The use of psychological interventions in tertiary prevention programs for individuals engaged in violent extremism: a scoping review and interviews by Daisy Muibu, Anna Vasaturo, Wilson Spurrell, Elena Savoia

“…This study combines a scoping literature review with interviews to identify and describe the type of psychological treatments used, as well as their structure, and implementation. The scoping review identified 34 tertiary prevention programs that include a psychological intervention spanning 22 countries. …”
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Evaluating Optimal Deep Learning Models for Freshness Assessment of Silver Barb Through Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution with Linear Programming by Atchara Choompol, Sarayut Gonwirat, Narong Wichapa, Anucha Sriburum, Sarayut Thitapars, Thanakorn Yarnguy, Noppakun Thongmual, Waraporn Warorot, Kiatipong Charoenjit, Ronnachai Sangmuenmao

“…This study establishes a structured framework for integrating AI-driven fish quality assessment into fishery-based community enterprises, improving productivity and reducing reliance on manual sorting processes.…”
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Resilience and sustainability of entrepreneurial mindsets in Ghanaian youth: a five-year impact study of sports training programs by Oscar Cornelius Nyanyo Nyanyofio, Karim Musah, Vida Korleki Nyawornota, Doris Akosua Tay, Clement Adamba, Leapetswe Malete, Daniel McCole, Reginald Tetteh-Ahumah Ocansey, Reginald Tetteh-Ahumah Ocansey

“…This study evaluates the long-term impact of the Africa Alliance for Partnerships (AAP) program on the academic and professional trajectories of its alumni, with a focus on sustained entrepreneurial skills and personal growth.MethodsA structured survey was conducted among alumni who participated in the AAP program at least five years prior. …”
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Translation and Impact of the National Diabetes Prevention Program in Two Rural Settings: Participant Outcomes, Individual Experiences, and Recommendations by Jenifer J. Thomas, Bhibha M. Das, Lesley D. Lutes, Lacey Dickson, Parres Holliday, Brianna Adams, Hannah McNamee

“…Variables of interest included the Lifestyle-Health-Related Self-Concept questionnaire (HRSC), weight, and physical activity. The second program (Hybrid-Format DPP) occurred in 2022 with the goal of understanding individual participant experiences within the program by conducting a reflexive thematic analysis on data obtained during a semi-structured group interview with 3 participants. …”
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Changes in Dental Caries Risk among Middle School Students Using an ICT-Based Caries Management Program by An-Na Yeo, Yu-Min Kang, Su-Young Lee

“…The Caries Management by Risk Assessment (CAMBRA) model provides a structured, risk-based approach for caries prevention and management. …”
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Professional educators’ experiences teaching internationally educated nurses attending bridging programs: a qualitative interview study by Anna-Maria Sarstrand Marekovic, Emina Hadziabdic, Päivi Juuso, Kristiina Heikkilä

“…The data were collected between December 2021 and March 2023 through semi-structured interviews with 15 educators involved in bridging programs at two universities in Sweden. …”
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Contextual barriers to infection prevention and control program implementation in hospitals in Latin America: a mixed methods evaluation by Valeria Fabre, Clara Secaira, Carolyn Herzig, Elizabeth Bancroft, Maria Paula Bernachea, Lucy Anchiraico Galarza, Bowen Aquiles, Ana Belén Arauz, Maria Del Carmen Bangher, Marisa Liliana Bernan, Sol Burokas, Alfredo Canton, Iris L. Cazali, Angel Colque, Marisabel Comas, Rosa Verónica Contreras, Wanda Cornistein, Maria Gabriela Cordoba, Silvia Mabel Correa, Gustavo Costilla Campero, Marta Isabel Chamorro Ayala, Nuria Chavez, Gabriela De Ascencao, Carlos Cruz García, Clara Esquivel, Cecilia Ezcurra, Leonardo Fabbro, Leandro Falleroni, Johana Fernandez, Sandra Ferrari, Veronica Freire, Maria Isabel Garzón, José Anel Gonzales, Lucrecia Guaymas, Fausto Guerrero-Toapanta, Diego Laplume, Sandra Lambert, César Guillermo Lemir, Paola Romina Lazarte, Itzel L. Lopez, Herberth Maldonado, Guadalupe Martínez, Diego M. Maurizi, Florencia Mesplet, Cristina Moreno Izquierdo, Gabriela Luciana Moya, Mariela Nájera, Yanina Nuccetelli, Argelis Olmedo, Belén Palacio, Florencia Pellice, Carla Lorena Raffo, Carolina Ramos, Fanny Reino, Viviana Rodriguez, Federico Romero, Juan José Romero, Graciela Sadino, Nancy Sandoval, Mariana Suarez, Maria Victoria Suayter, Maria Alejandra Ureña, Marisol Valle, Ligia Vence Reyes, Silvia Vera Amate Perez, Hugo Videla, Silvina Villamandos, Olmedo Villarreal, Maria Alejandra Viteri, Eduardo Warley, Rodolfo E. Quiros

