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Protocol For Assessing Mobilization Of Peritoneal B Cells To The Pre-Metastatic Omentum In An Orthotopic Mouse Model Of Ovarian Cancer, Wonjae Lee, Hironari Akasaka, Honami Naora

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The omentum is a visceral adipose tissue that undergoes dynamic immunological changes prior to and following metastasis. Here, we present a protocol for assessing the mobilization of peritoneal B cells to the pre-metastatic omentum in a mouse ovarian cancer model. We describe steps for isolation and adoptive transfer of peritoneal donor B cells and their detection in the omentum of recipient mice. This protocol could be utilized to study the mobilization of peritoneal B cells to the omentum in other pathological contexts. For complete details on the use and execution of this protocol, please refer to Lee et al.

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The court dismissed the landlord's holdover petition alleging illegal sublet, unauthorized alterations (partition), and failure to install carpeting. The illegal sublet claim was dismissed for lack of proof of vacation or financial arrangement. The alteration and carpeting claims were dismissed due to waiver, as prior and current landlords implicitly consented by failing to object despite clear visibility and opportunities over a long tenancy. The tenant's reasonable accommodation defense for carpeting was not established.

Practices And Challenges In Measuring And Monitoring Construction Productivity, Laura Gutierrez-Bucheli Dr., C Savindi Ranthika Perera Dr, Duncan Maxwell A/Prof, Rachel Couper Dr.

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Construction productivity has been the focus of extensive analysis and study, with many attempts made to measure and monitor it. However, there is still significant ambiguity surrounding its definition, and there is little agreement on the most effective measurement approach. This systematic review investigates how productivity has been conceptualised and measured in construction research. The review has focused on exploring research foci and key features of the frameworks, including productivity definition, level of analysis, and measurement approach. Findings reveal current productivity measurement in construction research often focuses narrowly on specific tasks and short-term metrics, hindering the assessment of long-term impacts. …

Comparison Of Ageing-Friendly Supporting Facilities Between Self-Financed And Government-Subsidized Residential Care Homes: Evidence From China, Yueran Li, Mei-Yung Leung

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Ageing-friendly supporting facilities are commonly implemented in residential care homes for older people. These facilities not only support the daily activities of older people but also affect their physical and psychological health. However, the development of ageing-friendly supporting facilities usually varies among homes due to differences in construction and operational funding. In order to better accommodate older residents, it is essential to compare the ageing-friendly supporting facilities across different residential care homes and identify the key variances. A total of 69 samples were collected from two primary categories of residential care homes in China, namely self-financed homes and government-subsidized homes. …

Improving User Experience Through Bedroom Lighting Services For Older People Living In Personal Houses, Mei-Yung Leung, Yueran Li

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The global ageing tendency underscores the necessity for indoor building services to accommodate the needs of older adults. Bedroom lighting services encompass both natural and electric lighting as well as supporting facilities such as light control, shading devices, and anti-reflection finishes. It facilitates visual interactions between occupants and their living environment. The user experience of older people reflects the extent to which current bedroom lighting services address their needs, which significantly influences their well-being in later years. Key aspects valued by older users can be divided into the sufficiency of task lighting, evenness during movement, navigation in the room, convenience, …

Developing Amenities To Create More Sustainable And Inclusive Human Settlements, Jeremy Thobo Gibberd Dr

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Sustainable human settlements are the totality of any organised human community whether a city, town or village. This includes amenities such as parks, sports facilities, libraries, schools and clinics. Rapid urbanisation and a lack of resources in many developing countries, such as South Africa, mean that some human settlements may not have these amenities. A lack of amenities in human settlements affects the quality of life and hampers the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including those for health (SDG3), education (SDG4), inequality (SDG10), and sustainable cities (SDG11). In South Africa, a lack of amenities in human settlements also affects …

Exploring The Interplay Between Digital Technologies And Circular Procurement In The Construction Industry: Current Trends And Future Research Directions, Benjamin Kwaku Ababio, Weisheng Lu, Prince Antwi-Afari, Frank Ato Ghansah Dr

