Poetry from Maria Miraglia

8th of MARCH

(Women’s day celebration)

Tastes of falsehood

the smell of these flowers

offered by the hands

that so many times

left marks on my body

as many as the clouds in the sky

on a winter day

nor do I recognise

this smile of yours

marked by wrinkles

of a man who faces life

dragging with him

heavy the burden of impiety

Printed in my mind

your evil gaze

say when

you blame me 

for things never said or

things never done

pouring over me

your failures your defeats

I tell my pain

to the wind

the will to go

stifled inside me 

the cold you brought into my heart

chilly like the wind of Buran

the darkness in my soul

like the arctic nights

and ripped you have my hope 

and all my dreams

Of me

of the woman of yore

just a portrait remains

hanging on a wall

in this faded-walled house

where I wander as in a limbo

BECAUSE I AM LOVE

I wish I could sing
to cheer your mornings up
be a painter 
to portray your face
write poems to tell 
of my love for you
be joyful and bubbly
to colour of pink
your gloomy hours

Be lovely and
you proud of me

or clay to shape
according to your desires

And I could be fond of the sea
not to fear the storms
if you were a sailor
and devotedly wait
your coming back
from distant lands
because I am Love

Essay from Maftuna Rustamova

RESEARCH AND YOUTH: MODERN APPROACHES AND PROMISING DIRECTIONS

Maftuna Rustamova

Republic of Uzbekistan, Bukhara region

Abstract:

This article analyzes the role of young people in scientific activity in modern society, its problems and solutions, as well as innovative approaches to the development of science. Practical proposals are made to increase interest in science among young people, motivate them, and realize their scientific potential.

Keywords:

Young scientists, scientific research, innovation, education, modern technologies, progress, encouragement.

Login:

The 21st century is the century of information, technology and science. The future of every society depends, first of all, on the knowledge, thinking and scientific potential of the younger generation. One of the priorities of the state policy towards youth in the Republic of Uzbekistan is to involve them in scientific activities and support young scientists.

Main part:

1. The need to increase young people’s interest in science

Today, scientific progress around the world is developing at an unprecedented pace. However, most young people are not pursuing scientific activities, but rather pursuing practical, profitable fields. This is especially noticeable in the technical and natural sciences.

The following are being implemented in Uzbekistan to address this problem:

The activities of the Youth Academy and Councils of Young Scientists are being strengthened;

The number of scientific competitions and grants is increasing;

International conferences and internships are being organized.

2. Science and innovation: an integrated approach

Today’s youth are not only creating theoretical knowledge, but also creating practical results through innovative, startup projects. For example, scientific developments in the fields of IT, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and ecology are not only generating scientific articles, but also bringing economic benefits.

The following are important:

Developing STEM education;

Increasing digital literacy;

Promoting scientific thinking among young people.

3. Obstacles to scientific activity and their elimination

The main obstacles faced by young people in their scientific research are:

Lack of sufficient academic mentors;

Poor scientific article writing skills;

Limited financial resources.

Suggestions:

Establishing a “Youth Science Club” at each university;

Free seminars on writing scientific articles;

Organizing a “Young Scientists Forum” at least once a year.

4. The future of science is in the hands of young people

Today’s young generation is growing up with the internet, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies. For them, science is not just about the laboratory, but also about knowledge exchange on the global network, online courses, and international cooperation.

For example, access to platforms such as Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and Scopus is helping to unlock the scientific potential of young people.

Conclusion:

Arousing young people’s interest in science is the task not only of the state, but also of every teacher, scientific supervisor, and parent. Scientific progress begins with young people and is strengthened through their research. The bright future of our country is certainly in the hands of knowledgeable and inquisitive young people.

References:

Resolutions and decrees of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan ( www.lex.uz )

UNESCO Youth and Science Global Report, 2023

Google Scholar article database

“Youth and Scientific Research” – National University of Uzbekistan Publication, 2024

https://scholar.google.com

Maftuna Rustamova, Bukhara region, Jondor district, Secondary school number 30, 9th grade student

Poetry from Taylor Dibbert

Salt Beef Sandwich

He’s having a glorious

Salt beef sandwich

For lunch 

And thinking that probably

No one travels to London

For the English food

But that he’s certainly

Going to enjoy some of it

While he’s here.

Taylor Dibbert is a poet in Washington, DC. He’s author of, most recently, “Takoma.”

Poetry from Cherise Barasch

STONE SPIRITS

We Jews place stones on our ancestors graves

Permanence, unlike the breath

I make a vow to be with you each day

To create something with you, to hear your voice.

The heart shaped stones have been collected, near the waterfalls of the Blue Ridge

Each one reminds me of the love that I have to share 

Each stone has a home in my imagination

As I brush the strokes across the surface, a soft and subtle voice enters

I am with you, we share this time and space

I will paint each name, carefully, intentionally

I will ask each of you what you see

I will gather you all together again, as before, in my garden of life.

Poetry from Irma Kurti

Middle aged European woman with sunglasses on her head, short blonde hair, a necklace and a pink blouse standing in front of trees and blooming pink flowers.

DELICATE SOULS

There are tired and delicate souls

that break just like pieces of glass,

tremble like autumn leaves, even

from a single, spontaneous word.

The wind takes and throws them

on the ground, under the tempest;

they get wet and trampled down

in an anonymous and lonely road.

There, you will find even my soul.

WHO WILL PROTECT YOU?

Who will protect you from anxieties

when I am no longer in this universe,

who’ll caress your beautiful forehead

saying, “Let’s sleep, for it is late”?

Who will whisper words of comfort,

the ones that flow just like a stream,

who will give you a caress, a smile,

waking up your anima and fantasy?

