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University of Missouri – Columbia
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Xing, Wanli.
Exploring the collective knowledge curation process of online health communities.
Degree: 2016, University of Missouri – Columbia
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10355/62523 
► [ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] More and more people turn to online health communities for social support to satisfy their…
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▼ [ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] More and more people turn to online health communities for social support to satisfy their health-related needs. Previous studies on social support and online health communities in general have focused on the content of social support and the relationship of social support with other entities using traditional social science methods. Little is known about how social support facilitate the knowledge curation process in an online health community. Moreover, the presence of misinformation in online health communities also calls for research into the knowledge curation process in order to reduce the risk of misinformation. This study uses data mining technologies to analyze around one million posts across 23 online health communities. It aims to reveal how information, through social support, flows between the community users working as a whole to dynamically curate knowledge and further interacts with information accuracy. This data-centric research in online health communities 1) discovered that xperiphery users instead of core users dominate the quantitative and content information flow; 2) identified three temporal information flow patterns for the knowledge curation process – each with distinct characteristics; 3) found that information accuracy differed significantly over the identified information flow patterns and time and the information accuracy variation trends with each information flow pattern was identified as well. These findings not only have important implications for social support use, delivery and social support research methodologies but also can inform future online health platform design.
Advisors/Committee Members: Goggins, Sean (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Community health services – Information services
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Xing, W. (2016). Exploring the collective knowledge curation process of online health communities. (Thesis). University of Missouri – Columbia. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10355/62523
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Xing, Wanli. “Exploring the collective knowledge curation process of online health communities.” 2016. Thesis, University of Missouri – Columbia. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/10355/62523.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Xing, Wanli. “Exploring the collective knowledge curation process of online health communities.” 2016. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Xing W. Exploring the collective knowledge curation process of online health communities. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Missouri – Columbia; 2016. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10355/62523.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Xing W. Exploring the collective knowledge curation process of online health communities. [Thesis]. University of Missouri – Columbia; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10355/62523
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Dalhousie University
2.
Veerasekaran, Dhivya.
TRADEOFFS IN GOOGLE DISTANCE ONLY VS A WORDNET HYBRID FOR
QOS-ENABLED WEB SERVICE COMPOSITION.
Degree: Master of Computer Science, Faculty of Computer Science, 2012, Dalhousie University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10222/15195
► This thesis proposes a hybrid approach in using Google Distance and WordNet together in a new method, called the Domain Independent Quality of Service (DIQOS)…
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▼ This thesis proposes a hybrid approach in using Google
Distance and WordNet together in a new method, called the Domain
Independent Quality of Service (DIQOS) method for QoS-enabled web
services discovery. Comparisons, using delay, recall, and precision
metrics, between this hybrid approach and an earlier lightweight
Google Distance-only based approach for web
services discovery are
provided. Further, our performance evaluation demonstrates as of
yet undocumented trade-offs between Google distance, Google-WordNet
distance, and WordNet distance approaches for similarity matching
in the web
services discovery phase. The impact of all approaches
on QoS-enabled web service composition is described for
representative web transactions in the travel domain. Findings
include that the recall of signature matching increases by 5 to 15%
for WordNet-assisted Google Distance DIQOS approach over the pure
Google-distance DIQOS variant. WordNet-assisted Google Distance
also shows 20-40 % increases in recall for signature matching
compared to the WordNet only approach. Also, bigram-based, short
sentence, and WordNet-based vector optimizations in specification
similarity matching show an average of 25% increase in recall over
a previous competitive method called the Flexible
Ontology-Independent QOS-enabled method (FOIQOS). Our
WordNet-assisted Google Distance method shows 34% increase in
recall compared to FOIQOS. Our approaches produce 11% lower
precision than FOIQOS, but FOIQOS is speedier as delays are 5 to 15
% lower.
Advisors/Committee Members: n/a (external-examiner), Dr. QiGang Gao (graduate-coordinator), Dr. Vlado Keselj (thesis-reader), Dr. Dirk Arnold (thesis-reader), Dr. Dawn Jutla and Dr. Peter Bodorik (thesis-supervisor), Not Applicable (ethics-approval), Not Applicable (manuscripts), Not Applicable (copyright-release).
Subjects/Keywords: Web Services
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Veerasekaran, D. (2012). TRADEOFFS IN GOOGLE DISTANCE ONLY VS A WORDNET HYBRID FOR
QOS-ENABLED WEB SERVICE COMPOSITION. (Masters Thesis). Dalhousie University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10222/15195
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Veerasekaran, Dhivya. “TRADEOFFS IN GOOGLE DISTANCE ONLY VS A WORDNET HYBRID FOR
QOS-ENABLED WEB SERVICE COMPOSITION.” 2012. Masters Thesis, Dalhousie University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/10222/15195.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Veerasekaran, Dhivya. “TRADEOFFS IN GOOGLE DISTANCE ONLY VS A WORDNET HYBRID FOR
QOS-ENABLED WEB SERVICE COMPOSITION.” 2012. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Veerasekaran D. TRADEOFFS IN GOOGLE DISTANCE ONLY VS A WORDNET HYBRID FOR
QOS-ENABLED WEB SERVICE COMPOSITION. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Dalhousie University; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10222/15195.
Council of Science Editors:
Veerasekaran D. TRADEOFFS IN GOOGLE DISTANCE ONLY VS A WORDNET HYBRID FOR
QOS-ENABLED WEB SERVICE COMPOSITION. [Masters Thesis]. Dalhousie University; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10222/15195
University of Georgia
3.
Pennington, Cary Marcus.
Building federated bioinformatics databases using Web services.
Degree: MS, Computer Science, 2009, University of Georgia
URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/pennington_cary_m_200912_ms
► Bioinformatics laboratories around the world continue to generate massive amounts of genomic and functional genomic data. Access to these data resources via Federated Databases through…
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▼ Bioinformatics laboratories around the world continue to generate massive amounts of genomic and functional genomic data. Access to these data resources via Federated Databases through the Web is an important emerging technology. Federated databases allow several databases to be integrated while not discarding existing databases or losing local control over the administration of the databases. In order to achieve this desirable goal, technology needed to emerge to handle the heterogeneity and local autonomy of distributed database systems. Web service technology, including semantic Web service technology, provides a new opportunity to make federated databases a practical reality. This thesis presents architecture and an implementation to build federated databases using Web
services. In particular, it demonstrates how Web service technology can provide the flexibility to create a dynamic federation of databases with sufficient abstraction to maintain the autonomy of the component systems and robustness to handle the heterogeneous nature of the disparate databases. A case study is conducted that involves federating six existing bioinformatics databases, CryptoDB, GiardiaDB, PlasmoDB, ToxoDB, TrichDB and TryTrypDB, to create the EuPathDB (formerly ApiDB) federated database.
Advisors/Committee Members: John A. Miller.
Subjects/Keywords: Web Services
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Pennington, C. M. (2009). Building federated bioinformatics databases using Web services. (Masters Thesis). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/pennington_cary_m_200912_ms
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Pennington, Cary Marcus. “Building federated bioinformatics databases using Web services.” 2009. Masters Thesis, University of Georgia. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/pennington_cary_m_200912_ms.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Pennington, Cary Marcus. “Building federated bioinformatics databases using Web services.” 2009. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Pennington CM. Building federated bioinformatics databases using Web services. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Georgia; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/pennington_cary_m_200912_ms.
Council of Science Editors:
Pennington CM. Building federated bioinformatics databases using Web services. [Masters Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2009. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/pennington_cary_m_200912_ms
University of Georgia
4.
Peters, Valerie.
Not all coffee is created equal: resource constancy and ecosystem services in shade-grown coffee plantations.
Degree: PhD, Ecology, 2009, University of Georgia
URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/peters_valerie_e_200912_phd
► Shade-grown coffee plantations are ideal for testing ecological questions because they are more uniform than natural forest. In my dissertation I use shade-grown coffee plantations…
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▼ Shade-grown coffee plantations are ideal for testing ecological questions because they are more uniform than natural forest. In my dissertation I use shade-grown coffee plantations to investigate how resource constancy or the availability of resources, such as fruit and floral products influence ecosystem
services. Specifically I focus on the ecosystem
services of pollination and seed dispersal, and the providers of these
services, bees and birds. I found that monthly fruit energy availability or FEA is strongly, positively correlated with bird species richness in shade-grown coffee plantations. I used a multi-scale occupancy model to understand the relationship of FEA to bird use of shade-grown coffee plantations. The best model included a negative effect of wind on detection and a positive effect of FEA on bird use of shade-grown coffee plantations. Conservation professionals should encourage coffee growers to plant shade trees based on their contribution to yearly or monthly FEA rather than focusing on the number of tree species per hectare only.
I experimentally planted the steady-state floral resource, Hamelia patens, in three of six sites. I found that bee species richness was higher in farms with the steady-state resource. Bee visitation to coffee flowers was measured during early and mass flowering periods in both farms with and without the steady state resource. While the steady state resource had a positive effect on bee conservation, the steady state resource had a negative effect on coffee production during the early flowering period. I recommend farmers to cover flowers on the steady state resource while the focal crop is flowering.
Advisors/Committee Members: Ronald Carroll.
Subjects/Keywords: Ecosystem services
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Peters, V. (2009). Not all coffee is created equal: resource constancy and ecosystem services in shade-grown coffee plantations. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/peters_valerie_e_200912_phd
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Peters, Valerie. “Not all coffee is created equal: resource constancy and ecosystem services in shade-grown coffee plantations.” 2009. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Georgia. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/peters_valerie_e_200912_phd.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Peters, Valerie. “Not all coffee is created equal: resource constancy and ecosystem services in shade-grown coffee plantations.” 2009. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Peters V. Not all coffee is created equal: resource constancy and ecosystem services in shade-grown coffee plantations. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/peters_valerie_e_200912_phd.
Council of Science Editors:
Peters V. Not all coffee is created equal: resource constancy and ecosystem services in shade-grown coffee plantations. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2009. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/peters_valerie_e_200912_phd
University of Georgia
5.
Al-Haj Hassan, Osama Mohammd.
Scalability and efficiency in personalized Web services.
