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Impacts of intellectual property provisions in trade treaties on access to medicine in low and middle income countries: a systematic review

Globalization and Health, 2019
Background We present a systematic review describing ex-ante and ex-post evaluations of the impacts of intellectual property provisions in trade treaties on access to medicine in low and middle income countries.
Md. Deen Islam, Warren A. Kaplan, Danielle Trachtenberg, Rachel Thrasher, Kevin P. Gallagher, Veronika J. Wirtz   +5 more
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Disappointment or unexpected gain? A survey-based study of the motives and outcomes of inter-municipal cooperation in Poland

Miscellanea Geographica: Regional Studies on Development, 2019
Based on a survey of inter-municipal unions (IMUs) and inter-municipal companies (IMComs) in Poland, this article identifies the most common motives for launching inter-municipal cooperation and the most frequently reported outcomes. The declared motives
Gendźwiłł Adam, Krukowska Joanna, Lackowska Marta   +2 more
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The Integrated National Electrification Programme and political democracy

Journal of Energy in Southern Africa, 2017
Since the coming of democracy in South Africa, the last decade has been marked by extraordinary, yet positive changes in policy development. Democratic organisation, both as a system of government and as a value system commanding the support of ordinary ...
E M Tinto, K G Banda
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The policy planning system in Georgia: design and implementation challenges [PDF]

Eastern Journal of European Studies
Policy planning plays an essential role in public policy and administration, from academia to its practical application. This article examines the policy planning system in Georgia, focusing on its design and implementation.
Bacho Bitari Khuroshvili
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Pathways to Net Zero and Climate Resilience in Existing Australian Office Buildings: A Systematic Review

Buildings
Existing office buildings in Australia contribute to 24% of the nation’s electricity consumption and 10% of greenhouse gas emissions, with energy use projected to rise by 84%.
Darren Kelly, Akthar Kalam, Shasha Wang
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An Empirical Analysis of Stakeholders' Influence on Policy Development: the Role of Uncertainty Handling

Ecology and Society, 2011
Stakeholder participation is advocated widely, but there is little structured, empirical research into its influence on policy development. We aim to further the insight into the characteristics of participatory policy development by comparing it to ...
Rianne M. Bijlsma, Pieter W. G. Bots, Henk A. Wolters, Arjen Y. Hoekstra   +3 more
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Stakeholders’ views on the development and adoption of health policies related to pharmacist scope of practice and the pharmacy practice environment in Australia

Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice
Background Translating research on Pharmacy Practice Environments and Pharmacists’ Scope of Practice (PPEAPSOP) into actionable policy requires a comprehensive understanding of policy components, underpinning processes, and identifying barriers and ...
Simone Diamandis, Tracey Thornley, Shalom (Charlie) Isaac Benrimoj, Sarah Dineen-Griffin   +3 more
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Socioeconomic Factors Affecting Rural Households' Participation in Commercial Fuelwood Production in Jawi District, Northwest Ethiopia

Indonesian Journal of Social and Environmental Issues
This study assesses the factors influencing household participation in fuelwood production in Jawi district, northwest Ethiopia. A multi-stage sampling method was used. The district and kebeles were purposefully selected.
Kassa Chanie, Mitku Alemu, Asabeneh Alemayehu, Abdulkerim Getachew, Mulat Ayal, Abebaw Shimels   +5 more
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Breaking the Silo: The Crucial Role of Leadership and Advocacy in Digital Preservation Programs

Preservation, Digital Technology & Culture
Digital preservation is crucial for ensuring the long-term accessibility and usability of digital content; however, many institutions struggle with inadequate staffing, policies, and financial resources.
Ahmad Rafiq, Rafiq Muhammad, Fahad Khalil Muhammad, Haris Khalil Muhammad   +3 more
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Analyzing the extent and drivers of land use/land cover change in Southwestern Ethiopia

Discover Sustainability
Understanding the extent of land use and land cover (LULC) change and its drivers is crucial for modelling future dynamics and management strategies that avert the decline of natural resources.
Diriba Abdeta, Rusha Begna, Haile Zerfu, Asabeneh Alemayehu, Alemeyehu N. Ayana, Nigus Tekleselassie Tsegaye   +5 more
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