6th Annual ​Research Week 2024

Innovations in Paediatric Care, Bridging Research and Practice

​​​September 18 - September 21, 2024

Me​dical College,  Karachi,​ Pakistan

Introduction

Paediatric Research Week encourages clinicians, academics, and researchers t​o present their work and it promotes capacity building for better collaboration among paediatricians, fellows, residents, research faculty, and staff. The event aims to inform and educate researchers, investigators, and stakeholders on the importance of promoting research to improve child health in Pakistan and the region.

Objectives:

1. To foster meaningful dialogue that promotes a supportive and collaborative research environment both within and beyond the Department.

2. To showcase and elevate research efforts in the field of child health, enhancing national and international recognition and visibility.

3. To advance clinical practices by integrating the latest research findings into pediatric care, improving child health outcomes in Pakistan and the region.

4. To highlight innovative approaches in pediatric care, bridging the gap between research and practice for better health outcomes.

Who should attend

Open ​to all clinical and research faculty, residents, fellows, interns, nursing staff, research staff, and undergraduate students interested in the field of child health.

Organizers: Department of Paediatrics & Child Health
Venue: AKU Auditorium

Call for Abstracts

​​Please read these abstract submission guidelines, before submitting your form:

•             You may submit as many abstracts as you like as a presenter or first author.
•             Each abstract should consist of work done in the last three years (published, presented, in process, etc).

•             Submissions are welcome from the full spectrum of scientific research.

•             Abstract(s) should not exceed 300 words, should cover introduction/objective, methods, results, recommendation​/conclusion.

•             Select the most appropriate section for your abstract.  
•             Three keywords are mandatory.
•             Abstract submission deadline: [Closed] Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Abstract submission form: ​​https://bit.ly/3A3w9l3​​

Children-Art-Competition-and-exhibition_English-version.jpg​​Art competition for Research Week​​​​​

 We want children to be part of Research Week 2024 so we are opening up the ART competition to everyone. Any child can take part.

Submissions open: Aug 9
Deadline: Aug 31
Results will be announced: Sept 13, 2024
TOPICS by class or or equivalent age range
For Classes 1- 3: Young Health Explorers
For Classes 4 - 7: Junior Wellness Champions
For Classes 8 - 10: Health visionaries
Submission Types: Color/Crayon Drawing, Sketching, Color Painting
Here are instructions on how to submit: https://acrobat.adobe.com/.../urn:aaid:sc:AP:b69a8a3e...
Here is the online ENTRY SUBMISSION form to fill: https://forms.gle/a1BqKMyRmviJ9bpd9​

Sign up for workshops here

Four days of hands-on training and inspiration

Google Form

Community
Nur​turing Care Framework of Early Child Development 
1. To integrate nurturing care into professionals directly engaging with young children and fa​milies in community-based research that are community health workers (CHWs). ​
2. How to use everyday, easily available material to teach different things to an infant or to help with their development including cognitive, motor, social, and language development. 
3. To promote nurturing care principles among caregivers to enhance early childhood development.​
Facilitators
Ms. Farzana, Ms. Q​amarunnisa, Ms. Rida Jawaid, Ms. Fatima Ahmed
Co-facilitators: Ms. Shazia Baig, Ms. Huma Lasi, Ms. Naseem Bibi, Ms. Rehana, Ms. Sadia Shah, and Ms. Samia Khalid.
Affiliation with Research Department of Paediatric & Child Health ​
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: WCH Conference Room 2nd floor​
Coordinator: lizna.hadwani@aku.edu

Research Methodlogy
​Innovations in MRI: Exploring the Hyperfine Lo​w-Field System
1. Understand the technical specifications and operational dimensions of the Hyperfine system and setup of the Hyperfin​e system..
2. Exploring the clinical applications and advantages of low-field MRI in various medical scenarios.
3. Master the use of key features, workflow management, and troubleshooting techniques to the Hyperfine system.​
Facilitators
Dr Sadia Parkar - Instructor (Research), Department of Paediatrics & Child Health 
Mr. Akber Madhwani - Assistant Manager, Research (Technical lead for Hyperfine) 
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Time: 1400 to 1700 hours
Venue: ASLS Museum
Coordinator: ​er​ic.issac@aku.edu​

