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Library Hi Tech News, 2023

Purpose ChatGPT from OpenAI is an amazing example of machine learning technology. This technology... more Purpose
ChatGPT from OpenAI is an amazing example of machine learning technology. This technology has now become an important issue for high-tech plagiarism concerns. Indeed, there are many concerns about using this tool, perhaps using other technologies to make ChatGPT safer. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) may be a way out. We aim to discuss such an alternative.
Design/methodology/approach
To preventing with high-tech plagiarism created by the ChatGPT tool two ways can help schools, universities, and scientific centers to prevent academic plagiarism: firstly, by banning ChatGPT and adjusting teaching styles, and secondly, by using detecting AI-produced content. In this viewpoint, we suggest a third way that can be a way out.
Findings
NFTs technology has the ability to add a non-fungibility feature to any digital object (Image, Text, or Video), Therefore, any text produced by artificial intelligence tools can be given a specific NFT code. With this work, we add a feature to texts produced by artificial intelligence, that is the non-fungibility feature.
Originality/value
In this viewpoint, how and why Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) may be a usefully added value in preventing acts of high-tech plagiarism on ChatGPT is discussed.

Information Matters, 2023

Purpose ChatGPT is a natural language processing tool driven by artificial intelligence technolog... more Purpose
ChatGPT is a natural language processing tool driven by artificial intelligence technology that gives users the ability to talk to a chatbot and ask it questions. In this viewpoint, our aim is to investigate whether ChatGPT technology can be effective as a digital reference service in information centers (e.g. libraries).
Design/methodology/approach
To answer the impact of ChatGPT on digital reference services we chatted with ChatGPT and asked two questions: 1- How can ChatGPT be used to improve digital reference services? And 2- Can be used as a digital reference librarian from ChatGPT?
Findings
ChatGPT can be programmed to function as a digital reference librarian. It can provide users with research assistance, answer reference questions, help users navigate databases and other resources, and gather and analyze data on user interactions with the service.
Originality/value
This viewpoint considers the importance of using ChatGPT as a digital reference service.

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2022

This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR princi... more This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR principles. We reached this conclusion based on a focus group interview with six experts, during which we focused on the three MDA components: mechanics, dynamics and aesthetics.

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2022

Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHea... more Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHealth) technologies during the epidemic. During this time, governments began developing smartphone-based apps for prevention, call tracking, and monitoring people with COVID-19. An important question is, does everyone benefit from these technologies equally and fairly? To answer this question, we evaluated the user interface of smartphone-based apps developed during the COVID-19 era by considering their design for older adults, in order to determine whether social justice has been considered in the development of these apps.

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2022

During the COVID-19 era, technology-enhanced protection of this disease has saved lives in develo... more During the COVID-19 era, technology-enhanced protection of this disease has saved lives in developed countries in which citizens have the privilege of accessing and using such technologies to fight Coronavirus. In the undeveloped countries, on the other hand, citizens have had no accession or ability to use digital technologies to prevent COVID-19. Having this in front, in the MyShield research project, we aim to address how to teach self-care skills in undeveloped countries in the era of COVID-19 using a mobile low-cost application effectively based on a standard educational model (ADDIE). This paper reports a framework that arises from the results of semi-structured interviews and online workshops conducted in the ADDIE design process for the self-care mobile application. The specialists contributed to indicte the appropriate content for teaching self-care skills while informants contributed to optimize the user experience flow.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 2021

Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implem... more Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implemented by the World Health Organization for the European region. For this purpose, we have used Heuristic evaluation method. The tools utilized in this study included 10 heuristics and measure System Usability Scale (SUS), as well as Nielsen's five-point Severity Ranking Scale.

