Teachers’ perceptions related to structural influences in physical education: a comparative study of Finland and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq by Warhel Asim Mohammed, Joonas Kalari, Golaleh Makrooni, Pål Lagestad

“…By considering the complexities of PE, teachers can assist students to achieve academic success, community well-being, and personal development, thus establishing the foundation for long-term success and sustainability.MethodsThematic analysis of PE teachers’ reflections on open-ended questions about their PE teaching revealed structural factors as a major theme. However, a lack of knowledge remains regarding how structural influences affect PE teachers’ perspectives in various socio-cultural, historical, and geographical contexts. …”
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А Computer Simulation of Radiation-Induced Structural Changes and Properties of Multiperiod ZrNx/MoNx System by O.V. Sobol', A.A. Meylekhov, T.V. Bochulia, V.A. Stolbovoy, V.F. Gorban', А.А. Postelnyk, S.M. Shevchenko, A.V. Yanchev

“…Influence of the period value Λ (at different negative potential Ub that supplied during deposition) on phase composition, structure, stress-strain state and hardness of multiperiod coatings ZrNx/MoNx is investigated by using complex methods of validation structural state at combined with microindentation. …”
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Structural difference analysis of gut microbiota in different bone mass populations and relevant probiotic (lactobacilli) supplementation strategies by Jiani Pan, Pingping Yin, Leilei Yu, Heng Zhang, Chengcheng Zhang, Jianxin Zhao, Fengwei Tian, Qixiao Zhai

“…Therefore, based on metagenomic and 16S ribosomal RNA data, this study analyzed the gut microbiota structure of 488 individuals with different bone masses (NC, normal; ON, osteopenia; OP, osteoporosis) to identify significant associations between the gut microbiota and bone loss. …”
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Structural succession and functional changes in the river ecosystem of the Yellow River estuary under the influence of ecological restoration measures by Wang Yiping, Yuan Longhu, Lu Yongjun, Zeng Yuhong, Liu Huaixiang

“…Clarifying the changes in the structure and function of damaged river ecosystems in estuaries influenced by restoration measures is crucial for formulating regional ecosystem management and restoration strategies; however, research on the Yellow River estuary remains insufficient. …”
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Socio-cultural and structural barriers influencing parents' knowledge and access to information on schistosomiasis in children around Ugandan Lakes. by Lisa Sophie Reigl, Maxson Kenneth Anyolitho, Stella Neema, Mary Amuyunzu-Nyamongo, Andrea Buhl, Jennifer Burrill, Marie Frese, Djouquou Alexise Gnahore, Eveline Hürlimann, Lobohon Suzanne Lavry Épouse Yao, Janet Masaku, Nora Monnier, Ashley Preston, Alice Sereti Sinkeet, Peter Steinmann, Alain Toh, Orkan Okan, Andrea S Winkler, Isabelle L Lange

“…Other mentioned socio-cultural and structural barriers to information flow included language barriers, illiteracy, high population movement, fears, and resentment from restrictive government fishing laws.…”
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Multivariate Structural Vibration Coupling Response of the Self-Propelled Straw Pickup Baler Under Time-Varying Loads by Bangzhui Wang, Kexin Que, Zhong Tang, Meiyan Sun, Yi Lian, Haoyang Wang

“…Based on the balance equations, the coupling characteristics of the structures were studied. Through experiments collecting excitation signals from multiple devices under different operating conditions, the vibration excitation signals of each component were obtained. …”
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Psychotropic activity evaluation of bromantane — N-(camphan-2-yl)anilines new structural analogues in in vivo tests by A. A. Vernigora, L. L. Brunilina, A. V. Kazhberov, N. S. Bolokhov, A. A. Pokhlebin, A. A. Sokolova, V. E. Pustynnikov, I. N. Tyurenkov, I. A. Novakov, V. I. Krasnov, D. N. Polovyanenko

“…The aim of the work was the synthesis of bromantane - N-(camphan-2-yl)anilines new structural analogues and the study of their psychotropic properties.Materials and methods. …”
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Structural and functional characteristics of left ventricular strain in healthy individuals with different physical activity level according to echocardiography by Yu. L. Begrambekova, O. A. Drobyazko, D. V. Skripkina, Ya. A. Orlova, M. N. Alekhin

“…Aim. To determine the structural and functional characteristics of the myocardium in young people with different levels of physical activity (PA).Material and methods. …”
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Structural Attributes Injection Is Better: Exploring General Approach for Radar Image ATR with a Attribute Alignment Adapter by Xiaolin Zhou, Xunzhang Gao, Shuowei Liu, Junjie Han, Xiaolong Su, Jiawei Zhang

“…To address this issue, we first integrate the knowledge of structural attributes into the training process of an ATR model, providing both category and structural information at the dataset level. …”
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Shallow Structural Deformation Reveals Intraplate Seismicity Triggered by Graben Motion in the South China Littoral Fault Zone by Hu Yi, Wenhuan Zhan, Xiaodong Yang, Jian Li, Xiaochuan Wu, Jie Sun, Yantao Yao, Jiaxian Huang, Zelong Ju

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Structural integrity of extracted teeth restored using three different post-and-core systems: An in vitro comparative study by Lamyia Anweigi, Rawan Noah, Lujain Alessa, Ebtissam Al-Madi, Alhanoof Aldegheishem

