BACKGROUND/AIMS Malnutrition is a common clinical problem causing poor outcomes, including longer hospital stays, complications, functional decline, and mortality. Oral nutritional supplements (ONS) are a key component of medical nutrition therapy for patients who cannot meet their nutritional needs …

Although attitudes toward sustainable commuting have become more positive in many countries, actual behavioral change remains slow. Meanwhile, the transport sector remains a major source of greenhouse gas emissions in Europe, with significant differences in sustainability efforts between governments …

Studies into affective publics often involve textual communication. However, emotive communication is increasingly visual. This study zooms in on the representation of the suffering other in seven re-workings of the Alan Kurdi photographs that resonated significantly on Instagram. Chouliaraki’s concept …

De term ‘warmtewerend’ doet al geruime tijd de ronde binnen het werkveld van hittestress en stedelijke klimaatadaptatie, en is inmiddels in beleid van veel gemeenten en provincies opgenomen. Steeds vaker worden warmtewerende oppervlakken expliciet benoemd als belangrijk middel om hittestress in stedelijke …

Background Current recommendations encourage consuming sufficient intake of high-quality protein, with ≥60% derived from plant-based sources, to support both nutritional requirements and sustainability goals. Objectives This observational study assessed protein intake, quality, and sources in predominantly …

Nederland werkt aan een volledig circulaire toekomst. Upcycling speelt daarin een steeds belangrijkere rol. Maar hoe ziet de dagelijkse praktijk van urban upcycling organisaties er uit, welke doelgroepen bereiken ze, en hoe waarderen consumenten geüpcyclede interieurartikelen? Binnen dit onderzoek hebben …

Een actieve burger in een kwetsbare Amsterdamse wijk wordt benaderd door onderzoekers die een participatief onderzoeksproject willen opzetten. Drie wijkbewoners doen mee en leveren maandelijks advies, helpen andere bewoners te bereiken en presenteren de resultaten. Het onderzoek zorgt ervoor dat het …

Background: Fall prevention programs have been proven effective in reducing falls and fall-related injuries in specific target groups and settings. However, implementing these programs on a larger scale often requires adjustments for feasibility. This study assessed the effectiveness of the nationally …

INTRODUCTION: With an ageing population, future doctors must be prepared to care for older patients facing complex and often chronic needs. Despite curricular efforts, medical students often report less positive attitudes towards providing this care-shaped not only by knowledge gaps but also by cultural …

Methane, the primary component of natural gas, emits less carbon dioxide than other petroleum-based fuels but faces challenges in efficient storage and transportation. Advanced adsorption materials provide a safe and cost-effective solution, with metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) emerging as promising …