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A qualitative study of GPs' and PCO stakeholders' views on the importance and influence of cost on prescribing (2005)
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Prosser, H., & Walley, T. (2005). A qualitative study of GPs' and PCO stakeholders' views on the importance and influence of cost on prescribing. Social Science and Medicine, 60(6), 1335-1346. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2004.07.013

With prescribing expenditure rising and evidence of prescribing costs variation, general practitioners (GPs) in the UK are under increasing pressure to contain spending. The introduction of cash-limited, unified budgets and increased monitoring of pr... Read More about A qualitative study of GPs' and PCO stakeholders' views on the importance and influence of cost on prescribing.

Issues for computer modelling of room acoustics in non-concert hall settings (2005)
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Lam, Y. (2005). Issues for computer modelling of room acoustics in non-concert hall settings. Acoustical science and technology, 26(2), 145-155. https://doi.org/10.1250/ast.26.145

The basic principle of common room acoustics computer models is the energy-based geometrical room acoustics theory. The energy-based calculation relies on the averaging effect provided when there are many reflections from many different directions, w... Read More about Issues for computer modelling of room acoustics in non-concert hall settings.

A novel object-oriented environment for distributed process control systems (2005)
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Ramos-Hernandez, D., Fleming, P., & Bass, J. (2005). A novel object-oriented environment for distributed process control systems. Control Engineering Practice, 13(2), 213-230. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conengprac.2004.03.007

This paper addresses the design, development and implementation of distributed process control systems. A novel object-oriented environment is presented that supports the development lifecycle phases. The core of this environment is the integrated de... Read More about A novel object-oriented environment for distributed process control systems.

Synthesis of a simplified analogue of eleutherobin via a Claisen rearrangement and ring closing metathesis strategy (2005)
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Chiang, G., Ayscough, A., Bond, A., Pain, G., Ducki, S., & Holmes, A. (2005). Synthesis of a simplified analogue of eleutherobin via a Claisen rearrangement and ring closing metathesis strategy. Chemical Communications, 1860-1862. https://doi.org/10.1039/b413426e

The enantioselective synthesis of a simplified eleutherobin analogue by ring closing metathesis (RCM) of the 2,9-divinyl-substituted tetrahydro-oxonin is described; the analogue and an advanced intermediate revealed microtubule stabilising properties... Read More about Synthesis of a simplified analogue of eleutherobin via a Claisen rearrangement and ring closing metathesis strategy.

Explanatory models of diabetes among Asian and Caucasian participants (2005)
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Meetoo, D., & Meetoo, L. (2005). Explanatory models of diabetes among Asian and Caucasian participants. British Journal of Nursing, 14(3), 154-159

Difference in explanatory models (EMs) between the person and the healthcare professional has been suggested as one reason for non-adherence to a recommended treatment regimen. The aim of this study was to explore the EMsof diabetes by a group of Asi... Read More about Explanatory models of diabetes among Asian and Caucasian participants.

Deposition of polycrystalline thin films with controlled grain size (2005)
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Vopsaroiu, M., Vallejo Fernandez, G., Thwaites, M., Anguita, J., Grundy, P., & O'Grady, K. (2005). Deposition of polycrystalline thin films with controlled grain size. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, 38(3), 490-496. https://doi.org/10.1088/0022-3727/38/3/022

Difficulties in controlling the grain size and size distribution in polycrystalline thin films are a major obstacle in achieving efficient performance of thin film devices. In this paper we describe a sputtering technology that allows the control of... Read More about Deposition of polycrystalline thin films with controlled grain size.

Inequity in recording of risk in a local population-based screening programme for cardiovascular disease (2005)
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Bartys, S., Baker, D., Lewis, P., & Middleton, E. (2005). Inequity in recording of risk in a local population-based screening programme for cardiovascular disease. https://doi.org/10.1097/00149831-200502000-00010

Background: Screening for cardiovascular disease is an important primary preventive measure, yet research has documented that not all population groups receive the same quality of preventive healthcare.

Design: Longitudinal analysis of cardiovascu... Read More about Inequity in recording of risk in a local population-based screening programme for cardiovascular disease.

Square pegs and round holes? A review of economic evaluation in complementary and alternative medicine (2005)
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Hulme, C., & Long, A. (2005). Square pegs and round holes? A review of economic evaluation in complementary and alternative medicine. https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2005.11.179

INTRODUCTION: Economic evaluation, linking the costs and consequences of an intervention to indicate the potential benefits of alternative interventions, is becoming established as one of the core tools for decision making in health care. As knowledg... Read More about Square pegs and round holes? A review of economic evaluation in complementary and alternative medicine.

Depth Profiling In Diffusely Scattering Media Using Raman Spectroscopy And Picosecond Kerr Gating. (2005)
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Matousek, P., Everall, N., Towrie, M., & PARKER, A. (2005). Depth Profiling In Diffusely Scattering Media Using Raman Spectroscopy And Picosecond Kerr Gating. Applied Spectroscopy, 59(2), 200-205. https://doi.org/10.1366/0003702053085115

We demonstrate how pulsed laser Raman excitation (approximately 1 ps) followed by fast optical Kerr gating (approximately 4 ps) can be used to effectively separate Raman signals originating from different depths in heterogeneous diffusely scattering... Read More about Depth Profiling In Diffusely Scattering Media Using Raman Spectroscopy And Picosecond Kerr Gating..

