Elsevier, Advances in Radiation Oncology, Volume 3, October - December 2018
There is currently much interest in identifying and mitigating gender inequity within medicine, the greater workforce and society as a whole. We provide an evidence-based review of current and historical trends in gender diversity in the RO physician workforce and identify potential barriers to diversity and inclusion in training, professional development, and career advancement.
Elsevier,
International Review of Research in Developmental Disabilities, Volume 54, 2018, Pages 177-209
This content supports SDGs 3 and 10 by providing examples of formal support that can enhance natural and informal supports by recognizing and enhancing a person's capacities, strengthening and connecting social networks, leveraging resources within environments accessed by all citizens, and utilizing technological innovations so people with IDD can achieve their preferred quality of life.
Elsevier,
Clinical and Translational Perspectives on Wilson Disease, 2019, Pages 354-353
This book chapter advances SDGs 3 and 10 by explaining that is is generally believed that Wilson's Disease is more common in Chinese populations than the average worldwide prevalence of 1:30,000, but it has been reported among ethnic minorities in mainland China.
Elsevier,
International Review of Research in Developmental Disabilities, Volume 54, 2018, Pages 71-104
This chapter contributes to SDGs 3 and 10 by a review of the transition planning process, policy related to collaboration and transition planning, and research supporting collaboration during transition to adulthood for young adults with disabilities.
Elsevier,
Communicating as Women in STEM, Academic Press, 2018, Pages 23-40
This book chapter addresses SDG 5 and 8 by explaining the stereotype and stereotype threat that presents difficult challenges to women in STEM. This dual hazard impacts standardized testing as well as workplace acceptance and success.
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Communicating as Women in STEM, Academic Press, 2018, Pages 59-70
This book chapter addresses SDG 5 and 8 by showcasing how gendered communication styles affect workplace interactions and performance, and STEM fields, which are traditionally male-dominated, frequently exhibit masculine practices that limit women.
Elsevier, Journal of Cleaner Production, Volume 195, 10 September 2018
The use of biomass for energy production is one way to ensure energy security and address the environmental issues related to the use of fossil fuels in developing countries. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need electric power and thermal energy for their activities. In Burkina Faso, this type of thermal energy is generally produced by SMEs from firewood. However, cashew companies produce a large amount of waste (shell, press cake, nut shell liquid) which can be converted into fuel. Separating the cashew nut from the shell requires two energy-intensive steps: roasting and drying.
Elsevier, Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health, Volume 6, September 2018
Objective: Foreign-origin street children are vulnerable to HIV/AIDS mainly due to poverty, violence, early sexual activity and poor access to health care services. This study aimed to highlight the effectiveness of peer education intervention to reduce HIV-risky behavior among street children with Afghan nationality. Methods: Sixty-one street children were stratified by sex and then randomly allocated to either an intervention or control group by assigning each participant computerized random numbers.
Elsevier, Marine Policy, Volume 95, September 2018
Small-scale fisheries (SSFs) constitute a critical socioeconomic sector by providing a source of income and animal protein for fishing communities worldwide. In Uruguay this sector has traditionally been neglected. More recently, the Uruguayan government has shown an increasing interest in readdressing this situation by setting a high-level policy for SSFs. This paper addresses the long-term process from conceptualization to operationalization of the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF) in Uruguayan SSFs.
Elsevier, Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, Volume 7, September 2018
Rural communities in developing countries often require small cold storage for vital medicines while having no access to electricity. The utilization of waste heat – produced in biomass burning cookstoves during daily cooking routines – to power a thermoacoustic engine driving a thermoacoustic refrigerator is investigated. The simplicity and affordability is met by the use of atmospheric air as working medium, cheap PVC ducting for acoustic waveguides and locally available blacksmithing technologies for simple heat exchangers.
