The search for existing non-animal alternative methods for use in experiments is currently challenging because of the lack of both comprehensive structured databases and balanced keyword-based search strategies to mine unstructured textual databases. In this paper we describe 3Ranker, which is a fast, …

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a form of structured peer guidance attached to a specific course, provided by an experienced and trained student to a group of students. Previous studies show a positive effect of SI on learning outcomes, some found effects on well-being, and sense of belonging. However, …

Klimaatverandering heeft wereldwijd een aanzienlijke impact en één van de gevolgen is de toename van hittestress in steden, wat een negatief effect kan hebben op de gezondheid van de inwoners. Het voorkomen van hittestress en het bieden van plekken waar de bewoners verkoeling kunnen vinden wordt steeds …

Wereldwijd trekken steden steeds meer mensen aan door de rijke geschiedenis, aanwezigheid van scholen, culturele activiteiten, de aanwezigheid van vele banen en meer. Helaas is het moeilijker om op deze plekken tussen de kantoren en hoogbouw ruimte te realiseren voor recreatie en groene plekken. In combinatie …

De aansluiting tussen kinderopvang in de voorschoolse periode en de start van de basisschool is verschillend vorm gegeven in diverse landen. Nederland kent een ‘split system’, maar op enkele plekken is er sprake van structurele toenadering tussen de voorschoolse en schoolse sector. De peuter-kleuter-groep, …

Technological innovations enable rapid DNA analysis implementation possibilities. Concordantly, rapid DNA devices are being used in practice. However, the effects of implementing rapid DNA technologies in the crime scene investigation procedure have only been evaluated to a limited extent. In this study …

Despite the many benefits of club-organized sports participation for children, sports participation is lower among children from low-income families than among those from middle- or high-income families. Social safety experienced by parents from low-income families is an important facilitator for parents …

Background: Regular physiotherapy with a physiotherapist experienced in the field is not feasible for many patients with haemophilia. We, therefore, developed a blended physiotherapy intervention for persons with haemophilic arthropathy (HA) (e-Exercise HA), integrating face-to-face physiotherapy with …

Academic Confidence is the self-perception of students towards their own capabilities, skills and competences regarding all aspects of academic life (Tasneem and Panwar, 2019). It positively impacts study success and potentially mental well being of students.