266 research outputs found
sj-docx-1-tam-10.1177_17588359221081203 – Supplemental material for Correlation between work productivity loss and EORTC QLQ-C30 and -BR23 domains from the MONALEESA-7 trial of premenopausal women with HR+/HER2− advanced breast cancer
No full textSupplemental material, sj-docx-1-tam-10.1177_17588359221081203 for Correlation between work productivity loss and EORTC QLQ-C30 and -BR23 domains from the MONALEESA-7 trial of premenopausal women with HR+/HER2− advanced breast cancer by Debu Tripathy, Tristan Curteis, Sara Hurvitz, Denise Yardley, Fabio Franke, K. Govind Babu, Paul Wheatley-Price, Young-Hyuck Im, Radost Pencheva, Lucy A. Eddowes, Pierre-Alexandre Dionne, David Chandiwana, Purnima Pathak, Brad Lanoue and Nadia Harbeck in Therapeutic Advances in Medical Oncology</p
Comparison of several author indices for gauging academic productivity
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Many author indices exist to gauge academic productivity. Several of these indices are calculated based upon an author's scholarly publication record, but the measurement methodology to calculate each index varies considerably, and the precise function being used, as well as the end result, is often complex and difficult to assess.
Method
Two straightforward methods to weigh author productivity from the publication and citation record were evaluated as possible means for providing a clearer assessment of scholarly activity. The author characteristic index (termed c-index) assigns author rank for each publication based upon author position. The characteristic prime (c') -index normalizes author rank from author position, so that the total weight per publication is unity. The top 10 scholars with keyword 'celiac disease' in the Google Scholar database were then assessed using these metrics. Rankings according to total number of publications, h-index, and c- and c'-indices were compared, then tabulated along with total papers included for assessment, and mean values per paper for author position, number of authors, citations, and year of publication.
Results
The order of the top ten authors with keyword 'celiac disease' varied substantially depending upon whether the h-index, c-index, or c'-index was used as a gauge. The characteristic indices assign credit to authors according to their position in an author list. The affiliated metrics provided a more complete picture of scholarly activity.
Conclusions
Academic achievement by scholars, based upon quantitative publication characteristics, has recently become of interest for evaluating job candidates, for determining work performance, and for bestowing awards and honors. The characteristic indices as described herein are readily calculated and interpreted, and may improve the assessment of scholarly activity
Scientometric Insights into Research Contributions of Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology
Get PDFThis study evaluates the research productivity and impact of Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology using Scopus data (2001–2021). A total of 4,897 publications receiving 53,059 citations were analyzed with scientometric indicators including AGR, RGR, DT, collaboration measures, authorship, citations, and keywords. Results show a gradual growth in research output, with peak productivity during 2017–2021 and Kumar, A. as the most prolific author (165 publications)
Colloidal engines for innovative tests of information thermodynamics
Get PDFRecent theoretical developments in information thermodynamics elucidated the link between the acquired information and the entropy production through measurement and feedback control by generalizing the fluctuation theorems and the second law of thermodynamics. We summarize here our recent experimental studies based on the colloidal system that have been conducted to test the theoretical findings of information thermodynamics. In particular, we present the design principles of error-free and noisy information engines consisting of a colloidal particle in an optical trap that is capable of performing nearly error-free measurement and ultrafast feedback control. Our perspectives on future experimental studies are also presented. ?? 2020 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group
Review on Vaidyaka Paribhasha Pradipa- A Comprehensive Treatise of Indian Pharmaceuticals by Govind Sen
Get PDFVaidyaka Paribhasha Pradipa was written by Govind Sen, son of Krishna Vallabh Sen. Vidyotini Hindi Tika was written by Indradev Tripathi. The book Vaidyaka Paribhasha Pradipa consists of almost all references collected from various Samhitas regarding the fundamental principles and different Ayurvedic herbal pharmaceutical preparations and descriptions on Panchakarma. The whole content of the book is divided into 4 Khandas. Prathama khanda deals with Mana paribhasha, Dravya samgrahana vidhi, and shelf life of different Kalpana etc. Dwitiya khanda deals with Panchavidha kashaya kalpana and its Upakalpana and dose. Tritiya khanda deals with Sneha kalpana, Sandhana kalpana and Paribhasha of different Gana. Chaturtha khanda deals with Panchakarma procedures and Sneha murchana. The present book review mainly focuses to highlight the framework of Vaidyaka Paribhasha Pradipa, provides information about the author, details of 4 Khandas, a special contribution to the field of pharmaceutical science by the author. Thus, Vaidyaka Paribhasha Pradipa, the compilation book on Bhaishajya Kalpana is a very essential and mandatory book for those who aspire to gain basic, clear, and thorough knowledge in Ayurvedic pharmaceuticals. It is one of the indispensable reference books. The present book is designed to help the young practitioners who prepare medicines and graduates and post-graduate scholars get a clear idea of medicine preparation
