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Navigating Through Crisis
No full textThis open access book explores the socio-economic challenges and recovery efforts in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Myanmar during the COVID-19 pandemic. It focuses on the pandemic’s wide-ranging impacts, particularly on individuals, households, and small and medium-sized enterprises across key sectors such as agriculture, garment manufacturing, and tourism. The analysis incorporates cross-cutting themes, including gender disparities and social protection, highlighting the uneven effects on different demographics. The book also discusses the policy responses adopted by these countries to mitigate socio-economic challenges. It examines the mechanisms employed during policy implementation, identifying key lessons for managing crises in the region. The book aims for a diverse audience, including students, researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners. Offering evidence-based insights, this volume is an important resource for understanding crisis management and policy development in the context of developing countries
Postwachstum gestalten
No full textWelche Antworten findet Design auf die Krisen der Gegenwart? Merle Ibach schaut auf Projektgemeinschaften, die mit Kreativitätstechniken, DIY-Praktiken und Open-Source-Prototyping an einer Vision jenseits des Wachstums arbeiten. Aus designethnografischer Perspektive zeigt sie, wie sich die Gemeinschaften körperlich und sinnlich mit den sozio-materiellen Anforderungen einer künftigen Postwachstumsgesellschaft vertraut machen. Die Beobachtungen zeigen anschaulich, wie das Machen, Denken und Fühlen einer Low-Tech-Zukunft aussehen kann – für Gestalter*innen, Zukunftsinteressierte und alle, die verstehen wollen, wie mit Hammer, 3D-Drucker und Buntstift kollektives Krisenwissen entsteht
Bildung in Zeiten von Antifeminismus
No full textDie Thematisierung von geschlechtlicher und sexueller Vielfalt wird seit den 2010er Jahren zunehmend bekämpft. Vor dem Hintergrund einer queertheoretischen Reformulierung von Bildung widmet sich die Arbeit einer Diskursanalyse der Debatte um den ‚Bildungsplan 2015‘, die den Beginn der neuen antifeministischen Welle markiert. Mit den gewonnenen Erkenntnissen setzt das Buch neue Maßstäbe an demokratieverpflichtete Reflexionen zu Bildung und Erziehung.; Since the 2010s, the thematisation of gender and sexual diversity has been increasingly combated. Against the backdrop of a queer-theoretical reformulation of education, this work analyses the discourse surrounding the ‘2015 Education Plan’, which marks the beginning of the new anti-feminist wave. With the insights gained, the book sets new standards for reflections on education and upbringing that are committed to democracy
Process Monitoring, Fault Diagnosis, and Tolerant Control for Complex Industrial Systems
No full textThis open access book details fault diagnosis, prognosis, and tolerant control for complex industrial systems. It is also dedicated to Professor Steven X. Ding for his retirement. This book proposes data-driven quality-related fault diagnosis schemes based on space projection for linear/nonlinear systems. It also introduces credible and efficient fault prognosis techniques for complex industrial systems. It combines fault detection and re-configuration toward the design of fault-tolerant control methods. It will be a useful reference for students and researchers working on fault diagnosis
Wasserstoff im Energiesystem
No full textWasserstoff ist ein vielversprechender Träger für eine saubere, nachhaltige Energieversorgung. Doch warum sollte »grüner« Wasserstoff eingesetzt werden? Wo soll er herkommen und wie soll er verwendet werden? Welche technischen, rechtlichen, ökonomischen und gesellschaftlichen Akzeptanzfragen sind damit verbunden? Die Beiträger*innen geben einen interdisziplinären Überblick über das Thema Wasserstoff und blicken dabei auch auf die langfristigen Auswirkungen. Dazu bringen sie unterschiedliche fachliche Perspektiven zusammen und schaffen ein Gesamtbild, das auch für Laien gut verständlich ist
Advanced and Emerging Marine Engineering Technologies
No full textThis open access book presents cutting-edge research from the 2024 3rd International Joint Conference on Civil and Marine Engineering (JCCME 2024), held in Jeju Island, South Korea. It offers focused insights into advanced technologies in the design, construction, and maintenance of marine structures, the development of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly transportation systems, and the enhancement of safety measures and disaster prevention strategies, including topics such as maritime sensor technologies, coastal mechanics, mechatronics under subsea environments, and strategic maritime planning. This volume aims to address the growing need for innovative solutions in civil and marine engineering, meeting the challenges of sustainability, safety, and efficiency amidst environmental and technological changes. By presenting novel techniques, advanced computational methods, and innovative applications, it sets out to solve complex problems in the field and shape a greener future. Targeted towards researchers, academics, industry professionals, and policymakers in the fields of civil and marine engineering, this book serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and solutions in this ever-evolving field
Ensuring Ecological Connectivity in Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS)
