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ABSTRACT Nonstructural components (NSCs) installed in large‐span reticular structures were frequently severely damaged during earthquakes, even when the primary structure remained intact. Existing seismic design specifications for NSCs were predominantly developed for upright structures such as multi‐storey buildings and offer no guidance for reticular
Xudong Zhi +6 more
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Integrated management systems: on the path to maturity and efficiency assessment [PDF]
The results from an online survey focusing Portuguese integrated management system (IMS) ruled companies are presented in the present article. These are partial results from an ongoing project aiming the maturity rating and assessment of IMS and ...
Arezes, P. +2 more
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ISBN# 978-0-646-95337-3 Presented at the Australasian Conference on Information Systems 2015 (arXiv:1605.01032)
Yew, Ming Hock, Goh, Jenson
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ABSTRACT Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection that can lead to serious health complications, was almost eliminated in the United States by 2000. But since then, its incidence began to increase, recently reaching a 60‐year peak. We suggest that the introduction of the highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) drug regimen, which transformed HIV
David Beheshti +2 more
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Learning in radiation oncology: 12‐month experience with a new incident learning system
Introduction of an incident learning incident (ILS) was shown to have had a positive impact on reporting and safety culture within a local health district (LHD). Survey findings correlate with existing literature that ILSs are effective tools for improving patient safety and departmental safety facilitating quality improvement.
Krystle Crouch +4 more
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Blockchain-Based Badge Award with Existence Proof
In this paper, we present a badge awarding system for performance assessment in education using blockchain technology. Learners will be awarded badges, which are certified for a predetermined level of progress in terms of learning.
Min Choi +3 more
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Maturity models: a useful solution to assess current OHS management system [PDF]
Occupational health and safety management systems (OHSMS) are implemented worldwide and by an increasing number of companies. Usually this management sub-system is not the first one to be implemented and is seldom the only management sub-system ...
Arezes, P. +2 more
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First 20 Years of Orbitrap Mass Spectrometry as the Mainstream Analytical Technique
ABSTRACT This review traces the first 20 years of Orbitrap mass spectrometry as a mainstream high‑resolution and accurate‑mass (HR/AM) technology. It outlines the historical development of the Orbitrap analyzer, the evolution of major instrument families, and the key technological innovations that enabled its widespread adoption. Particular emphasis is
Alexander Makarov
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The characterization of mechanical behaviour on kenaf fibre / polypropylene composites [PDF]
Global demand for wood plastic composite (WPC) has increased due to the increase of population and latest applications primarily in Malaysia industry today such as decking, chair and ceiling.
Mat Husin, Muhammad Muslimin
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ABSTRACT Objective This study evaluated the association between antiobesity medications (AOM) and incident cardiovascular disease (CVD) among older women, examining this relationship within and across survivors of obesity‐related cancers (ORCa) and age‐matched cancer‐free populations.
David S. Lopez +10 more
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