Objective: To present an overview on the current state of the art concerning metrics-based quality evaluation of software components and component assemblies. Method: Comparison of several approaches available in the literature, using a framework comprising several aspects, such as scope, intent, definition technique, and maturity. Results: The identification of common shortcomings of current a...

objectives: the present research has been carried out to investigate the effectiveness of group mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on modification of body image and quality of life in women with breast cancer undergoing mastectomy.  materials: this research is a quasi-experimental study (pretest-posttest with control). in this clinical trial, 50 voluntary patients who had undergone mastectomy ...

the aim of this randomized controlled clinical trial was to investigate the effect of a new iranian toothpaste and a commercially available toothpaste containing desensitizing agent (5% potassium nitrate) on dentine hypersensitivity in a 24-week study.fifty healthy volunteers, who had at least two sensitive root surfaces, completed the study period. the participants were randomly given one of t...

Objective: To contribute with an overview on the current state of the art concerning metrics-based quality evaluation of software components and component-based assemblies. Method: Comparison of several approaches available in the literature, in terms of their scope, intent, definition technique and maturity. Results: Common shortcomings of current approaches, such as ambiguity in definition, l...