Public Private Partnership in the European Union: Experiences in the UK, Germany and Austria by Ronald W. McQuaid, Walter Scherrer

“…The political context of governments differs between the UK, Germany and Austria, but each government currently has a positive view of Public private Partnership (PPP). …”
Get full text

The evolution and scope of Article 38 of the Convention on the Rights of the Child in a globalizing world by Dawid Stadniczeńko

“…Observational method, document examination method, method of analysis and criticism of literature Results The scope of contemporary research on childhood within the context of international discourse reveals the necessity of revising the approach to children and their issues. …”
Get full text

Sea Urchin-Like MnO2/Biomass Carbon Composite Electrode Material for High-Performance Supercapacitors by Xiaoyu Zhao, Ning Wang, Lei Li, Zixun Fang, Shoufeng Tang, Jianmin Gu

“…The single electrode test results show that the composite material achieves a specific capacitance of 205.5 F·g−1 at the current density of 0.5 A·g−1; with the current density increasing by a factor of 20, the supercapacitor loaded with this composite still retained 63.2% of its initial capacitance, showing its high rate performance. …”
Get full text

Readiness of small and medium enterprises to apply total quality management standards: Evidence from Kosovo by Engelbert Zefaj

“…Total quality management (TQM) is a well-known systematic method that increases business competitiveness and improves performance. …”
Get full text

Measuring Setup for Investigation and Visualization of the Percolation Phenomenon in Non-Оrdered Models of Metal-Dielectric Nanocomposites by P. Okal

“…In both cases the flow of alternating current occurs in the absence of direct contact between the metallic phase particles.A measuring stand was developed and constructed to test models of metal dielectric nanocomposites using high voltage partial discharge. …”
Get full text

Protecting the Autonomy of Patients with Severe Mental Illness Through Psychiatric Advance Directive Peer-Facilitation by Nicholas Karasik

“…Guiding Distributive Justice: Capability Theory Capability theory is an account of justice opportunity that places a fundamental moral significance on individuals' ability to reach proper functioning and well-being.[52] Whether or not an individual can make use of a particular set of resources and convert them into a state of functioning depends on personal, sociopolitical, and environmental conditions ("conversion factors").[53] In this sense, liberty is not the absence of restraint from others or institutions but the freedom achieved through capability-enhancing relationships.[54] Within the context of bioethics, capability theory shifts focus toward creating circumstances by which individuals can direct their lives as they choose.[55] Acting in accordance with the principle of beneficence, peer-support specialists could enhance the capability of patients to be self-determined and autonomous, which would promote patient well-being and empowerment.[56] Those living with SMI, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are among the most disadvantaged in society, experiencing social and economic hardship related to their illness.[57] These individuals are often feared and rejected by others, which increases depression, lowers self-esteem, and engenders feelings of social isolation.[58] Compounding their challenges, especially for those facing structural inequalities, is insufficient access to appropriate mental health services supporting recovery.[59] Capability theory provides a sound justification for the resource distribution necessary to create and sustain a thriving network of peer-support specialists, to which those with SMI currently do not have access. …”
Get full text

Insights on natural products and their derivatives in tuberculosis management by Goyal Rajat, Susheel Kumar, Garg Kajal, Neha Rani, Chopra Hitesh, Wilson Kashish, Gupta Sumeet

“…More research is needed on various natural substances, both independently and in combination with currently approved drug regimens, as potential TB treatment options.…”
Get full text

Microscopic characteristics and corrosion rate modeling in galvanized high-strength steel wires by Haiping Zhang, Haojie Liu, Fanghuai Chen, Yuan Luo, Xinhui Xiao, Yang Deng, Naiwei Lu, Yang Liu

“…The results indicate that during the initial stage of electrochemical corrosion in GHSSWs, internal stress between the corrosion products and the GHSSWs substrate leads to the formation of apparent cracks in the corroded wire, increasing the contact area between the specimen and the electrolyte and accelerating the corrosion process. …”
Get full text

Hardware in the Loop Test-Rig for Identification and Control Application on High Speed Pantographs by A. Collina, A. Facchinetti, F. Fossati, F. Resta

“…Trains current collection for traction motors is obtained by means of a sliding contact between the overhead line (OHL) and the collector strips mounted on the pantograph head. …”
Get full text

