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Structural estimation of a principal-agent model: moral hazard in medical insurance [PDF]

, 2003
Despite the importance of principal-agent models in the development of modern economic theory, there are few estimations of these models. I recover the estimates of a principal-agent model and obtain an approximation to the optimal contract.
Vera-Hernandez, Marcos, Vera-Hernandez, M   +1 more
core   +1 more source

The Role of Chemotherapy in Pediatric Myoepithelial Carcinoma: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Myoepithelial carcinoma (MEC) in pediatric patients is a rare and aggressive malignancy characterized by heterogeneous morphology and variable molecular features. The optimal role of chemotherapy remains unclear. We conducted a systematic review according to PRISMA 2020 guidelines to evaluate chemotherapy in pediatric and young‐adult patients ...
Marco Salvi, Maria Carmen Affinita, Giulia Fichera, Luisa Santoro, Angela Scagnellato, Calogero Virgone, Elena Poli, Gianni Bisogno   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Emergency Capacity Pool to Respond to Unconventional Emergencies Based on Principal–Agent Theory

Urban Science
To address the conflict of interest between the government and enterprises regarding urban emergency transportation resources in unconventional emergencies and to enhance resource allocation and response efficiency.
Na Jin, Fuyou Tan, Haiyan Wang, Ao Sang, Shipeng Wang   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effectiveness of Resistance Intradialytic Exercise Compared to Aerobic Intradialytic Exercise for Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis commonly experience reduced physical function, fatigue, poor sleep quality, and impaired health‐related quality of life. Intradialytic exercise has been proposed as a non‐pharmacological strategy to improve these outcomes.
Klebson da Silva Almeida, Gisela Cristiane Miyamoto, Daniel da Costa Torres, Ian Setubal Reis Chaves, Jonas do Carmo Paschoalin, Braúlio Lima Nascimento, Luciana Dias Chiavegato   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Exploration of principal-agent theory in a consultative policy-making context

Humanities & Social Sciences Communications
This research examines the dynamics of the principal-agent relationship within the Federal National Council (FNC) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), assessing its efficacy in promoting government accountability and responsiveness.
Abdulfattah Yaghi, Tarek Aboelwafa, Ali Al Ahbabi   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

A principal–agent theory and network analysis of high-end cooperation among militant groups

Political Science Research and Methods
This study develops a principal–agent theory of why armed groups engage in high-end cooperation involving training or intelligence. While such cooperation enhances capacity, it generates downstream risks.
Ilayda B. Onder
doaj   +1 more source

Venture Investment Incentive Mechanisms and Simulation with Venture Entrepreneurs Having Multistage Efforts Based on Fairness Preference Theory

Discrete Dynamics in Nature and Society, 2016
When venture capital has been invested into venture companies, venture capitalists and venture entrepreneurs form a principal-agent relationship. Take into account the fact that the venture entrepreneur’s effort is a long process, because the effort is ...
Kaihong Wang, Chuan Ding, Jiacheng Chen, Aimin Li   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Research on the Value Improvement Model of Private Parties as “Investor–Builder” Dual-Role Entity in Major River Green Public–Private Partnership Projects

Buildings, 2023
In Public–Private Partnership (PPP) projects, the structure of the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) significantly impacts the value enhancement of projects. This study conducted a quantitative analysis of value enhancement in green PPP projects under single-
Jianyi Zhang, Jingchun Feng, Ke Zhang, Xun Han   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Protein pyrophosphorylation by inositol pyrophosphates — detection, function, and regulation

FEBS Letters, EarlyView.
Protein pyrophosphorylation is an unusual signaling mechanism that was discovered two decades ago. It can be driven by inositol pyrophosphate messengers and influences various cellular processes. Herein, we summarize the research progress and challenges of this field, covering pathways found to be regulated by this posttranslational modification as ...
Sarah Lampe, Tanmay Kumar Mohanty, Rashna Bhandari, Dorothea Fiedler   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Microbiome−host proteostasis crosstalk—An emerging perspective on mechanisms and interventions toward healthy longevity

FEBS Letters, EarlyView.
Proteostasis and the gut microbiota play a key role in shaping host physiology. Microbiota‐derived metabolites, vitamins, and RNA modulate host proteostasis. Findings from model systems, including C. elegans, indicate microbes can either stabilize or disrupt host proteostasis.
Abhishek Anil Dubey, Maria Ermolaeva
wiley   +1 more source