It provides complementary, added-value information (e.g. probabilistic, medium range flood forecasts, flash flood indicators or impact forecasts) to the relevant national and regional authorities. Furthermore, EFAS keeps the Emergency Response Coordination Centre (ERCC) informed about ongoing and possibly upcoming flood events across Europe. Some water from rainfall, melting snow, or deep in the soil, stays stored in the soil. Otherwise, the water drains away, either over the surface (surface runoff), or under the ground (sub-surface runoff) and the sum of these two is simply called ‘runoff’. This parameter is the total amount of water accumulated over a particular time period which depends on the data extracted.The units of runoff are depth in metres. This is the depth the water would have if it were spread evenly over the grid box.
Prof. Vinay Nagaraj
The authors are allowed to present their abstracts in other conferences or to publish a second original paper in an other scientific journal. The grant is intended to cover some costs so that the research project can proceed at a high quality level. But it can also be used to cover costs for statistical support or data management. EFAS courses present fantastic value for money with no hidden extras which you may find elsewhere with less reputable suppliers. Our courses are a good and balanced combination of theory and practical sessions, designed to develop a student’s ability and personal confidence. EFAS delivers training that is both fun and enjoyable as well as informative, easy to remember and easy to understand.
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The event took place at the stunning Palais Niederösterreich, a 16th-century Baroque palace rich in history and elegance. Situated between Vienna’s iconic St Stephen’s Cathedral and City Hall, the venue offered a unique blend of tradition and innovation, combining classical beauty with state-of-the-art facilities.The scientific content of the congress was equally outstanding. Topics included the use of artificial intelligence in hearing aids and tinnitus management, innovations in tele-audiology, and advances in cochlear implantation.The congress opened with a focus on the transformative role of artificial intelligence in audiology. Several presentations highlighted the integration of AI into hearing aid technology and tinnitus treatment. Particularly noteworthy was a review outlining AI’s potential to personalise treatment plans and enhance device performance through adaptive algorithms.
Dr Maja Jovanovic ENT
The Board shall be responsible for managing the affairs of EFAS according to the general policy decided by the Committee of Representatives, and take initiatives to promote audiology in Europe. These accounts are to be submitted to the Auditors yearly at least one month before the General Assembly. SECRETARY-GENERALThe Secretary-General of EFAS shall be responsible for keeping an updated list of membership and representatives, records of all the activities of EFAS and the Board, and managing the distribution of information to representatives and members.
Dr José Barajas
Knowledge of the presentation, radiological and pathological features, treatment and outcome for common benign and malignant tumours in the foot and ankle. Knowledge of the presenting features, management and outcome of soft tissue lesions including sarcomas. EFAS and GloFAS help to protect citizens of Europe and the world, the environment, property and cultural heritage when major floods occur.
About EFAS
MEMBERSHIPEFAS is open for membership for national societies of audiology in the European countries. Each member nation shall be represented by a single Voting Representative and by two Non-Voting Representatives, appointed by the respective national audiology society if available. For a country without a national audiology society, the Board may accept as a temporary alternative another professional society or entity, which is actively engaged in audiology. The future of audiology depends on collaboration across disciplines and borders. EFAS provides a strong platform for professionals from diverse scientific and clinical backgrounds to cooperate and collaborate.
- Knowledge Base and Practical Skills This is discussed and clarified in detail in the section on Curriculum.
- Treatment options and techniques may vary with different countries and clinics.
- Specialist foot and ankle surgeons are likely to have undergone surgical training, specialty training in orthopaedics and an additional fellowship in foot and ankle surgery.
- Our training is convenient for you as we work to ensure you meet your requirements as an employer.
- For more specific information on the how the reforecast dataset is produced we refer to EFAS medium-range forecast skill.
- Design and performance of clinical trials, data analysis and statistics (principles and applications), principles of epidemiology and statistics and audit.
- Gain access to online educational content exclusively available for EFAS members.
Past Certifications
- FellowshipsEvidence of appropriate Fellowship training in a Foot and Ankle Surgery Centre of Excellence is not obligatory but desirable.
- I would also like to acknowledge Prof. Georg Sprinzl and his outstanding team for the excellent coordination and organization of the 17th EFAS Congress in Vienna.
