Sample records for lacking definite plans

  1. 45 CFR 46.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 45 Public Welfare 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 46.118 Section 46.118 Public Welfare Department of Health and Human... Research Subjects § 46.118 Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human...

  2. 45 CFR 46.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 45 Public Welfare 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 46.118 Section 46.118 Public Welfare DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN... Research Subjects § 46.118 Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human...

  3. 45 CFR 46.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 45 Public Welfare 1 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 46.118 Section 46.118 Public Welfare DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN... Research Subjects § 46.118 Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human...

  4. 45 CFR 46.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 45 Public Welfare 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 46.118 Section 46.118 Public Welfare DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN... Research Subjects § 46.118 Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human...

  5. 32 CFR 219.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... 32 National Defense 2 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 219.118 Section 219.118 National Defense Department of Defense (Continued) OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE (CONTINUED) MISCELLANEOUS PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 219...

  6. 14 CFR 1230.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 14 Aeronautics and Space 5 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 1230.118 Section 1230.118 Aeronautics and Space NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 1230.118 Applications and proposals...

  7. 14 CFR 1230.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 14 Aeronautics and Space 5 2011-01-01 2010-01-01 true Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 1230.118 Section 1230.118 Aeronautics and Space NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 1230.118 Applications and proposals...

  8. 40 CFR 26.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 1 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects. 26.118 Section 26.118 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GENERAL PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS Basic EPA Policy for Protection of Subjects...

  9. 34 CFR 97.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Education PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects (Basic ED Policy for Protection of Human Research Subjects) § 97.118 Applications and proposals lacking definite plans..., or contracts are submitted to departments or agencies with the knowledge that subjects may be...

  10. Defining Advance Care Planning for Adults: A Consensus Definition from a Multidisciplinary Delphi Panel

    PubMed Central

    Sudore, Rebecca L.; Lum, Hillary D.; You, John J.; Hanson, Laura C.; Meier, Diane E.; Pantilat, Steven Z.; Matlock, Daniel D.; Rietjens, Judith A. C.; Korfage, Ida J.; Ritchie, Christine S.; Kutner, Jean S.; Teno, Joan M.; Thomas, Judy; McMahan, Ryan D.; Heyland, Daren K.

    2017-01-01

    Background Despite increasing interest in advance care planning (ACP) and prior ACP descriptions, a consensus definition does not yet exist to guide clinical, research, and policy initiatives. Objective To develop a consensus definition of ACP for adults. Design Delphi Panel Setting/Participants Participants included a multidisciplinary panel of international ACP experts consisting of 52 clinicians, researchers, and policy leaders from 4 countries, and a patient/surrogate advisory committee. Measurements We conducted 10 rounds of a modified Delphi method and qualitatively analyzed panelists’ input. Panelists identified several themes lacking consensus, and iteratively discussed and developed a final consensus definition. Results Panelists identified several tensions concerning ACP concepts such as whether the definition should focus on conversations vs. written advance directives; patients’ values vs. treatment preferences; current shared decision making vs. future medical decisions; and who should be included in the process. The panel achieved a final consensus one-sentence definition and accompanying goals statement: “Advance care planning is a process that supports adults at any age or stage of health in understanding and sharing their personal values, life goals, and preferences regarding future medical care. The goal of advance care planning is to help ensure that people receive medical care that is consistent with their values, goals and preferences during serious and chronic illness.” The panel also described strategies to best support adults in ACP. Conclusions A multidisciplinary Delphi panel developed a consensus definition for ACP for adults that can be used to inform implementation and measurement of ACP clinical, research, and policy initiatives. PMID:28062339

  11. Defining Advance Care Planning for Adults: A Consensus Definition From a Multidisciplinary Delphi Panel.

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    Sudore, Rebecca L; Lum, Hillary D; You, John J; Hanson, Laura C; Meier, Diane E; Pantilat, Steven Z; Matlock, Daniel D; Rietjens, Judith A C; Korfage, Ida J; Ritchie, Christine S; Kutner, Jean S; Teno, Joan M; Thomas, Judy; McMahan, Ryan D; Heyland, Daren K

    2017-05-01

    Despite increasing interest in advance care planning (ACP) and previous ACP descriptions, a consensus definition does not yet exist to guide clinical, research, and policy initiatives. The aim of this study was to develop a consensus definition of ACP for adults. We convened a Delphi panel of multidisciplinary, international ACP experts consisting of 52 clinicians, researchers, and policy leaders from four countries and a patient/surrogate advisory committee. We conducted 10 rounds using a modified Delphi method and qualitatively analyzed panelists' input. Panelists identified several themes lacking consensus and iteratively discussed and developed a final consensus definition. Panelists identified several tensions concerning ACP concepts such as whether the definition should focus on conversations vs. written advance directives; patients' values vs. treatment preferences; current shared decision making vs. future medical decisions; and who should be included in the process. The panel achieved a final consensus one-sentence definition and accompanying goals statement: "Advance care planning is a process that supports adults at any age or stage of health in understanding and sharing their personal values, life goals, and preferences regarding future medical care. The goal of advance care planning is to help ensure that people receive medical care that is consistent with their values, goals and preferences during serious and chronic illness." The panel also described strategies to best support adults in ACP. A multidisciplinary Delphi panel developed a consensus definition for ACP for adults that can be used to inform implementation and measurement of ACP clinical, research, and policy initiatives. Published by Elsevier Inc.

  12. VCE testbed program planning and definition study

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Westmoreland, J. S.; Godston, J.

    1978-01-01

    The flight definition of the Variable Stream Control Engine (VSCE) was updated to reflect design improvements in the two key components: (1) the low emissions duct burner, and (2) the coannular exhaust nozzle. The testbed design was defined and plans for the overall program were formulated. The effect of these improvements was evaluated for performance, emissions, noise, weight, and length. For experimental large scale testing of the duct burner and coannular nozzle, a design definition of the VCE testbed configuration was made. This included selecting the core engine, determining instrumentation requirements, and selecting the test facilities, in addition to defining control system and assembly requirements. Plans for a comprehensive test program to demonstrate the duct burner and nozzle technologies were formulated. The plans include both aeroacoustic and emissions testing.

  13. 26 CFR 1.414(g)-1 - Definition of plan administrator.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Definition of plan administrator. 1.414(g)-1 Section 1.414(g)-1 Internal Revenue INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED...(g)-1 Definition of plan administrator. (a) In general. For purposes of part I of subchapter D of...

  14. 26 CFR 1.414(g)-1 - Definition of plan administrator.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definition of plan administrator. 1.414(g)-1 Section 1.414(g)-1 Internal Revenue INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED...(g)-1 Definition of plan administrator. (a) In general. For purposes of part I of subchapter D of...

  15. 26 CFR 1.414(g)-1 - Definition of plan administrator.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2012-04-01 2011-04-01 true Definition of plan administrator. 1.414(g)-1 Section 1.414(g)-1 Internal Revenue INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED...(g)-1 Definition of plan administrator. (a) In general. For purposes of part I of subchapter D of...

  16. 26 CFR 1.414(g)-1 - Definition of plan administrator.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Definition of plan administrator. 1.414(g)-1 Section 1.414(g)-1 Internal Revenue INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED...(g)-1 Definition of plan administrator. (a) In general. For purposes of part I of subchapter D of...

  17. 26 CFR 1.401-10 - Definitions relating to plans covering self-employed individuals.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions relating to plans covering self... Plans, Etc. § 1.401-10 Definitions relating to plans covering self-employed individuals. (a) In general. (1) Certain self-employed individuals may be covered by a qualified pension, annuity, or profit...

  18. 29 CFR 779.316 - Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... Exemptions for Certain Retail or Service Establishments Making Sales of Goods and Services ârecognized As Retailâ § 779.316 Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement. The term “retail” is alien to some businesses or operations. For example, transactions of an...

  19. 29 CFR 779.316 - Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... Exemptions for Certain Retail or Service Establishments Making Sales of Goods and Services ârecognized As Retailâ § 779.316 Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement. The term “retail” is alien to some businesses or operations. For example, transactions of an...

  20. 29 CFR 779.316 - Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... Exemptions for Certain Retail or Service Establishments Making Sales of Goods and Services ârecognized As Retailâ § 779.316 Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement. The term “retail” is alien to some businesses or operations. For example, transactions of an...

  1. 29 CFR 779.316 - Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... Retailâ § 779.316 Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first... power company selling electrical energy to private consumers. As to establishments of such businesses, therefore, a concept of retail selling or servicing does not exist. That it was the intent of Congress to...

  2. 26 CFR 1.414(g)-1 - Definition of plan administrator.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definition of plan administrator. 1.414(g)-1 Section 1.414(g)-1 Internal Revenue INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED) INCOME TAX (CONTINUED) INCOME TAXES Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.414(g)-1...

  3. 29 CFR 779.316 - Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first requirement.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Retailâ § 779.316 Establishments outside “retail concept” not within statutory definition; lack first..., therefore, a concept of retail selling or servicing does not exist. That it was the intent of Congress to... concept” cannot be artificially created in an industry in which there is no traditional concept of retail...

  4. An investigation of culturally competent terminology in healthcare policy finds ambiguity and lack of definition.

    PubMed

    Grant, Julian; Parry, Yvonne; Guerin, Pauline

    2013-06-01

    This research explored how the concept of cultural competence was represented and expressed through health policies that were intended to improve the quality and efficacy of healthcare provided to families from culturally marginalised communities, particularly women and children with refugee backgrounds. A critical document analysis was conducted of policies that inform healthcare for families from culturally marginalised communities in two local government areas in South Australia. The analysis identified two major themes: lack of, or inconsistent, definitions of 'culture' and 'cultural competency' and related terms; and the paradoxical use of language to determine care. Cultural competence within health services has been identified as an important factor that can improve the health outcomes for families from marginalised communities. However, inconsistency in definitions, understanding and implementation of cultural competence in health practice makes it difficult to implement care using these frameworks. Clearly defined pathways are necessary from health policy to inform culturally competent service delivery. The capacity for policy directives to effectively circumvent the potential deleterious outcomes of culturally incompetent services is only possible when that policy provides clear definitions and instructions. Consultation and partnership are necessary to develop effective definitions and processes relating to cultural competence. © 2013 The Authors. ANZJPH © 2013 Public Health Association of Australia.

  5. 20 CFR 323.2 - Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... unemployment or sickness insurance. 323.2 Section 323.2 Employees' Benefits RAILROAD RETIREMENT BOARD REGULATIONS UNDER THE RAILROAD UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE ACT NONGOVERNMENTAL PLANS FOR UNEMPLOYMENT OR SICKNESS INSURANCE § 323.2 Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance. A...

  6. 20 CFR 323.2 - Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... unemployment or sickness insurance. 323.2 Section 323.2 Employees' Benefits RAILROAD RETIREMENT BOARD REGULATIONS UNDER THE RAILROAD UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE ACT NONGOVERNMENTAL PLANS FOR UNEMPLOYMENT OR SICKNESS INSURANCE § 323.2 Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance. A...

  7. 20 CFR 323.2 - Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... unemployment or sickness insurance. 323.2 Section 323.2 Employees' Benefits RAILROAD RETIREMENT BOARD REGULATIONS UNDER THE RAILROAD UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE ACT NONGOVERNMENTAL PLANS FOR UNEMPLOYMENT OR SICKNESS INSURANCE § 323.2 Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance. A...

  8. 20 CFR 323.2 - Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... unemployment or sickness insurance. 323.2 Section 323.2 Employees' Benefits RAILROAD RETIREMENT BOARD REGULATIONS UNDER THE RAILROAD UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE ACT NONGOVERNMENTAL PLANS FOR UNEMPLOYMENT OR SICKNESS INSURANCE § 323.2 Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance. A...

  9. 20 CFR 323.2 - Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... unemployment or sickness insurance. 323.2 Section 323.2 Employees' Benefits RAILROAD RETIREMENT BOARD REGULATIONS UNDER THE RAILROAD UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE ACT NONGOVERNMENTAL PLANS FOR UNEMPLOYMENT OR SICKNESS INSURANCE § 323.2 Definition of nongovernmental plan for unemployment or sickness insurance. A...

  10. Strategic Planning in Higher Education: Varying Definitions, Key Characteristics, Benefits, Pitfalls, and Good Approaches.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Tan, David L.

    Planning in higher education has evolved as a response to changes in the environment, such as expanding enrollments, student unrest, economic recession, and pressures for financial accountability. Strategic planning has emerged as one way institutions can handle and overcome the adversities of the future. Definitions of strategic planning are…

  11. Life sciences payload definition and integration study, task C and D. Volume 2: Payload definition, integration, and planning studies

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1973-01-01

    The Life Sciences Payload Definition and Integration Study was composed of four major tasks. Tasks A and B, the laboratory definition phase, were the subject of prior NASA study. The laboratory definition phase included the establishment of research functions, equipment definitions, and conceptual baseline laboratory designs. These baseline laboratories were designated as Maxi-Nom, Mini-30, and Mini-7. The outputs of Tasks A and B were used by the NASA Life Sciences Payload Integration Team to establish guidelines for Tasks C and D, the laboratory integration phase of the study. A brief review of Tasks A and B is presented provide background continuity. The tasks C and D effort is the subject of this report. The Task C effort stressed the integration of the NASA selected laboratory designs with the shuttle sortie module. The Task D effort updated and developed costs that could be used by NASA for preliminary program planning.

  12. Federal employees health program experiences lack of competition in some areas, raising cost concerns for exchange plans.

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    McBride, Timothy D; Barker, Abigail R; Pollack, Lisa M; Kemper, Leah M; Mueller, Keith J

    2012-06-01

    The Affordable Care Act calls for creation of health insurance exchanges designed to provide private health insurance plan choices. The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program is a national model that to some extent resembles the planned exchanges. Both offer plans at the state level but are also overseen by the federal government. We examined the availability of plans and enrollment levels in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program throughout the United States in 2010. We found that although plans were widely available, enrollment was concentrated in plans owned by just a few organizations, typically Blue Cross/Blue Shield plans. Enrollment was more concentrated in rural areas, which may reflect historical patterns of enrollment or lack of provider networks. Average biweekly premiums for an individual were lowest ($58.48) in counties where competition was extremely high, rising to $65.13 where competition was extremely low. To make certain that coverage sold through exchanges is affordable, policy makers may need to pay attention to areas where there is little plan competition and take steps through risk-adjustment policies or other measures to narrow differences in premiums and out-of-pocket expenses for consumers.

  13. A new definition of maternal depletion syndrome.

    PubMed Central

    Winkvist, A; Rasmussen, K M; Habicht, J P

    1992-01-01

    BACKGROUND. Although the term "maternal depletion syndrome" has been commonly used to explain poor maternal and infant health, whether such a syndrome actually exists remains unclear. This uncertainty may be due to the lack of a clear definition of the syndrome and the absence of theoretical frameworks that account for the many factors related to reproductive nutrition. METHODS. We propose a new definition of maternal depletion syndrome within a framework that accounts for potential confounding factors. RESULTS. Our conceptual framework distinguishes between childbearing pattern and inadequate diet as causes of poor maternal health; hence, our definition of maternal depletion syndrome has both biological and practical meaning. The new definition is based on overall change in maternal nutritional status over one reproductive cycle in relation to possible depletion and repletion phases and in relation to initial nutritional status. CONCLUSIONS. The empirical application of this approach should permit the testing of the existence of maternal depletion syndrome in the developing world, and the distinction between populations where family planning will alleviate maternal depletion and those in which an improved diet is also necessary. PMID:1566948

  14. Potential impact of 68Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT on prostate cancer definitive radiation therapy planning.

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    Calais, Jérémie; Kishan, Amar U; Cao, Minsong; Fendler, Wolfgang P; Eiber, Matthias; Herrmann, Ken; Ceci, Francesco; Reiter, Robert E; Rettig, Matthew B; Hegde, John V; Shaverdian, Narek; King, Christopher R; Steinberg, Michael L; Czernin, Johannes; Nickols, Nicholas G

    2018-04-13

    Background: Standard-of-care imaging for initial staging of prostate cancer (PCa) underestimates disease burden. Prostate specific membrane antigen (PSMA) positron emission tomography/ computed tomography (PET/CT) detects PCa metastasis with superior accuracy with potential impact definitive radiation therapy (RT) planning for non-metastatic PCa. Objectives: i) To determine how often definitive PCa RT planning based on standard target volumes cover 68 Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT defined disease, and ii) To assess the potential impact of 68 Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT on definitive PCa RT planning. Patients and Methods: This is a post-hoc analysis of an intention to treat population of 73 patients with localized PCa without prior local therapy who underwent 68 Ga-PSMA PET/CT for initial staging as part of an Investigational New Drug trial. 11/73 were intermediate-risk (15%), 33/73 were high-risk (45%), 22/73 were very high risk (30%), and 7/73 were N1 (9.5%). Clinical target volumes (CTVs) that included the prostate, seminal vesicles, and pelvic lymph nodes (LNs) using Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG) consensus guidelines were contoured on the CT portion of the PET/CT by a radiation oncologist blinded to the PET findings. 68 Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT images were analyzed by a nuclear medicine physician. PSMA-positive lesions not covered by planning volumes based on the CTVs were considered to have a major potential impact on treatment planning. Results: All patients had PSMA-positive primary prostate lesion(s). 25/73 (34%) and 7/73 (9.5%) had PSMA-positive pelvic nodal and distant metastases, respectively. The sites of nodal metastases in decreasing order of frequency were external iliac (20.5%), common iliac (13.5%), internal iliac (12.5%) obturator (12.5%), perirectal (4%), abdominal (4%), upper-diaphragm (4%), and presacral (1.5%). The median size of the nodal lesions was 6 mm (range 4-24 mm). RT planning based on the CTVs covered 69/73 (94.5%) of primary disease and 20/25 (80%) of

  15. SU-F-T-252: An Investigation of Gamma Knife Frame Definition Error When Using a Pre-Planning Workflow

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    Johnson, P

    Purpose: To determine causal factors related to high frame definition error when treating GK patients using a pre-planning workflow. Methods: 160 cases were retrospectively reviewed. All patients received treatment using a pre-planning workflow whereby stereotactic coordinates are determined from a CT scan acquired after framing using a fiducial box. The planning software automatically detects the fiducials and compares their location to expected values based on the rigid design of the fiducial system. Any difference is reported as mean and maximum frame definition error. The manufacturer recommends these values be less than 1.0 mm and 1.5 mm. In this study, framemore » definition error was analyzed in comparison with a variety of factors including which neurosurgeon/oncologist/physicist was involved with the procedure, number of post used during framing (3 or 4), type of lesion, and which CT scanner was utilized for acquisition. An analysis of variance (ANOVA) approach was used to statistically evaluate the data and determine causal factors related to instances of high frame definition error. Results: Two factors were identified as significant: number of post (p=0.0003) and CT scanner (p=0.0001). Further analysis showed that one of the four scanners was significantly different than the others. This diagnostic scanner was identified as an older model with localization lasers not tightly calibrated. The average value for maximum frame definition error using this scanner was 1.48 mm (4 posts) and 1.75 mm (3 posts). For the other scanners this value was 1.13 mm (4 posts) and 1.40 mm (3 posts). Conclusion: In utilizing a pre-planning workflow the choice of CT scanner matters. Any scanner utilized for GK should undergo routine QA at a level appropriate for radiation oncology. In terms of 3 vs 4 post, it is hypothesized that three posts provide less stability during CT acquisition. This will be tested in future work.« less

  16. 23 CFR 450.304 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Definitions. 450.304 Section 450.304 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Metropolitan Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.304 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  17. 23 CFR 450.304 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Definitions. 450.304 Section 450.304 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Metropolitan Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.304 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  18. 23 CFR 450.204 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Definitions. 450.204 Section 450.204 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Statewide Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.204 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  19. 23 CFR 450.304 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Definitions. 450.304 Section 450.304 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Metropolitan Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.304 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  20. 23 CFR 450.204 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Definitions. 450.204 Section 450.204 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Statewide Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.204 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  1. 23 CFR 450.204 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Definitions. 450.204 Section 450.204 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Statewide Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.204 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  2. 23 CFR 450.304 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 450.304 Section 450.304 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Metropolitan Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.304 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  3. 23 CFR 450.204 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 450.204 Section 450.204 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Statewide Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.204 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  4. 23 CFR 450.204 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definitions. 450.204 Section 450.204 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Statewide Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.204 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  5. 23 CFR 450.304 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 23 Highways 1 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definitions. 450.304 Section 450.304 Highways FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS Metropolitan Transportation Planning and Programming § 450.304 Definitions. Except as otherwise...

  6. 29 CFR 2550.401c-1 - Definition of “plan assets”-insurance company general accounts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Definition of âplan assetsâ-insurance company general... assets”—insurance company general accounts. (a) In general. (1) This section describes, in the case where... policies are supported by assets of an insurance company's general account), which assets held by the...

  7. 29 CFR 2550.401c-1 - Definition of “plan assets”-insurance company general accounts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false Definition of âplan assetsâ-insurance company general... assets”—insurance company general accounts. (a) In general. (1) This section describes, in the case where... policies are supported by assets of an insurance company's general account), which assets held by the...

  8. 29 CFR 2550.401c-1 - Definition of “plan assets”-insurance company general accounts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Definition of âplan assetsâ-insurance company general... assets”—insurance company general accounts. (a) In general. (1) This section describes, in the case where... policies are supported by assets of an insurance company's general account), which assets held by the...

  9. 29 CFR 2550.401c-1 - Definition of “plan assets”-insurance company general accounts.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Definition of âplan assetsâ-insurance company general... assets”—insurance company general accounts. (a) In general. (1) This section describes, in the case where... policies are supported by assets of an insurance company's general account), which assets held by the...

  10. Bullying by Definition: An Examination of Definitional Components of Bullying

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    Goldsmid, Susan; Howie, Pauline

    2014-01-01

    Lack of definitional consensus remains an important unresolved issue within bullying research. This study examined the ability of definitional variables to predict overall level of victimisation (distress, power inequity, and provocation as predictors) and bullying (intention to harm, power inequity, and provocation as predictors) in 246…

  11. Concept analysis: lack of anonymity.

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    Swan, Marilyn A; Hobbs, Barbara B

    2017-05-01

    To re-examine and expand understanding of the concept 'lack of anonymity' as a component of rural nursing theory. Early healthcare literature reports lack of anonymity as part of social and working environments, particularly rural nursing. Rural nursing theory included the first published concept analysis on lack of anonymity but lacked empirical referents. Workforce, societal and rural healthcare changes support an updated analysis. To further understand lack of anonymity, its present day use and applicability to diverse environments, research from multiple disciplines was reviewed. Concept analysis. A literature search using eight terms in eleven databases was conducted of literature published between 2008-2013. Walker and Avant's concept analysis methodology guided the analysis. The previous concept analysis is supported in part by current literature. The defining attributes, 'identifiable', 'establishing boundaries for public and private self and interconnectedness' in a community were updated. Updated antecedents include: (i) environmental context; (ii) opportunities to become visible; (iii) developing relationships and (iv) unconscious or limited awareness of public or personal privacy. Consequences are: (i) familiarity; (ii) visibility; (iii) awareness of privacy and (iv) manage or balance of lack of anonymity. Cases were constructed and empirical referents identified. The concept of lack of anonymity was updated; portions of the original definition remain unchanged. Empirical referents reveal the defining attributes in daily life and may guide future research on the effect of lack of anonymity on nursing practice. This analysis advances the conceptual understanding of rural nursing theory. © 2016 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

  12. 48 CFR 1807.7201 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Definitions. 1807.7201 Section 1807.7201 Federal Acquisition Regulations System NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION COMPETITION AND ACQUISITION PLANNING ACQUISITION PLANNING Acquisition Forecasting 1807.7201 Definitions. Class...

  13. Fusion Simulation Program Definition. Final report

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    Cary, John R.

    2012-09-05

    We have completed our contributions to the Fusion Simulation Program Definition Project. Our contributions were in the overall planning with concentration in the definition of the area of Software Integration and Support. We contributed to the planning of multiple meetings, and we contributed to multiple planning documents.

  14. 42 CFR 436.530 - Definition of blindness.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 4 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definition of blindness. 436.530 Section 436.530... Requirements for Medicaid Eligibility Blindness § 436.530 Definition of blindness. (a) Definition. The agency must use the definition of blindness that is used in the State plan for AB or AABD. (b) State plan...

  15. Power Extension Package (PEP) system definition extension, orbital service module systems analysis study. Volume 10: PEP project plan

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1979-01-01

    Contents: project plan summary; project and mission objectives; related studies and technology support activities; technical summary; management; procurement approach; project definition items and schedule; resources; management review; controlled items; and safety, reliability, and quality assurance.

  16. 29 CFR 1910.34 - Coverage and definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 5 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false Coverage and definitions. 1910.34 Section 1910.34 Labor... OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS Exit Routes and Emergency Planning § 1910.34 Coverage and definitions... plans. (c) Definitions. Electroluminescent means a light-emitting capacitor. Alternating current excites...

  17. 29 CFR 1910.34 - Coverage and definitions.

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    2013-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 5 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Coverage and definitions. 1910.34 Section 1910.34 Labor... OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS Exit Routes and Emergency Planning § 1910.34 Coverage and definitions... plans. (c) Definitions. Electroluminescent means a light-emitting capacitor. Alternating current excites...

  18. 29 CFR 1910.34 - Coverage and definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 5 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Coverage and definitions. 1910.34 Section 1910.34 Labor... OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS Exit Routes and Emergency Planning § 1910.34 Coverage and definitions... plans. (c) Definitions. Electroluminescent means a light-emitting capacitor. Alternating current excites...

