Analysis of energy-consumption of bioethanol production in agricultural disti…

The paper analyses the process and impact of selected factors on energy efficiency of potato-derived ethyl alcohol production process in Poland. Data from a variety of agricultural distilleries in Poland were used, and 10 selected indices of the process were taken into account. The research involved using sophisticated tools such as cluster analysis, sensitivity analysis and artificial neural n…

Practical deviation in sustainable pesticide application process

Using agrochemicals becomes essential practice of modern farming but in the same time it puts risk to human, animal health and the environment. The initial actions to create balance between this negative impact and the necessity to use the pesticides concerning the environment, people's living conditions and the economic, those factors are defined as the sustainable development. In this paper t…

Gainers and losers of the implementation of the new Common Agricultural Polic…

The new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) defined in 2013 is implemented since 2015. It offers several options to the Member States/Regions. This paper describes the choices which have been made in Wallonia and their consequences on direct payments. It appears that 42% of the farmers will lose between 2014 and 2019, while 44% will gain and a quasi-status quo is observed for the remaining 14%. Fi…

Trajectory planning with obstacles on the example of tomato harvest

The paper presents the PR-APT method (Planning Rectilinear-Arc Polynomial Trajectory) for planning a trajectory of the manipulator end-effector. In the described method, a path consists of two rectilinear segments of intersecting directions combined with the blending arc of a set radius. The arc can make a fragment of an avoidable obstacle. he algorithm and the implemented method on the exampl…

The impact of structural and operational parameters of the centrifugal disc s…

The objective of this study was to specify the impact of structural and operational parameters of the centrifugal disc spreader on the spatial distribution of fertilizer varied in terms of physical properties (urea, ammonium sulfate, nitrochalk). The spatial distribution was characterized by parameters of the stationary spread pattern in the polar coordinate system: average angle and average ra…

Applicability of MIKE SHE to Simulate Hydrology in Argesel River Catchment

A fully distributed, physically-based hydrologic modelling system, MIKE SHE, was used in this study to simulate surface flow as runoff and subsurface flow drainage routed through tile drainage infrastructure within the Argesel River watershed. MIKE SHE,Système Hydrologique Européen, is a sub-model under the collection of models within the MIKE framework from the Danish Hydraulic Institute (DH…

The Romanian External Trade in 2007 – 2013

In this paper we have focused on the Romanian external trade during the period 2007 - 2013. Using statistical indicators it has been analyzed the Romanian imports and exports at the global level, data available from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. After the study we could find scarce products that we import in large quantities, so we can cover the needs of food,like meat, sug…

Age, prostitution and punishment in the latem nineteenth century

Abstract Considerable research has been undertaken by historians to understand the meanings of prostitution as it evolved in the nineteenth century. Initially, commercial sex was considered in terms of criminality and deviance. Later studies, influenced by the seminal work of Walkowitz (1980), explored the role of local economies in shaping the lived experiences of prostitutes. This article in…

Jurors’ views of suspended sentences

Abstract This article examines jurors’ views on sentencing from trials returning guilty verdicts where the offender has been sentenced to a wholly suspended sentence or where jurors have suggested a wholly suspended sentence as the most appropriate sentencing outcome. It challenges the poor public image of suspended sentences and provides further evidence that informed judgement on sentenci…

Public trust in the police in Taiwan: A test of instrumental and expressive m…

Abstract Although public assessments of the police have become the focal concern of a substantial amount of research efforts since the 1970s, a very small number of studies have analysed public opinions on the Taiwan police. Using survey data collected from three cities and two counties in 2010, this study expands the existing literature by assessing whether Taiwan residents’ perceptions ar…

Good behaviour bonds and re-offending: The effect of bond length

Abstract: The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of good behaviour bonds in reducing re-offending. Data on 19,478 individuals who received a good behaviour bond under section 9 of the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999 (NSW) for their principal offence were examined. Propensity score matching techniques were used to match offenders who received a bond of less than 24 mont…

Prosecutors’ perceptions of the utility of ‘relationship’ evidence in s…

Abstract For successful prosecution of sex offences, defined elements that comprise each charge (such as the acts that occurred and offenders’ identities) need to be established beyond reasonable doubt. This study explored the potential benefit (from a prosecution perspective) of eliciting another type of evidence; evidence regarding the relationship between the victim and perpetrator th…

The right to silence: Inferences and interference

Abstract: The right to silence, or the privilege against self-incrimination, has long been recognised as an important procedural protection for the accused in the criminal process. The legislature of New South Wales, however, has introduced legislation to curtail that right by allowing for adverse inferences to be drawn at trial from the pre-trial failure of the accused to mention a fact late…

