scholarly journals High level radioactive waste and communities' risk perceptions: a case study of an on-going voluntary siting

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rawana Haymour
Keyword(s):  
Lower Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Nuclear Waste Management ◽  
Facility Siting ◽  
Nuclear Facility ◽  
Perceptions Of Risk ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
High Level ◽  
Main Factor

This study examined an on-going case study of communities that have been involved in the Nuclear Waste Management Organization‟s nuclear facility siting process. Interviews were conducted to examine whether communities no longer participating had higher perceptions of risk relative to communities that are still participating. In addition, this study examined the influence of other factors on communities to stay in the process or stop participating. Moreover, this study evaluated whether the siting process is consistent with the siting principles of a cooperative model. Results showed that eliminated communities had slightly higher risk perceptions compared to communities that are still participating. On the other hand, opted out communities had lower risk perceptions. It also showed that perceived potential benefits are the main factor controlling the communities‟ decisions at this stage. In addition, the siting process is not perfectly consistent with, but similar to a collaborative planning model at this stage.

scholarly journals High level radioactive waste and communities' risk perceptions: a case study of an on-going voluntary siting

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rawana Haymour
Keyword(s):  
Lower Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Nuclear Waste Management ◽  
Facility Siting ◽  
Nuclear Facility ◽  
Perceptions Of Risk ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
High Level ◽  
Main Factor

This study examined an on-going case study of communities that have been involved in the Nuclear Waste Management Organization‟s nuclear facility siting process. Interviews were conducted to examine whether communities no longer participating had higher perceptions of risk relative to communities that are still participating. In addition, this study examined the influence of other factors on communities to stay in the process or stop participating. Moreover, this study evaluated whether the siting process is consistent with the siting principles of a cooperative model. Results showed that eliminated communities had slightly higher risk perceptions compared to communities that are still participating. On the other hand, opted out communities had lower risk perceptions. It also showed that perceived potential benefits are the main factor controlling the communities‟ decisions at this stage. In addition, the siting process is not perfectly consistent with, but similar to a collaborative planning model at this stage.

scholarly journals HUKUM BERMAIN GAME ONLINE PLAYER UNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS (PUBG) MENURUT FATWA MPU ACEH NOMOR 3 TAHUN 2019

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-32
Author(s):  
Khairuddin; Khairuddin;
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Aggressive Behavior ◽  
Online Game ◽  
Surrounding Environment ◽  
The Law ◽  
High Level ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Collection Methods ◽  
Main Factor

This study is entitled The Law of Playing Unknown's Battle Grounds (PUBG) Game According to MPU Fatwa Aceh No. 3 of 2019 (Case Study in Gunung Meriah District, Aceh Singkil Regency). This study describes how the factors and the impact of PUBG online game play and what is the view of the MPU Aceh on the law of playing PUBG games ?. To obtain answers to these problems, the authors used three data collection methods; Observation, interview and documentation. The sample in this study was PUBG online gamers in Gunung Meriah Sub-district, Aceh Singkil District. The results of this study indicate that 25% of the community of Gunung Meriah Liking and categories are addicted to the PUBG game. The main factor of playing PUBG games. Playing hobbies online, including PUBG, can reduce boredom and stress. Games that continue to be carried out have unfavorable effects such as tend to be more lazy, addictions that are not fair, less response to the surrounding environment. In Islam, banning PUBG games is in line with the MPU Aceh fatwa no. 3 of 2019, the reason for it is forbidden to use this one game, because it contains elements of violence and brutality and the impact of changing the behavior of users becomes negative; because it has the potential to cause aggressive behavior and addiction at a high level; and contains elements of insult to Islamic symbols. because it contains elements of violence and brutality as well as negative changes in the behavior of users; because it has the potential to cause aggressive behavior and addiction at a high level; and contains elements of insult to Islamic symbols. because it contains elements of violence and brutality as well as negative changes in the behavior of users; because it has the potential to cause aggressive behavior and addiction at a high level; and contains elements of insult to Islamic symbols.

scholarly journals Non-Invasive Ambient Intelligence in Real Life: Dealing with Noisy Patterns to Help Older People

Sensors ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (14) ◽  
pp. 3113 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miguel Ángel Antón ◽  
Joaquín Ordieres-Meré ◽  
Unai Saralegui ◽  
Shengjing Sun
Keyword(s):  
Ambient Intelligence ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Machine Learning Techniques ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Noise Levels ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Learning Techniques ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
High Level

