The development of QUADAS : a tool for the quality assessment of studies of diagnostic accuracy included in systematic reviews [PDF]
, 2003 BACKGROUND: In the era of evidence based medicine, with systematic reviews as its cornerstone, adequate quality assessment tools should be available.
Anne WS Rutjes +14 more
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Mapping Barriers to Sustainable Fashion Consumption: Insights from Neutrosophic-Z Number and Delphi-DEMATEL Integration [PDF]
Neutrosophic Sets and SystemsThis study investigates the barriers to sustainable consumption within the Vietnamese fashion industry, a critical issue given the sector’s significant environmental impact and growing consumer awareness. The research employs an innovative combination of
Phi-Hung Nguyen +7 more
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Comparison of a Continuous Forest Inventory to an ALS-Derived Digital Inventory in Washington State
Remote SensingThe monitoring and assessment of forest conditions has traditionally relied on continuous forest inventory (CFI) plots, where all plot trees are regularly measured at discrete locations, then plots are grouped as representative samples of forested areas ...
Thomas Montzka +7 more
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The stones of the Sanctuary of Delphi – Northern shore of the Corinth Gulf – Greece
BSGF - Earth Sciences Bulletin, 2020 The choice of stones by the ancient Greeks to build edifices remains an open question. If the use of local materials seems generalized, allochthonous stones are usually also present but lead to obvious extra costs.
de Vals Marilou +4 more
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A framework for understanding the factors influencing pair programming success [PDF]
, 2005 Pair programming is one of the more controversial aspects of several Agile system development methods, in particular eXtreme Programming (XP). Various studies have assessed factors that either drive the success or suggest advantages (and disadvantages ...
C. Poole +11 more
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Arthritis Care &Research, Accepted Article.Objective We conducted formative research aimed at identifying solutions that address inequitable health outcomes in lupus due to adverse social determinants of health. Methods We conducted a search for keywords which provided insights into potential solutions and initiatives underway. An advisory panel of lupus experts iteratively reviewed the list of
Joy Buie +11 more
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The Delphi: An Underutilized Method of Scholarly and Practical Research for a Public Relations Field in Transition [PDF]
, 2013 This paper introduces, analyzes, and explains the Delphi method of research, particularly as it applies to certain aspects of the public relations industry.
Wakefield, R., Watson, Tom
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Expert consensus regarding drivers of antimicrobial stewardship in companion animal veterinary practice: a Delphi study [PDF]
, 2018 Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global challenge facing both human and animal healthcare professionals; an effective response to this threat requires a ‘One-Health’ approach to antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) to preserve important antibiotics for ...
Cinquepalmi +5 more
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Arthritis Care &Research, Accepted Article.Objectives Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is often associated with persistent pain despite effective anti‐inflammatory treatment. Digital health applications (DHA) provide innovative approaches to address multidimensional aspects of persistent pain through psychological and behavioral strategies. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of a DHA
David Kiefer +7 more
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Investigation on the Effect of Dynamic Focus Feeding and Widening Path in Nanosecond Laser Drilling
MicromachinesLaser trepan drilling and laser helical drilling are typical methods for fabrication of micro through-holes through scanning laser beam. In the drilling process, the subsequent laser pulse may be occluded by the edge and the sputter deposition at the ...
Jianke Di, Jian Li
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