Publications by authors named "F Vicari"
Introduction: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of mortality worldwide, though it may be prevented by increasing physical activity (PA). When behaviour change techniques (BCTs) are bundled together, they increase PA, though which individual BCTs increase PA (and the behavioural mechanism of action (MoA) responsible for said increase) have not been studied. The aim of this study is to conduct a randomised factorial experiment to determine which of four BCTs significantly engage the proposed MoA-self-efficacy for PA-in adults at risk for CVD.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe valorization of ultra-concentrated seawater brines, named bitterns, requires preliminary purification processes, such as membrane filtration, before they can be fully exploited. This study investigates the performance of an ultrafiltration pilot plant aimed at separating organic matter and large particles from real bitterns. An empirical model for the bittern viscosity was developed to better characterize the membrane.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: To test the effectiveness and feasibility of a remotely delivered intervention to increase physical activity (walking) in middle-aged and older adults.
Design: This study used a personalized (N-of-1) trial design.
Setting: This study took place at a major healthcare system from November 2021 to February 2022.
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- The study aimed to assess how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the psychosocial functioning of individuals with cleft lip and/or palate (CL/P) aged 6 and older.
- Researchers surveyed 36 CL/P patients about their well-being before and during the pandemic, focusing on social-emotional aspects and satisfaction with facial appearance.
- Results showed significant improvements in well-being and satisfaction after the pandemic began, particularly when patients were wearing masks, although remote interactions appeared less favorable.
Purpose: To test the feasibility of a remotely-delivered intervention to increase low-intensity physical activity (walking) in middle-aged and older adults.
Design: This study used a Personalized (N-of-1) trial design.
Setting: This study took place at a major healthcare system from November 2021 to February 2022.