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urbanisation

The consequences of urbanisation

In this special in-depth analysis, academic experts from the University of Cambridge explore the epidemiological interactions between rural and urban populations, the consequences of urbanisation. In addition, we also learn about the long-run epidemiological consequences of urbanisation between 1600 and 1945
specific language impairment (SLI) in children

Profound insights into specific language impairment (SLI) in children

Growing up with specific language impairment (SLI) can impact a child’s development in a number of ways, argues Professor Mabel Rice of the University of Kansas in a number of profound insights
Fujitsu PFU

Shaping tomorrow with you: How local government can benefit from document management technology

Andrew Cowling at Fujitsu Scanners explains how local government can benefit from document management technology, as well as his thoughts on GDPR-compliance.
energy-efficient buildings

Zero emission methodology for energy-efficient buildings of the future

Peder Vejsig Pedersen from Kuben Management explains how is it possible to obtain a common standard for energy-efficient buildings of the future
anaemia

The burden of anaemia: The CoMMiTMenT project

Anna Bogdanova & Lars Kaestner share their thoughts on anaemia, a serious global health burden that affects 1.6 billion people globally
digital collaboration

Public sector digital collaboration

Jason Fahy, CEO of Knowledge Hub reveals how the firm’s feature-rich digital tool-set is breaking down boundaries in the public sector and explains how organisations are increasing productivity through collaboration
Innovating Healthcare – Embracing the Future - Hitachi

Innovating Healthcare – Embracing the Future

In this analysis, Hitachi’s outlines a detailed picture of patient engagement and the strain Type 2 diabetes has placed on today’s healthcare budgets.
urban environment

Finding space for trees in the urban environment

Nina Bassuk, Urban Horticulture Institute, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY explains the importance of finding space for trees in the urban environment. She also shares her thoughts on the value of green spaces in inner cities and how we should choose the best trees for this purpose
North America Analysis

North America Analysis October 2018

Welcome to this packed October 2018 edition of North America Analysis. Heading up this publication, we are honoured to include a piece from Michael F. Huerta from the National Library of Medicine at the U.S.’s National Institutes of Health. In his article, he explores how discovery and health benefit from the intersection of data science and open science
Blockchain Innovation

Blockchain Innovation October 2018

A very warm welcome to the October 2018 Blockchain Innovation publication. This extended edition includes a number of compelling interviews from some of the leading lights in the blockchain world. I was fortunate to attend MoneyConf in Dublin earlier this year and enjoyed meeting many people there One person I...
power-to-gas

Power-to-gas: The key enabler for a CO2-neutral energy system

In this in-depth analysis from Dr Frank Graf at the DVGW Research Center at Engler-Bunte-Institute of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), we find out that the project STORE&GO demonstrates how green methane provides a keystone for the cross-sector energy transition. We also learn that Power-to-Gas (PtG) is defined as electricity from renewable sources used to split water into hydrogen and oxygen via electrolysis
cures for paediatric cancers

The quest to find cures for paediatric cancers

Ivan Stamenkovic and Nicolò Riggi from the University of Lausanne lift the lid on the quest to find cures for paediatric cancers, in this special feature
climate change adaptation

Individual solutions for each climate change adaptation challenge

In this e-book, the Climate Service Center Germany (GERICS) sets out individual solutions for climate change adaptation challenges
diabetes care and research

Diabetes care and research at The University of Salford

We find out that a course at The University of Salford aims to provide a balance between theoretical and clinical skills and develop participants’ levels of critical enquiry, so you can deliver high-quality evidence-based care to people with diabetes
Dementia care

Dementia care at The University of Salford

The Salford Institute for Dementia, based at The University of Salford aims to improve the lives of people affected by dementia, as this detailed analysis reveals
e-cigarettes

The health risks of e-cigarettes in the face of rising teen use

Pamela J. Lein, PhD, Professor of Neurotoxicology at the University of California’s Davis/School of Veterinary Medicine details the pressing need to assess the health risks of e-cigarettes in the face of rising teen use
climate adaptation

Climate adaptation in cities: The art of lateral thinking

Apl Prof. Dr Steffen Bender and Dr Markus Groth from Climate Service Centre Germany (GERICS) reveal their thoughts on how to succeed in climate adaptation at the city level, including the art of lateral thinking where this is concerned

Talent development through higher and degree apprenticeships

The Swindon & Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership shares their thoughts on talent development through higher and degree apprenticeships.
Food Parks

Food Parks – innovative production of food

SSE-C Swedish Surplus Energy Collaboration SLU provides a fascinating insight into the innovative production of food in Sweden, as well as the importance of fostering healthy environments for all people.
Global Guardians

Global Guardians – Life changing solutions

In this detailed analysis, we find out more about the life-changing solutions of Global Guardians that concern their undoubted expertise in managing and maintaining vacant properties in the UK, both commercial and residential.

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