- One of the key advantages of SWOT Analysis is its holistic approach to strategic planning.
- EFAS delivers training that is both fun and enjoyable as well as informative, easy to remember and easy to understand.
- Reforecasts are forecasts run over past dates, and those presented here are used for providing a suitably long time period against which the skill of the 30-day real-time operational forecast can be assessed.
- EFACS E/8 reduces the time spent on small tasks, such as sending confirmation of orders, by linking up processes and automating them.
- NAMEThe European Federation of Audiology Societies, EFAS, is a non-profit organization, formed as a federation for national audiology societies in the European countries.
To address this limitation, organizations may need to complement the EFAS Matrix with other tools that focus on internal factors, such as the SWOT Analysis. The European Flood Awareness Systems (EFAS) is the first operational pan-European flood forecasting and monitoring system. EFAS provides a wide range of early flood forecasting information to support national and regional authorities with flood risk management duties in arranging preparatory measures before an event strikes. In addition, EFAS provides a unique overview across Europe and neighbouring countries on currently observed and forecasted flood events.
Model Output
For more specific information on the how the seasonal reforecast dataset is produced we refer to the documentation. Data can be accessed is several ways, the most common is through the EWDS (see Data Access). This dataset provides a gridded modelled time series of river discharge, forced with seasonal range meteorological forecasts from GloFAS.
EFAS Instructional Course
The sum of the surface and sub-surface runoff, and represents all the water that would drain away from the grid box. While both the EFAS Matrix and SWOT Analysis are valuable tools for strategic planning, they have distinct attributes that set them apart. The EFAS Matrix focuses primarily on external factors, providing insights into the broader business environment and helping organizations anticipate market changes. In contrast, SWOT Analysis considers both internal and external factors, offering a more holistic view of an organization’s current situation and future prospects.
Enhance your skills, expand your professional network, and gain valuable international experience. Gain access to online educational content exclusively available for EFAS members. Fellowship opportunities with EFAS’s international partnering societies, universities and hospitals.
Prof. Nicola Quaranta
Discussions centred on electrode design, surgical techniques, and patient-reported outcomes, reflecting a growing emphasis on personalised medicine in implantable hearing technologies. The DEFINE study, presented in the opening session, provided compelling evidence that digital cognitive behavioural therapy can be as effective as traditional face-to-face approaches in managing tinnitus-related distress. Other sessions explored auditory training methods, broadband hearing aid amplification, and innovative tools like the Tinnometer to tailor tinnitus therapies to individual needs.Overall, EFAS 2025 was a remarkable professional and cultural experience. The event once again reinforced the importance of evidence-based practice, technological integration, and patient-centred care in shaping the future of hearing healthcare. The combination of cutting-edge audiological science, meaningful professional connections, and the magnificent setting of Vienna made this congress truly memorable. It covers Basic Science applied to the Ankle and Foot, Paediatric, Adult Orthopaedic and Traumatic Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Clinical and Research Fellowship
In 2018, GloFAS, originally developed by ECMWF in collaboration with the JRC and the University of Reading, became fully operational after being a prototype service since 2011. BOARDThe Board shall consist of the Chairperson, the Vice Chairperson, the Past Chairperson, the Secretary-General and the Treasurer, elected from the members of the Committee of Representatives. The Vice Chairperson shall normally succeed to the office of Chairperson for a two year period and thereafter to the office of Past Chairperson for a two year term. The Board may co-opt additional members, without voting rights, for specific purposes, e.g. in relation to European Conferences on Audiology, or to help liaise with other organizations.
- EFAS want to create a set up making it possible for one surgeon (visitor) to visit another surgeon (host).
- Tibialis posterior dysfunction (FDL transfer, Cobb reconstruction and allied procedures), tendon transfers, dislocation of the peroneal tendons – relocation, Tendo Achilles surgery including late repair, decompression and lengthening.
- To promote the interdisciplinary communication a congress is organised by another NAS every year.
- In 2018, development and validation of the EFAS Score was completed in 7 languages (Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Swedish, Polish).
- They can work in the Committees but cannot vote in the General Assembly and cannot be elected to join the Council.
- In 2018, GloFAS, originally developed by ECMWF in collaboration with the JRC and the University of Reading, became fully operational after being a prototype service since 2011.
