Study protocol for a hybrid implementation-effectiveness trial of Game Changers for Cervical Cancer Prevention in Uganda. by Glenn J Wagner, Laura M Bogart, Joseph K B Matovu, Violet Gwokyalya, Jolly Beyeza-Kashesya, Allison Ober, Harold D Green, Sylvia Nakami, Margrethe Juncker, Eve Namisango, Emmanuel Luyirika, Ryan K McBain, Kathryn Bouskill, Rhoda K Wanyenze

“…In the Preparation phase we will prepare the four study clinics for implementation of GC-CCP and the expected increase in demand for CC screening, by using qualitative methods (stakeholder interviews and client focus groups) to identify and address structural barriers to easy access to CC screening. …”
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Recognition and Classification of 3D Objects of Different Details by Islam A. Alexandrov, Maxim S. Mikhailov, Alexander N. Muranov, Vladimir Zh. Kuklin

“…Subsequently, the parameters of the descriptors are calculated, and then they are calculated through the neural network, resulting in the classification of the object. In summary, the structure of the proposed method comprises the computation of the Laplace-Beltrami spectrum, the construction of spectral distribution maps, and the subsequent processing of this information using a neural network. …”
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Effect of Yoga on Blood Pressure in Prehypertension: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Janhavi Sandeep Khandekar, Vanamala Lakshmi Vasavi, Vijay Pratap Singh, Stephen Rajan Samuel, S. G. Sudhan, Bidita Khandelwal

“…Supporting evidence lacks in providing a proper structured dosage of yoga asanas and breathing techniques. …”
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Study on Change of Landscape Pattern Characteristics of Comprehensive Land Improvement Based on Optimal Spatial Scale by Baoping Feng, Hui Yang, Yarong Ren, Shanshan Zheng, Genxiang Feng, Yuwei Huang

“…Comprehensive land improvement causes strong disturbances of land use patterns in the short term, resulting in changes in landscape structure and function. This study adopts the moving window method and semi-variation function to explore the spatial scale effect of landscape pattern metrics in the comprehensive land consolidation project area of Baimahu Farm, and the spatial variability and homologous ecological processes. …”
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Implementation of global health competencies: A scoping review on target audiences, levels, and pedagogy and assessment strategies. by Meike Schleiff, Bhakti Hansoti, Anike Akridge, Caroline Dolive, David Hausner, Anna Kalbarczyk, George Pariyo, Thomas C Quinn, Sharon Rudy, Sara Bennett

“…<h4>Background</h4>As the field of global health expands, the recognition of structured training for field-based public health professionals has grown. …”
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TNBC response to paclitaxel phenocopies interferon response which reveals cell cycle-associated resistance mechanisms by Nicholas L. Calistri, Tiera A. Liby, Zhi Hu, Hongmei Zhang, Mark A. Dane, Sean M. Gross, Laura M. Heiser

“…Functional assessment with siRNA knockdown confirmed that the TFs FOSL1, NFE2L2 and ELF3 mediate cellular proliferation and also regulate nuclear structure. We further explored the influence of these TFs on paclitaxel-induced cell cycle behavior via live cell imaging, which revealed altered progression rates through G1, S/G2 and M phases. …”
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High Seropositivity of Brucella melitensis Antibodies among Pregnant Women Attending Health Care Facilities in Mwanza, Tanzania: A Cross-Sectional Study by Helmut A. Nyawale, Michael Simchimba, Joseph Mlekwa, Fridolin Mujuni, Elieza Chibwe, Prosper Shayo, Elifuraha B. Mngumi, Khadija S. Majid, Mtebe Majigo, Stephen E. Mshana, Mariam M. Mirambo

“…A hospital-based cross-sectional study involving pregnant women was conducted at two antenatal clinics in Mwanza between May and July 2019. The pretested structured questionnaire was used for data collection. …”
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A liquid chromatography-high-resolution mass spectrometry method for separation and identification of hemoglobin variant subunits with mass shifts less than 1 Da by Ainslie Chen, Ryan M. Aquino, Hector A. Vidal, Carolyn V. Wong, Ruben Y. Luo

“…A common issue with conventional methods for identifying Hb variants is their subpar ability to provide structural breakdowns of the variants. Reports have surfaced of high-resolution mass spectrometry (HR-MS) methods that improve on traditional methods; however, ambiguities may arise without separation of Hb subunits prior to HR-MS analysis. …”
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Extrapolating evidence for molecularly targeted therapies from common to rare cancers: a scoping review of methodological guidance by Sarah J Lord, Saskia Cheyne, John Simes, Doah Cho, Chee Khoon Lee

