Age-related shifts in central adiposity and metabolic health in adult males of Delhi: observations and implications for physical activity by Kanaan Ibrahim Nawfal, Sandhya Tiwari, Sandeep Tiwari, Mir Ahsan Ul Haq

“…Metrics like waist-to-hip and waist-to-height ratios are effective indicators of metabolic risks, underscoring the role of structured, evidence-based exercise programs in promoting healthy aging and reducing cardiometabolic risks.…”
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A qualitative exploratory study of UK first-time fathers’ experiences, mental health and wellbeing needs during their transition to fatherhood by Jane Sandall, Sharin Baldwin, Mary Malone, Debra Bick

“…Objectives To develop an understanding of men’s experiences of first-time fatherhood, their mental health and wellbeing needs.Design A qualitative study using semi-structured interviews. Data were analysed using framework analysis.Setting Two large National Health Service integrated care trusts covering four London (UK) local authority boroughs.Participants First-time fathers with children under 12 months of age were included. …”
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Transformational leadership and innovative work behavior: The sequential mediating role of knowledge sharing and creative self-efficacy by Ni Nyoman Suliati, Noermijati, Achmad Sudiro, Desi Tri Kurniawati

“…This study surveyed 377 hotel employees, selected using the Krejcie and Morgan (1970) formula. Data collected from December 2024 to February 2025 were analyzed using structural equation modeling with a partial least squares approach. …”
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Blending Nature with Technology: Integrating NBSs with RESs to Foster Carbon-Neutral Cities by Anastasia Panori, Nicos Komninos, Dionysis Latinopoulos, Ilektra Papadaki, Elisavet Gkitsa, Paraskevi Tarani

“…This study develops a comprehensive, well-structured framework for integrating NBSs and RESs, drawing on principles of urban planning and energy systems to address the area’s specific spatial and ecological characteristics. …”
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Gender equality in caregiver attendance for children with chronic diseases: a Swedish longitudinal observational study by Henrik Imberg, Marcus Svedberg, Linda Mark, Viktoria Mellqvist, Jens Michelsen, Kristel Björkman, Niklas Johansson

“…Future interventions should explore structural strategies to enhance gender equality in caregiver attendance.…”
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Technical efficiency of rice production in terai district of Nepal by Sanjiv Subedi, Yuga Nath Ghimire, Meena Kharel, Surya Prasad Adhikari, Jiban Shrestha, Bibek Kiran Sapkota

“…The primary information was collected from 100 rice growing farmers, randomly selected from the sampling frame, using the pre-tested semi-structured interview schedule. Also, two Key Informant Surveys were done. …”

Statistical Accounting as a Digital Measure of the Development of the Region's Adaptation Potential Under Sanctions by N. D. Kremlev

“…The materials and methods of the research are the application of official data of the Federal State Statistics Service using economic and statistical analysis methods, structural and dynamic analysis of indicators, as well as methods of theoretical research in the form of generalization, comparison, aggregation and special analytical procedures.According to the results of the review of theoretical approaches, it is concluded that the adaptive potential can be described as a complex object of research. …”
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Older Adults' Experiences and Expectations of Doctor–Patient Interactions During Early Hospital Care by George Wells, Kate White, Vasi Naganathan, Natalie Ambrose, Janani Thillainadesan

“…Methods This was a qualitative study. Semi‐structured interviews were conducted at a major teaching hospital in Sydney, Australia with adult inpatients who were > 75 years old, admitted from the Emergency Department, and had multimorbidity, polypharmacy or frailty. …”
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Person-centred ostomy care: a qualitative study of patients’ experiences with routine use of a clinical feedback system during consultations by Lill Anette Juvik, John Roger Andersen, Kirsten Lerum Indrebø, Anne Marie Sandvoll

“…Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. …”
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Effects of Home-Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation on Dyspnea, Exercise Capacity, Quality of Life and Impact of the Disease in COPD Patients: A Systematic Review by Diêgo Mendes Xavier, Endi Lanza Galvão, Alenice Aliane Fonseca, Glaciele Maria de Souza, Vanessa Pereira Lima

“…The objective was to systematically compare a structured program with HBPR or a control group for participants with COPD. …”
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Real-Time Estimation Method of P-Wave Slowness Based on Kalman Filtering and STC by SUN Hao, CHEN Wenhui, SUN Xuekai, YU Weidong, LI Siyi, ZHAO Peng

