Development of An Android-Based Guidance And Counseling Service Evaluation Instrument For Senior High School by Raodatul Jannah, Nur Fadhilah Umar, Abdul Saman

“…The method used is research and development (R&D) with the ADDIE development model. …”
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Association between polysomnography-measured sleep parameters and cognitive impairment in elderly patients with depression by Jiaojiao Zhou, Jianyu Que, Yida Wang, Li Ren, Saina Zhang, Xianglin Ma, Yintai Fan, Qing’e Zhang, Xueyan Chen

“…This study was conducted to determine correlations between PSG-quantified sleep parameters and CI among individuals with late-life depression.Methods65 elderly patients with depression were included in the study. …”
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Using Social Media to Engage and Enroll Underrepresented Populations: Longitudinal Digital Health Research by Christiana Harry, Sarah Goodday, Carol Chapman, Emma Karlin, April Joy Damian, Alexa Brooks, Adrien Boch, Nelly Lugo, Rebecca McMillan, Jonell Tempero, Ella Swanson, Shannon Peabody, Diane McKenzie, Stephen Friend

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to (1) characterize socioeconomic and demographic differences in individuals who enrolled and engaged with different remote, digital, and traditional recruitment methods in a digital health pregnancy study and (2) determine whether social media outreach is an efficient way of recruiting and retaining specific underrepresented populations (URPs) in digital health research. …”
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Neuroblastoma response to RAS-MAPK inhibitors and APR-246 (eprenetapopt) co-treatment is dependent on SLC7A11 by Vid Mlakar, Ina Oehme, Ina Oehme, Laurence Lesne, Sara Najafi, Sara Najafi, Sara Najafi, Marc Ansari, Marc Ansari, Fabienne Gumy-Pause, Fabienne Gumy-Pause

“…BackgroundWe previously demonstrated that APR-246 (eprenetapopt) could be an efficient treatment option against neuroblastoma (NB), the most common pediatric extracranial solid tumor. …”
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PD1 blockade enhances K+ channel activity, Ca2+ signaling, and migratory ability in cytotoxic T lymphocytes of patients with head and neck cancer by Laura Conforti, Edith M Janssen, Hannah S Newton, Vaibhavkumar S Gawali, Ameet A Chimote, Maria A Lehn, Sarah M Palackdharry, Benjamin H Hinrichs, Roman Jandarov, David Hildeman, Trisha M Wise-Draper

“…The purpose of this study was to elucidate the effects of pembrolizumab on potassium (K+) channel (KCa3.1 and Kv1.3) activity, Ca2+ fluxes, and chemotaxis in the cytotoxic T cells of patients with HNSCC and to determine their correlation with treatment response.Methods Functional studies were conducted in CD8+ peripheral blood T cells (PBTs) and tumor infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) from patients with HNSCC treated with pembrolizumab. …”
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A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography-Based Assessment of Safe Zones for Orthodontic Mini-Implant Placement in the Lateral Maxilla: A Retrospective Morphometric Study by Iva Jakovljevic, Pavle Milanovic, Milica Vasiljevic, Jovana Milanovic, Momir Z. Stevanovic, Nemanja Jovicic, Milos Stepovic, Vladimir Ristic, Dragica Selakovic, Gvozden Rosic, Aleksandra Arnaut

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> This methodological approach could assist in ensuring precise and efficient implant insertion. Furthermore, it can be concluded that the safe zone for buccal and interdental mini-implant placement is located 4 mm from the alveolar crest at Level A. …”
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A Survey of Physicians and Patients in Pakistan Assessing the Improvement of Visualization of the Cervix, Ease of Use, and Patient Comfort Using a Newly Designed Vaginal Speculum:... by Khan S, Waters-Kellar L, Barsh E, Shannon A, Clark S, Ryznar RJ, Trawick A, Payton M, Bouquet J

“…It may result in a more cost-effective and efficient exam. Finally, it may reduce the stigma and trauma from the often difficult and painful vaginal speculum exam. …”
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Student Manual Kabale University by Kabale University

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Compression Index Regression of Fine-Grained Soils with Machine Learning Algorithms by Mintae Kim, Muharrem A. Senturk, Liang Li

“…This study involves leveraging the efficiency and effectiveness of these algorithms in geotechnical engineering applications, offering a promising alternative to traditional oedometer testing methods. …”
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Employment of Graduates of Pedagogical Universities: Statistics vs Mythology by L. M. Nurieva, S. G. Kiselev

“…In the current research, it is proved that the allegations of low efficiency of the system of teacher education are untenable. …”
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Analysis of Factors Influencing Adoption of Human Resource Practices by Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Nigeria by Rukayat Oloruntoyin Rabiu, Wahid Damilola Olanipekun, Ayodeji Gbenga Bamidele, Olasehinde Israel Awe

“…Methodological tools of this study are methods of analysis and synthesis, comparative and regression analysis. …”
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“There’s just such a mismatch”: a qualitative exploration of health systems and organizational-level barriers to accessing cancer services among people experiencing structural marg... by Tara C. Horrill, Jess Crawford, Scott Beck, Amber Bourgeois, Jagbir Kaur, Leah K. Lambert, Michael McKenzie, Kelli I. Stajduhar, Annette J. Browne

