Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Nathan Teklemariam
Summary: The study analyzes participatory urban planning processes in Chicago, Sao Paulo, and Delhi, finding that public engagement varies among cities. Factors such as historical context and social equity also influence the level of participation and contribute to sustainable urban development.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Claire E. Brolan
Summary: In November 2022, Australia was ranked 55th out of 63 countries and country groupings in addressing climate crisis according to the climate change performance index report released at the COP27 United Nations conference in Egypt. Despite being a high-income country in the Pacific region, Australia lags behind other developed countries in tackling climate change. The change in government in May 2022 presents an important opportunity to review Australia's sustainable development policy over the past 35 years, particularly its impact on public health.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Joslyn Trowbridge, Julia Y. Tan, Sameera Hussain, Ahmed Esawi Babiker Osman, Erica Di Ruggiero
Summary: The study found that there are multiple competing conceptualizations of IA, with research focusing on case studies in high-income countries. There is a need for more conceptual clarity, analysis of applications in low-income countries, and exploration of political and institutional factors affecting IA.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Raneem Khaled, Heba Ali, Ehab K. A. Mohamed
Summary: This study develops a novel framework by hand-mapping the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their targets with a firm's sustainability practices, reflected in its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) scores. The mapping provides actionable solutions for firms to identify the connections between SDGs and ESG performance and measure their progress. Firm-specific characteristics such as profitability, size, and leverage can help explain variations in corporate sustainability performance, with certain SDGs and targets being more relevant to the business sector.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Review
Urology & Nephrology
Valerie A. Luyckx, Ziyad Al-Aly, Aminu K. Bello, Ezequiel Bellorin-Font, Raul G. Carlini, June Fabian, Guillermo Garcia-Garcia, Arpana Iyengar, Mohammed Sekkarie, Wim van Biesen, Ifeoma Ulasi, Karen Yeates, John Stanifer
Summary: More than 5 million people die annually from lack of access to critical treatments for kidney disease globally. Kidney disease is often diagnosed late and its burden is underestimated. Prevention of kidney disease is cost-effective but requires a multi-sectoral approach.
NATURE REVIEWS NEPHROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chih-Cheng Huang, Yung-Kuan Chan, Ming Yuan Hsieh
Summary: This research investigates the determinants of ESG for community LOHASism sustainable development strategy using the principles and indicators of LOHASism, Environment Society and Governance (ESG), and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The study provides valuable findings, including comprehensive solutions to the research question, identification of the most important sustainable development indicators, and insights into community residents' expectations.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ana Filipa Silva, M. Isabel Sanchez-Hernandez, Luisa Cagica Carvalho
Summary: This study explores the challenges of implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the local public administration level and emphasizes the crucial role of local and regional governments in this process. The UN's 2030 Agenda provides guidance for local public administration, but successfully implementing the SDGs is not a straightforward task.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Solene Guenat, Phil Purnell, Zoe G. Davies, Maximilian Nawrath, Lindsay C. Stringer, Giridhara Rathnaiah Babu, Muniyandi Balasubramanian, Erica E. F. Ballantyne, Bhuvana Kolar Bylappa, Bei Chen, Peta De Jager, Andrea Del Prete, Alessandro Di Nuovo, Cyril O. Ehi-Eromosele, Mehran Eskandari Torbaghan, Karl L. Evans, Markus Fraundorfer, Wissem Haouas, Josephat U. Izunobi, Juan Carlos Jauregui-Correa, Bilal Y. Kaddouh, Sonia Lewycka, Ana C. MacIntosh, Christine Mady, Carsten Maple, Worku N. Mhiret, Rozhen Kamal Mohammed-Amin, Olukunle Charles Olawole, Temilola Oluseyi, Caroline Orfila, Alessandro Ossola, Marion Pfeifer, Tony Pridmore, Moti L. Rijal, Christine C. Rega-Brodsky, Ian D. Robertson, Christopher D. F. Rogers, Charles Rouge, Maryam B. Rumaney, Mmabaledi K. Seeletso, Mohammed Z. Shaqura, L. M. Suresh, Martin N. Sweeting, Nick Taylor Buck, M. U. Ukwuru, Thomas Verbeek, Hinrich Voss, Zia Wadud, Xinjun Wang, Neil Winn, Martin Dallimer
