Energy in Central Africa : with special reference to Zaire by Bisengo, Kumbu

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Economic costs, impacts and financing strategies for mental health in South Africa by Docrat, Sumaiyah

“…The household economic factors associated with increased depression symptom severity on a continuum are reported; and demonstrate that financial risk protection efforts are needed across this continuum. The thesis concludes by synthesizing findings towards an improved understanding of the key lessons that can be learned from other LMICs toward sustainable financing for mental health; the economic burden of inadequate mental health care to households in South Africa; and the efficiency of existing mental health investments and inequities in resourcing and access. …”
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Simulation and optimization model for the construction of electrical substations by Fayed, Rania

“…On another hand, the construction industry is turning out to be progressively competitive throughout the years, whereby the need to persistently discover approaches to enhance construction performance. …”
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Qualitative characteristics of selected Atriplex nummularia (Hatfield Select)

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Substitution in demand for energy and implications for mitigation of carbon emissions in Nigeria : an econometric approach

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The stoichiometry and kinetics of biological heat generation in the aerobic stage of dual digestion by Messenger, John

“…In this evaluation a number of important considerations needed to be addressed such as (1) oxygen requirements and oxygen utilization efficiency with pure oxygen and air oxygenation, (2) minimum retention time that can be achieved in the aerobic reactor and in the anaerobic digestor without comprormsmg the attainment of thermophilic temperature in the reactor and VS removal, gas production and sludge stability in the digestor, (3) temperature control of the aerobic reactor and anaerobic digestor, ( 4) efficacy of pathogen inactivation and mode of operation to prevent recontamination, (5) dewaterability of the anaerobically digested sludge, (6) operation and economic evaluation of the system. …”
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Conception of a flexible workpiece carrier to enable automated activities during transportation using a mobile manipulator by Weitkamper, Jens

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The public-private mix health care resources distribution implications for equity : Kampala district, Uganda by Mubangizi, Deus Bazira

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Local government's response to climate change : case study on mitigation measures within the City of Tshwane

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Thermal Insulation and Fire Protection Plaster for FRP System Incorporating Aerogel Nanoparticles and Phyllosilicates by Ghaly, Athnasious

“…Time, quality, economy, and sustainability are the main factors that control this field, and for that, new systems keep being introduced to the market to reduce the time of repair and enhance its efficiency. Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) Systems are the most advanced type of systems that have been used in the strengthening and repair field for the last few decades for their minimal time of application, limited space needed, and high durability. …”
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An automotive interior lighting application using white light-emitting diodes by Solomon, Ramzi, Pillay, P., Sebitosi, A. B.

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Private sector participation in solid waste management in urban areas in Ghana by Duut, Jacob Mibuika

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Greening the Cement Industry in Egypt: Exploring Decarbonisation Policies for the Cement Industry by Elghamrawi, Saleh

“…The study highlights several opportunities for reducing carbon emissions, including the utilization of alternative fuels and raw materials, the implementation of more efficient production processes and utilization of renewable energy sources. …”
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Towards context aware opportunistic forwarding in social pervasive systems by Al Ayyat, Soumaia

“…We focus on the challenges facing such algorithms and the drawbacks in performance as relates to efficiency, effectiveness, power awareness, and utilization fairness. …”
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The effects of Performance-Based Financing on the uptake of health services in low-and-middle-income countries: A systematic review by Ezeogu, Obioma

“…Conclusion PBF had a mixed effect on the uptake of targeted health care services in LMICs, more research is needed for robust evidence; to substantiate PBF's effect on improving, for example institutional delivery to reduce maternal mortality in LMICs.…”
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An interactive construction deployment planning model for the SKA project by Rens, Johannes Petrus

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Can trade effluent charges promote compliance and address water security risks in Nairobi’s manufacturing industries? by Busolo, Joy

“…On the other hand corporate management need to incorporate water-use efficiency measures, sustainability and environmental protection within their strategies.…”
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Does temperature alter the relationship between sleep behaviour and non-communicable diseases in five different populations? by Marekerah, Queen Marvelous

“…The findings underscore the need to integrate climate variables into public health strategies aimed at mitigating the growing burden of NCDs.…”
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The effect of high solid retention times in activated sludge reactors on operational costs at Mitchells Plain WWTP by Pollard, Rudolph

“…This awareness and the need for energy efficiency will continue to escalate, especially with the SA energy supplier (ESKOM) continuing to request and apply escalation rates far above the inflation rate. …”
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