A systems approach to sustainable finance: Actors, influence mechanisms, and potentially virtuous cycles of sustainability by Beatrice Crona, Garry Peterson, Megan Meacham, Giorgio Parlato, Steven J. Lade, Juan C. Rocha, Victor Galaz

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Communicating to the Intellect, Heart, and Person: A Model Describing Participants’ Experience of Goals of Care Discussions Conducted During Acute Inpatient Care by Joshua S. Lee, Katrielle Joy X.Y. Fu, Lynn Wiryasaputra, Celestine Z.Q. Lim, Paul Victor Patinadan, Joseph Y.J. Ong, Andy H.Y. Ho, Tricia S.H. Yung

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Immune predictors of response to immune checkpoint inhibitors in mismatch repair-deficient endometrial cancer by Etienne Rouleau, Ana Oaknin, Christophe Klein, Alexandra Leary, Sebastien Gouy, Patricia Pautier, Catherine Genestie, Amandine Maulard, Judith Michels, Marco de Bruyn, Emeline Colomba-Blameble, Annechien Plat, Juan Francisco Grau Bejar, Elisa Yaniz Galende, Qinghe Zeng, Audrey Le Formal, Elodie Edmond, Maëva Moreau

“…However not all responses and predictors of primary resistance are lacking.Methods We compared the immune tumor microenvironment of MMRd EC ICI-responders (Rs) and ICI non-responders (NRs), using spatial multiplexed immune profiling and unsupervised hierarchical clustering analysis.Results Overall, NRs exhibited drastically lower CD8+, absent terminally differentiated T cells, lack of mature tertiary lymphoid structures and dendritic cells, as well as loss of human leukocyte antigen class I. …”
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A Narrative Review on Advancing Pediatric Oral Health: Comprehensive Strategies for the Prevention and Management of Dental Challenges in Children by Sung-Ying Han, Chia-Lin Chang, Yung-Li Wang, Ching-Shuen Wang, Wei-Ju Lee, Thi Thuy Tien Vo, Yuh-Lien Chen, Chueh-Yi Cheng, I-Ta Lee

“…Oral health is fundamental to overall well-being, especially in childhood, when dental structures and lifelong habits are established. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of children’s dental development, common oral health challenges, and evidence-based preventive strategies. …”
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Blood Biomarker‐Based Predictive Indicator for Liver Metastasis in Alpha‐Fetoprotein‐Producing Gastric Cancer and Multi‐Omics Tumor Microenvironment Insights by Yongfeng Ding, Yiran Chen, Jing Zhang, Qingrui Wang, Songting Zhu, Junjie Jiang, Chao He, Jincheng Wang, Laizhen Tou, Jingwei Zheng, Bicheng Chen, Sizhe Hu, Xiongfei Yu, Haohao Wang, Yimin Lu, Mei Kong, Yanyan Chen, Haiyong Wang, Haibin Zhang, Hongxia Xu, Fei Teng, Xian Shen, Nong Xu, Jian Ruan, Zhan Zhou, Jun Lu, Lisong Teng

“…Single‐cell RNA sequencing and multiplex immunofluorescence identified the potential roles of tumor‐associated neutrophils and tertiary lymphoid structures in shaping the immune microenvironment. These findings are validated in a real‐world cohort receiving anti‐programmed cell death 1 (anti‐PD‐1) therapy, which showed concordant effectiveness. …”
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Hood technique with the extraperitoneal approach for single port robot-assisted radical prostatectomy by Narmina Khanmammadova, Andrew S. Afyouni, Kristene Myklak, Andrei D. Cumpanas, Daniel Jiang, Sohrab N. Ali, Tuan Thanh Nguyen, Catherine Fung, Caroline Nguyen, Mohammed Shahait, David I. Lee

“…Introduction: The Hood technique focuses on preserving key periurethral structures to enhance urinary continence recovery. Here, we describe the extraperitoneal approach for the Hood technique for single-port robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (SP-RARP). …”
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Innovation through recycling in Iron Age plaster technology at Tell el-Burak, Lebanon by Silvia Amicone, Adriano Orsingher, Emma Cantisani, Sara Calandra, Kamal Badreshany, Cynthianne Spiteri, Christoph Berthold, Hélène Sader, Aaron Schmitt, Jens Kamlah

“…The analysis extended to two other plastered installations found in separate rooms within the complex, allowing for a comprehensive comparison. An integrated program of archaeometric analysis, including optical microscopy in polarising light, X-ray powder diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, thermogravimetry, and organic residue analysis, was applied to samples from these three structures to investigate plaster composition and technological variability. …”
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The “tyranny of distance”: community-based veteran suicide prevention in Guam by Joanna R. Sells, Joanna R. Sells, Kelly A. Stearns-Yoder, Kelly A. Stearns-Yoder, Molly E. Penzenik, Molly E. Penzenik, Nazanin H. Bahraini, Nazanin H. Bahraini, Nazanin H. Bahraini, Molly J. Sullan, Molly J. Sullan, Molly J. Sullan, Selena Cruz, Selena Cruz, Lindsey L. Monteith, Lindsey L. Monteith, Lisa A. Brenner, Lisa A. Brenner, Lisa A. Brenner, Lisa A. Brenner

“…Findings highlight unique risk and protective factors faced by those living in Guam, as well as the utility of structured community-based suicide prevention strategies to make change among those living in island communities that are geographically distant from the mainland.…”
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Affordances and Core Features of Successful Digital Courses Design in Higher Education by Rouhollah Khodabandelou, Ahmed Mohamed Fahmy Yousef, Abdelrahman Elhaj

