scholarly journals The contribution of the Italian residents in neurology to the COVID-19 crisis: admirable generosity but neurological training remains their priority

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Tassorelli ◽  
Vincenzo Silani ◽  
Alessandro Padovani ◽  
Paolo Barone ◽  
Paolo Calabresi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Training ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Healthcare Management ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Italian Regions ◽  
Training And Research

Abstract Background The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has severely impacted the Italian healthcare system, underscoring a dramatic shortage of specialized doctors in many disciplines. The situation affected the activity of the residents in neurology, who were also offered the possibility of being formally hired before their training completion. Aims (1) To showcase examples of clinical and research activity of residents in neurology during the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy and (2) to illustrate the point of view of Italian residents in neurology about the possibility of being hired before the completion of their residency program. Results Real-life reports from several areas in Lombardia—one of the Italian regions more affected by COVID-19—show that residents in neurology gave an outstanding demonstration of generosity, collaboration, reliability, and adaptation to the changing environment, while continuing their clinical training and research activities. A very small minority of the residents participated in the dedicated selections for being hired before completion of their training program. The large majority of them prioritized their training over the option of earlier employment. Conclusions Italian residents in neurology generously contributed to the healthcare management of the COVID-19 pandemic in many ways, while remaining determined to pursue their training. Neurology is a rapidly evolving clinical field due to continuous diagnostic and therapeutic progress. Stakeholders need to listen to the strong message conveyed by our residents in neurology and endeavor to provide them with the most adequate training, to ensure high quality of care and excellence in research in the future.

John Gower, Mentor for Royalty: Richard II

PMLA ◽  
1954 ◽  
Vol 69 (4-Part1) ◽  
pp. 953-964
Author(s):  
George R. Coffman
Keyword(s):  
Middle Class ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
John Gower ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Richard Ii ◽  
Unresolved Problem ◽  
Edward Iii ◽  
Standard Edition

This paragraph introduces a paper which illustrates a larger project: a study of aspects of Gower's works in fourteenth-century historical relationships. The objective is an interpretation of his writings as mirroring the attitude and point of view of a conservative middle-class Englishman for the years 1381-1400 and through them an interpretation of the England of his day. Though these writings show the long heritage of an economic, political, ethical, and religious past, our interest always centers in his immediate present. Non-literary contemporary records consequently provide the first essential materials for this interpretation. Macaulay's standard edition of his works, published half a century ago, based on all manuscripts then available, constitutes the printed source for this study. The high quality of Gower's preserved manuscripts, which give his own revisions, and the fact that these revisions show important changes in his attitudes toward individuals and organizations or institutions, make a re-examination of all of them now available an essential part of this interpretation and raise again the unresolved problem of his ethical integrity. Gardiner Stillwell's able article, “John Gower and the Last Years of Edward III,” provides a suggestive introduction for the interested student. The title of the present article is John Gower, Mentor for Royalty: Richard II.

On the Maturity of Software Maintenance and Other IT Services

2011 ◽  
pp. 51-74
Author(s):  
Frank Niessink
Keyword(s):  
Service Quality ◽  
Software Development ◽  
Software Maintenance ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Technical Quality ◽  
It Services ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Functional Quality

In this chapter, we examine the differences between software maintenance and software development from a service point of view, and the consequences thereof for the maturity of software maintenance organizations. We argue that software maintenance can be seen as providing a service, whereas software development is primarily concerned with the development of products. Differences between products and services affect the way in which customers assess their respective quality. In particular, service quality is assessed in two dimensions: the technical quality — what the result of the service is — and the functional quality — how the service is delivered. Consequently, customers will judge the quality of software maintenance differently from that of software development. This in turn means that to deliver high quality results in software maintenance, both the functional quality and the technical quality dimension are important.

Nondestructive Quality Evaluation From a Horticulturist's Point of View

1978 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. E. BALLINGER ◽  
W. F. McCLURE ◽  
E. P. MANESS ◽  
W. B. NESBITT ◽  
D. E. CARROLL ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Evaluation ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Quality Characteristics ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Nondestructive Techniques ◽  
Nondestructive Quality

Application of nondestructive sorting of fruits can be direct or indirect. Direct applications involve mainly objective means of establishing grades and quality of fruits and vegetables, as well as use of light-sorting and other nondestructive means for determining when a crop should be harvested or whether it should be marketed fresh or processed immediately. Indirect applications might be termed “research” usage of nondestructive sorting. Plant breeders would find nondestructive techniques useful for rapidly evaluating quality characteristics during the development of high quality cultivars. Physiologists could utilize it to rapidly determine the effects of treatments upon the quality of the commodity. Examples of development of techniques of light-sorting of blueberries and grapes for ripeness are discussed.

