Integration Of Planning Research Articles

Planning of energy-efficient production supply systems

Every production system of any kind requires an adequate production supply system (PSS) with which the supply of material takes place. The objective of this study is to develop a procedure for planning energy-efficient PSS according to the specific requirements of the user. Currently, there are deficits with regard to definitions, objectives, overview of design options (supply concepts) and, last but not least, an integral planning and evaluation process. The first stage of the approach includes description models for the organizational design options (scope: factory gate to workstation). The concepts, classified in a modular manner according to the logistics functions they fulfil, can be chosen from a morphological matrix which supports the selection (see Verein Deutscher Ingenieure [Association of German Engineers] VDI [AGE]-Guideline 5587) and can be flexibly linked to supply chains. In a hierarchical approach, supply chains can first be generated for individual articles or sub-ranges of the parts range. All supply chains together form a comprehensive PSS. In the second step of the procedure, a multi-criteria evaluation model, which includes numerous energy-related criteria and calculation rules among cost and further technical criteria, allows the comparison of alternative PSS and the formation of rankings while considering orthogonality of the criteria. As the third component, a planning guide is developed that is based on the line-back principle and supports the user in the step-by-step development of a target-oriented PSS. In perspective, the evaluation model not only allows to check the compliance of the PSS with the target variables. Instead, sensitivity analyses can be used to identify the decisive drivers of the target variables and enable targeted planning measures.

Simulation-based Optimization of Flexible Energy Systems in Manufacturing with Local Energy Production and Storage Components

This paper introduces a simulation-based planning method that metaheuristically optimizes production planning and the control of components of a flexible energy system for energy intensive production. Significantly increasing energy efficiency and energy flexibility are key requirements and success factors, especially for energy-intensive manufacturers, amid rising energy prices, volatility, and the overall need to reduce the energy and pollution footprint. The considerable potential for an optimized integrated planning and control of production and energy system components remains unexhausted, due to the underlying planning complexity, combined with a lack of available planning methods. This paper aims to introduce a novel planning approach that provides an automated integrated planning functionality to improve energy efficiency and flexibility alongside production goals. The method considers fluctuating short-term energy markets as well as local hydrogen-based energy storage components. Both method development and evaluation are based on a case study in energy-intensive steel production. The achieved results show a significant benefit from the developed dynamic planning and optimization for different variables particularly in two different heat-treatment process technologies.

Immunization of Children in Africa: Strides and Challenges

Abstract Background: The African continent is behind by a wide margin in the childhood vaccination race which contributes significantly to the high childhood morbidity and mortality rate from vaccine-preventable diseases in the continent. Some African countries are still struggling to achieve routine immunization coverage for all recommended expanded program on immunization vaccines. Aim: In this study, we aimed to identify the barriers hindering childhood immunization in Africa and to identify the remarkable progress made so far. Materials and Methods: Peer-reviewed articles published in English that focused on the barriers to childhood immunization in Africa and the progress made so far was reviewed. This was achieved by searching relevant search terms in PubMed, Google Scholar, Wiley Online Library, and CINAHL databases dating back from January 2000 to June 2022. Result: A total of 30 papers were reviewed. The barriers include parents’ education status, economic status, and gender/age; place of birth and place of residence; cultural beliefs and religious affiliations; fear of contracting diseases and lack of trust in health public institutions; vaccine awareness and delivery; and dose-specific delays. The achievements include international support and oriented actions, plans for technological integration and its implementation, and domestic immunization-oriented actions and research work. Conclusion: Childhood immunization is still low in Africa with the majority of the countries yet to realize the global immunization targets. Technologies and immunization-related interventions have been implemented to support Africa but more concerted effort and aid are required to reduce vaccine-preventable deaths to the bare minimum.

