Oral Health and Dietary Habits Before and After COVID-19 Restrictions in a Portuguese Adult Population: An Observational Study by Eduardo Guerreiro, Ricardo Cachinho, Tiago Dionísio, Manuel Nobre, André Júdice, Cátia Simões, José João Mendes

“…A total of 3380 participants were included and categorized into two cohorts: pre- and post-COVID-19 restrictions. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire assessing oral health behaviors and dietary habits. …”
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Adapting sorghum and other millets to climate challenges: An integrated bibliometric and meta-analysis of global literature by V. Visha Kumari, Aniket Deo, Kaushik Bora, C.A. Rama Rao, B.M.K. Raju, M.A. Sarath Chandran, K. Sriram, V.K. Singh, Pramod K. Aggarwal

“…These crops, being significantly important in semi-arid and arid regions globally, invite more research focus. Given the lack of structured synthesis of climate adaptation research for sorghum and other millets, we conducted a systematic literature review to identify trends and associations in research with bibliometric analysis and estimate effectiveness of various climate adaptation options with meta-analysis. …”
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A climate adaptation menu for North American grasslands by Jacy S. Bernath‐Plaisted, Stephen D. Handler, Marissa Ahlering, Leslie A. Brandt, Scott B. Maresh Nelson, Neal D. Niemuth, Todd Ontl, Courtney L. Peterson, Christine A. Ribic, Delane Strohmeyer, Benjamin Zuckerberg

“…The Grassland Adaptation Menu incorporates eight general strategies and 32 approaches in a structured format designed to help managers translate concepts into actions.…”
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Exploring Interactions of Older Adults with Mild Dementia Participating in Robotherapy with Robot Cats in a Day Hospital in Spain: A Qualitative Study by Cristina Perdomo-Delgado, Minoo Dabiri-Golchin, Patricia Sánchez-Herrera-Baeza, Almudena Muñoz-Martínez, Nereida Reyes-Sosa, Marta Pérez-de-Heredia-Torres, Paula Obeso-Benítez

“…Thirteen older adults with mild dementia who used a robot cat during robotherapy sessions in a day hospital in Spain were interviewed. Following semi-structured interviews, a thematic qualitative analysis of the data was conducted, revealing four main themes: (1) therapeutic effects of robotherapy (relaxation, mood improvement, cognitive stimulation, and increased social interaction); (2) preferences regarding the types of robotherapy activities; (3) interaction with the robot cat during the sessions; and (4) technological characteristics of the robot cat. …”
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Integrating Palliative Care and Heart Failure: the PalliatHeartSynthesis realist synthesis by Tracey McConnell, Carolyn Blair, Geoff Wong, Claire Duddy, Clare Howie, Loreena Hill, Joanne Reid

“…It is theory driven because it uses evidence to iteratively develop and test structurally coherent explanations (i.e. theories) of complex interventions. …”
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Feasibility and acceptability of magnetic resonance imaging and electroencephalography for child neurodevelopmental research in rural Ethiopia by Firehiwot Workneh, Theresa I. Chin, Theresa I. Chin, Theresa I. Chin, Kalkidan Yibeltal, Krysten North, Krysten North, Nebiyou Fasil, Workagegnhu Tarekegn, Betelhem Haimanot Abate, Sarem Mulugeta, Gellila Asmamaw, Atsede Teklehaimanot, Sonya V. Troller-Renfree, Sarah K. G. Jensen, Sarah K. G. Jensen, Moriah E. Thomason, Terrie Inder, Charles A. Nelson, Charles A. Nelson, Alemayehu Worku, Anne CC Lee, Anne CC Lee, Anne CC Lee, Yemane Berhane

“…Studies implementing neuroimaging tools in low- and middle-income countries are still rare, and there is limited data on the acceptability of such tools among rural communities. …”
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Temporal Dynamics of Functional Connectivity in Temporal and Extra-Temporal Lobe Epilepsy: A Magnetoencephalography-Based Study by Suhas M.V, N. Mariyappa, Karunakar Kotegar, Ravindranadh Chowdary M, Raghavendra K, Ajay Asranna, Viswanathan L.G, Sanjib Sinha, Anitha H

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Telemedicine for under-resourced patients with systemic lupus erythematosus: a qualitative study exploring the views and experiences of patients and their healthcare team by Savannah Bowman, Sandeep K. Agarwal, Keshia C. Ferguson, Maryjo J. Maliekel, Maria A. Lopez-Olivo, Maria E. Suarez-Almazor, Maria I. Danila, Maria I. Danila, Jinoos Yazdany, Sebastian Bruera

“…Using Levesque's conceptual framework for healthcare access, semi-structured interviews and content analysis were used to explore benefits and limitations of telemedicine in under-resourced patients with SLE. …”
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Decreasing prevalence of anaemia in pregnant women at delivery: a quality improvement initiative by Vidushi Kulshrestha, K Aparna Sharma, Neena Malhotra, Anushka Rathi, Swati Sharma, Tanisha Gupta, Aditya Sarkar, Srinidhi Y Reddy, Nambrath Sunita, Joby Titto

“…Sustainability measures, such as structured intern orientation, real-time monitoring through WhatsApp and enhanced team communication, addressed barriers like frequent staff rotations and workflow integration. …”
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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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Maximizing Performance of Geopolymer Mortar: Optimizing Basalt and Carbon Fiber Content Composition by Katarzyna Ewa Buczkowska, Petr Louda, Artem Sharko, Oleksandr Sharko, Dmitry Stepanchikov, Ludek Jancik, Piotr Los, Kinga Plawecka, Van Su Le

“…Markov chains are employed to address the quantitative aspects of loosely structured tasks and process performance evaluation. …”
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Role of social capital in kiwifruit farmers’ willingness to adopt and pay for sustainable green food certificates in China by Li Dong, Farhad Zulfiqar, Shah Fahad, Muhammad Yaseen, Syed Shurid Khan, Takuji W. Tsusaka, Avishek Datta

“…This study investigates kiwifruit farmers’ willingness to adopt (WTAd) and willingness to pay (WTP) for GFC, focusing on the role of social capital in shaping their decisions. Data were collected from 404 kiwifruit farmers in major kiwifruit-producing Provinces using a structured household survey. …”
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