Empowering knowledge graphs with hybrid retrieval-augmented generation for the intelligent mix scheme of mass concrete by Yuqing Shang, Zhijiang Ke, Peng Lin, Qianhui Ren, Wenshan Zhang, Xiongwu Wang, Xiaotao Li, Fuyuan Gong, Shiqi Wang, Baofa Wang, Zhengkui Xu, Minglun Sun, Shunli Tan

“…Firstly, a total of 1723 mix proportioning records collected from 15 hydropower stations were structurally extracted using a customized data transformation tool. …”
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A mixed-methods assessment of the Australasian Society of Genetic Counselors (ASGC) Mentor Program by Holly Canton, Rebecca Macintosh, Joanna Sweeting, Helen Mountain, Jodie Ingles, Amy Nisselle, Erin Turbitt, Alison McEwen, Laura Yeates

“…Methods: We used an explanatory mixed-method design with cross-sectional surveys deployed at baseline and follow-up and opt-in semi-structured interviews. Interview transcripts were analyzed using codebook thematic analysis, and data were integrated in a narrative approach. …”
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Preoperative subjective impairments in language and memory in brain tumor patients by Lena Rybka, Lena Rybka, Lena Rybka, Roel Jonkers, Roel Jonkers, Milena Burzlaff, Milena Burzlaff, Tizian Rosenstock, Tizian Rosenstock, Peter Vajkoczy, Thomas Picht, Thomas Picht, Katharina Faust, Adrià Rofes, Adrià Rofes

“…The aim of this study is therefore to understand the co-occurrence of subjective language and memory complaints in the preoperative state of brain tumor patients and its impact on Quality of Life (QoL).Methods31 brain tumor patients (12 LGG, 19 HGG) underwent a semi-structured interview to assess subjective complaints of language deficits, co-occurrences between language and memory dysfunction, and changes in QoL. …”
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The Effects of Foot and Mouth Disease on the Profitability of Smallholder Dairy Farms: Evidence from East Java, Indonesia by Nanang Febrianto, Budi Hartono, Eko Nugroho, Anie Eka Kusumastuti, Priyo Sugeng Winarto, Puji Akhiroh, Trinil Susilawati, Aulia Puspita Anugra Yekti, Putri Utami, Nurul Nadia Ramli, Muhammad Helmi

“…output analysis, economic losses were quantified on the basis of structured surveys and secondary data from affected dairy farmers. …”
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The use of technology and mobile health apps in child maltreatment interventions: Perspectives of TF-CBT therapists and SafeCare providers by Manderley Recinos, Kathryn O'Hara, Ashwini Tiwari, Daniel J. Whitaker, Christine Wekerle, Shannon Self-Brown

“…Data collection and analysis was guided by qualitative descriptive analysis. …”
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Relationship between grief and coping strategies among nurses dealing with patient deaths: a descriptive, cross-sectional, correlational study by Loujain Sharif, Khalid Almutairi, Ibrahim Alnasser, Zalikha Attar, Alaa Mahsoon, Aisha Alhofaian, Budour Almutairi, Yaser Alqahtani, Afnan Tunsi, Sara Yaghmour, Fayez Bokhari, Rebecca Wright

“…Conclusions The study highlights that while nurses employ personal coping strategies, there is a need for additional, culturally tailored support to manage grief effectively. Implementing structured support systems may enhance nurses’ coping mechanisms and overall well-being when facing patient deaths.…”
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Community health fairs as experiential learning: a qualitative exploration of benefits and challenges by Martha Rojo, Scott Wright, Jing Jin, Erickson Feliciano, Margaret Love, Sharon Stevenson

“…Methods Using a semi-structured guide developed by the researchers for this study, qualitative conversational interviews were conducted with 14 participants (7 students, 7 faculty) involved in an annual CHF. …”
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Prevalence of pulmonary hypertension and associated factors among rheumatic heart disease patients in Ethiopia by Asmamaw Gedefaw, Yihealem Yabebal Ayele, Gebeyaw Wudie, Abiyot Tefera, Agerye Kassa Yirdaw, Tadele Demilew

“…Data were entered using Epidata Manager version 4.6 and analyzed using SPSS version 27. …”
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Developing and validating a machine learning-based model for predicting in-hospital mortality among ICU-admitted heart failure patients: A study utilizing the MIMIC-III database by De Su, Jie Zheng, Yue-kai Shao, Jun-ya Liu, Xin-xin Liu, Kun Yu, Bang-hai Feng, Hong Mei, Song Qin

“…Machine learning techniques offer a powerful means to identify potential risk factors and predict outcomes within multivariable clinical data. Methods This study, based on the MIMIC-III database, extracted demographic characteristics, vital signs, laboratory test values, and comorbidity information of heart failure patients using structured query language. …”
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Prevalence and costs of headaches for the public health system in a town in the interior of the state of São Paulo Prevalência e custos das cefaléias para o Sistema Público de Saúd... by Marcelo E. Bigal, Janaína O.M. Bigal, Carlos A. Bordini, José G. Speciali

