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  1. Article ; Online: Physical principle used in reliability.

    Dai, Gaole / Huang, Jiping

    iScience

    2020  Volume 24, Issue 1, Page(s) 101945

    Abstract: An effective approach based on the principle of maximum entropy is developed to analyze reliability ...

    Abstract An effective approach based on the principle of maximum entropy is developed to analyze reliability in systems with dynamics of electric circuits and infectious diseases like coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-12-30
    Publishing country United States
    Document type News
    ISSN 2589-0042
    ISSN (online) 2589-0042
    DOI 10.1016/j.isci.2020.101945
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  2. Article ; Online: Physical principle used in reliability

    Gaole Dai / Jiping Huang

    iScience, Vol 24, Iss 1, Pp 101945- (2021)

    2021  

    Abstract: Summary: An effective approach based on the principle of maximum entropy is developed to analyze ... reliability in systems with dynamics of electric circuits and infectious diseases like coronavirus disease ...

    Abstract Summary: An effective approach based on the principle of maximum entropy is developed to analyze reliability in systems with dynamics of electric circuits and infectious diseases like coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
    Keywords Statistical Physics ; Nonlinear Dynamical Systems ; Interdisciplinary Physics ; Science ; Q
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher Elsevier
    Document type Article ; Online
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  3. Article ; Online: A common framework to situate digital and physical traces in time.

    Weyermann, Céline / Vanini, Céline / Souvignet, Thomas R

    Forensic science international

    2024  Volume 360, Page(s) 112020

    Abstract: ... long? In which succession?) and enhance the reliability of the dating endeavours. It is strongly ... of context and the multiplicity of purposes. Future research should focus on improving the reliability ... thus more difficult to reliably implement in practice. Finally, the third approach relies on relative ...

    Abstract In this article, three main approaches to situate forensic traces in time were revisited under the prism of the Sydney Declaration and adapted to be applicable to a large range of physical and digital traces. The first approach is based on time tags which are time-based characteristics produced as the result of an activity at a specific time. They can either be directly related to time (i.e., time stamps) or indirectly (i.e., time indicators). While relatively straightforward, time tags require scientific knowledge to be correctly interpreted and to account for the risks of desynchronisation, anomalies and manipulation. The second approach is based on time dynamics and aim at measuring changes that occur as a function of time, such as caesium pulsation (i.e., on which international atomic time is based) or body cooling after death (i.e., from which time since death can be inferred). However, time dynamics phenomena are generally also influenced by other case-specific factors (e.g., environmental factors), and thus more difficult to reliably implement in practice. Finally, the third approach relies on relative sequences, using information unrelated to time, such as relative positions or dynamics of traces at the scene. As each approach has its potential and limitations, a combination of traces from different (both material and digital) sources and approaches is recommended to answer time questions in practice (When? How long? In which succession?) and enhance the reliability of the dating endeavours. It is strongly recommended to consider the principles of the Sydney Declaration when implementing or developing dating methods, as they point at potential issues that are often forgotten in forensic research and practice, such as uncertainties linked to the concept of trace, scene investigation, the asymmetry of time, the importance of context and the multiplicity of purposes. Future research should focus on improving the reliability of these dating approaches by combining and systematising their usage in investigative practice, as well as in broader intelligence processes.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-08
    Publishing country Ireland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 424042-x
    ISSN 1872-6283 ; 0379-0738
    ISSN (online) 1872-6283
    ISSN 0379-0738
    DOI 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112020
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  4. Article ; Online: Psychometric Validation of Senior Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument.

    Liu, Chien-Yu / Lin, Linda Li-Chuan / Sheu, Jiunn-Jye / Sum, Raymond Kim-Wai

    International journal of environmental research and public health

    2022  Volume 19, Issue 11

    Abstract: ... proper reliability and validity to assess physical literacy among older adults. Conclusions ... designed for adults) into SPPLI using internal reliability, content validity, and construct validity ... in the study. A principle component analysis (PCA) identified three components of SPPLI. Results: Eleven items ...

