Computational complexity, algorithmic scope, and evolution by Leonhard Sidl, Maximilian Faissner, Manuel Uhlir, Cristian A Velandia-Huerto, Maria Waldl, Hua-Ting Yao, Ivo L Hofacker, Peter F Stadler

“…It is much less clear, however, what exactly is computed and how biological computation fits within the framework of standard computer science. Here we explore the idea that evolution confines biological computation to subsets of instances that can be solved efficiently with algorithms that are ‘hardcoded’ in the system itself. …”
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A Case Study on the Implementation of a Positive Youth Development Program (Project P.A.T.H.S.) in a Changing Education Policy Environment by Tak Yan Lee

“…This investigation of the implementation of a positive youth development program (Project P.A.T.H.S.) was part of a large study undertaken comprehensively to explore how effective the Tier 1 Program was in practice and how the results can shed light on future developments. …”
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The link between preterm birth and long-term cardiovascular risk: mechanisms, evidence, and vulnerable populations: a review by Luisiana Stolfi, Marco Fabio Costantino, Francesca Cortese, Gianpaolo D’Addeo, Simona Pesce

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Usability of a digital mindfulness training program for smoking cessation: A mixed-method single-center pilot study protocol (HowToMind). by Anastasia Demina, Agnès Soudry-Faure, Benjamin Petit, Nicolas Meunier-Beillard, Benoit Trojak

“…<h4>Discussion</h4>Our pilot mixed-method trial seeks to explore the usability and acceptability of our app, making necessary adjustments to its content and functionality based on participant feedback before its implementation in a large randomized controlled trial assessing the app's potential to enhance the effects of standard treatment.…”
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Knowledge and perspectives of the new National Cervical Screening Program: a qualitative interview study of North Queensland women—‘I could be that one percent’ by Jennifer Banks, Clare Heal, Archana Nagendiram, Rachel Bidgood

“…Objectives To investigate women’s understanding and attitudes towards the National Cervical Screening Program (NCSP) and to explore methods to improve screening participation.Design Semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted through convenience and snowball sampling. …”
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A phased online support program improves self-efficacy and reduces distress in type 2 diabetes patients using mixed methods design by Shuping XING, Wen TU, Yan LIN, Bin LI, Xinjun JIANG

“…Abstract Traditional interventions are largely offline, lack continuous support, and primarily focus on improving knowledge. This study aimed to explore the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a phased online support program for patients with diabetes. …”
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Using Serious Games and Digital Games to Improve Students’ Computational Thinking and Programming Skills in K-12 Education: A Systematic Literature Review by Sindre Wennevold Gundersen, Georgios Lampropoulos

“…Digital games and serious games are increasingly being used in educational settings and present great potential to aid students’ learning. This study aims to explore the role and impact of serious games and digital games on students’ computational thinking and programming skills in primary, secondary, and K-12 education through a systematic review of the existing literature. …”
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Bridging research and practice in a learning health system: Developing and refining an embedded scholars program through insights from scholars and clinical mentors by Windsor Westbrook Sherrill, Luke Hall, Lawrence Fredendall, Janet Hoffman Evatt

“…Particularly, this study aims to explore the interpersonal and structural factors influencing the success of an embedded scholar program, focusing on enablers and barriers to collaboration, knowledge integration, and mentorship within the LHS. …”
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The effects of integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine rehabilitation programs on post-acute ankle sprain: A randomized controlled trial study protocol. by Hang Gao, Xiao Chen, Jiayi Ren, Xinglai Zhang, Yuqian Hu, Zhao Ma, Yuanjia Gu, Jiming Tao, Weian Yuan

“…The main purpose of this study is to explore the safety and effectiveness of the intervention of integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine rehabilitation programs on post-acute ankle sprains.…”
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Understanding street-exposure and abuse among street-involved children and youth in Kenya: structural intervention insights from routinely collected program data by Michael Goodman, Kelvin Munene, Nora Gardner, Stanley Gitari

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What are end-users' needs and preferences for a comprehensive e-health program for type 2 diabetes? - A qualitative user preference study. by Tina Rishaug, Anne-Marie Aas, André Henriksen, Gunnar Hartvigsen, Kåre Inge Birkeland, Eirik Årsand