  19. Automated survey of 8000 plan checks at eight facilities.

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    Halabi, Tarek; Lu, Hsiao-Ming; Bernard, Damian A; Chu, James C H; Kirk, Michael C; Hamilton, Russell J; Lei, Yu; Driewer, Joseph

    2016-09-01

    To identify policy and system related weaknesses in treatment planning and plan check work-flows. The authors' web deployed plan check automation solution, PlanCheck, which works with all major planning and record and verify systems (demonstrated here for mosaiq only), allows them to compute violation rates for a large number of plan checks across many facilities without requiring the manual data entry involved with incident filings. Workflows and failure modes are heavily influenced by the type of record and verify system used. Rather than tackle multiple record and verify systems at once, the authors restricted the present survey to mosaiq facilities. Violations were investigated by sending inquiries to physicists running the program. Frequent violations included inadequate tracking in the record and verify system of total and prescription doses. Infrequent violations included incorrect setting of patient orientation in the record and verify system. Peaks in the distribution, over facilities, of violation frequencies pointed to suboptimal policies at some of these facilities. Correspondence with physicists often revealed incomplete knowledge of settings at their facility necessary to perform thorough plan checks. The survey leads to the identification of specific and important policy and system deficiencies that include: suboptimal timing of initial plan checks, lack of communication or agreement on conventions surrounding prescription definitions, and lack of automation in the transfer of some parameters.

  20. 29 CFR 1910.34 - Coverage and definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 5 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Coverage and definitions. 1910.34 Section 1910.34 Labor... OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS Means of Egress § 1910.34 Coverage and definitions. (a) Every employer... the minimum requirements for emergency action plans and fire prevention plans. (c) Definitions...

  1. 29 CFR 1910.34 - Coverage and definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 5 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Coverage and definitions. 1910.34 Section 1910.34 Labor... OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS Means of Egress § 1910.34 Coverage and definitions. (a) Every employer... the minimum requirements for emergency action plans and fire prevention plans. (c) Definitions...

  2. 18 CFR 740.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Definitions. 740.2 Section 740.2 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL STATE WATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROGRAM § 740.2 Definitions. Act means the Water Resources Planning Act (as amended), Pub. L. 89...

  3. 18 CFR 740.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definitions. 740.2 Section 740.2 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL STATE WATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROGRAM § 740.2 Definitions. Act means the Water Resources Planning Act (as amended), Pub. L. 89...

  4. 18 CFR 740.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Definitions. 740.2 Section 740.2 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL STATE WATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROGRAM § 740.2 Definitions. Act means the Water Resources Planning Act (as amended), Pub. L. 89...

  5. 18 CFR 740.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2013-04-01 2012-04-01 true Definitions. 740.2 Section 740.2 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL STATE WATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROGRAM § 740.2 Definitions. Act means the Water Resources Planning Act (as amended), Pub. L. 89...

  6. 18 CFR 740.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 740.2 Section 740.2 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL STATE WATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROGRAM § 740.2 Definitions. Act means the Water Resources Planning Act (as amended), Pub. L. 89...

  7. 42 CFR 59.202 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Definitions. 59.202 Section 59.202 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES Grants for Family Planning Service Training § 59.202 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Act means...

  8. 42 CFR 59.202 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definitions. 59.202 Section 59.202 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES Grants for Family Planning Service Training § 59.202 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Act means...

  9. 42 CFR 59.202 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Definitions. 59.202 Section 59.202 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES Grants for Family Planning Service Training § 59.202 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Act means...

  10. 42 CFR 59.202 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 59.202 Section 59.202 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES Grants for Family Planning Service Training § 59.202 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Act means...

  11. 42 CFR 59.202 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Definitions. 59.202 Section 59.202 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES Grants for Family Planning Service Training § 59.202 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Act means...

  12. International survey among orthopaedic trauma surgeons: Lack of a definition of fracture-related infection.

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    Morgenstern, M; Moriarty, T F; Kuehl, R; Richards, R G; McNally, M A; Verhofstad, M H J; Borens, O; Zalavras, C; Raschke, M; Kates, S L; Metsemakers, W J

    2018-03-01

    Fracture-related infection (FRI) is one of the most challenging musculoskeletal complications in orthopaedic-trauma surgery. Although the orthopaedic community has developed and adopted a consensus definition of prosthetic joint infections (PJI), it still remains unclear how the trauma surgery community defines FRI in daily clinical practice or in performing clinical research studies. The central aim of this study was to survey the opinions of a global network of trauma surgeons on the definitions and criteria they routinely use, and their opinion on the need for a unified definition of FRI. The secondary aims were to survey their opinion on the utility of currently used definitions that may be at least partially applicable for FRI, and finally their opinion on the important clinical parameters that should be considered as diagnostic criteria for FRI. An 11-item questionnaire was developed to cover the above-mentioned aims. The questionnaire was administered by SurveyMonkey and was sent via blast email to all registered users of AO Trauma (Davos, Switzerland). Out of the 26'563 recipients who opened the email, 2'327 (8.8%) completed the questionnaire. Nearly 90% of respondents agreed that a consensus-derived definition for FRI is required and 66% of the surgeons also agreed that PJI and FRI are not equal with respect to diagnosis, treatment and outcome. Furthermore, "positive cultures from microbiology testing", "elevation of CRP", "purulent drainage" and "local clinical signs of infection" were voted the most important diagnostic parameters for FRI. This international survey infers the need for a consensus definition of FRI and provides insight into the clinical parameters seen by an international community of trauma surgeons as being critical for defining FRI. Copyright © 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

  13. Clinical Definitions of Melioidosis

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    Cheng, Allen C.; Currie, Bart J.; Dance, David A. B.; Funnell, Simon G. P.; Limmathurotsakul, Direk; Simpson, Andrew J. H.; Peacock, Sharon J.

    2013-01-01

    Clinical definitions of melioidosis and inhalation-acquired melioidosis (Burkholderia pseudomallei infection) are described together with the evidence used to develop these definitions. Such definitions support accurate public health reporting, preparedness planning for deliberate B. pseudomallei release, design of experimental models, and categorization of naturally acquired melioidosis. PMID:23468355

  14. 31 CFR 351.47 - May I purchase definitive Series EE savings bonds through a payroll savings plan?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 31 Money and Finance: Treasury 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false May I purchase definitive Series EE savings bonds through a payroll savings plan? 351.47 Section 351.47 Money and Finance: Treasury Regulations Relating to Money and Finance (Continued) FISCAL SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY BUREAU OF THE...

  15. 31 CFR 359.35 - May I purchase definitive Series I savings bonds through a payroll savings plan?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 31 Money and Finance: Treasury 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false May I purchase definitive Series I savings bonds through a payroll savings plan? 359.35 Section 359.35 Money and Finance: Treasury Regulations Relating to Money and Finance (Continued) FISCAL SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY BUREAU OF THE...

  16. Definition study of a Variable Cycle Experimental Engine (VCEE) and associated test program and test plan

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Allan, R. D.

    1978-01-01

    The Definition Study of a Variable Cycle Experimental Engine (VCEE) and Associated Test Program and Test Plan, was initiated to identify the most cost effective program for a follow-on to the AST Test Bed Program. The VCEE Study defined various subscale VCE's based on different available core engine components, and a full scale VCEE utilizing current technology. The cycles were selected, preliminary design accomplished and program plans and engineering costs developed for several program options. In addition to the VCEE program plans and options, a limited effort was applied to identifying programs that could logically be accomplished on the AST Test Bed Program VCE to extend the usefulness of this test hardware. Component programs were provided that could be accomplished prior to the start of a VCEE program.

  17. 29 CFR 4006.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... single-employer plan. In addition, for purposes of this part: New plan means a plan that did not exist... that meets this definition is considered to be a new plan even if the plan constitutes a successor plan within the meaning of section 4021(a) of ERISA. Newly-covered plan means a plan that is not a new plan...

  18. 29 CFR 4006.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... single-employer plan. In addition, for purposes of this part: New plan means a plan that did not exist... that meets this definition is considered to be a new plan even if the plan constitutes a successor plan within the meaning of section 4021(a) of ERISA. Newly-covered plan means a plan that is not a new plan...

  19. 44 CFR 75.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 44 Emergency Management and Assistance 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 75.2 Section 75.2 Emergency Management and Assistance FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND... PROPERTIES UNDER SELF-INSURANCE PLAN General § 75.2 Definitions. The definitions set forth in part 59 of this...

  20. Lack of consensus on optimal acetabular cup orientation because of variation in assessment methods in total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review.

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    Snijders, Thom E; Willemsen, Koen; van Gaalen, Steven M; Castelein, Rene M; Weinans, Harrie; de Gast, Arthur

    2018-05-01

    Dislocation is one of the main reasons for revision of total hip arthroplasty but dislocation rates have not changed in the past decades, compromising patients' well-being. Acetabular cup orientation plays a key role in implant stability and has been widely studied. This article investigates whether there is a consensus on optimal cup orientation, which is necessary when using a navigation system. A systematic search of the literature in the PubMed, Embase and Cochrane databases was performed (March 2017) to identify articles that investigated the direct relationship between cup orientation and dislocation, including a thorough evaluation of postoperative cup orientation assessment methods. Twenty eight relevant articles evaluating a direct relation between dislocation and cup orientation could not come to a consensus. The key reason is a lack of uniformity in the assessment of cup orientation. Cup orientation is assessed with different imaging modalities, different methodologies, different definitions for inclination and anteversion, several reference planes and distinct patient positions. All available studies lack uniformity in cup orientation assessment; therefore it is impossible to reach consensus on optimal cup orientation. Using navigation systems for placement of the cup is inevitably flawed when using different definitions in the preoperative planning, peroperative placement and postoperative evaluation. Further methodological development is required to assess cup orientation. Consequently, the postoperative assessment should be uniform, thus differentiating between anterior and posterior dislocation, use the same definitions for inclination and anteversion with the same reference plane and with the patient in the same position.

  1. Reviewing the definition of crisis in dementia care

    PubMed Central

    2013-01-01

    Background Crisis is a term frequently used in dementia care lacking a standardized definition. This article systematically reviews existing definitions of crisis in dementia care literature to create a standardized definition that can be utilized for research, policy and clinical practice. Methods We systematically searched for articles containing definitions of crisis in the context of dementia care. We created an operational framework of crisis based on retrieved definitions. Recommendations to address crisis situations were reviewed and classified according to care settings. Results Abstracts and titles of 1,113 articles, screened from PubMed and EMBASE, were narrowed down to 27 articles. After review, crisis in dementia was defined as a process where a stressor causes an imbalance requiring an immediate decision to be made which leads to a desired outcome and therefore a resolution of the crisis. If the crisis is not resolved, the cycle continues. Recommendations for resolving crisis involving persons with dementia and their caregivers include awareness therapy after diagnosis and increased contact with general practitioners, case manager consultations, caregiver support and education. Furthermore, nursing home staff should be attuned to the environmental, physical and psychological needs of persons with dementia. Conclusions This is the first article to review the definition of crisis in the context of dementia care. A review of the literature indicated that the definition of a crisis is idiosyncratic. Therefore, it is difficult to prevent or plan for all crises. We used an operational framework to compile types of crisis stressors and recommendations from the crisis literature based on three different perspectives; the person with the dementia, the caregiver and the healthcare providers. PMID:23374634

  2. Reviewing the definition of crisis in dementia care.

    PubMed

    MacNeil Vroomen, Janet; Bosmans, Judith E; van Hout, Hein P J; de Rooij, Sophia E

    2013-02-01

    Crisis is a term frequently used in dementia care lacking a standardized definition. This article systematically reviews existing definitions of crisis in dementia care literature to create a standardized definition that can be utilized for research, policy and clinical practice. We systematically searched for articles containing definitions of crisis in the context of dementia care. We created an operational framework of crisis based on retrieved definitions. Recommendations to address crisis situations were reviewed and classified according to care settings. Abstracts and titles of 1,113 articles, screened from PubMed and EMBASE, were narrowed down to 27 articles. After review, crisis in dementia was defined as a process where a stressor causes an imbalance requiring an immediate decision to be made which leads to a desired outcome and therefore a resolution of the crisis. If the crisis is not resolved, the cycle continues. Recommendations for resolving crisis involving persons with dementia and their caregivers include awareness therapy after diagnosis and increased contact with general practitioners, case manager consultations, caregiver support and education. Furthermore, nursing home staff should be attuned to the environmental, physical and psychological needs of persons with dementia. This is the first article to review the definition of crisis in the context of dementia care. A review of the literature indicated that the definition of a crisis is idiosyncratic. Therefore, it is difficult to prevent or plan for all crises. We used an operational framework to compile types of crisis stressors and recommendations from the crisis literature based on three different perspectives; the person with the dementia, the caregiver and the healthcare providers.

  3. 46 CFR 8.510 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 46 Shipping 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 8.510 Section 8.510 Shipping COAST GUARD... Streamlined Inspection Program § 8.510 Definitions. The following definitions apply to this subpart: Civil..., Marine Inspection (OCMI), to assist in the development of an action plan. Company means the owner of the...

  4. Definition of optical systems payloads

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Downey, J. A., III

    1981-01-01

    The various phases in the formulation of a major NASA project include the inception of the project, planning of the concept, and the project definition. A baseline configuration is established during the planning stage, which serves as a basis for engineering trade studies. Basic technological problems should be recognized early, and a technological verification plan prepared before development of a project begins. A progressive series of iterations is required during the definition phase, illustrating the complex interdependence of existing subsystems. A systems error budget should be established to assess the overall systems performance, identify key performance drivers, and guide performance trades and iterations around these drivers, thus decreasing final systems requirements. Unnecessary interfaces should be avoided, and reasonable design and cost margins maintained. Certain aspects of the definition of the Advanced X-ray Astrophysics Facility are used as an example.

  5. Phase C/D program development plan. Volume 1: Program plan

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1971-01-01

    The Phase C/D definition of the Modular Space Station has been developed. The modular approach selected during the option period was evaluated, requirements were defined, and program definition and preliminary design were accomplished. The Space Station Project is covered in depth, the research applications module is limited to a project-level definition, and the shuttle operations are included for interface requirements identification, scheduling, and costing. Discussed in detail are: (1) baseline program and project descriptions; (2) phase project planning; (3) modular space station program schedule; (4) program management plan; (5) operations; (6) facilities; (7) logistics; and (8) manpower.

  6. 42 CFR 456.520 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS UTILIZATION CONTROL Utilization Review Plans: FFP, Waivers, and Variances for Hospitals and Mental Hospitals Ur Plan: Remote Facility Variances from Time Requirements § 456.520 Definitions...

  7. 48 CFR 207.7001 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING ACQUISITION PLANNING Buy-to-Budget-Additional Quantities of End Items 207.7001 Definition. End item, as used in this subpart, means a production product assembled...

  8. 48 CFR 207.7001 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING ACQUISITION PLANNING Buy-to-Budget-Additional Quantities of End Items 207.7001 Definition. End item, as used in this subpart, means a production product assembled...

  9. 48 CFR 207.7001 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING ACQUISITION PLANNING Buy-to-Budget-Additional Quantities of End Items 207.7001 Definition. End item, as used in this subpart, means a production product assembled...

  10. 48 CFR 207.7001 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING ACQUISITION PLANNING Buy-to-Budget-Additional Quantities of End Items 207.7001 Definition. End item, as used in this subpart, means a production product assembled...

  11. 48 CFR 207.7001 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING ACQUISITION PLANNING Buy-to-Budget-Additional Quantities of End Items 207.7001 Definition. End item, as used in this subpart, means a production product assembled...

  12. Planning Resource Guide.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    RP Group of California Community Colleges, Santa Ana.

    The Planning Resource Guide by the RP Group of California Community Colleges was created to provide practical planning assistance. It contains four sections, including: (1) a basic conceptual framework for planning; (2) common planning definitions for colleges; (3) planning steps and samples of planning structures; and (4) suggestions for linking…

  13. Automatic Abstraction in Planning

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Christensen, J.

    1991-01-01

    Traditionally, abstraction in planning has been accomplished by either state abstraction or operator abstraction, neither of which has been fully automatic. We present a new method, predicate relaxation, for automatically performing state abstraction. PABLO, a nonlinear hierarchical planner, implements predicate relaxation. Theoretical, as well as empirical results are presented which demonstrate the potential advantages of using predicate relaxation in planning. We also present a new definition of hierarchical operators that allows us to guarantee a limited form of completeness. This new definition is shown to be, in some ways, more flexible than previous definitions of hierarchical operators. Finally, a Classical Truth Criterion is presented that is proven to be sound and complete for a planning formalism that is general enough to include most classical planning formalisms that are based on the STRIPS assumption.

  14. 14 CFR 93.335 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... AND GENERAL OPERATING RULES SPECIAL AIR TRAFFIC RULES Washington, DC Metropolitan Area Special Flight Rules Area § 93.335 Definitions. For purposes of this subpart— DC FRZ flight plan is a flight plan filed... the DC FRZ. This flight plan is separate and distinct from a standard VFR flight plan, and does not...

  15. 26 CFR 1.150-1A - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... single facility or related facilities are part of the same plan of financing; (B) Short-term bonds to... Definitions. (a) through (b) [Reserved]. For guidance see § 1.150-1. (c) Definition of issue—(1) In general... bond is treated as sold on its issue date. (ii) Sold pursuant to the same plan of financing. The bonds...

  16. 48 CFR 2509.403 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 true Definitions. 2509.403 Section 2509.403 Federal Acquisition Regulations System NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Debarment, Suspension, and Ineligibility 2509.403 Definitions. The NSF Deputy...

  17. 48 CFR 706.003 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 5 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 706.003 Section 706.003 Federal Acquisition Regulations System AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACQUISITION PLANNING COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS 706.003 Definitions. Procuring activity means “contracting activity”, as...

  18. 48 CFR 9.601 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 1 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Definition. 9.601 Section 9.601 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Contractor Team Arrangements 9.601 Definition. Contractor team arrangement, as used...

  19. 48 CFR 9.601 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Definition. 9.601 Section 9.601 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Contractor Team Arrangements 9.601 Definition. Contractor team arrangement, as used...

  20. 48 CFR 9.601 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definition. 9.601 Section 9.601 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Contractor Team Arrangements 9.601 Definition. Contractor team arrangement, as used...

  1. 48 CFR 9.601 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Definition. 9.601 Section 9.601 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Contractor Team Arrangements 9.601 Definition. Contractor team arrangement, as used...

  2. 48 CFR 9.601 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definition. 9.601 Section 9.601 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Contractor Team Arrangements 9.601 Definition. Contractor team arrangement, as used...

  3. 24 CFR 91.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... CONSOLIDATED SUBMISSIONS FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS General § 91.5 Definitions. The terms..., community development plan, and submissions for funding under any of the Community Planning and Development... domestic violence, youth, and persons with HIV/AIDS. Jurisdiction. A State or unit of general local...

  4. [Discussion of some problems in the new centurial planning material the therapeutics of acupuncture and moxibustion].

    PubMed

    Yang, Yun-kuan; Hu, You-ping; Wang, Yan

    2006-11-01

    Some problems were found for argument in the teaching of The Therapeutics of Acupuncture & Moxibustion, the new centurial national advanced Chinese medical school's planning material, including errors in compiling, some concepts lacking definition, and some acupuncture treatment methods in the material deviating off clinical practice, etc.. Study on these problems so as to make the teaching material more perfect, more scientific, accurate and authoritative.

  5. 48 CFR 1819.7101 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 true Definition. 1819.7101 Section 1819.7101 Federal Acquisition Regulations System NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION SOCIOECONOMIC PROGRAMS SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAMS NASA Rural Area Small Business Plan 1819.7101 Definition. Rural...

  6. 48 CFR 1409.403 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 5 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definitions. 1409.403... ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Debarment, Suspension, and Ineligibility 1409.403 Definitions... matters. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) may also refer actions. Conviction, for the purposes of...

  7. 48 CFR 1409.403 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 5 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Definitions. 1409.403... ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Debarment, Suspension, and Ineligibility 1409.403 Definitions... matters. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) may also refer actions. Conviction, for the purposes of...

  8. 7 CFR 1207.303 - Plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE POTATO RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PLAN Potato Research and Promotion Plan Definitions § 1207.303 Plan. Plan means this potato research and...

  9. 7 CFR 1207.303 - Plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE POTATO RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PLAN Potato Research and Promotion Plan Definitions § 1207.303 Plan. Plan means this potato research and...

  10. 7 CFR 1207.303 - Plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE POTATO RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PLAN Potato Research and Promotion Plan Definitions § 1207.303 Plan. Plan means this potato research and...

  11. 7 CFR 1207.303 - Plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE POTATO RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PLAN Potato Research and Promotion Plan Definitions § 1207.303 Plan. Plan means this potato research and...

  12. 7 CFR 1207.303 - Plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE POTATO RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PLAN Potato Research and Promotion Plan Definitions § 1207.303 Plan. Plan means this potato research and...

  13. 49 CFR 272.9 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 49 Transportation 4 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Definitions. 272.9 Section 272.9 Transportation Other Regulations Relating to Transportation (Continued) FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS PLANS General § 272.9 Definitions. As used in this part— Accident...

  14. 23 CFR 500.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... forum for cooperative transportation decision making for a metropolitan planning area. National Highway... 23 Highways 1 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 500.103 Section 500.103 Highways FEDERAL... AND MONITORING SYSTEMS Management Systems § 500.103 Definitions. Unless otherwise specified in this...

  15. 44 CFR 352.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... boundaries. (q) Command and control means making and issuing protective action decisions and directing... 44 Emergency Management and Assistance 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 352.1 Section... SECURITY PREPAREDNESS COMMERCIAL NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLANNING § 352.1 Definitions...

  16. 'Big push' to reduce maternal mortality in Uganda and Zambia enhanced health systems but lacked a sustainability plan.

    PubMed

    Kruk, Margaret E; Rabkin, Miriam; Grépin, Karen Ann; Austin-Evelyn, Katherine; Greeson, Dana; Masvawure, Tsitsi Beatrice; Sacks, Emma Rose; Vail, Daniel; Galea, Sandro

    2014-06-01

    In the past decade, "big push" global health initiatives financed by international donors have aimed to rapidly reach ambitious health targets in low-income countries. The health system impacts of these efforts are infrequently assessed. Saving Mothers, Giving Life is a global public-private partnership that aims to reduce maternal mortality dramatically in one year in eight districts in Uganda and Zambia. We evaluated the first six to twelve months of the program's implementation, its ownership by national ministries of health, and its effects on health systems. The project's impact on maternal mortality is not reported here. We found that the Saving Mothers, Giving Life initiative delivered a large "dose" of intervention quickly by capitalizing on existing US international health assistance platforms, such as the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Early benefits to the broader health system included greater policy attention to maternal and child health, new health care infrastructure, and new models for collaborating with the private sector and communities. However, the rapid pace, external design, and lack of a long-term financing plan hindered integration into the health system and local ownership. Sustaining and scaling up early gains of similar big push initiatives requires longer-term commitments and a clear plan for transition to national control. Project HOPE—The People-to-People Health Foundation, Inc.

  17. 30 CFR 250.200 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... OPERATIONS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF Plans and Information General Information § 250.200 Definitions... 30 Mineral Resources 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Definitions. 250.200 Section 250.200 Mineral... subpart are listed alphabetically below: CID means Conservation Information Document CZMA means Coastal...

  18. 24 CFR 573.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY FACILITIES LOAN GUARANTEE RECOVERY FUND § 573.2 Definitions. The following definitions are only... Investigation, shall determine whether an act of violence is a terrorist act or is reasonably believed to be a...

  19. 24 CFR 573.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY FACILITIES LOAN GUARANTEE RECOVERY FUND § 573.2 Definitions. The following definitions are only... Investigation, shall determine whether an act of violence is a terrorist act or is reasonably believed to be a...

  20. 40 CFR 109.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 23 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Definitions. 109.2 Section 109.2 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS CRITERIA FOR STATE, LOCAL AND REGIONAL OIL REMOVAL CONTINGENCY PLANS § 109.2 Definitions. As used in these guidelines, the...

  1. 40 CFR 109.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 23 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Definitions. 109.2 Section 109.2 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS CRITERIA FOR STATE, LOCAL AND REGIONAL OIL REMOVAL CONTINGENCY PLANS § 109.2 Definitions. As used in these guidelines, the...

  2. 40 CFR 109.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 22 2014-07-01 2013-07-01 true Definitions. 109.2 Section 109.2 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS CRITERIA FOR STATE, LOCAL AND REGIONAL OIL REMOVAL CONTINGENCY PLANS § 109.2 Definitions. As used in these guidelines, the...

  3. A matter of definition--key elements identified in a discourse analysis of definitions of palliative care.

    PubMed

    Pastrana, T; Jünger, S; Ostgathe, C; Elsner, F; Radbruch, L

    2008-04-01

    For more than 30 years, the term "palliative care" has been used. From the outset, the term has undergone a series of transformations in its definitions and consequently in its tasks and goals. There remains a lack of consensus on a definition. The aim of this article is to analyse the definitions of palliative care in the specialist literature and to identify the key elements of palliative care using discourse analysis: a qualitative methodology. The literature search focused on definitions of the term 'palliative medicine' and 'palliative care' in the World Wide Web and medical reference books in English and German. A total of 37 English and 26 German definitions were identified and analysed. Our study confirmed the lack of a consistent meaning concerning the investigated terms, reflecting on-going discussion about the nature of the field among palliative care practitioners. Several common key elements were identified. Four main categories emerged from the discourse analysis of the definition of palliative care: target groups, structure, tasks and expertise. In addition, the theoretical principles and goals of palliative care were discussed and found to be key elements, with relief and prevention of suffering and improvement of quality of life as main goals. The identified key elements can contribute to the definition of the concept 'palliative care'. Our study confirms the importance of semantic and ethical influences on palliative care that should be considered in future research on semantics in different languages.

  4. 30 CFR 880.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... whose purpose is to control or extinguish fires in coal formations. (h) Reclamation plan or State reclamation plan means a plan that a State or Indian tribe submitted and that we approved under section 405 of... LAND RECLAMATION MINE FIRE CONTROL § 880.5 Definitions. As used in the regulations in this part and in...

  5. 30 CFR 880.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... whose purpose is to control or extinguish fires in coal formations. (h) Reclamation plan or State reclamation plan means a plan that a State or Indian tribe submitted and that we approved under section 405 of... LAND RECLAMATION MINE FIRE CONTROL § 880.5 Definitions. As used in the regulations in this part and in...

  6. Back to the drawing board. Hospitals, insurer support not enough to save California's universal coverage plan; lack of physician backing hurt chances.

