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The substantial annual deficit of 600,000 MT in local fish supply to meet the growing demand of Ghanaian consumers necessitates an investigation to address this gap. This study aimed to assess the challenges of aquaculture, operational costs, and profit margins, while also evaluating the impact of government interventions on fish farmers' productivity and annual profit margins in the Eastern Corridors of Ghana. Purposive sampling was employed to select respondents, and semi-structured questionnaires were administered to 30 farmers from the Volta and Eastern regions. The demographic data revealed that males (93%) constituted the majority, while 67% of the farmers were well educated. Notably, 85% reported not benefiting from government interventions and support. Among the 15% who did benefit, 40% acknowledged a positive impact on their annual fish production and profit margins, while 60% reported an insignificant impact. The total investment of GHGH₵107,060.00 yielded a net profit of GH₵56,741.80, which is lower compared to the national net profit, approximating only 50% of total expenses. The study identified the main fish species cultured in the region as the tilapia and catfish. Additionally, the most pressing challenges facing the sector included high fish feed prices, a lack of skilled workers, high mortality rates of stocked fish, and marginalized farmers and gender imbalances in decision-making. Therefore, it is crucial to collectively analyze and develop strategies to implement policies and regulations in the aquaculture industry to promote growth and development. In summary, while government interventions have helped promote fish culture and supply in the local market, further efforts are required to effectively implement policies and strategies that reach smallscale farmers, with consideration for stakeholder involvement in decisionmaking. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a commonly performed surgery aimed at alleviating pain and improving functionality. However, patients often face uncertainties in selecting the timing, location, and type of TKA implant that best meets their needs. This study aims to comprehensively compare various variables, explore trends, and identify factors potentially influencing TKA outcomes. A cohort of 40 TKA subjects received either unilateral posterior stabilized (Persona) TKA or bi-cruciate stabilized (Journey II) TKA. Additionally, 20 healthy controls matched for age, gender, and BMI were included. Participants underwent patient-reported outcome assessments, range of motion evaluations, balance assessments, proprioception tests, and biomechanical analyses. These analyses covered motion, loading, and electromyography during five daily activities and two clinical tests. Multifactor ANOVA was utilized to compare 283 variables and assess their impact on TKA outcomes. A knee biomechanics index was formulated to evaluate deviations from healthy norms. Significant differences were observed in EMG varus/valgus rotation during both ramp-up and ramp-down phases between the two implant groups. Although significant improvements were noted post-TKA for both implants, the results remained below those of the control group. Gender, age, and BMI exhibited noticeable effects on TKA outcomes across several biomechanical variables and demonstrated significant disparities compared to the controls. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Maritime security is an essential component of national security, and the effective maintenance of China's maritime security urgently needs a complete guarantee of the rule of law. Since the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949, the construction of domestic law on maritime security has undergone three phases: slow development, formation and refinement. Although the rule of law in the seas has been constantly improved, it has provided essential safeguards for maintaining China's maritime sovereignty, security, and rights and interests. It has facilitated the development of maritime undertakings. However, it still faces problems such as the lack of an explicit constitutional basis, the law of the sea is not an independent departmental law, the absence of the fundamental law of the sea, the lack of operability of marine legislation, and the existence of some gaps in marine laws. Given the problems with the current domestic law on maritime security, it is necessary to make improvements in the following areas: adding marine provisions to the Constitution, formulating the fundamental law of the sea and other marine laws, improving local marine laws, and introducing implementing regulations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Currently, the sustainability of the sugarcane production chain is limited for numerous causes. Correspondingly, a set of policies have been promoted aimed at reviving Cuban sugar production, which presupposes the search, application and assimilation of approaches to address current challenges. The Sugar Agroindustrial Company (SAC) “Héctor Molina Riaño” of the Mayabeque province, Cuba, in recent years has shown a deterioration of its main productive indicators affecting the satisfaction of its customers and interested parties. Objective: To propose actions to contribute to the sustainability of the sugarcane sugar production chain of the SAC “Héctor Molina Riaño”. Materials and Methods: The research has an exploratory - descriptive nature, for its development different methods and techniques were used, such as documentary analysis, questionnaire and interview. Results and Discussion: The elements that affect the sustainability of the sugarcane sugar production chain, its current situation and the importance of adopting new approaches that contribute to the development of this sector are identified. It is estimated that these actions could have an impact on improving the sustainability of the chain and, in general, on increasing sugar production. Conclusions: The proposed actions are in line with the policies of the Cuban state to respond to 2030 Agenda and the sustainable development objectives 3(SDO) of the United Nations (ONU) and contribute to achieving a more efficient, effective and sustanaible production chain. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Despite the emphasis on the wellbeing of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) populations in Australia, programs that promote wellbeing are scarce. Wellbeing programs are often not developed empirically and under-utilised. The present qualitative study explored limitations of current wellbeing programs, refinements that are warranted, and barriers encountered when implementing these programs. Mental and allied health practitioners (N = 16), working with CALD populations in Australia participated in semi-structured online focus groups. Data were transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis. The generated themes identified limited funding as a major problem. Further weaknesses of existing programs and barriers that prevented CALD populations in engaging with these programs were highlighted. Features of an effective wellbeing program and strategies applied to implement the programs were identified. Theoretical and practical implications for developing and implementing wellbeing interventions for CALD Australians were discussed. Significant dearth of research in this area and the necessity of further literature to identify the value of wellbeing interventions for CALD populations is emphasised. What is already known about this topic: Past research in Australia has focussed more on the challenges of culturally and linguistically diverse population. Programs that promote the wellbeing of culturally and linguistically diverse populations in Australia are limited and underutilised. Barriers in developing and implementing wellbeing programs should be explored. What this topic adds: Funding is vital for the development and evaluation of wellbeing programs for culturally and linguistically diverse populations in Australia. Consultations with culturally and linguistically diverse populations would improve the content and implementation of wellbeing programs. Holistic and flexible programs should be rolled out at the community level. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper examines a neglected facet of the life of the poet and colonial agent James Macpherson (1736–1796). Better known today as the 'translator' of Ossian, James Macpherson was also a political writer and MP who enjoyed a long association with the East India Company (EIC). In the 1780s, James returned to his native Badenoch, bought an estate, and played a decisive role in the reconfiguration of the area through military recruitments, land arbitration and new strategies of landownership and improvements. Studying James Macpherson's relation to land and kinship reveals a more complex and ambivalent man than previously acknowledged in existing literature. Drawing from official and private records, as well as Gaelic material, this paper uncovers the extent to which his reestablishment was the product of his imperial activities, as was visible in the reinjection of external capital in land. James's political connections in London were instrumental in assisting Duncan Macpherson (later of Cluny), son of the exiled Macpherson clan chief, in recovering the forfeited estates. Enjoying popularity with his tenants, James was reluctant to impose purely commercial improvements: his considerable East Indian profits provided him with financial emancipation from unpredictable land revenues and the ability to preserve his image of a paternalist landowner locally. However, this paper also engages with James Macpherson's ideology and recreation of a mythical past serving his own interests. Offering valuable help to the entrepreneurial Macpherson gentry also involved in India and America, James took a decisive role in offering advise and support to large-scale improvement projects. His adoption of a lavish lifestyle and conscious use of entertainment, made possible by the influx of colonial wealth, enabled him to challenge the old social order, juxtapose himself with the Cluny Macpherson and recreate a post-clanship culture serving the interests of the colonial gentry. The controversial perception of James Macpherson, whose role oscillated between that of nouveau riche and 'clan champion', sheds a new light on the impact of the British Empire on Badenoch, and the Highlands at large. A closer look at his reestablishment in Badenoch, a county traditionally seen by historians as an example of effective management without mass depopulation, provides new perspectives on the intersection of late-eighteenth century empire, improvement, and clanship. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Despite the development of several industrial Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) megaprojects worldwide, minimal literature on LNG megaprojects is available in the non-proprietary public domain and academia, with the consequent lack of availability of practical tools, guidelines, and benchmarks for the use of professionals engaged in developing and managing LNG megaprojects. Cognizant of this fact, the authors have attempted a study of standard project management systems to explore practical ways to meet the unique needs of LNG megaprojects management and systematically assimilate lessons learned to replicate successes and avoid failures. Considering the complexity of the LNG value chain, a management system approach has been adopted. Combining academic and industrial knowledge, this study identifies nine significant areas that, when improved, should enhance the management of LNG megaprojects throughout their lifecycle — from initiation to handover for operation. With hundreds of billions of dollars invested in current LNG projects, even minor improvements can be worth billions. This study also addresses the challenges of megaprojects development, gaps that need to be overcome, and the importance of quality and lessons learned. Finally, although the focus of this study is the management of LNG megaprojects, it is expected that many improvements identified here would find relevance in managing large and complex projects, even in other industrial sectors.

