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Maintenance and Function of Biodiversity in Forests
No full textThe reprint of the databases will be in the same format as the original, which is a tabular CSV for easy data import and analysis. As for the flyer, we will keep the A4 size but change the layout to be more visually appealing. The color scheme will also be adjusted to match our new brand image
Grenseløs idrett: Studier av risiko, spenning og makt i norsk idrett
No full textSport Unlimited takes you to the front lines where sport is pushing physical, technological and ethical boundaries. What happens when winters are becoming warmer and the snow melts under skis, when artificial intelligence analyzes athletes' performances in real time, or when video refereeing overrules the referee on the field? What are the costs of a sport that knows no boundaries? The contributors to this anthology show how shifting boundaries affect athletes, managers and organizations in sports. The book contains empirical studies of issues ranging from technological innovation in elite sport and power plays within international sporting events, to risk and sportisation in nature-based sports. Readers will also find critical analyses demonstrating how sport mirrors and motivates social change through technological advances and institutional shifts. This book will be relevant for students, researchers, coaches and leaders seeking to delve into sport’s role in an era of rapid change and increasing complexity. Sport Unlimited provides knowledge and asks the questions necessary for an informed and nuanced discussion of the future of sport
Bio-Inspired Soft Robotics
No full textThe field of soft robotics has witnessed a remarkable surge in interest and innovation over the past decade, with bio-inspiration playing a pivotal role in driving forward the de-sign, fabrication, and applications of these adaptable and resilient robotic systems. This reprint, titled Bio-Inspired Soft Robotics: Design, Fabrication and Applications, compiles ten cutting-edge articles that showcase the latest advancements and diverse applications in this burgeoning field. These contributions highlight the multifaceted ways in which nature’s ingenuity can be harnessed to create soft robots that are not only highly functional but also capable of operating in complex and dynamic environment
Towards the Olympian Gods
No full textThis book draws on extensive research into Baroque ceiling painting in Bohemia and Moravia. Three case studies of residential decoration present different representational strategies used by 17th century noblemen. Emphasis is placed on the way that social changes brought about by the Thirty Year’s War and the Battle of White Mountain altered the historical circumstances of artistic patronage in Central Europe. The formal models inspiring 17th century artistic production are explored in detail – the influence and appropriation of sources from Italy, France, the Low Countries and Central Europe – and it is shown that appropriation was never mere imitation, but was mediated by the representational strategies of the nobility in specific historical circumstances
Chapter Il ruolo dei morfotipi nei processi di pianificazione in ambito rurale. Il caso di Reggello (Firenze)
No full textThe here collected contributions relating to the 46th International Conference of the Representation Disciplines Teachers, organized jointly by Sapienza University of Rome, Roma Tre University, and San Raffaele Roma University, aim to offer the scientific community a reflection on the theoretical and methodological aspects related to the concept of èkphrasis, a term that, in the field of representation, concerns descriptive, analogical, and digital activities that generate new knowledge in several areas of application. The Conference aims to place at the center of the discussion an interpretation of the concept of research that, without neglecting an idea of study, protection, and enhancement of environmental and cultural heritage, focuses on the needs of contemporary society and its possible developments, making use of innovative theoretical, methodological, and operational activities, including those characterized by an interdisciplinary approach. According to this interpretation, research can also be seen as a foreshadowing of the definition and testing of experimental proposals aimed at exploring new areas of investigation: this opens up imaginative and utopian perspectives in the relationship between the sciences, the arts, and the disciplines that contribute to common goals, through the experimentation of methods, techniques, and languages for conceiving, prefiguring, designing, and representing
Chapter Modelli proiettivi in dialogo nella prospettiva di Vignola
No full textThe here collected contributions relating to the 46th International Conference of the Representation Disciplines Teachers, organized jointly by Sapienza University of Rome, Roma Tre University, and San Raffaele Roma University, aim to offer the scientific community a reflection on the theoretical and methodological aspects related to the concept of èkphrasis, a term that, in the field of representation, concerns descriptive, analogical, and digital activities that generate new knowledge in several areas of application. The Conference aims to place at the center of the discussion an interpretation of the concept of research that, without neglecting an idea of study, protection, and enhancement of environmental and cultural heritage, focuses on the needs of contemporary society and its possible developments, making use of innovative theoretical, methodological, and operational activities, including those characterized by an interdisciplinary approach. According to this interpretation, research can also be seen as a foreshadowing of the definition and testing of experimental proposals aimed at exploring new areas of investigation: this opens up imaginative and utopian perspectives in the relationship between the sciences, the arts, and the disciplines that contribute to common goals, through the experimentation of methods, techniques, and languages for conceiving, prefiguring, designing, and representing
