How do environmental awareness, IT use, and credit access shape the sustainability of Indonesian MSMES? by Hadi Ismanto, Aida Nahar, Silviana Pebruary, Purwo Adi Wibowo, Miftakhussabili Nuril Firdaus

“…Data were obtained through a survey of 1,374 MSMEs. Sampling was carried out using purposive sampling techniques, targeting MSMEs that had been established for more than 3 years and had received loans from financial institutions. …”
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Maps of major soil parameters: A reference for monitoring soil fertility in Burundi by Samson Musonerimana, Niyonkuru Anicet, Privat Ndayihanzamaso, Elena Semenova, Marie Chantal Niyuhire, Marcien Sendegeya, Salvator Kaboneka, Soter Ndihokubwayo, Oscar Nduwimana, Micael Beun, Anaclet Nibasumba

“…Fertility maps were developed using the Inverse Distance Weighting (IDW) method with sampling density of 0.25 samples/km2.Comparison of means were performed using Tukey’s test. …”
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Spatial and Temporal Diversity of Fishes at Wuzhizhou Island in the South China Sea Based on Environmental DNA by Ting Jiang, Kun Cao, Xin Wang, Rui Xi, Chongzhao Wang, Rui Yang, Wei Yang, Zhenhua Ma, Yingchun Xing

“…Compared to traditional fishing nets, eDNA could provide more information on fish species. The results indicated that species richness and Margalef’s index were higher at the sampling sites in the core area of tourism of WZZ, which maybe relevant to tourism-based provisioning. …”
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The Information Needs and Expectations of the Azeri Community Living in East Azerbaijan, West Azerbaijan, Ardabil and Zanjan Provinces from Public Libraries by Hashem Atapour, Akbar Majidi, Solmaz Zardari

“…They emphasized the need to pay more attention to resources on the Azari language and culture. …”
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Shape sensing robotic assisted bronchoscopy versus virtual bronchoscopic navigation in the diagnosis of peripheral pulmonary nodules by Quncheng Zhang, Feifei Wen, Xuan Wu, Huizhen Yang, Xiangnan Li, Peiyuan Luo, Haiyang Liu, Ziqi Wang, Felix J. F. Herth, Xiaoju Zhang

“…Compared with VBN, ssRAB offers a more promising diagnostic approach with a greater diagnostic efficacy for sampling PPNs.…”
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ANTECEDENTS OF SHOPPING CENTRE SELECTION AND RE-PATRONAGE BEHAVIOUR: A SMART PLS STRUCTURAL EQUATION MODELLING APPROACH by Roy Malon Shamhuyenhanzva

“…Data were collected from 349 respondents utilising an online structured self-administered questionnaire, applying a convenience non-probability sampling method. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) approach was executed to assess the model via two-step data analysis: measurement and structural model assessments. …”
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Technical note: Towards a stronger observational support for haze pollution control by interpreting carbonaceous aerosol results derived from different measurement approaches by Y. Cheng, Y. Zhong, Z. Zhang, X. Cao, J. Liu

“…Thus, the analytical method of IMPROVE-A with untreated samples is recommended for future field observations and source apportionments of PM<span class="inline-formula">_2.5</span> in the studied region. …”
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STRATEGI PENINGKATAN MINAT BELI KEMBALI MELALUI VARIASI PRODUK, PERSEPSI HARGA, DAN KUALITAS PELAYANAN SERVER 7SEVEN by Mar'atul Fahimah, Muhamad Lembang Jaya

“…This research adopts an associative method with a quantitative approach. A total of 350 respondents were selected as the research sample using the Proportionate Stratified Random Sampling technique to ensure proportional representation of the population. …”
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Paddy farmers' knowledge, perception, and satisfaction on the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools in Nepal by Udit Prakash Sigdel, Kailash Nath Pyakuryal, Durga Devkota, Gana Pati Ojha

“…So, this study aimed at assessing the paddy farmers' knowledge, perception, and satisfaction on ICT tools in Jhapa, Kapilbastu, and Kailai districts following a multistage purposive sampling method. A survey research design was used for the study. …”
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Electroshocking as a survey technique for stream‐dwelling amphibians by John O. Cossel Jr., Monica G. Gaige, Joel D. Sauder