    PubMed

    Vesely, Rebecca

    2008-02-04

    A defeat in California for Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's comprehensive healthcare reform plan was not only a blow to advocates of the initiative but also could be a setback for other states that were hoping to follow in the Golden State's footsteps. Lloyd Dean, left, president and CEO of Catholic Healthcare West, said that he is "concerned this lack of progress will result in further deterioration of California's healthcare system".

  7. 18 CFR 708.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definitions. 708.1... BASIN COMMISSION: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM MASTER PLAN § 708.1 Definitions... commercial navigation channels on the Mississippi River main stem north of Cairo, Illinois; the Minnesota...

  8. 18 CFR 708.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Definitions. 708.1... BASIN COMMISSION: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM MASTER PLAN § 708.1 Definitions... commercial navigation channels on the Mississippi River main stem north of Cairo, Illinois; the Minnesota...

  9. 18 CFR 708.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2013-04-01 2012-04-01 true Definitions. 708.1... BASIN COMMISSION: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM MASTER PLAN § 708.1 Definitions... commercial navigation channels on the Mississippi River main stem north of Cairo, Illinois; the Minnesota...

  10. 18 CFR 708.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Definitions. 708.1... BASIN COMMISSION: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM MASTER PLAN § 708.1 Definitions... commercial navigation channels on the Mississippi River main stem north of Cairo, Illinois; the Minnesota...

  11. 29 CFR 4003.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Definitions. 4003.2 Section 4003.2 Labor Regulations... OF AGENCY DECISIONS General Provisions § 4003.2 Definitions. The following terms are defined in § 4001.2 of this chapter: Code, contributing sponsor, controlled group, ERISA, multiemployer plan, PBGC...

  12. 29 CFR 4003.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false Definitions. 4003.2 Section 4003.2 Labor Regulations... OF AGENCY DECISIONS General Provisions § 4003.2 Definitions. The following terms are defined in § 4001.2 of this chapter: Code, contributing sponsor, controlled group, ERISA, multiemployer plan, PBGC...

  13. 29 CFR 4003.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Definitions. 4003.2 Section 4003.2 Labor Regulations... OF AGENCY DECISIONS General Provisions § 4003.2 Definitions. The following terms are defined in § 4001.2 of this chapter: Code, contributing sponsor, controlled group, ERISA, multiemployer plan, PBGC...

  14. 29 CFR 4003.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Definitions. 4003.2 Section 4003.2 Labor Regulations... OF AGENCY DECISIONS General Provisions § 4003.2 Definitions. The following terms are defined in § 4001.2 of this chapter: Code, contributing sponsor, controlled group, ERISA, multiemployer plan, PBGC...

  15. 29 CFR 4003.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 29 Labor 9 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Definitions. 4003.2 Section 4003.2 Labor Regulations... OF AGENCY DECISIONS General Provisions § 4003.2 Definitions. The following terms are defined in § 4001.2 of this chapter: Code, contributing sponsor, controlled group, ERISA, multiemployer plan, PBGC...

  16. 33 CFR 155.1020 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... the outer boundary of the nearshore area. Oil field waste means non-pumpable drilling fluids with... OIL OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL POLLUTION PREVENTION REGULATIONS FOR VESSELS Tank Vessel Response Plans for Oil § 155.1020 Definitions. Except as otherwise defined in this section, the definitions in § 155.110...

  17. 5 CFR 1653.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... emotionally abusing a child means any legal claim perfected through a final enforceable judgment which is based in whole or in part upon the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of a child, whether or not that... THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN ACCOUNTS Child Abuse Court Orders § 1653.21 Definitions. (a) Definitions generally...

  18. 7 CFR 43.102 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... SAMPLING PLANS Definitions § 43.102 Definitions. Statistical and inspection or sampling terms and their... probability of acceptance (Pa) for the Limited Quality (LQ) lots. The consumer protection is 90 percent in... the standards of this subpart that have a ten percent probability of acceptance are referred to as a...

  19. 5 CFR 1653.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... emotionally abusing a child means any legal claim perfected through a final enforceable judgment which is based in whole or in part upon the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of a child, whether or not that... THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN ACCOUNTS Child Abuse Court Orders § 1653.21 Definitions. (a) Definitions generally...

  20. 5 CFR 1653.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... emotionally abusing a child means any legal claim perfected through a final enforceable judgment which is based in whole or in part upon the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of a child, whether or not that... THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN ACCOUNTS Child Abuse Court Orders § 1653.21 Definitions. (a) Definitions generally...

  1. 5 CFR 1653.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... emotionally abusing a child means any legal claim perfected through a final enforceable judgment which is based in whole or in part upon the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of a child, whether or not that... THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN ACCOUNTS Child Abuse Court Orders § 1653.21 Definitions. (a) Definitions generally...

  2. 5 CFR 1653.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... emotionally abusing a child means any legal claim perfected through a final enforceable judgment which is based in whole or in part upon the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of a child, whether or not that... THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN ACCOUNTS Child Abuse Court Orders § 1653.21 Definitions. (a) Definitions generally...

  3. 29 CFR 4044.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Sufficiency from PBGC and is able to close out by purchasing annuities in the private sector in accordance... 29 Labor 9 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Definitions. 4044.2 Section 4044.2 Labor Regulations... IN SINGLE-EMPLOYER PLANS Allocation of Assets General Provisions § 4044.2 Definitions. (a) The...

  4. 7 CFR 1210.303 - Plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 10 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Plan. 1210.303 Section 1210.303 Agriculture... PLAN Watermelon Research and Promotion Plan Definitions § 1210.303 Plan. Plan means this watermelon research and promotion Plan issued by the Secretary pursuant to the Act. ...

  5. 48 CFR 1602.170-9 - Health benefits plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Health benefits plan. 1602... EMPLOYEES HEALTH BENEFITS ACQUISITION REGULATION GENERAL DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-9 Health benefits plan. Health benefits plan means a group insurance policy, contract...

  6. 48 CFR 1602.170-9 - Health benefits plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Health benefits plan. 1602... EMPLOYEES HEALTH BENEFITS ACQUISITION REGULATION GENERAL DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-9 Health benefits plan. Health benefits plan means a group insurance policy, contract...

  7. 48 CFR 1602.170-9 - Health benefits plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Health benefits plan. 1602... EMPLOYEES HEALTH BENEFITS ACQUISITION REGULATION GENERAL DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-9 Health benefits plan. Health benefits plan means a group insurance policy, contract...

  8. 48 CFR 1602.170-9 - Health benefits plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 true Health benefits plan. 1602... EMPLOYEES HEALTH BENEFITS ACQUISITION REGULATION GENERAL DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-9 Health benefits plan. Health benefits plan means a group insurance policy, contract...

  9. 48 CFR 1602.170-9 - Health benefits plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Health benefits plan. 1602... EMPLOYEES HEALTH BENEFITS ACQUISITION REGULATION GENERAL DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-9 Health benefits plan. Health benefits plan means a group insurance policy, contract...

  10. 49 CFR 611.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... following definitions apply: Alternatives analysis is a corridor level analysis which evaluates all... should include transit improvements lower in cost than the new start which result in a better ratio of... preparation of final construction plans (including construction management plans), detailed specifications...

  11. 49 CFR 611.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... following definitions apply: Alternatives analysis is a corridor level analysis which evaluates all... should include transit improvements lower in cost than the new start which result in a better ratio of... preparation of final construction plans (including construction management plans), detailed specifications...

  12. 49 CFR 611.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... following definitions apply: Alternatives analysis is a corridor level analysis which evaluates all... should include transit improvements lower in cost than the new start which result in a better ratio of... preparation of final construction plans (including construction management plans), detailed specifications...

  13. 45 CFR 148.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... Welfare DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO HEALTH CARE ACCESS REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE MARKET General Provisions § 148.103 Definitions. Unless otherwise... individual's most recent prior creditable coverage was under a group health plan, governmental plan, or...

  14. 45 CFR 148.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... Welfare DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO HEALTH CARE ACCESS REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE MARKET General Provisions § 148.103 Definitions. Unless otherwise... individual's most recent prior creditable coverage was under a group health plan, governmental plan, or...

  15. 45 CFR 148.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... Welfare DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO HEALTH CARE ACCESS REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE MARKET General Provisions § 148.103 Definitions. Unless otherwise... individual's most recent prior creditable coverage was under a group health plan, governmental plan, or...

  16. Business planning. Reasons, definitions, and elements.

    PubMed

    Cardamone, Michael A; Shaver, Mark; Werthman, Ronald

    2004-04-01

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System has developed a centralized business planning structure that provides for creativity while incorporating a system of checks and balances. Combining standardization with flexibility allows for customization and variability. Using a team approach, the organization allows key players to contribute their experience and expertise to the planning for each new project.

  17. 49 CFR 130.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 49 Transportation 2 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definitions. 130.5 Section 130.5 Transportation..., DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OIL TRANSPORTATION OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PLANS § 130.5 Definitions... flow of over two inches (50 mm) within a three-minute period, or a material having one gram or more...

  18. 49 CFR 130.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 49 Transportation 2 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Definitions. 130.5 Section 130.5 Transportation..., DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OIL TRANSPORTATION OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PLANS § 130.5 Definitions... flow of over two inches (50 mm) within a three-minute period, or a material having one gram or more...

  19. 49 CFR 130.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 49 Transportation 2 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Definitions. 130.5 Section 130.5 Transportation..., DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OIL TRANSPORTATION OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PLANS § 130.5 Definitions... flow of over two inches (50 mm) within a three-minute period, or a material having one gram or more...

  20. 42 CFR 456.520 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS UTILIZATION CONTROL Utilization Review Plans: FFP, Waivers, and Variances for Hospitals and Mental Hospitals Ur Plan: Remote Facility Variances from Time Requirements § 456.520 Definitions... granted by the Administrator to the Medicaid agency for a specific remote facility to use time periods...

  1. 23 CFR 470.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... that the parties involved in carrying out the planning, programming and management systems processes... HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH HIGHWAY SYSTEMS Federal-aid Highway Systems § 470.103 Definitions. Except as otherwise provided in this part, terms defined in 23 U.S...

  2. 42 CFR 417.911 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Definitions. 417.911 Section 417.911 Public Health CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED) MEDICARE PROGRAM HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS, COMPETITIVE MEDICAL PLANS, AND HEALTH CARE PREPAYMENT PLANS...

  3. 42 CFR 417.911 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 417.911 Section 417.911 Public Health CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED) MEDICARE PROGRAM HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS, COMPETITIVE MEDICAL PLANS, AND HEALTH CARE PREPAYMENT PLANS...

  4. 45 CFR 148.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... FOR THE INDIVIDUAL HEALTH INSURANCE MARKET General Provisions § 148.103 Definitions. Unless otherwise... church plan (or health insurance coverage offered in connection with any of these plans). (3) The... health insurance coverage. (5) The individual's most recent coverage was not terminated because of...

  5. 40 CFR 35.9010 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... ASSISTANCE Financial Assistance for the National Estuary Program § 35.9010 Definitions. Aggregate costs. The... the estuary. Annual work plan. The plan, developed by the Management Conference each year, which... an estuary in the NEP. National Program Assistance Agreements. Assistance Agreements approved by the...

  6. 40 CFR 35.9010 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... ASSISTANCE Financial Assistance for the National Estuary Program § 35.9010 Definitions. Aggregate costs. The... the estuary. Annual work plan. The plan, developed by the Management Conference each year, which... an estuary in the NEP. National Program Assistance Agreements. Assistance Agreements approved by the...

  7. 40 CFR 35.9010 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... ASSISTANCE Financial Assistance for the National Estuary Program § 35.9010 Definitions. Aggregate costs. The... the estuary. Annual work plan. The plan, developed by the Management Conference each year, which... an estuary in the NEP. National Program Assistance Agreements. Assistance Agreements approved by the...

  8. 40 CFR 35.9010 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... ASSISTANCE Financial Assistance for the National Estuary Program § 35.9010 Definitions. Aggregate costs. The... the estuary. Annual work plan. The plan, developed by the Management Conference each year, which... an estuary in the NEP. National Program Assistance Agreements. Assistance Agreements approved by the...

  9. 40 CFR 35.9010 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... ASSISTANCE Financial Assistance for the National Estuary Program § 35.9010 Definitions. Aggregate costs. The... the estuary. Annual work plan. The plan, developed by the Management Conference each year, which... an estuary in the NEP. National Program Assistance Agreements. Assistance Agreements approved by the...

  10. 40 CFR 49.152 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 1 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Definitions. 49.152 Section 49.152 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GRANTS AND OTHER FEDERAL ASSISTANCE INDIAN COUNTRY: AIR QUALITY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT General Federal Implementation Plan Provisions Federal Minor New...

  11. 40 CFR 49.152 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 1 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Definitions. 49.152 Section 49.152 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GRANTS AND OTHER FEDERAL ASSISTANCE INDIAN COUNTRY: AIR QUALITY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT General Federal Implementation Plan Provisions Federal Minor New...

  12. 40 CFR 49.152 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 1 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Definitions. 49.152 Section 49.152 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GRANTS AND OTHER FEDERAL ASSISTANCE INDIAN COUNTRY: AIR QUALITY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT General Federal Implementation Plan Provisions Federal Minor New...

  13. 18 CFR 708.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... Snelling, Twin Cities, Minnesota. (c) Master Plan means the Upper Mississippi River System Comprehensive... Section 708.1 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER BASIN COMMISSION: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM MASTER PLAN § 708.1 Definitions...

  14. 26 CFR 1.401(k)-6 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definitions. 1.401(k)-6 Section 1.401(k)-6...) INCOME TAXES (CONTINUED) Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.401(k)-6 Definitions. Unless otherwise provided, the definitions of this section govern for purposes of section 401(k) and the...

  15. 26 CFR 1.401(k)-6 - Definitions.

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    2012-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2012-04-01 2011-04-01 true Definitions. 1.401(k)-6 Section 1.401(k)-6...) INCOME TAXES (CONTINUED) Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.401(k)-6 Definitions. Unless otherwise provided, the definitions of this section govern for purposes of section 401(k) and the...

  16. 26 CFR 1.401(k)-6 - Definitions.

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    2010-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 1.401(k)-6 Section 1.401(k)-6...) INCOME TAXES Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.401(k)-6 Definitions. Unless otherwise provided, the definitions of this section govern for purposes of section 401(k) and the regulations...

  17. 26 CFR 1.401(k)-6 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Definitions. 1.401(k)-6 Section 1.401(k)-6...) INCOME TAXES (CONTINUED) Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.401(k)-6 Definitions. Unless otherwise provided, the definitions of this section govern for purposes of section 401(k) and the...

  18. 26 CFR 1.401(k)-6 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Definitions. 1.401(k)-6 Section 1.401(k)-6...) INCOME TAXES (CONTINUED) Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.401(k)-6 Definitions. Unless otherwise provided, the definitions of this section govern for purposes of section 401(k) and the...

  19. 26 CFR 1.401(m)-5 - Definitions.

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    2011-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definitions. 1.401(m)-5 Section 1.401(m)-5...) INCOME TAXES (CONTINUED) Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.401(m)-5 Definitions. Unless otherwise provided, the definitions of this section govern for purposes of section 401(m) and the...

  20. 26 CFR 1.401(m)-5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 5 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 1.401(m)-5 Section 1.401(m)-5...) INCOME TAXES Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.401(m)-5 Definitions. Unless otherwise provided, the definitions of this section govern for purposes of section 401(m) and the regulations...

  1. A Hierarchical Multiple-Level Approach to the Assessment of Interpersonal Relatedness and Self-Definition: Implications for Research, Clinical Practice, and DSM Planning.

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    Luyten, Patrick; Blatt, Sidney J

    2016-01-01

    Extant research suggests there is considerable overlap between so-called 2-polarities models of personality development; that is, models that propose that personality development evolves through a dialectic synergistic interaction between 2 key developmental tasks across the life span-the development of self-definition on the one hand and of relatedness on the other. These models have attracted considerable research attention and play a central role in DSM planning. This article provides a researcher- and clinician-friendly guide to the assessment of these personality theories. We argue that current theoretical models focus on issues of relatedness and self-definition at different hierarchically organized levels of analysis; that is (a) at the level of broad personality features, (b) at the motivational level (i.e., the motivational processes underlying the development of these dimensions), and (c) at the level of underlying internal working models or cognitive affective schemas, and the specific interpersonal features and problems in which they are expressed. Implications for further research and DSM planning are outlined.

  2. 45 CFR 400.71 - Definitions.

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    2010-10-01

    ... the employability or work skills of the individual. Employable means not exempt from registration for... Employability Services and Employment § 400.71 Definitions. For purposes of this subpart and Subpart I... must be determined acceptable by the State. Employability plan means an individualized written plan for...

  3. 42 CFR 417.401 - Definitions.

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    2010-10-01

    ... PROGRAM HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS, COMPETITIVE MEDICAL PLANS, AND HEALTH CARE PREPAYMENT PLANS Qualifying Conditions for Medicare Contracts § 417.401 Definitions. As used in this subpart and subparts K...) means an actuarial estimate made by CMS in advance of an HMO's or CMP's contract period that represents...

  4. 28 CFR 4.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 28 Judicial Administration 1 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Definitions. 4.1 Section 4.1 Judicial... OF 1974 § 4.1 Definitions. As used in this part: (a) Labor Act means the Labor-Management Reporting... under the “Pension Act” (1) Employer means the employee benefit plan with which an applicant under § 4.2...

  5. Lacking a Formal Concept of Limit: Advanced Non-Mathematics Students' Personal Concept Definitions

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    Beynon, Kenneth A.; Zollman, Alan

    2015-01-01

    This mixed-methods study examines the conceptual understanding of limit among 22 undergraduate engineering students from two different sections of the same introductory differential equations course. The participants' concepts of limit (concept images and personal concept definitions) were examined using written tasks followed by one-on-one…

  6. 42 CFR 411.101 - Definitions.

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    2010-10-01

    ... Under Group Health Plans: General Provisions § 411.101 Definitions. As used in this subpart and in... individual States, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and... taxes on employers and employees under section 21 of the Internal Revenue Code. Group health plan (GHP...

  7. 18 CFR 430.5 - Definitions.

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    2011-04-01

    ... 10 of the Delaware River Basin Compact and this regulation. Ground water recharge means the addition... REGULATIONS GROUND WATER PROTECTION AREA: PENNSYLVANIA § 430.5 Definitions. For purposes of this regulation... sufficient ground water to be important as a source of supply. Comprehensive Plan means the plans, policies...

  8. 18 CFR 430.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 10 of the Delaware River Basin Compact and this regulation. Ground water recharge means the addition... REGULATIONS GROUND WATER PROTECTION AREA: PENNSYLVANIA § 430.5 Definitions. For purposes of this regulation... sufficient ground water to be important as a source of supply. Comprehensive Plan means the plans, policies...

  9. Translating the Social-Ecological Perspective Into Multilevel Interventions for Family Planning: How Far Are We?

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    Schölmerich, Vera L N; Kawachi, Ichiro

    2016-06-01

    Scholars and practitioners frequently make recommendations to develop family planning interventions that are "multilevel." Such interventions take explicit account of the role of environments by incorporating multilevel or social-ecological frameworks into their design and implementation. However, research on how interventions have translated these concepts into practice in the field of family planning-and generally in public health-remains scarce. This article seeks to review the current definitions of multilevel interventions and their operationalization in the field of family planning. First, we highlight the divergent definitions of multilevel interventions and show the persistent ambiguity around this term. We argue that interventions involving activities at several levels but lacking targets (i.e., objectives) to create change on more than one level have not incorporated a social-ecological framework and should therefore not be considered as "multilevel." In a second step, we assess the extent to which family planning interventions have successfully incorporated a social-ecological framework. To this end, the 63 studies featured in Mwaikambo et al.'s systematic review on family planning interventions were reexamined. This assessment indicates that the multilevel or social-ecological perspective has seldom been translated into interventions. Specifically, the majority of interventions involved some form of activity at the community and/or organizational level, yet targeted and measured intrapersonal change as opposed to explicitly targeting/measuring environmental modification. © 2016 Society for Public Health Education.

  10. 7 CFR 42.102 - Definitions, general.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... REGULATIONS STANDARDS FOR CONDITION OF FOOD CONTAINERS Definitions § 42.102 Definitions, general. For the... plan consists of first and total sample sizes with associated acceptance and rejection criteria. The... collection of filled food containers of the same size, type, and style. The term shall mean “inspection lot...

  11. 40 CFR 305.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. National Contingency Plan or NCP means the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan developed under section 311(c) of the Clean Water Act and... 40 Protection of Environment 27 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Definitions. 305.3 Section 305.3...

  12. 45 CFR 95.605 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... Equipment and Services-Conditions for Federal Financial Participation (FFP) General § 95.605 Definitions. As... acquiring ADP equipment or services from commercial sources or from State or local government resources... use of ADP services or equipment. The term APD refers to a Planning APD, or to a planning and/or...

  13. Improving the consistency in cervical esophageal target volume definition by special training.

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    Tai, Patricia; Van Dyk, Jake; Battista, Jerry; Yu, Edward; Stitt, Larry; Tonita, Jon; Agboola, Olusegun; Brierley, James; Dar, Rashid; Leighton, Christopher; Malone, Shawn; Strang, Barbara; Truong, Pauline; Videtic, Gregory; Wong, C Shun; Wong, Rebecca; Youssef, Youssef

    2002-07-01

    Three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy requires the precise definition of the target volume. Its potential benefits could be offset by the inconsistency in target definition by radiation oncologists. In a previous survey of radiation oncologists, a large degree of variation in target volume definition of cervical esophageal cancer was noted for the boost phase of radiotherapy. The present study evaluated whether special training could improve the consistency in target volume definitions. A pre-training survey was performed to establish baseline values. This was followed by a special one-on-one training session on treatment planning based on the RTOG 94-05 protocol to 12 radiation oncologists. Target volumes were redrawn immediately and at 1-2 months later. Post-training vs. pre-training target volumes were compared. There was less variability in the longitudinal positions of the target volumes post-training compared to pre-training (p < 0.05 in 5 of 6 comparisons). One case had more variability due to the lack of a visible gross tumor on CT scans. Transverse contours of target volumes did not show any significant difference pre- or post-training. For cervical esophageal cancer, this study suggests that special training on protocol guidelines may improve consistency in target volume definition. Explicit protocol directions are required for situations where the gross tumor is not easily visible on CT scans. This may be particularly important for multicenter clinical trials, to reduce the occurrences of protocol violations.

  14. What is a clinical pathway? Refinement of an operational definition to identify clinical pathway studies for a Cochrane systematic review.

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    Lawal, Adegboyega K; Rotter, Thomas; Kinsman, Leigh; Machotta, Andreas; Ronellenfitsch, Ulrich; Scott, Shannon D; Goodridge, Donna; Plishka, Christopher; Groot, Gary

    2016-02-23

    Clinical pathways (CPWs) are a common component in the quest to improve the quality of health. CPWs are used to reduce variation, improve quality of care, and maximize the outcomes for specific groups of patients. An ongoing challenge is the operationalization of a definition of CPW in healthcare. This may be attributable to both the differences in definition and a lack of conceptualization in the field of clinical pathways. This correspondence article describes a process of refinement of an operational definition for CPW research and proposes an operational definition for the future syntheses of CPWs literature. Following the approach proposed by Kinsman et al. (BMC Medicine 8(1):31, 2010) and Wieland et al. (Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine 17(2):50, 2011), we used a four-stage process to generate a five criteria checklist for the definition of CPWs. We refined the operational definition, through consensus, merging two of the checklist's criteria, leading to a more inclusive criterion for accommodating CPW studies conducted in various healthcare settings. The following four criteria for CPW operational definition, derived from the refinement process described above, are (1) the intervention was a structured multidisciplinary plan of care; (2) the intervention was used to translate guidelines or evidence into local structures; (3) the intervention detailed the steps in a course of treatment or care in a plan, pathway, algorithm, guideline, protocol or other 'inventory of actions' (i.e. the intervention had time-frames or criteria-based progression); and (4) the intervention aimed to standardize care for a specific population. An intervention meeting all four criteria was considered to be a CPW. The development of operational definitions for complex interventions is a useful approach to appraise and synthesize evidence for policy development and quality improvement.

  15. Project Atlas Field Definitions | NOAA Gulf Spill Restoration

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    Archive Home Project Atlas Field Definitions Project Atlas Field Definitions Field Definition Project Title The Project Title as listed in the Final Early Restoration Plan and Environmental Assessment (FERP /EA). General Information: Project Description Narrative description of the project. General

  16. 34 CFR 1100.5 - What definitions apply?

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    2010-07-01

    ... applied research, planning, surveys, assessments, evaluations, investigations, experiments, development... 34 Education 3 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false What definitions apply? 1100.5 Section 1100.5 Education... INSTITUTE FOR LITERACY: LITERACY LEADER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM § 1100.5 What definitions apply? (a) The...

  17. 40 CFR 130.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... sections 301(b) and 306 of the Act. (k) Water quality management (WQM) plan. A State or areawide waste... Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS WATER QUALITY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT § 130.2 Definitions. (a) The Act. The Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C. 1251 et...

  18. 40 CFR 130.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... sections 301(b) and 306 of the Act. (k) Water quality management (WQM) plan. A State or areawide waste... Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS WATER QUALITY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT § 130.2 Definitions. (a) The Act. The Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C. 1251 et...

  19. 40 CFR 311.2 - Definition of employee.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 28 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Definition of employee. 311.2 Section 311.2 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW PROGRAMS WORKER PROTECTION § 311.2 Definition of employee. Employee...

