Global trends in aviation – new research directions

For more than two decades, the aviation world is revolving around one idea: reducing the impact on the environment. Although each action taken now, each strategy, each programme make reference to the decisions taken within the United Nation Conference on Climate Change, in Paris, in 2015, aviation community has recognized the environment and the climate change as a major challenge for aeronautics and air transport since the publication of Vision 2020 (European Commission, [1]) in January 2001. This document set the agenda for the European aeronautics ambition to better serve society’s need and all the Strategic Research Agendas that followed – SRA1 (published in October 2002), SRA 2 (published in October 2004), 2008 Addendum to the SRA and the more recently Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 they all are addressing the “Challenge of environment” in SRA 1 and SRA 2 or in SRIA 1 and 2 identifying one of the big five challenges to 2050 – “Protecting the environment and the energy supply”. The concern for protecting the environment is not new, the only.

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Reflections on the biochemistry ofEchinococcus: past, present and future

Parasitology ◽

10.1017/s0031182009005666 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 136 (12) ◽

pp. 1643-1652 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

D. P. McMANUS

Keyword(s):

Hydatid Disease ◽

Biochemical Analysis ◽

Species Variation ◽

Research Directions ◽

Future Studies ◽

Tegumental Surface ◽

Research Areas ◽

General Metabolism ◽

New Research ◽

The Impact

SUMMARYThis review discusses 5 of my earliest papers on the biochemistry of larvalEchinococcuspublished inParasitologyin the 1970s and 1980s. Two of the publications consider aspects of the basic biochemistry, intermediary metabolism and the regulation of respiratory pathways inE. granulosusandE. multilocularis, and emphasize the existence of inter- and intra-species variation in their general metabolism. The third reports on the detailed biochemical analysis of the tegumental surface of the protoscolex ofE. granulosus, and the final 2 papers describe the genomic cloning ofEchinococcusDNA fragments and their use, along with other DNA markers, in molecular identification ofE. granulosusisolates collected worldwide from areas endemic for hydatid disease. A number of years have elapsed since these publications inParasitologyand, in this Centenary Issue article, I reflect briefly on some of the subsequent studies undertaken in these research areas that have advanced the field. As well, I provide brief insight on new research directions, emphasizing the impact of molecular biology and associated techniques on future studies ofEchinococcusand hydatid disease.

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How Work Experiences Drive Personality Change: The Impact of Work, Organisational, Societal and International Environment

10.1332/policypress/9781529207552.003.0003 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 33-62

Author(s):

Ying Wang ◽

Chia-Huei Wu

Keyword(s):

Social Psychology ◽

Personality Change ◽

Work Experiences ◽

Research Directions ◽

International Environment ◽

Key Drivers ◽

New Research ◽

The Impact ◽

Work And Employment

This chapter focuses on occurring changes in individuals’ personality as a result of their work and employment experiences, and of the socialising pressure of norm demands during these experiences. This chapter starts from a brief review of traditions in organisational and social psychology on the study of work and personality change. Then, it presents a holistic framework to identify key drivers in work, organisational and societal environment and discuss how they could act as proximal and distal drivers for personality change. In developing this framework, existing literature is reviewed and new research directions are proposed, to advance the understanding of work and personality change.

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The impact of anonymous, two-way, computer-mediated communication on perceived whistleblower credibility

Information Technology and People ◽

10.1108/itp-03-2019-0138 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Jacob A. Young ◽

James F. Courtney ◽

Rebecca J. Bennett ◽

Timothy Selwyn Ellis ◽

Clay Posey

Keyword(s):

