Assessment of Sleep Quality and Its Determinants Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Mogadishu, Somalia: A Cross-Sectional Study by Mohamed NA, Haji Mohamud RY, Hilowle FH, Ali TA, Mohamed YA, Gabow AA, Mohamed HN, Sidow NO, Hassan MS, Waberi MM

“…A total of 311 adults with T2DM were selected using systematic sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and validated instruments including the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), and Oslo Social Support Scale (OSSS-3). …”
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WhatsApp Versus SMS for 2-Way, Text-Based Follow-Up After Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision in South Africa: Exploration of Messaging Platform Choice by Isabella Fabens, Calsile Makhele, Nelson Kibiribiri Igaba, Sizwe Hlongwane, Motshana Phohole, Evelyn Waweru, Femi Oni, Madalitso Khwepeya, Maria Sardini, Khumbulani Moyo, Hannock Tweya, Mourice Barasa Wafula, Jacqueline Pienaar, Felex Ndebele, Geoffrey Setswe, Tracy Qi Dong, Caryl Feldacker

“…The team conducted short phone calls with WhatsApp and SMS clients about their perceptions of this 2wT platform using a short, structured interview guide. We consider informal reflections from the technical team members on the use of WhatsApp. …”
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Lúcia Esther Duque Moliterno: conhecendo a história de vida de uma militante da enfermagem [Lúcia Esther Duque Moliterno: knowing the life story of a militant nurse] [Lúcia Esther... by Deybson Borba Almeida, Gilberto Tadeu Reis da Silva, Paulo Joaquim Pina Queiros, Genival Fernandes de Freitas, Igor Ferreira Borba de Almeida

“…Method: this is a historical research, with qualitative approach, approved by the Ethics Research Committee, CAAE: 28775614.2.0000.5531. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview to an exponent of Brazilian nursing. …”
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APLIKASI KAEDAH AL-ZAJR BI AL-HAJR SEBAGAI PENDEKATAN MENANGANI ISU LGBT DI MALAYSIA by Sharul Fitry Abdul Majid, Muhammad Talhah Ajmain @ Jima’ain, Wan Mohd Khairul Firdaus Wan Khairuldin

“…The methodology of this study utilised a qualitative approach through exploration. Data were collected through documentation and structured interviews. …”
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Point Cloud Registration for Lava Tube Surface Reconstruction Using Curvature-Optimized Projection by Jiaqi Yao, Yanqiu Wang, Wen Li, Yuan Han, Hognxu Ai, Zhenchen Ji, Fu Zheng, Zhibin Sun

“…First, the normal vectors were estimated and normalized on an unstructured point cloud using Principal Component Analysis. …”
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A comprehensive perspective on electric vehicles as evolutionary robots by Haoyang Che, Haoyang Che, Shaolin Wang, Shaolin Wang, Lei Yao, Ying Gu

“…As it stands, these mechanisms are evidently insufficient for realizing genuine evolutionary robots (ER), especially in unstructured environments. The overarching perspective of conceptualizing EV as ER is not always prominently featured in academic literature. …”
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Research on Parameter Compensation Method and Control Strategy of Mobile Robot Dynamics Model Based on Digital Twin by Renjun Li, Xiaoyu Shang, Yang Wang, Chunbai Liu, Linsen Song, Yiwen Zhang, Lidong Gu, Xinming Zhang

“…Exact kinematic model and control system of the robots is required to improve their location accuracy during movement on the unstructured surfaces. By a virtual engine and digital twins, this study put forward a visualization monitoring and control system framework which can address the difficulties in the intelligent factories while managing a variety of data sources, such as virtual–real integration, real-time feedback, and other issues. …”
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Capturing pharmacists’ perspectives on the value, risks, and applications of ChatGPT in pharmacy practice: A qualitative study by Ammar Abdulrahman Jairoun, Sabaa Saleh Al-Hemyari, Moyad Shahwan, Ghala Rashid Alnuaimi, Nihal Ibrahim, Ammar Ali Saleh Jaber

“…Methods and materials: A qualitative approach that draws data from licensed pharmacists using semi-structured interviews. …”
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Synthesis of multicolored photoluminescent carbon nanodots and applications to secured tags in anti-counterfeiting, traceability and digital passport product by Aïssatou Coumba Sow, Etienne Palleau, Isabelle Fabre–Francke, Nicolas Ratel-Ramond, Cécile Marcelot, Laurence Ressier

“…The surface is then structured into the shape of patterns of interest by means of a technique derive from UV microprinting. …”
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Contributions of emotional intelligence in facing leadership challenges in nursing by Fernanda Tavares de Mello Abdalla, Maria Elisa Gonzalez Manso, Renata Laszlo Torres, Mariana Almeida Rocha, Maria Fernanda Terra

“…It is a qualitative, exploratory, and descriptive study, with the participation of nine nurses who held leadership positions between 2021 and 2024. Data collection took place between November 2023 and January 2024 through remotely conducted semi-structured interviews. …”
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Upper limb human-exoskeleton system motion state classification based on semg: application of CNN-BiLSTM-attention model by Dongwei Zhao, Xiangming Ye, Song Wang, Chenfeng Zhang, Shouqian Sun, Xuequn Zhang, Ruidong Cheng