  20. Cachexia: a new definition.

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    Evans, William J; Morley, John E; Argilés, Josep; Bales, Connie; Baracos, Vickie; Guttridge, Denis; Jatoi, Aminah; Kalantar-Zadeh, Kamyar; Lochs, Herbert; Mantovani, Giovanni; Marks, Daniel; Mitch, William E; Muscaritoli, Maurizio; Najand, Armine; Ponikowski, Piotr; Rossi Fanelli, Filippo; Schambelan, Morrie; Schols, Annemie; Schuster, Michael; Thomas, David; Wolfe, Robert; Anker, Stefan D

    2008-12-01

    On December 13th and 14th a group of scientists and clinicians met in Washington, DC, for the cachexia consensus conference. At the present time, there is no widely agreed upon operational definition of cachexia. The lack of a definition accepted by clinician and researchers has limited identification and treatment of cachectic patient as well as the development and approval of potential therapeutic agents. The definition that emerged is: "cachexia, is a complex metabolic syndrome associated with underlying illness and characterized by loss of muscle with or without loss of fat mass. The prominent clinical feature of cachexia is weight loss in adults (corrected for fluid retention) or growth failure in children (excluding endocrine disorders). Anorexia, inflammation, insulin resistance and increased muscle protein breakdown are frequently associated with cachexia. Cachexia is distinct from starvation, age-related loss of muscle mass, primary depression, malabsorption and hyperthyroidism and is associated with increased morbidity. While this definition has not been tested in epidemiological or intervention studies, a consensus operational definition provides an opportunity for increased research.

  1. Drone Mission Definition and Implementation for Automated Infrastructure Inspection Using Airborne Sensors

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    Besada, Juan A.; Bergesio, Luca; Campaña, Iván; Vaquero-Melchor, Diego; Bernardos, Ana M.; Casar, José R.

    2018-01-01

    This paper describes a Mission Definition System and the automated flight process it enables to implement measurement plans for discrete infrastructure inspections using aerial platforms, and specifically multi-rotor drones. The mission definition aims at improving planning efficiency with respect to state-of-the-art waypoint-based techniques, using high-level mission definition primitives and linking them with realistic flight models to simulate the inspection in advance. It also provides flight scripts and measurement plans which can be executed by commercial drones. Its user interfaces facilitate mission definition, pre-flight 3D synthetic mission visualisation and flight evaluation. Results are delivered for a set of representative infrastructure inspection flights, showing the accuracy of the flight prediction tools in actual operations using automated flight control. PMID:29641506

  2. Drone Mission Definition and Implementation for Automated Infrastructure Inspection Using Airborne Sensors.

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    Besada, Juan A; Bergesio, Luca; Campaña, Iván; Vaquero-Melchor, Diego; López-Araquistain, Jaime; Bernardos, Ana M; Casar, José R

    2018-04-11

    This paper describes a Mission Definition System and the automated flight process it enables to implement measurement plans for discrete infrastructure inspections using aerial platforms, and specifically multi-rotor drones. The mission definition aims at improving planning efficiency with respect to state-of-the-art waypoint-based techniques, using high-level mission definition primitives and linking them with realistic flight models to simulate the inspection in advance. It also provides flight scripts and measurement plans which can be executed by commercial drones. Its user interfaces facilitate mission definition, pre-flight 3D synthetic mission visualisation and flight evaluation. Results are delivered for a set of representative infrastructure inspection flights, showing the accuracy of the flight prediction tools in actual operations using automated flight control.

  3. 47 CFR 52.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... Administration § 52.7 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Area code or numbering plan area (NPA). The term “area code or numbering plan area” refers to the first three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone... “central office code” refers to the second three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone number in the form...

  4. 47 CFR 52.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... Administration § 52.7 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Area code or numbering plan area (NPA). The term “area code or numbering plan area” refers to the first three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone... “central office code” refers to the second three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone number in the form...

  5. 47 CFR 52.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... Administration § 52.7 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Area code or numbering plan area (NPA). The term “area code or numbering plan area” refers to the first three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone... “central office code” refers to the second three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone number in the form...

  6. 47 CFR 52.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... Administration § 52.7 Definitions. As used in this subpart: (a) Area code or numbering plan area (NPA). The term “area code or numbering plan area” refers to the first three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone... “central office code” refers to the second three digits (NXX) of a ten-digit telephone number in the form...

  7. Who plans for health improvement? SEA, HIA and the separation of spatial planning and health planning

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    Bond, Alan, E-mail: alan.bond@uea.ac.uk; Cave, Ben, E-mail: ben.cave@bcahealth.co.uk; Ballantyne, Rob, E-mail: robdballantyne@gmail.com

    This study examines whether there is active planning for health improvement in the English spatial planning system and how this varies across two regions using a combination of telephone surveys and focus group interviews in 2005 and 2010. The spatial planning profession was found to be ill-equipped to consider the health and well-being implications of its actions, whilst health professionals are rarely engaged and have limited understanding and aspirations when it comes to influencing spatial planning. Strategic Environmental Assessment was not considered to be successful in integrating health into spatial plans, given it was the responsibility of planners lacking themore » capacity to do so. For their part, health professionals have insufficient knowledge and understanding of planning and how to engage with it to be able to plan for health gains rather than simply respond to health impacts. HIA practice is patchy and generally undertaken by health professionals outside the statutory planning framework. Thus, whilst appropriate assessment tools exist, they currently lack a coherent context within which they can function effectively and the implementation of the Kiev protocol requiring the engagement of health professionals in SEA is not to likely improve the consideration of health in planning while there continues to be separation of functions between professions and lack of understanding of the other profession. -- Highlights: ► Health professionals have limited aspirations for health improvement through the planning system. ► Spatial planners are ill-equipped to understand the health and well-being implications of their activities. ► SEA and HIA currently do not embed health consideration in planning decisions. ► The separation of health and planning functions is problematic for the effective conduct of SEA and/or HIA.« less

  8. Program definition and assessment overview. [for thermal energy storage project management

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    Gordon, L. H.

    1980-01-01

    The implementation of a program level assessment of thermal energy storage technology thrusts for the near and far term to assure overall coherent energy storage program is considered. The identification and definition of potential thermal energy storage applications, definition of technology requirements, and appropriate market sectors are discussed along with the necessary coordination, planning, and preparation associated with program reviews, workshops, multi-year plans and annual operating plans for the major laboratory tasks.

  9. 43 CFR 1601.0-5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 43 Public Lands: Interior 2 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Definitions. 1601.0-5 Section 1601.0-5 Public Lands: Interior Regulations Relating to Public Lands (Continued) BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR GENERAL MANAGEMENT (1000) PLANNING, PROGRAMMING, BUDGETING Planning § 1601.0-5...

  10. 7 CFR 3550.116 - Definitions applicable to WWD grants only.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... and Section 306C Water and Waste Disposal Grants § 3550.116 Definitions applicable to WWD grants only... located; determined to be a colonia on the basis of objective criteria including lack of a potable water supply, lack of adequate sewage systems, and lack of decent, safe, and sanitary housing, inadequate roads...

  11. [4D-CT-based plan target volume (PTV) definition compared with conventional PTV definition using general margin in radiotherapy for lung cancer].

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    Ju, Xiao; Li, Minghui; Zhou, Zongmei; Zhang, Ke; Han, Wei; Fu, Guishan; Cao, Ying; Wang, Lyuhua

    2014-01-01

    To investigate the dosimetric benefit of 4D-CT in the planning target volume (PTV) definition process compared with conventional PTV definition using general margin in radiotherapy of lung cancer. A set of 4D-CT images and multiphase helical CT scans were obtained in 10 patients with lung cancer. The radiotherapeutic plans based on PTV determined by 4D-CT and in addition of general margin were performed, respectively. The 3D motion of the centroid of GTV and the 3D spatial motion vectors were calculated. The differences of the two kinds of PTVs, mean lung dose (MLD), V5,V10,V15,V20 of total lung, mean heart dose (MHD), V30 and V40 of heart, D99 and D95 were compared, and the correlation between them and the 3D spatial motion vector was analyzed. The PTV4D in eight patients were smaller than PTVconv, with a mean reduction of (13.0 ± 8.0)% (P = 0.018). In other two patients, whose respiration motion was great, PTV4D was larger than PTVconv. The mean 3D spatial motion vector of GTV centroid was (0.78 ± 0.72)cm. By using 4D-CT, the mean reduction of MLD was (8.6 ± 9.9)% (P = 0.037). V5, V10, V15, V20 of total lung were decreased averagely by (7.2 ± 10.5)%, (5.5 ± 8.9)%, (6.5 ± 8.4)% and (5.7 ± 7.4)%, respectively (P < 0.05 for all). There was a significant positive correlation between PTV4D/PTVconv and the 3D spatial motion vector of the GTV centroid (P = 0.008). A significant inverse correlation was found between D994D/D99conv and the 3D spatial motion vector of the GTV centroid (P = 0.002). D994D/D99conv, (MLDconv-MLD4D) /MLDconv, total lung (V5conv-V54D)/V5conv, total lung (V10conv-V104D)/V10conv, (MHDconv-MHD4D)/MHDconv, heart (V30conv-V304D)/V30conv were inversely correlated with PTV4D/PTVconv (P < 0.05 for all). 4D-CT can be used to evaluate the respiration motion of lung tumor accurately. The 4D-CT-based PTV definition and radiotherapeutic planing can reduce the volume of PTV in patients with small respiration motion, increase the intra-target dose, and

  12. 14 CFR 150.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... AIRPORT NOISE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING General Provisions § 150.7 Definitions. As used in this part, unless... for the geographic area in which the airport in question is located. Restriction affecting flight...

  13. 14 CFR 150.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... AIRPORT NOISE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING General Provisions § 150.7 Definitions. As used in this part, unless... for the geographic area in which the airport in question is located. Restriction affecting flight...

  14. 14 CFR 150.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... AIRPORT NOISE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING General Provisions § 150.7 Definitions. As used in this part, unless... for the geographic area in which the airport in question is located. Restriction affecting flight...

  15. 14 CFR 150.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... AIRPORT NOISE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING General Provisions § 150.7 Definitions. As used in this part, unless... for the geographic area in which the airport in question is located. Restriction affecting flight...

  16. 14 CFR 150.7 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... AIRPORT NOISE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING General Provisions § 150.7 Definitions. As used in this part, unless... for the geographic area in which the airport in question is located. Restriction affecting flight...

  17. Guidelines for Planning in Colleges and Universities. Volume 3: Physical Plant Planning, Land Use, and Traffic.

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    Pinnell, Charles; Wacholder, Michael

    The third of five volumes concerned with higher educational planning is divided into two distinct sections--(1) land use planning, and (2) traffic planning. The first section commences with certain definitions and interpretations which are meant to overcome any misunderstandings. Actual land use planning process follows and can be identified by…

  18. Emergency cesarean section and the 30-minute rule: definitions.

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    Schauberger, Charles W; Chauhan, Suneet P

    2009-03-01

    We explored the role that lack of a standard definition and heterogeneity in patient selection criteria in the literature might have on the apparent inability to routinely begin an emergency cesarean section in less than 30 minutes. A review of the literature on emergency cesarean delivery was performed. Although there are some similarities in definitions and the criteria used for patient selection in multiple studies, the variability in the definitions could be responsible for some of the apparent timeliness performance deficiency in the literature. A standard definition and directions for future research are suggested.

  19. Social Planning for Small Cities.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Meyers, James

    Derived mainly from publications by the League of California Cities, this guide to social planning for small cities presents the following: (1) social planning definitions; (2) a checklist of social planning concerns (provision for: adequate income and economic opportunity; optimal environmental conditions for basic material needs; optimal health…

  20. 25 CFR 700.93 - Relocation plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 25 Indians 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Relocation plan. 700.93 Section 700.93 Indians THE OFFICE OF NAVAJO AND HOPI INDIAN RELOCATION COMMISSION OPERATIONS AND RELOCATION PROCEDURES General Policies and Instructions Definitions § 700.93 Relocation plan. The relocation plan shall be the plan prepared...

  1. 40 CFR 62.1100 - Identification of plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ...) APPROVAL AND PROMULGATION OF STATE PLANS FOR DESIGNATED FACILITIES AND POLLUTANTS California Plan for the... of plan. (a) State of California Designated Facility Plan (Section 111(d) Plan). (b) The plan was... Pollution Control District Regulation 1; Rule 130—Definitions, Rule 240—Permit to Operate, Rule 450—Sulfide...

  2. 40 CFR 62.1100 - Identification of plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ...) APPROVAL AND PROMULGATION OF STATE PLANS FOR DESIGNATED FACILITIES AND POLLUTANTS California Plan for the... of plan. (a) State of California Designated Facility Plan (Section 111(d) Plan). (b) The plan was... Pollution Control District Regulation 1; Rule 130—Definitions, Rule 240—Permit to Operate, Rule 450—Sulfide...

  3. 40 CFR 62.1100 - Identification of plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ...) APPROVAL AND PROMULGATION OF STATE PLANS FOR DESIGNATED FACILITIES AND POLLUTANTS California Plan for the... of plan. (a) State of California Designated Facility Plan (Section 111(d) Plan). (b) The plan was... Pollution Control District Regulation 1; Rule 130—Definitions, Rule 240—Permit to Operate, Rule 450—Sulfide...

  4. 40 CFR 62.1100 - Identification of plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ...) APPROVAL AND PROMULGATION OF STATE PLANS FOR DESIGNATED FACILITIES AND POLLUTANTS California Plan for the... of plan. (a) State of California Designated Facility Plan (Section 111(d) Plan). (b) The plan was... Pollution Control District Regulation 1; Rule 130—Definitions, Rule 240—Permit to Operate, Rule 450—Sulfide...

  5. 40 CFR 62.1100 - Identification of plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ...) APPROVAL AND PROMULGATION OF STATE PLANS FOR DESIGNATED FACILITIES AND POLLUTANTS California Plan for the... of plan. (a) State of California Designated Facility Plan (Section 111(d) Plan). (b) The plan was... Pollution Control District Regulation 1; Rule 130—Definitions, Rule 240—Permit to Operate, Rule 450—Sulfide...

  6. 77 FR 44288 - Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request: Definition...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2012-07-27

    ... for OMB Review; Comment Request: Definition of Plan Assets--Participant Contributions ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) sponsored information collection request (ICR) titled, ``Definition of Plan Assets-- Participant...

  7. 48 CFR 811.001 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... ACQUISITION PLANNING DESCRIBING AGENCY NEEDS 811.001 Definitions. For the purposes of this part: Brand name product means a commercial product described by brand name and make or model number or other appropriate...

  8. Engineering Technical Review Planning Briefing

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Gardner, Terrie

    2012-01-01

    The general topics covered in the engineering technical planning briefing are 1) overviews of NASA, Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), and Engineering, 2) the NASA Systems Engineering(SE) Engine and its implementation , 3) the NASA Project Life Cycle, 4) MSFC Technical Management Branch Services in relation to the SE Engine and the Project Life Cycle , 5) Technical Reviews, 6) NASA Human Factor Design Guidance , and 7) the MSFC Human Factors Team. The engineering technical review portion of the presentation is the primary focus of the overall presentation and will address the definition of a design review, execution guidance, the essential stages of a technical review, and the overall review planning life cycle. Examples of a technical review plan content, review approaches, review schedules, and the review process will be provided and discussed. The human factors portion of the presentation will focus on the NASA guidance for human factors. Human factors definition, categories, design guidance, and human factor specialist roles will be addressed. In addition, the NASA Systems Engineering Engine description, definition, and application will be reviewed as background leading into the NASA Project Life Cycle Overview and technical review planning discussion.

  9. Long Range Plan, 1991-1994.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Pennsylvania Coll. of Technology, Williamsport.

    This long-range plan for the Pennsylvania College of Technology (PCT) is divided into three main sections. Part I provides an overview of planning at PCT, including a definition of long-range planning, the college philosophy, mission, and vision statements, major institutional initiatives for 1991-92, and accreditation agency recommendations…

  10. Acute respiratory distress syndrome mimickers lacking common risk factors of the Berlin definition.

    PubMed

    Gibelin, Aude; Parrot, Antoine; Maitre, Bernard; Brun-Buisson, Christian; Mekontso Dessap, Armand; Fartoukh, Muriel; de Prost, Nicolas

    2016-02-01

    Some patients presenting with acute respiratory failure and meeting the Berlin criteria for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) lack exposure to common risk factors (CRF). These so-called ARDS mimickers often lack histological diffuse alveolar damage. We aimed to describe such ARDS mimickers lacking CRF (ARDS CRF-) in comparison with others (ARDS CRF+). Retrospective study including all patients receiving invasive mechanical ventilation for ARDS admitted to the intensive care units (ICUs) of two tertiary care centers from January 2003 to December 2012. The prevalence of ARDS CRF- was 7.5 % (95 % CI [5.5-9.5]; n = 50/665). On the basis of medical history, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid cytology, and chest CT scan patterns, four etiological categories were identified: immune (n = 18; 36 %), drug-induced (n = 13; 26 %), malignant (n = 7; 14 %), and idiopathic (n = 12; 24 %). Although the ARDS CRF- patients had a lower logistic organ dysfunction score (4 [3-8] vs. 10 [6-13]; p < 0.0001) and less often shock upon ICU admission (44 vs. 80 %; p < 0.0001) than their counterparts, their overall ICU mortality rate was very high (66 % [46-74]), and the absence of CRF remained associated with ICU mortality by multivariable logistic regression analysis (adjusted OR = 2.06; 95 % CI [1.02-4.18]; p = 0.044). Among ARDS CRF- patients, the presence of potentially reversible lung lesions with corticosteroids (aOR = 0.14; 95 % CI [0.03-0.62]) was associated with ICU survival. The absence of CRF among patients with ARDS is common and associated with a higher risk of mortality. For such atypical ARDS, a complete diagnostic workup, including bronchoalveolar lavage fluid cytology and chest CT scan patterns, should be performed to identify those patients who might benefit from specific therapies, including corticosteroids.

  11. Unmet need for family planning in Ghana: the shifting contributions of lack of access and attitudinal resistance.

    PubMed

    Machiyama, Kazuyo; Cleland, John

    2014-06-01

    In Ghana, despite a 38 percent decline in the total fertility rate from 1988 to 2008, unmet need for family planning among married women exposed to pregnancy risk declined only modestly in this period: from 50 percent to 42 percent. Examining data from the five DHS surveys conducted in Ghana during these years, we find that the relative contribution to unmet need of lack of access to contraceptive methods has diminished, whereas attitudinal resistance has grown. In 2008, 45 percent of women with unmet need experienced no apparent obstacles associated with access or attitude, 32 percent had access but an unfavorable attitude, and 23 percent had no access. Concerns regarding health as a reason for nonuse have been reported in greater numbers over these years and are now the dominant reason, followed by infrequent sex. An enduring resistance to hormonal methods, much of it based on prior experience of side effects, may lead many Ghanaian women, particularly the educated in urban areas, to use periodic abstinence or reduced coital frequency as an alternative to modern contraception. © 2013 The Population Council, Inc.

  12. Individual choice in the definition of death.

    PubMed

    Bagheri, A

    2007-03-01

    While there are numerous doubts, controversies and lack of consensus on alternative definitions of human death, it is argued that it is more ethical to allow people to choose either cessation of cardio-respiratory function or loss of entire brain function as the definition of death based on their own views. This paper presents the law of organ transplantation in Japan, which allows people to decide whether brain death can be used to determine their death in agreement with their family. Arguably, Japan could become a unique example of individual choice in the definition of death if the law is revised to allow individuals choose definition of death independently of their family. It suggests that such an approach is one of the reasonable policy options a country can adopt for legislation on issues related to the definition of death.

  13. From normal response to clinical problem: definition and clinical features of fear of cancer recurrence.

    PubMed

    Lebel, Sophie; Ozakinci, Gozde; Humphris, Gerald; Mutsaers, Brittany; Thewes, Belinda; Prins, Judith; Dinkel, Andreas; Butow, Phyllis

    2016-08-01

    Research to date on fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) shows that moderate to high FCR affects 22-87 % of cancer survivors and is associated with higher psychological morbidity (Simard et al J Cancer Surviv 7:300-322, 2013). Despite growing research interest in FCR, the lack of consensus on its definition and characteristics when it reaches a clinical level has impeded knowledge transfer into patient services. In order to address these gaps, expert researchers, policy makers, trainees, and patient advocates attended a 2-day colloquium at the University of Ottawa in August 2015. A Delphi method was used to identify the most relevant definition of FCR, and the attendees generated possible diagnostic characteristics of clinical FCR. After three rounds of discussion and voting, the attendees reached consensus on a new definition of FCR: "Fear, worry, or concern relating to the possibility that cancer will come back or progress." Regarding clinical FCR, five possible characteristics were proposed: (1) high levels of preoccupation, worry, rumination, or intrusive thoughts; (2) maladaptive coping; (3) functional impairments; (4) excessive distress; and (5) difficulties making plans for the future. The new proposed definition of FCR reflects the broad spectrum in which patients experience FCR. A consensual definition of FCR and the identification of the essential characteristics of clinical FCR are necessary to accurately and consistently measure FCR severity and to develop effective interventions to treat FCR. We hope this broad definition can encourage further research and the development of inclusive policies for all cancer patients and survivors who are struggling with this issue.

  14. Case definition and classification of leukodystrophies and leukoencephalopathies.

    PubMed

    Vanderver, Adeline; Prust, Morgan; Tonduti, Davide; Mochel, Fanny; Hussey, Heather M; Helman, Guy; Garbern, James; Eichler, Florian; Labauge, Pierre; Aubourg, Patrick; Rodriguez, Diana; Patterson, Marc C; Van Hove, Johan L K; Schmidt, Johanna; Wolf, Nicole I; Boespflug-Tanguy, Odile; Schiffmann, Raphael; van der Knaap, Marjo S

    2015-04-01

    An approved definition of the term leukodystrophy does not currently exist. The lack of a precise case definition hampers efforts to study the epidemiology and the relevance of genetic white matter disorders to public health. Thirteen experts at multiple institutions participated in iterative consensus building surveys to achieve definition and classification of disorders as leukodystrophies using a modified Delphi approach. A case definition for the leukodystrophies was achieved, and a total of 30 disorders were classified under this definition. In addition, a separate set of disorders with heritable white matter abnormalities but not meeting criteria for leukodystrophy, due to presumed primary neuronal involvement and prominent systemic manifestations, was classified as genetic leukoencephalopathies (gLE). A case definition of leukodystrophies and classification of heritable white matter disorders will permit more detailed epidemiologic studies of these disorders. Copyright © 2015 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

  15. 26 CFR 1.410(b)-9 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... Internal Revenue INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED) INCOME TAX (CONTINUED) INCOME TAXES Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock Bonus Plans, Etc. § 1.410(b)-9 Definitions. In applying this... within the meaning of section 4975(e)(7) or a tax credit employee stock ownership plan within the meaning...

  16. [Needs of persons with mental disorders--definitions and literature review].

    PubMed

    Dobrzyńska, Ewelina; Rymaszewska, Joanna; Kiejna, Andrzej

    2008-01-01

    Failure of the deinstitutionalization process and a tendency of limitating health care costs on the basis of evidence based medicine initiated planning mental health services according to the clients' needs. Defining needs is difficult due to the complexity of the concept ofneeds, so numerous definitions of needs have been proposed. In the health care context a need is most often regarded as "the lack of health/wellbeing or the lack of access to care". Many clinical and population-based studies on needs were conducted in England and other well-developed countries. According to their results the most important are unmet needs, which correlate with unemployment, single status, low quality of life, low satisfaction with services and high social disability scores. Assessment of needs becomes a part of routine clinical practice and evaluation of mental health services. Results of such an assessment enables to fit the therapy and rehabilitation to the individual patient's needs which in consequence leads to a better therapeutic response and lower social disability. First Polish studies on needs of persons with different mental disorders indicate the social needs (company, intimate relationship and sexual expression) as the most often unmet from patient's point of view.

  17. Lacking "Lack": A Reply to Joldersma

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Marshall, James D.

    2007-01-01

    First I would like to thank Clarence Joldersma for his review of our "Poststructuralism, Philosophy, Pedagogy" (Marshall, 2004-PPP). In particular, I would thank him for his opening sentence: "[t]his book is a response to a lack." It is the notion of a lack, noted again later in his review, which I wish to take up mainly in this response. Rather…

  18. 7 CFR 1220.117 - Plans and projects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... AGREEMENTS AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SOYBEAN PROMOTION, RESEARCH, AND CONSUMER INFORMATION Soybean Promotion and Research Order Definitions § 1220.117 Plans and projects. Plans...

  19. 7 CFR 1220.117 - Plans and projects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... AGREEMENTS AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SOYBEAN PROMOTION, RESEARCH, AND CONSUMER INFORMATION Soybean Promotion and Research Order Definitions § 1220.117 Plans and projects. Plans...

  20. 26 CFR 1.414(e)-1 - Definition of church plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... or more unrelated trades or businesses. (i) (A) A plan, other than a plan in existence on September 2... paragraphs (b) and (if applicable) (c) of this section. If at any time during its existence a plan is not a... become a church plan. (b) Unrelated businesses—(1) In general. A plan is not a church plan unless it is...

  1. 7 CFR 1250.314 - Plans and projects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... AGREEMENTS AND ORDERS; MISCELLANEOUS COMMODITIES), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE EGG RESEARCH AND PROMOTION Egg Research and Promotion Order Definitions § 1250.314 Plans and projects. Plans and projects means those research, consumer and producer education, advertising, marketing, product development, and promotion plans...

  2. 30 CFR 550.200 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... OPERATIONS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF Plans and Information General Information § 550.200 Definitions... of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. CID means Conservation Information Document. CZMA means Coastal Zone Management Act. DOCD means Development Operations Coordination Document. DPP means...

  3. Mapping the lack of public initiative against female genital mutilation in Denmark.

    PubMed

    Christoffersen, Gro Møller; Bruhn, Peter James; de Neergaard, Rosanna; Engel, Susanne; Naeser, Vibeke

    2018-04-07

    Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a harmful practice prevalent in 35 countries, mainly in Africa, as well as in some Middle Eastern countries and a few Asian countries. FGM comprises all procedures that involve partial or complete resection of, or other injury to, external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. The practice of FGM has spread to Western countries due to migration. The European Institute for Gender Equality recommend that FGM be combatted by nationally coordinated efforts through implementation of national action plans, guidelines for professionals as well as comprehensive research in the field. FGM was outlawed in Denmark 2003, but no national actions plan has been implemented. Instead, the task of combatting FGM is currently under the responsibility of local governments in the form of the 98 municipalities. The aim of this study is to investigate the Danish municipalities' efforts to prevent FGM on the local level, and whether these initiatives are in accordance with international recommendations and standards. All 98 Danish municipalities were invited to respond to a questionnaire regarding FGM in their respective municipalities. The inclusion process and questionnaire was designed after a pilot study, which included 29 municipalities. The questionnaire consisted of four overall areas of focus: "action plan", "registration", "information material" and "preventive initiatives". Demographic data were gathered from the 2017 census by Statistics Denmark. Risk countries were defined as countries with a tradition for FGM, identified from the 2016 UNICEF definition. A total of 67 municipalities participated in the study. At the time of census, 1.8% of the Danish population was immigrants with origins in risk countries. A total of 10.4% of the responding municipalities indicated to have implemented a specific action plan against FGM. A total of 7,5% had implemented specific preventive initiatives against FGM. Registration of reported FGM cases were

  4. 7 CFR 1427.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... they conflict with definitions in this section. Adjusted spot price means the spot price adjusted to reflect any lack of data for base quality to make the adjusted spot price comparable to a spot price assuming the base quality. If base quality spot price data are not available, spot prices for other...

