RETRACTED ARTICLE: Psycho-linguistic and educational challenges in Teaching Chinese (Mandarin) Language: voices from None-Chinese teachers of Mandarin language by Lei Pan, Dan Sun, Yumei Zou, Yi Cao, Jingxian Zhang, Fangfang Li

“…Methodology The research methodology employed for this study involved the use of semi-structured interviews conducted with 15 Mandarin language teachers, who were chosen through theoretical sampling. …”
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Exploring barriers to rehabilitation for individuals with spinal cord injury: a qualitative study in Iran by Farhad Nosrati Nejad, Mehdi Basakha, Abdurrahman Charkazi, Abdullatif Esmaeili

“…Fourteen participants were purposefully selected from the Golestan province (north of Iran) until data saturation was reached. Semi-structured interviews were conducted during the summer and fall of 2023, recorded, transcribed, and subjected to rigorous thematic analysis. …”
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Impact of introducing a capacity-based mental health law in Norway: qualitative exploration of multi-stakeholder perspectives by Jacob Jorem, Reidun Førde, Tonje Lossius Husum, Jørgen Dahlberg, Reidar Pedersen

“…Aims To explore the impact of introducing a capacity-based mental health law governing involuntary care and treatment. Method Semi-structured interviews and focus groups were conducted in 2018 with 60 purposively sampled stakeholders, including patients, families, health professionals and lawyers. …”
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Implementation of Aerosol Mie Scattering in POSEIDON with Application to the Hot Jupiter HD 189733 b’s Transmission, Emission, and Reflected Light Spectrum by Elijah Mullens, Nikole K. Lewis, Ryan J. MacDonald

“…We additionally explore how retrieval model choices such as cloud parameterization, aerosol species and properties, and thermal structure parameterization affect retrieved atmospheric properties. …”
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Healthcare professionals’ perspective on collaboration with traditional medical practitioners in HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis care in rural Ethiopia by Mamo Feyissa Senbeta, Teferi Gedif Fenta, Kaleab Asres, Tsige Gebremariam

“…HCPs working directly in HIV and TB clinics in five health facilities were purposively included. Data were collected between March 5 and April 30, 2022, through in-depth interviews using semi-structured questionnaires. …”
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Smokeless, not harmless: Understanding Naswar's cardiovascular risks in the northwestern Pakistan by Ihsanur Rahman, Fayaz Ahmad, Naveed Sadiq

“…Consecutive sampling facilitated data collection through interviews using pre-structured questionnaire. …”
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Influence of biological intensification on the balance of sod-podzolic soil nutrient elements in field crop rotations by L. M. Kozlova, F. A. Popov, E. N. Noskova, E. V. Svetlakova

“…The studies were carried out in the Kirov region on sod-podzolic sandy loam soil in a long-time stationary experiment established in 1976. The article provides data (2010-2017) on four fallow-grain-grass crop rotations with various types of fallows, annual and perennial legumes (25-50 %), intercrops (12.5-37.5 %). …”
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Consumer perceptions and preferences of pharmacist-led professional services and attributes in Australia: a qualitative focus group study by Ruth Webster, Suzanne Robinson, Richard Norman, Laura Thomas, Ajay Karia, Tin Fei Sim

“…Objective This study investigates consumer views of pharmacist-led professional services in Australia, emphasising factors influencing their uptake and attributes valued by users.Design Semi-structured online focus groups explored the awareness, experiences and expectations of pharmacists and pharmacy professional services. …”
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Barriers and Support for Family Caregivers in Caring for Older Adults with Dementia: A Qualitative Study in Indonesia by Rita Hadi Widyastuti, Junaiti Sahar, Etty Rekawati, Aria Kekalih

“…Inclusion criteria included primary family caregivers who provided care for four hours per day for at least six months, were proficient in Indonesian, assisted older adults in daily activities, and were capable of expressing their experiences. Data were collected using in-depth semi-structured interviews and analyzed using the Colaizzi method.   …”
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The Formation Mechanism of Surface Landslide Disasters in the Mining Area under Different Slope Angles by Chi Mu, Xueyi Yu, Bingchao Zhao, Dongdong Zhang, Xuwei Mao, Jun Zhu

