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FAOPS 2023 Teaching Workshop and Education Symposium

FAOPS 2023 Teaching Workshop and Education Symposium

In this episode of the APS Publications Podcast, Jae Boum Youm highlights the authors' comprehensive report on the 10th Federation of the Asian and Oceanian Physiological Societies Congress (FAOPS 2023) Teaching Workshop and Education Symposium. This year marked a significant milestone in physiology education, focusing on innovative and inclusive teaching methods post-COVID-19. The meeting united educators and experts to redefine physiology teaching, covering inclusive, student-centered learning, humanities integration, and collaboration between basic science educators and clinical educators. It also emphasized the role of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI)-based evaluation tools, augmented reality (AR) goggles, and apps like Slido, Kahoot, Vevox, Miro, and Padlet in creating interactive, technology-driven learning environments. These technologies align with the evolving needs of modern medical education by providing real-time camera image analysis for human skeleton modeling, gesture recognition systems for physical rehabilitation, and imitation games, as well as facilitating discussion, visualization, and student engagement through interactive quizzes, polls, and case-based flipped classroom approaches. (Note: AI-generated voice was used to record parts of this episode.) Jae Boum Youm, Hyun Goo Woo, and Noriyuki Koibuchi A comprehensive report on the FAOPS 2023 teaching workshop and education symposium Advances in Physiology Education, Published 23 April 2024

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FAOPS 2023 Teaching Workshop and Education Symposium

FAOPS 2023 Teaching Workshop and Education Symposium

In this episode of the APS Publications Podcast, Jae Boum Youm highlights the authors' comprehensive report on the 10th Federation of the Asian and Oceanian Physiological Societies Congress (FAOPS 2023) Teaching Workshop and Education Symposium. This year marked a significant milestone in physiology education, focusing on innovative and inclusive teaching methods post-COVID-19. The meeting united educators and experts to redefine physiology teaching, covering inclusive, student-centered learning, humanities integration, and collaboration between basic science educators and clinical educators. It also emphasized the role of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI)-based evaluation tools, augmented reality (AR) goggles, and apps like Slido, Kahoot, Vevox, Miro, and Padlet in creating interactive, technology-driven learning environments. These technologies align with the evolving needs of modern medical education by providing real-time camera image analysis for human skeleton modeling, gesture recognition systems for physical rehabilitation, and imitation games, as well as facilitating discussion, visualization, and student engagement through interactive quizzes, polls, and case-based flipped classroom approaches. (Note: AI-generated voice was used to record parts of this episode.) Jae Boum Youm, Hyun Goo Woo, and Noriyuki Koibuchi A comprehensive report on the FAOPS 2023 teaching workshop and education symposium Advances in Physiology Education, Published 23 April 2024

Pharmamemory: An Interactive Learning Tool

Pharmamemory: An Interactive Learning Tool

In this episode of The APS Publications podcast, coauthors Frederick Miller and Ryan Jones introduce PharmaMemory: an innovative, interactive web application designed to facilitate learning autonomic physiology and pharmacology. Recognizing the challenges medical students face in grasping complex topics like autonomic pharmacology within tight timeframes, they developed PharmaMemory (www.pharmamemory.com) as a solution. PharmaMemory (www.pharmamemory.com) is a free web application that interactively depicts the effects of high-yield autonomic drugs on the human body. Timothy Rosencrans, Ryan Jones, Daniel Griffin, India Loyd, Anna Grady, Mary Moon, and Frederick Miller PharmaMemory: an interactive, animated web application for learning autonomic physiology and pharmacology Advances in Physiology Education, Published online 30 April 2024 DOI: 10.1152/advan.00214.2022

The EMPOWER Program: A History and Guide for Increasing Diversity using Integrated Research and Education

The EMPOWER Program: A History and Guide for Increasing Diversity using Integrated Research and Education

