Modeling contribution-spans of scientists in a field: the case of cochlear implants

Article Abstract:

Scientific literature is used to model the contribution-spans of scientists involved in cochlear implant research. Estimates on the contribution-span and the probability of a scientist ceasing to contribute to the field are presented based on data provided by the experience of over 1200 scientists conducting research on cochlear implants between 1973 and 1989. Analysis of the data shows a median contribution-span of five years for the entire population. It is also indicated that risk of ceasing contribution is greatest during the first year and declines sharply after five years.

Research, Analysis, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Medical research, Cochlear implants, Medical research personnel, Medical researchers, Scientific literature, Science literature

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A methodology to improve higher education quality using the Quality Function Deployment and Analytic Hierarchy Process

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A study was conducted to determine existing problems in the use of Quality Function Deployment (QFD). QFD is used to translate customer characteristics into strategies that can be used to achieve customer satisfaction. A case study was also used to demonstrate the usefulness of the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) technique.

United States, Methods, Usage, Educational reform, Analytical hierarchy process, Report

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Modeling consumer health plan choice behavior to improve customer value and health plan market share

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The use of choice-based conjoint analysis in creating health plans of optimum value to consumers and providing market share for managed care organizations, is considered.

Marketing, Health services administration

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