Webology , 2022

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work to... more Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work together. APIs can improve an organization's presence on the Web with tools that integrate various useful, popular programs. This study aimed to identify appropriate web-based APIs used by the most popular public library websites for presentation on Iranian public libraries' websites. For this purpose, we conducted this study in two stages: In stage one, Web APIs were identified by reviewing the websites of the top public libraries in the world. Then, in stage two, using the obtained results, important Web APIs were selected utilizing experts' opinions (the heuristic method). In stage one, the 30 Web APIs in two categories were identified: 10 public Web APIs and 20 private Web APIs. Then, in stage two, 7 public APIs and 17 private Web APIs for these websites were selected, based on expert analysis. The results of this study can be used to improve the design of public library websites and enhance the communication of such websites' presence on the Web.

Applied Health Information Technology (AHIT) , 2021

Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electro... more Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electronic medical records (EMRs) system at an Abu-Ali-Sina organ transplant hospital, Shiraz, Iran. Method: This cross-sectional study was carried out in partnership with 25 direct members of RRT includes nurses and anesthesia technicians who were on the shift during the data collection for two months. To evaluate, the Questionnaire for User Interaction Satisfaction (QUIS) version 7 was used. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 19. Results: A total of 20 out of 25 questionnaires were obtained. Seven (25.0 %) of 27 sections were higher than seven, and all areas were higher than five. The highest rankings were for 1) reading characters on the computer screen 2) highlighting on the screen simplify task 3) overall reactions: wonderful and learning to operate the system. Conclusion: This study demonstrates the usability of the hospital RRT for the EMRs system and over the moderate. However, the flexibility and capability of the rapid response for EMRs tool require to be improved.

Iranian Journal of Medical Microbiology, 2020

Background: Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and pre... more Background:
Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and preventing infectious diseases. It also has the potential impact on supportive and self-care. This study aimed to identify the requirements for a smartphones self-care system to prevent corona-virus (COVID-19).
Materials & Methods:
This was a descriptive study performed in two main stages in 2020. At the first stage, to recognize the requirements for a smartphones self-care system, similar articles were searched and identified. In the second stage, the identified requirements were validated through a researcher-made questionnaire. The sample size of the study consisted of infectious diseases specialists of Urmia University of Medical Sciences. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean and frequency).
Results: Requirements of the self-care system were identified in four areas: "demographic data, clinical requirements, selfcare strategies, and technical characteristics". Also, according to the research community, 5 data elements for demographic data, 11 data elements for clinical requirements, 5 data elements for self-care strategies, and 11 data elements for technical characteristics were selected.
Conclusion: Applying the requirements and suggested strategies in the present study can improve self-care skills to prevent corona-virus, symptoms management, motivate and reduce stress, increase personal hygiene and communication with health care providers.
Keywords: Self-care, Smart phone, Corona-virus (COVID-19)

Papers by hamid reza

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2021

This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR princi... more This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR principles. We reached this conclusion based on a focus group interview with six experts, during which we focused on the three MDA components: mechanics, dynamics and aesthetics.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 2022

Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHea... more Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHealth) technologies during the epidemic. During this time, governments began developing smartphone-based apps for prevention, call tracking, and monitoring people with COVID-19. An important question is, does everyone benefit from these technologies equally and fairly? To answer this question, we evaluated the user interface of smartphone-based apps developed during the COVID-19 era by considering their design for older adults, in order to determine whether social justice has been considered in the development of these apps.

Webology, 2021

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work to... more Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work together. APIs can improve an organization's presence on the Web with tools that integrate various useful, popular programs. This study aimed to identify appropriate web-based APIs used by the most popular public library websites for presentation on Iranian public libraries’ websites. For this purpose, we conducted this study in two stages: In stage one, Web APIs were identified by reviewing the websites of the top public libraries in the world. Then, in stage two, using the obtained results, important Web APIs were selected utilizing experts' opinions (the heuristic method). In stage one, the 30 Web APIs in two categories were identified: 10 public Web APIs and 20 private Web APIs. Then, in stage two, 7 public APIs and 17 private Web APIs for these websites were selected, based on expert analysis. The results of this study can be used to improve the design of public library websit...

