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13. Foreword

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Tarricone, Rosanna, primary, Torbica, Aleksandra, additional, Drummond, Michael, additional, and Schreyögg, Jonas, additional

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2017
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25. Predicting rheological behavior and baking quality of wheat flour using a GlutoPeak test.

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Rakita S, Dokić L, Dapčević Hadnađev T, Hadnađev M, and Torbica A

Subjects
Humans, Cooking, Flour analysis, Food Quality, Food Technology, Rheology, Triticum
Abstract

The purpose of this research was to gain an insight into the ability of the GlutoPeak instrument to predict flour functionality for bread making, as well as to determine which of the GlutoPeak parameters show the best potential in predicting dough rheological behavior and baking performance. Obtained results showed that GlutoPeak parameters correlated better with the indices of extensional rheological tests which consider constant dough hydration than with those which were performed at constant dough consistency. The GlutoPeak test showed that it is suitable for discriminating wheat varieties of good quality from those of poor quality, while the most discriminating index was maximum torque (MT). Moreover, MT value of 50 BU and aggregation energy value of 1,300 GPU were set as limits of wheat flour quality. The backward stepwise regression analysis revealed that a high-level prediction of indices which are highly affected by protein content (gluten content, flour water absorption, and dough tenacity) was achieved by using the GlutoPeak indices. Concerning bread quality, a moderate prediction of specific loaf volume and an intense level prediction of breadcrumb textural properties were accomplished by using the GlutoPeak parameters. The presented results indicated that the application of this quick test in wheat transformation chain for the assessment of baking quality would be useful., Practical Applications: Baking test is considered as the most reliable method for assessing wheat-baking quality. However, baking test requires trained stuff, time, and large sample amount. These disadvantages have led to a growing demand to develop new rapid tests which would enable prediction of baked product quality with a limited flour size. Therefore, we tested the possibility of using a GlutoPeak tester to predict loaf volume and breadcrumb textural properties. Discrimination of wheat varieties according to quality with a restricted flour amount was also examined. Furthermore, we proposed the limit values of GlutoPeak parameters which would be highly beneficial for millers and bakers when determine suitability of flour for end-use., (© 2017 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.)

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2018
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26. Key Recommendations from the MedtecHTA Project.

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Tarricone R, Torbica A, and Drummond M

Subjects
Cost-Benefit Analysis methods, Diffusion of Innovation, Equipment and Supplies economics, Ergonomics economics, Ergonomics methods, Evidence-Based Medicine economics, Evidence-Based Medicine methods, Guidelines as Topic, Humans, Learning Curve, Technology Assessment, Biomedical economics, Technology Assessment, Biomedical methods, Time Factors, Cost-Benefit Analysis standards, Equipment and Supplies standards, Ergonomics standards, Evidence-Based Medicine standards, Health Policy, Technology Assessment, Biomedical standards
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There are particular characteristics of Medical Devices, such as the device-user interaction, the incremental nature of innovation and the broader organizational impact that lead to additional challenges for health technology assessment (HTA). The project explored key aspects of the conduct and methods of HTA for MDs. Systematic reviews and original research studies were conducted to determine improvements in processes and methods that could enhance the potential for HTA and optimize the diffusion of MDs. Regulatory processes for MDs should be more closely aligned, the HTA evaluative framework should be harmonized and processes for conditional coverage and evidence development should be used. The methods for HTA should consider MDs as complex interventions, require the establishment of high quality registries, consider an iterative approach to the evaluation over time, recognize and allow for the particular characteristics of devices and use appropriate approaches for confounder adjustment in comparative effectiveness studies. To optimize the diffusion, a common classification should be developed across countries in order to facilitate international comparisons, factors driving diffusion should be explored in HTA reports and physicians' personal goals and motivation should be better understood. The key recommendations of the MedtecHTA project should improve the conduct and use of HTA for MDs. © 2017 The Authors. Health Economics published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., (© 2017 The Authors. Health Economics published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.)

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2017
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