NAMEThe European Federation of Audiology Societies, EFAS, is a non-profit organization, formed as a federation for national audiology societies in the European countries. Audiology is defined as the science of hearing and the alleviation of the effects of disorders of the auditory system. The countries eligible to be part of EFAS are as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO). The Map Viewer of the EFAS Information System (EFAS-IS) is the main source of information for users.
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EFAS CRITERIAIt has been agreed that the following additional EFAS criteria are required.Letter of RecommendationA letter of recommendation and confirmation that the candidate has fulfilled the entry requirements is mandatory from the department head. Please use the shortcuts in the table of contents below to browse the content or the page tree to the left to navigate directly to the section of interest. The proposed amendments shall be distributed to the members at least one month in advance. Hearing loss is one of the most challenging health issues that needs global attention. Over 1.5 billion people worldwide live with some degree of hearing loss, and this number is expected to rise significantly in the coming decades.
- In contrast, SWOT Analysis considers both internal and external factors, offering a more holistic view of an organization’s current situation and future prospects.
- GloFAS data are freely accessible to all registered users through a dedicated web platform, the GloFAS map viewer.
- Benefit from reduced rates to all EFAS courses and events and meet fellow surgeons.
- EFAS variables (called ‘parameters’ in ECMWF MARS) are the hydrological entities calculated by the modelling chain.
- We must also foster interdisciplinary education, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience to better reflect the real-world complexities of hearing care.
- The GFM product is designed to deliver, in near real-time, critical information on ongoing floods events to users worldwide, including national authorities, emergency units, research centres, decision-makers and other stakeholders.
- For information on the data products produced by EFAS, visit the dedicated Data Catalogue pages.
- The root zone is the maximum depth at which plants can extract water from the soil.
EFAS is pleased to present its first podcast for the EFAS Journal Club organized by the Youth Committee. For this episode, Dr. Alessio Bernasconi (Italy) invited Prof. Bedri Karaismailoglu (Turkey) and Dr. Sandeep Patel (India) to discuss their papers about posterior malleolus fractures and their management. These would include Basic Instructional Courses, Cadaver Courses or the Annual Meeting/Advanced Instructional Course. As the examination shall precede the latter subsequent attendance at this meeting may be considered appropriate in occasional circumstances.
- One of the key advantages of the EFAS Matrix is its focus on external factors, which can provide valuable insights into the broader business environment.
- There is an emphasis on clinical examination of cases, small group discussions and learning surgical approaches in the cadaver lab.
- We have a compiled a list of common conditions which can be successfully treated by several methods, which are described in the different topics.
- Volume rate of water flow, including sediments, chemical and biological material, in the river channel averaged over a time step through a cross-section.
The list of nominees shall be presented to the Voting and Non-Voting Representatives of all members at least one month prior to the General Assembly for election every odd year. In addition to the names prepared by the search committee, the final ballot can include names which have been agreed upon by the representatives of at least three member national societies. Proposals received at the EFAS Secretary-General will be mailed to all representatives. Email voting by non-attending Voting Representatives or written transfer of voting rights to a Non-Voting Representative is allowed. Email votes should be received at the EFAS Secretary-General 24h before the link GA. When votes are tied, the Board members will make the final decision during the General Assembly.
GloFAS data are freely accessible to all registered users through a dedicated web platform, the GloFAS map viewer. It is accepted that this condition may not be treated by Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons throughout Europe. Therefore, data previously downloaded using the sub-setting tool should be disregarded and users should download the dataset of interest again over the full EFAS domain.
EFAS Available Data
GloFAS soil wetness information is stored as the fraction of the total volume of voids in the root zone. EFAS soil wetness information is stored as the fraction of the total volume of voids in the root zone. At EFAS, we strive to provide a platform to foster exchanges between industry and practictioners in order to always enhance the quality of foot and ankle surgery. Additionally, the EFAS Matrix and SWOT Analysis differ in their focus on proactive versus reactive strategies. The EFAS Matrix is often used to identify opportunities and threats in the external environment, helping organizations proactively respond to market changes and emerging trends. In contrast, SWOT Analysis is more focused on assessing internal capabilities and external factors, enabling organizations to develop strategies that leverage their strengths and opportunities while mitigating their weaknesses and threats.