Historic Investments in Climate Action: Inflation Reduction Act May 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of May 2023 focuses on making significant investments in climate action to reduce U.S. emissions by an estimated 40% by 2030. This act supports disadvantaged communities, the clean energy industry, and aims to drive emissions reductions over the next decade while pa
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Understanding Culture, Identity, Bias, and Diversity in the Workplace
This presentation highlights the importance of understanding culture, identity, bias, and their impacts in the workplace. Through courageous conversations and diversity training, participants learn to unpack implicit bias, combat bias, and develop teamwork skills. The session emphasizes staying enga
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Unconscious Bias
Delve into the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion through an interactive workshop focused on understanding unconscious bias, reducing bias in a safe space, intentional application in clinical settings, and successful interactions with diverse colleagues and patients. Engage in thought-provoki
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Understanding and Avoiding Bias in Evidence-Based Responses
Recognizing bias in oneself and others is crucial when collecting evidence. Different types of bias, such as confirmation bias, can influence decisions and behaviors significantly. By exploring our own thinking and accessing curated resources to learn about bias, we can develop a deeper understandin
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Evaluating Gender Bias in BERTi: Insights on Large Language Models
This study delves into gender bias evaluation in BERTi, a large language model trained on South Slavic data. It explores issues in language modeling, the impact of social biases in artificial intelligence, and training processes of Large Language Models (LLMs). Additionally, it discusses how LLMs le
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Recognizing Hidden Bias in the Workplace
In the workplace, hidden bias, also known as implicit bias, can significantly impact hiring, employment decisions, and overall workplace dynamics. Deloitte's 2019 State of Inclusion Survey revealed that a substantial percentage of workers experienced bias at least monthly. Hidden biases can be based
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Harm Reduction in Addiction Psychiatry: A Comprehensive Overview
Harm reduction in addiction psychiatry is a client-centered approach that focuses on reducing negative consequences associated with substance use. This philosophy involves practical strategies and principles aimed at promoting safer drug use practices. The historical background traces the evolution
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Techniques of Fracture Reduction in Veterinary Medicine
Explore the techniques of fracture reduction in veterinary surgery, including closed reduction and toggling method, explained by Dr. Archana Kumari. Learn about the advantages of closed reduction, indications for treatment, and the step-by-step technique involved in reducing fractures in animals. Di
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Investigating Bias and Conflict of Interest: Guidelines for Fair Adjudication
Explore the intricacies of bias and conflict of interest in investigations, learn how to identify and counteract them to ensure fairness in decision-making. Topics include understanding bias, detecting it, LGBTQ terminology, evidence collection, and remedial actions like recusal. Navigate the nuance
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Overcoming Unconscious Bias in Talent Acquisition Process
Overcoming Unconscious Bias in Talent Acquisition Process emphasizes the importance of addressing unconscious bias in hiring practices through awareness and control. The content delves into defining unconscious bias, its impact on diversity, examples, and strategies for managing bias. The University
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Understanding Energy Analysis in Size Reduction Equipments
This comprehensive overview delves into the energy analysis involved in size reduction equipment, exploring topics such as objectives of size reduction units, sieve analysis for particle size distribution, mesh number system, and mathematical models for energy analysis in size reduction units. Dr. J
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Understanding and Utilizing Bias in Legal Proceedings
Exploring the complexities of bias in legal settings, this content provides insights on identifying, addressing, and leveraging bias in litigation. From defining various forms of bias to strategies for cross-examination and case presentation, it equips legal professionals with practical knowledge to
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Understanding Odds Ratio and Bias in Case-Control Studies
This educational material covers the essentials of odds ratio and bias in case-control studies, including how to construct a 2x2 table, calculate odds ratio, define bias, and interpret results. A specific case study on pesticide exposure and cancer is presented to illustrate these concepts. Readers
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Types of Bias in Epidemiological Studies
Bias in epidemiological studies can arise from misclassification of observations and exposures, leading to incorrect associations between variables. Observation bias, misclassification bias, and non-differential misclassification can impact the accuracy of study results, either minimizing difference
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Understanding Diode Junction Biasing: Zero and Forward Bias Conditions
In the world of electronics, diode junction biasing plays a crucial role. This article delves into the concepts of zero and forward bias conditions for diodes. When a diode is zero-biased, no external potential energy is applied, while in forward bias, a specific voltage is introduced to initiate cu
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Is Your Analytics Software Lying to You_ How to Spot and Correct Data Bias
Data bias can distort your analytics and lead to misguided decisions. In this blog, learn how to identify common signs of data bias, understand its impacts, and explore effective strategies to correct it. Enhance the accuracy and reliability of your insights with practical tips and advanced tools, e
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Understanding Bias and Variance in Machine Learning Models
Explore the concepts of overfitting, underfitting, bias, and variance in machine learning through visualizations and explanations by Geoff Hulten. Learn how bias error and variance error impact model performance, with tips on finding the right balance for optimal results.
