Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering

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2015 journal article

Identifying potential bottlenecks in production systems using dual prices from a mathematical programming model

International Journal of Production Research, 54(7), 2000–2018.

By: A. Kefeli* & R. Uzsoy n

author keywords: production planning; linear programming; bottlenecks; duality theory; clearing functions
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Crossref, ORCID
Added: August 28, 2020

2015 journal article

AIMS – A Metal Additive-hybrid Manufacturing System: System Architecture and Attributes

Procedia Manufacturing, 1, 273–286.

By: G. Manogharan*, R. Wysk n, O. Harrysson n & R. Aman n

author keywords: Hybrid manufacturing; CNC-RP; AIMS; Performance Metrics and Additive manufacturing
TL;DR: An integrated hybrid manufacturing approach to enhance and accelerate the adoption of metal Additive Manufacturing by adding a direct digital subtractive process to the production that is capable of improving the form, location and position tolerance of critical part features as well as improving surface finish is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, ORCID
Added: August 28, 2020

2015 journal article

The Effect of Physical Workload and Modality of Information Presentation on Cognitive Inhibition in Highly Fit Young Males

IIE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors, 4(2-3), 88–103.

author keywords: Multitasking; physical exertion; cognitive performance; multi-modal displays
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Crossref
Added: August 28, 2020

2015 journal article

Designing Better, Cost-Effective Brain–Computer Interfaces

Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications, 23(4), 13–19.

By: C. Nam*, M. Moore, I. Choi & Y. Li

author keywords: brain-computer interfaces; human factors; steady-state visually evoked potential (SSVEP); electroencephalography (EEG); visual stimuli
TL;DR: This article provides HF/E researchers with a brief guide on how to design and implement a cost-effective, steady-state visually evoked potential (SSVEP)–based BCI system. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 28, 2020

2015 journal article

Artistic brain-computer interfaces: state-of-the-art control mechanisms

Brain-Computer Interfaces, 2(2-3), 70–75.

By: A. Wadeson n, A. Nijholt* & C. Nam n

author keywords: brain-computer interface; artistic; music; creative; control
TL;DR: This survey reviewed the available literature on artistic BCIs by classifying four types of user control afforded by the available applications: selective control, passive control, direct control and collaborative control, and questioned whether or not creative control affects the users’ sense of enjoyment or satisfaction. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 28, 2020

2015 conference paper

Optimal distribution of the influenza vaccine

Proceedings - Winter Simulation Conference, 2015-January, 1411–1420.

By: O. Ozaltin n, O. Dalgic & F. Erenay*

Contributors: O. Ozaltin n, O. Dalgic & F. Erenay*

TL;DR: An agent-based stochastic simulation model is used, and the best policy returned by this approach outperforms alternative policies recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being (OpenAlex)
Source: ORCID
Added: May 6, 2020

2015 journal article

Using systems modeling to enhance public health preparedness

Health Systems, 4(1), 1–4.

By: J. Ivy n, J. Horney & J. Maillard*

author keywords: public health preparedness; systems modeling; global public health; global outbreak response
TL;DR: A goal of this special issue is to serve as a medium for communicating systems methods to public health practice and to increase practitioners’ awareness of the role that systems methods can play in addressing complex planning and implementation issues associated with public health preparedness. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Crossref
Added: February 24, 2020

2015 journal article

The association between event learning and continuous quality improvement programs and culture of patient safety

Practical Radiation Oncology, 5(5), 286–294.

By: L. Mazur*, B. Chera*, P. Mosaly*, K. Taylor*, G. Tracton*, K. Johnson*, E. Comitz*, R. Adams* ...

MeSH headings : Humans; Patient Safety / standards; Quality Assurance, Health Care / standards; Quality Improvement / standards; Safety Management / standards
TL;DR: Results suggest that event learning and continuous quality improvement programs can be successfully implemented and that there are contemporaneous improvements in the culture of safety. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Crossref
Added: February 24, 2020

2015 journal article

Impact of the influenza season on a hospital from a pharmaceutical inventory management perspective

Health Systems, 4(1), 12–28.

By: A. Vila-Parrish n, J. Ivy n & B. He n

author keywords: simulation; perishable inventory; infectious disease; hospital pharmacy inventory management; influenza
TL;DR: This paper develops two simulation models: a disease outbreak model and a medication inventory model, which incorporates the impact of disease spread, patients’ health conditions, and medication shelf life and performs sensitivity analysis on several parameters. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being (OpenAlex)
Source: Crossref
Added: February 24, 2020

2015 journal article

Novel Materials and Structures Fabricated by Electron Beam Melting

Microscopy and Microanalysis, 21(S3), 461–462.

By: H. West*, O. Harrysson*, T. Horn*, D. Cormier*, R. Aman* & D. Marcellin-Little*

Sources: Crossref, ORCID
Added: February 24, 2020

2015 journal article

Influence of cognitive and perceptual processing on multitask performance with locomotion

Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science, 16(3), 273–298.

By: M. Sheik-Nainar*, D. Kaber n, S. Hsiang*, C. Pankok n & M. Zahabi n

author keywords: multitasking; cognitive performance; locomotion; slips and trips; proactive gait control
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Crossref
Added: February 24, 2020

2015 chapter

Determining Query Readiness for Structured Data

In Big Data Analytics and Knowledge Discovery (pp. 3–14).

