DENGUE PREVENTION AND PUBLIC PERCEPTION OF BARRIERS TO ELIMINATE MOSQUITO BREEDING SITES AMONG MALAYSIANS by Noorlaile Jasman, Siti Nur Farhana, Kamarul Zaman Saleh, Norrafizah Jaafar, Zanariah Zaini, Manimaran Krishnan Kaundan, Albeny Joslyn Panting

“…Respondents in this study must be 13 years of age or older from the selected households and live in non-institutionalized living quarters (LQ) units in Malaysia, regardless of citizenship. A pretested and structured Self-administered questionnaire (SAQ) was used. …”
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Perceptions of ecosystem services and disservices of bamboo by indigenous communities in Northeast India by Rebecca Lalawmpuii Sailo, Biplov Chandra Sarkar, Khulakpam Apshahana, Aman Dabral, Ayang Jilen, Adela D. Marak, Gopal Shukla, C.P. Suresh, Sumit Chakravarthy

“…Conducted between March 2021 and February 2022, the research employed a multistage random sampling method, selecting 10 respondents from each of 10 villages. Data were gathered through in-depth personal interviews with a semi-structured questionnaire to evaluate the socioeconomic status and perceptions of ecosystem services and disservices of bamboo among indigenous communities. …”
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Sustainable Agritourism Development in Romania’s North-West Mountain Region: A TOPSIS-Based Evaluation of Strategic Priorities by Alina Emilia Maria Gherdan, Ramona Vasilica Bacter, Ramona Ciolac, Tiberiu Iancu, Cristina Maria Maerescu, Monica Angelica Dodu, Aurelia Ioana Chereji, Vasile Grigore Herman, Alexandra Ungureanu, Denis Paul Bacter

“…Furthermore, the study contributes to academic research by offering a structured, replicable approach to evaluating rural tourism development. …”
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Six Sigma Approach to Developing a Microgrid Station for Research and Teaching by Gabriel Nasser Doyle de Doile, Miguel Castilla, Pedro Paulo Balestrassi, Antonio Carlos Zambroni de Souza, Jaume Miret

“…The results show that a well-structured roadmap, such as IDDOV, promotes a culture of continuous improvement for the microgrid research bed, encouraging feedback from users and stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement. …”
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Current state of research about acupuncture for the treatment of COVID-19: A scoping review by Chen Chen, Jie Zhan, Hao Wen, Xiaojing Wei, Lu Ding, Chenyang Tao, Cui Li, Peiming Zhang, Yuyuan Tang, Jingchun Zeng, Liming Lu

“…The dates of publication, language of publication, methodological characteristics and the key findings were analyzed separately. The data are presented as bar graphs, structured tables and figures. …”
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New insights into the indigenous knowledge of the uses of the common stinging nettle (Urtica massaica Mildbr.) in Rwanda by J. Nduwamungu, M. A. Ugirabe, J. Mahoro, M. C. Dusingize, M. Kabarungi, E. Irimaso, E. Maniraho, C. Mugemangango, C. Ruhimbana, J. M. V. Senyanzobe, C. Mugunga, P. Munyandamutsa, P. Nsabimana

“…It was conducted in eleven administrative districts in September 2021. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to conduct in-depth interviews with 124 respondents who were chosen using the snowball sampling technique from locations where the stinging nettle grows or has been domesticated. …”
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Supply Chain Management in Renewable Energy Projects from a Life Cycle Perspective: A Review by María E. Raygoza-Limón, J. Heriberto Orduño-Osuna, Gabriel Trujillo-Hernández, Miguel E. Bravo-Zanoguera, José Alejandro Amezquita Garcia, Luis Roberto Ramírez-Hernández, Wendy Flores-Fuentes, Joel Antúnez-García, Fabian N. Murrieta-Rico

“…The analysis provides a structured, systematized, and data-driven evaluation, highlighting the relevance of circular economy principles, advanced recycling technologies, and digital innovations to enhance sustainability, traceability, and resilience in renewable energy supply chains. …”
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Strategic scaling initiatives and client networking dynamics for small and medium-sized enterprises growth: a comprehensive case study analysis by Ioannis Christodoulou, Satrio Utomo Putranto, Moustafa Haj Youssef, Aspasia Simillidou, Jana Chovancová

“…Interviews, structured around four thematic domains, were conducted with a diverse cohort of participants selected through convenience and snowball sampling techniques. …”
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Protocol for a prospective cohort study to determine the multimodal biomarkers of delirium and new dementia after acute illness in older adults: ORCHARD-PS by Jessica Knight, Davide Simonato, Sarah Evans, Nicola G Lovett, Jasmine Ming Gan, Aubretia McColl, Lily Elderton, Meenu Vijayakumar Sheela, John Louca, Kinza Shahab, Mary Sneade, Nycola Muchenje, Mariya Fenchyn, Sarah Tamsin Pendlebury

“…Participants are interviewed as soon as possible after admission/assessment using a structured proforma.Data are collected on demographics, diagnosis and comorbidities, social and functional background. …”
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Burnout combating strategies, triggers, implications, and self-coping mechanisms among nurses working in Saudi Arabia: a multicenter, mixed methods study by Mohammad J. Jaber, Alanoud A. Bindahmsh, Omar G. Baker, Amal Alaqlan, Samy M. Almotairi, Ziyad E. Elmohandis, Mahmoud N. Qasem, Hind M. AlTmaizy, Susanna E. du Preez, Raghad A. Alrafidi, Abeer M. Alshodukhi, Faisal N. Al Nami, Baraa M. Abuzir