Study of Numerical Solutions for the Deformations of A Bourdon Tube
No full textTitle: Study of Numerical Solutions for the Deformations of A Bourdon Tube, Author: Govind Prashad, Location: ThodeThe objective of this study is to compute numerically the deformations on an elliptical cross-sectional bourdon tube by solving the partial differential equations as presented
by Lee [Reference 12]. The partial differential equations and boundary conditions are reduced to a set of simultaneous linear equations by approximating partial derivatives to the corresponding difference quotients sing finite difference techniques. The next step involves the solution of this set of linear equations. The direct method of inverting the matrix was not possible to the memory limitations of the computer. Therefore, a block iteration technique was used, but it was found that convergence was not possible. The next method evolved was that of double iteration. for this method a convergence test was applied which indicated that convergence was possible, but the rate of convergence was very low. It is not practical to use this method, unless the convergence rate is improved. At the present no method is available to improve the convergence rate effectively. Therefore the study concludes with suggestions that either the convergence rate should be improved by evoking new methods or an entirely new formulation of the problem should be made.ThesisMaster of Engineering (ME
Outcome of young adults with chronic myeloid leukemia treated with upfront imatinib: A single institutional experience
No full textBackground: Young adult patients with malignancy are a distinct group of the population. In addition to their ailment, psychosocial issues including fertility issues should be addressed. Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a disease of the elderly population. The outcome with imatinib in young population is not known. Aim: To study the clinical profile and outcome of young patients newly diagnosed with CML on imatinib and to compare with those of elderly population in a tertiary cancer center. Materials and Methods: 369 patients with newly diagnosed CML were included in the study. Patients belonging to the age group of 20–39 years were used as the study group and those who were more than 40 years were used as controls. Both the groups were treated with imatinib. They were followed up for a period of 3 years. Milestones in terms of achieving hematological, cytogenetic and molecular responses were noted. Toxicity profile of the imatinib and the compliance of the patients were also recorded. Results: A total of 173 patients were in the study group and 196 patients were in the control group. Rates of achieving a hematological response at 3 months (94.2% vs. 93%), the complete cytogenetic response at 12 months (68% vs. 61%) and major molecular response at 18 months (72.2% vs. 67.6%) were among the study group and control group, respectively. None of them were statistically significant. Three years event free survival among the study group and the control group was (85.2% vs. 83.4%) respectively; however, the difference did not reach statistical significant value. Conclusion: This study shows that the outcome of young adults with CML is comparable to those of the elderly people with imatinib both in terms of response rates and survival
Outcomes, cost comparison, and patient satisfaction during long-term central venous access in cancer patients: Experience from a Tertiary Care Cancer Institute in South India
No full textIntroduction: Prolonged treatment, frequent administration of chemotherapy, antibiotics and blood products in cancer patients requires long term venous access. Central venous catheters (CVC) inserted into the subclavian vein or internal jugular vein, peripherally inserted central venous catheters (PICC) and chemoport (CP) are the commonly used central venous access devices (CVAD). Aim: This study was envisaged to review our experience of CVADs over a one year period and analyze the outcome with regard to catheter life, reasons for removal, complications, patient satisfaction and cost comparison between the CVAD types in the Indian setting. Settings and Design: This was a prospective, observational study carried out in a tertiary care cancer institute. Materials and Methods: 180 CVADs placed in patients with hematological malignancies and solid tumors from January 2014 to December 2014 were included. Statistical Analysis Used: Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, Mann Whitney U test. P <0.05 was taken as statistically significant. Results: 180 CVADs were placed in 160 patients. The median catheter indwelling period was 76 days (16 days to 313 days) for CVC, 59 days (20days – 313 days) for PICC and 137 days (70 days – 258 days) for CP. 66 out of 160 patients developed complications (41.2%). 108 complication events were noted in 66 patients. There were 40 episodes of CRBSI. Out of the 68 mechanical complications, 37 were encountered during insertion of the CVAD and 31 were during the catheter indwelling period. Out of 160 patients, 138 (86.25%) were satisfied with the CVAD. The cost incurred for CVC/PICC (INR 4,480) was lower than that for CP (INR 24,150) and it was statistically significant (P < 0.0001). Our patients were highly satisfied with the CVAD. Conclusion: Use of CVC and PICC is a safe, reliable and cost saving way of administration of chemotherapy in developing countries. The incidence of complications and catheter loss was acceptable. Our patients were highly satisfied with the CVAD
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