Degree: PhD, Computer Science, 2010, University of Georgia
URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/al-haj-hassan_osama_m_201008_phd
► Web 2.0 has been growing at a rapid pace empowering end-users with a vast set of applications dedicated to improve their experience while using the…
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▼ Web 2.0 has been growing at a rapid pace empowering end-users with a vast set of applications dedicated to improve their experience while using the Web. This improvement comes in the shape of increased personalization that enables the end users to navigate and search the Web based on their own needs. One of the key icons of Web 2.0 applications is mashups; they are essentially Web
services that are often created by end-users. They aggregate and manipulate data from sources around the World Wide Web. Surprisingly, research related to mashups performance received little attention in research community. In this dissertation, we provide architectures, protocols, and schemes to enhance mashups performance and scalability. We provide improvement over mashup execution by defining a protocol and a set of rules that change the ordinary mashup execution paradigm. Further, we design caching protocol to utilize data reusability in mashups which results in more efficient mashup execution. Moreover, we propose a distributed mashup architecture which increases the scalability of mashup platforms. All the former techniques and protocols are backed up with a set of experiments proving their effectiveness in transforming mashup execution to a more efficient and scalable process.
Advisors/Committee Members: Lakshmish Ramaswamy.
Subjects/Keywords: Web services
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Al-Haj Hassan, O. M. (2010). Scalability and efficiency in personalized Web services. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/al-haj-hassan_osama_m_201008_phd
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Al-Haj Hassan, Osama Mohammd. “Scalability and efficiency in personalized Web services.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Georgia. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/al-haj-hassan_osama_m_201008_phd.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Al-Haj Hassan, Osama Mohammd. “Scalability and efficiency in personalized Web services.” 2010. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Al-Haj Hassan OM. Scalability and efficiency in personalized Web services. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/al-haj-hassan_osama_m_201008_phd.
Council of Science Editors:
Al-Haj Hassan OM. Scalability and efficiency in personalized Web services. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2010. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/al-haj-hassan_osama_m_201008_phd
University of Georgia
6.
Collantes, Hugo Guillermo.
Conservation of ecosystem services in residential developments: lessons from conservation-oriented subdivisions in the United States and in Peru.
Degree: MS, Conservation Ecology and Sustainable Development, 2007, University of Georgia
URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/collantes_hugo_g_200708_ms
► Conservation Subdivisions attempt to preserve green space threatened by urban sprawl. However, many ordinances are not based on quantitative guidelines for protection of ecosystem services.…
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▼ Conservation Subdivisions attempt to preserve green space threatened by urban sprawl. However, many ordinances are not based on quantitative guidelines for protection of ecosystem
services. I evaluated ten Conservation Subdivisions in Cherokee County, GA, analyzing design features to protect two ecosystem
services: water quality and wildlife biodiversity. I found various conservation opportunities that the current ordinance forfeits. Therefore, I suggested a scoring system to evaluate Conservation Subdivisions, offering flexibility to developers and planners in making design and approval decisions. I also evaluated the only Conservation Subdivision in Peru, located in Cusco. I found that the Peruvian ordinance advanced ecosystem
services conservation through management of a dynamic green space. In contrast, the U.S. ordinance seemed to promote the preservation of a static green space. I concluded that both ordinances should include design and management requirements, and economic incentives to developers and residents, in order to sustain the conservation of ecosystem
services.
Advisors/Committee Members: Amy D. Rosemond.
Subjects/Keywords: Ecosystem services
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Collantes, H. G. (2007). Conservation of ecosystem services in residential developments: lessons from conservation-oriented subdivisions in the United States and in Peru. (Masters Thesis). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/collantes_hugo_g_200708_ms
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Collantes, Hugo Guillermo. “Conservation of ecosystem services in residential developments: lessons from conservation-oriented subdivisions in the United States and in Peru.” 2007. Masters Thesis, University of Georgia. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/collantes_hugo_g_200708_ms.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Collantes, Hugo Guillermo. “Conservation of ecosystem services in residential developments: lessons from conservation-oriented subdivisions in the United States and in Peru.” 2007. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Collantes HG. Conservation of ecosystem services in residential developments: lessons from conservation-oriented subdivisions in the United States and in Peru. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Georgia; 2007. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/collantes_hugo_g_200708_ms.
Council of Science Editors:
Collantes HG. Conservation of ecosystem services in residential developments: lessons from conservation-oriented subdivisions in the United States and in Peru. [Masters Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2007. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/collantes_hugo_g_200708_ms
University of Georgia
7.
Lathem, Jonathan Douglas.
SA-REST: bringing the power of semantics to REST-based services.
Degree: MS, Computer Science, 2007, University of Georgia
URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lathem_jonathan_d_200708_ms
► As the number of online applications increase so do sources of structured data repositories in the form of RSS, ATOM and lightweight Web services. These…
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▼ As the number of online applications increase so do sources of structured data repositories in the form of RSS, ATOM and lightweight Web
services. These can all be covered by the larger umbrella of REST-based Web
services. Many users want to bring together these discrete data to form new data sets that contain parts of the original
services. This activity is referred to as building a mashup. Until now almost all mashups have been built by hand, which requires a great deal of coding. This solution is of course not scalable since more and more sources are coming online. In this document we propose a way to add semantic metadata to REST-based Web
services, called SA-REST
services, and a way to create semantic mashups, called Smashups, that rely on the annotated
services to remove the hand coding of mashups.
Advisors/Committee Members: John Miller.
Subjects/Keywords: Web Services
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Lathem, J. D. (2007). SA-REST: bringing the power of semantics to REST-based services. (Masters Thesis). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lathem_jonathan_d_200708_ms
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Lathem, Jonathan Douglas. “SA-REST: bringing the power of semantics to REST-based services.” 2007. Masters Thesis, University of Georgia. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lathem_jonathan_d_200708_ms.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Lathem, Jonathan Douglas. “SA-REST: bringing the power of semantics to REST-based services.” 2007. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Lathem JD. SA-REST: bringing the power of semantics to REST-based services. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Georgia; 2007. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lathem_jonathan_d_200708_ms.
Council of Science Editors:
Lathem JD. SA-REST: bringing the power of semantics to REST-based services. [Masters Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2007. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lathem_jonathan_d_200708_ms
University of Johannesburg
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Rothmann, Sandra.
Toepassingsmoontlikhede van verhoudingsbemarking in die plaaslike dieregesondheidbedryf.
Degree: 2012, University of Johannesburg
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/7291
► M.Comm.
The animal health industry in South Africa is static and products are of a generic nature. Most of the international players are represented in…
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The animal health industry in South Africa is static and products are of a generic nature. Most of the international players are represented in South Africa. The fact that there are so many players in the market leads to severe competition. In this study the possible application of relationship marketing in the animal health industry was investigated. Sanvet, one of the leading companies in the industry was used for the study. The company was established in September 1994 through an amalgamation of the animal health divisions of Agrihold and Premier Pharmaceuticals. In relationship marketing the focus moves from a short-term transactional approach to long-term relationship marketing. Relationship marketing is the integration of marketing, quality and customer service. The provision of quality customer service involves an understanding of what the customer buys and determines how additional value can be added to the product or service being offered. Quality is the link between what a customer expects and the customers perception of what is being offered. The four P's model is very limited and in relationship marketing three additional elements are being used. The elements are people, processes and the provision of customer service. Customer service creates a clearly differentiated and superior value proposition, and is the central focus of all the other elements. Through the acknowledgement of the contribution of people to getting and keeping customers, within the overall marketing mix, the company's competitive performance will be substantially enhanced. People can be categorised into the following groups based on their role in the company: contractors, modifiers, influencers and isolators. Although the human element is very important in customer service, no amount of energy from personnel can counter poor performance due to unsatisfactory processes. In relationship marketing not only the relationship with the target markets is being addressed but also the relationship with the intemal markets, referral markets, supplier markets, employee markets and influence markets. The employees of the company are the core of an internal marketing plan. Employees are seen as internal customers and jobs as internal products. The ideal form of marketing is to get customers to do the marketing on your behalf. Referral markets within the industry must be identified and marketing activities directed at them. The traditional adversarial relationship between suppliers and their customer must change to a new form of relationship based on co-operation. The competition between companies in their effort to attract suitably motivated and trained employees is increasing. Suitable employees are becoming very scarce resources. Companies must focus their marketing activities to ensure that they and the company are first choice for a potential employee. Financial markets, regulatory markets, the government and shareholders form the influence markets and marketing activities should be addressed to these markets to ensure a long-term…
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary services.; Veterinary services - Marketing.; Veterinary services - Customer services.
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Rothmann, S. (2012). Toepassingsmoontlikhede van verhoudingsbemarking in die plaaslike dieregesondheidbedryf. (Thesis). University of Johannesburg. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10210/7291
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Rothmann, Sandra. “Toepassingsmoontlikhede van verhoudingsbemarking in die plaaslike dieregesondheidbedryf.” 2012. Thesis, University of Johannesburg. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/10210/7291.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Rothmann, Sandra. “Toepassingsmoontlikhede van verhoudingsbemarking in die plaaslike dieregesondheidbedryf.” 2012. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Rothmann S. Toepassingsmoontlikhede van verhoudingsbemarking in die plaaslike dieregesondheidbedryf. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/7291.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Rothmann S. Toepassingsmoontlikhede van verhoudingsbemarking in die plaaslike dieregesondheidbedryf. [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/7291
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
University of Nairobi
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Kamau, Robert N.
The impact of microfinance services on women empowerment: a case study of kikuyu division
.
Degree: 2012, University of Nairobi
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/95537
► The focus of the study was to establish the impact of microfinance services to the empowerment of women in kikuyu division. Targeting women from women…
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▼ The focus of the study was to establish the impact of microfinance services to the empowerment of women in kikuyu division. Targeting women from women groups in kikuyu was purposeful for it is an upcoming region with a bit of cosmopolitan inhabitants who would be a good representative of a typical third world region and also being a predominantly a patriarchal society.
An attempt was made to identify a few key indicators of women empowerment such as control of household decisions, conflict resolution, participation in social campaigns and loans and their uses. Quantifiable benefits in terms of diversification of livelihoods, income gains and acquisition of assets which are addressed satisfactorily through this instrument. Theories concerned with women empowerment and microfinance which include Women‘s empowerment theory, financial sustainability paradigm and poverty alleviation theory were looked at. Several empirical studies were reviewed
A sample of 386 respondents, gave 250 usable questionnaires which were analyzed. Analytical tools such as maximum likelihood factor analysis; a data mining tool was used to recover the hidden factors and the corresponding sensitivities. Prior to using MLFA, scree test and proportion of variance method were used to determine the optimal number of common factors to use, where seven components were extracted. Correlation analysis was done amongst the variables which were used in this research study. The findings revealed that there was a high correlation between incomes earned, improved family relationship and leadership potential. These findings were consistent with the literature review where it was observed that empowerment had contributed to improved social and economic well being of the respondents
Subjects/Keywords: Microfinance services
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Kamau, R. N. (2012). The impact of microfinance services on women empowerment: a case study of kikuyu division
. (Thesis). University of Nairobi. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11295/95537
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Kamau, Robert N. “The impact of microfinance services on women empowerment: a case study of kikuyu division
.” 2012. Thesis, University of Nairobi. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/11295/95537.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Kamau, Robert N. “The impact of microfinance services on women empowerment: a case study of kikuyu division
.” 2012. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Kamau RN. The impact of microfinance services on women empowerment: a case study of kikuyu division
. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/95537.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Kamau RN. The impact of microfinance services on women empowerment: a case study of kikuyu division
. [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/95537
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
University of Nairobi
10.
