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Primary school characteristics in Sokoto State, Nigeria
Abstract
This study gathered evidence on the state of primary schools in Sokoto State, Nigeria, in 2018 and 2019. The datasets contain two survey waves of a sample of 128 primary schools. Data was collected during unannounced visits to each scho...
Publication · July 03, 2026
Iron‐Fortified Drinking Water in Anganwadi Centres in Rural India: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Abstract
To reduce anaemia prevalence among children, we tested the introduction of cast iron ingots to prepare iron‐enriched drinking water in pre‐schools (Anganwadi centres) in Bihar, India. We implemented a randomized controlled trial among ...
Publication · July 03, 2026
Exergames – from Leisure Time Fun and Games to Superior Exercise Delivery for Enhancing Cognition [Book Chapter]
Abstract:
Exergames have evolved from recreational activities to a powerful health promotion and rehabilitation tool. This chapter provides an overview of the history and current state of the art of research on exergames. It highlights that cur...
Publication · July 03, 2026
Digital Twin Guided Prevention of Hypertension in Coarctation of the Aorta Survivors
Project · July 03, 2026
Games-Based Methodologies
Drawing on my experience as a former football player, work co-developing sports-based programmes with grassroots organisations, and ongoing participatory fieldwork in Medellin, I focus on the potential of sport, play and games as a form of action ...
Project · July 02, 2026
Who Are the Real Bleeding Hearts? Capitalism Needs Workers with Superhuman Sympathy
Publication · July 02, 2026
An Exploratory Study of Sociotechnical Issues for Anti-Money Laundering Workers
Publication · July 02, 2026