De‐Mystifying the Clone‐Censor‐Weight Method for Causal Research Using Observational Data: A Primer for Cancer Researchers by Charles E. Gaber, Armen A. Ghazarian, Paula D. Strassle, Tatiane B. Ribeiro, Maribel Salas, Camille Maringe, Xabier Garcia‐Albeniz, Richard Wyss, Wei Du, Jennifer L. Lund

“…Methods The objective of this manuscript is to de‐mystify the CCW method for cancer researchers by describing and presenting its core components in an accessible and digestible format, using visualizations and examples from cancer‐relevant studies. …”
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Haar wavelet Arctic Puffin optimization method (HWAPOM): Application to logistic models with fractal-fractional Caputo-Fabrizio operator by Najeeb Alam Khan, Sahar Altaf, Nadeem Alam Khan, Muhammad Ayaz

“…The study results were further reinforced through statistical performance metrics and their visual representations, confirming the reliability of the method, low computational cost, and its potential for broad application in numerical computations.…”
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Protoporphyrin IX plasma and blood pharmacokinetics and brain tumor distribution determined by a validated LC–MS/MS method by William Knight, Tigran Margaryan, Kamal Shaik, Nader Sanai, Artak Tovmasyan

“…., 5-ALA is approved for visualizing high-grade gliomas (HGG) during fluorescence-guided surgery. …”
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Formation of water-in-diesel oil nano-emulsions using high energy method and studying some of their surface active properties by A.M. Al-Sabagh, Mostafa M. Emara, M.R. Noor El-Din, W.R. Aly

“…The high energy emulsification method was used to form three emulsions using different water contents: 5%, 10% and 14% (v/v) namely; E1, E2 and E3, respectively. …”
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PortraitEmotion3D: A Novel Dataset and 3D Emotion Estimation Method for Artistic Portraiture Analysis by Shao Liu, Sos Agaian, Artyom Grigoryan

“…This dataset provides a robust foundation for advancing emotion recognition in visual art. Second, we propose an innovative 3D emotion estimation method that leverages three-dimensional labeling to capture the nuanced emotional spectrum depicted in artistic works. …”
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The Effect of Two Methods of Training in Water (Traband dnd Nasm Training) on Pain and Motor Function in Women with Knee Osteoarthritis by Zohreh Mohammadi Kamalabadi, Allahyar Arabmomeni

“…Therefore, the use of these training methods is recommended as a suitable prevention and treatment method for knee osteoarthritis.…”
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Comparing Virtual and Real-Life Rapid Prototyping Methods for User Testing Smart City Interfaces: A Case Study by Jamil Joundi, Bastiaan Baccarne, Ben Robaeyst, Klaas Bombeke, Lieven De Marez, Jelle Saldien

“…These findings reveal divergent roles in field testing and VR in the new product development process, highlighting VR’s strengths in visualizing procedures and facilitating discussion. …”
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Comparison of the Clinical Outcomes of Plastering and Bandage Treatment Methods in Patients With Ankle Sprains: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study by Kamran Asadi, Masoud Fallah Khosh Ghalb, Khashayar Cyrus

“…For a logical conclusion, there is a need for more studies considering all aspects of applying bandage and plastering methods in ankle sprain.…”
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A method for age-matched OCT angiography deviation mapping in the assessment of disease- related changes to the radial peripapillary capillaries. by Alexander Pinhas, Rachel Linderman, Shelley Mo, Brian D Krawitz, Lawrence S Geyman, Joseph Carroll, Richard B Rosen, Toco Y Chui

“…<h4>Purpose</h4>To present a method for age-matched deviation mapping in the assessment of disease-related changes to the radial peripapillary capillaries (RPCs).…”
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A Reconstruction of the Shrine of the Prophet Nahum: An Analysis of 3D Documentation Methods and Data Transfer Technology for Virtual and Augmented Realities by Karel Pavelka, Karel Pavelka, Lukáš Běloch

“…This article focuses on modern methods of documentation and visualization for a historic object. …”
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Multi‐method approach to assessing the floral‐visiting insect assemblage of rare, ambophilous plant Baccharis vanessae in Southern California by Christina Simokat, Elizabeth L. Ferguson, Jessica Keatly, Tyler Smith, Mia Lorence, Jasmine O'Hara