Bita, Austine Odhiambo.
Factors influencing provision of guidance and counselling services in mixed day secondary schools, Nyakach District, Kisumu County, Kenya
.
Degree: 2015, University of Nairobi
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/90739
► The purpose of the study was to find out the factors influencing effectiveness of guidance and counseling services in mixed day secondary schools in Nyakach…
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▼ The purpose of the study was to find out the factors influencing effectiveness of
guidance and counseling services in mixed day secondary schools in Nyakach
district, Kisumu County, Kenya. The study objectives were; to establish the extent to
which teacher/counselors’ training influenced the provision of G&C services in
public mixed day secondary schools in Nyakach District. To assess the extent to
which G&C facilities influence the provision of G&C services. To examine the
extent to which readiness of students to seek G&C services influence the provision of
G&C services. To determine the extent to which students’ attitude influence the
provision of G&C services.
The study employed descriptive survey research design, the sample consisted of all
the 36 public mixed day secondary school in Nyakach District because they are
few,312 students from both forms two and three, and 72 Guidance and Counseling
teachers. Research instruments used to collect data were questionnaires for students
and teachers. The reliability of the study correlated using Pearson product movement
correlation
The study concluded that, most teacher counselors are not trained on G&C, the G&C
departments lack essential resources, the students are willing to seek G&C services
but just a few do seek for guidance and counseling because of lack of confidentiality
and that the areas of G&C mostly focused on by teachers are academic and civic/
social G&C. The study recommends training teachers for guidance and counselling
and that government should provide resources for guidance and counseling. The
study suggests that a further research be carried out in school in urban areas, on the
funding of guidance and counsellingdepartment and also, a research should carried
out on confidentiality matters in G&C.
Subjects/Keywords: Counselling Services
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Bita, A. O. (2015). Factors influencing provision of guidance and counselling services in mixed day secondary schools, Nyakach District, Kisumu County, Kenya
. (Thesis). University of Nairobi. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11295/90739
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bita, Austine Odhiambo. “Factors influencing provision of guidance and counselling services in mixed day secondary schools, Nyakach District, Kisumu County, Kenya
.” 2015. Thesis, University of Nairobi. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/11295/90739.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bita, Austine Odhiambo. “Factors influencing provision of guidance and counselling services in mixed day secondary schools, Nyakach District, Kisumu County, Kenya
.” 2015. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Bita AO. Factors influencing provision of guidance and counselling services in mixed day secondary schools, Nyakach District, Kisumu County, Kenya
. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/90739.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Bita AO. Factors influencing provision of guidance and counselling services in mixed day secondary schools, Nyakach District, Kisumu County, Kenya
. [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/90739
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
University of Nairobi
11.
Mutuku, Aeron.
The relationship between microfinance services on growth of small and medium enterprises in Nairobi County
.
Degree: 2016, University of Nairobi
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99716
► This study set out to investigate the effects of microfinance Institutions services on the growth of small business growth in Kenya. The objective of this…
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▼ This study set out to investigate the effects of microfinance Institutions services on the growth of small business growth in Kenya. The objective of this study was to examine the effect of the services offered by microfinance institutions; Provision of finance, Training programs, Advisory services and Business idea generation services on the growth of small business. The study used questionnaires to collect data from a randomly selected sample of 145 respondents who were mainly small and medium business owners from Nairobi County. The data collected was then analyzed using statistical software SPSS version 20 and the findings presented in form of charts and graphs. The findings revealed strong evidence that access to microfinance services contributed to growth of small and medium enterprises in Nairobi County, Kenya as depicted by positive beta coefficients measured at 95% significance level. The study therefore recommends Microfinance banks to continue offering their services and to enhance their capacity to support small and medium enterprises for them to achieve growth and expansion. Small and medium enterprises owners are also recommended to seek microfinance services as they will positively contribute to growth of their business. Further the study recommends similar studies to be done in different environments and or using different variables to find out whether these findings hold.
Subjects/Keywords: Microfinance services
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Mutuku, A. (2016). The relationship between microfinance services on growth of small and medium enterprises in Nairobi County
. (Thesis). University of Nairobi. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99716
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mutuku, Aeron. “The relationship between microfinance services on growth of small and medium enterprises in Nairobi County
.” 2016. Thesis, University of Nairobi. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99716.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mutuku, Aeron. “The relationship between microfinance services on growth of small and medium enterprises in Nairobi County
.” 2016. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Mutuku A. The relationship between microfinance services on growth of small and medium enterprises in Nairobi County
. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99716.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Mutuku A. The relationship between microfinance services on growth of small and medium enterprises in Nairobi County
. [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/99716
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
The Ohio State University
12.
Irom, Sara Julie.
High Dose Antimicrobial Protocols for Canine Urinary Tract
Infections.
Degree: MS, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, 2010, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1274464691
► Background: Treatment for canine urinary tract infections (UTI) typically consists of 7-14 days of empirically chosen antimicrobial drugs. Enrofloxacin is a veterinary approved fluoroquinolone (FQ)…
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▼ Background: Treatment for canine urinary tract
infections (UTI) typically consists of 7-14 days of empirically
chosen antimicrobial drugs. Enrofloxacin is a veterinary approved
fluoroquinolone (FQ) antimicrobial and is useful for treatment of
canine UTI. Ciprofloxacin, the primary metabolite of enrofloxacin,
contributes additive antimicrobial activity. Higher doses of FQs
may inhibit the emergence of antimicrobial resistance. Objectives:
1) Determine if dogs with naturally occurring uncomplicated UTI
have equivalent microbiologic cure with a high dose short duration
protocol of enrofloxacin, compared to a standard antimicrobial
protocol. 2) Measure urine concentrations of enrofloxacin, and
ciprofloxacin, following a 20mg/kg single oral dose in healthy dogs
(n=6).Animals: Client-owned dogs with naturally occurring,
uncomplicated UTI (n=38), and healthy dogs owned by students and
staff of OSU-VMC (n=6). Methods: A multi-center clinical trial was
conducted. Dogs were assigned to 1 of 2 groups in a randomized
blinded manner. Dogs in group 1 received treatment with 18-20mg/kg
oral enrofloxacin (Baytril®) once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Dogs in Group 2 were treated with 13.75-25mg/kg oral
amoxicillin-clavulante (Clavamox®) twice daily for 14 days. Urine
and plasma concentrations of enrofloxacin and ciprofloxacin were
measured following a single dose of 20mg/kg oral enrofloxacin in 6
healthy dogs. Results: Thirty-eight dogs completed the clinical
trial. No difference in microbiologic cure was found between the
enrofloxacin or the amoxicillin-clavulanate groups (P= 1.0). In the
6 healthy dogs, mean peak urine concentrations were 138.7 µg/mL
(range 73.0 µg/mL – 226.0 µg/mL) for enrofloxacin and 370.9 µg/mL
(range 200.5 µg/mL – 638.9 µg/mL) for ciprofloxacin. Two-hour mean
plasma levels were 3.4 µg/mL (range 0.7 µg/mL – 8.9 µg/mL) for
enrofloxacin and 0.5 µg/mL (range 0.18 µg/mL – 0.96 µg/mL) for
ciprofloxacin.Conclusions and Clinical Relevence: The high-dose,
short-duration enrofloxacin protocol was equivocally effective to
the standard protocol in treating uncomplicated canine UTI in the
sample patient population, and may represent a viable alternative
therapeutic regime for similar patients. Ciprofloxacin contributes
the majority of the antimicrobial activity in the urine after high
dose enrofloxacin.
Advisors/Committee Members: Daniels, Joshua (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Irom, S. J. (2010). High Dose Antimicrobial Protocols for Canine Urinary Tract
Infections. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1274464691
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Irom, Sara Julie. “High Dose Antimicrobial Protocols for Canine Urinary Tract
Infections.” 2010. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1274464691.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Irom, Sara Julie. “High Dose Antimicrobial Protocols for Canine Urinary Tract
Infections.” 2010. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Irom SJ. High Dose Antimicrobial Protocols for Canine Urinary Tract
Infections. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1274464691.
Council of Science Editors:
Irom SJ. High Dose Antimicrobial Protocols for Canine Urinary Tract
Infections. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2010. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1274464691
The Ohio State University
13.
Nelson, Laura L.
The cardiorespiratory and anesthetic effects of clinical and
supraclinical doses of alfaxalone in cyclodextran in cats and
dogs.
Degree: MS, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, 2007, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400067639
► The anesthetic properties of steroid hormones were first identified in 1941, leading to the development of neurosteroids as clinical anesthetics. CT-1341 was developed in…
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▼ The anesthetic properties of steroid hormones
were first identified in 1941, leading to the development of
neurosteroids as clinical anesthetics. CT-1341 was developed in the
early 1970’s, featuring a combination of two neurosteroids
(alfaxalone and alphadolone) solubilized in Cremophor EL®, a
polyethylated castor oil derivative that allows hydrophobic
compounds to be carried in aqueous solution as micelles. Though
also possessing anesthetic properties, alphadolone was included
principally to improve the solubility of
alfaxalone. CT-1341, marketed as Althesin® and
Saffan®, was characterized by smooth anesthetic induction and
recovery in many species, a wide therapeutic range, and no
cumulative effects with repeated administration. Its
cardiorespiratory effects in humans and cats were generally mild.
However, it induced severe hypersensitivity reactions in dogs, with
similar reactions occasionally occurring in cats and humans. The
hypersensitivity reactions associated with this formulation were
linked to Cremophor EL®, leading to the discontinuation of
Althesin® and some other Cremophor®-containing
anesthetics. More recently, alternate vehicles
for hydrophobic drugs have been developed, including cyclodextrins.