“…Our results show electroshocking to be a much more sensitive and efficient method of detecting stream‐dwelling amphibians than the traditional technique of rock rolling. …”
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The Moderating Role of CEO Characteristics in the Relationship between Financial Conditions and Corporate Debt Policy by Heriyanto Heriyanto, Novita Febriany, Mischella Engel

“… Purpose: This study investigates the influence of firm financial characteristics—reflecting asymmetric information—on corporate debt policy, while also examining the moderating role of CEO characteristics within the framework of upper echelon theory. Method: The sample consists of 60 non-financial firms listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during 2013–2022, selected through purposive sampling. …”
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Research on Underwater Small Target Detection Technology Based on Single-Stage USSTD-YOLOv8n by Weiguo Yi, Jinwei Yang, Lingwei Yan

“…First, CARAFE is adopted as anew up-sampling method to achieve more correct feature reconstruction under low underwater visibility. …”
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Unpacking student engagement and its mediating role in predicting the relationship between self-determination and academic satisfaction among undergraduate students in higher educa... by Yalalem Assefa, Shouket Ahmad Tilwani, Bekalu Tadesse Moges, Huda Majeed

“…Using a correlational study design, the study involved 508 undergraduate students selected by a multistage stratified sampling method. Data was collected using a questionnaire, and the data collected was then analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). …”
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An Improved AMCL Algorithm Based on Laser Scanning Match in a Complex and Unstructured Environment by Gang Peng, Wei Zheng, Zezao Lu, Jinhu Liao, Lu Hu, Gongyue Zhang, Dingxin He

“…The LIDAR point cloud is matched with the probability grid map from coarse to fine using the Gaussian-Newton method, which results in more accurate poses. Moreover, the scan-matching pose is added into the particle swarm as a high-weight particle. …”
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Access to primary health care and changes in quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic in Hungary by Viktória Törő, Sándor Istvánné Radó, Andrea Szelesné Árokszállási, Zsigmond Kósa, Attila Sárváry

“…The average age of participants was 62.3 years, 66.6% were male and 33.3% were female. A criterion sampling method was used. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, translated, and analysed in thematic analysis. …”
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Sociological Analysis on Effect of Self-Control on Youth Deviant Leisure (Case Study: The Youth of Babolsar City) by aliasghar firouzjaeian, Zahra Saadati

“…In this study, survey method was used and questionnaire was used to collect information. …”
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Associations between physical exercise and social-emotional competence in primary school children by Pukui Wang, Xiang Gao, Xuyan Cui, Chenge Shi

“…Abstract To investigate the impact of physical exercise on social-emotional competence in primary school children, and to examine the mediating role of peer attachment and the moderating role of gender. A stratified sampling method was employed to select students from grades 3 to 6 in six primary schools located in the eastern, central, and western regions of Hunan Province. …”
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Model Layanan Peminatan berdasarkan Potensi Diri, Kondisi Sosiografis dan Perencanaan Karir Siswa SMA/SMK Kota BauBau by Rasman Sastra Wijaya, Juntika Nurihsan, Syamsu Yusuf, Yusi Riksa Yustiana, Edison Edison, Manan Manan, Tarno Tarno, Gawise Gawise, Fatma Pandu Wijaya

“…The choice of specialization path or subject at school (SMA) is now based more on academic achievement alone, ignoring self-potential and sociographic conditions of students, making it possible for students to be confused about planning the right career choice. …”
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Specifics of creating clinical abstract of biospecimens by O. V. Kopylova, A. I. Ershova, A. L. Borisova, V. A. Metelskaya, O. M. Drapkina

“…Various standards are currently being developed to unify clinical description, making biobanks and collections more available to external researchers and organizations, which is necessary for collaboration and more efficient use of stored biospecimens. …”
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Technical efficiency of teff production in South Soddo District, Gurage Zone, Central Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia by Seid Mohamed Hussen, Anbes Tenaye

“…Using a two-stage random sampling technique, 196 sample households were selected, and a semi-structured questionnaire was employed to collect data on teff production during the 2021/22 season. …”
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