Results 81 to 90 of about 60,112 (245)

An effective and efficient matheuristic for the electric vehicle routing problem with capacitated recharging stations

International Transactions in Operational Research, EarlyView.
Abstract In this paper, we address the problem of routing a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) to serve a set of customers, geographically distributed, within their time windows. We assume that EVs may also be recharged en route, and the amount of energy recharged at a recharging station (RS) is a decision variable itself, that is, partial recharges are ...
Maurizio Bruglieri, Daniele Ferone, Paola Festa, Ornella Pisacane   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Freight distribution optimization by implementing the team orienteering problem with occasional drivers

International Transactions in Operational Research, EarlyView.
Abstract This research evaluates the effectiveness of a hybrid crowdshipping system that integrates occasional drivers with traditional delivery services (OD+TD) to improve the efficiency of freight distribution. By implementing the team orienteering problem with occasional drivers model, we develop a mathematical model and an agile optimization ...
Alisson Garcia‐Herrera, Xabier A. Martin, Adrian Serrano‐Hernandez, Angel A. Juan, Javier Faulin   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The need to improve implementation and use of lifestyle surveillance systems for planning prevention activities: an analysis of the Italian Regions [PDF]

, 2016
Objectives: To describe the level of use of lifestyle surveillance systems in Italy and to identify predictors of their use by the Italian Regions for planning and monitoring purposes.
D'Andrea, Elvira, DE VITO, Corrado, Marzuillo, Carolina, Massimi, Azzurra, Rosso, Annalisa, Unim, BRIGID ANDOUNIMYE, Villari, Paolo   +6 more
core   +1 more source

Implementing the Just Transition Fund: Patterns of Multilevel Governance

JCMS: Journal of Common Market Studies, EarlyView.
Abstract Multilevel governance has been a central feature of EU policy‐making, especially in the context of cohesion policy, where the concept was extensively theorised. Building on insights from long‐standing scientific research on the topic, this article explores the implementation of the recently established Just Transition Fund (JTF), focusing on ...
Ekaterina Domorenok, Beniamino Masi
wiley   +1 more source

Microwave-Assisted Extraction/UHPLC-Q-Orbitrap-MS-Based Lipidomic Workflow for Comprehensive Study of Lipids in Soft Cheese

Foods
In this work, Microwave-Assisted Extraction (MAE) was proposed as an alternative and environmentally friendly technique in lipidomics to study the lipid fingerprint of soft cheeses, such as mozzarella.
Maria Campaniello, Valeria Nardelli, Rosalia Zianni, Michele Tomaiuolo, Oto Miedico, Marco Iammarino, Annalisa Mentana   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Ecotourism in Puglia Region, Italy – A Competitive Advantage in the Current Context [PDF]

Ovidius University Annals: Economic Sciences Series, 2020
Italy is one of the most attractive destinations in the world and represents a reference point for international tourism. The impressive number of tourists flows concentrated, especially in the northern part of the country has caused many issues among ...
Daniel Avram, Alina-Cerasela Avram
doaj  

Smart Cities, Urban Transportation and Air Quality: A Decade of Literature on Italian Largest Cities

Journal of Economic Surveys, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Traffic congestion and its associated negative impacts on economic performance and environmental sustainability, particularly air quality, have long plagued urban centers. This article reviews the technologies and policies adopted by major Italian cities to address these issues, focusing on interventions from 2014 to 2024. Through a keyword co‐
Vittoria Iannuzzi, Matteo Migheli
wiley   +1 more source

Antimicrobial and Phylogenomic Characterization of Bacillus cereus Group Strains Isolated from Different Food Sources in Italy

Antibiotics
Background: Bacillus cereus is a widespread environmental Gram-positive bacterium which is especially common in soil and dust. It produces two types of toxins that cause vomiting and diarrhea.
Donatella Farina, Angelica Bianco, Viviana Manzulli, Stefano Castellana, Antonio Parisi, Marta Caruso, Rosa Fraccalvieri, Luigina Serrecchia, Valeria Rondinone, Lorenzo Pace, Antonio Fasanella, Valerio Vetritto, Laura Maria Difato, Dora Cipolletta, Michela Iatarola, Domenico Galante   +15 more
doaj   +1 more source

Organized Crime, Corruption, and Economic Growth

Journal of Regional Science, Volume 65, Issue 2, Page 535-560, March 2025.
ABSTRACT In this paper, we study the relationship between organized crime, corruption, and economic growth on a data set from Italian regions for the period 1996–2013. Our working hypothesis is that organized crime can embezzle part of the public expenditure aimed at productive uses by threatening and bribing public officers. To assess the consequences
Tamara Fioroni, Andrea Mario Lavezzi, Giovanni Trovato   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Cross‐Sectional Study on Parakeets Feeding and Housing Practices in Italy

Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Italy has one of the largest companion bird populations in Europe. This study aimed to investigate feeding and housing practices among Italian parakeet owners. An online questionnaire was distributed, yielding 433 voluntary responses. Participants were classified as hobbyists (HBY; ≤ 13 birds owned) or breeders (BRD; > 13 birds owned) to ...
Erdem Danyer, Daniele Lauria, Davide Stefanutti, Diego Cattarossi, Rebecca Ricci   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source