Cyclodextrins are rings of a-1,4-linked glucose subunits that
feature a hydrophilic exterior and hydrophobic interior that allows
them to complex with appropriately sized hydrophobic drugs. One
such molecule, hydroxy-ß-cyclodextrin, has a very wide therapeutic
index, increases the solubility of alfaxalone by over 8,000 times,
and has been combined with alfaxalone as Alfaxan-CD
RTU®. The objectives of the described studies
were to administer clinical and supraclinical doses of Alfaxan-CD
RTU®, to assess the resultant quality of anesthesia, and to assess
anesthetic effects on hemodynamic, respiratory, pH, and blood gas
variables. We hypothesized that Alfaxan-CD RTU® would produce
general anesthesia of rapid onset and brief duration in healthy
dogs and cats, that minimal cardiorespiratory depression would
result from clinical doses, and that no histaminoid reactions would
occur. Eight healthy adult cats and dogs were
included in the study. Each cat was sequentially administered
placebo, 5 mg/kg, 15 mg/kg, and 50 mg/kg of Alfaxan-CD RTU®, with
washout periods of 1, 3, and 24 hours between treatments,
respectively. Monitored parameters included respiratory rate, tidal
volume, minute volume, lead II electrocardiography, heart rate,
arterial blood gas (pH, PaO2, PaCO2, and HCO3), systemic (systolic,
mean, and diastolic) and pulmonary arterial pressures, and body
temperature. Rate pressure product and systemic vascular resistance
were calculated. The qualities of induction,
anesthetic maintenance, and recovery and the response to a noxious
stimulus were assessed as categorical
variables. Alfaxan-CD RTU® doses of 2 mg/kg, 6
mg/kg, and 20 mg/kg were administered to each dog as blinded
treatments in random order. Each treatment was followed by a 3 hour
washout period. Monitored and…
Advisors/Committee Members: Dyce, Jonathan (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Nelson, L. L. (2007). The cardiorespiratory and anesthetic effects of clinical and
supraclinical doses of alfaxalone in cyclodextran in cats and
dogs. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400067639
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Nelson, Laura L. “The cardiorespiratory and anesthetic effects of clinical and
supraclinical doses of alfaxalone in cyclodextran in cats and
dogs.” 2007. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400067639.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Nelson, Laura L. “The cardiorespiratory and anesthetic effects of clinical and
supraclinical doses of alfaxalone in cyclodextran in cats and
dogs.” 2007. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Nelson LL. The cardiorespiratory and anesthetic effects of clinical and
supraclinical doses of alfaxalone in cyclodextran in cats and
dogs. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2007. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400067639.
Council of Science Editors:
Nelson LL. The cardiorespiratory and anesthetic effects of clinical and
supraclinical doses of alfaxalone in cyclodextran in cats and
dogs. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2007. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400067639
The Ohio State University
14.
Nichols, Sylvain.
Use of a polycaprolactone polymer graft to repair a teat
cistern mucosal defect in a dairy cow model.
Degree: MS, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, 2007, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400068130
► Teat injuries are frequent in dairy cattle. Removal of a large internal (covered) lesion precludes the closure of the teat mucosa. If left to…
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▼ Teat injuries are frequent in dairy cattle.
Removal of a large internal (covered) lesion precludes the closure
of the teat mucosa. If left to heal by second intention, collapse
of the teat cistern and adhesions between the teat walls will most
likely occur. Different tissues and grafting materials have been
used to reconstruct teat mucosa. At this time, each technique
developed has many post¬operative complications and carries a guard
prognosis for return to normal function of the
teat. In our study we hypothesized that
polycaprolactone (PCL), a new tissue engineered polymer, will
promote better healing when grafted over an induced teat mucosa
defect if compared with a defect left to heal by second intention.
The objectives of our study were to evaluate the biocompatibility
of the polymer with cow’s mammary tissue and to compare the healing
of an induced teat mucosa defect covered by PCL with the healing of
a defect left to heal by second intention. Four
cows allowing for a total of 16 teats were used in this study. Each
teat was randomly assigned to a treatment group (group l=defect
left to heal by second intention and group 2=defect cover by a PCL
polymer graft). With the cow in lateral recumbency, a 3 cm incision
was made to expose the teat cistern mucosa where a circular 8mm
defect was created. The defect was covered or not with the PCL
graft and the incision was closed. The healing of the defect was
followed weekly by ultrasound and bi-weekly by theloscopic
evaluation. The cows were euthanized 28 days after surgery and the
teats were retrieved for histopathologic
evaluation. No statistically significant
differences were found between groups regarding the degree of
inflammation, fibroplasia and epithelialisation. The defects left
uncovered were smaller 28 days after surgery and were covered
mostly by a stratified epithelium. The defects covered by the PCL
polymer graft were mostly covered by a squamous epithelium.
Adhesions and exuberant granulations tissues were present over the
defect for both treatment groups. No statistically significant
differences were found between groups regarding the ultrasound and
theloscopic findings. However, in both groups, the teat wall and
the defect sizes during ultrasonic evaluation were statistically
significantly thicker at 21 and 28 days if compared with
measurements obtained at Day 0, 7 and 14. The
biocompatibility of the PCL polymer with cow’s mammary tissue is
considered to be poor. However, many factors other than the
material itself can explain the results obtained in this study. The
exposure to milk secretions and the surgical technique might have
predisposed the surgery site to inflammation and adhesion
formation. The small number of animal used in this study might have
influenced negatively our results. Finally, the processing of the
polymer into 8 mm sheet might not have been
adequate. In conclusion, in a dry cow model, it
is not recommended to cover a 8 mm mucosal defect with a 5 µm of
thickness PCL sheet. Pre-seeding the polymer with…
Advisors/Committee Members: Rings, D. Micheal (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Nichols, S. (2007). Use of a polycaprolactone polymer graft to repair a teat
cistern mucosal defect in a dairy cow model. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400068130
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Nichols, Sylvain. “Use of a polycaprolactone polymer graft to repair a teat
cistern mucosal defect in a dairy cow model.” 2007. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400068130.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Nichols, Sylvain. “Use of a polycaprolactone polymer graft to repair a teat
cistern mucosal defect in a dairy cow model.” 2007. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Nichols S. Use of a polycaprolactone polymer graft to repair a teat
cistern mucosal defect in a dairy cow model. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2007. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400068130.
Council of Science Editors:
Nichols S. Use of a polycaprolactone polymer graft to repair a teat
cistern mucosal defect in a dairy cow model. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2007. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1400068130
The Ohio State University
15.
Hosoya, Kenji.
Dihydroartemisinin Exhibits Biologic Activity Against Canine
Osteosarcoma Cell Lines.
Degree: MS, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, 2007, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396282245
► Artemisinin is a chemical extracted from a plant Artemisia annua. It has recently been discovered to have anti-neoplastic properties. It is anecdotally being used by…
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▼ Artemisinin is a chemical extracted from a plant
Artemisia annua. It has recently been discovered to have
anti-neoplastic properties. It is anecdotally being used by
veterinarians and pet owners to treat various type of cancer,
expecially osteosarcoma. However, evidence is lacking to support
its biologic activity against canine osteosarcomas. Spontaneously
occurring osteosarcoma in the dog is also an excellent large animal
model for human osteosarcoma. In this study, we demonstrate the in
vitro cytotoxic effect of dihydroartemisinin, a newly emerging
potential anti-cancer agent with low systemic toxicity, in four
canine osteosarcoma cell lines. We show that dihydroartemisinin
induces concentration-dependent free radical generation by an
iron-dependent mechanism, resulting in growth inhibition in all
four cell lines tested. We also show that dihydroartemisinin
induces cellular apoptosis and decrease of G0/G1 cell population in
a concentration-dependent manner. This study is the first to
demonstrate in vitro cytotoxic activity of an artemisinin
derivative in canine osteosarcoma and provides relevant information
in order to design a clinical trial in canine
osteosarcoma.
Advisors/Committee Members: Kisseberth, William C. (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Hosoya, K. (2007). Dihydroartemisinin Exhibits Biologic Activity Against Canine
Osteosarcoma Cell Lines. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396282245
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Hosoya, Kenji. “Dihydroartemisinin Exhibits Biologic Activity Against Canine
Osteosarcoma Cell Lines.” 2007. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396282245.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Hosoya, Kenji. “Dihydroartemisinin Exhibits Biologic Activity Against Canine
Osteosarcoma Cell Lines.” 2007. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Hosoya K. Dihydroartemisinin Exhibits Biologic Activity Against Canine
Osteosarcoma Cell Lines. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2007. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396282245.
Council of Science Editors:
Hosoya K. Dihydroartemisinin Exhibits Biologic Activity Against Canine
Osteosarcoma Cell Lines. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2007. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396282245
The Ohio State University
16.
Roberts, Holly Ann.
Equine Intradermal Test Threshold Concentrations for House
Dust Mite and Storage Mite Allergens and Identification of Stable
Fauna.
Degree: MS, Comparative and Veterinary Medicine, 2014, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396694230
► The presence of house dust mites (HDMs) and storage mites (SMs) in the human environment has been established worldwide and both contribute to atopic disease…
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▼ The presence of house dust mites (HDMs) and storage
mites (SMs) in the human environment has been established worldwide
and both contribute to atopic disease consisting of atopic
dermatitis, asthma and allergic rhinitis in some individuals. The
Dermatophagoides, Acarus, Tyrophagus and Lepidoglyphus mite genera
contribute to the pathogenesis of atopic disease. HDMs and SMs have
also been implicated in atopic dermatitis in veterinary medicine.
Extensive work has been done for canine mite induced allergic
patients, but relatively little information is available for equine
allergic patients. Intradermal testing is performed in veterinary
patients to identify environmental antigens that cause disease with
the intent of formulating allergen-specific immunotherapy. Equine
HDM and SM intradermal test (IDT) threshold concentrations (TCs)
for the Midwestern United States are unknown. The mite stable fauna
for the Midwestern region of the United States has not been
determined. The objectives of this study were to determine IDT TCs
for HDM and SM species, to quantify mite-specific IgE
concentrations in thirty-eight clinically normal horses over two
seasons and to characterize the mite fauna of a stable in this
region across three seasons. Subjective measurements of IDT
reactions were used to determine the TCs for Dermatophagoides
farinae, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, Acarus siro, Tyrophagus
putrescentiae and Lepidoglyphus destructor. The reactions were
scored using a scale of 0 to 4+. Allergen testing concentrations
ranged from 1:320,000-1:20,000 w/v for HDMs and 1:160,000-1:5,000
w/v for SMs. Threshold concentrations were defined as the highest
concentration of a mite allergen where =10% of horses had a
positive subjective reaction (=2+) at 15 min. Analysis of equine
serum-specific IgE was performed using a commercially available
allergen-specific IgE ELISA test. Specialized mite traps and
modified flotation methods were used to collect mites in spring,
late summer and winter from nine locations on one farm. Selected
locations for mite collection represented the three different
stabling environments used, bedding types, feed materials or
combinations thereof. A single-baited mite trap was placed at each
of the locations for a four-day period (96 h), while 200 g of
material was gathered from each site on the fourth day for
flotation. An acarologist morphologically identified and quantified
the species of HDMs and SMs collected. Subjectively determined TCs
were: 1:80,000 w/v for Dermatophagoides farinae in both seasons,
1:80,000 w/v in spring and 1:160,000 w/v in late summer for
Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, 1:40,000 w/v in spring and 1:20,000
w/v in late summer for Acarus siro, 1:20,000 w/v for Lepidoglyphus
destructor in both seasons, and 1:20,000 w/v in spring and 1:10,000
w/v in late summer for Tyrophagus putrescentiae. In both seasons,
at least one horse had a positive serum IgE result for each HDM or
SM evaluated. Negative serum IgE concentrations for all mite
species were present in 55% of horses in spring and 66% in…
Advisors/Committee Members: Lorch, Gwendolen (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Roberts, H. A. (2014). Equine Intradermal Test Threshold Concentrations for House
Dust Mite and Storage Mite Allergens and Identification of Stable
Fauna. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396694230
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Roberts, Holly Ann. “Equine Intradermal Test Threshold Concentrations for House
Dust Mite and Storage Mite Allergens and Identification of Stable
Fauna.” 2014. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396694230.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Roberts, Holly Ann. “Equine Intradermal Test Threshold Concentrations for House
Dust Mite and Storage Mite Allergens and Identification of Stable
Fauna.” 2014. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Roberts HA. Equine Intradermal Test Threshold Concentrations for House
Dust Mite and Storage Mite Allergens and Identification of Stable
Fauna. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396694230.
