Linda Naidoo^*, Mariette Coetzee

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.36, No.2, pp. 161-170, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2026.073305 - 29 April 2026

Abstract This study tested the internal reliability and validity of a 28-item Employee Empowerment scale within a higher education context. A sample of 452 university employees (N = 452) from a South African higher education institution, comprising academics (46%), administrative staff (33%), and professional and managerial staff (21%), participated in the study. The participants were required to complete an employee empowerment questionnaire. The exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis identified a three-construct measurement model for employee empowerment: management support, autonomy and decision-making, and access to information and resources. The results revealed that the research instrument More >

Nourdine Aliane^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.87, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2026.078545 - 09 April 2026

Abstract The rapid advancement of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies has increased demand for flexible autopilot platforms suitable for both research and education. Among available options, the open-source Pixhawk/PX4 autopilot has emerged as a leading solution due to its modular architecture and robust software ecosystem. This survey examines the adoption of the Pixhawk/PX4 platform in research and education. The survey covers the analysis of the Pixhawk/PX4 autopilot software development APIs, its compatibility with ROS middleware and MATLAB/Simulink environments, and environments for software/hardware-in-the-loop simulations. Additionally, it explores the integration of Cutting-Edge technologies to enhance UAVs performance. By More >

Chun-Chieh Hu^1,*, Shuhan Zheng^1,2, Youjia Lin^1,2

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.28, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.073744 - 27 February 2026

Abstract Objectives: In recent years, mental health has emerged as a pressing public health concern in China, driven by mounting societal pressures and fast-paced urban lifestyles. Physical activity, a well-established means of enhancing psychological well-being, has received growing scholarly and policy attention. This study uses panel data from the 2020 and 2022 waves of the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS) to examine the impact of exercise frequency on mental health (with indicators such as CESD-8 depression scores) among college students and young employees, thereby providing empirical support for targeted mental health interventions. Methods: This study examines the… More >

Zhiyong Sun^*

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.36, No.1, pp. 33-43, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2026.074741 - 26 February 2026

Abstract This mixed-methods study investigated how AI-enhanced English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning environments influence students’ psychological well-being through the mediating roles of motivation and language learning anxiety and the moderating role of trust. Participants were Chinese university students (N = 310, 62% female, mean age = 18.9, SD = 0.8), of whom 15 completed interviews to both add to and to clarify the evidence from the surveys. Structural equation modeling results revealed that AI use had significant indirect effects on well-being through increased motivation and reduced language learning anxiety. Trust in AI significantly moderated… More >

Kesego D. Mathoothe^1,2,*, Sipho Dlamini¹

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.36, No.1, pp. 131-142, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2025.069010 - 26 February 2026

Abstract This scoping review aimed to explore the nature and structure of Student Counselling and Development Units (SCDUs) in Africa towards a better understanding of the role they play in African Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). A comprehensive literature search of ten years (2015–2025) on five electronic databases was conducted. Titles and abstracts were screened, and full articles examined, resulting in 23 studies meeting the inclusion criteria. Using thematic analysis, five main overarching themes were identified: (i) the scope and focus of services in SCDUs, (ii) multidisciplinary teams, (iii) approaches to service provision, (iv) challenges in providing More >

Alaa Tolah^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.87, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.074997 - 10 February 2026

Abstract The rapidly evolving cybersecurity threat landscape exposes a critical flaw in traditional educational programs where static curricula cannot adapt swiftly to novel attack vectors. This creates a significant gap between theoretical knowledge and the practical defensive capabilities needed in the field. To address this, we propose TeachSecure-CTI, a novel framework for adaptive cybersecurity curriculum generation that integrates real-time Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) with AI-driven personalization. Our framework employs a layered architecture featuring a CTI ingestion and clustering module, natural language processing for semantic concept extraction, and a reinforcement learning agent for adaptive content sequencing. By… More >

Tianyu Zhao¹, Xiaoli Zhao², Kenny S. L. Cheah^3,*, Ye Zhang³

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.12, pp. 2023-2038, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.071322 - 31 December 2025

Abstract Background: Despite access to university counseling services, many students underutilize them due to cultural stigma, language barriers, and perceived irrelevance. As a result, ChatGPT has emerged as an informal, always-available support system. This study investigates how international PhD students in Malaysia navigate loneliness, mental well-being, and social disconnection through interactions with Generative AI (mainly ChatGPT. Methods: Using a mixed-methods design, the study surveyed 155 international doctoral students and analyzed quantitative responses across four dimensions: loneliness, well-being (WHO-5), perceived social support, and AI-facilitated emotional support. Additionally, open-ended responses were examined using Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) to identify… More >

Charles H. Schlaepfer¹, Zubin Shetty¹, Vignesh T. Packiam¹, Chad R. Tracy¹, Elizabeth B. Takacs¹, Ruslan Korets², Ryan L. Steinberg^1,*

Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol.32, No.6, pp. 643-649, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cju.2025.064818 - 30 December 2025

Abstract Introduction: Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a valuable tool for clinicians, but little data exists regarding the perceptions of ideal POCUS utilization, as compared to actual use, amongst urologists. We aim to assess how perceptions align or diverge with actual practice. Methods: An institutional review board (IRB)-approved survey was developed and disseminated by email to 6 of 8 American Urologic Association Sections, program directors via the Society of Academic Urologists, and to 2 residency programs. The primary outcome was to assess differences in current and perceived optimal use. Data was collected via the University of Iowa… More >

Gwang-Soo Oh^1,#, Je-Seong Lee^2,#, Myeong-Hun Bae^3,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.11, pp. 1729-1745, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.071944 - 28 November 2025

Abstract Background: With the rapid growth of digital learning environments, esports has emerged as a popular form of school-based activity that promotes teamwork, motivation, and engagement. However, limited research has examined how participation in esports relates to students’ psychological and academic development. To address this gap, the present study identified structural relationships between perceived psychological well-being, social support, academic engagement, and school-life satisfaction among students participating in school-based esports activities. Methods: We surveyed 588 students who competed in on-campus esports tournaments across 15 secondary schools in Gwangju Metropolitan City, South Korea. Psychological well-being, social support, academic engagement,… More >

Marta Reis^1,2,3,4,5,*, Catarina Noronha⁶, Gina Tomé^3,4,5, Marina Carvalho^4,6, Nuno Neto Rodrigues⁷, Margarida Gaspar de Matos^3,4,6

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.10, pp. 1457-1470, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.070318 - 31 October 2025

Abstract Objectives: Academic Evaluation Anxiety is a significant psychological concern among adolescents, with well-documented impacts on academic performance, emotional well-being, and school engagement. In Portugal, recent evidence suggests growing pressure on students to achieve high academic standards, with psychosocial variables such as resilience, perceived support, and school environment playing a crucial role. This study aims to examine the prevalence and psychosocial predictors of Academic Evaluation Anxiety in Portuguese students, and to identify risk and protective factors that inform educational practice. Methods: This cross-sectional, quantitative study analysed data from 3083 students (5th to 12th grade) from the… More >