A systems perspective on gaps in the person-centered sick leave and rehabilitation process: a Swedish interview study by Märit Löfgren, Karin Törnbom, Daniel Gyllenhammar, Lena Nordeman, Gun Rembeck, Cecilia Björkelund, Irene Svenningsson, Dominique Hange

“…Background Consensus on priorities to optimize the sick leave and rehabilitation process (SRP) is lacking.Objective To explore perspectives of stakeholders in the SRP on bridging the gap between desired process scope, and actual practice, from a multi-professional, multi-organizational, and interdisciplinary approach.Design and setting Focus group interviews were conducted with various SRP frontline professionals in Region Västra Götaland, Sweden, using purposive sampling to capture a range of experiences. …”
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A Crossover Adjustment Method Considering the Beam Incident Angle for a Multibeam Bathymetric Survey Based on USV Swarms by Qiang Yuan, Weiming Xu, Shaohua Jin, Tong Sun

“…To address the challenges of systematic error superposition and edge beam error propagation in multibeam bathymetry surveying, this study proposes a novel error adjustment method integrating crossover error density clustering and beam incident angle (BIA) compensation. …”
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Department of a University and Social Sphere of the Region by O. E. Shapovalova, N. V. Shklyar

“…The leading method of research is a systematic analysis of the main activities of the Department of correctional pedagogy, psychology and speech therapy, staffed by highly qualified specialists. …”
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Evaluation of the effect of the introduction of a hypertension club on the management of hypertension at a community health centre in the Cape Town Metropole by Nevilene Slingers, Pierre J.T. de Villiers

“…A systematic review of interventions used to improve the management of hypertension in primary care showed that effective delivery of hypertensive care requires a systematic approach in the community. …”
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A pregnant patient with fetal distress with severe post burn contracture of anterior trunk and perineum: A surgeon’s nightmare! by Madhubari Vathulya, Meenakshi Joshi

“…This case interestingly reinforces that in such complicated cases a systematic and a combined multi-speciality approach still holds the key to patient’s treatment even in district hospitals.…”
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A Novel Framework for Real ICMOS Image Denoising: LD-NGN Noise Modeling and a MAST-Net Denoising Network by Yifu Luo, Ting Zhang, Ruizhi Li, Bin Zhang, Nan Jia, Liping Fu

“…To address the issues of insufficient denoising performance and poor model generalization in ICMOS image denoising, this paper proposes a systematic solution. First, we established an experimental platform to collect real ICMOS images and introduced a novel noise generation network (LD-NGN) that accurately simulates the strong sparsity and spatial clustering of ICMOS noise, generating a multi-scene paired dataset. …”
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Beetroot Juice as a Natural Ergogenic Supplement: A Literature Review of Its Effects on Physical Performance and Training Adaptation by Julia Głowacz, Michal Popiel, Kamil Dziekoński, Jakub Rybowski, Sylwia Krzyśkowska, Aneta Redner, Iga Kwiecień, Patrycja Zwierzchlewska, Bartosz Rusin, Dominik Stanibuła, Kacper Buczek

“…It explores the mechanisms through which nitrates in beetroot juice enhance performance and investigates potential limitations of long-term supplementation. Methodology: A systematic review of scientific articles was conducted, focusing on studies related to the ergogenic effects of beetroot juice. …”
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A Reappraisal of Lymphadenectomy in Common Gynecological Cancers by Nassir Habib, Graziella Moufawad, Jad Hayek, Francoise Futcher, Vito Chiantera, Ramon Rovira Negre, Rajesh Devassy, Gabriele Centini, Liliana Mereu

“…However, its incidence of complications, namely lymphedema, vascular injuries and other lesions, has led to a reconsideration of its efficacy and a comparison of the role of systematic vs. sentinel lymph node (SLN) dissection. …”
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A Numerical Study of the Sealing and Interstage Pressure Drop Characteristics of a Four-Tooth Three-Stage Brush Combination Seal by Chao Gu, Yingqun Ma, Wei Zhao, Xiuming Sui, Bin Hu, Qingjun Zhao

“…These findings establish a dampened dissipation-based theoretical framework for designing high-performance multistage brush seals in aerospace applications, providing critical insights for achieving an optimal balance between leakage control and pressure equalization in extreme-pressure environments.…”
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Analysis of strawberry drying behavior under a solar chimney collector using a full factorial method by Ali Serkan Avcı, Aytaç Çetinbaş, Hakan Karakaya

“…In this study, the drying behavior of Albion strawberries was systematically evaluated in a medium-scale solar chimney power plant (SCPP) using a full factorial experimental design. …”
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A Biomechanical Evaluation of a Novel Interspinous Process Device: In Vitro Flexibility Assessment and Finite Element Analysis by Hangkai Shen, Chuanguang Ju, Tao Gao, Jia Zhu, Weiqiang Liu