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Adrienne Lester King discusses the Empower Program. The Engaging Multidisciplinary Professional Opportunities for Women in Environmental Research (EMPOWER) program is a one-of-a-kind research summer experience for minority female high school students in the state of Georgia. In addition, this program provides high school teachers with hands-on experiences that can be adapted to use in the classrooms. This combination of lab and field research immerses participants in understanding urban environmental exposures and their health effects. The EMPOWER program was established to meet the critical need for increasing diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Adrienne Lester King,Cristi Bell-Huff,Collins Airhihenbuwa,Susan Ogletree, and Christa Wright The EMPOWER program: a history and guide for increasing diversity using integrated research and education Advances in Physiology Education, Published online 24 April 2024

Teaching Critical Thinking in Nutritional Sciences

Teaching Critical Thinking in Nutritional Sciences

Author Tyler B. Becker highlights the paper titled "Teaching critical thinking in nutritional sciences: a model course and assignments." The authors of this paper show that a scaffolded nutrition and health claim assignment helps to teach critical thinking skills among nutritional sciences students. Further, this course example is to serve as a model for STEM majors on how to incorporate case-based and problem-based learning strategies into an undergraduate course. Tyler B. Becker,Vanessa N. Cardino,James Lucas, andJenifer I. Fenton Teaching critical thinking in nutritional sciences: a model course and assignments Advances in Physiology Education, Published online 9 April 2024

Physiology Quiz Competition - the Game of Education or Entertainment?

Physiology Quiz Competition - the Game of Education or Entertainment?

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Hardikkumar Amrutbhai Mistry touches on the topic of competition as a method of teaching and learning physiology that provides education with entertainment in a medical college. The authors of this paper believe it increases students’ interest in the subject of Physiology and helps them to understand and learn the subject effectively. Hardikkumar Amrutbhai Mistry, Narendra Pathak, Dhvani Desai, Sharvil Dulera, and Rachana Mandli Physiology quiz competition: the game of education or entertainment? Advances in Physiology Education, Published online 17 January 2024

Adcy3: a Link between Obesity and Depression

Adcy3: a Link between Obesity and Depression

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Mackenzie Fitzpatrick, and Leah C. Solberg Woods discuss the recently published Mini-Review "Adenylate cyclase 3: a potential genetic link between obesity and major depressive disorder." In this podcast and associated paper, the authors discuss the role of both Adcy3 and the cAMP/PKA pathway, including specific genetic mutations, in both obesity and major depressive disorder. Understanding the role that Adcy3 mutations play in obesity and MDD could open the door for precision medicine approaches and treatments for both diseases that target this gene. Adenylate cyclase 3: a potential genetic link between obesity and major depressive disorder Mackenzie Fitzpatrick and Leah C. Solberg Woods Physiological Genomics 2024 56:1, 1-8

A Primer: How to Address Peer Reviews of Your Manuscript

A Primer: How to Address Peer Reviews of Your Manuscript

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Amie J. Dirks-Naylor talks about the Peer Review process as a foundational element of scientific publishing, serving as a mechanism to ensure research quality and rigor. The journey often involves a crucial step, addressing reviews of your manuscript. Peer reviews, although essential for refining your work, can be challenging to navigate. This podcast and paper are designed to help authors approach this process. Amie J. Dirks-Naylor A Primer: How to Address Peer Reviews of Your Manuscript Advances in Physiology Education, Published 23 January 2024

Inquiry Based Learning for Intensive Care Medicine

Inquiry Based Learning for Intensive Care Medicine

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Aniket Nadkarni, and Rahul Costa-Pinto discuss new insights into the benefits and challenges of an inquiry-based learning (IBL) program in the context of practicing clinicians. An IBL program was launched as part of a novel binational intensive care medicine education program. Postgraduate intensive care medicine practitioners participated in this education intervention, where facilitated group discussions explored core intensive care medicine concepts. Survey responses indicated overall satisfaction, engagement with the IBL format, and a constructivist approach to learning. Aniket Nadkarni, Rahul Costa-Pinto, Tamishta Hensman, Emily V. Harman, Fumitaka Yanase, Bruce G. Lister, Christopher P. Nickson, and Josephine S. Thomas Evaluating an inquiry-based learning program Advances in Physiology Education, Published 8 November 2023

