International society of liquid biopsy (ISLB) perspective on minimal requirements for ctDNA testing in solid tumors by Nicola Fusco, Konstantinos Venetis, Francesco Pepe, Omshree Shetty, Silvia Calabuig Farinas, Simon Heeke, Julia V. Burnier, Simon J. Patton, Ellen Heitzer, Giovanni Nigita, Paul Hofman, Maria Jose Serrano, Massimo Cristofanilli, Eloisa Jantus-Lewintre, David R. Gandara, Christian Rolfo, Umberto Malapelle

“…Through initiatives led by the Quality Control and Accreditation Committee, educational programs, and multidisciplinary stakeholder workshops, ISLB provides a structured framework to promote standardization and foster innovation. …”
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Pre-Implementation Assessment of a Sexual Health eClinic in Canadian Oncology Care by Taylor Incze, Dalia Peres, Steven Guirguis, Sarah E. Neil-Sztramko, Jackie Bender, Dean Elterman, Shabbir M. H. Alibhai, Antonio Finelli, Phil Vu Bach, Emily Belita, Gerald Brock, Julia Brown, Jeffrey Campbell, Trustin Domes, Andrew Feifer, Ryan Flannigan, Celestia Higano, Jesse Ory, Premal Patel, Monita Sundar, Luke Witherspoon, Andrew Matthew

“…Data were analyzed using a hybrid deductive–inductive thematic approach guided by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) 2.0. …”
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Piloting the options assessment toolkit with national malaria programme leaders from the Asia–Pacific countries: a meeting report by Manash Shrestha, Sanjaya Acharya, Josselyn Neukom, Karma Lhazeen, Ngo Duc Thang, Muhammad Naeem Habib, Lyndes Wini, Tobgyel Tobgyel, Kesang Wangchuk, Huy Rekol, Lek Dysoley, Siv Sovannaroth, Minerva Simatuopang, Helen Dewi Prameswari, Asik Surya, Zau Ring, Mohammad Qasim Khan, Boualam Khamlome, Mohd Hafizi Abdul Hamid, Ram Kumar Mahato, Top Thapa, Sheen Angelou Juangco, Hee Il Lee, Hyun Il Shin, Kumudu Gunasekera, Champa Aluthwera, Prayuth Sudathip, Rungrawee Timpontree, Hoang Dinh Canh, Sonia Cheung, Muhammad Zeeshan Haroon, Shreehari Acharya, Robert J. Commons, Bipin Adhikari, Varunika Ruwanpura, Phone Si Hein, Abhijit Sharma, Poe Poe Aung, Neena Valecha, Kamala Thriemer, Caroline A. Lynch

“…Thematic analysis of qualitative data revealed that NMPs found the OAT useful and timely for structuring malaria policy discussions. …”
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Farmers’ Perception of Ecosystem Services Provided by Historical Rubber Plantations in Sankuru Province, DR Congo by Joël Mobunda Tiko, Serge Shakanye Ndjadi, Jémima Lydie OBANDZA - AYESSA, Daniel Botshumo Banga, Julien Bwazani Balandi, Charles Mumbere Musavandalo, Jean Pierre Mate Mweru, Baudouin Michel, Olivia Lovanirina Rakotondrasoa, Jean Pierre Meniko To Hulu

“…This study used a mixed methodological approach, integrating semi-structured interviews, focus groups, and statistical analyses including chi-square testing and multiple correspondence factorial analysis (MCAFA) to obtain and analyze the data comprehensively. …”
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‘I Don't Think There Is a One‐Size‐Fits‐All’: A Qualitative Study Exploring Healthcare Professional and Service Provider Perspectives of Using Innovative Models of Cervical Screeni... by Claire Bavor, Tessa Saunders, Mikayla Wolfe, Megan A. Smith, Nicola Creagh, Deborah Bateson, Angela Kelly‐Hanku, Paula Jops, Marion Saville, Natalie Taylor, Kate Broun, Julia M. L. Brotherton, Claire Nightingale

