RELX SDG Inspiration Day 2024

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This year’s RELX SDG Inspiration Day will bring together global AI leaders, corporate representatives, investors, government, and NGOs to explore issues, gain practical insights and be inspired to take action in support of the Global Goals. Elsevier is proud to share this special collection of articles and chapters in celebration of this event.
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Incorporating sustainability in the food supply chain: The development of a private standard of Nature Farming poultry production in Brazil

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Research in Globalization, Volume 8, June 2024
This article examines the development of a Nature Farming (NF) system standard for poultry production in Brazil, aiming to better communicate the sustainability attributes of NF products throughout the supply chain. Through qualitative research with various stakeholders, the study highlights the unique environmental, economic, social, ethical, and health dimensions of NF poultry and proposes clearer labeling and certification standards. The findings suggest that establishing a dedicated NF standard can enhance product differentiation, improve consumer communication, and support sustainable supply chain management.
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Food security and nutrition; Open Access, South America

Responsible Artificial Intelligence Re-engineering the Global Public Health Ecosystem: Chapter 7 - Our common home: artificial intelligence + global public health ecosystem

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Responsible Artificial Intelligence Re-engineering the Global Public Health Ecosystem: A Humanity Worth Saving, 2024, pp 215-243

This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being and Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure by considering the public health opportunities presented by artificial intelligence, as well as the need for more inclusive representation in key public health topics.

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Health and wellbeing; Technology, Global

Earth, the new liquid stone: Development and perspectives

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Materials Today Communications, Volume 39, June 2024
This text ties into SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). It discusses the potential of poured earth materials to decarbonize the construction industry, optimize material flows, and reduce resource extraction, contributing to more sustainable and resilient urban development.
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Climate Adaptation; Industry, Global

Digital Healthcare in Asia and Gulf Region for Healthy Aging and More Inclusive Societies: Chapter 17 - Artificial intelligence and the delivery of patient-centered care in the Gulf region: navigating the ethical landscape

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Digital Healthcare in Asia and Gulf Region for Healthy Aging and More Inclusive Societies: Shaping Digital Future, 2024, pp 331-352
This chapter advances the UN SDG goals 3 and 9 by exploring the potential benefits and ethical considerations of AI tools in healthcare settings.
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Data & Analytics; Health and wellbeing, Asia

Artificial Intelligence-Empowered Modern Electric Vehicles in Smart Grid Systems: Chapter 17 - Environmental sustainability and carbon footprint reduction through artificial intelligence-enabled energy management in electric vehicles

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Artificial Intelligence-Empowered Modern Electric Vehicles in Smart Grid Systems: Fundamentals, Technologies, and Solutions, 2024, pp 477-502
This chapter advances the UN SDG goals 9 and 11 by exploring the potential of AI tools to promote sustainable transportation in electric vehicles.
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Data & Analytics; Sustainable transport, Global

Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues - Chapter 28: Environmental impacts of combustion/incineration residue-derived products

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Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues, 2024, Pages 535-550
This chapter ties into Sustainable Development Goal 7 and Sustainable Development Goal 9 by promoting resource efficiency and cleaner energy processes through the sustainable utilization of combustion/incineration residues, and by fostering innovation in material utilization and supporting sustainable infrastructure development through the reuse of these residues in construction and industrial applications.
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Chemicals and waste; Industry; Sustainable consumption and production, Global

Corporate Social Responsibility (from the Elsevier Reference Module in Social Sciences)

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Elsevier Reference Module in Social Sciences, 2024

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is perceived as a valuable practice by business organizations to demonstrate their commitment towards social, economic, and environmental causes, and it active

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Employment decent work for all and social protection; Institutional Frameworks and international cooperation for Sustainable Development; Finance, Global

Academic Spotlight: Inspirational Words from Aspiring Female Robotics Engineers

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We’re passionate about helping students learn more about STEM, and through our academic program we give students the opportunity to collaborate on STEM-related projects involving innovative technologies like data analytics, robotics and AI. Since 2011, we have partnered with a number of universities to sponsor research projects, internships, robotics teams, scholarships, and other educational programs that provide students with access to hands-on learning and real-world engineering experience.
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Academia; community outreach; robotics; Gender equality and women's empowerment, Global

HPCC Systems® Overview

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May 2024
HPCC Systems Overview
Born from the deep data analysis experience of LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, HPCC Systems® is a proven, open source solution for Big Data insights that can be implemented by businesses of all sizes.  With HPCC Systems®, developers can design applications with Big Data at their core, enabling businesses to better analyze and understand data at scale. HPCC Systems® offers a consistent data-centric programming language, two processing platforms and a single, complete end-to-end architecture for efficient processing. Access to open source Big Data technology is vital for SDG 4 Quality education and SDG 9 Industry, innovation and infrastructure.
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Capacity Building; Education; Industry; Technology

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