Phase Change Materials for Building Energy Applications
No full textUsing phase-change materials (PCMs) in buildings represents a promising strategy to improve energy efficiency, reduce heating and cooling demands, and support sustainability goals. This Reprint compiles recent advances in the design, modeling, and application of PCMs across diverse building systems and components. Topics include PCM integration in façade panels, energy-storage flooring, glazing systems, nanogrid configurations, and novel materials such as carbon aerogels. Together, these studies offer suggestions for innovative technologies and solutions to address the current global energy and climate crises, emphasizing the vital role that sustainable, energy-efficient buildings play in this endeavor
Power System Analysis Control and Operation
No full textWith the increasing integration of renewable energy resources (RERs), energy storage resources (ESRs), and electric vehicles (EVs), power system operation has become more complex. Demand response mechanisms, enabling end-users to manage electricity usage during peak hours, add another layer of sophistication to energy management. Additionally, sector coupling, which bridges energy supply and end-use sectors, is gaining global attention as a method to enhance system efficiency, flexibility, and reliability. The reprint of the Special Issue "Power System Analysis, Control, and Operation" addresses the growing challenges and innovations in modern and future power systems. It compiles advanced research on topics such as power grid operation, optimal power flows, and the integration of RERs, ESRs, EVs, and distributed energy resources. It also explores data analytics, forecasting methods, and strategies for improving grid sustainability, reliability, and resilience. Studies on cross-sector coordination, such as the interaction between power and transportation systems, and sector coupling solutions further emphasize the need for innovative approaches to energy system integration. The collection offers valuable insights for researchers, professionals, and policymakers working to address technical challenges, close research gaps, and advance the design of smart, sustainable energy systems in an increasingly interconnected world
Chapter Sotto dettatura: lo spazio vuoto tra le parole e le immagini
No full textThe here collected contributions relating to the 46th International Conference of the Representation Disciplines Teachers, organized jointly by Sapienza University of Rome, Roma Tre University, and San Raffaele Roma University, aim to offer the scientific community a reflection on the theoretical and methodological aspects related to the concept of èkphrasis, a term that, in the field of representation, concerns descriptive, analogical, and digital activities that generate new knowledge in several areas of application. The Conference aims to place at the center of the discussion an interpretation of the concept of research that, without neglecting an idea of study, protection, and enhancement of environmental and cultural heritage, focuses on the needs of contemporary society and its possible developments, making use of innovative theoretical, methodological, and operational activities, including those characterized by an interdisciplinary approach. According to this interpretation, research can also be seen as a foreshadowing of the definition and testing of experimental proposals aimed at exploring new areas of investigation: this opens up imaginative and utopian perspectives in the relationship between the sciences, the arts, and the disciplines that contribute to common goals, through the experimentation of methods, techniques, and languages for conceiving, prefiguring, designing, and representing
Effects of Ionizing Radiation in Cancer Radiotherapy
No full textFor a long time, it was widely accepted that the biological effects of ionizing radiation such as cell death, DNA damage, and mutagenesis result from the direct ionization of cell structures, particularly DNA, or from indirect damage through reactive oxygen species produced by water radiolysis. This “targeted effect” (TE) model has been questioned by numerous observations, in which cells, that were not directly irradiated, exhibited responses similar to those of directly irradiated cells. Therefore, it is now accepted that the detrimental effects of ionizing radiation are not restricted only to irradiated cells, but also to non-irradiated adjacent or distant cells. The non-targeted effects (NTEs) of ionizing radiation, which include genomic instability, radiation-induced bystander effects, and abscopal effects, are defined as the occurrence of biological effects in non-irradiated cells because of the irradiation of other cells in the population. In opposition with TE, that display a linear dose–response, NTEs exhibit a non-linear dose–response, with a marked effect at low doses of radiation. The related cellular and molecular mechanisms of NTEs are still not completely understood, as they are mainly dependent on the cell type and the radiation quality. I am pleased to share with you this Special Issue on the "Targeted and non-targeted effects of ionizing radiation in the context of cancer radiotherapy"