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  • 1
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    Santa Monica, Calif. ; Nachgewiesen 92.1949 -
    Language: Undetermined
    Dates of Publication: Nachgewiesen 92.1949 -
    Series Statement: Rand publications
    Former Title: Research memorandum
    Former Title: Memorandum
    DDC: 600
    Keywords: Monografische Reihe
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  • 2
    ISBN: 9780833090973 , 0833093258
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 306.0951
    Keywords: Sustainable development ; Quality of life ; Pearl River Delta (China) ; Pearl River Delta (China)
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  • 3
    ISBN: 9780833090973 , 0833090976 , 9780833093257 , 0833093258
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxxi, 218 Seiten :) , Illustrations (chiefly color), color Karten
    Series Statement: [Research report] ; RR-871-DHURDGP
    DDC: 306.0951
    Keywords: Quality of life ; Sustainable development ; TRANSPORTATION Automotive ; General ; Economic history ; Quality of life ; Social conditions ; Sustainable development ; Pearl River Delta (China) Economic conditions 21st century ; Pearl River Delta (China) Social conditions 21st century
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 201-218)
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  • 4
    ISBN: 9780833088437 , 0833088432 , 9780833088444 , 0833088440 , 9780833088451 , 0833088459
    Language: English
    Pages: Online Ressource
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Pézard, Stéphanie Achieving peace in northern Mali
    DDC: 303.69096623
    Keywords: Coup d'état (Mali : 2012) ; SOCIAL SCIENCE ; General ; History ; Politics and government ; Mali History ; Tuareg Rebellion, 2012- ; Mali History ; Coup d'état, 2012 ; Mali Politics and government ; 1991- ; Mali ; Mali Politics and government 1991- ; Mali History Tuareg Rebellion, 2012- ; Mali History Coup d'état, 2012 ; Mali ; Electronic books History
    Abstract: This report examines the prospects for stabilization in Mali following the political and military crisis that began in 2012. To this end, it examines Mali's peace settlements since the early 1990s to identify flaws and successes. The authors find that five recurrent issues have impeded the implementation of successive accords: the lack of representativeness of the peace-accord signatories; a flawed understanding of decentralization and democracy; the limited perceived legitimacy, in the north, of Bamako; persistent insecurity; and an absence of transitional justice and reconciliation. The report recommends building representativeness through a variety of measures to simultaneously address these issues and help craft a peaceful way forward for Mali. The report also explores whether Mali's neighbor Niger owes its current stability to a more favorable context, shrewd policies, or sheer luck and whether it might offer a model of resilience for Mali. The authors recommend emulating some of the policies that could account for Niger's sustained stability, such as better integration of Tuareg populations and a focus on development programs in addition to security, while recognizing that these do not make Niger impervious to a resurgence of the political turmoil it experienced in the past
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  • 5
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    Online Resource
    Santa Monica, Calif : RAND Corporation
    ISBN: 9780833090379 , 0833090372 , 9780833090386 , 0833090380 , 9780833088505 , 0833090313
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxii, 110 pages)
    DDC: 303.48/25106
    Keywords: Geopolitics ; National security ; China ; Africa ; China ; Africa ; United States ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; Electronic book
    Abstract: "This report explores China's rapidly expanding involvement in Africa in order to better inform U.S. thinking about its relations both with China and with African states. The report pays particular attention to geostrategic competition in Africa, potential security threats, and opportunities on the continent. It examines the economic, political, and security interests driving Chinese engagement with African states and assesses potential medium-term changes in Sino-African relations across these three dimensions. It then assesses how China's interests and behavior on the continent affect the interests of the United States. In this matter, misperceptions often result from faulty assumptions about the potential for conflict over resources, images of Cold War-style geopolitical competition, and the nature of China's economic engagement with the continent. The report concludes by offering policy recommendations for U.S. and Army leaders concerned with U.S. security relationships with African states and with managing Sino-American relations in Africa. In particular, the report recommends that the United States should view China's sometimes-unfavorable activities in Africa in context and continue to seek opportunities to engage Beijing on mutual interests, such as defeating violent extremists, improving African infrastructure to promote trade and development, and encouraging economic and political stability on the continent."--Page 4 of cover
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  • 6
    ISBN: 9780833088444 , 0833088440 , 9780833088451 , 0833088459 , 9780833088239 , 0833088432
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 303.6/9096623
    Keywords: Mali ; Mali ; Mali ; History ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Introduction -- A brief history of Mali's rebellions and the implementation of peace accords -- Explaining the failure of past peace accords -- Moving forward -- Is there a Nigerien model of resilience? -- Conclusion
    Abstract: This report examines the prospects for stabilization in Mali following the political and military crisis that began in 2012. To this end, it examines Mali's peace settlements since the early 1990s to identify flaws and successes. The authors find that five recurrent issues have impeded the implementation of successive accords: the lack of representativeness of the peace-accord signatories; a flawed understanding of decentralization and democracy; the limited perceived legitimacy, in the north, of Bamako; persistent insecurity; and an absence of transitional justice and reconciliation. The report recommends building representativeness through a variety of measures to simultaneously address these issues and help craft a peaceful way forward for Mali. The report also explores whether Mali's neighbor Niger owes its current stability to a more favorable context, shrewd policies, or sheer luck and whether it might offer a model of resilience for Mali. The authors recommend emulating some of the policies that could account for Niger's sustained stability, such as better integration of Tuareg populations and a focus on development programs in addition to security, while recognizing that these do not make Niger impervious to a resurgence of the political turmoil it experienced in the past
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  • 7
    ISBN: 9780833091512 , 0833091549 , 0833091514 , 9780833091543
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (35 pages)
    Series Statement: Strategic rethink
    Series Statement: Research reports RR-1223-RC
    Keywords: Terrorism Prevention 21st century ; International cooperation ; Civil-military relations 21st century ; Security, International 21st century ; Strategic planning 21st century ; National security 21st century ; Terrorism ; Civil-military relations ; Security, International ; Strategic planning ; National security ; Security, International ; Strategic planning ; Terrorism ; Prevention ; International cooperation ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Terrorism ; Armed Forces ; Appropriations and expenditures ; Armed Forces ; Operational readiness ; United States ; Civil-military relations ; National security ; United States Armed Forces ; Operational readiness ; United States Foreign relations 21st century ; Decision making ; United States Armed Forces ; Appropriations and expenditures ; United States ; United States ; United States ; Electronic book
    Abstract: "This report is the second in RAND's ongoing Strategic Rethink series, in which RAND experts explore the elements of a national strategy for the conduct of U.S. foreign and security policy in this administration and the next. The report analyzes defense options available to the United States in responding to the re-emergence of a belligerent Russia, the seizure of significant territory in Iraq and Syria by violent extremists, growing Chinese military power and assertiveness, and other threats to U.S. security and interests. It focuses on ways that the United States might adapt military instruments to meet these emerging challenges, assessing in broad terms the cost of defense investments commensurate with the interests at stake. The report argues that currently projected levels of defense spending are insufficient to meet the demands of an ambitious national security strategy"--Publisher's description
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Acknowledgments -- America's Security Deficiit -- Changing Demands on Defense -- Readiness -- Enhancing Allied Defenses -- Choices for Sizing the Defense Budget -- Abbreviations -- References -- Figures -- Tables.
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 33-35)
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  • 8
    ISBN: 9780833090669 , 0833093193 , 0833090666 , 9780833093196
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: [Research report] RR-720-EPA
    Parallel Title: Print version
    Keywords: National Water Program (U.S.) ; National Water Program (U.S.) ; Water quality Decision making ; Water quality management Decision making ; Water quality ; Water quality management ; Engineering & Applied Sciences ; United States ; HISTORY ; United States ; State & Local ; Midwest (IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI) ; Water quality management ; Decision making ; National Water Program (U.S.) ; Environmental Engineering ; Civil & Environmental Engineering ; Electronic book
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  • 9
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    Santa Monica, Calif : RAND Corporation
    ISBN: 9780833088802 , 0833089293 , 0833088807 , 9780833089298
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xx, 56 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Oak, Gillian S Building the Guatemalan interagency task force Tecún Umán
    Keywords: Military assistance, American ; Drug control ; Military assistance, American ; Drug control ; Military assistance, American ; Guatemala ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; International Relations ; Treaties ; Drug control ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Guatemala is a major transit point for drugs bound for the United States and the recipient of U.S. counternarcotics aid and technical assistance, much of which is provided through U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) and U.S. Army South. As a first step by Guatemala in putting this aid to work toward developing its own counternarcotics capacity, the president of Guatemala established the Interagency Task Force (IATF) Tecún Umán. USSOUTHCOM has expressed the intent to apply the IATF as a model to other similarly porous border regions in the area. Thus, documenting and using lessons from the IATF Tecún Umán will help in the development of new and similar units. This report is intended to support that lessons-learned function, demonstrate how these preliminary lessons are being applied to future IATF development, and provide recommendations on how to resolve remaining IATF challenges. Lessons learned include the importance of establishing the interagency legal framework early, clearly defining the interagency relationships, developing an intelligence capability organic to the task force, implementing police authority and leadership, identifying measures of success, communicating the IATF's purpose and success to the public, and maintaining equipment. Remaining tasks include resolving the duality-of-command issue, improving operational planning capability, addressing corruption problems, and addressing IATF Tecún Umán issues before refocusing efforts to IATF Chortí. The United States has played a key role in supporting Guatemala's efforts to overcome these challenges. By investing in the IATF and building capacity, the United States will contribute to the Guatemalans' ability to sustain the IATF themselves
    Abstract: Guatemala is a major transit point for drugs bound for the United States and the recipient of U.S. counternarcotics aid and technical assistance, much of which is provided through U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) and U.S. Army South. As a first step by Guatemala in putting this aid to work toward developing its own counternarcotics capacity, the president of Guatemala established the Interagency Task Force (IATF) Tecún Umán. USSOUTHCOM has expressed the intent to apply the IATF as a model to other similarly porous border regions in the area. Thus, documenting and using lessons from the IATF Tecún Umán will help in the development of new and similar units. This report is intended to support that lessons-learned function, demonstrate how these preliminary lessons are being applied to future IATF development, and provide recommendations on how to resolve remaining IATF challenges. Lessons learned include the importance of establishing the interagency legal framework early, clearly defining the interagency relationships, developing an intelligence capability organic to the task force, implementing police authority and leadership, identifying measures of success, communicating the IATF's purpose and success to the public, and maintaining equipment. Remaining tasks include resolving the duality-of-command issue, improving operational planning capability, addressing corruption problems, and addressing IATF Tecún Umán issues before refocusing efforts to IATF Chortí. The United States has played a key role in supporting Guatemala's efforts to overcome these challenges. By investing in the IATF and building capacity, the United States will contribute to the Guatemalans' ability to sustain the IATF themselves
    Note: "RR-885-OSD"--Page 4 of cover , Includes bibliographical references (pages 55-56)
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  • 10
    ISBN: 9780833090256 , 0833090259
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 362.5/8409794
    Keywords: California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (Program) ; California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (Program) ; Welfare recipients Services for ; Child care services ; Aid to families with dependent children programs ; Welfare recipients ; Child care services ; Aid to families with dependent children programs ; California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (Program) ; Aid to families with dependent children programs ; Child care services ; Welfare recipients ; Services for ; California ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Introduction -- CalWORKs and the SB 1041 reforms -- Evaluating SB 1041 -- What to expect from the SB 1041 evaluation -- Appendix A. State welfare policies -- Appendix B. Sources of data for evaluation -- Appendix C. Analytic approach.
