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A multi-objective model to determine efficient resource levels in a medical assessment unit
This paper details models that determine the efficient allocation of resources on a medical assessment unit (MAU) of a general hospital belonging to the National Health Service (NHS) UK. The MAU was establishe...
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A distance-metric methodology for the derivation of weights from a pairwise comparison matrix
A variety of approaches exist for the determination of a weighting scheme from a pairwise comparison matrix describing a scale-relation between objectives or alternatives. The most common context for such an a...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Analysis of Trends in Distance Metric Optimisation Modelling for Operational Research and Soft Computing
This paper provides a commentary and some analysis on recent advances in the field of distance metric optimisation, with particular reference to the place of distance metric optimisation within the overall dis...
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Final reply to the comments of Professors Ganjavi et al
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Reply to the comments of Ganjavi et al
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Towards the Development of an Integrated Multi-Objective Solution and Analysis System
This paper details some of the issues investigated and experiments conducted by the authors in the course of their design of a integrated multi-objective solution and analysis system. The role to which the con...
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Final reply to comments of Professor Ogryczak
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Reply to Professor Ogryczak
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Goal programming, compromise programming and reference point method formulations: linkages and utility interpretations
This paper looks at connections between the multi-criteria techniques of goal programming, compromise programming, and the reference point method. The utility function structure of each method is examined and ...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
An Example of Good Modelling Practice in Goal Programming: Means for Overcoming Incommensurability
Much discussion has taken place over the need for good modelling practice when formulating and solving goal programmes (GP’s). However, a considerable amount of poor or erroneous modelling still exists in the ...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
A Comparison Between Goal Programming and Regression Analysis for Portfolio Selection
The aim of this paper is to investigate the application of Goal Programming (GP) to portfolio evaluation and selection. The shares analysed are those in the British FTSE 100 index. A two stage model is propose...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
A General Purpose Interactive Goal Programming Algorithm
This paper reviews currently available goal programming (GP) and multi-objective programming (MOP) interactive algorithms and discusses design issues of interactive algorithms specifically for GP. Two factors ...
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An Overview of Current Solution Methods and Modelling Practices in Goal Programming
This paper presents an overview of the current state-of-the-art methods for modelling and solution of goal programming(GP) problems. Strategies for integrating these techniques into computerised software and t...
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A Two Staged Goal Programming Model for Portfolio Selection
The basic philosophy underlying investor portfolio stems from economic utility theory. Many mathematical models have been applied to portfolio selection, however a major drawback of these methods is that a vas...
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An Exploration of Linear and Goal Programming Models in the Downstream Oil Industry
This paper presents a comparison of Linear and Goal Programming methods applied to the downstream oil industry. A realistic, hypothetical model is developed. Results are presented and conclusions are drawn.
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Algorithmic Improvements to the Method of Martel and Aouni
This note presents some suggestions for technical improvement of the method given by Martel and Aouni for decision maker preference modelling within goal programming.
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A review of Goal Programming and its applications
This paper presents a review of the current literature on the branch of multi-criteria decision modelling known as Goal Programming (GP). The result of our indepth investigations of the two main GP methods, le...
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Very high magnetostrictive strains are observed in Terfenol-D. The material can produce high forces, and give fast precisio motions without backlash. The high magnetomechanical coupling factor means that it ca...
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Mycophenolic Acid: an Anti-cancer Compound with Unusual Properties
MYCOPHENOLIC acid (UK patent applications 43131/66 and 43132/66) emerged as a potential anti-cancer compound during routine screening tests with mould filtrates for activity against mouse fibroblasts. Our aim ...
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Examination of the Gibberellins of Zea mays and Phaseolus multiflorus Using Thin-Layer Chromatography