By: F. Alborzi n, R. Chirkova n, J. Doyle n & Y. Fathi n

author keywords: Big data quality; Big data analytics and user interfaces; Data readiness level; Data quality measurement; Data quality improvement
TL;DR: This study provides a formalization of DRL in a structured-data scenario, and illustrates how knowledge of rules and facts can be used to identify those transformations of the data that improve its DRL. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (OpenAlex)
Source: Crossref
Added: February 24, 2020

2015 journal article

Sa1491 Automating Endoscopy Unit Efficiency Metrics: Leveraging the Electronic Health Record for Process Improvement

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 81(5), AB236.

By: Z. Gellad*, D. Chermak*, E. Brown* & J. Taheri n

TL;DR: Through careful process mapping and workflow standardization, the electronic health record can be leveraged to collect time data for endoscopy unit efficiency metrics, which can be used to benchmark against other practices and help guide process improvement activities. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: Crossref
Added: February 24, 2020

2015 chapter

Ultrasonic Vibration-Assisted Nanomachining

In Encyclopedia of Nanotechnology (pp. 1–9).

By: J. Dong*

Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 4, 2020

2015 journal article

Biofabrication of Multimaterial Three-Dimensional Constructs Embedded With Patterned Alginate Strands Encapsulating PC12 Neural Cell Lines

Journal of Nanotechnology in Engineering and Medicine, 6(2).

TL;DR: The bioprinting of a three-dimensional (3D) heterogeneous conduit structure encapsulating PC12 neural cells, which was shown to be printed with high cell viability and to proliferate within the rolled construct at a rate consistent with traditional two-dimensional culture. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, ORCID
Added: September 15, 2019

2015 journal article

Optimized oral cholera vaccine distribution strategies to minimize disease incidence: A mixed integer programming model and analysis of a Bangladesh scenario

Vaccine, 33(46), 6218–6223.

By: H. Smalley*, P. Keskinocak*, J. Swann* & A. Hinman*

author keywords: Cholera; Vaccine; Bangladesh; Mixed integer programming; Vaccine distribution
MeSH headings : Administration, Oral; Adolescent; Adult; Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Bangladesh / epidemiology; Child; Child, Preschool; Cholera / epidemiology; Cholera / prevention & control; Cholera Vaccines / administration & dosage; Cholera Vaccines / supply & distribution; Female; Humans; Incidence; Infant; Male; Middle Aged; Models, Theoretical; Topography, Medical; Young Adult
TL;DR: A mathematical model for optimally allocating vaccines in a region under varying levels of demographic and incidence data availability is presented and results indicate that, given appropriate surveillance data, targeting age groups and regions with the highest disease incidence should be the first priority. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 11, 2019

2015 journal article

An optimization framework for measuring spatial access over healthcare networks

BMC Health Services Research, 15(1).

author keywords: Optimization; Health access; Measurement of access; Intervention
MeSH headings : Catchment Area, Health; Health Services Accessibility; Humans; Models, Theoretical; Rural Population; Spatio-Temporal Analysis; United States
TL;DR: The optimization models capture a patient’s experience rather than their opportunities and avoid overestimating patient demand, and they can also capture system effects due to change based on congestion. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities (OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 11, 2019

2015 journal article

Small-Area Estimation of Spatial Access to Care and Its Implications for Policy

Journal of Urban Health, 92(5), 864–909.

author keywords: Spatial access; Health policy; Optimization; Small-area estimates
MeSH headings : California / epidemiology; Georgia / epidemiology; Health Policy; Health Services Accessibility / statistics & numerical data; Humans; Models, Statistical; Spatial Analysis
TL;DR: The results show the proposed approach is able to overcome limitations of other existing models by capturing patient and provider preferences and by incorporating possible changes in health policies, and inaccurate estimates of disparities across population and across geography at the county level are found. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 11, 2019

2015 journal article

Estimating Prevalence of Overweight or Obese Children and Adolescents in Small Geographic Areas Using Publicly Available Data

Preventing Chronic Disease, 12.

By: C. Davila-Payan*, M. DeGuzman*, K. Johnson*, N. Serban* & J. Swann*

MeSH headings : Adolescent; Arkansas / epidemiology; Body Mass Index; Censuses; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S.; Child; Child, Preschool; Ethnicity / statistics & numerical data; Georgia / epidemiology; Humans; Logistic Models; Nutrition Surveys; Overweight / epidemiology; Pediatric Obesity / epidemiology; Pilot Projects; Population Surveillance / methods; Prevalence; Risk Factors; Small-Area Analysis; Social Class; Spatial Analysis; United States
TL;DR: An approach to estimate the percentage of overweight or obese children aged 2 to 17 years in small geographic areas using publicly available data validates well against external data, and it can be a relevant aid for planning local interventions for children. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 11, 2019

2015 journal article

The effect of geographic access on severe health outcomes for pediatric asthma

Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, 136(3), 610–618.

By: E. Garcia*, N. Serban*, J. Swann* & A. Fitzpatrick*

author keywords: Geographic access; pediatric asthma; severe health outcomes
MeSH headings : Adolescent; Asthma / epidemiology; Child; Child, Preschool; Emergency Service, Hospital; Female; Georgia / epidemiology; Health Services Accessibility; Hospitalization / statistics & numerical data; Humans; Logistic Models; Male; North Carolina / epidemiology; Outcome Assessment, Health Care / statistics & numerical data; Prevalence; Primary Health Care
TL;DR: The variation in the association between estimated access and outcomes affects the projected reductions of severe outcomes with access improvement, and interventions must be tailored to target regions with the potential to deliver the highest effect to gain maximum benefit. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 11, 2019

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