Improving Organizational Resilience in Businesses: A Qualitative Study on the Effect of COVID-19 by A. Aslan Şendoğdu, Kadir Aksay

“…The data obtained from the in-depth and semi-structured interviews were subjected to thematic analysis in a case study design. The findings, which are divided under the three main headings of human resources, leadership, and organization/system, point to the following results: In terms of human resources: experience, generating ideas, psychological resilience, and commitment to the organization and its culture; in terms of leadership: valuing the employees, analytical thinking, foresight, quick decision making and prudence; and in terms of organization/system: positive financial situation, quick response to the market, the effectiveness of alternative solutions, effective use of digital infrastructure and online commerce, as well as effective communication/cooperation, contribute effectively to organizational resilience.…”
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A Scoping Review of Empirical Research Relating to Quality and Effectiveness of Research Ethics Review. by Stuart G Nicholls, Tavis P Hayes, Jamie C Brehaut, Michael McDonald, Charles Weijer, Raphael Saginur, Dean Fergusson

“…No study reported using an underlying theory or framework of quality/effectiveness to guide study design or analyses. We did not identify any studies that had involved a controlled trial--randomised or otherwise--of ethics review procedures or processes. …”
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Comparison of Different Machine Learning Methodologies for Predicting the Non‐Specific Treatment Response in Placebo Controlled Major Depressive Disorder Clinical Trials by Roberto Gomeni, Françoise Bressolle‐Gomeni

“…This effect is not estimable at an individual level using the conventional parallel‐group study design, since each subject enrolled in the trial is assigned to receive either active treatment or placebo, but not both. …”
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Effect of a Balance Adjustment System on Postural Control in Patients with Chronic Ankle Instability by Kazushi Yoshida, Rieko Kuramochi, Junji Shinohara

“…It was hypothesized that the in-phase mode on the BASYS would lead to improved postural control compared with training on a balance disc. # Study Design Randomized control trial. # Methods Twenty participants with CAI were recruited. …”
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Assessment of the Nutritional Status and Associated Factors among Adolescent Girls in Preparatory Schools at Al-Kut City by Ammar Abbas Okab, Ahmed Kadhim Jawad

“…Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study design has been carried out in preparatory schools in Al-Kut City. …”
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Amentoflavone from Selaginella bryopteris leaf extracts modulate MAPK signaling - Molecular modeling study for therapeutic target analysis by Praveen Mallari, Mashooq Ahmad Bhat

“…Purpose: The goal was to forecast human protein targets of phytochemical compounds from Selaginella bryopteris (L.) and to understand their behaviors. Study design: The current research study has chosen to employ computational studies. …”
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Evaluation of Pulse Rate, Oxygen Saturation, and Respiratory Effort after Different Types of Feeding Methods in Preterm Newborns by Dipen Vasudev Patel, Dharti Shah, Kunjal A. Kantharia, Mayur K. Shinde, Jaishree Ganjiwale, Kushal Shah, Somashekhar Marutirao Nimbalkar

“…To study changes in vital parameters in relation to different feeding methods and postmenstrual age (PMA) in preterm newborns. Study Design. This prospective observational study was carried out at a tertiary care neonatal unit. …”
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Follow-Up of Newborns with Neural Tube Defects: A Single Center Experience by Umit Ayse Tandircioglu, Cansu Kethuda Ensert Cihan, Hasan Tolga Celik, Burcak Bilginer, Sule Yigit

“…Our study aims to retrospectively evaluate patients with neural tube defects hospitalized in our intensive care unit for the last decade. STUDY DESIGN: Demographic data, prenatal-maternal characteristics, surgical operation time, intensive care follow-up, and long-term neurological-developmental results of these patients were also evaluated. …”
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Are the Mean Platelet Volume and Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio Predictive for Gestational Cholestasis? by Hasan Eroglu, Harun Egemen Tolunay, Kemal Sarsmaz, Gokcen Orgul, Dilek Sahin, Aykan Yucel

“… OBJECTIVES: We aimed to determine whether mean platelet volume value and/or neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio values are useful as a predictive marker for gestational cholestasis. STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective analysis of the data of patients diagnosed with pregnancy cholestasis between 2018-2019 in a perinatology clinic. 352 pregnant women were enrolled in the study (122 pregnant women with Intrahepatic cholestasis as study group and 230 pregnant women with no morbidity as the control group) RESULTS: Mean platelet volume was significantly higher in pregnant women with intrahepatic cholestasis compared to the healthy controls, 9.30 (7-18) and 8.6 (6.7-11.5), respectively. …”
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An Important Tool in Lymphedema Management: Validation of the Turkish Version of the Gynecologic Cancer Lymphedema Questionnaire by Hanife Abakay, Ummuhan Abdulrezzak, Turkan Akbayrak

“… OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to research the reliability and validity of the Turkish version of the gynecologic cancer lymphedema questionnaire for individuals with gynecologic cancer. STUDY DESIGN: The study included 60 patients who underwent gynecologic cancer surgery with lower limb lymphedema in the lymphedema group and 30 who underwent gynecologic cancer surgery without lower limb lymphedema in the non-lymphedema group. …”
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Evaluating interdisciplinary breastfeeding and lactation knowledge, attitudes and skills: An evaluation of a professional graduate programme for healthcare professionals. by Denise McGuinness, Kate Frazer, Karl F Conyard, Paula Cornally, Lauren Cooper, Niamh Vickers

