This observation validates a dislocation mechanics model given by Eshelby, Frank and Nabarro in 1951 and not previously directly tested, despite its importance in underpinning our understanding of grain size strengthening, fracture initiation, short fatigue crack propagation, fatigue crack initiation and many more phenomena.
He also spoke about the importance of fiscal union underpinning successful currency unions, pointing to the eurozone crisis.
The importance of robust systems underpinned by a supportive culture was stressed, mirroring findings in another qualitative study of ROs in London [ 35].
In keeping with previously published work, we acknowledge the importance of theory to underpin the design, selection, conduct and interpretation of case studies[ 2].
Moreover, the importance of colonization pressure underpins the role of cross-transmission in the dynamics of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the ICU, which has major consequences for the evaluation of the effectiveness of infection control measures.
This chapter provides structured information, which can assist academic researchers in understanding the importance of, and principles underpinning, design control.
In the last decade, some other useful alternatives have been proposed, but ours focuses especially on a collaborative undertaking and on the importance of spatial information underpinning common camera trap studies.
Our objectives were to describe the conceptual bases for value and its use in decision making, critically examine existing value frameworks, discuss the importance of sound conceptual underpinning, identify key elements of value relevant to specific decision contexts, and recommend good practice in value definition and implementation as well as areas for further research.
At a policy level, this ranged from broad agenda setting and policy debates on the importance of childhood obesity, to underpinning specific new policies such as banning soft drink sales in schools.
Recent studies and reviews underpin the importance of strategies that support patient involvement, engagement and self-care [ 57– 57].