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Amidst advancements in the adoption of digital technologies (DT) for the construction industry, the supply and value chain management function has undergone significant transformation in recent times. This transformation has created new possibilities for enhancing sustainability practices in the industry, with circular procurement (CP) as an undoubtedly crucial strategy to achieve circular economy goals on construction projects. However, the links between DT and CP, as well as their implications for construction supply chain processes, have remained unclear with limited research attention. This study addresses the knowledge gap by employing a comprehensive review of extant literature to gather insights into the …

Advancing Sustainability Through Smart Building Concepts In Developing Countries: Insights From Ghana, Frank Ato Ghansah Dr, Amos Darko Dr, Maxwell Fordjour Antwi-Afari Dr, Benjamin Kwaku Ababio, Young Bert, Rafiu Seidu, Nazif Amina, De-Graft Owusu-Manu

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The last decade has seen a paradigm shift in building sector research from sustainable building to smart building, and it is anticipated that these two concepts will merge, meeting the increasing demands of the United Nations sustainable development goals 3, 9, 11, 13, and 17. However, it is discernible from prior studies that developing countries lack the proper means to adopt the smart building concept to achieve sustainability in the building sector, and this has received inadequate attention in existing studies. Thus, this study identifies the critical factors to adopt the smart building concept for sustainability throughout the building lifecycle …

Smart Device Energy Adaptation: Critical Drivers Towards Energy Sustainability In Purpose-Built Student Housing Market In Ghana, Iruka C. Anugwo, Miller W. Appau, Elvis Attakora-Amaniampong, Jachike C. Anugwo

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The high demand and energy consumption in student housing raise significant financial, social, environmental, and organizational concerns in achieving sustainability. This study assesses the critical drivers of smart energy adaptation among Purpose-Built student housing in Ghana. The study used a quantitative research method, whilst 225 questionnaire surveys were distributed among the student housing investors (through Public-Private Partnership) within eight public tertiary and technical universities in Ghana. The study findings uncovered eight energy devices used in student housing in Ghana, which were classified into entertainment, cooking, learning, ventilation, heating, laundry, consumer electronics, and personal grooming appliances. Thus, a 59%, 25%, and …

A System Dynamics Model For Urban Sprawl And Its Impact On Sustainability, Bahaa Chammout, Ramy Khalef, Islam H. El-Adaway

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The exponential population growth and global urbanization have resulted in a surge in the demand for housing, thereby intensifying the demand for construction material resources. Nonetheless, the construction industry continues to be a significant contributor to global pollution, with its annual carbon dioxide emissions exceeding 35% of global emissions. Furthermore, the industry generates substantial construction and demolition (C&D) waste, comprising 20-29% of all US solid waste. To address these environmental concerns, a fundamental understanding of the management of construction resources and C&D wastes is needed. To this end, the goal of this paper is to propose a system dynamics model …

Strategies For Mitigating The Challenges Of Post-Disaster Reconstruction Projects: A Systematic Literature Review, Alexander E. Omoraka, Temitope Egbelakin, Sittimont Kanjanabootra

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The impacts of disasters range from social to physical, which comprise psychological impacts, economic impacts, casualties, damage to buildings and infrastructure, etc. While developing countries like Nigeria and Nepal are prone to suffering more human casualties, the effects of disasters in developed countries like Australia and Japan are felt more in buildings and infrastructure. Disasters leave the affected areas deprived of the capacity to function normally without support. Construction projects constitute the greatest loss component in the event of major disasters and thus render people homeless, insecure, and susceptible to unpleasant conditions. This makes post-disaster reconstruction a must in places …

The Use Of 4ir By Architects In Prevention Of Pre-Construction Project Delays In South Africa, Linda Akoth Miss, Saidi Finzi Dr, Rebecca Alowo Dr, Musonda Innocent Prof

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The purpose of this poster, based on a master's degree research is to examine how 4IR affects architects' abilities in South African pre-construction project development planning. The study will examine the competencies needed by architects in the early phases of project development, with an emphasis on their capacity to conceptualize, design, and schedule projects in a way that satisfies client needs, complies with legal requirements, and advances sustainability objectives. In addition to a thorough literature review to determine the body of knowledge already in existence on this subject, the research will include an overview of the potential application of 4IR …

Stakeholder Partnership Barriers Towards Achieving Net Zero Carbon Building, Justina Falana, Robert Osei-Kyei, Vivian Wy Tam