    Abstract Aim: To validate the Senior Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument (SPPLI). Methods: In the pilot study, we refined the Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument (PPLI, Cronbach’s α = 0.94, initially designed for adults) into SPPLI using internal reliability, content validity, and construct validity results. A total of 341 older adults recruited from community centers in Southern Taiwan participated in the study. A principle component analysis (PCA) identified three components of SPPLI. Results: Eleven items were captured from the 18-item PPLI as the SPPLI (Cronbach’s α = 0.90). SPPLI exhibits three components: attitude toward physical activity, physical activity ability, and sociality around physical activity. Significant differences were discovered in physical activity ability by educational attainment (p < 0.05) and in all three components by stage of exercise (maintenance vs. non-maintenance) (p < 0.05). The SPPLI possesses proper reliability and validity to assess physical literacy among older adults. Conclusions: This instrument is suggested for physical literacy assessments in physical activity programs to assess the needs of older adults and/or the effectiveness of an intervention program that aims to improve the attitude, ability, and sociality of physical activity.
    MeSH term(s) Educational Status ; Health Literacy ; Pilot Projects ; Psychometrics/methods ; Reproducibility of Results ; Surveys and Questionnaires
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-31
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2175195-X
    ISSN 1660-4601 ; 1661-7827
    ISSN (online) 1660-4601
    ISSN 1661-7827
    DOI 10.3390/ijerph19116726
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  5. Article ; Online: A survey of Israeli physical therapists regarding reactive balance training.

    Margalit, Noam / Kurz, Ilan / Wacht, Oren / Mansfield, Avril / Melzer, Itshak

    BMC geriatrics

    2023  Volume 23, Issue 1, Page(s) 656

    Abstract: ... of RBT use in physical-therapy clinics in Israel, to identify the significant barriers to/facilitators ... interest physical therapists in Israel.: Methods: Physical therapists in Israel completed a survey using ... of RBT among users; non-users; and open-to-use physical therapists. The odds ratios of the facilitators ...

    Abstract Background: 'Reactive balance training' (RBT) was developed to improve balance reactions to unexpected losses of balance. Although this training method is effective, its practical usage in the field of physical-therapy in Israel and world-wide is still unclear.
    Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the extent of RBT use in physical-therapy clinics in Israel, to identify the significant barriers to/facilitators for implementing RBT in clinical practice among physical therapists, and to determine which aspects of RBT most interest physical therapists in Israel.
    Methods: Physical therapists in Israel completed a survey using a questionnaire regarding their knowledge and use of RBT in their clinical practices. We compared the specific use of RBT among users; non-users; and open-to-use physical therapists. The odds ratios of the facilitators and barriers were calculated using univariate and multivariate logistic regression models.
    Results: Four-hundred and two physical therapists responded to a yes/no question regarding their use of RBT. Three-quarters (75.4%) of physical therapists reported using RBT in their practices. The most prevalent barrier cited was insufficient space for setting up equipment and most prevalent facilitator was having a colleague who uses RBT. Most of the respondents wanted to learn more about RBT, and most of the non-users wanted to expand their knowledge and mastery of RBT principles.
    Conclusions: There are misconceptions and insufficient knowledge about RBT among physical therapists in Israel, indicating that they may falsely believe that RBT requires large and expensive equipment, suggesting they categorize RBT as external perturbation training only. Reliable information may help to improve general knowledge regarding RBT, and to facilitate the more widespread implementation of RBT as an effective fall-prevention intervention method.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Israel ; Physical Therapists ; Physical Therapy Modalities ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Postural Balance
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-13
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2059865-8
    ISSN 1471-2318 ; 1471-2318
    ISSN (online) 1471-2318
    ISSN 1471-2318
    DOI 10.1186/s12877-023-04356-5
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  6. Article ; Online: Wireless Sensor Technology-Based Physical Education Teaching Evaluation.

    Feng, Wei

    publication RETRACTED

    Computational intelligence and neuroscience

    2022  Volume 2022, Page(s) 3544457

    Abstract: ... We select the evaluation index system as the input of wireless sensor technology and then use the principle ... from the researcher to provide reliable and accurate prediction models. Thus, aiming the shortage of large prediction ... These networks have applications and can be utilized in different research domains including physical ...

