scholarly journals asymptoticMK: A web-based tool for the asymptotic McDonald–Kreitman test

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benjamin C. Haller ◽  
Philipp W. Messer
Keyword(s):  
Web Service ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Deleterious Mutations ◽  
Reference Region ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Genomic Test ◽  
Mk Test ◽  
Test Region ◽  
Slightly Deleterious Mutations

ABSTRACTThe McDonald–Kreitman (MK) test is a widely used method for quantifying the role of positive selection in molecular evolution. One key shortcoming of this test lies in its sensitivity to the presence of slightly deleterious mutations, which can severely bias its estimates. An asymptotic version of the MK test was recently introduced that addresses this problem by evaluating polymorphism levels for different mutation frequencies separately, and then extrapolating a function fitted to that data. Here we present asymptoticMK, a web-based implementation of this asymptotic McDonald–Kreitman test. Our web service provides a simple R-based interface into which the user can upload the required data (polymorphism and divergence data for the genomic test region and a neutrally evolving reference region). The web service then analyzes the data and provides plots of the test results. This service is free to use, open-source, and available at http://benhaller.com/messerlab/asymptoticMK.html.

scholarly journals The role of patient portals in enhancing self-care in patients with renal conditions

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adil M Hazara ◽  
Katherine Durrans ◽  
Sunil Bhandari
Keyword(s):  
Current Model ◽  
Patient Empowerment ◽  
Home Blood Pressure ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Model Of Care ◽  
Patient Portals ◽  
Web Based ◽  
The Uk ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Web-based portals enable patients to access their electronic health records, including test results and clinical documents, from anywhere with Internet access. Some portals also serve as a means of two-way communication between patients and healthcare professionals and provide a platform for the recording of patient-entered data such as home blood pressure readings. Such systems are designed to encourage patient participation in the management of their condition, and ultimately to increase patient empowerment and self-management, which are associated with improved clinical outcomes. As an example of portal use in patients with renal conditions, we discuss the PatientView portal, which is offered free of cost to patients under the care of renal physicians in the UK. We present an account of its various features and briefly describe the user experience. Previous studies examining the impact of this portal on patient care have been very positive; it appears to be popular among users and overall levels of satisfaction with the service are high. As the use of patient portals increases, we discuss barriers to the more widespread use of portals. We offer suggestions on how the care of patients with renal conditions can be enhanced in the future by further developing the existing features, learning from experiences of other patient portals and providing better integration of portal use into the current model of care.

scholarly journals My46: a Web-based tool for self-guided management of genomic test results in research and clinical settings

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 467-475 ◽  
Author(s):  
Holly K. Tabor ◽  
Seema M. Jamal ◽  
Joon-Ho Yu ◽  
Julia M. Crouch ◽  
Aditi G. Shankar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Settings ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Genomic Test

scholarly journals Web-based Tool for Automatic Assignment Evaluation

2011 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Dr. Rama Gautam ◽  
Nikhil Bhatt
Keyword(s):  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Minimal Amount ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Automatic Assignment ◽  
Secondary Sources ◽  
Constructive Feedback

The demands for teachers in most educational institutions are continually increasing. Teachers have to teach an increasing number of students every year while simultaneously providing meaningful and constructive feedback and correcting assignments in a minimal amount of time. Consequently, results and assessment of student’s progress can be considerably delayed. We need easy to use technology for grading and assessing test results and communicating information to students. Changes can be brought about to help teachers become more efficient and effective. This paper examines the role of technology and Web-based software in the classroom for evaluating a students’ assignment. The paper has used both primary and secondary sources of data.

The Role of Web Based Accounting Online System 2.0 as the Company's Income and Expense Management

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-49
Author(s):  
Nur Azizah ◽  
Dedeh Supriyanti ◽  
Siti Fairuz Aminah Mustapha ◽  
Holly Yang
Keyword(s):  
Financial Management ◽  
Accounting System ◽  
Bank Account ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Online System ◽  
Version 2.0 ◽  
User Friendly ◽  
The Impact ◽  
A Company

In a company, the process of income and expense of money must have a profit-generating goal base. The success of financial management within the company, can be monitored from the ability of the financial management in managing the finances and utilize all the opportunities that exist with as much as possible with the aim to control the company's cash (cash flow) and the impact of generating profits in accordance with expectations. With a web-based online accounting system version 2.0, companies can be given the ease to manage money in and out of the company's cash. It has a user friendly system with navigation that makes it easy for the financial management to use it. Starting from the creation of a company's cash account used as a cash account and corporate bank account on the system, deletion or filing of cash accounts, up to the transfer invoice creation feature, receive and send money. Thus, this system is very effective and efficient in the management of income and corporate cash disbursements.   Keywords:​Accounting Online System, Financial Management, Cash and Bank

