Agriculture, forestry, and fisheries topic list of research papers
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Comparison of two hydrological drought indices
Summary Drought is a naturally occurring periodical event associated with significant decrease of water availability over a region. Drought, being a complex in nature it is difficult to define, quantify and monitor. Drought is mainly classified into ...
2016 / Abhishek A. Pathak, Channaveerappa, B.M. Dodamani -
Mapping climate change adaptive capacity and vulnerability of smallholder agricultural livelihoods in Central America: ranking and descriptive approaches to support adaptation strategies2016 / Claudia Bouroncle, Pablo Imbach, Beatriz Rodríguez-Sánchez, Claudia Medellín, Armando Martinez-Valle, et al.
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General public knowledge and practices about the common cold
Abstract Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and practices of the general public about the common cold in Taif, KSA. Methods A pre-validated...
2015 / Mahmoud S. Al-Haddad, Qasem M. Abdallah, Abdulrahman H. Alhamyani, Abdullah J. Althomali, Sami M. Alshakhshir -
Confocal scanner laser evaluation of bactericidal effect of different antibiotic mixtures used for dental pulp regeneration: a preliminary study
Abstract Aim Evaluate the antibacterial efficacy and depth of action into dentinal tubules of different antibiotic mixtures used for dental pulp regeneration (1-9). Methodology ...
2016 / Genta Elisa, Alovisi Mario, Cuffini Anna Maria, Mandras Narcisa, Luganini Anna, et al. -
A Multidisciplinary Approach for Risk Analysis of Infrastructure Networks in Response to Extreme Weather
Abstract In recent years, it is becoming more frequent the occurrence of extreme weather events across Europe, such as rain induced landslides, river floods, winter storms and hurricanes. These hazards result in deterioration or fail of critical...
2016 / Maria Nogal, Alan O’Connor, Brian Caulfield, William Brazil -
Nutritional Value of Sea Cucumber [Paracaudina Australis (Semper, 1868)]
Abstract Sea cucumber Paracaudina australis has high value of nutrition and high potential economically for increasing trading of others fish productions. This research has purpose to study of proximate content, profile of amino acid and profile of...
2016 / Widianingsih, Muhammad Zaenuri, Sutrisno Anggoro, Hermin Panca Sakti Kusumaningrum -
Sustainable Traffic Improvement for Urban Road Intersections of Developing Countries: A Case Study of Ettumanoor, India
Abstract The spectacular increase of number of motor vehicles on the road is mainly attributed ingeneration oftraffic problems like accidents, congestions, delays etc., especially in the urban premises of developing countries. This paper examines...
2016 / Geethu Lal, L.G. Divya, K.J. Nithin, Susan Mathew, Bennet Kuriakose -
Preface2016 / Stéphane Galland, Ramiro Liscano
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Coupling Nile Basin 2050 Scenarios with the IPCC 2100 Projections for Climate-induced Risk Reduction
Abstract Scenarios are valuable tools that could support decision making under deep uncertainty, nevertheless, their potential remains untapped. The paper explores whether participatory scenario construction in the form of stories coupled with the...
2016 / Abby Onencan, Bert Enserink, Bartel Van de Walle, James Chelang’a -
Cultural Landscape and Cultural Routes: Infrastructure Role and Indigenous Knowledge for a Sustainable Development of Inland Areas
Abstract Cultural Routes and Cultural Landscapes have now been assumed as key elements in the panorama of cultural tourism, because they can combine, in one place, various aspects desired by tourists: contact with nature, identity and intangible...
2016 / Daniele Campolo, Giuseppe Bombino, Tiziana Meduri -
Data on external walls from a multi-objective simulation for cold climates
Abstract Data are related to the multi-objective optimization process applied to the building materials to obtain high energy-efficient precast walls for cold climate. The methodology has been explained on the paper entitled “High...
2016 / Cristina Baglivo, Paolo Maria Congedo -
Sustainability Assessment of Road Marking Systems
Abstract Environmental issues are becoming increasingly important in the domestic, business and public sectors. Due to population growth and growing number of megacities, Green Public Procurements concepts is also becoming an increasing trend in the ...
2016 / Marisa Cruz, Alexander Klein, Viviana Steiner -
Design of Wireless Sensor Network for Monitoring of Soil Quality Parameters
Abstract Design of wireless sensor network for monitoring of soil quality parameters (temperature, humidity, conductivity and acidity) is proposed in the study. The structure, panels and block - diagrams of graphical user interface ...
2016 / Tsvetelina Georgieva, Nadezhda Paskova, Belma Gaazi, Georgi Todorov, Plamen Daskalov -
Analysis of key environmental areas in the design and labelling of furniture products: Application of a screening approach based on a literature review of LCA studies
Abstract Environmental impacts of production and consumption can be controlled and reduced through instruments such as ecodesign and environmental labelling, which typically involve the analysis of complex product systems. The definition of more...
2016 / Mauro Cordella, Carme Hidalgo -
Insulated Membrane Kit for Emergency Shelters: Product Development and Evaluation of Three Different Concepts
Abstract The paper deals with the development of a novel winterized textile partition to accommodate refugees during a humanitarian crisis. The research has been developed within S(P)EEDKITS, a four year research project (March 2012 - February 2016) ...
2016 / Salvatore Viscuso, Alessandra Zanelli -
Achieving Balance Through the Art of Eating: Demystifying Eastern Nutrition and Blending it with Western Nutrition
Abstract Eastern and Western approaches to nutrition are unique and possess both strengths and weaknesses. Blending the best of both techniques will allow for the development of an integrative nutrition system that is more effective than either...
2016 / Shannon Wongvibulsin, Suzie Seoyang Lee, Ka-Kit Hui -
Strategic Planning in the Old Towns’ Preservations. A Valuation-generative Pattern for the Urban Fabric Rehabilitations
Abstract The old town of Ragusa is getting through a process of progressive enhancement in some different directions. Its differently valued parts need to be comprised in a whole valorization strategy connecting the decision making process with...
2016 / Vittoria Ventura, Salvatore Giuffrida -
Next generation agricultural system data, models and knowledge products: Introduction
Abstract Agricultural system models have become important tools to provide predictive and assessment capability to a growing array of decision-makers in the private and public sectors. Despite ongoing research and model improvements, many of the...
2016 / John M. Antle, James W. Jones, Cynthia E. Rosenzweig -
Reliability, Availability, Maintainability (RAM) study, on reciprocating compressors API 618
Abstract The Oil & Gas industry has continuously increased its requirements and together with the high complexity of technological systems and the higher competitiveness of markets, has compelled providers to implement adequate management...
2016 / Francesco Corvaro, Giancarlo Giacchetta, Barbara Marchetti, Maurilio Recanati -
Aesthetics of Korean foods: The symbol of Korean culture
Abstract Advances in transportation and communication have broken down critical barriers within the global economy, pushing us towards a more unified world. In keeping with this trend, processes of communication, transportation, and production are...
2016 / Hae-Kyung Chung, Hye Jeong Yang, Dayeon Shin, Kyung Rhan Chung