Application of different hardware and software in the concept of digital pilot training and selection by Aleksandar Z. Knežević, Aleksandar G. Bukvić, Branimir B. Krstić

“…This approach in training professional circles and the public is called Live Virtual Constructive. For all other teaching aids used for preparation for training, neither the methodology nor the extent of their use has been specifically investigated. …”
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Search Rate and Functional Response of a Eusocial Insect (Oecophylla longinoda) in a Tanzanian Mango Orchard by Thora Samsø Fast, Jørgen Aagaard Axelsen, Gina Kier Lynegaard, Maulid Mwatawala, Joachim Offenberg

“…This was done by following the removal of prey, which constituted the foundation for estimating the search rate by aid of the Nicholson-Bailey and Lotka-Volterra models. …”
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Path Clearing, Policy Acceleration or Trend Reinforcement: Potential Implications of Selected Local Government Responses to Covid-19 in the UK by Tony Gore, Emma Bimpson, Julian Dobson, Stephen Parkes

“…Since its onset in 2020 Covid-19 impacts have engendered rapid interventions across all policy domains and at all scales of government. This has prompted lively debate around the wider significance and longer-term implications of such moves with regard to their role as potential 'punctuations' within a broader policy paradigm shift. …”
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A Case of Unilateral Coccidioidal Chorioretinitis in a Patient with HIV-Associated Meningoencephalitis by Christopher Toomey, Andrew Gross, Jeffrey Lee, Doran B. Spencer

“…Intraocular coccidioidomycosis is a rare condition, with the most commonly reported presentation being an idiopathic iritis in patients who live in or have traveled thorough endemic areas. …”
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A prospective multi-site study to evaluate the performance and usability of an oral fluid-based HIV self-test in Canada by Richard A. Galli, Darshanand Maraj, Kristin McBain, Jason M. Lo Hog Tian, Abbey McFarland, Wangari Tharao, Nontobeko P. Nkala, Arlene Chan, Mark da Silva, Rejean Thomas, Anne-Fanny Vassal, Martin Lepage, Laurie Ireland, Mike Payne, Jared Starr, Chris Fraser, Marion Selfridge, Mona Loutfy, Roberta Halpenny, Nirubini Jeyarajah, Vanessa Tran, Tony Mazzulli, Sean B. Rourke

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On being and having: a qualitative study of self-perceptions in bipolar disorder by Matthew N. Ponticiello, Alexis L. Chang, Rebecca J. Chang, Salahudeen Mirza, Andrés Martin

“…Within each domain, themes and subthemes outline nuanced and often conflicting perspectives of participants’ illness experiences.ConclusionsAcross the varied and nuanced perspectives uncovered, our work provides a framework of three domains central to the inner reality of lived bipolar experience. Thoughtful understanding of patients’ experiences, perspectives, and desires within these three domains may aid clinicians and loved ones alike in more sensitively and effectively addressing the unique individual needs of those living with BD. …”
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Reasons for school dropouts in suburban areas near Villupuram district: A retrospective study by D. Arthi, M. Rajalakshmi, Kalaiselvan Ganapathy

“…It is a serious issue that impacts students all over and can have negative outcomes in their lives. In general, those who struggle to engage behaviorally and/or academically drop out of school. …”
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Exploring the Impact of Gratitude on Subjective Well-Being Among Fatherless: Implications for Counseling Interventions by Loyalia Tisyri Mekar Untung Seputra, Krismi Diah Ambarwati

“…By integrating gratitude interventions, counselors can aid students in developing emotional stability, enhancing social connections, and potentially improving physical health outcomes. …”
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Structure in transition: The role of structure in facilitating workplace efficacy and belonging for military veterans and civilians. by W Connor Gibbs, Lauren Ortosky, Alair MacLean, Aaron C Kay, David K Sherman

“…The present research tests ideas derived from compensatory control theory which posits that people may seek external structure to help exert control over their lives when they experience a lack of control in an important life domain - and that this can aid in their goal pursuit. …”
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Charging Station Distribution Optimization Using Drone Fleet in a Disaster by Zohaib Hassan, Syed Irtiza Ali Shah, Ahsan Sarwar Rana

