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a cross-over longitudinal design [PDF]

, 2015
Background Frequent handwashing can prevent infections, but non-compliance to hand hygiene is pervasive. Few theory- and evidence-based interventions to improve regular handwashing are available.
Knoll, Nina, Lhakhang, Pempa, Lippke, Sonia, Schwarzer, Ralf   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Microengineered Gradient Hydrogels for Mechanobiology

Advanced Healthcare Materials, EarlyView.
Gradient hydrogels are used to mimic the mechanical heterogeneity in native tissues, offering powerful in vitro platforms to study cell‐material interactions in diverse pathophysiological contexts. Here, we present a comprehensive review of the design and experimental considerations for stiffness gradient hydrogels, discussing exemplary achievements ...
Shin Wei Chong, Deepu Ashok, Anna Waterhouse, Marcela M. M. Bilek, Daniele Vigolo   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The relationship between illness perception and general self-efficacy in hemodialysis patients: a cross-sectional study in south-western Iran

BMC Nephrology
Introduction Illness perception may influence self-efficacy in chronic disease management. This study examined the relationship between illness perception and general self-efficacy in hemodialysis patients in Ahvaz, Iran.
Masome Jafarzadeh, Mohammad Adineh, Shahram Molavynejad, Saeed Ghanbari   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE RELATIONHISP BETWEEN GENDER PERCEPTION OF COMPUTING, COMPUTER SELF-EFFICACY, AND COMPUTER ANXIETY: A COMPARISON STUDY BETWEEN CHINESE FEMALES AND AMERICAN FEMALES [PDF]

It is believed that the perception that computing is a male domain has discouraged American women to participate in computing fields. Like the U.S., computing is also dominated by men in China.
Laosethakul, Kittipong
core  

AI–Guided 4D Printing of Carnivorous Plants–Inspired Microneedles for Accelerated Wound Healing

Advanced Materials, EarlyView.
This work presents an artificial intelligence (AI)‐guided 4D‐printed microneedle platform inspired by carnivorous plants for wound healing. A thermo‐responsive shape memory polymer enables body temperature–triggered self‐coiling for autonomous wound closure.
Hyun Lee, Moon‐Jo Kim, DongEung Kim, Chan Ho Moon, Seojoon Bang, Hyeong Seok Kang, Ju Yeong Gwon, Jong Hwa Seo, Junhyub Jeon, Junhyuk Son, Munwon Lim, Minho Kang, Dong Yun Lee, Donghyun Lim, Jung‐Hoon Park, Gi Doo Cha, Soo‐Hong Lee, Tae‐Sik Jang, Kisuk Yang, Yunho Jeong, Youngho Eom, Hyun‐Do Jung   +21 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Role of Employability Skills and University Support towards Employability: A Mediation of Self-efficacy

American Journal of Business Science Philosophy
The study aims to delve into the factors influencing self-perceived employability among university students in Vietnam, while also scrutinizing potential gender disparities in these determinants.
Vu Thi Bich Ngoc, Pham Thi Lan, Nguyen Van Nhi, Duong Thi My Hanh, Ngo Thi Hai Yen   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Predictive Relationship Between Hospitality Students' Satisfaction with Their Major of Study and Their Entrepreneurial Intentions [PDF]

African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure
The purpose of this study is to investigate the intentions of students studying hospitality towards engaging in entrepreneurial endeavours. This study examines the impact of students’ satisfaction with their major of study, modelling, financial support ...
Sultan ALZYOUD, Ayman HARB, Wejdan ALAKALEEK   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Smart Closed‐Loop Systems in Personalized Healthcare: Advances and Outlook

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
A smart closed‐loop e‐textile integrates multimodal sensing, onboard processing, wireless communication, and wearable power to enable real‐time physiological/biochemical monitoring and feedback‐controlled therapy. ABSTRACT Smart textiles represent a revolutionary frontier in healthcare, seamlessly blending fabric and advanced technologies to create ...
Safoora Khosravi, Sang Won Lee, Mohammad Abrar Uddin, Sina Hassanpoor, Neha Suvindran, Katherine Le, Harun Arkaz, Harishkumar Narayana, Saeid Soltanian, Danial Khorsandi, Negar Hosseinzadeh Kouchehbaghi, Taeil Kim, Yangzhi Zhu   +12 more
wiley   +1 more source

Does Self-efficacy Influence the Application of Evidence-Based Practice? [PDF]

, 2012
Background: Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) is complex and consequently, even within organizations that have made efforts to promote EBP use, EBP is often underutilized by individual clinicians. Purpose: The aim of our study was to better
Abrahamson, Kathleen, Arling, Priscilla, Gillette, Jenna   +2 more
core   +2 more sources

Fabric‐Based Wearable Robotic Exoskeleton Gloves: Advancements and Challenges

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
This review highlights interdisciplinary technological advances in fabric‐based robotic gloves, focusing on progress in design, fabrication, actuation, sensing, control, and power and energy requirements. It also addresses performance testing and validation, including biomechanical, strength, functional, user experience, and durability assessments, to ...
Ayse Feyza Yilmaz, Gökhan Ince, Ozgur Atalay   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source