Biochemical and psychological markers of fatigue and recovery in mixed martial arts athletes during strength and conditioning training by Joanna Ostapiuk-Karolczuk, Hanna Dziewiecka, Patryk Bojsa, Mirosława Cieślicka, Monika Zawadka-Kunikowska, Kaźmierczak Wojciech, Anna Kasperska

“…This study aimed to assess temporal changes in biochemical and psychological fatigue and recovery markers during a structured 3-week strength and conditioning training program in professional MMA athletes. …”
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Psychosocial consequences of xylazine and implications for harm reduction services by Marina Plesons, William H. Eger, Erika L. Crable, Maia H. Hauschild, Corbin C. McElrath, Cyrus Owens, David W. Forrest, Angela R. Bazzi, Naida De Los Santos, Hansel E. Tookes, Tyler S. Bartholomew

“…Methods: We conducted semi-structured qualitative interviews with 17 PWUD and 8 staff at a syringe services program in Miami, FL from June–July 2023. …”
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Awareness of breast cancer and perceived barriers to breast screening methods: a community based cross-sectional study among women in Yemen by Gamil Othman, Faisal Ali, Maria Mudathir, Heba Almoliky, Maria Al-qahtani, Nora Alezzi, Nosibah Ameen, Doa’a Anwar Ibrahim, Mohammed Mohammed Battah, Mohamed Izham Mohamed Ibrahim

“…However, challenges arise in combating breast cancer in Yemen due to the lack of patient registries, national strategies, and structured cancer treatment plans. Objective This research sought to evaluate the awareness levels of breast cancer and the perceived obstacles to breast cancer screening among adult Yemeni women. …”
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Knowledge, attitude, and practice levels of Fulani milk processors toward milk contamination and hygiene in Northern Oyo State, Nigeria by Ibraheem Ghali-Mohammed, Aminullah Ajiyobiojo Azeez, Mutiat Adenike Adetona, Akeem Adebola Bakare, Tajudeen Opeyemi Isola, Damilola Christiana Olawoye, Nma Bida Alhaji, Ismail Ayoade Odetokun

“…Demographic characteristics, personal hygiene practices, and milk handling procedures were evaluated using structured questionnaires. While 51.0% of respondents demonstrated adequate knowledge of milk contamination and 63.5% showed positive attitudes toward prevention, only 35.8% implemented acceptable hygiene practices. …”
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Mixed-method evaluation of a culturally-adapted basic palliative care curriculum for practicing physicians in mainland China by Hongju Liu, Xiaohong Ning, Tiekuan Du, Yue Liu, Fei Li, Rachel Pozzar, Lin Tang, Isaac Siemens, Ying Zheng, Xiaoyan Dai, Breffni Hannon, Eric Krakauer, Zhimeng Jia

“…We also thematically analyzed post-course semi-structured participant interviews. Results The majority of participants were aged 41–50 (51.7%), trained in internal medicine (55.2%), worked at tertiary medical centers (93.1%), and did not have clinical PC experience (65.5%). …”
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Examining the impact of religiosity and environmental concern on switching behavior of Islamic digital-only bank users by Azhar Alam, Diajeng Dewi Mashitoh, Afief El Ashfahany, Fauziah Hassan, Mohd Yousuf Javed

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Barriers to Perinatal Care among Immigrant and Migrant Women in Southeast Minnesota by Jensen Reckhow, Kirsten A. Riggan, Emily Breutzman, Minerva Orellana, Stephanie Low, Yvonne S. Butler Tobah, Enid Y. Rivera-Chiauzzi, Megan A. Allyse, Vanessa E. Torbenson

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A mechanism-based group psychotherapy approach to aggressive behavior (MAAP) in borderline personality disorder: a multicenter randomized controlled clinical trial by Christine Sigrist, Andreas Bechdolf, Katja Bertsch, Robin Bullenkamp, Martin Busse, Ute gr. Darrelmann, Astrid Dempfle, Martin Driessen, Thomas Frodl, Jan-Michael Kersting, Jessica Kesik, Burkhart Matzke, Corinne Neukel, Eva Niessen, Svenja Nückel, Viola Oertel, Frank Padberg, Alexandra Philipsen, Dorothee Pink, Andreas Reif, Matthias Reinhard, Carolin Steuwe, Larissa Wolkenstein, Sabine C. Herpertz, the MAAP Consortium

“…Discussion If proven superior, MAAP can be incorporated into standard psychiatric care, filling a critical gap in the current therapeutic landscape by offering a structured, cost-effective, and evidence-based treatment that directly targets the biobehavioral mechanisms underlying reactive aggression in BPD. …”
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Community acceptance of Ivermectin mass drug administration for malaria in Southern Thailand by Pyae Linn Aung, Piyarat Sripoorote, Nattawan Rachaphaew, Jetsumon Sattabongkot, Daniel M. Parker, Wang Nguitragool, Suparat Phuanukoonnon

“…In 2022, a cross-sectional study was conducted in three districts of Surat Thani Province, southern Thailand, where an ivermectin MDA program was planned. Quantitative data were collected through structured surveys administered to randomly selected household heads using a standardized questionnaire. …”
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Knee functional outcomes and quadriceps hypotrophy after ACL reconstruction: a prospective observational study by Nagma Sheenam, Ravi Gaur, Nitesh Manohar Gonnade, Abhinav Dixit, Abins T. K., Chinchu K.