“…While focal observations underreported insect activity by approximately half, the proportions of common diurnal visitors were similar with both methods. Camera traps were unable to provide sufficient detail to discern visually similar groups, but were able to record nocturnal insect activity, which was dominated by moths (Lepidoptera, 82%). …”
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Impact of online expert interview-based research training on medical trainees’ knowledge and confidence: a mixed-methods design by Arif Alper Cevik, Fikri M. Abu-Zidan

“…This study assesses the course’s effect on participants’ perceived knowledge and confidence in research concepts. Methods A prospective observational mixed-methods research was conducted through the International Emergency Medicine Education Project’s online platform. …”
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A review of lithium-ion battery state of health and remaining useful life estimation methods based on bibliometric analysis by Xu Lei, Fangjian Xie, Jialong Wang, Chunling Zhang

“…In recent years, research on the state of health (SOH) and remaining useful life (RUL) estimation methods for lithium-ion batteries has garnered significant attention in the new energy sector. …”
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Comparison Between Topographic-Based and Manifest-Based Astigmatism Corrections in the Second (Visumax 800)-Generation Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction Surgery: A Real-World S... by Chia-Yi Lee, Hung-Chi Chen, Shun-Fa Yang, Yi-Jen Hsueh, Chin-Te Huang, Jing-Yang Huang, Ie-Bin Lian, Chao-Kai Chang

“…<b>Methods</b>: This study was conducted with participants who underwent second-generation KLEx surgery. …”
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Number of intraepithelial lymphocytes and presence of a subepithelial band in normal colonic mucosa differs according to stainings and evaluation method by Anne-Marie Kanstrup Fiehn, Peter Johan Heiberg Engel, Ulla Engel, Dea Natalie Munch Jepsen, Thomas Blixt, Julie Rasmussen, Signe Wildt, Wojciech Cebula, Andreea-Raluca Diac, Lars Kristian Munck

“…No subepithelial band was present in HE-stained slides while a thin band was visualized on special stains. Conclusively, in this cohort of prospectively collected ileum and colonic biopsies from asymptomatic patients, the range of IELs and detection of a subepithelial collagenous band varied depending on the stain and method used for assessment. …”
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Complex Assessment of the Functional State of the Urinary System in Preclinical Studies. Part 1. Instrumental and Laboratory Assessment Methods (Review) by M. V. Miroshnikov, K. T. Sultanova, M. N. Makarova, N. M. Faustova, S. O. Khan, E. A. Loseva

“…The study analysed the advantages and limitations of the methods used to study the nephrotoxicity of medicinal products, with considerations for the use of these methods in small and large laboratory animals. …”
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Measured Resection as Gap Balance Method in Mobile‐Bearing Medial Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Qian Liu, Jianhua Ren, Wenhui Zhang, Tangzhao Liang, Zhe Wang, Siwei Xie, Yuhang Li, Jianfeng Hou, Kun Wang, Ronghan He

“…Gap balance was achieved by the traditional “two‐finger” method (Group 1, 26 knees) or the measured resection method (Group 2, 26 knees). …”
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Enhancing fish drying efficiency and quality: A comparative study of intermittent microwave convective drying (IMCD) and conventional methods by Mohammad U.H. Joardder, Abdul Mojid Parvej, Md. Fahim Shahriar, Md. Fahim Faysal, Md. Mostafizur Rahman, Azharul Karim

“…These findings clearly establish IMCD as the best drying method for fish drying particularly at industry level. …”
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Assessing pteropod shell dissolution to advance ocean monitoring techniques: a methods comparison of SEM, CT, and light microscopy by Bryce E. Koester, Bryce E. Koester, John C. Handley, John C. Handley, Maven Mercado, Maven Mercado, Owen A. Goodchild, Owen A. Goodchild, Rosie L. Oakes, Rosie L. Oakes, Rosie L. Oakes, Jocelyn A. Sessa, Jocelyn A. Sessa

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Lessons Learned From the Integration of Ambient Assisted Living Technologies in Older Adults’ Care: Longitudinal Mixed Methods Study by Oteng Ntsweng, Martin Kodyš, Zhi Quan Ong, Fang Zhou, Antoine de Marassé-Enouf, Ibrahim Sadek, Hamdi Aloulou, Sharon Swee-Lin Tan, Mounir Mokhtari

“…Our objective was to design and deploy an AAL system termed Ubiquitous Service Management and Reasoning Architecture (Ubismart), evaluate its impact on older adults’ quality of life (QOL), and distill lessons to inform the sustainable and culturally sensitive adoption of AAL technologies in similar settings. MethodsWe conducted an in-depth case study using a mixed methods design. …”
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