47 CFR 2.1077 - Compliance information.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-10-01

... 47 Telecommunication 1 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Compliance information. 2.1077 Section 2.1077 Telecommunication FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION GENERAL FREQUENCY ALLOCATIONS AND RADIO TREATY MATTERS; GENERAL... Internet, the information required by this section may be included in the manual in that alternative form...

A field evaluation of data link flight information services for general aviation pilots

DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

1997-02-01

This report documents a field study of Data Link Flight Information Services : (FIS) designed for use by general aviation (GA) pilots. The Data Link FIS : package that was evaluated in this study included the Traffic Information : Service (TIS), Text...

16 CFR 313.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-01-01

... 16 Commercial Practices 1 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false Information to be included in privacy... OF CONGRESS PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 313.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The initial, annual, and revised privacy notices...

12 CFR 216.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-01-01

... 12 Banks and Banking 2 2012-01-01 2012-01-01 false Information to be included in privacy notices... SYSTEM PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION (REGULATION P) Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 216.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The initial, annual, and revised privacy...

16 CFR 313.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-01-01

... 16 Commercial Practices 1 2012-01-01 2012-01-01 false Information to be included in privacy... OF CONGRESS PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 313.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The initial, annual, and revised privacy notices...

16 CFR 313.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-01-01

... 16 Commercial Practices 1 2014-01-01 2014-01-01 false Information to be included in privacy... OF CONGRESS PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 313.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The initial, annual, and revised privacy notices...

30 CFR 780.22 - Geologic information.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... 30 Mineral Resources 3 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Geologic information. 780.22 Section 780.22... Geologic information. (a) General. Each application shall include geologic information in sufficient detail...) Geologic information shall include, at a minimum the following: (1) A description of the geology of the...

30 CFR 780.22 - Geologic information.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-07-01

... 30 Mineral Resources 3 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Geologic information. 780.22 Section 780.22... Geologic information. (a) General. Each application shall include geologic information in sufficient detail...) Geologic information shall include, at a minimum the following: (1) A description of the geology of the...

Internet Resources for Reference: General Business and Company Information.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Mai, Brent Alan

1997-01-01

Outlines a few of the thousands of Internet sites that are helpful in obtaining general business information and company-specific information, including company directories and homepages, telephone directories, Chambers of Commerce, marketing and advertising, agribusiness, government, cost of living, business schools, and nonprofit business.…

14 CFR 11.35 - Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

... information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? 11.35 Section 11.35... RULEMAKING PROCEDURES Rulemaking Procedures General § 11.35 Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? (a) Sensitive security...

14 CFR 11.35 - Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-01-01

... information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? 11.35 Section 11.35... RULEMAKING PROCEDURES Rulemaking Procedures General § 11.35 Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? (a) Sensitive security...

14 CFR 11.35 - Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-01-01

... information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? 11.35 Section 11.35... RULEMAKING PROCEDURES Rulemaking Procedures General § 11.35 Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? (a) Sensitive security...

14 CFR 11.35 - Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-01-01

... information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? 11.35 Section 11.35... RULEMAKING PROCEDURES Rulemaking Procedures General § 11.35 Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? (a) Sensitive security...

14 CFR 11.35 - Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-01-01

... information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? 11.35 Section 11.35... RULEMAKING PROCEDURES Rulemaking Procedures General § 11.35 Does FAA include sensitive security information and proprietary information in the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS)? (a) Sensitive security...

Gold Seal Vocational Endorsement and Scholarship Program, 1993-94. Information Booklet.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Florida State Dept. of Education, Tallahassee. Div. of Vocational, Adult, and Community Education.

This revised edition provides information about Florida's Gold Seal Vocational Endorsement and Scholarship program. The booklet includes the following: (1) general program information, including information on eligible vocational program areas, program eligibility requirements, Gold Seal endorsement program requirements, competency testing, course…

Uncertainty relations with the generalized Wigner-Yanase-Dyson skew information

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Fan, Yajing; Cao, Huaixin; Wang, Wenhua; Meng, Huixian; Chen, Liang

2018-07-01

The uncertainty principle in quantum mechanics is a fundamental relation with different forms, including Heisenberg's uncertainty relation and Schrödinger's uncertainty relation. We introduce the generalized Wigner-Yanase-Dyson correlation and the related quantities. Various properties of them are discussed. Finally, we establish several generalizations of uncertainty relation expressed in terms of the generalized Wigner-Yanase-Dyson skew information.

Awareness List of Principal Documents and Publications of the General Information Programme.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Lermyte, Catherine; Philippon, Brigitte

This bibliography lists and provides abstracts for the principal documents and publications of the General Information Programme and UNISIST, including guidelines, studies, manuals, directories, and materials from international conferences that are concerned with various aspects of information science, librarianship, and archive science. The list…

32 CFR 584.1 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... emphasis to the support of family members in command information programs. This includes informing soldiers... information will be included during inprocessing and outprocessing briefings, particularly during processing... received. If the soldier is suspected of criminal conduct, self-incrimination protections (article 31...

32 CFR 584.1 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-07-01

... emphasis to the support of family members in command information programs. This includes informing soldiers... information will be included during inprocessing and outprocessing briefings, particularly during processing... received. If the soldier is suspected of criminal conduct, self-incrimination protections (article 31...

32 CFR 584.1 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-07-01

... emphasis to the support of family members in command information programs. This includes informing soldiers... information will be included during inprocessing and outprocessing briefings, particularly during processing... received. If the soldier is suspected of criminal conduct, self-incrimination protections (article 31...

32 CFR 584.1 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... emphasis to the support of family members in command information programs. This includes informing soldiers... information will be included during inprocessing and outprocessing briefings, particularly during processing... received. If the soldier is suspected of criminal conduct, self-incrimination protections (article 31...

32 CFR 584.1 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-07-01

... emphasis to the support of family members in command information programs. This includes informing soldiers... information will be included during inprocessing and outprocessing briefings, particularly during processing... received. If the soldier is suspected of criminal conduct, self-incrimination protections (article 31...

Management Challenges Fiscal Year 2016

DTIC Science & Technology

2017-01-01

of Office of Inspector General Management Challenges 14 │ FY 2016 classified information revealed “methods to our adversaries that could impact our...electronic data to perform operations and to process, maintain, and report essential information . Office of Inspector General Management ...that collects, processes, stores, disseminates, and manages critical information . It includes owned and leased communications and computing

Medical Information Management System (MIMS): A generalized interactive information system

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Alterescu, S.; Friedman, C. A.; Hipkins, K. R.

1975-01-01

An interactive information system is described. It is a general purpose, free format system which offers immediate assistance where manipulation of large data bases is required. The medical area is a prime area of application. Examples of the system's operation, commentary on the examples, and a complete listing of the system program are included.

46 CFR 503.22 - Records available at the Office of the Secretary

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-10-01

... Section 503.22 Shipping FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS PUBLIC INFORMATION Records, Information and Materials Generally Available to the Public Without Resort to Freedom of... proceedings including, but not limited to, orders, notices, pertinent correspondence, transcripts, exhibits...

Acting on Information: Representing Actions That Manipulate Information

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Golden, Keith

1999-01-01

Information manipulation is the creation of new information based on existing information sources. This paper discusses problems that arise when planning for information manipulation, and proposes a novel action representation, called ADLIM, that addresses these problems, including: How to represent information in a way sufficient to express the effects of actions that modify the information. I present a simple, yet expressive, representation of information goals and effects that generalizes earlier work on representing sensing actions; How to concisely represent actions that copy information, or produce new information that is based on existing information sources. I show how this is a generalization of the frame problem, and present a solution based on generalized frame effects; and How to generate a pipeline of information-processing commands that will produce an output containing exactly the desired information. I present a new approach to goal regression.

75 FR 33624 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Submission of...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2010-06-14

...: Food Additive, Color Additive (Including Labeling), and Generally Recognized as Safe Affirmation... of FDA's regulations for submission of petitions, including food and color additive petitions... of information technology. Submission of Petitions: Food Additive, Color Additive (Including Labeling...

General Permits for Ocean Dumping

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

General permits are issued by EPA for the ocean dumping of certain materials that will have a minimal adverse environmental impact and are generally disposed of in small quantities. Information includes examples and ocean disposal sites for general permits

The Difference in the Online Medical Information Searching Behaviors of Hospital Patients and Their Relatives versus the General Public

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Wang, Hung-Yuan; Liang, Jyh-Chong; Tsai, Chin-Chung

2014-01-01

The purpose of this study is two-fold: to explore the differences in online medical information searching behaviors, including evaluative standards and search strategies, of the general public (general group) and those of hospital patients and their relatives (hospital group); and to compare the predictive relationship between the evaluative…

37 CFR 2.122 - Matters in evidence.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... registration, or by a current printout of information from the electronic database records of the USPTO showing... publications, such as books and periodicals, available to the general public in libraries or of general.... The notice shall specify the printed publication (including information sufficient to identify the...

Geochemistry for Chemists.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Hostettler, John D.

1985-01-01

A geochemistry course for chemists is described. Includes: (1) general course information; (2) subject matter covered; and (3) a consideration of the uses of geochemistry in a chemistry curriculum, including geochemical "real world" examples, geochemistry in general chemistry, and geochemistry as an elective. (JN)

20 CFR 656.10 - General instructions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-04-01

... hour notices required by 29 CFR 516.4 or occupational safety and health notices required by 29 CFR 1903... application is filed under § 656.17, the notice must contain the information required for advertisements by... include the information required for advertisements by § 656.18(b)(3), and must include the information...

20 CFR 656.10 - General instructions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-04-01

... hour notices required by 29 CFR 516.4 or occupational safety and health notices required by 29 CFR 1903... application is filed under § 656.17, the notice must contain the information required for advertisements by... include the information required for advertisements by § 656.18(b)(3), and must include the information...

20 CFR 656.10 - General instructions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-04-01

... hour notices required by 29 CFR 516.4 or occupational safety and health notices required by 29 CFR 1903... application is filed under § 656.17, the notice must contain the information required for advertisements by... include the information required for advertisements by § 656.18(b)(3), and must include the information...

17 CFR 160.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-04-01

... privacy notices. 160.6 Section 160.6 Commodity and Securities Exchanges COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 160.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The initial, annual, and revised privacy notices that you...

The Melbourne East Monash General Practice Database (MAGNET): Using data from computerised medical records to create a platform for primary care and health services research.

PubMed

Mazza, Danielle; Pearce, Christopher; Turner, Lyle Robert; De Leon-Santiago, Maria; McLeod, Adam; Ferriggi, Jason; Shearer, Marianne

2016-07-04

The Melbourne East MonAsh GeNeral PracticE DaTabase (MAGNET) research platform was launched in 2013 to provide a unique data source for primary care and health services research in Australia.  MAGNET contains information from the computerised records of 50 participating general practices and includes data from the computerised medical records of more than 1,100,000 patients.  The data extracted is patient-level episodic information and includes a variety of fields related to patient demographics and historical clinical information, along with the characteristics of the participating general practices.  While there are limitations to the data that is currently available, the MAGNET research platform continues to investigate other avenues for improving the breadth and quality of data, with the aim of providing a more comprehensive picture of primary care in Australia.

Pharmacy Information Systems in Teaching Hospitals: A Multi-dimensional Evaluation Study.

PubMed

Kazemi, Alireza; Rabiei, Reza; Moghaddasi, Hamid; Deimazar, Ghasem

2016-07-01

In hospitals, the pharmacy information system (PIS) is usually a sub-system of the hospital information system (HIS). The PIS supports the distribution and management of drugs, shows drug and medical device inventory, and facilitates preparing needed reports. In this study, pharmacy information systems implemented in general teaching hospitals affiliated to medical universities in Tehran (Iran) were evaluated using a multi-dimensional tool. This was an evaluation study conducted in 2015. To collect data, a checklist was developed by reviewing the relevant literature; this checklist included both general and specific criteria to evaluate pharmacy information systems. The checklist was then validated by medical informatics experts and pharmacists. The sample of the study included five PIS in general-teaching hospitals affiliated to three medical universities in Tehran (Iran). Data were collected using the checklist and through observing the systems. The findings were presented as tables. Five PIS were evaluated in the five general-teaching hospitals that had the highest bed numbers. The findings showed that the evaluated pharmacy information systems lacked some important general and specific criteria. Among the general evaluation criteria, it was found that only two of the PIS studied were capable of restricting repeated attempts made for unauthorized access to the systems. With respect to the specific evaluation criteria, no attention was paid to the patient safety aspect. The PIS studied were mainly designed to support financial tasks; little attention was paid to clinical and patient safety features.

Medical College of Georgia Fact Book 1978-79.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Georgia Medical Coll., Augusta.

The third edition of the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) fact book provides a chronicle of the year 1978-1979, reflecting data and events important to the institution. Sections include: general information/Augusta; general information/MCG; administration; budget and physical plant; library/learning resources; faculty; continuing education;…

Mands for Information Generalize across Establishing Operations

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Lechago, Sarah A.; Carr, James E.; Grow, Laura L.; Love, Jessa R.; Almason, Season M.

2010-01-01

The current study extends the literature on teaching mands for information by assessing whether mands generalize across different establishing operations (EOs). Three children with autism were taught to perform multiple behavior chains, 3 of which included a common response (e.g., "Where is the spoon?") used for different purposes. An…

IFLA General Conference, 1984. Special Libraries Division. Section on Science and Technology Libraries. Papers.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Papers on scientific/technical information and libraries presented at the 1984 IFLA general conference include: (1) "Library Ethics and the Special Library Network in Science and Technology" (Dieter Schmidmaier, East Germany); (2) "The Dissemination of Patent Information by Libraries: An Example Demonstrating the Necessity of…

40 CFR 63.11397 - What General Provisions apply to this subpart?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... Fibers Production Area Sources Other Requirements and Information § 63.11397 What General Provisions... vent system and control device, flare, or recovery device), fiber spinning line, AN storage tank..., your notification of compliance status required by § 63.9(h) must include the following information: (1...

40 CFR 63.11397 - What General Provisions apply to this subpart?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... Fibers Production Area Sources Other Requirements and Information § 63.11397 What General Provisions... vent system and control device, flare, or recovery device), fiber spinning line, AN storage tank..., your notification of compliance status required by § 63.9(h) must include the following information: (1...

77 FR 42764 - Certain Integrated Circuits, Chipsets, & Products Containing Same Including Televisions; Notice...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2012-07-20

..., imported by respondents MediaTek Inc. of Hsinchu City, Taiwan and Zoran Corporation of Sunnyvale, California. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Megan M. Valentine, Office of the General Counsel, U.S... 20436, telephone (202) 205-2000. General information concerning the Commission may also be obtained by...

Nebraska Speech, Debate, and Drama Manuals.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Nebraska School Activities Association, Lincoln.

Prepared and designed to provide general information in the administration of speech activities in the Nebraska schools, this manual offers rules and regulations for speech events, high school debate, and one act plays. The section on speech events includes information about general regulations, the scope of competition, district contests, the…

48 CFR 25.703-4 - Waiver.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-10-01

... Performance Information Retrieval System and the Federal Awardee Performance Information and Integrity System at www.ppirs.gov, and any other relevant information). (7) Information regarding the offeror's... agency head. (c) In general, all waiver requests should include the following information: (1) Agency...

48 CFR 25.703-4 - Waiver.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-10-01

... Performance Information Retrieval System and the Federal Awardee Performance Information and Integrity System at www.ppirs.gov, and any other relevant information). (7) Information regarding the offeror's... agency head. (c) In general, all waiver requests should include the following information: (1) Agency...

45 CFR 170.102 - Definitions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-10-01

... Welfare Department of Health and Human Services HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HEALTH INFORMATION... FOR HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY General Provisions § 170.102 Definitions. Link to an amendment... are used to test and certify that health information technology includes required capabilities...

Company Information on CD-ROM: From 10K to 5000+.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Littlejohn, Alice C.; Janousek, Kelly S.

1991-01-01

Evaluates six CD-ROM products for library users that provide information on companies: (1) CD/Corporate: U.S. Public Companies; (2) Compact D/SEC; (3) Compustat PC Plus Corporate Text; (4) General Business File; (5) Moody's 5000 Plus; and (6) Standard and Poor's Corporations. Information provided includes companies included, online database…

17 CFR 160.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-04-01

... privacy notices. 160.6 Section 160.6 Commodity and Securities Exchanges COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION UNDER TITLE V OF THE GRAMM-LEACH-BLILEY ACT Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 160.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The initial...

17 CFR 160.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-04-01

... privacy notices. 160.6 Section 160.6 Commodity and Securities Exchanges COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION (CONTINUED) PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION UNDER TITLE V OF THE GRAMM-LEACH-BLILEY ACT Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 160.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The...

17 CFR 160.6 - Information to be included in privacy notices.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-04-01

... privacy notices. 160.6 Section 160.6 Commodity and Securities Exchanges COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION PRIVACY OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL INFORMATION UNDER TITLE V OF THE GRAMM-LEACH-BLILEY ACT Privacy and Opt Out Notices § 160.6 Information to be included in privacy notices. (a) General rule. The initial...

30 CFR 780.22 - Geologic information.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-07-01

... the collection and analysis of such data is unnecessary because other equivalent information is... 30 Mineral Resources 3 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false Geologic information. 780.22 Section 780.22... Geologic information. (a) General. Each application shall include geologic information in sufficient detail...

Interventions to improve patient comprehension in informed consent for medical and surgical procedures: a systematic review.

PubMed

Schenker, Yael; Fernandez, Alicia; Sudore, Rebecca; Schillinger, Dean

2011-01-01

Patient understanding in clinical informed consent is often poor. Little is known about the effectiveness of interventions to improve comprehension or the extent to which such interventions address different elements of understanding in informed consent. . To systematically review communication interventions to improve patient comprehension in informed consent for medical and surgical procedures. Data Sources. A systematic literature search of English-language articles in MEDLINE (1949-2008) and EMBASE (1974-2008) was performed. In addition, a published bibliography of empirical research on informed consent and the reference lists of all eligible studies were reviewed. Study Selection. Randomized controlled trials and controlled trials with nonrandom allocation were included if they compared comprehension in informed consent for a medical or surgical procedure. Only studies that used a quantitative, objective measure of understanding were included. All studies addressed informed consent for a needed or recommended procedure in actual patients. Data Extraction. Reviewers independently extracted data using a standardized form. All results were compared, and disagreements were resolved by consensus. Data Synthesis. Forty-four studies were eligible. Intervention categories included written information, audiovisual/multimedia, extended discussions, and test/feedback techniques. The majority of studies assessed patient understanding of procedural risks; other elements included benefits, alternatives, and general knowledge about the procedure. Only 6 of 44 studies assessed all 4 elements of understanding. Interventions were generally effective in improving patient comprehension, especially regarding risks and general knowledge. Limitations. Many studies failed to include adequate description of the study population, and outcome measures varied widely. . A wide range of communication interventions improve comprehension in clinical informed consent. Decisions to enhance informed consent should consider the importance of different elements of understanding, beyond procedural risks, as well as feasibility and acceptability of the intervention to clinicians and patients. Conceptual clarity regarding the key elements of informed consent knowledge will help to focus improvements and standardize evaluations.

Interventions to Improve Patient Comprehension in Informed Consent for Medical and Surgical Procedures: A Systematic Review

PubMed Central

Schenker, Yael; Fernandez, Alicia; Sudore, Rebecca; Schillinger, Dean

2017-01-01

Background Patient understanding in clinical informed consent is often poor. Little is known about the effectiveness of interventions to improve comprehension or the extent to which such interventions address different elements of understanding in informed consent. Purpose To systematically review communication interventions to improve patient comprehension in informed consent for medical and surgical procedures. Data Sources A systematic literature search of English-language articles in MEDLINE (1949–2008) and EMBASE (1974–2008) was performed. In addition, a published bibliography of empirical research on informed consent and the reference lists of all eligible studies were reviewed. Study Selection Randomized controlled trials and controlled trials with non-random allocation were included if they compared comprehension in informed consent for a medical or surgical procedure. Only studies that used a quantitative, objective measure of understanding were included. All studies addressed informed consent for a needed or recommended procedure in actual patients. Data Extraction Reviewers independently extracted data using a standardized form. All results were compared, and disagreements were resolved by consensus. Data Synthesis Forty-four studies were eligible. Intervention categories included written information, audiovisual/multimedia, extended discussions, and test/feedback techniques. The majority of studies assessed patient understanding of procedural risks; other elements included benefits, alternatives, and general knowledge about the procedure. Only 6 of 44 studies assessed all 4 elements of understanding. Interventions were generally effective in improving patient comprehension, especially regarding risks and general knowledge. Limitations Many studies failed to include adequate description of the study population, and outcome measures varied widely. Conclusions A wide range of communication interventions improve comprehension in clinical informed consent. Decisions to enhance informed consent should consider the importance of different elements of understanding, beyond procedural risks, as well as feasibility and acceptability of the intervention to clinicians and patients. Conceptual clarity regarding the key elements of informed consent knowledge will help to focus improvements and standardize evaluations. PMID:20357225

General Achievement Trends: Alabama

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Center on Education Policy, 2009

2009-01-01

This general achievement trends profile includes information that the Center on Education Policy (CEP) and the Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) obtained from states from fall 2008 through April 2009. Included herein are: (1) Bullet points summarizing key findings about achievement trends in that state at three performance…

78 FR 63972 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Student Assistance General Provisions

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2013-10-25

... Student Assistance General Provisions establish the standards to participate in the student financial aid... the regulations also establishes required information that must be provided to students, the financial... 668.23 and 668.24 that previously were included in OMB Collection Number 1845-0038 to correct an error...

Correlation Immunity, Avalanche Features, and Other Cryptographic Properties of Generalized Boolean Functions

DTIC Science & Technology

2017-09-01

information is estimated to average 1 hour per response, including the time for reviewing instruction, searching existing data sources, gathering and...maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information . Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect...of this collection of information , including suggestions for reducing this burden to Washington headquarters Services, Directorate for Information

46 CFR 503.52 - Senior agency official.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

... 46 Shipping 9 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Senior agency official. 503.52 Section 503.52 Shipping FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS PUBLIC INFORMATION Information Security...'s information security program, which includes oversight (self-inspection) and security information...

76 FR 34886 - General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation; Implementation of Information Technology...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2011-06-15

... Acquisition Regulation; Implementation of Information Technology Security Provision AGENCY: Office of... information technology (IT) supplies, services and systems with security requirements. DATES: Effective Date... effective date that include information technology (IT) supplies, services and systems with security...

General Achievement Trends: New Hampshire

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Center on Education Policy, 2009

2009-01-01

This general achievement trends profile includes information that the Center on Education Policy (CEP) and the Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) obtained from states from fall 2008 through April 2009. Included herein are: (1) Bullet points summarizing key findings about achievement trends in that state at three performance…

Higher Education Finance Manual: Volume 1. Data Providers' Guide.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Collier, Douglas J.; Allen, Richard H.

This data providers' guide, the first volume of the revised "Higher Education Finance Manual," comprehensively describes national financial reporting standards, including those prescribed for the Higher Education General Information Survey (HEGIS) reports, and includes the information needed to comply with those standards. General…

Safety Precautions for Science.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Folks, John; And Others

Safety information is discussed and outlined in this guide. Areas include: (1) general laboratory safety rules; (2) general rules and guidelines for animals in the elementary classroom; (3) general guidelines for the physical sciences; (4) general rules for using animals in investigations, with specifics on the care and handling of mammals,…

Physiological measures and mental-state assessment

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Stern, John A.

1988-01-01

General considerations regarding monitoring of operators for alertness are discussed, including who should be monitored and what information should be collected. Measures that have been used to ascertain more general and persistent states of alertness are outlined, including cardiac activity, peripheral vascular activity, skin conductance, electroencephalography, pupillography, oculomotor activity, and body movements.

Insect Pests of Shade Trees and Shrubs: A Guide for Commercial Nurserymen and Arborists. Publication E-41.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Schuder, Donald L.

This guide presents information on controlling insect pests of ornamental trees and shrubs. It is organized for easy reference by nurserymen, arborists, and others desirous of controlling insect damage. General information given includes notes on spraying and sprayers, insecticides, general purpose sprays, phytotoxicity, and health precautions.…

Federal Information: Foundation for National Competitiveness.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Clark, Joseph E.; And Others

1988-01-01

Seven papers address issues related to the dissemination of federal information to the private sector. General topics addressed include the impact of federal information policy on the flow of scientific and technical information (STI), business needs for STI, and the role of the National Technical Information Service. (13 references) (MES)

A study of general aviation accidents involving children in 2011.

PubMed

Poland, Kristin M; Marshall, Nora M

2014-08-01

General aviation accidents involving children are rare, but when they do happen, little is known about the children involved, including their age, restraint status, and injuries. This lack of information is due to the fact that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) did not always collect detailed data about passengers involved in accidents. Consequently, in 2011, NTSB investigators collected detailed information on children involved in general aviation accidents and this report provides a summary of the outcomes. During 2011, 19 general aviation accidents and incidents included 39 children who were 14 yr old and younger. In total, 26 children sustained fatal injuries, 2 sustained serious injuries, 5 sustained minor injuries, and 6 sustained no injuries. All of the children less than 2 yr old were restrained in a child restraint system and sustained no injuries in the accidents. At least one 4-yr-old child would have benefited from being restrained in a child restraint system. In addition, in two accidents, it was determined that children were likely sharing a single seat belt. This year-long data collection regarding children involved in general aviation accidents provided substantial information concerning age, restraint status, and injuries. In response to issues identified, the NTSB made improvements to its aviation data management system to routinely collect this information for future investigations and enable subsequent evaluation of the data regarding child passengers involved in general aviation accidents over the long term.

17 CFR 230.408 - Additional information.

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2013-04-01

... 17 Commodity and Securities Exchanges 2 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Additional information. 230... RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 General Requirements § 230.408 Additional information. (a) In addition to the information expressly required to be included in a registration statement, there...

Neglected Issues and Possible Strategies for the Iraqi Economy After the 2003 Invasion

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2008-12-01

7 F . GENERAL FRAMEWORK...22 F . THREE NEGLECTED PROBLEMATIC ISSUES............................... 24 1. The Informal Economy...Ibid., 73. 11 F . GENERAL FRAMEWORK Today, the general situation in Iraq is uncertain in every facet of life, including the economic, social

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TCARE: Tailored Caregiver Assessment and Referral

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Montgomery, Rhonda; Kwak, Jung

2008-01-01

Care managers, including nurses and social workers, often lack information that would help them more effectively target services to caregivers' needs. Useful information includes the type of services that will be most helpful for caregivers and the best time to start using these services. Generally, caregivers are simply told what services they…

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Interactive Kiosk at the Texas Tech University Libraries

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Litsey, Ryan; Hidalgo, Susan; Daniel, Kaley; Barnett, Julie; Kim, Amy; Jones, Shannon; Ketner, Kenny

2015-01-01

The academic library, given its often privileged position on campus, is the information source that can include directional as well as general campus facts among the myriad of print and e-resources for reference. Also, an academic library's audiences can be quite varied and include prospective students or parents seeking more general knowledge of…

Failure Rates for Fiber Optic Assemblies

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1980-10-01

Information Service (NTIS). At NTIS it will be releasable to the general public, including foreign nations. RADC-TR-80-322 has been reviewed and is...Literature sources searched (in addition to the RAC automated library information retrieval system) include the National Technical Information Service (NTIS...Proceedings 1976, 26th Electronic Components Conference. Price, S.J., et al. FOR RELIABLE SERVICE ENVIRONMENT PERFORMANCE, ENCAPSULATED LEDS WITH CLEAR

Guidelines for computer security in general practice.