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As the world is shifting towards achieving NZC (net zero carbon) by 2050, the building sector is acknowledged as a promising way towards achieving this objective. Besides, the transition towards NZCB (net zero carbon building) has been slow. This calls for the immediate attention and partnership of the stakeholders to assist in achieving carbon emissions reduction in the building sector. However, even though realizing NZCB relies on effective stakeholder partnerships, it is still a struggle for these stakeholders to syndicate. Nevertheless, only limited studies have adequately explored the barriers impeding the effective partnership of the stakeholders in delivering NZCB. Meanwhile, …

The Performance Of Key Stakeholders Relative To Construction Health And Safety In South Africa, John Julian Smallwood, Peter Dobson

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Construction health and safety (H&S) remains a challenge in South Africa, which manifests itself in accidents, fatalities, injuries, and ill-health. Furthermore, previous research findings and anecdotal evidence indicate that key stakeholders are not H&S compliant. The quantitative method was adopted for the study reported on, which entailed the completion of a self-administered questionnaire by delegates attending the Industry Day of a construction safety, health, and wellbeing conference in Cape Town, South Africa, prior to the commencement of the presentations. The aim of the study was to determine the extent to which, inter alia, Construction H&S Agents (CHSAs) and Construction H&S …

Barriers To Financing Climate Change Actions In Infrastructure Projects In Ghana, Isaac Akomea-Frimpong, Amma Kyewaa Agyekum, Taden John, Alexander Baah Amoakwa, Comfort Owusu Kedjah

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Climate change alters how often damaging events such as floods and fires occur, and how severe they are. This is likely to increase damage and disruption to ongoing and completed public infrastructure projects in Ghana such as Keta Port Project, District and regional hospital projects, West Africa Petroleum Hub, Takoradi Gas Tank Farms, and expansion of second cycle educational institutions under the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy. Damages to these infrastructure projects in Ghana as result of climate change affect people, communities, and the economy, through direct damages and flow-on (indirect) impacts such as disruptions to businesses, productivity, …

Critical Esg Assessment Criteria For Public-Private Partnership Projects: A Pareto Analysis Of Literature, Caleb Boadi, Robert Osei-Kyei, Vivian Wy Tam

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Attempts to develop targeted industry-to-industry Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) assessment criteria have become a daunting task. However, these assessment criteria are critical for investment decision in Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects. The need for a clear definition of ESG criteria and measurement metrics has been a topical research need after the covid 19 pandemic. This study presents a comprehensive look at ESG assessment criteria that focuses on PPP projects by presenting 35 criteria that are realised in literature. This study has used a systematic literature review and pareto analysis to investigate this matter. Critical environmental, social and governance practices of …

Open Building And Its Implementation In Architectural Education: From Reality And Practice To Pedagogy, Beisi Jia

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The open buildings movement was one of the important architectural movements in the late 20th century. Open buildings have significantly contributed to the criticism of modernism and promoted sustainable architecture. However, the teaching concepts and methodology of open buildings still need to be integrated into traditional architectural design methods. In this work, a design course is introduced and analyzed on the basis of a joint teaching program with three universities in China. This study aims to demonstrate a set of teaching methodologies for students to experience the concepts of stability and mobility in design. The study first introduces the objectives, …

Strategic Facilities Management Contingencies Implemented By Office Real Estate Owners In Response To Drought Risks In Cape Town, Saul Nurick Dr, Kathy Michell Professor, David Porter Mr

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Climate change has impacted the natural water supply in South Africa. This has resulted in a more intentional adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives, specifically within the context of real estate. Water management is one of the key ESG factors, which became apparent to office real estate owners during the 2018 drought in Cape Town. Strategic facilities management (FM) is recognised as the crucial link to ensure that strategic real estate goals are achieved. A form of strategic FM pertaining to water is defined as water management features and initiatives (WMFIs). The research comprised a multiple case study …

Energy Consumption Intensity Indicators And Sustainability Benchmarking In The Hotel Industry: Perceptions Of Stakeholders In The Dach Region, Alexander Schick, Alexander Redlein

