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A Colour Interpolation Scheme for Topologically Unrestricted Gradient Meshes
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Gradient meshes are a 2D vector graphics primitive where colour is interpolated between mesh vertices. The current implementations of gradient meshes are restricted to rectangular mesh topology. Our new interpolation method ... -
A Community of Differences
(NOVA Rapport 15/04, Research report, 2004)Social antrhopologist Viggo Vestels doctoral thesis explores how cultural differences are handled and related to in social relations and life phase among youth in a multicultural suburb in the Grorud Valley, East side Oslo. ... -
A Community of Differences
(NOVA Rapport 15/04, Research report, 2004)Viggo Vestels doktoravhandling omhandler hvordan kulturelle forskjeller håndteres og inngår i relasjoner og livsløp blant ungdom i et flerkulturelt drabantbyområde i Groruddalen på Oslos østkant. Særlig fokus har vært ... -
A Comparative Study of Factors Outside the Therapy Room Influencing Therapeutic Practice in The United States and Norway
(Master thesis, 2016)Objective. The goal of this thesis is to describe the experiences of psychotherapists in the United States and in Norway in dealing with the outside influencers, namely managed care organizations (MCO) in the United States ... -
A comparative study on social stigma associated with same-sex parenting in Italy and in Norway
(Master thesis, 2017)This comparative study aims at providing an insight on the way in which same-sex parents have experience of social stigma associated with same-sex parenting in the Italian and in the Norwegian contexts, highlighting ... -
A cross-sectional study of Health Related Quality of Life and body mass index in a Norwegian school sample (8-18 years): A comparison of child and parent perspectives
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2015-04-09)Background Because consequences of pediatric overweight and obesity are largely psychosocial, the aim of this study was to describe health related quality of life (HRQoL), the prevalence of overweight and obesity, and ... -
A falls prevention programme to improve quality of life, physical function and falls efficacy in older people receiving home help services: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)BACKGROUND: Falls and fall-related injuries in older adults are associated with great burdens, both for the individuals, the health care system and the society. Previous research has shown evidence for the efficiency ... -
A methodological approach to the materiality of clothing: Wardrobe studies
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2012)The material is not just ‘a carrier’ of different types of symbols, but an active element in the practices. Bringing this to the fore requires new research methods. This article discusses a methodological approach, we call ... -
A multilingual book café at the school library: Contradictions between literacy discourses
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A Norwegian prospective study ofpreterm mother–infant interactions at6 and 18 months and the impact ofmaternal mental health problems,pregnancy and birth complications
(Journal article; Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016)Objective: Pregnancy, birth and health complications, maternal mental health problems following preterm birth and their possible impact on early mother – infant interaction at 6 and 18 months corrected age (CA) ... -
A note on sampling procedures for the hotel survey
(NIBR-notat 2011:105, Notat, 2011)Last ned gratis The paper decribes the sample for the survey of hotel employees in Oslo and Akershus. it gives details of challenges met and measures made to obtain a representative sample of the target population. The ... -
A novel strategy for solving the stochastic point location problem using a hierarchical searching scheme
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2014)Stochastic point location (SPL) deals with the problem of a learning mechanism (LM) determining the optimal point on the line when the only input it receives are stochastic signals about the direction in which it should ... -
A participatory pathbreaker?
(NIBR-notat 2006:122, Notat, 2006)Last ned gratis The study examines experiences of rural producer organisations in four countries - Malawi, Zambia, Tanzania and Uganda - from the Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP) processes. It synsthesises and ... -
“A qualitative study of Health worker’s perceptions on HIV incidence and risk factors in Ruhiira”
(Master thesis, 2017)Background: HIV, the virus that results in AIDS, is one of the most severe health and development challenges the world faces today. The continent most affected by HIV/AIDS is Africa. Strategies to fight HIV/AIDS have been ... -
A qualitative study of immigrant women on long-term sick leave and their experience of dignity
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore if and how immigrant women suffering from chronic pain experience and maintain their dignity, during rehabilitation. Methods: The study was designed as a field study, ... -
A qualitative study of women’s experiences of living with COPD
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Aim: To explore women’s experiences of living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) at home. Design: An explorative and descriptive qualitative design. Methods: A consecutive sample of nine women with COPD ... -
A qualitative study of women’s experiences of living with COPD
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Aim To explore women's experiences of living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) at home. Design An explorative and descriptive qualitative design. Methods A consecutive sample of nine women ... -
A quantitative analysis of the uncertainty in grading of written exams in mathematics and physics
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2016-03-05)The most common way to grade students in courses at university and university college level is to use final written exams. The aim of final exams is generally to provide a reliable and a valid measurement of the extent to ... -
A Queue Model for Reliable Forecasting of Future CPU Consumption
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Statistical queuing models are popular to analyze a computer systems ability to process different types requests. A common strategy is to run stress tests by sending artificial requests to the system. The rate and sizes ... -
A relativistic trolley paradox
(Journal article; Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016-02)We present an apparent paradox within the special theory of relativity, involving a trolley with relativistic velocity and its rolling wheels. Two solutions are given, both making clear the physical reality of the Lorentz ...