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Schattner, Peter; Pleteshner, Catherine; Bhend, Heinz; Brouns, Johan

2007-01-01

As general practice becomes increasingly computerised, data security becomes increasingly important for both patient health and the efficient operation of the practice. To develop guidelines for computer security in general practice based on a literature review, an analysis of available information on current practice and a series of key stakeholder interviews. While the guideline was produced in the context of Australian general practice, we have developed a template that is also relevant for other countries. Current data on computer security measures was sought from Australian divisions of general practice. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with general practitioners (GPs), the medical software industry, senior managers within government responsible for health IT (information technology) initiatives, technical IT experts, divisions of general practice and a member of a health information consumer group. The respondents were asked to assess both the likelihood and the consequences of potential risks in computer security being breached. The study suggested that the most important computer security issues in general practice were: the need for a nominated IT security coordinator; having written IT policies, including a practice disaster recovery plan; controlling access to different levels of electronic data; doing and testing backups; protecting against viruses and other malicious codes; installing firewalls; undertaking routine maintenance of hardware and software; and securing electronic communication, for example via encryption. This information led to the production of computer security guidelines, including a one-page summary checklist, which were subsequently distributed to all GPs in Australia. This paper maps out a process for developing computer security guidelines for general practice. The specific content will vary in different countries according to their levels of adoption of IT, and cultural, technical and other health service factors. Making these guidelines relevant to local contexts should help maximise their uptake.

Using attachment theory to inform the design and delivery of mental health services: a systematic review of the literature.

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Bucci, Sandra; Roberts, Nicola H; Danquah, Adam N; Berry, Katherine

2015-03-01

The aim of this review was to propose and describe the design and delivery of an attachment-informed general mental health service. We systematically searched the PsycINFO, MEDLINE, Web of Knowledge, COPAC, CINAHL, and Science Direct databases from 1960 to 2013. We also searched reference lists of relevant papers and directly contacted authors in the field. Literature describing attachment theory and its applicability in designing and delivering general mental health services was synthesized using thematic analysis. Papers published in English, books or chapters in edited books that described applying attachment theory in designing and delivering mental health services for adults and adolescents were included in the review. Of the 1,105 articles identified, 14 met inclusion criteria for the review. Eight key themes, and four subthemes, were extracted and organized to reflect the experience of a service user moving through the mental health system. Key themes extracted were as follows: service policy and evaluation; referrals; assessment and formulation; intervention; support for staff; support for carers; moving on; and potential service benefits. Papers reviewed suggested that service users with severe mental health problems have attachment needs that should be met in general mental health services. Attachment theory provides a useful framework to inform the design and delivery of general mental health services. The resource implications for services are discussed, as are limitations of the review and recommendations for future research. Attachment theory should be used to inform the design and delivery of general mental health services. Mental health services should evaluate the extent to which they meet service users' attachment needs. Attachment-informed mental health services should assess outcomes, including cost-effectiveness over time. Papers included in this review focus on long-stay residential care or secure services and there is a limited experimental evidence base to show that providing an attachment-informed service improves patient outcomes. © 2014 The British Psychological Society.

General Business for Economic Awareness. Curriculum Guide.

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District of Columbia Public Schools, Washington, DC. Dept. of Career Development.

Designed to assist secondary teachers of general business courses, this guide suggests student objectives, content, and activities as a point of departure for teaching general business particularly, as it relates to economic awareness. Eleven instructional units are included: Business All Around Us; Finding Information; Career Exploration; Money;…

Thermal APU/hydraulics analysis program. User's guide and programmer's manual

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Deluna, T. A.

1976-01-01

The User's Guide information plus program description necessary to run and have a general understanding of the Thermal APU/Hydraulics Analysis Program (TAHAP) is described. This information consists of general descriptions of the APU/hydraulic system and the TAHAP model, input and output data descriptions, and specific subroutine requirements. Deck setups and input data formats are included and other necessary and/or helpful information for using TAHAP is given. The math model descriptions for the driver program and each of its supporting subroutines are outlined.

48 CFR 1804.470-1 - Scope.

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48 CFR 1804.470-1 - Scope.

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University Urban Programs. 1991 Edition.

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Motschall, Melissa M., Ed.; Lobsiger, Amy J., Ed.

This directory provides detailed information on 64 university urban programs across the nation and Canada. The descriptions are organized according to state, and each includes information on the following topics: (1) general program information (program head, establishment date, organization description, current funding source, and distribution of…

Einstein's Universe.

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Carlson, Eric; Wald, Robert

1979-01-01

Presents a guide to be used by students and teachers in conjunction with a television program about Einstein. Provides general information about special and general relativity, and the universe. Includes questions for discussion after each section and a bibliography. (MA)

1974 State Education Legislation and Activity: General Governance and Administration. A survey of the States. Research Brief, Vol. 3, No. 5.

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Hayas, Denise Kale; Ross, Doris M.

This report, fifth in a series, is a collection of information on 1974 state education legislation and activity. The raw data information, rapidly processed for early release, includes 700 legislative items related to general governance and administration of elementary and secondary schools. The legislation from all 50 states reported has been…

Data user's notes of the radio astronomy experiment aboard the OGO-V spacecraft

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Haddock, F. T.; Breckenridge, S. L.

1970-01-01

General information concerning the low-frequency radiometer, instrument package launching and operation, and scientific objectives of the flight are provided. Calibration curves and correction factors, with general and detailed information on the preflight calibration procedure are included. The data acquisition methods and the format of the data reduction, both on 35 mm film and on incremental computer plots, are described.

Towards a General Theory of Counterdeception

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2015-02-20

AFRL-OSR-VA-TR-2015-0067 TOWARDS A GENERAL THEORY OF COUNTERDECEPTION Scott Craver RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK THE Final...reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 1 hour per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching...existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information . Send comments regarding

School Interventions To Prevent Youth Suicide. Technical Assistance Sampler.

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California Univ., Los Angeles. Center for Mental Health in Schools.

This guide lists information and resources concerning school interventions to prevent youth suicide. Part 1 includes articles related to youth suicide, depression, and violence, along with a listing of basic facts, statistics, and myths about suicide. A general model of youth suicide is included followed by information on prevention. Part 2…

Biographical Sources in Science and Technology, Engineering Reference Books, and General Sources for Financial Ratios and Operating Ratios. Bibliographic Series No. 12.

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Ahrens, Joan

The selected information sources held by the Arkansas University library which are listed include such general sources as Moody's and Standard and Poor's publications and bibliographies for financial and operating ratios. Reference books for engineering published between 1965-1976 include handbooks, dictionaries, manuals, encyclopedias,…

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...: Including: (1) Hazard information Meteorology, oceanography, sediment transport, geology, and shallow...: (1) Hazard information Meteorology, oceanography, sediment transport, geology, and shallow geological...

An Energy Resource List.

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VocEd, 1979

1979-01-01

Selected energy resource information, from both federal and private sources, is listed under funding, general information and assistance, recycling, solar, transportation, utilities, and wind power. Books, pamphlets, films, journals, newsletters, and other materials are included. (MF)

Certification of Compliance Audit Checklist for Hazardous Waste Containment Buildings

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

Example of a Certification of Compliance Audit Checklist General Information: Containment Buildings, which includes a fillable table with areas to list requirements, federal regulations, descriptions, locations of information, and criteria met.

A General Algorithm for Reusing Krylov Subspace Information. I. Unsteady Navier-Stokes

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Carpenter, Mark H.; Vuik, C.; Lucas, Peter; vanGijzen, Martin; Bijl, Hester

2010-01-01

A general algorithm is developed that reuses available information to accelerate the iterative convergence of linear systems with multiple right-hand sides A x = b (sup i), which are commonly encountered in steady or unsteady simulations of nonlinear equations. The algorithm is based on the classical GMRES algorithm with eigenvector enrichment but also includes a Galerkin projection preprocessing step and several novel Krylov subspace reuse strategies. The new approach is applied to a set of test problems, including an unsteady turbulent airfoil, and is shown in some cases to provide significant improvement in computational efficiency relative to baseline approaches.

Introduction to geospatial semantics and technology workshop handbook

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Varanka, Dalia E.

2012-01-01

The workshop is a tutorial on introductory geospatial semantics with hands-on exercises using standard Web browsers. The workshop is divided into two sections, general semantics on the Web and specific examples of geospatial semantics using data from The National Map of the U.S. Geological Survey and the Open Ontology Repository. The general semantics section includes information and access to publicly available semantic archives. The specific session includes information on geospatial semantics with access to semantically enhanced data for hydrography, transportation, boundaries, and names. The Open Ontology Repository offers open-source ontologies for public use.

General practice and the provision of information and services for physically disabled people aged 16 to 65 years.

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Chesson, R A; Sutherland, A M

1992-01-01

The study reported here was part of a larger survey investigating the nature and extent of disability in the Grampian region. Interviews with 212 people aged between 16 and 65 years who had a wide range of physical disabilities elicited perceptions of current and past service provision. Respondents expressed a strong need for information on disability services and reported difficulty in knowing whom to approach for this. General practitioners were the most commonly reported source of such information and low usage of the Department of Social Security, social work departments and voluntary organizations was identified. No significant relationship was found between degree of disability and frequency of consultation with a general practitioner. However, the more severe the disability the more likely it was that the general practitioner initiated contact rather than the patient. Although in general those interviewed were satisfied with medical information given regarding their diagnosis, they were more critical of information provided in relation to coping with the disorder, including that concerning benefits and services. The study confirmed the pivotal role of the general practitioner in the care of physically disabled people in the community aged between 16 and 65 years. The need to re-evaluate the role of the general practitioner in the provision of information and services is discussed. PMID:1472395

48 CFR 639.107-70 - DOSAR solicitation provision and contract clause.

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2010-10-01

... DEPARTMENT OF STATE SPECIAL CATEGORIES OF CONTRACTING ACQUISITION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY General 639.107... provision at 652.239-70, Information Technology Security Plan and Accreditation, in solicitations that include information technology resources or services in which the contractor will have physical or...

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Relationship between Internet use and general belief in a just world among Chinese retirees.

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Zhang, Zhen; Zhang, Jianxin; Zhu, Tingshao

2013-07-01

As an emerging medium for acquiring information, the Internet might affect how users, including older adults, view or think about the world around them. Using data from a survey of retirees aged 50 years and above (N=12,309) in China, the present study examined the relationship between Internet use for acquiring information about the world and general belief in a just world (GBJW). The results indicated that Internet use primarily for obtaining news information was negatively related to GBJW. Specifically, Internet users had lower levels of GBJW than nonusers; the more time retirees spent visiting Web sites to acquire news information, the less likely they were to believe that the world is just. In addition, compared with retirees who had acquired information about the world through other means (including books, newspapers or magazines, radio and television, and direct communication with other people), those who had acquired information primarily using the Internet showed lower levels of GBJW. The significance and limitations of the current study are discussed.

General practice research: attitudes and involvement of Queensland general practitioners.

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Askew, Deborah A; Clavarino, Alexandra M; Glasziou, Paul P; Del Mar, Christopher B

2002-07-15

To determine general practitioners' (GPs') attitudes towards and involvement in general practice research. Postal survey and semi-structured interviews conducted from May to September 2001. 467 of 631 GPs in four Queensland Divisions of General Practice responded to the survey (74% response rate); 18 selected GPs were interviewed. Survey - attitudes to research; access to information resources; and involvement in research. Interviews - the need for general practice research; barriers against and factors enabling greater participation in research. 389/463 (84%) GPs, especially younger and more recent graduates, had positive attitudes to research, but only 29% wanted more involvement. 223/462 (48%) were aware they had access to MEDLINE, although presumably all those with Internet access (89%) would have free access via PubMed. Barriers included the general practice environment (especially fee-for-service funding), and the culture of general practice. Enabling factors included academic mentors; opportunities to participate in reputable, established research activities relevant to general practice; and access to information resources. Although Australian general practice has a weak research culture, about a third of GPs would like to increase their involvement in research. However, the research must be perceived as relevant, and structured to minimise the inherent barriers in the environment and culture of general practice.

47 CFR 0.457 - Records not routinely available for public inspection.

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2010-10-01

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47 CFR 0.457 - Records not routinely available for public inspection.

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2013-10-01

... ORGANIZATION General Information Public Information and Inspection of Records § 0.457 Records not routinely... of records by category is not intended to imply the contrary but is solely for the information and... information will not be made available for public inspection, including materials classified under E.O. 10450...

Approaches to Streamline Air Permitting for Combined Heat and Power: Permits by Rule and General Permits

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This factsheet provides information about permit by rule (PBR) and general permit (GP) processes, including the factors that contributed to their development and lessons learned from their implementation.

General Aviation in Nebraska: Nebraska SATS Project Background Paper No. 1

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Smith, Russell; Wachal, Jocelyn

2000-01-01

The Nebraska SATS project is a state-level component of NASA's Small Aircraft Transportation System (SATS). During the next several years the project will examine several different factors affecting SATS implementation in Nebraska. These include economic and taxation issues, public policy issues, airport planning processes, information dissemination strategies, and systemic change factors. This background paper profiles the general aviation system in Nebraska. It is written to provide information about the "context" within which SATS will be pursued. The primary focus is thus on describing and providing background information about the current situation. A secondary focus is on drawing general conclusions about the ability of the current system to incorporate the types of changes implied by SATS. First, some brief information on the U.S. aviation system is provided. The next two sections profile the current general aviation aircraft and pilot base. Nebraska's system of general aviation airports is then described. Within this section of the paper, information is provided on the different types of general aviation airports in Nebraska, airport activity levels and current infrastructure. The fourth major section of the background paper looks at Nebraska's local airport authorities. These special purpose local governments oversee the majority of the general aviation airports in the state. Among the items examined are total expenditures, capital expenditures and planning activities. Next, the paper provides background information on the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics (NDA) and recent Federal funding for general aviation in Nebraska. The final section presents summary conclusions.

Generalization of Entropy Based Divergence Measures for Symbolic Sequence Analysis

PubMed Central

Ré, Miguel A.; Azad, Rajeev K.

2014-01-01

Entropy based measures have been frequently used in symbolic sequence analysis. A symmetrized and smoothed form of Kullback-Leibler divergence or relative entropy, the Jensen-Shannon divergence (JSD), is of particular interest because of its sharing properties with families of other divergence measures and its interpretability in different domains including statistical physics, information theory and mathematical statistics. The uniqueness and versatility of this measure arise because of a number of attributes including generalization to any number of probability distributions and association of weights to the distributions. Furthermore, its entropic formulation allows its generalization in different statistical frameworks, such as, non-extensive Tsallis statistics and higher order Markovian statistics. We revisit these generalizations and propose a new generalization of JSD in the integrated Tsallis and Markovian statistical framework. We show that this generalization can be interpreted in terms of mutual information. We also investigate the performance of different JSD generalizations in deconstructing chimeric DNA sequences assembled from bacterial genomes including that of E. coli, S. enterica typhi, Y. pestis and H. influenzae. Our results show that the JSD generalizations bring in more pronounced improvements when the sequences being compared are from phylogenetically proximal organisms, which are often difficult to distinguish because of their compositional similarity. While small but noticeable improvements were observed with the Tsallis statistical JSD generalization, relatively large improvements were observed with the Markovian generalization. In contrast, the proposed Tsallis-Markovian generalization yielded more pronounced improvements relative to the Tsallis and Markovian generalizations, specifically when the sequences being compared arose from phylogenetically proximal organisms. PMID:24728338

Generalization of entropy based divergence measures for symbolic sequence analysis.

PubMed

Ré, Miguel A; Azad, Rajeev K

2014-01-01

Entropy based measures have been frequently used in symbolic sequence analysis. A symmetrized and smoothed form of Kullback-Leibler divergence or relative entropy, the Jensen-Shannon divergence (JSD), is of particular interest because of its sharing properties with families of other divergence measures and its interpretability in different domains including statistical physics, information theory and mathematical statistics. The uniqueness and versatility of this measure arise because of a number of attributes including generalization to any number of probability distributions and association of weights to the distributions. Furthermore, its entropic formulation allows its generalization in different statistical frameworks, such as, non-extensive Tsallis statistics and higher order Markovian statistics. We revisit these generalizations and propose a new generalization of JSD in the integrated Tsallis and Markovian statistical framework. We show that this generalization can be interpreted in terms of mutual information. We also investigate the performance of different JSD generalizations in deconstructing chimeric DNA sequences assembled from bacterial genomes including that of E. coli, S. enterica typhi, Y. pestis and H. influenzae. Our results show that the JSD generalizations bring in more pronounced improvements when the sequences being compared are from phylogenetically proximal organisms, which are often difficult to distinguish because of their compositional similarity. While small but noticeable improvements were observed with the Tsallis statistical JSD generalization, relatively large improvements were observed with the Markovian generalization. In contrast, the proposed Tsallis-Markovian generalization yielded more pronounced improvements relative to the Tsallis and Markovian generalizations, specifically when the sequences being compared arose from phylogenetically proximal organisms.

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ANALYSIS OF INFORMATION CONTENT AND GENERAL QUALITY OF OBESITY AND EATING DISORDERS WEBSITES.

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Hernández-Morante, Juan José; Jiménez-Rodríguez, Diana; Cañavate, Rubén; Conesa-Fuentes, María del Carmen

2015-08-01

nowadays, the Internet is increasingly used by providers as a source of information for eating disorder health issues. However, health information on the Internet remains unregulated and varies in quality, accuracy and readability. the objective of this study was to determine both general and information quality of eating disorder websites, including obesity websites. three key terms (obesity, anorexia and bulimia) were entered into the Google search engine. Websites were assessed using two tests (HonCode certification and Bermudez-Tamayo et al. test) to analyze overall quality, and a third test (DISCERN test) to analyze specifically information quality. there were no significant differences regarding overall quality among the different pathologies studied (p = 0.197), although anorexia websites tended to obtain lower quality scores. Furthermore, all evaluated websites showed significant deficiencies regarding information quality (p = 0.032). Nevertheless, obesity websites showed a significant higher information quality than anorexia websites. the overall quality of eating disorders websites is moderate, but the information quality that they contain is fairly poor. Remarkably, anorexia nervosa websites showed both the lower information and general quality, while bulimia websites showed a higher general quality and obesity websites presented the most reliable information. Copyright AULA MEDICA EDICIONES 2014. Published by AULA MEDICA. All rights reserved.

Pediatric information seeking behaviour, information needs, and information preferences of health care professionals in general emergency departments: Results from the Translating Emergency Knowledge for Kids (TREKK) Needs Assessment.

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Scott, Shannon D; Albrecht, Lauren; Given, Lisa M; Hartling, Lisa; Johnson, David W; Jabbour, Mona; Klassen, Terry P

2018-01-01

The majority of children requiring emergency care are treated in general emergency departments (EDs) with variable levels of pediatric care expertise. The goal of the Translating Emergency Knowledge for Kids (TREKK) initiative is to implement the latest research in pediatric emergency medicine in general EDs to reduce clinical variation. To determine national pediatric information needs, seeking behaviours, and preferences of health care professionals working in general EDs. An electronic cross-sectional survey was conducted with health care professionals in 32 Canadian general EDs. Data were collected in the EDs using the iPad and in-person data collectors. Total of 1,471 surveys were completed (57.1% response rate). Health care professionals sought information on children's health care by talking to colleagues (n=1,208, 82.1%), visiting specific medical/health websites (n=994, 67.7%), and professional development opportunities (n=941, 64.4%). Preferred child health resources included protocols and accepted treatments for common conditions (n=969, 68%), clinical pathways and practice guidelines (n=951, 66%), and evidence-based information on new diagnoses and treatments (n=866, 61%). Additional pediatric clinical information is needed about multisystem trauma (n=693, 49%), severe head injury (n=615, 43%), and meningitis (n=559, 39%). Health care professionals preferred to receive child health information through professional development opportunities (n=1,131, 80%) and printed summaries (n=885, 63%). By understanding health care professionals' information seeking behaviour, information needs, and information preferences, knowledge synthesis and knowledge translation initiatives can be targeted to improve pediatric emergency care. The findings from this study will inform the following two phases of the TREKK initiative to bridge the research-practice gap in Canadian general EDs.

Representation and Exchange of Knowledge as a Basis of Information Processes. Proceedings of the International Research Forum in Information Science (5th, Heidelberg, West Germany, September 5-7, 1983).

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Dietschmann, Hans, Ed.

This 22-paper collection addresses a variety of issues related to representation and transfer of knowledge. Individual papers include an explanation of the usefulness of general scientific models versus case-specific approaches and a discussion of different empirical approaches to the general problem of knowledge representation for information…

General Information Packet on Learning Disabilities.

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National Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc., New York, NY.

This information packet provides an overview of learning disabilities. Information includes the following: (1) the definition of learning disability; (2) incidence of learning disabilities; (3) criteria used to decide whether a person has a learning disability; (4) common causes of learning disabilities; (5) the importance of early identification;…

Creating a State-Wide Virtual Health Library: The Michigan Experience.

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Brenneise, Harvey

The AccessMichigan Electronic Community Health Information Initiative (AMECHII) is a response to a recommendation of the Michigan Information Technology Commission Report recommending improved access to high-quality health care information for all Michigan stakeholders. This project is multi-type, including public, general academic, academic…

The Solar Age: Biofuels Information Directory.

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Solar Age, 1980

1980-01-01

This directory is intended as a guide to organizations, publications, and other information concerning biomass fuels. Major sections of the directory include: (1) Organizations and Publications (General); (2) Overview (generic information on biomass fuels); (3) Thermal Conversion; (4) Gaseous Fuels; and (5) Alcohol Fuels. Each entry in the…

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2012-06-07

... information collection request will primarily cover descriptive information gathered from education and... programs. The collections will generally include three categories of descriptive data: (1) Staff and..., a census rather than sampling design typically is necessary. At the individual project level funding...

New York State Educational Information System (NYSEIS) Systems Design. Volume I, Phase II. Final Report.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Price Waterhouse and Co., New York, NY.

This volume on Phase II of the New York State Educational Information System (NYSEIS) describes the Gross Systems Analysis and Design, which includes the general flow diagram and processing chart for each of the student, personnel, and financial subsystems. Volume II, Functional Specifications, includes input/output requirements and file…

Asymmetric information and economics

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Frieden, B. Roy; Hawkins, Raymond J.

2010-01-01

We present an expression of the economic concept of asymmetric information with which it is possible to derive the dynamical laws of an economy. To illustrate the utility of this approach we show how the assumption of optimal information flow leads to a general class of investment strategies including the well-known Q theory of Tobin. Novel consequences of this formalism include a natural definition of market efficiency and an uncertainty principle relating capital stock and investment flow.

Research and Development in the Computer and Information Sciences. Volume 1, Information Acquisition, Sensing, and Input: A Selective Literature Review.

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Stevens, Mary Elizabeth

The series, of which this is the initial report, is intended to give a selective overview of research and development efforts and requirements in the computer and information sciences. The operations of information acquisition, sensing, and input to information processing systems are considered in generalized terms. Specific topics include but are…

University Libraries and Other General Research Libraries Section. General Research Libraries Division. Papers.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Papers on network activity among university and other general research libraries and information centers presented at the 1982 International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) conference include: (1) "The Principles of the Relationship Between National and University Library Collections as a Basis for a Network" by K. W. Humphreys (United…

Web-Based Interventions to Improve Mental Health, General Caregiving Outcomes, and General Health for Informal Caregivers of Adults With Chronic Conditions Living in the Community: Rapid Evidence Review.

PubMed

Ploeg, Jenny; Markle-Reid, Maureen; Valaitis, Ruta; McAiney, Carrie; Duggleby, Wendy; Bartholomew, Amy; Sherifali, Diana

2017-07-28

Most adults with chronic conditions live at home and rely on informal caregivers to provide support. Caregiving can result in negative impacts such as poor mental and physical health. eHealth interventions may offer effective and accessible ways to provide education and support to informal caregivers. However, we know little about the impact of Web-based interventions for informal caregivers of community-dwelling adults with chronic conditions. The purpose of this rapid evidence review was to assess the impact of Web-based interventions on mental health, general caregiving outcomes, and general health for informal caregivers of persons with chronic conditions living in the community. A rapid evidence review of the current literature was employed to address the study purpose. EMBASE, MEDLINE, PsychInfo, CINAHL, Cochrane, and Ageline were searched covering all studies published from January 1995 to July 2016. Papers were included if they (1) included a Web-based modality to deliver an intervention; (2) included informal, unpaid adult caregivers of community-living adults with a chronic condition; (3) were either a randomized controlled trial (RCT) or controlled clinical trial (CCT); and (4) reported on any caregiver outcome as a result of use or exposure to the intervention. A total of 20 papers (17 studies) were included in this review. Study findings were mixed with both statistically significant and nonsignificant findings on various caregiver outcomes. Of the 17 included studies, 10 had at least one significant outcome. The most commonly assessed outcome was mental health, which included depressive symptoms, stress or distress, and anxiety. Twelve papers examined the impact of interventions on the outcome of depressive symptoms; 4 found a significant decrease in depressive symptoms. Eight studies examined the outcome of stress or distress; 4 of these found a significant reduction in stress or distress as a result of the intervention. Three studies examined the outcome of anxiety; 2 of these found significant reductions in anxiety. Other significant results of the interventions were seen in the outcomes of caregiver gain (ie, positive aspects of caregiving), knowledge, bonding, reduction of anger-hostility, and negative mood. Based on this review, it is not possible to determine which interventions were most effective since studies differed in their design, sample, and intervention. Study results suggest that Web-based interventions may result in reduced depressive symptoms, anxiety, and stress or distress among informal caregivers of adults with chronic conditions in the community. This is the first review assessing the impact of Web-based technologies on mental health, general caregiving outcomes, and general health for caregivers of adults with chronic conditions living in the community. Further rigorous research is needed that includes adequately powered studies examining the critical components of the intervention and the dosage needed to have an effect. ©Jenny Ploeg, Maureen Markle-Reid, Ruta Valaitis, Carrie McAiney, Wendy Duggleby, Amy Bartholomew, Diana Sherifali. Originally published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research (http://www.jmir.org), 28.07.2017.

Information processing of earth resources data

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Zobrist, A. L.; Bryant, N. A.

1982-01-01

Current trends in the use of remotely sensed data include integration of multiple data sources of various formats and use of complex models. These trends have placed a strain on information processing systems because an enormous number of capabilities are needed to perform a single application. A solution to this problem is to create a general set of capabilities which can perform a wide variety of applications. General capabilities for the Image-Based Information System (IBIS) are outlined in this report. They are then cross-referenced for a set of applications performed at JPL.

Exposure of the general population to gasoline.

PubMed Central

Akland, G G

1993-01-01

This paper summarizes the currently available information on gasoline exposure to the general population. In general, the largest contribution to the time weighted exposures results from exposures while indoors, which are influenced by the outside air, indoor sources, and attached garages. Personal activities, including refueling and commuting, contribute significantly higher exposures but last for only a small portion of the 24-hr time weighted average. The highest exposed group includes those individuals living near large service stations and those with contaminated water supplies. PMID:8020446

Informed Consent in Research with Children: A Piagetian Approach.

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Nichols, Irene A.; Shauffer, Carole B.

The ethical codes for experimentation adopted by most professional organizations include references to the requirement that subjects be given at least minimal information about their involvement in research, but are generally silent on the necessity of ascertaining whether or not subjects sufficiently comprehend the information given. For moral,…

76 FR 1037 - Disclosures Regarding Energy Consumption and Water Use of Certain Home Appliances and Other...

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2011-01-06

... accurate energy information because of design changes will violate 16 CFR 305.4. 2. Comparative Information Background: Under EPCA, the Commission may require disclosure of comparative energy consumption information... meet the [ENERGY STAR 3.0] spec.''). Comments: Commenters generally favored including comparative...

15 CFR 971.202 - Statement of technological experience and capabilities.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-01-01

...) General. The application must contain information sufficient to demonstrate to the Administrator pursuant... program set out in the applicant's commercial recovery plan. (b) Specific. In particular, the information... possesses, or to which it can demonstrate access [see § 971.200(e)]. The information must include: (1) A...

15 CFR 971.202 - Statement of technological experience and capabilities.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-01-01

...) General. The application must contain information sufficient to demonstrate to the Administrator pursuant... program set out in the applicant's commercial recovery plan. (b) Specific. In particular, the information... possesses, or to which it can demonstrate access [see § 971.200(e)]. The information must include: (1) A...

