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In den Netzen des Entscheidens
Österreichische Zeitschrift für Geschichtswissenschaften, 2012 The article explores the potential of Social Network Analysis (SNA) for the study of the diffusion of innovations in rural communities in Austria after its annexation to Germany in 1938.
Ernst Langthaler
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Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.Laser surface texturing significantly improves the corrosion resistance and mechanical strength of 3D‐printed iron polylactic acid (Ir‐PLA) for marine applications. Optimal laser parameters reduce corrosion by 80% and enhance tensile strength by 25% and ductility by 15%.
Mohammad Rezayat +6 more
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Three Decades of Adoption and Diffusion Research in Nigeria: Lessons and Prospects
Journal of Agricultural Extension, 2005 Adoption of innovations is critical to the process of change in human societies. In Nigeria, the earliest adoption studies were conducted around 1970. The advent and proliferation of World Bank supported Agricultural Development Programmes (ADPs) in the
K Adebayo
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Effects of the institutional change based on democratization on origin and diffusion of technological innovation [PDF]
arXiv, 2020 Political systems shape institutions and govern institutional change supporting economic performance, production and diffusion of technological innovation. This study shows, using global data of countries, that institutional change, based on a progressive democratization of countries, is a driving force of inventions, adoption and diffusion of ...
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Shape Memory Polymer‐Based Hook‐and‐Loop Fastener for Robust Bonding and on‐Demand Easy Separation
Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.A 3D shape memory polymer‐based hook‐and‐loop fastener, fabricated using projection microstereolithography and molding, offers tunable bonding strength through temperature control. When heated from 25 to 70 °C, the fastener softens and deforms easily, reducing bonding strength by 20‐fold for on‐demand easy separation.
Chen Yang +5 more
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Predicting Virtual Learning Environment adoption - A case study [PDF]
arXiv, 2015 Purpose - To qualify the significance of Rogers' Diffusion of Innovations theory with regard to Virtual Learning Environments. To apply an existing Diffusion of Innovations instrument on a case organisation, the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB), in order to compare its results with previous findings.
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Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.Periodic submicron features are fabricated on 304 stainless steel using single and double femtosecond laser pulses. By adjusting polarization, fluence, and inter‐pulse delay, 1D and 2D nanostructures are formed. Enhanced hydrophobicity and dense surface‐enhanced Raman spectroscopy hotspots enable analyte detection down to 10−10 M with good ...
Balaji Baskar +3 more
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The Diffusion of Financial Innovations: An Examination of the Adoption of Small Business Credit Scoring by Large Banking Organizations [PDF]
, 2001 Jalal D. Akhavein +2 more
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South African Journal of Education, 2015 The use of educational technology (ET) worldwide is increasing rapidly, and South Africa is no exception. Grouped amongst the emerging economies of the world, South Africa's information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure is often mentioned
Samantha Anne Hart, Sumaya Laher
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Diffusion of Innovations over Multiplex Social Networks [PDF]
arXiv, 2014 The ways in which an innovation (e.g., new behaviour, idea, technology, product) diffuses among people can determine its success or failure. In this paper, we address the problem of diffusion of innovations over multiplex social networks where the neighbours of a person belong to one or multiple networks (or layers) such as friends, families, or ...
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