Rethinking inclusive public toilets for HS2: research evaluation and design to set an exemplar standard and best practice to meet the needs of multiple user groups

2021 ◽  
pp. 65-83
Author(s):  
Lucy Milson ◽  
Jyoti Dhanak ◽  
Steve Maslin ◽  
Chris Fox ◽  
Neil Smith
Keyword(s):  
Best Practice ◽  
Research Evaluation ◽  
Multiple User ◽  
User Groups ◽  
Public Toilets

scholarly journals Digital Tumor Board Solutions Have Significant Impact on Case Preparation

2020 ◽  
pp. 757-768
Author(s):  
Richard D. Hammer ◽  
Donna Fowler ◽  
Lincoln R. Sheets ◽  
Athanasios Siadimas ◽  
Chaohui Guo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Care Center ◽  
Tumor Board ◽  
Preparation Time ◽  
Implementation Phase ◽  
Health Care Center ◽  
Multiple User ◽  
Tumor Boards ◽  
User Groups ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Nose And Throat

PURPOSE Multidisciplinary tumor boards (TBs) are the gold standard for decision-making in cancer care. Variability in preparation, conduction, and impact is widely reported. The benefit of digital technologies to support TBs is unknown. This study evaluated the impact of the NAVIFY Tumor Board solution (NTB) on TB preparation time across multiple user groups in 4 cancer categories: breast, GI, head and neck (ie, ear, nose, and throat, or ENT), and hematopathology. METHODS This prospective study evaluated TB preparation time in multiple phases pre- and post-NTB implementation at an academic health care center. TB preparation times were recorded for multiple weeks using a digital time tracker. RESULTS Preparation times for 59 breast, 61 GI, 36 ENT, and 71 hematopathology cancer TBs comparing a pre-NTB phase to 3 phases of NTB implementation were evaluated between February 2018 and July 2019. NTB resulted in significant reductions in overall preparation time (30%) across 3 TBs pre-NTB compared with the final post-NTB implementation phase. In the breast TB, NTB reduced overall preparation time by 28%, with a 76% decrease in standard deviation (SD). In the GI TB, a 23% reduction in average preparation time was observed for all users, with a 48% decrease in SD. In the ENT TB, a 33% reduction in average preparation time was observed for all users, with a 73% decrease in SD. The hematopathology TB, which was the cocreation partner and initial adopter of the solution, showed variable results. CONCLUSION This study showed a significant impact of a digital solution on time preparation for TBs across multiple users and different TBs, reflecting the generalizability of the NTB. Adoption of such a solution could improve the efficiency of TBs and have a direct economic impact on hospitals.

scholarly journals User-centred co-design with multiple user groups: The case of the electronic Patient Reported Outcome (ePRO) mobile application and portal

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 439
Author(s):  
Carolyn Steele Gray ◽  
Anum Irfan Khan ◽  
Ian McKillop ◽  
Sarah Sharpe ◽  
Cheryl Cott
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Application ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Multiple User ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
User Groups

Group Differences in Preferences for a Novel Nightstand

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 88-97 ◽  
Author(s):  
Johnell O. Brooks ◽  
Linnea Smolentzov ◽  
Mary E. Mossey ◽  
Carson Carroll ◽  
Katherine Kendrick ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Age Groups ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Clinical Settings ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Multiple Features ◽  
Rehabilitation Facility ◽  
Multiple User ◽  
User Groups ◽  
University Settings

Objective: Multiple user groups (patients and employees at a rehabilitation facility, community-dwelling seniors, and university students) participated in a study that examined their preferences for the features and functions of three novel nightstand prototypes. Background: It is valuable to get input from different user groups in order to improve furniture usefulness and usability, especially furniture prevalent in clinical settings where users of all age groups are found. Methods: Feedback was obtained from different user groups in both clinical (rehabilitation facility) and nonclinical (university) settings. This was done using structured interviews to ask participants about multiple features of the novel nightstand designs. Results: There were several features that all groups preferred. There were also some distinctly opposing opinions between groups. In general, the patient group showed the most similarities to the other groups. Conclusion: This research explores differences and similarities in preferences for nightstand design across a variety of user groups. It yields ideas for improving the nightstand design to be useful for a wider group of people.