A Model for Teaching Information Design

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Pettersson, Rune

2011-01-01

The author presents his views on the teaching of information design. The starting point includes some general aspects of teaching and learning. The multidisciplinary structure and content of information design as well as the combined practical and theoretical components influence studies of the discipline. Experiences from working with a model for…

Energy Education Resources: Kindergarten through 12th Grade.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Energy Information Administration (DOE), Washington, DC.

This guide is published by the National Energy Information Center (NEIC), a service of the Energy Information Administration (EIA), with the goal of providing students, educators, and other information users a list of generally available free or low-cost energy-related educational materials. Each entry includes the address, telephone number, and…

Assessment of a Library Science Program Specializing in Chemical Information.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Wiggins, Gary; Monnier, Cynthia

1994-01-01

Reports on a survey of Indiana University Master in Library Science (M.L.S.)-Chemical Information Specialist program graduates. Information includes graduates' educational background; the nature of first jobs and current positions held; and databases most frequently used. Graduates generally favored more training in computer skills, patent…

Designing Better Graphs by Including Distributional Information and Integrating Words, Numbers, and Images

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Lane, David M.; Sandor, Aniko

2009-01-01

Statistical graphs are commonly used in scientific publications. Unfortunately, graphs in psychology journals rarely portray distributional information beyond central tendency, and few graphs portray inferential statistics. Moreover, those that do portray inferential information generally do not portray it in a way that is useful for interpreting…

76 FR 20996 - Agency Information Collection Activities: Extension of an Existing Information Collection...

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2011-04-14

...-training institution, to include approved private elementary and secondary schools and public secondary..., mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g... directs the Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Education...

76 FR 76434 - Certain Integrated Circuits, Chipsets, and Products Containing Same Including Televisions...

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2011-12-07

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Reshaping the Enterprise through an Information Architecture and Process Reengineering.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Laudato, Nicholas C.; DeSantis, Dennis J.

1995-01-01

The approach used by the University of Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) in designing a campus-wide information architecture and a framework for reengineering the business process included building consensus on a general philosophy for information systems, using pattern-based abstraction techniques, applying data modeling and application prototyping, and…

Stages of Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma)

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... Health Professional Plasma Cell Neoplasms Treatment Research Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version General Information About Plasma Cell Neoplasms Go to Health Professional Version Key Points ...

24 CFR 1710.212 - Financial information.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-04-01

...) Estimated marketing and advertising costs. (iv) Estimated sales commission. (v) Interest (include cost in... statements shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles as prescribed by the... prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. (d) Annual report. (1) Each year...

Learning-Disabled Children: General Suggestions for Maximizing Instruction.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Telzrow, Cathy F.; Speer, Barbara

1986-01-01

Effective intervention strategies for learning disabled students should recognize such cognitive deficiencies as weaknesses in attention, memory deficits, and problems in generalizing and abstracting information. Approaches which emphasize enhanced learning processes include: self-monitoring; repetition and deliberate instruction in control…

Physics Curriculum Development Project. Aims, Organisation, Activities of PLON: A Physics Curriculum Development Project for General Secondary Education in the Netherlands. Outline.

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Utrecht State Univ., (Netherlands).

This document highlights the aims and activities of a project designed to modernize and update physics teaching and physics curriculum in the Netherlands by developing materials for use with students aged 12-18 at intermediate general, higher general, and pre-university schools. Following general information (including a brief description of the…

On quantum Rényi entropies: A new generalization and some properties

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Müller-Lennert, Martin; Dupuis, Frédéric; Szehr, Oleg; Fehr, Serge; Tomamichel, Marco

2013-12-01

The Rényi entropies constitute a family of information measures that generalizes the well-known Shannon entropy, inheriting many of its properties. They appear in the form of unconditional and conditional entropies, relative entropies, or mutual information, and have found many applications in information theory and beyond. Various generalizations of Rényi entropies to the quantum setting have been proposed, most prominently Petz's quasi-entropies and Renner's conditional min-, max-, and collision entropy. However, these quantum extensions are incompatible and thus unsatisfactory. We propose a new quantum generalization of the family of Rényi entropies that contains the von Neumann entropy, min-entropy, collision entropy, and the max-entropy as special cases, thus encompassing most quantum entropies in use today. We show several natural properties for this definition, including data-processing inequalities, a duality relation, and an entropic uncertainty relation.

Exhibits and More: How Scientists Can Partner with Aquariums and Science Centers

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Spitzer, B.

2004-12-01

Informal science institutions include science museums, aquariums, zoos, nature centers and other institutions that offer the public opportunities for free-choice, voluntary, and self-directed learning. Less than 20% of our lives is spent in formal schooling, and even among schoolchildren only 20% of their waking hours are spent in the classroom. Informal science institutions can have a significant impact on what the public knows, believes, and cares about. These institutions reach very large audiences, and are considered trusted information sources by the general public. Informal science institutions offer a wide range of learning opportunities including exhibits, films, professional development for teachers, educational programs for children and adults, field trips, publications, websites, and more. Many informal learning centers are experienced in working with scientists as content experts, welcome their participation, make efficient use of their time, and are skilled at translating science for the general public. Several case studies will illustrate successful models for scientists engaging in development of exhibits, films, programs, and educational materials.

Transit-oriented development compendium.

DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

2005-06-01

The compendium is organized into eight chapters listed below. Each chapter describes relevant issues, the state of the practice for TOD, and includes information from guidebooks and interviews. The eight chapters include: 1) general principles of TOD...

Treatment Options for Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma)

MedlinePlus

... Health Professional Plasma Cell Neoplasms Treatment Research Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version General Information About Plasma Cell Neoplasms Go to Health Professional Version Key Points ...

Treatment Option Overview (Plasma Cell Neoplasms Including Multiple Myeloma)

MedlinePlus

... Health Professional Plasma Cell Neoplasms Treatment Research Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version General Information About Plasma Cell Neoplasms Go to Health Professional Version Key Points ...

SHRIF, a General-Purpose System for Heuristic Retrieval of Information and Facts, Applied to Medical Knowledge Processing.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Findler, Nicholas V.; And Others

1992-01-01

Describes SHRIF, a System for Heuristic Retrieval of Information and Facts, and the medical knowledge base that was used in its development. Highlights include design decisions; the user-machine interface, including the language processor; and the organization of the knowledge base in an artificial intelligence (AI) project like this one. (57…

42 CFR 438.10 - Information requirements.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

... (CONTINUED) MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS MANAGED CARE General Provisions § 438.10 Information requirements. (a) Terminology. As used in this section, the following terms have the indicated meanings: Enrollee means a... provided, including: (A) What constitutes emergency medical condition, emergency services, and...

42 CFR 438.10 - Information requirements.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-10-01

... (CONTINUED) MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS MANAGED CARE General Provisions § 438.10 Information requirements. (a) Terminology. As used in this section, the following terms have the indicated meanings: Enrollee means a... provided, including: (A) What constitutes emergency medical condition, emergency services, and...

42 CFR 438.10 - Information requirements.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-10-01

... (CONTINUED) MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS MANAGED CARE General Provisions § 438.10 Information requirements. (a) Terminology. As used in this section, the following terms have the indicated meanings: Enrollee means a... provided, including: (A) What constitutes emergency medical condition, emergency services, and...

42 CFR 438.10 - Information requirements.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-10-01

... (CONTINUED) MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS MANAGED CARE General Provisions § 438.10 Information requirements. (a) Terminology. As used in this section, the following terms have the indicated meanings: Enrollee means a... provided, including: (A) What constitutes emergency medical condition, emergency services, and...

48 CFR 538.7002 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-10-01

..., regional, or tribal government, or any instrumentality thereof (including any local educational agency or... contracts containing information technology SINs, and Schedule 84 contracts. A listing of the participating... Consolidated Schedule contracts containing information technology SINs, and Schedule 84 contracts, is available...

Learning to Fly.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Weil, Patricia E.

1983-01-01

Presents information on where to learn to fly, which aircraft is best for this purpose, and approximate costs. Includes additional information on certificates, licenses, and ratings, and a description of the two phases of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association flight training program. (JN)

Hubble Space Telescope: The GO and GTO Observing Programs. Version 1.0

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Saha, Abhijit

1990-01-01

Selected information from the current Hubble Space Telescope (HST) science programs for the Guaranteed Time Observers (GTO's) and General Observers (GO's) is presented. Included are program abstracts, detailed listings of specific targets, and exposure information.

Scientists' perspectives on consent in the context of biobanking research

PubMed Central

Master, Zubin; Campo-Engelstein, Lisa; Caulfield, Timothy

2015-01-01

Most bioethics studies have focused on capturing the views of patients and the general public on research ethics issues related to informed consent for biobanking and only a handful of studies have examined the perceptions of scientists. Capturing the opinions of scientists is important because they are intimately involved with biobanks as collectors and users of samples and health information. In this study, we performed interviews with scientists followed by qualitative analysis to capture the diversity of perspectives on informed consent. We found that the majority of scientists in our study reported their preference for a general consent approach although they do not believe there to be a consensus on consent type. Despite their overall desire for a general consent model, many reported several concerns including donors needing some form of assurance that nothing unethical will be done with their samples and information. Finally, scientists reported mixed opinions about incorporating exclusion clauses in informed consent as a means of limiting some types of contentious research as a mechanism to assure donors that their samples and information are being handled appropriately. This study is one of the first to capture the views of scientists on informed consent in biobanking. Future studies should attempt to generalize findings on the perspectives of different scientists on informed consent for biobanking. PMID:25074466

Case Studies in School Communication.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Texas School Public Relations Association.

This two-part source book offers administrators both general information for effective communications in public education and case studies describing methods used by individual Texas school districts to solve communications problems. General articles include guidelines for working with the news media, producing school newsletters, developing a…

Introducing Graduate Students to the Chemical Information Landscape: The Ongoing Evolution of a Graduate-Level Chemical Information Course

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Currano, Judith N.

2016-01-01

The University of Pennsylvania's doctoral chemistry curriculum has included a required course in chemical information since 1995. Twenty years later, the course has evolved from a loosely associated series of workshops on information resources to a holistic examination of the chemical literature and its place in the general research process. The…

21 CFR 514.11 - Confidentiality of data and information in a new animal drug application file.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-04-01

... 21 Food and Drugs 6 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Confidentiality of data and information in a new... APPLICATIONS General Provisions § 514.11 Confidentiality of data and information in a new animal drug application file. (a) For purposes of this section the NADA file includes all data and information submitted...

21 CFR 514.11 - Confidentiality of data and information in a new animal drug application file.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-04-01

... 21 Food and Drugs 6 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Confidentiality of data and information in a new... APPLICATIONS General Provisions § 514.11 Confidentiality of data and information in a new animal drug application file. (a) For purposes of this section the NADA file includes all data and information submitted...

NEON VISUALIZATION ENVIRONMENT

DTIC Science & Technology

2017-07-28

STINFO COPY AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY INFORMATION DIRECTORATE AFRL-RI-RS-TR-2017-143  UNITED STATES AIR FORCE  ROME, NY 13441 AIR FORCE...report is available to the general public, including foreign nationals. Copies may be obtained from the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) (http...FOR THE CHIEF ENGINEER: / S / / S / PETER A. JEDRYSIK JULIE BRICHACEK Work Unit Manager Chief, Information Systems Division Information

76 FR 71241 - Christmas Tree Promotion, Research, and Information Order; Stay of Regulations

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2011-11-17

...-0008-FR-1A] RIN 0581-AD00 Christmas Tree Promotion, Research, and Information Order; Stay of...-funded promotion, research, and information program for fresh cut Christmas trees, effective November 9..., including the Christmas tree industry and the general public, an opportunity to become more familiar with...

78 FR 54457 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Student Assistance General Provisions...

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2013-09-04

... ED-2013-ICCD- 0113 or via postal mail, commercial delivery, or hand delivery. Please note that.... Written requests for information or comments submitted by postal mail or delivery should be addressed to..., including through the use of information technology. Please note that written comments received in response...

Machine Learning Algorithms for Statistical Patterns in Large Data Sets

DTIC Science & Technology

2018-02-01

REPORT APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE; DISTRIBUTION UNLIMITED STINFO COPY AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY INFORMATION ...general public, including foreign nations. Copies may be obtained from the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) (http://www.dtic.mil...CHIEF ENGINEER: / S / / S / JOHN SPINA JON S. JONES Work Unit Manager Technical Advisor, Information Intelligence

Relationship Between Internet Use and General Belief in a Just World Among Chinese Retirees

PubMed Central

Zhang, Jianxin; Zhu, Tingshao

2013-01-01

Abstract As an emerging medium for acquiring information, the Internet might affect how users, including older adults, view or think about the world around them. Using data from a survey of retirees aged 50 years and above (N=12,309) in China, the present study examined the relationship between Internet use for acquiring information about the world and general belief in a just world (GBJW). The results indicated that Internet use primarily for obtaining news information was negatively related to GBJW. Specifically, Internet users had lower levels of GBJW than nonusers; the more time retirees spent visiting Web sites to acquire news information, the less likely they were to believe that the world is just. In addition, compared with retirees who had acquired information about the world through other means (including books, newspapers or magazines, radio and television, and direct communication with other people), those who had acquired information primarily using the Internet showed lower levels of GBJW. The significance and limitations of the current study are discussed. PMID:23865811

A Tasteful Collection.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Canadian Architect, 2003

2003-01-01

Describes the design of the Canadian Wine Library at the University of British Columbia, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and commentary on the design. Also includes the floor plan and photographs. (EV)

Summary of the physical oceanography of the Pacific Northwest Coast

DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

Purdy, D.F.

The technical report summarizes current information on the physical oceanography of the Pacific Coast of Washington and Oregon, including information on currents, water mass characteristics, vertical stratification and mixing, upwelling, and waves. A general outline of the California current system is given, including the California and Davidson surface currents, the California and Washington undercurrents, and shelf currents. Conditions affecting local and nearshore currents, considered important in the event of an oil spill, are discussed. A summary of wave data is included from several sources including the Corps of Engineers WIS (Wave Information Study), based on meteorological information, and the Mineralsmore » Management Service's Coastal Wave Statistical Data Base (CWSDB), based on high quality data from a system of buoys.« less

Information Systems: Fact or Fiction.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Bearley, William

Rising costs of programming and program maintenance have caused discussion concerning the need for generalized information systems. These would provide data base functions plus complete report writing and file maintenance capabilities. All administrative applications, including online registration, student records, and financial applications are…

Searching the Internet for information on prostate cancer screening: an assessment of quality.

PubMed

Ilic, Dragan; Risbridger, Gail; Green, Sally

2004-07-01

To identify how on-line information relating to prostate cancer screening (PCS) is best sourced, whether through general, medical, or meta-search engines, and to assess the quality of that information. Websites providing information about PCS were searched across 15 search engines representing three distinct types: general, medical, and meta-search engines. The quality of on-line information was assessed using the DISCERN quality assessment tool. Quality performance characteristics were analyzed by performing Mann-Whitney U tests. Search engine efficiency was measured by each search query as a percentage of the relevant websites included for analysis from the total returned and analyzed by performing Kruskal-Wallis analysis of variance. Of 6690 websites reviewed, 84 unique websites were identified as providing information relevant to PCS. General and meta-search engines were significantly more efficient at retrieving relevant information on PCS compared with medical search engines. The quality of information was variable, with most of a poor standard. Websites that provided referral links to other resources and a citation of evidence provided a significantly better quality of information. In contrast, websites offering a direct service were more likely to provide a significantly poorer quality of information. The current lack of a clear consensus on guidelines and recommendation in published data is also reflected by the variable quality of information found on-line. Specialized medical search engines were no more likely to retrieve relevant, high-quality information than general or meta-search engines.

General Drafting. Technical Manual.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Department of the Army, Washington, DC.

The manual provides instructional guidance and reference material in the principles and procedures of general drafting and constitutes the primary study text for personnel in drafting as a military occupational specialty. Included is information on drafting equipment and its use; line weights, conventions and formats; lettering; engineering charts…

Class Syllabi, General Education, and ePortfolios

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Appling, Jeffrey; Gancar, Jessica; Hughes, Shiree; Saad, Alex

2012-01-01

A study of undergraduate student experience with class syllabi revealed several concerns for improvement in areas directly related to General Education and assessment strategies using electronic portfolios. We report several student interests and suggestions, including the need for consistent syllabi that contain information designed to promote…

Radiologic methods of evaluating generalized osteopenia

DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

Schneider, R.

1984-10-01

Noninvasive methods of evaluating generalized osteopenia include radiography, radionuclide studies, and various quantitative studies. These methods differ in availability, cost, accuracy, precision, radiation dose, and information supplied about bony change. A combination of methods is necessary to detect and follow the course and treatment of osteopenia.

14 CFR 91.1433 - CAMP: Maintenance and preventive maintenance training program.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

..., DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CONTINUED) AIR TRAFFIC AND GENERAL OPERATING RULES GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES Fractional Ownership Operations Program Management § 91.1433 CAMP: Maintenance and preventive... each person (including inspection personnel) who determines the adequacy of work done is fully informed...

12 CFR 380.8 - Predominantly engaged in activities that are financial or incidental thereto.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-01-01

.... (iii) Providing financial, investment, or economic advisory services, including advising an investment... managing a closed-end investment company; (2) Furnishing general economic information and advice, general economic statistical forecasting services, and industry studies; (3) Providing advice in connection with...

48 CFR 1224.102-70 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-10-01

... PROGRAMS PROTECTION OF PRIVACY AND FREEDOM OF INFORMATION Protection of Individual Privacy 1224.102-70 General. (a) Systems of records to which the Privacy Act applies shall not be released except by the...) Medical histories and medical records concerning individuals, including applications for licenses; and (3...

Investigating the Problem of Skill Generalization. 2nd Edition.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Billingsley, Felix; And Others

The booklet describes studies undertaken by the Washington Research Organization (UWRO) to examine generalization processes with severely handicapped students. Section one provides background information on the UWRO, including UWRO's advisory committee, communication with other institutes for research in education of the severely handicapped, and…

Physical models of biological information and adaptation.

PubMed

Stuart, C I

1985-04-07

The bio-informational equivalence asserts that biological processes reduce to processes of information transfer. In this paper, that equivalence is treated as a metaphor with deeply anthropomorphic content of a sort that resists constitutive-analytical definition, including formulation within mathematical theories of information. It is argued that continuance of the metaphor, as a quasi-theoretical perspective in biology, must entail a methodological dislocation between biological and physical science. It is proposed that a general class of functions, drawn from classical physics, can serve to eliminate the anthropomorphism. Further considerations indicate that the concept of biological adaptation is central to the general applicability of the informational idea in biology; a non-anthropomorphic treatment of adaptive phenomena is suggested in terms of variational principles.

Generalized formalism for information backflow in assessing Markovianity and its equivalence to divisibility

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Chakraborty, Sagnik

2018-03-01

We present a general framework for the information backflow (IB) approach of Markovianity that not only includes a large number, if not all, of IB prescriptions proposed so far but also is equivalent to completely positive divisibility for invertible evolutions. Following the common approach of IB, where monotonic decay of some physical property or some information quantifier is seen as the definition of Markovianity, we propose in our framework a general description of what should be called a proper "physicality quantifier" to define Markovianity. We elucidate different properties of our framework and use them to argue that an infinite family of non-Markovianity measures can be constructed, which would capture varied strengths of non-Markovianity in the dynamics. Moreover, we show that generalized trace-distance measure in two dimensions serve as a sufficient criteria for IB Markovianity for a number of prescriptions suggested earlier in the literature.

Supplemental Environmental Assessment:VTRS Fiber Optic Cable Installation on South Base Vandenberg Air Force Base, California

DTIC Science & Technology

2007-11-08

Handbook of North American Indians, vol. 8, William C. Sturtevant, general editor. Smithsonian Institution, Washington , D.C. 1978b Eastern Coastal...of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to Washington Headquarters Services, Directorate for Information...species that are often drought- deciduous and summer- dormant. Dominant native species at this site include California sagebrush (Artemisia

Resistant Behaviors by People with Alzheimer Dementia and Traumatic Brain Injury

DTIC Science & Technology

2017-09-01

participants has completed the information for the research team to have collected quantitative data on caregiver burden and family quality of life for...those adverse behaviors. The combined qualitative, quantitative , and economic analyses will also provide pertinent information regarding the general...other achievements. Include a discussion of stated goals not met. Description shall include pertinent data and graphs in sufficient detail to explain

Public Health Pest Control. Bulletin 755.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Evans, Burton R.

This manual gives general control principles and specific information on control of mosquitoes, flies, bedbugs, fleas, lice, cockroaches, venomous arthropods, ticks and chiggers, and rodents. The specific information includes life-cycles and habitats, public health importance, non-chemical control, and control with pesticides. (BB)

76 FR 17146 - Information Collection Sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Approval; Endangered...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2011-03-28

...); take in defense of human life; take related to defense of property (if authorized); or take in the form... information: (1) General take or removal. Relates to human-related mortality including unintentional taking...

49 CFR 391.23 - Investigation and inquiries.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

... following investigations and inquiries with respect to each driver it employs, other than a person who has... previous motor carrier employers should send the information requested. (1) General driver identification... data, including the driver identification information and dates of employment. (2) Take all precautions...

75 FR 66167 - Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2010-10-27

...) establishing the Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) and the general guidelines for... (including Federal holidays). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Outcomes Survey. OMB Approval Number: 3145-NEW. Expiration Date of Approval: Not...

32 CFR 516.15 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... of cases in which the United States has an interest include the following: (1) Suits for damages... capacity. (2) Suits alleging individual liability arising from performance of official duties by DA...) Classified information. Information required by this regulation will be submitted in an unclassified form if...

32 CFR 516.15 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-07-01

... of cases in which the United States has an interest include the following: (1) Suits for damages... capacity. (2) Suits alleging individual liability arising from performance of official duties by DA...) Classified information. Information required by this regulation will be submitted in an unclassified form if...

32 CFR 516.15 - General.

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2013-07-01

... of cases in which the United States has an interest include the following: (1) Suits for damages... capacity. (2) Suits alleging individual liability arising from performance of official duties by DA...) Classified information. Information required by this regulation will be submitted in an unclassified form if...

32 CFR 516.15 - General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-07-01

... of cases in which the United States has an interest include the following: (1) Suits for damages... capacity. (2) Suits alleging individual liability arising from performance of official duties by DA...) Classified information. Information required by this regulation will be submitted in an unclassified form if...

Appliance Servicing Program Guide.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Georgia Univ., Athens. Dept. of Vocational Education.

This program guide presents the standard appliance servicing technician curriculum for technical institutes in Georgia. The general information section contains the following: purpose and objectives; program description, including admissions, typical job titles, and accreditation and certification; and curriculum model, including standard…

Resources - General Information | ECHO | US EPA

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

ECHO, Enforcement and Compliance History Online, provides compliance and enforcement information for approximately 800,000 EPA-regulated facilities nationwide. ECHO includes permit, inspection, violation, enforcement action, and penalty information about facilities regulated under the Clean Air Act (CAA) Stationary Source Program, Clean Water Act (CWA) National Pollutant Elimination Discharge System (NPDES), and/or Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Information also is provided on surrounding demographics when available.

Situation Report--Dahomey, Ethiopia, Mali, and Mauritius.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Planned Parenthood Federation, London (England).

Data relating to population and family planning in four foreign countries are presented in these situation reports. Countries included are Dahomey, Ethiopia, Mali, and Mauritius. Information is provided under two topics, general background and family planning situation, where appropriate and if it is available. General background covers ethnic…

14 CFR 91.1109 - Aircraft maintenance: Inspection program.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-01-01

... be in writing and include at least the following information: (1) Instructions and procedures for the... TRANSPORTATION (CONTINUED) AIR TRAFFIC AND GENERAL OPERATING RULES GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES Fractional.... The instructions and procedures must set forth in detail the parts and areas of the airframe, engines...

14 CFR 91.1109 - Aircraft maintenance: Inspection program.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-01-01

... be in writing and include at least the following information: (1) Instructions and procedures for the... TRANSPORTATION (CONTINUED) AIR TRAFFIC AND GENERAL OPERATING RULES GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES Fractional.... The instructions and procedures must set forth in detail the parts and areas of the airframe, engines...

Generalizing About the Use of Political Science in Government.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Nagel, Stuart S.

This paper develops some generalizations about uses of political scientists and political science in government. Information is based on essays written by political scientists which appear in the "Political Science Utilization Directory." Developed by the Policy Studies Organization, this publication includes largely verbatim survey results…

The McMaster Optimal Aging Portal: Usability Evaluation of a Unique Evidence-Based Health Information Website.

PubMed

Barbara, Angela M; Dobbins, Maureen; Haynes, R Brian; Iorio, Alfonso; Lavis, John N; Raina, Parminder; Levinson, Anthony J

2016-05-11

Increasingly, older adults and their informal caregivers are using the Internet to search for health-related information. There is a proliferation of health information online, but the quality of this information varies, often based on exaggerated or dramatic findings, and not easily comprehended by consumers. The McMaster Optimal Aging Portal (Portal) was developed to provide Internet users with high-quality evidence about aging and address some of these current limitations of health information posted online. The Portal includes content for health professionals coming from three best-in-class resources (MacPLUS, Health Evidence, and Health Systems Evidence) and four types of content specifically prepared for the general public (Evidence Summaries, Web Resource Ratings, Blog Posts, and Twitter messages). Our objectives were to share the findings of the usability evaluation of the Portal with particular focus on the content features for the general public and to inform designers of health information websites and online resources for older adults about key usability themes. Data analysis included task performance during usability testing and qualitative content analyses of both the usability sessions and interviews to identify core themes. A total of 37 participants took part in 33 usability testing sessions and 21 focused interviews. Qualitative analysis revealed common themes regarding the Portal's strengths and challenges to usability. The strengths of the website were related to credibility, applicability, browsing function, design, and accessibility. The usability challenges included reluctance to register, process of registering, searching, terminology, and technical features. The study reinforced the importance of including end users during the development of this unique, dynamic, evidence-based health information website. The feedback was applied to iteratively improve website usability. Our findings can be applied by designers of health-related websites.

The McMaster Optimal Aging Portal: Usability Evaluation of a Unique Evidence-Based Health Information Website

PubMed Central

Dobbins, Maureen; Haynes, R. Brian; Iorio, Alfonso; Lavis, John N; Raina, Parminder

2016-01-01

Background Increasingly, older adults and their informal caregivers are using the Internet to search for health-related information. There is a proliferation of health information online, but the quality of this information varies, often based on exaggerated or dramatic findings, and not easily comprehended by consumers. The McMaster Optimal Aging Portal (Portal) was developed to provide Internet users with high-quality evidence about aging and address some of these current limitations of health information posted online. The Portal includes content for health professionals coming from three best-in-class resources (MacPLUS, Health Evidence, and Health Systems Evidence) and four types of content specifically prepared for the general public (Evidence Summaries, Web Resource Ratings, Blog Posts, and Twitter messages). Objective Our objectives were to share the findings of the usability evaluation of the Portal with particular focus on the content features for the general public and to inform designers of health information websites and online resources for older adults about key usability themes. Methods Data analysis included task performance during usability testing and qualitative content analyses of both the usability sessions and interviews to identify core themes. Results A total of 37 participants took part in 33 usability testing sessions and 21 focused interviews. Qualitative analysis revealed common themes regarding the Portal’s strengths and challenges to usability. The strengths of the website were related to credibility, applicability, browsing function, design, and accessibility. The usability challenges included reluctance to register, process of registering, searching, terminology, and technical features. Conclusions The study reinforced the importance of including end users during the development of this unique, dynamic, evidence-based health information website. The feedback was applied to iteratively improve website usability. Our findings can be applied by designers of health-related websites. PMID:27170443

Weather dissemination and public usage

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Stacey, M. S.

1973-01-01

The existing public usage of weather information was examined. A survey was conducted to substantiate the general public's needs for dissemination of current (0-12 hours) weather information, needs which, in a previous study, were found to be extensive and urgent. The goal of the study was to discover how the general public obtains weather information, what information they seek and why they seek it, to what use this information is put, and to further ascertain the public's attitudes and beliefs regarding weather reporting and the diffusion of weather information. Major findings from the study include: 1. The public has a real need for weather information in the 0-6 hour bracket. 2. The visual medium is preferred but due to the lack of frequent (0-6 hours) forecasts, the audio media only, i.e., telephone recordings and radio weathercasts, were more frequently used. 3. Weather information usage is sporadic.

