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Participatory action research and living theory action research in the Northern Territory

, 2013
This article is based on my honours thesis, ‘You or Me? A Social Framework in support of Indigenous community organisation’. It gives an overview of the reflective learning processes analysed in the thesis as I positioned myself as a community ...
Beattie, Michael
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Advancing Age Modulates Associations Between Cognitive Impairment and Brain Volumes in Early MS

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Cognitive impairment is common in multiple sclerosis (MS), but manifestations following the first demyelinating event are relatively unexplored. We investigated cross‐sectional associations between magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)–derived brain volumes and the presence of cognitive impairment outcomes five years after the first ...
Piriyankan Ananthavarathan, Marco Pitteri, Michael Foster, Sara Collorone, Sara Salama, Elisa Colato, Ferran Prados, Baris Kanber, Marios Yiannakas, Claudia A. M. Gandini Wheeler‐Kingshott, Indran Davagnanam, Frederik Barkhof, Declan Chard, Olga Ciccarelli, Ahmed Toosy   +14 more
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EMPOWERMENT IN PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH CONDUCTED IN MALAYSIA

, 2014
Participatory action research advocates participation and egalitarian relationship among its participants. This study was conducted in Malaysia amongst the Malay society, where the Malay society has been labelled as having high power distance in its ...
Puteh-Behak, Fariza
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Comparing the Effect of Semi‐Immersive Virtual Reality, Computerized Cognitive Training, and Traditional Rehabilitation on Cognitive Function in Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Cognitive impairment is a common non‐motor symptom in Multiple Sclerosis (MS), negatively affecting autonomy and Quality of Life (QoL). Innovative rehabilitation strategies, such as semi‐immersive virtual reality (VR) and computerized cognitive training (CCT), may offer advantages over traditional cognitive rehabilitation (TCR ...
Maria Grazia Maggio, Desiree Latella, Lilla Bonanno, Paulo Cezar Rocha dos Santos, Marcos Maldonado‐Díaz, Meir Plotnik, Rosaria De Luca, Angelo Quartarone, Rocco Salvatore Calabrò   +8 more
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Exploring the mechanism of action of tripterygium glycosides tablets in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis based on the Lnc-ENST00000602558/IGF1 signaling pathway

Frontiers in Pharmacology
ObjectiveRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory joint disease and the leading cause of joint-related limb disability. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers certain advantages in RA treatment, and Tripterygium preparations are widely used
Jin-ying Fang, Ming-xuan Liu, Yan-nan Yang, Cun-xiang Xie, Chun-ping Liu, Chao-hua Zhu, Jie Hu, Wei Li, Liu Lv, Yong-hong Wang, Zheng-hong Zhu, Hai-long Wang   +11 more
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Improving Indigenous Women’s Wellness Through Action Research

, 2013
This paper describes an action research project undertaken with Indigenous women in the highly urbanised area of north Brisbane. The project was a collaborative effort to move beyond the alarming statistics of Indigenous women’s poor health status.
Walker, Melissa, Anderson, Debra, Fredericks, Bronwyn   +2 more
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An action learning intervention on work-family balance

, 2020
The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of an action learning intervention using positive psychological techniques to impact work-family balance. It draws on theory and practice from positive psychology and action learning interventions.
Carr, Rodney, Molineux, John, Fraser, Adam   +2 more
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Acute Kidney Injury After Mechanical Thrombectomy for Stroke in Patients With Pre‐Existing Renal Impairment

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common but often underrecognized complication in ischemic stroke patients undergoing mechanical thrombectomy, particularly among those with pre‐existing renal impairment. This study evaluated the incidence, risk factors, and clinical impact of AKI in this high‐risk population.
Michał Borończyk, Marcel Pilarek, Emilia Jaworska, Natalia Kardas, Oliwia Barnaś, Julia Woźniak, Iga Machała, Julia Węgrzynek‐Gallina, Joanna Siuda, Anna Hawrot‐Kawecka, Anetta Lasek‐Bal   +10 more
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Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Inebilizumab Versus Rituximab in AQP4‐IgG‐Positive NMOSD

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Rituximab (anti‐CD20, RTX) and inebilizumab (anti‐CD19, INE) represent B‐cell‐depleting therapies used for aquaporin‐4 antibody‐positive (AQP4‐IgG+) neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD); however, direct comparative evidence remains limited.
Jie Lin, Binbin Xue, Dewei Xie, Jia Li, Juyuan Pan, Lanbing Zhu, Qiaowen Tong, Jing Lin, Ruofan Zhu, Xu Zhang, Junhui Xia, Xiang Li   +11 more
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Reflections for postgraduate students on writing an action research thesis

, 2017
The prospect of conducting action research as part of formal academic study can seem quite daunting for many. The academy, often dominated by a positivist approach, does not always appreciate the value and quality of research that is qualitative, action ...
Smith, Steve Wayne
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