The impact of land use transition on ecosystem service value in Lixiahe area: Multi-scenario simulation based on Markov-FLUS model by CHEN Xinwei, LI Hongbo, ZHANG Wenbo, GE Xiaoping

“…[Methods] Based on the land cover data of 1990, 2005 and 2020, this paper analyzes the characteristics of land use and changes in ecosystem service value. …”
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Research on safety of EMUs under high-speed collision with large animals by YUE Yixin, ZHU Wei

“…In order to study the safety of EMUs under high-speed collision with large animals, a three-dimensional curved surface model of deer was generated through physical scanning and data processing, and then a finite element stack model of deer was established. …”
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Clinical audit /QIP report: rhythm checks for patients admitted to the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) by Binisha Joshi, Paul Bolaji, Taba Ismael

“…This includes a dedicated telemetry section in electronic patient records, a structured template within patient care flows and the use of preformatted documentation stickers for bedside notes. …”
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HG-Mamba: A Hybrid Geometry-Aware Bidirectional Mamba Network for Hyperspectral Image Classification by Xiaofei Yang, Jiafeng Yang, Lin Li, Suihua Xue, Haotian Shi, Haojin Tang, Xiaohui Huang

“…The second stage, designated spatial structure perception and context modeling, incorporates a Gaussian Distance Decay (GDD) mechanism to adaptively reweight spatial neighbors based on geometric distances, coupled with a spatial bidirectional Mamba (SaBM) module for comprehensive global context modeling. …”
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Documentation of Pharmaceutical Development. Part 2. Quality System Documents by I. E. Smekhova, L. V. Shigarova, I. A. Narkevich, E. V. Flisyuk, V. D. Meteleva

“…The proposed set of documents makes it possible to form a single base of knowledge and results obtained at this stage, to systematize and structure them.Conclusion. In the course of the pharmaceutical development of two-component suppositories, knowledge has been generated about the process of creating a product of proper quality. …”
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Assessment of risk and knowledge regarding non-communicable diseases among adult population: a cross-sectional study in the urban slums of West Bengal by Merin K. Jaison, Trina Sengupta, Sauryadripta Ghose, Vandana Majhi, Archismita Santra, Shashi Kumar M.

“…Knowledge was evaluated through a pretested semi-structured questionnaire. Data were analysed using SPSS 25. …”
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Impact of COVID‐19 on Renal Transplant Recipients in a National Transplant Center by Pooja Koirala, Pukar Chandra Shrestha, Sugat Ratna Tuladhar, Kalpana Kumari Shrestha, Kopila Dahal

“…A self‐developed, semi‐structured telephone interview schedule was utilized for data collection. …”
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A Study to Assess the Efficacy of Audio-Visual Psychoeducation on Level of Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Harmful Effects of Alcohol among Alcohol use Disorder Patients Admitted... by Seema Madhavan Nair, Punita A Sharma, Radhika Das

“…A simple random sampling technique was used with random allocation of subjects into experimental group and control group by lottery method. A structured tool to assess knowledge was developed, validated by experts and reliability was tested. …”
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Frontline perceptions, practices and experiences of community pharmacists in Nigeria during the COVID-19 pandemic by Ayodapo O. Jegede, Aishat A. Quadri, Kayode T. Olabanji

“…A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 372 licensed pharmacists selected through proportionate random sampling from Nigeria’s northern and southern regions. Data were collected using a pre-tested, semi-structured questionnaire. …”
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Insights into thunderstorm characteristics from geostationary lightning jump and dive observations by F. Erdmann, D. R. Poelman

“…<p>The objective of this study is to gain a deeper understanding of geostationary (GEO) satellite data, with a specific emphasis on sudden increases in a storm's lightning activity, referred to as lightning jumps (LJs), and decreases, known as lightning dives (LDs). …”
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Sensemaking and abductive reasoning for transformative biodiversity conservation by Gonzalo Cortés‐Capano, Jacqueline Loos, Anna Hausmann, Teea Kortetmäki