The challenges of reproducibility for research based on geodata web services by M. Cannata, M. Collombin, O. Ertz, G. Giuliani, J. Ingensand, C. Primerano, D. Strigaro

“…Modern research applies the Open Science approach that fosters the production and sharing of Open Data according to the FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles. In the geospatial context this is generally achieved through the setup of OGC Web services that implements open standards that satisfies the FAIR requirements. …”
Get full text

The Bioethics-CSR Divide by Caio Caesar Dib

“…This includes investments, entrepreneurship models, and its relationship to stakeholders, leading to an increasing operationalization and globalization of the concept.[6] At first sight, these two movements seem to stem from different contexts. …”
Get full text

High-Performance Triboelectric Nanogenerator with Double-Side Patterned Surfaces Prepared by CO₂ Laser for Human Motion Energy Harvesting by Dong-Yi Lin, Chen-Kuei Chung

“…Compared to TENGs with flat friction layers and single-side-patterned friction layers, the double-side-patterned MW-MC-TENG demonstrates superior output performance due to increased cone deformation and contact area. The open-circuit voltage of the MW-MC-TENG can reach 141 V, while the short-circuit current can attain 71.5 μA, corresponding to a current density of 2.86 µA/cm². …”
Get full text

Innovative Thermosensitive Composite Materials: Merging Poloxamer PF‐127 and Polysaccharides for Enhanced Functional Properties by Marcos Blanco‐López, Inmaculada deDios‐Pérez, Álvaro González‐Garcinuño, Antonio Tabernero, Eva Martín del Valle

“…Abstract Currently, new cancer treatment options are being developed following tumor resection surgery, with a focus on minimizing invasiveness and reducing systemic toxicity to lower the risk of recurrence. …”
Get full text

Assessing coupled human-flood interactions using LiDAR geostatistics and neighbourhood analyses by Morgan J. Breen, Abiy S. Kebede, Carola S. König

“…The paper integrates well-established methods from other spheres of flood risk assessment in a novel way to explore the currently poorly understood Safe Development Paradox (SDP) phenomenon in coastal settings. …”
Get full text

A Methodological Proposal for Determining Environmental Risk Within Territorial Transformation Processes by Marco Locurcio, Felicia Di Liddo, Pierluigi Morano, Francesco Tajani, Laura Tatulli

“…The built assets and the real estate sector play a key role in this context; indeed, being among the first ones to be exposed to the effects of climate change, they serve as a crucial tool for the implementation of governance strategies that are more focused on environmental issues. …”
Get full text

3D copper telluride morphological leaf structure based triboelectric nanogenerator for wearable sensing application by Muhammad Umair Khan, Sumayya M. Ansari, Haila M. Aldosari, Baker Mohammad

“…The TENG structure, with an area of 20 cm2, achieved a peak open-circuit voltage of 170 V, a short-circuit current of 32 µA, and a power density of 1.62 W/m2 at an impedance of 40 MΩ. …”
Get full text

Does Beta Explain Global Equity Market Volatility – Some Empirical Evidence by Radosław Kurach

“…In this study, we examine Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) in its international context (ICAPM) using the monthly equity returns for 26 countries (18 developed and 8 emerging markets) between July 1996 and June 2011 and adopting the US investor’s perspective. …”
Get full text

High-Quality Manufacturing with Electrochemical Jet Machining (ECJM) for Processing Applications: A Comprehensive Review, Challenges, and Future Opportunities by Yong Huang, Yi Hu, Xincai Liu, Xin Wang, Siqi Wu, Hanqing Shi

“…This review not only provides a snapshot of the current status of ECJM technology, but also discusses the current challenges and possible future improvements of the technology.…”
Get full text

Analysis of Factors Influencing Millennial Consumers' Decision in Buying Halal Cosmetics by Novalini Jailani, Susminingsih, Hendri Hermawan Adinugraha, Fatimah Kari, Adib Muhammad

“… The market potential of the halal cosmetics is currently very promising and the use of cosmetics among millennials is increasing. …”
Get full text

Replacing penalties by V. Stepashin

“…It is important in the context of the topic and the possibility of a sentence of imprisonment as a substitute punishment in cases where the original purpose of the strict measures excluded. …”
Get full text