Statistical methods in the analysis of multicentre HIV randomized controlled trials in the African region: a scoping review by Mikateko Mazinu, Nomonde Gwebushe, Samuel Manda, Tarylee Reddy

“…This scoping review aims to provide a detailed statistical method used to analyze data collected from multicentre HIV randomized controlled trials in the African region. …”
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Accuracy of machine learning methods in predicting prognosis of patients with psychotic spectrum disorders: a systematic review by Wilson W S Tam, Kang Sim, Jing Ling Tay, Yun Ling Ang

“…Factors influencing outcomes included demographic (age, ethnicity), illness (duration of untreated illness, types of symptoms), functioning (baseline functioning, interpersonal relationships and activity engagement), treatment variables (use of higher doses of antipsychotics, electroconvulsive therapy), data from passive sensor (call log, distance travelled, time spent in certain locations) and online activities (time of use, use of certain words, changes in search frequencies and length of queries).Conclusion Machine learning methods show promise in the prediction of prognosis (specifically functioning, relapse and remission) of mental disorders based on relevant collected variables. …”
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Barriers and Enablers to Physical Activity Participation Among Women in Underserved Communities: A Mixed-Methods Study by Jude Ominyi, Andrew Clifton

“…This study examines barriers and enablers to PA participation among women aged 18–65 in port and coastal communities in East England, a population disproportionately affected by socioeconomic and logistical challenges. Using a mixed-methods convergent parallel design, data were collected from 112 women recruited through local PA and weight loss programmes. …”
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Requirements and Value Elicitation for a High-Fidelity Pelvic Floor Simulator for Physiotherapists: Mixed Methods Study by Yael Zekaria, Antonia Tzemanaki, Jonathan Rossiter

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to elicit physiotherapists’ needs and requirements for a high-fidelity PFM simulator and the associated use cases. MethodsThis study followed a mixed methods design by collecting qualitative and quantitative data from a web-based survey. …”
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A review of machine learning and internet-of-things on the water quality assessment: Methods, applications and future trends by Gangani Dharmarathne, A.M.S.R. Abekoon, Madhusha Bogahawaththa, Janaka Alawatugoda, D.P.P. Meddage

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Improving older people’s experiences and safety at transitions of care: the PACT mixed-methods study including RCT by Jenni Murray, Ruth Baxter, Jane O’Hara, Laura Sheard, Catherine Hewitt, Natasha Hardicre, Charles Vincent, Eirini Oikonomou, Gerry Richardson, Rosie Shannon, Kalpita Baird, Stephen Brealey, Robbie Foy, Laura Mandefield, Sarah Hampton, Ed Breckin, Lubena Mirza, Alfredo Palacios, Sally Moore, Jayne Marran, Jacqui Elliot, Jane Schofield, Alison Cracknell, Beth Woods, Sarah Cockayne, Thomas Mills, Yvonne Birks, Olivia Joseph, Rebecca Lawton

“…Work package 5: Primary outcome data were collected for 90% of participants. Follow-up questionnaire response rates were lower than anticipated (75% vs. 85%). …”
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Medical students’ perception of assessment and its effects on their learning in Dubai: a convergent mixed methods study by Eman Khalaf, Farah Ennab, Farah Otaki, Farah Otaki, Shaista Salman Guraya, Fatemeh Amir-Rad, Fatemeh Amir-Rad, Erum Khan, Ritu Lakhtakia

“…The inductive thematic analysis of the data, collected via focus group sessions, yielded a novel conceptual framework: “Medical Students” Take on Assessment Method’, with two overarching themes: Development Process and Consequences. …”
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Pathway to care among adolescents and young adults with breast cancer in Nigeria: a mixed methods study by Atara Ntekim, Ayorinde Folasire, Oluwaponmile A. Odukoya, Anthonia Sowunmi, Adewunmi Alabi

“…Both the quantitative and qualitative data were collected concurrently. This approach was adopted to aid in the collection of different but complimentary data at the study sites to enrich the interpretation of the results. …”
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Differences in emotional expression among college students: a study on integrating psychometric methods and algorithm optimization by Xiaozhu Chen

