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Beteiligt durch Unterstützte Kommunikation
No full textUnterstützte Kommunikation (UK) bietet in der Praxis und in der Wissenschaft Sozialer Arbeit Potential, um (junge) Menschen mit komplexen Beeinträchtigungen als gleichberechtigte Gesellschaftsmitglieder zu beteiligen. Dies zeigt die vorliegende qualitative Fall- und Netzwerkstudie auf, indem sie sich gezielt dem Einzelfall widmet und durch UK-Methodenanwendung nicht/kaum lautsprachlich kommunizierende junge Erwachsene mit komplexen Beeinträchtigungen zu ihren individuellen Lebenswirklichkeiten im Übergang Schule – Beruf befragt. Ziel ist es, Barrieren und Förderfaktoren der Kommunikation und der Teilhabe an Bildung/Arbeit/Beruf sowie sozialer Gemeinschaft zu ermitteln. Teilnehmende Beobachtungen, soziale Netzwerkanalysen und Befragungen naher Vertrauens- und Bezugspersonen runden das multiperspektivische Studiendesign ab. Handlungsleitende Empfehlungen für eine nachhaltige Kommunikationsunterstützung und (Aus-)Bildungsbeteiligung werden an professionelle Akteur*innen abgebender und aufnehmender (Aus-)Bildungsorte adressiert
Moral Design and Green Technology
No full textWelcome to the Anthropocene, the era in which humans have put a tangible mark on our planet. But also the era in which humans and technology have the potential to shape the necessary transitions towards a sustainable world. Technology and nature are often considered as two opposing phenomena. However, they are increasingly intertwined, for better or worse. In this book, we explore how technology and nature relate to one another in the moral design of new, green technology. This book is relevant for IT and engineering professionals, business leaders and policy makers with (green) innovation in their portfolios and students of (applied) science who are interested in either sustainable and green design of technology or in the application of technology – with an emphasis on AI and IT – to create a greener, more sustainable world. The chapters have been written by experts and leading researchers in an attractive, accessible, and practical writing style. Each chapter offers colourful examples and challenges the reader to critically think through moral decision-making and the design of innovations considering our planet’s perspective. This is a conceptual change in values. Nature should not be considered as a resource: it is the fabric of life that makes our own existence possible
The Müteferrika Press
No full textThis book provides an overview of the activity and the output of the first Turkish press in the Ottoman Empire. Known as the Müteferrika Press, it was founded in Istanbul and was operated most actively from 1726 until 1747. This volume retells the foundation story and activity of this press, focusing on its publications that were printed in Turkish but in Arabic script
The Political Theory of the Bhagavad-Gita
No full textThis book is the first systematic analysis of the Bhagavad-Gita as a work of political theory. It fills a crucial gap by comprehensively exploring the classical text, and offers insights into the enduring impact of the Gita’s ideas on Indian political ideologies, movements, and rhetoric today. This innovative volume will be of interest to scholars of political theory & philosophy, political ideologies, religious studies, and South Asian studies
Application of Remote Sensing Approaches in Geohazard Risk
No full textThis Special Issue, entitled "Application of Remote Sensing Approaches in Geohazard Risk”, aims to provide an overview of the application of various advanced remote sensing technologies in geohazard risk identification, monitoring, and mapping. It explores the potential and future prospects of these technologies in terms of enhancing geohazard risk assessment and prediction. This reprint features 10 papers from scholars worldwide, sharing their expertise and insights. We hope that these contributions will help readers to better apply remote sensing methods in geohazard risk assessment
AI Robotics
No full textArtificial intelligence (AI) robots can learn from their experiences, make decisions in real time, understand natural language and human gestures, and utilize computer vision to perceive and comprehend their environments. Beginning with the rudimentary concepts of AI, AI Robotics: Ethics, Algorithms, and Technology of Artificial Intelligence-Powered Robots explores the intersection of robotics and physics and emphasizes the need for strict adherence to ethical principles in relation to overall progress and the development of humankind. Chapters on robots capable of talking, listening, and visual perception similar to human beings are followed by discussions of those that display emotional intelligence. This book also discusses task and motion planning, a set of methods that help robot hardware achieve high-level goals by breaking down tasks into smaller, more manageable steps. Lastly, the text describes autonomous robots that can make independent decisions and execute tasks on their own, utilizing sensors and AI-enabled software programmed with predefined guidelines and data. Examples of autonomous robots are presented in a chapter on robot swarms that operate in a decentralized, self-organizing manner through local communication to manage disaster relief, search-and-rescue operations, warehouse logistics, agricultural practices, and environmental exploration. Offering an up-to-date, expansive, and comprehensive treatment of the vast interdisciplinary field of AI robotics, this book will be an invaluable resource for postgraduate and doctorate students as well as academic researchers and professional engineers working on AI-enabled robotics. The electronic version of this book was funded to publish Open Access through Taylor & Francis’ Pledge to Open, a collaborative funding open access books initiative. The full list of pledging institutions can be found on the Taylor & Francis Pledge to Open webpage. Key Features Explores the research frontiers and advancements leveraged by integrating AI with robotics Highlights the unique challenges faced in robot vision and speech recognition vis-à-vis computer vision and standard speech processing Provides a state-of-the-art overview of emotional recognition, task and motion planning, and coordinated functioning of robots in multi-robot system
Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs) for Construction Project Deliveries
No full textPublic–Private Partnerships (PPPs) are central to modern infrastructure development, enabling governments to harness private sector finance and expertise for complex construction projects. Their success, however, depends on managing risks, stakeholder alignment, financial viability, and sustainability. This reprint compiles eighteen peer-reviewed papers from a Special Issue of the journal Buildings, curated by Dr. Patrick S.W. Fong, offering global insights into the mechanisms, challenges, and success factors shaping PPPs. Topics include the historical evolution of PPP research, policy dynamics (e.g., China), project initiation and planning (e.g., business case development in China and New Zealand, project briefing in mature markets, success factors in the UAE, and competency models), risk management (e.g., assessment systems for transport, qualitative tools like ‘Riesgo’, risks in Iran’s water sector, and sustainable outcomes), and performance drivers (e.g., trust, incentives in rail transit, success factors in water and power sectors, and concession period drivers in healthcare). It also explores contextual applications such as urban regeneration (Italy) and community resilience. Covering regions from Asia to Europe and the Middle East, and sectors from transport to utilities and health, this volume delivers a comprehensive, evidence-based understanding of PPPs for academics, policymakers, practitioners, and students navigating the complexities of infrastructure delivery through public–private collaboration
Healthy, Digital and Sustainable Buildings and Cities
No full textThe following Special Issue on Healthy, Digital, and Sustainable Buildings and Cities features 16 papers that collectively explore enhancing built and urban environments through a focus on health, technology, and sustainability. Topics include biophilic design, strategies to reduce indoor air pollution, and the Smart Readiness Indicator's application in educational buildings. The included studies also address thermal comfort in sports halls, trends in sustainability research, and project management methodologies for construction projects. Energy efficiency is a key focus, with studies on indirect evaporative cooling, indoor air quality in schools, and building renovation packages in Latvia and Lithuania. The use of low-cost VOC sensors for ventilation and the benefits of eco-friendly building materials are examined. Additionally, the energy consumption of the wine industry is analyzed, providing design guidance for warehouses. Methodologies for developing indoor air quality dashboards and classroom indices in educational facilities are proposed, and the integration of modern technologies in civil engineering education is reviewed. The featured authors also discuss the restoration of historic buildings and the adaptation of refugee camps for sustainability and livability. This collection offers valuable insights and promotes multidisciplinary collaboration in building and urban design of the future
Two-Dimensional Materials
No full textThe Special Issue “Two-Dimensional Materials: From Synthesis to Applications” highlights groundbreaking advancements in the synthesis, characterization, and diverse applications of 2D materials, featuring 17 meticulously curated articles. This comprehensive collection explores the unique physicochemical properties of 2D materials and their transformative potential across fields like energy, environmental science, electronics, and sensing technologies. Key topics include the synthesis of hexagonal boron nitride thin films via high-power impulse reactive magnetron sputtering, innovative strategies for enhancing lithium extraction from brines using GO/MXene membranes, and the development of eco-friendly coatings with graphene oxide for superior anticorrosion performance. The issue also delves into high-efficiency photocatalysts, broadband solar absorbers, and functionalized materials for hydrogen evolution and pollutant removal, underscoring the versatility of 2D materials in addressing critical global challenges. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and technologists working at the intersection of materials science and innovative applications, offering insights into the future of 2D material technologies
Chapter ‘Childismo’. Una parola che non esiste, per capire meglio la discriminazione che non vediamo
Get PDFThe contribution addresses the issue of prejudice against children related to age differences. The first two paragraphs refer to contributions from historical research that have highlighted long- lasting processes of discrimination against children. The following paragraph focuses on the right of the child to express him or herself and his/her right to be heard: through these rights, the 20th century came to the full recognition of the human dignity of children. The last part focuses on “childism”, that is, on that prejudice that we are not yet fully able to recognize and that instead it would be important to thematize in order to see more clearly the discrimination that children still suffer and to take action against it