Combining the wisdoms of traditional medicine with cutting-edge science and technology at the forefront of medical sciences

Phytomedicine ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 64 ◽  
pp. 153078 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas Efferth ◽  
An-Long Xu ◽  
David Y.W. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Medical Sciences

The Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa L), A Proposed Remedy as to a Fertile Agent in the Viewpoint of Iranian Traditional Medicine

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 711-715
Author(s):  
Fatemeh Hakimi ◽  
Mojgan Tansaz ◽  
Roshanak Mokaberinejad
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Conventional Medicine ◽  
The Body ◽  
Urogenital System ◽  
Pastinaca Sativa ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Medical Problems ◽  
Literature Research ◽  
Iranian Traditional Medicine

Background and Objective: Infertility is a major problem in medical sciences. Despite recent advances in diagnosing and treatment of infertility, it is still one of the most important medical problems. The aim of this study is to review the role of the parsnip (Pastinaca sativa L), a proposed remedy as to a fertile agent in the viewpoint of Iranian traditional medicine (ITM) and review the evidence in the conventional medicine. Methods: In this literature research, we investigated some important Persian medical and pharmaceutical manuscripts in ITM. The search was conducted with the keyword of the fertile agent, and the parsnip was one of the choices mentioned as a fertile agent which is also available. In order assess the current findings, a search was done in the PubMed and Google Scholar databases. Results: In ITM, the parsnip is recognized as a stomach astringent, liver and uterine tonic and Stimulates ovulation. It is named as semen or sexual desire increaser and fertile agent. In the viewpoint of ITM, attention to the health of main or vital members of the body (including the heart, brain, and liver) in addition to the health of the urogenital system, may have led to the treatment of infertility. Conclusion: In some studies, the effects of the parsnip on spermatogenesis, number, and sperm motility are investigated but no studies have been done on women's infertility. This review shows that the parsnip can be as a fertile agent in female infertility. So, further clinical research is recommended.

Governing Through Science

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-24
Author(s):  
Susan Greenhalgh
Keyword(s):  
Science And Technology Studies ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
The State ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Ecological Health ◽  
Basic Sciences ◽  
Chinese Science ◽  
Anthropological Research ◽  
Private Entrepreneurs ◽  
China Today

This chapter presents the results of discussions based on research conducted between 2006 and 2018. It explores the makings, workings, and effects of various sciences and technologies. It focuses on an array of applied health and environmental knowledges and innovations being developed to solve some of the gravest problems of human and ecological health facing China today. The kinds of cutting-edge basic sciences that are being energetically promoted by the state and private entrepreneurs that remain a subject for future anthropological research. The chapter also makes two major intellectual interventions. First, under the rubric “governing through science,” the governance/governmentality approach to the study of Chinese science and technology is extended. Second, the analysis is deepened by adding the insights of science and technology studies.

Man and machine: a miraculous partnership

English Today ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 23 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 5-10
Author(s):  
Jacqueline Lam Kam-mei
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Early Morning ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Cable Tv ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Stephen Hawking ◽  
The Universe ◽  
Origin Of The Universe

ABSTRACTIt was over 30 degrees centigrade on the 16th of June 2006, but hundreds of people from various backgrounds embraced the heat and patiently queued to enter the S. H. Ho Sports Hall at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). Many had been waiting since early morning, because Professor Stephen Hawking – perhaps the best known and most influential living scientist – would be giving a lecture (‘The origin of the universe’) for the newly established Institute for Advanced Study. The IAS is dedicated to ‘the advancement of knowledge to meet the great challenges of the 21st century’, and will ‘bring together the world's most brilliant minds to drive cutting-edge discovery and scholarship for the betterment of mankind’ (IAS, 2006). The inaugural event was announced a month prior to the lecture and – despite its being broadcast live on both the TVB News Channel and Cable TV Live, as well as transmitted via an intranet relay to the seven other tertiary institutions in Hong Kong – the response for tickets was overwhelming.

scholarly journals Collaboration with JINR as Key for Nuclear Physics Development in Ukraine

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 72-81
Author(s):  
B.V. Grinyov ◽  
◽  
L.A. Bulavin ◽  
D.V. Soloviov ◽  
P.O. Stadnik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
International Cooperation ◽  
International Research ◽  
Nuclear Physics ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Nuclear Research ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Joint Institute ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Scholarly Research

Introduction. Today, the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR) is a kind of scientific and technical framework for Ukrainian nuclear researchers who are directly involved in conducting the cutting-edge nuclear physics experiments. Problem Statement. An important aspect of international cooperation for the Ukrainian researchers in the field of nuclear physics and materials science is to consolidate scholarly research, engineering, and financial resources of countries for creating international research organizations and implementing large-scale projects in modern science and technology. Purpose. Analysis of the factors that contribute to the development of nuclear physics and research in related disciplines in Ukraine, involvement of Ukrainian researchers in international research processes, and assessment of the future prospects. Materials and Methods. Analysis of scholarly research trends in the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR) and review of achievements of Ukrainian researchers, in particular, young researchers, in implementation of international projects in nuclear physics and related disciplines. Results. The background of nuclear physics research in Ukraine, the way of international cooperation development, and its impact on education and training of researchers have been analyzed. The examples of research results of Ukrainian nuclear physicists have been given. The cooperation of Ukrainian R&D organizations and companies with JINR has been shown to have a positive effect on creative and innovative processes, including the development and study of new high-tech materials. Conclusions. Collaboration with JINR gives Ukrainian researchers access to modern methods of physical research and unique equipment at leading international R&D centers, while planning and implementing large-scale experiments in nuclear physics, and enables studying the problems of the Universe. Teachers, students, and schoolchildren from Ukraine have additional opportunities to work with the cutting-edge methods, modern equipment and innovative approaches in the field of science and technology.