“…We start by elaborating the meanings of sensemaking processes triggered by surprises and uncertainty and explain their key role when moving from well‐structured problems to addressing complex systemic issues in conservation. …”
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Chikungunya outbreak (2017) in Bangladesh: Clinical profile, economic impact and quality of life during the acute phase of the disease. by Mohammad Sorowar Hossain, Md Mahbub Hasan, Muhammad Sougatul Islam, Salequl Islam, Miliva Mozaffor, Md Abdullah Saeed Khan, Nova Ahmed, Waheed Akhtar, Shahanaz Chowdhury, S M Yasir Arafat, Md Abdul Khaleque, Zohora Jameela Khan, Tashmim Farhana Dipta, Shah Md Zahurul Haque Asna, Md Akram Hossain, Km Sultanul Aziz, Abdullah Al Mosabbir, Enayetur Raheem

“…<h4>Methods</h4>We conducted a cross-sectional study during the peak of chikungunya outbreak (July 24 to August 5, 2017) to document the clinical profiles of confirmed cases (laboratory test positive) and probable cases diagnosed by medical practitioners. Data related to clinical symptoms, treatment cost, loss of productivity due to missing work days, and quality of life during their first two-weeks of symptom onset were collected via face to face interview using a structured questionnaire. …”
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Turkish validity and reliability study of the simulation self-report cognitive load measurement tool 2.0 by Hilal Yıldız Çelik, Esra Uğur

“…Results The tool measures a three-factor structure—intrinsic load, extraneous load, and germane load—and consists of 16 items. …”
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Patient-Perceived Benefits and Limitations of Standard of Care Remote Symptom Monitoring During Cancer Treatment by Catherine S. Smith BS, Nicole L. Henderson PhD, MPH, Emma K. Hendrix BS, Tanvi Padalkar BS, MA, Chao-Hui Sylvia Huang PhD, D’Ambra N. Dent MBA, Stacey A. Ingram MEd, Chelsea McGowan MPH, J. Nicholas Odom PhD, RN, Tara Kaufmann MD, MSCE, Bryan Weiner PhD, Doris Howell RN, PhD, Angela M. Stover PhD, Ethan Basch MD, Jennifer Young Pierce MD, MPH, Gabrielle B. Rocque MD, MSPH

“…Participants were predominately female (87.5%), aged 41-65 (50%), and married (57.5%). Data is consistent with local demographics, comprising mainly White (72.5%) and 27.5% Black individuals. …”
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Patient Similarity Analysis and Decision Support Dashboards in Cancer Care: Patients' and Other Stakeholders' Perspectives by Karol Czuba, Te Hao Apaapa-Timu, Rachel Owens, Robert Strother, Ryan Radecki

“…Data was analysed using Directed Content Analysis. …”
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Revitalizing Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) Through Quality Assurance in Selected NVTIs in the Ashanti Region of Ghana by Sylvia Asheley Gyampoh, Solomon Marfo Ayesu, Timothy Crentsil, Theresa Morty-Bayuko, Maud Schall

“…Subsequently, restructuring the governance structure is necessary to position the Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) in a pivotal role for effective coordination, operation, and certification of TVET in NVTIs. …”
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Clinical, immunologic and virologic outcomes of children and adolescents receiving second line anti-retroviral therapy in two referral hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. by Endashaw Tekliye, Tinsae Alemayehu, Tigist Bacha

“…<h4>Methods</h4>This was a hospital based retrospective cohort study conducted among children and adolescents aged 18 years and less and receiving a second line antiretroviral drugs. Data was collected using structured questionnaires. …”
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EFFECT OF OXIDATIVE STRESS ON HISTOARCHITECTONICS AND ELEMENTAL COMPOSITION OF BONE TISSUE OF THE VERTEBRAL BODY RATS by S. N. Lukanina, A. V. Sakharov, A. Ye. Prosenko, A. V. Yefremov, K. A. Romanova

“…The peculiarities of structure of bone tissue of vertebra have been studied by methods of morphohystochemical analysis. …”
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Negotiation impact in Supply Chain Management by Elena-Simona Ionel

“…The results and findings confirm the two research hypothesis and highlight the importance of implementing a structured approach in negotiation, focusing significant efforts on preparation, adaptability and mutual value creation. …”
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Challenges of providing of special care services in hospitals during emergencies and disasters: a scoping review by Mohammad Masbi, Nader Tavakoli, Mohsen Dowlati

“…Results are presented in accordance with the PRISMA checklist to ensure quality and transparency. Data was analyzed through a systematic coding process where common themes across the studies were identified. …”
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