scholarly journals Usability evaluation of an integrated electronic medication management system implemented in an oncology setting using the unified theory of the acceptance and use of technology

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Racha Dabliz ◽  
Simon K. Poon ◽  
Angus Ritchie ◽  
Rosemary Burke ◽  
Jonathan Penm
Keyword(s):  
Management System ◽  
Medication Management ◽  
Hospital Environment ◽  
Unified Theory ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Multiple User ◽  
Usability Problems ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
User Groups ◽  
Oncology Unit

Abstract Background Medication management processes in an Oncology setting are complex and difficult to examine in isolation from interrelated processes and contextual factors. This qualitative study aims to evaluate the usability of an Electronic Medication Management System (EMMS) implemented in a specialised oncology unit using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) framework. Methods The study was conducted in a 12-bed outpatient Oncology unit of a major teaching hospital 6 months following implementation of a commercial EMMS. In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with doctors, nurses and pharmacists using the system to assess usability. The UTAUT framework was used to analyse the results, which facilitated evaluation of interrelated aspects and provided a structured summary of user experience and usability factors. Results Direct cross-comparison between user groups illustrated that doctors and pharmacists were generally satisfied with the facilitating conditions (hardware and training), but had divergent perceptions of performance (automation, standardised protocols and communication and documented) and effort (mental and temporal demand) expectancy. In counterpoint, nurses were generally satisfied across all constructs. Prior experience using an alternative EMMS influenced performance and effort expectancy and was related to early dissatisfaction with the EMMS. Furthermore, whilst not originally designed for the healthcare setting, the flexibility of the UTAUT allowed for translation to the hospital environment. Conclusion Nurses demonstrated overall satisfaction with the EMMS, whilst doctors and pharmacists perceived usability problems, particularly related to restricted automaticity and system complexity, which hindered perceived EMMS success. The study demonstrates the feasibility and utility of the UTAUT framework to evaluate usability of an EMMS for multiple user groups in the Oncology setting.

scholarly journals EDITORIAL

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 57
Author(s):  
Cristina Huidiu
Keyword(s):  
Best Practice ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Research Evaluation ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Status Quo ◽  
Full List ◽  
The World ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Alternative Metrics

The 3rd edition of 3AM, the international conference dedicated to Altmetrics will take place thisyear in Bucharest at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy Carol Davila on the 28th and 29th ofSeptember.After two successful editions in London and Amsterdam, this year’s edition will continue itsfocus on the use of alternative metrics in academia but also on the important topics of researchethics, standards. Here are some of the major points: Altmetrics - status quo and standards How do researchers use altmetrics Altmetrics at the university (library / communication of research) Altmetrics & research evaluation / as indicators of economic and social impact Altmetrics innovation (flashtalks)Beyond the article: tracking other research outputs (research data, software, books)The conference is organized and supported by some of the largest publishers and informationproviders in the world such as Elsevier, Springer Nature, Altmetric, Datacite, Crossref and EBSCOand it is dedicated to researchers, editors, librarians and everyone else that wants to know howAltmetrics can help keep track of the impact of research in order to always be on top of the newsand trends.Just like previous years, it will reunite researchers and specialists in the field from all around theworld and it will be a bustling place for exchanging ideas and best practice. A full list of keynotespeakers will be announced by the end of May.Travel grants are available and anyone interested can apply on the conference’s websitewww.altmetricsconference.com until May 31st by 11 pm BST. Registrations for the event are alsoopen, and tickets can be bought online through the conference’s website.In the meantime all the talks about the conference are on Twitter under the hashtag #3amconfand the Twitter handle @3amconf.

scholarly journals Inclusive Parks across Ages: Multifunction and Urban Open Space Management for Children, Adolescents, and the Elderly

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (24) ◽  
pp. 9357
Author(s):  
Elin P. Sundevall ◽  
Märit Jansson
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
User Participation ◽  
Space Management ◽  
Urban Open Space ◽  
Multiple User ◽  
User Groups ◽  
The City

