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Scoping Review Of Mental Health Outcomes Of Cosmetic Procedures Among The Saudi Population, Hessah Alzahrani Sep 2026

Scoping Review Of Mental Health Outcomes Of Cosmetic Procedures Among The Saudi Population, Hessah Alzahrani

Saudi Medical Journal

Objective: To comprehensively examine the mental health outcomes associated with cosmetic procedures among the Saudi population, with a particular focus on psychological well-being, self-esteem, anxiety, body image, and quality of life.
Methods: This scoping review was conducted in accordance with the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology and reported following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews guidelines. A structured search was performed across international databases, including PubMed, PsycINFO, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, in addition to national Arabic databases. Studies investigating the psychological outcomes of both surgical (rhinoplasty and body contouring) and …


Quality, Patient Experience, And Service Gaps In Home Healthcare In Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review Aligned With Vision 2030, Eman Alawad, Rasha M. Mahrous, Lubna A. Elshaib Sep 2026

Quality, Patient Experience, And Service Gaps In Home Healthcare In Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review Aligned With Vision 2030, Eman Alawad, Rasha M. Mahrous, Lubna A. Elshaib

Saudi Medical Journal

Objectives: To assess the quality of home healthcare (HHC) services, patient experience, and existing service gaps in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Methods: This systematic review was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA 2020) statement. PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, and Google Scholar were searched for studies published between January 2011 and January 2025. Eligible studies included observational, qualitative, mixed-methods, and interventional studies conducted in Saudi Arabia that examined home healthcare quality, patient or caregiver experience, or service delivery gaps. Two reviewers independently screened studies, extracted data, and assessed methodological quality …


Implementing Diagnosis-Related Groups For Value-Based Healthcare In Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review Of Evidence On Barriers And Facilitators, Racha M. Naim, Michelle A. Badore, Justin J. Needle Sep 2026

Implementing Diagnosis-Related Groups For Value-Based Healthcare In Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review Of Evidence On Barriers And Facilitators, Racha M. Naim, Michelle A. Badore, Justin J. Needle

Saudi Medical Journal

Objective: To examine the barriers and facilitators to implementing Diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aiming to identify actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to advance value-based healthcare (VBHC) adoption effectively.
Methods: A systematic search of bibliographic databases and relevant grey literature was conducted. Data were synthesized using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) to categorize barriers and facilitators across 5 domains.
Results: A total of 10 studies met the eligibility criteria. Key facilitators included the adoption of patient classification systems, standardized data sets, government policy support, and the availability of advanced health information systems. Barriers included …


From Bench To Bedside: Evolving Definitions Of Translational Research, Hana A. Alhumud, Fars K. Alanazi, Edward B. Devol Sep 2026

From Bench To Bedside: Evolving Definitions Of Translational Research, Hana A. Alhumud, Fars K. Alanazi, Edward B. Devol

Saudi Medical Journal

Objective: To synthesize current evidence on the evolution, frameworks, and methodological approaches used to define and operationalize translational research, which serves as a bridge between scientific discovery and its application in clinical medicine, public health, and policy.
Methods: We systematically searched PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science for peer-reviewed studies published up to 2023. Search terms combined translational research–related keywords (such as ``bench-to-bedside,'' ``implementation science,'' ``precision medicine'') and relevant MeSH terms. Eligible studies focused on conceptual models, frameworks, or methodological approaches related to translational research and were published in English. After duplicate removal and PRISMA-guided screening, 33 publications were included. …


Benchmarking Two Saudi Ba English Programs: Accreditation Alignment, Exit Points, And Cefr Proficiency Targets, Abdullah Ali Altamimi Sep 2026

Benchmarking Two Saudi Ba English Programs: Accreditation Alignment, Exit Points, And Cefr Proficiency Targets, Abdullah Ali Altamimi

University of Bisha Journal for Educational Sciences

The Bachelor of Arts in English degree program at the University of Tabuk was benchmarked against both national accreditation requirements and those of a similar institution within the country: Imam Mohammad ibn Saud Islamic University. Through a comparative analysis of the curricula and degree requirements of both universities, including two degree plans and 38 course specifications across five dimensions, the alignment between the two universities’ English department requirements was determined. The alignment of each degree plan was calculated through the use of a 25-point rubric, and each alignment category was summarized within the report. Results indicated that the two-degree programs …


Recent Advances In Bioethanol Production From Water Hyacinth: A Critical Review, Umuamina A. Matola, Mahir Mohammed Said, Olga-Ioanna Kalantzi, Abraham K. Temu Sep 2026