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Understanding Implicit Bias in Medical Education
Delve into the origins, forms, and manifestations of bias in clinical and medical education settings. Learn strategies to mitigate and address bias through a detailed exploration of terms like System 1 and System 2 thinking, implicit bias, race/racism, sexism, microaggressions, and more. Gain insigh
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Understanding Bias in Sampling and Surveys
Bias in sampling and surveys can arise from undercoverage, nonresponse, and response bias. Even when samples are randomly selected, various factors can lead to inaccurate results. Researchers need to be aware of these biases and take steps to minimize them, such as testing surveys before full deploy
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Understanding Transistor Bias Circuits for Linear Amplification
Transistor bias circuits play a crucial role in setting the DC operating point for proper linear amplification. A well-biased transistor ensures the signal variations at the input are accurately reproduced at the output without distortion. Various biasing methods such as Voltage-Divider Bias, Emitte
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Novel Cognitive Target for Treating Irritability and Anxiety in Youth
Research explores Hostile Interpretation Bias as a potential target for treating co-occurring irritability and anxiety in youth. The study investigates why this bias persists in irritable individuals and proposes Interpretation Bias Training as a treatment approach. Computational learning models are
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Evaluating Bias in Value-Added Models Using Prior Scores
Outcome-based value-added (VA) models are commonly used to assess productivity in various fields. This study explores the use of prior scores to evaluate bias in VA estimates, focusing on the correlation between current teacher VA and lagged outcomes. The analysis highlights the sensitivity of balan
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Managing Reporting Bias in Systematic Reviews - Strategies and Consequences
Reporting bias poses a significant threat to the accuracy of systematic reviews, with publication bias affecting up to 50% of trials. This bias distorts treatment effect estimates, leading to exaggerated outcomes. Strategies to mitigate reporting bias include searching bibliographical databases, exp
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Age Differences in Positivity Bias During Episodic Future Thought Study
The study explores how positivity bias varies across different age groups during episodic future thought, investigating memory recall and emotional valence in young, middle-aged, and older adults. Results suggest older adults exhibit more positivity in recalling past events but the same bias may not
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Understanding Transition Bias and Substitution Models in Genetics
Transition bias and substitution models, explored by Xuhua Xia, delve into the concepts of transitions and transversions in genetic mutations, the causes of transition bias, the ubiquitous nature of transition bias in invertebrate and vertebrate genes, the mitochondrial genetic code, and RNA seconda
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Gender Bias in STEM Faculty Recruitment
Research indicates that women are underrepresented among STEM faculty members, potentially due to bias in the search process. Studies show evidence of bias against women candidates in male-dominated fields like mechanical engineering, leading to lower hiring rates. Another study revealed bias in fac
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Addressing Bias-Related Incidents at Concordia University
The report discusses bias reporting at Concordia University, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing bias-related incidents. It covers examples of bias, distinction between bias incidents and hate crimes, and strategies for response. Presenters from the Office of Multicultural En
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Electrochemical Reduction of CO2 on Copper and Mixed Metal Oxides
Different methods for CO2 reduction have been studied, with electrochemical reduction showing promise due to its use of electricity from nonconventional sources. Research on copper's unique characteristics for producing various CO2 reduction products has led to investigations into optimizing activit
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Development and Evaluation of Harm Reduction Acceptance Scales
