An Accelerated Proximal Gradient Algorithm for Singly Linearly Constrained Quadratic Programs with Box Constraints by Congying Han, Mingqiang Li, Tong Zhao, Tiande Guo

“…Numerical results are reported for solving quadratic programs arising from the training of support vector machines, which show that the new algorithm is efficient.…”
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Competency based Physical Education teacher training: the case of a chilean university by Franklin Castillo Retamal, Amauri Aparecido Bassoli de Oliveira, Ricardo Souza de Carvalho, Marcelo Castillo-Retamal, César Faúndez-Casanova

“…Due to the social changes and the needs of the country, the implementation of reflective models of professional practice in the teacher training programs in Physical Education is encouraged. …”
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PROTOCOL: Prevention, Intervention, and Compensation Programs to Tackle School Dropout: An Evidence and Gap Map by Marta Pellegrini, Carmen Pannone, Daniela Fadda, Laura Francesca Scalas, Giuliano Vivanet, Amanda Neitzel

“…The EGM will provide school and policy decision‐makers, as well as program developers, with an overview of research evidence useful for guiding efforts to reduce school dropout and design effective programs. …”
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Generative Artificial Intelligence as a Catalyst for Change in Higher Education Art Study Programs by Anna Ansone, Zinta Zālīte-Supe, Linda Daniela

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Comparative effects of 8-week exercise programs on fat reduction in female college students by Dagang Wang, Diyana Zulaika Abdul Ghani

“…However, the ST program was more effective than the AT program in improving overall body composition, except for leptin reduction. …”
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Methodology and Policy of Designing and Implementing the National Qualification System by A. N. Leybovitch

“…The necessary methodology basis is given for devising a new structure of vocational training system, as well as the new generation of educational programs meant to meet the demand for the personnel in the modern Russian economy. …”
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Introduction to accreditation in pharmacy education in Türkiye: Association for evaluation and accreditation of pharmacy education programs by Şule Apikoğlu, Mesut Sancar, Şekip Kırbeci, Benay Can Eke, Füsun Acartürk, Sema Burgaz, Sedef Kır, Meryem Seçkin Özden

“…Accreditation of pharmacy education programs in Türkiye plays a pivotal role in ensuring quality and excellence. …”
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The impact of a narrative medicine program on obstetrics and gynecology residents’ empathy ability by Jing Qian, Wei Zhang, Yahui Wang, Song Xu

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Effectiveness of soccer-based programs for community development: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Soemardiawan Soemardiawan, Fitri Anggraini Hariyanto, Sekar Pudak Wangi, Intan Primayanti, Uray Gustian

“…Future research should explore context-specific program designs, incorporate vocational training and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), and conduct longitudinal studies to assess long-term impacts. …”
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Measurement model of readiness for online testing of undergraduate students in Thailand’s distance education programs by Thanyasinee Laosum

“…Purpose – This study aims to develop a model for readiness measurement and to study readiness levels for online testing of undergraduate students in Thailand’s distance education programs. Design/methodology/approach – In total, 870 undergraduate students enrolled in the 2022 academic year of a Thai university were sampled for the study. …”
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A Systematic Review of Pharmacist-Led Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs in Sub-Saharan Africa by Phanice Ajore Otieno, Sue Campbell, Sonny Maley, Tom Obinju Arunga, Mitchel Otieno Okumu

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Impact of three exercise programs on physical fitness and coping and adaptation process in elderly adults by Javier Gaviria Chavarro, Isabel Cristina Rojas Padilla, Martha Liliana Gómez Gaviria, Rosa Nury Zambrano Bermeo

“…The aim was to assess the effect of three exercise programs on physical fitness and the coping and adaptation process in elderly adults. …”
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A framework for the design and implementation of Stop the Bleed and public access trauma equipment programs by Matthew J. Levy, Jon Krohmer, Eric Goralnick, Nathan Charlton, Ira Nemeth, Lenworth Jacobs, Craig A. Goolsby

“…Reducing death from severe bleeding requires training in the recognition and treatment of life‐threatening bleeding, as well as programs to ensure immediate access to bleeding control resources. …”
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Registered Nurse-Performed Flexible Sigmoidoscopy in Ontario: Development and Implementation of the Curriculum and Program by Mary Anne Cooper, Jill Margaret Tinmouth, Linda Rabeneck

“…In total, nurses have screened >7000 Ontarians, with a cancer detection rate of 5.1 per 1000 screened, which is comparable with rates in other jurisdictions and with sigmoidoscopy performed by gastroenterologists, surgeons and other trained nonphysicians. We have shown, therefore, that with proper training and program structure, registered nurses are able to perform flexible sigmoidoscopy in a safe and thorough manner resulting in a significant increase in access to colorectal cancer screening.…”
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A Surrogate Piecewise Linear Loss Function for Contextual Stochastic Linear Programs in Transport by Qi Hong, Mo Jia, Xuecheng Tian, Zhiyuan Liu, Shuaian Wang

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A Regional Analysis of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives in Plastic Surgery Residency Programs by Dylan G. Choi, BS, Kevin Luu, BS, Gabrielle Brite, BA, Alexander T. Plonkowski, MBBS, MRes, Mariam Al-Hamad Daubs, MD, Aleksandra Krajewski, MD

“…Residents seek inclusive training environments that prioritize diversity. To evaluate programs that focus on these elements, websites have become essential for applicants but often lack in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content. …”
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IMPACT OF STATE HEALTH PREVENTION FINANCING PROGRAMS ON THE ACTIVITIES OF HEALTH PROTECTION ENVIRONMENTS IN UKRAINE by Raisa Nikitenko, Hanna Panchenko, Oksana Dulina, Viktoriya Latysheva, Orysia Liubinska

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The practices and challenges of accelerated educational programs in North Wollo zone, Amhara region, Ethiopia by Yimer Gobezie Shiferaw, Sindew Asmare Wedi, Sindew Asmare Wedi

“…Preliminary activities, including stakeholder validation workshops, were conducted at multiple administrative levels. However, the program encountered serious financial limitations such as delayed fund disbursement, insufficient training budgets, and lack of incentives for implementers. …”
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Point-Prevalence Survey of Antimicrobial Use in Benin Hospitals: The Need for Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs by Sarah Delfosse, Carine Laurence Yehouenou, Angèle Dohou, Dessièdé Ariane Fiogbe, Olivia Dalleur

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> These findings highlight the critical need for implementing antimicrobial stewardship programs, expanding diagnostic laboratory capacity to minimize empirical prescribing, and strengthening medical student training to ensure quality and rational antibiotic use, thereby addressing the growing challenge of resistance in resource-limited settings.…”
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Training teachers to teach PISA-like reading: A case in Indonesia by Emi Emilia, Eva Tuckyta Sari Sujatna, Nia Kurniasih

“…The study uses a program evaluation with the data collected from four sources, including a phase of training, pre- and post-tests, collection of PISA-like reading materials, and questionnaires distributed before and after the training program. …”
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