Lyotard versus Hegel: The violent end of postmodernity by Herberg-Rothe Andreas

“…In addition, I see Lyotard as an outstanding representative of post-structuralism, with whom he shares comparable problems, so that I make cross-references to similarities in this position, even if I do not treat them separately here.…”
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Building consumer loyalty through green marketing: an Egyptian perspective by Amr Samir Aly, Luna Santos-Roldán, Beatriz Palacios-Florencio

“…Conducted in the Egyptian context, this quantitative study surveyed 460 randomly selected respondents using a structured questionnaire, with data analyzed through the AMOS program. …”
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Protocol of a mixed-methods evaluation of Perfect Fit: A personalized mHealth intervention with a virtual coach to promote smoking cessation and physical activity in adults by Milon H. M. van Vliet, Anke Versluis, Niels H. Chavannes, Bouke L. Scheltinga, Nele Albers, Kristell M. Penfornis, Walter Baccinelli, Eline Meijer

“…Qualitative data will be gathered via semi-structured interviews post-intervention. Data analysis will involve descriptive analyses, generalized linear mixed models (quantitative) and the Framework Approach (qualitative), integrating quantitative and qualitative data during interpretation. …”
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Barriers, enablers and initiatives for uptake of advance care planning in general practice: a systematic review and critical interpretive synthesis by Joel Rhee, Lucie Walters, Jo Risk, Leila Mohammadi, Paul R Ward

“…There was a lack of cohesive guidance in shaping effective ACP interventions and some early indications of structured approaches emerging.Conclusion Findings from this review present an opportunity to strategically apply the ACP research evidence across targeted levels of influence, and with an understanding of mediators and moderators to inform the design of new and enhanced ACP models of care in general practice.PROSPERO registration number CRD42018088838…”
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Sustainable agricultural practices and their impact on ecological indicators: A case study of cherry production in Iran by Fatemeh Meftahi, Amir Azizpanah, Morteza Taki

“…Data were collected from 30 cherry farmers through structured questionnaires and face-to-face interviews. …”
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A co-designed intervention to support people living with achalasia to eat in a social setting: a feasibility study by Melika Kalantari, Amelia Hollywood, Rosemary Lim, Majid Hashemi

“…Methods A mixed-method approach was employed, which involved pre- and post-intervention questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The Achalasia Action group, a UK-based support group, facilitated participant recruitment. …”
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Effectiveness of Cooperative Marketing Strategies in Reducing Post-Harvest Losses among Catfish Farmers in Delta State, Nigeria by Veronica Uchechukwu Ikenga, Sarah Enwa, Agatha Oghenemine Edewor, Precious Omesiri Abushe, Ogheneovo Akpogheneoyibo-Owigho

“…Methodology: The study made use of the descriptive survey research design. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 385 respondents, and data were analysed with both descriptive and inferential statistics, including multiple regression analysis. …”
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Single-Visit Endodontic Therapy and Root Canal Identification Practices among Croatian Dentists: Insights from a National Survey by Josipa Sović, Sanja Šegović, Ivona Bago, Jurica Matijević, Ivan Tomašić

“…Materials and Methods: A structured questionnaire was distributed via email to all Croatian dental practitioners, with 819 responses analyzed corresponding to an estimated 27% response rate. …”
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Qualitative study on the perceived enablers and barriers to interprofessional education in primary care in Singapore by Cia Sin Lee, Zhimin Poon, Jeremy Cong En He, Bandy Quiling Goh, Cindy Xin Yi Poh, Muthulakshimi Paulpandi, Ee Guan Tay, Jascha De Nooijer

“…Basic demographics data were collected followed by individual semi-structured interviews using a topic guide. Conceptual framework by D'amour and Oandasan was adopted as the underpinning framework to evaluate factors associated to micro (learners and educators), meso (instituitions) and macro (policy and professional bodies) level. …”
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Innovative activity of teachers - myth or reality? by A. P. Usol’tsev, E. P. Antipova