scholarly journals IbM PEMBUATAN BERAS KENCUR INSTAN SEBAGAI UPAYA PENINGKATAN KEMANDIRIAN EKONOMI KELUARGA DI KELURAHAN KAHURIPAN KECAMATAN TAWANG KOTA TASIKMALAYA

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 74
Author(s):  
Lingga Ikaditya ◽  
Asep Kuswandi ◽  
Adi Wibowo
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Empirical Therapy ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Urban Village ◽  
Herbal Therapies ◽  
Village Society ◽  
Improve Health

Abstrak: Obat tradisional yang sering disebut dengan jamu umumnya khasiat manfaatnya berdasarkan terapi empiris yang merupakan warisan nenek moyang. Pemanfaatan obat tradisional sebagai upaya peningkatan kesehatan masih rendah dan lebih banyak dikonsumsi oleh orang tua dan kondisi ekonomi menengah ke bawah. Aspek yang menyebabkan kurangnya konsumsi jamu adalah proses pengolahan membutuhkan proses lama. Salah satu tanaman yang sudah dimanfaatkan sebagai tanaman obat adalah kencur. Pengolahan kencur secara tradisional sebagai terapi herbal yaitu beras kencur. Oleh karena itu, kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan status kesehatan warga dan meningkatkan kemandirian warga secara ekonomi dengan pengolahan beras kencur instan yang memiliki nilai jual tinggi sehingga pemanfaatannya dapat menjangkau seluruh lapisan masyarakat dengan menawarkan produk sehat, aman dan praktis. Metode yang digunakan yaitu melalui transfer ilmu melaui penyuluhan serta demonstrasi. Khalayak sasaran dari Program Pengabdian Masyarakat berbasis Ipteks bagi Masyarakat (IbM) ini adalah Masyarakat Kelurahan Kahuripan, yang merupakan masyarakat tidak produktif secara ekonomis. Hasil yang diperoleh dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat adalah peningkatan pengetahuan kader dalam pemanfaatan produk herbal dan pengolahannya sehingga dapat dihasilkan produk beras kencur instan yang memiliki nilai jual, Kata Kunci: IbM, Kelurahan Kahuripan, Beras Kencur Instan  Abstract: Traditional medicine is often called Jamu has efficacy based on empirical therapy from the ancestral heritage. The use of traditional medicine to maintain or improve health condition are still low and just consumed by the elderly and low economic. The lack of consumption of Jamu caused by its production that requires a long process. One of the plants that have been used as medicinal plants is Kencur (Kaemferia galanga L.). Kencur traditionally used as a herbal therapies such as Beras Kencur. Therefore, this study aims to improve the health status of citizens and increase the citizens economically with the application of science and technology in the field of pharmacy through knowledge transfer to produce Beras Kencur instant into refined products that more valuable so that utilization can reach the whole community by offering healthy products, safe and simple. The method used is to provide guidance to the group through the transfer of knowledge through counseling and demonstration. The target of science and technology based Community Service Program for the Community (IbM) is Kahuripan Urban Village Society, which is not economically productive society. Results obtained from this activity is the increase of knowledge and skill of the group in the use of Jamu and how to process it, so they can produce Beras Kencur instant that more valuable.Keywords: IbM, Kelurahan Kahuripan, Beras Kencur Instan

scholarly journals Georgy Alexandrovich Ivanichev

1996 ◽  
Vol XXVIII (1-2) ◽  
pp. 54-54
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Manual Therapy ◽  
50Th Anniversary ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Specialist Doctor ◽  
Medical Academy ◽  
50Th Birthday ◽  
State Medical Academy

(On the occasion of the 50th birthday) In April 1996, the famous clinician, neurophysiologist, manual therapy specialist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor Georgy Aleksandrovich Ivanichev, Head of the Department of Traditional Medicine of the Kazan State Medical Academy, celebrated the 50th anniversary.

Budget woes threaten Argentina science and technology

2019 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Public Education ◽  
Software Industry ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Scientific Institutions ◽  
Future Growth

Subject The outlook for science and technology in Argentina. Significance The software industry has grown rapidly in the last two decades, driven by a substantial base of technical workers, the presence of key global players and favourable legislation. Software is the main pillar of the knowledge-based services industry, which as a whole is Argentina’s fourth-largest export complex. As a labour-intensive industry, software has also become an important source of employment. Impacts A reliable legal framework and macroeconomic stability are key to the software sector’s future growth. Argentina has cutting-edge technology in the nuclear and aerospace fields, but its potential and importance are underrated. Budgetary troubles and diverging priorities will put public education and strong scientific institutions at risk.

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