Performance Evaluation of Mutual Funds Using the Value-Based DEA Method by Khadijeh Ghaziyani, Seyede Fatemeh Bagheri, Babak Ejlali

“…Since the investment policies of the funds are different from each other, the tools obtained are also different from each other. …”
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Examining general, physical, and mental health disparities between transgender and cisgender adults in the U.S. by Sunday Azagba, Galappaththige S. R. de Silva, Todd Ebling

“…Abstract Background With the proliferation of anti-transgender policies in some U.S. jurisdictions, this study examines the general, mental, and physical health of transgender and cisgender populations. …”
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Research on master-slave game theory-based demand response strategies for renewable energy integration by Wei Hu, Yining Li, Puliang Du, Jiyu Li

“…A master-slave game theory-based demand response strategy framework was proposed, where the energy suppliers act as the leader by setting demand response policies, while energy operators who act as followers decide their consumption behaviors to maximize their own interests. …”
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The influence of gender-based perceptions on females joining a bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery in Rwanda by Tsion Yohannes Waka, Deborah Umucyo, Arlene Nishimwe, Abigail J. Yoon, Kara L. Neil

“…Abstract Through progressive policies, Rwanda has made significant strides in promoting girls’ education and empowerment. …”
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Synergy of Occupational Safety and Work Environment to Support Productivity and Sustainable Well-Being in the Port Sector by Hengki Firmansyah, Muji Gunarto, Andriyansah Andriyansah

“…These results are expected to reference other local ports in developing policies integrating workplace safety and environmental management to achieve sustainable productivity. …”
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Perceptions of care and family support from patients and family caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic: a phenomenological study in Spain by Joana Maria Julià-Móra, Margarita Calafell-Vert, Francesca Rosa Rosal-Obrador, Ian Blanco-Mavillard, Margalida Miró-Bonet

“…Results The findings underscore the profound emotional toll that restrictive visitation policies during the pandemic took on patients and their family caregivers. …”
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Cities as innovation poles in the digital transition. The Italian case by Giuseppe Borruso, Ginevra Balletto

“…If the spreading of innovation in the past appeared as a spontaneous process, nowadays it is inserted into more structured business models for enterprises and companies and in development policies at central, regional, and local levels. This also involves cities, as investing in innovation can represent opportunities for their growth. …”
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Assessing Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Medication Disposal: A Study on Rural Communities in Sarojini Nagar, Lucknow by Saurabh Kashyap, Akshata MA, Anubhav Agrawal, Abhishek Singh, Aman Verma, Ish Gupta

“…Only 14.8% were aware of drug take-back policies. A majority (87.9%) recognized the harmful effects of improper disposal, and 93.7% agreed that such practices negatively impact the environment. …”
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Long-term health consequences and costs of changes in alcohol consumption in England during the COVID-19 pandemic. by Joshua Card-Gowers, Sadie Boniface, Jamie Brown, Loren Kock, Alexander Martin, Lise Retat, Laura Webber

“…Increased rates of alcohol harm and healthcare costs are not inevitable but evidence-based policies and interventions are required to reverse the impacts of the pandemic on alcohol consumption in England.…”
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OPEN BORDERS OF THE EUROPEAN UNION: NATIONAL AND EUROPEAN IDENTITY ON THE EXAMPLE OF CERTAIN EU MEMBER-STATES by E. V. Khakhalkina, K. P. Andreev, G. V. Grosheva, I. A. Kochev

“…During the acute phase of the migration crisis (2014–2015) in a large number of European Union states, policies restricting internal borders and the strengthening of external borders took place, which raised serious questions about the future of the European Union’s borders. …”
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ROAD TRANSPORT CRASHES AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC INDICATORS: A CASE OF NIGERIA by Adeyemi OMIDIJI

“… The aim of this study is to provide basis for the understanding of transport crashes as affected by socio-economic indicators with a view to providing basis for road safety policies for transport management and control in Nigeria. …”
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Optimalisasi Kelompok Sadar Wisata (Pokdarwis) dalam Meningkatkan Pengunjung Pantai Gemah, Kabupaten Tulungagung Pasca Pandemi COVID-19 by Laily Purnawati, Fathul Qorib

