The Best Practice Guidelines for CFD: A European Initiative on Quality and Trust (Keynote)

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Torsten Wintergerste ◽  
Michael Casey ◽  
Anthony G. Hutton
Keyword(s):  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Cfd Simulations ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines ◽  
European Code ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd ◽  
Flow Turbulence ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Recent Initiative

In the industrial application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), the quality of simulations and the level of reliability of the results have emerged as major issues of concern. This paper describes a recent initiative of ERCOFTAC (European Research Community on Flow Turbulence and Combustion), involving European code developers, code vendors, academics and industrial users, to set up a practical set of standard guidelines to improve the quality of CFD simulations and to help in the assessment of the trustworthiness of the CFD results. The initiative led to the publication of the first edition of the ERCOFTAC Best Practice Guidelines (BPG) in January 2000. The BPG provide generic advice on how to perform quality CFD calculations. Some examples of typical guidelines from the BPG are provided in this paper.

scholarly journals Characteristics of knowledge content in a curated online evidence library

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 507-514 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sowmya Varada ◽  
Ronilda Lacson ◽  
Ali S Raja ◽  
Ivan K Ip ◽  
Louise Schneider ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Decision Rules ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Professional Society ◽  
Clinical Decision Rules ◽  
Quality Of Evidence ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines ◽  
Grade 5

Abstract Objective To describe types of recommendations represented in a curated online evidence library, report on the quality of evidence-based recommendations pertaining to diagnostic imaging exams, and assess underlying knowledge representation. Materials and Methods The evidence library is populated with clinical decision rules, professional society guidelines, and locally developed best practice guidelines. Individual recommendations were graded based on a standard methodology and compared using chi-square test. Strength of evidence ranged from grade 1 (systematic review) through grade 5 (recommendations based on expert opinion). Finally, variations in the underlying representation of these recommendations were identified. Results The library contains 546 individual imaging-related recommendations. Only 15% (16/106) of recommendations from clinical decision rules were grade 5 vs 83% (526/636) from professional society practice guidelines and local best practice guidelines that cited grade 5 studies (P < .0001). Minor head trauma, pulmonary embolism, and appendicitis were topic areas supported by the highest quality of evidence. Three main variations in underlying representations of recommendations were “single-decision,” “branching,” and “score-based.” Discussion Most recommendations were grade 5, largely because studies to test and validate many recommendations were absent. Recommendation types vary in amount and complexity and, accordingly, the structure and syntax of statements they generate. However, they can be represented in single-decision, branching, and score-based representations. Conclusion In a curated evidence library with graded imaging-based recommendations, evidence quality varied widely, with decision rules providing the highest-quality recommendations. The library may be helpful in highlighting evidence gaps, comparing recommendations from varied sources on similar clinical topics, and prioritizing imaging recommendations to inform clinical decision support implementation.

scholarly journals The ABCs of finding a good antibody: How to find a good antibody, validate it, and publish meaningful data

F1000Research ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 851 ◽  
Author(s):  
Poulomi Acharya ◽  
Anna Quinlan ◽  
Veronique Neumeister
Keyword(s):  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Published Data ◽  
Quality Problem ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines ◽  
Meaningful Data

Finding an antibody that works for a specific application can be a difficult task. Hundreds of vendors offer millions of antibodies, but the quality of these products and available validation information varies greatly. In addition, several studies have called into question the reliability of published data as the primary metric for assessing antibody quality. We briefly discuss the antibody quality problem and provide best practice guidelines for selecting and validating an antibody, as well as for publishing data generated using antibodies.

scholarly journals Development of a concentrated oil spray programme on avocados to control insect and mite pests

2014 ◽  
Vol 67 ◽  
pp. 292-297
Author(s):  
R.E. Gaskin ◽  
H.A. Pak
Keyword(s):  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
High Volume ◽  
Storage Quality ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines ◽  
Low Volume ◽  
Control Insect

Best practice guidelines have been developed in recent years for application of low volume concentrated pesticide sprays to avocado orchards Oil sprays an important component of spray programmes on avocado orchards have been excluded from the concentrate programme because of the risk of damage to the crop Two unreplicated trials were undertaken on commercial orchards one each in Northland and Bay of Plenty from December 2012December 2013 Each plot consisted of a single orchard block (ca 1 ha) per treatment Dilute (05 oil) high volume sprays (up to 3000 litres/ha) were compared with concentrated (15 oil) lowvolume sprays (up to 1000 litres/ha) containing a horticultural superspreader adjuvant Monitored pest populations were comparable in both treatments throughout the year with no detrimental impacts of concentrate oil sprays on either export packout rates or storage quality of fruit after harvest Safe use of concentrate oil sprays on avocados is practical using a horticultural superspreader adjuvant

scholarly journals CODE OF ETHICS BEST PRACTICE GUIDELINES

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Universidade de Coimbra
Keyword(s):  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Code Of Ethics ◽  
Freedom Of Expression ◽  
Ethical Standards ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines ◽  
Business Needs

1.1. Editors should be accountable for everything published in their journals.This means the editors should:1.2. strive to meet the needs of readers and authors;1.3. strive to constantly improve their journal;1.4. have processes in place to assure the quality of the material they publish;1.5. champion freedom of expression;1.6. preclude business needs from compromising intellectual and ethical standards;1.7. always be willing to publish corrections, clarifications, retractions and apologies when needed.

scholarly journals Telehealth in Rheumatology: The 2021 Arab League of Rheumatology Best Practice Guidelines