Clinical
​Practical Procedures in Children wit​h Kidney Disease
​1. To gain knowledge and hands-on skills for clean intermittent cathetrization (CIC) in children with urinary bladder dysfunction.
2. To understand interpretation of urodynamics and uroflowmetry.
3. To learn peritoneal dialysis catheter insertion technique (rigid and tenckhoff catheter); pre insertion preparation and post insertion care.​
Facilitator: Dr Vina Tresa; Co-Facilitators: Dr Arshalooz J Rahman, Dr Hina Yousuf 
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: CIME 6
Coordinator: ​ghulam.rasool@aku.edu
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Research
Exploring the Microbial Cosmos II: Unraveling the Taxonomic and Functional Secrets of Metagenomes
​1. Master the essentials of metagenome’s taxonomic and functional profiling.
2. Experience practical metagenomics analysis using widely in-use pipelines and procedures.
3. Explore the latest trends, tackle challenges, and connect with field experts.​
Facilitators: Dr. Naveed Iqbal (PhD, PostDoc BGI) & Co-facilitators: Dr. Waqasuddin Khan, Mr. Umar Amjid, Ms. Samia Kanwar
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1700 hours
Venue: University Centre
Coordinator: akber.madhwani@aku.edu

Community
Breastfeeding Essentials: From Basics to Best Practices
1. Importance of Breastfeeding 
2. Birth and early postnatal practices that support breastfeeding
3. Techniques​ of expressing breast milk.​
Facilitators: Usma Mehmood  & Aysha Arif & Amina Barkat 
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1700 hours
Venue: EDH
Coordinator: akber.madhwani@aku.edu

Research Metholodologies
Mastering the Literature Review: Strategies and Techniques
Facilitators: Aneela Pasha, Ambreen Nizar, Shahira Shahid 
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Time: 1300hrs to 1700hrs
Venue: WCH Conference Room
Coordinator: akber.madhwani@aku.edu

​Research Methodlogy
Visualizing Science: Creating Effective Diagrams with BioRender and Canva
​​1. Understand the use of effective scientific diagrams in science communication.
2. Learn the application of BioRender and Canava for creating professional-quality biological illustrations.
3. Apply practical skills in diagram creation for research papers, presentations, and publications.
Facilitator: Javairia Khalid
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Time: 1400 to 1700 hours
Venue: WCH Room 4
Coordinator: akber.madhwani@aku.edu

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Clinical
Slicing and Dicing Paediatric ARDS and Myocarditis: Recognition, Approach and Management Strategies in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
​• To know the new PALICC-2 definition of pARDS • To understand the physiology and pathophysiology of pARDS • To know the mechanical ventilation strategies of pARDS
• To understand the basics of VILI (Ventilator Induced Lung Injury) • To address rescue and adjunct therapies in pARDS • To define myocarditis. • To enlist the etiologies of myocarditis in children • To know about key investigations for myocarditis • To understand POCUS (Point-of-care ultrasound) application in myocarditis recognition at bedside
• To know how to manage myocarditis and its immediate complications • To get an overview of mechanical circulatory support for decompensated heart failure in children​
Facilitators: Dr. Sidra Ishaque
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1700 hours
Venue: ASLS lab


Clinical
Simulating Safety: Uncovering Latent Threats in Paediatric Acute Care through Debriefing and Prevention
1. Knowledge Acquisition: Participants will be able to clearly define latent safety threats and explain their significance in paediatric acute care settings.
2. Identification Skills: Participants will demonstrate the ability to identify at least three common latent safety threats in paediatric acute care through interactive learning and simulation exercises.
3. Application and Analysis: In simulated scenarios, participants will accurately identify latent safety threats and participate in reflective debriefing sessions to analyze and propose solutions for these threats, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. Knowledge Retention and Improvement: Participants will show measurable improvement in their understanding of latent safety threats from a pre-test to a post-test and will retain this knowledge, as evidenced by reassessment after an 8-week follow-up period using course materials.​
Facilitators: Dr Sidra Ishaque & Dr Sajida Parveen, 
Hina Hashmi, Asma Sherazi, Areeba Sultan, Sajida Parveen 
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1700 hours
Venue: CIME 1​


​Clinical
​From Fragile to Firm: Paediatric Bone Disorder and Management
1. To enhance understanding of the pathophysiology of common calcium and bone metabolic disorders in children and adolescents for Improved diagnostic and management outcome.
2. To enhance understanding of the effects of chronic conditions and prolonged steroid use on bone health through case studies and interactive discussions.
Facilitator: Dr. Khadija N. Humayun, Dr. Muzna Arif, Dr. Bushra Afroze 
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: WCH Room 4
Coordinator: ​shahzaib.khan@aku.edu

​Clinical
Neonatal Ventilation Workshop (Basics & Update)
Participant will understand the basics of neonatal ventilation with a special interest in complications.
Facilitator: Dr Adnan Mirza
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: CIME 7
Coordinator: waqar.asghar@aku.edu​