“…To overcome these limitations, this study conducted a comprehensive analysis using psychometric methods and algorithm optimization techniques. Methods The Emotional Intelligence Scale (EQ-i) and the depression-anxiety-stress-21 (DASS-21) were used to quantitatively evaluate the emotional state of college students, and their facial expressions and speech emotion data were collected. …”
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The Impact of Communities of Practice on Professional Development Among Chinese Teachers: A Mixed-Methods Longitudinal Study by Youjing Wang, Zhongtao Fan

“…Qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interviews, while quantitative data were gathered through surveys administered at the beginning and end of the study. …”
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Do GPS clusters really work? carnivore diet from scat analysis and GPS telemetry methods by Michelle M. Bacon, Greg M. Becic, Mark T. Epp, Mark S. Boyce

“…Abstract Global Positioning System (GPS) data collected using radiocollars have allowed researchers to identify sites where predators have killed prey, but this method has yet to be compared with scat analysis, a more traditional method of determining diet composition. …”
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Unlocking Potential: Comparing collaborative and Traditional Learning Methods for Students with Learning Disabilities in Special Education Classrooms by Carmit Gal, Chen Hanna Ryder

“…Data collection combined systematic classroom observations with a validated custom-designed questionnaire that integrated Likert-scale ratings and open-ended responses. …”
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Understanding Device Integrations Within Diabetes Apps: Mixed Methods Analysis of App Features and User Reviews by Jessica Turner, Katarzyna Stawarz

“… Abstract BackgroundDiabetes management involves a large degree of data collection and self-care in order to accurately administer insulin. …”
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Analysis of the effectiveness of different cardioprotection methods in mitral valve repair in low left ventricular ejection fraction by D.V. Shabanov, O.A. Loskutov, B.M. Todurov

“…According to literature data, the rate of complications associated with this method ranges from 10 to 15 %, with the most common complications being low cardiac output syndrome and arrhythmias. …”
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The psychological impact of disaster on first responders in the aftermath of Bahanaga train tragedy: A mixed methods approach by Jayaprakash R. Ravan, Udit K. Panda, Jigyansa I. Pattnaik, Sreya Banerjee, Titas Chaudhuri, Sachin Patil, Rama Chandra Das

“…Methods: For qualitative data, in-depth interviews (IDIs) were conducted, and quantitative data was collected using the PTSD checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5), generalized anxiety disorder scale (GAD-7), and patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9) for symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety. …”
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Innovative Learning Approaches in Sports: Comparing Teaching at the Right Level and Classical Methods for Drive Stroke Mastery by Hanik Liskustyawati, Sri Santoso Sabarini, Rony Syaifullah, Waluyo, Agus Mukholid, Baskoro Nugroho Putro, Suratmin

“…The sample consisted of 64 randomly selected students, and data collection employed the Forehand Groundstroke Tennis Test Accuracy by Jennifer Love Hewitt. …”
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Nanoleakage of apical sealing using a calcium silicate-based sealer according to canal drying methods by Yoon-Joo Lee, Kyung-Mo Cho, Se-Hee Park, Yoon Lee, Jin-Woo Kim

“…Nanoleakage was evaluated using a nanoflow device after 24 hours, 1 week, and 1 month. Data were collected twice per second at the nanoscale and measured in nanoliters per second. …”
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The Effectiveness of Interactive Workshop Concerning Parenteral Methods of Administration of Medication on Nurses Knowledge toward Best Techniques by Ghona Abd El-Nasser Ali

“…It had two parts. (The first part): collects the nurses personal data (socio-demographic data part, and (the second part): measures nurses' knowledge of the right techniques of injections along 3 stages: before, immediately after, and during follow-up phase. …”
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Effectiveness of post-extraction instruction delivery methods on patients’ understanding and compliance: a randomized controlled trial by Abrar K. Demyati, Afnan A. Nassar, Amal Alqahtani, Ghaida Alshareef, Shaima Aljefri, Futoon Yankisar

“…The collected data were analyzed via descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. …”
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Analysis of ChatGPT User Acceptance Among Gen Z using UTAUT2 and TPB Methods by Defri Indra Putra, Mona Fronita, Angraini Angraini, Megawati Megawati

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