    Abstract: The California Budget Act of 2012, also known as Senate Bill (SB) 1041, contained significant reforms to the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) program. CalWORKs, administered by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), is California's Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, a central component of the safety net that provides cash aid for low-income families with children. The SB 1041 reforms to CalWORKs included changes to requirements for work, the types of eligible work activities, the time clock that governs the work requirements, and the financial incentives to work--all with goal of engaging recipients in more-intensive work activities as early as possible, while also providing more flexibility in work activity options and increased incentives for work as recipients move toward self-sufficiency. The California legislature included a provision in the bill for an independent evaluation to determine if SB 1041 achieves its objectives and if there are any unintended consequences. The purpose of this report is to provide background on the SB 1041 reforms and offer an overview of the evaluation plan. In the remainder of this summary, we first highlight the factors that motivated the changes to CalWORKs and summarize the key reforms. We then delineate the questions underlying the SB 1041 evaluation and the evaluation approach. A final section covers the evaluation timetable, products, and expected utility
    Note: Includes bibliographical references
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  • 11
    ISBN: 9780833088123 , 0833089307 , 0833088122 , 9780833089304
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xi, 46 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Anthony, C. Ross Making an impact in the Kurdistan region -- Iraq
    Keywords: Vocational education ; Technical education ; Health care reform ; Human services ; Labor market ; Vocational education ; Technical education ; Health care reform ; Human services ; Labor market ; Human services ; Labor market ; Statistical services ; Technical education ; Vocational education ; Social Welfare & Social Work - General ; Social Welfare & Social Work ; Social Sciences ; Iraq ; Kurdistān ; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS ; Labor ; Health care reform ; Kurdistān (Iraq) Statistical services ; Kurdistān (Iraq) ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "This executive summary describes key results from four studies carried out by the RAND Corporation as part of Phase II of its work for the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). The KRG asked RAND to undertake several studies aimed at improving the economic and social development of the Kurdistan Region -- Iraq."--Page 4 of cover
    Abstract: "This executive summary describes key results from four studies carried out by the RAND Corporation as part of Phase II of its work for the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). The KRG asked RAND to undertake several studies aimed at improving the economic and social development of the Kurdistan Region -- Iraq."--Page 4 of cover
    Note: "RR-873-KRG"--Page 4 of cover , "Sponsored by the Kurdistan Regional Government , At head of title: Kurdistan Regional Government, Ministry of Planning , Includes bibliographical references (pages 45-46)
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  • 12
    ISBN: 9780833092663 , 0833092669 , 9780833092038 , 0833092030
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxviii, 186 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report (Rand Corporation) RR-1103-USMC
    Parallel Title: Print version Schaefer, Agnes Gereben Implications of integrating women into the Marine Corps infantry
    Keywords: United States Personnel management ; United States ; Women and the military ; Women soldiers ; Women in combat ; Women marines ; Women and the military ; Women soldiers ; Women in combat ; Women marines ; Women marines ; Armed Forces ; Personnel management ; Women and the military ; Women in combat ; United States ; HISTORY ; Military ; Other ; Women soldiers ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: This study for the U.S. Marine Corps consisted of four tasks: (1) review the literature on the integration of women in ground combat and other physically demanding occupations, (2) conduct interviews with representatives of organizations that have integrated women into physically demanding occupations, (3) estimate the costs of potential initiatives to promote successful gender integration, and (4) develop an approach for monitoring implementation of gender integration of the infantry. RAND researchers present a historical overview of the integration of women into the U.S. military and explore the importance of cohesion and what influences it. The gender integration experiences of foreign militaries, as well as those of domestic police and fire departments, are examined for insights on effective policies. The potential one-time and recurring costs associated with integration are estimated as well. The report culminates in a summary of previous monitoring efforts and broad strategic monitoring issues, as well as recommendations to the Marine Corps for implementation
    Abstract: This study for the U.S. Marine Corps consisted of four tasks: (1) review the literature on the integration of women in ground combat and other physically demanding occupations, (2) conduct interviews with representatives of organizations that have integrated women into physically demanding occupations, (3) estimate the costs of potential initiatives to promote successful gender integration, and (4) develop an approach for monitoring implementation of gender integration of the infantry. RAND researchers present a historical overview of the integration of women into the U.S. military and explore the importance of cohesion and what influences it. The gender integration experiences of foreign militaries, as well as those of domestic police and fire departments, are examined for insights on effective policies. The potential one-time and recurring costs associated with integration are estimated as well. The report culminates in a summary of previous monitoring efforts and broad strategic monitoring issues, as well as recommendations to the Marine Corps for implementation
    Note: "RAND National Defense Research Institute"--PDF back cover page , Includes bibliographical references (pages 173-186)
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  • 13
    ISBN: 9780833091857 , 0833093797 , 0833091859 , 9780833093790
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (75 pages)
    Series Statement: [Research report] RR-1258-NCMICF
    Parallel Title: Print version Herman, Patricia M Complementary and alternative medicine, professions or modalities?
    Keywords: Alternative medicine ; Alternative medicine ; Complementary Therapies ; Licensure, Medical ; HEALTH & FITNESS / Alternative Therapies ; Alternative medicine ; Alternative Medicine ; Medicine ; Health & Biological Sciences ; Electronic books
    Abstract: 1. Introduction -- 2. Background on professions versus procedures -- 3. CAM professions represented in this report -- 4. Examples of policies where profession versus procedures makes a difference -- 5. CAM expert panel -- 6. Health policy decisionmaker panel -- 7. Summary and conclusions -- Appendix A. Members of the CAM expert panel -- Appendix B. Members of the health policy decisionmakers panel -- Appendix C. Briefing paper for the health policy decisionmakers panel -- Appendix D. Past collective efforts across the CAM professions.
    Abstract: Using development of a background paper on the policy issues associated with the scope of practice and utilization of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in the health care system, input from a panel of CAM experts, and input from a panel of health care policy decisionmakers, this report explores the policy challenges associated with coverage, licensure, scope of practice, institutional privileges, and research among the CAM professions
    Note: "Sponsored by the NCMIC Foundation , Includes bibliographical references (pages 70-75)
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  • 14
    ISBN: 9780833090751 , 0833093150 , 0833090755 , 9780833093158
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Rand Project Air Force series on resiliency
    Series Statement: [Research report] RR-106-AF
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    DDC: 355.0019
    Keywords: United States Airmen ; Mental health ; United States Airmen ; Health and hygiene ; United States ; United States ; Families of military personnel Health and hygiene ; Stress (Psychology) ; Psychology, Military ; Resilience (Personality trait) ; Families of military personnel Mental health ; Families of military personnel ; Stress (Psychology) ; Psychology, Military ; Resilience (Personality trait) ; Families of military personnel ; Stress (Psychology) ; United States ; Psychology, Military ; United States ; Resilience (Personality trait) ; Electronic books
    Abstract: This final report in a series is designed to help the Air Force promote mental and physical resilience among its Airmen, civilian employees, and Air Force families and thus improve overall health and well-being. The report reviews the concepts and measures of resilience, resilience factors, hardiness and flourishing. It highlights the eight fitness domain companion reports and types of Air Force data that could be used to track resilience
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  • 15
    ISBN: 9780833091864 , 0833093800 , 0833091867 , 9780833093806
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (23 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-1267-OSD
    Parallel Title: Print versionShatz, Howard J Islamic state we knew
    Keywords: IS (Organization) ; IS (Organization) ; Terrorism Prevention ; International cooperation ; Radicalism ; Islamic fundamentalism ; Terrorism ; Radicalism ; Islamic fundamentalism ; Radicalism ; Terrorism ; Prevention ; International cooperation ; Middle East ; HISTORY ; General ; IS (Organization) ; Islamic fundamentalism ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "The group calling itself the Islamic State poses a grave threat, not just to Iraq and Syria but to the region more broadly and to the United States and its global coalition partners. A deadly and adaptive foe, the Islamic State seemed to come out of nowhere in June 2014, when it conquered Mosul. However, the Islamic State of today is the direct descendant of a group that Iraq, the United States, and their partners once fought as al-Qa'ida in Iraq and then as the Islamic State of Iraq. The wealth of publicly available information about the group indicates that the Islamic State's reemergence in 2014, and especially its methods and goals, should not have come as a surprise, although the strength and scope of that reemergence were rightfully shocking. The history considered in this report provides information known by the end of 2011 about the group's origins, finances, organization, methods of establishing control over territory, and response to airpower. Now that the Islamic State has reemerged, countering it can rely, in part, on the great deal of accumulated knowledge available. Because Iraqis and coalition forces routed the group once, the group's history can inform four components of a successful strategy against the Islamic State: degrading the group's finances, eliminating its leadership and potential leadership, creating a better strategy to hold recaptured territory, and making use of airpower"-- Provided by publisher
    Note: "This report is derived from a May 27, 2015 talk presented at the 11th Annual National Security Conference of the Fisher Institute for Air and Space Strategic Studies in Herzliya, Israel, "Winning Small Wars and the Role of Air Power." The talk appeared in a session titled "Knowing, Perceiving, Understanding: What We Knew but Did Not Understand." The full conference agenda and videos of selected presentations are available on the Fisher Instituter's website"-- Back cover , Includes bibliographical references (pages 20-23)
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  • 16
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    Santa Monica, CA : RAND
    ISBN: 9780833088079 , 0833088076 , 9780833088086 , 0833088092 , 0833088084 , 0833087932 , 9780833087935 , 9780833088093
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xviii, 447 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-676-AF
    Parallel Title: Print version Mueller, Karl P Precision and purpose
    Keywords: Air power History 21st century ; Air power ; HISTORY ; Africa ; North ; Air power ; Military campaigns ; Military operations, Aerial ; Civil War (Libya : 2011- ) ; Libya ; HISTORY ; Military ; Aviation ; History ; Libya History Civil War, 2011- ; Aerial operations ; Libya History Civil War, 2011- ; Campaigns ; Libya ; Libya ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Preface -- Figures and Tables -- Acknowledgments -- Abbreviations -- Chapter 1: Examining the Air Campaign in Libya / Karl P. Mueller -- Chapter 2: Strategic and Political Overview of the Intervention Christopher / S. Chivvis -- Chapter 3: The Libyan Experience / Frederic Wehrey -- Chapter 4: The U.S. Experience: National Strategy and Campaign Support / Robert C. Owen -- Chapter 5: The U.S. Experience: Operational / Deborah C. Kidwell -- Chapter 6: The British Experience: Operation Ellamy / Christina Goulter -- Chapter 7: The French Experience: Sarkozy's War? / Camille Grand -- Chapter 8: The Italian Experience: Pivotal and Underestimated / Gregory Alegi -- Chapter 9: The Canadian Experience: Operation Mobile / Richard O. Mayne -- Chapter 10: The Belgian, Danish, Dutch, and Norwegian Experiences / Christian F. Anrig -- Chapter 11: The Swedish Experience: Overcoming the Non-NATO-Member Conundrum / Robert Egnell -- Chapter 12: The Arab States' Experiences / Bruce R. Nardulli -- Chapter 13: Victory Through (Not By) Airpower / Karl P. Mueller -- Appendixes -- About the Authors -- Bibliography
    Abstract: Preface -- Figures and Tables -- Acknowledgments -- Abbreviations -- Chapter 1: Examining the Air Campaign in Libya / Karl P. Mueller -- Chapter 2: Strategic and Political Overview of the Intervention Christopher / S. Chivvis -- Chapter 3: The Libyan Experience / Frederic Wehrey -- Chapter 4: The U.S. Experience: National Strategy and Campaign Support / Robert C. Owen -- Chapter 5: The U.S. Experience: Operational / Deborah C. Kidwell -- Chapter 6: The British Experience: Operation Ellamy / Christina Goulter -- Chapter 7: The French Experience: Sarkozy's War? / Camille Grand -- Chapter 8: The Italian Experience: Pivotal and Underestimated / Gregory Alegi -- Chapter 9: The Canadian Experience: Operation Mobile / Richard O. Mayne -- Chapter 10: The Belgian, Danish, Dutch, and Norwegian Experiences / Christian F. Anrig -- Chapter 11: The Swedish Experience: Overcoming the Non-NATO-Member Conundrum / Robert Egnell -- Chapter 12: The Arab States' Experiences / Bruce R. Nardulli -- Chapter 13: Victory Through (Not By) Airpower / Karl P. Mueller -- Appendixes -- About the Authors -- Bibliography
    Note: "July 8, 2015"--Table of contents page , Includes bibliographical references (pages 411-447)
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  • 17
    ISBN: 9780833088673 , 0833093312 , 083308867X , 9780833093318
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxiii, 96 pages)
    Series Statement: [Research report] RR-935-OSD
    Parallel Title: Print versionPaul, Christopher, 1971- Building partner capacity assessment framework
    Keywords: National security International cooperation ; Evaluation ; Soldiers Training of ; International cooperation ; Evaluation ; Military education International cooperation ; Evaluation ; Military assistance, American Evaluation ; National security ; Soldiers ; Military education ; Military assistance, American ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Security (National & International) ; Military assistance, American ; Evaluation ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "For both diplomatic and national security reasons, security cooperation continues to be important for the United States. The Department of Defense conducts an assortment of programs aimed at building the capacity of partner nations, and training is an important element of these efforts. The needs and existing capabilities of various nations differ, however, as will results. Planning for each building partner capacity (BPC) effort carefully, assessing progress while the effort is in progress, and assessing results are all important to ensure that it meets U.S. goals and partner expectations. This report presents a framework intended to aid all these steps. Before execution, the framework can help determine and plan for what might go wrong with the intended BPC effort. During BPC execution, the framework can help monitor progress to discover whether everything is going according to plan and, if not, what is wrong and what can be done about it. Finally, the framework can help determine whether the BPC has achieved its objectives and, if not, why and what can be done about it in the future"--Publisher's description
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Figures and Tables -- Summary -- Acknowledgments -- Abbreviations -- Chapter One: Introduction: Study Background and Companion Reports -- Methods and Approach -- Outline of the Remainder of the Report -- Chapter Two: The BPC Training and Equipping Logic Model: Nested Logic Models -- Target High-Level Outcomes in the BPC Training and Equipping Logic Model -- Target Core Outputs of the Sequential Phases of the BPC Training and Equipping Logic Model -- Input Categories -- BPC Training and Equipping Logic Model Overview -- Chapter Three: Description of Logic Model Elements for the Preengagement Phase: U.S. Program Goals and Plans: Preengagement -- U.S. Political Will: Preengagement -- Partner Nation Political Will: Preengagement -- Funding: Preengagement -- Partner Nation Personnel: Preengagement -- U.S. Trainers: Preengagement -- Equipment: Preengagement -- Logistics and Transport: Preengagement -- Facilities: Preengagement -- Curriculum and Training Content: Preengagement -- Chapter Four: Description of Logic Model Elements for the Engagement Phase: U.S. Program Goals and Plans: During Engagement -- U.S. Political Will: During Engagement -- Partner Nation Political Will: During Engagement -- Funding: During Engagement -- Partner Nation Personnel: During Engagement -- U.S. Trainers: During Engagement -- Equipment: During Engagement -- Logistics and Transport: During Engagement -- Facilities: During Engagement -- Curriculum and Training Content: During Engagement -- Chapter Five: Description of Logic Model Elements for the Postengagement Phase, Including Outcomes: U.S. Program Goals and Plans: Postengagement -- U.S. Program Goals and Plans: Outcomes -- U.S. Political Will: Postengagement -- U.S. Political Will: Outcomes -- Partner Nation Political Will: Postengagement -- Partner Nation Political Will: Outcomes -- Funding: Postengagement -- Funding: Outcomes -- Partner Nation Personnel: Postengagement -- Partner Nation Personnel: Outcomes -- U.S. Trainers: Postengagement -- U.S. Trainers: Outcomes -- Equipment: Postengagement -- Equipment: Outcomes -- Logistics and Transportation: Postengagement -- Logistics and Transportation: Outcomes -- Facilities: Postengagement -- Facilities: Outcomes -- Curriculum and Training Content: Postengagement -- Curriculum and Training Content: Outcomes -- Chapter Six: Using the BPC Training and Equipping Logic Model as Part of an Assessment Framework: Three Questions, Three Places to Start -- Contextualizing the Logic Model -- The Logic Model Helps with Selection and Prioritization of Measures -- References.
