scholarly journals Multiparty electoral competition in the Netherlands and Germany: A model based on multinomial probit

Author(s):  
Normal Schofield ◽  
Andrew D. Martin ◽  
Kevin M. Quinn ◽  
Andrew B. Whitford
PLoS ONE ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. e0193338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robbin H. Ophuis ◽  
Joran Lokkerbol ◽  
Mickaël Hiligsmann ◽  
Silvia M. A. A. Evers

Epidemics ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 66-79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniela Bezemer ◽  
Frank de Wolf ◽  
Maarten C. Boerlijst ◽  
Ard van Sighem ◽  
T. Deirdre Hollingsworth ◽  
...  

Epidemics ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 170
Author(s):  
Daniela Bezemer ◽  
Frank de Wolf ◽  
Maarten C. Boerlijst ◽  
Ard van Sighem ◽  
T. Deirdre Hollingsworth ◽  
...  

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adolfo Ibañez-Justicia ◽  
Juan Diego Alcaraz-Hernández ◽  
Ron van Lammeren ◽  
Constantianus J.M. Koenraadt ◽  
Aldo Bergsma ◽  
...  

Abstract Background In the Netherlands, Aedes albopictus has been found each year since 2010 during routine exotic mosquito species surveillance at companies that import used tires. We developed habitat suitability models to investigate the potential risk of establishment and spread of this invasive species at these locations. Methods We used two methodologies: first, a species distribution model based on the maximum entropy modelling approach (MaxEnt) taking into consideration updated occurrence data of the species in Europe, and second, a spatial logic conditional model based on the temperature requirements of the species and using land surface temperature data (LST model). Results Suitability assessment obtained with the MaxEnt model at European level accurately reflect the current distribution of the species and these results also depict moderately low values in parts of the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, the British islands and southern parts of Scandinavia. Winter temperature was the variable that contributed most to the performance of the model (47.3%). The results of the LST model show that 1) coastal areas are suitable for overwintering of eggs, 2) large areas in the northern part of the country have a low suitability for adult survival, and 3) the entire country is suitable for successful completion of the life cycle if the species is introduced after the winter months. Results of the LST model reveal that temperatures in 2012 and 2014 did not limit the overwintering of eggs or survival of adults at the locations where the species was found. By contrast, for the years 2010, 2011 and 2013, overwintering of eggs at these locations is considered unlikely. Conclusions Results using two modelling methodologies show differences in predicted habitat suitability values. Based on the results of both models, the climatic conditions could hamper the successful overwintering of eggs of Ae. albopictus and their survival as adults in many areas of the country. However, during warm years with mild winters, many areas of the Netherlands offer climatic conditions suitable for developing populations. Regular updates of the models, using updated occurrence and climatic data, are recommended to study the areas at risk.


2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mirza Lalani ◽  
Jane Fernandes ◽  
Richard Fradgley ◽  
Caroline Ogunsola ◽  
Martin Marshall

Abstract Background Buurtzorg, a model of community nursing conceived in the Netherlands, is widely cited as a promising and evidence-based approach to improving the delivery of integrated nursing and social care in community settings. The model is characterised by high levels of patient and staff satisfaction, professional autonomy exercised through self-managing nursing teams, client empowerment and holistic, patient centred care. This study aimed to examine the extent to which some of the principles of the Buurtzorg model could be adapted for community nursing in the United Kingdom. Methods A community nursing model based on the Buurtzorg approach was piloted from June 2017–August 2018 with a team of nurses co-located in a single general practice in the Borough of Tower Hamlets, East London, UK. The initiative was evaluated using a participatory methodology known as the Researcher-in-Residence model. Qualitative data were collected using participant observation of meetings and semi-structured interviews with nurse team members, senior managers, patients/carers and other local stakeholders such as General Practitioners (GP) and social workers. A thematic framework analysis of the data was carried out. Results Implementation of a community nursing model based on the Buurtzorg approach in East London had mixed success when assessed against its key principles. Patient experience of the service was positive because of the better access, improved continuity of care and longer appointment times in comparison with traditional community nursing provision. The model also provided important learning for developing service integration in community care, in particular, how to form effective collaborations across the care system with other health and social care professionals. However, some of the core features of the Buurtzorg model were difficult to put into practice in the National Health Service (NHS) because of significant cultural and regulatory differences between The Netherlands and the UK, especially the nurses’ ability to exercise professional autonomy. Conclusions Whilst many of the principles of the Buurtzorg model are applicable and transferable to the UK, in particular promoting independence among patients, improving patient experience and empowering frontline staff, the successful embedding of these aims as normalised ways of working will require a significant cultural shift at all levels of the NHS.


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