IFLA General Conference, 1985. Division on Special Libraries. Section on Social Science Libraries and Geography and Map Libraries. Papers.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Papers presented on social science and map and geography libraries at the 1985 International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) conference include: (1) "Information for the Developing World: NTIS's (National Technical Information Service) Role in Information Transfer to Developing Countries" (Joseph F. Caponio, United States); (2)…

A Note on the Equivalence between Observed and Expected Information Functions with Polytomous IRT Models

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Magis, David

2015-01-01

The purpose of this note is to study the equivalence of observed and expected (Fisher) information functions with polytomous item response theory (IRT) models. It is established that observed and expected information functions are equivalent for the class of divide-by-total models (including partial credit, generalized partial credit, rating…

Situation Report--Australia, The Gambia, Papua and New Guinea, Rhodesia, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tanzania, Tonga, and Western Samoa.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Planned Parenthood Federation, London (England).

Data relating to population and family planning in nine foreign countries are presented in these situation reports. Countries included are Australia, The Gambia, Papua and New Guinea, Rhodesia, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tanzania, Tonga, and Western Somoa. Information is provided under three topics, statistical information, general background information,…

Study Abroad: You Can Get There from Here. A Guide for Women and Men.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Institute of International Education, New York, NY.

This brochure draws on a study of women's participation in international scholarship programs to provide practical information on a variety of issues in study abroad. While much of the information is intended to address barriers faced by women, it is generally also applicable to men. Topics addressed include: accessibility of program information,…

77 FR 38397 - Agency Information Collection (Report of General Information) Activities Under OMB Review

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2012-06-27

... Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The PRA submission describes the nature of the information collection and its expected cost and burden; it includes the actual data collection instrument...-0820c, Report of Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS). e. VA Form 21-0820d, Report of Lost...

Weather Information Communications (WINCOMM) Overview and Status

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Martzaklis, K.

2003-01-01

The second annual project review of Weather Information Communications (WINCOMM) is presented. The topics of discussion include: 1) In-Flight Weather Information; 2) System Elements; 3) Technology Investment Areas; 4) NAS Information Exchange; 5) FIS Datalink Architecture Analyses; 6) Hybrid FIS Datalink Architecture; 7) FIS Datalink Architecture Analyses; 8) Air Transport: Ground and Satellite-based Datalinks; 9) General Aviation: Ground and Satellite-based Datalinks; 10) Low Altitude AutoMET Reporting; 11) AutoMET: Airborne-based Datalinks; 12) Network Protocols Development; and 13) FAA/NASA Collaboration. A summary of WINCOMM is also included. This paper is in viewgraph form.

International Symposium on Information Theory Held in San Diego, California on 14-19 January 1990: Abstracts of Papers

DTIC Science & Technology

1990-01-01

intrinsic side information generated by an appropriate coding scheme . In this paper, we give sufficient conditions on channel classes for which a... zero redundancy case can be generalized to include the use of block channel coding of the permuted indices. An effective design method is introduced for...M. Naidjate, and C. R. P. Hartmann Boston University, College of Engineering, 44 Cummington Street, Boston, MA 02215 A generalization of the zero

32 CFR 300.3 - Definitions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-07-01

... INFORMATION ACT PROGRAM DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT PROGRAM General Provisions § 300.3...-6091. Appeals are to be addressed to the Appellate Authority, Defense Logistics Agency, Suite 1644... (iii) Searching through hardcopy files to include records stored at a Federal Records Center. The term...

Trident Technical College 1999 Fact Book.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Trident Technical Coll., Charleston, SC.

Presents the 12th edition of the Trident Technical College (South Carolina) Fact Book, which offers relevant information on principal characteristics and strengths of the college. Includes the following chapters: (1) general information, such as vision and mission statements, institutional goals, history, and accreditation; (2) enrollment…

Reaching Out with Business-Related Information.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Erbes, Bill

2000-01-01

Discusses how the Bensenville Community Public Library (Illinois) met the growing needs of the business community by subscribing to Infotrac's Web-based General BusinessFile. Topics include meeting the information needs of business; installing a computer station at the Chamber of Commerce; and grant funding. (LRW)

9 CFR 11.2 - Prohibitions concerning exhibitors.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

... 9 Animals and Animal Products 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Prohibitions concerning exhibitors. 11... AGRICULTURE ANIMAL WELFARE HORSE PROTECTION REGULATIONS § 11.2 Prohibitions concerning exhibitors. (a) General.... Such information shall include, but is not limited to: Information concerning the registered name...

78 FR 24234 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Personal...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2013-04-24

... for OMB Review; Comment Request; Personal Protective Equipment Standard for General Industry ACTION... Administration (OSHA) sponsored information collection request (ICR) titled, ``Personal Protective Equipment...: Regulations 29 CFR part 1910, subpart I requires that personal protective equipment (PPE)--including equipment...

Competitive Intelligence on the Internet-Going for the Gold.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Kassler, Helene

2000-01-01

Discussion of competitive intelligence (CI) focuses on recent Web sties and several search techniques that provide valuable CI information. Highlights include links that display business relationships; information from vendors; general business sites; search engine strategies; local business newspapers; job postings; patent and trademark…

78 FR 5276 - Tribal Background Investigations and Licensing

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2013-01-25

... industry generally, including ownership interests in those businesses; (7) The name and address of any... temporary and permanent gaming licenses. DATES: Effective Date: February 25, 2013. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.... Telephone: 202-632-7009. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA or...

Workplace Education Initiative: Case Studies and Observations.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Astrein, Bruce; And Others

Seven workplace education projects funded in the first year of the Massachusetts Workplace Education Initiative are reported. This report includes both general observations and specific information in case studies of the projects. Overall information is provided on students served, the importance of partnerships, the emphasis on…

12 CFR 41.20 - Scope and definitions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-01-01

... public. A solicitation does not include marketing communications that are directed at the general public... Affiliate Marketing § 41.20 Scope and definitions. (a) Scope. This subpart applies to national banks...) Eligibility information. The term “eligibility information” means any information the communication of which...

[Egypt: Selected Readings, Egyptian Mummies, and the Egyptian Pyramid.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

National Museum of Natural History, Washington, DC.

This resource packet presents information and resources on ancient Egypt. The bibliography includes readings divided into five sections: (1) "General Information" (46 items); (2) "Religion" (8 items); (3) "Art" (8 items); (4) "Hieroglyphics" (6 items); and (5) selections "For Young Readers" (11…

5 CFR 330.607 - Notification of surplus and displaced employees.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

... REGULATIONS RECRUITMENT, SELECTION, AND PLACEMENT (GENERAL) Agency Career Transition Assistance Plans (CTAP... available to them under the agency's Career Transition Assistance Plan. Such information must contain... notice must include information on the results of an independent, second review conducted by the agency...

Regents Examinations and Competency Tests: School Administrator's Manual. 1981 Edition.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

New York State Education Dept., Albany. Bureau of Elementary and Secondary Educational Testing.

Intended for use by school administrators, guidance counselors, teachers, and proctors, this manual contains general information on Regents examinations and competency tests. Specifically, the regulations and procedures for ordering, administering, and rating these examinations are described. Information is also included about the competency…

Science Literacy and Prior Knowledge of Astronomy MOOC Students

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Impey, Chris David; Buxner, Sanlyn; Wenger, Matthew; Formanek, Martin

2018-01-01

Many of science classes offered on Coursera fall into fall into the category of general education or general interest classes for lifelong learners, including our own, Astronomy: Exploring Time and Space. Very little is known about the backgrounds and prior knowledge of these students. In this talk we present the results of a survey of our Astronomy MOOC students. We also compare these results to our previous work on undergraduate students in introductory astronomy courses. Survey questions examined student demographics and motivations as well as their science and information literacy (including basic science knowledge, interest, attitudes and beliefs, and where they get their information about science). We found that our MOOC students are different than the undergraduate students in more ways than demographics. Many MOOC students demonstrated high levels of science and information literacy. With a more comprehensive understanding of our students’ motivations and prior knowledge about science and how they get their information about science, we will be able to develop more tailored learning experiences for these lifelong learners.

The effect of inflation on the cost of journals on the Brandon list.

PubMed Central

Thompson, J A; Kronenfeld, M R

1980-01-01

A study of the increases over the past twenty years in the cost of the journals included in the 1977 Brandon list was conducted. This information is compared to the general U.S. rate of inflation for the same period as represented by the consumer price index. Results indicate that the Brandon list journal's prices have been increasing at a significantly higher rate than the general rate of inflation for this period. This information should be useful to the hospital librarian who must justify to administrators the need for increased funding beyond the general rate of inflation. PMID:7356497

Patient participation in general practice based undergraduate teaching: a focus group study of patient perspectives.

PubMed

Park, Sophie E; Allfrey, Caroline; Jones, Melvyn M; Chana, Jasprit; Abbott, Ciara; Faircloth, Sofia; Higgins, Nicola; Abdullah, Laila

2017-04-01

Patients make a crucial contribution to undergraduate medical education. Although a national resource is available for patients participating in research, none is as yet available for education. This study aimed to explore what information patients would like about participation in general practice based undergraduate medical education, and how they would like to obtain this information. Two focus groups were conducted in London-based practices involved in both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Patients both with and without teaching experience were recruited using leaflets, posters, and patient participation groups. An open-ended topic guide explored three areas: perceived barriers that participants anticipated or had experienced; patient roles in medical education; and what help would support participation. Focus groups were audiorecorded, transcribed, and analysed thematically. Patients suggested ways of professionalising the teaching process. These were: making information available to patients about confidentiality, iterative consent, and normalising teaching in the practice. Patients highlighted the importance of relationships, making information available about their GPs' involvement in teaching, and initiating student-patient interactions. Participants emphasised educational principles to maximise exchange of information, including active participation of students, patient identification of student learner needs, and exchange of feedback. This study will inform development of patient information resources to support their participation in teaching and access to information both before and during general practice based teaching encounters. © British Journal of General Practice 2017.

22 CFR 125.4 - Exemptions of general applicability.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-04-01

..., except detailed design, development, production or manufacturing information; (7) Technical data..., production, or manufacture of any defense article; (4) Copies of technical data, including classified..., development, production, or manufacture of any defense article; (9) Technical data, including classified...

Biotechnology Program Guide.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Georgia Univ., Athens. Dept. of Vocational Education.

This program quide presents the biotechnology curriculum for technical institutes in Georgia. The general information section contains the following: purpose and objectives; program description, including admissions, typical job titles, and accreditation and certification; and curriculum model, including standard curriculum sequence and lists of…

Sports Medicine Meets Synchronized Swimming.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Wenz, Betty J.; And Others

This collection of articles contains information about synchronized swimming. Topics covered include general physiology and cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility exercises, body composition, strength training, nutrition, coach-athlete relationships, coping with competition stress and performance anxiety, and eye care. Chapters are included on…

Handbook of Accreditation. Second Edition.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Chicago, IL. Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

This handbook contains accreditation information from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, including general institutional requirements, criteria for accreditation, and policies on educational change. Chapters include: (1) "Introduction to Voluntary Accreditation and the…

Civil Engineering Technology Program Guide.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Georgia Univ., Athens. Dept. of Vocational Education.

This program guide presents civil engineering technology curriculum for technical institutes in Georgia. The general information section contains the following: purpose and objectives; program description, including admissions, typical job titles, and accreditation and certification; and curriculum model, including standard curriculum sequence and…

General Mission Analysis Tool (GMAT) User's Guide (Draft)

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Hughes, Steven P.

2007-01-01

4The General Mission Analysis Tool (GMAT) is a space trajectory optimization and mission analysis system. This document is a draft of the users guide for the tool. Included in the guide is information about Configuring Objects/Resources, Object Fields: Quick Look-up Tables, and Commands and Events.

Housekeeping Management Assistant Manual for Training of the Mentally Retarded.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Texas Tech Univ., Lubbock. Research and Training Center in Mental Retardation.

Presented is an instructional guide for teaching mentally retarded persons to become housekeeping assistants. Listed are tasks, objectives, and background information for the following six units: general safety procedures; daily duties (general cleaning, use of supply carts, and bathroom cleaning); laundry procedures (including use of washer and…

49 CFR 260.25 - Additional information for Applicants not having a credit rating.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-10-01

... geographic region, major markets served, major interchange points, and market development plans; (2... application, including: (i) A copy of Applicant's most recent year-end general balance sheet and a copy of Applicant's most recent unaudited general balance sheet; and (ii) Applicant's most recent annual income...

Situation Reports--Cuba, Guyana, St. Vincent, and Surinam.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Planned Parenthood Federation, London (England).

Data relating to population and family planning in four foreign countries are presented in these situation reports. Countries included are Cuba, Guyana, St. Vincent, and Surinam. Information is provided, where appropriate and available, under two topics, general background and family planning situation. General background covers ethnic groups,…

Situation Report--Ghana, India, and South Africa.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Planned Parenthood Federation, London (England).

Data relating to population and family planning in three foreign countries are presented in these situation reports. Countries included are Ghana, India, and South Africa. Information is provided under two topics: general background and family planning situation, where appropriate and if it is available. General background covers ethnic groups,…

75 FR 13745 - Office of Innovation and Improvement Overview Information; Ready To Teach Program-General...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2010-03-23

... on rigorous, scientifically based research methods to assess the effectiveness of a particular... and programs; and (B) Includes research that-- (i) Employs systematic, empirical methods that draw on... hypotheses and justify the general conclusions drawn; (iii) Relies on measurements or observational methods...

77 FR 31019 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for Office of Management and Budget Review...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2012-05-24

... Request; General Licensing Provisions; Section 351(k) Biosimilar Applications AGENCY: Food and Drug... Provisions; Section 351(k) Biosimilar Applications''. Also include the FDA docket number found in brackets in.... General Licensing Provisions; Section 351(k) Biosimilar Applications-- (OMB Control Number 0910--New) On...

15 CFR 716.1 - General information on the conduct of initial and routine inspections.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

... WEAPONS CONVENTION REGULATIONS INITIAL AND ROUTINE INSPECTIONS OF DECLARED FACILITIES § 716.1 General... the conduct of initial and routine inspections of declared facilities subject to inspection under CWC... provisions concerning challenge inspections. (a) Overview. Each State Party to the CWC, including the United...

Countries: General, Electricity, Geography, Health, Literature: Children's, Plants.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Web Feet, 2002

2002-01-01

Presents an annotated list of Web site educational resources kindergarten through eighth grade. The Web sites this month cover the following subjects: countries (general); electricity; geography; health; children's literature; and plants. Includes a list of "Calendar Connections" to Web site sources of information on Earth Day in April…

General Metal Trades Book I. Units of Instruction. Teacher's Guide.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

East Texas State Univ., Commerce. Occupational Curriculum Lab.

This teacher's guide provides instructional materials for a 10-unit course in the General Metal Trades program. Each unit includes most or all of these basic components: performance objectives (unit and specific objectives), suggested teaching activities (a sheet outlining steps to follow to accomplish specific objectives), information sheets,…

22 CFR 504.14 - Fees.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-04-01

... 22 Foreign Relations 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 true Fees. 504.14 Section 504.14 Foreign Relations... OFFICIAL INFORMATION IN LEGAL PROCEEDINGS Schedule of Fees § 504.14 Fees. (a) Generally. The General... reasonable estimate of the costs to the BBG. (b) Fees for records. Fees for producing records will include...

Situation Reports--Brasil, Cambodia, Fiji, Malaysia (West), Thailand, and Uganda.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Planned Parenthood Federation, London (England).

Data relating to population and family planning in six foreign countries are presented in these situation reports. Countries included are Brazil, Cambodia, Fiji, Malaysia (West), Thailand, and Uganda. Information is provided, where appropriate and available, under two topics, general background and family planning situation. General background…

Theatre and Cinema Architecture: A Guide to Information Sources.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Stoddard, Richard

This annotated bibliography cites works related to theatres, movie houses, opera houses, and dance facilities. It is divided into three parts: general references, theatre architecture, and cinema architecture. The part on general references includes bibliographies and periodicals. The second and main part of the guide, on theatre architecture,…

31 CFR 594.513 - Transactions with entities under the control of the Palestinian President and certain other...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-07-01

... Intelligence Apparatus, Governors and Governorate staff, the Attorney General's Office, the Palestine Investment Fund (PIF), the Border Crossings Administration, and the Palestine Broadcasting Corporation (including the Voice of Palestine, Wafa News Agency, and the General Public Information Agency/State...

31 CFR 594.513 - Transactions with entities under the control of the Palestinian President and certain other...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-07-01

... Intelligence Apparatus, Governors and Governorate staff, the Attorney General's Office, the Palestine Investment Fund (PIF), the Border Crossings Administration, and the Palestine Broadcasting Corporation (including the Voice of Palestine, Wafa News Agency, and the General Public Information Agency/State...

31 CFR 594.513 - Transactions with entities under the control of the Palestinian President and certain other...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-07-01

... Intelligence Apparatus, Governors and Governorate staff, the Attorney General's Office, the Palestine Investment Fund (PIF), the Border Crossings Administration, and the Palestine Broadcasting Corporation (including the Voice of Palestine, Wafa News Agency, and the General Public Information Agency/State...

31 CFR 595.511 - Transactions with entities under the control of the Palestinian President and certain other...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-07-01

... Intelligence Apparatus, Governors and Governorate staff, the Attorney General's Office, the Palestine Investment Fund (PIF), the Border Crossings Administration, and the Palestine Broadcasting Corporation (including the Voice of Palestine, Wafa News Agency, and the General Public Information Agency/State...

31 CFR 595.511 - Transactions with entities under the control of the Palestinian President and certain other...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-07-01

... Intelligence Apparatus, Governors and Governorate staff, the Attorney General's Office, the Palestine Investment Fund (PIF), the Border Crossings Administration, and the Palestine Broadcasting Corporation (including the Voice of Palestine, Wafa News Agency, and the General Public Information Agency/State...

31 CFR 595.511 - Transactions with entities under the control of the Palestinian President and certain other...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-07-01

... Intelligence Apparatus, Governors and Governorate staff, the Attorney General's Office, the Palestine Investment Fund (PIF), the Border Crossings Administration, and the Palestine Broadcasting Corporation (including the Voice of Palestine, Wafa News Agency, and the General Public Information Agency/State...

Genetic information: Special or not? Responses from focus groups with members of a health maintenance organization.

PubMed

Diergaarde, Brenda; Bowen, Deborah J; Ludman, Evette J; Culver, Julie O; Press, Nancy; Burke, Wylie

2007-03-15

Genetic information is used increasingly in health care. Some experts have argued that genetic information is qualitatively different from other medical information and, therefore, raises unique social issues. This view, called "genetic exceptionalism," has importantly influenced recent policy efforts. Others have argued that genetic information is like other medical information and that treating it differently may actually result in unintended disparities. Little is known about how the general public views genetic information. To identify opinions about implications of genetic and other medical information among the general population, we conducted a series of focus groups in Seattle, WA. Participants were women and men between ages 18 and 74, living within 30 miles of Seattle and members of the Group Health Cooperative. A structured discussion guide was used to ensure coverage of all predetermined topics. Sessions lasted approximately 2 hr; were audio taped and transcribed. The transcripts formed the basis of the current analysis. Key findings included the theme that genetic information was much like other medical information and that all sensitive medical information should be well protected. Personal choice (i.e., the right to choose whether to know health risk information and to control who else knows) was reported to be of crucial importance. Participants had an understanding of the tensions involved in protecting privacy versus sharing medical information to help another person. These data may guide future research and policy concerning the use and protection of medical information, including genetic information. (c) 2007 Wiley-Liss, Inc.

Information on 'Overdiagnosis' in Breast Cancer Screening on Prominent United Kingdom- and Australia-Oriented Health Websites.

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Ghanouni, Alex; Meisel, Susanne F; Hersch, Jolyn; Waller, Jo; Wardle, Jane; Renzi, Cristina

2016-01-01

Health-related websites are an important source of information for the public. Increasing public awareness of overdiagnosis and ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) in breast cancer screening may facilitate more informed decision-making. This study assessed the extent to which such information was included on prominent health websites oriented towards the general public, and evaluated how it was explained. Cross-sectional study. Websites identified through Google searches in England (United Kingdom) and New South Wales (Australia) for "breast cancer screening" and further websites included based on our prior knowledge of relevant organisations. Content analysis was used to determine whether information on overdiagnosis or DCIS existed on each site, how the concepts were described, and what statistics were used to quantify overdiagnosis. After exclusions, ten UK websites and eight Australian websites were considered relevant and evaluated. They originated from charities, health service providers, government agencies, and an independent health organisation. Most contained some information on overdiagnosis (and/or DCIS). Descriptive information was similar across websites. Among UK websites, statistical information was often based on estimates from the Independent UK Panel on Breast Cancer Screening; the most commonly provided statistic was the ratio of breast cancer deaths prevented to overdiagnosed cases (1:3). A range of other statistics was included, such as the yearly number of overdiagnosed cases and the proportion of women screened who would be overdiagnosed. Information on DCIS and statistical information was less common on the Australian websites. Online information about overdiagnosis has become more widely available in 2015-16 compared with the limited accessibility indicated by older research. However, there may be scope to offer more information on DCIS and overdiagnosis statistics on Australian websites. Moreover, the variability in how estimates are presented across UK websites may be confusing for the general public.

Readability of Online Health Information: A Meta-Narrative Systematic Review.

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Daraz, Lubna; Morrow, Allison S; Ponce, Oscar J; Farah, Wigdan; Katabi, Abdulrahman; Majzoub, Abdul; Seisa, Mohamed O; Benkhadra, Raed; Alsawas, Mouaz; Larry, Prokop; Murad, M Hassan

2018-01-01

Online health information should meet the reading level for the general public (set at sixth-grade level). Readability is a key requirement for information to be helpful and improve quality of care. The authors conducted a systematic review to evaluate the readability of online health information in the United States and Canada. Out of 3743 references, the authors included 157 cross-sectional studies evaluating 7891 websites using 13 readability scales. The mean readability grade level across websites ranged from grade 10 to 15 based on the different scales. Stratification by specialty, health condition, and type of organization producing information revealed the same findings. In conclusion, online health information in the United States and Canada has a readability level that is inappropriate for general public use. Poor readability can lead to misinformation and may have a detrimental effect on health. Efforts are needed to improve readability and the content of online health information.

Fact Book, Fiscal Year 1996.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

South Dakota Board of Regents, Pierre.

This annual report provides information about the institutions under the South Dakota Board of Regents including six universities and the schools for the deaf and visually handicapped. The first section provides information on general concerns (such as the Regental Committee structure and institutional mission statements). The bulk of the report…

Halley's Comet Makes a Comeback.

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Glenn, William H.

1984-01-01

Presents information on Halley's Comet including its discovery, impact on history, planned investigations related to its 1986 return, where and when to make observations, and predicted calendar of events. Gives general information on comets such as physical structure, theoretical origin, and paths and provides an annotated reference list. (JM)

A Guide to U.S. Government Documents.

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Clark, Suzanne M., Comp.

This listing of government documents in the Bailey/Howe Library of the University of Vermont covers (1) general information sources including guides, current catalogs and indexes, retrospective catalogs and indexes, and biographical and statistical materials; (2) Presidential and Executive Branch activity information sources, such as addresses,…

The Computer in the General Curriculum. Term 1.

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Shires, David, Ed.

Designed to provide information on educational computing to elementary and secondary school educators, particularly those in South Australia, this publication is produced once each term. The Term 1 issue includes the following articles: a description of Information Technology Month (July 1984) activities in South Australia; "Software Piracy…

12 CFR 1282.15 - General requirements.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

...). (3) Missing data or information. When an Enterprise lacks sufficient data or information to determine.... Mortgage purchases with missing data in excess of the maximum will be included in the denominator and... missing borrower incomes (as determined by FHFA based on the most recent Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data...

Agency Training Centers for Federal Employes, Fiscal Year 1969.

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Civil Service Commission, Washington, DC. Bureau of Training.

This publication provides up to date information on Federal agency operated training centers, including data on the number, variety, and general characteristics of program offerings for civilian employees. Locations, purposes, courses and other programs, eligibility for attendance, sources of further information, and other items of potential…

4-H Club Goat Guide.

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Brown, R. Kipp

This guide provides information for 4-H Club members who have decided on a club goat project. Topics include general information in the following areas: show rules; facilities and equipment (barns/sheds, fences, feeders, water containers, and equipment); selection (structural correctness, muscle, volume and capacity, style and balance, and growth…

77 FR 32144 - Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request; Generic Survey Clearance for the...

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2012-05-31

... Survey Clearance for the Directorate of Education and Human Resources (EHR) AGENCY: National Science.... The scope of the EHR Generic Clearance primarily covers descriptive information gathered from... evaluations of individual programs. The collections generally include three categories of descriptive data: (1...

31 CFR 103.100 - Information sharing between Federal law enforcement agencies and financial institutions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... FOREIGN TRANSACTIONS Special Information Sharing Procedures To Deter Money Laundering and Terrorist... money laundering—(1) In general. A law enforcement agency investigating terrorist activity or money... suspected based on credible evidence of engaging in, terrorist activity or money laundering; include enough...

Description of the IV + V System Software Package.

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Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1984

1984-01-01

Describes the IV + V System, a software package designed by the Institut fur Maschinelle Dokumentation for the United Nations General Information Programme and UNISIST to support automation of local information and documentation services. Principle program features and functions outlined include input/output, databank, text image, output, and…

Moka with Ristretto

DTIC Science & Technology

2017-11-01

MOKA WITH RISTRETTO ASSURED INFORMATION SECURITY, INC. NOVEMBER 2017 FINAL TECHNICAL REPORT APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE; DISTRIBUTION UNLIMITED...STINFO COPY AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY INFORMATION DIRECTORATE AFRL-RI-RS-TR-2017-223  UNITED STATES AIR FORCE  ROME, NY 13441 AIR FORCE...report is available to the general public, including foreign nations. Copies may be obtained from the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC

17 CFR 240.15g-100 - Schedule 15G-Information to be included in the document distributed pursuant to 17 CFR 240.15g-2.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-04-01

... page] Important Information on Penny Stocks The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requires... 17 Commodity and Securities Exchanges 3 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Schedule 15G-Information to be... Commodity and Securities Exchanges SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION (CONTINUED) GENERAL RULES AND...

17 CFR 200.27 - The Regional Directors.

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2010-04-01

... AND ETHICS; AND INFORMATION AND REQUESTS Organization and Program Management General Organization... registered brokers and dealers, transfer agents, investment advisers and investment companies, including the...

Functional Group Analysis.

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Smith, Walter T., Jr.; Patterson, John M.

1980-01-01

Discusses analytical methods selected from current research articles. Groups information by topics of general interest, including acids, aldehydes and ketones, nitro compounds, phenols, and thiols. Cites 97 references. (CS)

45 CFR 286.75 - What must be included in the Tribal Family Assistance Plan?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

...-related services for the three-year period covered by the plan, including: (1) Information on the general eligibility criteria the Tribe has established, which includes a definition of “needy family,” including income and resource limits and the Tribe's definition of “Tribal member family” or “Indian family.” (2) A...

45 CFR 286.75 - What must be included in the Tribal Family Assistance Plan?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-10-01

...-related services for the three-year period covered by the plan, including: (1) Information on the general eligibility criteria the Tribe has established, which includes a definition of “needy family,” including income and resource limits and the Tribe's definition of “Tribal member family” or “Indian family.” (2) A...

45 CFR 286.75 - What must be included in the Tribal Family Assistance Plan?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-10-01

...-related services for the three-year period covered by the plan, including: (1) Information on the general eligibility criteria the Tribe has established, which includes a definition of “needy family,” including income and resource limits and the Tribe's definition of “Tribal member family” or “Indian family.” (2) A...