Recent Advances In Bioethanol Production From Water Hyacinth: A Critical Review, Umuamina A. Matola, Mahir Mohammed Said, Olga-Ioanna Kalantzi, Abraham K. Temu

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Water hyacinth (WH) is a highly invasive tropical aquatic weed with high holocellulose and low lignin content, making it a promising lignocellulosic feedstock for second-generation bioethanol production. Producing bioethanol from WH offers a sustainable approach to simultaneously managing invasive biomass and producing renewable energy. This review critically evaluates recent advancements in bioethanol production from WH by examining pretreatment, hydrolysis, and fermentation technologies reported between 2014 and 2024. A PRISMA-guided literature search was conducted using the Scopus and Web of Science databases, and fifty-nine original research articles were selected for analysis. The reviewed studies were comparatively assessed based on pretreatment strategies, …


Exploring Consultancy-Related Variations In Public Building Projects: A Review Towards A Management Framework, Grayson Bambaza, Ismail W. R. Taifa, George S, Mwaluko Sep 2026

Exploring Consultancy-Related Variations In Public Building Projects: A Review Towards A Management Framework, Grayson Bambaza, Ismail W. R. Taifa, George S, Mwaluko

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Consultancy-related variations remain one of the leading causes of cost overruns, schedule delays, quality deficiencies, and contractual disputes in public building projects. Although various studies have been undertaken to document the causes of variations in construction works, the same level of interest has not been shown for consulting services variations across the consulting services spectrum and their consequences for effective management. This study explores variations in consulting services for public works by systematically reviewing the existing literature using the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta Analyses) guidelines. Relevant articles published from 2020 to 2026 were retrieved from …


Urban Spatial Development Control In Tanzania: Analysis Of Factors Influencing Gis Application Using Structural Equation Modelling (Sem)., Happiness Protas Mmanda, Nestory Yamungu Sep 2026

Urban Spatial Development Control In Tanzania: Analysis Of Factors Influencing Gis Application Using Structural Equation Modelling (Sem)., Happiness Protas Mmanda, Nestory Yamungu

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Rapid urbanization in developing countries has intensified urban expansion, creating challenges for sustainable development. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) enhance spatial planning, but empirical evidence on factors influencing their effectiveness remains limited. This study examines determinants of GIS application in Urban Spatial Development Control (USDC). The objectives are to (1) identify and categorize factors affecting GIS use, (2) assess relative strength, and (3) develop a validated structural model explaining GIS adoption in USDC. Data were collected from 103 LGAs by a mixed sampling method. Exploratory and Confirmatory Factor Analysis classified influencing factors into technology-related (α = 0.869, CR = 0.881), process-related …


Decision Support Tool For The Maintenance Of Meter Gauge Railway Permanent-Way Infrastructures: A Concept Paper, Hamisi J. Maulid, Beatus A.T Kundi, Juma M. Matindana, Ismail W. R. Taifa Dr Sep 2026

Decision Support Tool For The Maintenance Of Meter Gauge Railway Permanent-Way Infrastructures: A Concept Paper, Hamisi J. Maulid, Beatus A.T Kundi, Juma M. Matindana, Ismail W. R. Taifa Dr

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

A Decision Support Tool (DST) represents a transformative way of modernising maintenance practice on the permanent-way infrastructure of Meter Gauge Railway (MGR). Maintenance practice remains largely reactive, as the MGR plays a strategic role in transporting both freight and passengers, resulting in inefficient resource allocation, high operational risk, and growing Lifecycle expenses. This concept paper explores the potential and the design challenges for a DST that combines fuzzy analytic hierarchy process (Fuzzy-AHP) modelling, multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and predictive machine learning (ML) analytics for evidence-based, future-oriented maintenance management. The paper draws on peer-reviewed studies from …


Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome In Oman: A 20-Year Single-Centre Experience, Muzna Al Hashmi, Anisa Al Maskari, Sulaiman Al Saidi, Badria Al Ghaithi, Mohammed Al Riyami, Naifain Al Kalbani Sep 2026

Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome In Oman: A 20-Year Single-Centre Experience, Muzna Al Hashmi, Anisa Al Maskari, Sulaiman Al Saidi, Badria Al Ghaithi, Mohammed Al Riyami, Naifain Al Kalbani

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: Congenital nephrotic syndrome (CNS) is a rare, severe disease presenting within the first three months of life, with limited prevalence data from Oman and the Gulf region. This study aimed to report 20 years' experience of congenital nephrotic syndrome (CNS) in a single centre in Oman. Methods: This retrospective study including children diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome in first 3 months of life, from January 2000 to December 2020 at Royal Hospital, Muscat, Oman. Results: A total of 26 patients were included in the study, with no gender predominance. Consanguinity was noted in 61.5% of patients and a …