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Current legislation mandates that some parts of the European hotel industry implement intensity metrics and benchmarking systems to monitor its environmental impact for non-financial reporting purposes. Comprehending and optimizing resource consumption is crucial for enhancing sustainability and boosting operational efficiency. This research aims to develop intensity indicators to measure energy consumption relevant to the hotel industry and create a framework for efficient benchmarking clusters. Using a qualitative research approach, 16 semi-structured interviews with four stakeholder groups from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH) are conducted to gain in-depth insights from different perspectives. Grounded Theory and content analysis serve as a methodology …

Interpretable Modelling Of Greenhouse Environment Through Sindy Approach, Hanyu Zhou, Yifan Ding, Chang’An Liu, Hongyi Wang

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Modelling of greenhouse environment is crucial for maintaining the optimal environment for crop growth. Digital twins are widely used in greenhouse modeling due to their real-time reflection of reality. However, most existing Digital twins for greenhouse are based on data-driven models. This method is highly dependent on the dataset and lacks interpretability and generalizability. In this study, a knowledge-infused data-driven model was built by using sparse identification of nonlinear dynamical systems (SINDy). We collected 1927 sets of environmental data from a solar greenhouse in the cold region of China during the period from 22 February to 28 February 2024, and …

A Whole Life Cycle Approach To Circular Economy Interventions In The Residential Sector: Systematic Literature Review, Dona Iresha Chandanie Gurusinghe, Usha Iyer-Raniga, Trivess Moore

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The residential sector is responsible for substantial resource consumption, waste generation, and pollutant emissions. This is largely due to the conventional linear economy model, which relies on resource extraction and generates significant waste and emissions through a "take-make-dispose" approach. This linear market approach is incompatible with a low-carbon future. In contrast, the Circular Economy (CE) promotes a sustainable closed-loop system that prolongs and optimises resource utilisation, benefiting economic, environmental, and social domains as required for a low-carbon future. The concept of CE remains under-explored in the residential sector. This paper presents a systematic literature review of existing CE interventions in …

Effects Of Dormitory Design Factors On Migrant Workers’ Mental Health In Singapore, Tianxiang Lan, Yang Miang Goh, Hanxiao Wang, Xinping Hu

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Migrant workers face vulnerability and unique mental health challenges in their host countries. Housing designs may affect the residents’ mental health, yet few studies have investigated this relationship in the migrant worker dormitory context. In this study, we investigated this question by surveying the design factors of migrant workers’ dormitories and their mental health states measured by the short version of the Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale (SWEMWBS). We found that those migrant workers’ mental health is correlated with whether one has a pleasant window view, defined as green, blue (water feature) or long-distance view. The findings suggest that the elements …

Building A Better Future: The Australian Journey Towards Achieving Sustainable Development Through Social Procurement Policies, Malsha Gimhani Kathriarachchige Dona, Muhammad Jamaluddin Thaheem, Dominic Doe Ahiaga-Dagbui, Asheem Shrestha

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Social procurement is a recent policy development in public administration that has blurred the traditional boundaries of governance by collaborating with the private sector for societal transformation and wicked issues resolution. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) emphasise the significance of inclusive growth and development, prompting governments worldwide to employ social procurement policy initiatives within the infrastructure sector as a practical vehicle for achieving the transformative vision. This has given rise to a vast array of social procurement policies within Australian governments. However, the creation of these policies has also generated significant confusion, especially regarding the effective implementation and evaluation of …

The Viability Of Product-Service Systems In The Uk Built Environment: An Exploratory Appraisal, Sasha Swannell Mr, Alex Copping Dr

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There is growing industrial consensus that the built environment must rapidly transition to a more circular economy to maximises resource lifespan, minimises waste, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. While circularity often focuses on design and waste reduction, new business models are essential for enabling this transition. Product-service systems (PSSs), a circular business proposition centred on product or service usage rather than ownership, has been the subject of growing research. Comprehensive feasibility appraisals on PSSs in this sector, however, are lacking. As such, this study employs Stewart Brand's 'shearing layers' concept to analyse the viability of PSSs in the built environment …

Identifying Uncertainty In Interpreting Building Regulations Through Conservative, Pragmatic, And Romantic Perspectives, Peter Nørkjær Gade, Judith Fauth, Eilif Hjelseth, Mouloud Messaoudi, Jonas Goul Pedersen, Nawari O. Nawari