Predictors of clinical deterioration of hospitalized adult medical patients: An integrative literature review protocol

Clinical deterioration of hospitalized medical patients negatively affects patient outcomes and hospital capacity. Failure to recognize and respond promptly to an individual's worsening health status can lead to complications with far-reaching impacts on the patient and family. The ability to identify patient cues that can predict clinical deterioration is an essential role for frontline health-care providers to avert an avoidable health crisis. This protocol is designed to describe an integrative literature review plan that aims to identify, analyze, and synthesize the predictors and associated factors underlying the clinical deterioration of hospitalized medical ward patients. This planned review will follow the methodology of Whittemore and Knafl (2005), which comprises five stages: problem identification, literature search, data evaluation, data analysis, and presentation. CINAHL Plus, Embase, and PubMed databases will be used in the literature search. Primary research studies focusing on the predictors or the associated factors of clinical deterioration among medical ward patients will be eligible for the review. The quality of selected articles will be critically appraised using the Joanna Briggs Institute tools. The process of findings synthesis will be conducted according to Miles and Huberman (1994), which consists of data reduction, data display, data comparison, conclusion drawing, and verification. The findings will be presented as major themes that are supported by the appropriate primary studies.

Integrative adaptive management to address interactions between biological invasions and protected area connectivity: a Canadian perspective

Expanding and creating protected area networks has become a central pillar of global conservation planning. In the management and design of protected area networks, we must consider not only the positive aspects of landscape connectivity but also how that connectivity may facilitate the spread of invasive species, a challenge that has become known as the connectivity conundrum. Here, we review key considerations for landscape connectivity planning for protected area networks, focusing on interactions between network connectivity and the management of invasive species. We propose an integrative adaptive management framework for protected area network planning with five main elements, including monitoring, budgeting considerations, risk assessment, inter-organizational coordination, and local engagement. Protected area planners can address the dynamic aspects of the connectivity conundrum through collaborative and integrative adaptive management planning.

Status of mental health in South Asian countries

Status of mental health in South Asian countries

Planning Model for Integrated Energy Supply System in Park Level Regions Under the Energy Internet

With the reduction of traditional fossil fuels and the increasing severity of environmental issues, it is of great significance to study energy system planning and optimization models that complement and integrate multiple energy utilization methods in the context of the energy internet for building an integrated energy supply system. Firstly, this article divides the planning indicators of the regional integrated energy supply system into four categories based on the goal of “two highs and three lows”; Secondly, analyze the three key issues of exergy efficiency, economy, and multi energy coupling in regional integrated energy planning; Finally, a multi-objective planning model for regional integrated energy systems that takes into account equipment capacity planning and operation scheduling optimization is proposed, with the optimization objectives of minimizing the annual value of full life cycle cost and maximizing efficiency, and a double-layer optimization structure is designed for efficient solution.

Amaranthus hybridus L. RESISTANT TO GLYPHOSATE AND CHLORIMURON IN PARAGUAY

Amaranthus species are extremely problematic weeds due to their aggressiveness and resistance, being Amaranthus palmeri S. Watson, Amaranthus retroflexus L., Amaranthus tuberculatus (Moq.) J. D. Sauer, and Amaranthus hybridus L. prominent worldwide. The present research aimed to study A. hybridus populations in Paraguay where the use of glyphosate and chlorimuron herbicides presented management challenges. This research was conducted in the municipalities of Corpus Christi and Hernandarias, Paraguay, in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020. Weed seeds with resistance indicators were collected, cultivated, and following a screening process, cultivated for seed production (heritability up to F2), and the seeds were collected to obtain the herbicide dose-response curve. The herbicides glyphosate and chlorimuron were tested in portions of 1-8, 1-4, 1-2, 1, 2, 4, and 8 times the recommended dose on the package inserts (720 g acid equivalent (ae) ha 1 and 20 g active ingredient (ai) ha1, respectively). Among the A. hybridus populations evaluated in Paraguay, biotype from Hernandarias with multiple resistance to ALS-inhibiting (HRAC 2) and EPSPs-inhibiting (HRAC 9) herbicides, and biotype from Corpus Christi with resistance to ALS-inhibiting herbicides (HRAC 2) were found. Therefore, rotation and combination of herbicides, as well as integration with non-chemical measures, are essential to control and prevent selection of resistant biotypes. Studies aimed to develop integrated weed management plans are essential for effective control. In countries like Paraguay, this becomes imperative because of the lack of research on this topic.