“…In this context, this study analyzes monitoring data obtained from surface observation in the Shendong mining area of the Hanjiawan coal mine based on the geological conditions therein. …”
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Antenatal care quality and pregnancy outcomes in the northern region of Ghana: a mixed-methods analysis by Emmanuel Akolgo Abanga, Andrew Mpagwuni Ziblim, Michael Boah

“…A thematic analysis approach was used to analyse the qualitative data, ensuring the robustness and reliability of our findings. …”
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Digital technologies as enablers of universal design for learning: higher education students' perceptions in the context of SDG4 by María Guadalupe Veytia Bucheli, José Gómez-Galán, Maritza Librada Cáceres Mesa, Luis López Catalán

“…Building on universal design concepts, UDL is structured around three neurological learning systems (affective, recognition, and strategic) and advocates three corresponding principles: multiple means of engagement, representation, and action/expression. …”
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Academic formation and permanent education: influences on leadership styles of nurses Formação acadêmica e educação permanente: influências nos estilos de liderança de enfermeiros... by Karen Cristina Kades Andrigue, Leticia de Lima Trindade, Simone Coelho Amestoy

“…Six nurses from the hospital network of Chapecó, Santa Catarina, participated in this study and typified different leadership styles. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed according to Thematic Analysis. …”
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The Impact of Digital Tourism Marketing Dimensions on Attracting Domestic Tourism in Saudi Arabia

“…The participants were drawn from different regions to ensure diverse representations. A structured questionnaire was designed and statistically tested to ensure clarity and reliability. …”
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Magnetite Functionalized Nigella Sativa Seeds for the Uptake of Chromium(VI) and Lead(II) Ions from Synthetic Wastewater by Patience Mapule Thabede, Ntaote David Shooto, Thokozani Xaba, Eliazer Bobby Naidoo

“…The XRD results of FNS and PNS composites showed a combination of spinel structure and y-Fe2O3 phase confirming the formation of iron oxide. …”
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Leveraging Thermal Infrared Imaging for Pig Ear Detection Research: The TIRPigEar Dataset and Performances of Deep Learning Models by Weihong Ma, Xingmeng Wang, Simon X. Yang, Lepeng Song, Qifeng Li

“…The stable physiological structure and rich vascular network of pig ears contribute to distinct thermal characteristics, which can reflect temperature variations. …”
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Human Infecting with Tick-Borne Diseases on the Territory of Irkutsk City: 25 Years of Survey by O. V. Melnikova, V. M. Korzun, E. I. Andaev

“…The groups of patients, infected within and beyond the city limits, differ in some ecological and demographical parameters and also in structure of TBI morbidity. Tree area groups with different risk level for TBI contracting have been determined in the city.Conclusion. …”
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The Assessment of Students’ Perception Regarding the Learning Experience in the Virtual Pharmacology Laboratory by Bandar T. Alenezi, Elhassan Hussein Eltom, Muhammad Jan, Samah Gaafar Alshygi, Rahma Hamayun, Syed Sajid Shah, Ekramy Elmorsy

“…Materials and Methods: The study was conducted through distribution of a structured self-administered questionnaire of three sections covering satisfaction of participants regarding the virtual pharmacology classes, their effect on students’ performance, and the attitude of students toward the virtual classes. …”
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Barriers and Facilitators in Accessing HIV Prevention Services for Men Having Sex with Men (MSM): A Comprehensive Analysis by Felix Sanni, Roger Abang, Godwin Emmanuel, Abiye Kalaiwo, Olugbemi Motilewa, Paul Amechi, Paul Umoh, Bartholomew Boniface Ochonye

“…Method: In-depth interviews, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and structured questionnaires were used to interview urban and rural Nigerian men having sex with men (MSM) aged 18 and older. …”
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The Hidden Cost of Supply Chain Disruptions: Case Study of the UK’s Automotive Sector by Hubert Escaith, Sangeeta Khorana, William A. Kerr

“…The European Union (EU) has, in part, been structured to reduce friction in Europe-wide supply chains through the single market. …”
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