  5. 7 CFR 1427.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... they conflict with definitions in this section. Adjusted spot price means the spot price adjusted to reflect any lack of data for base quality to make the adjusted spot price comparable to a spot price assuming the base quality. If base quality spot price data are not available, spot prices for other...

  6. 42 CFR 457.402 - Definition of child health assistance.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 4 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definition of child health assistance. 457.402... SERVICES (CONTINUED) STATE CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMS (SCHIPs) ALLOTMENTS AND GRANTS TO STATES State Plan Requirements: Coverage and Benefits § 457.402 Definition of child health assistance. For the...

  7. 24 CFR 574.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... the building after rehabilitation. Population means total resident population based on data compiled... ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY FACILITIES HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS General § 574.3 Definitions. The terms...

  8. 9 CFR 145.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.21 Definitions. Except where the context...

  9. 9 CFR 145.31 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.31 Definitions. Except where the context...

  10. 9 CFR 145.31 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.31 Definitions. Except where the context...

  11. 9 CFR 145.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.21 Definitions. Except where the context...

  12. 48 CFR 9.701 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 9.701 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Defense Production Pools and Research and Development Pools 9.701 Definition. Pool... order to obtain and perform, jointly or in conjunction with each other, defense production or research...

  13. 48 CFR 9.701 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 9.701 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Defense Production Pools and Research and Development Pools 9.701 Definition. Pool... order to obtain and perform, jointly or in conjunction with each other, defense production or research...

  14. 48 CFR 9.701 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 9.701 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Defense Production Pools and Research and Development Pools 9.701 Definition. Pool... order to obtain and perform, jointly or in conjunction with each other, defense production or research...

  15. 48 CFR 9.701 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 9.701 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Defense Production Pools and Research and Development Pools 9.701 Definition. Pool... order to obtain and perform, jointly or in conjunction with each other, defense production or research...

  16. 48 CFR 9.701 - Definition.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 9.701 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Defense Production Pools and Research and Development Pools 9.701 Definition. Pool... order to obtain and perform, jointly or in conjunction with each other, defense production or research...

  17. 9 CFR 145.91 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Meat-Type Waterfowl Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.91 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  18. 9 CFR 145.91 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Meat-Type Waterfowl Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.91 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  19. 9 CFR 145.31 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.31 Definitions. Except where the context...

  20. 9 CFR 145.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.21 Definitions. Except where the context...

  1. 9 CFR 145.31 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.31 Definitions. Except where the context...

  2. 9 CFR 145.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.21 Definitions. Except where the context...

  3. 9 CFR 145.31 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.31 Definitions. Except where the context...

  4. 9 CFR 145.91 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Meat-Type Waterfowl Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.91 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  5. 9 CFR 145.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Multiplier Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.21 Definitions. Except where the context...

  6. 5 CFR 1330.402 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Definitions. In this subpart— Appraisal system means the policies, practices, and procedures an agency... authority, for planning, monitoring, developing, evaluating, and rewarding employee performance. This includes appraisal systems and appraisal programs as defined at § 430.203 and performance management...

  7. New transmission planning methodology for requesting proposals for wind generation

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Isaacs, Andrew L.

    The increasing interest in renewable energy technologies during the last decade has caused conventional transmission and generation expansion planning methodologies to be strained and in some cases abandoned. This is due both to the quantity of generator interconnection requests and the constraints imposed by deregulated energy industry structures. One technique used to control the influx of renewable generation while maintaining competitive principles is a Request for Proposals (RFP). However, lack of transmission planning due to a disconnection between generation and transmission owners, difficulty in identifying viable projects, and high risk for proponents stand as obstacles to the goals of an RFP. This research proposes a procedure which minimizes the effect of these obstacles; meeting the purchaser requirements for low price and combining conventional planning concepts with feedback from competitive structures. The general features of the method include definition of generation limits and study area, expansion plan design, transmission cost evaluation, optimal selection of requested generation levels, and final selection of successful proponents. The method is shown to be effective in creating an RFP where proponents are well-informed and provided with cost certainty to reduce bid price, buyers are able to determine end costs of their energy, and good expansion planning principles are maintained. A case study using a real system in New Mexico demonstrates these concepts.

  8. 9 CFR 145.61 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Ostrich, Emu, Rhea, and Cassowary Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.61 Definitions. Except where the context...

  9. 9 CFR 145.41 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Turkey Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.41 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise requires, for the...

  10. 9 CFR 145.41 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Turkey Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.41 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise requires, for the...

  11. 9 CFR 145.71 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.71 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  12. 9 CFR 145.71 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.71 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  13. 9 CFR 145.61 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Ostrich, Emu, Rhea, and Cassowary Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.61 Definitions. Except where the context...

  14. 42 CFR 417.911 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Definitions. 417.911 Section 417.911 Public Health CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED) MEDICARE PROGRAM (CONTINUED) HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS, COMPETITIVE MEDICAL PLANS, AND HEALTH CARE...

  15. 42 CFR 417.911 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Definitions. 417.911 Section 417.911 Public Health CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED) MEDICARE PROGRAM (CONTINUED) HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS, COMPETITIVE MEDICAL PLANS, AND HEALTH CARE...

  16. 42 CFR 417.911 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definitions. 417.911 Section 417.911 Public Health CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED) MEDICARE PROGRAM (CONTINUED) HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS, COMPETITIVE MEDICAL PLANS, AND HEALTH CARE...

  17. 40 CFR 303.11 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 28 2011-07-01 2011-07-01 false Definitions. 303.11 Section 303.11 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW PROGRAMS CITIZEN AWARDS FOR INFORMATION ON CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS UNDER SUPERFUND...

  18. 40 CFR 303.11 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 27 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Definitions. 303.11 Section 303.11 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW PROGRAMS CITIZEN AWARDS FOR INFORMATION ON CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS UNDER SUPERFUND...

  19. 40 CFR 303.11 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 28 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false Definitions. 303.11 Section 303.11 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW PROGRAMS CITIZEN AWARDS FOR INFORMATION ON CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS UNDER SUPERFUND...

  20. 40 CFR 303.11 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 29 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Definitions. 303.11 Section 303.11 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW PROGRAMS CITIZEN AWARDS FOR INFORMATION ON CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS UNDER SUPERFUND...

  1. 40 CFR 303.11 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 29 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Definitions. 303.11 Section 303.11 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW PROGRAMS CITIZEN AWARDS FOR INFORMATION ON CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS UNDER SUPERFUND...

  2. 5 CFR 370.102 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... PROGRAM § 370.102 Definitions. In this part: Agency means an Executive agency as defined in 5 U.S.C. 105... planning, organizing, staffing, directing, integrating, or controlling of information technology as defined... acquisition, storage, manipulation, management, movement, control, display, switching, interchange...

  3. 5 CFR 370.102 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... PROGRAM § 370.102 Definitions. In this part: Agency means an Executive agency as defined in 5 U.S.C. 105... planning, organizing, staffing, directing, integrating, or controlling of information technology as defined... acquisition, storage, manipulation, management, movement, control, display, switching, interchange...

  4. 5 CFR 370.102 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... PROGRAM § 370.102 Definitions. In this part: Agency means an Executive agency as defined in 5 U.S.C. 105... planning, organizing, staffing, directing, integrating, or controlling of information technology as defined... acquisition, storage, manipulation, management, movement, control, display, switching, interchange...

  5. 48 CFR 208.7401 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING REQUIRED SOURCES OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES Enterprise Software Agreements 208.7401 Definitions. As used in this subpart— Enterprise software agreement means an agreement or a contract that is used to acquire designated commercial software or related services such as...

  6. 48 CFR 208.7401 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING REQUIRED SOURCES OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES Enterprise Software Agreements 208.7401 Definitions. As used in this subpart— Enterprise software agreement means an agreement or a contract that is used to acquire designated commercial software or related services such as...

  7. 48 CFR 208.7401 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING REQUIRED SOURCES OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES Enterprise Software Agreements 208.7401 Definitions. As used in this subpart— Enterprise software agreement means an agreement or a contract that is used to acquire designated commercial software or related services such as...

  8. 48 CFR 208.7401 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... OF DEFENSE ACQUISITION PLANNING REQUIRED SOURCES OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES Enterprise Software Agreements 208.7401 Definitions. As used in this subpart— Enterprise software agreement means an agreement or a contract that is used to acquire designated commercial software or related services such as...

  9. 9 CFR 145.61 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Ostrich, Emu, Rhea, and Cassowary Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.61 Definitions. Except where the context...

  10. 9 CFR 145.61 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Ostrich, Emu, Rhea, and Cassowary Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.61 Definitions. Except where the context...

  11. 9 CFR 145.61 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Ostrich, Emu, Rhea, and Cassowary Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.61 Definitions. Except where the context...

  12. 9 CFR 145.71 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.71 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  13. 9 CFR 145.71 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.71 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  14. 9 CFR 145.71 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Egg-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.71 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  15. 9 CFR 145.81 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.81 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  16. 9 CFR 145.81 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.81 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  17. 9 CFR 145.81 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.81 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  18. 9 CFR 145.81 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.81 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  19. 9 CFR 145.81 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR BREEDING POULTRY Special Provisions for Primary Meat-Type Chicken Breeding Flocks and Products § 145.81 Definitions. Except where the context otherwise...

  20. 9 CFR 146.31 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR COMMERCIAL POULTRY Special Provisions for Meat-Type Chicken Slaughter Plants § 146.31 Definitions. Meat-type chicken. A domesticated chicken grown for...

  1. [Planning driven by health priorities. Master planning criteria].

    PubMed

    Tresserras, Ricard

    2008-12-01

    With the aim of responding to a number of problems detected in health plan evaluations, a new direction has been proposed in Catalonia which would lead to the improved unification of the strategic and operational approaches, and leadership. The master plans that tackle those health problems with the greatest impact were created along these lines. This article presents the most salient aspects of the master plans for oncology, circulatory diseases, mental health and addictions, immigration and the field of social healthcare. Their organisational structure, mission and functions are presented, commenting on the prioritisation of activities and the principal benchmark elements of the healthcare model in the definition of planning criteria for services incorporated into the Health Map. Finally, mention is made of the evaluation procedures. The in-depth study of priority settings has resulted in significant progress towards unifying health and service planning.

  2. 78 FR 15757 - Joint Industry Plan; Notice of Filing of the Third Amendment to the National Market System Plan...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-03-12

    ...; Notice of Filing of the Third Amendment to the National Market System Plan to Address Extraordinary... following parties to the National Market System Plan: BATS Exchange, Inc., BATS Y- Exchange, Inc., Chicago... preparing, filing, and implementing national market system plans. I. Definitions (A) ``Eligible Reported...

  3. Life is hard: countering definitional pessimism concerning the definition of life

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Smith, Kelly C.

    2016-10-01

    Cleland and Chyba published a classic piece in 2002 that began a movement I call definitional pessimism, where it is argued that there is no point in attempting anything like a general definition of life. This paper offers a critical response to the pessimist position in general and the influential arguments offered by Cleland and her collaborators in particular. One such argument is that all definitions of life fall short of an ideal in which necessary and sufficient conditions produce unambiguous categorizations that dispose of all counterexamples. But this concept of definition is controversial within philosophy; a fact that greatly diminishes the force of the admonition that biologists should conform to such an ideal. Moreover, biology may well be fundamentally different from logic and the physical sciences from which this ideal is drawn, to the point where definitional conformity misrepresents biological reality. Another idea often pushed is that the prospects for definitional success concerning life are on a par with medieval alchemy's attempts to define matter - that is, doomed to fail for lack of a unifying scientific theory. But this comparison to alchemy is both historically inaccurate and unfair. Planetary science before the discovery of the first exoplanets offers a much better analogy, with much more optimistic conclusions. The pessimists also make much of the desirability of using microbes as models for any universal concept of life, from which they conclude that certain types of 'Darwinian' evolutionary definitions are inadequate. But this argument posits an unrealistic ideal, as no account of life can both be universal and do justice to the sorts of precise causal mechanisms microbes exemplify. The character of biology and the demand for universality in definitions of life thus probably accords better with functional rather than structural categories. The bottom line is that there is simply no viable alternative, either pragmatically or

  4. Evaluation of site plan review procedures.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    1988-01-01

    The site plan review procedures of the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) were evaluated. The objectives of the evaluation were to recommend (1) a set of site plan review procedures including a checklist, (2) definitions of the roles and re...

  5. 40 CFR 112.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 22 2014-07-01 2013-07-01 true Definitions. 112.2 Section 112.2 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS OIL POLLUTION PREVENTION... when identifying response systems and equipment in a response plan for the applicable operating...

  6. 40 CFR 112.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 23 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Definitions. 112.2 Section 112.2 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS OIL POLLUTION PREVENTION... when identifying response systems and equipment in a response plan for the applicable operating...

  7. 40 CFR 112.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... 40 Protection of Environment 23 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Definitions. 112.2 Section 112.2 Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) WATER PROGRAMS OIL POLLUTION PREVENTION... when identifying response systems and equipment in a response plan for the applicable operating...

  8. 44 CFR 353.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... LICENSEE RADIOLOGICAL EMERGENCY PLANS AND PREPAREDNESS § 353.3 Definitions. As used in this part, the... and preparedness such as provision of support for the preparation of offsite radiological emergency... appropriate. (h) REP means FEMA's Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program. (i) Fiscal Year means Federal...

  9. 5 CFR 1653.11 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 5 Administrative Personnel 3 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 1653.11 Section 1653.11 Administrative Personnel FEDERAL RETIREMENT THRIFT INVESTMENT BOARD COURT ORDERS AND LEGAL PROCESSES AFFECTING THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN ACCOUNTS Legal Process for the Enforcement of a Participant's Legal Obligations To...

  10. 48 CFR 8.801 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 8.801 Section 8.801 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING..., means supplies that are used and equipment that is usable in printing and binding operations. [48 FR...

  11. 5 CFR 410.101 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-01-01

    ... 5 Administrative Personnel 1 2013-01-01 2013-01-01 false Definitions. 410.101 Section 410.101 Administrative Personnel OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT CIVIL SERVICE REGULATIONS TRAINING General Provisions... organizational needs in response to human resource plans and re-engineering, downsizing, restructuring, and/or...

  12. 5 CFR 410.101 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-01-01

    ... 5 Administrative Personnel 1 2014-01-01 2014-01-01 false Definitions. 410.101 Section 410.101 Administrative Personnel OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT CIVIL SERVICE REGULATIONS TRAINING General Provisions... organizational needs in response to human resource plans and re-engineering, downsizing, restructuring, and/or...

  13. 5 CFR 410.101 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-01-01

    ... 5 Administrative Personnel 1 2012-01-01 2012-01-01 false Definitions. 410.101 Section 410.101 Administrative Personnel OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT CIVIL SERVICE REGULATIONS TRAINING General Provisions... organizational needs in response to human resource plans and re-engineering, downsizing, restructuring, and/or...

  14. 40 CFR 305.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND... (CERCLA) ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES FOR CLAIMS AGAINST THE SUPERFUND General § 305.3 Definitions... Liability Act of 1980 as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA), 42 U.S...

  15. 40 CFR 305.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND... (CERCLA) ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES FOR CLAIMS AGAINST THE SUPERFUND General § 305.3 Definitions... Liability Act of 1980 as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA), 42 U.S...

  16. 40 CFR 305.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... Protection of Environment ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CONTINUED) SUPERFUND, EMERGENCY PLANNING, AND... (CERCLA) ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES FOR CLAIMS AGAINST THE SUPERFUND General § 305.3 Definitions... Liability Act of 1980 as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA), 42 U.S...

  17. 5 CFR 410.101 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 5 Administrative Personnel 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 410.101 Section 410.101 Administrative Personnel OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT CIVIL SERVICE REGULATIONS TRAINING General Provisions... organizational needs in response to human resource plans and re-engineering, downsizing, restructuring, and/or...

  18. 7 CFR 652.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... AGRICULTURE SUPPORT ACTIVITIES TECHNICAL SERVICE PROVIDER ASSISTANCE General Provisions § 652.2 Definitions... public agencies certified by NRCS to provide technical services to a participant. Certification means the... technical service for conservation planning or a specific conservation practice or system; or (2) An entity...

  19. 44 CFR 201.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... SECURITY DISASTER ASSISTANCE MITIGATION PLANNING § 201.2 Definitions. Administrator means the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or his/her designated representative. Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) means the program authorized by section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as...

  20. 44 CFR 201.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... SECURITY DISASTER ASSISTANCE MITIGATION PLANNING § 201.2 Definitions. Administrator means the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or his/her designated representative. Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) means the program authorized by section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as...

  1. 44 CFR 201.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... SECURITY DISASTER ASSISTANCE MITIGATION PLANNING § 201.2 Definitions. Administrator means the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or his/her designated representative. Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) means the program authorized by section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as...

  2. 44 CFR 201.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... SECURITY DISASTER ASSISTANCE MITIGATION PLANNING § 201.2 Definitions. Administrator means the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or his/her designated representative. Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) means the program authorized by section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as...

  3. 44 CFR 201.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... SECURITY DISASTER ASSISTANCE MITIGATION PLANNING § 201.2 Definitions. Administrator means the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or his/her designated representative. Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) means the program authorized by section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as...

  4. 48 CFR 9.101 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 9.101 Section 9.101 Federal Acquisition Regulations System FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION ACQUISITION PLANNING... contract or grant. It does not include agency actions such as contract audits, site visits, corrective...

  5. 9 CFR 146.31 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 9 Animals and Animal Products 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 146.31 Section 146.31 Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR COMMERCIAL POULTRY Special Provisions for Meat...

  6. 9 CFR 146.21 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 9 Animals and Animal Products 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 146.21 Section 146.21 Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR COMMERCIAL POULTRY Special Provisions for...

  7. 9 CFR 146.41 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 9 Animals and Animal Products 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 146.41 Section 146.41 Animals and Animal Products ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LIVESTOCK IMPROVEMENT NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR COMMERCIAL POULTRY Special Provisions for Meat...

  8. 48 CFR 1602.170-3 - Comprehensive medical plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Comprehensive medical plan. 1602.170-3 Section 1602.170-3 Federal Acquisition Regulations System OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT... Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-3 Comprehensive medical plan. Comprehensive Medical Plan means a plan as...

  9. 48 CFR 1602.170-3 - Comprehensive medical plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Comprehensive medical plan. 1602.170-3 Section 1602.170-3 Federal Acquisition Regulations System OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT... Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-3 Comprehensive medical plan. Comprehensive Medical Plan means a plan as...

  10. 48 CFR 1602.170-3 - Comprehensive medical plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Comprehensive medical plan. 1602.170-3 Section 1602.170-3 Federal Acquisition Regulations System OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT... Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-3 Comprehensive medical plan. Comprehensive Medical Plan means a plan as...

  11. 48 CFR 1602.170-3 - Comprehensive medical plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 48 Federal Acquisition Regulations System 6 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 true Comprehensive medical plan. 1602.170-3 Section 1602.170-3 Federal Acquisition Regulations System OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT... Definitions of FEHBP Terms 1602.170-3 Comprehensive medical plan. Comprehensive Medical Plan means a plan as...

  12. 26 CFR 1.219-2 - Definition of active participant.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 3 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definition of active participant. 1.219-2... Definition of active participant. (a) In general. This section defines the term active participant for... active participant in such a plan is not allowed a deduction under section 219(a) for contributions to an...

  13. 26 CFR 1.219-2 - Definition of active participant.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 3 2014-04-01 2014-04-01 false Definition of active participant. 1.219-2... Definition of active participant. (a) In general. This section defines the term active participant for... active participant in such a plan is not allowed a deduction under section 219(a) for contributions to an...

  14. 26 CFR 1.219-2 - Definition of active participant.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 3 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Definition of active participant. 1.219-2... Definition of active participant. (a) In general. This section defines the term active participant for... active participant in such a plan is not allowed a deduction under section 219(a) for contributions to an...

  15. 26 CFR 1.219-2 - Definition of active participant.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 26 Internal Revenue 3 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Definition of active participant. 1.219-2... Definition of active participant. (a) In general. This section defines the term active participant for... active participant in such a plan is not allowed a deduction under section 219(a) for contributions to an...

  16. 24 CFR 576.41 - Reallocation; lack of approved consolidated plan-formula cities and counties.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... consolidated plan-formula cities and counties. 576.41 Section 576.41 Housing and Urban Development Regulations... approved consolidated plan—formula cities and counties. (a) Applicability. This section applies where a formula city or county fails to submit or obtain HUD approval of its consolidated plan within 90 days of...

  17. 24 CFR 576.41 - Reallocation; lack of approved consolidated plan-formula cities and counties.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... consolidated plan-formula cities and counties. 576.41 Section 576.41 Housing and Urban Development Regulations... approved consolidated plan—formula cities and counties. (a) Applicability. This section applies where a formula city or county fails to submit or obtain HUD approval of its consolidated plan within 90 days of...

  18. [General principles of urban ecological land classification and planning].

    PubMed

    Deng, Xiaowen; Sun, Yichao; Han, Shijie

    2005-10-01

    Urban ecological land planning is a difficult and urgent task in city layout. This paper presented the definition of urban ecological land, and according the definition, divided the urban ecological land into two groups, i. e., ecological land for service, and ecological land for functioning. Based on the principles of city layout, some measures to plan these two urban ecological land groups were proposed.

  19. The use of scenarios for long-range planning by investor-owned electric utilities in the Pacific Northwest

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Lyons, John V.

    Scenario planning is a method of organizing and understanding large amounts of quantitative and qualitative data for leaders to make better strategic decisions. There is a lack of academic research about scenario planning with a subsequent shortage of definitions and theories. This study utilized a case study methodology to analyze scenario planning by investor-owned electric utilities in the Pacific Northwest in their integrated resource planning (IRP) process. The cases include Avista Corporation, Idaho Power, PacifiCorp, Portland General Electric, and Puget Sound Energy. This study sought to determine how scenario planning was used, what scenario approach was used, the scenario outcomes, and the similarities and differences in the scenario planning processes. The literature review of this study covered the development of scenario planning, common definitions and theories, approaches to scenario development, and scenario outcomes. A research methodology was developed to classify the scenario development approach into intuitive, hybrid, or quantitative approaches; and scenario outcomes of changed thinking, stories of plausible futures, improved decision making, and enhanced organizational learning. The study found all three forms of scenario planning in the IRPs. All of the cases used a similar approach to IRP development. All of the cases had at least improved decision making as an outcome of scenario planning. Only one case demonstrated all four scenario outcomes. A critical finding was a correlation between the use of the intuitive approach and the use of all scenario outcomes. Another major finding was the unique use of predetermined elements, which are normally consistent across scenarios, but became critical uncertainties in some of the scenarios in the cases for this study. This finding will need to be confirmed by future research as unique to the industry or an aberration. An unusually high number of scenarios were found for cases using the hybrid approach

  20. The mycotoxin definition reconsidered towards fungal cyclic depsipeptides.

    PubMed

    Taevernier, Lien; Wynendaele, Evelien; De Vreese, Leen; Burvenich, Christian; De Spiegeleer, Bart

    2016-04-02

    Currently, next to the major classes, cyclic depsipeptides beauvericin and enniatins are also positioned as mycotoxins. However, as there are hundreds more fungal cyclic depsipeptides already identified, should these not be considered as mycotoxins as well? The current status of the mycotoxin definition revealed a lack of consistency, leading to confusion about what compounds should be called mycotoxins. Because this is of pivotal importance in risk assessment prioritization, a clear and quantitatively expressed mycotoxin definition is proposed, based on data of widely accepted mycotoxins. Finally, this definition is applied to a set of fungal cyclic depsipeptides, revealing that some of these should indeed be considered as mycotoxins.

  1. Developing a comprehensive definition of sustainability.

    PubMed

    Moore, Julia E; Mascarenhas, Alekhya; Bain, Julie; Straus, Sharon E

    2017-09-02

    Understanding sustainability is one of the significant implementation science challenges. One of the big challenges in researching sustainability is the lack of consistent definitions in the literature. Most implementation studies do not present a definition of sustainability, even when assessing sustainability. The aim of the current study was to systematically develop a comprehensive definition of sustainability based on definitions already used in the literature. We searched for knowledge syntheses of sustainability and abstracted sustainability definitions from the articles identified through any relevant systematic and scoping reviews. The constructs in the abstracted sustainability definitions were mapped to an existing definition. The comprehensive definition of sustainability was revised to include emerging constructs. We identified four knowledge syntheses of sustainability, which identified 209 original articles. Of the 209 articles, 24 (11.5%) included a definition of sustainability. These definitions were mapped to three constructs from an existing definition, and nine new constructs emerged. We reviewed all constructs and created a revised definition: (1) after a defined period of time, (2) a program, clinical intervention, and/or implementation strategies continue to be delivered and/or (3) individual behavior change (i.e., clinician, patient) is maintained; (4) the program and individual behavior change may evolve or adapt while (5) continuing to produce benefits for individuals/systems. All 24 definitions were remapped to the comprehensive definition (percent agreement among three coders was 94%). Of the 24 definitions, 17 described the continued delivery of a program (70.8%), 17 mentioned continued outcomes (70.8%), 13 mentioned time (54.2%), 8 addressed the individual maintenance of a behavior change (33.3%), and 6 described the evolution or adaptation (25.0%). We drew from over 200 studies to identify 24 existing definitions of sustainability

  2. 23 CFR 460.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... toll roads are not considered restrictive gates. (d) Maintenance means the preservation of the entire... HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PUBLIC ROAD MILEAGE FOR APPORTIONMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FUNDS § 460.2 Definitions. As used in this part: (a) Public road means any road...

