Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
J. S. Litt, L. Coll-Planas, A. L. Sachs, M. Maso Aguado, M. Howarth
Summary: Social prescribing (SP) is a non-medical community referral program aimed at supporting well-being and health. This review examines the current evidence on the effectiveness of SP and identifies various models that have been tested or are being tested. The global interest in SP has increased, although concerns about its effectiveness and a need for high-quality evaluations remain.
CURRENT ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Tiago Miguel Ferreira, Rafael Ramirez Eudave
Summary: This paper discusses the issue of assessing and managing risk in historic urban centres, focusing on vulnerability assessment and data collection. It addresses the reasons behind the high risk in historical sites and explores future research directions in this field. The accuracy and calibration of different assessment methods are also discussed, ranging from empirical models to advanced artificial intelligence techniques.
FRONTIERS IN EARTH SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Zachary J. Baum, Xiang Yu, Philippe Y. Ayala, Yanan Zhao, Steven P. Watkins, Qiongqiong Zhou
Summary: The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of chemistry has grown significantly in recent years, particularly in analytical chemistry and biochemistry. Over the past two decades, there has been a rapid increase in AI-related chemistry publications.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL INFORMATION AND MODELING
(2021)
Editorial Material
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Chiara Cimini, Alexandra Lagorio, Sergio Cavalieri, Oliver Riedel, Carlos E. Pereira, Jason Wang
Summary: In the future manufacturing and logistics systems, it is important to consider the role of humans and balance the use of automation and digital technologies. This special issue's papers contribute to the study of human-technology integration in various areas such as human-machine integration, human-robot collaboration, worker assistance systems, and work design 4.0. However, further research is needed to develop interfaces that better support operators and reconsider the traditional workforce in order to improve technology acceptability and usage. This will lead to the transition towards Industry 5.0 with a focus on human-centered and socially sustainable design and development.
COMPUTERS & INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Business
Pranav Dharmani, Satyasiba Das, Sanjeev Prashar
Summary: This study conducted a systematic literature review of the creative industries using bibliometric and scientometric approaches to provide an intellectual structure for this emerging field. The findings suggest that the field is in its infancy, dominated by a select few authors, sources, and countries, with significant unexplored areas that have potential for research.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kholood K. Alnowaiser, Moataz A. Ahmed
Summary: This paper introduces the concept of digital twin as an important aspect of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, analyzes related development methods, and proposes a framework to evaluate the strengths, shortcomings, and future directions of current digital twin technologies.
ARABIAN JOURNAL FOR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Amit Maurya, Diksha Sharma, Mahinder Partap, Raghawendra Kumar, Bhavya Bhargava
Summary: Plants, microbes, and their mutualistic associations can degrade or remove harmful pollutants in the environment. This review article provides comprehensive information on the mechanisms of contaminant uptake and degradation by plants and associated microbes. It also discusses the potential of genetic engineering and gene editing technologies for enhancing phytoremediation.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2023)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Vivek Sharma, Ashish Kumar Tripathi, Himanshu Mittal
Summary: With increasing population, the demand for agricultural productivity is rising. Farmers have optimized agricultural activities in a sustainable manner with modern technologies, resulting in eco-friendly, sustainable, and efficient farming. Smart farming, a combination of modern technologies such as big data, machine learning, and the internet of things, revolutionizes agriculture with its potential for development.
COMPUTERS AND ELECTRONICS IN AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alessandro Massazza, Anais Teyton, Fiona Charlson, Tarik Benmarhnia, Jura L. Augustinavicius
Summary: This article discusses the methodological trends and issues in the quantitative literature on climate change and mental health, and proposes opportunities for methodological innovation in assessing the relationship between the two. By utilizing interdisciplinary collaboration and diverse methods, this article provides guidance for researchers interested in methodological innovation in this rapidly growing field.
