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The Comings of the Two Rivers: A Unified Framework for Transforming Scientific Evidence into Evidence Use through Storytelling

This paper introduces "The Comings of the Two Rivers," a seven-step storytelling framework that bridges the gap between scientific evidence and real-world action by transforming data into socially embedded narratives through community co-creation and engagement across multiple countries.

Patrick Mbah Okwen, Lisette Nange, Damaris Ntam Maih, Gloria Akah Ndum Okwen, Ernest Alang Wung, Miguel Jumwoh, Leonel A (…)2026-08-30
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Geoeconomic Fragmentation and the Erosion of TRIPS Flexibilities in Technology Access and Distributive Justice in the Global South

This paper argues that the rise of geoeconomic fragmentation and techno-nationalism is eroding TRIPS flexibilities and the policy space of Global South nations to access critical technologies, thereby transforming intellectual property from a development tool into an instrument of technological hierarchy that necessitates a reconstruction of equitable global technology governance.

Hamza Khan, Ahmar Afaq, Maryam Ishrat Beg2026-08-30
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Association Between Outcome-Based Education Achievement and Medical Graduates' Professional Performance: A Structural Equation Modeling Analysis under NARS Framework

This study utilizes Structural Equation Modeling to demonstrate a strong positive association between the achievement of Outcome-Based Education learning outcomes and the professional performance quality of medical graduates in Yemen, highlighting that general and knowledge-based skills are the most significant predictors of workplace success.

Muneer Al-Wesabi, Radfan Al-Gumaiee2026-08-30
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Can AI Adoption architect Sustainable HRM? Investigating the Moderated Mediation role of Techno-Complexity and Self-Efficacy

This study investigates how Artificial Intelligence Adoption influences Sustainable HRM through the mediating roles of Job Complexity and Resilience, finding that while AI generally promotes sustainability, its positive impact via resilience is weakened by Techno-Complexity, highlighting the need for simplified interfaces and supportive training to ensure long-term sustainable outcomes.

Sugyanta Priyadarshini, Jayasmita Kuanr, Sarthak Dash, Nisrutha Dulla, Snigdharani Panda2026-08-29
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Platformised Intimacies Shaping Gender Sexuality and Queer Subjectivities in Indian OTT Narratives

This study argues that Indian OTT series like *Made in Heaven*, *Paatal Lok*, and *Kohra* utilize platformised storytelling to deconstruct traditional gender archetypes and present nuanced, intersectional representations of masculinity, femininity, and queer subjectivities that move beyond the constraints of mainstream broadcast television.

Radhika Khanna, Tathagata Mitra, Kamalaveni Veni2026-08-28
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Integrating Technology to Develop Career Proactivity in Guidance and Counseling Services for the Contemporary Education Paradigm

This systematic literature review of 18 studies from 2015 to 2025 reveals that while integrating technologies like AI and chatbots into guidance and counseling services effectively fosters student career proactivity, successful implementation requires addressing challenges such as limited digital literacy, inadequate policies, and ethical concerns through collaborative capacity building.

Sapto Irawan, Muslihati Muslihati, Arbin Janu Setiyowati, Bambang Budi Wiyono2026-08-28
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An Investigation and Validation of Learning Motivation and Work Values Among Generation Z Physicians

This study validates a career characteristics scale to demonstrate that specific dimensions of learning motivation, such as immediate feedback and goal orientation, significantly predict the work values of Generation Z physicians, suggesting that medical institutions should adopt personalized, flexible training models to align with their unique professional needs.

Chih-Hung Chen, Fan-Jen Huang, Wen-Cheng (Gild) Shen, Shih-Min Liu, Wei-Chuan Chen2026-08-28