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Using test data to evaluate rankings of entities in large scholarly citation networks

Dunaiski, Marcel (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT : A core aspect in the field of bibliometrics is the formulation, refinement, and verification of metrics that rate entities in the science domain based on the information contained within the scientific ...

Using the alchemical Magnum Opus as a guideline for creative writing

Peters, Shaun Eric (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The practice of creative writing is challenging the individual due to the lack of confidence in ability as well as a lack of systematic direction of how to approach the project. Like writing, alchemy ...

Using the behavior change wheel to identify barriers to and potential solutions for primary care clinical guideline use in four provinces in South Africa

Kredo, Tamara; Cooper, Sara; Abrams, Amber; Muller, Jocelyn; Volmink, Jimmy; Atkins, Salla (BMC (part of Springer Nature), 2018-12-14)

Background: Clinical practice guidelines risk having little impact on healthcare if not effectively implemented. Theory informed, targeted implementation may maximise their impact. Our study explored barriers to ...

Using the Bible in post-apartheid South Africa : its influence and impact amidst the gay debate

Punt, Jeremy (AOSIS, 2006)

The Bible has generated a significant reception history in the first decade of democratic, post-apartheid South Africa. Its reception history testifies to how the Bible was considered to be important across a broad spectrum ...

Using the Business model canvas to explore how independent South African musicians do music-as-business

Pienaar, Cilnette (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The international and South African music industry value chain is continuously being redefined. These changes that require a new way of thinking about music as a product are primarily driven by the ...

Using the FEniCS Package for FEM Solutions in Electromagnetics

Otto AJ; Marais N; Lezar E; Davidson DB (IEEE-INST ELECTRICAL ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS INC, 445 HOES LANE, PISCATAWAY,USA, NJ, 08855, 2012)

Using the Leykam Logline to evaluate chuting in South Africa

Krieg, Benno Wolfgang (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1991-10)

ENGLISH SUMMARY: Timber harvesting and extraction on sloping terrain has always proved to be a world wide problem. It is, often associated with itrenuous work and / or possible damage to the environment. Vehicular ...

Using the population-based incremental learning algorithm with computer simulation : some applications

Bekker, J.; Olivier, Y. (SAIIE, 2008)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The integration of the population-based incremental learning (PBIL) algorithm with computer simulation shows how this particular combination can be applied to find good solutions to combinatorial ...

Using the Vienna nomogram to determine the number of biopsy cores to be taken does not seem to have statistical advantage: an ongoing, prospective, randomized study.

Lecuona AT; Naidoo A; Heyns CF (2007)

Using the World Health Organization’s Disability Assessment Schedule (2) to assess disability in community-dwelling stroke patients

Arowoiya, Ayorinde I.; Elloker, Toughieda; Karachi, Farahana; Mlenzana, Nondwe; Khuabi, Lee-Ann Jacobs-Nzuzi (AOSIS Publishing, 2017)

Background: Measurement of the extent of disability post-stroke is important to determine the impact of disability on these individuals and the effectiveness of interventions aimed at reducing the impact of their disability. ...

Using the WORLDMAP PC program for measuring biodiversity in order to choose prioritized conservation areas in southern Africa

Buys M.H.; Vorster P.J.; van der Walt J.J. (1995)

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Using theatre techniques as a tool to enable active learning : searching for a pedagogy to transform spectators into spect-actors

Van Schalkwyk, Mareth (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2005-12)

In Britain provision is made for students with a low Basic Skills level (literacy and numeracy) to continue with their post-GCSE education in a low level vocational course. These low level courses aim to teach students ...

Using transformative transition coaching to support leaders during career transitions

Terblanche, Nicky; Albertyn, Ruth; Van Coller-Peter, Salome (SUNMeDIA, 2018)

Senior leadership transitions present daunting challenges. To promote inclusive development and comply with equal opportunity legislation, South African companies often fast-track careers of high-potential previously ...

Using visual methods to bring people to the center

Daniels D (2006)

Using XhLEA, a group 1 vegetative Late Embryogenesis Abundant protein to aid water deficit tolerance in plants and microbes

Denkhaus, Erik (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Late Embryogenesis Abundant (LEA) genes have been irrefutably linked to the osmotic stress response since their initial discovery in maturing cotton seeds. They have since been reported from a multitude ...