  3. 12 CFR 1229.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 12 Banks and Banking 7 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 1229.1 Section 1229.1 Banks and Banking FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY ENTITY REGULATIONS CAPITAL CLASSIFICATIONS AND PROMPT CORRECTIVE...; (viii) Strategic Planning officer or an equivalent employee; (ix) Internal Audit officer or an...

  4. 1 CFR 455.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 1 General Provisions 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 455.2 Section 455.2 General Provisions MISCELLANEOUS AGENCIES NATIONAL CAPITAL PLANNING COMMISSION (PRIVACY ACT REGULATIONS) § 455.2..., symbol, or other identifying particular assigned to the individual, such as social security number; (d...

  5. 24 CFR 572.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 572.5 Section 572.5 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT...

  6. 30 CFR 250.200 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... Information Document CZMA means Coastal Zone Management Act DOCD means Development Operations Coordination... OFFSHORE OIL AND GAS AND SULPHUR OPERATIONS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF Plans and Information General Information § 250.200 Definitions. Acronyms and terms used in this subpart have the following meanings: (a...

  7. 33 CFR 154.802 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... FACILITIES TRANSFERRING OIL OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IN BULK Vapor Control Systems § 154.802 Definitions. As used in this subpart: Certifying entity means an individual or organization accepted by the Commandant (CG-522) to review plans and calculations for vapor control system designs, and to conduct initial...

  8. 33 CFR 154.802 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... FACILITIES TRANSFERRING OIL OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IN BULK Vapor Control Systems § 154.802 Definitions. As used in this subpart: Certifying entity means an individual or organization accepted by the Commandant (CG-522) to review plans and calculations for vapor control system designs, and to conduct initial...

  9. 45 CFR 144.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... under the terms of a group health plan because of a relationship to a participant. Eligible individual... this definition. Medical condition or condition means any condition, whether physical or mental, including, but not limited to, any condition resulting from illness, injury (whether or not the injury is...

  10. 45 CFR 144.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... under the terms of a group health plan because of a relationship to a participant. Eligible individual... this definition. Medical condition or condition means any condition, whether physical or mental, including, but not limited to, any condition resulting from illness, injury (whether or not the injury is...

  11. 45 CFR 144.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... under the terms of a group health plan because of a relationship to a participant. Eligible individual... this definition. Medical condition or condition means any condition, whether physical or mental, including, but not limited to, any condition resulting from illness, injury (whether or not the injury is...

  12. 18 CFR 707.4 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 707.4 Section 707.4 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE... committees and WRC coordinating committees; principles, standards and procedures for planning water and...

  13. 18 CFR 707.4 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2011-04-01 2011-04-01 false Definitions. 707.4 Section 707.4 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL COMPLIANCE WITH THE... committees and WRC coordinating committees; principles, standards and procedures for planning water and...

  14. 36 CFR 907.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... QUALITY § 907.3 Definitions. (a) CEQ Regulations means the regulations for implementing the procedural... which this part is a supplement. (b) The Act of October 27, 1972 or Act means the Pennsylvania Avenue... Plan means The Pennsylvania Avenue Plan—1974, prepared by the Pennsylvania Avenue Development...

  15. 24 CFR 590.5 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2011-04-01 2010-04-01 true Definitions. 590.5 Section 590.5 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT...

  16. 24 CFR 570.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2011-04-01 2010-04-01 true Definitions. 570.3 Section 570.3 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT...

  17. 24 CFR 511.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 511.2 Section 511.2 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SLUM...

  18. 24 CFR 511.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2014-04-01 2013-04-01 true Definitions. 511.2 Section 511.2 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SLUM...

  19. 24 CFR 511.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Definitions. 511.2 Section 511.2 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SLUM...

  20. 24 CFR 511.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2013-04-01 2013-04-01 false Definitions. 511.2 Section 511.2 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SLUM...

  1. 24 CFR 511.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2011-04-01 2010-04-01 true Definitions. 511.2 Section 511.2 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SLUM...

  2. 13 CFR 119.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... entrepreneurs, such as, but not limited to, assistance intended to enhance business planning, marketing, management, financial management skills, business operations, or assistance for the purpose of increasing... 13 Business Credit and Assistance 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 119.2 Section 119.2...

  3. 13 CFR 303.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... INVESTMENTS AND COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES § 303.2 Definitions. In addition to the defined... following meanings: Planning Investment means the award of EDA Investment Assistance under section 203 of... CEDS for a specific EDA-approved Region under section 203 of PWEDA. Strategy Committee means the...

  4. 1 CFR 455.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 1 General Provisions 1 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false Definitions. 455.2 Section 455.2 General Provisions MISCELLANEOUS AGENCIES NATIONAL CAPITAL PLANNING COMMISSION (PRIVACY ACT REGULATIONS) § 455.2..., symbol, or other identifying particular assigned to the individual, such as social security number; (d...

  5. 13 CFR 313.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 13 Business Credit and Assistance 1 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 313.2 Section 313.2 Business Credit and Assistance ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE COMMUNITY TRADE... Impacted Community's plan for improving its economic situation developed in accordance with § 313.6. ...

  6. 1 CFR 457.103 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. (4) Is... physical or mental impairment that substantially limits major life activities only as a result of the... ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE NATIONAL CAPITAL PLANNING COMMISSION § 457.103 Definitions. For purposes of this...

  7. 26 CFR 46.4377-1 - Definitions and special rules.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ...) MISCELLANEOUS EXCISE TAXES EXCISE TAX ON CERTAIN INSURANCE POLICIES, SELF-INSURED HEALTH PLANS, AND OBLIGATIONS NOT IN REGISTERED FORM Fees on Insured and Self-insured Health Plans § 46.4377-1 Definitions and...(d) of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act). (c) Effective/Applicability date. This section...

  8. 47 CFR 59.4 - Definition of “qualifying carrier”.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... (CONTINUED) INFRASTRUCTURE SHARING § 59.4 Definition of “qualifying carrier”. For purposes of this part, the term “qualifying carrier” means a telecommunications carrier that: (a) Lacks economies of scale or...

  9. 26 CFR 1.410(b)-7 - Definition of plan and rules governing plan disaggregation and aggregation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... same plan year. (e) Determination of plans in testing group for average benefit percentage test—(1) In... qualifiedseparatelineofbu5ine55 basis. The plans in the testing group used to determine whether Plan F satisfies the average..., DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED) INCOME TAX (CONTINUED) INCOME TAXES (CONTINUED) Pension, Profit...

  10. Truancy: A Look at Definitions in the USA and Other Territories

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Gentle-Genitty, Carolyn; Karikari, Isaac; Chen, Haiping; Wilka, Eric; Kim, Jangmin

    2015-01-01

    There is no shortage of definitions for truancy. One state may house many different definitions and there are a variety of challenges arising from this fact. One of the most important to researchers, policy-makers and educators alike, is that because of the lack of uniformity and consistency, it is difficult to compile and ascertain the totality…

  11. Revised U.S. Climate Science Plan Still Lacking in Key Areas

    NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS)

    Showstack, Randy

    2004-03-01

    A U.S. National Research Council committee has found that a revised strategic plan for the U.S. Climate Change Science Program (CCSP) includes elements ``that could permit it to effectively guide research on climate and associated global changes over the next decades.'' However, the committee noted that the revision, issued by the CCSP, faces major hurdles related to funding, program priorities, management structure, and maintaining political independence.

  12. Clarifying the Consensus Definition of Validity

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Newton, Paul E.

    2012-01-01

    The 1999 "Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing" defines validity as the degree to which evidence and theory support the interpretations of test scores entailed by proposed uses of tests. Although quite explicit, there are ways in which this definition lacks precision, consistency, and clarity. The history of validity has taught us…

  13. Phased Project Planning Guidelines

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1968-01-01

    NHB 7121.2 is the initial publication of the guidelines for implementation of the Phased Project Planning (PPP) concept prescribed by NPD 7121,1A. These guidelines are applicable to the planning and approval activities which lead to the implementation of major new research and development projects as defined in NPD 7121.1A as well as to major modifications or extensions of approved projects. They should, therefore, be reflected in the Project Approval Documents which serve as the basic documentation for project definition, guidance and control throughout NASA. The purpose of PPP is to provide, through defined phases, an adequate basis for management decisions on the extent to which project activities can be properly undertaken and commitments made. However, these guidelines do not prescribe detailed format and content of plans and other documents and reports used to apply the PPP concept. Similarly, the work content of phases and the information requirements described herein are not checklists. They are included to assist in understanding the intent of the PPP concept and should not be viewed as rigid or inflexible. PPP, as a concept for orderly planning and definition of new major R&D undertakings, must be adapted to the peculiarities of each individual case. However, the flexibility permitted for adaptation should not be considered as a license for major variation which would compromise the objectives that underlie the concept. Cognizant NASA officials are expected to pursue their project planning and definition activities in reasonable conformance with these guidelines and to request only those exceptions or deviations which are clearly necessary and justified. These guidelines will be modified as determined necessary on the basis of experience. Comments or suggestions for changes should be directed to the Office of Organization and Management.

  14. 45 CFR 149.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... Secretary. Early retiree means a plan participant who is age 55 and older who is enrolled for health... EARLY RETIREE REINSURANCE PROGRAM General Provisions § 149.2 Definitions. For purposes of this part, the... part, the term early retiree also includes the enrolled spouse, surviving spouse, and dependents of...

  15. 12 CFR 1770.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... option plan, post employment benefit or other compensatory arrangement. (e) Director means the Director... 12 Banks and Banking 7 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions. 1770.3 Section 1770.3 Banks and Banking OFFICE OF FEDERAL HOUSING ENTERPRISE OVERSIGHT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SAFETY...

  16. 23 CFR 460.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-04-01

    ... HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PUBLIC ROAD MILEAGE FOR APPORTIONMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FUNDS § 460.2 Definitions. As used in this part: (a) Public road means any road...-free highway facilities. (c) Open to public travel means that the road section is available, except...

  17. 23 CFR 460.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-04-01

    ... HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PUBLIC ROAD MILEAGE FOR APPORTIONMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FUNDS § 460.2 Definitions. As used in this part: (a) Public road means any road...-free highway facilities. (c) Open to public travel means that the road section is available, except...

  18. 23 CFR 460.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PUBLIC ROAD MILEAGE FOR APPORTIONMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FUNDS § 460.2 Definitions. As used in this part: (a) Public road means any road...-free highway facilities. (c) Open to public travel means that the road section is available, except...

  19. 23 CFR 460.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-04-01

    ... HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND RESEARCH PUBLIC ROAD MILEAGE FOR APPORTIONMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY FUNDS § 460.2 Definitions. As used in this part: (a) Public road means any road...-free highway facilities. (c) Open to public travel means that the road section is available, except...

  20. 18 CFR 725.4 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-04-01

    ... 18 Conservation of Power and Water Resources 2 2012-04-01 2012-04-01 false Definitions. 725.4 Section 725.4 Conservation of Power and Water Resources WATER RESOURCES COUNCIL IMPLEMENTATION OF..., regional, and river basin planning and reviews of compliance. (c) Council means the U.S. Water Resources...

  1. 45 CFR 95.505 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... assistance programs. These components are the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the Centers... 45 Public Welfare 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definitions. 95.505 Section 95.505 Public Welfare... ASSISTANCE, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AND STATE CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMS) Cost Allocation Plans § 95.505...

  2. 45 CFR 95.505 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... assistance programs. These components are the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the Centers... 45 Public Welfare 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Definitions. 95.505 Section 95.505 Public Welfare... ASSISTANCE, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AND STATE CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMS) Cost Allocation Plans § 95.505...

  3. Effect of Normal Lung Definition on Lung Dosimetry and Lung Toxicity Prediction in Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning

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

    Wang, Weili; Department of Radiation Oncology, the Fourth Affiliated Hospital, China Medical University, Shenyang; Xu, Yaping

    2013-08-01

    Purpose: This study aimed to compare lung dose–volume histogram (DVH) parameters such as mean lung dose (MLD) and the lung volume receiving ≥20 Gy (V20) of commonly used definitions of normal lung in terms of tumor/target subtraction and to determine to what extent they differ in predicting radiation pneumonitis (RP). Methods and Materials: One hundred lung cancer patients treated with definitive radiation therapy were assessed. The gross tumor volume (GTV) and clinical planning target volume (PTV{sub c}) were defined by the treating physician and dosimetrist. For this study, the clinical target volume (CTV) was defined as GTV with 8-mm uniformmore » expansion, and the PTV was defined as CTV with an 8-mm uniform expansion. Lung DVHs were generated with exclusion of targets: (1) GTV (DVH{sub G}); (2) CTV (DVH{sub C}); (3) PTV (DVH{sub P}); and (4) PTV{sub c} (DVH{sub Pc}). The lung DVHs, V20s, and MLDs from each of the 4 methods were compared, as was their significance in predicting radiation pneumonitis of grade 2 or greater (RP2). Results: There are significant differences in dosimetric parameters among the various definition methods (all Ps<.05). The mean and maximum differences in V20 are 4.4% and 12.6% (95% confidence interval 3.6%-5.1%), respectively. The mean and maximum differences in MLD are 3.3 Gy and 7.5 Gy (95% confidence interval, 1.7-4.8 Gy), respectively. MLDs of all methods are highly correlated with each other and significantly correlated with clinical RP2, although V20s are not. For RP2 prediction, on the receiver operating characteristic curve, MLD from DVH{sub G} (MLD{sub G}) has a greater area under curve of than MLD from DVH{sub C} (MLD{sub C}) or DVH{sub P} (MLD{sub P}). Limiting RP2 to 30%, the threshold is 22.4, 20.6, and 18.8 Gy, for MLD{sub G}, MLD{sub C}, and MLD{sub P}, respectively. Conclusions: The differences in MLD and V20 from various lung definitions are significant. MLD from the GTV exclusion method may be more accurate in

  4. SmartWay strategic plan : 2007 annual report

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2007-12-01

    This document presents an update to the ITS Strategic Plan, effective December 2007. The key plan elements are listed below: a definition of ITS, ITS user services relevant to the agency; performance measures to identify roadway segments and corridor...

  5. Towards a definition of biological corridor

    Treesearch

    D.K. Rosenberg; B.R. Noon; E.C. Meslow

    1995-01-01

    Lack of clear, unambiguous criteria that distinguishes a linear habitat patch as a corridor contributes to controversy over the value of corridors for wildlife conservation. The definitions of biological corridors have been vague or inconsistent, and often they confound form and function. Explicit criteria that can differentiate between a linear habitat patch and a...

  6. 42 CFR 417.800 - Payment to HCPPs: Definitions and basic rules.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Payment to HCPPs: Definitions and basic rules. 417... HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED) MEDICARE PROGRAM HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS, COMPETITIVE MEDICAL PLANS... and basic rules. (a) Definitions. As used in this subpart, unless the context indicates otherwise...

  7. The HEALTHGRAIN definition of ‘whole grain’

    PubMed Central

    van der Kamp, Jan Willem; Poutanen, Kaisa; Seal, Chris J.; Richardson, David P.

    2014-01-01

    Most cereal products, like white bread, pasta, and biscuits, are based on flour after removal of bran and germ, the two parts of grain kernels containing most of the dietary fibre and other bioactive components. In the past decade, consumers have been rediscovering whole grain-based products and the number of wholegrain products has increased rapidly. In most countries in Europe and worldwide, however, no legally endorsed definition of wholegrain flour and products exists. Current definitions are often incomplete, lacking descriptions of the included grains and the permitted flour manufacturing processes. The consortium of the HEALTHGRAIN EU project (FP6-514008, 2005–2010) identified the need for developing a definition of whole grain with the following scope: 1) more comprehensive than current definitions in most EU countries; 2) one definition for Europe – when possible equal to definitions outside Europe; 3) reflecting current industrial practices for production of flours and consumer products; 4) useful in the context of nutritional guidelines and for labelling purposes. The definition was developed in a range of discussion meetings and consultations and was launched in 2010 at the end of the HEALTHGRAIN project. The grains included are specified: a wide range of cereal grains from the Poaceae family, and the pseudo-cereals amaranth, buckwheat, quinoa, and wild rice. The definition also describes manufacturing processes allowed for producing wholegrain flours. This paper compares the HEALTHGRAIN definition with previous definitions, provides more comprehensive explanations than in the definition itself regarding the inclusion of specific grains, and sets out the permitted flour manufacturing processes. PMID:24505218

  8. 24 CFR 594.3 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... 24 Housing and Urban Development 3 2010-04-01 2010-04-01 false Definitions. 594.3 Section 594.3 Housing and Urban Development Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban Development (Continued) OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY FACILITIES JOHN HEINZ...

  9. 7 CFR 2003.1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... Definitions. EEO—the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq. O&M—Operations and Management. P&P—Policy and Planning. RBS—Rural Business-Cooperative Development Service, USDA, or any... Regulations of the Department of Agriculture (Continued) RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, RURAL BUSINESS-COOPERATIVE...

  10. 48 CFR 1509.170-4 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... each performance category. Ratings are defined as follows: 0 = unsatisfactory, 1 = poor, 2 = fair, 3... PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Contractor Performance Evaluations 1509.170-4 Definitions. (a) Contractor Performance Report is an evaluation of a contractor's performance for a specified period of time...

  11. 40 CFR 311.2 - Definition of employee.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... PLANNING, AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW PROGRAMS WORKER PROTECTION § 311.2 Definition of employee. Employee in § 311.1 is defined as a compensated or non-compensated worker who is controlled directly by a...

  12. Space shuttle operations integration plan

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1975-01-01

    The Operations Integration Plan is presented, which is to provide functional definition of the activities necessary to develop and integrate shuttle operating plans and facilities to support flight, flight control, and operations. It identifies the major tasks, the organizations responsible, their interrelationships, the sequence of activities and interfaces, and the resultant products related to operations integration.

  13. Fifteen-foot diameter modular space station Kennedy Space Center launch site support definition (space station program Phase B extension definition)

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Bjorn, L. C.; Martin, M. L.; Murphy, C. W.; Niebla, J. F., V

    1971-01-01

    This document defines the facilities, equipment, and operational plans required to support the MSS Program at KSC. Included is an analysis of KSC operations, a definition of flow plans, facility utilization and modifications, test plans and concepts, activation, and tradeoff studies. Existing GSE and facilities that have a potential utilization are identified, and new items are defined where possible. The study concludes that the existing facilities are suitable for use in the space station program without major modification from the Saturn-Apollo configuration.

  14. Satellite Power System (SPS) concept definition study (exhibit C)

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Haley, G. M.

    1979-01-01

    The major outputs of the study are the constructability studies which resulted in the definition of the concepts for satellite, rectenna, and satellite construction base construction. Transportation analyses resulted in definition of heavy-lift launch vehicle, electric orbit transfer vehicle, personnel orbit transfer vehicle, and intra-orbit transfer vehicle as well as overall operations related to transportation systems. The experiment/verification program definition resulted in the definition of elements for the Ground-Based Experimental Research and Key Technology plans. These studies also resulted in conceptual approaches for early space technology verification. The cost analysis defined the overall program and cost data for all program elements and phases.

  15. The definition of polytrauma: the need for international consensus.

    PubMed

    Butcher, Nerida; Balogh, Zsolt J

    2009-11-01

    Polytrauma patients represent the ultimate challenge to trauma care and the optimisation of their care is a major focus of clinical and basic science research. A universally accepted definition for polytrauma is vital for comparing datasets and conducting multicentre trials. The purpose of this review is to identify and evaluate the published definitions of the term "polytrauma". A literature search was conducted for the time period January 1950-August 2008. The Medline, Embase and Cochrane Library databases were searched using the keyword "polytrauma". Articles were evaluated without language exclusion for the occurrence of the word "polytrauma" in the text and the presence of a subsequent definition. Relevant online resources and medical dictionaries were also reviewed. A total of 1,665 publications used the term polytrauma, 47 of which included a definition of the term. The available definitions can be divided into eight groups according to the crux of the definition. No uniformly used consensus definition exists. None of the existing definitions were found to be validated or supported by evidence higher than Level 4. This review identified the lack of a validated or consensus definition of the term polytrauma. The international trauma community should consider establishing a consensus definition for polytrauma, which could be validated prospectively and serve as a basis for future research.

  16. 40 CFR 63.1312 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... Hazardous Air Pollutant Emissions: Group IV Polymers and Resins § 63.1312 Definitions. (a) The following....111) Owner or operator (§ 63.2) Performance evaluation (§ 63.2) Performance test (§ 63.2) Permitting...-up, shutdown, and malfunction plan (§ 63.101) State (§ 63.2) Stationary Source (§ 63.2) Surge control...

  17. 42 CFR 59.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... Public Health Service Act, as amended. Family means a social unit composed of one person, or two or more... 42 Public Health 1 2012-10-01 2012-10-01 false Definitions. 59.2 Section 59.2 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES...

  18. 42 CFR 59.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... Public Health Service Act, as amended. Family means a social unit composed of one person, or two or more... 42 Public Health 1 2014-10-01 2014-10-01 false Definitions. 59.2 Section 59.2 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES...

  19. 42 CFR 59.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... Public Health Service Act, as amended. Family means a social unit composed of one person, or two or more... 42 Public Health 1 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Definitions. 59.2 Section 59.2 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES...

  20. 42 CFR 59.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... Public Health Service Act, as amended. Family means a social unit composed of one person, or two or more... 42 Public Health 1 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Definitions. 59.2 Section 59.2 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES...

  1. 42 CFR 59.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... Public Health Service Act, as amended. Family means a social unit composed of one person, or two or more... 42 Public Health 1 2013-10-01 2013-10-01 false Definitions. 59.2 Section 59.2 Public Health PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GRANTS GRANTS FOR FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES...

  2. What are community nurses experiences of assessing frailty and assisting in planning subsequent interventions?

    PubMed

    Britton, Hannah

    2017-09-02

    With an ageing population and increasing focus on community care, this study aimed to explore the experiences of community nurses in assessing frailty and planning interventions around frailty. Six community nurses were recruited for face-to-face semi-structured interviews as part of this qualitative study which was underpinned by a competence framework ( Royal College of Nursing, 2009 ). Thematic analysis was used and frailty was identified as an emerging topic within practice. Participants discussed several aspects associated with frailty; however, some uncertainty around the concept of frailty and its definition was noted, particularly for staff who had received limited frailty training. Participants had a growing awareness of frailty in practice, but challenges-including time constraints and staffing within some roles, a perception of limited services to support older people, and for some a lack of confidence and training-presented barriers to frailty assessment. The Rockwood frailty scale was used by participants within practice, but evidence suggested it was felt to lack validity within the community setting.

  3. Computer aided planning of orthopaedic surgeries: the definition of generic planning steps for bone removal procedures.

    PubMed

    Putzer, David; Moctezuma, Jose Luis; Nogler, Michael

    2017-11-01

    An increasing number of orthopaedic surgeons are using computer aided planning tools for bone removal applications. The aim of the study was to consolidate a set of generic functions to be used for a 3D computer assisted planning or simulation. A limited subset of 30 surgical procedures was analyzed and verified in 243 surgical procedures of a surgical atlas. Fourteen generic functions to be used in 3D computer assisted planning and simulations were extracted. Our results showed that the average procedure comprises 14 ± 10 (SD) steps with ten different generic planning steps and four generic bone removal steps. In conclusion, the study shows that with a limited number of 14 planning functions it is possible to perform 243 surgical procedures out of Campbell's Operative Orthopedics atlas. The results may be used as a basis for versatile generic intraoperative planning software.

  4. Successful strategic planning: creating clarity.

    PubMed

    Adams, Jim

    2005-01-01

    Most healthcare organizations have a strategic plan of some kind. Many of these organizations also have difficulty translating their strategic plan into specific actions that result in successful performance. In the worst cases, this can jeopardize the viability of the organization. The trouble lies in a lack of clarity in what a strategic plan is and what it should do for the organization. This article will answer key questions such as: What is strategy and how does it fit with other commonly used constructs such as mission, vision, and goals? What criteria can be used to determine if something is truly strategic to the organization? What are the phases of the strategy lifecycle? How do approaches for dealing with uncertainty, such as scenario planning, fit with organizational strategic planning? How can a meaningful IT strategy be developed if the organization strategy is lacking? What principles should guide a good IT planning process?

  5. 34 CFR 300.24 - Individualized family service plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... 34 Education 2 2011-07-01 2010-07-01 true Individualized family service plan. 300.24 Section 300... CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES General Definitions Used in This Part § 300.24 Individualized family service plan. Individualized family service plan or IFSP has the meaning given the term in section 636 of the...

  6. Nurse manager succession planning: synthesis of the evidence.

    PubMed

    Titzer, Jennifer; Phillips, Tracy; Tooley, Stephanie; Hall, Norma; Shirey, Maria

    2013-10-01

    The literature supporting nurse manager succession planning is reviewed and synthesised to discover best practice for identifying and developing future nurse managers. Healthcare succession planning practices are lacking. Nurse managers are historically selected based on clinical skills and lack formal leadership preparation. A systematic literature search appraises and summarises the current literature supporting nurse manager succession planning. Multiple reviewers were used to increase the reliability and validity of article selection and analysis. New nurse managers require months to adapt to their positions. Deliberate nurse manager succession planning should be integrated in the organisation's strategic plan and provide a proactive method for identifying and developing potential leaders. Organisations that identify and develop internal human capital can improve role transition, reduce nurse manager turnover rates and decrease replacement costs. Despite the clear benefits of succession planning, studies show that resource allocation for proactive, deliberate development of current and future nurse leaders is lacking. Additionally, systematic evaluation of succession planning is limited. Deliberate succession planning efforts and appropriate resource allocation require strategic planning and evaluation methods. Detailed evaluation methods demonstrating a positive return on investment utilising a cost-benefit analysis and empirical outcomes are necessary. © 2013 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

  7. 48 CFR 3009.570-1 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... SECURITY ACQUISITION REGULATION (HSAR) ACQUISITION PLANNING CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS Organizational and Consultant Conflicts of Interest 3009.570-1 Definitions. “Direct Financial Interest,” as used in this section, is defined in the clause at HSAR 48 CFR 3052.209-75, Prohibited Financial Interests for Lead System...

