Advancing Anaesthetist Rostering Quality: A Practical Approach Toward Fairness and Efficiency by Norizal Abdullah, Masri Ayob, Meng Chun Lam, Nasser R. Sabar, Graham Kendall, Liu Chian Yong

“…The proposed model optimises the roster by satisfying mandatory constraints first (such as legal requirements), and then minimising soft constraint violations, such as employee preferences, through iterative refinement. The evaluation function assesses roster quality by minimising penalties for soft constraint violations. …”
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Clone-Specific Response in Leaf Nitrate Reductase Activity among Unrelated Hybrid Poplars in relation to Soil Nitrate Availability by Julien Fortier, Benoit Truax, France Lambert, Daniel Gagnon, Normand Chevrier

“…These results provide evidence that NO3- assimilation in leaves varies widely among hybrid poplars of different parentages, suggesting potential preferences for N forms.…”
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Aging towards walkable futures: insights from a multidisciplinary workshop held in Barcelona, Spain by Enric Vall-Garcia, Laura Delgado-Ortiz, Lisa Alcock, Laura Coll-Planas, José Augusto García-Navarro, Susanne Iwarsson, Josep Maria Jansà, Carl-Philipp Jansen, Sarah Koch, Simon Schwartz, Merja Rantakokko, Adelaida Sarukhan, Willeke van Staalduinen, Lynn Rochester, Judith Garcia-Aymerich

“…Participants highlighted the relevance of a better and more comprehensive assessment of walking; the need to shift focus towards comprehensive health that considers physical, emotional and social aspects as well as individuals’ preferences and expectations; and the importance of translating research into action. …”
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Approche comparative de la latéralité manuelle des primates humains et non humains by Pauline Fresnais, Louise Ducroix, Adrien Meguerditchian

“…Ainsi, la majorité des études conduites sur différentes espèces de primates non humains a montré que les préférences manuelles sont sensibles au type de tâche. …”
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Productivity loss due to menstruation-related symptoms: a nationwide cross-sectional survey among 32 748 women by Mark E Schoep, Eddy M M Adang, Jacques W M Maas, Bianca De Bie, Johanna W M Aarts, Theodoor E Nieboer

“…Objective To evaluate age-dependent productivity loss caused by menstruation-related symptoms, measured in absenteeism (time away from work or school) and presenteeism (productivity loss while present at work or school).Methods Design/setting: internet-based, cross-sectional survey conducted in the Netherlands from July to October 2017.Participants: 32 748 women aged 15–45 years, recruited through social media.Outcome measures: self-reported lost productivity in days, divided into absenteeism and presenteeism; impact of menstrual symptoms; reasons women give when calling in sick; and women’s preferences regarding the implications of menstruation-related symptoms for schools and workplaces.Results A total of 13.8% (n=4514) of all women reported absenteeism during their menstrual periods with 3.4% (n=1108) reporting absenteeism every or almost every menstrual cycle. …”
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A qualitative study on the impact and participation in the AGELESS multidomain intervention: Insights from older adults with cognitive frailty and their caregivers by Ying Qian Ong, Suzana Shahar, A’isyah Mohd Safien, Norhayati Ibrahim, Ai-Vyrn Chin, Francesca Mangialasche, Miia Kivipelto, Devinder Kaur Ajit Singh

“…It was noted that they showed preference for in-person sessions over virtual ones. …”
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Integrating frailty interventions into existing care models: a comprehensive approach to enhancing patient outcomes in chronic disease management by Izabella Uchmanowicz, Izabella Uchmanowicz, Kenneth M. Faulkner, Paolo Iovino, Adrian Kwaśny, Stanisław Surma, Camilla Elena Magi, Grzegorz K. Jakubiak, Yari Longobucco, Dawid Janczak, Alina Rak-Pasikowska, Michał Czapla, Michał Czapla, Bartosz Uchmanowicz

“…Second, it highlights the value of personalized interventions, such as dietary modifications, exercise programs, and cognitive training, tailored to individual patient needs and preferences. Third, the review underscores the critical role of multidisciplinary care teams in providing holistic and coordinated care, leveraging the expertise of diverse healthcare professionals. …”
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THE EFFECT OF MOTIVATION ON THE MOTOR ACTIVITIES OF STUDENTS UNDER DIFFERENT PHYSICAL EDUCATION APPROACHES by E. M. Revenko, V. A. Salnikov

“…A sports-oriented approach is focused on preferences and interests of each student. The approach provides a free choice of the most attractive kinds of activity which gives a feeling of satisfaction and self-confidence, and consequently, enhances motivation to physical selfimprovement through visiting fitness centres and gyms which, in turn, will ensure good health in the future.…”
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Implicit bias in referrals to relational psychological therapies: review and recommendations for mental health services by Chenai Mandangu, Anne Millicent Ramos, Mohona Sengupta, Rosslyn Bender, Reem El-Hayani, Ifrah Hasan, Hannah Okechukwu, Shafeena Anas, Dominik Havsteen-Franklin

“…The analysis revealed that bias development mechanisms in referral decisions occurred across five key domains: resource allocation, organizational procedures, clinical roles, decision-making, and referral preferences. These domains highlight organizational and practitioner-level factors contributing to disparities in access to psychological therapies.DiscussionFindings suggest that implicit biases within referral processes can limit equitable access to psychological therapies, particularly relational therapies that emphasize therapeutic alliance and patient-centered care. …”
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A qualitative study of how clinicians reach agreement in perioperative pathway development: the Consensus Model for Standardising Healthcare by Lisa Pagano, Janet C. Long, Emilie Francis-Auton, Andrew Hirschhorn, Gaston Arnolda, Jeffrey Braithwaite, Mitchell N. Sarkies

