Accurate Prediction of Compression Index of Normally Consolidated Soils Using Artificial Neural Networks by Ali Ulvi Uzer

“…The data set, which was structured as a matrix with dimensions of 458 × 6, included input parameters such as the natural water content, liquid limit, plastic limit, plastic index and initial void ratio, as well as information on the compression index, which was the output variable. …”
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Evaluating Heart Rate Variability as a Biomarker for Autonomic Function in Parkinson’s Disease Rehabilitation: A Clustering-Based Analysis of Exercise-Induced Changes by Ahmed M. Basri, Ahmad F. Turki

“…In Parkinson’s disease (PD), HRV impairments indicate altered autonomic balance, which may be modifiable through structured exercise interventions. This study investigates the effects of aerobic exercise on HRV in patients with PD and evaluates autonomic adaptations to rehabilitation. …”
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Experiences of Adults Living with Ankylosing Spondylitis-related Inflammatory Low Back Pain: A Qualitative Study by Lolwah AlRashed AlHumaid

“…A total of 19 adults with AS-related inflammatory low back pain (AS-ILBP) (mean age 47.8 years [SD 11.2]) participated in semi-structured face-to-face interviews. All interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, coded, and analyzed thematically. …”
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Universal public health insurance for Afghan refugees in Iran: a contextual analysis by Sahar Amuzadeh-Araei, Amirhossein Takian, Alireza Jabbari

“…Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 22 key individuals, including managers and experts from the Health Insurance Organization, the Bureau for Aliens and Foreign Immigrants Affairs (BAFIA), the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), refugee researchers, educated Afghan refugees, and healthcare service providers. …”
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Undergraduate students’ perception of the Indian dental curriculum: A focus-group based, multi-centric questionnaire survey by Rhythm Bains, Vaishnavi Parikh, Pragya Pandey

“…Aim: the present study was designed to take a student's perception regarding the current dental education curriculum. Methodology: A structured, pre-validated questionnaire made on Google Forms was shared amongst participants pursuing undergraduate dental program in a DCI recognized dental college via e-mail, Facebook or WhatsApp. …”
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Need and challenges of palliative care in tribal people: a qualitative analysis by S. B. Keerthana, A. Kubendran

“…The researchers used semi-structured interviews and observation as data collection methods. …”
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Public Opinion on Community Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training: a Survey of Inhabitants of the Crimean Peninsula by A. A. Birkun, Y. A. Kosova

“…The study was aimed to determine the extent of community CPR training, level of CPR knowledge, willingness and motivation to learn CPR among the population of the Crimea.Materials and methods.The representative sample of adult residents of the Crimean Peninsula (n=384) has been surveyed by means of individual structured interview from November 2017 to January 2018. …”
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Knowledge and Practices on Prevention of Overweight and Obesity Among Secondary School Adolescents in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania by Safiness S. Msollo, Nuria K. Majaliwa

“…Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a semi-structured questionnaire. Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) Version 25 was used for descriptive statistics to describe the study variables and logistic regression to identify factors associated with knowledge and practices on prevention of overweight and obesity. …”
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Current State and Challenges of Local Production of Vaccines in Nigeria by Obi Peter Adigwe, Godspower Onavbavba, Olajide Joseph Adebola, Anthony Ayeke, Saheed Ekundayo Sanyaolu, Kenneth Anene Agu

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What Factors Influence Patient Measures of Safety Among Adults? by Kim Y, Nam E

“…From February 7 to February 12, 2024, data were collected through a structured on-line questionnaire consisting of items about general characteristics, patient safety knowledge, nurse–patient interaction, experience of patient participation, willingness to participate in patient safety, and patient measures of safety involving 330 adults. …”
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Analysis of the selection of medical residents of the University of Cartagena, Colombia, in the Covid-19 pandemic period by Marlene Duran Lengua, Virna Caraballo Osorio, Rita Sierra Merlano

“…Evaluation of resumes, worth 30% of the total score. 3. Structured interview, worth 10% of the total score. …”
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Aplastic Anaemia Disease Burden From the Patient Perspective and Quality of Life in Zimbabwe by A. Maramba and J. Mupini by Maramba A, Mupini J, Munyati S, Maboreke TC, Manasa J, Gwanzura L

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Soft Medical Form with Nanoparticles to Stop Bleeding: Substantiation of Composition and Technology of Obtaining by Yu. N. Barsukova, O. A. Melnikova

“…This dependence is characteristic of systems with a plastic type of flow and characterizes the samples under study as a structured dispersed system. It was also found that the samples of the soft dosage form had thixotropic properties. …”
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Prevalence of Childhood Illnesses and Care-Seeking Practices in Rural Uganda by Anthony K. Mbonye

“…Prevalence of childhood illnesses and care-seeking practices were obtained using a structured questionnaire supplemented by in-depth interviews. …”
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Veterinary-led interventions and owner perceptions of male cat sterilization: Insights from a community-based initiative in Malang, Indonesia by Albiruni Haryo, Handayu Untari

“…Conclusion: This study demonstrates that structured, culturally attuned, veterinary-led community interventions can achieve high compliance in male cat sterilization. …”
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Harnessing community conversations for gender-responsive engagement in livestock management in Ethiopia: a methodological reflection by Mamusha Lemma, Biruk Alemu Gemeda, Theodore Knight-Jones

“…We selected and trained local facilitators in the CC methodology and documentation process. They used structured facilitation guides and documentation tools to lead conversations. …”
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Social determinants of tuberculosis in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a qualitative study by Yeshewas Abaynew, Ahmed Ali, Girma Taye

“…Key informant interviews were conducted with healthcare workers managing TB patients and individuals with TB who presented at selected health centers. A semi-structured interview guide was used to collect the data. …”
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Using Peer-Assisted Learning to Enhance Clinical Reasoning Skills in Undergraduate Nursing Students: A Study in Iraq by Hamarash MQ, Ibrahim RH, Yaas MH, Almushhadany OI, Al Mukhtar SH

“…Across all levels, PAL fostered collaboration and community, which are essential for healthcare practice.Conclusion: PAL effectively supports nursing students’ cognitive and social development, preparing them for healthcare’s collaborative and reflective nature. Integrating structured PAL programs into nursing curricula can enhance academic performance, motivation, and professional identity, fostering resilient and community-oriented healthcare professionals.Keywords: critical thinking, peer-assisted, undergraduate nursing education, teaching strategies, challenges, methods, Iraq…”
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Carvedilol monotherapy and lifestyle modification among young patients with arterial hypertension and overweight/obesity in primary healthcare settings by G. I. Nechaeva, E. N. Loginova, M. I. Shupina, Yu. V. Tereshchenko

“…In addition, the main group (MG; n=32) received non-pharmaceutical structured intervention “School for AH Patient”. At baseline and after 24 weeks of the therapy, the levels of BP, QoL, body mass index (BMI), biochemical parameters, and RFs were assessed. …”
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Factors impacting university students' quality of life. by Munir Ibn Mahin, Md Shamsur Rahman, Sk Mustafizur Rahman, Fahmida Binte Ilias, Md Mehedi Hasan, Mafia Akter, Abdul Rabbi Mredul

“…Data were obtained using the WHOQoL-BREF, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES), and a structured questionnaire that included information pertaining to sociodemographic and lifestyle variables.…”
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