Development Of Spine Mobility And Muscle Elasticity Through The Pilates Method

2019 ◽  
pp. 71-77
Author(s):  
Irene-Teodora Nica
Keyword(s):  
Target Group ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Muscle Elasticity ◽  
Spine Mobility ◽  
Pilates Method ◽  
Anterior Plane

The present study aims to emphasize the role of pilates method in the improvement of the mobility of the spine in the anterior plane and the elasticity of the posterior muscles of the thigh. In this purpose, we have developed a set of appropriate exercises destined to obtain improved results of the spine mobility and muscle elasticity. Subsequent, we applied the exercises to a target group of woman and presented the comparation between the initial and final results. The interpretation of the mobility and elasticity test results are reported in the conclusions of the present study.

scholarly journals SWAN platform: A web-based tool to support the development of industrial solid waste reuse business models

2021 ◽  
pp. 0734242X2198941
Author(s):  
Athanasios Angelis-Dimakis ◽  
George Arampatzis ◽  
Tryfonas Pieri ◽  
Konstantina Solomou ◽  
Panagiotis Dedousis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Industrial Waste ◽  
Business Models ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Matching Algorithm ◽  
Waste Reuse ◽  
Industrial Solid Waste ◽  
Business Cases ◽  
Industrial Unit

The SWAN platform is an integrated suite of online resources and tools for assessing industrial symbiotic opportunities based on solid industrial waste reuse. It has been developed as a digital solid waste reuse platform and is already applied in four countries (Greece, Bulgaria, Albania and Cyprus). The SWAN platform integrates a database with the spatial and technical characteristics of industrial solid waste producers and potential consumers, populated with data from these countries. It also incorporates an inventory of commercially implemented best practices on solid industrial waste reuse. The role of the SWAN platform is to facilitate the development of novel business cases. Towards this end, decision support services, based on a suitable matching algorithm, are provided to the registered users, helping them to identify and assess potential novel business models, based on solid waste reuse, either for an individual industrial unit (source/potential receiver of solid waste) or a specific region.

scholarly journals Quantifying Media Effects, Its Content, and Role in Promoting Community Awareness of Chikungunya Epidemic in Bangladesh

Epidemiologia ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-94
Author(s):  
Mst. Marium Begum ◽  
Osman Ulvi ◽  
Ajlina Karamehic-Muratovic ◽  
Mallory R. Walsh ◽  
Hasan Tarek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Study Objective ◽  
The Public ◽  
Mainstream Media ◽  
Related Information ◽  
Vector Borne ◽  
Media Outlet ◽  
And Control

Background: Chikungunya is a vector-borne disease, mostly present in tropical and subtropical regions. The virus is spread by Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus mosquitos and symptoms include high fever to severe joint pain. Dhaka, Bangladesh, suffered an outbreak of chikungunya in 2017 lasting from April to September. With the goal of reducing cases, social media was at the forefront during this outbreak and educated the public about symptoms, prevention, and control of the virus. Popular web-based sources such as the top dailies in Bangladesh, local news outlets, and Facebook spread awareness of the outbreak. Objective: This study sought to investigate the role of social and mainstream media during the chikungunya epidemic. The study objective was to determine if social media can improve awareness of and practice associated with reducing cases of chikungunya. Methods: We collected chikungunya-related information circulated from the top nine television channels in Dhaka, Bangladesh, airing from 1st April–20th August 2017. All the news published in the top six dailies in Bangladesh were also compiled. The 50 most viewed chikungunya-related Bengali videos were manually coded and analyzed. Other social media outlets, such as Facebook, were also analyzed to determine the number of chikungunya-related posts and responses to these posts. Results: Our study showed that media outlets were associated with reducing cases of chikungunya, indicating that media has the potential to impact future outbreaks of these alpha viruses. Each media outlet (e.g., web, television) had an impact on the human response to an individual’s healthcare during this outbreak. Conclusions: To prevent future outbreaks of chikungunya, media outlets and social media can be used to educate the public regarding prevention strategies such as encouraging safe travel, removing stagnant water sources, and assisting with tracking cases globally to determine where future outbreaks may occur.

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