The characterization of the physicochemical and sensoryproperties of full-fat…

Abstract Concentrated/Greek yogurt or Labneh is a semisolid food produced from yogurt by eliminating part of its water and water-soluble compounds. Today’s world is geared toward the production of lower fat foods without compromising the texture and flavor of these products. The objective of this study was to characterize the physicochemical and sensory properties of bovine, caprine, and ov…

Molecular Detection of Resistance Genes to Leaf Rust Lr34 And Lr37 in Wheat G…

Leaf rust, caused by Puccinia triticina, is the most common rust disease of wheat. Using molecular markers technology, with a wide variety of approaches, can improve the efficiency of the selection strategies in wheat breeding programs. One of the most known resistance gene to leaf rust is Lr34, involved in adult plant resistance (APR) or „slow rusting” type. In order to obtain cultivars w…

Histopathological Study of Brain from Cattle with Nervous Symptomatology

This study aim the identification of morphopatological changes of the central nervous system in cattle with clinical nervous symptoms. Studied animals were represented by brain samples from cattle with clinical nervous signs, received in the Morphopathology Department for diagnosis of TSEs and other neurological diseases. Application of diagnostic protocol for cattle with nervous symptoms is ac…

The Role of Geometry on Livestock Facilities under Different Types of Actions

The objective of the paper is the investigation of the livestock facility response, in the specific conditions of seismicity of Romania. All buildings are designed for a particular use, and this is reflected in their shape, size and layout. The design and development of a traditional livestock facility can provide important information about agricultural or industrial practices in the past. Sma…

Results regarding Some Morphometric Features of Spermatozoa in Ram

It is well known nowadays that morphological type classification of spermatozoa is an important component of the modern semen evaluation. Meanwhile, current methods of analysis are subjective and highly diversified; they are also ones of the best tools for artificial insemination using cryogenic preserved semen for the contemporary livestock producer. The aim of the present study was to determi…

Study on the Influence of Average Daily Light Duration and Different Levels o…

In order to determine the effect of average daily lighting duration and battery cages level on the production performance of laying quails, an experiment on 500 quail hens of Balote

Relationships among Feed Intake, Blood Metabolites, Follicle Size and Progest…

The aim of this study was to determine the relationships among feed intake, blood metabolites, follicle size, and progesterone (P4) concentration in ewes that did or did not exhibit estrus after estrous synchronization. Sixteen cycling, Merino ewes were synchronized for 12 days with a controlled internal drug release (CIDR) devices (300 mg P4). Ewes were classified by estrous behavior as exhibi…

The study aims to explore farmers’ practice and constraints in organic vegetable farming as well as to identify farmers’ perception and their adaptability to move to or improve their organic vegetable farming. It also helps to select and determine factors influencing farmers’ perception and adaptation to uptake organic vegetable farming and to investigate if this in turn supports sustaina…

Evolution of Game Theory Application in Irrigation Systems

Agriculture is the largest consumer of water. Since water demand for irrigational purposes is expected to rise and given the fact that freshwater is not an unlimited resource, conflicts about the use of water and allocation issues are becoming more intense. The present paper examines the potential for water conflict when water consumption for irrigation takes place. In order to contribute to th…

The growth of Arthrocnemum macrostachyum and Halimione portulacoides in an ex…

The marine halophytes Arthrocnemum macrostachyum and Halimione portulacoides are found growing naturally in saltmarshes within Greece creating an aesthetically pleasing groundcover that also reflects the changing of seasons. The potential use of these species in an extensive green roof system in coastal areas would lead to additional benefits such as preserving and enhancing the local landscap…

Determinants of Growth in Fast-Developing Countries: Evidence from Bundling a…

This study assesses growth determinants in the Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa and Mexico, Indonesia, Nigeria, and Turkey nations the period 2001-11. Particular emphasis is laid on the bundling and unbundling of ten governance dynamics. Contemporary and noncontemporary fixed- and random-effects regressions are employed. The following are some findings. First, governance is more p…

Relation between types of yolk sac abnormalities and early embryonic morpholo…

Abstract: Aim: The aim of this study was to identify yolk sac (YS) abnormalities and analyze their relation with different embryonic morphologies detected by ultrasonography in first-trimester missed miscarriage. Material and Methods: This descriptive study was carried out on 204 women with established first-trimester missed miscarriage. Ultrasonography depicted the YS’s diameter, shape, an…

