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Comparison of Semiparametric Models in the Presence of Noise and Outliers
Journal of Applied MathematicsVarious studies have examined generalized additive models (GAMs), comparing thin plate splines (tp), P-splines (ps), cubic regression splines (cr), and Gaussian processes (gp) for discrete choice data, function approximation, and in the presence of ...
Daniel Edinam Wormenor +2 more
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Using queuing theory to analyse completion times in accident and emergency departments in the light of the government 4-hour target [PDF]
, 2006 This paper uses a queuing model to evaluate completion times in accident and emergency (A&E) departments in the light of the Government target of completing and discharging 98% of patients inside 4 hours.
Mayhew, L., Smith, D.
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Children &Society, EarlyView.ABSTRACT This research explores participative approaches for amplifying the voices of justice‐involved youth, a marginalised group in criminological research. Using the SPIDER framework, this rapid evidence review examines engagement methods, such as photovoice and lyric writing.
Kelly Razey, Colm Walsh
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Secant Unit Gompertz Quantile Regression for Modeling Bounded Endogenous Variables
Computational and Mathematical MethodsModeling data that falls within the [0,1] domain is a huge task in most scientific disciplines. This is because most classical distributions do not address the issues of complex data shapes as well as managing the dynamism of extreme quantiles. The study
Robert Adombire Akumbobe +2 more
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Bridging the work governance divide: Pluralism and performance
European Management Review, EarlyView.Abstract This article introduces a new direction of studies that looks at the Workplace of the Future through enlarged interdisciplinary lenses. This article bridges the divide between different traditions – human resource management, industrial relations and economic democracy – arguing theoretically and demonstrating empirically their complementarity
Gustavo Magalhães de Oliveira +3 more
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Asymmetric Impact of Heterogenous Uncertainties on the Green Bond Market
Discrete Dynamics in Nature and SocietyInvesting in green bonds has been recognized as a strategy that not only promotes environmental performance but also offers attractive investment returns.
Samuel Asante Gyamerah +3 more
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The management of de-cumulation risks in a defined contribution environment [PDF]
, 2005 The aim of the paper is to lay the theoretical foundations for the construction of a flexible tool that can be used by pensioners to find optimal investment and consumption choices in the distribution phase of a defined contribution pension scheme.
Gerrard, R. J. G. +2 more
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Closed‐Form Optimal Investment Under Generalized GARCH Models
European Financial Management, EarlyView.ABSTRACT This paper introduces a new class of stochastic volatility models for asset prices, the generalized Heston Nandi GARCH (GHN‐GARCH), with the primary objective of optimal dynamic asset allocation under expected utility theory for constant relative risk aversion investors. We study some of its theoretical properties, and demonstrate that the GHN‐
Marcos Escobar‐Anel +2 more
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Investigating the market potential for customised long term care insurance products [PDF]
, 2006 Previous economic research into long-term care (LTC) has mainly been focussed on one issue: the reasons why the LTC insurance market has not been successful.
Karlsson, M. +2 more
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Government Financial Reporting: A Study of Nested Controversy
Financial Accountability &Management, EarlyView.ABSTRACT There are two schools of thought on government financial reporting: one emanating from societal values and accountability to citizens; and one based on investment decisions and a business approach. There are staunch proponents of these different perspectives, which are rooted in economic thought and values.
Sheila Ellwood, Rhoda Brown
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