Applications of the generalized information processing system (GIPSY)

USGS Publications Warehouse

Moody, D.W.; Kays, Olaf

1972-01-01

The Generalized Information Processing System (GIPSY) stores and retrieves variable-field, variable-length records consisting of numeric data, textual data, or codes. A particularly noteworthy feature of GIPSY is its ability to search records for words, word stems, prefixes, and suffixes as well as for numeric values. Moreover, retrieved records may be printed on pre-defined formats or formatted as fixed-field, fixed-length records for direct input to other-programs, which facilitates the exchange of data with other systems. At present there are some 22 applications of GIPSY falling in the general areas of bibliography, natural resources information, and management science, This report presents a description of each application including a sample input form, dictionary, and a typical formatted record. It is hoped that these examples will stimulate others to experiment with innovative uses of computer technology.

[Validation of patients' knowledge after informed consent prior to coronary angiography].

PubMed

Eran, A; Erdmann, E; Yüksel, D; Dahlem, K M; Er, F

2011-11-01

The informed consent of the patient is required before any medical intervention can be done. The impact of the provided information on the subsequent knowledge of the patient is regularly questioned. In the present investigation we aimed to determine the knowledge of the patients about invasive coronary angiography (CA) after they had been optimally vs. standard vs. not at all informed. 300 consecutive patients who were admitted for planned CA were included. Of these, 150 in-patients were informed by especially trained physicians one day before CA and 50 out-patients were informed by their general practitioner or cardiologist several days before admission. 100 in-patients were included before they were informed. In a standardized interview the predefined knowledge of the patients was assessed by an independent physician before CA in previously informed patients and after hospital admission in non-informed patients. The differences in knowledge between informed in- and out-patients were low. Especially their knowledge about potential complications was not different. Generally, patients could remember less serious complications better than life-threatening ones. Two previously informed patients (1 %) affirmed that they were not informed. The knowledge of non-informed patients was much lower than the knowledge of patients who had been informed. The knowledge and remembrance of patients after having detailed information about medical interventions is limited. Optimization of the informative interview did not really improve this knowledge. In contrast to non-informed patients the provided information did, however, increase the knowledge. © Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New York.

46 CFR 110.25-1 - Plans and information required for new construction.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

....25-1 Section 110.25-1 Shipping COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (CONTINUED) ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING GENERAL PROVISIONS Plan Submittal § 110.25-1 Plans and information required for new construction... available at the point of application. (b) Electrical plant load analysis including connected loads and...

46 CFR 110.25-1 - Plans and information required for new construction.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-10-01

....25-1 Section 110.25-1 Shipping COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (CONTINUED) ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING GENERAL PROVISIONS Plan Submittal § 110.25-1 Plans and information required for new construction... available at the point of application. (b) Electrical plant load analysis including connected loads and...

Advances in Automation Prompt Concern over Increased U.S. Unemployment.

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General Accounting Office, Washington, DC.

The General Accounting Office recently studied automation, especially the advent of microelectronics, and its impact on unemployment. The study included identifying available information sources and obtaining opinions on the impact of automation on employment, federal efforts to predict its impact, the dissemination of information about the job…

Georgia State University Fact Book, 1979-1980.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Smith, Glynton, Ed.

Information on subjects of interest to staff, students, faculty, and friends of the Georgia State University is presented. Twelve chapters provide: (1) general information, such as a brief history, a statement of purpose and an overview of the university system of the state; (2) administration, including an administrative organizational chart; (3)…

Aircraft: United States Air Force Child Care Program Activity Guide.

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Boggs, Juanita; Brant, Linda

General information about United States' aircraft is provided in this program activity guide for teachers and caregivers in Air Force preschools and day care centers. The guide includes basic information for teachers and caregivers, basic understandings, suggested teaching methods and group activities, vocabulary, ideas for interest centers, and…

Mapping the Iceberg. NALL Working Paper.

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Livingstone, David

A survey of 1,500 Canadian adults looked at the full range of adults' learning activities, including informal learning related to employment, community volunteer work, household work, and other general interest. Findings indicated those in the labor force, or expecting to be in soon, participated in informal learning related to current or…

Using Errorless Teaching to Teach Generalized Manding for Information Using "How?"

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Bloh, Christopher; Scagliotti, Christopher; Baugh, Sarah; Sheenan, Megan; Silas, Shane; Zulli, Nicole

2017-01-01

Five reinforcing activities were presented to and interrupted for two participants with autism. An errorless teaching procedure was then introduced with two similar activities prompting the participants to request information saying "How?" in order to resume the activity. The dependent variable included both the cumulative number of…

AIDS on Campus: Emerging Issues for College and University Administrators.

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Steinbach, Sheldon Elliot

Legal information concerning Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) that college presidents may find helpful in establishing policies and procedures is provided in a paper by the general counsel of the American Council on Education. Sources of medical information, including the American College Health Association, hotlines, and federal…

IFLA General Conference, 1986. Special Libraries Division. Section: Science and Technology Libraries. Papers.

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International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, The Hague (Netherlands).

Papers on science and technology libraries which were presented at the 1986 International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) conference include: (1) "Online Information Service of the Japan Information Center of Science and Technology" (Ryuko Igarashi, Japan); (2) "A View from the Chip--The Influence of Information…

Pre-Retirement Rehearsal Project: A Bibliography of Pre-Retirement Planning.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Ellenberg, Donna

This bibliography cites title, source/publisher, availability, and cost for information and materials on various aspects of pre-retirement planning. Materials may be specifically for the elderly/retired person or of general interest. Bibliographies and periodicals are included. These materials and information are listed under twenty-three…

MYSEA: The Monterey Security Architecture

DTIC Science & Technology

2009-01-01

Security and Protection, Organization and Design General Terms: Design; Security Keywords: access controls, authentication, information flow controls...Applicable environments include: mil- itary coalitions, agencies and organizations responding to security emergencies, and mandated sharing in business ...network architecture affords users the abil- ity to securely access information across networks at dif- ferent classifications using standardized

Australian Literacies: Informing National Policy on Literacy Education. Second Edition.

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Lo Bianco, Joseph; Freebody, Peter

This book is designed to inform national policy on literacy education in Australia. A preamble describes the general literacy crisis in Australia, which includes systematic underperformance in English literacy among some groups and many individuals (who are often seriously disadvantaged in their occupational and educational opportunities). The…

IFLA General Conference, 1985. Division on Education and Research. Section on Library Theory and Research. Papers.

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International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Papers on library theory and research presented at the 1985 International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) conference include: (1) "Information for Self Reliance and Self Determination: The Role of Community Information Services" (Elaine Kempson, Acumen, United Kingdom); (2) "Relationships between Practice, Education and…

Using HEGIS Data in Institutional Comparisons. AIR 1984 Annual Forum Paper.

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Christal, Melodie E.; And Others

Problems associated with the use of the Higher Education General Information Survey (HEGIS) data to make institutional comparisons are discussed. It is noted that information collected by HEGIS includes data on enrollment, degrees, finances, employees, libraries, and physical facilities. Attention is directed to the following problems with the…

50 CFR 600.915 - Coordination for the conservation and enhancement of EFH.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-10-01

... general public, information on the locations of EFH, including maps and/or narrative descriptions. NMFS will also provide information on ways to improve ongoing Federal operations to promote the conservation... areas designated as EFH, potential threats to EFH, and opportunities to promote the conservation and...

Stratigraphy of the crater Copernicus

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Paquette, R.

1984-01-01

The stratigraphy of copernicus based on its olivine absorption bands is presented. Earth based spectral data are used to develop models that also employ cratering mechanics to devise theories for Copernican geomorphology. General geologic information, spectral information, upper and lower stratigraphic units and a chart for model comparison are included in the stratigraphic analysis.

Some Comments on Marketing AIP Information Products and Services.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

King, Donald W.; Brown, A. M.

This study was addressed to marketing considerations for the American Institute of Physics (AIP) information products and services. The general system and its operation in a marketing environment, including promotion, channels of distribution and pricing are covered. Particular emphasis is placed on the cost/demand/price relationship for four…

Testing in America's Schools. Policy Information Report.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Barton, Paul E.; Coley, Richard J.

This report provides a profile of state testing programs in 1992-93, as well as a view of classroom testing practices by state, school district, school, or individual teacher. Information, taken from a variety of sources, including the National Assessment of Educational Progress and a General Accounting Office study, indicates that the…

77 FR 71787 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for...

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2012-12-04

...; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Student Assistance General Provisions--Readmission for Servicemembers AGENCY: Federal Student Aid (FSA), Department... burden of this collection on the respondents, including through the use of information technology. Please...

Occupations for You. Part Two.

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Allington Corp., Alexandria, VA.

The booklet is intended to assist young people to secure information important to making vocational choices. Information about the following workers is included: (1) cashiers, (2) keypunch operators, (3) mail carriers and postal clerks, (4) secretaries, (5) shipping and receiving clerks, (6) stock clerks and general stock handlers, (7) typists,…

78 FR 70525 - Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Initiation of Status Review of Arctic Grayling in...

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2013-11-26

... Arctic grayling on or before September 30, 2014. For additional information on the biology or previous...: (1) General information concerning the taxonomy, biology, ecology, genetics, and status of the Arctic...) Habitat requirements for feeding, breeding, and sheltering, including particular physical or biological...

Mapping the Idea: A Notetaking System.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Driskell, Jeanette

"Mapping" is a note-taking technique by which students use visual cues to isolate, emphasize, and group information meaningfully. Features of this technique include: organizing the note page laterally, so that general topics are on the left side and supportive information is on the right side; separating topics by horizontal lines;…

The Internet: A Selective Annotated Bibliography of Print Material.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Giguere, Marlene

1993-01-01

Describes 38 introductory print materials the novice may consult before using the Internet, including guides and directories to resources; general information about the Internet; materials about Internet applications such as electronic mail, remote login, and file transfer; and information about Internet tools such as Archie, Gopher, and WAIS…

77 FR 42433 - Difenoconazole; Pesticide Tolerances

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2012-07-19

... INFORMATION: I. General Information A. Does this action apply to me? You may be potentially affected by this... affected entities may include, but are not limited to those engaged in the following activities: Crop... provide a guide for readers regarding entities likely to be affected by this action. Other types of...

Content Management Systems

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Wisniewski, Jeff; Stenstrom, Cheryl

2007-01-01

In this article, the authors provide a guide in acquiring content management system. They conducted a vendor survey that covers four areas: (1) general information about the product (including standards supported); (2) administration of the product; (3) functionality; and (4) contact information for readers who want to know more. A list of product…

76 FR 15993 - Revision of Agency Information Collection for Financial Assistance and Social Services

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2011-03-22

... Financial Assistance and Social Services AGENCY: Bureau of Indian Affairs, Interior. ACTION: Notice of... Assistance & Social Services, 25 CFR 20.'' The information collection is currently authorized by OMB Control... applicants to complete an ISP in order to obtain General Assistance. Revisions include changes to the...

49 CFR 544.5 - General requirements for reports.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

... October 25, beginning on October 25, 1986. This report shall contain the information required by § 544.6...., the report due by October 25, 2011 will contain the required information for the 2008 calendar year... words “Insurer Report”; (2) Identify the insurer, including all subsidiary companies, on whose behalf...

New information and social trust: asymmetry and perseverance of attributions about hazard managers.

PubMed

Cvetkovich, George; Siegrist, Michael; Murray, Rachel; Tragesser, Sarah

2002-04-01

It has been argued that news about negative events has a much stronger effect on decreasing social trust than does news about positive events on increasing it. This asymmetry principle of trust was investigated in two surveys that also investigated the perseverance of trust. The possibility that established trust attributions persevere in the face of new information raises questions about the limits of trust asymmetry. The two studies yielded evidence that both type of news (good versus bad) and initial general trust in the nuclear power industry or the food supply industry affected level of trust. Compared to individuals trusting the industry, those distrusting the industry exhibited less trust following both bad and good news events. Study I also found that judged informativeness and judged positiveness of news events were affected by type of news and general trust of the industry. Individuals low in general trust of the nuclear power industry judged both bad news and good news as less positive than did those high in general trust. Those low in general trust judged bad news as more informative than good news and than did those high in general trust. An important implication of the perseverance of trust is to focus attention on including not only the effects of information about specific events and actions, but also on the judgment processes underlying social trust. The Salient Value Similarity model is suggested as one way of accounting for these psychological processes.

How information about other people's personal experiences can help with healthcare decision-making: a qualitative study.

PubMed

Entwistle, Vikki Ann; France, Emma F; Wyke, Sally; Jepson, Ruth; Hunt, Kate; Ziebland, Sue; Thompson, Andrew

2011-12-01

To investigate people's views of using 'general facts' and information about other people's 'personal experiences' for health-related decision-making. Sixty-two people, who between them had experience of five different focal health issues, participated in 12 focus groups and 9 interviews. Exploration of uses of the two types of information was supported by discussion of illustrative excerpts. There was less discussion of 'general facts'; participants thought it obvious that good decisions required these. Participants reported having used 'personal experiences' information to: recognise decisions that needed consideration; identify options; appraise options and make selections (including by developing and reflecting on their reasoning about possible choices); and support coping strategies. Their inclination to use 'personal experiences' information was apparently moderated by assessments of personal relevance, the motives of information providers and the 'balance' of experiences presented. People can use 'personal experiences' information in various ways to support their decision-making, and exercise some discrimination as they do. 'Personal experiences' information may help people in a number of ways in relation to decision-making. However, 'personal experiences' information does not replace the need for 'general facts' and care should be taken when it is used in resources for patients. Copyright © 2011 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved.

A Remedy for Women's Health Collections.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Bibel, Barbara

1993-01-01

Presents an annotated bibliography of 38 current women's health books that indicates essential purchases for libraries interested in developing a core collection. Topics addressed include general information; gynecological health; premenstrual syndrome; heart disease; cancer; menopause; sexuality; and a sidebar that includes relevant books in…

44 CFR 62.24 - WYO participation criteria.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-10-01

... accounting firm performed in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles that show no material..., including marketing of flood insurance policies, the applicant will submit information concerning its plans for the WYO Program including plans for the training and support of producers and staff, marketing...

Atha Road Elementary School, Monroe, Georgia.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Design Cost Data, 2002

2002-01-01

Describes the building design of the library and technology center named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes a general description; information on the architect, construction team, and manufacturers and suppliers; and a case study of costs and specifications. (EV)

Situation Report - El Salvador, Republic of Korea, and South Africa.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Planned Parenthood Federation, London (England).

Data relating to population and family planning in three foreign countries are presented in these situation reports. Countries included are El Salvador, Republic of Korea, and South Africa. Information is provided under two topics, general background and family planning situation, where appropriate and if it is available. General background covers…

The Internet and Its Importance for Those with Disabilities: An Example.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Uhran, John J., Jr.; Beery, Peter; Wilkerson, Melissa

This paper presents a generalized solution to the problems that people with disabilities face regarding accessing the Internet. Of particular interest is the way in which the authors' paradigm allows for enhanced interaction with information resources, including distance learning and education in general. A basic overview is provided of the…

26 CFR 1.6050H-0 - Table of contents.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-04-01

..., 1989. (i) Failure to file return or to furnish statement. (ii) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to...) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to include correct information. (f) Requirement to request and to obtain TIN. (1) In general. (2) Manner of requesting TIN. (g) Effective date. (1) In general. (2) Points...

26 CFR 1.6050H-0 - Table of contents.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-04-01

..., 1989. (i) Failure to file return or to furnish statement. (ii) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to...) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to include correct information. (f) Requirement to request and to obtain TIN. (1) In general. (2) Manner of requesting TIN. (g) Effective date. (1) In general. (2) Points...

26 CFR 1.6050H-0 - Table of contents.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-04-01

..., 1989. (i) Failure to file return or to furnish statement. (ii) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to...) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to include correct information. (f) Requirement to request and to obtain TIN. (1) In general. (2) Manner of requesting TIN. (g) Effective date. (1) In general. (2) Points...

26 CFR 1.6050H-0 - Table of contents.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-04-01

..., 1989. (i) Failure to file return or to furnish statement. (ii) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to...) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to include correct information. (f) Requirement to request and to obtain TIN. (1) In general. (2) Manner of requesting TIN. (g) Effective date. (1) In general. (2) Points...

26 CFR 1.6050H-0 - Table of contents.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-04-01

..., 1989. (i) Failure to file return or to furnish statement. (ii) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to...) Failure to furnish TIN. (iii) Failure to include correct information. (f) Requirement to request and to obtain TIN. (1) In general. (2) Manner of requesting TIN. (g) Effective date. (1) In general. (2) Points...

30 CFR 939.773 - Requirements for permits and permit processing.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... law, including: the Wetlands Protection Act (R.I. General Laws Section 2-1-22); Chapter 20 of the Waters and Navigation Act (petitions for ditches and drains) (R.I. General Laws Section 46-20-1 et seq... supplementary information to ensure compliance with applicable Federal laws and regulations other than the Act...

30 CFR 939.773 - Requirements for permits and permit processing.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-07-01

... law, including: the Wetlands Protection Act (R.I. General Laws Section 2-1-22); Chapter 20 of the Waters and Navigation Act (petitions for ditches and drains) (R.I. General Laws Section 46-20-1 et seq... supplementary information to ensure compliance with applicable Federal laws and regulations other than the Act...

30 CFR 939.773 - Requirements for permits and permit processing.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-07-01

... law, including: the Wetlands Protection Act (R.I. General Laws Section 2-1-22); Chapter 20 of the Waters and Navigation Act (petitions for ditches and drains) (R.I. General Laws Section 46-20-1 et seq... supplementary information to ensure compliance with applicable Federal laws and regulations other than the Act...

30 CFR 939.773 - Requirements for permits and permit processing.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-07-01

... law, including: the Wetlands Protection Act (R.I. General Laws Section 2-1-22); Chapter 20 of the Waters and Navigation Act (petitions for ditches and drains) (R.I. General Laws Section 46-20-1 et seq... supplementary information to ensure compliance with applicable Federal laws and regulations other than the Act...

30 CFR 939.773 - Requirements for permits and permit processing.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... law, including: the Wetlands Protection Act (R.I. General Laws Section 2-1-22); Chapter 20 of the Waters and Navigation Act (petitions for ditches and drains) (R.I. General Laws Section 46-20-1 et seq... supplementary information to ensure compliance with applicable Federal laws and regulations other than the Act...

78 FR 49764 - Certain Portable Electronic Communications Devices, Including Mobile Phones and Components...

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2013-08-15

... CONTACT: Michael Liberman, Esq., Office of the General Counsel, U.S. International Trade Commission, 500 E..., 500 E Street SW., Washington, DC 20436, telephone (202) 205-2000. General information concerning the... Practice and Procedure (19 CFR 210.42-.46). Issued: August 12, 2013. By order of the Commission. Lisa R...

Enhancing Retrieval with Hyperlinks: A General Model Based on Propositional Argumentation Systems.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Picard, Justin; Savoy, Jacques

2003-01-01

Discusses the use of hyperlinks for improving information retrieval on the World Wide Web and proposes a general model for using hyperlinks based on Probabilistic Argumentation Systems. Topics include propositional logic, knowledge, and uncertainty; assumptions; using hyperlinks to modify document score and rank; and estimating the popularity of a…

Organizing for the Future Requires the Non-Aristotelian Lens of a Dragonfly.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Collins, Marla Del

To organize for the future requires non-Aristotelian thinking...a multifaceted wide-angle lens revealing hidden information. A multifaceted lens includes at least three general systems of evaluation, all of which promote complex thinking. The three systems are general semantics, postmodern feminist philosophy, and the unifying principle of…

78 FR 61324 - Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request-Special Nutrition...

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2013-10-03

... Programs. The study is designed to collect data from a nationally representative sample of public School... the on-site data collection that was included in Year 2. The study will provide general descriptive... study will help FNS obtain: [ssquf] General descriptive data on the CN programs characteristics to help...

76 FR 12563 - Amendments to General Regulations of the Food and Drug Administration; Confirmation of Effective...

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2011-03-08

... Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act, by revising the Agency's regulations to require tobacco..., 2010 (75 FR 73951). The direct final rule amends certain general regulations of FDA to include tobacco..., 2011. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gerie A. Voss, Center for Tobacco Products, Food and Drug...

Getting right to the point: identifying Australian outpatients' priorities and preferences for patient-centred quality improvement in chronic disease care.

PubMed

Fradgley, Elizabeth A; Paul, Christine L; Bryant, Jamie; Oldmeadow, Christopher

2016-09-01

To identify specific actions for patient-centred quality improvement in chronic disease outpatient settings, this study identified patients' general and specific preferences among a comprehensive suite of initiatives for change. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in three hospital-based clinics specializing in oncology, neurology and cardiology care located in New South Wales, Australia. Adult English-speaking outpatients completed the touch-screen Consumer Preferences Survey in waiting rooms or treatment areas. Participants selected up to 23 general initiatives that would improve their experience. Using adaptive branching, participants could select an additional 110 detailed initiatives and complete a relative prioritization exercise. A total of 541 individuals completed the survey (71.1% consent, 73.1% completion). Commonly selected general initiatives, presented in order of decreasing priority (along with sample proportion), included: improved parking (60.3%), up-to-date information provision (15.0%), ease of clinic contact (12.9%), access to information at home (12.8%), convenient appointment scheduling (14.2%), reduced wait-times (19.8%) and information on medical emergencies (11.1%). To address these general initiatives, 40 detailed initiatives were selected by respondents. Initiatives targeting service accessibility and information provision, such as parking and up-to-date information on patient prognoses and progress, were commonly selected and perceived to be of relatively greater priority. Specific preferences included the need for clinics to provide patient-designated parking in close proximity to the clinic, information on treatment progress and test results (potentially in the form of designated brief appointments or via telehealth) and comprehensive and trustworthy lists of information sources to access at home. © The Author 2016. Published by Oxford University Press in association with the International Society for Quality in Health Care. All rights reserved. For permissions, please e-mail: journals.permissions@oup.com.

Statistical speed of quantum states: Generalized quantum Fisher information and Schatten speed

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Gessner, Manuel; Smerzi, Augusto

2018-02-01

We analyze families of measures for the quantum statistical speed which include as special cases the quantum Fisher information, the trace speed, i.e., the quantum statistical speed obtained from the trace distance, and more general quantifiers obtained from the family of Schatten norms. These measures quantify the statistical speed under generic quantum evolutions and are obtained by maximizing classical measures over all possible quantum measurements. We discuss general properties, optimal measurements, and upper bounds on the speed of separable states. We further provide a physical interpretation for the trace speed by linking it to an analog of the quantum Cramér-Rao bound for median-unbiased quantum phase estimation.

Evaluation of streamflow records in Rogue River basin, Oregon

USGS Publications Warehouse

Richardson, Donald

1952-01-01

This report presents data which are, in general, supplementary to those the surface-water investigations made in the past by the U. S. Geological Survey. Those have been essentially investigations of the operation of the many gaging stations on the Rogue River and tributaries. The data presented were obtained from a detailed field investigation of the various #actors resulting from man-made structures that influence the quantity or regimen of the flow at the gaging stations. These factors include diversions from the stream, bypass channels carrying water around the gaging stations, return flow from irrigation or other projects, storage and release of flood waters, and other similar factors. Where feasible, the location, size, effect upon the streamflow periods of use, method of operation,, and similar information are. given. The information is divided into sections corresponding to areas determined by the location of gaging stations. An index of streamflow records is included. A section dealing with the adequacy of available water-resources data and containing location and period of record also is included. This information is given in general terms only, and is portrayed mainly by maps and graphs.

Effectiveness of a discharge education program in reducing the severity of postpartum depression: a randomized controlled evaluation study.

PubMed

Ho, Shiao-Ming; Heh, Shu-Shya; Jevitt, Cecilia M; Huang, Lian-Hua; Fu, Yu-Ying; Wang, Li-Lin

2009-10-01

The effectiveness of a hospital discharge education program including information on postnatal depression was evaluated to reduce psychological morbidity after childbirth. A randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted in a regional hospital in Taipei. Two hundred first-time mothers agreed to take part and were randomly allocated to an intervention group (n=100) or control group (n=100). The intervention group received discharge education on postnatal depression provided by postpartum ward nurses. The control group received general postpartum education. The main outcome measure was the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) administered by postal questionnaire at six weeks and three months after delivery. Women who received discharge education intervention on postnatal depression were less likely to have high depression scores when compared to the control group at three months postpartum. A discharge educational intervention including postnatal depression information given to women during the postpartum stay benefits psychological well-being. A postpartum discharge education program including information on postnatal depression should be integrated into postpartum discharge care in general practice. 2009 Elsevier Ireland Ltd.

Soviet Space Stations as Analogs, Second Edition

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Bluth, B. J.; Helppie, Martha

1986-01-01

The available literature that discusses the various aspects of the Soviet Salyut 6 and Salyut 7 space staions are examined as related to human productivity. The methodology for this analog was a search of unclassified literature. Additional information was obtained in interviews with the cosmonauts and some Soviet space personnel. Topics include: general layout and design of the spacecraft system; cosmonauts role in maintenance and repair; general layout and design of the Mir complex; effects of the environment on personnel; information and computer systems; organization systems; personality systems; and physical conditin of the cosmonaut.

Information and communication technology in medical education: an experience from a developing country.

PubMed

Houshyari, Asefeh Badiey; Bahadorani, Mahnaz; Tootoonchi, Mina; Gardiner, John Jacob Zucker; Peña, Roberto A; Adibi, Peyman

2012-03-01

This literature review was conducted using PubMed-Medline, PubMed-Central and ERIC databases, 1979- 2010, for research studies and pertinent theoretical publications including journals and texts. Key search words included general terms such as: "medical education," "information and communication technology in medical education," "medical students' computer skills" and "ICT use among medical students". Theoretical approaches were included to place the review within an educational and social context, and selected studies to demonstrate use of ICT in medical education through time and in different countries.

46 CFR 170.110 - Stability booklet.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-10-01

... calculations done including assumptions. (11) General precautions for preventing unintentional flooding. (12) A... require cross-flooding for survival and information concerning the use of any special cross-flooding...

46 CFR 170.110 - Stability booklet.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-10-01

... calculations done including assumptions. (11) General precautions for preventing unintentional flooding. (12) A... require cross-flooding for survival and information concerning the use of any special cross-flooding...

46 CFR 170.110 - Stability booklet.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-10-01

... calculations done including assumptions. (11) General precautions for preventing unintentional flooding. (12) A... require cross-flooding for survival and information concerning the use of any special cross-flooding...

46 CFR 170.110 - Stability booklet.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

... calculations done including assumptions. (11) General precautions for preventing unintentional flooding. (12) A... require cross-flooding for survival and information concerning the use of any special cross-flooding...

12 CFR 266.2 - Definitions.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

... dealings with the public. (c) Appear personally includes personal appearance or attendance before, or... requests for general information or explanations of Board policy or interpretation shall not be construed...

Passaic River 101

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

This page contains general information and also examples of programs and organizations working in the Passaic location including: cleaning up the Passaic, US Army Corps of Engineers, the Newark Riverfront Park

Urban Waters Small Grants 101

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

General information on Urban Waters Small Grants is provided in this document. Grantees are listed by themes, including Environmental Justice, Water Quality, Job Training and Creation, and Green Infrastructure.

Onto-Agents-Enabling Intelligent Agents on the Web

DTIC Science & Technology

2005-05-01

AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY INFORMATION DIRECTORATE ROME RESEARCH SITE ROME, NEW YORK STINFO FINAL REPORT This report has been reviewed...by the Air Force Research Laboratory, Information Directorate, Public Affairs Office (IFOIPA) and is releasable to the National Technical... Information Service (NTIS). At NTIS it will be releasable to the general public, including foreign nations. AFRL-IF-RS-TR-2005-178 has been reviewed

Pathfinder. Volume 9, Number 2, March/April 2011

DTIC Science & Technology

2011-03-01

vides audio, video, desktop sharing and chat.” The platform offers a real-time, Web- based presentation tool to create information and general...collection of information is estimated to average 1 hour per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources...gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information . Send comments regarding this burden estimate or

Best Practices in the Evaluation of Large-scale STEM-focused Events: A Review of Recent Literature

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Shebby, S.; Cobb, W. H.; Buxner, S.; Shipp, S. S.

