Brieflands

History

The company was first founded by Seyyed M. Miri and Seyed-M Alavian as an editorial group in a Medical Institute in 2007 to publish its medical journal. After three years of experience, the number of journals increased to 5 journals, and the company launched its first form of business as a VOF (collaboration) professional STM company in Heerlen, the Netherlands, which was called "Kowsarmedical Publishing." Respecting the publishing services (from submission to publishing), especially an in-house "Journal Management System," our journals increased to more than 60 STM journals between 2010 and 2019. Since 2022, "Brieflands" is the new brand name that acts as a "Science, Technical, Medical Publisher" that publishes more than 50 journals with the services provided by 97 expert employees in three different branches.

Business Profile

  • Brieflands is a Registered Trademark with record number 1454012.
  • Brieflands has been registered as a General partnership (Vennootschap onder firma) company in the Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel) of the Netherlands since 2010.
  • Nedmedica is our related company which is specialized in Author Services. 
  • Our former branding name was Kowsarmedical Publishing (2010-2021).
 

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Recent Submissions

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The Modulatory Effects of Combined Training on Lipid Profile Metabolism in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
(Brieflands, 2026-03-31) Amirhossein Hormati Oughoulbaig; Narges Yazdan Nasab; Asadollah Asadi; Omar Hussein Harran; Amirhossein Hormati Oughoulbaig [0009-0001-1281-0612]; Narges Yazdan Nasab [0009-0000-6886-6570]; Asadollah Asadi [0000-0003-3314-2948]; Omar Hussein Harran [0000-0002-3185-4557]
Context: Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and dyslipidemia, characterized by elevated LDL-C and triglyceride levels and reduced HDL-C levels, plays a central role. This study aimed to evaluate the independent effects of combined aerobic and resistance training on lipid metabolism in adults by conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis. Evidence Acquisition: Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, we searched major databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar, and identified 11 eligible intervention studies published up to July 2024. The included studies enrolled healthy or inactive adults who underwent combined exercise programs of varying durations (6 - 24 weeks). Lipid outcomes, including HDL-C, LDL-C, total cholesterol, and triglycerides, were extracted and analyzed using random-effects models. Subgroup analyses examined the influence of program duration and training composition on lipid responses. Results: Combined training led to statistically significant improvements across all lipid parameters. HDL-C increased substantially (SMD = 0.702), whereas LDL-C (SMD = -1.022), total cholesterol (SMD = -0.599), and triglycerides (SMD = -0.417) decreased. Longer programs (≥ 12 weeks) tended to produce more pronounced effects. Discussion: The findings suggest that combined aerobic and resistance training may be a promising nonpharmacological strategy for improving lipid metabolism; however, these results should be interpreted with caution given the heterogeneity among studies, methodological limitations, and small sample sizes.
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Exploring Nurses' Experiences of Caring for Patients Following a Suicide Attempt: A Descriptive Phenomenological Study
(Brieflands, 2026-09-30) Maysam Safari Nezhad; Amir Jalali; Parvin Abbasi; Rostam Jalali; Alireza Abdi; Ali Akbar Vaisi Raygani; AliReza Khatony; Parvin Abbasi [0000-0002-9752-8244]
Background: Caring for individuals after a suicide attempt places substantial emotional and professional demands on nurses and may affect their psychological well-being and clinical practice. Objectives: This study explored nurses’ lived experiences of caring for individuals after a suicide attempt. Methods: A descriptive phenomenological design was used. Nurses with experience caring for individuals after a suicide attempt were purposively recruited from the emergency and inpatient wards of hospitals in Kermanshah, Iran. Although 10 to 12 participants were initially planned, recruitment ended when data saturation was reached. Data were collected through in-depth, semistructured interviews lasting 60 to 70 minutes and analyzed using Colaizzi's seven-step phenomenological method. The trustworthiness of the findings was established according to Guba and Lincoln's criteria. Results: Analysis of the interview transcripts yielded 100 initial codes, which were organized into 9 subthemes and 4 overarching themes: Bearing the Burden of Life-and-Death Responsibility; Balancing Compassion with Emotional Self-Protection; Delivering Care Within an Underprepared and Vulnerable Healthcare System; and Spirituality at the Intersection of Hope and Moral Judgment. These findings underscore the emotional, ethical, organizational, and spiritual challenges that nurses face when caring for individuals following a suicide attempt. Conclusions: Nurses experience substantial emotional strain and professional responsibility when caring for individuals after a suicide attempt. Strengthening organizational support, fostering therapeutic nurse–patient relationships, and providing psychological support may improve nurses’ well-being and enhance the quality of patient care.
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Effects of an Evidence-Based Nursing Care Program on Treatment Outcomes of Intensive Care Unit Patients: A Quasi-Experimental Study
(Brieflands, 2026-09-30) Masoumeh Yari; Mohammad Adineh; Mina Rezaie; Mohammad Hosein Haghighizadeh; Masoumeh Yari [0009-0008-1879-5215]; Mohammad Adineh [0000-0001-9181-498X]; Mohammad Hosein Haghighizadeh [0000-0002-4197-0199]
