We explored this concept in a burns scenario in a novel, low-cost, high-fidelity, portable, immersive simulation environment (referred to as distributed simulation). This contextualized simulation/distributed simulation combination was named “The Burns Suite” (TBS)A pediatric burn resuscitation scenario was selected after high trainee demand.

Systematic literature review which analyzes knowledge production in public health emergency preparedness system research in the timeframe 2009-2015.

No experiment.The authors outline a four-step process in preparing a residency program for an anticipated short-term weather emergency.

Program design took place in 4 phases:Needs assessmentReview of previous programsEstablish an evidence-based theoretical frameworkDevelop a training format and contentREACT training was carried out with local first responders

Performed as a case study at a wide large-scale military command and as acontrol exercise (  Swedish Defense area involving participatory observationand complementary group interviews.

We investigated the effects of work-related factorson the mental health of prefectural public servants working inthe area devastated by the Great East Japan Earthquake toidentify some ideas for organizational work modifications toprotect their mental health.

analyze the relevant factors influencing the efficiency of collaborative allocation of emergency material and improve the key factors

SimulationSuch agents may be used, for example, inelectronic commerce and for training negotiators [15,18,32]. We focus on bilateral negotiations in simulated crises characterized by time constraints, deadlines, full information, and the possibility of opting out. Pg 1Hypothesis:Our hypothesis was that the agent would do at least as well as the human players in the negotiations. Pg 13

The Resource-Poor Settings panel developed five key question domains; defining the term resource poor and using the traditional phases of the disaster cycle

Investigate the information needs, communications and work processes of managers of multiple facilities that require support during routine and emergency operations at a large local health jurisdiction.The interview guide covered the following six areas: Professional public health background of each participantNormal duties, decisions and use of technologiesDecisions and communication channels used during routine vs. emergency operationsBarriers and needs to successful communication with staffCurrent understanding of the continuity of operations planInformation about a recent regional snow storm as critical incident.