African Evaluation Database

9120 records found

Source	Electronic ID	Title▲	Authors	Publication Year	Source Title	Volume	Issue	DOI	Affiliations	Authors with Affiliations	Abstract	Author Keywords	Index Keywords	Funding Details
Scopus	2-s2.0-84938526082	Use of the MSCR test to characterize the asphalt binder properties relative to HMA rutting perfor...	Zhang J., Walubita L.F., Faruk A.N.M., Karki P., Simate G.S.	2015	Construction and Building Materials	94	None	10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2015.06.044	Texas AandM University, College Station, TX, United States; Texas AandM Transportation Institute,...	Zhang, J., Texas AandM University, College Station, TX, United States; Walubita, L.F., Texas Aand...	Abstract Permanent deformation (or rutting) is one of the common distresses occurring in hot-mix ...	Asphalt binder; DSR; G∗; HWTT; J<inf>nr</inf>; MSCR; Permanent deformation; RLPD; Rutting	Asphalt; Asphalt pavements; Creep; Deformation; High temperature properties; Highway administrati...	TxDOT, Texas Department of Transportation	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84918586205	Use of the myocardial performance index as a prognostic indicator of adverse fetal outcome in poo...	Bhorat I.E., Bagratee J.S., Pillay M., Reddy T.	2014	Prenatal Diagnosis	34	13	10.1002/pd.4471	Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine, University of Kwa...	Bhorat, I.E., Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine, Uni...	What is known about the topic?Fetal complications in gestational diabetes without microvascular c...	None	adult; clinical trial; cross-sectional study; female; fetus heart; heart function test; human; pa...	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84882996014	Use of volcanic ash and its impact on algae proliferation in drinking water filtration	Mpagi K.H., Rose K., Elzbieta P.	2013	Journal of Water Sanitation and Hygiene for Development	3	2	10.2166/washdev.2013.080	Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Makerere University, P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, U...	Mpagi, K.H., Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Makerere University, P.O. Box 706...	With increasing pollution of the available water resources, development of safe drinking water su...	Algae; Drinking water; Filtration; Intact cells; Pre-treatment; Volcanic ash	None	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-70450174230	Use of white rot-fungi in upgrading maize straw and, the resulting impact on chemical composition...	Akinfemi A., Adu O.A., Adebiyi O.A.	2009	Livestock Research for Rural Development	21	10	None	Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Animal Science, Shabu-Laf...	Akinfemi, A., Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Animal Scie...	Studies were carried out for 40 days on the conversion of maize straw into value added ruminant f...	Fermentation; Fungi; Pleurotus pulmonarius; Pleurotus sajor caju; Ruminant	Bovidae; Fungi; Pleurotus; Pleurotus pulmonarius; Pleurotus sajor-caju; Zea mays	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-79959709463	Use-value or performance: Towards a better understanding of small reservoirs in sub-Saharan Afric...	Venot J.-P., Cecchi P.	2011	Cahiers Agricultures	20	42371	10.1684/agr.2010.0457	International Water Management Institute (IWMI), PMB CT 112, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana; IRD, UMR ...	Venot, J.-P., International Water Management Institute (IWMI), PMB CT 112, Cantonments, Accra, Gh...	Small reservoirs are a reality of rural sub-Saharan Africa. They trigger technical and institutio...	Evaluation; Innovation; Land use planning; Subsaharan Africa; Water reservoirs	None	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84870265731	Using adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) for proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC...	Rezazadeh S., Mehrabi M., Pashaee T., Mirzaee I.	2012	Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology	26	11	10.1007/s12206-012-0844-2	Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran; Depa...	Rezazadeh, S., Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Urmia University, Ur...	In this paper, an adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) is used for modeling proton excha...	ANFIS; Fuel cell performance; PEM fuel cells; Relative humidity	Adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system; ANFIS; Fuel cell performance; Inlet air; Membrane thicknes...	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84942501614	Using a dual kernel density estimate as a preliminary evaluation of the spatial distribution of d...	Oviasu O.I.	2015	GeoJournal	80	5	10.1007/s10708-014-9590-6	Regional Centre for Training in Aerospace Surveys (RECTAS), Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria	Oviasu, O.I., Regional Centre for Training in Aerospace Surveys (RECTAS), Ile-Ife, Osun State, Ni...	Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing problem in Nigeria, presenting challenges to the nation...	Chronic kidney disease; Dual kernel density estimate; Edo State; Spatial analysis	Decision making; Hospitals; Areas of concerns; Chronic kidney disease; Edo State; Kernel density ...	None	View
