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- Manning, Peter, et al.
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Transferring biodiversity-ecosystem function research to the management of 'real-world' ecosystems
- 2019
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In: Mechanisms underlying the relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem function. - London : Elsevier. - 9780081029121 - 9780081029138 ; , s. 323-356
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Book chapter (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Biodiversity-ecosystem functioning (BEF) research grew rapidly following concerns that biodiversity loss would negatively affect ecosystem functions and the ecosystem services they underpin. However, despite evidence that biodiversity strongly affects ecosystem functioning, the influence of BEF research upon policy and the management of 'real-world' ecosystems, i.e., semi-natural habitats and agroecosystems, has been limited. Here, we address this issue by classifying BEF research into three clusters based on the degree of human control over species composition and the spatial scale, in terms of grain, of the study, and discussing how the research of each cluster is best suited to inform particular fields of ecosystem management. Research in the first cluster, small-grain highly controlled studies, is best able to provide general insights into mechanisms and to inform the management of species-poor and highly managed systems such as croplands, plantations, and the restoration of heavily degraded ecosystems. Research from the second cluster, small-grain observational studies, and species removal and addition studies, may allow for direct predictions of the impacts of species loss in specific semi-natural ecosystems. Research in the third cluster, large-grain uncontrolled studies, may best inform landscape-scale management and national-scale policy. We discuss barriers to transfer within each cluster and suggest how new research and knowledge exchange mechanisms may overcome these challenges. To meet the potential for BEF research to address global challenges, we recommend transdisciplinary research that goes beyond these current clusters and considers the social-ecological context of the ecosystems in which BEF knowledge is generated. This requires recognizing the social and economic value of biodiversity for ecosystem services at scales, and in units, that matter to land managers and policy makers.
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- Soffietti, R, et al.
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Management of Low-Grade Gliomas
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In: European Handbook of Neurological Management. - Oxford, UK : Blackwell Publishing Ltd. - 9781405185349 - 9781444346268 ; , s. 213-223
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- Emmanouil, A., et al.
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Anamnesis via the Internet : Prospects and pilot results
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In: MEDINFO 2001. - Amsterdam, Netherlands : IOS Press. - 9781586031947 - 9781607509288 ; 84:Pt 1, s. 805-9
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Book chapter (peer-reviewed)abstract
- A comprehensive computerized questionnaire was developed to obtain the anamnesis of patients seeking contact with a physician for any type of new problem. The purpose of this pilot study was to investigate ifa structured questionnaire filled out by the patient and complementing an interview at the physician’s office would contribute to a better quality of the total anamnesis and/or lead to savings in time at the visit. The results encourage further developments in this direction. The potential uses proposed are, in addition to being used to improve a visit, the correct assessment of the history for prioritization and scheduling of visits and in some situations, the anamnesis obtained over the net may be the basis for medical advice without a visit. This study emphasizes the great improvement of information captured by this type of questionnaire based on medical knowledge about associated symptoms and relevant questions depending on the problem presented compared to the results obtained by a simple open question used in many e-health services today.
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- Francisco, R., et al.
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Knowledge on the move : Expansive learning among mobile workers
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In: Online Collaboration and Communication in Contemporary Organizations. - : IGI Global. - 9781522540953 - 9781522540953 ; , s. 179-200
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Book chapter (other academic/artistic)abstract
- Mobile workers are professionals who frequently work on the move, far from a fixed workplace, often performing knowledge-intensive activities. Mobility challenges creation and sharing of knowledge among these professionals, and the existing literature lacks powerful theoretical frameworks conducive to creating supportive learning pathways for them to meet these challenges. This chapter is a theoretical and practical contribution to fill this gap by analyzing a case of expansive learning initiated by mobile workers themselves. Based on longitudinal participant observation, the study traces the steps undertaken by these professionals to create a new artifact that helped them to know what, when, where, and how they needed to perform their work activities. © 2018, IGI Global. All rights reserved.
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- Hardman, k, et al.
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PE – Area Report
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In: n Petry, Froberg & Madella (Eds (2006). AEHESIS Project. Report of the third year. - Köln : German Sport University Cologne.
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