Steering through the landscape: a study on entrepreneurs' perceptions of business environments by Gelmar García-Vidal, Laritza Guzmán-Vilar, Alexander Sánchez-Rodríguez, Reyner Pérez-Campdesuñer, Rodobaldo Martínez-Vivar

“…The research methodology used in this study involved collecting information from 384 SME owners-managers from different sectors of the economy in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, Ecuador. …”
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Testing Hidden Assumptions of Representativeness in Reach‐Scale Studies of Hyporheic Exchange by Paige S. Becker, Adam S. Ward, Skuyler P. Herzog, Steven M. Wondzell

“…Abstract Field studies of hyporheic exchange in mountain systems are often conducted using short study reaches and a limited number of observations. …”
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Identity, ideology, and capital in EFL learning: a narrative case study by Adilur Rahaman

“…In particular, findings demonstrate that (a) imagined identity and group membership influence commitment to language learning; (b) ideologies embedded in language education policy, linguistic gatekeeping, and methodologies of English language teaching configure language learning practices; and (c) the fluid nature of the three forms of capital (i.e., economic, social, and cultural) enables the participant to engage in learning English. The findings of this study have implications for language educators and second language acquisition (SLA) researchers.…”
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Comprehensive Biometric Study on the Invasive Seaweed, Caulerpa mexicana, in the Aegean Sea by Erhan Mutlu, Yaşar Özvarol, Barış Akçalı, Berivan Elif Aslan, Zeynep Narlı, Zeynep Zabun

“…The present study investigates the occurrence and biometry of the invasive seaweed Caulerpa mexicana in the Gulf of İzmir, Aegean Sea, thereby highlighting its ecological implications in a region increasingly affected by biological invasions. …”
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Vanillic acid as a promising intervention for metabolic syndrome: Preclinical studies by Mahboobeh Ghasemzadeh Rahbardar, Gordon A Ferns, Majid Ghayour Mobarhan

“…The emerging evidence for the beneficial effects of vanillic acid in animal models, in vitro studies, and preliminary clinical studies is also highlighted. …”
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A longitudinal study of interplay between student engagement and self-regulation by Sami Heikkinen, Mohammed Saqr, Jonna Malmberg, Matti Tedre

“…Abstract This study investigates the dynamic interplay between student engagement and self-regulated learning (SRL) in an online project management course. …”
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Cachexia in oral squamous cell carcinoma Sudanese patients: an exploratory study by Safaa Merghani Awadallah, Hind Ahmed Osman Elhag, Yousif Eltohami

“…The main goal of this study; which is considered the first of its kind in Sudan, was to enhance our understanding of the clinical implications of oral cancer cachexia. …”
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A pilot study for the preliminary validation of the Negative Emotions Scale (NES) by Dominic L. O’Farrell, James J. Collard, Peter J. Norton

“…Abstract The classification of emotional distress has significant diagnostic and treatment implications in psychological therapy. Traditionally models of distress have favoured a unitary model of emotions where an emotional reaction is dysfunctional according to the severity of its experience. …”
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Metacognitive strategies in translation: a comparative study of student and professional translators by Dahui Dong, Meng-Lin Chen

“…The study compared 30 professional translators and 30 graduate students in translation studies as they translated two academic article introductions. …”
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The impact of BIM on project time and cost: insights from case studies by Karan Das, Salman Khursheed, Virendra Kumar Paul

“…Abstract Building Information Modelling (BIM) has emerged as a transformative tool in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industries, offering significant potential to improve project efficiency and outcomes. This study explores the impact of BIM implementation on project time and cost by analyzing critical factors such as design errors, unbudgeted changes, Requests for Information (RFIs), labour dynamics, and scheduling across multiple case studies. …”
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The Sustainability of Contract Farming Model: A Case Study of an Agribusiness Company by Eka Nurjati, Fransisca Susanti Wiryawan

“…However, several aspects threaten sustainability. As a case study of PT SSS, this research used qualitative descriptive analysis. …”
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Migraine Pain Location and Measures of Healthcare Use and Distress: An Observational Study by Elizabeth Loder, Emma Weizenbaum, Donald Giddon

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Study and Application of Full Tailing Deep Concentration and Rapid Dewatering Technology by Liang Peng, Bokun Zheng, TengLong Huang, Xin Zhu, Yang Liu, Fan Hu

“…The type and dosage of the flocculant as well as the feed concentration of the tailing slurry all have an effect on the flocculation and settling effect. The results of the study can provide some implications for the efficient flocculation and settlement of tailings in other mines.…”
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Management Style of Business Organization Leaders in Indonesia: A Mixed Study by Widia Sri Ardias, Bagus Riyono, Sumaryono Sumaryono, Edilburga Wulan Septandari, Rifa Juniartika

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Impact of Internet Usage on Depression Among Older Adults: Comprehensive Study by Lin Guo, Yunwei Li, Kai Cheng, Ying Zhao, Wenqiang Yin, Ying Liu

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to examine the impact of internet usage on depression among older adults in high-income countries by developing a comprehensive theoretical framework and testing key hypotheses. …”
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A Study on the psychometric properties of the Chinese version of the Parent Tic Questionnaire. by Qiang Ding, Douglas W Woods, Kathryn E Barber, Wen Xu, Ying Zhao, Shuqin Shen, Jinhua Sun

“…<h4>Method</h4>Parents of 268 Chinese children and adolescents aged 6-17 years, diagnosed with tic disorders, completed the PTQ. The study assessed tic severity using the Yale Global Tic Severity Scale (YGTSS) and PTQ. …”
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A Novel Approach for Improving Midface Aesthetics: A Pilot Study by Koji Yamamoto, DDS

“…The results validate its potential as a long-term solution, with implications for antiaging interventions and promising avenues for future research.…”
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An Empirical Study of Proposer–Builder Separation (PBS) Effects on the Ethereum Ecosystem by Liyi Zeng, Zihao Zhang, Wei Xu, Zhaoquan Gu

“…(c) PBS promotes a more equitable distribution of resources among network participants by reducing proposer centralization and preventing centralization trends among builders and relays, thereby significantly enhancing fairness and decentralization in the Ethereum ecosystem. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the dynamics of Ethereum PBS adoption, exploring its effects on revenue redistribution among various participants and highlighting its implications for the Ethereum ecosystem’s decentralization.…”
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Impact of Review, Reviewer and Hotel Characteristics on Ewom Helpfulness: An Empirical Study by Sanchita Aggarwal, Abhishek Tandon, Vinita Jindal, Anu Gupta Aggarwal

“…This study is summarized with the discussion of theoretical and practical implications.…”
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Stroke Dataset Modeling: Comparative Study of Machine Learning Classification Methods by Kalina Kitova, Ivan Ivanov, Vincent Hooper

“…Stroke prediction is a vital research area due to its significant implications for public health. This comparative study offers a detailed evaluation of algorithmic methodologies and outcomes from three recent prominent studies on stroke prediction. …”
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