Enhancing Respiratory Physiology Education: Innovative Wet Spirometer Modifications for Hands-On Learning

Enhancing Respiratory Physiology Education: Innovative Wet Spirometer Modifications for Hands-On Learning

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Lajja Patel discusses the modification of wet spirometers to investigate the fundamental laws of flow and different types of lung disease. This activity involves cost-effective modifications to the wet spirometer, broadening its applicability. These modifications effectively address student challenges associated with wet spirometer handling and enhance comprehension of fluid dynamics, all without the need for costly simulations, wet experiments, or fragile instruments. By offering a hands-on experience without traditional limitations, our modified spirometer provides an accessible and engaging approach to respiratory physiology education. Prashant Rajdeep, Lajja Patel, Ketaki Poorey, Preeti Panchal, and Susan Yohannan Enhancing respiratory physiology education: innovative wet spirometer modifications for hands-on learning Advances in Physiology Education, Published January 29, 2024 DOI: 10.1152/advan.00132.2023

Flipped Classroom for Undergraduate Medical Students in India: Are we ready for it?

Flipped Classroom for Undergraduate Medical Students in India: Are we ready for it?

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Anita S. Malhotra, and Anumeha Bhagat discuss the possibility of flipped classrooms for Undergraduate Medical Students in India. The authors conducted a study to find if flipped teaching model improves the learning of medical undergraduate students and assess students’ perceptions. There was no difference in marks obtained by students taught with either flipped or traditional methods. The reasons for this could be differences in the level of learner, prior exposure, or learner readiness for active learning. Since students prefer the flipped method of classroom teaching, it is feasible to adopt it in the Indian classroom. Anita S. Malhotra, and Anumeha Bhagat Flipped classroom for undergraduate medical students in India: are we ready for it? Advances in Physiology Education, Published September 13, 2023 DOI: 10.1152/advan.00200.2022

Predictive modeling of maternal mRNA stability

Predictive modeling of maternal mRNA stability

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Keith E. Latham, discusses the recently published manuscript titled "Predictive modeling of oocyte maternal mRNA features for five mammalian species reveals potential shared and species-restricted regulators during maturation." NEW & NOTEWORTHY Conservation across species of mRNA features regulating maternal mRNA stability during mammalian oocyte maturation was analyzed. 3′-Untranslated region length and synonymous codon usage are positively associated with stability, while GC content is negatively associated. Just three RNA binding protein motifs were predicted to regulate mRNA stability across all five species examined, but associated pathways and functions are shared, indicating oocytes of different species arrive at comparable physiological destinations via different routes. Peter Z. Schall and Keith E. Latham Predictive modeling of oocyte maternal mRNA features for five mammalian species reveals potential shared and species-restricted regulators during maturation Physiological Genomics Published December 19, 2023. DOI: 10.1152/physiolgenomics.00048.2023

Unpacking the 'Physiological Adaptation' Core Concept of Physiology

Unpacking the 'Physiological Adaptation' Core Concept of Physiology

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Suzanne Estaphan discusses the recently published manuscript titled "Unpacking and validating the “physiological adaptation” core concept of physiology." The aim of this study was to unpack the “physiological adaptation” core concept with the descriptor “organisms adjust and adapt to acute and chronic changes in the internal and external environments across the lifespan.” Suzanne Estaphan, Glenn D. Wadley, Gabrielle Todd, Michelle Towstoless, Deanne H. Hryciw, Louise Lexis, Alan Hayes, Kathy Tangalakis, and Task Force Unpacking and validating the “physiological adaptation” core concept of physiology Advances in Physiology Education, Published October 09 2023. DOI:10.1152/advan.00083.2023