Applied Health Information Technology, 2021

Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electro... more Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electronic medical records (EMRs) system at an Abu-Ali-Sina organ transplant hospital, Shiraz, Iran. Method: This cross-sectional study was carried out in partnership with 25 direct members of RRT includes nurses and anesthesia technicians who were on the shift during the data collection for two months. To evaluate, the Questionnaire for User Interaction Satisfaction (QUIS) version 7 was used. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 19. Results: A total of 20 out of 25 questionnaires were obtained. Seven (25.0 %) of 27 sections were higher than seven, and all areas were higher than five. The highest rankings were for 1) reading characters on the computer screen 2) highlighting on the screen simplify task 3) overall reactions: wonderful and learning to operate the system. Conclusion: This study demonstrates the usability of the hospital RRT for the EMRs system and over the moderate. However, the flex...

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 2021

Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implem... more Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implemented by the World Health Organization for the European region. For this purpose, we have used Heuristic evaluation method. The tools utilized in this study included 10 heuristics and measure System Usability Scale (SUS), as well as Nielsen’s five-point Severity Ranking Scale.

Iranian Journal of Medical Microbiology, 2020

Background: Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and prevent... more Background: Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and preventing infectious diseases. It also has the potential impact on supportive and self-care. This study aimed to identify the requirements for a smartphones self-care system to prevent corona-virus (COVID-19). Materials & Methods: This was a descriptive study performed in two main stages in 2020. At the first stage, to recognize the requirements for a smartphones self-care system, similar articles were searched and identified. In the second stage, the identified requirements were validated through a researcher-made questionnaire. The sample size of the study consisted of infectious diseases specialists of Urmia University of Medical Sciences. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean and frequency). Results: Requirements of the self-care system were identified in four areas: "demographic data, clinical requirements, selfcare strategies, and technical characteristics". Also, according to the research community, 5 data elements for demographic data, 11 data elements for clinical requirements, 5 data elements for self-care strategies, and 11 data elements for technical characteristics were selected. Conclusion: Applying the requirements and suggested strategies in the present study can improve self-care skills to prevent corona-virus, symptoms management, motivate and reduce stress, increase personal hygiene and communication with health care providers.

Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purp... more Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purpose: With the global growth of elderly population, their increasing need to public and recreational spaces has become a novel challenge. Such spaces should be designed based on ergonomic principles in order to decrease their risk of injury. This research aimed to design an ergonomic bench for the elderly people with respect to their anthropometric dimensions. Methods: In this descriptive study, 90 older participants, 24 females and 66 males, aged over 60 years, were recruited by cluster sampling method. A trained ergonomists measured their 13 anthropometric dimensions based on ISO (7250-1:2008). The dimensions of the available benches in the parks were also measured. Then, the fitness of elderly's anthropometric parameters were compared with the dimensions of the benches (N=100) in the parks. We also explored the problems and difficulties of the using benches by " future worksho...

Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purp... more Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purpose: With the global growth of elderly population, their increasing need to public and recreational spaces has become a novel challenge. Such spaces should be designed based on ergonomic principles in order to decrease their risk of injury. This research aimed to design an ergonomic bench for the elderly people with respect to their anthropometric dimensions. Methods: In this descriptive study, 90 older participants, 24 females and 66 males, aged over 60 years, were recruited by cluster sampling method. A trained ergonomists measured their 13 anthropometric dimensions based on ISO (7250-1:2008). The dimensions of the available benches in the parks were also measured. Then, the fitness of elderly's anthropometric parameters were compared with the dimensions of the benches (N=100) in the parks. We also explored the problems and difficulties of the using benches by " future worksho...