Who will accompany you in a dream,

speak to you and touch you sweetly,

who will kiss you, who will love you

with passion when I won’t be here?

THE FIRES

It is nothing else, only a bit of nostalgia

in this foggy, cold and anonymous city,

where all the days are the same, where

a pure and a limpid soul is broken.

It is nothing else, just a memory that this

winter brought me from afar—the image

of an old stove and our frozen hands on it.

My dear mother blew on a fire that didn’t

light at all. Sparks were flying in the room

like a thousand shining stars.

Her breath lit the embers and, in the soul,

the fire of love and affection. Now that

she is not here anymore, all the fires are

extinguished. Maybe forever.

IRMA KURTI is an Albanian poet, writer, lyricist, journalist, and translator. She is a naturalized Italian and lives in Bergamo, Italy. In 2020, she became the honorary president of WikiPoesia, the encyclopedia of poetry. Irma Kurti is a member of the jury for several literary competitions in Italy and also a translator for the Ithaca Foundation in Spain. Irma Kurti has published more than 100 works, including books of poetry, fiction and translations. Her books have been translated and published in 21 countries.

Poetry from Eva Petropoulou Lianou

Middle aged European woman in a black and white checkered cap, with light brown dark hair. Text surrounding her is in gold and frames her with awards and "World Peace Letters Prize 2025."

War

Smile not exist

Happiness is stopped

Hungry stomach

Hungry soul

Enough

Tired from the bodies

That are afraid of their shadows

I would like to have a man who speaks truth

Who act

Who believes

In power of love

Words

Silence is not the answer

When Sun rise

Moon is a light that

Give birth

To our dreams

Action

We can only trust

When the reality

appears

We don’t need

so small minds

We are here

to believe

In our thoughts

And in our principles

When the miracle

is happening

Only Flour

Can give the solution

To a hungry mouth

…..

He will succeed

He will succeed

Any day or night

You tell him 

It is a fantasy

An impossible dream…

He was fighting

Every minute

Every month

Every year

For every bad word

Bad advice

For every pain he felt

For every night he spent without sleeping

He will succeed

For every No

For every hard time

For every difficult day

He will succeed

He will find the strength

Come out in the light

His heart full of joy

And happiness

He will succeed

He will celebrate

All those years

Of sadness

All Those tears

Of unhappiness

He will forget

He will move forward

He will succeed

He will win his battle

Because he has a warrior heart!!!!

Eva Lianou Petropoulou, Official candidate for Nobel Peace Prize 2024, International poet living in Greece.

Essay from O‘ktamova Shakxnozabonu

Technology of Artificial Tooth Implantation and Post-Treatment Care

Alfraganus University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dentistry, 3rd-year student O‘ktamova Shakxnozabonu

Annotation: Artificial tooth implantation (implantation), X-ray and 3D scan to evaluate jawbone condition, avoiding hard or sticky foods, visiting the dentist every 6 months, cleaning with a soft toothbrush, the success rate of artificial tooth implantation

Keywords: Artificial tooth, psychological condition, preparatory stage, implantation, prosthetics, diabetes, osteoporosis, inflammation, osseointegration, laser implantation, computed tomography.Artificial tooth implantation (implantation) is one of the most important and widely used fields in modern dentistry. This technology helps restore the patient’s aesthetic appearance and chewing function in cases of tooth loss. Artificial tooth implantation not only restores external appearance but also improves psychological well-being. This article analyzes implantation technologies, their success rates, and post-treatment care.

Technology of Artificial Tooth Implantation Artificial teeth are implanted into the jawbone using titanium-based implants. This process includes several stages: Preparatory stage: The patient undergoes a general examination. The condition of the jawbone is assessed using X-ray and 3D scan. Implantation: The implant is placed into the jawbone using special instruments. Local anesthesia is used during this stage. Integration: The implant fuses with the bone (osseointegration). This process takes 3–6 months. Prosthetics: In the final stage, the artificial tooth is placed on top of the implant. Today, the process is carried out with much more precision due to computer-assisted planning, navigation surgery, and laser technologies. The success rate of artificial tooth implantation is around 90–98%.

The following factors influence it: Patient’s age: Usually applied to patients older than 18 with fully developed jawbones. Health condition: Conditions like diabetes, osteoporosis, and smoking can negatively affect the success of implantation. Oral hygiene: If hygiene is not maintained, inflammation and infection may occur. Surgical expertise and technology: It is important for the surgery to be performed by an experienced specialist using modern technologies. According to statistical data, the success rate has increased in the last 10 years. Especially, the use of laser implantation and computer tomography reduces the chance of error.

Post-Treatment Care Proper care after implantation is very important. The following steps should be followed: Brush teeth twice a day and use dental floss; Visit the dentist every 6 months for a check-up; Avoid hard or sticky foods; Quitting smoking – this reduces inflammation around the implant; Clean with a soft toothbrush. In addition, patients may be advised to use special antiseptic mouth rinses and antibiotics. — Conclusion: The technology of artificial tooth implantation is a great achievement in modern dentistry. To achieve successful results, not only the technological process but also the patient’s health and post-treatment care play an important role.

References:

1. Proffit, W. R., Fields, H. W., & Sarver, D. M. (2013). Contemporary Orthodontics (5th ed.). Mosby Elsevier.

2. Graber, L. W., Vanarsdall, R. L., & Vig, K. W. (2016). Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques (6th ed.). Elsevier.

3. Bishara, S. E. (2001). Textbook of Orthodontics. W.B. Saunders Company.

 4. Misch, C. E. (2015). Contemporary Implant Dentistry (3rd ed.). Mosby.

5. Albrektsson, T., & Johansson, C. (2001). Osteoinduction, osteoconduction and osseointegration. European Spine Journal, 10(Suppl 2), S96–S101.