“…Data were analyzed using template analysis, a form of thematic analysis. …”
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Comparison of porous and non-porous biochar for trimethoprim removal: Quantifying uncertainty in sorption and thermodynamic parameters over different pH and temperature by Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, Pham Thi Le Na, Ky-Phuong-Ha Huynh, Bao-Trong Dang

“…The results showed that the non-porous structure of CN400 had a smaller surface area than that of CN600 (4 vs. 372 m2 g−1, respectively). …”
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Exploring indigenous knowledge and practices of the Gurage community on the biosystematics and utilization of Enset landraces for bone fracture and regeneration: the case of Gurage... by Temesgen Negassa, Asfaw Meressa, Negera Abdissa, Sileshi Degu, Getachew Addis, Eyob Debebe, Negessa Abdisa, Samuel W/kidan, Dereilo Bekere Belitibo, Sintayehu Ashenef, Werku Shanko, Zeynu Zuber, Lemessa Kumsa, Mewded Kassahun, Frehiwot Teka Assamo, Milkyas Endale

“…Descriptive statistics were employed for data presentation.ResultsA total of 37 Enset landraces were identified across the study Woredas. …”
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Peer support enhanced behavioural crisis response teams in the emergency department: protocol for a stepped-wedge cluster-randomised controlled trial by Ambrose H Wong, James D Dziura, Mark Sevilla, Yue Hu, Megan Evans, Bidisha Nath, Rebekah Heckmann, Riddhi Desai, Anusha Kumar, Isaac V Faustino, Anthony J Pavlo, Joan M Cook, Kendra Davis-Plourde, Richard Youins, Kimberly Guy, Pastor Evelyn Smith, Pastor Dana Smith, Karen Kangas, Lou Hart, Seth Powsner, Chyrell Bellamy

“…The PACT intervention will integrate peer delivery of trauma-informed care within a structured, interprofessional, team-based response protocol for behavioural crisis management. …”
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Parental perceptions of a wearable vital signs monitor for observation of newborns: in-depth interviews in three tertiary hospitals, Southwest Nigeria by Yetunde Olufisayo John-Akinola, Adejumoke Idowu Ayede, Ayomide Adeyemi, Assumpta Nantume, Adesewa Oluwatomisin Olaleye, Olugbenga Akinrinoye, Olukemi Oluwatoyin Tongo, Michael Abe Alao, Adenike Oluleye, Oluseye Sobande, Olatayo Sunday Olayemi, Bertha Akinyi Oketch, Rosena Olubanke Oluwafemi, Rosena Olubanke Oluwafemi, Patricia Ireti Eniowo, Samuel Ojo, Omolayo Adebukola Olubosede, Emmanuel Olaseinde Bello, Ismaila Sani, Teresa Cauvel, Sona Shah

“…Interviews were moderated with a semi-structured interview guide and audio recorded. Data were transcribed, coded and analyzed thematically using NVivo software.ResultsThe majority of participants expressed positive reactions to the neoGuard device, although some initial concerns were reported. …”
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Quality of Life after Brain Injury in children aged six and seven years (QOLIBRI-KIDDY) – development and scale analysis of the first disease-specific self-report instrument for yo... by Nicole von Steinbuechel, Marina Zeldovich, Fabian Bockhop, Ugne Krenz, Dagmar Timmermann, Anna Buchheim, Inga K. Koerte, Michaela Veronika Bonfert, Steffen Berweck, Matthias Kieslich, Knut Brockmann, Maike Roediger, Sven Greving, Axel Neu, Ulrike Wartemann, Joachim Suss, Christian Auer, Holger Muehlan, Katrin Cunitz

“…After item reduction based on a confirmatory scale analysis considering the six-factor structure of the questionnaire versions for older children, adolescents, and adults (Cognition, Self, Daily Life & Autonomy, Social Relationships, Emotions, Physical Problems), its reliability and validity were investigated. …”
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Serological Vulnerability and Active Infection Detection Among Recently Arrived Migrants in Spain: Results from a Targeted Screening Program by Guillermo Lens-Perol, Olalla Vázquez-Cancela, Magdalena Santana-Armas, Angeles Bouzas-Rodriguez, Victoria Tuñez-Bastida, Adrián Domínguez-Lago, Hugo Pérez-Freixo, Cristina Peiteado-Romay, Juan Manuel Vázquez-Lago, Cristina Fernández-Pérez