Library Hi Tech News, 2023

Purpose ChatGPT from OpenAI is an amazing example of machine learning technology. This technology... more Purpose
ChatGPT from OpenAI is an amazing example of machine learning technology. This technology has now become an important issue for high-tech plagiarism concerns. Indeed, there are many concerns about using this tool, perhaps using other technologies to make ChatGPT safer. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) may be a way out. We aim to discuss such an alternative.
Design/methodology/approach
To preventing with high-tech plagiarism created by the ChatGPT tool two ways can help schools, universities, and scientific centers to prevent academic plagiarism: firstly, by banning ChatGPT and adjusting teaching styles, and secondly, by using detecting AI-produced content. In this viewpoint, we suggest a third way that can be a way out.
Findings
NFTs technology has the ability to add a non-fungibility feature to any digital object (Image, Text, or Video), Therefore, any text produced by artificial intelligence tools can be given a specific NFT code. With this work, we add a feature to texts produced by artificial intelligence, that is the non-fungibility feature.
Originality/value
In this viewpoint, how and why Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) may be a usefully added value in preventing acts of high-tech plagiarism on ChatGPT is discussed.

Information Matters, 2023

Purpose ChatGPT is a natural language processing tool driven by artificial intelligence technolog... more Purpose
ChatGPT is a natural language processing tool driven by artificial intelligence technology that gives users the ability to talk to a chatbot and ask it questions. In this viewpoint, our aim is to investigate whether ChatGPT technology can be effective as a digital reference service in information centers (e.g. libraries).
Design/methodology/approach
To answer the impact of ChatGPT on digital reference services we chatted with ChatGPT and asked two questions: 1- How can ChatGPT be used to improve digital reference services? And 2- Can be used as a digital reference librarian from ChatGPT?
Findings
ChatGPT can be programmed to function as a digital reference librarian. It can provide users with research assistance, answer reference questions, help users navigate databases and other resources, and gather and analyze data on user interactions with the service.
Originality/value
This viewpoint considers the importance of using ChatGPT as a digital reference service.

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2022

This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR princi... more This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR principles. We reached this conclusion based on a focus group interview with six experts, during which we focused on the three MDA components: mechanics, dynamics and aesthetics.

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2022

Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHea... more Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHealth) technologies during the epidemic. During this time, governments began developing smartphone-based apps for prevention, call tracking, and monitoring people with COVID-19. An important question is, does everyone benefit from these technologies equally and fairly? To answer this question, we evaluated the user interface of smartphone-based apps developed during the COVID-19 era by considering their design for older adults, in order to determine whether social justice has been considered in the development of these apps.

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2022

During the COVID-19 era, technology-enhanced protection of this disease has saved lives in develo... more During the COVID-19 era, technology-enhanced protection of this disease has saved lives in developed countries in which citizens have the privilege of accessing and using such technologies to fight Coronavirus. In the undeveloped countries, on the other hand, citizens have had no accession or ability to use digital technologies to prevent COVID-19. Having this in front, in the MyShield research project, we aim to address how to teach self-care skills in undeveloped countries in the era of COVID-19 using a mobile low-cost application effectively based on a standard educational model (ADDIE). This paper reports a framework that arises from the results of semi-structured interviews and online workshops conducted in the ADDIE design process for the self-care mobile application. The specialists contributed to indicte the appropriate content for teaching self-care skills while informants contributed to optimize the user experience flow.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 2021

Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implem... more Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implemented by the World Health Organization for the European region. For this purpose, we have used Heuristic evaluation method. The tools utilized in this study included 10 heuristics and measure System Usability Scale (SUS), as well as Nielsen's five-point Severity Ranking Scale.

Webology , 2022

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work to... more Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work together. APIs can improve an organization's presence on the Web with tools that integrate various useful, popular programs. This study aimed to identify appropriate web-based APIs used by the most popular public library websites for presentation on Iranian public libraries' websites. For this purpose, we conducted this study in two stages: In stage one, Web APIs were identified by reviewing the websites of the top public libraries in the world. Then, in stage two, using the obtained results, important Web APIs were selected utilizing experts' opinions (the heuristic method). In stage one, the 30 Web APIs in two categories were identified: 10 public Web APIs and 20 private Web APIs. Then, in stage two, 7 public APIs and 17 private Web APIs for these websites were selected, based on expert analysis. The results of this study can be used to improve the design of public library websites and enhance the communication of such websites' presence on the Web.