“…Ultrasonography and surface electromyography revealed ongoing quadriceps muscle hypotrophy and reduced neuromuscular function, highlighting the need for targeted rehabilitation. Conclusion Structured rehabilitation post-ACL reconstruction significantly improves functional outcomes and reduces pain. …”
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EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF LOCAL HYDRODYNAMICS AND MASS EXCHANGE PROCESSES OF COOLANT IN FUEL ASSEMBLIES OF PRESSURIZED WATER REACTORS by S. M. Dmitriev, A. A. Barinov, A. N. Pronin, V. D. Sorokin, A. E. Khrobostov

“…The results of experimental studies of local hydrodynamics and mass exchange of coolant flow behind spacer and mixing grids of different structural versions that were developed for fuel assemblies of domestic and foreign nuclear reactors are presented in the article. …”
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Mediating roles of rumination and emotional intelligence in the relationship between resilience and professional efficacy in pharmacy practice by Shazia Rehman, Nadia Rehman, Ali Altalbe, Muhammad Nasir Khan, Ahsan Riaz Khan, Muhammad Akhlaq, Dan Liu, Mi Wang

“…Methods We employed a cross-sectional design and structural equation modeling to analyze data from a sample of 576 pharmacists conducted in the Punjab province between September 2023 and January 2024. …”
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Practicum and Professional Role Identity (Re)construction: A Longitudinal Mixed Methods Study on Iranian EFL Student Teachers by Mohammad Zeinali, Manoochehr Jafarigohar, Mahmood Reza Atai, Hassan Soleimani

“…Coincident with the surveying process, the qualitative data were gathered through a semi-structured interview held at the beginning of the practicum and four integrative reports developed by the participants at the end of every practicum semester. …”
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Prediction of Myopia Among Undergraduate Students Using Ensemble Machine Learning Techniques by Isteaq Kabir Sifat, Tajin Ahmed Jisa, Jyoti Shree Roy, Nourin Sultana, Farhana Hasan, Md Parvez Mosharaf, Md. Kaderi Kibria

“…Methods A cross‐sectional study was conducted in Dinajpur city, collecting 514 samples through a self‐structured questionnaire covering demographic information, myopia prevalence and risk factors, knowledge and attitudes, and daily activities. …”
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ANZAED eating disorder credentialed clinician perceptions and experiences of professional development by Janet Conti, Madalyn McCormack, Gabriella Heruc, Katarina Prnjak, Rebecca Barns, Siân A. McLean, Phillipa Hay

“…Methods Participants were 28 ANZAED Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinicians who participated in a semi-structured interview after completion of an online self-report survey. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of oxygen therapy among emergency nurses by Yazhu Zhao, Linshan Li, Yi Liu, Yongli Gao, Wei Zhang

“…Notable knowledge gaps emerged regarding two critical aspects: 21.95% of respondents expressed uncertainty about oxygen administration in myocardial infarction patients with SpO2 > 93% without respiratory distress, while 14.88% demonstrated unclear understanding of Venturi mask applications for hypercapnic patients. Structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis demonstrated good model fit (CMIN/DF = 3.323, RMSEA = 0.075, IFI = 0.881, TLI = 0.870, CFI = 0.881). …”
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A computational DNA methylation method to remove contaminated DNA from spent embryo culture medium for noninvasive preimplantation genetic testingResearch in context by Yidong Chen, Jin Huang, Fuchou Tang, Lu Wen, Jie Qiao

“…At the heart of ART success is preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), which enables the detection of chromosomal anomalies, single-gene disorders, and structural rearrangements, enhancing embryo selection and mitigating genetic risk. …”
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Comparative Emission Analysis of Diesel Engine Integrated with Mn and Ce-Si Synthesis Catalyst-Based Molds Using Base Fuel and B50 Plastic Oil by Premkumar Subramanian, Kavitha Ganeshan, Jibitesh Kumar Panda, Rajesh Kodbal, Malinee Sriariyanun, Arunkumar Thirugnanasambandam, Babu Dharmalingam

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Editorial by Bulent Cavas

“…The findings emphasize the importance of long-term motivation and structured support systems for PhD students in science education. …”
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Assessment of the implementation of the Italian National action plan to combact antimicrobial resistance (PNCAR) 2017–2021 through SPiNCAR-1: results for the Piedmont Region, 2022... by Stefania Di Giacomo, Luca Bresciano, Lorenza Ferrara, Sabina Pederiva, Carla Maria Zotti, Fortunato “Paolo” D’Ancona, Costanza Vicentini, Collaborating Group

“…Methods The self-assessment questionnaire is divided into 7 central "areas" representing the main actions against AMR: governance, surveillance and monitoring, appropriate use of antimicrobials, healthcare-associated infection (HAI) control and prevention, education and training, alliance among stakeholders, evaluation of the impact and implementation of the program. Areas are structured into two or more items called "standards", subdivided into "criteria”. …”
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