Improving the efficiency of individually randomized clinical trials by staggering the introduction of the intervention.
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DOI: 10.1002/sim.7959
Abstract: In cluster randomized trials, the introduction of the intervention can be staggered in different clusters, leading to a stepped wedge design. This strategy can lead to gains in efficiency, which might also translate to the… read more here.
Keywords: intervention; improving efficiency; introduction intervention; individually randomized ... See more keywords
Improving efficiency in the radiology department
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DOI: 10.1007/s00247-017-3828-7
Abstract: The modern radiology department is built around the flow of information. Ordering providers request imaging studies to be performed, technologists complete the work required to perform the imaging studies, and radiologists interpret and report on… read more here.
Keywords: efficiency radiology; improving efficiency; radiology department; radiology ... See more keywords
Improving Efficiency and Quality of the Children’s ASD Diagnostic Pathway: Lessons Learned from Practice
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-017-3415-7
Abstract: The ‘autism diagnosis crisis’ and long waiting times for assessment are as yet unresolved, leading to undue stress and limiting access to effective support. There is therefore a significant need for evidence to support practitioners… read more here.
Keywords: improving efficiency; asd diagnostic; waiting times; efficiency quality ... See more keywords
Improving the Efficiency of Quasi-Optical Bragg Reflectors
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DOI: 10.1007/s11141-017-9733-y
Abstract: In the analysis of propagation of wave beams in quasi-optical transmission lines, the loss rate and transformation of modes by various elements of the transmission line are of great importance. The effects occurring when a… read more here.
Keywords: efficiency quasi; optical bragg; quasi optical; improving efficiency ... See more keywords
Improving the efficiency of shielding container design calculations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.anucene.2017.12.020
Abstract: Abstract The reactor refurbishment project for a CANDU (Canada Deuterium Uranium) reactor is an example of a major reactor-maintenance-related project where significant amount of non-fuel radioactive materials are generated. The transportation of these radioactive materials… read more here.
Keywords: container; shielding container; improving efficiency; container design ... See more keywords
Improving the efficiency of clinical trials by standardizing processes for Investigator Initiated Trials
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conctc.2020.100579
Abstract: 1. Abstract Early phase clinical trials are the first step in testing new medications and therapeutics developed by clinical and biomedical investigators. These trials aim to find a safe dose of a newly targeted drug… read more here.
Keywords: improving efficiency; initiated trials; investigator initiated; clinical trials ... See more keywords
Improving the Efficiency of Randomized Trials: The DYNAGITO Example
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DOI: 10.1080/15412555.2019.1698020
Abstract: Abstract A traditional principle of the randomized controlled trial is that the p-value comparing treatment groups should be computed from the simple crude data. This assumes that the size of the study is sufficiently large… read more here.
Keywords: improving efficiency; tiotropium; example; rate ... See more keywords
An Optimization Method for Improving Efficiency of Electric Propulsion System of Electric Seaplane
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2023.3249293
Abstract: The takeoff process of a seaplane is different from that of a conventional land-based plane owing to the influence of hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, and aerodynamic forces. As a result, more energy will be consumed by the… read more here.
Keywords: seaplane; optimization; optimization method; improving efficiency ... See more keywords
Improving the Efficiency of Deadlock Detection in MPI Programs Through Trace Compression
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DOI: 10.1109/tpds.2022.3218346
Abstract: This article presents a static deadlock analysis for single-path MPI programs. Deadlock is when processes are blocked indefinitely by a circular communication dependency. A single path program is one that does not decode messages for… read more here.
Keywords: action combination; improving efficiency; mpi programs; deadlock ... See more keywords
A novel approach to improving efficiency and cost saving in preoperative blood preparation
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DOI: 10.1111/trf.14331
Abstract: Preoperative ordering of blood products has been an area of optimization due to considerable variability among physicians; overpreparation can lead to extra costs and underpreparation of blood can potentially compromise patient safety. read more here.
Keywords: novel approach; improving efficiency; cost saving; approach improving ... See more keywords
Improving the efficiency of Rubisco by resurrecting its ancestors in the family Solanaceae
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DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abm6871
Abstract: Plants and photosynthetic organisms have a remarkably inefficient enzyme named Rubisco that fixes atmospheric CO2 into organic compounds. Understanding how Rubisco has evolved in response to past climate change is important for attempts to adjust… read more here.
Keywords: family solanaceae; rubisco; improving efficiency; rubisco resurrecting ... See more keywords