Providers’ Perspectives on Provision of Family Planning to HIV-Positive Individuals in HIV Care in Nyanza Province, Kenya by Sara J. Newmann, Kavita Mishra, Maricianah Onono, Elizabeth A. Bukusi, Craig R. Cohen, Olivia Gage, Rose Odeny, Katie D. Schwartz, Daniel Grossman

“…Structured questions and case scenarios assessed contraceptive knowledge, training, and FP provision experience. …”
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Recursive Class Connectivity Classification (R3C) Applied to Binary Image Segmentation for Improved Infant Fingerprint Enhancement by Joao Leonardo Harres Dall Agnol, Luiz Fernando Puttow Southier, Jefferson Tales Oliva, Marcelo Teixeira, Rodrigo Minetto, Marcelo Filipak, Dalcimar Casanova, Erick Oliveira Rodrigues

“…This study introduces Recursive Class Connectivity Classification (R3C), a novel framework that iteratively refines binary segmentation outputs from existing enhancement methods by extending ridge structures. R3C does not require modifications to the underlying classifier and operates without training data, which is not currently available for infant fingerprints. …”
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Vegetation growth improvement Inadequately represents the ecological restoration of the Populus euphratica forests in Xinjiang, China by Xuefei Guo, Junli Li, Jiudan Zhang, Chunxia Wei, Zhijun Li

“…This study used time-series NDVI data from Landsat imagery and fieldwork investigations to monitor vegetation growth and stand age structures of P. euphratica forests in Xinjiang and explore the driving factors of these changes. …”
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A domain-based framework for cognitive profile identification in Parkinson’s disease across diverse samples by Elvira Andújar-Castillo, Carla Carrillo-Molina, Fernando Alonso, Fernando Alonso, Clara Villanueva-Iza, Clara Villanueva-Iza, Gustavo Fernández-Pajarín, Gustavo Fernández-Pajarín, Angel Sesar, Angel Sesar, Isabel Jiménez-Martín, Isabel Jiménez-Martín, Juan Francisco Martín-Rodriguez, Juan Francisco Martín-Rodriguez, Juan Francisco Martín-Rodriguez, Maria Jesús Lama, Pablo Mir, Pablo Mir, Pablo Mir, Elena Perez-Hernandez, Cristina Nombela Otero

“…This study provides empirical support for the implementation of domain-based cognitive assessments, structured in line with Movement Disorder Society recommendations, to provide a multidimensional evaluation of cognitive profiles in PD patients.MethodsNeuropsychological and clinical data were analyzed from 316 PD patients recruited from three Spanish hospitals—Hospital Clínico San Carlos (Madrid), the University Complejo Universitario de Santiago de Compostela (Galicia), and Hospital Virgen del Rocío (Sevilla)— and a control group of 96 older individuals, whose age difference from the PD group was statistically significant. …”
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Close - up imaging of Oxia Planum analogue samples under different illumination conditions: preparing for the ExoMars rover mission by Gabriela Ligeza, Tomaso R. R. Bontognali, Tomaso R. R. Bontognali, Lucile Fayon, Axel Bouquety, Beda Hofmann, Beda Hofmann, Jean-Luc Josset, Nikolaus J. Kuhn

“…Thereby, they support the exploration strategy for CLUPI and will help the science team in the decision-making process and data interpretation during the prime mission on Mars.…”
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Building Resilient and Responsive Health Research Systems:Responses and the Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic by Mark Embrett, Andrea Carson, Meaghan Sim, Aislinn Conway, Emily Moore, Kristy Hancock, Iwona Bielska

“…Clear and streamlined governance structures were essential for coordinated efforts across various entities, facilitating swift decision-making and resource allocation. …”
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Weberian versus Pluralistic Legal Forces in the Global Political Economy by Volkmar Gessner