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a commonly performed surgery aimed at alleviating pain and improving functionality. However, patients often face uncertainties in selecting the timing, location, and type of TKA implant that best meets their needs. This study aims to comprehensively compare various variables, explore trends, and identify factors potentially influencing TKA outcomes. A cohort of 40 TKA subjects received either unilateral posterior stabilized (Persona) TKA or bi-cruciate stabilized (Journey II) TKA. Additionally, 20 healthy controls matched for age, gender, and BMI were included. Participants underwent patient-reported outcome assessments, range of motion evaluations, balance assessments, proprioception tests, and biomechanical analyses. These analyses covered motion, loading, and electromyography during five daily activities and two clinical tests. Multifactor ANOVA was utilized to compare 283 variables and assess their impact on TKA outcomes. A knee biomechanics index was formulated to evaluate deviations from healthy norms. Significant differences were observed in EMG varus/valgus rotation during both ramp-up and ramp-down phases between the two implant groups. Although significant improvements were noted post-TKA for both implants, the results remained below those of the control group. Gender, age, and BMI exhibited noticeable effects on TKA outcomes across several biomechanical variables and demonstrated significant disparities compared to the controls.

The patient’s privileges are a set of moral principles that direct how patients and medical staff interact with one another. Each patient has a right to evidence of their legal obligations and the healthcare provider’s duties. Respecting patient rights is an essential aspect of healthcare practices. The truth is that those who are ill are among society’s most helpless members. The medical profession consequently views improvements to patient rights as being of the highest significance. A patient’s rights are the set of moral principles that guide their engagement with medical personnel. Every single patient has an authorized right to knowledge about those rights as well as the duties of the healthcare practitioner. Aim: To assess the awareness regarding the patient rights and responsibilities among the patients in the tertiary care hospital. The objective is to assess the patient’s and family’s knowledge about the patient’s rights and to study how patients’ rights and ethics impact hospital employees. Materials and methods: A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study will be carried out among 349 patients visiting the tertiary care hospital. Expected Result: The expected result of the study will be to uncover a baseline level of awareness among patients and their families regarding patients’ rights when visiting hospitals. Through comprehensive assessments and surveys, will be determined that a considerable portion of patients may have limited knowledge about their rights in the healthcare setting. Also, it is expected that healthcare providers will become more attuned to the importance of upholding patients’ rights. This alignment with patients’ rights and ethical principles is anticipated to positively influence the overall organizational culture within hospitals, fostering an environment of respect, empathy, and patient empowerment.

Inventory management is an essential component of business operations including academic institutions. Using a quantitative descriptive research design, this study analyzed the processes involved in the use of the University of Baguio Requisition, Procurement, and Inventory System (UBRPIS), a software that automates inventory management by streamlining the operations required to efficiently maintain inventory and manage recording and updating records. The paper specifically determined the employees’ familiarity of the inventory management, identified the system limitations and proposed necessary adjustments and modifications. The majority of respondents are familiar with the various processes involved in the use of UBRPIS, such as the request for non-consumable items, the use of barcodes, accountability transfer, the withdrawal of condemned non-consumable items, and physical inventory of accounted non-consumable items. On the other hand, nearly half of the respondents identified limitations in the process itself, while 38.60% and 46.50% identified the location of the barcodes and the lack of non-consumable items as the primary issues, respectively. Despite respondents’ familiarity with the system, users face challenges in the processes involved in system use. It is therefore recommended that the University invests in inventory management system technology that best meets the requirements of all system users. Periodic staff training on the use of UBRPIS is likewise recommended.