This paper aims to contribute to the field of ambient intelligence from the perspective of real environments, where noise levels in datasets are significant, by showing how machine learning techniques can contribute to the knowledge creation, by promoting software sensors. The created knowledge can be actionable to develop features helping to deal with problems related to minimally labelled datasets. A case study is presented and analysed, looking to infer high-level rules, which can help to anticipate abnormal activities, and potential benefits of the integration of these technologies are discussed in this context. The contribution also aims to analyse the usage of the models for the transfer of knowledge when different sensors with different settings contribute to the noise levels. Finally, based on the authors’ experience, a framework proposal for creating valuable and aggregated knowledge is depicted.

scholarly journals Apakah Kecukupan Pengungkapan telah Dipertimbangkan oleh Badan Pemeriksa Keuangan dalam Perumusan Opini?

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 17
Author(s):  
Muhammad Iqbal ◽  
Gudono Gudono ◽  
Irwan Taufiq Ritonga
Keyword(s):  
Pattern Matching ◽  
Testing Procedure ◽  
The Other ◽  
Financial Statement ◽  
Mandatory Disclosure ◽  
Political Pressure ◽  
Matching Technique ◽  
High Level ◽  
Main Factor

The objective of this study is to assess the disclosure level of Local Government Financial Statement (LGFS) of 2013 and 2014 that achieved unqualified opinion. This study also aims to identify the factors that caused ignorance of disclosure adequacy criteria by SAI auditor in formulating their opinion. A mandatory disclosure scoring technique was applied based on the criteria of the newest Government Compliance Index (GCI) to assess the LGFS disclosure level. This study also implemented pattern matching technique and plausible rival explanation strategy to identify the main factor that caused the case study problem. The result of scoring proves that the average of LGFS mandatory disclosure level are still low, i.e. 53.79% and 56.14% for 2013 and 2014. The pattern matching analysis reveals that SAI auditors have ignored LGFS disclosure inadequacy and decided not to modify their opinion. Meanwhile, the result of examining plausible rival explanation shows the other factors which contributed to cause problem studied, consist of insufficient implementation of disclosure testing procedure, the tolerance of high level auditors on the finding of LGFS disclosure inadequacy, and the existence of external political pressure. 

Work Life Balance Of Female Crew In The Aviation Industry: A Case Study

GIS Business ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 206-212
Author(s):  
Dr. D. Shoba ◽  
Dr. G. Suganthi
Keyword(s):  
Family Life ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Aviation Industry ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
International Airport ◽  
Work Pressure ◽  
Women Employees ◽  
High Level

Employees and employers are facing issues in work life balance. It has become a difficult domain now, because the work needs have increased due to an increase in work pressure and complexities in handling the technology. As there are drastic changes in the rules and regulations in the work scenario of the aviation industry, it makes work life balance of employees difficult and set more hurdles. Hence there are many distractions and imbalances in the life of women employees in the aviation industry working across all levels. This work pressure is creating high level of hurdles in maintaining a harmonious job and family life, especially for female aviation employees. Data is collected from 50 female crew members working at Cochin International Airport. The objective of this study is to analyze the work life balance of working females of Cochin International Airport and its influence on their personal and specialized lives. The result of the study shows that the management should frame certain policies which will help employees to have the balance among their personal and expert lives.

HALIMA KHUDAYBERDIEVA POETRY MASTERY TO USE SYMBOLS AND IMAGES

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 49-52
Author(s):  
Mehrinoz Abbosova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Deep Understanding ◽  
Artistic Representations ◽  
High Level ◽  
Main Factor

The article deals with the skill of using symbols and emblems in the poetry of the poetess Halima Khudaiberdieva. Poetry is one of the highest forms of art, and its perception requires a high level,high taste, deep understanding from the reader. The article lists important aspects of the requirements for an original poem. It is emphasized that the main factor of mystery in the poem are symbols and allusions. Some examples from the poems of the poet are given and analyzed. Through this, an attempt was made to explore the artistic representations of the poet’s poetry

Energy Consumption Pattern of Residential Buildings: Case Study of Residential Area in Batu Pahat, Johor

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Junaidah Jailani ◽  
◽  
Norsyalifa Mohamad ◽  
Muhammad Amirul Omar ◽  
Hauashdh Ali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Residential Buildings ◽  
Residential Area ◽  
Consumption Pattern ◽  
Air Conditioners ◽  
Residential Sector ◽  
Waste Energy ◽  
Main Factor ◽  
Energy Consumption Pattern

