Streamlining the graphical forecast process

Streamlining the study start up process

Trial start up is a frenetic time for any trial manager: once a trial has been funded the clock is ticking to get the first participant recruited. There are a number of key activities that need to happen during this stage, so developing standardised processes to help improve effectiveness can make the system more efficient, and help promote best practice. Three of the key processes that have be...

A Generalized Two-level Graphical Forecast Scheme

An arbitrary isobaric surface and the level of non-divergcnce constitute the two levels of the proposrd model. The vorticity equation consistent with the quasi-geostrophic assumptions is applied at two levels. The thermodynamic energy equation for adiabatic motion is applied to the layer hetwecn the two levrls. A parabolic profile for the vertical motion is assumed. The vertical motion is e1imi...

Streamlining the preoperative process for the open heart surgery patient.

A comprehensive preadmission process for open heart surgery patients sets the stage for preventing post-operative complications and improves patient outcomes. Due to the complexity and expense of open heart surgery, it is essential for every organization to ensure that patients are adequately assessed, well educated and prepared both clinically and psychologically for the event. Establishing a ...

Streamlining the Medical School Admissions Process for Couples.

Streamlining the Process of Acquiring Secure Open Architecture Software Systems

We present results from our ongoing investigation of how best to acquire secure open architecture (OA) software systems. These systems incorporate software product line (SPL) practices that include closed source proprietary software and open source software (OSS) components, where such components and overall system configurations are subject to different security requirements. The combination o...