Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Bioremediation

Bioremediation

Bioremediation is the use of prokaryotes, fungi, or plants to remove pollutants from the environment. This process has been used to remove harmful toxins in groundwater as a byproduct of agricultural run-off and also to clean up oil spills.

Microbial Bioremediation of Hydrocarbons

Microbial Bioremediation of Hydrocarbons

Bioremediation is an environmentally sustainable process that employs living organisms—primarily microorganisms—to degrade or neutralize pollutants from contaminated environments. In oil spills and hydrocarbon pollution, bioremediation involves the use of hydrocarbon-degrading bacteria to transform toxic compounds into less harmful substances. This approach leverages natural microbial metabolic processes and is considered both cost-effective and ecologically favorable compared to physical or...

Microbial Bioremediation of Uranium

Microbial Bioremediation of Uranium

Microorganisms play a critical role in the transformation and immobilization of uranium in contaminated environments through four main pathways: bioreduction, biosorption, bioaccumulation, and biomineralization. These mechanisms reduce uranium’s toxicity and prevent its migration through groundwater systems, offering sustainable approaches for in situ bioremediation.Bioreduction of UraniumBioreduction is driven by anaerobic bacteria such as certain strains of Geobacter and Shewanella, which use...

Strategies for Assessing and Addressing Confounding

Strategies for Assessing and Addressing Confounding

Confounding is a critical issue in epidemiological studies, often leading to misleading conclusions about associations between exposures and outcomes. It occurs when the relationship between the exposure and the outcome is mixed with the effects of other factors that influence the outcome. Given that, addressing confounding is of high importance for drawing accurate inferences in research.
Confounding can be addressed at both the design phase of a study and through analytical methods after data...

Coping Strategies: Problem Focused

Coping Strategies: Problem Focused

Coping strategies are methods people use to manage, tolerate, or reduce the effects of stressors. These strategies involve both behavioral and psychological actions to handle stressful situations. One common approach is problem-focused coping, which aims to change or eliminate the source of stress rather than merely addressing its consequences. This method involves taking direct action to resolve the issue causing stress.
For example, consider a student who struggles to understand their...

Microbial Wastewater Treatment

Microbial Wastewater Treatment

Microbial communities in aquatic ecosystems play a key role in the natural breakdown of contaminants introduced through domestic and industrial effluents. Acting as biological catalysts, these microbes change and mineralize a wide range of organic and inorganic pollutants under different redox conditions.In oxygen-rich surface waters, aerobic heterotrophs lead organic matter breakdown, using oxygen as the terminal electron acceptor to efficiently oxidize substrates to carbon dioxide and water.

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Nationwide Analysis of Sociodemographic Disparities in Health-Related Quality of Life of Colon Cancer Survivors.

Cancer medicine·2026

Same author

Functional Recovery After Minimally Invasive Pancreatic Surgery.

JAMA surgery·2026

Same author

Neoadjuvant therapy in frail patients with pancreatic cancer: Impact on surgical safety and outcomes.

Surgery·2026

Same author

AGA Clinical Practice Update on Diagnosis and Treatment of Hemorrhoids: Expert Review.

Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association·2026

Same author

Reframing Surgical Risk in Frailty: Causal Mediation Analysis of Mortality and Readmission after Pancreatectomy.

Journal of the American College of Surgeons·2026

Same author

ASO Visual Abstract: Hormonal Status May Contribute to Sex-Based Survival Differences in Epithelioid Peritoneal Mesothelioma.

Annals of surgical oncology·2026

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 11, 2026

Prospecting Microbial Strains for Bioremediation and Probiotics Development for Metaorganism Research and Preservation

Prospecting Microbial Strains for Bioremediation and Probiotics Development for Metaorganism Research and Preservation

Published on: October 31, 2019

Modern Strategies for Remediation and Faculty Support.

Kaelyn C Cummins¹, Charles Friel¹, Sook Hoang¹

¹Department of Surgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States.

Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery

|June 10, 2026

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Physician remediation addresses deficits in surgical competencies through individualized plans. This structured approach, despite stigma, often leads to successful improvement in surgical practice.

Keywords:

competency professionalism remediation

More Related Videos

Improving Student Outcomes with an Adaptable Molecular Cloning Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience

Improving Student Outcomes with an Adaptable Molecular Cloning Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience

Published on: November 15, 2024

Microbial Control and Monitoring Strategies for Cleanroom Environments and Cellular Therapies

Microbial Control and Monitoring Strategies for Cleanroom Environments and Cellular Therapies

Published on: March 17, 2023

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 11, 2026

Prospecting Microbial Strains for Bioremediation and Probiotics Development for Metaorganism Research and Preservation

Prospecting Microbial Strains for Bioremediation and Probiotics Development for Metaorganism Research and Preservation

Published on: October 31, 2019

Improving Student Outcomes with an Adaptable Molecular Cloning Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience

Improving Student Outcomes with an Adaptable Molecular Cloning Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience

Published on: November 15, 2024

Microbial Control and Monitoring Strategies for Cleanroom Environments and Cellular Therapies

Microbial Control and Monitoring Strategies for Cleanroom Environments and Cellular Therapies

Published on: March 17, 2023

Area of Science:

Medical Education
Surgical Training
Professional Development

Background:

Physicians, including surgeons, may exhibit deficiencies across various practice domains.
Remediation is the formal process designed to address these identified deficits.

Purpose of the Study:

To detail the six core competencies requiring remediation in surgery.
To identify signs of deficiency in each competency.
To present strategies for assessment and remediation.

Main Methods:

Outlining six key competencies for surgical remediation.
Describing signs indicative of deficiency in each competency.
Proposing specific assessment and remediation strategies.
Detailing a process for intervention determination, physician communication, plan development, implementation, and evaluation.

Main Results:

The article provides a framework for identifying and addressing physician performance deficits.
Specific strategies are offered for assessing and remediating deficiencies in surgical competencies.
A systematic process for remediation, from identification to evaluation, is described.

Conclusions:

Individualized remediation plans are crucial for addressing surgical competency gaps.
Despite challenges and stigma, a structured remediation process can be highly successful.
Institutional support, feedback mechanisms, and faculty education are vital for effective remediation.