2015-12-01

Each year, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) sponsors a variety of educational events to share information with educators, students, and the general public. Intended outcomes of these events include increased interest in and awareness of the mission and goals of NASA. Events range in size from relatively small family science nights at a local school to large-scale mission and celestial event celebrations involving thousands of members of the general public. To support community members in designing event evaluations, the Science Mission Directorate (SMD) Planetary Science Forum sponsored the creation of a Best Practices Guide. The guide was generated by reviewing published large-scale event evaluation reports; however, the best practices described within are pertinent for all event organizers and evaluators regardless of event size. Each source included in the guide identified numerous challenges to conducting their event evaluation. These included difficulty in identifying extant instruments or items, collecting representative data, and disaggregating data to inform different evaluation questions. Overall, the guide demonstrates that evaluations of the large-scale events are generally done at a very basic level, with the types of data collected limited to observable demographic information and participant reactions collected via online survey. In addition to these findings, this presentation will describe evaluation best practices that will help practitioners move beyond these basic indicators and examine how to make the evaluation process an integral—and valuable—element of event planning, ultimately informing event outcomes and impacts. It will provide detailed information on five recommendations presented in the guide: 1) consider evaluation methodology, including data analysis, in advance; 2) design data collection instruments well in advance of the event; 3) collect data at different times and from multiple sources; 4) use technology to make the job easier; and 5) be aware of how challenging it is to measure impact.

Layered Deposits and Pitted Terrain in the Circum Hellas Region

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Moore, J. M.; Howard, A. D.

2005-01-01

Much of the southern highlands has been mantled since the Noachian, including a general blanket of possibly airfall-derived sediment that softens the landscape, the Electris mantle including knobby chaos in several basins, and a variety of deposits that are the subject of this study that share the common characteristics of being generally confined to basins and crater floors and that manifest irregular interior depressions. Many of these features occur in a zone surrounding Hellas. These deposits share the general characteristics of having fairly smooth, nearly planar surfaces and abrupt scarps bordering interior and marginal depressions. Despite these common characteristics, a wide range of morphologies occurs. Several end-members are discussed below. Additional information is included in the original extended abstract.

The Alert Collector. Workplace Violence: Information Sources.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Lewis, Janice S., Ed.; Stankus, Tony, Ed.

1995-01-01

Discusses workplace violence with a focus on disgruntled employees and library violence; reviews recent reports and recommended training. Highlights include workplace violence in general and violence in libraries. An annotated bibliography on workplace violence includes print indexes; electronic resources; journals and newsletters; and videotapes.…

Combining Multiple Forms Of Visual Information To Specify Contact Relations In Spatial Layout

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Sedgwick, Hal A.

1990-03-01

An expert system, called Layout2, has been described, which models a subset of available visual information for spatial layout. The system is used to examine detailed interactions between multiple, partially redundant forms of information in an environment-centered geometrical model of an environment obeying certain rather general constraints. This paper discusses the extension of Layout2 to include generalized contact relations between surfaces. In an environment-centered model, the representation of viewer-centered distance is replaced by the representation of environmental location. This location information is propagated through the representation of the environment by a network of contact relations between contiguous surfaces. Perspective information interacts with other forms of information to specify these contact relations. The experimental study of human perception of contact relations in extended spatial layouts is also discussed. Differences between human results and Layout2 results reveal limitations in the human ability to register available information; they also point to the existence of certain forms of information not yet formalized in Layout2.

A review and evaluation of the Langley Research Center's Scientific and Technical Information Program. Results of phase 5. Design and evaluation of STI systems: A selected, annotated bibliography

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Pinelli, T. E.; Hinnebusch, P. A.; Jaffe, J. M.

1981-01-01

A selected, annotated bibliography of literature citations related to the design and evaluation of STI systems is presented. The use of manual and machine-readable literature searches; the review of numerous books, periodicals reports, and papers; and the selection and annotation of literature citations were required. The bibliography was produced because the information was needed to develop the methodology for the review and evaluation project, and a survey of the literature did not reveal the existence of a single published source of information pertinent to the subject. Approximately 200 citations are classified in four subject areas. The areas include information - general; information systems - design and evaluation, including information products and services; information - use and need; and information - economics.

Wavefront Curvature Sensing from Image Projections

DTIC Science & Technology

2006-09-01

entrance pupil. The generalized pupil function, denoted P, provides a basic 1-7 mathematical model for the optical �eld at the system pupil: P(x; y...pupil or aperture radius, RP , may be included in Zernike functions and windowing functions to give the notation more generality . Given some ...promises a much faster read out time from the CCD along with some amount of information useful for estimating pupil phase. A General Image Projection

ASD Strobe Light Evaluation

DTIC Science & Technology

1977-06-01

Report for Period 3 June 1975 -- 22 October 1976 Approved for public relleas; distribution unlimritedZ] GENERAL OFFICER PANEL. FOR SAFETY MAIfTERS...LI.USAF DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERAL C2WASHINGTON, DC 2O3ýO AVIONICS AND AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES SPO O ’CT 36 1977 DEPUTY FOR AEkONAUTICAL EQUIPMENT WRIGHT...01) and is zeleaiable to the National Technical Information Service (NTIS). At WrIS, i- will be available to the general public, including foreign

Seminar: Legal Perspectives of Nursing Practice. Nursing 89.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Willis, Odette P.

This course outline provides information to be used by students in conjunction with Nursing 89, a seminar on the legal aspects of nursing to be offered starting in Spring 1982 at Diablo University (California). General information is provided first, including a class calendar, a statement defining the purpose of the course, an outline of…

38 CFR 61.80 - General operation requirements for supportive housing and service centers.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

..., job training and job placement services (including job readiness, job counseling, and literacy and... to be provided; and (4) Contacts for specific information and changes. (Authority: 38 U.S.C. 501... information collection requirements in this section under control number 2900-0554) [68 FR 13594, Mar. 19...

40 CFR 725.80 - General provisions for confidentiality claims.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... part, including any attachments, for which claims of confidentiality are made, the claim(s) must be... information claimed as confidential in the first copy must be deleted. EPA will place the second copy in the... make the information public and place it in the public file without further notice to the submitter. ...

77 FR 66658 - Self-Regulatory Organizations; NASDAQ Stock Market LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate...

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2012-11-06

... Account Information), and adopting the Rule 4510A Series (Books and Records Requirements). The series includes Rule 4511A (General Requirement), which incorporates FINRA Rule 4511; Rule 4512A (Customer Account Information), which incorporates FINRA Rule 4512; Rule 4513A (Records of Written Customer Complaints), which...

15 CFR Appendix 1 to Part 960 - Filing Instructions and Information To Be Included in the Licensing Application

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-01-01

..., DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE GENERAL REGULATIONS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DATA SERVICE LICENSING OF PRIVATE REMOTE... and Information Service (NESDIS), NOAA, Department of Commerce, 1335 East West Highway, Silver Spring... applicant's total indebtedness; (ix) A person upon who service of all documents may be made. (2) A...

15 CFR Appendix 1 to Part 960 - Filing Instructions and Information To Be Included in the Licensing Application

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-01-01

..., DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE GENERAL REGULATIONS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DATA SERVICE LICENSING OF PRIVATE REMOTE... and Information Service (NESDIS), NOAA, Department of Commerce, 1335 East West Highway, Silver Spring... applicant's total indebtedness; (ix) A person upon who service of all documents may be made. (2) A...

Wave Energy Prize - General Information

DOE Data Explorer

Scharmen, Wesley

2016-12-01

All the informational files, templates, rules and guidelines for Wave Energy Prize (WEP), including the Wave Energy Prize Rules, Participant Terms and Conditions Template, WEC Prize Name, Logo, Branding, WEC Publicity, Technical Submission Template , Numerical Modeling Template, SSTF Submission Template, 1/20th Scale Model Design and Construction Plan Template, Final Report template, and Webinars.

The Great War: Online Resources.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Duncanson, Bruce

2002-01-01

Presents an annotated bibliography of Web sites about World War I. Includes: (1) general Web sites; (2) Web sites with information during the war; (3) Web sites with information about post-World War I; (4) Web sites that provide photos, sound files of speeches, and propaganda posters; and (5) Web sites with lesson plans. (CMK)

77 FR 2077 - Intent To Request Renewal From OMB of One Current Public Collection of Information: Rail...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2012-01-13

... carriers, including each carrier operating light rail or heavy rail transit service on track that is part of the general railroad system of transportation and rail transit systems. Also, these persons are... any threat information. In addition, freight railroad carriers and the affected shippers and receivers...

Dental Care for the Mentally Retarded; A Handbook for Ward Personnel.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Alabama Univ., Birmingham. Dental Advisory Committee.

Included in a handbook are discussions on general information for dental health for the institutionalized retarded, their need for dental care, the attendant's role in providing care, dental information for the attendant, how and when to use a toothbrush, care of toothbrushes and equipment, and indications of abnormal mouth conditions. Information…

78 FR 6673 - National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Reciprocating Internal Combustion...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2013-01-30

... include alternative testing options for certain large spark ignition (generally natural gas-fueled... action under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2008-0708. The EPA also relies on materials in Docket ID Nos. EPA... Business Information or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Certain other material...

IFLA General Conference, 1985. International Association of Law Libraries (IALL) Round-Table on Access to Information in International Legal Research. Papers.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Papers on international access to information pertaining to legal research, which were presented at the 1985 conference of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) include: (1) "Materials of European Intergovernmental Organizations and Their Accessibility through Available Research Tools" (Irene Berkey, Northwestern…

Computers and Information Systems in Planning and Related Governmental Functions.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Tucker, Dorothy; Vance, Mary, Ed.

The 266 items cited include material published since July 1960, organized in the following ten groups: (1) general discussion, and feasibility; (2) statewide electronic data processing (EDP) systems; (3) EDP in local governments; (4) intergovernmental EDP systems; (5) EDP in the planning agency; (6) data banks and information systems; (7) computer…

20 CFR 401.55 - Access to medical records.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

2013-04-01

... 20 Employees' Benefits 2 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Access to medical records. 401.55 Section 401... INFORMATION The Privacy Act § 401.55 Access to medical records. (a) General. You have a right to access your medical records, including any psychological information that we maintain. (b) Medical records procedures...

78 FR 48632 - Releasing Information; General Provisions; Accounting and Reporting Requirements; Reports of...

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2013-08-09

... the confidentiality of borrower information. The system of internal controls, at a minimum, must... and maintain an effective system of internal controls over the data included in the report of accounts... system of internal controls, at a minimum, must comply with the requirements of applicable Farm Credit...

40 CFR 125.72 - Early screening of applications for section 316(a) variances.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... necessary; (3) A general description of the type of data, studies, experiments and other information which... filed, the discharger shall submit for the Director's approval a detailed plan of study which the... nature and extent of the following type of information to be included in the plan of study: Biological...

40 CFR 125.72 - Early screening of applications for section 316(a) variances.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... necessary; (3) A general description of the type of data, studies, experiments and other information which... filed, the discharger shall submit for the Director's approval a detailed plan of study which the... nature and extent of the following type of information to be included in the plan of study: Biological...

Bibliography on Multicultural Activities in the Classroom: A Listing of Resources.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Brady, Mary Lou; Geile, Carole

This bibliography contains information on multicultural activities in the classroom. It is divided into three sections: a list of 97 book resources, a list of 59 journal articles, and a list of 17 ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) resources. The resources include general multicultural teaching guides and specific topical resources:…

78 FR 68096 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; American...

Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

2013-11-13

.... The Supplement also includes questions on general health and physical exercise. Information collected in the Supplement will be published as a public use data set to facilitate research on numerous topics, such as the association between eating patterns, physical activity, and Body Mass Index; time-use...

HOW TO FIND OUT ABOUT PHYSICS.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

YATES, B.

SOURCES OF PHYSICS INFORMATION ARE INCLUDED IN THIS GUIDE. IT WAS WRITTEN FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS OF PHYSICS, AT BOTH THE COLLEGE AND SECONDARY LEVELS, PHYSICISTS, LIBRARIANS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC. MATERIALS QUOTED WERE PUBLISHED PRIOR TO 1963 AND WERE SELECTED ON THE BASIS OF THE AUTHOR'S EXPERIENCE AS AN INFORMATION SCIENTIST. DEWEY DECIMAL…

General Aviation Weather Encounter Case Studies

DTIC Science & Technology

2012-09-01

METARs),.terminal.aerodrome.forecasts. ( TAFs ),.airmen’s.meteorological.information.(AIRMETs),. significant.meteorological.information/advisories.(SIG...and. TAFs . were. collected.for.the.departure,.destination,.and.encounter/ diversion.times.and.locations.in.each.case ..The.AIRMETs,. SIGMETs...These.data.included.the.METARs,. TAFs ,. AIR/SIGMETs,. NEXRAD. echoes,. and. pilot. reports. (PIREPs).of.the.hazard ..The.following.analysis.outlines

38 CFR 61.80 - General operation requirements for supportive housing and service centers.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-07-01

..., job training and job placement services (including job readiness, job counseling, and literacy and... to be provided; and (4) Contacts for specific information and changes. (Authority: 38 U.S.C. 501... information collection requirements in this section under control number 2900-0554) [68 FR 13594, Mar. 19...

41 CFR 102-5.85 - What information should our determination for field work include if positions are identified...

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... 41 Public Contracts and Property Management 3 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false What information should...? 102-5.85 Section 102-5.85 Public Contracts and Property Management Federal Property Management Regulations System (Continued) FEDERAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION GENERAL 5-HOME-TO-WORK TRANSPORTATION Authorizing...

PoliNet and Information Utilities: Using Telecommunications in Political Science and Public Administration Education and Research.

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

Vasu, Michael L.; Garson, G. David

General information utilities and specialized networks, such as PoliNet, provide educators and researchers in public administration and allied fields with a diversity of new tools which include: (1) bibliographic searching; (2) international teleconferencing; (3) electronic news clipping services; (4) electronic mail; and (5) free public domain…

Decision-Making in Flight with Different Convective Weather Information Sources: Preliminary Results from the Langley CoWS Experiment (COnvective Weather Sources)

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Chamberlain, Jim; Latorella, Kara

2003-01-01

This viewgraph presentation provides information on an airborne experiment designed to test the decision making of pilots receiving different sources of meteorological data. The presentation covers the equipment used in the COnvective Weather Sources (CoWS) Experiment), including the information system and display devices available to some of the subjects. It also describes the experiment, which featured teams of general aviation pilots, who were onboard but did not actually fly the aircraft used in the experiment. The presentation includes the results of a survey of the subjects' confidence.

Biasing and the search for primordial non-Gaussianity beyond the local type

DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV)

Gleyzes, Jérôme; De Putter, Roland; Doré, Olivier

Primordial non-Gaussianity encodes valuable information about the physics of inflation, including the spectrum of particles and interactions. Significant improvements in our understanding of non-Gaussanity beyond Planck require information from large-scale structure. The most promising approach to utilize this information comes from the scale-dependent bias of halos. For local non-Gaussanity, the improvements available are well studied but the potential for non-Gaussianity beyond the local type, including equilateral and quasi-single field inflation, is much less well understood. In this paper, we forecast the capabilities of large-scale structure surveys to detect general non-Gaussianity through galaxy/halo power spectra. We study how non-Gaussanity can bemore » distinguished from a general biasing model and where the information is encoded. For quasi-single field inflation, significant improvements over Planck are possible in some regions of parameter space. We also show that the multi-tracer technique can significantly improve the sensitivity for all non-Gaussianity types, providing up to an order of magnitude improvement for equilateral non-Gaussianity over the single-tracer measurement.« less

Quality of drug information on the World Wide Web and strategies to improve pages with poor information quality. An intervention study on pages about sildenafil.

PubMed

Martin-Facklam, Meret; Kostrzewa, Michael; Martin, Peter; Haefeli, Walter E

2004-01-01

The generally poor quality of health information on the world wide web (WWW) has caused preventable adverse outcomes. Quality management of information on the internet is therefore critical given its widespread use. In order to develop strategies for the safe use of drugs, we scored general and content quality of pages about sildenafil and performed an intervention to improve their quality. The internet was searched with Yahoo and AltaVista for pages about sildenafil and 303 pages were included. For assessment of content quality a score based on accuracy and completeness of essential drug information was assigned. For assessment of general quality, four criteria were evaluated and their association with high content quality was determined by multivariate logistic regression analysis. The pages were randomly allocated to either control or intervention group. Evaluation took place before, as well as 7 and 22 weeks after an intervention which consisted of two letters with individualized feedback information on the respective page which were sent electronically to the address mentioned on the page. Providing references to scientific publications or prescribing information was significantly associated with high content quality (odds ratio: 8.2, 95% CI 3.2, 20.5). The intervention had no influence on general or content quality. To prevent adverse outcomes caused by misinformation on the WWW individualized feedback to the address mentioned on the page was ineffective. It is currently probably the most straight-forward approach to inform lay persons about indicators of high information quality, i.e. the provision of references.

Generalized laws of thermodynamics in the presence of correlations.

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Bera, Manabendra N; Riera, Arnau; Lewenstein, Maciej; Winter, Andreas

2017-12-19

The laws of thermodynamics, despite their wide range of applicability, are known to break down when systems are correlated with their environments. Here we generalize thermodynamics to physical scenarios which allow presence of correlations, including those where strong correlations are present. We exploit the connection between information and physics, and introduce a consistent redefinition of heat dissipation by systematically accounting for the information flow from system to bath in terms of the conditional entropy. As a consequence, the formula for the Helmholtz free energy is accordingly modified. Such a remedy not only fixes the apparent violations of Landauer's erasure principle and the second law due to anomalous heat flows, but also leads to a generally valid reformulation of the laws of thermodynamics. In this information-theoretic approach, correlations between system and environment store work potential. Thus, in this view, the apparent anomalous heat flows are the refrigeration processes driven by such potentials.

Medicines information provided by pharmaceutical representatives: a comparative study in Australia and Malaysia

PubMed Central

2010-01-01

Background Pharmaceutical representatives provide medicines information on their promoted products to doctors. However, studies have shown that the quality of this information is often low. No study has assessed the medicines information provided by pharmaceutical representatives to doctors in Malaysia and no recent evidence in Australia is present. We aimed to compare the provision of medicines information by pharmaceutical representatives to doctors in Australia and Malaysia. Methods Following a pharmaceutical representative's visit, general practitioners in Australia and Malaysia who had agreed to participate, were asked to fill out a questionnaire on the main product and claims discussed during the encounter. The questionnaire focused on provision of product information including indications, adverse effects, precautions, contraindications and the provision of information on the Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme (PBS) listings and restrictions (in Australia only). Descriptive statistics were produced. Chi-square analysis and clustered linear regression were used to assess differences in Australia and Malaysia. Results Significantly more approved product information sheets were provided in Malaysia (78%) than in Australia (53%) (P < 0.001). In both countries, general practitioners reported that indications (Australia, 90%, Malaysia, 93%) and dosages (Australia, 76%, Malaysia, 82%) were frequently provided by pharmaceutical representatives. Contraindications, precautions, drug interactions and adverse effects were often omitted in the presentations (range 25% - 41%). General practitioners in Australia and Malaysia indicated that in more than 90% of presentations, pharmaceutical representatives partly or fully answered their questions on contraindications, precautions, drug interactions and adverse effects. More general practitioners in Malaysia (85%) than in Australia (60%) reported that pharmaceutical representatives should have mentioned contraindications, precautions for use, drug interaction or adverse effects spontaneously (P < 0.001). In 48% of the Australian presentations, general practitioners reported the pharmaceutical representatives failed to mention information on PBS listings to general practitioners. Conclusions Information on indications and dosages were usually provided by pharmaceutical representatives in Australia and Malaysia. However, risk and harmful effects of medicines were often missing in their presentations. Effective control of medicines information provided by pharmaceutical representatives is needed. PMID:21118551

A general framework for a collaborative water quality knowledge and information network.

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Dalcanale, Fernanda; Fontane, Darrell; Csapo, Jorge

2011-03-01

Increasing knowledge about the environment has brought about a better understanding of the complexity of the issues, and more information publicly available has resulted into a steady shift from centralized decision making to increasing levels of participatory processes. The management of that information, in turn, is becoming more complex. One of the ways to deal with the complexity is the development of tools that would allow all players, including managers, researchers, educators, stakeholders and the civil society, to be able to contribute to the information system, in any level they are inclined to do so. In this project, a search for the available technology for collaboration, methods of community filtering, and community-based review was performed and the possible implementation of these tools to create a general framework for a collaborative "Water Quality Knowledge and Information Network" was evaluated. The main goals of the network are to advance water quality education and knowledge; encourage distribution and access to data; provide networking opportunities; allow public perceptions and concerns to be collected; promote exchange of ideas; and, give general, open, and free access to information. A reference implementation was made available online and received positive feedback from the community, which also suggested some possible improvements.

A General Framework for a Collaborative Water Quality Knowledge and Information Network

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Dalcanale, Fernanda; Fontane, Darrell; Csapo, Jorge

2011-03-01

Increasing knowledge about the environment has brought about a better understanding of the complexity of the issues, and more information publicly available has resulted into a steady shift from centralized decision making to increasing levels of participatory processes. The management of that information, in turn, is becoming more complex. One of the ways to deal with the complexity is the development of tools that would allow all players, including managers, researchers, educators, stakeholders and the civil society, to be able to contribute to the information system, in any level they are inclined to do so. In this project, a search for the available technology for collaboration, methods of community filtering, and community-based review was performed and the possible implementation of these tools to create a general framework for a collaborative "Water Quality Knowledge and Information Network" was evaluated. The main goals of the network are to advance water quality education and knowledge; encourage distribution and access to data; provide networking opportunities; allow public perceptions and concerns to be collected; promote exchange of ideas; and, give general, open, and free access to information. A reference implementation was made available online and received positive feedback from the community, which also suggested some possible improvements.

Integrating the Liberal Arts and Chemistry: A Series of General Chemistry Assignments to Develop Science Literacy

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Miller, Diane M.; Chengelis Czegan, Demetra A.

2016-01-01

This paper describes assignments that have been implemented in a General Chemistry I course to promote science literacy. This course was chosen in particular because it reaches a broad audience, which includes nonscience majors. The assignment series begins with several discussions and tasks to develop information literacy, in which students find…

IFLA General Conference, 1986. Regional Activities Division. Session on Africa, Asia and Oceania, and Latin America. Papers.

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International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, The Hague (Netherlands).

Papers on regional activities in Africa, Asia and Oceania, and Latin America which were presented at the 1986 IFLA general conference include: (1) "Appropriate Technology for Libraries in Developing Countries" (Peter N. Chateh, Cameroon); (2) "The Impact of Information Technology on Libraries in Thailand--Present and Future…

Summary of State Policy Regulations for Public Sector Labor Relations: Statutes, Attorney Generals' Opinions and Selected Court Decisions.

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Labor Management Services Administration (DOL), Washington, DC. Div. of Public Employee Labor Relations.

This chart represents a state-by-state compilation of the numerous statutes, executive orders, attorney general opinions, and court decisions which govern state and local government labor relations. Where available, information on each authority includes: (1) administrative body, (2) bargaining rights, (3) recognition rights and procedure, (4)…

Teaching Language-Deviant Children to Generalize Newly Taught Language: A Socio-Ecological Approach. Volume II. Final Report.

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Schiefelbusch, R. L.; Rogers-Warren, Ann

The second volume of a final report on language generalization of severely and moderately retarded and mildly language delayed children is composed of eight appendixes. Introductory information lists project dissemination activities, including published articles and presented papers. Appendix 1 details the two language training programs used in…

Tests of Cognitive Ability

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2005-12-01

Industrial-Organizational Psychology , 2003). Reliability and validity are two core concepts that must be considered whether choosing a commercial test or...Critiques includes tests used in business, education, and psychology . It provides information regarding practical applications and uses, guidelines for...use (http://www.apa.org/science/faq-findtests.html). The same is generally true for the American Psychological Society TESTS OF GENERAL COGNITIVE

The Surgeon General's Policy Statement on Medical Aspects of Childhood Lead Poisoning.

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Steinfeld, Jesse L.

This document is a policy statement written by the Bureau of Community Environmental Management and approved by the Surgeon General of the U.S. Public Health Service. Its purpose is to assist in the development and implementation of programs for the control of lead poisoning in children. Information included covers the medical aspects of…

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Pesticide Advisory Committees and Regulatory Partners

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This site will provide all stakeholders, including the general public, with access to information about meetings of advisory committees, and how we work with state, territory, and tribal government partners.

Do GPs use electronic mental health resources? - a qualitative study.

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Austin, David; Pier, Ciaran; Mitchell, Joanna; Schattner, Peter; Wade, Victoria; Pierce, David; Klein, Britt

2006-05-01

The Better Outcomes in Mental Health Care (BOMHC) initiative encourages general practitioners to use electronic mental health resources (EMHRs) during consultation with patients requiring psychological assistance. However, there is little data on GPs' acceptance and use of EMHRs. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 27 GPs to determine their attitude toward EMHRs, and their use during consultation with patients. Few GPs reported frequently using EMHRs in consultation. Identified barriers to use included lack of familiarity with information technology, and insufficient knowledge of available resources. Identified advantages of electronic resources included high patient acceptance, time efficiency, and improved quality of information. General practitioners recognise several advantages of utilising electronic resources for managing patients with mental illness. However, GPs are not sufficiently familiar with electronic resources to use them effectively. This could be overcome by education.

RCRA Facility Information

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This asset includes hazardous waste information, which is mostly contained in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Information (RCRAInfo) System, a national program management and inventory system addressing hazardous waste handlers. In general, all entities that generate, transport, treat, store, and dispose of hazardous waste are required to provide information about their activities to state environmental agencies. These agencies pass on that information to regional and national EPA offices. This regulation is governed by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended by the Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984. RCRAInfo Search can be used to determine identification and location data for specific hazardous waste handlers and to find a wide range of information on treatment, storage, and disposal facilities regarding permit/closure status, compliance with Federal and State regulations, and cleanup activities. Categories of information in this asset include:-- Handlers-- Permit Information-- GIS information on facility location-- Financial Assurance-- Corrective Action-- Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement (CM&E)

The NII and the New World Trade Agreement.

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Smoot, Oliver

1994-01-01

Examines the relationship between the National Information Infrastructure (NII) and the new General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. Topics discussed include the reduction or elimination of tariffs on NII products; protection of copyrighted works; unresolved trade issues, including the European telecommunications market; standards; and privacy and…

Mesa Community College at Red Mountain, Mesa, Arizona.

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Design Cost Data, 2002

2002-01-01

Describes the Desert Willow Library and Classroom Building, Mesquite Student Services and Administration Building, Palo Verde Science Laboratories and Classroom Building, and Ironwood Central Plant of the title college, including educational context and design goals. Includes a general description; information on the architect, construction team,…

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Clinical Computing in General Dentistry

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Schleyer, Titus K.L.; Thyvalikakath, Thankam P.; Spallek, Heiko; Torres-Urquidy, Miguel H.; Hernandez, Pedro; Yuhaniak, Jeannie

2006-01-01

Objective: Measure the adoption and utilization of, opinions about, and attitudes toward clinical computing among general dentists in the United States. Design: Telephone survey of a random sample of 256 general dentists in active practice in the United States. Measurements: A 39-item telephone interview measuring practice characteristics and information technology infrastructure; clinical information storage; data entry and access; attitudes toward and opinions about clinical computing (features of practice management systems, barriers, advantages, disadvantages, and potential improvements); clinical Internet use; and attitudes toward the National Health Information Infrastructure. Results: The authors successfully screened 1,039 of 1,159 randomly sampled U.S. general dentists in active practice (89.6% response rate). Two hundred fifty-six (24.6%) respondents had computers at chairside and thus were eligible for this study. The authors successfully interviewed 102 respondents (39.8%). Clinical information associated with administration and billing, such as appointments and treatment plans, was stored predominantly on the computer; other information, such as the medical history and progress notes, primarily resided on paper. Nineteen respondents, or 1.8% of all general dentists, were completely paperless. Auxiliary personnel, such as dental assistants and hygienists, entered most data. Respondents adopted clinical computing to improve office efficiency and operations, support diagnosis and treatment, and enhance patient communication and perception. Barriers included insufficient operational reliability, program limitations, a steep learning curve, cost, and infection control issues. Conclusion: Clinical computing is being increasingly adopted in general dentistry. However, future research must address usefulness and ease of use, workflow support, infection control, integration, and implementation issues. PMID:16501177

Evaluation of a Spatial Data Management System for Basic Skills Education

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1986-03-01

levels (see Craik & Lockhart , 1972). These methods include verbal and imaginal elaboration (Weinstein, 1978; Weinstein et al., 1979), and a variety of...strategies at a more specific level . I . Information processing strategies are methods to aid acquisition, retention, or retrieval of information. These...methods generally are designed to force students to process information at deeper, semantic or imaginal, levels of processing , rather than at shallower

A Dual Stage Linear Prediction Approach Towards Wideband FM Demodulation With Multilevel and Partial Response Signaling

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2018-01-19

is available to the general public, including foreign nationals. Copies may be obtained from the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) (http...www.dtic.mil). Qualified requestors may obtain copies of this report from the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) (http://www.dtic.mil...Engineer, Spacecraft Technology Division Space Vehicles Directorate This report is published in the interest of scientific and technical information

Guidance Documents for Inert Ingredients

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

These guidance documents provide information on various inert ingredient issues, including the general process for submitting petitions or requests, adding trade names to our database, and doing searches related to inert ingredients.

