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A Parametric Evaluation of Multi-Webbed Composite Joists Based on EC5 (2007)
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Bahadori-Jahromi, A., Kermani, A., Zhang, B., & Reid, D. (2007). A Parametric Evaluation of Multi-Webbed Composite Joists Based on EC5. Journal of the Institute of Wood Science, 17(6), 295-310. https://doi.org/10.1179/wsc.2007.17.6.295

The introduction of engineered beams offers long span, low cost and light weight joists in comparison to traditional solid timber sections. However, the vibration criteria in the design codes may significantly reduce the permissible span of the joist... Read More about A Parametric Evaluation of Multi-Webbed Composite Joists Based on EC5.

Exact minimization of large fixed polarity dual form of reed-muller functions (2007)
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Yang, M., Xu, H., Wang, L. Y., Tong, J. R., & Almaini, A. E. A. (2007). Exact minimization of large fixed polarity dual form of reed-muller functions. Solid-State and Integrated Circuit Technology, 1931-1933. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICSICT.2006.306532

Dual form of Reed-Muller (DFRM) expansions are implemented in OX/XNOR logic, which are based on the features of coincidence operation and are known as fixed polarity Canonical OR-Coincidence (COC) expansions. An efficient minimization method is propo... Read More about Exact minimization of large fixed polarity dual form of reed-muller functions.

How do you decide when to repeat transport surveys? (2007)
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Wigan, M., Smith, N., & Timmis, B. (2007). How do you decide when to repeat transport surveys?. Australasian Transport Research Forum, 1-23

Sustainable transport requires a perspective that extends beyond the present and beyond the transport system itself. To view sustainability properly requires more sophisticated models than we currently employ, and more data than we currently collect.... Read More about How do you decide when to repeat transport surveys?.

Modelling of a low temperature differential Stirling Engine. (2007)
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Robson, A., Grassie, T., & Kubie, J. (2007). Modelling of a low temperature differential Stirling Engine. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 221, 927-943. https://doi.org/10.1243/09544062JMES631

Abstract: A full theoretical model of a low temperature difference Stirling engine is developed in this paper. The model, which starts from the first principles, gives a full differential description of the major components of the engine: the behav... Read More about Modelling of a low temperature differential Stirling Engine..

The impact of the congestion charge on the retail business in London: An econometric analysis. (2007)
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Quddus, M. A., Bell, M. G. H., Schmoecker, J., & Fonzone, A. (2007). The impact of the congestion charge on the retail business in London: An econometric analysis. Transport Policy, 14, 433-444. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tranpol.2007.04.008

On 17 February 2003, London introduced a pioneering congestion-charging scheme. The impact on traffic was sudden and dramatic. For example, car movements within the congestion-charging zone (21km2) were reduced by about 30%. However, the impact on ot... Read More about The impact of the congestion charge on the retail business in London: An econometric analysis..

The innovator's social network. (2007)
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Lewrick, M., Raeside, R., & Peisl, T. (2007). The innovator's social network. Journal of technology management & innovation, 2, 38-48

The concept of innovation has evolved significantly over the last decade. It now appears that inherent successful innovation can be explained by the influence of the social networks and social capital. Originally based on tangible forms of capital an... Read More about The innovator's social network..

Demographic and Labour Market Change: The Dynamics of Older Workers in the Scottish Labour Market (2007)
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Hollywood, E., Brown, R., Danson, M., & McQuaid, R. W. (2007). Demographic and Labour Market Change: The Dynamics of Older Workers in the Scottish Labour Market. Scottish Geographical Journal, 123(4), 242-256. https://doi.org/10.1080/14702540802189677

This paper presents a review of ageing in the Scottish labour market. Scotland's population structure has been ageing for some decades leading to an ageing of the working population, at a rate ahead of many countries in Europe. Low levels of fertilit... Read More about Demographic and Labour Market Change: The Dynamics of Older Workers in the Scottish Labour Market.

Understanding social enterprise and its financing: a case study of the child-care sector in Scotland. (2007)
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Hare, P. G., Jones, D. W., & Blackledge, G. (2007). Understanding social enterprise and its financing: a case study of the child-care sector in Scotland. Social enterprise journal, 3, https://doi.org/10.1108/17508610780000726

Purpose – To investigate the application of the social enterprise model to the childcare sector in Scotland and develop a practical model for analysing such social enterprises. Design/methodology/approach – A review of the literature of ideas on... Read More about Understanding social enterprise and its financing: a case study of the child-care sector in Scotland..