Computer Mediated Communication ◽

Empirical Support ◽

Mediated Communication ◽

Research Directions ◽

Content Type ◽

Computer Mediated ◽

Reporting Systems ◽

New Research ◽

The Impact ◽

Practical Implications

PurposeThe purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of two-way, computer-mediated communication on investigator perceptions of whistleblower credibility.Design/methodology/approachInvestigators were recruited to participate in an online experiment that tasked subjects with evaluating simulated two-way, computer-mediated communication between an investigator and whistleblower. Several rival explanations were also examined to account for potential confounds.FindingsWhile anonymous whistleblowers were perceived to be less credible than identified whistleblowers when reporting via one-way communication, perceived whistleblower credibility was not statistically different when using two-way communication. Further, investigators allocated statistically similar amounts to investigate anonymous and identified reports.Research limitations/implicationsBased upon the results of this study, several new research directions can be explored with respect to maintaining anonymity, assessing credibility and designing reporting systems.Practical implicationsThe results support the use of anonymous, two-way communication in whistleblowing reporting systems. Anonymous whistleblowers would benefit from the ability to maintain an active dialogue with investigators without jeopardizing their safety or the investigation.Social implicationsThis study provides empirical support for strengthening whistleblowing reporting channels through the adoption of anonymous, two-way, computer-mediated communication. Doing so can better preserve the anonymity of those willing to report wrongdoing and better protect them from potential retaliation.Originality/valueThis study is among the first to empirically test the longstanding theory that anonymous reports are perceived by investigators as less credible than those from identified individuals. This study is also among the first to consider and incorporate anonymous, two-way communication in whistleblowing reporting.

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Advanced Materials Based on Nanosized Hydroxyapatite

Molecules ◽

10.3390/molecules26113190 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 26 (11) ◽

pp. 3190

Author(s):

Ramón Rial ◽

Michael González-Durruthy ◽

Zhen Liu ◽

Juan M. Ruso

Keyword(s):

Machine Learning ◽

Advanced Materials ◽

Computational Techniques ◽

New Materials ◽

Research Directions ◽

Advantages And Disadvantages ◽

Technological Advances ◽

Nanosized Hydroxyapatite ◽

New Research ◽

The Impact

The development of new materials based on hydroxyapatite has undergone a great evolution in recent decades due to technological advances and development of computational techniques. The focus of this review is the various attempts to improve new hydroxyapatite-based materials. First, we comment on the most used processing routes, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. We will now focus on other routes, less common due to their specificity and/or recent development. We also include a block dedicated to the impact of computational techniques in the development of these new systems, including: QSAR, DFT, Finite Elements of Machine Learning. In the following part we focus on the most innovative applications of these materials, ranging from medicine to new disciplines such as catalysis, environment, filtration, or energy. The review concludes with an outlook for possible new research directions.

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Editorial: Introducing the IMPACT Journal and its First Issue

International Modern Perspectives in Academia and Community Today ◽

10.36949/impact.v1i1.46 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Chrysi Kyratsou ◽

Cathrinea McNulty Burrows ◽

Hoa Nguyen ◽

Heather E. Barry ◽

Lilian Simones

Keyword(s):

Social Relations ◽

Community Involvement ◽

Research Directions ◽

The Social ◽

Multidisciplinary Working ◽

Collaborative Working ◽

Short And Long Term ◽

New Research ◽

The Impact

Welcome to this, the first issue of the International Modern Perspectives on Academia and Community Today (IMPACT) Journal. In creating this Journal and producing this first issue we have proven that multidisciplinary working is possible. Moreover, we have shown that as academics, we have the power to challenge the norms and work in innovative ways within the contexts of our institutions. Thinking and working in innovative ways reflects on our practices as we reimagine our work and role in working with the community. Through the creation of a multidisciplinary Journal, we intend to provide a platform that will not only host approaches used in various disciplines but will also act as a merging point by putting forward perspectives from the communities alongside academic work. In doing so, we hope to promote new forms of dialogue, which have the potential to generate new research directions, and help cement the notion that academia and community are intertwined rather than separate entities within the social relations. The purpose of academic practice is to serve the needs of the community as both members of the community and academics who adopt an advocacy standpoint. Therefore, we hope that through the collaborative working practices underpinning this initiative we can achieve our aim to promote community involvement and engagement and meaningful contribution in the short and long term.

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Journalists and Open Access

Advances in Library and Information Science - Open Access Implications for Sustainable Social, Political, and Economic Development ◽

10.4018/978-1-7998-5018-2.ch003 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 47-63

Author(s):

Emmanuel Frank Elia

Keyword(s):

Climate Change ◽

Sustainable Development ◽

Open Access ◽

Climate Change Adaptation ◽

Information Resources ◽

Global Trends ◽

Climate Change Information ◽

Access Information ◽

The Impact

This chapter explores the role of open access in promoting climate change adaptation and sustainable development. It reviews global trends of journalists' access to information and specifically discusses Tanzania journalists' access to and use of climate change information. The chapter further assesses the impact of journalists' access to open information resources in adapting to climate change and promote sustainable development. The chapter also discusses the challenges journalists encounter in accessing and using open access information resources. It further recommends solutions to the raised challenges and suggests areas for further research. The chapter concludes by giving insights on major issues of concern on open access.