Tetracycline and Pregnancy

MedlinePlus

... to a group of antibiotics that includes minocycline, oxytetracycline, doxycycline. In general, the information in this fact ... other medications in this group such as minocycline, oxytetracycline, or doxycycline instead of tetracycline? Does that still ...

Educating Parents About Pediatric Research: Children and Clinical Studies Website Qualitative Evaluation.

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Marceau, Lisa D; Welch, Lisa C; Pemberton, Victoria L; Pearson, Gail D

2016-07-01

A gap in information about pediatric clinical trials exists, and parents remain uncertain about what is involved in research studies involving children. We aimed to understand parent perspectives about pediatric clinical research after viewing the online Children and Clinical Studies (CaCS) program. Using a qualitative descriptive study design, we conducted focus groups with parents and phone interviews with physicians. Three themes emerged providing approaches to improve parent's understanding of clinical research by including strategies where parents (a) hear from parents like themselves to learn about pediatric research, (b) receive general clinical research information to complement study-specific details, and (c) are provided more information about the role of healthy child volunteers. Parents found the website a valuable tool that would help them make a decision about what it means to participate in research. This tool can assist parents, providers, and researchers by connecting general information with study-specific information. © The Author(s) 2015.

Input Range Testing for the General Mission Analysis Tool (GMAT)

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Hughes, Steven P.

2007-01-01

This document contains a test plan for testing input values to the General Mission Analysis Tool (GMAT). The plan includes four primary types of information, which rigorously define all tests that should be performed to validate that GMAT will accept allowable inputs and deny disallowed inputs. The first is a complete list of all allowed object fields in GMAT. The second type of information, is test input to be attempted for each field. The third type of information is allowable input values for all objects fields in GMAT. The final piece of information is how GMAT should respond to both valid and invalid information. It is VERY important to note that the tests below must be performed for both the Graphical User Interface and the script!! The examples are illustrated using a scripting perspective, because it is simpler to write up. However, the test must be performed for both interfaces to GMAT.

CDDIS 2001 Global Data Center Report

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Noll, Carey E.

2004-01-01

The Crustal Dynamics Data Information System (CDDIS) has supported the International GPS Service (IGS) as a global data center since 1992. The CDDIS activities within the IGS during 2001 are summarized below; this report also includes any changes or enhancements made to the CDDIS during the past year. General CDDIS background and system information can be found in the CDDIS data center summary included in the IGS 1994 Annual Report (Noll, 1995) as well as the subsequent updates (Noll, 1996, Noll, 1997, Noll, 1998, Noll, 1999, and Noll, 2001).

CDDIS 2002 Global Data Center Report

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Noll, Carey E.

2004-01-01

The Crustal Dynamics Data Information System (CDDIS) has supported the International GPS Service (IGS) as a global data center since 1992. The CDDIS activities within the IGS during 2002 are summarized below; this report also includes any changes or enhancements made to the CDDIS during the past year. General CDDIS background and system information can be found in the CDDIS data center summary included in the IGS 1994 Annual Report (Noll, 1995) as well as the subsequent updates (Noll, 1996, Noll, 1997, Noll, 1998, Noll, 1999, and Noll, 2001).

75 FR 8408 - Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request

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...Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), and as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, the National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting the general public or other Federal agencies to comment on this proposed continuing information collection. The NSF will publish periodic summaries of the proposed projects. Comments: Comments are invited on (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology.

Studying emotion theories through connectivity analysis: Evidence from generalized psychophysiological interactions and graph theory.

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Huang, Yun-An; Jastorff, Jan; Van den Stock, Jan; Van de Vliet, Laura; Dupont, Patrick; Vandenbulcke, Mathieu

2018-05-15

Psychological construction models of emotion state that emotions are variable concepts constructed by fundamental psychological processes, whereas according to basic emotion theory, emotions cannot be divided into more fundamental units and each basic emotion is represented by a unique and innate neural circuitry. In a previous study, we found evidence for the psychological construction account by showing that several brain regions were commonly activated when perceiving different emotions (i.e. a general emotion network). Moreover, this set of brain regions included areas associated with core affect, conceptualization and executive control, as predicted by psychological construction models. Here we investigate directed functional brain connectivity in the same dataset to address two questions: 1) is there a common pathway within the general emotion network for the perception of different emotions and 2) if so, does this common pathway contain information to distinguish between different emotions? We used generalized psychophysiological interactions and information flow indices to examine the connectivity within the general emotion network. The results revealed a general emotion pathway that connects neural nodes involved in core affect, conceptualization, language and executive control. Perception of different emotions could not be accurately classified based on the connectivity patterns from the nodes of the general emotion pathway. Successful classification was achieved when connections outside the general emotion pathway were included. We propose that the general emotion pathway functions as a common pathway within the general emotion network and is involved in shared basic psychological processes across emotions. However, additional connections within the general emotion network are required to classify different emotions, consistent with a constructionist account. Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Investigating Island Evolution: A Galapagos-Based Lesson Using the 5E Instructional Model.

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DeFina, Anthony V.

2002-01-01

Introduces an inquiry-based lesson plan on evolution and the Galapagos Islands. Uses the 5E instructional model which includes phases of engagement, exploration, explanation, elaboration, and evaluation. Includes information on species for exploration and elaboration purposes, and a general rubric for student evaluation. (YDS)

Haitian Component Bibliography. Migrant Heritage Studies Kit.

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Roark-Calnek, Sue, Comp.

This 587-item annotated bibliography, designed as a supplement to the Haitian Component of the Migrant Heritage Studies Kit, provides access to additional information, including audiovisual materials, on resources on Haiti and Haitian immigrants, published between 1877 and 1984. Part I is a "General Bibliography" which includes 313…

California Latina/Latino Demographic Data Book. A Policy Research Program Report.

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Gey, Fredric C.; And Others

This report presents demographic data on California's Latino population. Data sources include census reports from 1980 and 1990; the 1990 Annual Demographic File; the 1990 and 1988 Voter Supplements; and the 1988 Fertility, Birth Expectation, and Immigration Study. The report includes the following information: (1) general demographic statistics…

Technology utilization in a non-urban region: Further impact and technique of the Technology Use Studies Center (6)

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Gold, H. C.; Moore, A. M.; Dodd, B.; West, S. G.

1976-01-01

The activities of the TU Center are reported. Areas reported include: TUSC clientele informaton, dissemination and assistance, faculty information service, and cooperation with other agencies. The general aviation news letter is included along with transfer and impact reports.

75 FR 78243 - Propionic Acid and Salts, Urea Sulfate, Methidathion, and Methyl Parathion; Registration Review...

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... intended function without causing unreasonable adverse effects on human health or the environment. Through... other knowledge, including its effects on human health and the environment. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION... general, and may be of interest to a wide range of stakeholders including environmental, human health...

Preschools Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, July 1972.

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Employment Standards Administration (DOL), Washington, DC. Wage and Hour Div.

This pamphlet provides general information concerning the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to employees of preschool centers. Included is a discussion of: (1) Basic Monetary Requirements, including minimum wages and facilities furnished to the preschool employees, (2) Equal Pay Provisions, (3) Overtime, (4) Hours Worked, (5) Exemptions,…

National Nutrition Education Clearing House Reference List, General Teacher References.

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National Nutrition Education Clearing House, Berkeley, CA.

References applicable to both elementary and secondary levels, as well as background information of importance to teachers in the field of nutrition and nutrition education, are included in this bibliography. Although not a comprehensive list, resources include books, pamphlets, curriculum guides, bibliographies, newsletters, article reprints, and…

Teacher Education Program Evaluation: An Annotated Bibliography and Guide to Research.

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Ayers, Jerry B.; Berney, Mary F.

This book includes an annotated bibliography of the essentials needed to conduct an effective evaluation of a teacher education program. Specific information on evaluation includes: (1) general evaluation techniques, (2) evaluation of candidates and students, (3) evaluation of the knowledge base, (4) quality controls, (5) evaluation of laboratory…

Oregon School-Based Health Centers, 1992-1994 Services Report.

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Nystrom, Robert J.

This report describes the activities of Oregon's 25 high school-based health centers between 1992 and 1994. Information is provided on funding sources, services offered (including general medical services and reproductive health, mental health, health promotion services, and hours of operation), staffing (including levels of staffing and…

48 CFR 52.227-14 - Rights in Data-General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-10-01

... database or database means a collection of recorded information in a form capable of, and for the purpose... enable the computer program to be produced, created, or compiled. (2) Does not include computer databases... databases and computer software documentation). This term does not include computer software or financial...

48 CFR 52.227-14 - Rights in Data-General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

2014-10-01

... database or database means a collection of recorded information in a form capable of, and for the purpose... enable the computer program to be produced, created, or compiled. (2) Does not include computer databases... databases and computer software documentation). This term does not include computer software or financial...

48 CFR 52.227-14 - Rights in Data-General.

Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

2012-10-01

... database or database means a collection of recorded information in a form capable of, and for the purpose... enable the computer program to be produced, created, or compiled. (2) Does not include computer databases... databases and computer software documentation). This term does not include computer software or financial...

48 CFR 52.227-14 - Rights in Data-General.

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2013-10-01

... database or database means a collection of recorded information in a form capable of, and for the purpose... enable the computer program to be produced, created, or compiled. (2) Does not include computer databases... databases and computer software documentation). This term does not include computer software or financial...

10 CFR Appendix A to Subpart D of... - Categorical Exclusions Applicable to General Agency Actions

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2012-01-01

... agreements for energy research and development A1Routine DOE business actions Routine actions necessary to... dissemination Information gathering (including, but not limited to, literature surveys, inventories, site visits... (including, but not limited to, conceptual design, feasibility studies, and analytical energy supply and...

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2014-01-01

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... agreements for energy research and development A1Routine DOE business actions Routine actions necessary to... dissemination Information gathering (including, but not limited to, literature surveys, inventories, site visits... (including, but not limited to, conceptual design, feasibility studies, and analytical energy supply and...

Annual Coal Report

EIA Publications

2016-01-01

Provides information about U.S. coal production, number of mines, prices, productivity, employment, productive capacity, and recoverable reserves to a wide audience, including Congress, federal and state agencies, the coal industry, and the general public.

Medical-Information-Management System

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Alterescu, Sidney; Friedman, Carl A.; Frankowski, James W.

1989-01-01

Medical Information Management System (MIMS) computer program interactive, general-purpose software system for storage and retrieval of information. Offers immediate assistance where manipulation of large data bases required. User quickly and efficiently extracts, displays, and analyzes data. Used in management of medical data and handling all aspects of data related to care of patients. Other applications include management of data on occupational safety in public and private sectors, handling judicial information, systemizing purchasing and procurement systems, and analyses of cost structures of organizations. Written in Microsoft FORTRAN 77.

Generalized approach to cooling charge-coupled devices using thermoelectric coolers

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Petrick, S. Walter

1987-01-01

This paper is concerned with the use of thermoelectric coolers (TECs) to cool charge-coupled devices (CCDs). Heat inputs to the CCD from the warmer environment are identified, and generalized graphs are used to approximate the major heat inputs. A method of choosing and estimating the power consumption of the TEC is discussed. This method includes the use of TEC performance information supplied by the manufacturer and equations derived from this information. Parameters of the equations are tabulated to enable the reader to use the TEC performance equations for choosing and estimating the power needed for specific TEC applications.

Information on 'Overdiagnosis' in Breast Cancer Screening on Prominent United Kingdom- and Australia-Oriented Health Websites

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Ghanouni, Alex; Meisel, Susanne F.; Hersch, Jolyn; Waller, Jo; Renzi, Cristina

2016-01-01

Objectives Health-related websites are an important source of information for the public. Increasing public awareness of overdiagnosis and ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) in breast cancer screening may facilitate more informed decision-making. This study assessed the extent to which such information was included on prominent health websites oriented towards the general public, and evaluated how it was explained. Design Cross-sectional study. Setting Websites identified through Google searches in England (United Kingdom) and New South Wales (Australia) for “breast cancer screening” and further websites included based on our prior knowledge of relevant organisations. Main Outcomes Content analysis was used to determine whether information on overdiagnosis or DCIS existed on each site, how the concepts were described, and what statistics were used to quantify overdiagnosis. Results After exclusions, ten UK websites and eight Australian websites were considered relevant and evaluated. They originated from charities, health service providers, government agencies, and an independent health organisation. Most contained some information on overdiagnosis (and/or DCIS). Descriptive information was similar across websites. Among UK websites, statistical information was often based on estimates from the Independent UK Panel on Breast Cancer Screening; the most commonly provided statistic was the ratio of breast cancer deaths prevented to overdiagnosed cases (1:3). A range of other statistics was included, such as the yearly number of overdiagnosed cases and the proportion of women screened who would be overdiagnosed. Information on DCIS and statistical information was less common on the Australian websites. Conclusions Online information about overdiagnosis has become more widely available in 2015–16 compared with the limited accessibility indicated by older research. However, there may be scope to offer more information on DCIS and overdiagnosis statistics on Australian websites. Moreover, the variability in how estimates are presented across UK websites may be confusing for the general public. PMID:27010593

Value Driven Information Processing and Fusion

DTIC Science & Technology

2016-03-01

consensus approach allows a decentralized approach to achieve the optimal error exponent of the centralized counterpart, a conclusion that is signifi...SECURITY CLASSIFICATION OF: The objective of the project is to develop a general framework for value driven decentralized information processing...including: optimal data reduction in a network setting for decentralized inference with quantization constraint; interactive fusion that allows queries and

Development of a Video Tape Teaching Module To Facilitate the Patient's Understanding of Chemotherapy.

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Vernot, Gertrude W.

A practicum project was conducted to develop a method to enhance the knowledge base of targeted adult cancer patients entering into a treatment plan that included chemotherapy. The educational component necessary for informed consent by the patient had not been consistent; therefore, a videotape was developed containing general information common…

Work in the Navy--A Description of Navy Officer and Enlisted Occupations. Technical Report No. 923.

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McDermott, Michael N.; And Others

The manual contains career guidance materials describing occupations and career development opportunities in the Navy. The materials were developed for integration into the Oregon Career Information System, a career education program utilizing both computerized and manual information systems. The report includes a discussion of the general work of…

75 FR 74050 - Notice of Public Information Collection(s) Being Submitted for Review and Approval to the Office...

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2010-11-30

... FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Notice of Public Information Collection(s) Being Submitted for... Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520), the Federal Communications Commission invites the general... Federal Communications Commission's PRA mailbox (e-mail address: [email protected] ). Include in the e-mail the...

Improving Hospital Quality and Patient Safety an Examination of Organizational Culture and Information Systems

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Gardner, John Wallace

2012-01-01

This dissertation examines the effects of safety culture, including operational climate and practices, as well as the adoption and use of information systems for delivering high quality healthcare and improved patient experience. Chapter 2 studies the influence of both general and outcome-specific hospital climate and quality practices on process…

7 CFR 1942.19 - Information pertaining to preparation of notes or bonds and bond transcript documents for public...

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2014-01-01

... bonds and bond transcript documents for public body applicants. 1942.19 Section 1942.19 Agriculture... of notes or bonds and bond transcript documents for public body applicants. (a) General. This section includes information for use by public body applicants in the preparation and issuance of evidence of debt...

7 CFR 1942.19 - Information pertaining to preparation of notes or bonds and bond transcript documents for public...

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2012-01-01

... bonds and bond transcript documents for public body applicants. 1942.19 Section 1942.19 Agriculture... of notes or bonds and bond transcript documents for public body applicants. (a) General. This section includes information for use by public body applicants in the preparation and issuance of evidence of debt...

IFLA General Conference, 1986. Education and Research Division. Section: Library School and Other Training Aspects. Papers.

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International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, The Hague (Netherlands).

This document includes four papers on library school and other training aspects which were presented at the 1986 conference of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA). In "Meeting the Challenge of the High Tech Information Age--The Recent Development of Library and Information Science Education in the People's Republic of…

Effectiveness and Efficiencies of Private Military Corporations

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2008-06-01

generalize. While some private military corporations provide direct combat services , others provide ancillary services —such as laundry and food...collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to Washington headquarters Services , Directorate for Information...for traditional military forces. The PMC consists of a for profit firm that provides military services that range from combat operations to training

20 CFR 402.175 - Fees for providing information and related services for non-program purposes.

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2011-04-01

... related services for non-program purposes. (a) General. Section 1106(c) of the Social Security Act permits... (including costs of duplication) of providing information and related services under section 1106(c) of the... described in paragraph (c) of this section. (c) Fee schedule. Our fee schedule for non-program related...

Y2K Resources for Public Libraries.

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Foster, Janet

1999-01-01

Presents information for public libraries on computer-related vulnerabilities as the century turns from 1999 to 2000. Highlights include: general Y2K information; the Y2K Bug and PCs; Y2K sites for librarians; Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) and USMARC; technological developments in cyberspace; and a list of Web sites and Y2K resources. (AEF)

7 CFR 1942.19 - Information pertaining to preparation of notes or bonds and bond transcript documents for public...

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2011-01-01

... bonds and bond transcript documents for public body applicants. 1942.19 Section 1942.19 Agriculture... of notes or bonds and bond transcript documents for public body applicants. (a) General. This section includes information for use by public body applicants in the preparation and issuance of evidence of debt...

14 CFR Appendix A to Part 440 - Information Requirements for Obtaining a Maximum Probable Loss Determination for Licensed or...

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2014-01-01

... Requirements for Licensed Launch, Including Suborbital Launch I. General Information A. Mission description. 1.... Orbit altitudes (apogee and perigee). 2. Flight sequence. 3. Staging events and the time for each event... shall cover the range of launch trajectories, inclinations and orbits for which authorization is sought...

14 CFR Appendix A to Part 440 - Information Requirements for Obtaining a Maximum Probable Loss Determination for Licensed or...

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2013-01-01

... Requirements for Licensed Launch, Including Suborbital Launch I. General Information A. Mission description. 1.... Orbit altitudes (apogee and perigee). 2. Flight sequence. 3. Staging events and the time for each event... shall cover the range of launch trajectories, inclinations and orbits for which authorization is sought...

14 CFR Appendix A to Part 440 - Information Requirements for Obtaining a Maximum Probable Loss Determination for Licensed or...

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2012-01-01

... Requirements for Licensed Launch, Including Suborbital Launch I. General Information A. Mission description. 1.... Orbit altitudes (apogee and perigee). 2. Flight sequence. 3. Staging events and the time for each event... shall cover the range of launch trajectories, inclinations and orbits for which authorization is sought...

14 CFR Appendix A to Part 440 - Information Requirements for Obtaining a Maximum Probable Loss Determination for Licensed or...

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2011-01-01

... Requirements for Licensed Launch, Including Suborbital Launch I. General Information A. Mission description. 1.... Orbit altitudes (apogee and perigee). 2. Flight sequence. 3. Staging events and the time for each event... shall cover the range of launch trajectories, inclinations and orbits for which authorization is sought...

Automated Dynamic Assembly of Dependable System Architectures

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2004-04-01

International Sponsored by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency DARPA Order No. K509 APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE...Information Service (NTIS). At NTIS it will be releasable to the general public, including foreign nations. AFRL-IF-RS-TR-2004-111 has been...suggestions for reducing this burden to Washington Headquarters Services , Directorate for Information Operations and Reports, 1215 Jefferson Davis Highway

Automotive Mechanics as Applied to Auto Body; Auto Body Repair and Refinishing 3: 9037.02.

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Dade County Public Schools, Miami, FL.

This is a course in which the student will receive the general information, technical knowledge, basic skills, attitudes, and values required for job entry level as an auto body repair helper. Course content includes general and specific goals, orientation, instruction in service tools and bench skills, and auto mechanics as applied to auto body.…

Spina Bifida: General Information. Fact Sheet Number 12 = La Espina Bifida: Informacion General. Fact Sheet Number 21.

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Interstate Research Associates, McLean, VA.

This fact sheet on spina bifida is offered in both English and Spanish. It provides definitions of the three types of spina bifida (spina bifida occulta, meningocele, and myelomeningocele). Incidence figures are given as are typical characteristics of children with spina bifida. Educational implications are briefly noted, including the need to…

Children's Health Insurance: Inspector General Reviews Should Be Expanded To Further Inform the Congress. Report to Congressional Committees.

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Allen, Kathryn G.

This report reviews work by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG), which evaluated the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), including whether children are being enrolled inappropriately in SCHIP rather than in Medicaid, and states' progress in reducing the number of uninsured children. This…

Guidance for Inspecting Alleged Cases of Pesticide-Related Bee Incidents

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

Explains how to conduct an investigation into an alleged pesticide-related incident involving bee deaths including general information on beekeeping as a reference for federal, state and tribal inspectors.

General RMP Guidance - Appendix D: OSHA Guidance on PSM

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

OSHA's Process Safety Management (PSM) Guidance on providing complete and accurate written information concerning process chemicals, process technology, and process equipment; including process hazard analysis and material safety data sheets.

Impact of individual clinical outcomes on trial participants' perspectives on enrollment in emergency research without consent.

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Whitesides, Louisa W; Baren, Jill M; Biros, Michelle H; Fleischman, Ross J; Govindarajan, Prasanthi R; Jones, Elizabeth B; Pancioli, Arthur M; Pentz, Rebecca D; Scicluna, Victoria M; Wright, David W; Dickert, Neal W

2017-04-01

Evidence suggests that patients are generally accepting of their enrollment in trials for emergency care conducted under exception from informed consent. It is unknown whether individuals with more severe initial injuries or worse clinical outcomes have different perspectives. Determining whether these differences exist may help to structure post-enrollment interactions. Primary clinical data from the Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial were matched to interview data from the Patients' Experiences in Emergency Research-Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury study. Answers to three key questions from Patients' Experiences in Emergency Research-Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury study were analyzed in the context of enrolled patients' initial injury severity (initial Glasgow Coma Scale and Injury Severity Score) and principal clinical outcomes (Extended Glasgow Outcome Scale and Extended Glasgow Outcome Scale relative to initial injury severity). The three key questions from Patients' Experiences in Emergency Research-Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury study addressed participants' general attitude toward inclusion in the Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial (general trial inclusion), their specific attitude toward being included in Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial under the exception from informed consent (personal exception from informed consent enrollment), and their attitude toward the use of exception from informed consent in the Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial in general (general exception from informed consent enrollment). Qualitative analysis of interview transcripts was performed to provide contextualization and to determine the extent to which respondents framed their attitudes in terms of clinical experience. Clinical data from Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial were available for all 74 patients represented in the Patients' Experiences in Emergency Research-Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury study (including 46 patients for whom the surrogate was interviewed due to the patient's cognitive status or death). No significant difference was observed regarding acceptance of general trial inclusion or acceptance of general exception from informed consent enrollment between participants with favorable neurological outcomes and those with unfavorable outcomes relative to initial injury. Agreement with personal enrollment in Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial under exception from informed consent, however, was significantly higher among participants with favorable outcomes compared to those with unfavorable outcomes (89% vs 59%, p = 0.003). There was also a statistically significant relationship between more severe initial injury and increased acceptance of personal exception from informed consent enrollment ( p = 0.040) or general exception from informed consent use ( p = 0.034) in Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial. Many individuals referenced personal experience as a basis for their attitudes, but these references were not used to support negative views. Patients and surrogates of patients with unfavorable clinical outcomes were somewhat less accepting of their own inclusion in the Progesterone for the Treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury trial under exception from informed consent than were patients or surrogates of patients with favorable clinical outcomes. These findings suggest a need to identify optimal strategies for communicating with patients and their surrogates regarding exception from informed consent enrollment when clinical outcomes are poor.

General Chemistry Collection for Students (CD-ROM), Abstract of Special Issue 16, 4th Edition

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

2000-07-01

The General Chemistry Collection contains both new and previously published JCE Software programs that are intended for use by introductory-level chemistry students. These peer-reviewed programs for Macintosh and for Windows are available on a single CD-ROM for convenient distribution to and access by students, and the CD may be adopted for students to purchase as they would a textbook. General Chemistry Collection covers a broad range of topics providing students with interesting information, tutorials, and simulations that will be useful to them as they study chemistry for the first time. There are 22 programs included in the General Chemistry Collection 4th Edition. Their titles and the general chemistry topics they cover are listed in Table 1. Features in This Edition General Chemistry Collection, 4th edition includes:

• Lessons for Introductory Chemistry and INQUAL-S, two new programs not previously published by JCE Software (abstracts appear below)
• Writing Electron Dot Structures (1) and Viscosity Measurement: A Virtual Experiment for Windows (2), two programs published individually by JCE Software
• Periodic Table Live! LE, a limited edition of Periodic Table Live!, 2nd Edition (3) (this replaces Chemistry Navigator (4) and Illustrated Periodic Table (5))
• Many of the programs from previous editions (6)1

Detailed requirements document for the Interactive Financial Management System (IFMS), volume 1

NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

Dodson, D. B.

1975-01-01

The detailed requirements for phase 1 (online fund control, subauthorization accounting, and accounts receivable functional capabilities) of the Interactive Financial Management System (IFMS) are described. This includes information on the following: systems requirements, performance requirements, test requirements, and production implementation. Most of the work is centered on systems requirements, and includes discussions on the following processes: resources authority, allotment, primary work authorization, reimbursable order acceptance, purchase request, obligation, cost accrual, cost distribution, disbursement, subauthorization performance, travel, accounts receivable, payroll, property, edit table maintenance, end-of-year, backup input. Other subjects covered include: external systems interfaces, general inquiries, general report requirements, communication requirements, and miscellaneous. Subjects covered under performance requirements include: response time, processing volumes, system reliability, and accuracy. Under test requirements come test data sources, general test approach, and acceptance criteria. Under production implementation come data base establishment, operational stages, and operational requirements.

Data Migration Strategy and Information Assurance for the Business Enterprise Information Services

DTIC Science & Technology

2009-07-30

direct questions to me at (703) 601-5868 (DSN 329-5868). t ~a/J1~ Patricia A. Marsh, CPA Assistant Inspector General Defense Business Operations ...incrcment. Additionally, a Managemen t Control Matrix has been ~ubmillcd tor the BEIS FllrTlily o( System!! on an annual basis 6ince 2006. POg< l of4...including suggestions for reducing this burden, to Washington Headquarters Services, Directorate for Information Operations and Reports, 1215

IFLA General Conference 1988. Division of Management and Technology. Section on Information Technology; Section on Statistics; Section on Library Buildings and Equipment; Section on Conservation; Round Table on Management of Library Associations; Round Table on AV Media.

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International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

The 15 papers in this compilation focus on library nagement and technology, including information technology, statistics, buildings and equipment, and conservation: (1) "Information Control: OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) and Networking Strategies" (Neil McClean, United Kingdom); (2) "OSI in Australia: Potential, Planning,…

IFLA General Conference, 1984. Management and Technology Division. Section on Information Technology and Joint Meeting of the Round Table Audiovisual Media, the International Association for Sound Archives, and the International Association for Music Libraries. Papers.