A slender-wing theory in potential flow (2005)
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Chadwick, E. (2005). A slender-wing theory in potential flow. Proceedings of the Royal Society A: Mathematical, Physical and Engineering Sciences, 461(2054), 415-432. https://doi.org/10.1098/rspa.2004.1295

Consider uniform, steady potential flow past a slender wing. By considering a horseshoe vortex in the limit as γ/Us → ∞, where γ is the circulation, U is the uniform stream velocity and s is the span, a model representing a vortex sheet is obtained f... Read More about A slender-wing theory in potential flow.

Co-rich cobalt platinum nanowire arrays: effects of annealing (2005)
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Li, W., Peng, Y., Jones, G., Shen, T., & Hill, G. (2005). Co-rich cobalt platinum nanowire arrays: effects of annealing. Journal of Applied Physics, 97(3), 034308. https://doi.org/10.1063/1.1846941

The effects of annealing on the crystal structure and magnetic properties of Co-rich cobalt platinum nanowire arrays embedded in anodic aluminium oxide membranes have been investigated. For this purpose, a rapid thermal annealing to temperatures of 3... Read More about Co-rich cobalt platinum nanowire arrays: effects of annealing.

Computer Integrated Construction: An Approach to Requirements Engineering (2005)
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Arayici, Y., & Aouad, G. (2005). Computer Integrated Construction: An Approach to Requirements Engineering. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 12(2), 194-215. https://doi.org/10.1108/09699980510584520

Purpose - This paper aims at proposing a process of requirements engineering for the human centred, adaptive computer integrated construction systems development through industry wide information sharing. Design/methodology/approach - The research st... Read More about Computer Integrated Construction: An Approach to Requirements Engineering.

The interpretation of fen carr pollen diagrams: pollen-vegetation relationships within fen carr. (2005)
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Waller, M., Binney, H., Bunting, M., & Armitage, R. (2005). The interpretation of fen carr pollen diagrams: pollen-vegetation relationships within fen carr. Review of Palaeobotany and Palynology, 133(3-4), 179-202. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.revpalbo.2004.10.001

Sediments deposited in fen carr environments are frequently used in pollen-based reconstructions of vegetation history, although few studies of modern pollen–vegetation relationships in fen carr have been undertaken to aid the interpretation of fossi... Read More about The interpretation of fen carr pollen diagrams: pollen-vegetation relationships within fen carr..

The recent sedimentation history of Aqualate Mere (Central England): assessing the potential for lake restoration. (2005)
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Hutchinson, S. (2005). The recent sedimentation history of Aqualate Mere (Central England): assessing the potential for lake restoration. Journal of Paleolimnology, 33(2), 205-228. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10933-004-3991-3

As part of English Nature's Lakes Flagship Project to address adverse environmental impacts on selected, important lakes, a proposal has been made to dredge Aqualate Mere. The site has experienced rapid, 'recent' sedimentation thought to be derived f... Read More about The recent sedimentation history of Aqualate Mere (Central England): assessing the potential for lake restoration..

The EC Zoos Directive: A lost opportunity to implement the convention on biological diversity. (2005)
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Rees, P. (2005). The EC Zoos Directive: A lost opportunity to implement the convention on biological diversity. Journal of International Wildlife Law and Policy, 8(1), 51-62. https://doi.org/10.1080/13880290590913723

The Convention on Biological Diversity 1992 requires contracting parties to take ex-situ conservation measures to protect biodiversity. This paper considers the effectiveness of the Zoos Directive in implementing this obligation within the European U... Read More about The EC Zoos Directive: A lost opportunity to implement the convention on biological diversity..

The use of patient reported outcome measures in routine clinical practice: lack of impact or lack of theory? (2005)
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Greenhalgh, J., Long, A., & Flynn, R. (2005). The use of patient reported outcome measures in routine clinical practice: lack of impact or lack of theory?. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2004.06.022

This paper applies a theory-driven approach to explore why the use of patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures in clinical practice, in particular, health-related quality of life (HRQoL) instruments, has little or no apparent influence on clinical dec... Read More about The use of patient reported outcome measures in routine clinical practice: lack of impact or lack of theory?.

Aspects of the external frame: psychodynamic psychotherapy and the law (2005)
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Jenkins, P. (2005). Aspects of the external frame: psychodynamic psychotherapy and the law. Psychodynamic Practice, 11(1), 41-56. https://doi.org/10.1080/14753630400030171

This piece considers some key aspects of the particular relationship of psychodynamic psychotherapy, as a distinct therapeutic modality, to the law in the UK and US. Acknowledging the crucial importance of maintaining a secure frame for the effective... Read More about Aspects of the external frame: psychodynamic psychotherapy and the law.

An nD modelling approach to improved communication processes in construction (2005)
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Marshall-Ponting, A., & Aouad, G. (2005). An nD modelling approach to improved communication processes in construction. Automation in Construction, 14(3), 311-321. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2004.08.018

The number and variety of design and construction stakeholders can make effective and efficient collaboration difficult, a situation that is not helped by the sequential way in which many of the processes work. This paper presents the findings of a n... Read More about An nD modelling approach to improved communication processes in construction.

Quantitative structure-activity relationship (5D-QSAR) study of combretastatin-like analogues as inhibitors of tubulin assembly (2005)
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Ducki, S., Mackenzie, G., Lawrence, N., & Snyder, J. (2005). Quantitative structure-activity relationship (5D-QSAR) study of combretastatin-like analogues as inhibitors of tubulin assembly. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 48(2), 457-465. https://doi.org/10.1021/jm049444m

A molecular modeling study was carried out to develop a predictive model for combretastatin-like analogues populating the colchicine-binding site of Beta-tubulin. A series of compounds built around a framework including two aromatic groups linked by... Read More about Quantitative structure-activity relationship (5D-QSAR) study of combretastatin-like analogues as inhibitors of tubulin assembly.