  8. 26 CFR 1.410(b)-7 - Definition of plan and rules governing plan disaggregation and aggregation.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-04-01

    ... year. (e) Determination of plans in testing group for average benefit percentage test—(1) In general... qualifiedseparatelineofbu5ine55 basis. The plans in the testing group used to determine whether Plan F satisfies the average..., DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (CONTINUED) INCOME TAX (CONTINUED) INCOME TAXES Pension, Profit-Sharing, Stock...

  9. Astronomy sortie mission definition study. Addendum: Follow-on analyses

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1973-01-01

    Results of design analyses, trade studies, and planning data of the Astronomy Sortie Mission Definition Study are presented. An in-depth analysis of UV instruments, nondeployed solar payload, and on-orbit access is presented. Planning data are considered, including the cost and schedules associated with the astronomy instruments and/or support hardware. Costs are presented in a parametric fashion.

  10. 78 FR 22197 - Approval and Promulgation of Implementation Plans for Tennessee: Revisions to Volatile Organic...

    Federal Register 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

    2013-04-15

    ... Promulgation of Implementation Plans for Tennessee: Revisions to Volatile Organic Compound Definition AGENCY... total of 17 compounds to the list of compounds excluded from the definition of ``Volatile Organic...: Sean Lakeman, Regulatory Development Section, Air Planning Branch, Air, Pesticides and Toxics...

  11. 43 CFR 10005.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); and the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et... CONSERVATION PLAN § 10005.2 Definitions. The Act refers to the Central Utah Project Completion Act, Titles II... Conservation Commission, as established by section 301 of the Act. Interested parties refers to Federal and...

  12. 43 CFR 10005.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); and the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et... CONSERVATION PLAN § 10005.2 Definitions. The Act refers to the Central Utah Project Completion Act, Titles II... Conservation Commission, as established by section 301 of the Act. Interested parties refers to Federal and...

  13. 43 CFR 10005.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); and the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et... CONSERVATION PLAN § 10005.2 Definitions. The Act refers to the Central Utah Project Completion Act, Titles II... Conservation Commission, as established by section 301 of the Act. Interested parties refers to Federal and...

  14. 43 CFR 10005.2 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); and the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et... CONSERVATION PLAN § 10005.2 Definitions. The Act refers to the Central Utah Project Completion Act, Titles II... Conservation Commission, as established by section 301 of the Act. Interested parties refers to Federal and...

  15. 45 CFR 80.13 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 § 80.13 Definitions. As used in this part— (a) The term Department means the... application, request, or plan. (Secs. 602, 606, Civil Rights Act of 1964, (42 U.S.C. 2000d-1, 2000d-4a)) [29... Department of Health and Human Services GENERAL ADMINISTRATION NONDISCRIMINATION UNDER PROGRAMS RECEIVING...

  16. 45 CFR 80.13 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 § 80.13 Definitions. As used in this part— (a) The term Department means the... application, request, or plan. (Secs. 602, 606, Civil Rights Act of 1964, (42 U.S.C. 2000d-1, 2000d-4a)) [29... DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ADMINISTRATION NONDISCRIMINATION UNDER PROGRAMS RECEIVING...

  17. 45 CFR 80.13 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 § 80.13 Definitions. As used in this part— (a) The term Department means the... application, request, or plan. (Secs. 602, 606, Civil Rights Act of 1964, (42 U.S.C. 2000d-1, 2000d-4a)) [29... DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ADMINISTRATION NONDISCRIMINATION UNDER PROGRAMS RECEIVING...

  18. 45 CFR 80.13 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 § 80.13 Definitions. As used in this part— (a) The term Department means the... application, request, or plan. (Secs. 602, 606, Civil Rights Act of 1964, (42 U.S.C. 2000d-1, 2000d-4a)) [29... DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ADMINISTRATION NONDISCRIMINATION UNDER PROGRAMS RECEIVING...

  19. 45 CFR 80.13 - Definitions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-10-01

    ... CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 § 80.13 Definitions. As used in this part— (a) The term Department means the... application, request, or plan. (Secs. 602, 606, Civil Rights Act of 1964, (42 U.S.C. 2000d-1, 2000d-4a)) [29... DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES GENERAL ADMINISTRATION NONDISCRIMINATION UNDER PROGRAMS RECEIVING...

  20. 29 CFR 2510.3-102 - Definition of “plan assets”-participant contributions.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... in cash. (c) Maximum time period for welfare benefit plans. With respect to an employee welfare...) of this section shall apply to such plan as if such plan were an employee welfare benefit plan. (i...) of this section shall apply to such plan as if such plan were an employee welfare benefit plan. [61...

  1. Data categories for marine planning

    USGS Publications Warehouse

    Lightsom, Frances L.; Cicchetti, Giancarlo; Wahle, Charles M.

    2015-01-01

    The U.S. National Ocean Policy calls for a science- and ecosystem-based approach to comprehensive planning and management of human activities and their impacts on America’s oceans. The Ocean Community in Data.gov is an outcome of 2010–2011 work by an interagency working group charged with designing a national information management system to support ocean planning. Within the working group, a smaller team developed a list of the data categories specifically relevant to marine planning. This set of categories is an important consensus statement of the breadth of information types required for ocean planning from a national, multidisciplinary perspective. Although the categories were described in a working document in 2011, they have not yet been fully implemented explicitly in online services or geospatial metadata, in part because authoritative definitions were not created formally. This document describes the purpose of the data categories, provides definitions, and identifies relations among the categories and between the categories and external standards. It is intended to be used by ocean data providers, managers, and users in order to provide a transparent and consistent framework for organizing and describing complex information about marine ecosystems and their connections to humans.

  2. Crew interface definition study, phase 1

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Callihan, J. C.; Kraemer, J. W.; Alles, J. A.

    1971-01-01

    The timeline analysis of the Shuttle orbiter missions which was conducted in the Phase I Crew Interface Definition Study and the requirements for the man-in-the-loop simulation study are presented. Mission definitions and objectives are presented as they relate to various Shuttle Orbiter missions. The requirements for crew participation and the information required by the crew are discussed, and finally the rationale behind the display concept and calling procedures is given. The simulation objectives, the simulation mechanization, including a detailed presentation of the display and control concept, the simulator test plan and the results are discussed.

  3. A proposed universal medical and public health definition of terrorism.

    PubMed

    Arnold, Jeffrey L; Ortenwall, Per; Birnbaum, Marvin L; Sundnes, Knut Ole; Aggrawal, Anil; Anantharaman, V; Al Musleh, Abdul Wahab; Asai, Yasufumi; Burkle, Frederick M; Chung, Jae Myung; Cruz-Vega, Felipe; Debacker, Michel; Della Corte, Francesco; Delooz, Herman; Dickinson, Garth; Hodgetts, Timothy; Holliman, C James; MacFarlane, Campbell; Rodoplu, Ulkumen; Stok, Edita; Tsai, Ming-Che

    2003-01-01

    The lack of a universally applicable definition of terrorism has confounded the understanding of terrorism since the term was first coined in 18th Century France. Although a myriad of definitions of terrorism have been advanced over the years, virtually all of these definitions have been crisis-centered, frequently reflecting the political perspectives of those who seek to define it. In this article, we deconstruct these previously used definitions of terrorism in order to reconstruct a definition of terrorism that is consequence-centered, medically relevant, and universally harmonized. A universal medical and public health definition of terrorism will facilitate clinical and scientific research, education, and communication about terrorism-related events or disasters. We propose the following universal medical and public definition of terrorism: The intentional use of violence--real or threatened--against one or more non-combatants and/or those services essential for or protective of their health, resulting in adverse health effects in those immediately affected and their community, ranging from a loss of well-being or security to injury, illness, or death.

  4. Definitions of healthy eating among university students.

    PubMed

    House, Jennifer; Su, Jenny; Levy-Milne, Ryna

    2006-01-01

    To identify definitions of healthy eating in terms of food characteristics, eating behaviours, barriers, and benefits in university students. Four focus groups were conducted; verbatim transcripts were analyzed and coded using qualitative methods. Participants were nine students of dietetics and six students of other subjects. All were females in their third or fourth year at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Participants often described healthy eating as consuming all food groups of Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating, with the associated notions of moderation and balance. Benefits of healthy eating were cited as a healthy weight, good physical appearance, feeling better, preventing disease, and achieving personal satisfaction. Barriers to healthy eating included lack of time, choice, taste preferences, and finances. There was some discrepancy between what the dietetics students perceived as barriers for clients (e.g., lack of information), and barriers the potential clients (other students) perceived for themselves. As dietitians, we must try to understand our clients' definitions of healthy eating and their barriers to achieving it, which likely differ from our own.

  5. Expert systems in transmission planning

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

    Galiana, F.D.; McGillis, D.T.; Marin, M.A.

    1992-05-01

    In this paper the state of the field of expert systems and knowledge engineering in transmission planning is reviewed. A detailed analysis of the goals, definition, requirements and methodology of transmission planning is presented. Potential benefits of knowledge-based applications in transmission planning are reviewed. This is followed by a thorough review of the area broken down into subareas or important related topics. The conclusions offer a number of suggestions for possible future research and development. Finally, a detailed bibliography divided into subareas is presented.

  6. Educational Technology: Definition of the Problem.

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Razavi, Hossein

    1978-01-01

    An analysis of the evolution of educational technology demonstrates that the expansion of the concept has been unavoidable. A definition of educational technology as an economic approach to the micro and macro planning of education is introduced, and problems and guidelines for implementation in developing countries are discussed. (Author/JEG)

  7. 31 CFR 353.13 - Employee plans-Conditions of eligibility.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... plans—Conditions of eligibility. (a) Definition of plan. Employee thrift, savings, vacation and similar... any account at any time for that purpose is equal to the purchase price of a bond or bonds in an... establish the plan's eligibility. (e) Vacation plans. Savings bonds may be purchased under certain vacation...

  8. 31 CFR 353.13 - Employee plans-Conditions of eligibility.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... plans—Conditions of eligibility. (a) Definition of plan. Employee thrift, savings, vacation and similar... any account at any time for that purpose is equal to the purchase price of a bond or bonds in an... establish the plan's eligibility. (e) Vacation plans. Savings bonds may be purchased under certain vacation...

  9. Space Station Mission Planning System (MPS) development study. Volume 2

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    Klus, W. J.

    1987-01-01

    The process and existing software used for Spacelab payload mission planning were studied. A complete baseline definition of the Spacelab payload mission planning process was established, along with a definition of existing software capabilities for potential extrapolation to the Space Station. This information was used as a basis for defining system requirements to support Space Station mission planning. The Space Station mission planning concept was reviewed for the purpose of identifying areas where artificial intelligence concepts might offer substantially improved capability. Three specific artificial intelligence concepts were to be investigated for applicability: natural language interfaces; expert systems; and automatic programming. The advantages and disadvantages of interfacing an artificial intelligence language with existing FORTRAN programs or of converting totally to a new programming language were identified.

  10. Integration of Environmental Planning Into the Army Master Planning Process

    DTIC Science & Technology

    1992-10-01

    Creating and implementing 13 required component plans (and additional optional ones) can be unwieldy and time consuming. There is also a fair amount of...agencies. This review is to occur following internal installation review, but prior to review and approval by the Major Command (MACOM) or Headquarters...master planning regulations and guidelines is a lack of internal consistency. Through these revisions, the guidelines should be made entirely

  11. Proposed epidemiological case definition for serious skin infection in children.

    PubMed

    O'Sullivan, Cathryn E; Baker, Michael G

    2010-04-01

    Researching the rising incidence of serious skin infections in children is limited by the lack of a consistent and valid case definition. We aimed to develop and evaluate a good quality case definition, for use in future research and surveillance of these infections. We tested the validity of the existing case definition, and then of 11 proposed alternative definitions, by assessing their screening performance when applied to a population of paediatric skin infection cases identified by a chart review of 4 years of admissions to a New Zealand hospital. Previous studies have largely used definitions based on the International Classification of Diseases skin infection subchapter. This definition is highly specific (100%) but poorly sensitive (61%); it fails to capture skin infections of atypical anatomical sites, those secondary to primary skin disease and trauma, and those recorded as additional diagnoses. Including these groups produced a new case definition with 98.9% sensitivity and 98.8% specificity. Previous analyses of serious skin infection in children have underestimated the true burden of disease. Using this proposed broader case definition should allow future researchers to produce more valid and comparable estimates of the true burden of these important and increasing infections.

  12. The Five-Year Resume: A Career Planning Exercise

    ERIC Educational Resources Information Center

    Laker, Dennis R.; Laker, Ruth

    2007-01-01

    For most college students, lack of career planning wastes time and resources and may result in years of "career drift." Lack of planning can also lead to deception once students begin seeking career-related employment. Faced with a competitive job market, some students inflate and exaggerate their resumes. The five-year resume exercise helps…

  13. 34 CFR 1100.5 - What definitions apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... the adult literacy, family literacy, adult education, or related field. Relevant experience includes... or education or education related fields: basic and applied research, planning, surveys, assessments... 34 Education 4 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false What definitions apply? 1100.5 Section 1100.5 Education...

  14. 34 CFR 1100.5 - What definitions apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... the adult literacy, family literacy, adult education, or related field. Relevant experience includes... or education or education related fields: basic and applied research, planning, surveys, assessments... 34 Education 4 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false What definitions apply? 1100.5 Section 1100.5 Education...

  15. 34 CFR 1100.5 - What definitions apply?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... the adult literacy, family literacy, adult education, or related field. Relevant experience includes... or education or education related fields: basic and applied research, planning, surveys, assessments... 34 Education 4 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false What definitions apply? 1100.5 Section 1100.5 Education...

  16. 29 CFR 2510.3-101 - Definition of “plan assets”-plan investments.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... requirement does not prevent transfer of all of the then remaining shares or units held by an investor; (ii... instruments of established, creditworthy companies that are purchased privately by institutional investors. V... (ii) Equity participation in the entity by benefit plan investors is not significant. Therefore, any...

  17. 29 CFR 2510.3-101 - Definition of “plan assets”-plan investments.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2012 CFR

    2012-07-01

    ... requirement does not prevent transfer of all of the then remaining shares or units held by an investor; (ii... instruments of established, creditworthy companies that are purchased privately by institutional investors. V... (ii) Equity participation in the entity by benefit plan investors is not significant. Therefore, any...

  18. 29 CFR 2510.3-101 - Definition of “plan assets”-plan investments.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-07-01

    ... requirement does not prevent transfer of all of the then remaining shares or units held by an investor; (ii... instruments of established, creditworthy companies that are purchased privately by institutional investors. V... (ii) Equity participation in the entity by benefit plan investors is not significant. Therefore, any...

  19. Wildland planning glossary

    Treesearch

    Charles F. Schwarz; Edward C. Thor; Gary H. Elsner

    1976-01-01

    More than 1400 terms useful in wildland and related resource planning are defined. The purpose of the work is to facilitate communication between professionals, not to provide them with exhaustive vocabularies of each other's specialties. Definitions are drawn from many sources, including public laws and government manuals, but are not intended to establish...

  20. 7 CFR 52.38a - Definitions of terms applicable to statistical sampling.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 2 2011-01-01 2011-01-01 false Definitions of terms applicable to statistical... Sampling § 52.38a Definitions of terms applicable to statistical sampling. (a) Terms applicable to both on... acceptable as a process average. At the AQL's contained in the statistical sampling plans of this subpart...

  1. 7 CFR 52.38a - Definitions of terms applicable to statistical sampling.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 7 Agriculture 2 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Definitions of terms applicable to statistical... Sampling § 52.38a Definitions of terms applicable to statistical sampling. (a) Terms applicable to both on... acceptable as a process average. At the AQL's contained in the statistical sampling plans of this subpart...

  2. 31 CFR 360.13 - Employee plans-Conditions of eligibility.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ...—Conditions of eligibility. (a) Definition of plan. Employee thrift, savings, vacation, 401(k), and similar... any account at any time for that purpose is equal to the purchase price of a $50 bond or bonds in an... establish the plan's eligibility. (e) Vacation plans. Savings bonds may be purchased under certain vacation...

  3. 31 CFR 360.13 - Employee plans-Conditions of eligibility.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ...—Conditions of eligibility. (a) Definition of plan. Employee thrift, savings, vacation, 401(k), and similar... any account at any time for that purpose is equal to the purchase price of a $50 bond or bonds in an... establish the plan's eligibility. (e) Vacation plans. Savings bonds may be purchased under certain vacation...

  4. Dissociation in trauma: a new definition and comparison with previous formulations.

    PubMed

    Nijenhuis, Ellert R S; van der Hart, Onno

    2011-01-01

    Amid controversy regarding the psychobiological construct of dissociation, efforts to formulate a precise definition of dissociation are rare. Some understandings of dissociation are so broad that a host of common psychobiological phenomena would qualify as dissociative. Overly narrow conceptualizations of dissociation exclude phenomena that originally, and for good reasons, have been regarded as dissociative. A common lack of conceptual distinctions between dissociation as process, organization, deficit, psychological defense, and symptom adds to the current confusion. In previous publications, we criticized many of these perspectives and proposed a detailed psychobiological theory of dissociation in trauma. However, what has remained missing is a precise definition of dissociation in trauma. This article first presents such a definition and elucidates its various components. Next the new definition is compared with several other major definitions of the concept. The strengths of the new formulation are highlighted and discussed.

  5. Dynamic Target Definition: a novel approach for PTV definition in ion beam therapy.

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    Cabal, Gonzalo A; Jäkel, Oliver

    2013-05-01

    To present a beam arrangement specific approach for PTV definition in ion beam therapy. By means of a Monte Carlo error propagation analysis a criteria is formulated to assess whether a voxel is safely treated. Based on this a non-isotropical expansion rule is proposed aiming to minimize the impact of uncertainties on the dose delivered. The method is exemplified in two cases: a Head and Neck case and a Prostate case. In both cases the modality used is proton beam irradiation and the sources of uncertainties taken into account are positioning (set up) errors and range uncertainties. It is shown how different beam arrangements have an impact on plan robustness which leads to different target expansions necessary to assure a predefined level of plan robustness. The relevance of appropriate beam angle arrangements as a way to minimize uncertainties is demonstrated. A novel method for PTV definition in on beam therapy is presented. The method show promising results by improving the probability of correct dose CTV coverage while reducing the size of the PTV volume. In a clinical scenario this translates into an enhanced tumor control probability while reducing the volume of healthy tissue being irradiated. Copyright © 2013 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved.

  6. Apathy in aging: are lack of interest and lack of initiative dissociable?

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    Esposito, Fabienne; Rochat, Lucien; Juillerat Van der Linden, Anne-Claude; Lekeu, Françoise; Charnallet, Annik; Van der Linden, Martial

    2014-01-01

    Apathy is common in aging and generally defined on the basis of three dimensions: lack of initiative, lack of interest and emotional blunting. Curiously, no study until now has examined the associations and dissociations between these dimensions in elderly people (with or without dementia). These questions were addressed in two studies. In the first study, we explored the distribution of scores and the relationships between the three dimensions of apathy in 56 patients with dementia, focusing mainly on lack of initiative and lack of interest. Apathy was hetero-evaluated with the Apathy Inventory (AI), a scale widely used to assess the apathy dimensions in aging. In the second study, given the AI's limitations, we investigated in more detail the relationship between lack of initiative and interest in 115 elderly people using a new questionnaire specifically designed to assess these two dimensions. Results showed that lack of initiative was closely related to lack of interest (Study 1). Although we used a more specific questionnaire, these facets of apathy did not constitute two separable dimensions, but reflected a common main factor of apathy in aging (Study 2). Thus, the distinction between lack of initiative and lack of interest seems questionable. Only a multifactorial approach that includes the various psychological factors involved in apathy would enable one to gain a better understanding of the different manifestations of apathy and to highlight possible dissociations between them. Copyright © 2013 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved.

  7. 45 CFR 46.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

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    2010-10-01

    ... SERVICES GENERAL ADMINISTRATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS Basic HHS Policy for Protection of Human... departments or agencies with the knowledge that subjects may be involved within the period of support, but...

  8. 45 CFR 690.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

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    2010-10-01

    ... Public Welfare (Continued) NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 690.118... subjects' involvement will depend upon completion of instruments, prior animal studies, or purification of...

  9. 45 CFR 690.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

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    2012-10-01

    ... Public Welfare (Continued) NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 690.118... subjects' involvement will depend upon completion of instruments, prior animal studies, or purification of...

  10. 45 CFR 690.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-10-01

    ... Public Welfare (Continued) NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 690.118... subjects' involvement will depend upon completion of instruments, prior animal studies, or purification of...

  11. 45 CFR 690.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2013 CFR

    2013-10-01

    ... Public Welfare (Continued) NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 690.118... subjects' involvement will depend upon completion of instruments, prior animal studies, or purification of...

  12. 45 CFR 690.118 - Applications and proposals lacking definite plans for involvement of human subjects.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... Public Welfare (Continued) NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS § 690.118... subjects' involvement will depend upon completion of instruments, prior animal studies, or purification of...

  13. 40 CFR 62.6613 - Identification of plan-negative declaration.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Montana Fluoride Emissions from Existing Phosphate Fertilizer Plants § 62.6613 Identification of plan... 14, 2001, that there are no phosphate fertilizer plants in Montana that meet the definition of... fertilizer plants in Montana that meet the definition of affected facility under any of the subparts T, U, V...

  14. 40 CFR 62.6613 - Identification of plan-negative declaration.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ... Montana Fluoride Emissions from Existing Phosphate Fertilizer Plants § 62.6613 Identification of plan... 14, 2001, that there are no phosphate fertilizer plants in Montana that meet the definition of... fertilizer plants in Montana that meet the definition of affected facility under any of the subparts T, U, V...

  15. 40 CFR 262.102 - What special definitions are included in this subpart?

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... Laboratories XL Project-Laboratory Environmental Management Standard § 262.102 What special definitions are... Laboratory Waste means a laboratory waste, defined in the Environmental Management Plan as posing significant... Management Plan (EMP) means a written program developed and implemented by the university which sets forth...

  16. Binge Drinking in Young Adults: Data, Definitions and Determinants

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    Courtney, Kelly E.; Polich, John

    2009-01-01

    Binge drinking is an increasingly important topic in alcohol research, but the field lacks empirical cohesion and definitional precision. The present review summarizes findings and viewpoints from the scientific binge-drinking literature. Epidemiological studies quantify the seriousness of alcohol-related problems arising from binge drinking, with…

  17. 40 CFR 52.1970 - Identification of plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2014 CFR

    2014-07-01

    ... Emission Standards 226-0010 Definitions 7/1/2001 1/22/2003, 68 FR 2891 Highest and Best Practicable... Public Participation 10/14/1999 1/22/2003, 68 FR 2891 250-0070 Frequency of Conformity Determinations 10... Plan. 837-110-0060 Communication 2/7/1989 11/1/2001, 66 FR 55105 Statewide Visibility Plan. 837-110...

  18. 76 FR 9705 - Approval and Promulgation of Air Quality Implementation Plans; Maryland; Amendment to the...

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    2011-02-22

    ... Promulgation of Air Quality Implementation Plans; Maryland; Amendment to the Definition of Fuel-Burning... definition of ``fuel-burning equipment.'' The revision removes the word ``furnace'' from the definition of ``fuel-burning equipment'' in one of Maryland's regulations and also removes the redundant definition of...

  19. Getting Clearer About Surgical Innovation: A New Definition and a New Tool to Support Responsible Practice.

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    Hutchison, Katrina; Rogers, Wendy; Eyers, Anthony; Lotz, Mianna

    2015-12-01

    This article presents an original definition of surgical innovation and a practical tool for identifying planned innovations. These will support the responsible introduction of surgical innovations. Frameworks developed for the safer introduction of surgical innovations rely upon identifying cases of innovation; oversight cannot occur unless innovations are identified. However, there is no consensus among surgeons about which interventions they consider innovative; existing definitions are vague and impractical. Using conceptual analysis, this article synthesizes findings from relevant literature, and from qualitative research with surgeons, to develop an original definition of surgical innovation and a tool for prospectively identifying planned surgical innovations. The tool has been developed in light of feedback from health care professionals, surgeons, and policy makers. This definition of innovation distinguishes between variations, introduction of established interventions, and innovations in surgical techniques or use of devices. It can be applied easily and consistently, is sensitive to the key features of innovation (newness and degree of change), is prospective, and focuses on features relevant to safety and evaluation. The accompanying tool is deliberately broad so that appropriate supports may, if necessary, be provided each time that a surgeon does something "new." The definition presented in this article overcomes a number of practical challenges. The definition and tool will be of value in supporting responsible surgical innovation, in particular, through the prospective identification of planned innovations.

  20. An Abstract Plan Preparation Language

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    Butler, Ricky W.; Munoz, Cesar A.

    2006-01-01

    This paper presents a new planning language that is more abstract than most existing planning languages such as the Planning Domain Definition Language (PDDL) or the New Domain Description Language (NDDL). The goal of this language is to simplify the formal analysis and specification of planning problems that are intended for safety-critical applications such as power management or automated rendezvous in future manned spacecraft. The new language has been named the Abstract Plan Preparation Language (APPL). A translator from APPL to NDDL has been developed in support of the Spacecraft Autonomy for Vehicles and Habitats Project (SAVH) sponsored by the Explorations Technology Development Program, which is seeking to mature autonomy technology for application to the new Crew Exploration Vehicle (CEV) that will replace the Space Shuttle.

  1. The Relationship of Land Use and Transportation Planning to Air Quality Management.

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    Hagevik, George, Ed.

    Due to a lack of communication between urban, regional, and transportation planning agencies and air pollution control agencies, cooperative efforts in environmental planning have been nearly non-existent. This traditional lack of communication and understanding serves to obscure the fact that air pollution control agencies and planning agencies…

  2. Library Statistical Data Base Formats and Definitions.

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    Jones, Dennis; And Others

    Represented are the detailed set of data structures relevant to the categorization of information, terminology, and definitions employed in the design of the library statistical data base. The data base, or management information system, provides administrators with a framework of information and standardized data for library management, planning,…

  3. Definition and measurement of guilt: Implications for clinical research and practice

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    Tilghman-Osborne, Carlos; Cole, David A.; Felton, Julia W.

