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Item Metadata only Alcohol: No Ordinary Commodity - A Summary of the Third Edition(2023-08-01) Babor T.F.; Casswell S.; Graham K.; Huckle T.; Livingston M.; Rehm J.; Room R.; Rossow I.; Sornpaisarn B.; Babor T.F.; Mahidol UniversityBackground and Aims: This article summarizes the findings and conclusions of the third edition of Alcohol: No Ordinary Commodity. The latest revision of this book is part of a series of monographs designed to provide a critical review of the scientific evidence related to alcohol control policy from a public health perspective. Design: A narrative summary of the contents of the book according to five major issues. Findings: An extensive amount of epidemiological evidence shows that alcohol is a major contributor to the global burden of disease, disability and death in high-, middle- and low-income countries. Trends in alcohol products and marketing are described, indicating that a large part of the global industry has been consolidated into a small number of transnational corporations that are expanding their operations in Asia, Africa and Latin America. The main part of the book is devoted to a review of strategies and interventions designed to prevent or minimize alcohol-related harm. Overall, the most effective strategies to protect public health are taxation that decreases affordability and restrictions on the physical availability of alcohol. A total ban on alcohol marketing is also an effective strategy to reduce consumption. In addition, drink-driving counter-measures, brief interventions with at-risk drinkers and treatment of drinkers with alcohol dependence are effective in preventing harm in high-risk contexts and groups of hazardous drinkers. Conclusion: Alcohol policy is often the product of competing interests, values and ideologies, with the evidence suggesting that the conflicting interests between profit and health mean that working in partnership with the alcohol industry is likely to lead to ineffective policy. Opportunities for implementation of evidence-based alcohol policies that better serve the public good are clearer than ever before as a result of accumulating knowledge on which strategies work best.Item Metadata only A Modified Taylor Series Expansion Method for the Second Order Linear Volterra Integro-Differential Equation(2023-01-01) Navarasuchitr I.; Jaitrong J.; Navarasuchitr I.; Mahidol UniversityIn this paper, we used a modified Taylor series expansion method for approximating the solutions of linear second order Volterra Integro-Differential Equation (VIDE). This method transforms the equation to linear system equations that can be solved easily with computer programing. Finally, we showed the efficiency of this method with numerical examples by comparing the approximate solutions with exact solutions.Item Metadata only Court-Type Thai Traditional Massage for Patients with Intractable Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: a Randomized Controlled Trial(2023-01-01) Apichartvorakit A.; Euasobhon P.; Booranasubkajorn S.; Suwannatrai S.; Vannabhum M.; Rattanawongsamathakul D.; Prasartpornsirichoke S.; Akarasereenont P.; Asavamongkolkul A.; Apichartvorakit A.; Mahidol UniversityObjective: Neuropathic pain management involves both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Despite this, no prior research has demonstrated the efficacy of court-type Thai traditional massage (CTTM) for neuropathic pain relief. This study aimed to investigate the potential benefits of CTTM in alleviating neuropathic pain. Materials and Methods: A preliminary single-blind randomized controlled trial was conducted on 28 participants with peripheral neuropathic pain, who were equally assigned to 2 groups. Both groups received standard drug treatment; however, the intervention group additionally received CTTM and hot herbal compression, while the active control group only received HHC. The adjuvant treatments were administered twice weekly for 4 weeks (V1-V8). A follow-up was conducted 4 weeks posttreatment (V9). Outcome measures were assessed at V1, V4, V8, and V9 using a numerical rating scale and the Thai versions of the Neuropathic Pain Symptom Inventory, the Brief Pain Inventory, and the EQ-5L-5D health questionnaire. Results: The data revealed that the intervention and active control groups had statistically significant differences in their pain intensity scores (P < 0.001), total neuropathic pain intensity scores (P = 0.001), and utility of health scores (P = 0.007) during the follow-up period. When comparing outcomes between V1 and V8, the groups exhibited significant differences in pain reduction (P = 0.003) and quality of life (P = 0.027). Conclusion: This study provides initial evidence supporting the potential benefits of CTTM in alleviating peripheral neuropathic pain and improving quality of life. Future research should further investigate the application of CTTM in managing peripheral neuropathic pain conditions.Item Metadata only Prevalence and Correlates of Cardiovascular Health Status among Adults in Afghanistan: Results of a National Survey in 2018(2023-01-01) Pengpid S.; Peltzer K.; Pengpid S.; Mahidol UniversityBackground: The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence and correlates of cardiovascular health (CVH) status among adults in Afghanistan. Methods: In a national cross‑sectional household survey 3,447 adults completed CVH measurements in Afghanistan. Criteria for ideal CVH (ICVH) were physical activity, healthy diet, non‑smoking, fasting blood glucose (<100 mg/dL), body mass index (<25 kg/m2), total cholesterol (<200 mg/dL), and blood pressure (<120/<80 mmHg). Results: More than one‑third (34.3%) of participants had 5‑7 ICVH, 45.7% 3‑4 ICVH, and 20% had 0‑2 ICVH. In adjusted logistic regression analysis, secondary or more education (AOR: 1.80, 95% CI: 1.22‑2.66) was positively associated, and older age (45‑69 years) (AOR: 0.33, 95% CI: 0.26‑0.42), and urban residence (AOR: 0.67, 95% CI: 0.51‑0.88) were inversely associated with 5‑7 ICVH. Conclusions: The prevalence of ICVH was low in Afghan adults. Population measures may be used to improve CVH targeting identified associated factors.Item Metadata only Conch Shell Forms: Music Iconology in Mural Painting and Its Interpretation(2023-01-01) Ploymong T.; Pidokrajt N.; Ploymong T.; Mahidol UniversityMurals are related to people's ways of life. Muralists depicted stories, ways of life, societies and cultures through murals reflected the societies and their cultures which is connected to the Iconology, the study of visual imagery and its symbolism as evidence of rituals, beliefs, values and interpretation. Musical Iconography is concerned with the depiction of imaginary music as written language and real music will finally be brought to accompany the depiction after it is recorded. The sound of conch shell fanfare cannot be obtained from the image but it can be perceived through imagination and from old records from the past. In interpreting music murals and paintings, a lot of knowledge are required. It is also necessary to study the traditions, beliefs, values, analysis and interpretation of those images. The study of Music Iconology is the combination of many art genres which a variety of academic qualifications will be shown such as the features of each instrument including its look and sound, and musical ensembles. In addition, music is played in various activities not only for entertainment and recreation but also for birth and death rituals. This ritual music well reflects images of each community.Item Metadata only Saxotronic Funk for Alto Saxophone A Creative Research in Music Composition(2023-01-01) Pruksavanich W.; Pruksavanich W.; Mahidol UniversityThis creative music research on Saxotronic Funk for alto saxophone aims to present saxophone extended techniques, such as Slap-Tongue and Multiphonic through the combination of electronic and funk musical style. The author conducted the research by analyzing saxophone extended techniques and applying these techniques in the composition. The author found that to apply saxophone extended techniques in the piece Saxotronic Funk for alto saxophone comprised Slap-Tongue and Multiphonic techniques. The said techniques led into the unique sound and timbre of the saxophone and demonstrated the saxophone in the electronic and funk musical style.Item Metadata only The Construction of an Instructional Package on Oboe Instrument Technique for Using in The Band and Solo Composition for Undergraduate Students in The Music Composition Department(2023-01-01) Songvorakulphun K.; Charanyananda A.; Boonyam T.; Jittivadhna K.; Songvorakulphun K.; Mahidol UniversityThe purpose of this research was to create, evaluate, and compare the study achievement of innovation and the instructional package on oboe instrument technique for use in the band and solo composition, and to study the student's satisfaction towards the teaching and learning according to the instructional package and the learning plans. This research was quasi-experimental research. The research tools used in this study were: instructional package, study achievement test, knowledge measure test, student behaviour observation form, and satisfaction assessment form. The data were analysed using basic statistics and compare the learning achievement with the SPSS software. The results revealed that average scores of pre-test and post-test were (x) 10.60 and 15.80, and when comparing the scores results revealed that the pre-test score was significantly higher than the post-test score at the 0.05 level. There was the student's satisfaction towards the teaching and learning according to the instructional package and the learning plans results revealed that the average scores were 4.40-4.80 points out of 5, the average (x) was 4.64, and the standard deviation (S.D.) was 0.5253.Item Metadata only ARE AVIATION REGULATIONS EFFECTIVE IN MANAGING FOREIGN AIRCRAFT VIOLATIONS IN INDONESIA?