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Background: There is sufficient evidence of the high prevalence of obesity in schizophrenia (SZ) compared to the general population. Previous studies have reported that weight gain correlated with the response to antipsychotics in patients with SZ. Nonetheless, the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and therapeutic benefits remains unclear. This study was designed to investigate the association between baseline BMI and improvements in clinical symptoms after treatment with antipsychotics in first-episode and medication-naïve SZ (FEMNS). Methods: A total of 241 FEMNS patients were enrolled and received risperidone over 12 weeks. The severity of symptoms was assessed by the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS) and BMI was measured at baseline and 12-week follow-up. Results: We found that risperidone treatment raised the body weight of FEMNS patients and baseline BMI was negatively correlated with the improvement in negative symptoms (r = -0.14, p = 0.03) after 12-week treatment. Linear regression analysis indicated that baseline BMI was an independent predictor of response to risperidone in the early stage of SZ. Conclusion: The current study suggests a close relationship between baseline BMI and improvement in negative symptoms in SZ. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the world of detection and classification, You Only Look Once (YOLO)-v3 has been maintaining its position as the best classifier and detector and is due to its fastness, accuracy, less complex structure, continuous modifications, improvements, etc. Several approaches have been proposed in this paper to modify improved YOLO-v3. Our main contributions are (1) increasing the number of anchor boxes; (2) replacement of K-means clustering with density-based spatial clustering of applications with noise (DBSCAN); (3) introducing final bounding box alignment (FBBA) technique; and (4) replacement of multi-scaling with a depth calculation algorithm. At first, we increased the number of anchor boxes from 9 to 11 which resulted in a higher performance of 6% for both visual object classes and common objects in context datasets, where increment in computational cost was negligible. Similarly, it has been analyzed that a true number of anchor boxes can increase efficiency. So, instead of generating a static number of anchor boxes with k-means clustering, DBSCAN has been proposed for generating a dynamic and accurate number of anchor boxes. For minimizing the localization error, a new FBBA method has been introduced which would exactly overlap the object. In the same way, depth calculation algorithm can solve the small and large size object detection and classification problem without doing multi-scaling. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

An important aspect of achieving the provision of woman-centred maternity services is to seek women's experiences of maternity care. To explore women's experiences of the care received within the Irish maternity system and to identify aspects of positive care and areas requiring improvement. The Babies Born Better pan-European online survey asked open-ended questions on positive aspects of care and aspects of care that could be improved. Data from women who birthed in Ireland within the previous five years were included. Socio-demographic data were analysed descriptively, and descriptive content analysis was conducted for the qualitative comments. Data from 736 participants were included. Four categories were generated from the analysis: Women's interactions with healthcare professionals included five sub-categories of competence and expertise, continuity and consistency, respectful care, communication, and shared decision-making ; Interventions and procedures included the five sub-categories of medical interventions , breastfeeding support , pain relief , birth partner's presence and involvement , and facilitating mother and baby attachment ; Organisational and infrastructural issues contained three sub-categories of facilities and services , environment and atmosphere , and staffing levels ; and the fourth category, Overall evaluations and specific statements, showed the diversity of women's experiences within the services. Several positive aspects of care within the Irish maternity services were identified, many of which related to interpersonal factors and interactions with healthcare professionals. The findings also revealed what could be changed, some of which would require minimal resources or effort, so that women would experience positive care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The main goal of this research is to demonstrate a design solution of upgrading of a production line through automation of one section of the line. With this automation, the productivity was increased with lower costs per produced product. A machine for packaging was designed, which is used for final processing of the profile studs. This automation known as partial automation, where not all elements of the system are automated, is first step and it will obtain a possibility for further automation of the production line in order to reach a full automation process. Due to the very short time of return of investment, the crucial benefit of this automation is possibility of implementation in other plants of the company, which will multiply the benefit and provide more competitiveness on the market, due to the decrease of the production costs and improvement of the health and safety standards.