Evaluation of P300 components for emotion-loaded visual event-related potenti…

Aim: In the present study, the P300 component of the emotion-loaded visual event-related potential in response to photographs of babies crying or smiling was measured to evaluate cognitive function in elderly subjects, including those with dementia. Methods: The subjects were 48 elderly people who consulted a memory disorder clinic. The visual eventrelated potential was measured using oddball …

Survival strategies of male nurses in rural areas of Japan

Abstract: Aim: This study seeks to describe the survival strategies of male nurses in Japanese rural areas. Methods: Interviews were conducted with 12 male nurses who described their occupational experiences. The modified grounded theory approach was used for the data collection and analysis. Results: The survival strategies of these male nurses can be categorized into four types: (i) giving…

Predictors of nurses’ family-centered care practises in the neonatal intens…

Abstract: Aim: To identify the predictors of nurses’ family-centered care (FCC) practises in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) in Japan. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional survey was conducted by administrating a self-reported questionnaire to 30 nurse managers and 710 staff nurses in 30 NICUs in Japan. A facility-level questionnaire, including items about the philosophy, policies,…

Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Teeth: Three Walls versus Four …

Abstract Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the fracture resistance of endodontically treated teeth between those with four walls and those with three walls of remaining coronal tooth structure and the effect of the site of the missing coronal wall. Materials and Methods: Thirty-two endodontically treated second mandibular premolars were decoronated, leaving 3 mm above the ce…

How Not to Increase Participation in Local Government: Th e Advantages of Exp…

Abstract: Local governments benefi t from nonelected committees that provide citizen input on important issues. Although these committees off er a valuable tool for policy makers, they suff er from low participation and tend to underrepresent economically disadvantaged citizens. Th is article reports the results of a randomized survey experiment that evaluated the relative eff ectiveness of o…

Statistical modeling of nitrogen-dependent modulation of root system architec…

Abstract; Plant root development is strongly affected by nutrient availability. Despite the importance of structure and function of roots in nutrient acquisition, statistical modeling approaches to evaluate dynamic and temporal modulations of root system architecture in response to nutrient availability have remained as widely open and exploratory areas in root biology. In this study, we devel…

Clinical peptidomic analysis by a one-step direct transfer technology: Its po…

Abstract: To date, numerous studies have searched for candidate molecules or clinical examination methods as potential biomarkers for monitoring intractable diseases, such as carcinomas. Evidence accumulated over the past decade shows that many proteolytic peptides appear in human humoral fluids, including peripheral blood, in association with an individual’s health condition. Although an an…

Agricultural irrigation canals in southern France and new urban territorial u…

Agricultural irrigation canals are widespread across southern France, where they cover a large portion of the Provençal region. While they are still extensively used in productive farming, part of the irrigated area is gradually being taken over by peri-urban habitat and business and industrial parks. As a result, some parts of the canal network have now been abandoned, either built over or tu…

Internal (the consumer itself) and external factors influence the consumer to buy a product. It is these factors that can affect the length of time the consumer to buy a product. Time-to-event data analysis is the method to analyze the data when the response of interest is the time until some event occurs. The data to be analyzed is in the form of time, also called failure time or survival time…

Biosafety Competencies in Developing Countries: The Role of Universities

Abstract: With the objective of strengthening biosafety capacities in Honduras, a technical cooperation program has been established with the School of Microbiology, National Autonomous University of Honduras, where most of the country’s infectious disease research and teaching is done. To complete a 2-year cooperation cycle, two significant activities took place in May 2010: the first Nati…

Morphological, physicochemical, and antioxidant profile of noncommercial bana…

Abstract Banana cultivars––Luvhele (Musa ABB), Mabonde (Musa AAA), and Muomvared (Musa balbisiana) ––were characterized for morphological, physicochemical, and antioxidant properties. All three cultivars varied significantly (P < 0.05) in their morphology, pH, titratable acidity and total soluble solids with no significant difference in their ash content. Individual cultivars showed va…

Marketing Strategy Based on Marketing Mix Influence on Purchasing Decisions o…

The aim of this research was to know the influences of 7P marketing mix variables, which consists of product, price, promotion,place, people, physical evidence and process on purchasing decision of consumers in determining appropriate marketing strategy of Malang apples at Giant MOG. The result analysis showed that the most influential marketing mix variable was price with the odd pricing as th…

