Development of a photoacoustic acquisition system and their proof-of-concept for hemoglobin detection by Bruna Pinheiro, Vânia Pinto, Hugo Dinis, Michael Belsley, Susana Catarino, Graça Minas, Paulo Sousa

“…PA systems combine an illumination source to excite the sample molecules, with an ultrasound sensor to measure the generated ultrasonic waves, combining the advantages of optics and acoustic methodologies to safely acquire tridimensional signals and images at various depths.This work is focused on the design, implementation and test of an acquisition electronics circuit, based on the PA principle, for hemoglobin (Hb) detection, aiming towards a future integration within an OoC platform. …”
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Developing and Implementing a Colorectal Cancer Screening Program in Uganda: Stakeholder Perceived Barriers and Opportunities by Nicholas Matovu, Helen G. Coleman, Gerald Mutungi, Michael Donnelly, Lynne Lohfeld, Brian T. Johnston, Maurice B. Loughrey, Noleb M. Mugisha, Charlene M. McShane

“…Conclusion There are substantive barriers to CRC screening program development and implementation in Uganda. However, there are signs, like the development of a cancer control plan, that suggest a shift towards strategic planning and allocation of resources at a population level for addressing the issues of cancer prevention and care, including CRC. …”
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Facilitators and barriers to implementing and sustaining facility-based stillbirth reviews in India: a qualitative study by Yebeen Ysabelle Boo, Rupanjali Deka, Aliki Christou, Uchenna Gwacham-Anisiobi, Jenny Gong, Monica Lakhanpaul, Jennifer J. Kurinczuk, Manisha Nair

“…Reflective motivation, specifically, the beliefs in the benefits of stillbirth reviews for both the facility and the community, was a notable factor in the willingness of healthcare professionals to implement and sustain stillbirth reviews despite system-level barriers. …”
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A qualitative exploration of the implementation facilitators and challenges of a community health worker program to address health disparities for people recently released from inc... by Quinn O. Hood, Natalia Irvine, Krina Shah, Shahmir H. Ali, Tamar Adjoian Mezzacca, Michael Serrano, Lorna E. Thorpe, Terry T. K. Huang, Maria R. Khan, Nadia Islam

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Lessons from developing, implementing and sustaining a participatory partnership for children’s surgical care in Tanzania by Shobhana Nagraj, Godfrey Sama Philipo, Zaitun M Bokhary

“…We aim to share our experience on developing, implementing and sustaining a partnership in global children’s surgery in Tanzania. …”
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Organization Theory for Implementation Science (OTIS): reflections and recommendations by Sarah A. Birken, Jure Baloh, Michelle C. Kegler, Terry T.-K. Huang, Matthew Lee, Prajakta Adsul, Grace Ryan, Alexandra Peluso, Cheyenne Wagi, Aliza Randazzo, Megan A. Mullins, Kristin E. Morrill, Linda K. Ko

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Analyzing the impact of battery technical performance and driving conditions on the overall economic feasibility of a Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) system implemented in the Japan electric power exchange (JEPX) market by Muhammad Arsalan, Etoju Jacob, Zifei Nie, Hooman Farzaneh

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THE ANALYSIS OF CHANGES OF NORMATIVE LEGAL ACTS AFFECTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF PROCUREMENT OF SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED BUSINESS by T. Lysenko

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Navigating the Road to Immunization Equity: Systematic Review of Challenges in Introducing New Vaccines into Sub-Saharan Africa’s Health Systems by Soulama Fousseni, Patrice Ngangue, Abibata Barro, Sophie Wendkoaghenda Ramde, Luc Thierry Bihina, Marie Nicole Ngoufack, Souleymane Bayoulou, Gbetogo Maxime Kiki, Ouedraogo Salfo