Resilient Pedagogy: Experiences of Kinesiology Faculty during COVID-19

Resilient Pedagogy: Experiences of Kinesiology Faculty during COVID-19

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Jessica K. Fleming, Jennifer L. Caputo, Katie E. Spillios, Astrid E. Mel, Mary C. Stenson, and Samantha L. Johnson discuss their recently published article titled "Resilient pedagogy: experiences of kinesiology faculty during COVID-19." The COVID-19 pandemic caused temporary and permanent changes to higher education, specifically kinesiology programs. This podcast and corresponding article highlights the resiliency of faculty in kinesiology programs, how they adapted, where they felt supported, and what they hope to bring with them into their future pedagogy practices. Jessica K. Fleming, Jennifer L. Caputo, Katie E. Spillios, Astrid E. Mel, Mary C. Stenson, and Samantha L. Johnson Resilient pedagogy: experiences of kinesiology faculty during COVID-19 Advances in Physiology Education, Published September 13, 2023 DOI: 10.1152/advan.00050.2022

Cellular Diversity in Congenital Heart Disease

Cellular Diversity in Congenital Heart Disease

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Dr. Richa Tambi and Dr. Binte Zehra discuss the recently published research in Physiological Genomics titled "Single-cell reconstruction and mutation enrichment analysis identifies dysregulated cardiomyocyte and endothelial cells in congenital heart disease." NEW & NOTEWORTHY Congential heart disease (CHD) is one of the most prevalent neonatal congenital anomalies. We present a comprehensive analysis combining genomics and CHD single-cell transcriptome. Our study identifies 90 potential candidate CHD risk genes of which 6 are novel. The risk genes have heterogenous expression suggestive of multiple genes contributing to the phenotypic heterogeneity of CHD. Cardiomyocytes and endocardial cells are identified as major CHD-related cell types. Richa Tambi, Binte Zehra, Sharon Nandkishore, Shermin Sharafat, Faiza Kader, Nasna Nassir, Nesrin Mohamed, Awab Ahmed, Reem Abdel Hameid, Samah Alasrawi, Martina Brueckner, Wolfgang M. Kuebler, Wendy K. Chung, Alawi Alsheikh-Ali, Roberto M. Di Donato, Mohammed Uddin, and Bakhrom K. Berdiev Single-cell reconstruction and mutation enrichment analysis identifies dysregulated cardiomyocyte and endothelial cells in congenital heart disease Physiological Genomics, published November 17, 2023 DOI: 10.1152/physiolgenomics.00070.2023

Integrating Physiology and Clinical Undergraduate Teaching

Integrating Physiology and Clinical Undergraduate Teaching

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Dr. Amir Hakim, Dr. William Ricketts, Dr. Paul Pfeffer, and Dr. Rachel Ashworth discuss their Teaching Innovations article published in Advances in Physiology Education. The development of teaching methods that support integrated learning and build student confidence is a priority. An audience response system was used to engage early year medical students in large classes in preparation for teaching within a hospital setting. Results showed high levels of student engagement and a greater appreciation for the link between theory and practice. This study describes a simple, active, and integrated method of learning that improves student confidence in clinical reasoning. To find out more, click play. Amir Hakim, William Ricketts, Paul Pfeffer, and Rachel Ashworth Integration of respiratory physiology and clinical reasoning in the early years of a medical curriculum: engaging with students in a large classroom setting Advances in Physiology Education, published March 22, 2023. DOI: 10.1152/advan.00116.2022

Teaching Science with Music via Universal Design for Learning Framework

Teaching Science with Music via Universal Design for Learning Framework

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Dr. Greg Crowther (Everett Community College) and Dr. Lekelia Jenkins (Arizona State University) discuss how instructors and students often find it fun to incorporate music into science classes. However, the casual usage of music in this context can unintentionally convey that science courses are mostly about memorizing scientific facts. In this article, the authors argue for a more nuanced approach to teaching science with music, rooted in Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Ready to sing along to “Welcome to the Human Body” (original song by Greg Crowther)? Listen now. Gregory J. Crowther, Edmund Adjapong, and Lekelia D. Jenkins Teaching science with the “universal language” of music: alignment with the Universal Design for Learning framework Advances in Physiology Education, published June 15, 2023. DOI: 10.1152/advan.00006.2023

Using Jenga to Teach Students the Impact of Health Behaviors on Community Well-Being