    Abstract A wireless sensor network (WSN) is a group of geographically scattered and specialized sensors to monitor and record variables related to environmental and storing the obtained data in a vital location. These networks have applications and can be utilized in different research domains including physical education where error prediction is assumed as one of the core issues. Thus, careful attention is required from the researcher to provide reliable and accurate prediction models. Thus, aiming the shortage of large prediction error in the physical education evaluation, which is based on the BP neural network and wireless sensor technology, a combination of AFP and questionnaire survey method is proposed in order to improve the accuracy and predictability of evaluation, according to the characteristics of different evaluation subjects. We select the evaluation index system as the input of wireless sensor technology and then use the principle of genetic algorithm to select the optimal individual and optimize the initial parameters of wireless sensor technology to establish the evaluation model of physical education quality. Through the training and testing of sample data, it is shown that the model greatly improves the accuracy of physical education quality evaluation and has a good application prospect in physical education evaluation.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Physical Education and Training ; Technology ; Wireless Technology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Retracted Publication
    ZDB-ID 2388208-6
    ISSN 1687-5273 ; 1687-5273
    ISSN (online) 1687-5273
    ISSN 1687-5273
    DOI 10.1155/2022/3544457
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  7. Article ; Online: A scoping review of Indigenous community-specific physical activity measures developed with and for Indigenous Peoples in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

    Johnson, Shara R / Chilibeck, Phil / Oosman, Sarah N / Foulds, Heather J A

    Applied physiology, nutrition, and metabolism = Physiologie appliquee, nutrition et metabolisme

    2024  Volume 49, Issue 5, Page(s) 599–613

    Abstract: ... research with Indigenous Peoples used community-specific PA measures developed with and/or ... levels. Reliably assessing, reflecting, and promoting PA participation among Indigenous Peoples may be ... community-based participatory research (CBPR) principles to engage communities. A systematic search was conducted in four electronic ...

    Abstract Historical factors including colonization and ongoing socioeconomic inequities impact Indigenous Peoples' ability to mitigate chronic disease risks such as achieving recommended physical activity (PA) levels. Reliably assessing, reflecting, and promoting PA participation among Indigenous Peoples may be impacted by a lack of culturally appropriate assessment methods and meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities throughout the research process. The objectives of this scoping review were to examine: (1) How PA research with Indigenous Peoples used community-specific PA measures developed with and/or for Indigenous Peoples in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand; and (2) How the studies utilized community-based participatory research (CBPR) principles to engage communities. A systematic search was conducted in four electronic databases (Web of Science, Medline, University of Saskatchewan Indigenous Portal, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global). Thirty-one (
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Exercise ; Community-Based Participatory Research ; Australia ; Canada ; New Zealand ; Indigenous Peoples ; Health Promotion/methods
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-06
    Publishing country Canada
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2236708-1
    ISSN 1715-5320 ; 1715-5312
    ISSN (online) 1715-5320
    ISSN 1715-5312
    DOI 10.1139/apnm-2023-0380
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  8. Article ; Online: Psychometric Validation of Senior Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument

    Chien-Yu Liu / Linda Li-Chuan Lin / Jiunn-Jye Sheu / Raymond Kim-Wai Sum

    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol 19, Iss 6726, p

    2022  Volume 6726

    Abstract: ... proper reliability and validity to assess physical literacy among older adults. Conclusions ... designed for adults) into SPPLI using internal reliability, content validity, and construct validity ... in the study. A principle component analysis (PCA) identified three components of SPPLI. Results: Eleven items ...

    Abstract Aim: To validate the Senior Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument (SPPLI). Methods: In the pilot study, we refined the Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument (PPLI, Cronbach’s α = 0.94, initially designed for adults) into SPPLI using internal reliability, content validity, and construct validity results. A total of 341 older adults recruited from community centers in Southern Taiwan participated in the study. A principle component analysis (PCA) identified three components of SPPLI. Results: Eleven items were captured from the 18-item PPLI as the SPPLI (Cronbach’s α = 0.90). SPPLI exhibits three components: attitude toward physical activity, physical activity ability, and sociality around physical activity. Significant differences were discovered in physical activity ability by educational attainment ( p < 0.05) and in all three components by stage of exercise (maintenance vs. non-maintenance) ( p < 0.05). The SPPLI possesses proper reliability and validity to assess physical literacy among older adults. Conclusions: This instrument is suggested for physical literacy assessments in physical activity programs to assess the needs of older adults and/or the effectiveness of an intervention program that aims to improve the attitude, ability, and sociality of physical activity.
    Keywords physical literacy ; exercise attitude ; exercise ability ; social skill ; active aging ; Medicine ; R
    Subject code 796 ; 302
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher MDPI AG
    Document type Article ; Online
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  9. Article ; Online: Family Physicians' Experiences of Physical Examination.

