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Beyond Groups? Consociational Culture and the Representation of Cross‐Segmental Interests

open access: yesSwiss Political Science Review, EarlyView.
Abstract In deeply divided societies, consociational power‐sharing ensures representation for ethnonational groups but raises questions about cross‐segmental interests. This paper explores “consociational culture,” arguing that consociational systems create a form of political culture which incentivises the use of group‐based categories and identities ...
Patrizia John
wiley   +1 more source

Does Living with a Wild River Improve Mental Health and Well‐Being? A Case Study of Blue‐Space Interaction and Stress Reduction in Southern Albania

open access: yesTijdschrift voor Economische en Sociale Geografie, EarlyView.
Abstract The effect of natural blue space on subjective well‐being and self‐perceived stress among residents of Përmet, Albania (N = 203), with 80.3 per cent of whom reside within 1 km of the Vjosa River was examined. Three exposure indicators – visit frequency, proximity and time spent in the river surroundings – were focused on using the PYER ...
Elena Kokthi   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Governance Models for Blue-Green Roof Projects

open access: yes, 2019
Switzer, Andrew   +6 more
openaire   +1 more source

Review of Water Supply, Treatment and Distribution: Overcoming Challenges for Sustainable Management

open access: yesWater and Environment Journal, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Water management faces increasing challenges driven by population growth, accelerated urbanization and climate change, demanding integrated and sustainable approaches to ensure the preservation of water resources. Water scarcity and rising demand intensify the vulnerability of various regions, threatening both water supply and environmental ...
André Linneo Tocchetto   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Public Understanding of Water‐Sensitive Urban Design and Implications for Land Use Planning: Insights From Aotearoa New Zealand

open access: yesWater and Environment Journal, EarlyView.
Conventional urban drainage systems are frequently found to contribute to degradation of urban watercourses. The implementation of Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) and associated nature‐based infrastructure is considered one potential solution to mitigate stormwater‐induced degradation.
Angelina da Silva Coelho   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mechanisms underlying local Ca2+ signalling differences between right and left atrial myocytes at normal and increased frequencies

open access: yesThe Journal of Physiology, EarlyView.
Abstract figure legend Left atrial myocytes have TAT‐associated faster Ca2+ release but are more prone to maladaptation at higher frequencies due to weaker peripheral SR Ca2+ uptake and smaller trigger Ca2+ current. Abstract Changes in heart rate affect Ca2+ signalling and contractility in ventricular muscle, but the effects on atrial Ca2+ signalling ...
Joon‐Chul Kim   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

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