“…Qualitative data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 90 nurses to investigate and explore burnout triggers, implications, and coping mechanisms. …”
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Understanding the Needs and Wishes of Older Adults in Interprofessional Treatment for Malnutrition and Sarcopenia: A Grounded Theory Study by Boxum SD, Van Exter SH, Reinders JJ, Drenth H, Van den Berg MG, Tieland M, Geluk-Bleumink A, Spoorenberg SL, Finnema E, Van der Wees PJ, Koenders N, Jager-Wittenaar H

“…This study aimed to understand the needs and wishes of community-dwelling older adults regarding interprofessional treatment for (risk of) malnutrition and sarcopenia.Methods: We conducted a grounded theory study. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews and focus groups with community-dwelling older adults who are undergoing treatment or have been treated for (risk of) malnutrition and/or sarcopenia. …”
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The role of sanitation behavior as a driver for antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli among lakeshore residents around Lake Victoria, Uganda by Winston Kabiswa, Joseph M. Kungu, John B. Kalule, Jim Ayorekire, Immaculate Nakalembe, Samuel Majalija

“…Antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) was conducted using the Kirby–Bauer disk diffusion method against nine commonly used antibiotics, and further confirmed with the VITEK 2.0 COMPACT. Quantitative data on sanitation behaviors and antibiotic use were collected using a pre-tested, semi-structured questionnaire. …”
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Severe menopausal symptoms and associated factors among post-menopausal women in Ambo town, West Shewa, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study by Galana Takele Namara, Binyam Seifu Woldeyes, Dereje Yadesa Irenso, Daniel Belema Fekene, Gizachew Abdissa Bulto, Musa Abduro Fata, Warkitu Sileshi Ensermu, Amare Tesfaye Yami

“…A simple random sampling method was employed using computer-generated random numbers using the sampling frame taken from the conducted preliminary survey. Data were collected using a structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire. …”
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MEKANISME PENGUATKUASAAN KESALAHAN MATRIMONI PERKAHWINAN TANPA KEBENARAN BAGI ORANG ISLAM DI NEGERI JOHOR by Siti Aishah Borhanuddin, Mahamatayuding Samah, Mohd Norhusairi Mat Hussin

“…Additionally, the research incorporates semi-structured interviews with two Shariah enforcement officers and one Shariah prosecutor to acquire data on enforcement mechanisms, which are then subjected to content analysis. …”
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Integrative review of artificial intelligence applications in nursing: education, clinical practice, workload management, and professional perceptions by Rabie Adel El Arab, Omayma Abdulaziz Al Moosa, Mette Sagbakken, Ahmed Ghannam, Fuad H. Abuadas, Joel Somerville, Joel Somerville, Abbas Al Mutair, Abbas Al Mutair, Abbas Al Mutair, Abbas Al Mutair, Abbas Al Mutair

“…This framework offers a structured, ethically informed, and user-centric approach, advocating for AI as complementary to human expertise.ConclusionSuccessfully integrating AI into nursing requires comprehensive strategic planning that addresses educational, clinical, ethical, organizational, participatory, and economic dimensions, reinforcing the core humanistic values of nursing. …”
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From Feelings of Systemic Rejection to Challenges of Separation: A Study of Migration from Sistan-Baluchistan to Yazd by Mahnaz Farahmand, Zeinab Saboohi Golkar, Mohammad Naser Paknejad

“…The study was conducted in Yazd in 2023 by employing qualitative methods and purposive sampling, involving semi-structured interviews with 13 participants. Data analysis was carried out using thematic analysis techniques. …”
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Identifying barriers and facilitators for health risk behaviours among people with severe mental illness in Bangladesh and Pakistan: a qualitative study by Badur Un Nisa, Imogen Featherstone, Gerardo A. Zavala, Humaira Bibi, Md Badruddin Saify, Mahmudul Hasan, Faiza Aslam, Asad Tamizuddin Nizami, Rumana Haque, Najma Siddiqi, Richard I.G. Holt, Hannah Maria Jennings

“…A qualitative design was employed using photovoice, semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions. Participants included 16 people with SMI, 16 caregivers and 17 health professionals in Bangladesh and Pakistan. …”
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Patient and Healthcare Professional Reflections on Consenting for Extra Bone Marrow Samples to a Biobank for Research—A Qualitative Study by Stuart G. Nicholls, Erika Camilleri, Taryn Chesser, Gary Davis, Katya Godard, Grace Fox, Madeleine Jane Gordon, Krystina B. Lewis, Jocelyn Lepage, Oksana Motalo, Wendy Nuttall, Craig Peleshok, Caryn Y. Ito, Pierre J. A. Villeneuve, Mitchell Sabloff

“…This study aimed to better understand patient experiences with consenting to provide these samples and identify potential areas for practice improvement. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with patients treated for AL, 4–6 years prior to the interviews, and healthcare professionals involved with obtaining patient consent and sample collection. …”
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Livelihood resilience of forest-dependent farmers amidst the covid-19 pandemic in Sikka, Indonesia by Gerson N. Njurumana, Yohanis Ngongo, Dona Octavia, Sri Suharti, Ari Rakatama, Diana Prameswari, Rizki Maharani, Lukas Rumboko Wibowo, Agustinus P. Tampubolon, Suratman, Rosita Dewi, Etik Erna Wati Hadi, Yelin Adalina, Tony Basuki, Bernard deRosari, Kresno Agus Hendarto

“…The research was conducted through structured, in-depth interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FGD) with forest farmers. …”
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Re-use of Building Products in the Netherlands by Loriane Icibaci

“…The proposed conceptual model evolved from a composition of concepts adapted from the Industrial Ecology theoretical background to represent the system of the typical commercial practice of reuse of building products in the Netherlands, supplied by-products derived from the housing stock, and are centralized on the role of the practitioner. Accordingly, the data collection and most findings from the qualitative analysis departed from clustering information structured by the preconceived theoretical framework. …”
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