Exploring perspectives on Human Resource Development: an introduction (2007)
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Garavan, T. N., O'Donnell, D., McGuire, D., & Watson, S. (2007). Exploring perspectives on Human Resource Development: an introduction. Advances in developing human resources, 9, 3-10. https://doi.org/10.1177/1523422306294342

The problem and the solution. This issue overview presents a brief justification for adopting a multiperspectival approach to theory and practice in human resource development (HRD). It is argued that such an approach has the potential to add theoret... Read More about Exploring perspectives on Human Resource Development: an introduction.

Understanding inappropriate high speed: qualitative results from the HUSSAR project (2007)
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Fuller, R., Hannigan, B., Bates, H., Gormley, M., Stradling, S. G., Broughton, P., …O'Dolan, C. (2007). Understanding inappropriate high speed: qualitative results from the HUSSAR project. Behavioural Research in Road Safety,

We know that inappropriate high speed (IHS) is related to driver collision frequency and severity. The strategic goals of this safety project are to inform drivers of the risks of IHS, to improve attitudes and behaviour in relation to speed choice an... Read More about Understanding inappropriate high speed: qualitative results from the HUSSAR project.

The modelling of motorcycle ownership and usage: a UK study (2007)
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Burge, P., Fox, J., Kouvenhoeven, M., Rohr, C., & Wigan, M. (2007). The modelling of motorcycle ownership and usage: a UK study. Transportation research record, 59-68. https://doi.org/10.3141/2031-08

This paper presents work, undertaken for the UK Department for Transport, to help determine how policy could affect motorcycle usage. There are two important choices that determine potential motorcycle use: the decision to own a motorcycle, and conti... Read More about The modelling of motorcycle ownership and usage: a UK study.

Letter from Edinburgh - governance, economic performance and economic disparities in Scotland (2007)
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Brown, R., McQuaid, R. W., & Newlands, D. (2007). Letter from Edinburgh - governance, economic performance and economic disparities in Scotland. Regions, 24-27

John Smith, when Leader of the Labour Party, said that devolution was “the settled will of the Scottish people”. However, far from quelling debates about governance – and particularly the implications for economic policy and performance in Scotland... Read More about Letter from Edinburgh - governance, economic performance and economic disparities in Scotland.

Beyond beyond. (2007)
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Turner, M. (2007). Beyond beyond. Journal of Visual Culture, 6, 349-353. https://doi.org/10.1177/1470412907084513

My paper reviews the evidence for, and the reasons why science exhibit design evidently fails to convey cognitive knowledge through affective display. Evidence is drawn on pilot interviews with curators, designers and visitors at science exhibits in... Read More about Beyond beyond..

The role of renewable and non-renewable sources for meeting future UK energy needs (2007)
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Asif, M., Currie, J., & Muneer, T. (2007). The role of renewable and non-renewable sources for meeting future UK energy needs. International Journal of Nuclear Governance, Economy and Ecology, 1, 372-383. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJNGEE.2007.016657

Provision of sufficient, affordable and secure energy is very crucial for modern economies. Countries across the world are facing energy challenges one way or the other. This article discusses the present energy scenario of the UK and the emerging ch... Read More about The role of renewable and non-renewable sources for meeting future UK energy needs.

Environmental adversity and uncertainty favour cooperation (2007)
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Andras, P., Lazarus, J., & Roberts, G. (2007). Environmental adversity and uncertainty favour cooperation. BMC Evolutionary Biology, 7, Article 240 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2148-7-240

Background A major cornerstone of evolutionary biology theory is the explanation of the emergence of cooperation in communities of selfish individuals. There is an unexplained tendency in the plant and animal world – with examples from alpine plants... Read More about Environmental adversity and uncertainty favour cooperation.

Benchmarking in National Health Service Procurement in Scotland (2007)
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Walker, S., Masson, R., Telford, R., & White, D. (2007). Benchmarking in National Health Service Procurement in Scotland. Health Services Management Research, 20, 253-260. https://doi.org/10.1258/095148407782219030

The paper reports the results of a study on benchmarking activities undertaken by the procurement organization within the National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland, namely National Procurement (previously Scottish Healthcare Supplies Contracts Branch... Read More about Benchmarking in National Health Service Procurement in Scotland.

Comparison of aluminium and stainless steel built-in storage solar water heater (2007)
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Asif, M., Currie, J., & Muneer, T. (2007). Comparison of aluminium and stainless steel built-in storage solar water heater. Building Services Engineering Research and Technology, 28, 293-303. https://doi.org/10.1177/0143624407082390

This article provides the results and findings of an experimental work undertaken in Pakistan that aimed to compare the performance of stainless steel and aluminium make built-in-storage solar waters. The experimental work undertaken as part of this... Read More about Comparison of aluminium and stainless steel built-in storage solar water heater.