Open Access Short Communication
Visceral Leishmaniasis and Disposal of Solid Waste in Minas Gerais, Brazil







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Open Access Short Communication Visceral Leishmaniasis and Disposal of Solid Waste in Minas Gerais, Brazilby
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Abstract Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) is a vector-borne disease that is caused by the protozoan Leishmania infantum and transmitted to humans and other mammals through the bites of infected female sandflies. VL has been prevalent in Minas Gerais, Brazil, since the 1940s. As the vector com [...] 74 756 |
Investigation of Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion of Concrete in Sanitary Sewer Pipes and Manholes: Field Surveys and Laboratory Assessmentby
![]() ![]() Abstract Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) of concrete in sanitary sewer pipe and manholes is the result of dilute sulfuric acid (H2SO4) dissolving the cement matrix. The acid is produced by a complex series of chemical and biochemical reactions. The o [...] 155 976 |
Meeting the Net Zero Emissions Challenge – Alphabet’s Carbon Management Actions and OpportunitiesAbstract The first step in managing an entity’s carbon emissions involves measurement as ‘what gets measured gets managed’ and measurement lies at the heart of carbon management. The study of carbon management is important to all stakeholders as it enables calculation of emissions that can help d [...] 84 937 |
Cellular Photosynthetic Pigment and Structural Change in Festuca arundinacea (Tall Fescue) after Exposure to Acute and Chronic Chromium and Copper StressAbstract Expanded industrial globalization has resulted in the release of high concentrations of heavy metals into environmental water sources and soils. Phytoremediation may help to remove these heavy metals from contaminated soils. Tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea Shreb.) exhibits phyt [...] 87 825 |
Soil Pollution Education: A Broad View of Knowledge on Soil Pollution and Educational Activities for Undergraduate StudentsAbstract Soil pollution is a major challenge for ensuring a healthy environment and for human health. One of the critical points in soil pollution policy is the education and public awareness of the problem caused by soil pollution. Education influences decision-making on soil and water care. It is crucial t [...] 142 1347 |
Application of Epistemic Uncertainty Analysis and Sensitivity Analysis in Green Construction DesignAbstract Building performance is often expressed according to primary energy use; however studies should also include environmental load. To mitigate the effects of increased CO2 emissions, green building designs are now increasingly popular options for stakeholders. In contrast, impacts of green [...] 111 1061 |
How the Interaction of Heatwaves and Urban Heat Islands Amplify Urban WarmingAbstract An increase in global temperature will likely result in more intense and frequent heatwaves that would last longer. Simultaneously, the growth of urban population requires more areas of land incorporated into urbanization, because most people are expected to live in cities, which will increase the i [...] 89 1134 |
Non-Woven Tissues as Novel Cosmetic Carriers for a Green Beautyby
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Abstract Approximately 75% of textile waste is generated annually worldwide, as there is a dearth of viable recycling strategies. It has been estimated that textile industries can be responsible for approximately 20% of global water pollution. As a consequence
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Experience with Active Learning: The Charleston, SC, USA Urban Heat Island EffectAbstract The urban heat island (UHI) effect is not well understood, especially within the cityscape. This editorial is from the perspective of an undergraduate student Cadet Emma Larsen, as she comes to understand the UHI through mentorship from professors Simon Ghanat and Scott Curtis, personal experiences [...] 92 1448 |
From Managing People to Managing Emissions: How Leading Human Resources Firms are Minimising Their Carbon FootprintAbstract One of the biggest challenges currently presented to organisations worldwide is their ability to identify and sustainably manage greenhouse gas emissions. ‘Carbon management’, as it is referred to, is the process of understanding how and where an organisation’s activities generate emissions, and ext [...] 111 1636 |
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