    Note: "Prepared for the Joint Staff J5, the Office of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy"--Preface , "National Defense Research Institute , Includes bibliographical references (pages 95-96)
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  • 18
    ISBN: 9780833091833 , 083309369X , 0833091832 , 9780833093691
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xvii, 83 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation research report series RR-1231-OSD
    Parallel Title: Print versionBaron, Joshua William National security implications of virtual currency
    Keywords: National security Economic aspects ; Electronic funds transfers Political aspects ; National security ; Electronic funds transfers ; COMPUTERS ; Internet ; General ; National security ; Economic aspects ; Banking ; Finance ; Business & Economics ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "This report examines the feasibility for non-state actors, including terrorist and insurgent groups, to increase their political and/or economic power by deploying a virtual currency (VC) for use in regular economic transactions. A VC, such as Bitcoin, is a digital representation of value that can be transferred, stored, or traded electronically and that is neither issued by a central bank or public authority, nor necessarily attached to a fiat currency (dollars, euros, etc.), but is accepted by people as a means of payment. We addressed the following research questions from both the technological and political-economic perspectives: (1) Why would a non-state actor deploy a VC? That is, what political and/or economic utility is there to gain? How might this non-state actor go about such a deployment? What challenges would it have to overcome? (2) How might a government or organization successfully technologically disrupt a VC deployment by a non-state actor, and what degree of cyber sophistication would be required? (3) What additional capabilities become possible when the technologies underlying the development and implementation of VCs are used for purposes broader than currency?"--Publisher's web site
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Summary -- Acknowledgments -- Abbreviations -- Chapter One: Introduction: Approach -- Chapter Two: The Current State of Virtual Currencies: The Evolution to Virtual Currencies -- Origins and Trends of Virtual Currencies -- Early Systems -- Bitcoin -- Virtual Currencies After Bitcoin: Altcoins -- Authority (De)centralization and Implications for Virtual Currency Design -- Virtual Currencies and Non-State Actors -- Chapter Three: Can Virtual Currencies Increase Political Power?: Non-State Currencies Emerge When State Currencies Do Not Meet Groups' Needs -- Non-State Currencies Are Not Likely to Be VCs Now But Could Be VCs in the Future -- Chapter Four: Technical Challenges to Virtual Currency Deployment: Developing and Deploying a Virtual Currency: Developing Software for a Virtual Currency -- Physically Deploying a Virtual Currency -- Deployment Challenges for Decentralized Virtual Currencies -- Virtual Currencies, Adoption, and Value -- Ensuring Anonymity of Currency Use: Anonymity Versus Virtual Currency Centralization -- "Anonymity": A Bitcoin Case Study -- Some New Altcoins Build in Anonymous Transactions -- Cyber Threats to Virtual Currencies: Attacks Used by Tier I and Tier II Opponents -- Attacks Used by Tier III and Tier IV Opponents -- Attacks Used by Tier V and Tier VI Opponents -- The Possibility of Successful Defense -- Chapter Five: Implications Beyond Currency: Block-Chain Technology and Distributed Consensus -- Virtual Currencies Increase Cryptographic Sophistication -- Virtual Currencies and the Trend Toward Resilient, Decentralized Cyber Services -- Toward Resilient, Public Cyber Key Terrain -- Chapter Six: Conclusions and Future Research: For Future Research -- Appendix: Rating Cyber Threat Sophistication by Tiers -- References.
    Note: "National Defense Research Institute , Includes bibliographical references (pages 73-83) , Series from web site
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  • 19
    ISBN: 9780833092427 , 0833093215 , 0833092421 , 9780833093219
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xi, 52 pages)
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Balkovich, Edward Electronic surveillance of mobile devices
    Keywords: Electronics in criminal investigation ; Mobile communication systems ; Electronic surveillance Law and legislation ; Electronics in criminal investigation ; Mobile communication systems ; Electronic surveillance ; Law - U.S. - General ; Law - U.S ; Law, Politics & Government ; United States ; LAW ; Privacy ; Electronic surveillance ; Law and legislation ; Electronics in criminal investigation ; Mobile communication systems ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Mobile phones, the networks they connect to, the applications they use, and the services they access all collect and retain enormous amounts of information that can be useful in criminal investigations. However, state and local law enforcement face two substantial challenges when accessing these data: (1) maintaining awareness of the sources and nature of commercial data available to an investigator and (2) determining the legal rules for access to these data. This report explores these issues and describes the development of a prototype tool, the Mobile Information and Knowledge Ecosystem (MIKE), intended to help law enforcement, commercial entities, and policy analysts explore the mobile ecosystem and understand the laws regulating law enforcement's use of data contained within the mobile ecosystem. The tool might also serve as a mechanism for sharing best practices in electronic surveillance
    Abstract: Mobile phones, the networks they connect to, the applications they use, and the services they access all collect and retain enormous amounts of information that can be useful in criminal investigations. However, state and local law enforcement face two substantial challenges when accessing these data: (1) maintaining awareness of the sources and nature of commercial data available to an investigator and (2) determining the legal rules for access to these data. This report explores these issues and describes the development of a prototype tool, the Mobile Information and Knowledge Ecosystem (MIKE), intended to help law enforcement, commercial entities, and policy analysts explore the mobile ecosystem and understand the laws regulating law enforcement's use of data contained within the mobile ecosystem. The tool might also serve as a mechanism for sharing best practices in electronic surveillance
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 49-52)
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  • 20
    ISBN: 9780833093950 , 0833093959
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xiii, 56 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation research report series RR-1349-OSD
    Keywords: Military spouses Employment ; Military spouses ; United States ; LAW ; Labor & Employment ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "The frequent relocations associated with military service place distinct demands on service members and their families and can complicate military spouses' career trajectories. Recognizing this challenge, the White House published a directive in 2011 ordering the Department of Defense to expand the Army Spouse Employment Partnership, which had recruited 52 employer partners since its inception in 2003 to assist military spouses seeking employment, to serve Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force spouses. The resulting Military Spouse Employment Partnership, launched on June 29, 2011, is one of four initiatives under the Department of Defense's Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program. In December 2014, the U.S. Congress mandated an evaluation of the Partnership and the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy sponsored RAND to assess the extent to which the Partnership addresses its objectives. This report documents the first phase of research to help meet the congressional requirement for a 'report evaluating the progress of military spouse employment programs.' This research should be of interest to policymakers responsible for programs or oversight of programs supporting military spouse quality of life, as well as scholars who study military spouse issues and program evaluation"--Publisher's web site
    Abstract: "The frequent relocations associated with military service place distinct demands on service members and their families and can complicate military spouses' career trajectories. Recognizing this challenge, the White House published a directive in 2011 ordering the Department of Defense to expand the Army Spouse Employment Partnership, which had recruited 52 employer partners since its inception in 2003 to assist military spouses seeking employment, to serve Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force spouses. The resulting Military Spouse Employment Partnership, launched on June 29, 2011, is one of four initiatives under the Department of Defense's Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program. In December 2014, the U.S. Congress mandated an evaluation of the Partnership and the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy sponsored RAND to assess the extent to which the Partnership addresses its objectives. This report documents the first phase of research to help meet the congressional requirement for a 'report evaluating the progress of military spouse employment programs.' This research should be of interest to policymakers responsible for programs or oversight of programs supporting military spouse quality of life, as well as scholars who study military spouse issues and program evaluation"--Publisher's web site
    Note: "Prepared for the Office of the Secretary of Defense , Includes bibliographical references (pages 53-56) , Series from web site
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  • 21
    ISBN: 9780833091666 , 083309355X , 0833091662 , 9780833093554
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: RR 1116-TFA
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Teach for America (Project) Evaluation ; Teach for America (Project) ; Educational equalization ; School principals Statistics Attitudes ; Educational equalization ; School principals ; Educational equalization ; Statistics ; Evaluation ; Teach for America (Project) ; School principals ; Attitudes ; EDUCATION ; General ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The results of the 2015 National Principal Survey show the context in which Teach For America (TFA) corps members work, how principals perceive corps members, and how principals perceive their interactions with TFA. These findings can help TFA staff provide more-tailored supports to corps members, inform professional development, and continue to build relationships with the principals of schools in which corps members serve
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  • 22
    ISBN: 9780833089182 , 0833089188
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 353.6/4
    Keywords: Mental Health First Aid (Program) ; Mental Health First Aid (Program) ; Mental illness Diagnosis ; Mental health services ; Substance abuse Diagnosis ; First aid in illness and injury ; Substance abuse Treatment ; Mental illness Treatment ; Mental illness ; Mental health services ; Substance abuse ; First aid in illness and injury ; Substance abuse ; Mental illness ; Mental health services ; Mental illness ; Diagnosis ; Mental illness ; Treatment ; Substance abuse ; Diagnosis ; Substance abuse ; Treatment ; California ; First aid in illness and injury ; Electronic books
    Note: "RR-972-CMHSA"--Colophon , Caption title , Includes bibliographical references
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  • 23
    ISBN: 9780833088796 , 0833090240 , 0833088793 , 9780833090249
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xvii, 83 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Silberglitt, R.S. (Richard S.) Visions of law enforcement technology in the period 2024-2034
    Keywords: Technological forecasting Congresses ; Law enforcement Congresses Technological innovations 21st century ; Technological forecasting ; Law enforcement ; Conference papers and proceedings ; COMPUTERS ; Data Modeling & Design ; Law enforcement ; Technological innovations ; Technological forecasting ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "This report describes the results of the Law Enforcement Futuring Workshop, which was held at RAND's Washington Office in Arlington, Virginia, from July 22 to 25, 2014. The objective of this workshop was to identify high-priority technology needs for law enforcement based on consideration of current and future trends in society, technology, and law enforcement over a ten- to 20-year time period. During the workshop, participants developed sets of future scenarios, constructed pathways from the present to alternative futures, and considered how law enforcement use of technology might affect these pathways. They then identified technology needs (including training and changes in policies or practice) that, if addressed, could enable pathways to desirable futures or prevent or mitigate the effects of pathways to undesirable futures. On the final days of the workshop, the technology needs were prioritized using a Delphi method. The output of this workshop described in the report included ten future scenarios and 30 technology needs. The technology needs fell into three general categories--technology-related knowledge and practice, information sharing and use, and technology research and development--and were placed into three priority tiers"--Back cover
    Abstract: "This report describes the results of the Law Enforcement Futuring Workshop, which was held at RAND's Washington Office in Arlington, Virginia, from July 22 to 25, 2014. The objective of this workshop was to identify high-priority technology needs for law enforcement based on consideration of current and future trends in society, technology, and law enforcement over a ten- to 20-year time period. During the workshop, participants developed sets of future scenarios, constructed pathways from the present to alternative futures, and considered how law enforcement use of technology might affect these pathways. They then identified technology needs (including training and changes in policies or practice) that, if addressed, could enable pathways to desirable futures or prevent or mitigate the effects of pathways to undesirable futures. On the final days of the workshop, the technology needs were prioritized using a Delphi method. The output of this workshop described in the report included ten future scenarios and 30 technology needs. The technology needs fell into three general categories--technology-related knowledge and practice, information sharing and use, and technology research and development--and were placed into three priority tiers"--Back cover
    Note: "Sponsored by the National Institute of Justice , "Results of a workshop held at the RAND Corporation's Washington Office in Arlington, Virginia, from July 22 to 25, 2014"--Page iii , "RR-908-NIJ."--Back cover , At head of title: Priority Criminal Justice Needs Initiative. A project of the RAND Corporation, the Police Executive Research Forum, RTI International, and the University of Denver , Includes bibliographical references (pages 77-83)
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  • 24
    ISBN: 9780833088772 , 0833088777
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxii, 196 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-864
    Parallel Title: Print version Caulkins, Jonathan P Considering Marijuana Legalization : Insights for Vermont and Other Jurisdictions
    Keywords: Drug legalization ; Marijuana Government policy ; Marijuana abuse ; Marijuana Government policy ; Marijuana abuse ; Drug legalization ; Marijuana Taxation ; Marijuana Taxation ; Drug legalization ; Marijuana ; Marijuana abuse ; Marijuana ; Marijuana abuse ; Drug legalization ; Marijuana ; Marijuana ; Cannabis ; Marijuana Abuse ; United States ; Vermont ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Social Security ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Social Services & Welfare ; Drug legalization ; Marijuana abuse ; Marijuana ; Government policy ; Marijuana ; Taxation ; United States ; Vermont ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Cover; Copyright; Preface; Contents; Figures; Tables; Summary; Acknowledgments; Abbreviations; Chapter One: Introduction; A Brief Overview of Marijuana Policy; Report Overview; Chapter Two: The Marijuana Landscape in Vermont; Introduction; Marijuana Laws in Vermont; Marijuana Prevention and Treatment in Vermont; Indicators of Marijuana Use in Vermont; Estimating the Size of the Marijuana Market in Vermont in 2014; Criminal Justice Costs Associated with Marijuana Prohibition in Vermont; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Three: Consequences of Marijuana Use; Introduction; Limitations of Existing Studies; Consequences of Marijuana Consumption on Health; Consequences of Marijuana Consumption on Other Outcomes; Consequences of Marijuana Prohibition; Substitution for or Complementarity with Other Substances; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Four: Supply Architectures; Introduction; The Commonly Discussed Options; The Middle-Ground Options; The Extreme Options; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Five: Taxation and Other Sources of Revenue; Introduction; Bases for Taxing Marijuana; Collection Point; Mechanisms for Changing the Tax Burden.; Fees and Auctions; Other Revenue Considerations; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Six: Regulation; Introduction; A Regulatory Checklist; A Closer Examination of Eight Regulatory Decisions for Legal Marijuana; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Seven: How Legalization in Vermont Could Influence Tax Revenue, Consumption, and Public Budgets; Introduction; Potential Revenue from Taxing Vermonters' Marijuana Consumption When the Only Competition Comes from the Black Market; Sales to Marijuana Tourists and Exports; Threats to Tax-Revenue Collection in the Longer Run; Cost of Regulation; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Eight: Closing Remarks: Introduction; Uncertainty; Weighing Policy Options; Final Thoughts for Vermont; Appendixes; A. Evidence Concerning Substitution and Complementarity; B. Business Deductions and U.S. Code Title 26 Section 280E; References
