Agriculture, forestry, and fisheries topic list of research papers
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Calibration of Numerical Model of WDS in a Real Case
Abstract Calibration of computer models for water distribution system (WDS) analysis is an essential step in the model building to have an useful tool for management. Besides the choice of the method, results of calibration depend on the type and...
2014 / G. Darvini, L. Soldini -
Irrigation and Drainage Scheme of the Plain of Arta – Effects on the Rural Landscape and the Wetlands of Amvrakikos’ Natura Area
Abstract Amvrakikos Wetlands National Park is located in the North-West Greece. It is an area of high environmental importance, as it is characterized by a very rich biodiversity. Because of it's importance, the north part of the gulf is protected...
2015 / I.L. Tsirogiannis, G. Karras, D. Tsolis, D. Barelos -
Investigation of Dynamic and Kinematic Landslide Processes by Borehole Tiltmeters and Extensometers
Abstract Landslides cause many damages both in properties and in human life. The high loess banks along the River Danube are the most susceptible areas to mass movements in Hungary. Two test sites, one in Dunaföldvár and the other in Dunaszekcső,...
2015 / Gyula Mentes -
Integrated Carbon Metrics and Assessment for the Built Environment
Abstract One third of global greenhouse gas emissions are emitted from the building sector contributing significantly to the problem of climate change. While more work has been done on decreasing direct emissions from the operation of buildings,...
2015 / Soo Huey Teh, Thomas Wiedmann, Judith Schinabeck, Hazel Rowley, Stephen Moore -
Physiological Characters of Sugarcane After Flooding Stress
Abstract The sugarcane varieties with tolerance to flooding stress are not available in Indonesia. Therefore, this research was aimed to the development of flooding tolerant sugarcane. The research was conducted using Split Plot Design that consists ...
2016 / Sholeh Avivi, Sigit Soeparjono, Slameto, Rizky Arieza Ramadhan -
Prognostic gene signature profiles of hepatitis C-related early-stage liver cirrhosis
Abstract The rate of hepatitis C virus (HCV) related liver cirrhosis and subsequent cancer development is increasing and raising the risk of related mortality and morbidity. To address this issue, we aimed to develop a prognostic index that can be...
2014 / Anu Venkatesh, Xiaochen Sun, Yujin Hoshida -
Cropping Pattern Scenario based on Global Climate Indices and Rainfall in Banyumas District, Central Java, Indonesia
Abstract Although there has been a high relationship between global climate and rainfall in Indonesia, but little evidence is available for relationship among global climate indices, rainfall and crop yield to determine cropping pattern. This study...
2016 / Bayu Dwi Apri Nugroho, Laela Nuraini -
Quality Study in the Reconstruction of Brick Houses that Built after Earthquake 2009 in Koto Tangah Sub-district-Padang
Abstract This study investigated the quality of wall bricks that are used by people in Koto Tangah - Padang to rebuild their homes after the 30 September 2009 earthquake. This research covered the nature of looks, size and tolerance, water...
2014 / Prima Yane Putri -
Eating Behaviour and Well-being: An Analysis on the Aspects of Italian Daily Life
Abstract Nutrition related diseases have reached epidemic proportions in Western Countries. Because of the huge economic costs and the impact on human well-being, nutrition and related disease have become a major public health concern. In this...
2016 / Paola Mancini, Andrea Marchini, Mariarosaria Simeone -
The Influence of Grain Moisture Content on Specific Energy During Spring Wheat Grinding
Abstract Grinding is the fundamental operation in the processing of cereal grain. From the viewpoint of the processing technology, the significant aspect is the energy intensity of the process. Apart from the equipment used, the process of grinding...
2015 / Zeyad Arif Ahmed, Rafał Nadulski, Zbigniew Kobus, Kazimierz Zawiślak -
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Smoked Ham
Abstract The aim of this work was to determine the content of four polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in household-produced smoked meat. Ham was manufactured in traditional drying facilities and smoking cabinets in Serbia. PAHs can...
2015 / Brankica Kartalovic, Djordje Okanovic, Jelena Babic, Vesna Djordjevic, Sasa Jankovic, et al. -
Relationship between Adolescents’ and Parents’ Life Values and Attitudes toward Future Profession
Abstract The purpose of the study was to identify similarities and differences in life values in adolescents, their mothers and fathers, and to describe the parents’ attitudes to their child's choice of future profession and relationships with...
2016 / Natalia Moskvicheva, Nina Bordovskaia, Zoya Dudchenko, Elena Borisova -
Reconciling a City with its Natural Identity (The Role of Water Systems in Mashhad City Sustainable Planning)
Abstract Today, the livability of many urban environments is diminishing as a result of negligence towards natural systems. In Mashhad City, decades of unplanned development have led to crippling natural systems, deteriorated quality of life and...
2016 / Shaghayegh Maleki, Mehdi Akhavan, Melika Nafti -
An innovative approach to food security policy in developing countries
Abstract The article describes and analyzes the innovative concept of food security policy and presents theoretical microeconomic model of food security by Abdulai (2000) that explains individuals’ demand for food ingredients. The literature review...
2016 / Katarzyna Boratyńska, Raqif Tofiq Huseynov -
Influence of E20 Fuelling on Combustion Cycle Variability at Turbocharged Spark Ignition Engine
Abstract The reduction of pollutant emissions from the automotive exhaust gases by using alternative fuels becomes a priority. The paper presents the preliminary results of cycle variability study for an aspirated spark ignition engine converted to...
2016 / Zuhair H. Obeid, Alexandru Cernat, Constantin Pana, Niculae Negurescu, Cristian Nutu -
“Masked” renal disease in the elderly: Still “masked” after a 5-year follow-up?2015 / Manuel Heras, Maria Teresa Guerrero, Assyatou Sow, Angelica Muñoz, Elena Ridruejo, et al.
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New frontiers in petroleum engineering2016 / Musaed N.J. Al-Awad
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Measuring LEED–NC applicability in design for hospitality
Abstract Mounting awareness of climate change in recent years has led the construction industry to initiate new approaches toward sustainable building design, yet stakeholders in hospitality development still hesitate to build green. This reluctance ...
2015 / Teresa Marie Cracknell, Bassam Abu-Hijleh -
Story of an HRS Sulfuric Acid Unit
Abstract Operational transformation gives us an opportunity to review our operation methods in a way to measure our performance and focus on a rational strategy to improve the PS3 plant productivity and reduce SO2 emissions. This...
2016 / Abdelaziz Lahmadi, Abdennour Jbili -
Understanding and responding to danger from climate change: the role of key risks in the IPCC AR52016 / Katharine J. Mach, Michael D. Mastrandrea, T. Eren Bilir, Christopher B. Field