Applied Health Information Technology (AHIT) , 2021

Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electro... more Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electronic medical records (EMRs) system at an Abu-Ali-Sina organ transplant hospital, Shiraz, Iran. Method: This cross-sectional study was carried out in partnership with 25 direct members of RRT includes nurses and anesthesia technicians who were on the shift during the data collection for two months. To evaluate, the Questionnaire for User Interaction Satisfaction (QUIS) version 7 was used. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 19. Results: A total of 20 out of 25 questionnaires were obtained. Seven (25.0 %) of 27 sections were higher than seven, and all areas were higher than five. The highest rankings were for 1) reading characters on the computer screen 2) highlighting on the screen simplify task 3) overall reactions: wonderful and learning to operate the system. Conclusion: This study demonstrates the usability of the hospital RRT for the EMRs system and over the moderate. However, the flexibility and capability of the rapid response for EMRs tool require to be improved.

Iranian Journal of Medical Microbiology, 2020

Background: Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and pre... more Background:
Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and preventing infectious diseases. It also has the potential impact on supportive and self-care. This study aimed to identify the requirements for a smartphones self-care system to prevent corona-virus (COVID-19).
Materials & Methods:
This was a descriptive study performed in two main stages in 2020. At the first stage, to recognize the requirements for a smartphones self-care system, similar articles were searched and identified. In the second stage, the identified requirements were validated through a researcher-made questionnaire. The sample size of the study consisted of infectious diseases specialists of Urmia University of Medical Sciences. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean and frequency).
Results: Requirements of the self-care system were identified in four areas: "demographic data, clinical requirements, selfcare strategies, and technical characteristics". Also, according to the research community, 5 data elements for demographic data, 11 data elements for clinical requirements, 5 data elements for self-care strategies, and 11 data elements for technical characteristics were selected.
Conclusion: Applying the requirements and suggested strategies in the present study can improve self-care skills to prevent corona-virus, symptoms management, motivate and reduce stress, increase personal hygiene and communication with health care providers.
Keywords: Self-care, Smart phone, Corona-virus (COVID-19)

Studies in health technology and informatics, 2021

This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR princi... more This paper shows that the MDA framework can be helpful for designing and implementing FAIR principles. We reached this conclusion based on a focus group interview with six experts, during which we focused on the three MDA components: mechanics, dynamics and aesthetics.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 2022

Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHea... more Many national governments have attempted to prevent and combat COVID-19 using mobile health (mHealth) technologies during the epidemic. During this time, governments began developing smartphone-based apps for prevention, call tracking, and monitoring people with COVID-19. An important question is, does everyone benefit from these technologies equally and fairly? To answer this question, we evaluated the user interface of smartphone-based apps developed during the COVID-19 era by considering their design for older adults, in order to determine whether social justice has been considered in the development of these apps.

Webology, 2021

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work to... more Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are software tools that help different programs work together. APIs can improve an organization's presence on the Web with tools that integrate various useful, popular programs. This study aimed to identify appropriate web-based APIs used by the most popular public library websites for presentation on Iranian public libraries’ websites. For this purpose, we conducted this study in two stages: In stage one, Web APIs were identified by reviewing the websites of the top public libraries in the world. Then, in stage two, using the obtained results, important Web APIs were selected utilizing experts' opinions (the heuristic method). In stage one, the 30 Web APIs in two categories were identified: 10 public Web APIs and 20 private Web APIs. Then, in stage two, 7 public APIs and 17 private Web APIs for these websites were selected, based on expert analysis. The results of this study can be used to improve the design of public library websit...