Using Jenga to Teach Students the Impact of Health Behaviors on Community Well-Being

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Dr. Steven Elmer, Dr. Kyle W. Wehmanen, and Dr. Felix E. Cottet-Puinel (all at Michigan Technological University) discuss their Illuminations article published in the Advances in Physiology Education Call for Papers on The Physiology of Obesity. The authors describe how K-12 students played Jenga to learn about the connections between healthy living habits, disease, and community well-being and resilience. Listen now to get inspired. Kyle W. Wehmanen, Felix E. Cottet-Puinel, Tyler C. Hampton, Gwyn T. Hamlin, Isaac J. Wedig, and Steven J. Elmer Impact of health behaviors on community well-being and resilience: teaching K-12 students with Jenga! Advances in Physiology Education, published May 11, 2023. DOI: 10.1152/advan.00005.2023

Innovative Techniques for Developing an Inclusive Teaching Environment

Innovative Techniques for Developing an Inclusive Teaching Environment

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Dr. Lourdes Fortepiani (University of the Incarnate Word) and Dr. Susan Marsh (Washington State University) discuss their recently published Personal View. The educational landscape is becoming increasingly diverse, and there is a pressing need to ensure equity and inclusion in the classroom. In this article, we offer innovative techniques addressed during the 2022 Experimental Biology symposium on inclusive teaching and provide six practical recommendations for educators: 1) being intentional about how and what content is taught, 2) not making assumptions about students, 3) not being afraid to introduce students to difficult subjects, 4) designing a pedagogical approach to include all students, 5) being transparent about personal intentions, and 6) adjusting an approach that isn’t working for both teacher and students. To find out more, listen now. Lourdes A. Fortepiani, and Susan A. Marsh Innovative techniques for developing an inclusive teaching environment Advances in Physiology Education, published October 23, 2023. DOI: 10.1152/advan.00014.2023

Promoting Outreach Through Physiology Chapter Collaboration

Promoting Outreach Through Physiology Chapter Collaboration

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Dr. Steven J. Elmer (Michigan Technological University), Dr. John J. Durocher (Purdue University Northwest), and Dr. Naveen Sharma (Central Michigan University) discuss their Editorial in Advances in Physiology Education. The authors discuss how workforce shortages, misinformation, and lack of trust in science and public health threaten to slow improvements in global health. Accordingly, the promotion of health-focused science outreach is needed more than ever to help cultivate a diverse health workforce and well-informed citizenry. Physiology provides the backbone for the understanding of health, disease, and medicine. Therefore, the physiology community has a critical role to play by enhancing public awareness of science and growing student interest in health-focused careers. This Editorial makes the case for encouraging local and regional physiology outreach and calls upon physiologists and trainees to participate in at least one outreach activity each year. Ready to get engaged? Listen now. Steven J. Elmer, Cassandra R. Gohn, John J. Durocher, Naveen Sharma Promoting outreach through physiology chapter collaboration Advances in Physiology Education, published June 15, 2023. DOI: 10.1152/advan.00037.2023

Mapping the Core Concepts of Physiology

Mapping the Core Concepts of Physiology

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, Dr. Brianna L. Julien and Dr. Louise Lexis (both at La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia) discuss the Curriculum Development and Assessment article published by Tangalakis et al. in the Advances for Physiology Education Call for Papers on Physiology Core Concepts. This article represents the first time an existing set of core concepts for physiology, developed by Michael and McFarland (U.S.-based educators), have been mapped against unit (subject) learning outcomes across physiology curricula in Australian universities to gauge uptake and the need for agreement on a set of core concepts in the Australian higher education context. Interested in learning more? Listen now. Kathy Tangalakis, Brianna L. Julien, Louise Lexis, Deanne H. Hryciw, Colleen J. Thomas, Maja Husaric, Michelle Towstoless, Philip J. MacKinnon,Yuan Miao, Alan Hayes Mapping the core concepts of physiology across Australian university curricula Advances in Physiology Education, published June 15, 2023. DOI: 10.1152/advan.00139.2022