Agriculture, forestry, and fisheries topic list of research papers
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Exploring the market for Compressed Natural Gas light commercial vehicles in the United Kingdom
Abstract This paper examines the potential market for natural gas as a transportation fuel in the light commercial vehicle sector in the United Kingdom. In order to understand this market and identify barriers to growth and possible solutions...
2014 / Jacqueline L. Kirk, Abigail L. Bristow, Alberto M. Zanni -
Developing Competencies for Using the Interactive Whiteboard to Implement Communicative Language Teaching in the English (Foreign Language) Classroom
Abstract Research data are being collected via a variety of ethnographic research instruments, namely classroom observations and field notes, video recordings of school lessons, and in-depth interviews and video-triggered reflective dialogues with...
2014 / Ahmad Hadadi, Hamed Abbasi, Ahmad Goodarzi -
Assessment of Microbiological and Bio-chemical Quality of Fish in a Supply Chain in Negombo, Sri Lanka
Abstract This study aimed to investigate quality of fish landed in Negombo area and distributed in suburban areas in Western province of Sri Lanka. Hundred samples of large fish (Katsuwonus pelamis and Euthynnus affinis) and 60 samples of small fish ...
2016 / S. Ariyawansa, P. Ginigaddarage, K. Jinadasa, J.M. Chandrika, G. Ganegama Arachchi, et al. -
Analysis of the Covenant of Mayors Initiative in Sicily
Abstract In the European scene a breakthrough in the field of environmental sustainability is represented by the innovative model of multi-level governance, introduced by European Community in 2008, well known as the “Covenant of Mayors”. It is an...
2015 / Fabio Famoso, Rosario Lanzafame, Pietro Monforte, Pier Francesco Scandura -
Relationship Marketing Moderating Effect on Value Chain of Horticulture Produce: An Intermediaries’ Perspective
Abstract Transformation of Malaysia horticulture industry had detected transition from supply chain to value chain perspective as well as emerging of new type of intermediaries called the packers. However no major changes of marketing activity at...
2014 / Shahiida bt Musa, Bonaventure Boniface, Geoffrey Tanakinjal -
Eco-building Material of Styrofoam Waste and Sugar Industry Fly-ash based on Nano-technology
Abstract Construction world is either directly or indirectly contributed to the environmental degradation that has resulted in global warming and climate change [1]. One of the examples is the use of cement in the construction of which has been...
2014 / Erni Setyowati -
Impacting Policy: Harnessing Science on Climate Change and Water through Partnerships with Decision-makers in the Middle East and North Africa – Reflections
Abstract Bringing science and technology from the United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region provides an opportunity for enhanced understanding of natural resources and...
2014 / R.A. McDonnell, K. Bergaoui, A. Khalaf, R. Zaaboul, M. Belhaj Fraj -
Research Regarding the of Importance Growing Canola in Mureş County as an Alternative in Obtaining Biofuel
Abstract In order to reduce greenhouse gases, the use of biomass in the fabrication of bio-fuels is becoming an increasingly attractive alternative. Even if at present the contribution of biomass to the energy balance is relatively low as compared...
2014 / Florica Morar, Andrea Peterlicean -
Total Phosphorus Content in Technologically Unprocessed Meat
Abstract The total phosphorus content was measured in raw, technologically unprocessed meats. Our results show that total phosphorus content in different raw meats varies substantially (from 1.41g/kg to 4.22 ± 0.93g/kg). Based on the results,...
2015 / Nadezda Prica, Milica Zivkov-Balos, Sandra Jaksic, Zeljko Mihaljev, Brankica Kartalovic, et al. -
Probabilistic Analysis of Marine Fuels in Emission Controlled Areas
Abstract This study presents a probabilistic analysis for conventional diesel-fuelled engines, LNG-fuelled engines or dual-fuelled (LNG and diesel) engines to establish which is more optimal for container shipping within emission controlled areas....
2015 / Kamal Soundararajan, Eulalia Han -
A State-of-the-art Review and Evaluation of Tools for Factory Sustainability Assessment
Abstract The type of tools for sustainability assessment is manifold and is growing consistently to meet more and more of society's needs. This paper presents a review and evaluation study of existing assessment tools collected from a variety of...
2013 / Danfang Chen, Timo Schudeleit, Gerrit Posselt, Sebastian Thiede -
Evaluation of actions for better water supply and demand management in Fayoum, Egypt using RIBASIM
Abstract Fayoum Governorate faces many water-related challenges being; compensating the water shortage and controlling the volumes of drainage water effluents into Quarun Lake. There are many actions, based on water resources management approach,...
2014 / Mohie M. Omar -
A Comparative Study of Some Properties of Cassava and Tree Cassava Starch Films
Abstract Cassava and tree cassava starch films plasticized with glycerol were produced by casting method. Different glycerol contents (30, 35, 40 and 45wt. % on starch dry basis) were used and the resulting films were fully characterized. Their...
2014 / P.C. Belibi, T.J. Daou, J.M.B. Ndjaka, B. Nsom, L. Michelin, et al. -
Curricular Innovation and Emerging Knowledge in Chemical Engineering in Mexico. Study Comparative
Abstract The purposes in this research were identifying the principal elements in the chemical engineering curriculum in some universities in Mexico. In this comparative study, it is presented a series of results from an analysis in the curriculum...
2015 / Viridiana Aydeé León Hernandez, Elisa Lugo Villaseñor -
Coriolis Metering Technology for CO2 Transportation for Carbon Capture and Storage
Abstract Highly reliable and accurate Coriolis meters have been proposed for metering carbon dioxide in carbon capture and storage (CCS) operations to provide accurate flow measurements. However, there is a lack of calibration studies to quantify...
2014 / Chih-Wei Lin, Ayan Bhattacharji, George Spicer, M. Mercedes Maroto-Valer -
The impact of climate change on the global wine industry: Challenges & solutions
Abstract This paper explores the impact of climate change upon the global production of winegrapes and wine. It includes a review of the literature on the cause and effects of climate change, as well as illustrations of the specific challenges...
2014 / Michelle Renée Mozell, Liz Thach -
The Technology of Land Reclamation, Drainage and Irrigation Projects in MBA–LBA Greece and Possible Implications
Abstract Technology and its “products”, when unearthed from archaeologists, are irrefutable witnesses of the technological level of each era and place. Evaluation of archaeological finds in relation to the advanced technology of each era and...
2015 / Konstantinos Giannakos -
Egg protein hydrolysates: New culinary textures
Abstract The purpose of this work was to obtain new textures from egg proteins by enzymatic hydrolysis, to diversify their applications in daily and haute cuisine. Pasteurized liquid egg white, yolk and whole egg were hydrolyzed with a food grade...
2015 / M. Garcés-Rimón, M. Sandoval, E. Molina, R. López-Fandiño, M. Miguel -
Strategic Planning for Remediation and Optimization of Irrigation and Drainage Networks: A Case Study for Iran
Abstract Development of modern irrigation and drainage networks is one of the effective strategies to preventing water losses and optimal usage of water resources in agricultural section. So far, about 1.8 million ha of the total 8.5 million ha...
2015 / Nader Abbasi, Reza Bahramloo, Mohammad Movahedan -
Application of a Model based on the Use of DELPHI Methodology and Multicriteria Analysis for the Assessment of the Quality of the Spanish Dry Ports Location
Abstract Not all the potential of Dry Ports is used because there is no planning methodology to help decision-making. The aim of this research is to provide a decision-making methodology based on the use of DELPHI methodology and Geographic...
2014 / Samir Awad-Núñez, Nicoletta González-Cancelas, Alberto Camarero-Orive