    Abstract: Cover; Copyright; Preface; Contents; Figures; Tables; Summary; Acknowledgments; Abbreviations; Chapter One: Introduction; A Brief Overview of Marijuana Policy; Report Overview; Chapter Two: The Marijuana Landscape in Vermont; Introduction; Marijuana Laws in Vermont; Marijuana Prevention and Treatment in Vermont; Indicators of Marijuana Use in Vermont; Estimating the Size of the Marijuana Market in Vermont in 2014; Criminal Justice Costs Associated with Marijuana Prohibition in Vermont; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Three: Consequences of Marijuana Use; Introduction; Limitations of Existing Studies; Consequences of Marijuana Consumption on Health; Consequences of Marijuana Consumption on Other Outcomes; Consequences of Marijuana Prohibition; Substitution for or Complementarity with Other Substances; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Four: Supply Architectures; Introduction; The Commonly Discussed Options; The Middle-Ground Options; The Extreme Options; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Five: Taxation and Other Sources of Revenue; Introduction; Bases for Taxing Marijuana; Collection Point; Mechanisms for Changing the Tax Burden.; Fees and Auctions; Other Revenue Considerations; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Six: Regulation; Introduction; A Regulatory Checklist; A Closer Examination of Eight Regulatory Decisions for Legal Marijuana; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Seven: How Legalization in Vermont Could Influence Tax Revenue, Consumption, and Public Budgets; Introduction; Potential Revenue from Taxing Vermonters' Marijuana Consumption When the Only Competition Comes from the Black Market; Sales to Marijuana Tourists and Exports; Threats to Tax-Revenue Collection in the Longer Run; Cost of Regulation; Concluding Thoughts; Chapter Eight: Closing Remarks: Introduction; Uncertainty; Weighing Policy Options; Final Thoughts for Vermont; Appendixes; A. Evidence Concerning Substitution and Complementarity; B. Business Deductions and U.S. Code Title 26 Section 280E; References
    Abstract: "Marijuana legalization is a controversial and multifaceted issue that is now the subject of serious debate. Since 2012, four U.S. states have passed ballot initiatives to remove prohibition and legalize a for-profit commercial marijuana industry. Voters in Washington, D.C., took the more limited step of passing an initiative to legalize home production and personal possession. In December 2013, Uruguay became the first country to experiment with legalization nationwide. In May 2014, Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin signed a bill into law that required the Secretary of Administration to provide a report about the consequences of legalizing marijuana. This report was produced for the Secretary of Administration in response to that legislation. The report does not make a recommendation about whether Vermont should change its marijuana laws. The goal is to inform, not sway, discussions about the future of marijuana policy in Vermont and other jurisdictions considering alternatives to traditional marijuana prohibition. The principal message of the report is that marijuana policy should not be viewed as a binary choice between prohibition and the for-profit commercial model we see in Colorado and Washington. Legalization encompasses a wide range of possible regimes, distinguished along at least four dimensions: the kinds of organizations that are allowed to provide the drug, the regulations under which those organizations operate, the nature of the products that can be distributed, and price. These choices could have profound consequences for health and social well-being, as well as job creation and government revenue"--Publisher's description
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 167-196)
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  • 25
    ISBN: 9780833089205 , 083308920X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xvii, 56 pages)
    Series Statement: Research reports RR-957-TSF
    DDC: 358.1754
    Keywords: Ballistic missile defenses ; Ballistic missile defenses ; Russia (Federation) ; United States ; Military policy ; Iran ; Ballistic missile defenses ; Diplomatic relations ; Russia Foreign relations ; United States Military policy ; United States Foreign relations ; United States Foreign relations ; Iran Foreign relations ; Russia ; United States ; United States ; United States ; Iran ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The United States developed the European Phased Adaptive Approach (EPAA) missile defense system to defend against a variety of current and future Iranian missile threats. Russia has expressed dissatisfaction with the system, protesting that it presented a significant threat to Russia's nuclear deterrent. U.S. officials have repeatedly stated that the EPAA does not pose a threat to Russia's missile forces, arguing that the system is designed for ballistic missile threats from outside the Euro-Atlantic area and can neither negate nor undermine Russia's strategic deterrent capabilities. Nevertheless, in 2013, the Obama administration canceled Phase 4 of the system. This report demonstrates that the restructured EPAA system is able to defend against a range of current and future Iranian missile threats and does not pose a threat to Russian intercontinental ballistic missiles. Canceling Phase 4 of the EPAA system has opened a window for the United States and Russia to come together on additional bilateral nuclear arms reduction measures and missile defense cooperation
    Abstract: The United States developed the European Phased Adaptive Approach (EPAA) missile defense system to defend against a variety of current and future Iranian missile threats. Russia has expressed dissatisfaction with the system, protesting that it presented a significant threat to Russia's nuclear deterrent. U.S. officials have repeatedly stated that the EPAA does not pose a threat to Russia's missile forces, arguing that the system is designed for ballistic missile threats from outside the Euro-Atlantic area and can neither negate nor undermine Russia's strategic deterrent capabilities. Nevertheless, in 2013, the Obama administration canceled Phase 4 of the system. This report demonstrates that the restructured EPAA system is able to defend against a range of current and future Iranian missile threats and does not pose a threat to Russian intercontinental ballistic missiles. Canceling Phase 4 of the EPAA system has opened a window for the United States and Russia to come together on additional bilateral nuclear arms reduction measures and missile defense cooperation
    Note: "Supported by the Stanton Foundation , Includes bibliographical references (pages 51-56)
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  • 26
    ISBN: 9780833088888 , 083309145X , 0833088882 , 9780833091451
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxvi, 105 pages)
    Series Statement: RR-653-OSD
    Parallel Title: Print version Ayer, Lynsay Care transitions to and from the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) for service members with traumatic brain injury
    Keywords: Brain Wounds and injuries ; Treatment ; Evaluation ; Soldiers Medical care ; Evaluation ; Brain ; Soldiers ; Disciplines and Occupations ; Disease ; Health Care Facilities, Manpower, and Services ; Health Occupations ; Health Services ; Health ; Medicine ; Military Medicine ; Military Personnel ; Named Groups ; Nervous System Diseases ; Occupational Groups ; Persons ; Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine ; Population Characteristics ; Rehabilitation ; Therapeutics ; Trauma, Nervous System ; Veterans Health ; Wounds and Injuries ; Central Nervous System Diseases ; Brain Diseases ; Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment ; Craniocerebral Trauma ; Delivery of Health Care ; Brain Injuries ; Law, Politics & Government ; MEDICAL ; Neurology ; United States ; Military & Naval Science ; Military Administration ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Improvised explosive devices (IEDs) have been one of the leading causes of death and injury among U.S. troops. Those who survive an IED blast or other injuries may be left with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and attendant or co-occurring psychological symptoms. In response to the need for specialized services for these populations, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) established the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) in Bethesda, Maryland, in 2010. The NICoE's success in fulfilling its mission is impacted by its relationships with home station providers, patients, and their families. The RAND Corporation was asked to evaluate these relationships and provide recommendations for strengthening the NICoE's efforts to communicate with these groups to improve patients' TBI care. Through surveys, site visits, and interviews with NICoE staff, home station providers, service members who have received care at the NICoE, and the families of these patients, RAND's evaluation examined the interactions between the NICoE and the providers responsible for referring patients and implementing treatment plans
    Note: "Prepared for the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Approved for public release; distribution unlimited , Includes bibliographical references
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  • 27
    ISBN: 9780833091499 , 0833093398 , 0833091492 , 9780833093394
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxxvii, 234 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-1008-OSD
    Keywords: United States ; Armed Forces ; Personnel management ; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS ; Human Resources & Personnel Management ; Armed Forces ; Minorities ; Armed Forces ; Women ; United States Armed Forces ; Minorities ; United States Armed Forces ; Personnel management ; United States Armed Forces ; Women ; United States ; United States ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: In January 2012, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced plans for a large-scale reduction, or drawdown, of its military force. The last drawdown to affect all four DoD services occurred in the 1990s, after the end of the Cold War. During that period, the military shrank by almost 37 percent, from about 2.17 million in FY 1987 to 1.37 million by FY 2000. Despite having a variety of goals and strategies for the 1990s and mid-2000s drawdowns, the services had few, if any, explicit diversity goals or strategies related to the drawdowns. Based on our discussions with force management experts, demographic diversity is also not part of their recent drawdown goals and strategies. However, the drawdown could have unintended consequences for demographic diversity even when diversity is not part of drawdown decisionmaking. To address the issue of unintended consequences of drawdowns on diversity, the Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity (ODMEO) in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness) asked RAND to analyze how force reductions could affect the demographic diversity of the DoD workforce. Our study focuses on gender and race/ethnicity, although we include other individual differences, such as education, in some analyses
    Abstract: In January 2012, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced plans for a large-scale reduction, or drawdown, of its military force. The last drawdown to affect all four DoD services occurred in the 1990s, after the end of the Cold War. During that period, the military shrank by almost 37 percent, from about 2.17 million in FY 1987 to 1.37 million by FY 2000. Despite having a variety of goals and strategies for the 1990s and mid-2000s drawdowns, the services had few, if any, explicit diversity goals or strategies related to the drawdowns. Based on our discussions with force management experts, demographic diversity is also not part of their recent drawdown goals and strategies. However, the drawdown could have unintended consequences for demographic diversity even when diversity is not part of drawdown decisionmaking. To address the issue of unintended consequences of drawdowns on diversity, the Office of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity (ODMEO) in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness) asked RAND to analyze how force reductions could affect the demographic diversity of the DoD workforce. Our study focuses on gender and race/ethnicity, although we include other individual differences, such as education, in some analyses
    Note: "October 26, 2015"--Table of contents page , Includes bibliographical references (pages 215-234)
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  • 28
    ISBN: 9780833090874 , 0833093479 , 0833090879 , 9780833093479
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xi, 60 pages)
    Series Statement: Research Report RR-1069-MCIA
    Parallel Title: Print version Connable, Ben From negative to positive stability
    Keywords: Forced migration ; Humanitarian assistance ; National security 21st century ; International relief ; Emigration and immigration law ; Refugees ; Forced migration ; Humanitarian assistance ; National security ; International relief ; Emigration and immigration law ; Refugees ; Economic history ; Emigration and immigration law ; Forced migration ; Humanitarian assistance ; International relief ; National security ; Refugees ; Social conditions ; Civil War (Syria : 2011- ) ; Jordan ; Syria ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Human Rights ; History ; Jordan Economic conditions 21st century ; Jordan Social conditions 21st century ; Syria History Civil War, 2011- ; Jordan ; Jordan ; Syria ; Electronic book
    Abstract: "As of late 2014, many American and Jordanian experts believe Jordan to be stable. Yet while Jordan is stable, it faces a range of existing and emerging challenges. These include chronic unemployment, sporadic political unrest, budget deficits, a water shortage, and geographically isolated yet troubling internal security concerns. The Syrian refugee crisis both exacerbates these challenges and offers opportunities to the government of Jordan. If the Syrian refugees remain relatively content and continue to assimilate into northern and central Jordan, they might directly benefit the Jordanian economy by stimulating growth. Donors and lenders have increased their support to Jordan, in turn offering the government an opportunity to improve the lives of both Syrian refugees and Jordanian citizens. Most important, Jordan benefits from what one expert terms negative stability: Jordanian citizens might be dissatisfied with many aspects of their government, but the chaos in neighboring states has thus far dissuaded Jordanians from pursuing civil or violent actions that might destabilize Jordan. Jordanians do not want their country to look like Syria, Iraq, or Egypt. Jordan is likely to undergo further and perhaps unforeseen challenges in 2015 and 2016, but it has the opportunity to alleviate many of its enduring challenges. If Jordan wisely invests forthcoming international refugee support, it has the opportunity to shift popular outlook from negative to positive--and more optimistic--stability. This report's analytic forecasts should help the United States determine how to support Jordan as it faces the Syrian refugee crisis"--Publisher's description
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Figures and Table -- Summary -- Chapter One: Introduction to the Status of Syrian Refugees as of Late 2014: Geographic Orientation and Syrian Refugees as of Late 2014 -- Syrian Refugees in Jordan: Late 2014 -- Methodology -- Organization of This Report -- Chapter Two: Assessment of Stability and Strategic Challenges: Late 2014: Jordan's Stability as of Late 2014 -- Security from External and Internal Threats -- Political Turmoil and the Impact of the Arab Spring -- Water Shortages Contribute to Economic and Social Unease -- Economic and Financial Dependencies -- Existing Refugee and Nonnational Worker Populations -- Summary of Stability Issues as of Late 2014 -- Chapter Three: Economic Factors and Forecasted Impact: Current Economic Status and Economic Integration of Syrian Refugees -- Forecast: The Impact of Syrian Refugees on Jordan's Economic Stability -- Chapter Four: Social Factors and Forecasted Impact: Assessing Late-2014 Social Integration and Social Impacts of Syrian Refugees -- Forecast: Impact of Syrian Refugees on Jordan's Social Stability -- Chapter Five: Security Assessment and Forecasted Impact: Impact of Syrian Refugees on Jordanian Security as of Late 2014 -- Forecast: The Impact of Syrian Refugees on Jordan's Security -- Chapter Six: Conclusion, Summary Forecast, and Black Swan Warnings: Black Swans -- Abbreviations -- Bibliography.
