Relative age effects and player pathways in international ice hockey: a longitudinal multi-cohort analysis by Jean Lemoyne, Vladislav A. Bespomoshchnov, Vladislav A. Bespomoshchnov, Mika Saarinen

“…Some nation-specific differences were observed.DiscussionThis provides further support for the stakeholders of ice hockey association looking to enhance their national team selection processes and discover structuring pathways that offer development opportunities for all groups of players.…”
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From classroom to clinic: a qualitative study of gendered experiences among nursing students and educators in Türkiye by Sevim Şen Olgay, Begüm Kırık, Esra Uğur, Hediye Arslan Özkan

“…Methods A qualitative descriptive design was employed, using semi-structured individual interviews with 14 nursing students and 15 educators. …”
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Oral Health Status, Oral Hygiene Practices, and Factors Affecting Dental Treatment Utilization among Pregnant Women in Dubai by Sosham John, Hamda Sultan AlMesmar

“…Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using data from anonymous structured questionnaires filled by 1,450 pregnant women attending primary health centers across different geographical locations in Dubai. …”
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Progress, impacts and lessons from market shaping in the past decade: a systematic review by Wenhui Mao, Katharine Olson, Elina Urli Hodges, Krishna Udayakumar

“…We conducted a systematic review using a structured searching strategy across five academic databases and key actors' websites for gray and white literature published in English since 2012. …”
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Factors influencing risky sexual behaviour among rural South African high school girls by Shumani Mulaudzi, Muhammad Hoque

“…Methods A cross-sectional survey of 306 high school girls (grades 10–12) from five rural schools was conducted. Data were collected using structured questionnaires. …”
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A participatory approach to determine the use of road cut slope design guidelines in Nepal to lessen landslides by E. B. Robson, B. K. Dahal, D. G. Toll

“…We organized a 1 <span class="inline-formula">d</span> workshop with 34 participants, conducted 6 semi-structured interviews and 5 unstructured interviews, facilitated two 1 h focus groups, and distributed 19 questionnaires. …”
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Determination of Employees' Attitudes Concerning Contributing Factors and Early Detection for Prostate Cancer in Baghdad University Colleges in bab-Almudam by Hussein Hadi Atiyah, Haider M. Majeed

“…Male staffs that agreed to participant and were recruited on giving oral consent, Data was collected by distributing structured a self-administered questionnaire, written in Arabic was used. …”
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The role of community pharmacists with Syrian migration background in addressing healthcare needs of migrant population in Germany: a qualitative study by Saleh Aljadeeah, Aleksandra Borek

“…Methods This exploratory qualitative study used semi-structured interviews with Syrian migrant pharmacists working in Germany. …”
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A community based cross-sectional study on prevalence and its associated risk factors of geriatric malnutrition in urban and rural Puducherry by Sivapushani Aruljothi, K. Devi, Prakash Mathiyalagen, Sivadamien Thirunavukarasu

“…Geriatric malnutrition was estimated using Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA). Sociodemographic data and associated risk factors were obtained using semi-structured questionnaire. …”
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Profiles of Autonomy in the Field of Foreign Languages Perfiles de autonomía en el campo de las lenguas extranjeras by Diana K Sánchez Lujan, Myriam Luna Cortés

“…This paper describes the characteristics of the autonomous learner, especially in the foreign language classroom and identifies the most common profiles observed in a particular group of students training to be teachers at the University of Pamplona. Structured observations, questionnaires and interviews were used as data collection techniques. …”
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NeuroFlex: Feasibility of EEG-Based Motor Imagery Control of a Soft Glove for Hand Rehabilitation by Soroush Zare, Sameh I. Beaber, Ye Sun

“…Brain plasticity refers to the inherent capability of the central nervous system to functionally and structurally reorganize itself in response to stimulation, which underpins rehabilitation from brain injuries or strokes. …”
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Drivers’ Information and Practical Training Assessment Results Management System: A Recommendation for NIT by Deogratias Tasilo Mahuwi, Christopher Denis Ntyangiri, Isaya Mathew Mwansasu, Lydia Thomas Kamugisha

“…In-car, Automated, Simulator-based, Structured Off-Road and Clinical Drivers’ Assessments were identified in the literature as the common methods for assessing the drivers’ practical skills. …”
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Social media- an effective tool to influence purchase decisions of students- a case study at a public Higher Education Institution in South Africa by Fathima Khan-Ameer, Dr. Marlini Moodley

“…A quantitative research approach was employed, using a structured survey administered to 380 students from five campuses of Institution X- a public Higher Education Institution. …”
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An analysis of anxiety levels among volleyball athletes during a provincial inter-club tournament in Jakarta, Indonesia by Rea Rizkita Raga, Yunita Lasma

“…Coaches and policymakers are encouraged to integrate structured mental training programs into athlete development. …”
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Determinants of Male Partner Participation in Antenatal Care at Kangundo Hospital, Kenya by Wangari Mutuku, John Kariuki, Atei Kerochi

“…Participants were selected using systematic random sampling and data was collected using a structured questionnaire. …”
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Investigating pharmaceutical product recalls due to discolouration: a Kenyan case review (January 2016–December 2024) by L. J. Tirop

“…The adoption of the fishbone tool alongside development of structured forms for defect reporting and quality assurance workflows is recommended.…”
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Patient satisfaction with medical consultations among adults attending Mulago hospital assessment centre by Angella Kabatooroa, Fred Ndoboli, Jane Namatovu

“…Methods: This was a quantitative descriptive cross-sectional study where 384 respondents were interviewed using a structured questionnaire adapted from the Medical Interview Satisfaction Scale (MISS-21) with a four-point Likert scale. …”
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Assessment of knowledge and practice of private practitioners regarding tuberculosis control in Ethiopia by Solomon A Yimer, Carol Holm-Hansen, Gunnar Bjune

“…The study was conducted between May and August 2008 and data was collected using a semi-structured questionnaire. …”
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A survival framework for SMME’s based on COVID-19 events in the Western Cape of South Africa by Carin Strydom, Stephan Van der Merwe

“…Methods: The study employed semi-structured interviews with 16 participants as SMME owners, following a qualitative approach. …”
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How do citizens with low health insurance literacy choose a health insurance policy in the Netherlands? An interview study by Laurens Holst, Anne Brabers, Jany Rademakers, Judith de Jong

“…The data were analyzed using thematic analysis methods. …”
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