Research
​Digital Transformation in Health care: Integrating Innovation and Practice
1. Explore digital transformation in pediatric healthcare, promoting innovation and integration.
2. Educate on digital tools for pediatric research and practice.
3. Train in creating e-CRFs, healthcare data visualization, and digital resource application for better patient outcomes.
Facilitators: Dr. Momin Kazi, Dr. Raheel Allana 
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 1300 to 1700 hours
Venue: WCH Conference Room
Coordinator: karim.qamruddin@aku.edu​

Clinical
Mindful Artistry: Cultivating Wellbeing through Creativity and Presence
1. Enhance Mental Wellbeing: Empower adults to lead healthier mental lives by understanding and integrating the PERMA model (Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment) into their daily routines.
2. Incorporate Mindfulness into Daily Life: Emphasize the significance of mindfulness and provide practical strategies for incorporating mindfulness activities into everyday routines to promote overall wellbeing.
Facilitator: Farzana Begum
Co-facilitators: Qamarunnisa, Rida Jawed and Fatima Ahmed
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 1000 to 1300 hours
Venue: WCH Conference Room
Coordinator: lizna.hadwani@aku.edu
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Clinical
Case-Focused Strategies for Tackling Chronic Complications in the PICU
​1. Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of chronic complications such as ventilation issues, delirium, ICU liberation, critical illness myopathy and neuropathy, psychological impact, and ICU-related infections in the PICU setting
2. Discuss and explore effective management strategies and best practices for addressing these chronic complications, integrating case studies and real-world scenarios to illustrate successful approaches.
3. Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals involved in PICU care, including physicians, nurses, and therapists, to enhance patient outcomes and quality of care.
Facilitators: Humaira Mustafa & Sidra Asif
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 1400 to 1700 hours
Venue: CIME 2
Coordinator: karim.qamruddin@aku.edu​​

Clinical
Paediatric & Adolescent Asthma Management: Updated Global initiative for Asthma (GINA) Guidelines to abridge the Asthma Management Dilemma
​1. Diagnose and categorize steps of asthma control in children.              
2. Understand and practice Maintenance and Reliever Therapy (MART) in children.
3. Manage asthma exacerbations in emergency and ambulatory care settings.
4.  Identify the risk factors for poor control of asthma including comorbid conditions.
5. Interpret Lung function test and plan management accordingly.
Facilitators: Dr Danish Aziz, Dr. Naveed ur Rehman, Dr. Asma Sherazi
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Time: 1400 to 1700 hours
Venue: FOB Conference Room
Coordinator: waqar.as​ghar@aku.edu

​Research​
Basics of Qualitative Research
• To develop a research question
• To understand the data collection methods of qualitative research
• To understand the basics of qualitative data analysis.
Outcomes
Facilitator: 
Ayesha Khalid & Hina Farooq 
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: PEER Play Venue - AVLRC

Clinical
Cardiorespiratory Care in the PICU: Advances and Best Practices
​• Cardiovascular Assessment: Understand and apply basic and advanced cardiovascular assessment techniques in pediatric critically ill patients.• Respiratory Management: Discuss and debate the latest respiratory management strategies in PICU patients, including non-invasive ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy • Hemodynamic Support: Review and apply evidence-based hemodynamic support strategies, including vasopressor therapy and fluid management • Cardiorespiratory Interactions: Explore the complex interactions between cardiovascular and respiratory systems in pediatric critical illness • Case Studies: Apply knowledge and skills through interactive case studies
Facilitators: Dr Sidra Ishaque & Dr Sajida Parveen, Dean's Clinical Research Fellow
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1700 hours
Venue: ASLS lab

Clinical
Cardiorespiratory Care in the PICU: Advances and Best Practices
​• Cardiovascular Assessment: Understand and apply basic and advanced cardiovascular assessment techniques in pediatric critically ill patients.• Respiratory Management: Discuss and debate the latest respiratory management strategies in PICU patients, including non-invasive ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy • Hemodynamic Support: Review and apply evidence-based hemodynamic support strategies, including vasopressor therapy and fluid management • Cardiorespiratory Interactions: Explore the complex interactions between cardiovascular and respiratory systems in pediatric critical illness • Case Studies: Apply knowledge and skills through interactive case studies
Facilitators: Dr Sidra Ishaque, Masooma Hassan, Kamran Younis, Fizza Gagai​
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: Venue to be confirmed

