This research contributes to understanding and shaping systems for OFMSW separation at urban Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs, such as offices, shops and service providers). Separating SMEs’ organic fraction of municipal solid waste (OFMSW) is both an opportunity and a serious challenge for the transition …

The problem definition on which this research is based arised from the increasing importance of gender diversity and more women participation in corporate governance. The objective of this research is to identify the factors that influence the gender balance within ICC’s World Chambers Federation. From …

Dit onderzoek is uitgevoerd op het praktijkonderwijs van het Calvijn College in Krabbendijke. De aanleiding van dit onderzoek is dat LVB-jongeren op het praktijkonderwijs moeite hebben met het inzien van de mogelijke gevaren van sociale media. Dit kan ervoor zorgen dat de jongeren te maken kunnen krijgen …

The emission of greenhouse gasses is a trending subject worldwide. Also the maritime industry is looking for alternative options for zero-emission transport. Nedstack provides fuel cells as a solution for this challenge. This research is a first glance at the possibilities to create a feasible retrofit …

Sand nourishments have been executed throughout the coastline of Walcheren for decades with the goal of improving coastal safety, widening beaches for recreation and reducing the impact of coastal erosion on dune habitats and the landscape. While the coastal engineering benefits of sand nourishments …

The concept of deterrence has dominated Western strategic thought for some seven decades. It shows no signs of easing its grip. In the face of any new security threat, such as terrorism or cyber-attacks, one of the fi rst questions to be asked is ‘ can this be deterred? ’ Even when the answer is not very …

Now that the grey wolf (Canis lupus lupus) returned to Germany, pastoralists need to adopt protection measures to prevent their animals from incidents. Most of the incidents arise where wolves establish themselves in new territories and pastoralists have not yet adjusted to their presence. The facts …

Aanleiding tot dit onderzoek was de vraag van Zorggroep Ter Weel of het mogelijk is om samen met meerdere organisaties in Goes-Zuid een vervoervoorziening op te zetten, de GVGZ. Daaraan lag ten grondslag dat Ter Weel merkte dat een deel van de mensen met een beperkte mobiliteit in Goes-Zuid moeite heeft …

This research was initiated due to a rising pressure on the Dutch healthcare system. A multitude of developments such as the growing number of people with chronic diseases, the growing aging population and the gap between the need for care and the ability to provide for it, has created a need to re-construct …