Effect Of Sugarcane Bagasse Ash Incorporated With Limestone Calcined Clay Cement On Geotechnical Properties Of Swelling Soils Relevant To Road Applications, Horris K. Nangulama, Siya P. Rimoy, John E. Elvis Sep 2026

Effect Of Sugarcane Bagasse Ash Incorporated With Limestone Calcined Clay Cement On Geotechnical Properties Of Swelling Soils Relevant To Road Applications, Horris K. Nangulama, Siya P. Rimoy, John E. Elvis

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

This study aims to investigate the use and effect of sugarcane bagasse ash (BA) incorporated with limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative for stabilizing swelling soils. Therefore, BA incorporating LC3 was added to black cotton soil (BCS), known for its high swelling potential. Series of laboratory tests including free swell index (FSI), compaction, California bearing ratio (CBR), and shear strength were conducted to evaluate the performance of BA incorporating LC3 binder-stabilized BCS. Additionally, microstructural analyses using pore size distribution (PSD), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were performed to …


Hydro-Chemical And Bacteriological Assessment Of Zanzibar Groundwater Resources, Subira Munishi, Andrew Kimati Sep 2026

Hydro-Chemical And Bacteriological Assessment Of Zanzibar Groundwater Resources, Subira Munishi, Andrew Kimati

Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET)

Groundwater is the primary freshwater source in Zanzibar, sustaining domest ic, agricultural, and tourism needs. Increasing demand has intensified the pressure on this limited resource and has led to over-abstraction and contamination. Amid the growing demand and contamination pressures, this study examines the quality of groundwater in Zanzibar to clarify current conditions and emerging risks, and inform resource management and public health priority interventions. Particularly, the present hydro-chemical and bacteriological quality and variability was examined for both Unguja and Pemba Islands. A total of seventy-two samples were collected using a stratified random sampling approach, with the first field campaign focusing …


Mentorship As A Catalyst For Change Readiness: A Qualitative Study Of How Effective Mentoring Mitigates Burnout And Turnover During Organizational Transformation, Jeffery M. Camp Sep 2026

Mentorship As A Catalyst For Change Readiness: A Qualitative Study Of How Effective Mentoring Mitigates Burnout And Turnover During Organizational Transformation, Jeffery M. Camp

Journal of Online Mentoring

This qualitative study examined how effective mentorship mitigates burnout and attenuates turnover intention during organizational change, foregrounding the perspectives of experienced mentors. Drawing on Biggs’s presage–process–product (PPP) model, data were collected through semi-structured interviews (n = 12) and two focus group discussions (n = 6 each), engaging 18 unique mentors employed in organizations with 1,000 or more employees. Thematic analysis following Braun and Clarke’s six-phase protocol yielded four themes: (1) mentorship as strategic facilitation of organizational change; (2) mentorship as provision of emotional and psychological support; (3) empowering mentees through relationship-building; and (4) applying adaptive and reflective strategies. …


“I Was Not Wonder Woman And Required Help”: Black, Latina, And White Women’S Recovery From The Covid-19 Pandemic, J. Mitchell Vaterlaus, Colton Pierce, Harry Foster, Alison Brennan, Nicole Wanago Sep 2026

“I Was Not Wonder Woman And Required Help”: Black, Latina, And White Women’S Recovery From The Covid-19 Pandemic, J. Mitchell Vaterlaus, Colton Pierce, Harry Foster, Alison Brennan, Nicole Wanago

Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affected women, particularly women of color, yet less is known about their recovery experiences following the end of the public health emergency. This exploratory mixed-methods study examined recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic among Black, Latina, and White women in the United States. Participants (N = 133) completed a survey that included a self-reported recovery measure and open-ended questions regarding their recovery experiences. A chi-square analysis indicated a significant association between race/ethnicity and recovery status, with Latina women more likely to report ongoing recovery than Black and White women. Codebook thematic analysis identified four themes: (1) …


Sinps@Fe / Fe3c / C Anode Material Based On Waste Photovoltaic Silicon, Duan Zhiwei, Wan Yixin, Tian Xin, Hu Qiqin, Li Shengya, Yu Lixing, Wang Yingying Sep 2026

Sinps@Fe / Fe3c / C Anode Material Based On Waste Photovoltaic Silicon, Duan Zhiwei, Wan Yixin, Tian Xin, Hu Qiqin, Li Shengya, Yu Lixing, Wang Yingying

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Acidification Treatment Of Waste Lead Paste And Obtain Pbo By Heating, Bai Lu, Jian Yinghong, Ge Yujiao Sep 2026