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The experience of implementing a social health insurance programme at health facilities in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan by Shifa Salman Habib, Anum Shaikh, Kiran Sohail Azeemi, Waqas Hameed, Junaid Ur Rehman Siddiqui, Ali Hussaini, Asma Altaf Hussain Merchant, Adil Haider, Sameen Siddiqi

“…Data were analyzed using NVivo software, applying a mix of deductive and inductive approaches. Results: Strengths and enablers included a comprehensive benefits package design, a robust third-party administrative system, and the digitization of health management information systems for efficiency. …”
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Efficient Implementation of Radar Imaging Techniques Including Time Gating Clutter Removal for Through the Walls Applications by Orlandino Testa, Stefano Pisa, Renato Cicchetti

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Implementing a hospital-based case management intervention for people experiencing homelessness: the navigator program by Jesse I. R. Jenkinson, Dinesh Moro, Oluwagbenga Dada, Kate Francombe Pridham, Jeremy Cygler, Stephen W. Hwang

“…Results A core aspect of successful implementation and program uptake was that all participants saw a need for the program. …”
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Pragmatism and feasibility: A qualitative study of experiences implementing and upgrading care in geriatric emergency departments by Anita Chary, Annika Bhananker, Vivian Ramont, Lauren Southerland, Aanand Naik, Kyler Godwin, Maura Kennedy

“…The interview guide was based on the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR), a framework consisting of a comprehensive set of factors that impact implementation of evidence‐based interventions. …”
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Implementing primary care concepts in higher education: a mixed method study in Flanders (Belgium) by Lotte Vanneste, Sam Pless, Sandra Martin, Emily Verté, Roy Remmen, Pauline Boeckxstaens, Peter Pype, Reini Haverals, Dagje Boeykens, Dominique Van de Velde, Patricia De Vriendt, on behalf of the Primary Care Academy

“…The PCA focusses on the concepts of goal-oriented care, self-management, and interprofessional collaboration to support the shift towards integrated care and to integrate them in curricula in order to strengthen and develop a futureproof health system. Therefore, the aim of this study is if and how lecturers implement these concepts in the curriculum and what they need for a successful implementation. …”
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Toward implementing an efficient gateway for wireless sensor networks by Gundars Miezitis, Romans Taranovs

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Hierarchical Controlled Joint Remote Implementation of the Partially Unknown Operations of m Qudits via m High-Dimensional Entangled States by Ruiheng Jing, Qi Lan, Ping Zhou

“…We present a protocol for the hierarchical controlled joint remote implementation of the partially unknown operations of m qudits belonging to some restricted sets by using m multiparticle high-dimensional entangled states as the quantum channel. …”
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Evaluating the use of blockchain technology and identifying critical success factors for the successful implementation of renewable energy projects in sub-Saharan Africa by Love Opeyemi David, Nnamdi Ikechi Nwulu, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa, Adeyemi Adepoju, Omoseni Oyindamola Adepoju

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Variational quantum algorithm for low-dimensional systems in the Pauli basis by D.O. Golov, N.A. Petrov, A.N. Tsirulev

“…The states of the quantum system in the form of a density operator and its model Hamiltonian are represented by expansions in the Pauli basis. …”
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Personalised higher education based on microcourses: Possible ways of implementation by L. O. Denishcheva, I. S. Safuanov, Yu. A. Semenyachenko

“…In order for the training to be personalised, the knowledge, competencies, behaviuoral models and approaches that need to be learned must be presented to a student in such a way that they have a value sense, are relevant and arouse his/her desire to learn even more.The problem of the study is the lack of sound methods for implementing a personalised approach in higher education. …”
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Implementing generative AI (GenAI) in higher education: A systematic review of case studies by Marina Belkina, Scott Daniel, Sasha Nikolic, Rezwanul Haque, Sarah Lyden, Peter Neal, Sarah Grundy, Ghulam M. Hassan

“…The introduction of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) tools, like ChatGPT, into higher education heralds a transformative era, reshaping instructional methods, enhancing student support systems, and redefining the educational landscape. …”
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