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Journalists and Open Access

10.4018/978-1-6684-3686-8.ch039 ◽

2022 ◽

pp. 799-816

Author(s):

Emmanuel Frank Elia

Keyword(s):

Climate Change ◽

Sustainable Development ◽

Open Access ◽

Climate Change Adaptation ◽

Information Resources ◽

Global Trends ◽

Climate Change Information ◽

Access Information ◽

The Impact

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A Systematic Review of Reliability Studies on Composite Power Systems: A Coherent Taxonomy Motivations, Open Challenges, Recommendations, and New Research Directions

Energies ◽

10.3390/en11092417 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 11 (9) ◽

pp. 2417 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Hamza Abunima ◽

Jiashen Teh ◽

Ching-Ming Lai ◽

Hussein Jabir

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Power Systems ◽

New Technologies ◽

Reliability Evaluation ◽

Renewable Energy Resources ◽

Research Directions ◽

Practical Applications ◽

Wind Power Integration ◽

New Research ◽

The Impact

Power systems has been subjected to significant upgrades in terms of structure and capacity. Reliability evaluation of composite power systems has surfaced as an essential step in operation and planning stages of the modern power system. It is an effective tool to investigate the ability of power systems to supply customers with reliable power service. The purpose of this review is to enhance the knowledge of reliability studies conducted on composite power systems by providing a critical and systematic review. This work investigates peer-reviewed articles published between 2007 and 2017 in three reliable databases. The findings reveal that the reliability of composite power systems has received considerable attention over the last few years. Secondly, investigation studies demonstrated a crucial role in verifying the impact of adopting new technologies. Third, studies on this topic have been intensively conducted in Asia, which highlights the promising sectors in these regions. However, researchers have generally focused on developing several aspects (e.g., evaluation speed and wind power integration) at the expense of others (e.g., realistic studies and other renewable energy resources). The lack of practical applications is evident in the surveyed publications. These findings imply a potential incoordination between the needs of the real applications and researchers’ tendencies. Future reliability evaluation scholars are advised to consider the findings of this systematic review including concentrating on insufficiently covered topics and enhance the coordination among the efforts devoted in this area.

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The effect of climate change damages on agriculture, forestry and fisheries in ASEAN countries

IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science ◽

10.1088/1755-1315/905/1/012120 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 905 (1) ◽

pp. 012120

Author(s):

R M Indriawati ◽

D Prasetyani

Keyword(s):

Climate Change ◽

Environmental Sustainability ◽

Large Scale ◽

Volcanic Eruptions ◽

Progressive Increase ◽

Household Waste ◽

Vision 2020 ◽

Agricultural Insurance ◽

Impact Of Climate Change ◽

The Impact

Abstract Countries in ASEAN region have a significant potential for the impact of climate change disruption and disasters such as El Nino, La Nina, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, floods, tropical storms, landslides, and CO2 emissions. The ASEAN Secretariat recorded a progressive increase in CO2 emission levels of around 61% from 2014 to 2025, more than 90% of transboundary haze from the expansion of large-scale commercial plantations, accumulation of plastic waste and household waste that cannot be properly recycled. The contribution of agriculture, forestry and fisheries is also relatively varied. Geographical conditions, policy orientations of each government, structure of production inputs including human resource competence and technology are thought to determine the adverse effects of climate change on the agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sectors. This study focuses on the impact of climate change on the agriculture, fisheries, and forestry sectors in the ASEAN region. The analytical framework is adapted to the ASEAN Vision 2020 and ASEAN Vision 2021. In addition, a deeper analysis of several climate change impact control instruments such as polluter pays, agricultural insurance, agri-environment climate schemes and payments for environmental services will also be studied. These instruments are directed to achieve environmental sustainability in the ASEAN region.

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