In urban areas where increased density has caused loss of urban open space (UOS), there is a need for high-quality parks that are inclusive and fit for multiple user groups. To make parks more inclusive, UOS management may need to consider multifunction and the perspectives of various age groups in future development and maintenance activities. Walking interviews were conducted in a park in central Landskrona, Sweden, with children, adolescents, and elderly users, and also with the head park manager of the city. The results revealed different perspectives among the three age groups of users concerning affordances and UOS management. The manager described user-oriented management to support multifunction and inclusion, including user participation. All user groups studied showed an appreciation of liveliness, contact with nature, social places for their own age group, clean and safe parks, and a variety of different atmospheres and activities in the park. Social multifunction can be developed in programmed or non-programmed ways, but some functions interfere with each other. UOS managers can develop parks to suit different age groups, promote user participation within management, and develop social multifunction to create inclusive parks for various age groups.

scholarly journals Program evaluation as community-engaged research: Challenges and solutions

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 118-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Reed
Keyword(s):  
Best Practice ◽  
Research Collaboration ◽  
Research Evaluation ◽  
Community Engaged Research ◽  
Democratic Practice ◽  
Evaluation Community ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Evaluative Research ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
The Impact

This article reflects on the challenges and opportunities that have arisen in the course of evaluative research into the impact of a number of schools’ engagement programs at Macquarie University, Sydney. It maps out how the research has been conceived and then operationalised as an engaged model of research that includes consultations and collaborations at multiple stages of the research, from conception to dissemination. The article then considers a number of the challenges that have arisen and, in the context of current understanding of best practice in community-engaged research, discusses some of the strategies that were deployed in response to these challenges. By critically examining the limitations of these responses, the article ultimately reinforces the argument that the complexities of engaged research mean that the perfectly engaged research project remains, in most cases, an impossible myth. Instead, community-engaged research should be seen as an approach to research, or an attitude to embed into practice, which ultimately requires embracing a ‘can always do better’ approach to conducting research and a commitment to collaboration and democratic practice that goes beyond the immediate context of the research project.Keywords: Evaluative research, evaluation, community-engaged research, collaboration

Commentary on “Multisensory rooms: essential characteristics and barriers to effective practice”

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-81
Author(s):  
Ben Challis ◽  
Mark Hildred ◽  
Jennie Ruth Bailey
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Historical Overview ◽  
Special Educational Needs ◽  
Design Decisions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Initial Design ◽  
User Groups ◽  
The Uk ◽  
A Current

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide a commentary on Grace’s article on multisensory rooms. Design/methodology/approach This paper gives a historical overview of the emergence and evolution of multi-sensory environments (MSEs) together with an outline of a current research project seeking to support best practice. Findings MSEs have become a standard feature in special educational needs schools in the UK with government building guidelines now stipulating the inclusion of at least one sensory room within any such provision. However, there is little research-based evidence from which design decisions can be informed. Instead, previous research has tended to focus on the effectiveness of MSEs for specific user groups. Originality/value The outlined research will establish some initial design principles for MSEs.

Managing Conflicting Water Resource Goals and Uncertainties in a Dam-Network by Exploring the Solution Space

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lin Guo ◽  
Hamed Zamanisabzi ◽  
Thomas M. Neeson ◽  
Janet K. Allen ◽  
Farrokh Mistree
Keyword(s):  
Water Resource ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Solution Space ◽  
User Group ◽  
Multiple User ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
The Social ◽  
User Groups ◽  
Design Preferences ◽  
Conflicting Goals

In a multi-reservoir system, ensuring adequate water availability across reservoirs while managing conflicting goals under uncertainties are critical to making the social-ecological system sustainable. The priorities of multiple user-groups and availability of the water resource may vary with time, weather and other factors. Uncertainties such as variation in precipitation bring more complexity, which intensifies the discrepancies between water supply and water demand for each user-group. To reduce such discrepancies, we should satisfice conflicting goals, considering typical uncertainties. We observed that models are incomplete and inaccurate, which challenge the use of the single optimal solution to be robust to uncertainties. So, we explore satisficing solutions that are relatively insensitive to uncertainties, by incorporating different design preferences, identifying sensitive segments and improving the design accordingly. This work is an example of exploring the solution space to enhance sustainability in multidisciplinary systems, when goals conflict, preferences are evolving, and uncertainties add complexity.

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