“…The findings highlight three primary affordances as most significant for successful digital course design: Structured Learning Environment (SLE), Active Learning and Engagement (AL&E), and Learner-Centered Design (LCD). …”
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Experimental Study and FEM Analysis on the Strengthening of Masonry Brick Walls Using Expanded Steel Plates and Shotcrete with and Without Glass Fiber Reinforcement by Zeynep Yaman, Alper Cumhur, Elif Ağcakoca, Muhammet Zeki Özyurt, Muhammed Maraşlı, Mohammad Saber Sadid, Abdulsalam Akrami, Azizullah Rasuly

“…Overall, the proposed strengthening techniques provided significant improvements in the seismic resistance and energy absorption capacity of masonry walls, offering practical and reliable solutions to enhance the safety and durability of existing masonry structures.…”
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Review of community-based interventions for people with serious mental illness, focusing on learning instrumental activities of daily living and enhancing wellbeing by Emi Patmisari, Yunong Huang, Carla McLaren, Pankhuri Bhatia, Mark Orr, Sumathi Govindasamy, Emily Hielscher, Helen McLaren

“…Thematic analysis identified five key mechanisms for success: individualised goal-setting, structured programs with practical learning, engagement of support systems, integration into daily life, and use of innovative technologies. …”
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The evolution of online extensive reading and web-based platforms in EFL/ESL: A narrative review of impacts, challenges, and future directions by Amine Ounissi, Raihana Romly, Azza Jauhar Ahmad Tajuddin, Md. Kamrul Hasan

“…Adopting a narrative review methodology, this study utilises a structured literature matrix to synthesise findings, critically analyse, and evaluate key data from diverse research studies, offering a comprehensive understanding of OER’s pedagogical implications. …”
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A Deep Learning-Based Probabilistic Approach for Non-Destructive Testing of Aircraft Components Using Laser Ultrasonic Data by Adriano Liso, Cosimo Patruno, Angelo Cardellicchio, Pierfrancesco Ardino, Nicola Gallo, Giuseppe del Prete, Valerio Dentico, Veronica Vespini, Sara Coppola, Pietro Ferraro, Vito Reno

“…Composite structures are commonly used in complex applications such as automotive and aerospace due to their high strength-to-weight ratio. …”
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A phenomenological study of sports development in schools and society of Ardabil city from the perspective of teachers and professionals by Kamal Nosrati Heshi, Mohammad Azimi, Morteza Golshani Gahraz, Zahra khademi Astaneh

“…Data were collected using in-depth and semi-structured interviews; the research questions were answered through interviews with people. …”
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Digital branding adoption by specialty eatery start-ups in the post-pandemic environment in India by Aman Sharma, Bhuvanesh Kumar Sharma, Sneha Rajput, Aashish Mehra, Uma Gulati

“…The data was analysed using the AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structures) program. The study concludes that digital branding plays a crucial role as an independent branding strategy and enhances the performance of specialty eatery start-ups in the post-pandemic era. …”
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Nurturing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries to Strengthen Food Sovereignty in Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut by Meghan Lindsay Brockington, Tiff-Annie Kenny, Mélanie Lemire, Hing Man Chan, Dennis Nauyavik, Philip Loring, Jane Parmley, Matthew Little

“…This qualitative case study prioritizes Inuit voices in Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut, to explore the complex role of small-scale fisheries in advancing food security, sovereignty, and community well-being. Semi-structured interviews (n=15) were conducted with Elders, experienced commercial fish harvesters, and local decision-makers. …”
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Decision-makers’ perspectives on the implementation of COVID-19 self-testing in Mozambique by E. Mavume-Mangunyane, S. Issufo, S. Ndima, E. Valverde, R.R. Peregrino, B. Tasca, C. Penicela, I. Andrade, C. Botão, P.G. Malate, R. Powers, L. Tsope, L. Chimoyi, C. Mulder, I. Spruijt, S. Keller

“…METHODS: We conducted semi-structured interviews with decision-makers involved in COVID-19 diagnosis, management, and policy development. …”
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Collaboration between educational institutions and families from the perspective of pedagogical and professional staff in schools and students of preschool and elementary pedagogy by Annamária Šimšíková, Miroslav Gejdoš

“…Material and methods To collect empirical data, we used a non-standardized semi-structured questionnaire. We processed the obtained empirical data through frequency analysis and univariate statistics. …”
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Roles of health promotion researchers in the planning stages of a global urban health promotion initiative: understandings identified from an interview-based case study by Sophie Meyer, Sophie Meyer, Nathalia González-Jaramillo, Annika Frahsa, Annika Frahsa

“…Amid this epistemology, researchers’ understanding of their roles in specific projects and programs led by different stakeholders is essential. …”
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A Methodological Approach to Measuring the Impact of TAK-003 for the Prevention of Dengue in Dourados, Brazil: Optimizing Strategies for Public Health by Benedetta Ghezzi, Cristina Valencia, Roberto Dias de Oliveira, Daniel Tsuha, Waldno Lucena Júnior, Alberta Di Pasquale, Morgan Mc Namara, Juliana Senra, Denise Abud, Julio Croda

“…The selection of analytical methods, such as time series analysis, was dependent on the national and local structures of the databases and data availability.…”
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