In this chapter, we explore the possibility to use the living environment (of inpatient and outpatient care settings) for facilitating and encouraging the social inclusion of older adults in an increasingly smart society. We therefore pay attention to the spatial and smart design of emerging housing …

A goal of K-12 science education is for learners to develop scientific literacy. However, realizing this goal is being complicated by the availability of abundant resources that vary strongly regarding their adherence to the Nature of Science principles, particularly regarding socio-scientific issues, …

Due to labour shortages it is a challenge to find skilled employees and many companies struggle to retain employees because of competing employers. In the Netherlands there are many international students and graduates who leave after receiving their degree. Therefore, this research aims to advise Dutch …

OBJECTIVE: To assess the reliability and validity of a shortened version of the Rainbow Model of Integrated Care (RMIC) measurement tool (MT). The original version of the measurement tool has been modified (shortened) for the Australian context. DESIGN: Validation of the psychometric properties of the …

The urgency for developing a circular economy is growing, and more and more companies and organisations are concerned with the importance of adapting their business to fit a changing economy. However, many analyses on the circular economy are still rather abstract and there is a lack of understanding …

This paper includes the research conducted towards the SME businesses’ ability to adjust with the help of students. The research question of the Business Booster project is four-fold: 1. To what extent do SME businesses focus on the future? 2. To what extent can students boost (strategic) renewal at …

Productivity in construction is relatively low compared to other industries. This is particularly true for labour productivity. Problems that contribute to low labour productivity are often related to unorganised workspace, and inefficient organisation of work, materials and equipment. In terms of time …

Purpose – Information verification is an important factor in commercial valuation practice.Valuers use their professional autonomy to decide on the level of verification required, thereby creating an opportunity for client-related judgement bias in valuation. The purpose of this paper is to assess the …

The following report gives a full description of the Bachelor Civil Engineering graduation project. The graduation is done in engineering firm Iv-Consult and the thesis topic is provided by Zwarts & Jansma Architects. Architectural bureau requires a structural solution for the roof of the ice skating …

BioTrade is a business model that promotes protection, conservation and use of native biodiverse resources, implemented through the fundamental pillars of sustainability. Within that context, the purpose of the present thesis is to account for the sustainable viability of the exportable, native products …