A Qualitative Research on the Determination of Toxic Personality Traits by Benan Arda, Pelin Kanten

“…Within the scope of the research, interviews were conducted with 36 participants through a semi-structured questionnaire based on different criteria such as gender, age, marital status and level of education. …”
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How practitioners conceptualize and operationalize transportation equity in Delaware’s capital expenditure process by Philip Barnes, Andrea L. Pierce, Calaia S. Jackson

“…This research project employs semi-structured interviews with key personnel in the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) and local Metropolitan Planning Organizations to illuminate their conceptualization of equity and how it influences capital expenditures for the state’s transportation systems. …”
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A Coaching-Based Training for Underrepresented Mentors in STEM by Molly E. Tuck, Kaylee A. Palomino, Julie A. Bradley, Margaret Mohr-Schroeder, Luke H. Bradley

“…These findings suggest that structured coaching-based training can build a supportive environment, benefiting both mentors and mentees.…”
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Moving Minds: How Physical Activity Shapes Motivation and Self-Concept in School Children by Slobodan Pavlović, Vladan Pelemiš, Marko Badrić, Dalibor Stević, Nebojša Mitrović

“…These findings underscore the need for well-structured and engaging physical education programs that support active participation and enhance pupils’ overall well-being.…”
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From classroom to clinic: a qualitative study of gendered experiences among nursing students and educators in Türkiye by Sevim Şen Olgay, Begüm Kırık, Esra Uğur, Hediye Arslan Özkan

“…Methods A qualitative descriptive design was employed, using semi-structured individual interviews with 14 nursing students and 15 educators. …”
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MODEL OF A MATRIX CROSSCORRELATION FUNCTION OF THE PROBING AND REFLECTED VECTOR SIGNALS FOR A CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OF A SYNTHETIC APERTURE RADAR ON AN AERIAL CARRIER by R. N. Akinshin, O. V. Esikov, D. A. Zatuchny, A. V. Peteshov

“…In order to simulate the process of design development in full on computer models, including virtual tests of the synthetic aperture radar on an air carrier in model media, the study develops a structural scheme of the conceptual design of the synthetic aperture radar on an air carrier. …”
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FINANCIAL RISK TOLERANCE AND INVESTMENT DECISIONS AMONGST SMES IN ZAMFARA STATE: THE MODERATING ROLE FINANCIAL LITERACY by Ibrahim Lawal, Habiba Ahmed Gwadabe, Adetokun Akeem Abiodun

“…The study population included formally registered enterprises, and participants were chosen through a carefully structured sampling process that ensured fair representation across different business sectors. …”
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Dignified care and associated factors among adult patients admitted to Jimma Medical Center, south west Ethiopia, 2023 by Midhagsaa Dhinsa Kitila, Abiru Neme Negewo, Asresu Feleke Bate, Birhanu Muleta Bayecha, Birhanu Wogane Ilala, Merga garoma Jatu, Misganu Diriba Olana, Mesfin Beharu Deme

“…The magnitude of dignified care was assessed through interviewer-administered structured tools. Binary and multivariable logistic regression was conducted to identify factors associated with dignified care; a P-value < 0.05 at 95% CI was used to declare a statistically significant association. …”
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The impact of paternal support on the success of exclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers in Ado-Odo/Ota local government area of Ogun State by Jelili A. QUADRI, Yetunde J. OSINOWO, Lyanu C. ALAGBE, Tobi I. AKINREMI, Bilikisu T. EDUN

“…Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, and analyzed using SPSS version 26. …”
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Standardising the administration of joint injections across the Wolverhampton NHS Trust: a service improvement project in rheumatology through the lens of medical education by Hirushi Jayasekera, Tamaraudubamo Agunbiade, S. Venkat Chalam

