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Generalised framework for multi-criteria method selection

, 2018
Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) methods are widely used in various fields and disciplines. While most of the research has been focused on the development and improvement of new MCDA methods, relatively limited attention has been paid to their ...
Jankowski, Jarosław, Karczmarczyk, Artur, Wątróbski, Jarosław, Ziemba, Paweł, Zioło, Magdalena   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Appraising Policies Through Social Multi‐Criteria Evaluation: Lessons From a Systematic Review of Applications

European Policy Analysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT In response to renewed interest in analytical tools that address complex policy problems and move beyond linear‐rational approaches in policy appraisal, Social Multi‐Criteria Evaluation (SMCE) integrates participatory approaches with multi‐criteria analysis (MCA), thereby incorporating specialised knowledge and diverse social values and ...
Egle Basyte Ferrari
wiley   +1 more source

Decision support system for the long-term city metabolism planning problem [PDF]

, 2016
A Decision Support System (DSS) tool for the assessment of intervention strategies (Alternatives) in an Urban Water System (UWS) with an integral simulation model called “WaterMet²” is presented.
Behzadian Moghadam, Kourosh, Coelho, Sergio Teixeira, Do Céu Almeida, Maria, Kapelan, Zoran, Morley, Mark, Ugarelli, Rita, Vitorino, Diogo   +6 more
core   +1 more source

Climate Transition Risk, ESG Rating Divergence and Portfolio Performance: Evidence From Composite Scores and Climate‐Adjusted Factor Models

International Journal of Finance &Economics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study investigates how ESG rating divergences and climate transition risks jointly influence portfolio performance. Using a newly constructed composite Environmental (E) score derived from principal component analysis (PCA) across three leading ESG providers (Eikon, RobecoSAM, Sustainalytics), we build industry‐adjusted portfolios for 389 
Ahmed Bouteska, Murad Harasheh, Giovanni Esposito   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development and clinical evaluation of a real-time multiple cross displacement amplification assay for rapid and sensitive detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Heliyon
Molecular techniques of nucleic acid testing recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) for the Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) detection were considered to have the potential access to the accurate tuberculosis (TB) notifications. In this study,
Chunrong Sun, Chaohong Wang, Fei Xiao, Nan Jia, Xiaolan Huang, Jin Fu, Yu Zhang, Juan Zhou, Guirong Wang, Yi Wang   +9 more
doaj   +1 more source

Evaluating the effect of two different training interventions on improving vaginal twin birth rates and provider confidence and knowledge levels: A pre‐ and post‐intervention study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Despite the increasing trend in cesarean section rates in multiple pregnancies, vaginal delivery in twin pregnancies appears both possible and safe. Methods This retrospective multicenter study compared outcomes before and after the implementation of a vaginal twin intervention in two Italian hospitals. In January 2021 in Pescara and
Claudio Celentano, Barbara Matarrelli, Maurizio Rosati, Martina Mercaldi, Claudio Meloni, Cecilia Molino, Aurora Padelli, Fiorella Conti, Federico Prefumo, Rixa Freeze   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis Approach for DC Microgrid Bus Selection

Power Electronics and Drives
The increasing variety of DC microgrid configurations has created a challenge for engineers in selecting the optimal design. To address this, multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) provides a systematic approach. In this study, six distinct DC microgrid
Charaabi Foued, Dali Mehdi, Belhadj Jamel   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Diagnosis of Amniotic Sac Herniation Into Uterine Dehiscence Using Combined Ultrasound and Magnetic Resonance Imaging—A Rare Complication Following Fetoscopic Laser Photocoagulation

Journal of Clinical Ultrasound, EarlyView.
Fistula of the anterior uterine wall, through which the amniotic sac of the recipient communicated with the anechoic area outside the uterus (left: ultrasound imaging; right: MRI imaging; star: amniotic sac herniation; arrow: fistula; triangle: bladder).
Ziling Liu, Hongqin Chen, Jie Ruan
wiley   +1 more source

Version [1.3]- [pyrepo-mcda - Reference objects based MCDA software package]

SoftwareX
This paper presents the pyrepo-mcda Python package upgrade with the implementation of the Preference Vector Method (PVM) multi-criteria method. This upgrade extends the scope of multi-criteria decision analysis offered by this package. Several advantages of the PVM method, such as the reduction of the participation of decision-makers, the possibility ...
Aleksandra Bączkiewicz, Jarosław Wątróbski, Kesra Nermend, Wojciech Sałabun   +3 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Efficacy and Safety of Dexmedetomidine‐Esketamine Versus Dexmedetomidine Alone as Premedication for Pediatric Anesthesia Induction: A Systematic Review, Meta‐Analysis, and Trial Sequential Analysis

Pediatric Anesthesia, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Emergence delirium (ED) is a common complication in pediatric anesthesia. Although intranasal dexmedetomidine (DEX) is widely used, its application is constrained by a slow onset, residual risk of ED in some patients, and risks such as bradycardia and hypotension.
Munder Lateiresh, Alhasan Altayf, Ayham Qatza, Abubaker Alghazal, Hasan Al‐sakkaf, Muhammed Elhadi   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source