“…Sociodemographic and clinical data were collected, and individuals were offered vaccination according to an accelerated immunization schedule. …”
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Urgent natural foci infections transmitted by ticks in Saint-Petersburg by V. V. Nechaev, A. A. Yakovlev, A. N. Uskov, L. E. Boburina, N. V. Lavrova, M. N. Pogromskaya, B. I. Aslanov, A. O. Shapar, S. V. Pavlenko, L. N. Pozhidaeva, A. K. Ivanov, A. I. Kravtsova, S. A. Leppik, E. I. Vitovich, M. I. Fedunyak

“…The clinical forms of both diseases did not differ in their structure from the country data, however after 2012 subclinical forms were more common in women. …”
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Nurses' experiences of participating in employee assistance program and factors influencing its effectiveness: a qualitative study by Xuanhao Fan, Xuanhao Fan, Jiehao Zhuang, Jiehao Zhuang, Zhongqing Chen, Ziyi Xiong, Niu Yang, Jiangfeng Pu, Jiangfeng Pu, Peng Xu, Lifang Chen, Huigen Huang, Huigen Huang

“…The themes of the interview data were distilled through thematic analysis using NVivo 15 software. …”
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Genome-wide identification and expression analysis of phytochrome gene family in Aikang58 wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) by Zhu Yang, Zhu Yang, Wenjie Kan, Wenjie Kan, Ziqi Wang, Caiguo Tang, Yuan Cheng, Yuan Cheng, Dacheng Wang, Dacheng Wang, Yameng Gao, Lifang Wu, Lifang Wu

“…In this study, we employed bioinformatics methods to identify eight TaAkPHY genes in the Aikang58 wheat variety. Based on gene structure, conserved domains, and phylogenetic relationships, the TaAkPHY gene family exhibits a high degree of conservation. …”
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Factors associated with tobacco use among Saudi Arabian youth: Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior by Mosa A. Shubayr, Anwar S. Alhazmi, Mervat M. El Dalatony, Eman D. El Desouky, Abdulmohsen H. Al-Zalabani, Sarah S. Monshi, Ahmed A. Elkhobby, Shaikha K. Aldukhail, Mohammed M. Alqahtani, Mohammed S. Aldossary

“…Methods A cross-sectional study used the 2022 Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS) to assess tobacco use among 5610 Saudi students aged 13–15 years. The structured, anonymous questionnaire collected demographic data and TPB constructs (e.g. attitudes, subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, and intentions) were derived from the validated GYTS questionnaire, with items grouped and scored to represent each construct. …”
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The effect of sociodemographic, socioeconomic, and health factors on healthcare utilization in cardiovascular patients in Serbia: a part of National Health Survey by Tamara Lekovic, Tamara Lekovic, Nikoleta Janicijevic, Milos Potezica, Nela Djonovic, Nela Djonovic, Dragan Vasiljevic, Katarina Janicijevic, Melanija Tepavcevic, Snezana Knezevic, Jelena Vuckovic Filipovic, Jelena Vuckovic Filipovic, Amela Rastoder Celebic, Amela Rastoder Celebic, Svetlana Vukosavljevic, Svetlana Vukosavljevic, Maja Mirocevic Rotolo, Maja Mirocevic Rotolo, Dalibor Stajic