Acidification Treatment Of Waste Lead Paste And Obtain Pbo By Heating, Bai Lu, Jian Yinghong, Ge Yujiao

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Advances In The Reinforcement Learning For Battery Energy Management In Electric Vehicle, Li Kuan, Yang Lili, Li Xian Sep 2026

Advances In The Reinforcement Learning For Battery Energy Management In Electric Vehicle, Li Kuan, Yang Lili, Li Xian

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Research Status Quo Of Carbon-Based Material For Supercapacitor Electrode, Quan Guohui, Pan Quanxi, Zhou Xue, Zhang Qingli, Tai Jinhua Sep 2026

Research Status Quo Of Carbon-Based Material For Supercapacitor Electrode, Quan Guohui, Pan Quanxi, Zhou Xue, Zhang Qingli, Tai Jinhua

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Design Strategies And Research Progress In Low-Concentration Electrolytes, He Jianjun, Zhang Jing, Wang Chengjun, Wang Jie, Quan Yin, Yao Yijie, Zhao Dongni Sep 2026

Design Strategies And Research Progress In Low-Concentration Electrolytes, He Jianjun, Zhang Jing, Wang Chengjun, Wang Jie, Quan Yin, Yao Yijie, Zhao Dongni

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Research Progress In Preparation Of Sulfide Solid-State Electrolyte Films, Chen Dishuang, Yang Maolin, Zhou Mingxia, Guo Ying, Wang Chang Sep 2026

Research Progress In Preparation Of Sulfide Solid-State Electrolyte Films, Chen Dishuang, Yang Maolin, Zhou Mingxia, Guo Ying, Wang Chang

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Research Progress In Flexible Plastic Based Battery For Wearable Electronic Devices, Ma Hongjian, Huang Lili Sep 2026

Research Progress In Flexible Plastic Based Battery For Wearable Electronic Devices, Ma Hongjian, Huang Lili

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Research Progress In Component Migration And Interfacial Evolution In Li-Ion Battery, Wu Chengren, Li Gen, Tang Fanrong, Wu Xiaobo, Chen Yukun Sep 2026

Research Progress In Component Migration And Interfacial Evolution In Li-Ion Battery, Wu Chengren, Li Gen, Tang Fanrong, Wu Xiaobo, Chen Yukun

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Patent Analysis Of Key Technologies Of Battery For Evtol, Li Xiaoyan, Xiao Qi, Huang Dongdong, Zhu Limin Sep 2026

Patent Analysis Of Key Technologies Of Battery For Evtol, Li Xiaoyan, Xiao Qi, Huang Dongdong, Zhu Limin

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Effect Of Esg Management On Value Enhancement Of Battery Companies, Shen Jing, Dai Jundi Sep 2026

Effect Of Esg Management On Value Enhancement Of Battery Companies, Shen Jing, Dai Jundi

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Business Logic,Practical Challenges And Institutional Responses Of Shared Energy Storage, Wei Zhixin, Li Ye Sep 2026

Business Logic,Practical Challenges And Institutional Responses Of Shared Energy Storage, Wei Zhixin, Li Ye

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Supply Chain Financing Models And Risks For Battery Manufacturers, Meng Shuyan, Liu Lingchuan Sep 2026

Supply Chain Financing Models And Risks For Battery Manufacturers, Meng Shuyan, Liu Lingchuan

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Upgrading Of Power Battery Industry Driving The Low-Altitude Economy Value Chain, Zhang Shaoru, Zhang Anqi Sep 2026

Upgrading Of Power Battery Industry Driving The Low-Altitude Economy Value Chain, Zhang Shaoru, Zhang Anqi

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Tariff Policies And Market Competition Patterns In Transnational Battery Trade, Ouyang Sainan, Zhang Haipeng Sep 2026

Tariff Policies And Market Competition Patterns In Transnational Battery Trade, Ouyang Sainan, Zhang Haipeng

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Collaborative Optimization For Battery Energy Storage Virtual Power Plants In Zero-Carbon Parks, Yan He, Wang Menglin, Peng Yali Sep 2026

Collaborative Optimization For Battery Energy Storage Virtual Power Plants In Zero-Carbon Parks, Yan He, Wang Menglin, Peng Yali

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.


Thermal Runaway Trigger And Gas Composition Analysis Of Li-Ion Battery, Wang Dan, Ji Liming, Bu Yi, Wang Sheng, Han Siyuan, Meng Hui Sep 2026

Thermal Runaway Trigger And Gas Composition Analysis Of Li-Ion Battery, Wang Dan, Ji Liming, Bu Yi, Wang Sheng, Han Siyuan, Meng Hui

Dianchi(Changsha)

No abstract provided.