scholarly journals New Perspectives on Predicting and Modifying Cognition in Older Adulthood

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 867-867
Author(s):  
Allison Bielak
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Aging ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Activity Engagement ◽  
Older Adulthood ◽  
Dementia Risk ◽  
Critical Issues ◽  
Cognitive Speed ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Past Activity

Abstract The underlying theme of my research is to advance our understanding of cognitive aging through early detection of cognitive decline and the promotion of positive lifestyle factors. I will present my past and recent work that uses new perspectives to predict and modify cognition with older age, specifically focusing on intraindividual variability in cognitive speed, and lifestyle activity engagement. This includes examining the utility of variability in cognitive speed, usually a predictor of decline, instead as a predictor of cognitive plasticity following activity interventions. Further, the association between activity engagement and later cognitive ability and dementia risk is more complex than first appears. I will present research that looks at critical issues about the activity-cognition relation from a different perspective, including unique frameworks investigating the ideal way to measure activity, and the duration of how long past activity can potentially impact cognition. Finally, I will discuss my future research directions.

Emergency inventory management for disasters—A review

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 269 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eren Erman Ozguven, PhD ◽  
Kaan Ozbay, PhD
Keyword(s):  
Inventory Management ◽  
Classification Scheme ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Related Literature ◽  
Academic Literature ◽  
Critical Issues ◽  
Comprehensive Search ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Delivery Options

There has been a recent surge in the publication of academic literature examining various aspects of emergency inventory management for disasters. This article contains a timely literature review of these studies, beginning with an exposition of the characteristics of storage and delivery options for emergency supplies, with a particular emphasis on the differences between emergency inventories and conventional inventory management. Using a novel classification scheme and a comprehensive search of the inventory-related literature, an overview of the emergency inventory management studies is also presented. Finally, based on this extensive review, a discussion is presentedbased on the critical issues and key findings related to the emergency inventory management field, and include suggestions for future research directions.

Child protection practice with families affected by parental substance use

2004 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 11-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erla Hallgrimsdottir ◽  
Karen Healy ◽  
Henrietta Foulds
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Child Protection ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Critical Issues ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Parental Substance Use ◽  
Support Work

This paper reports on a study of child protection practice in a non-government child protection organisation in inner Sydney. The purpose of the study was to explore workers ‘perceptions of critical issues in child protection and family support work in families affected by parental substance use. The findings raise issues about prevalence of substance use issues in child protection work, the risks posed to workers in this domain of practice, and the importance of improved co-operation amongst agencies involved with these families affected by parental substance use. Future research directions for improving child protection and family support practice with families affected by parental substance use are considered.

scholarly journals COVID-19 Review, Analysis and Future Research Directions: Implications for Marketers

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (04) ◽  
pp. 43-55
Author(s):  
Aniruddha Pangarkar ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Consumer Satisfaction ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Sustainable Competitive Advantage ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Critical Issues ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Conceptual Paper ◽  
New Consumer ◽  
The Impact

Purpose: The purpose of this conceptual paper is to analyze, review, and articulate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on marketers. While scholars have explored the impact of the pandemic on marketing, extant research on this topic has been disparate, unstructured, and disconnected. This paper addresses that need and contributes to the literature. Design/Methodology/Approach: This is a conceptual paper that addresses the impact of the pandemic caused to firms and retailers, and provides them with innovative and strategic directions to achieve a blueprint for success. Findings: The paper endeavors to address how e-commerce, digital technologies and tools, educational technology platforms, omnichannel strategies, corporate social responsibility strategies, and the ascendancy of minimalistic consumption can shape, boost, and bolster firm strategies through leveraging innovation and co-creation, leading to a long-term sustainable competitive advantage. Practical Implications: The paper provides guidelines and insights to firms and retailers regarding new consumer paradigms and areas, such as co-creation, minimalistic consumption, and e-commerce and digital technologies, that are particularly important in the pandemic era. In doing so, the paper provides relevant actionable, practical, and pragmatic implications for managers at firms, along with future research directions for scholars and academicians. Originality: This is one of the first conceptual papers that holistically and comprehensively addresses several germane issues that are faced by firms and retailers in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The paper not only identifies these critical issues, but it also provides directions for growth, along with recommendations on how firms can better invest their resources in pertinent areas that provide consumer satisfaction, thereby leading to success.

Ventilation and Air Conditioning in Tunnels and Underground Stations

2016 ◽  
pp. 580-604
Author(s):  
Frederic Waymel ◽  
Christophe Butaud
Keyword(s):  
Air Conditioning ◽  
Ventilation System ◽  
Emergency Operation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Emergency Situations ◽  
Longitudinal Ventilation ◽  
Critical Issues ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Air Conditioning Systems

This chapter is an overview of the state of the art and advanced principles in the field of ventilation and air conditioning (AC) in tunnels and underground stations. The first part is dedicated to the background which deals with the design objectives that are generally retained for normal and emergency operation of underground rail projects. The second part provides solutions and recommendations of ventilation and AC strategies that can be used in metro and rail projects. Advantages and drawbacks of the proposed solutions are also discussed. The main parameters that can influence the design are introduced in this section. The possibility of using draught relief shaft is detailed. Advantages of Platform Screen doors and heat sink effects are also described. Various cooling technologies of station air conditioning systems are presented. Critical issues when designing longitudinal ventilation system for tunnel emergency situations are also discussed. The last part is a short list of future research directions in the field of cooling / heating production for air conditioning systems.

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