Carleton University

About: Carleton University is a education organization based out in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Context (language use). The organization has 15852 authors who have published 39650 publications receiving 1106610 citations.

First measurement of the rate for the inclusive radiative penguin decay b→sγ

Abstract: We have measured the inclusive {ital b}{r_arrow}{ital s}{gamma} branching ratio to be (2.32{plus_minus}0.57{plus_minus}0.35){times}10{sup {minus}4}, where the first error is statistical and the second is systematic. Upper and lower limits on the branching ratio, each at 95% C.L., are {ital B}({ital b}{r_arrow}{ital s}{gamma}){lt}4.2{times}10{sup {minus}4} and {ital B}({ital b}{r_arrow}{ital s}{gamma}){gt}1.0{times}10{sup {minus}4}. These limits restrict the parameters of extensions of the standard model.

Participatory Action Research: Theory and Methods for Engaged Inquiry

Abstract: Introduction: Engaging with Participatory Action Research 1. Action Research History 2. Society, Experience, Knowledge Module One: Grounding and Uncertainty 3. Creating an Action Learning System 4. Managing Complexity 5. Mapping the Process 6. Walking the Talk Module Two: Fact Finding and Listening 7. Reinventions of the Wheel 8. Seeking Evidence and Consensus Module Three: Exploring Problems 9. Getting to the Root 10. Factors and Reasons Module 4: Knowing the Actors 11. Stakeholder Identification 12. Stakeholder Analysis 13. Positions and Values Module Five: Assessing Options 14. Blue Sky Thinking 15. Into the Future Module Six: Understanding Systems 16. Contributing to Change 17. System Dynamics 18. Domain Analysis 19. Breaking the Dependency on Tobacco Production Conclusion: Rethinking Higher Education and the Discovery Process

The Frozen Earth: Fundamentals of Geocryology

Abstract: This book describes the effects of cold climates on the surface of the earth. Using scientific principles, the authors describe the evolution of ground thermal conditions and the origin of natural features such as frost heave, solifluction, slope instabilities, patterned ground, pingos and ice wedges. The thermodynamic conditions accompanying the freezing of water in porous materials are examined and their fundamental role in the ice segregation and frost heave processes is demonstrated in a clear and simple manner. This book concentrates on the analysis of the causes and effects of frozen ground phenomena, rather than on the description of the natural features characteristic of freezing or thawing ground. Its scientific approach provides a basis for geotechnical analyses such as those essential to resource development.

A Survey of Blockchain Technology Applied to Smart Cities: Research Issues and Challenges

Abstract: In recent years, the rapid urbanization of world’s population causes many economic, social, and environmental problems, which affect people’s living conditions and quality of life significantly. The concept of “smart city” brings opportunities to solve these urban problems. The objectives of smart cities are to make the best use of public resources, provide high-quality services to the citizens, and improve the people’s quality of life. Information and communication technology plays an important role in the implementation of smart cities. Blockchain as an emerging technology has many good features, such as trust-free, transparency, pseudonymity, democracy, automation, decentralization, and security. These features of blockchain are helpful to improve smart city services and promote the development of smart cities. In this paper, we provide a comprehensive survey on the literature involving blockchain technology applied to smart cities. First, the related works and background knowledge are introduced. Then, we review how blockchain technology is applied in the realm of smart cities, from the perspectives of smart citizen, smart healthcare, smart grid, smart transportation, supply chain management, and others. Finally, some challenges and broader perspectives are discussed.