Purpose – There is a large amount of published literature on project management. However, there exists a gap between the existing literature and current practices in the industry for the development and execution of megaprojects. Existing literature generally focuses on individual elements applicable to project management in general. This article aims to provide an overview of the project management system components used in industrial megaprojects and identify the gaps between theory and practice, which can be used as input for further research on the topic. Design/methodology/approach – The topic of megaproject management is reviewed based on available literature sources on megaproject management systems to identify the main gaps in the literature between theory and practice. Based on the findings, an analysis is provided to discuss the improvements required in distinct project management areas and phases. Findings – There are multiple gaps associated with issues, failures, successes and challenges in industrial megaprojects. Improvements are needed in distinct management areas and over the entire project lifetime. Further guidelines are required for achieving improved megaproject management systems. Such concepts could benefit researchers and practitioners in streamlining their research toward the most relevant and critical areas of improvement of megaproject management systems. Originality/value – This study addresses the literature gaps between theory and practices on megaproject management systems with an overview that provides helpful guidance for industrial applications and future research. A holistic analysis identifies gaps and critical drives in the body of knowledge, revealing avenues for future research focused on quality as the central pillar that affects the entire megaproject management system.

Exoskeleton use by people with complete spinal cord injury (SCI) in daily life is challenging. To optimize daily exoskeleton use, a better understanding of the purpose of use and the accompanying improvements are needed. The perspective of experienced exoskeleton users could guide design improvements. Face-to-face semi-structured interviews were held with 13 people with SCI with exoskeleton experience. Interviews were audio-taped, transcribed, and analysed thematically. Participants expressed three future purposes of exoskeleton use: for daily activities (e.g., stair climbing), exercise (e.g., staying healthy), and social interaction (e.g., standing at parties). Exoskeleton use during daily activities was the ultimate goal. Therefore, the future exoskeleton should be: easy to use, small and lightweight, tailor made, safe, comfortable, less distinctive, durable, and affordable. Improving the ease of use was relevant for all purposes, for all participants. The other suggestions for improvement varied depending on the purpose of use and the participant. Increasingly more advanced improvements are needed to transition from an exercise purpose to social interaction, and ultimately use during daily activities. In the current study, detailed suggestions for improvements have been made. Only when multiple of these suggestions are adjusted, can the exoskeleton be used to its full potential. The use of an exoskeleton by people with a complete spinal cord injury in daily life is still in its infancy. To optimize daily exoskeleton use, a better understanding of the purpose of use and exoskeleton improvements is needed. More advanced improvements to future exoskeletons are needed to make a transition from use as an exercise device to use during social interaction and daily activities. Improving the ease of use of future exoskeletons is considered a priority by experienced users, followed by making the exoskeleton small, lightweight, and tailor made. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objectives: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is characterized by progressively worsening lung function, ventilation capacity, dyspnea, and finally reduced exercise intolerance. All of these have a significant negative impact on functional capacity and quality of life. In this study, we aim to evaluate the effects of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in IPF and assess the predictors of success. Methods: Data from 17 IPF patients who completed the program from the total of 27 patients who applied to PR were used in our study. We evaluated their pulmonary function tests, exercise capacity, peripheral-respiratory muscle strength, body composition, quality of life, and psychological states before and after PR. Results: Following the PR program, improvements over the minimal clinically important differences were observed in almost all parameters compared to the baseline; however, statistically significant improvements were only observed in the medical research council (P=0.020), the St. George respiratory questionnaire (P=0.002), the maximal inspiratory pressure (P=0.024), the anxiety score (P=0.001), the depression score (P=0.002), and the right quadriceps muscle strength (P=0.046). There was only a statistically significant negative correlation between the initial forced vital capacity and the forced expiratory volume in one-second value with the increase in patients’ maximal inspiratory pressure values after PR. Discussion: After a multidisciplinary, comprehensive PR program, dyspnea sensation, exercise capacity, endurance time, quality of life, respiratory and peripheral muscle strengths, and psychological status were improved regardless of age, gender, antifibrotic treatment, and comorbidities. Therefore, patients should be referred to PR units before the deterioration in the quality of life in the early stages of the disease.