LANCET PLANETARY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Theory & Methods
Goncalo Carvalho, Bruno Cabral, Vasco Pereira, Jorge Bernardino
Summary: Edge computing brings computation and storage to the network edge to avoid latency and bottlenecks associated with cloud computing in networks with multiple devices accessing and generating high volumes of data, while also enhancing support for mobility, security, and privacy.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Christopher B. Forrest, Kathleen M. McTigue, Adrian F. Hernandez, Lauren W. Cohen, Henry Cruz, Kevin Haynes, Rainu Kaushal, Abel N. Kho, Keith A. Marsolo, Vinit P. Nair, Richard Platt, Jon E. Puro, Russell L. Rothman, Elizabeth A. Shenkman, Lemuel Russell Waitman, Neely A. Williams, Thomas W. Carton
Summary: PCORnet is a clinical research network developed for patient-centered outcomes research on a national scale, with a diverse cohort of patients and the capacity to rapidly access patient populations for pragmatic clinical trials and epidemiological research.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lan Zhao, Jun-Li Luo, Mohammed Khadem Ali, Edda Spiekerkoetter, Mark R. Nicolls
Summary: Microorganisms inhabit the human body, including the previously thought sterile lungs and respiratory tract. Recent advances in sequencing technologies have enabled the identification and characterization of microbial populations in the airways. The respiratory microbiome has been found to influence human health and disease, making it an emerging area of interest in pulmonary medicine. This review focuses on four lung conditions and examines the contribution of gut, oral, and upper airway microbiomes to the lower airway flora. The review concludes with potential research directions and implications for therapeutics.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF RESPIRATORY CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Geography, Physical
Jake R. A. Crisp, Joanna C. Ellison, Andrew Fischer
Summary: Geodiversity assessment is at an early stage of development and consolidation, with a need for improving methodologies and research levels. Results from the study show that about 50% of publications independently assess geodiversity, 32% discuss or review geodiversity while mentioning potential links to biodiversity, and 12% strongly link geodiversity assessment to biodiversity assessment.
PROGRESS IN PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY-EARTH AND ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Editorial Material
Economics
Yingli Wang, Joseph Sarkis
Summary: This editorial piece discusses the current digitalisation trends and future research directions in freight transport and logistics, categorising the trends into connecting, collaborating, and capitalising, and discussing how emerging technologies drive major changes in supply chain and logistics systems.
TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH PART E-LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION REVIEW
(2021)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Alberto Stefano Tagliafico, Cristina Campi, Bignotti Bianca, Chandra Bortolotto, Duccio Buccicardi, Coppola Francesca, Roberto Prost, Marco Rengo, Lorenzo Faggioni
Summary: The use of blockchain technology in healthcare, particularly in radiology, is still in its early stages. Despite limited experiences, radiologists should be aware of its potential and follow its future developments closely.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
On Fung Chan, Yuqi Liu, Yingqi Guo, Shiyu Lu, Cheryl Hiu Kwan Chui, Hung Chak Ho, Yimeng Song, Wei Cheng, Rebecca Lai Har Chiu, Chris Webster, Terry Yat Sang Lum
Summary: This study found an association between neighborhood built environment and cognition among older adults, with variations in this association between different age groups. Residents aged 80 and under in neighborhoods with a higher land-use mix and more public transport terminals exhibited better cognition, while the number of community centers in a neighborhood was positively associated with cognition for those older than 80. These findings provide useful information for urban planners and policymakers in planning community facilities and built environments that consider the needs of different age groups within the older population.
AGING & MENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Jianxiang Huang, Yuming Cui, Lishuai Li, Mengdi Guo, Hung Chak Ho, Yi Lu, Chris Webster
Summary: This study tested the applicability of Jane Jacobs' urban form conditions in Hong Kong and found that these conditions have a positive impact on vitality indicators, but not on failure and success indicators. It was also discovered that tall buildings are positively associated with desirable outcomes.
ENVIRONMENT AND PLANNING B-URBAN ANALYTICS AND CITY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ka Yan Lai, Sarika Kumari, Chris Webster, John E. J. Gallacher, Chinmoy Sarkar
Summary: Residential density and urbanicity are positively associated with the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Higher residential density and urbanicity are linked to elevated risks of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. This association is more pronounced in female, older individuals, those with lower income, and individuals who are frail and have shorter leucocyte telomere length (LTL).
