Publications by authors named "F E Fox"
Wind speed is one of the main control factors of wind erosion and dust emissions, which are major problems in arid and semiarid regions of the world. Accurately simulating highly precise hourly wind speeds is critical and cost-efficient for land management decisions with the goal of mitigating wind erosion and land degradation. The Wind Erosion Prediction System (WEPS) is a process-based, daily time-step model that simulates changes in the soil-vegetation-atmosphere.
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- CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is effective for treating depression, and the INTERACT platform enhances access through online resources and messaging support between therapists and patients.
- The INTERACT trial involved interviews with patients, therapists, and supervisors to evaluate how this integrated delivery approach worked for managing depression.
- Results showed that online resources improved patient engagement and allowed for reflection, but highlighted challenges in goal-setting and the typing process, indicating a need for clear expectations in therapy.
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- Awareness is crucial for cancer prevention, with U.S. studies showing a strong link between online searches and cancer incidence, whereas the European relationship is less clear.
- This study focused on Germany, analyzing the relationship between cancer incidence and web searches for various types of cancer between July 2018 and December 2019, using data from Google Ads and national cancer registries.
- Findings revealed a strong correlation (r = 0.88) between cancer-related web searches and actual cancer rates, with search trends peaking seasonally and differing regionally, potentially aiding in targeted awareness campaigns for cancer prevention.
Key Factors Impacting a Medical Ventilator Supply Chain During the COVID- 19 Pandemic: Lessons for Pandemic Preparedness.
Disaster Med Public Health Prep
April 2024
Objectives: Future pandemics may cause more severe respiratory illness in younger age groups than COVID-19, requiring many more mechanical ventilators. This publication synthesizes the experiences of diverse contributors to Medtronic's mechanical ventilator supply chain during the pandemic, serving as a record of what worked and what didn't, while identifying key factors affecting production ramp-up in this healthcare crisis.
Method: In-depth, one-on-one interviews (n = 17) were held with key Medtronic personnel and suppliers.