📢 We are pleased to share our newly published research in the Nursing: Research and Reviews. 📖 Title: Executive functioning training for reducing cognitive intra-individual variability in people living with HIV: A pilot randomized, controlled trial protocol 👩‍🎓 Authors: Odii, I. O., Phaowiriya, H., Hopkins, C., Fazeli, P. L., Rubin, L., Azuero, A., Lee, J., Brooks, S. B., Chapman Lambert, C., & Vance, D. E. ✨ Highlights: • This article provides the rationale and protocol for a pilot feasibility clinical trial on an executive functioning training intervention in middle-aged and older people living with HIV (PLWH). • As PLWH age, their increased risk for cognitive impairment highlights the urgent need for therapeutic strategies. • Cognitive intra-individual variability offers an innovative approach at the intersection of neuroscience and nursing care. 📌 Read the full article here: 👉 http://doi.org/10.2147/nrr.s492990 👏 Congratulations to Lect. Hathaichanok Phaowiriya and the research team for this important…

Congratulations to our 3rd year students in the Bachelor of Nursing Science (International Program):– Miss Venus Jitsakul– Miss Chatchaya Imraiad– Miss Kanyarat MuangplodAdvisor: Dr. Cherdsak DuangchanWhose research has been accepted for poster presentationat the Sigma Asia Regional Conference 2025! 🌏💡🔗 Learn more about the conference: https://events.polyu.edu.hk/sarc2025/home#SigmaAsia2025 #NursingResearch

New Publication Alert! We are pleased to share our newly published research in Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus(Q1 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking). Title:Cognitive intra-individual variability as an outcome or moderator of speed of processing training in aging adults with HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder: A secondary data analysis of a 2-year longitudinal randomized clinical trial Authors:David E. Vance, Andres Azuero, Michael Vinikoor, Julie K. Schexnayder, Frank Puga, Benjamin Galatzan, Jun Y. Byun, Chunhong Xiao, Hathaichanok Phaowiriya, Dara L. James, Pariya L. Fazeli Highlights:Examined cognitive intra-individual variability as an outcome or moderator of speed of processing trainingFocused on middle-aged and older adults living with HIV (PLWH) with HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder (HAND)Findings have broader implications for normal older adults, cognitively vulnerable adults, and adults at risk for dementia Read the full article here: http://doi.org/10.1016/j.aggp.2024.100012 Congratulations to Lect. Hathaichanok Phaowiriya and co-authors for this important contribution to cognitive aging and HIV research!

New Publication Alert! We are pleased to share our newly published research in Brain and Behavior (Q2 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking). Title:Association of Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor Polymorphisms With Alcohol Use Disorder: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Genetic Association Studies Authors:Anorut Jenwitheesuk, Noel Pabalan, Pairath Tapanadechopone, Hamdi Jarjanazi, Kittipun Arunphalungsanti, Phuntila Tharabenjasin Highlights:- This meta-analysis examined the association between BDNF gene polymorphisms (rs6265, rs16917204, rs7103411, rs11030104) and risk of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)- Certain BDNF SNPs were significantly associated with reduced AUD risk in overall analyses (homozygous and codominant models)- Protective effects were observed particularly among Caucasians (homozygous and recessive models), but not among Asians- Findings suggest that BDNF polymorphisms may play a protective role and could serve as potential genetic markers in clinical assessment of AUD Read the full article here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/brb3.70359 Congratulations to Dr. Anorut Jenwitheesuk and co-authors for this important contribution to genetic research in alcohol use disorders!

New Publication Alert! We are pleased to share our newly published research in the Western Journal of Nursing Research(Q1 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking). Title:The Relationships Between Sleep, Social Isolation, and Health Care Access to Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress, Number of Medical Diagnoses, and Medication Use Among Long-Haul Truck Drivers: A Cross-Sectional Study Authors:Karen Heaton, Prasert Kham-Ai, Aoyjai Montgomery Highlights:- Poor sleep quality is strongly linked to adverse mental health outcomes such as depression and PTSD among long-haul truck drivers- Social isolation and barriers to health care access further impact overall health- The study emphasizes the need for continuous education for drivers, employers, and healthcare providers, as well as strategies to address loneliness and promote well-being in this essential workforce Read the full article here: https://journals.sagepub.com/…/10.1177/01939459251362553 Congratulations to Dr. Prasert Kham-Ai and co-authors for this important contribution to occupational and mental health research!

New Publication Alert! We are pleased to share our newly published research in Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology (Q1 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking). Title:Development and Evaluation of a Mental Health Recovery Priority Measure for Cross-cultural Research: Global INSPIRE Authors:Yasuhiro Kotera, Akemi Hara, Christopher Newby, Yuki Miyamoto, Akihiko Ozaki, Yumna Ali, Pamela Clinton, Simon Felix, Catherine John, Natthapon Inta, Mike Slade Highlights:Introducing Global INSPIRE, a 20-item self-report measure to identify what individuals consider most important for their mental health recoveryFindings show that Global INSPIRE is reliable and adaptable across diverse culturesA significant step forward in advancing international research on personal recovery in mental health Read the full article here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00127-025-02946-9 Congratulations to Lect. Natthapon Inta and co-authors for this important contribution to global mental health research!

New Publication Alert! We are pleased to share our newly published research in the Journal of Nursing Care Quality (Q2 Journal, Scopus/Scimago ranking). Title:Factors Associated with Triage Clinical Decision-Making among Emergency Nurses: A Scoping Review Authors:Krisada Suamchaiyaphum, Allison R. Jones, Pariya L. Fazeli Highlights:- Emergency nurses’ triage decisions are influenced by nurse-related factors, patient conditions, and organizational factors- Decision-making involves critical thinking, intuition, and decision-support systems- Strong decision-making leads to improved triage accuracy, efficient resource utilization, and better patient outcomes Read the full article here: https://journals.lww.com/…/factors_associated_with… Congratulations to Lect. Krisada Suamchaiyaphum and co-authors for this important contribution to advancing emergency nursing care quality!