“…This study aims to analyze the policies and factors influencing visitor interest, as well as the role of the Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis) in managing the beach. …”
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Determining the minimum data elements to develop a child malnutrition registry system by Malihe Sadeghi, Mostafa Langarizadeh, Beheshteh Olang, Mohammadjavad Sayadi, Abbas Sheikhtaheri

“…Access to accurate and high-quality data is very important to establish policies to deal with it. Registries are considered valuable tools for data collection and management of child malnutrition. …”
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Level measurement, regional variations, and the dynamic evolution of active aging in China—analysis based on CHARLS tracking data by Jiru Guo, Xiaoli Zhang, Xiaoli Zhang, Longyin Chen, Hong Yang

“…While the eastern region exhibits uneven development, the central and western regions have generally had more balanced growth.DiscussionTo improve the level of active aging among older adult individuals in China, policymakers should continuously optimize policies and pay more attention to the economic status and social participation of the older adult. …”
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The University and City Images for Migration of Nonresident Students: a Regional Case by G. F. Gabdrakhmanova

“…Petersburg and the Leningrad region, Sverdlovsk and Novosibirsk regions – benefit from Tatarstan due to the fact that they offer more favorable living conditions and a larger range of offers on the market work for young professionals.The practical significance of the work lies in the position on the importance of combining the policies of shaping the images of the university and the city, not only to attract talented youth, but also to improve the third mission of Russian universities in terms of their inclusion in the development of urban activities among students, the use of the intellectual potential of higher education for socio-economic development of territories.…”
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Teachers’ academic motivation and student procrastination behaviour: mediating effects of emotion regulation and study habits by Sidra Sarwar, Anam Nazneen Tara, Muhammad Naseem Abid, Suad Dukhaykh

“…It also recommended educational policies prioritizing academic content and personalized student engagement strategies to minimize procrastination and promote academic success. …”
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Barriers to sustainable green innovation in meeting the challenges of the global economy of firms by A. Escobar, J. Luna, A. Caraballo

“…Consequently, understanding the barriers faced by companies in achieving sustainable innovation, such as high initial cost, lack of technical knowledge, or unclear regulations, is important for developing appropriate policies, strategies, and solutions that promote and facilitate its adoption.METHODS: This study aims to analyze the relevant and most important scientific evidence and research topics on barriers to sustainable innovation through a bibliometric analysis combined with concurrence networks and cluster analysis using VOSViewer.FINDINGS: Research on barriers to innovation was developed on a larger scale in 2012 with an average growth of approximately 43 percent until 2022. …”
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Mycobacterium spp. exposure, childhood vaccinations, and early childhood brain and CNS cancers by Samer Singh, Rakesh K. Singh

“…When we analyze the epidemiological data of European region countries with different childhood vaccination policies but more similar socioeconomic conditions, access to medical services, and genetic makeup as compared to other parts of the world, the coverage of seven major childhood (0-1Y-olds) vaccines does not significantly associate with BCNS cancer incidences in the same cohort of 0-4Y-olds (2020). …”
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Measuring Self-Reported Well-Being of Physicians Using the Well-Being Thermometer: Cohort Study by Marios Adamou, Sarah L Jones, Niki Kyriakidou, Andrew Mooney, Shriti Pattani, Matthew Roycroft

“…This is a promising new tool that will assist HCPs to recognize their own well-being needs and allow health care organizations to facilitate change in policies and practices to reflect a better understanding of staff well-being.…”
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Exploring Anharmonicity-induced high thermoelectric performance in α-In2X3 (X=S, Se) monolayers by Victor José Ramirez Rivera, Fredy Mamani Gonzalo, Maurício Jeomar Piotrowski, Efracio Mamani Flores

“…These findings not only advance our understanding of anharmonicity-induced thermoelectric performance in 2D materials but also pave the way for the design of more efficient energy conversion devices, potentially contributing to future energy policies focused on sustainable and clean energy technologies.…”
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