The REPowerEU Plan and the Transition to Green Energy in Romania by Violeta Mihaela Dincă, Simona Moagăr-Poladian, Tănase Stamule, Puiu Nistoreanu

“…The data was processed with the structural equation modelling (SEM) and the results revealed that market (economic), technological and administrative obstacles affect with a major impact the implementation of renewable energy technologies in Romania. …”
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Decolonizing global health: a scoping review by Deena Mehjabeen, Kyle Patel, Rahul M. Jindal

“…We call for broader structural reforms, including equitable funding allocation, the decolonization of research agendas, and the dismantling of hierarchical systems that privilege voices from the Global North over the Global South. …”
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How self-efficacy shapes professional identity: the mediating role of meaning in life and self-esteem in pre-service physical education teachers by Pu Sun, Ke Ma, Xiaohong Xu, Ling Yan

“…Data on self-efficacy, meaning in life, self-esteem, and professional identity were collected through validated self-report questionnaires. Structural equation modeling was used to analyze the direct and indirect effects of self-efficacy on professional identity and to test the mediating roles of meaning in life and self-esteem. …”
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Exploring the perceptions and requirements of exergames for adolescents with depression: a qualitative study by Yuqi Chen, Xiaolong Huang, Wei Luo, Haiyan Liu, Yaqin Gao, Muyao Wang, Yan Zhang, Jingjing Liu, Changyan Zhong, Aixiang Xiao, Yu Chen

“…This study aims to investigate the perceptions and requirements regarding exergames in adolescents with depression, with the goal of designing tailored exergame intervention programs for clinical applications. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with adolescents with depression (n = 33) at a tertiary psychiatric hospital from September to November 2024. …”
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Providers' and Survivors' Perspectives on Affordability Challenges for Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment in Two Low Socioeconomic Status States of the Southern United States by Maria Pisu, Nataliya V. Ivankova, Jessica Morgan, Courtney P. Williams, Nathan C. English, Burkely P. Smith, Bayley A. Jones, Wendelyn M. Oslock, Yu‐Mei Schoenberger, Ivan I. Herbey, Daniel I. Chu

“…Methods We conducted semi‐structured interviews with 32 providers (13 surgeons and 19 other) and 36 survivors (53% colorectal, 19% pancreatic, and 28% esophageal cancer) in Alabama and Mississippi. …”
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Perspectives of the Obstetric Care Environment for Pregnant Individuals Who Have an Opioid Use Disorder by Samantha Girasulo, Caro Maltz, Maggie Weichert, Joy S. Kaufman, Amanda Mele, Karen Hunkele, Kimberly A. Yonkers, Nancy Byatt, Ariadna Forray

“…Furthermore, the present study suggests obstetricians provide in-house access to MOUD, if possible, or assist patients with referrals to care, as these may reduce the structural barriers patients face.…”
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Parameters of the internal picture of the disease and quality of life in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus by V. M. Yaltonsky, I. N. Abrosimov, T. D. Andrushkevich, E. M. Shashurina, S. K. Solovyev, E. A. Aseeva

“…Objective: to analyze the structural features of the internal picture of the disease (IPD in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and its ratio with quality of life (QOL) as an indicator of adaptation to the disease.Patients and methods. …”
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Towards a net-zero healthcare system in Kenya: Stakeholder perspectives on opportunities, challenges and priorities by Iris Martine Blom, Melvine Anyango Otieno, Susannah Mayhew, Neil Spicer, Andy Haines, Sarah Whitmee

“…Methods: This study employs qualitative methods, including 21 semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders and a Delphi consensus process, to explore stakeholder perspectives on Kenya's journey to a net-zero healthcare system. …”
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Strategies to reduce cesarean deliveries: surveying Polish midwives and midwifery students on external cephalic version practices by Maisa Manasar-Dyrbuś, Anna Janik, Cecylia Jendyk, Agnieszka Drosdzol-Cop, Anna Brzęk, Rafał Stojko, Jakub Staniczek

“…The findings emphasize the necessity of structured educational programs to improve competency and confidence in ECV, particularly in outpatient and prenatal classes. …”
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Barriers to effective communication on adult vaccination: results of in-depth interviews with the population and healthcare professionals of the Arkhangelsk Oblast by M. V. Lopatina, E. A. Kriger, N. R. Nizovtseva, A. V. Kudryavtsev, V. A. Yakovleva, V. А. Zinovieva, E. V. Usova, A. V. Kontsevaya, O. M. Drapkina

“…Based on the World Health Organization approach to adapting immunization programs, a qualitative study was conducted in May-June 2024 in the Arkhangelsk region, including 18 semi-structured personal in-depth interviews on adult vaccination with two following target groups: adult population (n=12) and health workers (n=6). …”
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Perspectives of Caregivers on Access to Health Care for Children with CKD by Chandana Guha, Rabia Khalid, Kylie-Ann Mallitt, Anita van Zwieten, Anna Francis, Siah Kim, Armando Teixeira-Pinto, Martha Aquino, Amelie Bernier-Jean, David W. Johnson, Deirdre Hahn, Donna Reidlinger, Elizabeth G. Ryan, Fiona Mackie, Hugh McCarthy, Julie Varghese, Charani Kiriwandeniya, Kirsten Howard, Nicholas Larkins, Luke Macauley, Amanda Walker, Martin Howell, Patrina Caldwell, Reginald Woodleigh, Shilpanjali Jesudason, Simon Carter, Sean Kennedy, Stephen Alexander, Steven McTaggart, Jonathan C. Craig, Carmel M. Hawley, Germaine Wong, Allison Jaure, Germaine Wong, Carmel Hawley, Allison Tong, Amanda Walker, Amelie Bernier-Jean, Anita van Zwieten, Anna Francis, Armando Teixeira-Pinto, Alistair Mallard, Chandana Guha, Charani Kiriwandeniya, David Johnson, Deirdre Hahn, Donna Reidlinger, Elaine Pascoe, Elizabeth Ryan, Fiona Mackie, Hugh J. McCarthy, Jonathan Craig, Julie Varghese, Kirsten Howard, Liza Vergara, Luke Macauley, Martin Howell, Michelle Irving, Nicholas Larkins, Patrina Caldwell, Rabia Khalid, Reg Woodleigh, Sean Kennedy, Shilpanjali Jesudason, Simon Carter, Stephen Alexander, Steve McTaggart