Summary: Robotics and autonomous systems have a significant impact on the world, transforming healthcare, food production, and biodiversity management. They have the potential to change how Sustainable Development Goals are achieved by replacing and supporting human activities, driving innovation, and improving remote access and monitoring. However, they also bring risks such as reinforcing inequalities, exacerbating environmental change, and affecting freedom and privacy through inadequate governance. Thorough examination of technological developments and explicit consideration of robotics and autonomous systems are crucial to prevent unintended detrimental consequences and avoid reversing progress or exacerbating inequalities in future iterations of the Sustainable Development Goals.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Anas A. Salameh, Sajid Amin, Muhammad Hassan Danish, Nabila Asghar, Rana Tahir Naveed, Mubbasher Munir
Summary: This research aims to identify the determining factors of subjective well-being in Pakistan. The findings suggest that factors such as income, education, government effectiveness, and perceived institutional quality improve well-being, while low trust in family and friends, poor health status, and dissatisfaction with services lower the level of well-being.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Judith E. Krauss, Andrea Jimenez Cisneros, Marina Requena-I-Mora
Summary: This article explores whether the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) achieve their goals of integration, indivisibility, and balance, and go beyond previously agreed language. It analyzes five goals and their interlinking indicators, focusing on decoloniality and equity. The article finds that trade-offs, absences, and justice shortcomings question the achievement of the SDGs' objectives of leaving no one behind. It argues that recognizing absences, trade-offs, and equity shortcomings are key prerequisites to attain genuine transformations for justice and sustainability through the SDGs.
SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
David Mayer-Foulkes, Edson Servan-Mori, Gustavo Nigenda
Summary: To achieve Sustainable Development Goals and promote health, it is crucial to enhance the technological capacity of disadvantaged populations. Closing the technological gap requires the implementation of public policies to promote technological innovation and dissemination, which is a significant component of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda and the Pan American Health Organization's 2018-2030 Sustainable Health Agenda.
REVISTA PANAMERICANA DE SALUD PUBLICA-PAN AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Arianna Gentilini, Iva Parvanova
Summary: This study aimed to assess the relationship between funding from UK-based patient organisations and companies' commercial interests. The results show that almost all funds from pharmaceutical companies were directed to patient organisations that are aligned with companies' approved drug portfolios and research and development pipelines. Patient organisations focusing on rare diseases received more funding relative to the number of patients affected by these conditions and relied more heavily on payments from fewer companies compared to organisations targeting non-rare diseases.
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Purva Grover, Arpan Kumar Kar, Shivam Gupta, Sachin Modgil
Summary: This study examines how political leaders influence sustainable development goals through Twitter. Findings show that leaders primarily discuss certain aspects of SDGs while neglecting others, highlighting the need for involving key stakeholders in promoting SDGs. The study provides valuable insights for prioritizing SDGs within countries, benefiting society as a whole.
JOURNAL OF ENTERPRISE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Farley Simon Nobre
Summary: This article examines the interactions between cultured meat and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through an integrative literature review and content analysis. The study proposes that cultured meat systems can contribute to a virtuous cycle of SDGs and well-being, but they need to address the challenges in achieving sustainable development. The article provides insights for policymakers to foster a virtuous cycle and outlines the strategic capabilities required for long-term sustainable values in the context of cultured meat.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Geography
Marianna Guareschi, Maria Cecilia Mancini, Filippo Arfini
Summary: This paper aims to develop a methodology based on the European Union horizon 2020 Strength2food project that can measure the contribution of Geographical Indication (GI) production systems to the fulfillment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by analyzing the connection between public goods generated by GIs and the SDGs.