Background: Evidence-based nursing (EBN) offers established benefits; however, its implementation in clinical practice, particularly in intensive care settings, remains challenging. Objectives: To evaluate the effect of an EBN care program on treatment outcomes in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Methods: This nonrandomized quasi-experimental study was conducted in 2 general ICUs at a hospital affiliated with Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran, between September and December 2025. A total of 70 ICU patients were selected using convenience sampling and allocated to the intervention (n = 35) or control (n = 35) group. The intervention group received a 4-week EBN program (1 in-person session and 7 virtual sessions, each lasting 1.5 - 2.5 hours) plus continuous clinical supervision during care, whereas the control group received routine care. Data were analyzed using independent-samples t-tests, chi-square tests, and repeated-measures analysis of variance (ANOVA). Results: Baseline characteristics were comparable between the groups (P > 0.05). The EBN group had a significantly shorter ICU stay than the control group (18.00 ± 8.21 vs. 26.88 ± 12.40 days; P = 0.001) and a shorter duration of mechanical ventilation (14.88 ± 7.87 vs. 23.74 ± 12.06 days; P = 0.001). The incidences of sepsis (25.7% vs. 62.9%; P = 0.002), ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) (40.0% vs. 80.0%; P = 0.001), delirium (28.6% vs. 54.3%; P = 0.029), and urinary tract infection (UTI) (31.4% vs. 71.4%; P = 0.001) were significantly lower in the intervention group than in the control group. Repeated-measures ANOVA showed a significant time × group interaction for Braden Scale scores (P < 0.001), with scores improving in the EBN group and declining in the control group. ICU mortality did not differ significantly between the EBN and control groups (28.6% vs. 45.7%; P = 0.138). Conclusions: The findings of this study suggest that a structured EBN program incorporating targeted education and ongoing clinical supervision may improve clinically important outcomes in ICU patients. However, given the single-center, quasi-experimental design, these findings should be interpreted with caution. Future multicenter randomized trials with longer follow-up and cost-effectiveness analyses are needed to strengthen the evidence base.
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The Relationship Between the Sense of Frustration and Suicidal Ideation Among Police Personnel: The Moderating Role of Psychological Capital
(Brieflands, 2026-06-30) Rezvan Shams; Zahra Dasht Bozorgi; Rezvan Shams [0000-0003-1341-3755]; Zahra Dasht Bozorgi [0000-0003-1972-989X]
Background: Police personnel work in high-stress environments, which increases their vulnerability to frustration and suicidal ideation. Objectives: This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the association between frustration and suicidal ideation among police personnel and to examine the moderating effect of psychological capital (PsyCap). Methods: This study employed a descriptive-correlational design. The target population comprised all police personnel in Ahvaz, Iran, in 2025. A convenience sample of 130 officers was recruited. Data were collected using the Beck Scale for Suicide Ideation, the Defeat/Frustration Scale, and the Psychological Capital Questionnaire. Pearson correlation and moderated multiple regression analyses were performed. Results: Internal and external frustration were both significantly and positively associated with suicidal ideation (P < 0.001). Frustration significantly predicted suicidal ideation; however, PsyCap did not significantly moderate this association (interaction P = 0.059). Therefore, the association between frustration and suicidal ideation remained strong regardless of PsyCap levels. Conclusions: The findings indicate a strong association between frustration and suicidal ideation that appears largely independent of PsyCap levels in this cross-sectional sample of police personnel. Future research and preventive interventions should prioritize reducing occupational stressors and addressing frustration to mitigate the risk of suicide among police personnel.
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The Effect of an Educational Intervention Based on the McMaster Model on Family Functioning in Infertile Couples
(Brieflands, 2026-06-30) Farkhondeh Ashtarian; Marzieh Kaboudi; Mitra Bakhtiari; Afshin Almasi; Hossein Ashtarian; Hossein Ashtarian [0000-0002-6014-110X]
Background: Infertility is a major medical concern affecting multiple dimensions of psychosocial and relational functioning. Studies have shown that family functioning is lower among infertile couples. Objectives: This study evaluated the effectiveness of an educational intervention based on the McMaster Model of Family Functioning in improving family functioning among infertile couples attending an infertility clinic in Kermanshah, Iran. Methods: A quasi-experimental study with a pretest–posttest design and random group allocation was conducted among infertile couples who visited the Motazedi Educational and Therapeutic Center in Kermanshah in 2017. Using convenience sampling, 56 couples were randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups. In addition to receiving routine therapeutic services, the intervention group attended four weekly educational sessions based on the domains of the McMaster Model. Family functioning and its subdomains were assessed using the validated Family Assessment Device (FAD) before the intervention and 4 weeks after the final session. Data were analyzed using independent t tests, chi-square tests, Fisher exact test, and analysis of covariance. Results: Twenty-three couples in each group completed the study. The mean age of women was 31.21 ± 5.73 years in the intervention group and 33.73 ± 5.50 years in the control group. For men, the mean ages were 34.30 ± 5.80 years and 37.30 ± 6.50 years, respectively. The two groups were comparable at baseline with respect to demographic, fertility, and family functioning variables (all P > 0.05). After the intervention, the intervention group showed significant improvements in overall family functioning and in five of the seven FAD subdomains (problem-solving, communication, roles, behavioral control, and general functioning) compared with baseline and the control group. However, no significant changes were observed in affective responsiveness or affective involvement (P > 0.05). Conclusions: The four-session educational program based on the McMaster Model significantly improved family functioning among infertile couples. These findings support the implementation of this program in infertility treatment centers as a cost-effective and accessible strategy to promote family health and well-being in this vulnerable population.