Research - Book chapters

Bioenergy (2nd Edition) - Chapter 41: Integrated agroecological technology networks for food, bioenergy, and biomaterial production

Elsevier,

Bioenergy (Second Edition), 2020, Pages 767-788

This book chapter addresses goals 7, 13 and 11 by looking at ecological technologies that transform natural resources into anthropocentric goods and services.
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SDG:

Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy; Goal 13: Climate action; Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Tags:

Energy; Chemicals and waste; Climate change; Sustainable cities and human settlements, Global

Chapter 7 - Clinical Applications of Virtual Reality in Patient-Centered Care

Elsevier,

Technology and Health, Promoting Attitude and Behavior Change, 2020, Pages 129-148

This chapter addresses Goal 3 by examining clinical virtual reality interventions which can help individuals suffering from mental health disorders.
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SDG:

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Tags:

Health and wellbeing; Health and population, Global

Plastic Waste and Recycling - Chapter 9: Microplastics: from origin to impacts

Elsevier,

Plastic Waste and Recycling, Environmental Impact, Societal Issues, Prevention, and Solutions, 2020, pages 223 - 249

This book chapter addresses goals 14, 15, and 12 by exploring the origins of microplastics (relating to our society, production and consumption) and the diverse and harmful impacts of microplastics in the marine environment on life underwater, as well as interactions with humans and other life on land at the end of the cycle.
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SDG:

Goal 14: Life below water; Goal 15: Life on land; Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production

Tags:

Oceans & Seas; Sustainable consumption and production; Chemicals and waste; Biodiversity and ecosystems, Global

Chapter 8 - Smartphone addiction

Elsevier,

Adolescent Addiction (Second Edition), Epidemiology, Assessment, and Treatment, Practical Resources for the Mental Health Professional, 2020, Pages 215-240

This chapter addresses Goal 3 by discussing smartphone addiction in adolescents.
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SDG:

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Tags:

Health and wellbeing; Health and population, Global

Inorganic Pollutants in Water - Chapter 5: Assessment of the negative effects of various inorganic water pollutants on the biosphere—an overview

Elsevier,

Inorganic Pollutants in Water, 2020, Pages 73-96

This book chapter addresses goals 14, 15, 6 and 11 by looking at the affects of pollutants on the biosphere.
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SDG:

Goal 14: Life below water; Goal 15: Life on land; Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities; Goal 6: Clean water and sanitation

Tags:

Biodiversity and ecosystems; Sustainable cities and human settlements; Sustainable consumption and production, Global

Steering through the waves and adjusting to transitions in dementia

Elsevier,

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Managing Dementia Transitions, Riding the Waves, 2020, Pages 235-256

This chapter addresses goal 3 by discussing what can be done to ease transitions in dementia.
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SDG:

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Tags:

Health and wellbeing; Health and population, Global

Chapter 15 - Early intervention for children with autistic spectrum disorders through a system of mobile services in the local community

Elsevier,

Autism 360°, 2020, Pages 269-276

This chapter addresses Goal 3 by discussing early interventions for autistic children via a mobile service system.
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SDG:

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Tags:

Health and wellbeing; Health and population, Global

Agricultural Internet of Things and Decision Support for Smart Farming - Chapter 1: Introduction to agricultural IoT

Elsevier,

Agricultural Internet of Things and Decision Support for Precision Smart Farming, 2020, Pages 1-33

This chapter explores how using technology and precision farming can improve yields while protecting the earth's resources, advancing SDGs 2 and 12.
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SDG:

Goal 2: Zero hunger; Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production

Tags:

Food security and nutrition and sustainable agriculture; Sustainable consumption and production; Technology, Global

Sustainable Bioenergy - Chapter 3: Sustainable Bioenergy Development in Africa: Issues, Challenges and the Way Forward

Elsevier,

Sustainable Bioenergy, Advances and Impacts, 2019, Pages 49-87

This book chapter addresses goals 7, 9, and 13 by reviewing the prospects and constraints for bioenergy development in Africa to ensure sustainable bioenergy production in the future.
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SDG:

Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy; Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure; Goal 13: Climate action

Tags:

Energy; Climate change; Food security and nutrition and sustainable agriculture, Africa

Sustainable Technologies for Fashion and Textiles - Chapter 13: Recycling of plastics into textile raw materials

Elsevier,

Sustainable Technologies for Fashion and Textiles, 2020, Pages 311-326

This book chapter addresses goals 9 and 12 by describing recycling methods including primary, mechanical, chemical and quaternary, to create new valuable products from plastic wastes and keep them out of landfill.
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SDG:

Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure; Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production

Tags:

Chemicals and waste; Industry; Sustainable consumption and production; Green economy, Global

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