“…Results Four interrelated themes were developed through our analysis, with the overarching thread of a ‘mismatch evident throughout: (1) the design of cancer services does not always account for social contexts and structural determinants of health; (2) discourses of operational efficiency are competing with equity-oriented care; (3) the physical spaces of cancer care matter; and (4) experiences of stigma and discrimination are incompatible with accessing cancer care. …”
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Protocol for a prospective, controlled, cross-sectional, diagnostic accuracy study to evaluate the specificity and sensitivity of ambulatory monitoring systems in the prompt detect... by Sarah Vollam, Owen Gustafson, Jody Ede, Peter J Watkinson, Akshay Shah, Matthew Rowland, Lionel Tarassenko, Cristian Roman, Philippa Piper, Louise Young, Mauro Santos, Marco A F Pimentel, Mirae Harford

“…However, a major barrier to the implementation of these wearable devices in the ward environment is their uncertain reliability, efficiency and data fidelity. The purpose of this study is to test performance of selected devices in a simulated clinical setting including during movement and low levels of peripheral oxygen saturation.Methods and analysis This is a single centre, prospective, controlled, cross-sectional, diagnostic accuracy study to determine the specificity and sensitivity of currently available ambulatory vital signs monitoring equipment in the detection of hypoxia and the effect of movement on data acquisition. …”
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Computer-Aided Intra-Operatory Positioning of an MRgHIFU Applicator Dedicated to Abdominal Thermal Therapy Using Particle Swarm Optimization by Yacine M'Rad, Caecilia Charbonnier, Marcelo Elias de Oliveira, Pauline Coralie Guillemin, Lindsey Alexandra Crowe, Thibaud Koessler, Pierre-Alexandre Poletti, Sana Boudabbous, Alexis Ricoeur, Rares Salomir, Orane Lorton

“…This paper presents a software tool developed to optimize the positioning of a HIFU transducer dedicated to abdominal thermal therapy, to maximize the treatment&#x0027;s efficiency while minimizing the near-field risk. <italic>Methods:</italic> A software tool was developed to determine the theoretical optimal position (TOP) of the transducer based on the minimization of a cost function using the particle swarm optimization (PSO). …”
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PEI‐PLGA nanoparticles significantly enhanced the immunogenicity of IsdB137‐361 proteins from Staphylococcus aureus by Beiyan Wang, Yazun Dong, Yuwei Cen, Shujie Chen, Xue Wen, Kaiyue Liu, Shuangshuang Wu, Liquan Yu, Yongzhong Yu, Zhanbo Zhu, Jinzhu Ma, Baifen Song, Yudong Cui

“…Because PEI‐PLGA nanoparticles are generated by PEI conjugate with PLGA to develop great potential as a novel immune adjuvant, the immunogenicity of IsdB137‐361 is likely be strengthened by PEI‐PLGA. Methods Here, PEI‐PLGA nanoparticles containing IsdB137‐361 proteins were prepared by optimizing the entrapment efficiency. …”
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Longitudinal Assessment of Parkinson’s Motor Symptoms and Dopaminergic Dysfunction Patterns Using DaTSCAN by Amir Hossein Najmi, Armin Ariaei, Mahboobeh Khezri, Masoud Noroozi, Melika Arab Bafrani, Avesta Gheysari, Farideh Sabetghadam, Mehdi Ahmadi, Mohammad Sadeghi, Mahsa Mayeli

“…Introduction: Determining Parkinson’s disease (PD) stage and severity are among the factors affecting treatment strategy. …”
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Characteristics of the Approximate-Optimal Training Indicators of Goalkeepers in Modern Football by Igor Doroshenko, Andrii Svatyev, Valerij Shamardin, Bogdan Khorkavyy, Daria Vaniuk, Eduard Doroshenko

“…Is to systematize data on determining approximate and optimal indicators of training activities of goalkeepers in football at different stages of sports improvement in order to improve their training. …”
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In vitro proparation of pear (Pyrus L.) by Nataliia Kucher, Volodymyr Hrabovyi, Olga Opalko, Volodymyr Zamorskyi, Anatoly Opalko

“…The micropropagation methods are used for the conservation of Pyrus L. phytodiversity, as well as for the creation of collections of the threatened species and pear cultivars including genotypes necessary for breeding and genetic studies. …”
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A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE ASSORTMENT OF DIFFERENT MEDICATION GROUPS USED IN THE CENTRAL REGIONAL HOSPITAL OF THE MUNICIPAL REGION AND THE REGIONAL HOSPITAL OF THE FEDERAL STATE... by B. G. Bochkarev, I. V. Kalinin, T. I. Kabakova

“…Providing quality pharmaceutical care is a key task of healthcare; any medical organization must respond efficiently to a change in both external and internal factors that affect the medical support of patients. …”
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Solvatochromic Parameters of Four Amines in Propane-1,3-diol at 298.15 K by Maria-Luísa C. J. Moita, Ângela F. S. Santos, Miguel A. B. S. S. Correia, Isabel M. S. Lampreia

“…While the polarity of the solvent plays a critical role in determining which amines efficiently capture CO₂, the heat capacity of the solvent is also a significant factor in the regeneration process. …”
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