Out-of-plane (OOP) collapse is one of the most observed damage types in masonry structures during strong earthquakes. OOP strength of a masonry wall depends on several parameters such as the dimensions of the wall, vertical restoring force, boundary conditions and material properties, which are parameters …

BACKGROUND: Sarcopenic obesity significantly burdens health and autonomy. Strategies to intervene in or prevent sarcopenic obesity generally focus on losing body fat and building or maintaining muscle mass and function. For a lifestyle intervention, it is important to consider psychological aspects such …

BACKGROUND: Telemonitoring and telerehabilitation can support home-based pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) and benefit patients with lung diseases or COVID-19. This study aimed to (1) identify which telemonitoring and telerehabilitation interventions (e.g. videoconferencing) are used to provide telehealth …

Chitin represents an abundant source of nitrogenous polysaccharides, making it a suitable feedstock for organonitrogen platform chemicals. In particular, furanic compounds, such as 3-acetamido-5-acetylfuran (3A5AF), can be readily obtained. Furans can be further functionalized using a Diels–Alder (DA) …

Short abstract: With our case study ‘Researching the City: Mapping Imaginaries’ of Amsterdam Zuidoost, we explore grass-root, collaborative knowledge practices through mixed methods of counter-mapping that fosters critical emancipatory awareness and affective engagement with areas in the urban semi-periphery. …

This study focuses on top-down and bottom-up processes within the field of energy transition. It aims at gaining insights into the ways that a more balanced approach can be achieved, by taking into consideration the (mutual) interests, barriers and expectations of the municipality and local citizen initiatives. …

This research has worked to consider the effects that implementing local object names might have on inclusivity, accessibility and representation of the Wereldmuseum’s digital collection. This was researched through document research including the current collection management system TMS, the publicly …

This thesis explores technology that able to optimize a brand guidelines handbook digitally by integrating interactive elements. By doing extensive research with Brand Studio team and agency partners, key issues were identified, proving that this project emphasizes the need for an effective, efficient, …

The integration of AI technologies into media production is transforming the industry by affecting the content and the creation efficiency. This graduation thesis addresses the challenge faced by Media.Monks, a leading media production company, in maintaining artistic control while ensuring diversity …

This thesis explores technology that able to optimize a brand guidelines handbook digitally by integrating interactive elements. By doing extensive research with Brand Studio team and agency partners, key issues were identified, proving that this project emphasizes the need for an effective, efficient, …