Serpentinites of Different Tectonic Origin in an Exhumed Subduction Complex (New Caledonia, SW Pacific) by Natalie H. Raia, Donna L. Whitney, Christian Teyssier, Stéphane Lesimple

“…We interpret Group I serpentinites to derive from downgoing plate mantle, whereas Group II serpentinites derive from overlying mantle wedge, exhibiting remarkable similarity to the REE geochemistry of the structurally overlying New Caledonia ophiolite. Our results establish the subduction complex in New Caledonia as an unusual natural record of the entrainment and exhumation of mantle from both the overlying mantle wedge and the downgoing plate in an oceanic subduction zone.…”
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Identification of potential areas for reforestation applying the analytic hierarchy process (AHP), case study from the valley of Aguascalientes, Mexico by Isai Gerardo Reyes-Cedeño, Pia Berger, Claudia N. Sánchez, Abel Coronado, Faezeh Mahichi, Hugo Luna-Villavicencio

“…By combining geospatial analysis with structured decision-making, this study provides a valuable model for informed land use planning. …”
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Urogenital anomalies in children with anorectal malformations: a single institution observational study by Belachew Dejene Wondemagegnehu, Solomon Wubetu Asfaw

“…Considering this high prevalence, this study aimed to assess the specific occurrence of urogenital anomalies in patients with anorectal malformations.MethodsAn institution-based observational study was conducted on 156 patients with anorectal malformation, all of whom were screened for urogenital anomalies. Data were collected using a pre-structured questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS (IBM) Version 26 software. …”
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Experiential retailing in cultural spaces: A case study of multisensory design in batik boutiques [version 2; peer review: 2 approved] by Arina Hayati, Purwanita Setijanti, Eri Naharani Ustazah

“…Using an intersubjective paradigm, the study explores sociocultural consumer engagement through semi-structured interviews, direct observations, and photo-elicitation techniques. …”
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A quality improvement initiative to improve transport team mobilization for emergent neonatal transfers by Arpit Sohane, Arshdeep Kaur, Pradeep Suryawanshi, Arjun Verma, Suprabha Patnaik

“…Infants requiring urgent transfer to specialized neonatal units are particularly vulnerable, often due to the limited capabilities of peripheral birthing facilities, the absence of structured neonatal transport networks, and the reliance on unsafe or uncoordinated transfer methods. …”
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Beliefs, attitudes and practices towards scabies in central Ghana. by Yaw Ampem Amoako, Lotte Suzanne van Rietschoten, Michael Ntiamoah Oppong, Kwabena Oppong Amoako, Kabiru Mohammed Abass, Bernard Akoto Anim, Dennis Odai Laryea, Richard Odame Phillips, Ymkje Stienstra

“…<h4>Methodology/principal findings</h4>Data was collected via semi-structured questionnaires for people who had active scabies or scabies in the past year and people who never had scabies in the past. …”
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A Health Records Review of Outpatient Referrals from the Emergency Department by Nicholas Prudhomme, Edmund S. H. Kwok, Laura Olejnik, Shannon White, Venkatesh Thiruganasambandamoorthy

“…Processes incorporated by top-performing clinics included reserving appointment slots for emergency referrals, structured referral forms, and centralized booking. …”
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Artificial neural network-enhanced unconditionally stable finite-difference time-domain technique for multiscale problems by Oluwole John Famoriji, Thokozani Shongwe

“…Every time-marching phase involves training a different ANN, so the results from one step do not impact the results from the next. With finely structured microwave components, the time step of the ANN-FDTD can be selected to be substantially bigger than that of the conventional FDTD. …”
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Waves of hurt faced by families due to a hospitalised relative with COVID-19 in the Cape Flats by Mondli Chiya, Karien Jooste, Amy Williams

“…Individual interviews lasted 30 min– 45 min, posing semi-structured questions - probing led to thematic saturation. …”
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Women's empowerment and contraceptive use: the role of independent versus couples' decision-making, from a lower middle income country perspective. by Waqas Hameed, Syed Khurram Azmat, Moazzam Ali, Muhammad Ishaque Sheikh, Ghazunfer Abbas, Marleen Temmerman, Bilal Iqbal Avan

“…We assessed these phenomena in Pakistan using a structured-framework approach.<h4>Methods</h4>We analyzed data on 2,133 women who were either using any form of contraceptive or living with unmet need for contraception. …”
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Post-treatment survivorship experiences of informal carers and adults diagnosed with sarcoma: a qualitative study by William G. Lorimer, Marilyn Lottering, Georgia K. B. Halkett, Moira O’Connor

“…Fourteen participants, including eight parent carers and one partner (M = 54 years; 67% female, 33% male), and five adult sarcoma survivors (M = 37 years; 60% female, 40% male), participated in online semi-structured interviews. Reflective thematic analysis was used to analyse the data.Findings Three key themes emerged: “It Takes a Village,” “I’ll Be Strong,” and “Navigating Life after Sarcoma.” …”
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Razones de la renuencia a hablar en la clase de ELE en Asia oriental. Análisis cualitativo y comparación entre estudiantes taiwaneses y coreanos / Reasons for reticence in the SFL... by Jorge Daniel Mendoza Puertas