Council of Science Editors:
Roberts HA. Equine Intradermal Test Threshold Concentrations for House
Dust Mite and Storage Mite Allergens and Identification of Stable
Fauna. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2014. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1396694230
The Ohio State University
17.
Ishihara, Akikazu.
Gene and Cell-Based BMP-2 and -6 Gene Therapy For Equine
Bone Regeneration.
Degree: PhD, Veterinary Biosciences, 2009, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1258748598
► Fracture is still a life-threatening disorder in horses, but current treatment options have not provided satisfying outcomes for complicated and catastrophic fractures in horses. Cell-mediated…
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▼ Fracture is still a life-threatening disorder in
horses, but current treatment options have not provided satisfying
outcomes for complicated and catastrophic fractures in horses.
Cell-mediated and direct gene therapies have provided numerous
promising results in recent years and may become as practical
alternative solutions for the potential treatments of equine bone
repair and regeneration. We demonstrated that sufficient gene
transfer could be achieved by using an adenoviral (Ad) vector in
equine cells. High vector dosages could be used in equine cells
because of relative resistance to cytotoxicity in these cells
compared to a human cell line. We evaluated the healing of equine
metatarsal osteotomies and ostectomies in response to delayed
percutaneous injection of adenoviral bone morphogenetic protein-2
(Ad-BMP2), Ad-BMP6, or beta-galactosidase protein vector control
(Ad-LacZ) administered 14 days after surgery. Radiographic and
quantitative computed tomographic (qCT) assessment of bone
formation indicated greater and earlier mineralized callus in the
bone defects injected with Ad-BMP2 or Ad-BMP6. Peak torque to
failure and torsional stiffness were greater in osteotomies treated
with Ad-BMP2 than Ad-BMP6, and both Ad-BMP-2 and Ad-BMP6 treated
osteotomies were greater than Ad-LacZ or untreated osteotomies.
Gene expression of ostectomy mineralized callus 8 weeks after
surgery indicated upregulation of genes related to osteogenesis
compared to intact metatarsal bone. These results demonstrated a
greater relative potency of Ad-BMP2 over Ad-BMP6 in accelerating
osteotomy healing. We also evaluated the healing of equine
metacarpal/metatarsal osteotomies in response to the percutaneous
injection of autologous dermal fibroblasts (DFb) genetically
engineered to secrete BMP2 or demonstrate green fluorescent protein
(GFP) gene expression administered 14 days after surgery.
Radiographic assessment of bone formation indicated greater and
earlier healing of bone defects treated with DFb with BMP2 gene
augumentation. The qCT and biomechanical testing revealed greater
mineralized callus and torsional strength of DFb-BMP2 treated bone
defects. On the histologic evaluation, the bone defects with
DFb-BMP2 implantation had greater formation of mature cartilage and
bone nodules within the osteotomy gap and greater mineralization
activity on osteotomy edges. In addition, we compared the
DFb-mediated and direct adenoviral vector delivery of BMP2 for
relative efficacy in bone regeneration. Equine rib drill defects
were treated by percutaneous injection of either DFb-BMP2 or
Ad-BMP2 vector. At week 6, both of the DFb-BMP2- and
Ad-BMP2-treated rib defects had greater bone filling volume and
mineral density, with DFb-BMP2 inducing greater bone volume and
maturity in cortical bone aspect of the defect than Ad-BMP2. The
transplantation of DFb alone induced modest bone formation.
Increased mineral density and bone turnover were evident in the
cortical and cancellous bone directly adjacent to the healing drill
defects treated with either…
Advisors/Committee Members: Bertone, Alicia (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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APA (6th Edition):
Ishihara, A. (2009). Gene and Cell-Based BMP-2 and -6 Gene Therapy For Equine
Bone Regeneration. (Doctoral Dissertation). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1258748598
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Ishihara, Akikazu. “Gene and Cell-Based BMP-2 and -6 Gene Therapy For Equine
Bone Regeneration.” 2009. Doctoral Dissertation, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1258748598.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Ishihara, Akikazu. “Gene and Cell-Based BMP-2 and -6 Gene Therapy For Equine
Bone Regeneration.” 2009. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Ishihara A. Gene and Cell-Based BMP-2 and -6 Gene Therapy For Equine
Bone Regeneration. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. The Ohio State University; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1258748598.
Council of Science Editors:
Ishihara A. Gene and Cell-Based BMP-2 and -6 Gene Therapy For Equine
Bone Regeneration. [Doctoral Dissertation]. The Ohio State University; 2009. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1258748598
The Ohio State University
18.
Schneider, Christine Pariseau.
Relative potency and duration of analgesia following palmar
digital intra-neural alcohol injection for heel pain in
horses.
Degree: MS, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, 2013, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1364991994
► Objective: To determine the potency (percent analgesia), duration of action (up to four months), and clinical and histological effects of surgical exposure and intra-neural injection…
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▼ Objective: To determine the potency (percent
analgesia), duration of action (up to four months), and clinical
and histological effects of surgical exposure and intra-neural
injection of 98% dehydrated medical-grade ethyl alcohol compared to
no treatment (negative control), sham operation (surgical control),
or formaldehyde injection (positive control) to decrease
experimentally-induced palmar heel pain in horses. Animals: Six
horses Procedures: The horses were fitted with a custom
pressure-inducing shoe and had outcome measurements for each heel
performed before and after nerve treatments. Outcomes included
induced lameness grade and vertical peak force with pressure
applied to each heel, thermal and touch sensation for each heel,
and pastern circumference. Outcomes were followed serially for 112
days when nerves were harvested for histology. Results: Alcohol and
formaldehyde reduced all measures of heel pain which progressed
toward return, but persisted over the 112 days of the study
(P<0.05). Pastern circumference was not different for alcohol
than sham treatment, but was greater in formaldehyde than alcohol
or baseline (P<0.05). Histological evaluation showed
preservation of nerve fiber alignment with an intact epineurium,
loss of axons (axon drop out), axon degeneration, fibrosis and
inflammation in alcohol- and formaldehyde-injected nerves compared
to control nerves. Formaldehyde injection induced greater fibrosis
and inflammation than alcohol.Conclusions and Clinical Relevance:
Alcohol injection induced effective neural blockade for months with
evidence that nerve structure and function could return.
Formaldehyde injection showed no advantage over alcohol and is not
recommended under the conditions of our study due to soft tissue
inflammation.
Advisors/Committee Members: Bertone, Alicia (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Schneider, C. P. (2013). Relative potency and duration of analgesia following palmar
digital intra-neural alcohol injection for heel pain in
horses. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1364991994
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Schneider, Christine Pariseau. “Relative potency and duration of analgesia following palmar
digital intra-neural alcohol injection for heel pain in
horses.” 2013. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1364991994.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Schneider, Christine Pariseau. “Relative potency and duration of analgesia following palmar
digital intra-neural alcohol injection for heel pain in
horses.” 2013. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Schneider CP. Relative potency and duration of analgesia following palmar
digital intra-neural alcohol injection for heel pain in
horses. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1364991994.
Council of Science Editors:
Schneider CP. Relative potency and duration of analgesia following palmar
digital intra-neural alcohol injection for heel pain in
horses. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2013. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1364991994
The Ohio State University
19.
Provencher, Michele.
Kinematic magnetic resonance imaging for evaluation of
cervical spondylomyelopathy in dogs.
Degree: MS, Comparative and Veterinary Medicine, 2016, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1460470566
► The pathogenesis of cervical spondylomyelopathy (CSM) is similar to cervical spondylotic myelopathy in humans (hCSM). In patients with hCSM, kinematic MRI (kMRI) is used, which…
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▼ The pathogenesis of cervical spondylomyelopathy (CSM)
is similar to cervical spondylotic myelopathy in humans (hCSM). In
patients with hCSM, kinematic MRI (kMRI) is used, which evaluates
how flexion and extension of the cervical vertebral column affects
spinal cord compression. The purposes of this study were to (1)
assess how cervical flexion and extension affect spinal cord
compression in Doberman Pinschers and Great Danes with CSM, and (2)
evaluate an MRI compatible positioning device that allowed
controlled flexion and extension of the cervical vertebral column.
Nine Doberman Pinschers with disc-associated CSM (DA-CSM) and 12
dogs with osseous-associated CSM (OA-CSM) were prospectively
studied. An MRI was performed with the cervical vertebral column
positioned in neutral, traction (DA-CSM only), flexion, and
extension. Morphologic and morphometric assessments comparing
neutral, flexion and extension were then performed. In dogs with
DA-CSM, flexion was associated with improvement or resolution of
spinal cord compression and extension caused worsening of
compressions. Extension also identified new compressive lesions and
was significantly associated with dorsal and ventral compression at
C5-C6 (p=0.021) and C6-C7 (p=0.031). In dogs with OA-CSM, extension
identified compressions that were not present with standard
positioning, especially at C4-C5 (p = 0.02). Neurologic
deterioration did not occur in the patient population evaluated
here. We concluded that kMRI can be safely performed in dogs with
DA-CSM and OA-CSM. Specifically, imaging in extension may reveal
sites of spinal cord compression that are not present with standard
positioning.
Advisors/Committee Members: da Costa, Ronaldo (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Provencher, M. (2016). Kinematic magnetic resonance imaging for evaluation of
cervical spondylomyelopathy in dogs. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1460470566
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Provencher, Michele. “Kinematic magnetic resonance imaging for evaluation of
cervical spondylomyelopathy in dogs.” 2016. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1460470566.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Provencher, Michele. “Kinematic magnetic resonance imaging for evaluation of
cervical spondylomyelopathy in dogs.” 2016. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Provencher M. Kinematic magnetic resonance imaging for evaluation of
cervical spondylomyelopathy in dogs. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2016. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1460470566.
