A scoping review of HIV epidemiologic, sociocultural and programmatic studies related to transgender women and men who have sex with men in Cambodia, 1999-2019. by Jan W de Lind van Wijngaarden, Frits van Griensven, Ly Penh Sun, Stephen Wignall

“…This paper reviews HIV epidemiological, social science and HIV program implementation studies conducted over the past 20 years to explore possible reasons for the rising HIV prevalence among these groups and to formulate recommendations for improved policies, HIV programmatic interventions and further research.…”
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The implementation and impact of non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for Down's syndrome into antenatal screening programmes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Elinor Sebire, Chithramali Hasanthika Rodrigo, Sohinee Bhattacharya, Mairead Black, Rachael Wood, Rute Vieira

“…Results summarised the national policies for NIPT implementation into screening programmes geographically, along with population uptake. …”
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Climate-smart livestock nutrition in semi-arid Southern African agricultural systems by Felix Fushai, Teedzai Chitura, Oyegunle Emmanuel Oke

“…The review presents a conceptual framework for climate-smart feeding strategies that enhance system resilience across the livestock-energy-water-food nexus, to inform broader, in-depth research, promote climate-smart farm practices and support governmental policies which are tailored to the agroecology of the region.…”
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An Interactive Clustering-Based Visualization Tool for Air Quality Data Analysis by Mahsa Ashouri, Frederick Kin Hing Phoa, Chun-Houh Chen, Galit Shmueli

“…All these cluster-based insights help EPA experts implement short-term zone-specific air quality policies (e.g., fireworks and traffic regulations, school closures) as well as longer-term decision-making (e.g., transport control stations, fuel permits, old vehicle replacement, fuel type).…”
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“site suitability analysis for integrating large-scale hybrid photovoltaic and concentrated solar power plants in Cameroon using Monte Carlo, analytic hierarchy process, and geogra... by Fotsing Metegam Isabelle Flora

“…The findings can inform national energy policies, stimulate investment in solar energy, and serve as a model for similar regions.…”
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Youthful Choices: A Secondary Analysis of the NFHS-5 Data to Examine Tobacco Use in Indian Adolescent Girls and Young Women by Jobinse Jose, Aditi Chaudhary, Abhishek Ghosh, Sonu Goel

“…To effectively curb tobacco use in this population, it is imperative to address the identified determinants and vulnerabilities through tailored public health strategies and policies.…”
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Prevalence and pattern of rheumatic valvular heart disease in Africa: Systematic review and meta-analysis, 2015-2023, population based studies. by Seid Mohammed Abdu, Altaseb Beyene Kassaw, Amare Abera Tareke, Gosa Mankelkl, Mekonnen Belete, Mohammed Derso Bihonegn, Ahmed Juhar Temam, Gashaw Abebe, Ebrahim Msaye Assefa

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>This study analysis found the prevalence of rheumatic heart disease in Africa is high. Because of this, policies and interventions should give attention to prioritize continuous population based active surveillance for early detection of cases to the reduction of rheumatic heart disease sequel, especially in the children and adolescent population.…”
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Determining the factors affecting cattle and small ruminant enterprises to get animal life insurance by Burak Mat, Mustafa Bahadır Çevrimli, Mustafa Agah Tekindal, Aytekin Günlü

“…., may contribute positively to the system in producing policies and premiums.…”
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metaRange: A framework to build mechanistic range models by Stefan Fallert, Lea Li, Juliano Sarmento Cabral

“…We believe that it allows for theoretical insights and hypotheses testing about future range dynamics of real‐world species, which may better support conservation policies targeting biodiversity loss mitigation.…”
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The Impact of the 2020 Medicaid Expansion in a Community Clinic Serving the Marshallese Population in a Rural State by Robert Brand, Samantha Robinson, Mohammod Mahmudur Rahman, Alshaimaa Hazaa, Sheena CarlLee, Hanna Jensen