“…The research was based on semi-structured interviews, discussion groups and annotations made by the teacher in a daily work notebook. …”
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Rehabilitation during intensive treatment of acute leukaemia including allogenic stem cell transplantation: a qualitative study of patient experiences by Lene Østergaard Jepsen, Lone Smidstrup Friis, Mette Terp Hoybye, Claus Werenberg Marcher, Dorte Gilså Hansen

“…This study elucidates how AL patients, treated with curative intent in an outpatient setting, assess their physical, psychosocial and existential capability during and following treatment, and furthermore reports on the health initiatives offered to support their rehabilitation.Design, setting, participants and interventions We conducted qualitative, semi-structured individual interviews with 16 AL patients, 6 months after end of treatment in the patients’ homes. …”
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Challenges and needs in dementia care: people with dementia and family caregivers’ experiences from diagnosis to follow-up in Swedish primary care: a qualitative study by Monica Bergqvist, Pia Bastholm-Rahmner, Karin Modig, Katharina Schmidt-Mende

“…This study explores how older people with dementia and their family caregivers experience the process from diagnosis to follow-up in primary care, what support is needed, what works well and what could be improved.Design Semi-structured interviews were conducted with four people with dementia and 11 family caregivers in Stockholm, Sweden. …”
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Effect of Tailored Patient Education Program on the Outcomes of Pregnant Women with Hyperemesis Gravidarum by Hala A. Ali, Amany M. Ahmed

“…The research was conducted at the inpatient obstetrics and gynecology department, Kafrelsheikh General Hospital, Kafrelsheikh Governorate, Egypt. Data collected using three tools: Structured interviewing questionnaire; Modified 24-hour Pregnancy-Unique Quantification of Emesis/Nausea (PUQE) index; and health status assessment record. …”
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From Policy to Practice: A Qualitative Study on Reforms and Frontline Retention in Healthcare by Anik Dubé PhD, RN, Stéphanie Collin PhD, Jennifer Hakim MD, Claire Johnson PhD, RD, Marie-Eve Laforest PhD, RN, Michel H. Landry MD, Martin Lauzier PhD

“…This descriptive qualitative study explored how macro-level decisions are experienced on the frontlines. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 21 physicians and 37 registered nurses, as well as 2 focus groups involving 20 key informants in managerial roles. …”
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Impact of traumatic experiences on obsessive-compulsive disorder: a study of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip – a conflict area by Nadin Hannoon, Basel El-Khodary, Zhongming Zhang

“…Considering these circumstances, in this study, we investigated the prevalence of trauma aetiology among OCD patients and its impact on the clinical picture by studying the effects of trauma on three different levels of trauma-aetiology: (1) history of trauma exposure (TE-OCD), (2) individual perception of OCD as trauma-related (TR-OCD), and (3) the onset of OCD within six months post-trauma (PT-OCD).Methods: This cross-sectional study included 103 Gazans diagnosed with OCD, aged 18–56 years. Semi-structured clinical interviews, including self-report measures, were used to collect demographic and diagnostic data.Results: Out of 103 participants, 77.7% reported a history of trauma (TE-OCD), 29.1% perceived their trauma as a cause of OCD (TR-OCD), and 18.4% developed their symptoms within six months of the trauma (PT-OCD). …”
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Experiences and expectations of patients with obesity 3 months after metabolic and bariatric surgery: a qualitative study by Lu Chen, Haiyan Wang, Ling Deng, Nianxing Li, Yinyin Fan

“…Participants were selected using a purposive sampling method, and semi-structured interviews were conducted to collect data, which then were analysed using the content analysis method.Setting The study was conducted in a tertiary hospital in eastern China.Participants 21 patients (8 men and 13 women; aged 18–51 years) who received metabolic and bariatric surgery were included, with 16 within 3 months post-surgery and 5 beyond 3 months.Results Four themes emerged: (1) Physical and psychological rehabilitation: patients were enthusiastic and motivated about their physical recovery and mental well-being. (2) Stress and challenges: patients encountered various pressures and challenges, especially in dietary transitions and emotional management. (3) Adjustment and adaptation: patients were committed to managing discomfort and developing healthy dieting strategies through personal effort and diverse support. (4) Expectations for comprehensive support: patients desire comprehensive support and services from healthcare providers.Conclusions Healthcare providers should focus on the early postoperative experiences of patients and deliver personalised health education and emotional support to help them navigate the postoperative adaptation and ultimately achieve long-term health goals.…”
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Childhood cancer and parental mental health: role of disease severity, socioeconomic status, and social dynamics by Hawkar Ibrahim, Azad Ali Ismail, Narin Ahmed Rahim, Benjamin Iffland, Frank Neuner

“…Methods This prospective, cross-sectional study examined the mental health of 307 Kurdish parents of children undergoing cancer treatment in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Data were collected through structured interviews at two major oncology hospitals in the KRI, utilizing standardized instruments to assess mental health symptoms, socioeconomic status, and social constraints. …”
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Lest we forget, primary health care in Sub-Saharan Africa is nurse led. Is this reflected in the current health systems strengthening undertakings and initiatives? by Janet Michel, David Evans, Fabrizio Tediosi, Don deSavigny, Matthias Egger, Till Bärnighausen, Diane McIntyre, Laetitia Rispel

“…A theory of change approach was employed. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were held with participants using a standard interview guide. …”
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