“…A disaster is an unforeseen calamity that can cause damage to properties and can bring about a loss of human lives. Usually, many relief supplies, such as clean water, food, and medical supplies, are required by disaster victims. …”
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Understanding Technology Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic Through the Lens of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities: An International, Multi-Centre Study by Hannah R. Marston, Vishnunarayan Girishan Prabhu, Loredana Ivan

“…From a community perspective, individuals living in rural areas and small towns reported significantly lower loneliness scores and higher well-being scores than those living in metros and cities. …”
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Lessons Learned from Van Earthquake in the Context of Urban Environment and Health by Bilge Kalanlar

“…Many people have lost their lives on October 23 and November 9 earthquake in Van province of Turkey. …”
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Psychometric Properties of the Dental Activities Test: An Exploratory Factor Analysis in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment by Xi Chen, Wen Liu

“…This study examines the underlying factor structure of the DAT among older adults in assisted living settings. Methods. In a secondary analysis of the data from the original study, the results of testing of 90 older adults with normal to severely impaired cognition from three assisted living communities in North Carolina from March 2013 to February 2014 were studied. …”
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Development and validation of a prognosis risk score model for neonatal mortality in the Amhara region, Ethiopia. A prospective cohort study by Mengstu Melkamu Asaye, Yohannes Hailu Matebe, Helena Lindgren, Kerstin Erlandsson, Kassahun Alemu Gelaye

“…Conclusion The neonatal mortality predictive score could aid in early detection, clinical decision-making, and, most importantly, timely interventions for high-risk neonates, ultimately saving lives in Ethiopia.…”
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Tele-counseling services for COVID-19 patients: Experiences from a state mental health institute in South India by Sanjeev Kumar Manikappa, Kannappa V. Shetty, K Ashalatha, Urmila Bamney, GM Sachetha

“…It is possible to provide such psychological first aid using information technology.…”
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Developmental coordination disorder questionnaire – translation and adaptation into Danish by Marta Topor, Anne Husted Henriksen, Rasmus Ahmt Rohde, Anna Bugge, Emma Bundgård Fals, Ida Jacobsen, Keenie Andersen, Jacob Wienecke

“…New tools are needed to enable easy and efficient screening of motor difficulties experienced by children living in Denmark.Aims/Objectives We translated and adapted the Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire (DCDQ’07) into Danish and aimed to evaluate its utility.Materials and Methods A team of translators prepared the Danish version of the DCDQ’07 – DCDQ-DK. …”
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Exploring barriers to accessing treatment for Lymphatic Filariasis through a socio-ecological lens in Buvuma and Napak districts, Uganda. by Arthur Bagonza, Linda Gibson, Lydia Kabiri, Chris Bezalel, Saravu Rama Bhat Narahari, Peter J Franks, David Musoke, Christine Moffatt

“…Using a socioecological model, this study examined barriers to treatment and support for people living with lymphatic filariasis in Uganda's Buvuma and Napak districts.…”
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Age Estimation in Children by the Measurement of Open Apices in Teeth: A Study in the Western Indian Population by Sanjana Manjrekar, Shantanu Deshpande, Farhin Katge, Romi Jain, Tejaswini Ghorpade

“…For this study, we included 311 panoramic radiographs of healthy children living in Western India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Goa) aged 4–15 years which were analysed by two independent researchers. …”
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Knowledge, Attitude and Awareness among Diabetic vs. Non-Diabetic Patients about the Association between Diabetes and Oral Health by Jaswinder Kaur, Gurleen Kaur Pruthi, Harsimran Singh Kapoor, Vishwas Narang, Akaljot Kaur, Aakash Gupta

“…Results: Majority of the participants were male and lived in urban area. 41.8% respondents had diabetes, out of which 86.7% had no awareness of the type. …”
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Exploring the Mechanisms of Zhenbao Pills in the Treatment of Stroke through Network Pharmacology Combined with Mendelian Randomization by Yanhong Liu, Yunqi Hua, Xiaoe Jia

“…Background: Stroke causes substantial death and disability worldwide, challenging healthcare systems and impacting patients' lives. Research on stroke biomarkers can aid in the development of targeted therapies, while Zhenbao Pills (ZBP) from traditional Chinese medicine may enhance recovery from neurological disorders. …”
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