    2014-01-01

    Research on the relation of guilt to psychopathology is highly inconsistent. Some studies suggest that guilt contributes to psychopathology; others suggest that guilt serves a protective role. This review of 23 theory-based definitions of guilt and 25 measures of guilt suggests that a lack of conceptual clarity may be to blame. Measures of guilt do not correspond well to the definitions from which they derive. Many definitions and measures reflect the intrusion of extraneous constructs that could confound guilt research. Furthermore, definitions and measures of guilt change with developmental level. Nevertheless, two broad conceptualizations of guilt emerge. Central to both is a focus on one’s action or inactions involving real or imagined moral transgressions. Distinguishing the two conceptualizations is whether or not guilt is inherently adaptive construct, generating remorse, augmenting a sense of responsibility, and motivating reparation. Recommendations for the definition and measurement of guilt are discussed. PMID:20451312

  4. GPS adjacent-band compatibility assessment plan.

    DOT National Transportation Integrated Search

    2012-12-01

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Research and Innovative Technology : Administration (RITA), both operating Administrations of the DOT, developed this Plan to : provide the framework for definition of the processes and assumptions th...

  5. Planning with Shared Vision: A Project Study Examining the Planning Process of School Principals

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    King, Dennis J.

    2013-01-01

    The process of planning for school principals has become more difficult in recent years because of a shift from simple administrative duties to management duties. Evidence suggests that many school principals lack the resources, training, and guidance to meet and sustain federal planning standards. This problem is important to district…

  6. SEA screening of voluntary climate change plans: A story of non-compliant discretion

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    Kørnøv, Lone, E-mail: lonek@plan.aau.dk; Wejs, Anja

    hereby calls for greater awareness of the discretion and judgement involved in SEA screening. ► Practice seemingly reveals a lack of application of SEA within climate change planning and a lack of explicit screening. ► Absence of SEAs of voluntary plans such as CCPs, have legal consequences, as well as democratic and environmental consequences. ► The vague definition of ‘administrative provision’ seems to impose the lacking SEA.« less

  7. Site support program plan for ICF Kaiser Hanford Company

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    Dieterle, S.E.

    1996-09-27

    The Fiscal Year (FY) 1997 Inftastructure Program Site Support Program Plan (SSPP) addresses the mission objectives, workscope, work breakdown structures (WBS), management approach, and resource requirements for the Infrastructure Program. Attached to the plan are appendices that provide more detailed information associated with scope definition.

  8. 40 CFR 52.515 - Original identification of plan section.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-07-01

    ...) Amendments to Sections 8-2:702 (Definitions), 8-2:708 (Fuel Burning Particulate Emission) and 8-2:720..., submitted on December 6, 1983. (25) Plan revision, excluding the required vehicle emission inspection... Carbon Monoxide Attainment Plan consisting of an approvable vehicle emission inspection and maintenance...

  9. Electrician Cluster, STEP Training Plan. Skills Training and Education Program.

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    Alabama State Dept. of Postsecondary Education, Montgomery.

    This guide is a training plan for the electrical skills cluster of the Skills Training and Education Program (STEP), an open-entry, open-exit program funded by the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA). In the STEP training plan, each task has its own lesson plan guide. This manual contains the following information: definitions, instructions for…

  10. Clerical Cluster, STEP Training Plan. Skills Training and Education Program.

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    Alabama State Dept. of Postsecondary Education, Montgomery.

    This guide is a training plan for the clerical skills cluster of the Skills Training and Education Program (STEP), an open-entry, open-exit program funded by the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA). In the STEP training plan, each task has its own lesson plan guide. This manual contains the following information: definitions, instructions for…

  11. Vocational Planning: The Great Swindle

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    Baumgardner, Steve R.; And Others

    1977-01-01

    The first article argues that systematic career planning should be abandoned, and replaced by a "good theory of non-rationality." That is, counselors should consider what actually influences career decisions, instead of bemoaning their lack of logical planning. Several other authors respond to this idea in separate articles. (Author/BP)

  12. Definition and measurement of guilt: Implications for clinical research and practice.

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    Tilghman-Osborne, Carlos; Cole, David A; Felton, Julia W

    2010-07-01

    Research on the relation of guilt to psychopathology is highly inconsistent. Some studies suggest that guilt contributes to psychopathology; others suggest that guilt serves a protective role. This review of 23 theory-based definitions of guilt and 25 measures of guilt suggests that a lack of conceptual clarity may be to blame. Measures of guilt do not correspond well to the definitions from which they derive. Many definitions and measures reflect the intrusion of extraneous constructs that could confound guilt research. Furthermore, definitions and measures of guilt change with developmental level. Nevertheless, two broad conceptualizations of guilt emerge. Central to both is a focus on one's action or inactions involving real or imagined moral transgressions. Distinguishing the two conceptualizations is whether or not guilt is inherently adaptive construct, generating remorse, augmenting a sense of responsibility, and motivating reparation. Recommendations for the definition and measurement of guilt are discussed. 2010 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

  13. DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLANS, DEFINED BENEFIT PLANS, AND THE ACCUMULATION OF RETIREMENT WEALTH

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    Poterba, James; Rauh, Joshua; Venti, Steven; Wise, David

    2010-01-01

    The private pension structure in the United States, once dominated by defined benefit (DB) plans, is currently divided between defined contribution (DC) and DB plans. Wealth accumulation in DC plans depends on the participant's contribution behavior and on financial market returns, while accumulation in DB plans is sensitive to a participant's labor market experience and to plan parameters. This paper simulates the distribution of retirement wealth under representative DB and DC plans. It uses data from the Health and Retirement Study (HRS) to explore how asset returns, earnings histories, and retirement plan characteristics contribute to the variation in retirement wealth outcomes. We simulate DC plan accumulation by randomly assigning individuals a share of wages that they and their employer contribute to the plan. We consider several possible asset allocation strategies, with asset returns drawn from the historical return distribution. Our DB plan simulations draw earnings histories from the HRS, and randomly assign each individual a pension plan drawn from a sample of large private and public defined benefit plans. The simulations yield distributions of both DC and DB wealth at retirement. Average retirement wealth accruals under current DC plans exceed average accruals under private sector DB plans, although DC plans are also more likely to generate very low retirement wealth outcomes. The comparison of current DC plans with more generous public sector DB plans is less definitive, because public sector DB plans are more generous on average than their private sector counterparts. PMID:21057597

  14. An Extensible, User- Modifiable Framework for Planning Activities

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    Joshing, Joseph C.; Abramyan, Lucy; Mickelson, Megan C.; Wallick, Michael N.; Kurien, James A.; Crockett, Thomasa M.; Powell, Mark W.; Pyrzak, Guy; Aghevli, Arash

    2013-01-01

    This software provides a development framework that allows planning activities for the Mars Science Laboratory rover to be altered at any time, based on changes of the Activity Dictionary. The Activity Dictionary contains the definition of all activities that can be carried out by a particular asset (robotic or human). These definitions (and combinations of these definitions) are used by mission planners to give a daily plan of what a mission should do. During the development and course of the mission, the Activity Dictionary and actions that are going to be carried out will often be changed. Previously, such changes would require a change to the software and redeployment. Now, the Activity Dictionary authors are able to customize activity definitions, parameters, and resource usage without requiring redeployment. This software provides developers and end users the ability to modify the behavior of automatically generated activities using a script. This allows changes to the software behavior without incurring the burden of redeployment. This software is currently being used for the Mars Science Laboratory, and is in the process of being integrated into the LADEE (Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer) mission, as well as the International Space Station.

  15. Preservation: Issues and Planning.

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    Banks, Paul N., Ed.; Pilette, Roberta, Ed.

    A reference guide from leading experts in the field, this book covers the repair, maintenance, and preservation of library or archive collections, providing a definitive and authoritative analysis of how to plan for and ensure the long-term health of an institution's collection in this digital age. Chapters include: (1) "Defining the Library…

  16. Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Generation System Definition: Concept Definition and Capital Cost Estimate

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    Stoddard, Larry; Galluzzo, Geoff; Andrew, Daniel

    The Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Renewable Power (ORP) has been tasked to provide effective program management and strategic direction for all of the DOE’s Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy’s (EERE’s) renewable power programs. The ORP’s efforts to accomplish this mission are aligned with national energy policies, DOE strategic planning, EERE’s strategic planning, Congressional appropriation, and stakeholder advice. ORP is supported by three renewable energy offices, of which one is the Solar Energy Technology Office (SETO) whose SunShot Initiative has a mission to accelerate research, development and large scale deployment of solar technologies in the United States. SETO hasmore » a goal of reducing the cost of Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) by 75 percent of 2010 costs by 2020 to reach parity with base-load energy rates, and 30 percent further reductions by 2030. The SunShot Initiative is promoting the implementation of high temperature CSP with thermal energy storage allowing generation during high demand hours. The SunShot Initiative has funded significant research and development work on component testing, with attention to high temperature molten salts, heliostats, receiver designs, and high efficiency high temperature supercritical CO 2 (sCO2) cycles. DOE retained Black & Veatch to support SETO’s SunShot Initiative for CSP solar power tower technology in the following areas: 1. Concept definition, including costs and schedule, of a flexible test facility to be used to test and prove components in part to support financing. 2. Concept definition, including costs and schedule, of an integrated high temperature molten salt (MS) facility with thermal energy storage and with a supercritical CO 2 cycle generating approximately 10MWe. 3. Concept definition, including costs and schedule, of an integrated high temperature falling particle facility with thermal energy storage and with a supercritical CO 2 cycle generating approximately

  17. Computer-based route-definition system for peripheral bronchoscopy.

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    Graham, Michael W; Gibbs, Jason D; Higgins, William E

    2012-04-01

    Multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) scanners produce high-resolution images of the chest. Given a patient's MDCT scan, a physician can use an image-guided intervention system to first plan and later perform bronchoscopy to diagnostic sites situated deep in the lung periphery. An accurate definition of complete routes through the airway tree leading to the diagnostic sites, however, is vital for avoiding navigation errors during image-guided bronchoscopy. We present a system for the robust definition of complete airway routes suitable for image-guided bronchoscopy. The system incorporates both automatic and semiautomatic MDCT analysis methods for this purpose. Using an intuitive graphical user interface, the user invokes automatic analysis on a patient's MDCT scan to produce a series of preliminary routes. Next, the user visually inspects each route and quickly corrects the observed route defects using the built-in semiautomatic methods. Application of the system to a human study for the planning and guidance of peripheral bronchoscopy demonstrates the efficacy of the system.

  18. Health Workforce Planning

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    Al-Sawai, Abdulaziz; Al-Shishtawy, Moeness M.

    2015-01-01

    In most countries, the lack of explicit health workforce planning has resulted in imbalances that threaten the capacity of healthcare systems to attain their objectives. This has directed attention towards the prospect of developing healthcare systems that are more responsive to the needs and expectations of the population by providing health planners with a systematic method to effectively manage human resources in this sector. This review analyses various approaches to health workforce planning and presents the Six-Step Methodology to Integrated Workforce Planning which highlights essential elements in workforce planning to ensure the quality of services. The purpose, scope and ownership of the approach is defined. Furthermore, developing an action plan for managing a health workforce is emphasised and a reviewing and monitoring process to guide corrective actions is suggested. PMID:25685381

  19. Financial Planning for Retirement: An Imperative for Baby Boomer Women.

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    Glass, J. Conrad, Jr.; Kilpatrick, Beverly B.

    1998-01-01

    Many women fail to plan for retirement due to economic constraints, interrupted career paths, lower earnings, gender bias, gender-role socialization, self-esteem, role definition, locus of control, or risk tolerance. Retirement education must address women's specific issues regarding financial planning. (SK)

  20. The Road to Prison is Paved with Bad Evaluations: The Case for Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.

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    Poucher, Stephanie M

    In 1997, Congress amended the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ("IDEA") to include provisions meant to assist school districts in educating students with behavioral needs. These amendments required schools to use functional behavioral assessments ("FBA") and behavior intervention plans ("BIP") under certain circumstances. Congress did not, however, include a definition of or substantive requirements for either system of behavior management. As a result, although BIPs and FBAs are now federally mandated requirements, and it is clear that disregarding behavioral issues is a denial of a free appropriate public education ("FAPE"), the IDEA’s adjudicative standard, there is no clear consensus as to whether a student with behavioral needs must have an FBA or a BIP or what either must include. The IDEA’s lack of guidance has resulted in inconsistent and often contradictory court rulings, and the lack of specific definitions and procedures has allowed schools to develop purportedly legal but substantively deficient behavior evaluations and intervention plans for special needs students. Despite this confusion, some courts have properly looked to the administrative record for guidance on the substantive elements of FBAs and BIPs. Deference to hearing officers, along with other provisions within the IDEA, such as Child Find and inclusion obligations, may assist courts in determining whether a school’s failure to use an FBA and a BIP for a student with behavioral needs falls short of Board of Education v. Rowley’s requirements for FAPE. FBAs and BIPs aim to prevent and correct student misconduct before it escalates and results in drastic disciplinary action. Given the impact punitive school discipline policies have had on students with special needs, the added procedural safeguards these proactive behavior management schemes could provide are imperative to dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline.

  1. 31 CFR 342.1 - Definition of words and terms used in this part.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... 31 Money and Finance: Treasury 2 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Definition of words and terms used in this part. 342.1 Section 342.1 Money and Finance: Treasury Regulations Relating to Money and Finance... SAVINGS NOTES § 342.1 Definition of words and terms used in this part. (a) Payroll savings plan refers to...

  2. Natural Environments Definition for Design

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    Justh, H. L.; Altino, K. M.; Decker, R. K.; Koehler, H. M.; Leahy, F. B.; Minow, J. I.; Roberts, B. C.; Suggs, R. M.; Suggs, R. J.; White, P. W.; hide

    2016-01-01

    Planning for future National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) missions will encompass a variety of operational and engineering activities that involve a multitude of issues, constraints, and influences derived from the natural environment. This Technical Memorandum (TM) presents a definition of the natural environment, i.e., a description in engineering handbook format of models and data specifically selected to support the architecture development, engineering design, and technology development for NASA's Exploration Systems Development (ESD) initiatives.

  3. 29 CFR 2510.3-3 - Employee benefit plan.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-07-01

    ... section clarifies the definition in section 3(3) of the term “employee benefit plan” for purposes of title... receive any benefit under the plan even if the contingency for which such benefit is provided should occur... 29 Labor 9 2010-07-01 2010-07-01 false Employee benefit plan. 2510.3-3 Section 2510.3-3 Labor...

  4. 42 CFR 422.54 - Continuation of enrollment for MA local plans.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2010-10-01 2010-10-01 false Continuation of enrollment for MA local plans. 422... Enrollment § 422.54 Continuation of enrollment for MA local plans. (a) Definition. Continuation area means an additional area (outside the service area) within which the MA organization offering a local plan furnishes...

  5. 42 CFR 422.54 - Continuation of enrollment for MA local plans.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2011 CFR

    2011-10-01

    ... 42 Public Health 3 2011-10-01 2011-10-01 false Continuation of enrollment for MA local plans. 422... Enrollment § 422.54 Continuation of enrollment for MA local plans. (a) Definition. Continuation area means an additional area (outside the service area) within which the MA organization offering a local plan furnishes...

  6. Formulation of consumables management models: Mission planning processor payload interface definition

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    Torian, J. G.

    1977-01-01

    Consumables models required for the mission planning and scheduling function are formulated. The relation of the models to prelaunch, onboard, ground support, and postmission functions for the space transportation systems is established. Analytical models consisting of an orbiter planning processor with consumables data base is developed. A method of recognizing potential constraint violations in both the planning and flight operations functions, and a flight data file storage/retrieval of information over an extended period which interfaces with a flight operations processor for monitoring of the actual flights is presented.

  7. Life sciences payload definition and integration study. Volume 2: Requirements, design, and planning studies for the carry-on laboratories. [for Spacelab

    NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS)

    1974-01-01

    The task phase concerned with the requirements, design, and planning studies for the carry-on laboratory (COL) began with a definition of biomedical research areas and candidate research equipment, and then went on to develop conceptual layouts for COL which were each evaluated in order to arrive at a final conceptual design. Each step in this design/evaluation process concerned itself with man/systems integration research and hardware, and life support and protective systems research and equipment selection. COL integration studies were also conducted and include attention to electrical power and data management requirements, operational considerations, and shuttle/Spacelab interface specifications. A COL program schedule was compiled, and a cost analysis was finalized which takes into account work breakdown, annual funding, and cost reduction guidelines.

  8. Zero-gravity cloud physics laboratory: Candidate experiments definition and preliminary concept studies

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    Eaton, L. R.; Greco, R. V.; Hollinden, A. B.

    1973-01-01

    The candidate definition studies on the zero-g cloud physics laboratory are covered. This laboratory will be an independent self-contained shuttle sortie payload. Several critical technology areas have been identified and studied to assure proper consideration in terms of engineering requirements for the final design. Areas include chambers, gas and particle generators, environmental controls, motion controls, change controls, observational techniques, and composition controls. This unique laboratory will allow studies to be performed without mechanical, aerodynamics, electrical, or other type techniques to support the object under study. This report also covers the candidate experiment definitions, chambers and experiment classes, laboratory concepts and plans, special supporting studies, early flight opportunities and payload planning data for overall shuttle payload requirements assessments.

  9. Healthcare Planning for the Olympics in London: A Qualitative Evaluation

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    Black, Georgia; Kononovas, Kostas; Taylor, Jayne; Raine, Rosalind

    2014-01-01

    Background Mass gatherings, such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games, represent an enormous logistical challenge for the host city. Health service planners must deliver routine and emergency services and, in recent Games, health legacy initiatives, for the local and visiting population. However there is little evidence to support their planning decisions. We therefore evaluated the strategic health planning programme for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games to identify generalisable information for future Games. Methods We thematically analysed data from stakeholder interviews and documents. The data were prospectively collected in three phases, before, during and after the Games. Findings We identified five key themes: (1) Systemic Improvement for example in communications, (2) Effective relationships led to efficiencies and permanent gains, such as new relationships with the private sector (3) Difficult relationships led to inefficiencies, for instance, duplication in testing and exercising emergency scenarios, (4) Tendency to over-estimate demand for care, particularly emergency medicine, and (5) Difficulties establishing a health legacy due to its deprioritisation and lack of vision by the programme team. Interpretation Enduring improvements which are sustained after the Games are possible, such as the establishment of new and productive partnerships. Relationships must be established early on to avoid duplication, delay and unnecessary expense. There should be greater critical evaluation of the likely demand for health services to reduce the wasting of resources. Finally, if a health legacy is planned, then clear definitions and commitment to its measurement is essential. PMID:24647613

  10. Healthcare planning for the Olympics in London: a qualitative evaluation.

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    Black, Georgia; Kononovas, Kostas; Taylor, Jayne; Raine, Rosalind

    2014-01-01

    Mass gatherings, such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games, represent an enormous logistical challenge for the host city. Health service planners must deliver routine and emergency services and, in recent Games, health legacy initiatives, for the local and visiting population. However there is little evidence to support their planning decisions. We therefore evaluated the strategic health planning programme for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games to identify generalisable information for future Games. We thematically analysed data from stakeholder interviews and documents. The data were prospectively collected in three phases, before, during and after the Games. We identified five key themes: (1) Systemic Improvement for example in communications, (2) Effective relationships led to efficiencies and permanent gains, such as new relationships with the private sector (3) Difficult relationships led to inefficiencies, for instance, duplication in testing and exercising emergency scenarios, (4) Tendency to over-estimate demand for care, particularly emergency medicine, and (5) Difficulties establishing a health legacy due to its deprioritisation and lack of vision by the programme team. Enduring improvements which are sustained after the Games are possible, such as the establishment of new and productive partnerships. Relationships must be established early on to avoid duplication, delay and unnecessary expense. There should be greater critical evaluation of the likely demand for health services to reduce the wasting of resources. Finally, if a health legacy is planned, then clear definitions and commitment to its measurement is essential.

  11. Alteration of Occlusal Plane in Orthognathic Surgery: Clinical Features to Help Treatment Planning on Class III Patients

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    Costa, Tony Eduardo; Barbosa, Saulo de Matos; Pereira, Rodrigo Alvitos; Chaves Netto, Henrique Duque de Miranda

    2018-01-01

    Dentofacial deformities (DFD) presenting mainly as Class III malocclusions that require orthognathic surgery as a part of definitive treatment. Class III patients can have obvious signs such as increasing the chin projection and chin throat length, nasolabial folds, reverse overjet, and lack of upper lip support. However, Class III patients can present different facial patterns depending on the angulation of occlusal plane (OP), and only bite correction does not always lead to the improvement of the facial esthetic. We described two Class III patients with different clinical features and inclination of OP and had undergone different treatment planning based on 6 clinical features: (I) facial type; (II) upper incisor display at rest; (III) dental and gingival display on smile; (IV) soft tissue support; (V) chin projection; and (VI) lower lip projection. These patients were submitted to orthognathic surgery with different treatment plannings: a clockwise rotation and counterclockwise rotation of OP according to their facial features. The clinical features and OP inclination helped to define treatment planning by clockwise and counterclockwise rotations of the maxillomandibular complex, and two patients undergone to bimaxillary orthognathic surgery showed harmonic outcomes and stables after 2 years of follow-up. PMID:29854480

  12. Image and Prestige Planning

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    Ager, Dennis

    2005-01-01

    The aim of this paper is to clarify some notions about image and prestige planning. Starting from the Welsh example of language policy aiming to revitalise a language in danger of further decreasing in number of speakers and in centrality to Welsh life, definitions of four related terms are explored: image, status, prestige and identity. Paired…

  13. Space Station Mission Planning Study (MPS) development study. Volume 3: Software development plan

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    Klus, W. L.

    1987-01-01

    A software development plan is presented for the definition, design, and implementation of the Space Station (SS) Payload Mission Planning System (MPS). This plan is an evolving document and must be updated periodically as the SS design and operations concepts as well as the SS MPS concept evolve. The major segments of this plan are as follows: an overview of the SS MPS and a description of its required capabilities including the computer programs identified as configurable items with an explanation of the place and function of each within the system; an overview of the project plan and a detailed description of each development project activity breaking each into lower level tasks where applicable; identification of the resources required and recommendations for the manner in which they should be utilized including recommended schedules and estimated manpower requirements; and a description of the practices, standards, and techniques recommended for the SS MPS Software (SW) development.

  14. 34 CFR 76.102 - Definition of “State plan” for part 76.

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    2013-07-01

    ... and application State-Administered Adult Education Program Section 341, Adult Education Act (20 U.S.C... Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1111b) OPE Basic State plan, long-range program, and annual program The... 34 Education 1 2013-07-01 2013-07-01 false Definition of âState planâ for part 76. 76.102 Section...

  15. 34 CFR 76.102 - Definition of “State plan” for part 76.

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    2012-07-01

    ... and application State-Administered Adult Education Program Section 341, Adult Education Act (20 U.S.C... Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1111b) OPE Basic State plan, long-range program, and annual program The... 34 Education 1 2012-07-01 2012-07-01 false Definition of âState planâ for part 76. 76.102 Section...

  16. 34 CFR 76.102 - Definition of “State plan” for part 76.

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    2014-07-01

    ... and application State-Administered Adult Education Program Section 341, Adult Education Act (20 U.S.C... Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1111b) OPE Basic State plan, long-range program, and annual program The... 34 Education 1 2014-07-01 2014-07-01 false Definition of âState planâ for part 76. 76.102 Section...

  17. Future career plans of a cohort of senior doctors working in the National Health Service.

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    Taylor, Kathryn; Lambert, Trevor; Goldacre, Michael

    2008-04-01

    To report on the future career plans of senior doctors working in the NHS. Postal questionnaires. All doctors who qualified in 1977 from all UK medical schools. Future plans and whether participants had any unmet needs for advice on how to put their future plans into effect. 25% definitely intended to continue with their current employment on the same basis until they retired; 75% hoped for change. A reduction in working hours was the most commonly desired change; but a substantial percentage also wanted changes in job content. 50% of respondents intended definitely (17%) or probably (33%) to work in the NHS to their normal retirement age; and 37% definitely (20%) or probably (17%) intended to retire early. 48% had made plans, in addition to the standard pension, to facilitate early retirement. The main factors given for considering early retirement were family reasons and wanting more time for leisure, a desire to maintain good health, excessive pressure of work, and disillusionment with NHS changes. A reduction in workload would be the greatest inducement to stay. 31% of respondents reported that they had unmet needs for advice about their future plans. Of these, about half were needs for advice about planning for retirement. Many senior NHS doctors would like to reduce their working hours. Less than a quarter definitely intend to work in the NHS to normal retirement age. Even for senior doctors, advice on career development is needed.

  18. The 2020 statewide transportation plan : investing in Colorado's future

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    2000-11-01

    The 2015 plan was Colorado's first long-range, statewide, multi-modal transportation plan. Its strongest asset was the consensus among local, regional, and state participants about the long-term needs expressed in the plan. The lack of a comprehensiv...

  19. 12 CFR 619.9230 - Open-end mortgage loan plans.

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    2012-01-01

    ... 12 Banks and Banking 7 2012-01-01 2012-01-01 false Open-end mortgage loan plans. 619.9230 Section 619.9230 Banks and Banking FARM CREDIT ADMINISTRATION FARM CREDIT SYSTEM DEFINITIONS § 619.9230 Open-end mortgage loan plans. A mortgage loan which permits the borrower to obtain additional sums during...

  20. 12 CFR 619.9230 - Open-end mortgage loan plans.

    Code of Federal Regulations, 2010 CFR

    2010-01-01

    ... 12 Banks and Banking 6 2010-01-01 2010-01-01 false Open-end mortgage loan plans. 619.9230 Section 619.9230 Banks and Banking FARM CREDIT ADMINISTRATION FARM CREDIT SYSTEM DEFINITIONS § 619.9230 Open-end mortgage loan plans. A mortgage loan which permits the borrower to obtain additional sums during...