Quality Control and Testing of CIPP Liners

2014 ◽  
Vol 1044-1045 ◽  
pp. 1549-1552 ◽  
Author(s):  
Otakar Cigler ◽  
Karel Kubečka ◽  
Petr Waldstein
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Western Europe ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Environmentally Friendly ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Very High

The construction and rehabilitation of buildings and structures are intervention in the environment of people. Therefore, we are always looking for new technologies that are not only environmentally friendly but also acceptable from the point of view. Speed, flexibility, minimum limit for residents and transport, and also a high efficiency is the reason why more and more in recent years carried out the rehabilitation of sewerage using remediation sleeves. One of the systems of trenchless rehabilitation of sewerage systems used in Western Europe is a system company RELINEEUROPE Alphaliner Liner GmBH & co., the company's Technicians have developed one of the most important practices in the area of trenchless rehabilitation of sewerage systems. A large proportion of the development also has operators and owners of the pipeline. Technology offers very high quality of carried out restorations. This article describes the procedures for ensuring the quality of the used in Germany, which is a world leader in the development, production and use of this technology.

Developing the researching professional

2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-170
Author(s):  
Vanja Orlans
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Training ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Quality Assurance Agency ◽  
Doctoral Level ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Training And Research ◽  
Doctoral Work ◽  
The Uk ◽  
The University ◽  
Counselling Psychology

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present an overview and analysis of a professional doctorate that was designed specifically for the training of psychologists in the fields of counselling psychology and psychotherapy, namely, the Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy by Professional Studies (DCPsych). Design/methodology/approach – This programme has needed to combine the demands of different professional bodies for the development of a range of clinical competencies with the doctoral level demands of the university and of the UK Quality Assurance Agency in terms of adherence to a required set of doctoral level descriptors. Findings – The paper presents a critical review of a number of key areas that have needed to be addressed in both the design and delivery of this programme. It addresses in some detail the interface between clinical training and research activities, demonstrating how these can intertwine and mutually complement each other. Specific issues that are addressed in the paper include the articulation of relevant doctoral level descriptors, the teasing out of key areas that define doctoral level work and the complexities of putting some of these into practice within the DCPsych programme. Originality/value – In particular, the paper reflects on the issue of critical capability at doctoral level, the challenge of making a significant contribution to the practice field and the implications for candidates of journeying towards a position of authority as they develop their doctoral work. The paper concludes with the suggestion that what has been developed is an extremely interesting and innovative programme that is not for the faint hearted.

Validation of Shiphandling Simulation Models

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tor E. Berg ◽  
Edvard Ringen
Keyword(s):  
Simulation Model ◽  
Numerical Models ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Simulation Models ◽  
Test Scheme ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Simulation Tools ◽  
Benchmark Study ◽  
Actual Application

This paper describes the need for improved methods for validating numerical models used in shiphandling simulators. Such models vary in complexity, from rather simplistic models used for initial shiphandling training at maritime training centers to high-quality models used in the study of advanced marine operations. High-quality simulation models are also used in investigations of maritime accidents such as collisions and groundings. The SIMMAN 2008 conference presented the results of benchmarking studies of simulation tools currently used by research institutes, universities and training centers around the world. Many of these tools employ models based on numerical calculations using methods based on potential or viscous fluid flow, experiments using scale ship models (free running or captive) or semi empirical expressions based on regression analysis of previous model tests. The organizers of SIMMAN 2008 made the hull characteristics of certain ship types available for a comparative study of simulation maneuvering models. The outcome of the benchmark study (using IMO standard maneuvers as case study maneuvers) showed that simulated results varied significantly. In the opinion of the authors, there is an urgent need for new validation studies. The first part of this paper discusses the concepts of simulation model fidelity, verification and validation and the present guidelines issued by ITTC for validation of maneuvering simulation models. The second part looks at the outcomes of the SIMMAN 2008 conference and describes MARINTEK’s contribution to the benchmark study. The use of real-world measurements in model validation is briefly discussed. The need for registration of actual test conditions, as well as the types of tests that should be included in a test scheme, are presented. Finally, the authors discuss validation requirements with respect to the actual application of the selected simulation model as an engineering tool that can be transferred to training simulators used by maritime training centers. It is assumed that simplified simulation models may reduce the quality of simulator based training for ship officers. It is believed that increased quality of simulator model will improve the transfer of training from simulators to real life operations and remove some of the uncertainties related to investigation of maritime accidents.

scholarly journals Kaizen as a Method of Management Improvement in Small Production Companies

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-170 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barbara Kamińska
Keyword(s):  
Quality Management ◽  
Small Firms ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Inexpensive Method ◽  
High Quality ◽  
High Position ◽  
Small Production ◽  
Quality Of Products ◽  
Management Improvement