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This article examines the critical issue of uncertainty in the construction industry, particularly in the realm of automated building code compliance. The study explores Fallman’s framework on how different design perspectives, Conservative, Pragmatic, and Romantic, impact the perception and management of uncertainty within building projects. A theoretical framework based on Fallman's design accounts was employed to guide semi-structured interviews with industry professionals, uncovering how uncertainty influences design and regulatory processes, particularly in the context of building permits. Findings demonstrate that each design perspective offers unique strengths and limitations in handling uncertainty: Conservative approaches favour strict rule adherence, Pragmatic strategies emphasize …

The Flexibility Of Detached Wooden Houses By Local Builders In Japan, Toru Eguchi, Rise Tanaka, Hideaki Sumikura, Shiro Watanabe

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This study examines the flexibility of detached wooden houses supplied by local builders, which constitute a significant portion of Japan's housing production. Historically, prior to World War II, wooden houses dominated the housing supply in Japan, with standardized modules prevalent nationwide. Moreover, century-old wooden houses, considered local historic assets, continue to be utilized through component replacements, additions, and refurbishments, highlighting the inherent flexibility of Japan's wooden housing system. Despite the postwar rise of reinforced concrete and steel-frame houses, numerous local builders emerged across Japan and retain a substantial presence in the current housing market with wooden houses.

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Evaluation Of The Hygrothermal Behavior Of A Full-Scale Adobe Evaporative Cooler: A Possible Solution For Food Storage In Vulnerable Communities., Camila Catherine De Morais Cassundé, Andrea Naguissa Yuba

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Using evaporative cooling to preserve food using artisanal construction techniques on land is an alternative to provide more autonomy for vulnerable communities. Still, studies are needed to prove their efficiency under different conditions. An adobe evaporative cooler with a capacity for 1 ton of produce was developed and built by Davalo (2021) in Campo Grande, MS, Brazil, and required additional studies of hygrothermal behavior and efficiency. To give sequence to her work, this research is conducted by the same lab, and aimed to determine the best operating conditions of this cooler through complementary real measurements of hygrothermal performance and determine …

The Adoption Of The Circular Economy By Small And Medium Sized Enterprises In The Pakistan Construction Sector, Khurram Iqbal Ahmad Khan, Roger Flanagan

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Circular economy (CE) provides an alternative paradigm to the take, make, and dispose approach focusing on the use of resources for an unlimited period. The CE is being propounded by all nations, but it has been devised by the developed economies with a lack of focus on the developing economies. For CE to be successfully implemented on a global scale, there is a need to understand and incorporate the dynamics of the developing economies for CE implementation. Pakistan is among developing economies where there is a need to adopt circular economy practices. The Pakistan construction sector is important, but there …

Public Space Is More Than Architecture: A Critique To An Urban Renewal Project In Shenzhen, China, Cheng Li, Zhidi Cheng, Jilin Li

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Urban regeneration is a multifaceted process that encompasses both the physical change of locations and the social and cultural reimagining of communities. This study analyzes an industrial heritage renewal project in Shenzhen, China, utilizing urban planning theories including Jacobs' Great Streets and Lydon’s Tactical Urbanism. The study emphasizes the disparity between architecture design implementation and the problems and the way of improvement in urban regeneration initiatives. It underscores the significance of public space design and management for sustained success, providing insights into how urban design may enhance community engagement and elevate quality of life. This study seeks to offer pragmatic …

Towards A Participatory Assessment Of Community Flood Resilience, Ezekiel Olatunji, David Proverbs, Chaminda Pathirage, Subashini Suresh Dr, Olutayo Ekundayo

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Existing Community Flood Resilience (CFR) frameworks often integrate a range of dimensions to measure flood resilience, but social indicators are often overlooked or neglected due to the challenges involved in gathering information and quantifying these aspects. This research presents a novel methodology towards the development of a more comprehensive CFR framework. The methodology presented combines quantitative and qualitative insights through a participatory mixed-methods approach. Initially, the Delphi process is used to co-develop resilience indicators with professional experts drawn from key stakeholders including the Environment Agency, Local Authorities and National Flood Forum, as well as a range of community representatives. This …