None	None	Using a new odour-baited device to explore options for luring and killing outdoor-biting malaria ...	Matowo N.S., Moore J., Mapua S., Madumla E.P., Moshi I.R., Kaindoa E.W., Mwangungulu S.P., Kavish...	2013	Parasites and Vectors	6	1	10.1186/1756-3305-6-137	Environmental Health and Ecological Sciences Thematic Group, Ifakara Health Institute, P.O.Box 53...	Matowo, N.S., Environmental Health and Ecological Sciences Thematic Group, Ifakara Health Institu...	Background: Mosquitoes that bite people outdoors can sustain malaria transmission even where effe...	None	insecticide; pirimiphos methyl; unclassified drug; Anopheles arabiensis; Anopheles funestus; arti...	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-34247376503	Using blended learning to boost motivation and performance in introductory economics modules	van Der Merwe A.	2007	South African Journal of Economics	75	1	10.1111/j.1813-6982.2007.00109.x	Department of Applied Management, Durban University of Technology, Scottsville, South Africa	van Der Merwe, A., Department of Applied Management, Durban University of Technology, Scottsville...	This paper explores the potential of online learning, in a local context, to provide academic eco...	None	academic performance; economics; learning; student; teaching	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84905019402	Using clickers to facilitate interactive engagement activities in a lecture room for improved per...	Tlhoaele M., Hofman A., Naidoo A., Winnips K.	2014	Innovations in Education and Teaching International	51	5	10.1080/14703297.2013.796725	Teaching and Learning with Technology, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa; ...	Tlhoaele, M., Teaching and Learning with Technology, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, ...	What impact can interactive engagement (IE) activities using clickers have on students' motivatio...	class discussion; group discussion; individual effort; interactive engagement; personal response ...	None	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-83955164254	Using Competitive Population Evaluation in a differential evolution algorithm for dynamic environ...	Du Plessis M.C., Engelbrecht A.P.	2012	European Journal of Operational Research	218	1	10.1016/j.ejor.2011.08.031	Department of Computer Science, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa	Du Plessis, M.C., Department of Computer Science, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa;...	This paper proposes two adaptations to DynDE, a differential evolution-based algorithm for solvin...	Differential evolution; Dynamic environments; Evolutionary computation; Optimization	Competitive population; Differential Evolution; Differential evolution algorithms; Dynamic enviro...	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84855537022	Using crystallisation fractionation to monitor thermo-oxidative degradation of impact poly(propyl...	De Goede E., Mallon P.E., Pasch H.	2012	Macromolecular Materials and Engineering	297	1	10.1002/mame.201100058	Department of Chemistry and Polymer Science, University of Stellenbosch, Private Bag X1, Matielan...	De Goede, E., Department of Chemistry and Polymer Science, University of Stellenbosch, Private Ba...	ICPPs are complex materials that contain various ethylene/propylene copolymers in addition to the...	differential scanning calorimetry; impact PP copolymers; SEC/FTIR; temperature rising elution fra...	Analysis techniques; Carbonyl index; Comonomer content; Complex materials; Ethylene/propylene cop...	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84926250365	Using decision tree analysis to understand foundation science student performance. Insight gained...	Frances Kirby N., Roslyn Dempster E.	2014	International Journal of Science Education	36	17	10.1080/09500693.2014.936921	School of Education, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg Campus, Private Bag X01, Scott...	Frances Kirby, N., School of Education, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg Campus, Pri...	The Foundation Programme of the Centre for Science Access at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Sou...	Access to tertiary science studies; Factors affecting performance; Foundation Programme; Tree ana...	None	None	View