“…By analyzing the variation characteristics of acoustic wave propagation speeds in different rock formations, the physical properties and structural features of subsurface strata can be effectively inferred. …”
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Assessment of Lassa fever reporting among healthcare workers in a Southwest state, Nigeria by Adewale Moses Adejugbagbe, David Dele Sunday, Ayokunle Oluwafiyifunmi Orimolade, Olawumi Feyisike Johnson, Stephen Fagbemi, Elvis Efe Isere, Aderonke Fagbemi

“…Data were analysed using frequency, proportions, the Chi-Square test and binary logistic regression with statistically significance set at p < 0.005. …”
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Effect of Web Causation Epidemiological Model on Preventive Behaviors of Diabetic Females with Genitourinary Tract Infection by Shaimaa A. E. Hemida, Seham G. Ragheb, Hemat A. El Sayied, Hala M. Mohamed

“…A quasi-experimental research design was selected. Data were collected using a structured interviewing questionnaire and preventive practice checklists to assess the knowledge and practices of the diabetic female. …”
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Parental singing during kangaroo care: parents' experiences of singing to their preterm infant in the NICU by Pernilla Hugoson, Friederike Barbara Haslbeck, Ulrika Ådén, Ulrika Ådén, Ulrika Ådén, Louise Eulau, Louise Eulau

“…This qualitative follow-up study explores these findings through the lens of Antonovsky's Sense of Coherence (SOC) model.MethodSemi-structured interviews were conducted with 28 families (20 intervention group, eight control group) at their infant's 5-month corrected age. …”
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Identification of immune and viral correlates of norovirus protective immunity through comparative study of intra-cluster norovirus strains. by Shu Zhu, Doron Regev, Makiko Watanabe, Danielle Hickman, Nissin Moussatche, Desyree Murta Jesus, Shannon M Kahan, Sawsan Napthine, Ian Brierley, Robert N Hunter, Divya Devabhaktuni, Melissa K Jones, Stephanie M Karst

“…Whether or not primary norovirus infections induce protective immunity has become a controversial issue, potentially confounded by the comparison of data from genetically distinct norovirus strains. …”
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Academic formation and permanent education: influences on leadership styles of nurses Formação acadêmica e educação permanente: influências nos estilos de liderança de enfermeiros... by Karen Cristina Kades Andrigue, Leticia de Lima Trindade, Simone Coelho Amestoy

“…Six nurses from the hospital network of Chapecó, Santa Catarina, participated in this study and typified different leadership styles. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed according to Thematic Analysis. …”
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Determinants of Inflation in Pakistan: A Comprehensive Analysis of Macroeconomic Variables (1991–2022) by I. Ali, S. V. Kumar, V. D. Gusev

“…Despite its comprehensive analysis, the study identifies gaps such as the need for further exploration of structural breaks and non-linear effects in inflation dynamics, and the impact of external factors like global oil prices. …”
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Waterbody type dependence of the spatial distribution of macroinvertebrate communities in temperate China by Yujie Si, Junxia Wang, Junxia Wang, Hongxiang Li, Haonan Li, Ping He, Lei Jin, Cunqi Liu

“…Additionally, macroinvertebrate taxa formed ecologically and taxonomically distinct groups, potentially structured by both deterministic and stochastic processes. …”
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Exploring the Role of Psychosocial Factors in Medication Compliance among Gonorrhea Patients by Tangge Maler, Sintiya Hamdi, Putranto Manalu, Ermi Girsang, Suhartina

“…Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 74 participants. Data were collected through structured questionnaires assessing five variables: knowledge of gonorrhea, family support, perceived stigma, self-efficacy, and treatment adherence. …”
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Characterization of Benitaka Grape Pomace (<i>Vitis vinifera</i> L.): An Analysis of Its Properties for Future Biorefinery Applications by Luiz Eduardo Nochi Castro, Tiago Linhares Cruz Tabosa Barroso, Vanessa Cosme Ferreira, Tânia Forster Carneiro

“…The analysis covers a range of physical, chemical, and structural characteristics, including the composition of proteins, moisture, lipids, ash, sugars, fiber fractions (such as neutral-detergent fiber, cellulose, lignin, and hemicellulose), pH, acidity, gross energy, as well as bioactive compounds such as total phenolics, flavonoids, anthocyanins, and antioxidant capacity. …”
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