Agriculture, forestry, and fisheries topic list of research papers
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Dilemma of green and pseudo green architecture based on LEED norms in case of developing countries
Abstract Achieving sustainable and eco-friendly architecture is one of the main objectives that humans for creating a better life have made as the ultimate model for all their professional activities. For this reason, moving towards a greener...
2014 / Mohammadjavad Mahdavinejad, Arash Zia, Airya Norouzi Larki, Setareh Ghanavati, Narjes Elmi -
Detection of Basal Stem Rot (BSR) Infected Oil Palm Tree Using Laser Scanning Data
Abstract Basal Stem Rot (BSR) is a well-known disease that affecting the production of oil palm. Early disease detection is vital to manage the disease effectively. This study examined the potential use of Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) data to...
2014 / Siti Khairunniza-Bejo, Chin Nee Vong -
Transportation Infrastructure Project Sustainability Factors and Performance
Abstract Transportation infrastructure projects often involve considerable land use, long-term investment, and huge resource. These elements may cause serious impacts to the environment and social dislocation. Hence, its involvement towards...
2014 / Assa Amiril, Abdul Hadi Nawawi, Roshana Takim, Siti Nur Farhana Ab. Latif -
BTNL2 gene SNPs as a contributing factor to sarcoidosis pathogenesis in a cohort of Greek patients
Abstract Sarcoidosis is a multisystemic granulomatous disease of unknown etiology that primarily affects adults between the ages of 20 and 40years old. It is characterized by the activation of Th1 lymphocytes resulting in the production of...
2014 / Aikaterini Delaveri, Aggeliki Rapti, Myrto Poulou, Eirini Fylaktou, Maria Tsipi, et al. -
Assessing species vulnerability to climate and land use change: the case of the Swiss breeding birds2014 / Ramona Maggini, Anthony Lehmann, Niklaus Zbinden, Niklaus E. Zimmermann, Janine Bolliger, et al.
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Project Risk Management Methodology: A Case Study of an Electric Energy Organization
Abstract This paper presents the developed risk management methodology and the main risk management results of a pilot project in a Portuguese electric energy organization – EDP Distribution. Most of the project risks identified have external and...
2014 / Joana Peixoto, Anabela Tereso, Gabriela Fernandes, Rui Almeida -
Feasibility Study on the Production of Bioethanol from Tapioca Solid Waste to Meet the National Demand of Biofuel
Abstract This study aims to assess the potential ethanol produced by employing tapioca solid waste to support energy demand in Indonesia. A bioethanol process was simulated under bioactivity process using Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Reduced sugar and...
2015 / Ruri Agung Wahyuono, Muhammad Naufal Hakim, Surya Alam Santoso -
Agriculture and Nutrition in Bangladesh: Mapping Evidence to Pathways2015 / S. Yosef, A. D. Jones, B. Chakraborty, S. Gillespie
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Research on Index System of Rock Slope Safety Evaluation for Open Pit Mine
Abstract At present, slope is one of the three major sources of geological disasters, and disasters caused by slope happened frequently. The index system of rock slope safety for open pit mine was comprehensively researched by the model of fuzzy...
2011 / Gao Yu-kun, Bao Na, Zhang Ying-hua, Jiang Li-ming, Huang Zhi-an -
Forecast for construction engineering risk based on fuzzy sets and systems theory
Abstract Risk management is a critical point of successful construction engineering in modern corporations, and furthermore, risk forecast provides a very important foundation for risk management. In order to forecast risk effectively and...
2011 / Yanjun Zhao, Xiaojun Liu, Yan Zhao -
Risk-need assessment for youth with or at risk for conduct problems: introducing the assessment system ESTER
Abstract This paper introduces ESTER, a research based and computerized risk-need assessment system for youths (0-18 years) with or at risk for conduct problems. The ESTER-system includes a screening tool/questionnaire (ESTER-screening) and a...
2010 / Henrik Andershed, Anna-Karin Andershed -
Weakly Electric Fish as Models for Underwater Robots: The Use of Active Electrolocation for the Perception of 3-Dimensional Objects in Complex Environments
Abstract The weakly electric fish Gnathonemus petersii uses active electrolocation for non-visual orientation and object detection. Fish emit brief electric signals, which build up an electric field around their body. Nearby objects project electric ...
2011 / Katharina Behr, Gerhard von der Emde -
Influence of some oenological practices on the aromatic and sensorial characteristics of white Verdejo wines2012 / Manuel M. Losada, Jorge F. López, Ana Añón, Jesús Andrés, Eugenio Revilla
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Bio-Removal of Black Crust from Marble Surface: Comparison with Traditional Methodologies and Application on a Sculpture from the Florence's English Cemetery
Abstract In the present study we investigate the use of sulphate-reducing bacteria during the black crust's bio-removal process. The aim of our work is to compare microbial cleaning with more traditional cleaning methods (chemical and laser...
2013 / Eleonora Gioventù, Paola Lorenzi -
Identification of the main site factors and management intensity affecting the establishment of Short-Rotation-Coppices (SRC) in Northern Italy through stepwise regression analysis2010 / Sara Bergante, Gianni Facciotto, Gianfranco Minotta
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Agriculture and household nutrition security—development practice and research needs2013 / John McDermott, Myriam Aït-Aïssa, Julien Morel, Nancy Rapando
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The role of Green Roofs on Reducing Heating and Cooling Loads: A Database across Chinese Climates
Abstract This paper aims to use detailed modelling techniques and develop a database for assessing in a quick and easy way the energy performance of green roof designs across a range of Chinese climates. The focus is on heating and cooling loads by...
2012 / Georgios Kokogiannakis, Annegret Tietje, Jo Darkwa -
Study on Safety Management of the Temporary Community after the Earthquake
Abstract In recent years, the worldwide catastrophe happened frequently. As a special type of building for the long-term shelter, a large scale temporary housing will be built up after disaster. Because the temporary housing will last 3 years, it is ...
2012 / Lv Hui -
Twenty years of teaching science communication: A case study of Imperial College's Master's programme2013 / F. Mellor
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Exploring Children's Perceptions of Scientists Through Drawings and Interviews
Abstract This study aimed to explore Greek children's perceptions of scientists and their activities through drawings and semi -structured interviews. Participants were 110 boys and girls aged 9 to 11 years old. They were asked to draw “a scientist...
2012 / Giannis Samaras, Fotini Bonoti, Vasilia Christidou