“…Additionally, we conducted semi-structured interviews among IPC personnel and microbiologists using the Systems Engineering Initiative for Patient Safety model to evaluate barriers and facilitators for IPC program implementation. …”
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A Neuropsychological Rehabilitation Program for Cognitive Impairment in Psychiatric and Neurological Conditions: A Review That Supports Its Efficacy by Ainara Gómez-Gastiasoro, Javier Peña, Naroa Ibarretxe-Bilbao, Olaia Lucas-Jiménez, María Díez-Cirarda, Oiane Rilo, Genoveva Montoya-Murillo, Leire Zubiaurre-Elorza, Natalia Ojeda

“…Results regarding REHACOP’s efficacy in psychiatric and neurological conditions have contributed to expanding the existing evidence about the use of structured neuropsychological rehabilitation. In addition, the results obtained after its implementation highlighted the need and importance of designing and implementing integrative neuropsychological rehabilitation programs that are focused not only on cognition per se but also on participants’ performance in daily living.…”
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The path to teaching Excellence: Examining self-efficacy of pre-service teachers during school internship programs in Indonesia by Opik Abdurrahman Taufik, Soeharto Soeharto, Abdul Kadir Ahmad, Suprapto, Sumarni, Nunu Ahmad An-Nahidl, Onok Yayang Pamungkas, Siti Mariah, Dinar Westri Andini, Pramudya Cahyandaru

“…The study highlights the critical role of structured internships, mentorship, and reflective practices in enhancing PSTs' self-efficacy. …”
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RTCi versus OSBC teaching method in eight-year medical program: a randomized, controlled educational research by Lu Wang, Ben Zhao, Xiaohui Wang, Minghao Guo, Lu Wang, Lei Dou, Yinan Sun

“…The two groups were compared in terms of on-schedule graduation, the number of papers published per student, grade-weighted scores and objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) scores. Results The 230 participants were randomly divided into two groups. …”
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Hints of Planet Formation Signatures in a Large-cavity Disk Studied in the AGE-PRO ALMA Large Program by Anibal Sierra, Laura M. Pérez, Carolina Agurto-Gangas, James Miley, Ke Zhang, Paola Pinilla, Ilaria Pascucci, Leon Trapman, Nicolas Kurtovic, Miguel Vioque, Dingshan Deng, Rossella Anania, John Carpenter, Lucas A. Cieza, Camilo González-Ruilova, Michiel Hogerheijde, Aleksandra Kuznetsova, Giovanni P. Rosotti, Dary A. Ruiz-Rodriguez, Kamber Schwarz, Benoît Tabone, Estephani E. TorresVillanueva

“…Resolved observations of the dust continuum emission (angular resolution of ∼150 mas, 20 au) show a ring-like structure with a peak at 0.″57 (75 au), a deep gap with a minimum at 0.″24 (31 au), an inner disk, a bridge connecting the inner disk and the outer ring, along with a spiral arm structure, and a tentative detection (to 3 σ ) of a compact emission at the center of the disk gap, with an estimated dust mass of ∼2.7−12.9 Lunar masses. …”
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Alert Reduction and Telemonitoring Process Optimization for Improving Efficiency in Remote Patient Monitoring Programs: Framework Development Study by Job van Steenkiste, Niki Lupgens, Martijn Kool, Daan Dohmen, Iris Verberk-Jonkers

