This paper presents a conceptual hybrid model that embodies a synergistic approach by
integrating principles from operations research (OR) with steps from the design science …

Climate change is posing a growing threat to cultural heritage buildings, and many cities
lack the capacity to manage these risks. One significant challenge is flooding, which can …

Timely access to up-to-date, relevant and the geographically referenced emergency
information is considered as the essential requirement of the emergency response. The …

THIS thesis investigates the impact of the thermal inertia of residential buildings on electricity
demand. The analysis demonstrates the significant potential of residential buildings in …

Moore's law states that the number of transistors on a chip will double every two years. A
similar force appears to drive the progress of information technology. Companies tend to …

Moore's law states that the number of transistors on a chip will double every two years. A
similar force appears to drive the progress of information technology. Companies tend to …

Flooding in the UK is reported to become a more severe and localised phenomenon in the
future due to climate change (EA, 2009b; Evans et al., 2004) and the population growth …