“… This picture supports a view that modernization processes lead naturally to legal structures similar to what can be observed in Western societies and that also global structures will emerge on the same model. …”
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Creating a sense of place when implementing a new emergency department in Denmark: a qualitative study by Jeanette Wassar Kirk, Per Nilsen, Ove Andersen, Nina Thórný Stefánsdóttir, Mette Bendtz Lindstrøm, Byron J. Powell, Tine Tjørnhøj-Thomsen

“…A total of 53 participants, including managers, nurses, and physicians from 12 specialized departments, were purposively selected. Data were collected through ethnographic field notes (750 single-spaced pages) and semi-structured interviews averaging 39 min. …”
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Factors influencing provider deviation from national HIV and nutritional guidelines for HIV-exposed children in western Kenya: a qualitative study by Megan M. Coe, Emily Yoshioka, Damaris Odhiambo, Mary Masheti, Phlona Amam, Julius Nyaoke, Emmanuel Oduor, Marline Serede, Agnes Ndirangu, Benson Singa, Arianna Rubin Means

“…Data collection and analysis were guided by the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). …”
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Exploring Hospital Healthcare Providers’ Approaches to Multidisciplinary Initiatives and Complex Care Collaboration: A Qualitative Study by Aagaard M, Stage AK, Boje Møller T, Pedersen SB, Pedersen CG

“…Purposive sampling was utilised, with data consisting of 22 semi-structured, face-to-face individual and two focus group interviews with nurses, junior physicians, and physicians at Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark.Results: Three main themes emerged: Wide Support and Need for Multidisciplinary Collaboration; Existing Collaboration Between Clinics – and Their Limitations; and Introducing a Collaborative Initiative: the Intervention. …”
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Leveraging intermediaries’ skillsets to build implementation research and practice infrastructure: a qualitative case study by Stephanie P. Brooks, Cody Alba, Stephanie Montesanti, Denise Thomson, Sara N. Davison, Kathryn Graham, Kate Storey

“…Methods We conducted a longitudinal case study (2018–2021) of the Implementation Science Collaborative using document analysis and semi-structured interviews. We collected data from initiative planning and operations documents (n = 190) and semi-structured interviews with Implementation Science Collaborative members (n = 6). …”
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Planning a Systematic Way Out of Commodity Smuggling with Integrated Marketing Communications Management Approach (Case Study: Covid-19 Outbreak Crisis) by Hamed Riahi, Naser Azad, Tahmores Hasangholipor yasory, Kiamars Fathi Hafshejani

“…Therefore, planning a systematic way out of commodity smuggling with the integrated marketing communication management approach (case study: Covid-19  outbreak crisis) was proposed for the first time.The present exploratory research was presented through semi-structured interviews of 12 experts and using the database theory and the Delphi method, conceptual model and appropriate theory, extracting 18 categories and 82 sub-components, content validity (0.71), retest reliability (77%), and reliability two coders (65%) were evaluated favorably and practical suggestions were presented by documenting organizational knowledge.It seems that in the crisis of the Covid-19 outbreak, planning through the management of integrated marketing communications can be used to prevent and get out of the situation of smuggling of goods towards the health of the business environment and economic development.Therefore, planning a systematic way out of commodity smuggling with the integrated marketing communication management approach (case study: Corona outbreak crisis) was proposed for the first time.The present exploratory research was presented through semi-structured interviews of 12 experts and using the data base theory and the Delphi method, conceptual model and appropriate theory, while extracting 18 categories and 82 sub-components, content validity (0.71), retest reliability (77%) and reliability Two coders (65%) were evaluated favorably and practical suggestions were presented by documenting organizational knowledge.Among the categories, "supporting legal trade while modifying and completing the business model" and "supporting production while modifying and completing the production and employment model" had the highest frequency. …”
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Componentes bioactivos y propiedades inmunofarmacológicas de un extracto hidrosoluble crudo del micelio de Pleurotus spp by Humberto Joaquin Morris Quevedo, Miguel Alcántara Vila, Gabriel Llaurado Maury, Yamila Lebeque, Roberto Fontaine Álvarez