“…A structured method for telemonitoring process optimization is lacking. …”
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Clinical evaluation of the implementation of the first pilot Russian integrated program for an integrated approach to the management of diabetes mellitus “NORMA” by G. R. Galstyan, A. Y. Mayorov, O. G. Melnikova, N. I. Holmskaya, Z. A. Hamradjanov, V. I. Milyutin, M. V. Shestakova

“…In this regard, the search for new integrated solutions that could strengthen disease control and improve clinical outcomes becomes relevant.AIM: To assess the impact of the developed integrated approach to disease management on the clinical and metabolic outcomes of patients with type 1 (T1DM) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) participating in the “NORMA” pilot program for 3 and 6 months.MATERIALS AND METHODS: “NORMA” is the first Russian program designed to implement an integrated approach to DM management combines structured online education, blood glucose monitoring, supervision by endocrinologist, and administrative support. …”
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Advancing sustainability in low-resource settings: development and validation of a sustainability tool for evidence-based interventions and programs by Chisom Obiezu-Umeh, Divya S. Subramaniam, Ucheoma Nwaozuru, Titilola Gbaja-biamila, Titilola Gbaja-biamila, Lateef Akeem Blessing, Thembekile Shato, David Oladele, David Oladele, Lisa R. Hirschhorn, Enbal Shacham, Hong Xian, Oliver Chukwujekwu Ezechi, Juliet Iwelunmor

“…Subsequently, we piloted STEPS among 256 healthcare workers in Nigeria directly involved in implementing evidence-based programs and/or interventions. Data were analyzed using exploratory factor analysis (EFA) to identify the underlying factor structure, followed by reliability analysis.ResultsThe EFA indicated that a four-factor 31-item structure best fits the data (Kaiser Criterion of eigenvalues >1, confirmed by scree plot, and interpretability). …”
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USING MULTIPLE SHIFTS TO APPLY CCPM PRINCIPLES IN CONSTRUCTION by Ehab Elhosary, Adel Eldesouky, Mohamed Hakam

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Optimal Allocation of Resources in an Open Economic System with Cobb–Douglas Production and Trade Balances by Kamshat Tussupova, Zainelkhriet Murzabekov

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Integrating an exercise program into opioid agonist therapy: a pilot study on feasibility, fitness improvements, and participation challenges by Einar Furulund, Siv-Elin Leirvåg Carlsen, Silvia Eiken Alpers, Jørn Henrik Vold, Karl Trygve Druckrey-Fiskaaen, Tesfaye Madebo, Sindre M. Dyrstad, Torgeir Gilje Lid, Lars Thore Fadnes

“…Conclusion This pilot study suggests that integrating structured exercise into OAT can be feasible and improve aerobic fitness. …”
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Effect of positive thinking intervention based on multimedia program on psychological security and life expectancy in patients with COVID-19 by Shahla Teymoori Korrani, Shahram Etemadifar, Shahnaz Nemati, Hadi Raeisi, Bita Sadeghi

“…This will enable people to deal with difficult situations by improving their psychological structures and promoting higher levels of well-being and mental health for patients by health policymakers.…”
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The Effects of a Knee Joint Injury Prevention Program on Young Female Basketball Players: A Systematic Review by Miljan Hadzovic, Predrag Ilic, Ana Lilic, Mima Stankovic

“…According to the results of this study, the most frequently used training programs were neuromuscular programs, whose structure includes several types of exercises and which represented a combination of plyometric exercises, core strengthening exercises, exercises to strengthen the muscles of the lower extremities, agility exercises, flexibility exercises, and balance exercises. …”
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Assessment of the impact of procurement centralization on the drug provision for patients within the High-Cost Nosology Program in the Russian Federation by V. V. Omelyanovskiy, V. A. Ryagina, A. G. Kharitonova, K. I. Matrenin, A. A. Kingshott, O. V. Ashikhmina, M. V. Zhirov

“…In the Russian Federation, patients receive expensive drugs from the federal budget funds within High-Cost Nosology (HCN) Program.Objective: to assess the impact of drug procurement centralization on the weighted average price (WAP) per 1 unit of measurement (UM) of a drug, the procurement structure within HCN Program over 5 years (2019–2023), as well as the annual volume of procurements for each nosology and the additional annual growth compared to the previous year.Material and methods. …”
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