Research
​From Research Question to Analysis - A Step by Step guide
​1. To develop a research question and identify the appropriate study design
2. To understand quantitative data collection techniques
3. To understand the basic steps of quantitative data analysis
Facilitator: 
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1700 hours
Venue: WCH Room 4
Coordinator: akber.madhwani@aku.edu

​​Clinical
​Unlocking Potential: Early screening for developmental delays in community-based settings
​1. Grasp the importance and role of he Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) in the early detection of developmental delays.
2. Recognize key developmental milestones for children from birth to age 6, enabling the spotting of potential delays.
3. Learn how to select and administer the correct ASQ questionnaire based on the child's age and developmental stage.
4. Accurately score the ASQ and interpret the results to identify children who may need further assessment.
5. Develop skills to effectively discuss ASQ results with parents, providing clear and supportive feedback.
6. Be prepared to recommend appropriate next steps and resources, including referrals to specialists and early intervention service`
Facilitators: Fatima Karim & Shiyam Sunder & Momina Munir 
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1700 hours
Venue: University Centre
​Coordinator: shakeel.damani@aku.edu​

​Clinical
Early Recognitio​​n and Management of Acute Decompensate Heart Failure in Children
To understand and order relevant investigations.
​Facilitators: Saleem Sadqani, Surraiya Bano
Date: Friday, Sept. 20, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: CIME 4
Coordinator: karim.qamruddin@aku.edu​

​Clinical
Point of Care Echocardiography in Paediatric Patients  
To train participants to do POCE in acute and critical care settings.​
Facilitators: Surraiya Bano, Saleem Sadqani
Time: 0900 to 1300 hours
Venue: CIME 5
Coordinator: karim.qamruddin@aku.edu

Clinical
Understanding and Interpreting Clinical Genetic Test Results
1. Understand the fundamental principles of medical genetics and its relevance to everyday clinical practice. 2. Understand the steps of data interpretation and variant classification. 3. Acquire knowledge on available genetic resources, databases, and tools for clinical genetics result interpretation.
Facilitator: Fizza Akbar, Dr. Salman Kirmani / Dr. Bushra Afroze, Ms. Mahrukh Nasir
Ms. Zohra Hasan, Ms. Najia Minhas 
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Time: 1300 to 1700 hours
Venue: EDH
Coordinator: ​arif.mehboobali@aku.edu

Research Methodlogy
AI-Driven Innovations: Crafting Contextual Clinical Decision Support Systems for Healthcare​
- Foundational AI Principles for Healthcare: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of artificial intelligence and their specific applications in designing clinical decision support systems.
- Evidence Generation in AI Systems: Understand the comprehensive pipeline for evidence generation in AI, including data collection, model development, and validatio​​n processes, to ensure the reliability and relevance of clinical decision support systems.
- Ethical and R​egulatory Considerations: Discuss the ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges associated with implementing AI in healthcare, emphasizing patient data security and model transparency.​
Facilitator: Dr. Aamir Abbas
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Time: 1300 to 1700 hours
Venue: WCH Conference Room
Coordinator: lizna.hadwani@aku.edu​

Clinical
Paediatric NeuroCritical Care Support Workshop
1. Recognize and monitor the acute neurological emergencies in children 
2. Learn key issues in the management of brain injuries relating to neuroprotective strategies
3. Learn the neuroresuscitation of acute brain injury to prevent or minimize the secondary injuries and to improve the neurological outcome
4. Learn basic Neuro critical care management of common cases 
Facilitators
Dr. Naveed ur Rehman
Dr. Qalab Abbas
Sidra Khan, Uroosa Saman, Masooma Hassan, Washdev Ram, Humaira Mustafa
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024
Time: 1300 to 1700 hours
Venue: ASLS Museum
Coordinator: ​ghulam.rasool@aku.edu​

Clinical
Peritoneal Dialysis in Children with Acute Kidney Injury
1. To understand the principle and to learn the indication, trouble shoot and complication of acute peritoneal dialysis.(didactic lecture)
2. To acquire skill to perform and monitor the procedure (simulation session)
3. To learn common scenarios of Acute kidney injury and their management (case-based discussion)
Facilitator: Dr Vina Tresa
Co Facilitators: Dr Arshalooz J. Rahman
​Date: Friday, Sept. 20, 2024
Time: 1300 to 1700 hours
Venue: ASLS Museum
Coordinator: ​ghulam.rasool@aku.edu

Clinical
Early Recognition and Management of Acute Decompensate Heart Failure in Children
Facilitators: Saleem Sadqani, Surraiya Bano​
Date: Friday, Sept. 20, 2024
Time: 0900 to 1300 hrs
Venue: CIME 4



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