Can perception be extended to a “feel of North”? Tests of automaticity with the NaviEar

This study investigated the potential for the development of a new perceptual experience through sustained training with a sensory augmentation device. For this purpose, we developed (1) a new sensory augmentation device, the NaviEar, and (2) a battery of tests for automaticity in the use of the device. The NaviEar translates cardinal direction into sound. Because the signal of this device is comparatively simple and easy to interpret it should facilitate automatization of use. The test battery assesses different effects of automaticity (interference, rigidity of responses, dynamic integration) assuming that automaticity is a necessary criterion to show the emergence of perceptual feel, i.e. the sensory quality of a percept. We measured performance in simple training tasks, administered the tests for automaticity, and assessed subjective reports through a questionnaire. Results suggest that the NaviEar is easy and comfortable to use and has a potential for applications in real-world situations; but 5-day training with the NaviEar does not reach levels of automaticity that are indicative of perceptual feel. We propose that the test battery for automaticity may be used as a benchmark test for the possibility of perceptual feel in sensory augmentation and in sensory substitution.

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Clobex Spray Improves Psoriasis, Quality of Life in Real-World Study

Skin & Allergy News ◽

10.1016/s0037-6337(07)70248-6 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 38 (4) ◽

pp. 26

Author(s):

DAMIAN MCNAMARA

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Real World

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Effect of Grill Type on Sensory Quality of Meat Steaks

Polish Journal of Natural Science ◽

10.2478/v10020-007-0046-z ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 22 (3) ◽

pp. 525-533

Author(s):

Katarzyna Tkacz ◽

Agnieszka Troszyńska ◽

Grzegorz Lamparski

Keyword(s):

Sensory Quality

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EXPLORING HEALTHCARE ARCHITECTURE THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF FILM: Motives and Techniques

International Journal of Architectural Research Archnet-IJAR ◽

10.26687/archnet-ijar.v8i1.311 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 29

Author(s):

Stephen Verderber

Keyword(s):

Real World ◽

The Real ◽

Healthcare Settings ◽

Interdisciplinary Field ◽

Body Of Knowledge ◽

Behavior Setting ◽

Physical Environments ◽

Scant Attention ◽

History Of

The interdisciplinary field of person-environment relations has, from its origins, addressed the transactional relationship between human behavior and the built environment. This body of knowledge has been based upon qualitative and quantitative assessment of phenomena in the “real world.” This knowledge base has been instrumental in advancing the quality of real, physical environments globally at various scales of inquiry and with myriad user/client constituencies. By contrast, scant attention has been devoted to using simulation as a means to examine and represent person-environment transactions and how what is learned can be applied. The present discussion posits that press-competency theory, with related aspects drawn from functionalist-evolutionary theory, can together function to help us learn of how the medium of film can yield further insights to person-environment (P-E) transactions in the real world. Sampling, combined with extemporary behavior setting analysis, provide the basis for this analysis of healthcare settings as expressed throughout the history of cinema. This method can be of significant aid in examining P-E transactions across diverse historical periods, building types and places, healthcare and otherwise, otherwise logistically, geographically, or temporally unattainable in real time and space.

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EFEK PENAMBAHAN EKSTRAK AIR JAHE (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) DAN PENYIMPANAN DINGIN TERHADAP MUTU SENSORI IKAN TUNA (Thunnus albacores)

JURNAL PERIKANAN DAN KELAUTAN TROPIS ◽

10.35800/jpkt.6.1.2010.115 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

pp. 36

Author(s):

Silvana Dinaintang Harikedua

Keyword(s):

Sensory Quality ◽

Zingiber Officinale ◽

The Other ◽

Ginger Extract ◽

Other Hand ◽

Storage Treatment ◽

Zingiber Officinale Roscoe ◽

Hedonic Scale ◽

And Storage

The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of ginger extract addition and refrigerate storage on sensory quality of Tuna through panelist’s perception. Panelists (n=30) evaluated samples for overall appearance and flavor attribute using hedonic scale 1–7. The sample which is more acceptable by panelists on flavor attributes having 3% gingers extract and storage for 3 days. The less acceptable sample on flavor attribute having 0% ginger extract and storage for 9 days. On the other hand, the sample which is more acceptable by panelists on overall appearance having 0% ginger extract without storage treatment. The less acceptable sample on overall appearance having 3% ginger extract and storage for 9 days.

