scholarly journals Exposure to Traffic-related Air Pollution and the Onset of Childhood Asthma: A Review of the Literature and the Assement Methods Used

2017 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khair Jadaan ◽  
Haneen Khreis ◽  
Ádám Török
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Exposure Assessment ◽  
Childhood Asthma ◽  
Assessment Methods ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Research ◽  
Critical Literature

The overall objective of this study is to examine the literature investigating the associations between traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) and the incidence and prevalence of childhood asthma throughout a critical literature review The study examines and demonstrates the association between TRAP and childhood asthma, the literature associated with it, and the gaps in the current state of research. The exposure assessment methods currently in use in the literature are also overviewed and critically discussed for strengths and limitations.

Towards an understanding of early childhood mathematics education: A systematic review of the literature focusing on practicing and prospective teachers

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 274-296 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra M Linder ◽  
Amber Simpson
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
Mathematics Education ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Prospective Teachers ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Early Childhood Mathematics ◽  
Current State ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
State Of Research

This article presents the results of a literature review spanning 15 years (2000–2015), identifying empirical research relating to early childhood mathematics education. A total of 1141 articles were identified and examined in order to determine the current state of research in terms of location, participants, research questions, and the research methodology commonly used in this body of literature. Following a discussion of the overarching view of the literature, the authors present an analysis of a subsection of the literature, focusing on practicing and prospective teachers’ practice.

China in Africa: a critical literature review

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdoulkadre Ado ◽  
Zhan Su
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Academic Literature ◽  
Current State ◽  
Comprehensive Literature Review ◽  
Critical Literature

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to critically assesses the major contributions to the academic literature on China’s increased focus on Africa, from 2001 to 2011. It discusses the key trends concerning China’s presence in Africa and draws conclusions on the significance of the studies by emphasizing and contrasting the prevailing positions. Design/methodology/approach – Based on a qualitative approach using an integrative and comprehensive literature review, the authors performed a content analysis of high-impact, peer-reviewed papers. Findings – The paper questions and repositions some of the existing controversies. The results from existing studies remain questionable, requiring further clarification and more theoretical backing. It, moreover, highlights the notion that behind the explicit neutrality views of China’s presence in Africa, implicit assumptions may exist. These are often the differences in narratives conveyed by Western and Southern stakeholders. Research limitations/implications – Most of the conclusions drawn from this paper need to be re-explored and supported by additional research. This could be done by widening the scope of the analysis. Studies need to provide more empirical support for their assertions through quantitative data and evidence-based qualitative analyses – all within a framework that considers more cultural, social and historical dimensions. The paper also suggests that an institutionally based view appears most relevant in better explaining China in Africa. Originality/value – This paper reviews a decade of research on China in Africa and presents a snapshot of the current state of knowledge. It also raises concerns to be analyzed by future research and proposes new avenues for better understanding China’s presence in Africa.

Sport in business studies: a state-of-the-art literature review

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 529-546
Author(s):  
Christofer Laurell ◽  
Sten Soderman
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Marketing Strategy ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
State Of The Art ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Business Studies ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Research

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide a systematic review of articles on sport published in leading business studies journals within marketing, organisational studies and strategy.Design/methodology/approachBased on a review of 38 identified articles within the subfields of marketing, strategy and organisation studies published between 2000 and 2015, the articles’ topical, theoretical and methodological orientation within the studied subfields were analysed followed by a cross-subfield analysis.FindingsThe authors identify considerable differences in topical, theoretical and methodological orientation among the studied subfields’ associated articles. Overall, the authors also find that articles across all subfields tend to be focussed on contributing to mature theory, even though the subfield of marketing in particular exhibits contributions to nascent theory in contrast to organisation studies and strategy.Originality/valueThis paper contributes by illustrating the current state of research that is devoted or related to the phenomenon of sport within three subfields in business studies. Furthermore, the authors discuss the role played by leading business studies journalsvis-à-vissport sector-specific journals and offer avenues for future research.

Incorporation of Depth in Two Dimensional Video Captures

2016 ◽  
pp. 88-109
Author(s):  
Manami Barthakur ◽  
Kandarpa Kumar Sarma
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Video Image ◽  
Stereoscopic Vision ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Video Images ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Research ◽  
Generic System ◽  
2D To 3D

Stereoscopic vision in cameras is an interesting field of study. This type of vision is important in incorporation of depth in video images which is needed for the ability to measure distances of the object from the camera properly i.e. conversion of two dimensional video image into three dimensional video. In this chapter, some of the basic theoretical aspects of the methods for estimating depth in 2D video and the current state of research have been discussed. These methods are frequently used in the algorithms for estimating depth in the 2D to 3D video techniques. Some of the recent algorithms for incorporation depth in 2D video are also discussed and from the literature review a simple and generic system for incorporation depth in 2D video is presented.

scholarly journals Association between Traffic Related Air Pollution and the Development of Asthma Phenotypes in Children: A Systematic Review

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nelson Lau ◽  
Alex Norman ◽  
Mary Jane Smith ◽  
Atanu Sarkar ◽  
Zhiwei Gao
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Air Pollution ◽  
Childhood Asthma ◽  
Literature Search ◽  
Late Onset ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Persistent Asthma ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Asthma Phenotypes ◽  
The Relationship

Introduction. Traffic related air pollution (TRAP) has long been associated with the onset of childhood asthma. The relationship between TRAP exposure and the development of childhood asthma phenotypes is less understood. To better understand this relationship, we performed a systematic review of the literature studying childhood TRAP exposure and the development of childhood asthma and wheezing phenotypes (transient, persistent, and late-onset asthma/wheezing phenotypes). Methods. A literature search was performed in PubMed, Embase, and Scopus databases for current literature, returning 1706 unique articles. After screening and selection, 7 articles were included in the final review. Due to the low number of articles, no meta-analysis was performed. Results. TRAP exposure appears to be associated with both transient and persistent asthma/wheezing phenotypes. However, there was little evidence to suggest a relationship between TRAP exposure and late-onset asthma/wheezing. The differing results may be in part due to the heterogeneity in study methods and asthma/wheezing phenotype definitions, in addition to other factors such as genetics. Conclusion. TRAP exposure may be associated with transient and persistent asthma/wheezing phenotypes in children. The low number of studies and differing results suggest that further studies are warranted.

Predicting the Outcome of Union Certification Elections: A Review of the Literature

ILR Review ◽  
1983 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 537-559 ◽  
Author(s):  
Herbert G. Heneman ◽  
Marcus H. Sandver
Keyword(s):  
Large Body ◽  
Policy Recommendations ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Labor Management ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Research ◽  
Certification Elections ◽  
Election Studies

This paper reviews the large body of literature examining the outcomes of NLRB certification elections. The authors first review the major patterns of the research conducted to date and then analyze twenty-nine studies in depth. These studies exemplify the range of methodologies used and results obtained within each of the two major kinds of election studies: those analyzing data gathered from individual voters and those analyzing NLRB data on election units. The review concludes with an appraisal of the current state of research on election outcomes and with policy recommendations for labor, management, and government representatives.

scholarly journals A Review of Urban Air Pollution Monitoring and Exposure Assessment Methods

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 389 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xingzhe Xie ◽  
Ivana Semanjski ◽  
Sidharta Gautama ◽  
Evaggelia Tsiligianni ◽  
Nikos Deligiannis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Exposure Assessment ◽  
Urban Air Pollution ◽  
Assessment Methods ◽  
Pollution Monitoring ◽  
Urban Air ◽  
Air Pollution Monitoring
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