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Globalising HR: roles and challenges for the international HRM function [PDF]

, 2007
This paper focuses on the new roles and challenges for the International HRM function. It highlights four key challenges facing international HRM specialists.
Brewster, C, Sparrow, P R
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Comparison of acute physiological responses between one long and two short sessions of moderate-intensity training in endurance athletes

Frontiers in Physiology
PurposeTo compare acute physiological responses and perceived training stress between one long and two short time- and intensity-matched sessions of moderate-intensity training in endurance athletes.MethodsFourteen male endurance athletes (VO2max: 69.2 ±
Rune Kjøsen Talsnes, Per-Øyvind Torvik, Knut Skovereng, Øyvind Sandbakk   +3 more
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A robust sagittal plane hexapedal running model with serial elastic actuation and simple periodic feedforward control [PDF]

, 2013
In this article we present a sagittal plane, sprawled posture hexapedal running model with distributed body inertia, massless legs and serial elastic actuation at the hips as well as along the telescoping legs.
Albu-Schäffer, Alin Olimpiu, Martin Görner, Alin Albu-Schäffer, Görner, Martin   +3 more
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Preparation and Tribological Behaviors of Sulfur- and Phosphorus-Free Organic Friction Modifier of Amide–Ester Type

Lubricants
With the increasingly demanding engine conditions and the implementation of “double carbon” policies, the demand for high-quality lubricants that are cost-effective and environmentally friendly is increasing.
Xiaomei Xu, Fan Yang, Hongmei Yang, Yanan Zhao, Xiuli Sun, Yong Tang   +5 more
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Barefoot running improves economy at high intensities and peak treadmill velocity [PDF]

, 2014
Aim: Barefoot running can improve running economy (RE) compared to shod running at low exercise intensities, but data is lacking for the higher intensities typical during many distance running competitions.
Barwood, Martin J., Reeves, K. A., Corbett, Jo, Reeves, Kevin, Barwood, Martin   +4 more
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Cost of Living/Cost of Smoking:A Demonstration Study of Cooperative Action Learning to Understand and Address Smoking in Deprived Communities Within the Cost-of-Living Crisis [PDF]

Smoking is responsible for over 8 million deaths globally per annum. While socially disadvantaged communities are disproportionately affected, few interventions effectively reach these groups.
Innocent, Wendy, Cost of Living/Cost of Smoking Learning Partnership, Stephen, Amanda, Stephens, Amanda, Marathia, Effie, ?, ?, Cost of Living/Cost of Smoking Learning Partnership,, Littlejohn, Chris, Duffy, Sheila, D'Ambruoso, Lucia, Littlejohn, Christopher, Cowan, Eilidh, Marathia, Eftychia   +12 more
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Changes in gait during constant pace treadmill running. [PDF]

, 2014
Treadmills are often used by runners when weather conditions are adverse or a specific training effect is desired. Athletes might respond to fatigue differently when running on a treadmill compared with overground conditions, where pace is typically more
Hanley, B, Mohan, AK
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Application of improved ant-lion algorithm for power systems.

PLoS ONE
An improved ant-lion algorithm is proposed to solve the load allocation problem to improve the efficiency of load allocation in the power system. The global search capability and optimization performance of the algorithm have been significantly improved ...
Wenjing Wang, Renjun Zhou
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An assessment of the social impacts of sustainable drainage systems in the UK [PDF]

, 2003
This report assesses the perception and level of understanding of people living close to seven different SUDS ponds in the UK. It draws conclusions on the impact of SUDS design and maintenance and of public education in influencing the public’s ...
HR Wallingford, -
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Measurement of road surface undulations using a low-cost accelerometer sensor [PDF]

, 2019
International roughness index (IRI) is the main parameter that measures the comfortability of using a road. This index is also taken as a thumb rule when taking the road maintenance and rehabilitation decisions.
Chamikara, AWC, Pasindu, HR
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