“…The dependence of efficiency of pedagogical innovations on the model of state policy in education is demonstrated. …”
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The risks of telehealth in radiation oncology: challenges and mitigation strategies by Sotiri Stathakis, Niko Papanikolaou, Jessica Ashford, Jason Stephens, Aaron LaRose

“…A structured, continuous risk management framework is presented as an essential component for navigating these complexities. …”
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Social isolation, social exclusion, and access to mental and tangible resources: mapping the gendered impact of tuberculosis-related stigma among men and women living with tubercul... by Andrew Medina-Marino, Lindsey de Vos, Joseph Daniels

“…Methods We interviewed PLWTB receiving treatment at government clinics in Buffalo City Metro Health District, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. Semi-structured guides explored TB symptom experiences, access to care, treatment motivation, key supporters, and access to mental and tangible resources (MTRs) during illness. …”
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Cancellation of Elective Surgery and Its Associated Factors in Public Teaching Hospitals of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2021 by Tezazu Engidayehu, Yohannes Ayalew, Debela Gela, Fekadu Abera

“…Data was collected by using pretested structured questionnaires and an assigned operational theater staff was recording the cancelled cases in real time. …”
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The influence of the hidden curriculum on the risk of burnout in junior doctors in a palliative medicine rotation – a qualitative exploratory study by Eng Koon Ong, Ranitha Govindasamy, Wen Shan Sim, Lalit Kumar Radha Krishna

“…Methods This qualitative exploratory study was conducted at the Division of Supportive and Palliative Care in the National Cancer Centre Singapore, involving medical residents who had completed at least one month with the division between 2020 and 2022. 13 participants were recruited for individual semi-structured interviews carried out by an independent research assistant. …”
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Probing Acidic and Defective Sites in Sulfated UiO-66 and ZrO₂ via Adsorptive FTIR Spectroscopy by Vera V. Butova, Olga A. Burachevskaia, Nikola L. Drenchev, Andrei A. Tereshchenko, Konstantin I. Hadjiivanov

“…In this study, we investigate two structurally related systems—sulfated UiO-66 (UiO-66-SO₄) and sulfated tetragonal zirconia (S-ZrO₂)—by FTIR spectroscopy with probe molecules. …”
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Parâmetros relacionados ao conforto de passageiros: uma pesquisa das práticas adotadas por fabricantes de poltronas Parameters related to passengers' comfort: a research on the pra... by Jerusa Barbosa Guarda de Souza, Nilton Luiz Menegon, Marina Greghi Sticca, Talita Naiara Rossi

“…The work was based on the existing literature and semi-structured interviews with five seat manufacturers. …”
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Reasons for disengagement in first-episode psychosis – perspectives from service users and their caregivers by Yi Chian Chua, Kumarasan Roystonn, K. Pushpa, Swapna Verma, Charmaine Tang

“…Potential participants were invited to a face-to-face semi-structured interview over video call or in-person. Each interview spanned one to two hours, and comprised five phases – icebreaker, exploration of the participant’s experience with EPIP before deciding to disengage, discussion of reasons for disengagement, exploration of the post-disengagement experience, and feedback and suggestions for EPIP. …”
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The impact of extended reality cognitive behavioral therapy on mental disorders among children and youth: A systematic review and meta-analysis protocol. by Madeline Li, Jamin Patel, Tarun Reddy Katapally

“…<h4>Conclusions</h4>This protocol establishes a structured approach for assessing the efficacy of XR-CBT interventions on mental disorders among children and youth. …”
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Beyond illness: how chronic conditions and unhealthy behaviors impact health-related quality of life among Iranian women by Satar Rezaei

“…Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire that included sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle behaviors, chronic disease status, and the validated Iranian versions of the EQ-5D-5 L (hereafter referred to as EQ-5D) and EQ-VAS instruments to assess HRQoL. …”
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Exploring healthcare providers’ perspectives of childbirth education classes for quality of care and positive childbirth experience: an interpretative phenomenological analysis stu... by Anwar Nader AlKhunaizi, Sami Abdulrahman Alhamidi, Areej Ghalib Al-Otaibi, Amany Anwar AlAbdullah, Kawther Saleh Alosaif, Meral Jehad Al Zayer

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