“…ObjectivesThis cross-sectional analytical study explores the predictors of the healthcare utilization in the adult population with cardiovascular diseases.MethodologyThe research was carried out as part of the fourth Serbian National Health Survey, in the period from October to December 2019, as a descriptive, cross-sectional analytical study and included the population of cardiovascular patients (N = 4,712) aged over 20 years; Descriptive and inferential statistical methods, including percentage-based structure indicators, Chi-square (χ2) tests for categorical variable differences, and prevalence ratio for examining relationships between dependent and independent variables, were used in the data analysis.ResultsThe analysis identified several significant contributors to cardiovascular healthcare utilization, emphasizing distinct and overlapping factors that impact various types of healthcare use. …”
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“Vaccinating a child is upon the woman”: implications for improving uptake for the recently introduced second dose of measles-containing vaccine based on a rapid community assessme... by Adelline Twimukye, Nessa Ryan, Flavia Vivian Najjuma, Yvette Wibabara, Judith Nanyondo, Shillah Nakato, Maria Sarah Nabaggala, Ciara Sugerman, Daniel Kadobera, Rita Atugonza, John Kamulegeya, Joseph Magoola, Racheal Beyagira, Mohammed Lamorde, Alex Riolexus Ario, Alfred Driwale, Shibani Kulkarni

“…We conducted a rapid analysis based of debriefing notes and in-depth thematic analysis of translated transcripts. Data were analyzed using NVivo version 12, wherein we used the framework analysis approach to define and structure codes deductively and inductively to identify themes. …”
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Precise aftershock activity in the marine source region of the 2024 Noto-Hanto earthquake by rapid response observation using ocean bottom seismometers by Masanao Shinohara, Ryota Hino, Tsutomu Takahashi, Koichiro Obana, Shuichi Kodaira, Ryosuke Azuma, Tomoaki Yamada, Takeshi Akuhara, Yusuke Yamashita, Eiji Kurashimo, Yoshio Murai, Takehi lsse, Kazuo Nakahigashi, Hisatoshi Baba, Yusaku Ohta, Yoshihiro Ito, Hiroshi Yakiwara, Yukihiro Nakatani, Gou Fujie, Toshinori Sato, Hajime Shiobara, Kimihiro Mochizuki, Shin’ichi Sakai, The R/V Hakuho-maru KH-24-JE01 and KH-24-JE02C shipboard science parties

“…A velocity model was derived from the velocity structure by the marine seismic survey. Focal mechanisms were estimated using the grid search method based on the polarities of the first Pwave arrivals. …”
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Population-based cross-sectional seroprevalence study of SARS-CoV-2 infection in urban residential areas in Ghana by John H Amuasi, Aurélia Souares, Eva Lorenz, Wibke Loag, Anthony Afum-Adjei Awuah, Sylvester Newton, Christian Obirikorang, Evans Asamoah Adu, Eric Ebenezer Amprofi Boham, Alexander Owusu Boakye, Hakim Alani, Nana Safi Almoustapha, James Deke, Welbeck Odame Dzadey, Louis Adu-Amoah, Sally-Ann Kroduah, Mary Ama Grant, Gracelyn Asare, Amos Amoako-Adusei, Jenny Kettenbeil, Yaw Adu Sarkodie, Ebenezer Oduro, Alfred E Yawson, Stephen Apanga, Rose Odotei Adjei, Austin Gideon Adobasom Anane, Oumou Maiga Ascofare, May Jurgen, Nicole S Struck

“…Bayesian models with poststratification weighting of the demographic structure of the sample population were used for seroprevalence estimates, accounting for the uncertainty of diagnostic assay in a hierarchical model. …”
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Determination of Macro- and Microelements in the Inflorescences of Banana Tree Using ICP OES: Evaluation of the Daily Recommendations of Intake for Humans by Rafaela Henriques Rosa, Melina Ribeiro Fernandes, Elaine Silva de Pádua Melo, Daniela Granja Arakaki, Nayara Vieira de Lima, Luana Carolina Santos Leite, Paulo Renato Espindola, Igor Domingos de Souza, Valdir Aragão do Nascimento, Paula Fabiana Saldanha Tschinkel, Fabiane La Flor Ziegler Sanches, Valter Aragão do Nascimento

“…The inflorescence of Musa paradisiaca, known as “banana heart” is a structure that includes flowers and bracts of banana, commonly used as food source worldwide. …”
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