The technological innovation effect of industrial chain under the 'double cycle' pattern in the post epidemic era

In order to improve the economic benefits of enterprises under continuing influence of COVID-19, the technological innovation effect of industrial chain under the 'double cycle' pattern in the post epidemic era is studied in this paper. The fractional planning and integral planning functions of the industrial chain are obtained by constructing the CCR model, and the BCC model calculation of the innovation effect of the enterprise industrial chain is realised by the Chames-Cooper transformation. The data efficiency value of technological innovation effect of industrial chain under the 'double cycle' pattern is obtained via the SBM network model for analysis on the technological innovation effect of industrial chain. The experimental results show that the effect of industrial chain technological innovation is analysed from the aspects of main business income and the profit margin of enterprises extending the industrial chain and connecting the industrial chain. The highest profit margin after connecting the industrial chain technological innovation is 34.2%, which proves that technological innovation can improve the economic benefits of enterprises.

Jordan and the Abraham Accords

This article argues that Jordan should advocate for transforming the Abraham Accords’ regional integration initiatives into a regional security architecture that brings prosperity and security to all its members—including the Palestinians. Jordan is well positioned to influence the Accords’ strategic planners given its credibility, diplomatic assets, and strategic location; it will continue to be a lynchpin in regional security and future integration plans.

Динамика миграционных и интеграционных процессов в Южной Европе

The article analyzes the latest migration trends in Southern Europe. Given the proximity to Africa and the Middle East, which are the main sources of migrant flows, the discussed topic is especially acute for the region and the countries chosen for the analysis, namely Portugal, Spain, Italy, San Marino and Malta. Using a comparative approach, the article focuses on the European general strategy for the reception of migrants versus its actual results. Despite the fact that the EU guidance and standards provide the foundation for immigrant integration policies across the region, the actual legal practice, its implementation and results in specific countries differ widely. To some extent, Portugal is ahead of other nations in the region, and its advantage is the result of a nationwide immigrant integration policy and a single state body empowered to lead its implementation. In Spain, on the other hand, the development of integration policies is performed regionally, meaning the absence of a nationwide integration program and, hence, a certain level of fragmentation and a lesser degree of policy efficiency. Italy adopted its first immigrant integration plan as recently as in 2017, and it has not brought significant results yet. Still, with the recent upscale in immigration flows, Italy’s former soft immigration policies are becoming tougher. The country remains committed to multiculturalism and the quota mechanism for receiving migrants. Although tiny in size, Malta experiences high immigrant flow pressure, and tries to tackle it by providing de facto paid citizenship and residence permits for privileged immigrant strata.

Spatial planning systems in Europe

The paper aims to present the most significant classifications of spatial planning systems and territorial management in Europe. After the first attempts, from the end of the last century, at the beginning of the new millennium, extensive analyses of the spatial planning system were carried out through several ESPON projects. Their results were based on the dominance of one of four approaches: urbanism, land use, regional-economic or comprehensive integrated planning. Some countries have a combination of two or three approaches. The second research also refers to the development trends observed in the national systems of territorial management and spatial planning. Recent research include the classification of states according to the way of management, the level of integration of sectoral policies, the degree of adaptability in planning, as well as the degree of engagement of citizens in the planning process. Knowing the basic characteristics of the spatial planning system, as well as the classifications based on them, creates a clearer perspective of spatial planning as a socially important activity and makes it easier for every country to review and improve its planning practice.

The fight against loneliness in old age: A summary of articles and studies – An integrative national plan

A statement that is often repeated in discussions, lectures, and theories about aging, is that “the number-one enemy of old age is loneliness”. Ari Sullivan, for example, stated that “the driving force of loneliness is that it is worse than anxiety,” and defined loneliness as “a very unpleasant experience that fails to meet the need for human intimacy”

신속통합기획을 적용한 공공보행통로 가이드라인 개발

The Public Pedestrian Routes, a representative space in the city, is a road centered on the daily lives of local residents, and not only provides living benefits but also cultural activities to form homogeneity of local communities, helping local residents enjoy walking, convenience of living, and revitalize local communities. Recognizing the importance of Public Pedestrian Routes, one of the alternatives to solving urban problems such as human alienation and disconnection, this study aims to present guidelines for Public Pedestrian Routes Wooshin villa maintenance in Gungdong, Seoul, applying a rapid integration plan. The plan will focus on the function of a circular pedestrian network so that not only the residents of Wooshin villa but also the residents of nearby areas can use the public space in the complex. To achieve the purpose, open parks and biotops in the complex are connected to Public Pedestrian Routes to form a green circulation system. The outer space that circulates through Biotop, open parks, and Public Pedestrian Routes is planned as a park for communication with local residents such as pedestrian-centered slit expansion, creation of three-dimensional spaces for various purposes, unit welfare facilities, and parking lots.