“…The aim of the present study was to estimate the prevalence of headaches in the public health system of a town in the interior of the State of São Paulo, as well as to estimate the costs resulting from its management. Data refer to the year of 1998 and were obtained according to the following steps: 1) territorial and demographic characterization of the municipality; 2) characterization of the financial indices and social well-being; 3) budget characteristics of the municipality; 4) evaluation of the structuring of the medical service; 5) determination of the prevalence of headaches at different patient care levels; and 6) calculation of the costs of headaches. …”
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A novel fusion positioning navigation system for greenhouse strawberry spraying robot using LiDAR and ultrasonic tags by Haoran Tan, Xueguan Zhao, Hao Fu, Minli Yang, Changyuan Zhai

“…These results confirm that the robot positioning and navigation accuracy satisfies the requirements for autonomous operations in greenhouse spraying, providing a reliable solution for autonomous navigation in structured agricultural environments.…”
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Evaluating modified early warning score compliance to minimise unnecessary ICU admissions: a needs assessment for quality improvement implementation by Amir Hassan, Malik W.Z. Khan

“…These measures can optimise ICU resource allocation and reduce unnecessary admissions, ensuring a structured, yet flexible triaging approach that balances protocol adherence with clinical discretion.…”
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Brazilian coaches' role in facilitating positive development through university sport (El papel de los entrenadores brasileños para facilitar el desarrollo positivo a través del d... by Fernando Santos, Scott Rathwell, Ana Trindade, Rhuan Lima, Vinicius Gobbi, Patricia Gaion

“…In total, 16 university coaches from all regions of Brazil were interviewed (14 male and 2 female). Data were collected through semi-structured interviews. …”
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Comparative efficacy of dietary interventions for glycemic control and pregnancy outcomes in gestational diabetes: a network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Jiaoyang Di, Jingjing Fan, Fangxu Ma

“…The remaining trials compared standard dietary recommendations or structured meal planning. The DASH diet was the most effective intervention for glycemic control, significantly reducing FBG (SMD = -2.35, 95% CI [-4.15, -0.54]), 2h-PBG (SMD = -1.41, 95% CI [-2.56, -0.25]), and HOMA-IR (MD = -1.90, 95% CI [-2.44, -1.36]). …”
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices toward childhood vaccination among guardians in Chengdu, China: a cross-sectional study by Wen Liu, Hongxia Li, Ling Qin, Hui Wang, Kai Zhu, Taoyi Yang, Xufeng Jia, Lanqian Xu

“…Participants were recruited through systematic sampling during vaccination visits, telephone appointments, and household surveys. A structured questionnaire assessed vaccination knowledge (13 items), attitudes (11 items), and practices (9 items). …”
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Implementing a workplace participatory approach to support working caregivers in balancing their work, private life and informal care: results of a process evaluation by Eline E. Vos, Simone R. de Bruin, Allard J. van der Beek, Denise J.M. Smit, Karin I. Proper

“…The implementation frameworks of Steckler and Linnan (2002) and Carrol et al. (2007) were applied to evaluate recruitment, reach, dosage, fidelity and context, as well as stakeholders’ satisfaction, experiences and perceived intervention outcomes. Data were collected after PA implementation (4–7 months) using questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, checklists and research logs. …”
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The association between dolutegravir based first-line antiretroviral regimens and dyslipidemia among adults living with HIV on follow-up at health facilities in Hawassa city admini... by Agete Tadewos Hirigo, Alemayehu Abera, Daniel Yilma, Ayalew Astatkie, Zelalem Debebe

“…Sociodemographic, clinical, and other relevant data were collected using a semi-structured questionnaire, supplemented by a review of medical records. …”
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Applying a participatory system dynamics approach to childhood overweight and obesity in the local context: reflections from the LIKE project by Angie Luna Pinzon, Karien Stronks, Arnoud Verhoeff, David Vaandrager, Karen den Hertog, Wilma Waterlander

“…LIKE applied a participatory system dynamics approach for obesity prevention in youth, throughout the project during a time period of 6 years (2017–2023). Data collection included document reviews, a Ripple Effects Mapping workshop, and semi-structured interviews with involved stakeholders, followed by in-depth reflective analysis. …”
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Effects of Nutrition Education on Improving Knowledge and Practice of Complementary Feeding of Mothers with 6- to 23-Month-Old Children in Daycare Centers in Hawassa Town, Southern... by Selam Deksiyous Muluye, Tefera Belachew Lemma, Tona Zema Diddana

“…Sociodemographic and economic variables were collected by the structured questionnaire. Knowledge of appropriate complementary feeding was assessed by seven knowledge questions. …”
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The effect of prenatal education on exclusive breastfeeding among women in Quito: prospective cohort study by Betzabé Tello, Herminio Hernández, Iván Dueñas-Espín, Eduardo Tejera

“…Participants were followed from birth to six months postpartum. Data collection included a structured survey, with baseline clinical information obtained through face-to-face interviews before hospital discharge and follow-up telephone interviews at one, four, and six months postpartum. …”
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