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International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands).

Six papers on information technology, the development of information systems for Third World countries, handling of sound recordings, and library automation were presented at the 1984 IFLA conference. They include: (1) "Handling, Storage and Preservation of Sound Recordings under Tropical and Subtropical Climatic Conditions" (Dietrich…

Communicating Genetic Risk Information for Common Disorders in the Era of Genomic Medicine

PubMed Central

Lautenbach, Denise M.; Christensen, Kurt D.; Sparks, Jeffrey A.; Green, Robert C.

2013-01-01

Communicating genetic risk information in ways that maximize understanding and promote health is increasingly important given the rapidly expanding availability and capabilities of genomic technologies. A well-developed literature on risk communication in general provides guidance for best practices, including presentation of information in multiple formats, attention to framing effects, use of graphics, sensitivity to the way numbers are presented, parsimony of information, attentiveness to emotions, and interactivity as part of the communication process. Challenges to communicating genetic risk information include deciding how best to tailor it, streamlining the process, deciding what information to disclose, accepting that communications may have limited influence, and understanding the impact of context. Meeting these challenges has great potential for empowering individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles and improve public health, but will require multidisciplinary approaches and collaboration. PMID:24003856

Quality of drug information on the World Wide Web and strategies to improve pages with poor information quality. An intervention study on pages about sildenafil

PubMed Central

Martin-Facklam, Meret; Kostrzewa, Michael; Martin, Peter; Haefeli, Walter E

2004-01-01

Aims The generally poor quality of health information on the world wide web (WWW) has caused preventable adverse outcomes. Quality management of information on the internet is therefore critical given its widespread use. In order to develop strategies for the safe use of drugs, we scored general and content quality of pages about sildenafil and performed an intervention to improve their quality. Methods The internet was searched with Yahoo and AltaVista for pages about sildenafil and 303 pages were included. For assessment of content quality a score based on accuracy and completeness of essential drug information was assigned. For assessment of general quality, four criteria were evaluated and their association with high content quality was determined by multivariate logistic regression analysis. The pages were randomly allocated to either control or intervention group. Evaluation took place before, as well as 7 and 22 weeks after an intervention which consisted of two letters with individualized feedback information on the respective page which were sent electronically to the address mentioned on the page. Results Providing references to scientific publications or prescribing information was significantly associated with high content quality (odds ratio: 8.2, 95% CI 3.2, 20.5). The intervention had no influence on general or content quality. Conclusions To prevent adverse outcomes caused by misinformation on the WWW individualized feedback to the address mentioned on the page was ineffective. It is currently probably the most straight-forward approach to inform lay persons about indicators of high information quality, i.e. the provision of references. PMID:14678344

Clearly written, easily comprehended? The readability of websites providing information on epilepsy.

PubMed

Brigo, Francesco; Otte, Willem M; Igwe, Stanley C; Tezzon, Frediano; Nardone, Raffaele

2015-03-01

There is a general need for high-quality, easily accessible, and comprehensive health-care information on epilepsy to better inform the general population about this highly stigmatized neurological disorder. The aim of this study was to evaluate the health literacy level of eight popular English-written websites that provide information on epilepsy in quantitative terms of readability. Educational epilepsy material on these websites, including 41 Wikipedia articles, were analyzed for their overall level of readability and the corresponding academic grade level needed to comprehend the published texts on the first reading. The Flesch Reading Ease (FRE) was used to assess ease of comprehension while the Gunning Fog Index, Coleman-Liau Index, Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level, Automated Readability Index, and Simple Measure of Gobbledygook scales estimated the corresponding academic grade level needed for comprehension. The average readability of websites yielded results indicative of a difficult-to-fairly-difficult readability level (FRE results: 44.0±8.2), with text readability corresponding to an 11th academic grade level (11.3±1.9). The average FRE score of the Wikipedia articles was indicative of a difficult readability level (25.6±9.5), with the other readability scales yielding results corresponding to a 14th grade level (14.3±1.7). Popular websites providing information on epilepsy, including Wikipedia, often demonstrate a low level of readability. This can be ameliorated by increasing access to clear and concise online information on epilepsy and health in general. Short "basic" summaries targeted to patients and nonmedical users should be added to articles published in specialist websites and Wikipedia to ease readability. Copyright © 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Automatic movie skimming with general tempo analysis

NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

Lee, Shih-Hung; Yeh, Chia-Hung; Kuo, C. C. J.

2003-11-01

Story units are extracted by general tempo analysis including tempos analysis including tempos of audio and visual information in this research. Although many schemes have been proposed to successfully segment video data into shots using basic low-level features, how to group shots into meaningful units called story units is still a challenging problem. By focusing on a certain type of video such as sport or news, we can explore models with the specific application domain knowledge. For movie contents, many heuristic rules based on audiovisual clues have been proposed with limited success. We propose a method to extract story units using general tempo analysis. Experimental results are given to demonstrate the feasibility and efficiency of the proposed technique.

Patient participation in general practice based undergraduate teaching: a focus group study of patient perspectives

PubMed Central

Park, Sophie E; Allfrey, Caroline; Jones, Melvyn M; Chana, Jasprit; Abbott, Ciara; Faircloth, Sofia; Higgins, Nicola; Abdullah, Laila

2017-01-01

Background Patients make a crucial contribution to undergraduate medical education. Although a national resource is available for patients participating in research, none is as yet available for education. Aim This study aimed to explore what information patients would like about participation in general practice based undergraduate medical education, and how they would like to obtain this information. Design and setting Two focus groups were conducted in London-based practices involved in both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Method Patients both with and without teaching experience were recruited using leaflets, posters, and patient participation groups. An open-ended topic guide explored three areas: perceived barriers that participants anticipated or had experienced; patient roles in medical education; and what help would support participation. Focus groups were audiorecorded, transcribed, and analysed thematically. Results Patients suggested ways of professionalising the teaching process. These were: making information available to patients about confidentiality, iterative consent, and normalising teaching in the practice. Patients highlighted the importance of relationships, making information available about their GPs’ involvement in teaching, and initiating student–patient interactions. Participants emphasised educational principles to maximise exchange of information, including active participation of students, patient identification of student learner needs, and exchange of feedback. Conclusion This study will inform development of patient information resources to support their participation in teaching and access to information both before and during general practice based teaching encounters. PMID:28360073

Public judgments of information in a diazepam patient package insert.

PubMed

Fisher, S; Mansbridge, B; Lankford, D A

1982-06-01

As part of a larger study of the effects of giving patients written take-home information with prescription medications, a "patient package insert" (PPI) for diazepam was prepared based on content determined by "experts." This report compares the experts' judgments of what information should be included with judgments obtained from the public. Information judged to be most important for inclusion in a PPI was identified by having subjects sort cards containing facts about diazepam. Subjects who had previously used diazepam were no different in their judgments than inexperienced subjects. In general, there was a high degree of concordance between public and expert judgments and also a remarkably strong consensus across very different demographic samples. In those few instances of disagreement, the public attached even greater importance to warnings and "bad news" about diazepam than to information providing reassurances, benign general education, and "good news." To what extent patients would effectively use this information--whether conveyed by PPIs or alternative educational routes--must await empirical evaluation.

Rubber.

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Krishen, Anoop

1989-01-01

This review covers methods for identification, characterization, and determination of rubber and materials in rubber. Topics include: general information, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, thermal methods, gel permeation chromatography, size exclusion chromatography, analysis related to safety and health, and…

General RMP Guidance - Appendix E: Supplemental Risk Management Program Guidance for Ammonia Refrigeration Facilities

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

Additional information for food processors, food distributors, refrigerated warehouses, and any other facility with ammonia refrigeration system. Includes guidance on exemptions, threshold quantity, offsite consequence analysis.

Ocean Disposal of Marine Mammal Carcasses

EPA Pesticide Factsheets

Ocean dumping of marine mammal carcasses is allowed with a permit issued by EPA under the Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act. Includes permit information, potential environmental impacts, and instructions for getting the general permit.

40 CFR 1068.325 - What are the temporary exemptions for imported engines/equipment?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

2010-07-01

... AGENCY (CONTINUED) AIR POLLUTION CONTROLS GENERAL COMPLIANCE PROVISIONS FOR ENGINE PROGRAMS Imports... under the Clean Air Act. (6) Include any additional information we specify for demonstrating that you...

40 CFR 1068.325 - What are the temporary exemptions for imported engines/equipment?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... AGENCY (CONTINUED) AIR POLLUTION CONTROLS GENERAL COMPLIANCE PROVISIONS FOR ENGINE PROGRAMS Imports... under the Clean Air Act. (6) Include any additional information we specify for demonstrating that you...

Genetics on the World Wide Web.

PubMed

Trangenstein, P A; Hetteberg, C

1998-11-01

Since 1990, when the Human Genome Project was initiated, the amount of genetic information on the World Wide Web (WWW) has grown substantially. The WWW has become an important resource for current, accurate, and reliable genetic information for health care professionals and the general public. The purpose of this article is to provide a variety of genetics-related WWW sites that are useful for all levels of practitioners interested in genetics. In selecting sites to be included in this article, a number of evaluation tools were reviewed. The primary concern was that these sites be reputable and provide accurate, timely information. A table of the WWW sites is included for quick easy reference.

Mands for information using "who?" and "which?" in the presence of establishing and abolishing operations.

PubMed

Shillingsburg, M Alice; Bowen, Crystal N; Valentino, Amber L; Pierce, Laura E

2014-01-01

Treatments designed to teach mands for information have included prompting and differential reinforcement, as well as procedures to manipulate the relevant establishing operation (EO). However, previous studies have not included relevant abolishing operation (AO) conditions to ensure that the mand is under relevant antecedent control. Data on listener responses (i.e., use of the information) are also absent in the literature. The current study shows differential responding under EO and AO conditions and reports listener responses that demonstrate use of the provided information. Three participants, diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, learned to mand for information using "who?" and "which?" questions exclusively under EO conditions. In addition, each participant responded to the information provided to access a preferred item. Generalization of the "which?" mand for information was also demonstrated across novel stimuli. © Society for the Experimental Analysis of Behavior.

Information in general medical practices: the information processing model.

PubMed

Crowe, Sarah; Tully, Mary P; Cantrill, Judith A

2010-04-01

The need for effective communication and handling of secondary care information in general practices is paramount. To explore practice processes on receiving secondary care correspondence in a way that integrates the information needs and perceptions of practice staff both clinical and administrative. Qualitative study using semi-structured interviews with a wide range of practice staff (n = 36) in nine practices in the Northwest of England. Analysis was based on the framework approach using N-Vivo software and involved transcription, familiarization, coding, charting, mapping and interpretation. The 'information processing model' was developed to describe the six stages involved in practice processing of secondary care information. These included the amendment or updating of practice records whilst simultaneously or separately actioning secondary care recommendations, using either a 'one-step' or 'two-step' approach, respectively. Many factors were found to influence each stage and impact on the continuum of patient care. The primary purpose of processing secondary care information is to support patient care; this study raises the profile of information flow and usage within practices as an issue requiring further consideration.

Free Resources for Teaching about Japan. Revised Edition.

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Wojtan, Linda S.

A collection of sources of information about Japan and resource materials available for teaching about Japan are included in this document. Part one, "Who and Where" lists names and addresses from a variety of sources including the Embassy and Consulates General of Japan, the Japan Foundation, Japan Trade Centers (Japan External Trade…

A General Set of Procedures for Constructivist Instructional Design: The New R2D2 Model.

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Willis, Jerry; Wright, Kristen Egeland

2000-01-01

Describes the R2D2 (Reflective, Recursive Design and Development) model of constructivist instructional design. Highlights include participatory teams; progressive problem solution; phronesis, or contextual understanding; dissemination, including summative evaluation; and a new paradigm that shifts from the industrial age to the information age.…

Job Sharing for Teachers. Bibliographies in Education. No. 79.

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Canadian Teachers' Federation, Ottawa (Ontario).

This annotated bibliography focusing on job sharing for teachers contains 37 book citations and 94 journal article citations. While the particular focus was on job sharing for teachers, general works which provide useful information on such arrangements have been included. A special effort was made to include all Canadian references related to job…

30 CFR 285.645 - What must I include in my GAP?

Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

2011-07-01

... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false What must I include in my GAP? 285.645 Section 285.645 Mineral Resources BUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENT, REGULATION, AND ENFORCEMENT, DEPARTMENT... CONTINENTAL SHELF Plans and Information Requirements Contents of the General Activities Plan § 285.645 What...

Mathematics in Baseball. Topical Module for Use in a Mathematics Laboratory Setting.

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Stitt, Mary; Ostrom, Nat

The objectives of this module include: (1) improving general arithmetic skills including whole numbers, fractions, and decimal fractions; (2) learning to compute averages; (3) strengthening knowledge of percent; (4) learning to locate needed information or statistical data; (5) reviewing or learning the use of the Pythagorean Theorem; (6)…

Log Pearson type 3 quantile estimators with regional skew information and low outlier adjustments

USGS Publications Warehouse

Griffis, V.W.; Stedinger, Jery R.; Cohn, T.A.

2004-01-01

The recently developed expected moments algorithm (EMA) [Cohn et al., 1997] does as well as maximum likelihood estimations at estimating log‐Pearson type 3 (LP3) flood quantiles using systematic and historical flood information. Needed extensions include use of a regional skewness estimator and its precision to be consistent with Bulletin 17B. Another issue addressed by Bulletin 17B is the treatment of low outliers. A Monte Carlo study compares the performance of Bulletin 17B using the entire sample with and without regional skew with estimators that use regional skew and censor low outliers, including an extended EMA estimator, the conditional probability adjustment (CPA) from Bulletin 17B, and an estimator that uses probability plot regression (PPR) to compute substitute values for low outliers. Estimators that neglect regional skew information do much worse than estimators that use an informative regional skewness estimator. For LP3 data the low outlier rejection procedure generally results in no loss of overall accuracy, and the differences between the MSEs of the estimators that used an informative regional skew are generally modest in the skewness range of real interest. Samples contaminated to model actual flood data demonstrate that estimators which give special treatment to low outliers significantly outperform estimators that make no such adjustment.

Log Pearson type 3 quantile estimators with regional skew information and low outlier adjustments

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Griffis, V. W.; Stedinger, J. R.; Cohn, T. A.

2004-07-01

The recently developed expected moments algorithm (EMA) [, 1997] does as well as maximum likelihood estimations at estimating log-Pearson type 3 (LP3) flood quantiles using systematic and historical flood information. Needed extensions include use of a regional skewness estimator and its precision to be consistent with Bulletin 17B. Another issue addressed by Bulletin 17B is the treatment of low outliers. A Monte Carlo study compares the performance of Bulletin 17B using the entire sample with and without regional skew with estimators that use regional skew and censor low outliers, including an extended EMA estimator, the conditional probability adjustment (CPA) from Bulletin 17B, and an estimator that uses probability plot regression (PPR) to compute substitute values for low outliers. Estimators that neglect regional skew information do much worse than estimators that use an informative regional skewness estimator. For LP3 data the low outlier rejection procedure generally results in no loss of overall accuracy, and the differences between the MSEs of the estimators that used an informative regional skew are generally modest in the skewness range of real interest. Samples contaminated to model actual flood data demonstrate that estimators which give special treatment to low outliers significantly outperform estimators that make no such adjustment.

The Pacific RANET Project

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Postawko, S.; Ah Poe, A.; Morrissey, M.

2004-12-01

There are few places in the world more vulnerable to the effects of climate variability and change than the island nations of the tropical Pacific Ocean. The region also faces great challenges in communicating the issues related to climate to the general population. Lack of communications infrastructure, multiple languages, and knowledgeable personnel to deliver information, are all challenges for these countries. However, a recently developed international consortium is taking the first steps to addressing these challenges. The RANET (RAdio and interNET communications) project was originally developed for the countries of Africa, with initial funding from NOAA, to make weather, climate, and other environmental information more accessible to remote and resource-poor communities. The program is now expanding into Asia and the Pacific. RANET works to build telecommunication bridges between scientific-based products and remote communities that could benefit from such information.?The RANET project in the Pacific is a consortium of partners from the Pacific Island nations, the U.S., New Zealand, Australia, and others. Coordination of the project is loosely overseen by a Steering Committee, made up of representatives from the various interested partners. For regions where the appropriate technology exists (which includes the capital cities of nearly all of the island states of the Pacific), information is downloaded via a digital satellite receiver. This can then be broadcast within a country by many means, including Community FM Radio stations. The information distributed includes technical information needed by meteorological and related services to improve their own products and services, as well as a second level of information designed to serve communities, including weather forecasts, bulletins, warnings, etc. The primary challenge at this time is developing content that is both relevant and understandable to these remote communities. While some information will be common to all countries, it will be necessary to have more location-specific information as well. In addition to education of the general population, it is hoped that making weather, climate, and environmental information more accessible will encourage students from the islands into the study of these areas in their tertiary education.

Computers in general practice: the patient's voice

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Potter, A. R.

1981-01-01

Analysis of answers to a questionnaire on the use of computers in general practice showed that 19 per cent of patients in two practices in Staffordshire would be worried if their general practitioner used a computer to store medical records. Twenty-seven per cent of patients would be unwilling to speak frankly about personal matters to their general practitioner if he or she used a computer and 7 per cent said that they would change to another doctor. Fifteen per cent stated that their general practitioner already had information about them that they would not want to be included in a computerized record of their medical history. PMID:7328555

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Buggy Books: A Guide to Juvenile and Popular Book on Insects and Their Relatives. Special Publication No. 3.

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Dunn, Gary A.

This guide contains information about spider and insect books published since 1900 for young people and the general public. Information on 736 titles of non-fiction books on insects and their arthopod relatives (crustaceans, harvestmen, spiders, and scorpions) is included. Each entry lists author, name of publisher, date of publication, number of…

Early Childhood Assessment: Suggested Best Practices and Selected Instruments. Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Bulletin No. 5091.

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Wisconsin State Dept. of Public Instruction, Madison.

The purpose of this manual is to provide supplemental information and to serve as a general resource for practitioners involved in the developmental and educational assessment of young children. The first section focuses on the process of assessing young handicapped children and includes specific information on indicators of potential problems in…

Educational Differences in Associations of Noticing Anti-Tobacco Information with Smoking-Related Attitudes and Quit Intentions: Findings from the International Tobacco Control Europe Surveys

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Springvloet, L.; Willemsen, M. C.; Mons, U.; van den Putte, B.; Kunst, A. E.; Guignard, R.; Hummel, K.; Allwright, S.; Siahpush, M.; de Vries, H.; Nagelhout, G. E.

2015-01-01

This study examined educational differences in associations of noticing anti-tobacco information with smoking-related attitudes and quit intentions among adult smokers. Longitudinal data (N = 7571) from two waves of six countries of the International Tobacco Control (ITC) Europe Surveys were included. Generalized estimating equation analyses and…

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Mining Careers. Instructor's Manual and Student's Basic Course of Study. Recommended Courses for Entry Level Miner, General Inside Laborer, Timber Framer, Face Worker.

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Guides for organizing and individualizing three courses of study for job training in the mining careers of entry level miner, general inside laborer/timber framer, and faceman are presented in this manual. Introductory information includes (1) suggestions for utilizing, modifying, or customizing materials (task sheets) in the manual to suit…

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Symposium on General Linear Model Approach to the Analysis of Experimental Data in Educational Research (Athens, Georgia, June 29-July 1, 1967). Final Report.

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This volume contains the five major addresses and subsequent discussion from the Symposium on the General Linear Models Approach to the Analysis of Experimental Data in Educational Research, which was held in 1967 in Athens, Georgia. The symposium was designed to produce systematic information, including new methodology, for dissemination to the…

A Model for the Determination of the Costs of Special Education as Compared with That for General Education. Appendix: Part 1.

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Bombing Target Identification from Limited Transect Data

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Roberts, Barry L.; Hathaway, John E.; Pulsipher, Brent A.

2006-08-07

A series of sensor data combined with geostatistical techniques were used to determine likely target areas for a historic military aerial bombing range. Primary data consisted of magnetic anomaly information from limited magnetometer transects across the site. Secondary data included airborne LIDAR, orthophotography, and other general site characterization information. Identification of likely target areas relied primarily upon kriging estimates of magnetic anomaly densities across the site. Secondary information, such as impact crater locations, was used to refine the boundary delineations.

[Informed diagnosis and psycho-education on psychiatric illnesses by primary care physicians--a result from pathway to psychiatric care in Japan study].

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Koizumi, Yayoi; Fujisawa, Daisuke; Hashimoto, Naoki; Otsuka, Kotaro

2007-01-01

On the path to psychiatric care, many patients who experience their first episode of mental disorder consult general practitioners or physicians of general hospitals before consulting psychiatrists. Some patients receive proper care promptly while others experience a delay in treatment. We investigated treatments and psycho-education given to patients by general practitioners or physicians of general hospitals, particularly focusing on informed diagnosis. We conducted a multi-center collaborative study in Japan. In this study, 15 facilities participated, including 4 university hospitals, 3 general hospitals, and 8 psychiatric hospitals. A total of 382 patients experiencing their first episode of mental disorder were enrolled. Among them, 157 patients primarily consulted general practitioners or general hospitals. We divided the 157 patients into 3 groups according to the kind of psycho-education given by general practitioners or physicians of general hospitals: those who were told nothing about their diagnosis nor mental condition (N = 74, 47.1%), those who were not given a direct diagnosis but were informed about their condition in some way (N = 55, 35.0%), and those who were directly informed of their diagnosis (N = 28, 17.8%). We found that almost half of the patients were told nothing about their diagnosis nor mental condition by general practitioners or physicians of general hospitals. Patients who were likely to be directly informed of their diagnosis were those who were recommended to see a doctor by someone, or those with a lower global psychosocial function. The patients who were told nothing about their diagnosis nor mental condition were mainly covered by national health insurance, and had decided to go to hospitals or clinics under their own volition. Sorted by ICD-10 F code, patients diagnosed as F0, F3, or F4 accounted for 89.9% of all subjects. We compared treatment delays among these 3 categories. The median treatment delay in patients diagnosed correctly as F0 by general practitioners or physicians of general hospitals was 50 weeks, that in patients diagnosed as F3 was 4 weeks, and that in patients diagnosed as F4 was 5 weeks. These findings suggest that patients might be treated in different ways according to their diagnosis by general practitioners or physicians in general hospitals. Our results suggest the importance of further educating general practitioners and physicians of general hospitals about mental disorders, in order to not only shorten the duration of untreated psychosis, but also for patients to be given proper primary care.

Female genital cosmetic surgery: Investigating the role of the general practitioner.

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Harding, Tristan; Hayes, Jenny; Simonis, Magdalena; Temple-Smith, Meredith

2015-01-01

Labiaplasty, the surgical reduction of the labia minora, has significantly increased in demand in Australia. Although general practice is one gatekeeper for patients requesting labiaplasty, as a referral is necessary to claim Medicare entitlements, there is little information available to assist general practitioners (GPs) in managing these requests for female genital cosmetic surgery. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with health professionals, including GPs, gynaecologists and plastic surgeons. Participants were recruited through the Victorian Primary Care Practice-based Research Network (VicReN), clinical teaching hospitals and snowball sampling. All interviews were digitally recorded, transcribed, and analysed using content and thematic analysis. Twenty-seven interviews were conducted. All participants were aware of genital labiaplasty; many had patients who were concerned about genital appearance, for which information had often been sought opportunistically. All participants agreed on the need for resources to inform women of normal genital appearance. This novel study demonstrates a need for clinical resources for GPs managing requests for genital labiaplasty.

Communication at the interface between hospitals and primary care - a general practice audit of hospital discharge summaries.

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Belleli, Esther; Naccarella, Lucio; Pirotta, Marie

2013-12-01

Timeliness and quality of hospital discharge summaries are crucial for patient safety and efficient health service provision after discharge. We audited receipt rates, timeliness and the quality of discharge summaries for 49 admissions among 38 patients in an urban general practice. For missing discharge summaries, a hospital medical record search was performed. Discharge summaries were received for 92% of identified admissions; 73% were received within three days and 55% before the first post-discharge visit to the general practitioner (GP). Administrative information and clinical content, including diagnosis, treatment and follow-up plans, were well reported. However, information regarding tests, referrals and discharge medication was often missing; 57% of summaries were entirely typed and 13% had legibility issues. Completion rates were good but utility was compromised by delays, content omissions and formatting. Digital searching enables extraction of information from rich existing datasets contained in GP records for accurate measurement of discharge summary receipt rate and timing.

The work of nurses in Australian general practice: A national survey.

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Joyce, Catherine M; Piterman, Leon

2011-01-01

Following recent reforms to Australia's health system, nurses now comprise a significant and growing sector of the Australian primary care workforce, but there is little data describing the services they provide. This study aimed to describe the patient consultations of nurses in Australian general practice, including patient characteristics, reasons for the consultation, treatments provided and other actions taken. The study was a national cross-sectional survey, with each participating nurse collecting information about 50 nurse-patient encounters. General practice settings in all regions of Australia. 108 nurses volunteered in response to advertisements and 104 returned completed study materials. Participants included Registered (Division 1) and Enrolled (Division 2) nurses working in a general practice setting. Data were collected between May 2007 and May 2008 using a profile questionnaire and a series of encounter forms. Information was gathered on reasons for encounter, patient characteristics, and actions taken. Data were classified using the International Classification of Primary Care. The final data set included 5,253 nurse-patient encounters. 37.2% of patients (95% CI 33.3-41.2) were aged 65 and over, and 57.1% were female (95% CI 54.9-59.5). The majority of encounters (90.7%) were with existing patients of the practice (95% CI 89.1-92.7). The most common reasons for encounter were general and unspecified problems (35.4 per 100 encounters; 95% CI 31.8-39.1), followed by skin-related problems (20.0; 95% CI 17.3-22.8), and cardiovascular problems (11.0; 95% CI 8.7-13.3). Common management actions included medical examinations (20.7 per 100 encounters), immunisations (22.5), diagnostic tests (10.6), and dressings (15.8). Approximately 30% of encounters involved advice-giving. The findings confirm the generalist nature of the General Practice Nurse role, with a wide range of patient types and clinical conditions. There is a clear influence of current funding and organisational arrangements on work patterns, with tasks that have specific funding (including immunisations and wound care) featuring prominently in nurses' work. Whilst nurses' rates for presenting conditions were similar to doctors at a general level, specific actions taken and problems managed differed. New policy reforms in Australia are supporting greater flexibility in the General Practice Nurse role, maximising efficient use of nurses' skills in the primary health care context. Copyright © 2010 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

A systematic review of the reporting of Data Monitoring Committees' roles, interim analysis and early termination in pediatric clinical trials

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2009-01-01

Background Decisions about interim analysis and early stopping of clinical trials, as based on recommendations of Data Monitoring Committees (DMCs), have far reaching consequences for the scientific validity and clinical impact of a trial. Our aim was to evaluate the frequency and quality of the reporting on DMC composition and roles, interim analysis and early termination in pediatric trials. Methods We conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled clinical trials published from 2005 to 2007 in a sample of four general and four pediatric journals. We used full-text databases to identify trials which reported on DMCs, interim analysis or early termination, and included children or adolescents. Information was extracted on general trial characteristics, risk of bias, and a set of parameters regarding DMC composition and roles, interim analysis and early termination. Results 110 of the 648 pediatric trials in this sample (17%) reported on DMC or interim analysis or early stopping, and were included; 68 from general and 42 from pediatric journals. The presence of DMCs was reported in 89 of the 110 included trials (81%); 62 papers, including 46 of the 89 that reported on DMCs (52%), also presented information about interim analysis. No paper adequately reported all DMC parameters, and nine (15%) reported all interim analysis details. Of 32 trials which terminated early, 22 (69%) did not report predefined stopping guidelines and 15 (47%) did not provide information on statistical monitoring methods. Conclusions Reporting on DMC composition and roles, on interim analysis results and on early termination of pediatric trials is incomplete and heterogeneous. We propose a minimal set of reporting parameters that will allow the reader to assess the validity of trial results. PMID:20003383