Identifying barriers and motivators to increase surgical clinical trial participation for older Veterans

Abstract: Background: Patients aged 65+ are underrepresented in surgical clinical trials, and few studies have explored the unique barriers that limit participation of older adults …

A remote measurement study of PTSD and cannabis use among Veterans: Recruitment, retention, and data availability

Abstract: With the growing availability of cannabis and increasing public support for legalization, cannabis use disorder (CUD) rates have risen, particularly among veterans, who …

Revolutionizing remote human subjects' research recruitment in the U.S. military during and post-COVID-19: Lessons learned from a multiphase mental health psychometrics study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Recruitment for human subjects' research in military service members often requires a more nuanced approach because of characteristics unique to this …

The UK Future Reserves Research Programme (FRRP) 2014-2018: Results, Impact, and Reflections

Abstract: In 2013 the Director General of Army Reform and the UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) announced its intention to fund a £1.3 million programme to conduct …

Can military Veterans transition into teaching to help bridge the gap of workforce sustainability in the UK?

Abstract: There are many compelling reasons to consider the potential contribution of military veterans to teaching in UK Further Education. To find out more about the perspectives …

The potential benefits of a military to prison-work pipeline: A study of newly hired US prison officers' self-efficacy

Abstract: For years, U.S. prison systems have struggled to staff their prison officer ranks. As such, many agencies have increased advertisements and incentives to specific …

Recruitment and retention of young adult veteran drinkers using Facebook

The objective of this study was to describe the feasibility of using Facebook as a platform to recruit and retain young adult veteran drinkers into an online alcohol use …

Enhancing representation of special populations: An approach to the inclusion of women Veterans in Veterans Health Administration clinical trials

Abstract: The under-recruitment of historically marginalized populations into clinical trials thwarts equitable inclusion of individuals who could benefit from healthcare …

Career choices: Exploring military migrants' justifications for their enlistment in the British Armed Forces

Abstract: Purpose; Using "on justification" theory, this article explores the rationality and justification of the West African military migrants for joining the British Armed …

Invisible no more. The experiences of Canadian women Veterans

Abstract: Despite some recent progress, women Veterans largely feel that Veterans Affairs Canada’s (VAC) programs have not taken sufficient account of their particular needs and …

McDonald’s or the Army? A California Case Study

Abstract: The military is failing to adequately respond to its toughest recruiting environment since the establishment of the all-volunteer force. On measures that often matter …

Government-wide military-connected strategic plan: Fiscal year 2024-2028

Abstract: On June 9, 2023, President Biden signed Executive Order (EO) 141001 , Advancing Economic Security for Military and Veteran Spouses, Military Caregivers, and Survivors …