Sentence examples for model foster from inspiring English sources

For mathematical simplicity, we propose the use of a polynomic growth model (Foster 2004) to model the aforementioned non-linear relationship.

Maximum likelihood and Bayesian Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) analyses were conducted using among-site (PhyloBayes CAT model; Lartillot and Philippe 2004) and among-lineage (P4 NDCH model; Foster 2004) composition models to determine the best-fitting models and the best-supported trees.

The selfish-competitor model fostered the utility-maximizing model that is so prevalent in the social sciences, particularly economics.

Its website states that "this business model fosters a proactive, responsive and efficient approach to providing city services".

The model fostered a two-fold aim: to assess the farmers' decision criteria and predict miscanthus location probability.

With the integrated analysis, the present model fosters the global comparison of alternatives according to different business scenarios and corporate strategies, supporting an informed decision-making process.

Based on Zeimer's (1981) conceptual model, fostering growth of any surviving trees and reforestation to replace those lost or dying was proposed for the 500 ha identified as debris flow-prone (Sierra NF, 1995).

This model fosters reusability, because those elements are available to be downloaded and integrated in any healthcare service, and interoperability, since from then on such services can share information seamlessly.

The solution proposed in this paper, based on the development of a life cycle cost model, fosters its application as a methodology to compare two mould manufacturing alternatives: a spray metal shell mould backfilled with a resin and aluminium powder resin and a conventional machined aluminium mould.

This model fosters a culture that values health provider autonomy, education, expertise and quality patient care.

Progress in training methods has introduced the conceptual model of critical and creative thinking in learning communication and gestural skills, and many reports have shown how this model fosters the development of cognitive, strategic and planning skills [ 6].