Development of scales to measure the acceptance of harm reduction is crucial for understanding public attitudes towards harm reduction strategies. This project focuses on creating valid and reliable scales through a systematic process involving item development, data collection, analysis, and refine
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Addressing Implicit Bias in Medical School Admissions
Increased diversity in the healthcare workforce benefits health outcomes, but implicit bias can impact candidate selection in medical school admissions. This advocacy project aims to address implicit bias by developing training sessions for new members of the admissions committee at UNM SOM, focusin
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Uncovering Bias in Research: Foundation of Science
Exploring the presence of bias in research, this compilation delves into various types of biases such as confirmation bias and fundamental attribution error. It also addresses the challenges of explaining behaviors rooted in biases and offers insights on reducing bias in the scientific process. Thro
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Investigating Allelic Bias in Personal Genomes
This study delves into allelic bias in personal genomes, examining the influence of various factors such as sequencing datasets, removal of reads with allelic bias, and the impact on allele-specific single nucleotide variants (AS SNVs). The revised AlleleDB pipeline proposed includes steps for const
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Integrating Climate Change Adaptation in Disaster Risk Reduction Module 1
Welcome to the e-Learning module on integrating climate change adaptation in disaster risk reduction. This module covers concepts in disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. It is part of a package that includes five modules focusing on vulnerability, disaster risk reduction, climate c
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Understanding Bias and Variance in Machine Learning
Exploring the concepts of bias and variance in machine learning through informative visuals and explanations. Discover how model space, restricting models, and the impact of bias and variance affect the performance of machine learning algorithms. Formalize bias and variance using mean squared error
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Enhancing Bias Training for Faculty at the University of Utah
Transform faculty training on bias at the University of Utah through engaging slides designed to raise awareness, combat implicit bias, and promote inclusivity. Empower educators to recognize and address bias in their teaching practices for a more equitable learning environment.
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Understanding Inductive Bias in Machine Learning
Machine learning models rely on inductive bias, which are the assumptions made by algorithms to generalize from training data to unseen instances. Occam's Razor is a common example of inductive bias, favoring simpler hypotheses over complex ones. This bias helps algorithms make predictions and handl
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Understanding Implicit Bias: Exploring Bias, Stereotypes, and Discrimination
Explore the concept of implicit bias through discussions about prior knowledge, feelings pre and post taking implicit association tests, and how this awareness can be applied beneficially in personal and classroom settings. Definitions of implicit bias, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination are
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Understanding Cost Overruns in Projects: Systematic Bias vs. Selection Bias
Cost overruns in projects can be attributed to systematic bias, like optimism bias and strategic misrepresentation, or selection bias where projects with low estimated costs are more likely to be selected leading to underestimation. Mitigating these biases is crucial for accurate project budgeting a
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Understanding Experimenter Bias in Research Studies
Experimenter bias occurs when researchers introduce their own biases into an experiment, potentially impacting the outcome. This bias can manifest in various ways, such as manipulating results or selecting participants who confirm preconceived notions. Through examples in studies about toddler sleep
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Investigating Bias in Newspaper Articles through Natural Language Processing
The project, mentored by Jason Cho and advised by Professor Eric Meyer, focuses on automatic bias detection in newspaper articles. It involves recognizing similar article topics and detecting bias using tools like OpenNLP and Python NLTK. The endeavor aims to uncover words correlated with bias and a
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