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Yiyang Yang, Chenhong Peng, Cheuk Yui Yeung, Chao Ren, Hao Luo, Yi Lu, Paul S. F. Yip, Chris Webster
Summary: This study objectively measured different aspects of urban greenery and found that visible greenery plays an important role in mitigating social fragmentation and enhancing subjective well-being. This provides new insights to support urban planning and public health strategies in creating a healthy living environment.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
H. C. Ho, Y. Song, W. Cheng, Y. Liu, Y. Guo, S. Lu, T. Lum, R. L. H. Chiu, C. Webster
Summary: The impact of the forms and characteristics of public housing estates in Hong Kong on dementia among Asian seniors has been underestimated. Improving the forms and characteristics of public housing neighborhoods is crucial for the health and prevention of dementia among elderly individuals.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ka Yan Lai, Chris Webster, Sarika Kumari, John E. J. Gallacher, Chinmoy Sarkar
Summary: Socio-economic status and biological aging are risk factors for dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, and their associations may vary across different biological age strata. A study using data from the UK Biobank found that individuals with low socio-economic status and shorter leucocyte telomere length (LTL) had significantly higher risks of incident dementia and Alzheimer's disease compared to those with high socio-economic status and longer LTL. Furthermore, there was a synergistic interaction between socio-economic status and LTL, increasing the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. These findings suggest the importance of targeted interventions for vulnerable sub-groups.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Urban Studies
Yishiqin Li, Weifeng Li, Xin Li, Chris Webster
Summary: The distribution of potential benefits between local governments and developers in urban redevelopment is a global trend. Negotiating developer obligations for more value capture has been popular, but the literature has mainly focused on institutional factors and overlooked project-based factors. This study examines the impact of project-based factors on benefit distribution in urban renewal projects in Shenzhen, China. The involvement of state-owned enterprise (SOE) developers and their relationships with local governments play a significant role in benefit distribution. The study reveals the strategies adopted by Chinese local governments to achieve comprehensive objectives through differentiated treatment of SOEs and non-SOEs.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rong Zhang, Ka Yan Lai, Wenhui Liu, Yanhui Liu, Wenfeng Cai, Chris Webster, Lei Luo, Chinmoy Sarkar
Summary: This study aimed to examine the associations between key climatic factors and the risk of influenza transmission in subtropical Guangzhou. The results showed that increasing air temperature, sunshine, absolute and relative humidity were associated with lower transmission risk, while ambient pressure, wind speed, and rainfall were associated with higher transmission risk. Rainfall, relative humidity, and ambient temperature were the top three contributors to variance in transmissibility. The study also found that the interaction between high relative humidity and transmissibility was more pronounced at high temperature and rainfall. These findings can guide climate-related mitigation and adaptation policies to reduce influenza transmission risk in high density subtropical cities.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Weisheng Lu, Ziyu Peng, Chris Webster, Liupengfei Wu
Summary: The massive solid waste from construction and demolition activities is becoming a global crisis due to environmental degradation and land occupation. The promotion of waste material cross-border trading is crucial in solving this crisis, but hindered by asymmetric information between stakeholders. This research proposes a waste material passport (WMP) based on the concept of travel and 'material passports' to facilitate cross-jurisdictional trading and reduce information asymmetry, as demonstrated in a semi-hypothetical case study of the Greater Bay Area, China.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ka Yan Lai, Chris Webster, John E. J. Gallacher, Chinmoy Sarkar
Summary: With rapid urbanization, the built environment has become an important factor in cardiovascular disease risks. A systematic review found that greenness and walkability are associated with lower risks of cardiovascular risks and major events such as mortality. However, there is a high risk of bias in the studies examined, highlighting the need for future studies with robust design. Overall, this research contributes to informing planning policies for creating healthier cities.
JOURNAL OF URBAN HEALTH-BULLETIN OF THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Transportation
Qi Long, Jun Ma, Feifeng Jiang, Christopher John Webster
Summary: Urban air mobility (UAM) is revolutionizing urban transportation through the development of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles. However, the success of UAM relies on market demand, which lacks systematic reviews on demand analysis. To address this gap, we conducted a comprehensive review of existing literature on demand analysis for UAM. Our review identified the demand for UAM in various applications and the factors influencing market demand. We also explored qualitative and quantitative methods for demand analysis and discussed the role of market demand in the UAM life cycle. Finally, we highlighted opportunities for future research related to demand analysis for UAM.
JOURNAL OF AIR TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ziyu Peng, Weisheng Lu, Chris Webster
Summary: Local authorities worldwide are encouraging waste material trading to develop a more circular economy. Using the Hong Kong-Macao-Guangdong Greater Bay Area as an example, we simulated the impacts of a construction waste trading market on waste flows and monetary exchanges. The simulation showed that with a fully operational market, the traded waste materials covered 82.36% of total construction waste generation in a typical year, with monetary transactions amounting to US$38.41 billion.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Jianting Zhao, Guibo Sun, Chris Webster
Summary: This study developed a geospatial database to document the locations and urban environments of pandemic-induced street experiments on a global scale, and conducted quantitative analysis based on spatial and temporal visualizations. The study aims to enhance comparability of built environment indicators between cities and provide a robust foundation for future research on tactical urbanism.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jian Shi, Jianxiang Huang, Mengdi Guo, Linwei Tian, Jennifer Wang, Tze Wai Wong, Chris Webster, Gabriel M. Leung, Michael Y. Ni
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of residential traffic noise on mental health in a highly urbanized population. The results showed that residential traffic noise was associated with probable depression and poorer mental wellbeing.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
