Agriculture, forestry, and fisheries topic list of research papers
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Costs and benefits of climate-smart agriculture: The case of the Dry Corridor in Guatemala2016 / Gustavo Sain, Ana María Loboguerrero, Caitlin Corner-Dolloff, Miguel Lizarazo, Andreea Nowak, et al.
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Food prices, energy and climate shocks in Uganda2016 / Joseph Mawejje
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The use of near infrared transmittance kernel sorting technology to salvage high quality grain from grain downgraded due to Fusarium damage
Abstract The mycotoxins associated with specific Fusarium fungal infections of grains are a threat to global food and feed security. These fungal infestations are referred to as Fusarium Head Blight (FHB) and lead to Fusarium Damaged Kernels (FDK)....
2015 / Michael E. Kautzman, Mark L. Wickstrom, Tom A. Scott -
Indoor Environmental Quality of Low-Income Housing in Delhi, India: Findings from a Field Study
Abstract Indoor environmental quality has crucial links to occupant health and well-being. Delhi has experienced rapid population growth and, as a result, there has been a substantial escalation of informal housing that now accounts for up to half...
2015 / Emily Nix, Clive Shrubsole, Payel Das, Michael Davies -
Can Intra-specific Differences in Root Traits of Wheat Increase Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) under Elevated CO2?
Abstract The atmospheric CO2 concentration is predicted to reach ∼550ppm by the middle of this century. The observed negative effect of increased CO2 concentration on grain quality is of major concern. One strategy to compensate for this effect is...
2015 / Helale Bahrami, Roger Armstrong, Glenn J. Fitzgerald, Michael Tausz, Sabine Tausz-Posch -
Winter Cover Crops as Sustainable Alternative to Soil Management System of a Traditional Durum Wheat-sunflower Rotation in Southern Spain
Abstract Durum wheat (Triticum durum)-sunflower (Helianthus annuus) rotation is a common practice in rain-fed arable areas in southern Spain. However there is a need to modify the current crop management due to the stagnating products prices and the ...
2015 / V. Pedraza, F. Perea, M. Saavedra, M. Fuentes, A. Castilla, et al. -
Wearable Weight Estimation System
Abstract Background Heavy working conditions, as well as sedentary behaviour, are risk factors for health. There is a lack of wearable measurement systems for monitoring carried loads while walking. Pedobarography, the study of...
2015 / Per Hellstrom, Mia Folke, Martin Ekström -
Evolving Product Information in Aligning Product Development Decisions across Disciplines
Abstract Today's product development is fragmented across various disciplines all with their own fields of expertise. Maintaining overview in consequences and implications of decisions is difficult, since many stakeholders are involved. To optimise...
2015 / E.J. Oude Luttikhuis, J. de Lange, E. Lutters, R. ten Klooster -
Understanding Korean food culture from Korean paintings
Abstract Background In Korea, there are many traditional foods that have developed along with the country's rich history. In addition, various food cultures have developed through agricultural traditions, ritual ceremonies, and the ...
2016 / Hae Kyung Chung, Kyung Rhan Chung, Hung Ju Kim -
Estimating the Potential Biomasses Energy Source of Forest and Agricultural Residues in the Cinque Terre Italian National Park
Abstract This paper aims to evaluate the feasibility of biomasses exploitation as an alternative Energy source, in areas characterized by high environmental, cultural and landscaping value. In particular, a methodology for assessing the energy...
2015 / Davide Astiaso Garcia, Silvia Sangiorgio, Flavio Rosa -
AntiHepatitis C Virus Activity of Alectryon serratus Leaves Extract
Abstract Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) has infected approximately 2-3% (130-170 million) of the world's population. No vaccine is available to prevent HCV infection. Investigation of anti-HCV agent is thus deemed necessary. Various plants have been...
2016 / Lidya Tumewu, Evhy Apryani, Mei Ria Santi, Tutik Sri Wahyuni, Adita Ayu Permanasari, et al. -
Antioxidative Activities of Various Fractions of Gedi's Leaf Extracts (Abelmoschus Manihot L. Medik)
Abstract This study aimed to investigate antioxidative activities of various fractions of Abelmoschus manihot leaf extract. The fractions were separated based on polarity and the antioxidant activities of each of them were determined. The leaves...
2016 / Mercy Taroreh, Sri Raharjo, Pudji Hastuti, Agnes Murdiati -
Determinación del criterio de rotura de Drucker-Prager de compactos en verde de α-SiC
Resumen En este artículo se ha estudiado el comportamiento mecánico a rotura de compactos en verde de dos tipos de α-SiC con diferentes granulometrías y pureza con objeto de evaluar la variación de los parámetros del criterio de fallo de...
2016 / Beatriz Achiaga, Rafael Barea, Nuria Candela -
Cooling the Heat Island in Compact Urban Environments: The Effectiveness of Chicago's Green Alley Program
Abstract To build 21st century sustainable cities, officials are installing alternative infrastructure technologies to reduce atmospheric environmental problems such as the urban heat island (UHI). The purpose of this study is to further our...
2015 / Paul Coseo, Larissa Larsen -
Preface2015 / Branko Katalinic
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Trade-offs of Water Use for Hydropower Generation and Biofuel Production in the Zambezi Basin in Mozambique
Abstract In the Zambezi basin in Mozambique, hydropower production is an important economic resource, with substantial development envisaged for the next decades. Irrigated agriculture currently plays a minor role, but irrigation development has a...
2014 / Philipp Stanzel, Harald Kling, Kit Nicholson -
Designing Better Environment by Providing Pedestrian Way for Pedestrian
Abstract Jalan Cempaka Putih Tengah XXX has been regarded as an appropriate case study for the research of Designing Pedestrianization Concept within Campus Area. This street has represented the tertiary street within Cempaka Putih area. This street ...
2015 / Lily Mauliani, Ari Widyati Purwantiasning, Wafirul Aqli -
Explaining Local Action Groups Heterogeneity in a South Italy Region within Measure 311 Axis III Notice of LDP
Abstract Providing programmes to modernize and to sustain both agricultural and non-agricultural activities in rural areas is the main aim deriving from EU and national policies. The Local Action Groups (LAGs) implement local development strategies...
2016 / Alessia Spada, Mariantonietta Fiore, Donatello Caruso, Francesco Contò -
Why well yield matters for managing agricultural drought risk
Abstract Groundwater-fed irrigation has supported growth in agricultural production around the world by allowing farmers to buffer production against the risks associated with variable and uncertain climatic conditions. However, uncontrolled...
2015 / T. Foster, N. Brozović, A.P. Butler -
Noble strain of Sparassis latifolia produces high content of β-glucan
Abstract Objective To classify four new Sparassis strains (CLM1, CKM1, CKM2, and KJM1) using the internal transcribed spacer sequence and to elucidate their β-glucan content and mycelial growth. ...
2015 / Dong Ju Lee, Min Cheol Jang, A Ra Jo, Hyun Jun Choi, Kwang-Sang Kim, et al.