Council of Science Editors:
Provencher M. Kinematic magnetic resonance imaging for evaluation of
cervical spondylomyelopathy in dogs. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2016. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1460470566
University of Namibia
20.
Mbongo, Emilia N.
The factors impacting the successful implementation of guidance and counselling services in secondary schools in the Ohangwena region.
Degree: 2013, University of Namibia
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/899
► This study assessed the guidance and counselling services in senior secondary schools in Ohangwena region with the view to determine the teacher counsellors’ views on…
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▼ This study assessed the guidance and counselling services in senior secondary
schools in Ohangwena region with the view to determine the teacher counsellors’
views on the factors impacting the implementation of guidance and counselling
services. Literature shows that guidance and counselling plays a vital role in
preventing educational, emotional, social, personal and other problems among
learners. It was therefore important to the researcher to determine teacher
counsellors’ views on factors impacting the successful implementation of guidance
and counseling in schools. The study was quantitative in nature and a non-experimental design that involved a survey was used. The population of the study comprised the teacher counsellors in all the senior secondary schools in Ohangwena region. Data were collected using questionnaires which were administered to a sample of twenty six (26) teacher counsellors. Teacher counsellors were purposively sampled.The data was analysed by use of descriptive statistics using The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS).
The study revealed that teacher counsellors viewed inadequate training in SGC, high teaching loads and time constraints, lack of support given to teacher counsellors and lack of resources and facilities as some of the factors impacting the successful implementation of SGC. The study also revealed that some biographical variables (i.e. age, qualifications, teaching experience, counselling experience, training in guidance and counselling, and type of training they received) significantly influenced the way teacher counsellors viewed SGC. Furthermore, teacher counsellors would need to be supported by parents, teachers, school principals, Inspectors of Education, Regional School Counsellors, and other
teacher counsellors, in order to improve SCG. Based on these findings, the researcher recommended that the training of teacher counsellors in school guidance and counselling be improved, reduced work load, better resources and facilities and for teacher counsellors to be supported in order for guidance and counselling to be successfully implemented in schools.
Subjects/Keywords: Counselling services
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Mbongo, E. N. (2013). The factors impacting the successful implementation of guidance and counselling services in secondary schools in the Ohangwena region.
(Thesis). University of Namibia. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11070/899
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mbongo, Emilia N. “The factors impacting the successful implementation of guidance and counselling services in secondary schools in the Ohangwena region.
” 2013. Thesis, University of Namibia. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/11070/899.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mbongo, Emilia N. “The factors impacting the successful implementation of guidance and counselling services in secondary schools in the Ohangwena region.
” 2013. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Mbongo EN. The factors impacting the successful implementation of guidance and counselling services in secondary schools in the Ohangwena region.
[Internet] [Thesis]. University of Namibia; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/899.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Mbongo EN. The factors impacting the successful implementation of guidance and counselling services in secondary schools in the Ohangwena region.
[Thesis]. University of Namibia; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/899
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
The Ohio State University
21.
Bertran, Judith.
THREE-DIMENSIONAL ROBOTIC KINEMATIC ANALYSIS OF THE CANINE
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT.
Degree: MS, Comparative and Veterinary Medicine, 2015, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1447700134
► Total knee replacement (TKR) has been a valid treatment option for end stage joint OA to alleviate pain and restore function of knees that suffer…
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▼ Total knee replacement (TKR) has been a valid
treatment option for end stage joint OA to alleviate pain and
restore function of knees that suffer from disease or trauma. TKR
affects the kinetics and kinematics of the operated knee. In-vivo
and ex-vivo canine TKR kinematic data is currently lacking in dogs.
Using a 6-degrees-of-freedom (6-DOF) robotic kinematics system, we
tested the hypothesis that TKR would result in statistically
significant alterations in stifle kinematics when compared with the
intact joint. A joint testing system with 6-DOF (Rotopod R2000) was
used to first, cycle the joints through range of motion, second to
apply external loads on different stifle flexion angles (135°, 90°,
60°) and lastly to apply gait cycle to 8 cadaveric canine stifles,
before and after TKR. Kinematic variables included cranio-caudal
translations, internal-external rotations and varus-valgus
rotations. A Wilcoxon Rank Sum test was performed. Significance
level was set at p< .05.During passive flexion tests, the TKR
tibiae moved significantly more caudally than the native tibiae.
Significant internal rotation of the TKR tibiae occurred as a
result of implantation of the prosthesis. The TKR tibiae had linear
internal rotation throughout flexion. Cranio-caudal translation was
significantly greater after TKR (p<.01) in 90° and 60°.
Internal-external rotation was significantly greater prior to TKR
(p< .01) in all flexion angles. Varus-valgus rotation was
significantly greater prior to TKR procedure (p<.01) only in 60°
of flexion. Stifle joint kinematics are significantly different
after TKR. Canine TKR (BioMedtrix) provides semi-constrained
technology of the knee. Kinematic data from this ex-vivo study will
provide fundamental data to understand and compare in-vivo TKR
kinematic.
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Bertran, J. (2015). THREE-DIMENSIONAL ROBOTIC KINEMATIC ANALYSIS OF THE CANINE
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1447700134
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bertran, Judith. “THREE-DIMENSIONAL ROBOTIC KINEMATIC ANALYSIS OF THE CANINE
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT.” 2015. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1447700134.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bertran, Judith. “THREE-DIMENSIONAL ROBOTIC KINEMATIC ANALYSIS OF THE CANINE
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT.” 2015. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Bertran J. THREE-DIMENSIONAL ROBOTIC KINEMATIC ANALYSIS OF THE CANINE
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1447700134.
Council of Science Editors:
Bertran J. THREE-DIMENSIONAL ROBOTIC KINEMATIC ANALYSIS OF THE CANINE
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2015. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1447700134
North-West University
22.
Mongwaketse, D I.
The impact of accountability and service delivery in Dr Ruth S Mompati district municipality / D.I Mongwaketse
.
Degree: 2010, North-West University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16063
► This paper reports an evaluation of accountability and its impact on service delivery in the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality. Historically, services were delivered…
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▼ This paper reports an evaluation of accountability and its impact on service delivery
in the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality. Historically, services were delivered
but not to the expectation of communities since there was no consultation and proper
planning. The Dr Ruth S Mompati District .Municipality communities are consulted
and they have an Integrated Developmental Plan as it is required by legislations.
The communities of this District are satisfied with the services that are rendered and
they believe that the services are sustainable.
Subjects/Keywords: Municipal services
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Mongwaketse, D. I. (2010). The impact of accountability and service delivery in Dr Ruth S Mompati district municipality / D.I Mongwaketse
. (Thesis). North-West University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16063
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mongwaketse, D I. “The impact of accountability and service delivery in Dr Ruth S Mompati district municipality / D.I Mongwaketse
.” 2010. Thesis, North-West University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16063.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mongwaketse, D I. “The impact of accountability and service delivery in Dr Ruth S Mompati district municipality / D.I Mongwaketse
.” 2010. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Mongwaketse DI. The impact of accountability and service delivery in Dr Ruth S Mompati district municipality / D.I Mongwaketse
. [Internet] [Thesis]. North-West University; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16063.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Mongwaketse DI. The impact of accountability and service delivery in Dr Ruth S Mompati district municipality / D.I Mongwaketse
. [Thesis]. North-West University; 2010. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16063
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
North-West University
23.
Mokae, Mamogomane Phindile.
The effectiveness of integrated planning for service delivery and economic growth / Mamogomane Phindile Mokae
.
Degree: 2012, North-West University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16162
► The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Integrated Development Plan (lDP) as a tool to accelerate service delivery and economic…
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▼ The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Integrated Development
Plan (lDP) as a tool to accelerate service delivery and economic growth. The study is
guided by the objectives below:
• Investigate the implementation of the municipal Integrated Development Plan
(IDP)
• Establish the problems faced by the Integrated Development Plan (IDP)
• Evaluate the level of participation of the public
• Determine the improvement of service delivery brought about by the Integrated
Development Plan (lDP)
• Assess the level of skills and capacity of municipal officials and their knowledge,
understanding and readiness, for implementation of a successful effective IDP to
accelerate service delivery
• Recommend effective ways to accelerate service delivery, poverty alleviation, job
creation and economic growth through the IDP. The study achieved the objectives
desired through questionnaires. The study is empirical and uses a qualitative
methodology.
The study is empirical, and semi-structured questionnaires were used to collect data.
The major findings of the study are that: problems such as finance and politics,
centralization of authority, lack of skilled and trained IDP employees, limited public
participation, and lack of progress on service delivery, economic development, poor
infrastructure and poor implementation of IDP are the main problems plaguing the
delivery of effective and efficient IDP to address service delivery.
Some of the mam recommendations from the researcher to the municipality in
discussion are: Training, skilling and development of municipal employee, Effective
management, budgeting and planning Promotion of social and economic development
and encouragement of public participation through SMMEs, BEE but most important,
effective implementation of IDP policies.
Subjects/Keywords: Municipal services
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Mokae, M. P. (2012). The effectiveness of integrated planning for service delivery and economic growth / Mamogomane Phindile Mokae
. (Thesis). North-West University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16162
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mokae, Mamogomane Phindile. “The effectiveness of integrated planning for service delivery and economic growth / Mamogomane Phindile Mokae
.” 2012. Thesis, North-West University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16162.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mokae, Mamogomane Phindile. “The effectiveness of integrated planning for service delivery and economic growth / Mamogomane Phindile Mokae
.” 2012. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Mokae MP. The effectiveness of integrated planning for service delivery and economic growth / Mamogomane Phindile Mokae
. [Internet] [Thesis]. North-West University; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16162.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Mokae MP. The effectiveness of integrated planning for service delivery and economic growth / Mamogomane Phindile Mokae
. [Thesis]. North-West University; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/16162
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
University of New South Wales
24.
Liu, Dan.
An examination of customer advocacy in a services context.
