Community-Engaged Research in Teaching Research Methods by Mieko Yamada

“…The goal of the course was to engage students in research on a transitional housing program for homeless veterans and develop their understanding of veteran homelessness. While students learned the basic concepts, theoretical paradigms, and methods of qualitative research from assigned readings, class lectures, and discussions, they engaged in research activities such as data collection, analysis, and dissemination in real world settings. …”
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Using Program Theory to Evaluate a Graduate College Student Development Program by Shannon Guss, Ashley Keener, Chelsea E. Bullard, Sarah Gordon

“…Setting: Institution of Higher Education Intervention: 3 Minute Presentation competition Research Design:  Mixed-method program-theory evaluation Data Collection and Analysis: Direct observations and closed-ended survey analyzed through qualitative coding, descriptive statistics, group comparisons, and correlation analysis. …”
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Navigating agency and professionalism in translation and interpreting: A community of practice of coordinators for international relations in Japan by Shane Forde, Patrick Cadwell, Ryoko Sasamoto

“…Forum-mediated communications were observed using a netnographic approach, and thematic analysis was conducted to examine the data gathered. …”
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Exploring the failure factors of blockchain adopting projects: a case study of tradelens through the lens of commons theory by Issam Najati

“…To be successful, blockchain projects must adopt a holistic approach, with transparent governance, encourage collaboration, guarantee interoperability and invest in data security. By incorporating these recommendations and the lessons learned from past failures, future blockchain projects can improve their chances of success and make a positive contribution to the transformation of industries.…”
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Intelligent CSI feedback method for fast time-varying FDD massive MIMO system by Yong LIAO, Shuai WANG, Ning SUN

“…In the frequency division duplexing (FDD) massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) system, the channel state information (CSI) matrix existed noise caused by the wireless channel interference and the time correlation caused by Doppler shift.Because of these effects, the communication system couldn’t guarantee the requirements of reliability and low delay.An intelligent CSI feedback method was adopted.The convolutional neural network (CNN) and batch normalization (BN) network was used to extract the noise in the CSI matrix and learned the spatial structure of the channel.The time correlation between the CSI matrices through the attention mechanism was extracted to improve the accuracy of CSI reconstruction.The data was generated by the standard fast time-varying channel model simulation to train the network offline.System simulation and analysis show that the proposed method can effectively suppress the influence of noise and extract the time correlation caused by Doppler.Compared with the traditional CSI compression feedback algorithm and CsiNet algorithm, the proposed method has better NMSE and cosine similarity performance.…”
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Intelligent CSI feedback method for fast time-varying FDD massive MIMO system by Yong LIAO, Shuai WANG, Ning SUN

“…In the frequency division duplexing (FDD) massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) system, the channel state information (CSI) matrix existed noise caused by the wireless channel interference and the time correlation caused by Doppler shift.Because of these effects, the communication system couldn’t guarantee the requirements of reliability and low delay.An intelligent CSI feedback method was adopted.The convolutional neural network (CNN) and batch normalization (BN) network was used to extract the noise in the CSI matrix and learned the spatial structure of the channel.The time correlation between the CSI matrices through the attention mechanism was extracted to improve the accuracy of CSI reconstruction.The data was generated by the standard fast time-varying channel model simulation to train the network offline.System simulation and analysis show that the proposed method can effectively suppress the influence of noise and extract the time correlation caused by Doppler.Compared with the traditional CSI compression feedback algorithm and CsiNet algorithm, the proposed method has better NMSE and cosine similarity performance.…”
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Establishment of a clinical helpline for mpox: comparison of the 2022 and 2024 experience in the UK by Dr Helen Callaby, Dr Jane Osborne, Dr Catherine F Houlihan, Dr Tommy Rampling, Dr Amy Belfield, Dr Clare Warrell, Dr Christina Petridou, Dr Matthew Donati, Dr Nicola C Gordon

“…Discussion: There was a clear need to provide support and information for frontline clinicians early in the 2022 outbreak: this was addressed by the establishment of a dedicated helpline. Data from the calls, including age, gender and exposure history, provided early insights into the epidemiology and transmission of this mpox lineage, ahead of the analysis of confirmed cases. …”
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Participant engagement in a national longitudinal study of COVID-19: Insights from the INSPIRE study. by Kris Pui Kwan Ma, Tracy Stober, Michael Gottlieb, Rachel E Geyer, Kristin Rising, Sharon Saydah, Michelle Santangelo, Kristyn Gatling, Dylan Grau, Ralph C Wang, Juan Carlos Montoy, Ahamed Idris, Samuel MacDonald, Mandy J Hill, Ryan Huebinger, Maria G Prado, Nicole L Gentile, Erica Spatz, Caitlin Maliki, Jocelyn Dorney, Joann G Elmore, Michelle L'Hommedieu, Robert A Weinstein, Arjun K Venkatesh, Kari A Stephens, INSPIRE Group

“…We used an inductive content analysis approach to analyze the data.<h4>Results</h4>We identified five key themes from the analysis, which reflected participants' a) motivations to join the study, b) study benefits, c) perceptions of survey questions, d) experiences with the research process, and e) preferences for disseminating research findings. …”
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Tanzania's first Marburg Viral Disease outbreak response: Describing the roles of FELTP graduates and residents. by Ally Kassim Hussein, Rogath Saika Kishimba, Azma Ayoub Simba, Loveness John Urio, Nsiande Andrew Lema, Vida Makundi Mmbaga, Beatrice Kemilembe Mutayoba, Nelson Edwin Malugu, Devotha Leonard, Joseph Hokororo, Maria Ezekiely Kelly, Albert Paschal, Danstan Ngenzi, James Andrew Hellar, George Cosmas Kauki, Grace Elizabeth Saguti, Zabulon Yoti, Kokuhabwa Irene Mukurasi, Marcelina Mponela, George S Mgomella, Wangeci Gatei, Issesanda Kaniki, Mahesh Swaminathan, Elias Masau Kwesi, Tumaini Joseph Nagu