JOURNAL OF RURAL STUDIES
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Alba Llop-Girones, Azucena Santillan-Garcia, Lucinda Cash-Gibson, Joan Benach, Adelaida Zabalegui
Summary: It is emphasized that nurses need to be fully protected to carry out their vital role, but the lack of standardized and systematic collection of disaggregated data on nurses health inhibits our ability to assess the situation. The inconsistent recording and definitions of nurses, precarious employment conditions, limited transparent data, lack of mass testing and long-standing structural issues and biases have affected nursing for too long.
INTERNATIONAL NURSING REVIEW
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Annette Cassy, Sergio Chicumbe, Abuchahama Saifodine, Rose Zulliger
Summary: This study found that health facility access and socioeconomic barriers are important constraints to seeking malaria treatment for children in Mozambique. Age, education level, and household wealth status were associated with care seeking behavior. The main reasons for not seeking care included distance to health facility, perception of the fever as not severe, and perception of treatment unavailability.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ivan Manhica, Orvalho Augusto, Kenneth Sherr, James Cowan, Rosa Marlene Cuco, Saozinha Agostinho, Bachir C. Macuacua, Isaias Ramiro, Naziat Carimo, Maria Benigna Matsinhe, Stephen Gloyd, Sergio Chicumbe, Raimundo Machava, Stelio Tembe, Quinhas Fernandes
Summary: COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted tuberculosis diagnosis services in Mozambique, with a decrease in reported cases in 2020, partially recovering towards the end of the year.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Joan Benach, Carles Muntaner
Summary: Every year, millions of small arms and billions of rounds of ammunition are manufactured worldwide, leading to hundreds of deaths from firearms each day. This article examines the historical and cultural context that has shaped the U.S.'s gun culture and mentality regarding the right to bear arms, challenging the belief that such mentality is an intrinsic and unchangeable element of U.S. culture.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH AND HEALTH SERVICES
(2023)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Maria Grazia Lain, Sergio Chicumbe, Anna Cantarutti, Gloria Porcu, Loide Cardoso, Nicola Cotugno, Paolo Palma, Rajendra Pahwa, Suresh Pallikkuth, Stefano Rinaldi, Paula Vaz, Savita Pahwa
Summary: Psychosocial support (PSS) for caregivers of HIV-infected infants is crucial for ART adherence and long-term viral suppression. This study in Mozambique found that the standard PSS approach alone was insufficient in identifying barriers to adherence, highlighting the need for a comprehensive, patient-centered PSS package of care tailored to caregivers and their children.
AIDS CARE-PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIO-MEDICAL ASPECTS OF AIDS/HIV
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gabriel Lemkow-Tovias, Louis Lemkow, Lucinda Cash-Gibson, Ester Teixido-Compano, Joan Benach
Summary: Although the physical health of children seems to be less affected by the COVID-19 pandemic compared to adults, their mental health, learning, and wellbeing are likely to have been significantly negatively affected. This is due to various policy restrictions, such as withdrawal from face-to-face schooling, limited peer interactions, and increased exposure to the digital world. Children from vulnerable social backgrounds, especially girls, are expected to be most negatively affected.
SOCIOLOGY OF HEALTH & ILLNESS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Daniela C. Rodriguez, Ivalda Macicame, Antonio Adriano, Sergio Chicumbe, Pedro Duce, Almamy Kante, Victor A. Mavie, Etelvina Mbalane, Sheila Nhachungue, Nordino Titus, Fred Van Dyk, Agbessi Amouzou
Summary: Donor transitions, where externally funded programs transfer to country ownership and management, are increasingly common. The COMSA project in Mozambique, funded by the Gates Foundation, successfully implemented a transition plan to institutionalize its activities after the funding ended. The process included stakeholder engagement, securing financial commitments, capacity building, and supporting strategic planning.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ivalda Macicame, Almamy M. Kante, Emily Wilson, Brian Gilbert, Alain Koffi, Sheila Nhachungue, Celso Monjane, Pedro Duce, Antonio Adriano, Sergio Chicumbe, Ilesh Jani, Henry D. Kalter, Abhirup Datta, Scott Zeger, Robert E. Black, Eduardo Samo Gudo, Agbessi Amouzou
Summary: Sub-Saharan Africa lacks reliable national data on mortality and causes of death. Mozambique launched a sample registration system in 2018 to collect data on births, deaths, and causes of death. The collected data from 2019-2020 revealed high mortality rates among different age groups and prominent causes of death such as infections and diseases. The system presents an opportunity to build a comprehensive surveillance system.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2023)
Article
Economics
Laura Anselmi, Julius Ohrnberger, Eleonora Fichera, Pedroso Nhassengo, Quinhas F. Fernandes, Sergio Chicumbe
Summary: This study evaluated the population effects of a PBF program in Mozambique, focusing on child, maternal and HIV/AIDS care and knowledge. The impact of PBF was limited, with increased HIV testing during antenatal care for wealthier, more educated, or women in Gaza Province, and increased HIV knowledge for less wealthy, less educated, or women in Nampula Province. The effects were concentrated on less wealthy and less educated women whose closest facility was in the referral network of a PBF facility.
