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Incentives and latent shirking

Labour Economics
In a simple model of bureaucracy under imperfect information, we show that increased potential for shirking can lead to higher effort levels and productivity. As even non-shirkers benefit from compensation schemes designed to deter opportunistic behavior, the latent propensity to shirk can create a positive spillover effect on dedicated bureaucrats. We
Rosaria Distefano, Francesco Reito
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Gamified learning meets physiology: Healthcare students' gameful experience with a virtual educational escape room

Anatomical Sciences Education, EarlyView.
Abstract Gamified teaching approaches are increasingly used in higher education, making it essential to examine the gameful experience resulting from interaction with educational game elements. This study aimed to evaluate undergraduate health science students' gamified learning experience using the Gamified Experience Measurement Scale in Education ...
David Martin‐Hidalgo, Guadalupe Álvarez‐Hernán, Cristina Carrasco Romero, Violeta Calle‐Guisado   +3 more
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Accurate Measurement in All‐inside Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Technical Note

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract With the increasing rate of posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (PCLr) and growing adoption of the all‐inside PCLr, the existing literature lacks an optimal surgical protocol for this technique. It is well recognized that variations in knee size and intraoperative positioning pose challenges in determining the key parameter—the length ...
Daoliang Xu, Wei Yu, Zelin Jiang, Jianxia Wen, Xiaoyun Pan   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Combined Medial Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty and Revision Allograft Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract Combined medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty and revision anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with an Achilles tendon allograft offers a promising solution for young, active patients with isolated medial compartment osteoarthritis and a failed prior anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Ryan J. Froom, Alexi J. Panos, Molly E. Kessenich, Nate Dickinson, Mikalyn T. DeFoor, Nathan Cafferky, Matthew T. Provencher   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

State territory and power relations in South Africa: national unity or oligarchy government fiefdoms?

Insights into Regional Development
This article argues that South Africa’s 2024 Government of National Unity (GNU) re-institutes elite democracy for political incumbency self-preservation in favour of the African National Congress (ANC) and president Ramaphosa.
Johannes Tsheola
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Lateral Extra‐articular Tenodesis Utilizing Modified Ellison Technique With Knotless Anchor Fixation

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract Lateral extra‐articular tenodesis (LET) to augment anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction significantly reduces graft failure rates. Although there are many techniques for lateral extra‐articular tenodesis, the modified Ellison technique provides numerous advantages as a distally fixed construct, including dynamic rotational stability ...
Joseph M. Sliepka, Natalie K. Kucirek, Alan L. Zhang   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Unparallel ICT in Enhancing the Essence of Democracy and Good-Governance [PDF]

Journal of Studies in Social Sciences and Humanities, 2018
It is true and sooth as far as Abraham linkan’s definition of democracy being implausible in a vast global democratic system. The definition of democracy of Abraham linkan is certainly palatable and practically realizable in those ancient times for ...
Shoara Akter Email : rezkabir777@gmail.com, Md. Milon Molla, Email : mollamilon@hotmail.com, S.M. Robiul Islam, Email : smrabiulislam12@gmail.com, Md. Rezwanul kabir, Email :rez_zimi@yahoo.com   +3 more
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Anterior Capsular Reconstruction With Dermal Allograft Augmentation for Multidirectional Shoulder Instability

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract Multidirectional shoulder instability, particularly in patients with underlying connective tissue disorders poses a surgical challenge. After exhaustive nonoperative treatment, surgical intervention is focused on restoration of the anterior and inferior capsular restraints.
Mikalyn T. DeFoor, Nate Dickinson, Ryan J. Froom, Ryan J. Whalen, Tomas Aguirre, Christopher Bine, Matthew T. Provencher   +6 more
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The Zhang Knot: A Locking Slip‐Knot for Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract The Zhang knot is a sliding knot for arthroscopic surgery that is simple to learn, easy to slide, and can be securely locked. This technique, which is similar to a reverse Tennessee knot, is described in detail with step‐by‐step illustrations and a video demonstration.
Xingzhi Zhang, Zhenhua Li, Tao Zhang
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Arthroscopic Modified Trapezoid‐Shaped Double‐Row Repair of Medium‐Large‐Sized Rotator Cuff Tears

Arthroscopy Techniques, EarlyView.
Abstract The double‐pulley double‐row technique has shown many advantages in the treatment of rotator cuff tears in clinics. However, multiple factors affect rotator cuff healing and retearing, including tendon‐to‐bone contact area, repair tension, and gap formation.
Zheng Sun, Shaohua Ding, Jun Shi, Tie'er Sha, Wei Ding, Yigong Zhang, Mingguang Bi   +6 more
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