According to the National Energy Balance report released by the Energy Commission of Malaysia in 2016, the residential sector uses 21.6% of the total energy in Malaysia. Residents waste energy through inefficient energy consumption and a lack of awareness. Building occupants are considered the main factor that influences energy consumption in buildings, and to change energy consumption on an overall scale, it is crucial to change individual behaviour. Therefore, this study focused on analysing the energy consumption pattern and the behaviour of consumers towards energy consumption in their homes in the residential area of Batu Pahat, Johor. A self-administrated questionnaire approach was employed in this study. The findings of this study showed that the excessive use of air conditioners was a significant factor in the increasing electricity bills of homeowners as well as the inefficient use of electrical appliances. Also, this study determined the effect of awareness on consumer behaviour. This study recommends ways to help minimise energy consumption in the residential area.

PESTICIDE USE AND RISK PERCEPTIONS FOR HUMAN HEALTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT: A CASE STUDY OF ALGERIAN FARMERS

2020 ◽  
Vol 76 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Soudani Nafissa ◽  
Belhamra Mohammed ◽  
Toumi Khaoula
Keyword(s):  
Human Health ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Pesticide Use

scholarly journals Spatial Analysis of the Drivers, Characteristics, and Effects of Forest Fragmentation

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 3246
Author(s):  
Zoe Slattery ◽  
Richard Fenner
Keyword(s):  
Forest Fragmentation ◽  
Forest Fires ◽  
Geographical Information ◽  
Agricultural Expansion ◽  
Forest Patches ◽  
Mato Grosso ◽  
Remote Imaging ◽  
Landscape Characteristics ◽  
High Level

Building on the existing literature, this study examines whether specific drivers of forest fragmentation cause particular fragmentation characteristics, and how these characteristics can be linked to their effects on forest-dwelling species. This research uses Landsat remote imaging to examine the changing patterns of forests. It focuses on areas which have undergone a high level of a specific fragmentation driver, in particular either agricultural expansion or commodity-driven deforestation. Seven municipalities in the states of Rondônia and Mato Grosso in Brazil are selected as case study areas, as these states experienced a high level of commodity-driven deforestation and agricultural expansion respectively. Land cover maps of each municipality are created using the Geographical Information System software ArcGIS Spatial Analyst extension. The resulting categorical maps are input into Fragstats fragmentation software to calculate quantifiable fragmentation metrics for each municipality. To determine the effects that these characteristics are likely to cause, this study uses a literature review to determine how species traits affect their responses to forest fragmentation. Results indicate that, in areas that underwent agricultural expansion, the remaining forest patches became more complex in shape with longer edges and lost a large amount of core area. This negatively affects species which are either highly dispersive or specialist to core forest habitat. In areas that underwent commodity-driven deforestation, it was more likely that forest patches would become less aggregated and create disjunct core areas. This negatively affects smaller, sedentary animals which do not naturally travel long distances. This study is significant in that it links individual fragmentation drivers to their landscape characteristics, and in turn uses these to predict effects on species with particular traits. This information will prove useful for forest managers, particularly in the case study municipalities examined in this study, in deciding which species require further protection measures. The methodology could be applied to other drivers of forest fragmentation such as forest fires.

scholarly journals Perceived risk of lock-in in the front-end phase of major transportation projects

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chantal C. Cantarelli ◽  
David Oglethorpe ◽  
Bert van Wee
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Project Proposal ◽  
Implementation Phase ◽  
Perceptions Of Risk ◽  
Transportation Projects ◽  
Front End ◽  
Mediating Factor ◽  
Lock In

AbstractLock-in is defined as the tendency to continue with an inefficient decision or project proposal. The front-end phase is critical to project success, yet most studies have focused on lock-in in the implementation phase. Moreover, little is known about the way in which decision-makers perceive the risk of lock-in. In this paper we identify determinants of lock-in in the front-end phase and we reveal decision-makers’ perceptions of risk of lock-in. Our findings show that risk attitudes towards lock-in vary with the level of risk aversion. However, this is not sufficiently acute to drive the level of regret needed to avoid lock-in. This implies that decision-makers do not accurately assess the risk of lock-in and as such their risk perceptions are a mediating factor in the formation of lock-in. Based on escalation of commitment, path dependency, and prospect theory, the main contribution lies in providing a more comprehensive understanding of lock-in in the front-end phase.

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