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nelly Ziade ◽  
Ihsane Hmamouchi ◽  
Lina el Kibbi ◽  
Melissa Daou ◽  
Nizar Abdulateef ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Care ◽  
Information Security ◽  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Clinical Judgment ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Medical Information ◽  
Arab Region ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines ◽  
Arab League

AbstractBackgroundTelehealth use is increasing and will undeniably continue to play a role beyond the COVID-19 era. Best practice guidelines (BPG) for telehealth add credibility, standardize approaches, facilitate reimbursement, and decrease liability.ObjectivesTo develop BPG for the use of Telehealth In Rheumatology in the Arab region, to identify the top barriers and facilitators of telehealth in the Arab region, and to provide rheumatologists with a practical toolkit for the implementation of telehealth.MethodsGuidelines were drafted by a core steering committee from the Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology (ArLAR) after performing a literature search. A multidisciplinary task force (TF), including 18 rheumatologists, 2 patients, and 2 regulators from 15 Arab countries, assessed the BPG using 3 rounds of anonymous online voting by modified Delphi process. The voting on barriers and facilitators was performed through one voting round. The toolkit was developed based on available literature and discussions during the Delphi rounds.ResultsFour General Principles and twelve Statements were formulated. All statements reached >80% consensus. A teleconsultation was specifically defined for the purpose of these guidelines. The concept of choice in telehealth was highlighted, emphasizing patient confidentiality, medical information security, rheumatologist’s clinical judgment, and local jurisdictional regulations. The top barrier for telehealth was the concern about the quality of care. The toolkit emphasized technical aspects of teleconsultation and proposed a triage system.ConclusionsThe ArLAR BPG provides rheumatologists with a series of strategies about the most reliable, productive, and rational approaches to apply telehealth.Article SummaryStrengths and limitations of this studyBest practice guidelines (BPG) the use of Telehealth In Rheumatology in the Arab region were developed herein under the umbrella of the Arab League of Associations for Rheumatology (ArLAR)A teleconsultation was specifically defined for the purpose of these guidelinesThe concept of choice in telehealth was highlighted, emphasizing patient confidentiality, medical information security, rheumatologist’s clinical judgment, and local jurisdictional regulationsThe top barrier for telehealth was the concern about the quality of careThe ArLAR BPG provides rheumatologists with a series of strategies about the most reliable, productive, and rational approaches to apply telehealth in the rheumatology clinic

Opioid crisis in primary care? An audit of high-dose opioid prescribing at Bangholm GP Practice

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (suppl 1) ◽  
pp. bjgp20X711581
Author(s):  
Charlotte Greene ◽  
Alice Pearson
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
High Dose ◽  
Opioid Prescription ◽  
Opioid Prescribing ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines

BackgroundOpioids are effective analgesics for acute and palliative pain, but there is no evidence base for long-term pain relief. They also carry considerable risks such as overdose and dependence. Despite this, they are increasingly prescribed for chronic pain. In the UK, opioid prescribing more than doubled between 1998 and 2018.AimAn audit at Bangholm GP Practice to understand the scale of high-strength opioid prescribing. The aim of the audit was to find out if indications, length of prescription, discussion, and documentation at initial consultation and review process were consistent with best-practice guidelines.MethodA search on Scottish Therapeutics Utility for patients prescribed an average daily dose of opioid equivalent ≥50 mg morphine between 1 July 2019 and 1 October 2019, excluding methadone, cancer pain, or palliative prescriptions. The Faculty of Pain Medicine’s best-practice guidelines were used.ResultsDemographics: 60 patients (37 females), average age 62, 28% registered with repeat opioid prescription, 38% comorbid depression. Length of prescription: average 6 years, 57% >5 years, 22% >10 years. Opioid: 52% tramadol, 23% on two opioids. Indications: back pain (42%), osteoarthritis (12%), fibromyalgia (10%). Initial consultation: 7% agreed outcomes, 35% follow-up documented. Review: 56% 4-week, 70% past year.ConclusionOpioid prescribing guidelines are not followed. The significant issues are: long-term prescriptions for chronic pain, especially back pain; new patients registering with repeat prescriptions; and no outcomes of treatment agreed, a crucial message is the goal is pain management rather than relief. Changes have been introduced at the practice: a patient information sheet, compulsory 1-month review for new patients on opioids, and in-surgery pain referrals.

scholarly journals Introducing New Guidelines on Geoheritage Conservation in Protected and Conserved Areas

Geoheritage ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Roger Crofts ◽  
Dan Tormey ◽  
John E. Gordon
Keyword(s):  
Practice Guidelines ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Communication To The Public ◽  
The Public ◽  
Best Practice Guidelines ◽  
The World ◽  
New Guidelines ◽  
The Many ◽  
Ethical Basis ◽  
Improve Practice

AbstractThis paper introduces newly published guidelines on geoheritage conservation in protected and conserved areas within the “IUCN WCPA Best Practice Guidelines” series. It explains the need for the guidelines and outlines the ethical basis of geoheritage values and geoconservation principles as the fundamental framework within which to advance geoheritage conservation. Best practice in establishing and managing protected and conserved areas for geoconservation is described with examples from around the world. Particular emphasis is given to the methodology and practice for dealing with the many threats to geoheritage, highlighting in particular how to improve practice for areas with caves and karst, glacial and periglacial, and volcanic features and processes, and for palaeontology and mineral sites. Guidance to improve education and communication to the public through modern and conventional means is also highlighted as a key stage in delivering effective geoconservation. A request is made to geoconservation experts to continue to share best practice examples of developing methodologies and best practice in management to guide non-experts in their work. Finally, a number of suggestions are made on how geoconservation can be further promoted.

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