Degree: Marketing, 2012, University of New South Wales
URL: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/52375
;
https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:11048/SOURCE1?view=true
► Customer advocacy involves strong and passionate recommendations being made by customers. However, there is little published research indicating how and why customers act as advocates…
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▼ Customer advocacy involves strong and passionate recommendations being made by customers. However, there is little published research indicating how and why customers act as advocates for service providers for whom they have strong feelings. The primary aim of this research is to investigate the characteristics of and the contributors to customer advocacy.The research project consists of three studies. Study 1 conceptualizes and develops a scale of customer advocacy based on both qualitative and quantitative research. Results suggest that customer advocacy is a second-order construct characterized by two dimensions - spontaneous endorsement and proactive promotion. The scale exhibits solid reliability, predictive validity and discriminant validity from the theoretically-related measure of general positive WOM. Study 2 draws on self-determination theory to examine the determinants and contingent conditions of customer advocacy. Structural equation modelling analysis indicates that advocacy is largely driven by evaluative and motivational antecedents, while the effect of these antecedents on advocacy is moderated by situational and relational factors. In addition, the determinants of customer advocacy differ in their impact on general positive WOM. For example, the relative importance of the motivational dimensions is stronger in advocacy than in general positive WOM. Study 3 profiles customers with varying degrees of strength of recommendation across a range of demographic, consumer-related and psychographic factors. It is found that customers who are female, heavy users and referred by other customers are more likely to produce the strongest level of recommendation. Advocates and general positive WOM communicators tend to have a greater level of agreeableness and risk-aversion. Further, latent class analysis identifies four segments of customers. These customer segments display varying degrees of recommendation strength and other attitudinal/behavioural loyalty outcomes with unique demographic characteristics. This research appears to make the first attempt to conceptually delineate customer advocacy and to reveal the contributing influences behind the higher levels of recommendation strength. It should assist service managers in prioritizing their targeting of customers and their service improvement efforts in exploiting the power of customer recommendation as an important component of customer strategy.
Advisors/Committee Members: Payne, Adrian, Marketing, Australian School of Business, UNSW, Harris, Jennifer, Marketing, Australian School of Business, UNSW.
Subjects/Keywords: Advocacy; Services
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Liu, D. (2012). An examination of customer advocacy in a services context. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of New South Wales. Retrieved from http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/52375 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:11048/SOURCE1?view=true
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Liu, Dan. “An examination of customer advocacy in a services context.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, University of New South Wales. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/52375 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:11048/SOURCE1?view=true.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Liu, Dan. “An examination of customer advocacy in a services context.” 2012. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Liu D. An examination of customer advocacy in a services context. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of New South Wales; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/52375 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:11048/SOURCE1?view=true.
Council of Science Editors:
Liu D. An examination of customer advocacy in a services context. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of New South Wales; 2012. Available from: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/52375 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:11048/SOURCE1?view=true
Rutgers University
25.
Ruppert, John R., 1983-.
Ecosystem services in environmental science literacy.
Degree: PhD, Ecology and Evolution, 2015, Rutgers University
URL: https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/48640/
► Human beings depend on a set of benefits that emerge from functioning ecosystems, termed Ecosystem Services (ES), and make decisions in everyday life that affect…
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▼ Human beings depend on a set of benefits that emerge from functioning ecosystems, termed Ecosystem Services (ES), and make decisions in everyday life that affect these ES. Recent advancements in science have led to an increasingly sophisticated understanding of ES and how they can be used to inform environmental decision-making. Following suit, US science education policy makers have highlighted the importance of learning about ES in the most recent national standards: the Next Generation Science Standards. While recognized as important, science education research aimed at empirically exploring what it is one should know about ES, in order to be scientifically literate, is only beginning to gain traction. This dissertation research provides empirical evidence toward this aim. Using a set of Delphi studies, which involve iterative survey of experts in a domain until a consensus is reached, the research described in this dissertation first identified: (a) a definition of ES for non-academic audiences, (b) a set of big ideas important to connecting ES to everyday environmental decisions, (c) important questions that citizens can ask when evaluating claims and making decisions about ES, and (d) practices that citizens can use to find scientific resources (e.g. evidence, testimony) that can help them find answers to these important questions. These Delphi Studies provided an academic expert-based postulate regarding what one needs to know about ES in order to be scientifically literate, however, research on scientific literacy cannot rely solely on the views of experts. Following a model for empirical research on scientific literacy proposed by Feinstein, I compliment these expert-based descriptions with research on authentic engagement with science to see if the knowledge postulated as important, is actually used in productive ways. The results of this research underscore the importance of the NRC Crosscutting concepts for scientific literacy writ large, provide a justification for including ES under multiple Disciplinary Core Ideas, emphasize the importance of knowledge about the nature of scientific evidence, and accentuate a need to clarify how citizens can use science practices in decision-making roles. Implications for research on scientific literacy writ large and classroom instruction on ES are discussed.
Advisors/Committee Members: Duncan, Ravit Golan (chair), Jordan, Rebecca (internal member), Handel, Steven (internal member), Berkowitz, Alan (outside member).
Subjects/Keywords: Ecosystem services
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Ruppert, John R., 1. (2015). Ecosystem services in environmental science literacy. (Doctoral Dissertation). Rutgers University. Retrieved from https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/48640/
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Ruppert, John R., 1983-. “Ecosystem services in environmental science literacy.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, Rutgers University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/48640/.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Ruppert, John R., 1983-. “Ecosystem services in environmental science literacy.” 2015. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Ruppert, John R. 1. Ecosystem services in environmental science literacy. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Rutgers University; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/48640/.
Council of Science Editors:
Ruppert, John R. 1. Ecosystem services in environmental science literacy. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Rutgers University; 2015. Available from: https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/48640/
The Ohio State University
26.
Vansteenkiste, Daniella P.
MicroRNA expression in the cerebrospinal fluid of dogs with
and without Cervical Spondylomyelopathy.
Degree: MS, Comparative and Veterinary Medicine, 2019, The Ohio State University
URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1554387582013973
► Osseous associated cervical spondylomyelopathy (OA-CSM) is a degenerative condition of the cervical vertebral column that affects mainly giant dog breeds. microRNAs (miRNA) are small RNAs…
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▼ Osseous associated cervical spondylomyelopathy
(OA-CSM) is a degenerative condition of the cervical vertebral
column that affects mainly giant dog breeds. microRNAs (miRNA) are
small RNAs that play important gene-regulatory roles, and recent
data suggest that circulating miRNAs present in biological fluids
may serve as potential biomarkers of neurodegenerative disease. The
miRNA profile of normal canine cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and OA-CSM
has not been previously described; therefore, the overarching goal
of this study was to characterize the expression levels of miRNAs
present in the CSF of Great Danes and identify differentially
expressed miRNAs present in the CSF of dogs clinically affected
with OA-CSM. Global CSF miRNA expression levels were evaluated in
twelve clinically normal dogs and 12 OA-CSM affected dogs using the
NanoString nCounter platform. We identified eight miRNAs showing
differential expression in OA-CSM dogs compared to clinically
normal dogs. MiR-299-5p and miR-765 were upregulated and miR-494,
miR-612, miR-302-d, miR-4531, miR-4455 and miR-6721-5p were
downregulated in the OA-CSM affected dogs. qRT-PCR was performed to
validate the expression levels of two miRNAs (miR-494 and miR-612).
We found that miR-494 expression was increased by 1.5 fold in the
OA-CSM affected dogs, and the expression of miR-612 was decreased
by 1.2 fold in the OA-CSM affected group (P-value= 0.41 and 0.89
respectively).Data generated from our study represent an initial
characterization of the global miRNA profile of canine CSF and
suggest that a distinct CSF miRNA expression profile is associated
with OA-CSM in dogs.
Advisors/Committee Members: da Costa, Ronaldo (Advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Veterinary Services
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Vansteenkiste, D. P. (2019). MicroRNA expression in the cerebrospinal fluid of dogs with
and without Cervical Spondylomyelopathy. (Masters Thesis). The Ohio State University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1554387582013973
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Vansteenkiste, Daniella P. “MicroRNA expression in the cerebrospinal fluid of dogs with
and without Cervical Spondylomyelopathy.” 2019. Masters Thesis, The Ohio State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1554387582013973.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Vansteenkiste, Daniella P. “MicroRNA expression in the cerebrospinal fluid of dogs with
and without Cervical Spondylomyelopathy.” 2019. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Vansteenkiste DP. MicroRNA expression in the cerebrospinal fluid of dogs with
and without Cervical Spondylomyelopathy. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2019. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1554387582013973.
Council of Science Editors:
Vansteenkiste DP. MicroRNA expression in the cerebrospinal fluid of dogs with
and without Cervical Spondylomyelopathy. [Masters Thesis]. The Ohio State University; 2019. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1554387582013973
Université de Sherbrooke
27.
Belzile, Louise.
Analyse des pratiques de tenue de dossiers cliniques des gestionnaires de cas sous l'angle de la continuité comme attribut essentiel de la qualité des services
.
Degree: 2010, Université de Sherbrooke
URL: http://savoirs.usherbrooke.ca/handle/11143/184
► Résumé : La qualité des services est considérée de plus en plus comme un paramètre essentiel de la conception des services sociosanitaires (MSSS, 2005). Selon…
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▼ Résumé : La qualité des
services est considérée de plus en plus comme un paramètre essentiel de la conception des
services sociosanitaires (MSSS, 2005). Selon les divers modèles théoriques de la qualité des
services (Donabedian, 1980; Kroger, 2007; OMS, 2004), la continuité des
services en constitue une composante importante, surtout pour une organisation des
services qui se veut de plus en plus intégrée. La continuité est abordée ici en s'appuyant sur la définition tridimensionnelle qu'en donnent Reid, Haggerty & McKendry, (2003). Elle est relationnelle, ce qui implique l'existence de rapports significatifs entre professionnels et usagers. Elle est informationnelle, ce qui suppose de rendre accessibles aux professionnels les informations requises pour l'exercice de leurs fonctions. Enfin, il faut ajouter la dimension d'approche, laquelle renvoie à la cohérence des diverses actions accomplies pour le bien-être et au bénéfice de l'usager. Le dossier clinique se présente comme une fenêtre par laquelle les trois objets que sont la qualité des
services, l'intégration des
services et la continuité des
services peuvent se révéler et s'articuler. Pourtant, peu de recherches ont analysé le dossier clinique spécifiquement sous cet angle, privilégiant plutôt les études portant sur sa conformité à certaines normes (audits) ou l'utilisation des dossiers cliniques dans une optique de triangulation des données. La présente étude aborde le dossier clinique en tant qu'observatoire de la continuité. Cette position s'explique par les contextes social et scientifique actuels, qui considèrent la continuité comme une dimension transversale de la qualité (Kroger et al. 2007) et la voient comme à la fois une condition et un effet de l'intégration des
services. Notre étude vise à repérer et à catégoriser des indices de continuité des
services tels qu'on les retrouve dans des dossiers cliniques d'usagers inscrits en gestion de cas, et ce, dans le but de contribuer à l'accroissement de la qualité dans les
services dispensés aux personnes âgées. En identifiant les façons dont les professionnels inscrivent des traces de continuité dans les dossiers cliniques des usagers et en dégageant les composantes de la continuité qui sont présentes dans les rédactions, la pertinence de l'usage des dossiers cliniques dans l'analyse de la continuité est précisée et quelques pistes méthodologiques d'analyse de la continuité des
services peuvent être esquissées. Nous avons procédé à l'analyse de 16 dossiers cliniques de personnes âgées de 75 ans et plus, qui vivent dans deux territoires où existent des réseaux intégrés de
services et qui sont inscrites en gestion de cas depuis au moins six mois. L'information contenue dans les dossiers cliniques des usagers a été extraite à l'aide d'outils conçus à cette fin spécialement pour notre étude. L'approche qualitative que nous mettons à contribution opère un double mouvement analytique de déduction et d'induction des formes de continuité que l'on retrouve dans les dossiers cliniques. Précisons que…
Advisors/Committee Members: Lenoir, Annick (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Dossier clinique;
Intégration des services;
Continuité des services;
Qualité des services;
Clinical record;
Services integration;
Continuity of services;
Quality of services
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Belzile, L. (2010). Analyse des pratiques de tenue de dossiers cliniques des gestionnaires de cas sous l'angle de la continuité comme attribut essentiel de la qualité des services
. (Masters Thesis). Université de Sherbrooke. Retrieved from http://savoirs.usherbrooke.ca/handle/11143/184
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Belzile, Louise. “Analyse des pratiques de tenue de dossiers cliniques des gestionnaires de cas sous l'angle de la continuité comme attribut essentiel de la qualité des services
.” 2010. Masters Thesis, Université de Sherbrooke. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://savoirs.usherbrooke.ca/handle/11143/184.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Belzile, Louise. “Analyse des pratiques de tenue de dossiers cliniques des gestionnaires de cas sous l'angle de la continuité comme attribut essentiel de la qualité des services
.” 2010. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Belzile L. Analyse des pratiques de tenue de dossiers cliniques des gestionnaires de cas sous l'angle de la continuité comme attribut essentiel de la qualité des services
. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Université de Sherbrooke; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://savoirs.usherbrooke.ca/handle/11143/184.