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Impact of Atopic Dermatitis Lesion Location on Quality of Life in Adult Patients in a Real-world Study

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology ◽

10.36849/jdd.2020.5422 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 19 (10) ◽

pp. 943-948

Author(s):

Peter Lio ◽

Andreas Wollenberg ◽

Jacob Thyssen ◽

Evangeline Pierce ◽

Maria Rueda ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Atopic Dermatitis ◽

Real World ◽

Adult Patients ◽

Lesion Location

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National Trends in Emergency Department Care Processes for Acute Myocardial Infarction in the United States, 2005 to 2015

Journal of the American Heart Association ◽

10.1161/jaha.120.017208 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (20) ◽

Author(s):

Akshay Pendyal ◽

Craig Rothenberg ◽

Jean E. Scofi ◽

Harlan M. Krumholz ◽

Basmah Safdar ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Myocardial Infarction ◽

Acute Myocardial Infarction ◽

Emergency Department ◽

Length Of Stay ◽

Real World ◽

The United States ◽

Emergency Department Care ◽

Care Processes ◽

Ed Visits

Background Despite investments to improve quality of emergency care for patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), few studies have described national, real‐world trends in AMI care in the emergency department (ED). We aimed to describe trends in the epidemiology and quality of AMI care in US EDs over a recent 11‐year period, from 2005 to 2015. Methods and Results We conducted an observational study of ED visits for AMI using the National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey, a nationally representative probability sample of US EDs. AMI visits were classified as ST‐segment–elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and non‐STEMI. Outcomes included annual incidence of AMI, median ED length of stay, ED disposition type, and ED administration of evidence‐based medications. Annual ED visits for AMI decreased from 1 493 145 in 2005 to 581 924 in 2015. Estimated yearly incidence of ED visits for STEMI decreased from 1 402 768 to 315 813. The proportion of STEMI sent for immediate, same‐hospital catheterization increased from 12% to 37%. Among patients with STEMI sent directly for catheterization, median ED length of stay decreased from 62 to 37 minutes. ED administration of antithrombotic and nonaspirin antiplatelet agents rose for STEMI (23%–31% and 10%–27%, respectively). Conclusions National, real‐world trends in the epidemiology of AMI in the ED parallel those of clinical registries, with decreases in AMI incidence and STEMI proportion. ED care processes for STEMI mirror evolving guidelines that favor high‐intensity antiplatelet therapy, early invasive strategies, and regionalization of care.

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Evaluation of sensory quality of calf chops: A new methodological approach

Meat Science ◽

10.1016/j.meatsci.2013.01.003 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 94 (1) ◽

pp. 105-114 ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

I. Etaio ◽

P.F. Gil ◽

M. Ojeda ◽

M. Albisu ◽

J. Salmerón ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Sensory Quality ◽

Methodological Approach

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The Parkinson’s Real-World Impact Assessment (PRISM) Study: A European Survey of the Burden of Parkinson’s Disease in Patients and their Carers

Journal of Parkinson s Disease ◽

10.3233/jpd-212611 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-15

Author(s):

Eduardo Tolosa ◽

Georg Ebersbach ◽

Joaquim J. Ferreira ◽

Olivier Rascol ◽

Angelo Antonini ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Parkinson’S Disease ◽

Parkinson's Disease ◽

Impact Assessment ◽

Real World ◽

European Countries ◽

Life Questionnaire ◽

Motor Symptoms ◽

Non Motor Symptoms

Background: A greater understanding of the everyday experiences of people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their carers may help improve clinical practice. Objective: The Parkinson’s Real-world Impact assesSMent (PRISM) study evaluated medication use, health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and the use of healthcare resources by people with PD and their carers. Methods: PRISM is an observational cross-sectional study, in which people with PD and their carers completed an online survey using structured questionnaires, including the Parkinson’s Disease Quality of Life Questionnaire (PDQ-39), Non-Motor Symptoms Questionnaire (NMSQuest) and Zarit Burden Interview (ZBI). Results: Data were collected from 861 people with PD (mean age, 65.0 years; mean disease duration, 7.7 years) and 256 carers from six European countries. People with PD reported a large number of different co-morbidities, non-motor symptoms (mean NMSQuest score, 12.8), and impaired HRQoL (median PDQ-39 summary score, 29.1). Forty-five percent of people with PD reported at least one impulse control behaviour. Treatment patterns varied considerably between different European countries. Levodopa was taken in the last 12 months by 85.9% of participants, and as monotherapy by 21.8% . Carers, who were mostly female (64.8%) and the partner/spouse of the person with PD (82.1%), reported mild to moderate burden (mean ZBI total score, 26.6). Conclusions: The PRISM study sheds light on the lives of people with PD and those who care for them, re-emphasising the many challenges they face in everyday life. The study also provides insights into the current treatment of PD in Europe.

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