Abstract„Quality is not everything but everything is nothing without quality”. The famous quotation from K. Ishikawa brings to our attention the fact that nowadays quality is one of strategic concepts from the point of view of functioning of companies, especially production-oriented ones. The lack of quality often eliminates a product from the basket of potential further choices. That means that quality is a prerequisite in the contemporary, highly competitive and saturated market. In order to ensure quality, enterprises introduce various concepts and methods to support quality management. They include, among others, the kaizen philosophy, which allows to minimize unnecessary actions (losses). It is especially recommended to small firms as an inexpensive method assuring high quality of products because they are constantly improved, which, in turn, guarantees maintaining a high position among competitors. This article aims to introduce the concept of kaizen by describing how it works and considering whether it can be successful in Polish companies.

scholarly journals INFORMATIVE MODELS OF CULTURAL HERITAGE. THE “UNFINISHED” CHURCH OF BRENDOLA.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emanuela Sorbo ◽  
Gianluca Spironelli
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Historical Context ◽  
Open Data ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Data Repository ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Landscape Heritage

The paper is an initial form of dissemination of the research activities carried out by the IUAV University of Venice working group which, on behalf of the Municipal administration of Brendola, seeks to delineate the application of a methodology for the study and analysis of the architectural and landscape heritage of significant cultural interest that is in a state of abandonment. The case study application is the church of San Michele Arcangelo in Brendola (Vicenza), known as the “Incompiuta” (“Unfinished”). The case study proposed is an interesting exemplar of ecclesiastical architecture, designed by engineer-architect Fausto Franco, in which its characteristics of being unfinished and in a state of ruin contribute to redefining the image of a work that fits in a historical context of architectural and technical experimentation, where the reference to historical architecture is mediated by contemporary forms and by the use of modern building materials, among which, the use of reinforced bricks is noteworthy. The research activity, which is taking place in the context of the COVID-19 health emergency, aims at putting a series of strategies and operational practices based on the digitisation of data to the test, so as to allow increased interoperability and sharing through the building of an online open data repository addressed to the actors involved in the conservation process and to the community. In the processes of conservation and valorisation, in-depth knowledge and documentation of the materials and construction techniques involves multidisciplinary areas; effectively organising them in a system that regulates their collection, cataloguing, processing and archiving according to shared procedures, therefore becomes a fundamental prerequisite for the development of operational planning of the valorisation strategies. All the instruments that make it possible to collect data and reach a true knowledge of the object therefore become indispensable. From this point of view, the push towards the digitisation of the data that emerged during the pandemic phase plays a fundamental role in the range of application possibilities, from the survey to the mechanisms for the conservation and management of the cultural heritage.

scholarly journals Answering the Min-Cost Quality-Aware Query on Multi-Sources in Sensor-Cloud Systems

Sensors ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 4486 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohan Li ◽  
Yanbin Sun ◽  
Yu Jiang ◽  
Zhihong Tian
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Quality Data ◽  
Parameter Setting ◽  
Multiple Sources ◽  
High Quality ◽  
High Quality Data ◽  
Real Life Data ◽  
Sensor Cloud

In sensor-based systems, the data of an object is often provided by multiple sources. Since the data quality of these sources might be different, when querying the observations, it is necessary to carefully select the sources to make sure that high quality data is accessed. A solution is to perform a quality evaluation in the cloud and select a set of high-quality, low-cost data sources (i.e., sensors or small sensor networks) that can answer queries. This paper studies the problem of min-cost quality-aware query which aims to find high quality results from multi-sources with the minimized cost. The measurement of the query results is provided, and two methods for answering min-cost quality-aware query are proposed. How to get a reasonable parameter setting is also discussed. Experiments on real-life data verify that the proposed techniques are efficient and effective.

Improvement of the passing quality of an American football training machine

2020 ◽  
pp. 175433712097522
Author(s):  
Bernhard Hollaus ◽  
Christian Raschner ◽  
Andreas Mehrle
Keyword(s):  
Prediction Model ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
American Football ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Accuracy And Precision ◽  
Hand Eye Coordination ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Football Training ◽  
Training Effort

In American football, high quality training focused on catching is currently not done with passing machines due to their poor pass accuracy and precision. From a coach’s point of view, accurate and precise passing machines are needed to relieve the quarterback from too much training effort. The two aims of this study were to increase the precision of a passing machine and develop an accurate pass prediction model for it. To meet the two aims and provide evidence that a passing machine can be precise and accurate enough for high quality training, an automated passing machine was developed and two experiments were carried out. The results of the first experiment showed that the machine performs with a precision within ±1% of the throwing distance for 218 of the 225 passes. The second experiment resulted in a pass prediction model, which is based on 55 videos and a fitting approach using a neural network. The model estimates the machine configuration for a pass to a targeted point in space. In regard to precision and accuracy, the performance of the machine exceeds the performance of a skilled quarterback. This project improves the state of the art of passing machines for American football and opens possibilities for research in various fields like motion analysis for catches, hand-eye coordination and performance analysis of athletes.

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