Socioeconomic dynamics of beedi rolling in a Southern Indian state: implications for tobacco control by Praveen Kumar, Muralidhar M. Kulkarni, Eshwari K., Yash Alok, Satish Kumar, Rohith Bhagawath, Radhika Nayak, Priyanka Bantwal, Ambigai Rajendran, Mark Goodchild, Praveen Sinha

“…Prominent issues include inadequate social security, limited access to government programs, and family vulnerability. This study highlights the need for comprehensive support for beedi rollers in coastal Karnataka, especially older rollers, and emphasizes the importance of tailored skill-development programs to improve their well-being.…”
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Detection of single nucleotide polymorphisms associated with litter size in goats using genotyping-by-sequencing and association analysis by Satoshi Kubota, Thara Wongdee, Pramote Paengkoum

“…After filtering for allele depth and missing genotype data, the retained SNPs were subjected to population structure analysis and association analysis with the nine traits. …”
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Experiences among parents caring for children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at a tertiary referral hospital in Kenya by Hassan Silim, Susan Wamithi, Roselyter M. Riang’a, Angela Migowa

“…There is a need for proper assessment of the physical and psychosocial well-being of parents and their families so that appropriate resources can be provided in promoting holistic patient-centered care.…”
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Exploring physical literacy, physical activity, motivation, and learning outcomes in elementary school PE by Adi S, Tommy Soenyoto, Cahyo Yuwono, Tri Nurharsono

“…However, the relationship between these factors has not yet been studied holistically, so a more in-depth study in elementary schools is needed. Methods: This type of research is correlational research using a quantitative approach. …”
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Strategi Komunikasi Krisis Tokopedia dalam Mitigasi Dampak Negatif terhadap Brand by Avin Nur Aini, Nikmah Hadiati Salisah

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Undergraduate physics students’ experiences: Exploring the impact of underrepresented identities and intersectionality by D. K. Keblbeck, K. Piatek-Jimenez, C. Medina Medina

“…Recent research indicates that the lack of diversity in physics is partially due to an unwelcoming climate within physics departments, as well as differential experiences during college. …”
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Assessing benthic invertebrate vulnerability to ocean acidification and de-oxygenation in California: The importance of effective oceanographic monitoring networks. by Meghan Zulian, Esther G Kennedy, Sara L Hamilton, Tessa M Hill, Genece V Grisby, Aurora M Ricart, Eric Sanford, Ana K Spalding, Manuel Delgado, Melissa Ward

“…Further, we evaluate the efficacy of current monitoring programs by examining how data gaps heighten associated uncertainty. …”
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Perceptions of Brazil’s Bolsa Família cash transfer programme, life opportunities and mental health in the lives of young adults from the outskirts of São Paulo: qualitative study... by Paulo Malvasi, Sara Evans-Lacko, Eva Cyhlarova, Alicia Matijasevich, David McDaid, Cristiane Silvestre Paula

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Egg excretion patterns of soil-transmitted helminth infections in humans following albendazole-ivermectin and albendazole treatment. by Sophie Welsche, Pierre H H Schneeberger, Jan Hattendorf, Somphou Sayasone, Eveline Hürlimann, Jennifer Keiser

“…The assessment of drug efficacies and understanding of drug behavior is pivotal to the evaluation of treatment successes, both in preventive chemo-therapy programs as well as in research of novel treatment options. …”
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The orobasal organ (of Ackerknecht) is present in prenatal mice by Sven Schumann, Sven Schumann, Sven Schumann, Jan R. Munk, Michael J. Schmeisser, Michael J. Schmeisser, Moritz Staeber

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Taking menstruation health and hygiene seriously: a qualitative exploration of the challenges and facility requirements of female adolescent athletes in Bangladesh by Syeda Nurunnahar, Nazrin Akter, Farjana Jahan, Rehnuma Haque, Julie Hennegan, Mehjabin Tishan Mahfuz

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"A Baby Was an Added Burden": Predictors and Consequences of Unintended Pregnancies for Female Sex Workers in Mombasa, Kenya: A Mixed-Methods Study. by Stanley Luchters, Wilkister Bosire, Amy Feng, Marlise L Richter, Nzioki King'ola, Frances Ampt, Marleen Temmerman, Matthew F Chersich

“…Qualitative data were gathered through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews with FSWs who became pregnant during the study, and interviews with five key informants. …”
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Nonlinear mixed models and related approaches in infectious disease modeling: A systematic and critical review by Olaiya Mathilde Adéoti, Schadrac Agbla, Aliou Diop, Romain Glèlè Kakaï