(2023-10-01) Sa'adah A.; Nureda K.R.; Putra A.W.; Sa'adah A.; Mahidol UniversitySovereignty is an essential thing for a country to maintain, and every country has exclusive jurisdiction and authority to control the air space above its territory, Indonesia is a country that has a large area, but with a large area that is owned if it is not used and maintained correctly it will become a threat to its sovereignty, as evidenced by the existence of cases of airspace violations every year, one of which is carried out by foreign aircraft in Indonesian airspace at this time. This study aims to determine how regulations or rules and law enforcement in airspace violations by foreign aircraft in Indonesia are increasing and what the causes or factors are in the increase in these violations. This is legal research with a normative perspective, a statutory approach, a conceptual approach, and interviews. The results of study explain that there are legal rules that are used in carrying out law enforcement and control of air space in Indonesia's territory. However, these rules are considered ineffective, and because the ineffectiveness of the existing rules affects law enforcement, the impact on law enforcement could be more optimal—committed for violations of foreign aircraft in the territory of Indonesia.Item Metadata only VILLAGE DEPENDENCY TO LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN THE VILLAGE HEAD POSITION FILLING ACCORDING TO VILLAGE LAW(2023-04-01) Diamantina A.; Setiawan F.A.; Diamantina A.; Mahidol UniversityThe election of village heads in Indonesia is implementation of democracy and people's sovereignty in Indonesia. However, in practice, the Village Head Election is still very dependent on Regency/ City Government. The aim of the study is to analyze the dependency of the Village Head filling on the Regency/City Government and the involvement of the Regency/City Regional Government in filling the position of Village Head. This study uses a normative juridical research method using a dogmatic legal approach and secondary data as the source. The results of the study indicate that the involvement of the Regency/City Government in filling the position of Village Head is the result of the concept of division of power, which is a territorial division of power adopted by the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia. As a result, the Regency/City Regional Government has a relatively large portion of involvement in filling the Village Head positions as regulated by applicable laws and regulations. This is what should be reduced for the sake of village development in Indonesia.Item Metadata only Pathogenesis of Cluster 1 Duck Tembusu Virus in Ducks Reveals the Impact of Viral Genotype on Pathogenicity and Disease Severity(2023-01-01) Tunterak W.; Rungprasert K.; Wannaratana S.; Yurayart N.; Prakairungnamthip D.; Ninvilai P.; Limcharoen B.; Nedumpun T.; Hamel R.; Banlunara W.; Thontiravong A.; Tunterak W.; Mahidol UniversityDuck Tembusu virus (DTMUV), an emerging avian pathogenic flavivirus, causes severe neurological disorders and acute egg drop syndrome in ducks. Currently, several clusters of DTMUV, including clusters 1, 2, and 3, have been identified and caused outbreaks in Asia. However, most of the DTMUV pathogenesis evaluation has mainly focused on cluster 2, while limited information is available on the pathogenesis of other DTMUV clusters, particularly cluster 1. In this study, the pathogenesis of a cluster 1 DTMUV was investigated in Cherry Valley ducks and compared to our previously reported cluster 2.1 DTMUV. Our results demonstrated that cluster 1 DTMUV was generally less pathogenic than cluster 2.1 DTMUV in ducks as evidenced by slower body weight loss, lower morbidity and mortality rates, and milder pathological changes. Concordantly, delayed viremia, reduced viral loads in blood and tissues, and shorter shedding period with lower viral loads were also observed in cluster 1 DTMUV inoculated ducks compared with those reported in cluster 2.1 DTMUV. In addition, we also found that cluster 1 DTMUV exhibited significant antigenic difference compared to cluster 2.1 DTMUV. Altogether, our findings suggest distinct pathogenicity and antigenicity between cluster 1 and 2.1 DTMUVs in ducks, highlighting the potential association between DTMUV genotype and pathogenicity/disease severity. This study enhances our understanding of DTMUV pathogenesis in ducks and provides useful information for the design and development of effective DTMUV vaccines.Item Metadata only Recognising the importance of the research nurse and study coordinators in enhancing retention of people with haemophilia in clinical trials(2023-01-01) Khair K.; Thykjaer H.; Barazani-Brutman T.; Vanderbilt K.B.; Benjamin C.; Wakefield C.; Williams N.; Wongwerawattanakoon P.; Zhong H.; Mulders G.; Khair K.; Mahidol UniversityIntroduction: For retention in clinical trials of investigational medical products (CTIMPS), the strategy and tactics to keep enrolled participants from discontinuing participation (dropouts) are important. Haemophilia trials often have extended follow-up and require motivated participants who commit for theto support it. Methods: We conducted a 12-question online survey at registration for a virtual research study update summit. The survey investigated the thoughts of RNs/SCs about retention in CTIMPS, their experiences and challenges, and interventions to prevent attrition. Results: Eighty-seven RNs and SCs from 24 countries (Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and North America) participated. The majority (62/75 responses) reported having 1-5 or 6-10 clinical trial participants (46.6% and 36% respectively); the remainder reported 11-40 trial participants. The majority reported no or few participants dropping out of haemophilia clinical trials in the preceding three years (42.8% and 33.7% respectively). RNs/SCs believed participants dropped out because of 'loss of interest' (50%), 'study going on too long' (39%), 'too many visits' (virtual or at centre) (37.5%), 'visits are too time-consuming' (34%) and a 'lack of time' (32.8%). Over half of RNs/SCs believed 'dropouts' would be higher if they did not make extra efforts in retention. The top interventions to retain participants were: keeping an open dialogue, organising visits to fit participant schedules, discussing adverse events, understanding the protocol, and allowing participants time to ask questions. Retention is achieved through flexibility, timeliness, combining trial activities with routine care, shared decision making and effective communication, including via contemporary technology. Conclusion: This study investigating the retention role of RNs/SCs revealed low dropout rates in haemophilia trials. RNs/SCs are able to offer flexibility to trial procedures by, for example, scheduling visits within trial timing 'windows' to support and facilitate individualised follow-up. Patient-centred care and attention, including trust, attitude and expectations, aid successful retention and trial outcomes. This often unrecognised role is important in supporting people with haemophilia in clinical trials to promote good study outcomes.Item Metadata only Favipiravir and ivermectin show in vitro synergistic antiviral activity against SARS-CoV-2(2023-01-01) Jitobaom K.; Boonarkart C.; Manopwisedjaroen S.; Punyadee N.; Borwornpinyo S.; Thitithanyanont A.; Avirutnan P.; Auewarakul P.; Jitobaom K.; Mahidol UniversityDespite the urgent need for effective antivirals against SARS-CoV-2 to mitigate the catastrophic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, favipiravir and ivermectin are among the common repurposed drugs that have been provisionally used in some countries. There have been clinical trials with mixed results, and therefore, it is still inconclusive whether they are effective or should be dismissed. It is plausible that the lack of clear-cut clinical benefits was due to the finding of only marginal levels of in vivo antiviral activity. An obvious way to improve the activity of antivirals is to use them in synergistic combinations. The in vitro antiviral activity of the combinations of favipiravir, ivermectin, niclosamide, and chloroquine against SARS-CoV-2 was assessed in Vero E6 cells and the lung epithelial cell, Calu-3. Here we show that favipiravir and ivermectin had synergistic effects against SARS-CoV-2 in Vero E6 cells. In addition, we found that favipiravir had an additive effect with niclosamide, another repurposed anti-parasitic drug with anti-SARS-CoV-2 activity. However, the anti-SARS-CoV-2 activity of favipiravir was drastically reduced when evaluated in Calu-3 cells. This suggested that this cell type might not be able to metabolize favipiravir into its active form and that this deficiency in some cell types may affect the in vivo efficacy of this drug. Favipiravir and ivermectin show the best synergistic effect. This combination is being tested in a randomized controlled clinical trial (NCT05155527).Item Metadata only Identification factors to adjust early combination regimens in adult primary immune thrombocytopenia: An 8-year data analysis(2023-01-01) Iam-arunthai K.; Chamnanchanunt S.; Thungthong P.; Nakhahes C.; Suwanban T.; Rojnuckarin P.; Iam-arunthai K.; Mahidol UniversityPurpose: Recent studies suggested that adding other agents to corticosteroids as a first-line treatment for immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) could improve outcomes. However, combination regimens may increase side effects and costs. To determine clinical factors associated with responses to the first-line steroid at 1 month. Materials and methods: We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of patients with ITP aged ≥ 18 years, who were treated at Rajavithi Hospital between 2012 and 2020. Clinical data, laboratory results, treatment regimens, and responses to therapy were analyzed. Results: Of the 226 patients, 76.6% were female. The mean age was 46.5 ± 18.1 years, and the median follow-up duration was 40 months. The proportion of chronic ITP was 97.3%. The complete response and response rates to first-line therapy were 65.5% and 88.9%, respectively. The age over 26 years, presentation clinically non-significant bleeding and a difference in platelet count of >50 x 109/L between days 1 and 7 after initial treatment were associated with the response to first-line treatment (adjusted odds ratio [OR] 5.09, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.50-17.28, p = 0.009); OR 5.87, 95%CI 1.19-28.91, p = 0.029, and OR 3.60, 95%CI 1.10-11.73, p = 0.034, respectively. Younger patients and a difference in platelet count between day 1 and 7 ≤ 50 x 109/L were more likely to require second-line treatments. There were significant increases in the median platelet counts after prescribing azathioprine (baseline vs. 3 months, p = 0.001), cyclophosphamide (baseline vs. 6 months, p = 0.021), or danazol (baseline vs. 12 months, p = 0.039). Conclusion: Adult, severity of bleeding at presentation, and rapid platelet increases within 1 week were related to excellent corticosteroid responses in ITP patients. These patients may not need combination regimens.Item Metadata only Topical Sucralfate for Treatment of Chronic Anal Fissure(2023-01-01) Lohsiriwat V.; Mongkhonsupphawan A.; Lohsiriwat V.; Mahidol UniversityItem Metadata only Philosophical and methodological perspective in developing nursing knowledge through research in diabetes(2023-01-01) Winahyu K.M.; Piaseu N.; Winahyu K.M.; Mahidol UniversityThe development of nursing knowledge through research is crucial for its discipline. It is notable to understand the philosophical view of the researcher in conducting the study; in particular advanced analysis, the method would generate advanced nursing knowledge. Philosophical approaches to knowledge development in ontological, epistemological, and axiological contexts were addressed. Developing new knowledge requires the nurse to understand the nature, source, and ways to access the knowledge. Some philosophical approaches are discussed, including post-positivism, interpretative, humanistic, naturalistic, and critical approaches. Thus, different methods for acquiring knowledge, from observation to intervention studies which are underlying philosophies in nursing for addressing huge nursing phenomena, could enrich the nursing body of knowledge. Great use of evidence-based nursing knowledge leads to improved nursing practice quality. This review discusses the philosophical approach for researchers to use as a foundation for their study of the exemplar of diabetes mellitus.Item Metadata only Finite Element Analysis on Comparative Hyperelastic Material for CTSIB Foam(2023-01-01) Toobunterng T.; Suvanjumrat C.; Prinyakupt J.; Toobunterng T.; Mahidol UniversityThe objective of this research is to investigate the properties of standardized foam materials in clinical balance testing, assuming that the behavior of the foam material is hyperelastic. To simulate the deformation behavior, the finite element method was used in conjunction with the behavior of hyperelastic materials. We perform a value of the properties of materials without the use of destructive compression testing samples. Compression tests were performed on real materials according to standardized test methods that did not cause the destruction of the actual material. The collected data were then used to generate stress-strain relationship curves and compare them with different behavior models of hyperelastic materials using the finite element method. The behavior model of Ogden hyperelastic materials showed the highest similarity to the behavior of foam materials.Item Metadata only Tonal Variation by Region of Tai Khun in Chiang Mai Province(2023-05-01) Thavorn P.; Kraisame S.; Thavorn P.; Mahidol UniversityObjectives: The objective of this paper is to analyze the regional variations of 15 dialects of Tai Khun in Chiang Mai province. Methods: Data were collected from informants who were speakers of Thai Khun and over 60 years of age. There were altogether 150 informants—10 informants per speaking community. The Praat program was used to test, analyze, and convert the 80 found words to semitones. Results: The study found that the tonal system-based dialect in Chiang Mai could be categorized into 3 groups: the main tonal system of 6 tones (B123-4), the sub-system 1, and 2 of 5 tones (B-merge). The cause of the tonal variation was the tone coalescences of the B and B=DL in the sub-system 1 and the tone coalescences of the C123= DL4 in the main tonal system and the sub-system 2. The tone coalescences of the C123= DL4 is considered distinctive and is found only in the tonal system of Thai Khun in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The main phonetic variations by region of Tai Khun were found only in the 1st (A12), while the variations of the sub-phonetic were found in almost all tones (except for the 2nd tone) which changed from the main phonetic characteristics of the same phonetic tone in each region. Regional variations of the entire tonal system, the main phonetic and sub-phonetic features of the Tai Khun tone of Chiang Mai are parallel in that they were both caused by language contact, which is classified as an external factor. The languages that have more speakers, such as Standard Thai, Chiang Mai dialect, and Tai Yai of Kung Tung tend to influence the Tai Khun language which has fewer speakers within the same area. The phonetic variation direction of all tones in Tai Khun supports the predicted mechanism of “ Directionality of Tone Change”: the “ peak sliding” mechanism, the “ perceptual maximization” mechanism, and the “contour reduction” mechanism. Application of this study: The knowledge of tonal regional variations in Tai Khun can be used as a guide for studying tonal regional variations in the Tai languages. Research findings can be used for teaching and learning about Tai dialectology. It can also be used as information for language policy planning of agencies involved in language planning and ethnic language preservation, both