    Note: "November 30, 2015"--Table of contents page , Includes bibliographical references (pages 39-60)
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    ISBN: 9780833091635 , 0833093592 , 0833091638 , 9780833093592
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (viii, 39 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation research report series RR-1141-AF
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Cohen, Raphael S Demystifying the citizen soldier
    Keywords: Civil-military relations ; Civil-military relations ; Military & Naval Science ; Law, Politics & Government ; United States ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; Armed Forces ; Armed Forces ; Reserves ; Civil-military relations ; History ; Armies ; United States National Guard ; United States National Guard ; History ; United States Armed Forces ; Reserves ; United States ; United States ; United States ; Electronic book
    Abstract: "The National Guard is often portrayed as the modern heir to the colonial militia and retaining at least three of the latter's defining attributes -- a key instrument of American national security, a check on federal power, and home of today's 'citizen soldiers.' This report explores how the term citizen soldier has been defined in academic literature -- as compulsory, universal, legitimate service by civilians -- and then looks at how the National Guard has evinced these attributes at various periods in its history. Since the United States' founding, the militia -- and later, the National Guard -- slowly evolved into an increasingly formidable warfighting force and increasingly important tool for national security. This evolution, however, has come at the expense of two other attributes of the colonial militia -- serving as a check on federal power and filling its ranks with citizen soldiers. The report concludes that there are inherent and increasing tensions among being a warfighting force, serving as a check on federal power, and embodying the ideals of a citizen soldier, and it is not clear that the Guard -- or any other force for that matter -- can fully reconcile them. Ultimately, the Guard's transformation from citizen soldiers to a professional force may very well be inevitable and is likely a positive development for American national security. It is, however, important to realize that this trend is occurring, to demystify the citizen soldier, and to see the force for what it is"--Publisher's web site
    Abstract: "The National Guard is often portrayed as the modern heir to the colonial militia and retaining at least three of the latter's defining attributes -- a key instrument of American national security, a check on federal power, and home of today's 'citizen soldiers.' This report explores how the term citizen soldier has been defined in academic literature -- as compulsory, universal, legitimate service by civilians -- and then looks at how the National Guard has evinced these attributes at various periods in its history. Since the United States' founding, the militia -- and later, the National Guard -- slowly evolved into an increasingly formidable warfighting force and increasingly important tool for national security. This evolution, however, has come at the expense of two other attributes of the colonial militia -- serving as a check on federal power and filling its ranks with citizen soldiers. The report concludes that there are inherent and increasing tensions among being a warfighting force, serving as a check on federal power, and embodying the ideals of a citizen soldier, and it is not clear that the Guard -- or any other force for that matter -- can fully reconcile them. Ultimately, the Guard's transformation from citizen soldiers to a professional force may very well be inevitable and is likely a positive development for American national security. It is, however, important to realize that this trend is occurring, to demystify the citizen soldier, and to see the force for what it is"--Publisher's web site
    Note: "Project Air Force , Includes bibliographical references (pages 32-39) , Series from web site
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    ISBN: 9780833089014 , 0833092081 , 0833089013 , 9780833092083
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxx, 286 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation research report series RR-1021-AF
    Parallel Title: Print version Blank, Jonah Look east, cross black waters
    Keywords: India ; Southeast Asia ; United States ; Politics and government ; Southeast Asia ; Regions & Countries - Asia & the Middle East ; History & Archaeology ; Diplomatic relations ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; International Relations ; General ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Government ; International ; Southeast Asia Foreign relations ; India Politics and government 21st century ; India Foreign relations ; United States Foreign relations ; India Foreign relations ; Southeast Asia ; India ; India ; United States ; India ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "The global security interests of India and the United States overlap far more than they clash, and this is particularly the case in Southeast Asia. India's core goals for Southeast Asia are all in basic harmony with those of the United States -- including regional stability; prevention of any outside nation from dominating the politics or economy of the region; peaceful settlement of territorial disputes such as the South China Sea; secure shipping through the Straits of Malacca and other crucial transit points; increased land, sea and air connectivity infrastructure; Myanmar's democratic transition; and containment of radicalism in states including Indonesia and Malaysia. But America should not expect India to enter any sort of alliance (formal or de facto), nor join any coalition to balance against China. This does not indicate an anti-American outlook, but a determination to engage with Southeast Asia at a pace and manner of India's own choosing -- and a deep caution about precipitating conflict with Beijing. The replacement of a Congress Party government with a Bharatiya Janata Party administration in May 2014 has resulted in a recalibration of India's foreign policy, but not a radical shift in its overall direction. For U.S. policymakers in the security arena, the challenge in building cooperation with India in Southeast Asia will boil down to four elements: (1) understanding India's own goals for the region better, (2) adopting strategic patience in working at a pace and manner comfortable to India, (3) finding specific areas on which to focus attention, such as technology transfer, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Myanmar policy, and (4) moving forward, laying the foundation for future progress"--Publisher's web site
    Abstract: "The global security interests of India and the United States overlap far more than they clash, and this is particularly the case in Southeast Asia. India's core goals for Southeast Asia are all in basic harmony with those of the United States -- including regional stability; prevention of any outside nation from dominating the politics or economy of the region; peaceful settlement of territorial disputes such as the South China Sea; secure shipping through the Straits of Malacca and other crucial transit points; increased land, sea and air connectivity infrastructure; Myanmar's democratic transition; and containment of radicalism in states including Indonesia and Malaysia. But America should not expect India to enter any sort of alliance (formal or de facto), nor join any coalition to balance against China. This does not indicate an anti-American outlook, but a determination to engage with Southeast Asia at a pace and manner of India's own choosing -- and a deep caution about precipitating conflict with Beijing. The replacement of a Congress Party government with a Bharatiya Janata Party administration in May 2014 has resulted in a recalibration of India's foreign policy, but not a radical shift in its overall direction. For U.S. policymakers in the security arena, the challenge in building cooperation with India in Southeast Asia will boil down to four elements: (1) understanding India's own goals for the region better, (2) adopting strategic patience in working at a pace and manner comfortable to India, (3) finding specific areas on which to focus attention, such as technology transfer, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Myanmar policy, and (4) moving forward, laying the foundation for future progress"--Publisher's web site
    Note: "RAND Project AIR FORCE , Includes bibliographical references (pages 233-286) , Series from web site
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    ISBN: 9780833091741 , 0833093509 , 0833091743 , 9780833093509
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xix, 76 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-1082-AF
    Keywords: Sex offenders Psychology ; Research ; Sex offenders ; HISTORY ; Military ; Aviation ; Criminology, Penology & Juvenile Delinquency ; Social Welfare & Social Work ; Social Sciences ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "Sexual assault continues to be a pervasive problem, both for society in general and within the military community. To assist the Air Force in its continued efforts to combat sexual assault within its ranks, we reviewed the existing empirical literature on the characteristics and behaviors of adult perpetrators who commit sexual assault against other adults. Our search was not limited to studies of military populations. While a vast majority of the existing literature has focused on sole male perpetrators who assault female victims, we identified some research on other types of perpetrators, including female sexual assault perpetrators, men who perpetrate assault against other men, and perpetrators who participate in group sexual assault. This body of research indicates that adult perpetrators are diverse in terms of their demographics, background characteristics, and motivations. Moreover, research indicates that sexual assault perpetration is likely influenced by a combination of factors, including an individual's developmental and family history; his or her personality, including attitudes/cognitions; and environmental factors, including peer attitudes and alcohol consumption. The complexity of factors that influence sexual assault perpetration and the multiple pathways that lead to an attack make it difficult to predict whether an individual is prone to commit sexual assault. While predicting sexual assault perpetration is problematic, we identified a number of factors related to perpetration that may be relevant for intervention efforts and offer recommendations for the Air Force"--Publisher's web site
    Abstract: "Sexual assault continues to be a pervasive problem, both for society in general and within the military community. To assist the Air Force in its continued efforts to combat sexual assault within its ranks, we reviewed the existing empirical literature on the characteristics and behaviors of adult perpetrators who commit sexual assault against other adults. Our search was not limited to studies of military populations. While a vast majority of the existing literature has focused on sole male perpetrators who assault female victims, we identified some research on other types of perpetrators, including female sexual assault perpetrators, men who perpetrate assault against other men, and perpetrators who participate in group sexual assault. This body of research indicates that adult perpetrators are diverse in terms of their demographics, background characteristics, and motivations. Moreover, research indicates that sexual assault perpetration is likely influenced by a combination of factors, including an individual's developmental and family history; his or her personality, including attitudes/cognitions; and environmental factors, including peer attitudes and alcohol consumption. The complexity of factors that influence sexual assault perpetration and the multiple pathways that lead to an attack make it difficult to predict whether an individual is prone to commit sexual assault. While predicting sexual assault perpetration is problematic, we identified a number of factors related to perpetration that may be relevant for intervention efforts and offer recommendations for the Air Force"--Publisher's web site
    Note: "RAND Project Air Force , Includes bibliographical references (pages 59-76)
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    ISBN: 9780833091291 , 0833091298
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 362.209794
    Keywords: Mental illness Treatment ; Mental illness Prevention ; Mental health services ; Discrimination against the mentally ill ; Mental illness ; Mental illness ; Mental health services ; Discrimination against the mentally ill ; Mental illness ; Prevention ; California ; Discrimination against the mentally ill ; Mental health services ; Mental illness ; Treatment ; Electronic books
    Note: "RR-1074-CMHSA"--Colophon , Caption title , Includes bibliographical references
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    ISBN: 9780833092199 , 0833093908 , 0833092197 , 9780833093905
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xix, 57 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation research report series RR-1301-OSD
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als McNerney, Michael J. (Michael Joseph) Improving DoD support to FEMA's all-hazards plans
    Keywords: United States Rules and practice ; United States Rules and practice ; United States ; United States ; Interagency coordination ; Civil-military relations ; Emergency management ; Interagency coordination ; Civil-military relations ; Emergency management ; Armed Forces ; Civic action ; Civil-military relations ; Emergency management ; Interagency coordination ; Social Welfare & Social Work - General ; Social Welfare & Social Work ; Social Sciences ; United States ; United States ; United States ; Rules ; SOCIAL SCIENCE ; Disasters & Disaster Relief ; United States Armed Forces ; Civic action ; United States ; Electronic book
    Abstract: "Disaster preparedness and response is a national priority, in which the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) plays a supporting -- but potentially crucial -- role. In the ten years since Hurricane Katrina, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has taken steps to strengthen its ability to plan and coordinate the U.S. government's response to disasters, while the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has worked to improve its support to FEMA. This research reviews and analyzes how DoD and FEMA work together to plan and execute disaster response activities, and recommends areas for improvement. The study team (1) analyzed FEMA plans and DoD policies for Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA); (2) analyzed how DoD provides DSCA support to FEMA, including key stakeholder perceptions, in order to identify potential capability gaps that DoD could fill; and (3) developed recommendations for how DoD can improve its support -- in terms of planning, coordination, and providing requested capabilities -- to FEMA"--Publisher's web site
    Abstract: "Disaster preparedness and response is a national priority, in which the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) plays a supporting -- but potentially crucial -- role. In the ten years since Hurricane Katrina, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has taken steps to strengthen its ability to plan and coordinate the U.S. government's response to disasters, while the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has worked to improve its support to FEMA. This research reviews and analyzes how DoD and FEMA work together to plan and execute disaster response activities, and recommends areas for improvement. The study team (1) analyzed FEMA plans and DoD policies for Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA); (2) analyzed how DoD provides DSCA support to FEMA, including key stakeholder perceptions, in order to identify potential capability gaps that DoD could fill; and (3) developed recommendations for how DoD can improve its support -- in terms of planning, coordination, and providing requested capabilities -- to FEMA"--Publisher's web site
    Note: "RAND National Defense Research Institute , Includes bibliographical references (pages 53-57) , Series from web site
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    ISBN: 9780833089168 , 0833089161
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (9 pages)
    DDC: 362.1/0425
    Keywords: United States ; United States ; Health Care Reform legislation & jurisprudence ; Insurance, Health economics ; Health Insurance Exchanges legislation & jurisprudence ; Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (United States) ; Electronic book
    Abstract: This report assesses expected changes in enrollment and premiums in the ACA-compliant individual market in FFM states if the Supreme Court eliminates subsidies in those states
    Note: Includes bibliographical references , Title from title screen (viewed on February 24, 2015) , System requirements: Adobe Acrobat Reader. , Mode of access: World Wide Web.