“…Methods: Caregivers of Australian children aged 0 to 16 years, across all CKD stages, from low socioeconomic status backgrounds, and/or residing in rural or remote areas, purposively sampled from 5 centers, participated in semi structured interviews on accessing health care. Transcripts were analyzed thematically. …”
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Perception and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic among smallholder farmers in eastern Ethiopia by Muluken Gezahegn Wordofa, Getachew Shambel Endris, Chanyalew Seyoum Aweke, Jemal Y. Hassen, Jeylan Woliye, Awol Seid, Elyas Ahmed, Hakim Hashim, Eric Ndemo Okoyo

“…This research was conducted to uncover the perception of smallholder farmers in eastern Ethiopia about the pandemic, prevention and control measures, and its impact on their livelihood. Through a semi-structured interview schedule conducted on 176 randomly selected rural households, we found a varying level of practicing the recommended COVID-19 prevention and control measures. …”
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Epidemiology of Chronic Hepatitis C in First Nations Populations in Canadian Prairie Provinces by Kate P. R. Dunn, Dennis Wardman, Maxim Trubnikov, Chris Sarin, Tom Wong, Hongqun Liu, Samuel S. Lee

“…Current structural barriers experienced by First Nations in Canada shape access and engagement for testing and treatment of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections. …”
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Higher Caloric Refeeding Is Safe in Hospitalised Adolescent Patients with Restrictive Eating Disorders by Elizabeth K. Parker, Sahrish S. Faruquie, Gail Anderson, Linette Gomes, Andrew Kennedy, Christine M. Wearne, Michael R. Kohn, Simon D. Clarke

“…Patients admitted to an adolescent ED structured “rapid refeeding” program for >48 hours and receiving ≥2400 kcal/day were included in a 3-year retrospective chart review. …”
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The impact of maximal oxygen uptake (VO₂max) on athletic performance and health - a review by Julia Charkot, Wojciech Bieńkowski, bartlomiej kusy, Michał Bieńkowski, Mikołaj Charkot, Piotr Kucharczyk, Irmina Jaszczuk, Patrycja Retman

“…Results: VO₂max is influenced by genetic, physiological, and environmental factors, and can be improved through structured endurance and high-intensity interval training. …”
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Service innovation in telecommunication: The path to customer loyalty through enhanced customer satisfaction by Manoj Kumar Chaudhary, Dinesh Mani Ghimire, Madan Dhungana, Rajesh Kumar Chaudhary, Madhav Adhikari, Shubhechchha Thapa

“…Based on a sample of 245 telecom customers, this study investigates how innovative service offerings lead to higher satisfaction levels and, in turn, greater customer loyalty. This study uses structural equation modeling (SEM) and a quantitative research approach to examine the association between customer satisfaction, customer loyalty, and service innovation in Nepal’s telecom industry. …”
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Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Deficiency: Outlines from Newborn Screening, In Silico Predictions, and Molecular Studies by Serena Catarzi, Anna Caciotti, Janita Thusberg, Rodolfo Tonin, Sabrina Malvagia, Giancarlo la Marca, Elisabetta Pasquini, Catia Cavicchi, Lorenzo Ferri, Maria A. Donati, Federico Baronio, Renzo Guerrini, Sean D. Mooney, Amelia Morrone

“…Bioinformatics predictions based on both phylogenetic conservation and functional/structural software were used to characterize the new identified variants. …”
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Colorectal cancer mortality in persons with severe mental illness: a scoping review with meta-analyses of observational studies by Paula R. Pop, Gitte S. Larsen, Mette K. Thomsen, Christoffer Johansen, Robert Zachariae, Bolette Skjødt Rafn

“…Furthermore, this evidence supports the idea that persons with SMI are a heterogenous population, and as such, any future initiatives to improve CRC outcomes for persons with SMI would warrant a tailored approach to potentiate individual resources, to mitigate stigma and structural discrimination. …”
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AI in academia: How do social influence, self-efficacy, and integrity influence researchers' use of AI models? by Benicio Gonzalo Acosta-Enriquez, Marco Arbulu Ballesteros, César Robin Vilcapoma Pérez, Olger Huamaní Jordan, Joseph Anibal Martin Vergara, Rafael Martel Acosta, Carmen Graciela Arbulu Perez Vargas, Julie Catherine Arbulú Castillo

“…The analytical methodology employed structural equation modeling and confirmatory factor analysis, grounded in an expanded version of the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 model. …”
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Knowledge, Attitude and Willingness Towards Organ Donation among People Attending Out Patient Departments of a Tertiary Care Hospital, West Bengal: A Cross-sectional Study by Bobby Syiemlieh, Obangkokla O, Mousumi Khatun, Poonam Joshi, Latha T, Jamuna R Rani, Ajay Mallick

“…The participants were interviewed using structured questionnaires on knowledge, attitude and willingness towards organ donation. …”
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