at the local and national levels.Item Metadata only The Thai Government and the Problem about the Japanese Prisoners of War after the End of the Second World War(2023-05-01) Boontanondha T.; Boontanondha T.; Mahidol UniversityObjectives: This article studies the Thai government’s solution to the problems regarding Japanese prisoners of war after the Second World War. Methods: This research employed a historical methodology to conduct an analysis of documentary data to produce a descriptive analytical report. The study places significant emphasis on utilizing primary evidence sourced from the National Archives of Thailand. Results: This research found that right after the war, a large number of Japanese soldiers previously stationed in Thailand suddenly became Prisoners of War (POWs). The Thai Government, which was officially known as an ally to the Japanese army, was standing in an uncertain status between a winner and a loser, and therefore had to follow the demands of the Alliance. One of its demands was that the Thai government must take care of the Japanese POWs until they were repatriated. Life of the Japanese POWs was difficult due to the government’s limited budget. Moreover, there were crimes committed by the Japanese POWs and crimes in which they were the victims. However, the relationship between Thailand and Japan was good after the war, unlike many Southeast Asian nations which were ferociously ruled by Japan during the War. This is why after the War, the Japanese government transferred the ownership of Japanese factories which had belonged to their private and the public sectors to Thailand. At the same time, the relationship between both nations was rapidly reconciled in the context of the Cold War in which the United States of America acted as the middleman. Application of this study: This study provides a framework for the study of the history of Japanese prisoners of war during the post-World War II period.Item Metadata only The Netherworld, Reincarnation, and Karmic Retribution through the Events of Injustice and Revenge in Sanguozhi Pinghua(2023-05-01) Thaithosaeng P.; Intagorn S.; Thaithosaeng P.; Mahidol UniversityObjectives: This article attempts to explore the influence of Buddhism in the literary work Sanguozhi Pinghua through the stories of injustice and revenge. During the span of approximately 2,000 years, Buddhism and Chinese culture have influenced each other in a complex manner; as a result, local Buddhist beliefs have emerged from this process. In addition to the Buddhist sutras, other forms of literature, such as tales, are also an important source for the laity to understand Buddhism. Sanguozhi Pinghua is a tale recounting the story of the Three Kingdoms period diffused with the local beliefs of Buddhism and other Chinese religions. This research aims to examine the Buddhist influence on Sanguozhi Pinghua in three themes: the netherworld, reincarnation, and retribution. We propose that Sanguozhi Pinghua reveals commoners’ interpretation of Buddhist beliefs, which may not have been recorded in the Buddhist sutras, such as the concept of collective karma. Methods: This research compared literary works and Buddhist scriptures. Results: The results indicate that the concepts of the netherworld, reincarnation, and retribution in Sanguozhi Pinghua are a mixture of Buddhist influence and Chinese local beliefs, resulting in a significant deviation from the teachings in Buddhist scriptures. Application of this study: This study hopes to offer a nuanced interaction between Buddhism and Chinese culture, which can be considered one of the models for studying religions in the society.Item Metadata only BactoBattle: a game-based learning companion for medical bacteriology(2023-01-01) Imwattana K.; Methawirune A.; Voralakkulchai I.; Ngamskulrungroj P.; Imwattana K.; Mahidol UniversityA card game called BactoBattle has been developed to help medical students who have just started learning medical bacteriology to improve their learning efficacy and satisfaction, especially on the topic of antimicrobial resistance. Copies of the game were placed in the students’ study room (approximately 1 set per 12 students) and made available to the students throughout the study period so that they could choose to play the game during their free time if desired. After the study period had ended, the students were asked to complete a questionnaire and a post-test. In total, 33 students completed the questionnaire, and were split into 2 groups: the player group, comprising 12 (36.4%) students who had played the game, and the non-player group. The player group perceived that they could memorize more knowledge compared to the non-player group and indeed recorded higher post-test scores than the non-player group (10.4 vs 8.3 out of 15 points, P=0.031). However, there was no difference in learning motivation (P=0.441) or enjoyment (P=0.562) between the two groups. A majority of the players said they would continue playing the game after the study period and would recommend the game to other students. In short, the BactoBattle game can be a useful tool to improve the learning efficacy of students, but its effect on learning satisfaction remains unclear.