WoS	WOS:000323978800001	Using electronic technology to improve clinical care - results from a before-after cluster trial ...	Hedt-Gauthier, Bethany L.,Lesh, Neal,Mitchell, Marc,Msellemu, Daniel,Nkaka, Melania	2013	BMC MEDICAL INFORMATICS AND DECISION MAKING	13	None	10.1186/1472-6947-13-95	Harvard University, Dimagi Inc, D Tree Int, Ifakara Hlth Inst	None	Background: Poor adherence to the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) protocol redu...	,GUIDELINES,HEALTH-WORKERS,IMPLEMENTATION,"MULTICOUNTRY EVALUATION",STRATEGY	None	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84897471101	Using evaluation as action research: Reflections on teaching practice using Brookfield's four len...	Ndebele C.	2014	Anthropologist	17	2	None	Centre for Higher Education Teaching and Learning, University of Venda, P. Bag. X 5050, Thohoyand...	Ndebele, C., Centre for Higher Education Teaching and Learning, University of Venda, P. Bag. X 50...	As one goes about the process of teaching there is need to sit down after every session and take ...	Autobiography; Feedback; Peer review; Relevant literature; Student eyes; Triangulation	None	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84910645933	Using geographic information systems to track polio vaccination team performance: Pilot project r...	Gammino V.M., Nuhu A., Chenoweth P., Manneh F., Young R.R., Sugerman D.E., Gerber S., Abanida E.,...	2014	Journal of Infectious Diseases	210	None	10.1093/infdis/jit285	Global Immunization Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, MS-E05, 1600 Clifton Rd...	Gammino, V.M., Global Immunization Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, MS-E05, ...	The application of geospatial data to public health problems has expanded significantly with incr...	geospatial analysis; GIS; immunization campaign; operations research; polio; program evaluation; ...	Article; artifact; geographic information system; global positioning system; health care delivery...	None	View
WoS	WOS:000339242700008	Using Health Surveillance Systems Data to Assess the Impact of AIDS and Antiretroviral Treatment ...	Boerma, Ties,Granich, Reuben,Korenromp, Eline,Lazenby, Mark,Letebele, Judith,Low-Beer, Daniel,Mot...	2014	PLOS ONE	9	7	10.1371/journal.pone.0100431	Erasmus University Rotterdam, World Health Organization, Yale University, Grad Inst Int & Dev Stu...	"Lazenby, Mark: Yale University","Tassie, Jean-Michel: World Health Organization",	Introduction: Botswana's AIDS response included free antiretroviral treatment (ART) since 2002, a...	,COMMUNITY,DEATHS,HIV,IMMUNODEFICIENCY-VIRUS-INFECTION,INDIVIDUALS,NEW-YORK-CITY,PREVALENCE,SOUTH...	None	None	View
None	None	Using HIV-attributable mortality to assess the impact of antiretroviral therapy on adult mortalit...	Kanjala C., Michael D., Todd J., Slaymaker E., Calvert C., Isingo R., Wringe A., Zaba B., Urassa M.	2014	Global Health Action	7	None	10.3402/gha.v7.21865	National Institute for Medical Research, Mwanza, Tanzania; London School of Hygiene and Tropical ...	Kanjala, C., National Institute for Medical Research, Mwanza, Tanzania, London School of Hygiene ...	Background: The Tanzanian national HIV care and treatment programme has provided free antiretrovi...	ART; HDSS; HIV-attributable mortality; InterVA model; Serological survey; Verbal autopsy	None	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84920281316	Using hydrochemical tracers to assess impacts of unsewered urban catchments on hydrochemistry and...	Nyenje P.M., Foppen J.W., Uhlenbrook S., Lutterodt G.	2014	Hydrological Processes	28	24	10.1002/hyp.10070	Department of Water Science and Engineering, UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education, PO Box 301...	Nyenje, P.M., Department of Water Science and Engineering, UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Educati...	We applied graphical methods and multivariate statistics to understand impacts of an unsewered sl...	Acid rain; Groundwater; Multivariate statistics; Nutrients; Slums; Uganda	Acid rain; Calcium; Catchments; Cluster analysis; Effluents; Groundwater; Groundwater geochemistr...	None	View
Scopus	2-s2.0-84919863409	Using impacts of deep-level mining to research karst hydrology—a Darcy-based approach to predict ...	Schrader A., Winde F., Erasmus E.	2014	Environmental Earth Sciences	72	9	10.1007/s12665-014-3263-0	North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa; Mine Water Re-Search Group, North-West Univer...	Schrader, A., North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa; Winde, F., Mine Water Re-Search...	Some of the world’s deepest goldmines are located in the Far West Rand (FWR) goldfield operating ...	Dewatering; Dolomitic compartments; Mega-compartment concept; Post-mining spring flow; Re-watering	Aquifers; Dewatering; Forecasting; Gold; Groundwater; Groundwater flow; Groundwater resources; Hy...	86331, NRF, National Research Foundation	View

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