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The Natural Resource Curse and Economic Transition [PDF]
SSRN Electronic Journal, 2009 Abstract Using cross-country regressions, we examine the relationship between “point-source” resource abundance and economic growth, quality of institutions, investment in human and physical capital, and social welfare (life expectancy and infant mortality) for all countries and for the economies in transition.
Michael Alexeev, Robert Conrad
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Heliyon, 2020 Economic development is characterised by natural resource extraction and consumption. However, due to the finite nature of fossil fuel energy sources and its price shocks, an investigation into its historical fluctuations is essential for energy policy ...
Mehmet Akif Destek +1 more
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Natural Resource Abundance and Economic Growth [PDF]
SSRN Electronic Journal, 2004 This paper explores whether natural resource abundance leads, other things equal, to slower growth rates. We distinguish between natural resource dependence (RD) and the natural resource endowment (RE). We estimate three models, using World Bank data on national capital stocks.
Ding, N, Field, BC
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Analysis of households food insecurity and its coping mechanisms in Western Ethiopia
Agricultural and Food Economics, 2019 This study analyzed households’ food insecurity and its determinants along with the coping mechanisms opted against food insecurity and shortage in Assosa zone, western Ethiopia.
Seid Sani, Biruk Kemaw
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Natural Resources, Economic Growth and Geography [PDF]
SSRN Electronic Journal, 2018 Worldwide materials extraction increased by a factor of 8.4 over the course of the 20th century. In the meantime, global GDP and population increased by factors of about 22 and 4, respectively. This reveals that one of the key factors driving the increase in the exploitation of the resources was the growth in world population, although mitigated by the
Rafael González-Val, Fernando Pueyo
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Frontiers in Animal ScienceThis study assesses pastoral livestock-keepers’ perceptions of breed improvement based on participants in the Community Based Bull Breeding Programme (CBBP) of the Regional Pastoral Livelihood Resilience Project in Uganda (RPLRP).
Gonzaga Ssekibaala +3 more
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Current Challenges in Hemostasis and Advances in Particle‐Assisted Styptic Devices
Advanced Healthcare Materials, EarlyView.Here persistent limitations in hemostatic technologies are highlighted and cutting‐edge biomimetic, microparticle‐assisted, and nanoengineered systems with integrated drug delivery are showcased. Moreover, the article identifies fresh directions toward the next‐generation of multifunctional hemostatic devices with superior efficacy and accessibility ...
Daniele Baiocco +4 more
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Effect of Covid 19 on butchers and their coping strategies in Kampala district
Cogent Food & AgricultureThe study examined the effect of Covid-19 on butchers and their coping strategies using data collected from120 butchers in Kampala City. The results show that COVID-19 reduced volumes of meat supplied and sold, number of consumers and increased the ...
Joan Namakula, John Ilukor
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Sustainable Liquid Metal Composites for Soft Electronics and E‐Waste Reduction
Advanced Materials, EarlyView.Liquid metal (LM) composites embody recyclability, repairability, renewability, and resilience (4R), offering a sustainable route for soft electronics. With exceptional conductivity, stretchability, and eco‐friendly recovery, these systems enable closed‐loop lifecycles and reduce e‐waste.
Abdollah Hajalilou +2 more
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Optimal management of citrus disease and extreme climatic factors
Trees, Forests and PeopleThis study develops a dynamic bioeconomic model using the Bellman equation to derive the optimal management strategy for Witches’ Broom Disease of Lime (WBDL) and the optimal replanting age of citrus trees after the first attack under multiple scenarios ...
Sofiyat Salam +4 more
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