A technical assistance program approach for pharmacist clinical services integration in primary care organizations

BackgroundLittle is known about the use of technical assistance (TA) programs to facilitate the integration of pharmacist clinical services in primary care settings. ObjectiveDesign, implement, and evaluate a TA program to advance pharmacist integration and clinical services in primary care. Practice descriptionStructured TA program for developing new or enhancing current integrated pharmacist services was utilized in 4 primary care organizations (i.e., federally qualified health center, accountable care organization, and an academic and regional health system). Practice innovationHolistic TA program with a logic model, organizational stages of pharmacist integration, project prioritization, and implementation plans. Evaluation methodsA mixed-methods contextual inquiry approach for integration of pharmacist clinical services. Quantitative analysis was used for TA program activities, time spent, pilot project data, and a web-based survey for post-TA program assessment. Coincidence analysis was used to assess organizational commitment to TA services. Qualitative analysis was used for data collected through semi-structured key informant interviews and team meeting activity reports. ResultsTA program team spent 1872 hours over 11 months on program development, logistics, implementation, and project oversight. TA services included 88 onsite and virtual meetings, 11 onsite pharmacist coaching sessions, 6 workflow mapping sessions, and updating online learning resources. Primary care organizations that had already hired a pharmacist were more likely to uptake TA services. Most useful TA methods were webinar meetings (89%) and on-site pharmacist coaching (88%). TA project results were used for strategic planning (73%), pharmacist value/impact assessment (72%), pharmacist capacity modeling (68%), and workflow design (65%). A key learning from the TA program was the importance of a qualified pharmacist with clinical service experience in primary care settings and population health teams. ConclusionTA program for the pharmacist clinical service integration has broad application to primary care organizations with diverse organizational structures, payer mixes, and practice settings.

Tourism Destination Image Recovery: A Conceptual Study on the Current Practices and Prospects

Crises or disasters negatively impact different sectors, and the tourism industry is one of the sectors that get affected massively. The severity of damage caused to the industry is immeasurable, and the frequency of crises destroying the tourism industry's backbone is far more than other industries. Since emergencies or disasters negatively affect the destination's image, iteventually affects the tourist inflow with dampening travel intentions. When a crisis happens, a tourism destination primarily plunges into action to stimulate or induce tourism demand by adopting image recovery strategies to increase the influx of tourist arrivals. However, the recent Novel Corona Virus COVID-19 Pandemic has created a global catastrophic situation. The virus has not spared all countries regardless of their economic, technological, and scientific prowess. Importantly, all earlier calamities related to the virus were dominated by the monster Covid-19, thereby posing significant health risks on the one hand and socio-economic and political risks in another hand.Eventually, as a key driver of the economy, the tourism sector has faced a major setback in revenue and job loss during the COVID-19 crisis. As a result, tourism destinations are grounded with the deserted look and have almost lost a positive vibe. Thus there is an emergent need for regaining glories and fame of tourism destinations, with the option of formulating and implementing image recovery strategies. With this background, the present study attempts to debate and discuss theoretical backgrounds and linkages of the components of image recovery strategies and their applicability to the current pandemic scenario. Based on the review of secondary data, three central components consist of message, source, and audience. The study has suggested a short and long-term integrated plan for image recovery strategies to revitalize the lost grandeur of destination image, severely blemished by the COVID-19.

Integral planning – potentials and challenges for the construction of timber buildings. A teaching example

The term “integral planning” describes the creative cooperation of experts from different disciplines with the aim of solving a complex, technical planning task. By involving all the disciplines and stakeholders at an early stage it is possible to achieve better solutions than in a linear planning process in which one designer directs the specifications to the respective specialist planners, who then add the corresponding engineering services. In the course “Integral Planning”, students from the fields “Architecture – Green Building” and “Civil Engineering – Construction Management” are working on a project in an interdisciplinary exchange over two semesters. Through the simultaneous interweaving of their specific skills, combined with a very free working method, the students are taught integral planning in a realistic setting with the aim to design a modular timber building system for temporary educational buildings according to the “cradle to cradle” principle.

