How can CarCollect develop a scalable and modular internal management system tailored to its employees, prioritizing effective management and optimization of operational aspects? The initial focus of the system is to integrate an employee engagement survey system, 2DAYSMOOD, with potential expansion …

Providing equitable food security for a growing population while minimizing environmental impacts and enhancing resilience to climate shocks is an ongoing challenge. Here, we quantify the resource intensity, environmental impacts and nutritional output of a small (0.075 ha) low-input subsistence Mediterranean …

Within the Netherlands, historic estates form an important part of the Dutch landscape with many sites dating back to the seventeenth and eighteenth century. In recent years, there has been increased attention and interest to stimulate the development and revival of historic estate kitchen gardens in …

This paper presents the preliminary design of the Horti-database, a digital tool supporting the development of drone-based monitoring systems (DBMS) for greenhouse crops. With increasing demand for sustainable food production and reduced pesticide use, DBMS offers a promising solution for automated, …

Product service systems (PSS) are an example of a novel business model billed as having the potential to significantly reduce the environmental burdens of production and consumption processes. However, despite widespread interest in PSS, consensus regarding their actual environmental impacts, particularly …

The study of human factors in forensic science informs our understanding of the interaction between humans and the systems they use. The Expert Working Group (EWG) on Human Factors in Forensic DNA Interpretation used a systems approach to conduct a scientific assessment of the effects of human factors …

The role of hydrogen energy in the Netherlands and Europe is expected to accelerate in the coming years. Technical challenges in production and transportation are being addressed, and the price of hydrogen is expected to fall, following widespread R&D and innovation. In this webinar, the Netherlands …

This study explores the intent of designers involved in design for sustainability and how responsible innovation can be collectively implemented. To do so, a case study using situational analysis was conducted with graduates of the Fabricademy program: a 6-month program on textiles and new technologies …

Drought, caused by climate change, poses a significant threat to the production of barley. To ensure high yields, drought adaptation in barley is critical. Roots are primarily responsible for water uptake, and during drought, when water levels are low, deep rooting traits are crucial for developing drought-tolerant …

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