The main goal of this research is to demonstrate a design solution of upgrading of a production line through automation of one section of the line. With this automation, the productivity was increased with lower costs per produced product. A machine for packaging was designed, which is used for final processing of the profile studs. This automation known as partial automation, where not all elements of the system are automated, is first step and it will obtain a possibility for further automation of the production line in order to reach a full automation process. Due to the very short time of return of investment, the crucial benefit of this automation is possibility of implementation in other plants of the company, which will multiply the benefit and provide more competitiveness on the market, due to the decrease of the production costs and improvement of the health and safety standards. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The paper presents a confirmed case of a factory in the west of the country, where the stochastic modeling generated by the software was implemented into SAP. This project was born out of necessity. Thus, to keep the processes under control and contribute to their improvement, they must be monitored, measured and analyzed regularly. As long as the main process indicators are monitored, the need to take corrective or improvement actions (whether reorganization or additional investment is needed) can be detected in time so that the company's performance does not decrease to the level where the customer is no longer satisfied of the quality of the delivered products or too high non-quality costs appear that will no longer allow the achievement of the established objectives (Besterfield, D. H. et al., 2011). The program is presented in detail, starting with the introduction of collected data, the processing and generation of indicator graphs. The indicators have high accuracy and greatly help in making decisions. Finally, an improvement in production can be observed following the use of this software (Bourne, M., & Bourne, P., 2012). The purpose of our study is to create a stochastic mathematical model. Starting from a specific condition in SMEs from Romania, this study presents possibilities of innovation in operational structures specialized in quality monitoring, traceability and statistical control based on integrated modules in general software. The innovation process is based on data collected and monitored in real-time from the manufacturing process in conditions where the system ensures quality compliance at all stages of production. Through its modern functionalities, blockages are eliminated, waste of time is avoided, materials and money are saved, and it strengthens the business partnerships and the company's position in the market. Results regarding particular implementations are preserved. Data is collected and monitored in real-time and the system ensures quality compliance at all stages of production. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

To enhance the performance of Babbitt–steel bimetallic composites, bismuth (Bi) was incorporated into the Tin (Sn)-interlayer. Babbitt–steel bimetallic composites were created using the liquid–solid compound casting method in this study. Sn–Bi interlayer alloys with varying levels of Bi (1, 2, 3, and 4 wt.%) were created. The Babbitt-steel bimetallic composite's bonding strength and interfacial microstructure were examined in relation to Sn-Bi interlayer alloys. The structure of the interface layer at the Babbitt–steel interface's edge and center are significantly altered when Bi is added to the Sn interlayer. The relatively higher cooling rate near the edge led to the formation of clear unsolved Sn/Sn–Bi interlayers. Otherwise, the Sn–Bi interlayers in the middle were completely dissolved. By increasing the amount of Bi in the Sn–Bi interlayer alloy, the interfacial hardness of Babbitt-steel bimetallic composites increases by increasing Bi content in Sn–Bi interlayer alloy. Babbitt-steel bimetal composites' shear strength increased to 28.27 MPa by adding Bi to the Sn interlayer using 1 wt.% alloying, with a 10.3% increase when compared with the reference pure Sn interlayer. Future research that aims to improve the production of Babbitt-steel bimetallic composites with high-quality and long-lasting bi-metal bonding ought to take into consideration the ideal pouring temperature, the preheating of the mold, and the addition of a minor amount of Bi (Bi ≤ 1) to the Sn-interlayer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Improvement of residential environments should be integrated into the system of measures to improve the health of the population taking into account the regional characteristics of a particular area and available resources through the methodology of passive healing. The article proposes ways for such integration and provides specific examples of their implementation in practice in Sverdlovsk region municipalities. This approach illustrates the synergistic approach to the implementation of the national project "Housing and Urban Environment" and increases the effectiveness of space in terms of positive effect on the population.