Applied Health Information Technology, 2021

Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electro... more Aim: This study was conducted to determine the usability of the rapid response team (RRT) electronic medical records (EMRs) system at an Abu-Ali-Sina organ transplant hospital, Shiraz, Iran. Method: This cross-sectional study was carried out in partnership with 25 direct members of RRT includes nurses and anesthesia technicians who were on the shift during the data collection for two months. To evaluate, the Questionnaire for User Interaction Satisfaction (QUIS) version 7 was used. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 19. Results: A total of 20 out of 25 questionnaires were obtained. Seven (25.0 %) of 27 sections were higher than seven, and all areas were higher than five. The highest rankings were for 1) reading characters on the computer screen 2) highlighting on the screen simplify task 3) overall reactions: wonderful and learning to operate the system. Conclusion: This study demonstrates the usability of the hospital RRT for the EMRs system and over the moderate. However, the flex...

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 2021

Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implem... more Our aim in the present study was to evaluate the HealthBuddy+ smartphone app, designed and implemented by the World Health Organization for the European region. For this purpose, we have used Heuristic evaluation method. The tools utilized in this study included 10 heuristics and measure System Usability Scale (SUS), as well as Nielsen’s five-point Severity Ranking Scale.

Iranian Journal of Medical Microbiology, 2020

Background: Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and prevent... more Background: Smartphone applications play a pivotal role in management, providing care and preventing infectious diseases. It also has the potential impact on supportive and self-care. This study aimed to identify the requirements for a smartphones self-care system to prevent corona-virus (COVID-19). Materials & Methods: This was a descriptive study performed in two main stages in 2020. At the first stage, to recognize the requirements for a smartphones self-care system, similar articles were searched and identified. In the second stage, the identified requirements were validated through a researcher-made questionnaire. The sample size of the study consisted of infectious diseases specialists of Urmia University of Medical Sciences. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean and frequency). Results: Requirements of the self-care system were identified in four areas: "demographic data, clinical requirements, selfcare strategies, and technical characteristics". Also, according to the research community, 5 data elements for demographic data, 11 data elements for clinical requirements, 5 data elements for self-care strategies, and 11 data elements for technical characteristics were selected. Conclusion: Applying the requirements and suggested strategies in the present study can improve self-care skills to prevent corona-virus, symptoms management, motivate and reduce stress, increase personal hygiene and communication with health care providers.

Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purp... more Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purpose: With the global growth of elderly population, their increasing need to public and recreational spaces has become a novel challenge. Such spaces should be designed based on ergonomic principles in order to decrease their risk of injury. This research aimed to design an ergonomic bench for the elderly people with respect to their anthropometric dimensions. Methods: In this descriptive study, 90 older participants, 24 females and 66 males, aged over 60 years, were recruited by cluster sampling method. A trained ergonomists measured their 13 anthropometric dimensions based on ISO (7250-1:2008). The dimensions of the available benches in the parks were also measured. Then, the fitness of elderly's anthropometric parameters were compared with the dimensions of the benches (N=100) in the parks. We also explored the problems and difficulties of the using benches by " future worksho...

Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purp... more Research Paper: Pilot Design of Ergonomic Bench for the Elderly With Anthropometric Approach Purpose: With the global growth of elderly population, their increasing need to public and recreational spaces has become a novel challenge. Such spaces should be designed based on ergonomic principles in order to decrease their risk of injury. This research aimed to design an ergonomic bench for the elderly people with respect to their anthropometric dimensions. Methods: In this descriptive study, 90 older participants, 24 females and 66 males, aged over 60 years, were recruited by cluster sampling method. A trained ergonomists measured their 13 anthropometric dimensions based on ISO (7250-1:2008). The dimensions of the available benches in the parks were also measured. Then, the fitness of elderly's anthropometric parameters were compared with the dimensions of the benches (N=100) in the parks. We also explored the problems and difficulties of the using benches by " future worksho...