Assessing the efficacy of male Wolbachia-infected mosquito deployments to reduce dengue incidence in Singapore: study protocol for a cluster-randomized controlled trial

BackgroundDengue is a severe environmental public health challenge in tropical and subtropical regions. In Singapore, decreasing seroprevalence and herd immunity due to successful vector control has paradoxically led to increased transmission potential of the dengue virus. We have previously demonstrated that incompatible insect technique coupled with sterile insect technique (IIT-SIT), which involves the release of X-ray-irradiated male Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes, reduced the Aedes aegypti population by 98% and dengue incidence by 88%. This novel vector control tool is expected to be able to complement current vector control to mitigate the increasing threat of dengue on a larger scale. We propose a multi-site protocol to study the efficacy of IIT-SIT at reducing dengue incidence.Methods/designThe study is designed as a parallel, two-arm, non-blinded cluster-randomized (CR) controlled trial to be conducted in high-rise public housing estates in Singapore, an equatorial city-state. The aim is to determine whether large-scale deployment of male Wolbachia-infected Ae. aegypti mosquitoes can significantly reduce dengue incidence in intervention clusters. We will use the CR design, with the study area comprising 15 clusters with a total area of 10.9 km2, covering approximately 722,204 residents in 1713 apartment blocks. Eight clusters will be randomly selected to receive the intervention, while the other seven will serve as non-intervention clusters. Intervention efficacy will be estimated through two primary endpoints: (1) odds ratio of Wolbachia exposure distribution (i.e., probability of living in an intervention cluster) among laboratory-confirmed reported dengue cases compared to test-negative controls and (2) laboratory-confirmed reported dengue counts normalized by population size in intervention versus non-intervention clusters.DiscussionThis study will provide evidence from a multi-site, randomized controlled trial for the efficacy of IIT-SIT in reducing dengue incidence. The trial will provide valuable information to estimate intervention efficacy for this novel vector control approach and guide plans for integration into national vector control programs in dengue-endemic settings.Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov, identifier: NCT05505682. Registered on 16 August 2022. Retrospectively registered.

Case management and psychosocial care services for child and adolescent survivors of rape and sexual abuse

A child's right to life is violated by sexual abuse, which also represents an abuse of power. The case management and psychological care services provided to the child and adolescent survivors of rape and sexual abuse were evaluated in this study. Three (3) Registered Social Workers and five (5) residents from the Home for Women and Children (HWC) in Amas, Kidapawan City, Philippines, took part in the study. Before the incidents, the residents were all high school students aged 14 to 19 years old. Based on the findings, the caseworkers were unable to provide adequate psychological support, and the staff and the caseworkers were also unable to adequately explain to the residents that they could always return for additional help. The clients were uncomfortable telling their stories, felt blamed by the staff and caregivers for the abuse, were bored in the center, and missed their families, and many were still unsatisfied with the care services offered by the HWC because the perpetrator had not been jailed yet, thus, their home is not yet safe for them. The head of the HWC recommends that the client's integration plan be developed, preferably with a six-month aftercare program or monitoring. Also, there must be suitable strategies to avoid and respond to sexual violence. Clients should receive more outstanding psychosocial care, and employees and caseworkers should receive other pieces of training, seminars, and workshops to improve the services provided in the HWC

Implementation of Integrative Thematic Learning to Teach Aqidah Akhlak (Moral Education): A Case in an Islamic Primary School in Indonesia

This study aimed at (1) analyzing the integrative thematic learning planning in the subject of Aqidah Akhlak subject, (2) analyzing the implementation of integrative thematic learning in the Aqidah Akhlak subject, (3) analyzing the evaluation of integrative thematic learning in the subject of Aqidah Akhlak, and (4) analyzing the supporting and inhibiting factors of integrative thematic learning in the Aqidah Akhlak subject. In this study, the author used a qualitative approach. This study obtained descriptive data that describes planning, implementation, evaluation, and the supporting and inhibiting factors of integrative thematic learning in the subject of Aqidah Akhlak with a research location at MI Istiqomah Sambas Purbalingga, Indonesia. In contrast, the data was obtained through interviews, observation, and documentation and then processed into information. The results of this study show that the implementation of integrative thematic learning in the subject of Aqidah Akhlak was conducted through three stages. First, initial activities, including greeting, asking for news, and attendance of students. Second, core activities include four activities: observing, asking questions, concluding, and discussing results. Third, the final activity includes giving homework and ending with closing greetings.