“…A pre and post-educational study design was used. All students enrolled in a six month programme were invited to complete an online anonymous survey at two time points: January 2023 and July 2023. …”
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Occlusal Features and Temporomandibular Joint Disorder: A Cross-Sectional Study by Mustafa M. Al-Khatieeb, Layth M. Nissan, Yasir R. Al-Labban, Mushriq Abid

“…To investigate the relationship of occlusal features and some of the TMD parameters. Study Design and Sampling. The current cross-sectional study was conducted on 200 TMD patients seeking dental treatment at different dental centers in Baghdad city, aged 18–35 years. …”
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Bilateral Comparison of Anterior Shoulder Position in Elite Tennis Players by Todd Ellenbecker, E. Paul Roetert, Kristyn Petracek, Mark Kovacs, Natalia Barajas, David Bailie

“…The purpose of this study was to examine bilateral differences in anterior shoulder posture measured using a double square in elite tennis players without shoulder injury. # Study Design Descriptive Laboratory Study # Methods Three hundred and six uninjured elite tennis players were measured in the supine position using a double square method to measure anterior shoulder position. …”
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The Dorsiflexion Range of Motion Screen: A Validation Study by Phillip J Plisky, Garrett S Bullock, Mary Beth Garner, Risa Ricard, Josh Hayden, Bethany Huebner, Kate Schwartzkopf-Phifer, Kyle Kiesel

“… # Purpose The purpose of this study was to determine the reliability and discriminant validity of a novel closed-chain ankle DF ROM test, the standing ankle dorsiflexion screen (SADS). # Study Design Reliability and validity study # Methods Thirty-seven healthy subjects participated in the study. …”
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Increased mortality risk in people with schizophrenia in Lithuania 2001–2020 by Mingaile Drevinskaite, Auguste Kaceniene, Arunas Germanavicius, Giedre Smailyte

“…Cause-specific and all-cause mortality risk among patients with schizophrenia was assessed using a retrospective cohort study design. The cohort identified all patients with schizophrenia diagnosis (ICD-10 code F20) who were admitted to the Vilnius Republican Psychiatric Hospital from 1 January, 2001 to December 31, 2020. …”
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Chemical compositions and health promoting effects of edible mushrooms from genus Russula by Xinwen Hu, Baojun Xu

“…Purpose: This comprehensive review aims to examine the chemical diversity within the genus Russula and elucidate the contribution of these compounds to various health benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticancer, immunoenhancing properties, observed in different Russula species. Study design: To ensure the reliability and comprehensiveness of the review, a systematic search was conducted on prominent databases such as Web of Science, Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, and ResearchGate to gather relevant data and insights from diverse scholarly sources. …”
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Physical Therapists’ Use of Psychological Skills Training in Rehabilitation Following Traumatic Knee Injury: An Online Survey Study by Niklas Cederström, Jonas Bloch Thorlund, Britt Elin Øiestad, Kristoffer Henriksen, Eva Ageberg

“… # Purpose The aim of this study was to investigate whether, and to what extent, Scandinavian physical therapists address psychological factors in treatment of physically active people with traumatic knee injury. # Study Design Cross-sectional online survey study. # Methods This 32-item study-specific online survey examined physical therapists’ use of goal-setting, imagery, and arousal regulation to address psychological factors during rehabilitation following traumatic knee injury…”
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Are Anthropometric Measures, Range of Motion, or Movement Control Tests Associated with Lumbopelvic Flexion during Barbell Back Squats? by Lars Berglund, Fredrik Öhberg, Edit Strömbäck, Daniel Papacosta

“… # Purpose The aim of the study was to investigate the association among anthropometric measurements, range of motion in the hips and ankle joints, lumbopelvic movement control tests, and flexion of the lumbopelvic region during execution of the BBS. # Study design Observational, cross sectional. # Methods Eighteen experienced powerlifters and Olympic weightlifters were included and measurements of lumbopelvic movements were collected with inertial measurement units during BBS performed at 70 % of 1RM. …”
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Electromyographic Evaluation of Early-Stage Shoulder Rehabilitation Exercises Following Rotator Cuff Repair by Peter K Edwards, Patrick Wai Hang Kwong, Timothy Ackland, Allan Wang, Cyril J Donnelly, Jay R Ebert

“… # Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate EMG activity of the rotator cuff and deltoid musculature during passive and active-assisted shoulder range of motion (ROM) exercises commonly performed in post-operative rehabilitation. # Study Design Descriptive cohort laboratory study using healthy subjects…”
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Results of Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy under Local Anesthesia with Minimal Sedation by Woong Chul Choi, Ji-Sun Paik, Sang Hee Doh

“…We evaluated the tolerability and efficacy of endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (Endo-DCR) in patients treated in the leaning position and under local anesthesia with minimal sedation (LAS). Study Design. Questionnaire to determine subjective success of Endo-DCR. …”
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