“…The course was oversubscribed and received excellent feedback.QI tools, including radar diagrams, process mapping, and PDSA cycles, had a crucial role in refining training and driving measurable improvements. The structured application of QI methodology successfully upskilled doctors, advancing them from 'Novice' to 'Competent'. …”
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Characterization of a MERS-related betacoronavirus in Danish brown long-eared bats (Plecotus auritus) by Camille Melissa Johnston, Vithiagaran Gunalan, Hans J. Baagøe, Anna S. Fomsgaard, Charlotta Polacek, Morten Rasmussen, Louise Lohse, Thomas Bruun Rasmussen

“…The receptor-binding potential of the spike protein to human DPP4, ACE2, and bat ACE2 orthologs was assessed through phylogenetic analysis of the receptor-binding domain (RBD), alongside homology modeling and structural analysis. Results Three samples tested positive for CoVs. …”
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A comparative study of the association between childhood trauma and depression disorder among first-year MBBS and physiotherapy students by Shraddha Jadhav, Bhoomi Jodhani, Rajesh Dase

“…Data on participants’ backgrounds and health information were collected using a structured form. The Childhood Trauma Questionnaire-Short Form (CTQ-SF) was employed to assess childhood abuse experiences, while the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D) was used to evaluate depression levels. …”
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Effect of Educational Intervention Guideline on Quality of Life among Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome by Aziza I. Mohamed, Shimaa A. Moustafa

“…Three tools used for data collection.  A structured interviewing questionnaire, a healthy practice assessment scale, and health-related quality of life questionnaire for polycystic ovary syndrome. …”
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Factors impeding physical activity in older patients with chronic diseases: a qualitative study by Peiting Wen, Ying Fang, Rong Xu, Zhaodi Wang

“…Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted one-on-one, and the social ecology model and theme analysis method were used to examine the data. …”
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The double-edged sword of internet use in China’s aging population: thresholds, mediation and digital health policy by Yirong Li, Jianguang Cai, Haiyong Yu

“…Although the current average of 1.8 h/day of use internet is well below the harmful threshold, structural digital exclusion creates a compensation-vulnerability paradox: older and less-educated groups derive greater marginal health benefits from moderate use but face higher risks of overuse due to limited digital literacy and physiological constraints.ConclusionInternet use offers conditional health benefits for older adults, contingent on usage thresholds and mediated by physical activity. …”
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Conservative treatment of older adult patients with shoulder diseases: a narrative review by Kook Jong Kim, Ho-Seung Jeong

“…Platelet-rich plasma is a regenerative option that may improve tendon healing, but mixed findings highlight the need for further investigation. A structured physical therapy program focusing on range of motion and strengthening is essential, with alternative interventions used judiciously. …”
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Data processing of measuring intensity of optical field fringe patterns generated by laser interference measuring means by Igor P. Miroshnichenko

“…Currently, the introduction of modern methods and means of laser interferometry opens up new possibilities in solving various practical problems under studying properties and processes of defect formation in new materials (laminated, polymeric, composite), and diagnosing the state of structural materials of the product power components at all stages of their life cycle. …”
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Travel medicine training and experience among primary care physicians in Qatar. by Ayman Al-Dahshan, Vahe Kehyayan, Noora Al-Kubaisi, Ziyad Mahfoud, Nagah Selim

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A cross-sectional study design was employed. A structured questionnaire was utilized to gather data from all PCPs working in publicly funded primary health centers.…”
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Relationship between Psychological Problems and Quality of Life among Leprosy Patients by Mona M. Barakat, Hanan N. Zaki

“…Three tools were used to achieve the aim of this study. A structured Interviewing schedule, the World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL)-BREF Questionnaire, and Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS). …”
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Factors Associated with Non-Participation and Non-Adherence in Directly Observed Mass Drug Administration for Malaria in The Gambia. by Susan Dierickx, Charlotte Gryseels, Julia Mwesigwa, Sarah O'Neill, Melanie Bannister-Tyrell, Maya Ronse, Fatou Jaiteh, René Gerrets, Umberto D'Alessandro, Koen Peeters Grietens

“…The social science study employed a mixed-methods approach combining qualitative methods (participant observation and in-depth interviewing) and quantitative methods (structured follow-up interviews among non-participating and non-adhering community members).…”
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