Article
Immunology
Bo Hu, Wei Yang, Paul Bouanchaud, Yolanda Chongo, Jennifer Wheeler, Sergio Chicumbe, Marcos Chissano
Summary: This study investigates the factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine acceptance in Mozambique and finds that institutional trust plays a crucial role. The study highlights the volatile nature of vaccine acceptance and emphasizes the importance of health communication and trust-building.
Article
Immunology
Dorlim Moiana Uetela, Sarah Gimbel, Celso Inguane, Onei Uetela, Aneth Dinis, Aleny Couto, Irenio Gaspar, Eduardo S. Gudo, Sergio Chicumbe, Sandra Gaveta, Orvalho Augusto, Kenneth Sherr
Summary: In 2018, Mozambique's Ministry of Health introduced guidelines for implementing eight differentiated service delivery models to optimize HIV service delivery. This study identified drivers and barriers to the implementation of these models, highlighting the importance of resources and training for frontline providers. COVID-19 had both positive and negative effects on the implementation, expediting individual models but interrupting group models temporarily. These findings can inform the design and implementation of differentiated service delivery models in Mozambique and other countries.
JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL AIDS SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Orvalho Augusto, Timothy Roberton, Quinhas Fernandes, Sergio Chicumbe, Ivan Manhica, Stelio Tembe, Bradley H. H. Wagenaar, Laura Anselmi, Jon Wakefield, Kenneth Sherr
Summary: This study assessed the early impact of COVID-19 on maternal and child healthcare service delivery in Mozambique and estimated the associated excess deaths. The results showed significant disruptions in service provision and a high number of excess deaths among children under five, neonates, and mothers. This study provides valuable insights for health system recovery planning in sub-Saharan Africa.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Maria Grazia Lain, Paula Vaz, Marco Sanna, Nalia Ismael, Sergio Chicumbe, Teresa Beatriz Simione, Anna Cantarutti, Gloria Porcu, Stefano Rinaldi, Lesley de Armas, Vinh Dinh, Suresh Pallikkuth, Rajendra Pahwa, Paolo Palma, Nicola Cotugno, Savita Pahwa
Summary: This study described the viral response over a two-year follow-up period for 39 perinatally HIV-infected infants in Mozambique who initiated treatment at one month of age. The findings showed a low rate of viral load suppression and a high rate of viral rebound. More frequent monitoring of viral response and timely adherence support for infants experiencing rebound are recommended. Tailored psychosocial support and differentiated service delivery should be provided for mother-baby pairs.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Julia Sambo, Adilson Fernando Loforte Bauhofer, Simone S. Boene, Marlene Djedje, Antonio Junior, Adalgisa Pilale, Luzia Goncalves, Nilsa de Deus, Sergio Chicumbe
Summary: This study found that the availability of nutrition and diarrhea services for children is low in Mozambique, with major unavailability observed for human resources, guidelines, and training. Nutrition services are positively associated with diarrhea service readiness and both services are associated with malaria and HIV service readiness.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Sergio Chicumbe, Maria do Rosario Oliveira Martins
Summary: This study identified amendable factors associated with peripartum complications in rural referral health settings. Strengthening hospitals' performance assurance is critical to address the identified factors and improve peripartum outcomes for mothers-neonate dyads.