“…Following the systematic fusion of multi-domain features spanning time, morphological, frequency, and cepstral characteristics, temporal features were structured through sliding window segmentation to serve as inputs for the proposed model. …”
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Knowledge, attitude, and practice of osteoporosis prevention in elder patients following lumbar fusion surgery: a cross‐sectional study by Shaoying Sheng, Manman Wang, Chengfei Yu, Qing Li, Zhan Wang, Zhan Wang, Zhan Wang, Zhan Wang, Yaojing Ma

“…PurposeTo assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding osteoporosis prevention among older adult patients following lumbar fusion surgery and identify associated factors.Patients and methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted with participants aged ≥50 years. Data on demographic characteristics, KAP related to osteoporosis prevention, and lifestyle behaviors were collected using structured questionnaires. …”
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The Magnitude and Impact of Bullying among School Pupils in Muscat, Oman: A Cross-Sectional Study by Muna Al-Saadoon, Yahya M. Al-Farsi, Syed Rizvi, Marwan Al-Sharbati, Abdullah Al-Jabri, Sufyan Almamari, Wafaa Al-Baluki, Samir Al-Adawi

“…The participants were selected using stratified random selection among 6 administrative divisions of one the governorates in the country. Data were collected using self-completed structured questionnaires. …”
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Adaptive governance in the water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus for sustainable community sanitation by Evi Siti Sofiyah, Imelda Masni Juniaty Sianipar, Ari Rahman, Naila Putri Caesarina, Sapta Suhardono, I Wayan Koko Suryawan, Chun-Hung Lee

“…The study conducts an in-depth analysis of adaptive capacities by identifying critical components such as assets, flexibility, organization, learning, and agency as fundamental elements of adaptive governance in sanitation practices. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using binary probit and logit models to examine how these attributes influence community engagement in sanitation. …”
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Giving justice to listening: exploring the impact of a novel dialogical approach to mental wellbeing on healthcare staff by Isaac Nsiah, Cornelia Junghans, Cornelia Junghans, Henock B. Taddese, Anna Dentschuk, Amanda Bueno de Mesquita, Matthew Ball

“…This study aims to explore perceptions of JL training amongst a variety of health professionals and how JL can be utilised to improve mental health and wellbeing in a health care context.MethodsWe employed qualitative methodology, gathering data through semi-structured interviews with healthcare workers who had undergone JL training in Westminster. …”
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Developing a Professional Judgment Framework for Implementing the Fair Value Standard by Zahra Aslani, Ghasem Blue

“…Methods This study utilized a combination of systematic literature review and fieldwork methods. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 10 Iranian accounting and auditing experts from four groups—valuers, auditors, preparers, and regulators—conducted between the beginning and end of August 2023. …”
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Integrative approach of plyometrics and nutritional strategies on vertical jump performance in elite targetball players by Kalai Murugan Sembaiyan, Mohana Krishnan Renganathan, Swamynathan Sanjaykumar, Svitlana Stadnyk, Daria Okun

“…Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of combining plyometric training with a structured nutritional plan on the vertical jump height of elite Targetball players. …”
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Psychological and emotional profiles of Australian uterine transplant potential recipients: A comparison with international trials by Brigitte Gerstl, Eva Kehag, Hayley Mallinder, Tamika Baker, Kaushalya Arulpragasam, Catherine David, Meredith Stone, Elizabeth Fitzsimmons, Kate Hetherington, Rebecca Deans

“…Thematic analysis was conducted on qualitative data from semi‐structured interviews. Results The Australian UTx potential recipients reported significantly higher Short Form‐36 (SF‐36) scores compared to the Australian general population in general health (p < 0.04), bodily pain (p < 0.02), social functioning (p < 0.02), and emotional well‐being (p < 0.01). …”
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Explaining the Experiences of Students and Graduates during Internship Courses in the Field of Healthcare Service Management: A Qualitative Study by Narges Khorshidi, Shaghayegh Shafa, Fateme Mostafapur, Nadia Oroomiei, Saeid Mirzaei

“…Background: The present study was designed and implemented to explain the experiences of students and graduates during internship courses in the field of healthcare service management.Objectives: The present research adopted a qualitative approach to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in educational and healthcare settings.Methods: This qualitative study employed content analysis and purposive sampling on students and graduates in the field of healthcare service management at Bam University of Medical Sciences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis.Results: The findings were categorized into two main categories: Curriculum planning curriculum planning opportunities and challenges. …”
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The bio-artificial pancreas to treat type 1 diabetes: Perspectives from healthcare professionals in the Netherlands by Dide de Jongh, Eline Bunnik, Behiye Ozcan, Robert Zietse, Emma Massey

“…This study aims to explore their perspectives on the potential future clinical implementation of the bio-artificial pancreas (BAP) for people with type 1 diabetes, and suitable target groups. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 healthcare professionals, including endocrinologists, nurses, and pancreas transplant surgeons. …”
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