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    ISBN: 9780833088659 , 0833089463 , 0833088653 , 9780833089465
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxi, 68 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Friedman, Esther M., 1976- Advancing the careers of military spouses
    Keywords: Military spouses Training of ; Military spouses Services for ; Military spouses Employment ; Military spouses Education (Continuing education) ; Military spouses ; Military spouses ; Military spouses ; Military spouses ; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING ; Military Science ; Military Administration ; Military & Naval Science ; Law, Politics & Government ; United States ; HISTORY ; Military ; Other ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Since the move to an all-volunteer force, the U.S. military has increasingly provided an array of programs, services, and facilities to support military families, including programs to assist spouses in pursuing their educational and employment goals. These programs are particularly important, given that military spouses face challenges related to military life that can make it difficult for them to maintain and develop careers. One program designed to help spouses of junior military personnel meet their educational and employment objectives is the My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) scholarship. This report analyzes data collected from November 2012 to March 2013 on the 2012 Active Duty Spouse Survey to examine MyCAA scholarship use in the previous year and educational and employment goals and barriers faced by recent MyCAA users and nonusers. The survey showed that nearly one in five eligible spouses used MyCAA in the previous year, and more than half of nonusers were unaware of the scholarship. Key reasons for not using the scholarship among those who were aware of it include perceived program ineligibility and lack of time for education. Reported barriers to achieving educational and employment goals were remarkably similar for recent MyCAA users and nonusers. Cost was the key reason spouses reported for not pursuing higher education. Barriers to both education and employment among interested spouses included competing family responsibilities and difficulties with child care. The authors conclude with recommendations for improving and complementing the existing MyCAA scholarship to help military spouses achieve their educational and career objectives
    Abstract: Since the move to an all-volunteer force, the U.S. military has increasingly provided an array of programs, services, and facilities to support military families, including programs to assist spouses in pursuing their educational and employment goals. These programs are particularly important, given that military spouses face challenges related to military life that can make it difficult for them to maintain and develop careers. One program designed to help spouses of junior military personnel meet their educational and employment objectives is the My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) scholarship. This report analyzes data collected from November 2012 to March 2013 on the 2012 Active Duty Spouse Survey to examine MyCAA scholarship use in the previous year and educational and employment goals and barriers faced by recent MyCAA users and nonusers. The survey showed that nearly one in five eligible spouses used MyCAA in the previous year, and more than half of nonusers were unaware of the scholarship. Key reasons for not using the scholarship among those who were aware of it include perceived program ineligibility and lack of time for education. Reported barriers to achieving educational and employment goals were remarkably similar for recent MyCAA users and nonusers. Cost was the key reason spouses reported for not pursuing higher education. Barriers to both education and employment among interested spouses included competing family responsibilities and difficulties with child care. The authors conclude with recommendations for improving and complementing the existing MyCAA scholarship to help military spouses achieve their educational and career objectives
    Note: "RR-784-OSD , "Prepared for the Office of the Secretary of Defense , "National Defense Research Institute , Includes bibliographical references (pages 65-68)
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    ISBN: 9780833087980 , 0833091425 , 0833087983 , 9780833091420
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xx, 59 pages)
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Watts, Stephen Identifying and mitigating risks in security sector assistance for Africa's fragile states
    Keywords: Political stability ; Conflict management ; Military assistance, American Risk assessment ; Security sector ; Political stability ; Conflict management ; Military assistance, American ; Security sector ; Conflict management ; Political stability ; Security sector ; Armies ; Military & Naval Science ; Law, Politics & Government ; Africa ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; International Relations ; Treaties ; Electronic book
    Abstract: This report explores the nature of the risks inherent in U.S. security sector assistance to the fragile states of Africa and how the United States might better anticipate and mitigate these risks. It examines these issues through a review of qualitative and quantitative literature from both the academic and policy fields and through interviews conducted throughout the agencies of the U.S. government. The quantitative literature suggests a stark dilemma for those responsible for U.S. security sector assistance to the AFRICOM area of responsibility: The countries that are most in need of assistance are usually the ones least able to make positive use of it. Case studies of security sector assistance in the fragile countries in Africa are used to trace multiple specific pathways by which such assistance can have negative second- and third-order effects. Finally, the report provides numerous recommendations about ways in which the United States can improve the processes by which it monitors and evaluates, plans, and implements security sector assistance in the fragile states of Africa and more generally
    Abstract: This report explores the nature of the risks inherent in U.S. security sector assistance to the fragile states of Africa and how the United States might better anticipate and mitigate these risks. It examines these issues through a review of qualitative and quantitative literature from both the academic and policy fields and through interviews conducted throughout the agencies of the U.S. government. The quantitative literature suggests a stark dilemma for those responsible for U.S. security sector assistance to the AFRICOM area of responsibility: The countries that are most in need of assistance are usually the ones least able to make positive use of it. Case studies of security sector assistance in the fragile countries in Africa are used to trace multiple specific pathways by which such assistance can have negative second- and third-order effects. Finally, the report provides numerous recommendations about ways in which the United States can improve the processes by which it monitors and evaluates, plans, and implements security sector assistance in the fragile states of Africa and more generally
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 51-59)
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    ISBN: 9780833089199 , 0833089196
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 362.209794
    Keywords: Mental health services Evaluation ; Mental illness Prevention ; Mental health services ; Mental illness ; Mental illness ; Prevention ; California ; Mental health services ; Evaluation ; Electronic books
    Note: Caption title , Includes bibliographical references
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    ISBN: 9780833089151 , 0833089153
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 331.12/509768
    Keywords: Postsecondary education ; Labor supply ; Postsecondary education ; Labor supply ; Texas ; Postsecondary education ; Labor supply ; Electronic books
    Note: "Prepared for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board"--Page 1 of cover , Includes bibliographical references
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    ISBN: 9780833090911 , 0833090933 , 9780833090355 , 0833090925 , 0833090917 , 9780833090928 , 9780833090935
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xv, 101 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-991-itmo
    Parallel Title: Print version Ecola, Liisa Future of mobility
    Keywords: Transportation Forecasting ; Transportation engineering ; Transportation ; Transportation engineering ; Business & Economics ; Transportation Economics ; HISTORY ; Africa ; West ; Transportation engineering ; Transportation ; Forecasting ; China ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Foreword -- Preface -- Summary -- Acknowledgments -- Chapter 1: Introduction -- Study Objectives -- Creating the Scenarios -- Why the Scenarios Matter -- Repot Organization -- Chapter 2: Past Trends in Influencing Areas -- Demographic Trends -- Economic Trends -- Energey Trends -- Transportaion Supply and Constraint Trends -- Chapter 3: Key Drivers and Common Projections -- Key Drivers -- Common Projections -- Chapter 4: The Scenarios -- Background to All Scenarios -- Screnario 1: The Great Reset -- Scenario 2: Slowing but Growing -- Chapter 5: Wild-Card Scenario -- Debt Comes Due -- Chapter 6: Implications of the Scenarios -- Implications for Transportation Policy -- Implications for Transportation Decisionmaking -- Utility of the Wild-Card Scenario -- Chapter 7: Conclusions -- Appendix A: Methodology -- Appendix B: List of Experts -- Bibliography -- Figures and Tables -- Abbreviations
    Abstract: Foreword -- Preface -- Summary -- Acknowledgments -- Chapter 1: Introduction -- Study Objectives -- Creating the Scenarios -- Why the Scenarios Matter -- Repot Organization -- Chapter 2: Past Trends in Influencing Areas -- Demographic Trends -- Economic Trends -- Energey Trends -- Transportaion Supply and Constraint Trends -- Chapter 3: Key Drivers and Common Projections -- Key Drivers -- Common Projections -- Chapter 4: The Scenarios -- Background to All Scenarios -- Screnario 1: The Great Reset -- Scenario 2: Slowing but Growing -- Chapter 5: Wild-Card Scenario -- Debt Comes Due -- Chapter 6: Implications of the Scenarios -- Implications for Transportation Policy -- Implications for Transportation Decisionmaking -- Utility of the Wild-Card Scenario -- Chapter 7: Conclusions -- Appendix A: Methodology -- Appendix B: List of Experts -- Bibliography -- Figures and Tables -- Abbreviations
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 94-99)
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    ISBN: 9780833088932 , 0833091352 , 0833088939 , 9780833091352
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xviii, 180 pages)
    Parallel Title: Print version Keller, Kirsten M Integrated survey system for addressing abuse and misconduct toward Air Force trainees during basic military training
    Keywords: Sexual harassment in the military ; Social surveys ; Sexual harassment in the military ; Social surveys ; Social surveys ; United States ; HISTORY ; Military ; Aviation ; Sexual harassment in the military ; United States Armed Forces ; Airmen ; Training of ; United States ; Electronic book
    Abstract: "In response to several high-profile incidents of sexual misconduct by military training instructors (MTIs) during Basic Military Training (BMT), in 2012 the U.S. Air Force's Air Education and Training Command (AETC) asked RAND Project AIR FORCE to develop an integrated survey system to help address abuse and misconduct towad trainees in the BMT environment. Based on an extensive review of relevant materials--including internal AETC investigations of these incidents, Air Force and Department of Defense policies, and the scientific literature--trainee experiences and related reporting behaviors for the following abuse and misconduct categories: trainee bullying, maltreatment and maltraining, unprofessional relationships, sexual harassment, and unwanted sexual experiences. The survey also measures individual perceptions of the squadron climate and BMT feedback and support systems. The MTI survey assesses the extent to which MTIs were aware of trainees experiencing abuse, as well of their perceptions of the related squadron climate and MTI reporting behaviors. The MTI survey also includes a section on MTI quality of life, including job attitudes, the work environment, and job stressors. The report concludes with recommendations about survey administration, reporting the results, and additional areas for improvement to better track and monitor actual instances of and the potential for abuse and misconduct"--Page 4 of cover
    Abstract: "In response to several high-profile incidents of sexual misconduct by military training instructors (MTIs) during Basic Military Training (BMT), in 2012 the U.S. Air Force's Air Education and Training Command (AETC) asked RAND Project AIR FORCE to develop an integrated survey system to help address abuse and misconduct towad trainees in the BMT environment. Based on an extensive review of relevant materials--including internal AETC investigations of these incidents, Air Force and Department of Defense policies, and the scientific literature--trainee experiences and related reporting behaviors for the following abuse and misconduct categories: trainee bullying, maltreatment and maltraining, unprofessional relationships, sexual harassment, and unwanted sexual experiences. The survey also measures individual perceptions of the squadron climate and BMT feedback and support systems. The MTI survey assesses the extent to which MTIs were aware of trainees experiencing abuse, as well of their perceptions of the related squadron climate and MTI reporting behaviors. The MTI survey also includes a section on MTI quality of life, including job attitudes, the work environment, and job stressors. The report concludes with recommendations about survey administration, reporting the results, and additional areas for improvement to better track and monitor actual instances of and the potential for abuse and misconduct"--Page 4 of cover
    Note: "Rand Project Air Force , "RR-964-AF"--Page 4 of cover , "Prepared for the United States Air Force , "Approved for public release; distribution unlimited , Includes bibliographical references (pages 171-180)
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    ISBN: 9780833093653 , 0833093657 , 9780833041920 , 0833041924
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xli, 414 pages)
    Series Statement: RR 1214-A
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Perry, Walter L Operation Iraqi Freedom
    DDC: 956.7044/3
    Keywords: Iraq War, 2003-2011 Evaluation ; Iraq War, 2003-2011 ; History & Archaeology ; Iraq War (2003-2011) ; Iraq ; Evaluation ; Middle East ; Regions & Countries - Asia & the Middle East ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Soon after Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF) began in March 2003, RAND Arroyo Center began compiling an authoritative account of the planning and execution of combat and stability operations in Iraq through 2004 in order to identify key issues that could affect Army plans, operational concepts, doctrine, and other Title 10 functions. The resulting analysis, completed in January 2006, will interest those involved in organizing, training, and equipping military forces to plan for, deploy to, participate in, and support joint and multinational operations. Although focused primarily on Army forces and activities, the analysis also describes aspects of joint and multinational operations. RAND analysts collected the information in this report from many sources, including unit after-action reports, compilations of lessons learned, official databases, media reports, other contemporary records, and interviews with key participants in OIF. This report presents a broad overview of the study findings based on unclassified source material. It traces the operation from its root causes in the first Gulf War through operations up to approximately the end of June 2004. It addresses strategy, planning, and organization for OIF; air and ground force operations; personnel, deployment, and logistics issues; coalition operations; the occupation that followed combat operations; and civil military operations. Also, because the research conducted for this report covers events only through June 2004, events that occurred after that date would alter some of the conclusions and recommendations. In other cases, some recommendations might already have been implemented in whole or in part. Nevertheless, the report's recommendations are provided as they were originally formulated
    Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 399-414) , Introduction ; Genesis of the War , Planning the War and the Transition to Peace , Land Operations , Air Operations , Why the Iraqi Resistance Was So Weak , Managing the War , The Aftermath: Civilian Planning Efforts and the Occupation of Iraq , Mobilization, Deployment, and Sustainment in Operation IRAQI FREEDOM , Conclusions and Recommendations.
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  • 42
    ISBN: 9780833089090 , 0833093355 , 0833089099 , 9780833093356
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxiii, 99 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-974-AF
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Morgan, Forrest E Confronting Emergent Nuclear-Armed Regional Adversaries
    Keywords: Deterrence (Strategy) ; Conflict management 21st century ; Security, International 21st century ; Military planning 21st century ; Nuclear weapons Government policy 21st century ; Escalation (Military science) ; Nuclear arms control Government policy 21st century ; Deterrence (Strategy) ; Conflict management ; Security, International ; Military planning ; Nuclear weapons ; Escalation (Military science) ; Nuclear arms control ; Deterrence (Strategy) ; Escalation (Military science) ; Military planning ; Military policy ; Nuclear arms control ; Government policy ; Nuclear weapons ; Government policy ; Security, International ; Military Science - General ; Military & Naval Science ; Law, Politics & Government ; HISTORY ; Military ; Aviation ; United States ; Conflict management ; United States Military policy 21st century ; United States ; Electronic book
    Abstract: "Risks are increasing that the United States will find itself in confrontations with nuclear-armed regional adversaries--that is, hostile states with small nuclear arsenals. This research seeks to help the U.S. Air Force understand and prepare for such confrontations. The authors explore circumstances in which the United States might be able to neutralize a regional opponent's nuclear capabilities, and describe how and in what circumstances the United States can manage escalation while defeating nuclear-armed opponents in conventional conflict. The analysis finds that there is probably no case in which U.S. forces could neutralize an opponent's nuclear capabilities with a high enough probability of success that U.S. leaders would let them attempt it. However, U.S. forces should be able to manage escalation in some conventional conflicts, as long as the United States does not threaten the survival of the enemy regime or its nuclear deterrent forces. U.S. leaders must deter the adversary from escalating above critical U.S. thresholds and manage U.S. forces to avoid inadvertent and accidental escalation. The authors recommend that the Air Force continue research and development on methods and capabilities to find, fix, track, target, and assess enemy nuclear weapons capabilities; continue research and development on ballistic and cruise missile defenses; and conduct research on how to rebalance the force to better enable posturing airpower to conduct conventional strike operations from afar, in order to defeat a nuclear-armed regional adversary's conventional forces while operating from bases beyond the range of its conventional and nuclear strike capabilities"--Publisher's description
    Description / Table of Contents: In Memoriam -- Preface -- Figures and Table -- Summary -- Acknowledgments -- 1. An Emerging National Security Challenge: Introduction -- Purpose of This Research -- Research Methodology -- How This Report Is Organized -- 2. Bringing the Challenge into Focus: The Blurred Nuclear Threshold -- Third-Party Considerations -- These Factors Increase Risks of Conflict Escalation -- Dilemmas for U.S. Decisionmakers -- 3. Assessing the Neutralization Options: The Adversary's Range of Options -- Potential Ways to Neutralize an Adversary's Nuclear Capabilities -- Concluding Observations 4. Managing Escalation in Crisis and War -- The Principles of Threshold Management -- Managing Escalation in Three Geostrategic Challenges -- Looking at the Larger Picture -- 5. Meeting the Challenge -- The Regional Nuclear Paradox -- Crafting Strategies for Escalation Management -- Putting These Observations in Today's Geostrategic Context -- Recommendations for the U.S. Air Force -- Appendix A. The Second Nuclear Age -- Appendix B. The Inadequacy of Cold War Concepts -- Abbreviations -- References.