“…Future research is needed to determine how these healthcare-related behaviors affect patient health and how expanding healthcare policies may elucidate such results on a larger scale.   …”
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The Effect of Banana Bacteria Wilt on The Socio-Economic Welfare of Farmers in Ruhinda Sub-County Rukungiri District . by Tayebwa, Rameka

“…The study recommended that there should be quarantine enforcement by the government agencies to prevent spread of banana bacteria wilt to non-infected areas, there should be policies on the use of clean planting materials and regular inspection/screening for the approved banana nurseries to dispense banana bacteria wilt disease free materials and there should be production of free banana bacteria wilt such as banana tissue culture, train and encourage more banana nurseries producers/tissue culture hardening nurseries to avail clean banana planting materials.…”
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The Effect of Internal Control System on the Financial Performance of SACCOS in Rukiga District: A Case study of Rukiga SACCO in Rukiga District. by Katwesigye, Joshua

“…Secondary data was collected from the Sacco financial statements and policies. Literature was reviewed using secondary data sources including other dissertations, journals, Sacco's financial reports, SME's Act, Sacco supervision annual report, internet, research projects, and information from the university library. …”
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Assessing The Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Domestic Violence in Kabale Municipality Kabale District. by Ruhinda, Irene George

“…Secondary data was collected from documents and policies. Literature was reviewed using secondary data sources including other reports, journals, the internet, research projects, and information from the University library. …”
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The Effect of Gender Inequality in Education on Rural Poverty in Kamuganguzi Sub-County Kabale District. by Niwamanya, Obed

“…This study recommends that the government prioritize investment in education and develop policies to improve the financing of education in such a way as to provide adequate educational facilities for all schools to eliminate the long-existing gender and spatial inequalities…”
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Corporate Financing and Risk Management in the Banking Sector in Uganda During and Post Covid-19. Evidence from Kabale District by Byamukama, Eliab Mpora

“…The study revealed that the board of directors set strategies on bond issuance and were effectively communicated within the bank in the form of policies and procedures by the top management (M =4.2, SD = 0.34). …”
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Evaluation of Learning Management Systems for Success Factors. by Muhaise, Hussein, Adeyemi, A. L., Muteb,I.J.

“…For future research, this study recommends conducting qualitative studies to delve deeper into the nuanced perceptions and experiences of learners and teachers as well as looking into policies that can promote eLearning especially in developing countries.…”
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Effectiveness of Health Management Information System in Selected Sub-Counties of Ryakarimira Town Council and Rubaya Sub-County. by Ayebare, Esther Loy

“…Data were collected from 70 healthcare professionals in the selected sub-counties using questionnaires, interviews, and a thorough review of existing reports, policies, and other literature. The results indicated the availability of various tools for HMIS consolidation, categorized as tools for routine laboratory testing and referrals, equipment and logistics management, biosafety and biosecurity, microbiology and AMR surveillance, and periodic reporting. …”
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Effects of Agro-Based Industries on Economic Development of Kanungu District: A Case Study of Rugyeyo Sub-County. by Tukamushaba, Enos

“…Such partnerships can lead to the development of comprehensive policies, programs, and initiatives that support the sustainable growth of agro-based industries.…”
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Effects of Teenage Motherhood and The Social Welfare of Victims in Kisoro District. by Natukunda, Jowel

“…The study recommends that the economic and living conditions of households should be improved through policies that will revamp the agricultural sector of the municipality where a chunk of the labor force is employed since poverty is one of the major causes of teenage pregnancy in the district. …”
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Billing Systems and Customer Satisfaction in the Ministry of Water and Environment Uganda: A Case of Kabale South Western Umbrella of Water and Sanitation. by Ayebare, Ivan

“…Findings regarding the first objective revealed that the response rate in Kabale South Western Umbrella of Water and Sanitation is affected by the pre-paid MOWE billing system, suggesting a need for the ministry to enhance public awareness of its policies and procedures. Regarding the second objective, the analysis demonstrated a significant and positive correlation between the MOWE Billing System and response rate. …”
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