No full textThis open access book sheds new light on the critical role of socio-ecological production landscapes and seascapes (SEPLS) in ensuring and enhancing ecological connectivity. Through a compilation of diverse case studies, it presents how integrated landscape and seascape management can support biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation and adaptation, and sustainable development. The chapters cover topics such as sustainable agricultural practices, forest protection, community involvement, and the preservation of traditional knowledge. It also includes the empowerment of communities to govern their natural resources, as seen in the Asunafo-Asutifi landscape of Ghana, and the integration of traditional wisdom with modern ecological practices in Nan’an. The book also investigates the potential of community forests in Thailand and the management of biocultural heritage territories in Kenya to enhance ecological connectivity. Readers will discover how these approaches contribute to the conservation of biodiversity and the sustainable management of natural resources. Expert contributors delve into the challenges and opportunities of maintaining ecological connectivity in various regions, from Ghana's cocoa landscapes to Colombia’s tropical dry enclave. Readers will explore innovative approaches to balancing livelihoods with environmental sustainability, highlighting the importance of local and regional perspectives. This volume is essential for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in fields such as landscape ecology, environmental governance, and sustainable development. It provides valuable insights into effective strategies for operationalizing ecological connectivity in spatial planning and management. By showcasing practical examples from around the world, this book serves as a vital resource for anyone committed to fostering resilient social-ecological systems and thriving communities
Transdisziplinäre Arbeitsforschung im Dialog
No full textWie funktioniert Forschung, wenn Wissenschaft und Praxis auf Augenhöhe kooperieren? Die Beiträger*innen liefern einen systematischen Überblick über Ansätze, Methoden und Herausforderungen transdisziplinärer Forschung – insbesondere im Feld der Arbeitsforschung. Dazu verknüpfen sie disziplinäre Perspektiven mit praktischen Erfahrungen und analysieren Gelingensbedingungen, Förderstrukturen und institutionelle Rahmen. Die Beiträge aus unterschiedlichen Fachrichtungen richten sich an Forschende, Lehrende, Studierende sowie Akteur*innen an der Schnittstelle von Gesellschaft und Wissenschaft und zeigen, was Transdisziplinarität jenseits idealtypischer Konzepte bedeuten kann
Stealing from the Gods
No full textStealing from the Gods investigates how authors writing between the first century BCE and second century CE addressed the issue of temple robbery or sacrilegium. As a self-proclaimed empire of pious people, the Romans viewed temple robbery as deeply un-Roman and among the worst of offenses. On the other hand, given the constant financial pressures of warfare and administration, it was inevitable that the Romans would make use of the riches stored in sanctuaries. In order to resolve this dilemma, the Romans distinguished sharply between acceptable and unacceptable removals of sacred property. When those who conducted themselves as proper Romans plundered the property of the gods, their actions were for the good of the state. In contrast, the temple robber was viewed as a stranger to the norms of Roman society and an enemy of the state. Ancient authors including Cicero, Caesar, Livy, Appian, and Pausanias present isolated, grotesque individuals whose actions have no bearing on the conduct of Romans as a whole, rendering temple robbery not a matter of collective responsibility, but of individual moral failure. By revealing how narratives of temple robbery are constructed from a literary perspective and how they inform discourses about military conquest and imperial rule, Isabel K. Köster shines a new light on how the Romans coped with the more pernicious aspects of their empire
Rethinking Amazonian Cities in the State of Rondônia
No full textThis open access book examines deforestation process and proposes sustainable changes for specific Amazonian cities in the state of Rondônia. This state, located in the southwestern region of the Brazilian Amazon, presents a fascinating case for implementing sustainable urban development due to its recent history of urbanization and direct connection with deforestation. Despite the cities' relatively young ages (some are less than 60 years old) and locations in a biodiverse environment, their planning has not followed sustainable practices. Common issues in these cities include insufficient green areas, lacking sewage treatment, dense urban morphology and inadequate infrastructure of streets and highways. The chapters in this book respond to these challenges by presenting evidence, examples and novel methods for rethinking cities in the Amazon region. This book presents a range of possible approaches to urban planning that are suited to the specificities of Amazonian cities. Key solutions include green and blue urban areas, nature-based solutions and other green infrastructure techniques that provide localised benefits to specific species or communities and have wider knock-on effects. The contributors look beyond old-style urban and landscape planning to explore the unique benefits of a diverse ecosystem. Their research shows how using sustainable techniques in our cities can enhance health and protect biodiversity and ecosystem services. Given the crucial role of the Amazon region in global climate, prioritizing sustainable solutions and ecological interventions when planning Amazonian cities is especially important. These strategies can guide planners, landscape professionals and local government officials who seek novel opportunities to restore cities and enhance urban development in an integrated and responsive manner