“…The phytochemical and spectroscopic analysis demonstrated the existence of such structures β-D-glucan and the presence of metabolites with immunomodulating activity as flavonoids, tannins and phenols. …”
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Integrating internationally qualified nurses: a qualitative exploration of nurse managers’ influence from nurses’ experiences by Catharina Roth, Amanda Breckner, Katja Krug, Cornelia Mahler, Michel Wensing, Sarah Berger

“…Transcripts were coded according to Qualitative Content Analysis with data structured into themes and subthemes. Results Five key themes related to impact of nursing management on workplace integration were identified: (a) Appropriate Placement, (b) Recruitment Process, (c) Leadership Support, (d) Workforce Shortage, and (e) Additional Burden/ Increased Workload. …”
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Ebbs and Flows of Marine Biodiversity: Navigating Spatiotemporal Patterns of Environmental DNA in a Coastal Tidal Ecosystem by Michelle Scriver, Ulla vonAmmon, Xavier Pochon, Martin Zirngibl, Francois Audrezet, Kaeden Leonard, Kylie Pedersen, Nick Bamford, Ngairo Tahere, Jo‐Ann L. Stanton, Neil J. Gemmell, Anastasija Zaiko

“…The results indicated slightly higher NIS detection from artificial structures at the shore stations and within 2 h of low tide. …”
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Changing patterns of Oral & Maxillofacial injuries before and during COVID-19 pandemic: A retrospective study by Ramakrishna Shenoi, Jignesh Rajguru, Simran Sangani, Vrinda Kolte, Ishani Bhave, Jui Karmarkar, Nimish Situt, Mayank Gajbhiye

“…Introduction: Oral and maxillofacial injuries can be defined as injuries involving soft and hard tissue structures of the facial region and oral cavity, including the teeth and vital structures of the head and neck area as a result of trauma. …”
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Performance indicators on long-term care for older people in 43 high- and middle-income countries: literature review, web search and expert consultation by Mircha Poldrugovac, Joost D. Wammes, Véronique L. L. C. Bos, Erica Barbazza, Damir Ivanković, Hanneke Merten, Janet L. MacNeil Vroomen, Niek S. Klazinga, Dionne S. Kringos

“…The most frequently monitored structures, processes, and results were pressure ulcers, falls, use of restraints and pain management. …”
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Fatal landslides in Kencho, Shacha & Gozdi villages, Gofa zone, Ethiopia: A detailed investigation (Geological, Geotechnical, geophysical & geospatial) of the July 22, 2024... by Leulalem Shano, Bisirat Gisila, Wondwosen Jerene, Desta Ekaso, Tigabu Baye, Tariku Degife, Geberemedin Chameno, Zeleke Dosa, Muralitharan Jothimani

“…The conditioning factors selected for landslide susceptibility modeling are lithology, geological structures, groundwater, slope, land use or land cover, aspect, curvature, and elevation. …”
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Need for nurses’ education on pressure ulcer prevention in bedridden patients at the General Reference Hospital, Kinshasa, DRC by Jean-Paul DIWOTO DOWO, Nsopa Emilie Kulembidila, Tshimbila Franck Kabambi, Lumonansoni Benjamin Lumbanziladio, Mademvo Oscar Ngoma, Ntela Simon-Decap Mabakutuvangilanga, Jiwe Jean-Pierre Amuli

“…Methods A qualitative descriptive approach was adopted. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with six ICU nurses selected via purposive sampling to ensure relevant experience with bedridden patients. …”
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Organizational interventions and strategies for COVID-19 pandemic management in acute care setting: A qualitative interview study with nurse leaders in German hospitals by Maria Zink, Johannes Wendsche, Steffi G. Riedel-Heller, Franziska Jung, Marlen Melzer

“…Participants: The study included 30 nurse leaders from nine different hospitals, representing a diverse sample in terms of hospital characteristics (ownership, hospital size, regional distribution, and level of care) and participant demographics. Methods: Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, transcribed, and analyzed using qualitative content analysis in MAXQDA. …”
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