“…When conducting an in-depth analysis of microinfection dynamics, one must account for the substantial heterogeneity across countries. …”
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Understanding Caregiver Burden in Severe Pediatric Asthma - A Qualitative Study by Wu P, Zhang J, Hu Y

“…(Incomplete knowledge of disease management; lack of competence in care as well as poor child compliance making care more difficult; lack of support for asthma in schools). 2) Excessive consumption of time and energy. …”
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MOVEMENTS OF ANATOMICAL COMPLEX: CONDYLAR PROCESS, TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT, TEMPORAL BONE by R.S. Palyvoda, A.S. Volovar, A.V. Malikov

“…Temporomandibular joint is a well-known double junction complex, but biomechanical features of it had not been enough discussed. …”
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Experiences and needs of family caregivers for patients with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) in Palestine by Zareefa Shaabna, Maysoon S.Abdalrahim, Ruqayya Zeilani

“…Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed using Colaizzi’s phenomenological method to capture the essence of caregivers’ lived experiences. …”
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Implementation of an information system for tuberculosis in healthcare facilities in Indonesia: evaluation of its effectiveness and challenges by Rita Dian Pratiwi, Bachti Alisjahbana, Yanri Wijayanti Subronto, Sigit Priyanta, Suharna Suharna

“…SITB is used by all health workers responsible for TB programs in health facilities or hospitals throughout Indonesia. …”
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A scoping review of HIV epidemiologic, sociocultural and programmatic studies related to transgender women and men who have sex with men in Cambodia, 1999-2019. by Jan W de Lind van Wijngaarden, Frits van Griensven, Ly Penh Sun, Stephen Wignall

“…The epidemiology of HIV infection in these groups has been relatively well-described and analyzed. While initially MSM and TGW were grouped together, in more recent years they have been studied in their own right, recognizing their specific HIV and other prevention needs. …”
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Effectiveness of the family medicine curriculum in the improvement of skills and knowledge of family medicine residents in Sudan 2024: a quantitative and qualitative survey by Hiba Salah Abdelgadir, Hind Salah Abdelgadir, Nasreldin M. Ahmed, Adel A. Nasser, Abed Saif Ahmed Alghawli, Amani A. K. Elsayed

“…The SMSB Family Medicine curriculum is a well-structured, training-focused program designed to enhance residents’ satisfaction, knowledge, and clinical competencies. …”
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Multidisciplinary Scientific Cruises for Environmental Characterization in the Santos Basin – Methods and Sampling Design by Daniel L. Moreira, Adriana G. Dalto, Alberto G. Figueiredo Jr Figueiredo Jr, Aline M. Valerio, Amalia M. S. Detoni, Ana C. T. Bonecker, Camila N. Signori, Cláudia Namiki, Dalton K. Sasaki, Daniel V. Pupo, Danilo A. Silva, Deborah S. Kutner, Diana C. Duque-Castaño, Eduardo H. Marcon, Fabiana D. C. Gallotta, Fabiana S. Paula, Fabiane Gallucci, Gabriela C. F. Roque, Giulia S. Campos, Gustavo Fonseca, Gustavo Mattos, Helena P. Lavrado, Ilson C. A. da Silveira, Jessica O. Costa, João R. dos Santos Filho, Juliane C. Carneiro, Julio C.F. Moreira, Laura Rozo, Leandro F.M. Araujo, Letícia Lazzari, Letícia O. da Silva, Luan S. Michelazzo, Luciano F. Fernandes, Marcelo Dottori, Marcus A. G. de Araújo Jr., Mateus G. Chuqui, Milena Ceccopieri, Milton Borges-Silva, Milton Kampel, Natascha M. Bergo, Paulo V. M. Silva, Pedro M. Tura, Rafael B. de Moura, Renato G. Romano, Renato P. Martins, Renato S. Carreira, Rodrigo G.A. Toledo, Sérgio L.C. Bonecker, Sibelle T. Disaró, Silvana V. Rodrigues, Thais N. Corbisier, Thaisa M. Vicente, Vitor G. de Paiva, Vivian H. Pellizari, Wellington C. Belo, Frederico P. Brandini, Silvia H.M Sousa

“…For the pelagic system, 60 stations were selected to investigate the plankton community, ranging in size from pico- to macroplankton, through vertical, horizontal, and oblique net hauls (20, 200, and 500 μm mesh size), as well as 25 biogeochemical parameters collected with an aid of a CTD-rosette sampler. …”
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