    Kelly, Martina Ann / Freeman, Lisa Kathryn / Dornan, Tim

    Annals of family medicine

    2019  Volume 17, Issue 4, Page(s) 304–310

    Abstract: ... care in the moment. Physical examination allowed physicians to use their own bodies to experience ... Purpose: The increased availability of reliable diagnostic technologies has stimulated debate ... family physicians' experiences.: Methods: Guided by principles of phenomenology, we conducted in-depth qualitative ...

    Abstract Purpose: The increased availability of reliable diagnostic technologies has stimulated debate about the utility of physical examination in contemporary clinical practice. To reappraise its utility, we explored family physicians' experiences.
    Methods: Guided by principles of phenomenology, we conducted in-depth qualitative interviews exploring 16 family physicians' experiences of conducting physical examination: 7 (44%) men and 9 women (56%) whose clinical experience varied widely, from 11 (69%) urban and 5 (31%) rural locations. We recorded the interviews, transcribed them verbatim, and identified initial themes using template analysis. We worked reflexively, critiquing our own and other team members' interpretations, in order to synthesize and write a final interpretation.
    Results: Participants described 2 facets of physical examination: making diagnoses and estimating prognoses rationally and objectively; and responding subjectively and intuitively to patients' illnesses, which formed relationships between doctor and patient that enacted medical care in the moment. Physical examination allowed physicians to use their own bodies to experience patients' illnesses. Performing physical examination was integral to being a family doctor because it promoted rapport and developed trust.
    Conclusions: Physical examination is part of the identity of family physicians. It not only contributes diagnostic information but is a therapeutic intervention in and of itself. Physical examination contributes to relationship-centered care in family practice.
    MeSH term(s) Attitude of Health Personnel ; Family Practice/methods ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Physical Examination/methods ; Physician-Patient Relations ; Qualitative Research ; Trust
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-05
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2171425-3
    ISSN 1544-1717 ; 1544-1709
    ISSN (online) 1544-1717
    ISSN 1544-1709
    DOI 10.1370/afm.2420
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  10. Article: Thinking about the action potential: the nerve signal as a window to the physical principles guiding neuronal excitability.

    Drukarch, Benjamin / Wilhelmus, Micha M M

    Frontiers in cellular neuroscience

    2023  Volume 17, Page(s) 1232020

    Abstract: ... processing and reliable "long distance" communication of the information contained in the signal, was defined ... Nernst's treatment of the electrochemistry of semi-permeable membranes to the physical laws of electricity ... as an electric signal, modeled and interpreted using concepts and theories lent from electronic engineering ...

    Abstract Ever since the work of Edgar Adrian, the neuronal action potential has been considered as an electric signal, modeled and interpreted using concepts and theories lent from electronic engineering. Accordingly, the electric action potential, as the prime manifestation of neuronal excitability, serving processing and reliable "long distance" communication of the information contained in the signal, was defined as a non-linear, self-propagating, regenerative, wave of electrical activity that travels along the surface of nerve cells. Thus, in the ground-breaking theory and mathematical model of Hodgkin and Huxley (HH), linking Nernst's treatment of the electrochemistry of semi-permeable membranes to the physical laws of electricity and Kelvin's cable theory, the electrical characteristics of the action potential are presented as the result of the depolarization-induced, voltage- and time-dependent opening and closure of ion channels in the membrane allowing the passive flow of charge, particularly in the form of Na
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-28
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2452963-1
    ISSN 1662-5102
    ISSN 1662-5102
    DOI 10.3389/fncel.2023.1232020
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