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Multiscale dimensions of the foreign working citizens participation to the Italian labour market: intra-regional heterogeneities across the North–South divide
This article delves into the distinctive intra- and interregional geographical heterogeneity of Italy, emphasizing demographic and socio-economic...
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Does the adoption of homestead gardening increase dietary diversity in climate-vulnerable coastal areas? Evidence from Bangladesh
Coastal areas are not conducive to cultivating a variety of crops due to the occurrence of natural disasters. Therefore, homestead gardening has the...
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Running safety assessment method of trains under seismic conditions based on the derailment risk domain
The accurate assessment of running safety during earthquakes is of significant importance for ensuring the safety of railway lines. Currently,...
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Measured dynamic load distribution within the in situ axlebox bearing of high-speed trains under polygonal wheel–rail excitation
The dynamic load distribution within in-service axlebox bearings of high-speed trains is crucial for the fatigue reliability assessment and forward...
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Noise reduction mechanism of high-speed railway box-girder bridges installed with MTMDs on top plate
The issue of low-frequency structural noise radiated from high-speed railway (HSR) box-girder bridges (BGBs) is a significant challenge worldwide....
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Subnational assessment of legal and illegal deforestation in the Colombian Amazon: consequences for zero deforestation commitments
Deforestation has been at the heart of the transformation of the Amazon. Global concerns over deforestation and its impact on climate change have...
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A Public Participation GIS for Infrastructure Assessment in Rural Human Settlements
A significant part of the rural problems is related to infrastructure issues, which can cause economic, cultural, and social problems in villages or...
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Remote work and location preferences: a study of post-pandemic trends in Italy
This study investigates how working remotely, by reducing workplace commuting, weakens the limitations connected to residential mobility and enables...
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Proximity to Covid-19 Cases and Real Estate Equity Returns
We conduct a quasi-natural experiment for Hong Kong to explore the spatial effects associated with proximity to Covid-19 infections on real estate...
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Car energy efficiency and emissions in the built environment
To mitigate climate change and safeguard energy security, it is necessary to limit car dependence, reduce car weights, and shift to alternative car...
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A modified radiation model based on the characteristics of airline network under large-scale disruptions
The radiation model is widely used in traffic demand forecasting. However, when applying the radiation model in the aviation field, it overestimates...
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Cross-generational Smong narratives in Aceh’s tsunami resilience
Smong is an indigenous knowledge of the Simeuluean people related to tsunamis, which proved to be successful in saving lives during the 2004 Indian...
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Place-based diversification: Pathways to diversified shared landscapes in the Wairau Marlborough region of Aotearoa New Zealand
This study aims to explore the potential of place-based theory to contribute to land use diversification, particularly against the backdrop of...
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Measuring and mitigating biases in motor insurance pricing
The non-life insurance sector operates within a highly competitive and tightly regulated framework, confronting a pivotal juncture in the formulation...
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The tontine and the public sphere: Ireland and Scotland compared, 1772–1850
Recently, there has been a surge of interest in tontines, including their history and potential modern applications. While scholarly work has...
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Exploring cost performance tradeoffs and uncertainties for electric- and autonomous electric trucks using computational experiments
The recent development of battery electric trucks (BETs) suggests that they could play a vital role in transitioning to zero-emission road freight....
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Effectiveness of sustainable land management initiatives in the highlands of Ethiopia
Soil and water loss, as well as nutrient depletion in croplands and grazing areas, are major problems for smallholder farmers in the highlands of...
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Investigating Financial Motivators and Demotivators of Urban Sprawl Through the Lens of Municipalities: A Case of the Qom Municipality, Iran
Some studies speak of the financial and economic benefits of urban sprawl indicating that there is little evidence that compact cities outside of...
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Exploring the role of high-value crops to reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions in New Zealand
This study explores the potential benefits of transitioning from livestock farming to high-value alternative crops as a strategy for mitigating...
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Can an actuarially unfair tontine be optimal?
A one-period tontine is a collective investment fund in which every participant enters with an initial contribution, but only those participants who...
