Publications by authors named "M J Ishimaru"

Self-organization realizes various nanostructures to control material properties such as superconducting vortex pinning and thermal conductivity. However, the self-organization of nucleation and growth is constrained by the growth geometric symmetry. To realize highly controlled three-dimensional nanostructures by self-organization, nanostructure formation that breaks the growth geometric symmetry thermodynamically and kinetically, such as tilted or in-plane aligned nanostructures, is a challenging issue.

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Background: Falls are among the most prevalent workplace accidents, necessitating thorough screening for susceptibility to falls and customization of individualized fall prevention programs. The aim of this study was to develop and validate a high fall risk prediction model using machine learning (ML) and video-based first three steps in middle-aged workers.

Methods: Train data (n=190, age 54.

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Background: Community- and evidence-based approaches are essential for improving dental public health. We evaluated the effectiveness of sending vouchers in a community-based oral screening program to encourage dental visits and improve oral health among adults.

Methods: We analyzed the data from April 2014 to March 2019 obtained from administrative claims and screening program databases in Tsukuba City, Japan.

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Article Synopsis
  • This review examines how older individuals living at home interact with healthcare professionals regarding advance care planning and aims to enhance end-of-life care discussions.
  • It highlights the need for healthcare providers to initiate these important conversations more effectively, as community-dwelling older adults often miss out on these opportunities compared to those in institutional settings.
  • The review includes 5 qualitative studies published between 2017 and 2022, all demonstrating a reasonably high quality according to established appraisal metrics.
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