“…Future work should include health care personnel to explore their needs and preferences, and ways such an e-health program may enhance patient interaction without increasing workload and resource use.…”
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Effect of virtual reality educational program on critical thinking disposition among nursing students in Egypt: a quasi-experimental pretest–posttest design by Mona Ahmed Mohamed Gabr, Wafaa Fathi Sleem, Nehad Saad El-wkeel

“…However, there is a need for further research to explore its impact on critical thinking disposition among nursing students. …”
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Transcriptional programs of Pitx2 and Tfap2a/Tfap2b controlling lineage specification of mandibular epithelium during tooth initiation. by Fan Shao, An-Vi Phan, Wenjie Yu, Yuwei Guo, Jamie Thompson, Carter Coppinger, Shankar R Venugopalan, Brad A Amendt, Eric Van Otterloo, Huojun Cao

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SOME ISSUES OF TEACHING AND LEARNING OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE IN LAW INSTITUTIONS AND UNIVERSITIES IN THE CONTEXT OF THE INTERNATIONAL MASTER’S DOUBLE DEGREE PROGRAM «EUROPEAN AND I... by Sergey Yu. Marochkin, Marina I. Shunevich

“…This issue is particularly relevant for the course of European law, as well as for the corresponding master’s degree programs «Jurisprudence». Key attention is paid to the necessity of including such academic disciplines for students as the topic «Corporate governance» and the theme «Corporate Law» into the magister program of two diplomas «European and International Law» for the universities of Eastern Europe. …”
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Acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility of an online facilitation training program designed to support the implementation of person-centered care in Swedish healthcare—a qu... by Ewa Carlsson Lalloo, Anna Bergström, Leif Eriksson, Lars Wallin, Emmelie Barenfeld

“…This study aims to explore the acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility of this facilitation training program, designed to support PCC implementation. …”
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Planning Design Competitions to Cultivate Innovative Design Capabilities Among Hong Kong Secondary School Students by Chun-Wang To, Yi-Teng Shih

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The crucial role the field epidemiology training program played in preparedness and response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Sierra Leone, January 2020 to August 2022 by Gebrekrstos Negash Gebru, Alden Keith Henderson, Adel Hussein Elduma, James Sylvester Squire, Mohamed Alex Vandi, Daphane Moffett, Monique Foster

“…CDC in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET). The program started at the FETP Frontline level, a 3-month in-service training program, followed by the FETP Intermediate, a 9-month in-service training program launched in 2017. …”
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Between a B.A. Generalist and an Expert: Challenges and Improvements in the Training Curriculum and Implementation of Peace Corps Health Auxiliary Program in Korea (1967-1970) by Narae SEO

“…These volunteers worked in local health centers on tuberculosis control, mother and child health, and other public health initiatives. Despite the program’s significance, the operational aspects of the health initiative and the activities undertaken by the volunteers remain under-explored in academic literature.The early phases of the program, particularly the K-4 and K-6 cohorts, faced the challenge of transforming non-specialist B.A. generalists into competent health workers in the Korean medical field. …”
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Contributions of a community health worker program in improving district health system performance in South Africa, using routine health service variables in a quasi-experimental s... by Leena Susan Thomas, Joyce Jordaan, Yogan Pillay, Eric Buch

“…However, there are not many studies exploring the contributions and effectiveness of large-scale, comprehensive community health worker programs on health system performance. …”
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Promoting emotional & behavioral health for pediatric patients with Fontan circulation: integrating psychology into a dedicated multidisciplinary clinic by Nicholas P. Seivert, Nicholas P. Seivert, Kathryn M. Dodds, Kathryn M. Dodds, Abigail Demianczyk, David J. Goldberg, David J. Goldberg, Jack Rychik, Jack Rychik

“…Findings from emotional/behavioral and quality-of-life measures are reported and relationships between these variables are explored.MethodThe Fontan Rehabilitation, Wellness and Resilience Development (FORWARD) Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is a multidisciplinary clinic for individuals with Fontan circulation. …”
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