“…Where there was ambiguous evidence for a pathway component, clinicians based their decisions on a desire for professional autonomy, consideration of how their peers practice, patient preferences, practices from external organisations, or the feasibility of implementing the pathway component. …”
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Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment: current treatment approaches by A.V. Doga, D.O. Shkvorchenko, L.A. Kryl, M.R. Taevere, D.A. Buryakov

“…Therefore, there is disagreement regarding preferences for surgery. This paper discusses routine and promising surgical techniques for RRD, compare these techniques, and reviews novel technologies and randomized clinical studies that will sign ificantly improve surgical outcomes.…”
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Ichthyoarchaeological perspectives on roles of fish and red meat during Indus Civilization in Gujarat, India by G. S. Abhayan, Pramod P. Joglekar, Pramod P. Joglekar, P. Ajithprasad, S. V. Rajesh, Pankaj Goyal, Brad Chase, Jeevan Kharakwal, Prabodh Shirvalkar

“…This paper offers insights into a more nuanced role of fish in the diet, tailored to the tastes and preferences of consumers, rather than being a secondary or incidental food source, alongside mammalian meat during the Harappan Civilization in the Gujarat region.…”
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Physical activity and depression by Monika Wojtasik, Katarzyna Żak, Adam Załóg, Maria Nowak, Edyta Pietryszak, Wojciech Kulej, Paulina Szołtek, Rafał Pardela, Marcel Paruzel, Martyna Łęcka

“…The importance of adapting training programs to individual needs and preferences of patients is also emphasized. As a result, the article provides a comprehensive overview of current knowledge regarding the role of physical activity in the prevention and therapy of depressive disorders, with the hope of inspiring further research and refining intervention strategies in the field of mental health. …”
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Factors Associated With Adolescents' Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Intention: A Cross‐Sectional Survey by Angela Chia‐Chen Chen, ChengChing Hiya Liu, Kimberly Arcoleo, Jiying Ling, Lorraine B. Robbins

“…We also investigated adolescents' experiences and preferences regarding learning about HPV through social media and other technology, to inform future tailored interventions. …”
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Challenges for Creating Resilience in Minorities and Female Workers, and the Role of Flexibility in Work Environments: A Mixed Method Study by Dawn Adams-Harmon, Aleisha Lewis, Jung Ah (Claire) Yun

“…The impetus of this research was to ascertain future workers’ preferences for remote, hybrid, and live work situations. …”
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Multi-Scale Spatio-Temporal Evolution Characteristics and Influencing Factors of Jobs-Housing Balance in Shenzhen in the Context of COVID-19 Pandemic by Duan Lipeng, Gu Zhihui, Zhang Yan, Liu Qian

“…The outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, subsequent pandemic containment measures, and economic fallout have had a profound impact on people's employment choices, residential preferences, and travel habits. However, limited empirical studies have investigated longitudinal changes in the jobs-housing relationship, which is a critical intersection of these three elements during the global health crisis. …”
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How the nursing work environment moderates the relationship between clinical judgment and person-centered care among intensive care unit nurses. by Mi Hwa Seo, Eun A Kim, Hae Ran Kim

“…<h4>Background</h4>Person-centered care focuses on individualized care that respects patients' values, preferences, and autonomy. To enhance the quality of critical care nursing, institutions need to identify the factors influencing ICU nurses' ability to provide person-centered care. …”
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Early discharge and international air transport of a traveler with exacerbating comorbidities and pneumomediastinum: a case report by Miho Akimoto, Soichiro Saeki, Yuki Kiyomoto, Hirosane Takeshima, Naofumi Higuchi, Takako Mori, Yasuyo Osanai, Chihaya Hinohara, Takeshi Inagaki

“…Conclusion This case highlights the complexities of patient preferences, medical risks, and insurance limitations when evaluating air travel safety. …”
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Developing climate-resilient rice varieties (BRRI dhan97 and BRRI dhan99) suitable for salt-stress environments in Bangladesh. by Sanjoy K Debsharma, M Akhlasur Rahman, Mahmuda Khatun, Ribed F Disha, Nusrat Jahan, Md Ruhul Quddus, Hasina Khatun, Sharifa S Dipti, Md Ibrahim, K M Iftekharuddaula, Md Shahjahan Kabir

“…Eight parents with high EBVs (IR83484-3-B-7-1-1-1, IR87870-6-1-1-1-1-B, BR8992-B-18-2-26, HHZ5-DT20-DT2-DT1, HHZ12-SAL2-Y3-Y2, BR8980-B-1-3-5, BRRI dhan67, and Binadhan-10) might be used to develop new segregating breeding materials. Based on farmer preferences and grain acceptability, three genotypes (IR83484-3-B-7-1-1-1, HHZ5-DT20-DT2-DT1, and HHZ12-SAL2-Y3-Y2) were the winning and best ones. …”
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The humble charm of modern stereotypes about fo­reigners and yasak in Russia during the 16th–17th centuries by Samigulov G.Kh.

“…The authors usually do not provide any real justification for this point of view, but if they try to do so, they point to restrictions regarding unbaptized yasak and service people and to baptism as a way to obtain additional preferences (implementing a rise in social standing). …”
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