Advanced Concepts in Photovoltaics

Over the past several years, developments in photovoltaic (PV) solar cells have enabled enormous progress to occur in reducing the cost of PV electrical energy ($/kWh) such that it is rapidly approaching the cost of electrical energy produced by power plants fuelled by coal, natural gas, and nuclear reactors; this cost goal is generally termed ‘achieving grid parity’. In 1977, when U.S…

Activity Theory in Formal and Informal Science Education

This book aims to contribute to an emergent agenda for cultural historical activity theory (CHAT) and science education in Europe. It especially focuses on the application of activity theory in formal and informal science education. This focus leads to rethinking scientific literacy (Roth & Lee, 2004), as well as to rethinking the role of information and communication technologies (van Eijc…

Acoustic Microscopy

This new edition follows growing demand for copies of Acoustic microscopy, the original print run having become exhausted. Almost all of the original edition is reproduced without change, except for a small number of corrections and some minor additions. Of the errors in the first edition, the most mysterious was the renumbering of Newton’s laws on their transmission from Cambridge to Ox…

Ablative thermal protection systems modeling

For one area discussed in this book, namely the modeling of phenomena, the sum of physical knowledge is broad. It includes (from microscopic to macroscopic) atomic physics, thermodynamics, gas kinetics, radiative transfer, physical and chemical reactions (both homogeneous and heterogeneous), fluid mechanics, and turbulence applied to previously studied areas, such as rough walls. There are, of …

A Theory of Ether, Particles Andatoms: Introduction to the Reform of Modern …

This work is the result of the research which I started independently late in the 60s in Russia and since August 1992 have proceeded with abroad. The subject of the research was initially chosen to be Systems Theory, because it seemed rather close to the theory of communications, the then field of my occupation, on the one hand, and because it sounded intriguing enough and worth attempting at, …

Positivity of an explicit Runge–Kutta method

This paper deals with the numerical solution of initial value problems (IVPs), for systems of ordinary differential equations (ODEs), by an explicit fourth-order Runge–Kutta method (we will refer to it as the classical fourth-order method) with special nonlinear stability property indicated by the positivity. Stepsize conditions, guaranteeing this property based on general theory,have been st…

Comparative study of PEM fuel cell parameter extraction using Genetic Algorithm

In this paper, a new formulation based on the derivative of maximum power with respect to current is proposed for fuel cell parameter extraction. Compared to conventional extraction methods, the proposed method has various features such as faster convergence, higher efficiency and accuracy. In this work, the problem of parameter extraction is formulated as an optimization task and it is solved …

A new analytical technique for strongly nonlinear damped forced systems

Combining the general Struble’s technique and homotopy perturbation method, an analytical technique has been presented to determine approximate solutions of strongly nonlinear differential systems with severe damping effect in the presence of an external force. The method is illustrated by examples. The approximate solutions show a good coincidence with corresponding numerical solution (consi…

Meshless method for the numerical solution of the Fokker–Planck equation

In this paper numerical meshless method for solving Fokker–Planck equation is considered. This meshless method is based on multiquadric radial basis function and collocation method to approximate the solution. Here we apply h-weighted finite difference method. The stability analysis of the method is dealt with, using a linearized stability method. Numerical examples illustrate the validity an…

Dynamic control modeling and simulation of a UPFC–SMES compensator in power…

Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) is granting a new group of advanced power electronic devices emerging for the enhancement of the power system performance. Unified Power Flow Controller (UPFC) is a recent version of FACTS devices for power system applications. The back-up energy supply system incorporated with UPFC is providing a complete control of real and reactive power at the same t…

Analytical modeling of threshold voltage for Cylindrical Gate All Around (CGA…

In this paper, an analytical threshold voltage model is proposed for a cylindrical gate-allaround (CGAA) MOSFET by solving the 2-D Poisson’s equation in the cylindrical coordinate system. A comparison is made for both the center and the surface potential model of CGAA MOSFET. This paper claims that the calculation of threshold voltage using center potential is more accurate rather than the ca…

Evolution of informal settlements upgrading strategies in Egypt: From neglige…

The issue of informal settlements represents a key challenge not only in Egypt, but also worldwide. A review of informal settlements upgrading policies shows that governments have moved away from eradication policies to provision, enabling and participatory policies. This shift was motivated by the recognition that informal settlements were not a problem but a solution stimulated by the society…

Performance analysis of Arithmetic Mean method in determining peak junction t…

High reliability users of microelectronic devices have been derating junction temperature and other critical stress parameters to improve device reliability and extend operating life. The reliability of a semiconductor is determined by junction temperature. This paper gives a useful analysis on mathematical approach which can be implemented to predict temperature of a silicon die. The problem c…