“…Conclusion: Endodontically treated mandibular premolars with a zirconia post-and-core system exhibited the highest robustness against structural failure based on its mean fracture resistance value. …”
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Thermomechanical analyses and ANN modeling of novel epoxy adhesives with CSR particles and zinc oxide nanoparticles in structural bonding by Seyyed Mohammad Mirmohammadi, Omid Moini Jazani, Ali Gharieh

“…Abstract Epoxy adhesives are widely used as structural adhesives distinguished by a significant degree of cross-linking, resulting in their brittle characteristics. …”
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Association of socioeconomic and lifestyle factors with prevalence of diabetes in rural southwest China: a structural equation modelling approach by Lan Liu, Le Cai, Xia Wu, Guo-hui Li, Allison Rabkin Golden, Zi-Zi Yu, Du-Li Liu, Xiang-Yang Yin

“…Objectives This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of diabetes using structural equation modelling (SEM) to examine the pathways and associations of socioeconomic and lifestyle factors on diabetes in rural southwest China.Design Data were collected from a cross-sectional health interview and examination survey among individuals aged ≥35 years in rural southwest China. …”
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Machine learning for classification of pediatric bipolar disorder with and without psychotic symptoms based on thalamic subregional structural volume by Weijia Gao, Kejing Zhang, Qing Jiao, Linyan Su, Dong Cui, Shaojia Lu, Rongwang Yang

“…Methods Participants including 28 P-PBD, 26 NP-PBD, and 18 healthy controls (HCs) underwent structural magnetic resonance imaging (sMRI) scanning using a 3.0T MRI scanner. …”
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Combining long-read DNA and RNA sequencing to enhance molecular understanding of structural variations leading to copy gains by Jade Fauqueux, Jean-Pascal Meneboo, Roseline Caumes, Luc Thomès, Emilie Ait Yahya, Caroline Thuillier, Elise Boudry, Celine Villenet, Martin Figeac, Jamal Ghoumid, Thomas Smol

“…Structural variants (SVs) significantly contribute to human disease, but their complexity often makes accurate characterization difficult with conventional methods. …”
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Psychometric evaluation of DASS versions among Spanish and Chinese teachers using exploratory structural equation modeling (ESEM) by Xue-heng Zhou, Zi-Zheng Shen, Cui-Hong Cao, Xiao-Ling Liao, Xing-Yong Jiang, Mark D. Griffiths, I-Hua Chen, Chung-Ying Lin, Olga Malas

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Hemoglobin level and common mental disorder among school adolescent girls in Central Ethiopia: Structural Equation Model by Shemsu Kedir, Kalkidan Hassen Abate, Bekri Mohammed, Behre Dari Mosa, Yasin Awol Wabe, Kalid Sherefa Reshid, Legese Petros, Musa Jemal, Beyene Wondafrash Ademe

“…Hemoglobin level was adjusted for altitude, while CMD was evaluated utilising the summation score of a 20‐item Self‐Reporting Questionnaire. Data were analysed through fitting Structural Equation Model and the maximum likelihood estimation method. …”
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Discovery, structural characteristics and evolutionary analyses of functional domains in Acinetobacter baumannii phage tail fiber/spike proteins by Shenshen Liu, Tao Lei, Yujing Tan, Xiaoyi Huang, Wenxin Zhao, Huanhuan Zou, Jianhui Su, Ji Zeng, Haiyan Zeng

“…Conclusions This research deepens the understanding of the relationship between A. baumannii phage genera and the functional domains within their tail fiber/spike proteins, emphasizing the compatibility between structural characteristics and functional roles. The data obtained could serve as a reference for the targeted modification of phages or their tail fiber/spike proteins, enhancing their therapeutic applications.…”
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Development of a Comprehensive Model for Predicting Stock Prices in the Stock Market Using an Interpretive Structural Modeling Approach by Shiva Rezaeyan, Mohammad Taleghani, Azita Sherejsharifi

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to create a comprehensive stock price prediction model for the Tehran Stock Exchange by employing both fuzzy Delphi and interpretive structural modeling techniques. The research is innovative in that it incorporates all relevant factors from technical, fundamental, macroeconomic, and sentiment perspectives for stock price forecasting. …”
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BioStruct-Africa’s capacity building workshops as a model for advancing the emerging community of structural biologists in Africa by Safiétou Sankhe, Fatoumata G. Fofana, Walid Heiba, Oludare M. Ogunyemi, Kabo Masisi, Irene Muiruri, Eunice A. Abaah, Arnaud Tepa, Chi Tchampo Fru, Joel T. Johnson, Claire V. Tchuenguia, Nelly M. T. Tatchou-Nebangwa, Desmon T. Tsafack, Brice L. Koloko, Tessy-Koko Kulu-Abi, Ivana Ngounou, Toussaint S. D. Sovegnon, Rolin Mitterran N. Kamga, Mersimine F. M. Kouamo, Yeshimebet C. Getahun, Aurélien F. A. Moumbock, Katharina C. Cramer, Nicolas V. Rüffin, Louise Djapgne, Piotr Sliz, Jamaine Davis, Michel N. Fodje, Julia J. Griese, Emmanuel Nji

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