“…We performed a secondary data analysis using a range of documents, such as rosters of deployed responders and the TFELTP graduate and resident database, to count and describe them. …”
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Evaluation of an in-service training program on "Armenian claims" according to Eisner's educational expertise/criticism model by Nejla Günay, Serpil Asar

“…A semi-structured interview form about Armenian claims was administered to selected history and social sciences department head teachers after they participated in the in-service education program. The data obtained were subjected to content analysis using the MAXQDA 2022 package program and were then evaluated thematically. …”
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Guarantee, Promotion and Ideas of Omnibus Law on Health in Indonesia Compared to Singapore and Taiwan by Sudaryat Sudaryat

“…The results of the comparison and analysis will be used as lessons learned and input for improving health policies in Indonesia in the future. …”
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Cortical Adaptation Dynamics in Human-Exoskeleton Interaction Using Multi-Model AMICA by Jasim Naeem, Seongmi Song, Michael Nonte, Courtney A. Haynes, J. Cortney Bradford

“…The human-machine interface is a crucial component of exoskeleton design, and understanding how the human nervous system adapts to and learns to coordinate with wearable robotic systems is essential for optimizing assistive device functionality. …”
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An Integrated Framework for Implementing Safety-I and Safety-II Principles in Aviation Safety Management by Hyun Woo No, Woo Chang Cha

“…Data collection utilized internal safety reports, official investigation reports, and reconstructed operational scenarios. …”
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Development and validation of a questionnaire for collaborative problem solving in students by Hamed Nikbakht, Hadi Ghazizadeh

“…The form and content validity of the questionnaire was checked and confirmed by 5 experts in the field of psychology and its reliability using Cronbach's alpha method and confirmatory factor analysis. Data were analyzed using SPSS-26, LISREL and SmartPLS software.Cronbach's alpha coefficient of the questionnaire was calculated as 0.96. …”
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Exploring the impacts of academic writing instruction on the use of academic writing norms and conventions: A qualitative study by Canan Aksakallı

“…After the instruction, data were obtained by interviewing the participants. …”
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iSupport for rare dementias: a mixed-methods non-randomised feasibility study of an online self-help programme for carers by Bethan Naunton Morgan, Gill Windle, Carolien Lamers, in collaboration with the Rare Dementia Support (RDS) Impact project research team

“…Technical difficulties meant the data from Blackboard Learn were not obtained. The NoMAD total score (3.5) indicated iSupport RDC was acceptable. …”
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Exploring voluntary sector specialist services for victim-survivors of sexual violence in England: the PROSPER co-production study by Caroline Bradbury-Jones, Sarah Damery, Kirsten Fruin, Clare Gunby, Jenny Harlock, Lucy Hebberts, Louise Isham, Anne-Marie Jones, Fay Maxted, Amelia Mighty, Priti Parmar, Laura Patterson, Jason Schaub, Fee Scott, Harriet Smailes, Debs Smith, Julie Taylor

“…Limitations The COVID-19 pandemic meant that we were unable to use the proposed methods of data collection for the qualitative components. Mitigation was through developing online modes of data collection. …”
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Solving area-based problems through intellectual empowerment: a model for developing village health volunteers’ and public health officials’ competencies in producing academic work... by Kittiporn Nawsuwan, Noppcha Singweratham, Natthawut Suriya, Roshinee Oupra

“…The study followed the steps of action research. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Wilcoxon signed-rank test statistics, content analysis, and thematic analysis. …”
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Serotonin 5-HT2A receptor expression is chronically decreased in the anterior cerebral cortex of male rats following repetitive low-level blast exposure by Rita De Gasperi, Rita De Gasperi, Georgina Perez Garcia, Georgina Perez Garcia, Miguel A. Gama Sosa, Miguel A. Gama Sosa, Gissel M. Perez, Rania Abutarboush, Rania Abutarboush, Usmah Kawoos, Usmah Kawoos, Patrick R. Hof, Patrick R. Hof, Patrick R. Hof, Carolyn W. Zhu, Carolyn W. Zhu, Carolyn W. Zhu, Stephen T. Ahlers, Gregory A. Elder, Gregory A. Elder, Gregory A. Elder, Gregory A. Elder

“…The aim of this study was to determine whether 5-HT2AR levels are altered by blast exposure.Methods5-HT2AR expression was examined by Western blot in 7 cohorts of rats exposed to low level repetitive blast collected from 2 weeks to 12 months after blast exposure. The analysis included three brain regions (anterior cerebral cortex, hippocampus and amygdala) that were chosen based on being relevant to fear learning and the biological basis of PTSD. …”
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Reverse-sequence endoscopic versus conventional open nipple-sparing mastectomy with implant-based breast reconstruction: a single-center prospective cohort study (RECO study) by Tianyuan Li, Qing Zhang, Yanyan Xie, Huanzuo Yang, Kawun Chung, Hui Dai, Xiaoman Cao, Zhenggui Du

“…However, traditional minimal-access NSM is time-consuming, costly, and has a steep learning curve, hindering its widespread adoption. …”
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