Abstract Background The purpose of the study was to contribute to research and practice on how the use and exchange of knowledge can facilitate change in health care, specifically methods supporting managers. The study also aimed to investigate barriers related to governance principles that may affect organizational ability to improve quality of care. To achieve the purpose, the study followed a project of hospital-based home rehabilitation after a stroke at a hospital in Norrbotten County, Sweden. Methods Seven individual interviews were performed to obtain information from the project members and the managers involved in the project. A group interview with the team and their immediate manager were conducted after the project ended. A thematic analysis was performed to identify and present patterns that formed the results of the study. Results The study shows how knowledge was identified, gathered, used, and disseminated in the project. The analysis pointed out how knowledge played an important role from two perspectives: in evidence-based practice in rehabilitation work and for change management. Knowledge exchange and learning across organizational boundaries increased the pace, efficiency, and effectiveness, but collaboration on knowledge, in the sense of joint activities based on a common purpose, only took place within the rehabilitation work. Furthermore, there were indications that governance principles, such as the distribution of financial responsibility and the requirements for official recommendations, influenced the pace of change. Conclusions It was shown that the exchange of knowledge and collaboration can facilitate change in health care, but that communication needs to be planned and prioritised. Readiness for change was the basis for the success of the project and for ensuring commitment among those involved. There is also a need for the management to understand how governance principles may affect the efficiency of change work.

The Radiography Research Ethics Standards for Europe (RRESFE) project aimed to provide a cross-sectional view of the current state of radiography research ethics across Europe. This included investigating education and training in research ethics, and identifying the key challenges and potential improvements associated with using existing research ethics frameworks. This cross-sectional online survey targeting radiography researchers in Europe was conducted between April 26 and July 12, 2021. Descriptive and analytical statistics were used to identify research ethics education and training trends. Content analysis of qualitative responses was employed to identify significant challenges and proposed improvements in research ethics frameworks of practice. There were 232 responses received across 33 European countries. Most (n = 132; 57%) respondents had received some research ethics training; however, fewer participants had received training on safeguarding vulnerable patients (n = 72; 38%), diversity and inclusivity (n = 62; 33%), or research with healthy volunteers (n = 60; 32%). Training was associated with a greater perceived importance of the need for research ethics review (p = 0.031) and with the establishment of EQF Level 6 training (p = 0.038). The proportion of formally trained researchers also varied by region (p = <0.001). Time-to-ethics-approval was noted as the biggest challenge for professionals making research ethics applications. Early and universal integration of research-oriented teaching within the radiography education framework which emphasises research ethics is recommended. Additionally, study findings suggest research ethics committee application and approval processes could be further simplified and streamlined. The survey contributes to a growing body of knowledge surrounding the importance of education and training in research ethics for assuring a high standard of research outputs in Radiography and has identified hurdles to obtaining research ethics approval for further investigation and address. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that was introduced in psychiatric hospitals, where psychiatric patients used painting as a way to express themselves. Nowadays, it is used in prison and has positive effects such as stress and anxiety reduction, and decrease in rates of recidivism. The main aim of this study was to analyze the effects of art therapy programs among the prison population with a diagnosis of mental illness. A systematic review was performed and a total of 12 studies were included. Positive results and beneficial effects were observed for this population; the most prominent is the decrease in the rate of recidivism. Art therapy is a form of therapy that is effective for improving socialization and decreasing anxiety and depressive symptoms in patients diagnosed with mental illnesses. It has been proved to decrease recidivism rates in inmates who participate in these programs., Competing Interests: Declaration of Conflicting InterestsThe author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.

Slovenes live as an autochthonous minority in neighbouring countries of Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia. The common European space allows them to develop a cultural area with far-reaching implications. An analytical review of Slovenian minorities through the content of curricula of primary and secondary schools examined the presence of topics related to them. Researchers that analysed the school curricula and textbooks with a special questionnaire for pupils, students and general population assessed the current situation in school practice. Following the processing of quantitative data and consultation meetings with experts changes and additions to the curricula of primary and secondary schools were proposed.