    Note: "October 27, 2015"--Table of contents page , Includes bibliographical references (pages 89-99)
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  • 43
    ISBN: 9780833092151 , 0833092154
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxxii, 377 pages)
    Keywords: United States Evaluation ; United States ; Health services accessibility ; Veterans Medical care ; Health services accessibility ; Veterans ; United States ; MEDICAL ; Evidence-Based Medicine ; Evaluation ; Health services accessibility ; Veterans ; Medical care ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 addressed the need for access to timely, high-quality health care for veterans. Section 201 of the legislation called for an independent assessment of various aspects of veterans' health care. The RAND Corporation was tasked with an assessment of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA's) current and projected health care capabilities and resources. An examination of data from a variety of sources, along with a survey of VA medical facility leaders, revealed the breadth and depth of VA resources and capabilities: fiscal resources, workforce and human resources, physical infrastructure, interorganizational relationships, and information resources. The assessment identified barriers to the effective use of these resources and capabilities. Analysis of data on access to VA care and the quality of that care showed that almost all veterans live within 40 miles of a VA health facility, but fewer have access to VA specialty care. Veterans usually receive care within 14 days of their desired appointment date, but wait times vary considerably across VA facilities. VA has long played a national leadership role in measuring the quality of health care. The assessment showed that VA health care quality was as good or better on most measures compared with other health systems, but quality performance lagged at some VA facilities. VA will require more resources and capabilities to meet a projected increase in veterans' demand for VA care over the next five years. Options for increasing capacity include accelerated hiring, full nurse practice authority, and expanded use of telehealth
    Abstract: The Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 addressed the need for access to timely, high-quality health care for veterans. Section 201 of the legislation called for an independent assessment of various aspects of veterans' health care. The RAND Corporation was tasked with an assessment of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA's) current and projected health care capabilities and resources. An examination of data from a variety of sources, along with a survey of VA medical facility leaders, revealed the breadth and depth of VA resources and capabilities: fiscal resources, workforce and human resources, physical infrastructure, interorganizational relationships, and information resources. The assessment identified barriers to the effective use of these resources and capabilities. Analysis of data on access to VA care and the quality of that care showed that almost all veterans live within 40 miles of a VA health facility, but fewer have access to VA specialty care. Veterans usually receive care within 14 days of their desired appointment date, but wait times vary considerably across VA facilities. VA has long played a national leadership role in measuring the quality of health care. The assessment showed that VA health care quality was as good or better on most measures compared with other health systems, but quality performance lagged at some VA facilities. VA will require more resources and capabilities to meet a projected increase in veterans' demand for VA care over the next five years. Options for increasing capacity include accelerated hiring, full nurse practice authority, and expanded use of telehealth
    Note: "Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs , DOI: 10.7249/RR1165.2 , Includes bibliographical references (pages 347-377)
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  • 44
    ISBN: 9780833091765 , 0833093983 , 083309176X , 9780833093981
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: [Research Report] RR-1239-CFAT
    Parallel Title: Print version
    DDC: 370.11
    Keywords: State universities and colleges ; Education, Higher ; Competency-based education ; State universities and colleges ; Education, Higher ; Competency-based education ; Texas ; Social Sciences ; Competency-based education ; Education ; Education, Higher ; State universities and colleges ; Education, Special Topics ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "This report aims to describe existing competency-based degrees and certificate prgorams in Texas; to summarize the national landscape for competency based programs, including the perceived benefits and limitations; and to suggest some potential areas for focus as the state of Texas and higher-education institutions explore the possibility of further expanding these programs"-- Preface
    Abstract: "This report aims to describe existing competency-based degrees and certificate prgorams in Texas; to summarize the national landscape for competency based programs, including the perceived benefits and limitations; and to suggest some potential areas for focus as the state of Texas and higher-education institutions explore the possibility of further expanding these programs"-- Preface
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  • 45
    ISBN: 9780833086440 , 0833086448 , 9780833086457 , 0833086456 , 9780833086433 , 083308643X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Parallel Title: Print version Ramchand, Rajeev Suicide postvention in the Department of Defense
    Keywords: United States Personnel management ; Research ; United States ; Soldiers Suicidal behavior ; Military research ; Suicide Prevention ; Government policy ; Suicide Prevention ; Research ; Psychology, Military ; Soldiers ; Military research ; Suicide ; Suicide ; Psychology, Military ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Social Security ; POLITICAL SCIENCE ; Public Policy ; Social Services & Welfare ; Military research ; Personnel management ; Research ; Psychology, Military ; Soldiers ; Suicidal behavior ; Suicide ; Prevention ; Government policy ; United States ; United States ; United States Armed Forces ; Mental health services ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has been struggling with increasing rates of suicide among military personnel for the past decade. As DoD continues to implement new programs and examine its policies in an effort to prevent military personnel from taking their own lives, it is important to assess its current responses to suicide and to identify opportunities to enhance these programs and policies. Unfortunately, there is little scientific evidence on how best to respond to suicides, how to ensure that surveillance activities are managed appropriately and that loss survivors are given sufficient support to grieve, how additional suicides can be prevented, and how to honor and respect the decedent and his or her loved ones. At the same time, there are many resource guides intended to provide recommendations for organizations (mostly schools) in responding to suicides. A review of the existing scientific evidence on postvention (responses to prevent additional suicides in the aftermath of a suicide) and guidance for other types of organizations provides potential insights for DoD, however. Complemented by the perspectives of those most intimately touched by military suicide - the family and friends of those who have died - these sources may help DoD formulate its guidance in a practical and sensitive way
    Note: Includes bibliographical references
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  • 46
    ISBN: 9780833088383 , 0833091484 , 0833088386 , 9780833091482
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xx, 160 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report
    Parallel Title: Print version Sims, Carra S Navigating the road to reintegration
    Keywords: United States ; United States ; Veteran reintegration ; Veterans Services for ; Disabled veterans Rehabilitation ; Veterans Medical care ; Disabled veterans Services for ; Veteran reintegration ; Veterans ; Disabled veterans ; Veterans ; Disabled veterans ; Veterans Health ; Military Personnel ; Community Integration ; Veterans psychology ; Military & Naval Science ; Law, Politics & Government ; Disabled veterans ; Services for ; Veteran reintegration ; Veterans ; Medical care ; Veterans ; Services for ; United States ; Military Administration ; HISTORY ; Military ; Aviation ; Disabled veterans ; Rehabilitation ; United States ; United States ; Electronic book
    Abstract: The U.S. Air Force, wanting to gain greater insight into the well-being of its members who have sustained mental or physical injuries in combat or combat-related situations, including their quality of life and the challenges they will confront in their reintegration following separation or retirement, asked the RAND Corporation for assistance in gauging the current status of the Air Force's wounded warriors, including their use of and satisfaction with Air Force programs designed to serve them. This report presents the baseline findings from a longitudinal analysis of enrollees in the Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) program who were receiving benefits or undergoing evaluation to receive benefits, the majority of whom had a primary administrative diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A high proportion of the Airmen in the sample screened positive for PTSD (roughly 78 percent) and major depressive disorder (MDD) (roughly 75 percent); 69 percent screened positive for both. Although more than 90 percent of those in the sample who screened positive for PTSD or MDD were receiving treatment, about half indicated that there was at least one instance during the past year in which they desired mental health treatment but did not receive it. Participants reported concerns about stigma, confidentiality, and the quality of available treatment as barriers to receiving mental health care, though the current data do not link these concerns to a particular treatment setting. About 10 percent of Airmen reported a financial situation that could be considered as living in poverty based on U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' poverty guidelines. Similarly, close to 15 percent of those in the labor force could be considered unemployed. Reserve and National Guard Airmen evidenced heightened challenges across examined domains. Respondents were overall satisfied with the services they received from the AFW2 and Air Force Recovery Care Coordinator programs
    Abstract: The U.S. Air Force, wanting to gain greater insight into the well-being of its members who have sustained mental or physical injuries in combat or combat-related situations, including their quality of life and the challenges they will confront in their reintegration following separation or retirement, asked the RAND Corporation for assistance in gauging the current status of the Air Force's wounded warriors, including their use of and satisfaction with Air Force programs designed to serve them. This report presents the baseline findings from a longitudinal analysis of enrollees in the Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) program who were receiving benefits or undergoing evaluation to receive benefits, the majority of whom had a primary administrative diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A high proportion of the Airmen in the sample screened positive for PTSD (roughly 78 percent) and major depressive disorder (MDD) (roughly 75 percent); 69 percent screened positive for both. Although more than 90 percent of those in the sample who screened positive for PTSD or MDD were receiving treatment, about half indicated that there was at least one instance during the past year in which they desired mental health treatment but did not receive it. Participants reported concerns about stigma, confidentiality, and the quality of available treatment as barriers to receiving mental health care, though the current data do not link these concerns to a particular treatment setting. About 10 percent of Airmen reported a financial situation that could be considered as living in poverty based on U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' poverty guidelines. Similarly, close to 15 percent of those in the labor force could be considered unemployed. Reserve and National Guard Airmen evidenced heightened challenges across examined domains. Respondents were overall satisfied with the services they received from the AFW2 and Air Force Recovery Care Coordinator programs
    Note: "Approved for public release; distribution unlimited , "Rand Project Air Force , "RR-599-AF"--Page 4 of cover , "Prepared for the United States Air Force , Includes bibliographical references (pages 139-160)
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  • 47
    ISBN: 9780833091260 , 0833091263
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 616.858445
    Keywords: California Mental Health Services Authority ; California Mental Health Services Authority ; Suicide Prevention ; Suicide ; Suicide ; Prevention ; California ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Estimates the possible reductions in suicide attempts resulting from investment in ASIST and estimates the financial return to Californians from reduced medical costs associated with suicide attempts and increased earnings from each life saved
    Note: "RR-1115-CMHSA"--colophon , Caption title , Includes bibliographical references
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  • 48
    ISBN: 9780833093783 , 0833093789
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (11 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-1257-CMHSA
    DDC: 362.209794
    Keywords: Mental health services Evaluation ; Discrimination against the mentally ill ; Mental illness Public opinion ; Mental health services ; Discrimination against the mentally ill ; Mental illness ; Health Services Research ; Program Evaluation ; Mental Health Services ; Prejudice prevention & control ; Social Stigma ; Mental illness ; Public opinion ; Discrimination against the mentally ill ; California ; Mental health services ; Evaluation ; California ; Electronic books ; Review
    Abstract: "Describes the methods and results of a RAND evaluation of stigma and discrimination reduction efforts by Runyon Saltzman Einhorn, Inc., involving screenings of a documentary film called 'A New State of Mind: Ending the Stigma of Mental Illness' "--Publisher's description
    Description / Table of Contents: Key Findings -- Methods: Sampling Procedure and Survey Administration -- Measures -- Expected Short-Term Outcomes of RSE Documentary Screening Events -- Results: Sample Characteristics -- Analysis Strategy -- Short-Term Outcomes of RSE Documentary Screening Events -- RSE documentary screening event participation reduced perceptions of dangerousness, increased beliefs about recovery, and had no effect on beliefs about the contributions that people with mental illness can make to society -- RSE documentary screening events resulted in slight increases in awareness of stigma and intentions to reduce discrimination -- RSE documentary screening events resulted in a very small increase in the likelihood of seeking professional help if needed, a very small decrease in likelihood of delaying treatment, and a small decrease in the likelihood of concealing a mental health problem -- RSE documentary screening events were more effective at reducing stigma among participants who had never personally experienced a mental illness and who had never had family members with mental illness -- RSE documentary screening event effectiveness varied by participant race/ethnicity, but not by stakeholder role or gender -- Discussion -- Notes -- Appendix. RSE Documentary Screening Event Effectiveness Variation Among Participant Subgroups -- References -- About the Authors -- Acknowledgments.
