Comparing remote and in-person interpretation experiences for clinicians and Spanish-speaking patients with limited English proficiency: a mixed methods study by Hector P Rodriguez, Timothy T Brown, Jacob Chen, Xiaoyu Cai, Alondra Ruiz, Paola Hernandez Fernandez

“…In regression analyses of patient experience survey data, no evidence of an association between the interpreter method used and patient-reported experiences of clinician communication or interpreter support was found. …”
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Perspectives of stakeholders on enhancing access to self-injectable contraception in rural South Sudan by Grace W. Kimemia, Mamothena Carol Mothupi, Lual Agok Luka, Teresia Macharia, Sidonia Akon, Alom Atak Ayom, Lual James Baak, Amijong Deng, Kadra Noor, Taban John Mark, Naoko Kozuki

“…Abstract Background Although self-injectable subcutaneous depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA-SC) has demonstrated promise, there are significant barriers in promoting initiation and continued use in low-resource settings. This study sought to understand the perspectives of stakeholders on promotion of self-injectable contraception use in rural South Sudan. …”
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The role of artificial intelligence in enhancing personalized learning pathways and clinical training in dental education by Chengchen Hu, Fang Li, Shengguo Wang, Zhi Gao, Shan Pan, Maofeng Qing

“…The review also addresses the expanding integration of AI into educational settings, highlighting both the benefits and the ethical challenges, including issues related to data privacy, algorithmic bias, and the evolving role of human educators. …”
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AI adoption in Chinese universities: Insights, challenges, and opportunities from academic leaders by Xibing Wang, Shuli Zhao, Xiaoshu Xu, Huanhuan Zhang, Vivian Ngan-Lin Lei

“…Additionally, resource allocation, funding constraints, and concerns over data privacy and security present significant barriers. …”
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Human Dignity in Genetics and Reproductive Health in the Digital Age by Archibong EI, Ukeagu LOC, Arinmi AO, Emeka EE, Igalawuye GO

“…The study’s significance lies in the view that technology determines the trajectory of the rules of engagement in the comity of humans and even medical practice with the imperative of prioritising human dignity in the development and use of genetic and reproductive health technologies. …”
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A novel half-complementary cipher for in-situ secure computing-in-memory by Ying Zhou, Wenbiao Zhang, Yinuo Shi, Xiaomi Chen, Jianting Liu, Xiang Feng, Tiejun Zhou, Bo Liu

“…The advent of the new AI era has led to an increase in the number of intelligent terminals in use and the generation of a vast amount of data, driving the development of novel AI accelerator techniques. …”
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Integrating Large Language Models into Robotic Autonomy: A Review of Motion, Voice, and Training Pipelines by Yutong Liu, Qingquan Sun, Dhruvi Rajeshkumar Kapadia

“…We also highlight the use of physics-informed neural networks (PINNs) to model object deformation and support precision in contact-rich manipulation tasks. …”
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Implementation of NGS and SNP microarrays in routine forensic practice: opportunities and barriers by Sharlize Pedroza Matute, Sasitaran Iyavoo

“…Conversely, SNP microarrays offer a cost-effective solution for extended kinship testing, Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG), and phenotypic prediction, though they are less effective with low-quality samples and DNA mixtures. Ethical, legal, and privacy concerns, particularly surrounding the use of Forensic DNA Phenotyping (FDP) and consumer genetic data in FIGG, further complicate their integration into forensic workflows. …”
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Decentralized electrochemical biosensors for biomedical applications: From lab to home by Pramod K. Kalambate, Vipin Kumar, Dhanjai

“…However, potential risks such as data security vulnerabilities, privacy concerns, and regulatory challenges must be addressed to ensure safe and ethical deployment of these technologies. …”
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Comprehensive Review and Future Research Directions on ICT Standardisation by Mohammed Najah Mahdi, Ray Walshe, Sharon Farrell, Harshvardhan J. Pandit

“…Standardisation also solves problems, such as the use of mobile devices, which requires travel abroad when out of range. …”
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Ethical and Safety Challenges of Implantable Brain-Computer Interface by Ihab Abdulrahman Satam, Róbert Szabolcsi

“…The study of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) holds immense potential across various fields, particularly in Human-Robot Interaction, where invasive BCIs offer precise and direct communication between the human brain and robotic devices. However, the use of invasive BCIs raises significant ethical, safety, and security concerns that must be addressed to ensure their responsible deployment. …”
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Domain-Specific Modeling Language for Security Analysis of EV Charging Infrastructure by Anas Motii, Mahmoud El Hamlaoui, Robert Basmadjian

“…This interconnection raises concerns about security, privacy, and the expanding risk of cyber-attacks within the electric vehicle landscape. …”
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Beijing’s urbanization reflected in apartment layouts: a computer vision and isovist analysis (1970–2020) by Yanhua Yao, Ashutosh Kumar, Martina Mazzarello, Fábio Duarte, Lei Shao, Limin Song, Carlo Ratti

“…Our findings show a trend in the isovist intensity of living rooms, dining rooms, and kitchens, indicative of shifts toward privacy and mixed-use spaces, shaped by household occupancy patterns. …”
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Detecting Learning Behavior in Programming Assignments by Analyzing Versioned Repositories by John Chen, Serena Lau, Juho Leinonen, Valerio Terragni, Nasser Giacaman

“…The Polivr ecosystem comprises three key modules: Polivr Anonymiser, which ensures data privacy by anonymising student identities; Polivr Core, which mines learning metrics from Git repositories; and Polivr Web Viewer, which transforms the raw metrics into insightful visualisations for educators. …”
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Web 3.0: The future of the decentralized Internet by Božić Tamara

“…Decentralization plays an important role in transferring power from providers to users, protecting privacy and regaining control over their information and data. …”
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Making temporary homes by Marjolein Overtoom

“…The interviews were analysed with Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, and the visual data (photos made by the interviewees and sometimes the researcher, and drawings made by the researcher) was used to place the content of the interviews in a physical context. …”
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A qualitative study on the unmet sexual needs of older women by Farzaneh Saadatmand, Mitra Savabi-Esfahani, Zahra Heidari, Marjan Beigi

“…Data were analyzed using the Graneheim and Lundman approach. …”
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Federated learning based reference evapotranspiration estimation for distributed crop fields. by Muhammad Tausif, Muhammad Waseem Iqbal, Rab Nawaz Bashir, Bayan AlGhofaily, Alex Elyassih, Amjad Rehman Khan

“…The study intends to propose ETo estimation of multiple locations with distinct weather conditions using a federated learning approach. Traditional centralized approaches require aggregating all data in one place, which can be problematic due to privacy concerns and data transfer limitations. …”
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Development of the ethical behavior scale in nursing by Şükriye Şahin, Şule Alpar

“…Qualitative data was obtained through in-depth interviews. Quantitative data were collected using the Ethical Behavior Scale in Nursing (EBSN). …”
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Feasibility and acceptability of a contextualized brief psychological intervention for people with bipolar disorder in rural Ethiopia by Mekdes Demissie, Charlotte Hanlon, Lauren C. Ng, Rosie Mayston, Abebaw Fekadu

“…We conducted a mixed-method evaluation, including in-depth qualitative interviews, fidelity ratings of a random selection of 25% of the audio recorded intervention sessions, and self-reported change in symptom severity. We used thematic analysis for qualitative data and descriptive analysis for quantitative data. …”
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