Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle co... more Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle complex analysis of the multiple phases of cell division. While it is now possible to build and explore simulation and modeling of the cell cycle [1], the complexity of their user ...
European Journal of Information Systems, May 1, 2012
ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing h... more ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing heavily in these emerging communities. Although much excitement has surrounded the idea of virtual worlds, a gap exists between those who register and those who engage in virtual worlds. Our analysis of the gap between those who merely register to join a virtual world and those who ultimately engage the community on a regular basis derives from a lack of assimilation. We present the 3C approach, a high-level theoretical framework delineating the relationship between three classes of factors (namely the technology class of factors; the community class of factors; and the user class of factors) that we posit explain virtual world assimilation and employ theories to represent these classes of factors and the interaction between them. After discussing and integrating these three classes of factors, we test our model through a study of 223 new users of Second Life. The results provide empirical support for the 3C framework; specifically, our analysis indicates that the technology and community classes of factors in exert a direct influence upon a user's attitude towards the virtual world, and this relationship is moderated by the user class of factors.
Much attention has been paid recently to the need for information systems research in healthcare.... more Much attention has been paid recently to the need for information systems research in healthcare. Premiere IS journals have called for research addressing the interoperability, implementation, adoption, diffusion and clinical data standards needs of our ailing US health care system. Because of the IS community has much to offer the unique healthcare environment, collaborative research is a necessity; however the dynamic and often times guarded nature of health care organizations make conducting theoretical and applied research a complicated and slow-going process; yet always rewarding. The Purpose of this research report is threefold: (1) to provide an overview of current and ongoing information systems research in health care; (2) to present case examples from a variety of health care and IS research that demonstrate diverse methods, approaches and objectives for conducting IS research in the health care environment; and (3) to present challenges and lessons learned from these four...
There isgrowingrecognition oftheimportance ofthe Internet and, more generally, information techno... more There isgrowingrecognition oftheimportance ofthe Internet and, more generally, information technology topediatric care. However, acceptance ofthese technologies hasbeenlow.Attitudes ofphysicians canplay a pivotal roleintheadoption session. This study tests theextension toa widely usedmodelin theinformation systemsliterature: theTechnology Acceptance Model(TAM). Data werecollected ina surveyofpediatricians tosee howwelltheextended model, TAM2,fits inthe medical arena. Ourresults partially confirm the model;significant partsofthemodelwere not confirmed. Theprimary factors inpediatricians' acceptance oftechnology applications relate totheir usefulness andjobrelevance. Little weight isgiven toeaseofuseandsocial factors. We discuss possible explanations forthediscrepancies andsuggest future research.
Proceedings of the 15th ACM Mardi Gras conference: From lightweight mash-ups to lambda grids: Understanding the spectrum of distributed computing requirements, applications, tools, infrastructures, interoperability, and the incremental adoption of key capabilities, 2008
Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle co... more Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle complex analysis of the multiple phases of cell division. While it is now possible to build and explore simulation and modeling of the cell cycle [1], the complexity of their user ...
ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing h... more ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing heavily in these emerging communities. Although much excitement has surrounded the idea of virtual worlds, a gap exists between those who register and those who engage in virtual worlds. Our analysis of the gap between those who merely register to join a virtual world and those who ultimately engage the community on a regular basis derives from a lack of assimilation. We present the 3C approach, a high-level theoretical framework delineating the relationship between three classes of factors (namely the technology class of factors; the community class of factors; and the user class of factors) that we posit explain virtual world assimilation and employ theories to represent these classes of factors and the interaction between them. After discussing and integrating these three classes of factors, we test our model through a study of 223 new users of Second Life. The results provide empirical support for the 3C framework; specifically, our analysis indicates that the technology and community classes of factors in exert a direct influence upon a user's attitude towards the virtual world, and this relationship is moderated by the user class of factors.
Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle co... more Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle complex analysis of the multiple phases of cell division. While it is now possible to build and explore simulation and modeling of the cell cycle [1], the complexity of their user ...
European Journal of Information Systems, May 1, 2012
ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing h... more ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing heavily in these emerging communities. Although much excitement has surrounded the idea of virtual worlds, a gap exists between those who register and those who engage in virtual worlds. Our analysis of the gap between those who merely register to join a virtual world and those who ultimately engage the community on a regular basis derives from a lack of assimilation. We present the 3C approach, a high-level theoretical framework delineating the relationship between three classes of factors (namely the technology class of factors; the community class of factors; and the user class of factors) that we posit explain virtual world assimilation and employ theories to represent these classes of factors and the interaction between them. After discussing and integrating these three classes of factors, we test our model through a study of 223 new users of Second Life. The results provide empirical support for the 3C framework; specifically, our analysis indicates that the technology and community classes of factors in exert a direct influence upon a user's attitude towards the virtual world, and this relationship is moderated by the user class of factors.
Much attention has been paid recently to the need for information systems research in healthcare.... more Much attention has been paid recently to the need for information systems research in healthcare. Premiere IS journals have called for research addressing the interoperability, implementation, adoption, diffusion and clinical data standards needs of our ailing US health care system. Because of the IS community has much to offer the unique healthcare environment, collaborative research is a necessity; however the dynamic and often times guarded nature of health care organizations make conducting theoretical and applied research a complicated and slow-going process; yet always rewarding. The Purpose of this research report is threefold: (1) to provide an overview of current and ongoing information systems research in health care; (2) to present case examples from a variety of health care and IS research that demonstrate diverse methods, approaches and objectives for conducting IS research in the health care environment; and (3) to present challenges and lessons learned from these four...
There isgrowingrecognition oftheimportance ofthe Internet and, more generally, information techno... more There isgrowingrecognition oftheimportance ofthe Internet and, more generally, information technology topediatric care. However, acceptance ofthese technologies hasbeenlow.Attitudes ofphysicians canplay a pivotal roleintheadoption session. This study tests theextension toa widely usedmodelin theinformation systemsliterature: theTechnology Acceptance Model(TAM). Data werecollected ina surveyofpediatricians tosee howwelltheextended model, TAM2,fits inthe medical arena. Ourresults partially confirm the model;significant partsofthemodelwere not confirmed. Theprimary factors inpediatricians' acceptance oftechnology applications relate totheir usefulness andjobrelevance. Little weight isgiven toeaseofuseandsocial factors. We discuss possible explanations forthediscrepancies andsuggest future research.
Proceedings of the 15th ACM Mardi Gras conference: From lightweight mash-ups to lambda grids: Understanding the spectrum of distributed computing requirements, applications, tools, infrastructures, interoperability, and the incremental adoption of key capabilities, 2008
Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle co... more Advances in high-performance computing and optical networking are making it feasible to handle complex analysis of the multiple phases of cell division. While it is now possible to build and explore simulation and modeling of the cell cycle [1], the complexity of their user ...
ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing h... more ABSTRACT Virtual worlds are increasing in importance as more multi-national firms are investing heavily in these emerging communities. Although much excitement has surrounded the idea of virtual worlds, a gap exists between those who register and those who engage in virtual worlds. Our analysis of the gap between those who merely register to join a virtual world and those who ultimately engage the community on a regular basis derives from a lack of assimilation. We present the 3C approach, a high-level theoretical framework delineating the relationship between three classes of factors (namely the technology class of factors; the community class of factors; and the user class of factors) that we posit explain virtual world assimilation and employ theories to represent these classes of factors and the interaction between them. After discussing and integrating these three classes of factors, we test our model through a study of 223 new users of Second Life. The results provide empirical support for the 3C framework; specifically, our analysis indicates that the technology and community classes of factors in exert a direct influence upon a user's attitude towards the virtual world, and this relationship is moderated by the user class of factors.
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