    Note: "October 27, 2015"--Table of contents page , Includes bibliographical references (page 11)
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  • 49
    ISBN: 9780833093349 , 0833093347
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxi, 115 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation research report series RR-963-WWP
    Keywords: Wounded Warrior Project Evaluation ; Wounded Warrior Project ; Disabled veterans Employment ; Disabled veterans Education ; Disabled veterans Health and hygiene ; Disabled veterans Mental health ; Disabled veterans ; Disabled veterans ; Disabled veterans ; Disabled veterans ; Evaluation ; United States ; SELF-HELP ; Substance Abuse & Addictions ; General ; Disabled veterans ; Employment ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) provides support and raises public awareness for service members and veterans who incurred physical or mental injury, illness, or wound coincident to their military service on or after September 11, 2001, as well as their families and caregivers. Through WWP, members (Alumni) have access to programs that support four main areas of recovery -- engagement, mind, body, and economic empowerment. Using 2014 WWP Annual Alumni Survey data, RAND researchers offer a detailed analysis of how Alumni of different genders, races and ethnicities, military service histories, and service-related health conditions fare in terms of mental health, physical health, and economic well-being. The report also offers recommendations for the organization's decisionmakers to consider in setting goals and creating programs to support WWP Alumni"--Publisher's web site
    Abstract: "Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) provides support and raises public awareness for service members and veterans who incurred physical or mental injury, illness, or wound coincident to their military service on or after September 11, 2001, as well as their families and caregivers. Through WWP, members (Alumni) have access to programs that support four main areas of recovery -- engagement, mind, body, and economic empowerment. Using 2014 WWP Annual Alumni Survey data, RAND researchers offer a detailed analysis of how Alumni of different genders, races and ethnicities, military service histories, and service-related health conditions fare in terms of mental health, physical health, and economic well-being. The report also offers recommendations for the organization's decisionmakers to consider in setting goals and creating programs to support WWP Alumni"--Publisher's web site
    Note: "Prepared for the Wounded Warrior Project , "National Security Research Division , Includes bibliographical references (pages 111-115) , Series from web site
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  • 50
    ISBN: 9780833089229 , 0833089226
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 362.20973
    Keywords: Teachers Training of ; Child mental health services ; Mental health education ; Mental health policy ; Teachers ; Child mental health services ; Mental health education ; Mental health policy ; California ; Child mental health services ; Mental health education ; Mental health policy ; Teachers ; Training of ; Electronic book
    Note: Caption title , Includes bibliographical references
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    ISBN: 9780833089335 , 0833089331
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 363.739/20951
    Keywords: Air quality management Government policy ; Air quality management Government policy ; Costs ; Air Pollution ; Government policy ; Air Pollution ; Government policy ; Costs ; Air quality management ; Air quality management ; Air ; Air ; Air quality management ; Government policy ; China ; Air ; Pollution ; Government policy ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "Air pollution has been one of the most pernicious consequences of China's last three decades of economic transformation and growth. This report estimates the costs of three measures to reduce air pollution in China: replacing coal with natural gas for residential and commercial heating, replacing half of China's coal-fired electric power generation with renewables or nuclear power, and scrapping highly polluting vehicles"--Publisher's description
    Abstract: "Air pollution has been one of the most pernicious consequences of China's last three decades of economic transformation and growth. This report estimates the costs of three measures to reduce air pollution in China: replacing coal with natural gas for residential and commercial heating, replacing half of China's coal-fired electric power generation with renewables or nuclear power, and scrapping highly polluting vehicles"--Publisher's description
    Note: Includes bibliographical references
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  • 52
    ISBN: 9780833089755 , 0833089757
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Research report
    DDC: 331.2/81362172
    Keywords: Medical fees ; Medicare Finance ; Medical care, Cost of ; Medical fees ; Medicare ; Medical care, Cost of ; Medicare ; Finance ; Medical care, Cost of ; Medical fees ; Electronic books
    Note: "Sponsored by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services , Includes bibliographical references
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  • 53
    ISBN: 9780833091284 , 083309128X , 9780833090485 , 0833090488
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xxxi, 233 pages)
    Series Statement: Research report RR-1075-DOS
    Parallel Title: Print versionGreenfield, Victoria A., 1964- Reducing the cultivation of opium poppies in southern Afghanistan
    DDC: 362.293
    Keywords: Opium poppy growers ; Rural development ; Opium trade ; Opium poppy growers ; Rural development ; Opium trade ; Opium trade ; Rural development ; Social Sciences ; Afghanistan ; Social Welfare & Social Work ; Substance Abuse ; Agriculture ; Opium poppy growers ; Afghanistan Agriculture ; Afghanistan ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "This report identifies a broad range of factors that drive opium poppy cultivation in southern Afghanistan, the locus of opium production in that country, and assesses the positive and negative effects of programs designed to promote rural development, eradicate opium poppies, or otherwise create incentives for farmers to reduce the cultivation of opium poppies. The authors consider the decision to cultivate opium poppy or other crops from the perspective of farmers who must balance concerns about household income and food sufficiency in the context of socio-economic and environmental factors that, for example, relate to security, eradication, and environmental risks; governance and religiosity; landholding terms and conditions; household circumstances; and agricultural input costs and commodity prices. A factor might encourage or discourage opium poppy cultivation and, in some instances, it could have indeterminate or conflicting effects. Then, the authors examine how rural development, crop eradication, and other programs touch on the factors --and affect poppy cultivation--through mechanisms that include subsidies on fertilizer, high-quality wheat seed, saplings and vines, and farm equipment and facilities; infrastructure investment; training; introduction of non-traditional crops; cash-for-work programs; improved market links; and non-agricultural rural income. On the basis of the assessment, the authors also provide advice on how to design programs that might better serve to reduce the cultivation of opium poppies in southern Afghanistan over the long term"--Abstract
    Abstract: "This report identifies a broad range of factors that drive opium poppy cultivation in southern Afghanistan, the locus of opium production in that country, and assesses the positive and negative effects of programs designed to promote rural development, eradicate opium poppies, or otherwise create incentives for farmers to reduce the cultivation of opium poppies. The authors consider the decision to cultivate opium poppy or other crops from the perspective of farmers who must balance concerns about household income and food sufficiency in the context of socio-economic and environmental factors that, for example, relate to security, eradication, and environmental risks; governance and religiosity; landholding terms and conditions; household circumstances; and agricultural input costs and commodity prices. A factor might encourage or discourage opium poppy cultivation and, in some instances, it could have indeterminate or conflicting effects. Then, the authors examine how rural development, crop eradication, and other programs touch on the factors --and affect poppy cultivation--through mechanisms that include subsidies on fertilizer, high-quality wheat seed, saplings and vines, and farm equipment and facilities; infrastructure investment; training; introduction of non-traditional crops; cash-for-work programs; improved market links; and non-agricultural rural income. On the basis of the assessment, the authors also provide advice on how to design programs that might better serve to reduce the cultivation of opium poppies in southern Afghanistan over the long term"--Abstract
    Note: "June 17, 2015"--Table of contents page , Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-233)
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  • 54
    ISBN: 9780833091475 , 0833091476
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Research report
    DDC: 616.044
    Keywords: Chronic diseases Treatment ; Chronic diseases ; Chronic diseases ; Chronic diseases ; Chronic diseases ; Chronic diseases ; Treatment ; Electronic books
    Abstract: 1. Introduction -- 2. Program prevalence -- 3. Program design -- 4. Member interaction -- 5. Coordinating plan and provider activities -- 6. Chronic care management program evaluation -- 7. Challenges to chronic care management program success -- 8. Conclusions -- Appendix A. Detailed results from survey -- Appendix B. Case studies.
    Abstract: The need for better management of chronic conditions is urgent. Many health plans have developed innovative approaches to improving care for their members with chronic conditions. This report documents the current range of health plans' chronic care management services, identifies best practices and industry trends, and examines factors in plans' operating environment that limit their ability to optimize chronic care programs
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  • 55
    ISBN: 9780833091321 , 0833091328
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Research report
    DDC: 372.2109751
    Keywords: Delaware Stars for Early Success (Program) ; Delaware Stars for Early Success (Program) ; Early childhood education Standards ; Early childhood education Evaluation ; Early childhood education ; Early childhood education ; Delaware ; Early childhood education ; Evaluation ; Early childhood education ; Standards ; Electronic books
    Note: "Sponsored by the Delaware Office of Early Learning , Includes bibliographical references
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  • 56
    ISBN: 9780833093776 , 0833093770 , 9780833091437 , 0833091433
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    DDC: 347.7367
    Keywords: Evidence, Expert ; Forensic sciences ; Evidence, Expert ; Forensic sciences ; Forensic sciences ; Evidence, Expert ; Electronic books
    Note: Includes bibliographical references
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  • 57
    ISBN: 9780833089007 , 083309338X , 0833089005 , 9780833093387
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (xi, 62 pages)
    Series Statement: Research reports RR-1007-AF
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Snyder, Don, 1962- Improving the cybersecurity of U.S. Air Force military systems throughout their life cycles
    Keywords: United States Rules and practice ; United States ; Computer networks Security measures ; Cyberspace Security measures ; Cyberinfrastructure Security measures ; Evaluation ; Risk assessment ; Cyberterrorism Prevention 21st century ; National security 21st century ; Computer networks ; Cyberspace ; Cyberinfrastructure ; Risk assessment ; Cyberterrorism ; National security ; HISTORY ; Military ; Aviation ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Cyberterrorism ; Prevention ; National security ; Risk assessment ; Telecommunications ; Electrical & Computer Engineering ; Engineering & Applied Sciences ; United States ; United States ; Rules ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "There is increasing concern that Air Force systems containing information technology are vulnerable to intelligence exploitation and offensive attack through cyberspace. In this report, the authors analyze how the Air Force acquisition/life-cycle management community can improve cybersecurity throughout the life cycle of its military systems. The focus is primarily on the subset of procured systems for which the Air Force has some control over design, architectures, protocols, and interfaces (e.g., weapon systems, platform information technology), as opposed to commercial, off-the-shelf information technology and business systems. The main themes in the authors' findings are that cybersecurity laws and policies were created to manage commercial, off-the-shelf information technology and business systems and do not adequately address the challenges of securing military systems. Nor do they adequately capture the impact to operational missions. Cybersecurity is mainly added on to systems, not designed in. The authors recommend 12 steps that the Air Force can take to improve the cybersecurity of its military systems throughout their life cycles"--Publisher's description
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Figures -- Summary -- Acknowledgments -- 1. Cybersecurity Management: Introduction -- What Should Cybersecurity in Acquisition Achieve? -- Managing Cybersecurity Risk -- Challenges for Managing Cybersecurity -- Principles for Managing Cybersecurity -- Principles for Managing Cybersecurity -- Summary -- 2. Cybersecurity Laws and Policies -- Introduction -- Legislation and Federal Cybersecurity Policy -- Department of Defense Cybersecurity Policy -- Cybersecurity and Air Force Life-Cycle Management -- Conclusion -- 3. Findings and Recommendations: Findings -- Discussion -- Recommendations -- Closing Remarks -- Abbreviations -- References.
    Note: "October 27, 2015"--Table of contents page
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  • 58
    ISBN: 9780833087812 , 0833093207 , 0833087819 , 9780833093202
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource (13 pages)
    Series Statement: Rand Corporation research report series RR-759-OSD
    Keywords: Military Health System (U.S.) Evaluation ; Military Health System (U.S.) ; Mental health services Evaluation ; Mental health services ; Evaluation ; Mental health services ; Evaluation ; Military Health System (U.S.) ; United States ; MEDICAL ; Evidence-Based Medicine ; United States Armed Forces ; Mental health services ; Evaluation ; United States ; Electronic books
    Abstract: "The Military Health System (MHS) strives to provide high-quality care and improve outcomes for individuals with psychological health conditions. Over the last decade, the MHS has provided care to a growing number of individuals with psychological health conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and major depressive disorder (MDD). However, little is known about the extent to which the MHS delivers care that is consistent with evidence-based clinical practice guidelines or if it is achieving positive outcomes for its service members. To better understand these issues, the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury (DCoE) asked the RAND Corporation to describe civilian health plans' approaches to systematically measuring the quality of psychological health care delivered by providers in their networks. This work was part of a larger effort by RAND to develop a framework and identify a set of measures for monitoring the quality of care provided by the MHS for psychological health conditions"--Publisher's web site
    Abstract: "The Military Health System (MHS) strives to provide high-quality care and improve outcomes for individuals with psychological health conditions. Over the last decade, the MHS has provided care to a growing number of individuals with psychological health conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and major depressive disorder (MDD). However, little is known about the extent to which the MHS delivers care that is consistent with evidence-based clinical practice guidelines or if it is achieving positive outcomes for its service members. To better understand these issues, the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury (DCoE) asked the RAND Corporation to describe civilian health plans' approaches to systematically measuring the quality of psychological health care delivered by providers in their networks. This work was part of a larger effort by RAND to develop a framework and identify a set of measures for monitoring the quality of care provided by the MHS for psychological health conditions"--Publisher's web site
    Note: "National Defense Research Institute , Includes bibliographical references (pages 12-13) , Series from web site
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  • 59
    ISBN: 9780833090973 , 0833093258 , 0833090976 , 9780833093257
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: [Research report] RR-871-DHURDGP
    Parallel Title: Print version
    Keywords: Sustainable development ; Quality of life ; Sustainable development ; Quality of life ; Social conditions ; Sustainable development ; China ; Pearl River Delta ; Social Conditions ; Sociology & Social History ; TRANSPORTATION ; Automotive ; General ; Social Sciences ; Quality of life ; Economic history ; Pearl River Delta (China) Economic conditions 21st century ; Pearl River Delta (China) Social conditions 21st century ; Pearl River Delta (China) ; Pearl River Delta (China) ; Electronic book
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  • 60
    ISBN: 9780833090997 , 0833093142 , 0833090992 , 9780833093141
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: RAND Project Air Force Series on Resiliency
    Series Statement: Research report (Rand Corporation) RR-101-AF
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: United States Civilian employees ; Health ; United States Airmen ; Health ; United States ; United States ; Resilience (Personality trait) ; Medicine, Military ; Resilience (Personality trait) ; Medicine, Military ; Health & Biological Sciences ; Military & Naval Medicine ; Medicine ; United States ; HISTORY ; Military ; Aviation ; Medicine, Military ; United States ; Resilience (Personality trait) ; Electronic book
    Abstract: Machine generated contents note: 1.Introduction: The Context of This Report -- 2.Environmental Stressors -- Temperature -- Noise -- Altitude -- Chemicals -- Hazardous Workplace Environments -- Summary -- 3.Key Resilience Factors: Prevention -- Safety Culture and Climate -- Safety Training and Education -- Financial Incentives for Injury Prevention -- Compliance with Safety and Health Standards: OSHA Enforcement -- Summary -- 4.Key Resilience Factors: Protection -- Personal Protective Equipment -- Respiratory-Protective Equipment -- Noise Reduction -- Acclimatization and Tolerance -- Temperature -- Altitude -- Ergonomics -- Summary -- 5.Interventions to Promote Environmental Fitness: The Role of Personal Protective Equipment -- 6.Conclusion.
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