“…Nevertheless, limited research exists regarding mechanical failure modes including device failure and spinous process fracture. This study developed a novel IPD (IPD-NEW) and systematically evaluated its biomechanical characteristics through finite element (FE) analysis and in vitro cadaveric biomechanical testing. …”
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A Study of the Effect of Temperature on the Capacitance Characteristics of a Metal-<i>μ</i>hemisphere Resonant Gyroscope by Xiangxian Yao, Hui Zhao, Zhong Su, Xibing Gu, Sirui Chu

“…The results show that the M-<inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mi>μ</mi></semantics></math></inline-formula>HRG has good capacitance stability in the mid-temperature range, but its dynamic performance is significantly affected at extreme temperatures. This study provides a theoretical reference for the optimal design of M-<inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mi>μ</mi></semantics></math></inline-formula>HRGs in high- and low-temperature environments.…”
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Numerical Solution to the Problem of Thermal Conductivity in a Porous Plate with a Topology of Triply Periodic Minimal Surfaces by K. V. Gubareva, A. V. Eremin

“…Since these materials have unique structural and functional characteristics, understanding the relationship between their geometry and thermal parameters plays a key role in optimizing their use. Despite the considerable attention paid to the problem, the study of the relationship between the geometry of porous structures and their thermal characteristics remains incomplete. …”
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Prioritizing orthopaedic evidence uncertainties: expert consensus based on a modified DELPHI study and a focus group by Annabelle R. Iken, Maaike G. J. Gademan, Barbara A. M. Snoeker, Thea P. M. Vliet Vlieland, Rudolf W. Poolman, Advisory Board members of the Dutch Orthopedic Association’s third Health Research Agenda working group

“…Methods: We employed a novel, structured framework to develop a HRA. …”
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Structural barriers and facilitators to accessing postsurgical rehabilitation in adults who were treated with surgery for low back pain: protocol for a scoping review by Jessica J. Wong, Jen Rinaldi, Paulo Pereira, Silvano Mior, Lauren Ead, Alanna Veitch, Kent Murnaghan, Pierre Côté

“…A proportion of patients with LBP undergo surgery and require postsurgical rehabilitation to optimize functioning. …”
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A hybrid CFD and machine learning study of energy performance of photovoltaic systems with a porous collector: Model development and validation by Yinling Wang, Lei Yu, Mazhar Ali, Imran Ali Khan, Tahir Maqsood, Haining Gao, Qi Wang, Xiaolei Guo

“…Hyperparameter optimization process in this study uses the Water Cycle Algorithm (WCA), a metaheuristic method inspired by natural processes. …”
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Applications of artificial intelligence and the challenges in health technology assessment: a scoping review and framework with a focus on economic dimensions by Maryam Ramezani, Ahad Bakhtiari, Rajabali Daroudi, Mohammadreza Mobinizadeh, Ali Akbar Fazaeli, Alireza Olyaeemanesh, Hamid R. Rabiee, Maryam Ramezani, Hakimeh Mostafavi, Saharnaz Sazgarnejad, Sanaz Bordbar, Amirhossein Takian

“…Methods This study adopted Arksey and O’Malley’s scoping review framework and conducted a systematic search in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. …”
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Theater testing a sexual and reproductive health program for Latina teens and their female caregivers: a mixed methods study by Katherine G. Merrill, Jacqueline Silva, Jaime Atadero, Ivy Lee Hung, Susana Salgado, Jennifer K. Cano, Veronica Nabor, Angela Sedeño, Sara Vargas, Gisel Romero, Carol Perez, Jamison Merrill, Jeff DeCelles, Jacqueline Fuentes, Kate Florence, Laura Rodriguez, Corin Mora, Ana A. Baumann, Kate Guastaferro, Geri R. Donenberg

“…Abstract Background Floreciendo is a sexual and reproductive health program for Latina teens (14–18 years) and their female caregivers adapted from the evidence-based IMARA intervention. …”
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A protocol for developing, disseminating, and implementing a core outcome set for caesarean scar ectopic pregnancy research: COSCAR by Simrit Nijjar, Cecilia Bottomley, Munira Oza, Ilan E. Timor-Tritsch, Andrea Kaelin Agten, Francesco D’Antonio, Krystle Y. Chong, Lan N. Vuong, Jin Li, Rosanna Acklom, Ben W. Mol, Davor Jurkovic, the International Collaboration COSCAR

“…A long list of potential outcomes will be identified from a systematic literature review and by interviewing people with a lived experience of CSEP. …”
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A comprehensive review and analysis of technology performance characteristics of lithium-ion battery cell manufacturing: Introducing a Call-for-Innovation-Heatmap by Oliver Krätzig, Florian Degen

“…Thus, we aim at developing comprehensive process overview specifications for state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery cell production by applying a systematic, methodical approach as well as to derive critical problems and opportunities for targeted innovations application. …”
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