“…We used these components to structure and summarise recommendations.Results We identified 23 papers. …”
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Biochar Amendment as a Mitigation Against Freezing–Thawing Effects on Soil Hydraulic Properties by Zhongkui Chen, Chitipat Intraravimonmata, Viroon Kamchoom, Rui Chen, Natdanai Sinsamutpadung

“…Seasonal freeze–thaw cycles compromise soil structure, thereby increasing hydraulic conductivity but diminishing water retention capacity—both of which are essential for sustaining crop health and nutrient retention in agricultural soils. …”
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Shared decision-making competency and its associated factors among palliative care nurses: a cross-sectional study in China by Junchen Guo, Sishan Jiang, Yunyun Dai, Xianghua Xu, Chaoyi Liu, Yongyi Chen

“…The findings underscore the importance of incorporating structured SDM training programs in nursing education and professional development initiatives, particularly focused on building empathy skills.…”
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Detecting Fish Diversity in Urban‐Impacted Ecosystems: A Comparative Approach of eDNA Metabarcoding and UVC by Arthur Chung, Y. C. Kam, Stanley K. H. Shea, Celia Schunter

“…Both methods captured similar patterns of community spatial structure along the habitat transitions while only eDNA detected more large fish species in offshore compared to sheltered inshore environments, This may suggest inshore overfishing and incapability of UVC in surveying large mobile species in turbid environments. …”
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Malaria and Helminth Coinfection among Children at the Douala Gyneco-Obstetric and Pediatric Hospital by Ashungafack Flavio, Yamssi Cedric, Noumedem Anangmo Christelle Nadia, Vincent Khan Payne

“…Demographic and socioeconomic data and information of participant’s knowledge on the transmission of malaria and helminth infections were collected with the use of a well-structured questionnaire. Results. The overall prevalence of P. falciparum infection was 28.8%, while the overall prevalence of helminth was 9.36%. …”
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Pedicle Morphometry of Subaxial Cervical Spine Using Computed Tomography Scans among Adult Ugandan Subpopulation by Ssebuggwawo Jonathan, Wani Muzeyi, Erem Geoffrey, Waiswa Gonzaga, Ssekitooleko Badru, Kajja Isaac

“…Data on baseline characteristics and pedicle dimensions from the CT scan finding was collected using a structured questionnaire. Data was analysed using Stata 13.0. …”
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A grounded theory study on medical students’ proxy online health information seeking behavior by Pan Minghao, He Leyun, Yang Jingying, Huang Wanyu, Wang Fan, Wang Linlin, Shen Meiyu

“…Methods Based on grounded theory, this study conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 medical students, from whom data were collected for analysis. …”
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Multi-pathway oxidative stress amplification via controllably targeted nanomaterials for photoimmunotherapy of tumors by Song Li, Yunheng Liu, Xiaokang Zhang, Yurong Liu, Longqing Si, Shaojing Jiang, Aoya Wang, Xukai Che, Jing Chen, Jinghui Hu

“…Consequently, the endoperoxide bridge structure in dihydroartemisinin is cleaved, causing additional ROS generation. …”
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“The big topic is COVID”: A qualitative study about changes in HPV vaccine conversations between parents and primary care team members throughout the COVID-19 pandemic by Josheili Y. Llavona-Ortiz, Lauren J. Van Scoy, Benjamin Fogel, Casey Pinto, Jamelia Graham, William A. Calo

“…PCTMs rated their confidence and agreement related to HPV vaccine conversations and pandemic impact. Semi-structured interview questions assessed changes in their HPV vaccine conversations throughout the pandemic. …”
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Behavioural Response To Self-Medication Practice Before and During Covid-19 Pandemic in Western Uganda by Samuel Sunday, Dare, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Isaac, Echoru, Ibe Michael, Usman, Fred, Ssempijja, Edmund Eriya, Bukenya, Robinson, Ssebuufu

“…Participants were selected using a convenience sampling technique, and sampling was done by sending a structured online questionnaire via Google forms and printed questionnaires to participants who did not use the online Google forms. …”
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On Job Training and Employee Productivity in Banking Institutions in Uganda: A Case Study of Centenary Bank Kabale Branch. by Nakero, Sarah

“…Data collection tools used included structured questionnaire and interview guides. The study results were presented in form of tables for easy interpretation. …”
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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

“…Some respondents showed that internal control is heavily dependent on a well-documented and communicated organizational structure that clearly shows lines of reporting responsibility and authority and provides effective communication throughout the organizational/SACCO. …”
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