Council of Science Editors:
Belzile L. Analyse des pratiques de tenue de dossiers cliniques des gestionnaires de cas sous l'angle de la continuité comme attribut essentiel de la qualité des services
. [Masters Thesis]. Université de Sherbrooke; 2010. Available from: http://savoirs.usherbrooke.ca/handle/11143/184
Oregon State University
28.
Bennett, Drew E.
Investing upstream : a social-ecological systems perspective on water utility investments in ecosystem services.
Degree: PhD, Geography, 2014, Oregon State University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/55335
► The concept of ecosystem services broadens perspectives on nature to include not only intrinsic value but also the utilitarian value it provides to society. Viewing…
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▼ The concept of ecosystem
services broadens perspectives on nature to include
not only intrinsic value but also the utilitarian value it provides to society. Viewing
nature through this lens informs our understanding of how particular ecological
processes benefit different actors. In this research, I examine how water utilities in the
United States are beginning to recognize the economic value of functioning
ecosystems that were previously ignored or taken for granted. In an effort to protect
or restore valuable ecosystem
services, many utilities are now developing payments
for ecosystem
services (PES) programs to link water customers to conservation
efforts upstream through direct financial investments. Despite the increasing number
of water utility PES programs, there is a lack of information regarding how these
programs work, the social and environmental conditions necessary for their
emergence, and how they fit into the context of their larger social-ecological systems
(SES). This research addresses this gap.
To characterize the diversity of water utility PES programs, I developed a
working typology highlighting similarities and differences among 37 identified
programs covering source water protection, fire risk mitigation, point source pollution
offsets, voluntary customer offsets, and hydropower mitigation. Results from my
research also show that the concept of PES has largely been promoted as a market-like
approach to conservation that emphasizes economic efficiency through reduced
transaction costs, perfect information, and the minimization of the role of state actors.
While this framing of PES is widely shared, I argue that it does not capture the
diversity of social and environmental settings in which PES programs are embedded.
Instead, I demonstrate that PES initiatives often emerge in response to a variety of
institutional needs, poorly understood environmental drivers, and involve a diversity
of public and private actors. As a result, I argue that PES is better viewed through a
broader "collective action" lens and suggest that those developing PES initiatives
should expand from a focus on the market logic of efficiency to approaches that
promote social capital and the collaborative capacity of community groups in the
implementation of PES programs.
I also argue that a more integrative conceptualization of PES – through
synthesis with the SES framework – is necessary to take into account the broader
social and ecological landscapes in which PES initiatives are embedded. The SES
framework can provide insight into the multitude of factors that influence PES and
facilitate the integration of knowledge from diverse disciplinary perspectives by
providing a common language and consistency in the variables considered in
analyses. To this end, I present an initial effort in the development of a taxonomy of
core variables relevant to analyzing and understanding PES. I feel this adapted SES
framework will help scholars move beyond academic debates and towards a shared
…
Advisors/Committee Members: Gosnell, Hannah (advisor), Jones, Julia A. (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: ecosystem services; Ecosystem services – United States
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Bennett, D. E. (2014). Investing upstream : a social-ecological systems perspective on water utility investments in ecosystem services. (Doctoral Dissertation). Oregon State University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1957/55335
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bennett, Drew E. “Investing upstream : a social-ecological systems perspective on water utility investments in ecosystem services.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, Oregon State University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/1957/55335.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bennett, Drew E. “Investing upstream : a social-ecological systems perspective on water utility investments in ecosystem services.” 2014. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Bennett DE. Investing upstream : a social-ecological systems perspective on water utility investments in ecosystem services. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Oregon State University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/55335.
Council of Science Editors:
Bennett DE. Investing upstream : a social-ecological systems perspective on water utility investments in ecosystem services. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Oregon State University; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/55335
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
29.
Zhakata, Chikomborero.
The sustainability of health committees in Nelson Mandela Bay.
Degree: Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, 2014, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1019704
► Primary health care is pivotal to the growth of a country’s economy by improving the health and social well-being of its people. Several efforts and…
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▼ Primary health care is pivotal to the growth of a country’s economy by improving the health and social well-being of its people. Several efforts and structures have been put in place to ensure that all South Africans have access to health facilities as well as representation in the health facilities, just as community members are represented in schools and other boards. Health committees play an important and integral role to the community and health facilities by being mediators between the community and the health facility (Padarath &Friedman, 2008). The Eastern Cape is one of the provinces that has health committees that are fully functional and a number of factors including the collaboration of key stakeholders (facility managers, community members, clinic staff and ward councillors) contribute to why health committees have been operational in the Eastern Cape(Padarath &Friedman , 2008). It becomes critical to investigate factors that sustain health committees in Nelson Mandela Bay. This chapter introduces the research topic, purpose, rationale and background as well as the objectives of the study. The research focuses on investigating the sustainability of health committees in Nelson Mandela Bay therefore making it critical to define the term sustainability. Conceptualizing sustainability has been ongoing with various definitions from learners from different backgrounds. Sustainability as a concept emanates from different dimensions namely, scientific, political economic and indigenous dimension. Sustainability has been described by scholars as a state of well-being and as an evolutionary process (Dimitrov, 2010). Sustainability is regarded as a state of well being whereby humans can live in co-exist with the natural world, this definition takes into account issues to do with good health , cultural identity, personal security and freedom of choice. Sustainability- well being brings out a lot of questions and problems in identifying the fundamentals values of sustainability. It is continuously debated amoung scholars if sustainability of well being pertains only to the health conditions of human beings or it should be extended to others (Dimitrov, 2010) “Sustainability that is restricted to the well being of humans is related to Notions about security of individual/community health together with financial security together with financial security; the planet is regarded as a resource to further this end (Dimitrov, 2010:4) If however well-being definitions of sustainability are construed to preserving and protecting the environment as well as biodiversity of other species (plant and animals) then the normative definitions of sustainability from this viewpoint are tendered with notions of global Environmental stability, ecological considerations and security of ecosystems” (Dimitrov, 2010:4).
Subjects/Keywords: Health services administration; Community health services
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Zhakata, Chikomborero. “The sustainability of health committees in Nelson Mandela Bay.” 2014. Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1019704.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Zhakata, Chikomborero. “The sustainability of health committees in Nelson Mandela Bay.” 2014. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Zhakata C. The sustainability of health committees in Nelson Mandela Bay. [Internet] [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1019704.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Zhakata C. The sustainability of health committees in Nelson Mandela Bay. [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1019704
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
University of Johannesburg
30.
Beedassy, Ray.
Service quality expectations and perceptions of staff and customers at travel agencies, Gauteng.
Degree: 2012, University of Johannesburg
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/6680
► M.B.A.
In recent years South African travel industry has been facing ferocious competition. The competitive business environment has driven managers to consider the performance of…
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▼ M.B.A.
In recent years South African travel industry has been facing ferocious competition. The competitive business environment has driven managers to consider the performance of their organizations in order to increase market share, or in other words, improve the quality of service as the ultimate weapon for achieving high performance. The delivery of service quality to customers requires a congruence in the perceptions of the customers and the providers of service. The aim of this research is to examine if there are any statistically significant differences in the perceptions of received service between the three major groups i.e. the customers, the staff and the managers of travel agencies. The information was gathered by means of a mail survey. A questionnaire was developed (based on SERVQUAL), where all possible answers of respondents were pre-specified and standardized, in order to ease the comparison of responses. The findings of the research revealed significant differences between the perceptions of customers and staff and that of managers and staff of the travel agencies but not between managers and customers. Of most concern, were the differences in the perceptions of the dimension of reliability, which was considered the most important dimension by the customers. Therefore, the managers of travel agencies in South Africa need to devise strategies and seriously consider the issue of internal marketing to achieve this alignment in the perceptions
Subjects/Keywords: Customer services; Travel agents - Customer services
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APA (6th Edition):
Beedassy, R. (2012). Service quality expectations and perceptions of staff and customers at travel agencies, Gauteng. (Thesis). University of Johannesburg. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10210/6680
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Beedassy, Ray. “Service quality expectations and perceptions of staff and customers at travel agencies, Gauteng.” 2012. Thesis, University of Johannesburg. Accessed February 28, 2020.
http://hdl.handle.net/10210/6680.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Beedassy, Ray. “Service quality expectations and perceptions of staff and customers at travel agencies, Gauteng.” 2012. Web. 28 Feb 2020.
Vancouver:
Beedassy R. Service quality expectations and perceptions of staff and customers at travel agencies, Gauteng. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 28].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/6680.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Beedassy R. Service quality expectations and perceptions of staff and customers at travel agencies, Gauteng. [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/6680
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
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