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Scenarios as the basis for assessment of mitigation and adaptation [PDF]

, 2010
The possibilities and need for adaptation and mitigation depends on uncertain future developments with respect to socio-economic factors and the climate system. Scenarios are used to explore the impacts of different strategies under uncertainty.
Arnell, Nigel, Barker, T, Bauer, N, Berkhout, F, Criqui, P, Hilderink, H, Hinkel, J, Hof, A, Isaac, M., Kitous, A, Kram, T, Kundzewicz, Z., Mechler, R, Scrieciu, S, van Vuuren, D. P.   +14 more
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One‐Step Fabrication of Highly Transparent Superhydrophobic Coatings Via Atmospheric Pressure Radio Frequency Plasma Deposition

Advanced Materials Interfaces, EarlyView.
Atmospheric‐pressure RF plasma deposition enables the fabrication of transparent, superhydrophobic coatings with anti‐reflective functionality. Process optimization yields high optical transmittance, robust environmental stability, and self‐cleaning properties.
Sultan S. Ussenkhan, Baglan A. Kyrykbay, Almasbek U. Utegenov, Sagi A. Orazbayev, Assanali T. Sultanov, Maratbek T. Gabdullin, Tlekkabul S. Ramazanov, Yerassyl Yerlanuly   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessment for Fiji [PDF]

, 2000
All nations, including Fiji, that are signatories to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change(UNFCCC) are obliged to provide National Communications to the Conference of Parties (COP) of the UNFCCC. The COP4 stressed the need for parties
Bhusan, Jagat, de Wet, Neil, Feresi, Jone, Kenny, Gavin J., Limalevu, Leone, Ratukalou, Inoke   +5 more
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Hierarchical Structure and Fabrication of Functionally Graded Biointerfaces in the Mussel Byssus

Advanced Materials Interfaces, EarlyView.
The byssus is a fibrous protein‐based holdfast consisting of mechanically distinct interfaces, which mussels use to anchor their soft living tissue to hard seashore surfaces. Here, multiscale methodologies were used to elucidate the compositional and structural features underlying these functionally graded interfaces and how they are fabricated through
Lucia Youssef, Jenaes Sivasundarampillai, Sydney Mikulin, Franziska Jehle, Matthew J. Harrington   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Future projections of temperature-related indices in Prince Edward Island using ensemble average of three CMIP6 models

Scientific Reports
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is an agricultural province heavily relying on rainfed agriculture. The island has already experienced significant impacts from climate change.
Junaid Maqsood, Xiuquan Wang, Aitazaz A. Farooque, Rana Ali Nawaz   +3 more
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Anti‐Slip Material‐Based Strategies and Approaches

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
This review highlights the principle mechanisms of slipping at the microscale, linking contact mechanics with a friction behavior model for surface interfaces. Main strategies to develop anti‐slip properties to the surfaces are discussed alongside standardized testing approaches.
Sogand Abbaspoor‐Zanjani, Carlo Antonini, Teresa Gatti, Mengjiao Wang   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Population and Reproductive Health in National Adaptation Programs of Action [PDF]

, 2009
This paper reviews 41 National Adaptation Programmes of Action (NAPAs) submitted by Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and identifies the range of interventions included in countries ...
Clive Mutunga, Karen Hardee
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Climate sensitivity to land use changes over the City of Brussels [PDF]

, 2019
Prompted with the ongoing and projected climate change, a wide range of cities have committed, not only to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions but also to implement different climate change adaptation measures.
Caluwaerts, Steven, Cugnon, Gwenn, Duchêne, François, Hamdi, Rafiq, Termonia, Piet, Top, Sara, Van Schaeybroeck, Bert, Vergauwen, Thomas   +7 more
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Liquid Metal‐Based Stretchable Strain Sensor for Fruit Growth Monitoring

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
Schematic overview of the fruit growth sensor development workflow, including sensor fabrication by injection molding, electromechanical and environmental characterization, mechanical stability testing, electronic readout integration, and outdoor field validation for monitoring of fruit growth under practical orchard conditions.
Asad Ullah, Lennert Purnal, Maximilian Krack, Sander Vijgen, Thijs Vandenryt, Dieter Reenaers, Ronald Thoelen, Wim Deferme   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessment of Population Exposure to Coarse and Fine Particulate Matter in the Urban Areas of Chennai, India

The Scientific World Journal, 2015
Research outcomes from the epidemiological studies have found that the course (PM10) and the fine particulate matter (PM2.5) are mainly responsible for various respiratory health effects for humans.
Ramachandran Prasannavenkatesh, Ramachandran Andimuthu, Palanivelu Kandasamy, Geetha Rajadurai, Divya Subash Kumar, Parthasarathy Radhapriya, Malini Ponnusamy   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source