Understanding variations of heavy metals in atmospheric particles between different functional areas is significant for pollution control and urban planning in cities. To reveal pollution and spatial distribution of heavy metals in atmospheric particles from different urban functional areas in Shijiazhuang in North China, 43 settled dust samples were collected over the main urban area and heavy...

Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) tools appear to enhance the possibilities offered by a collaborative approach to planning. The present paper analyzes both the results of experiences of the author and of those available in the literature, highlighting possible advantages and disadvantages. After a brief introduction to the meaning of e-democracy, the second part focuses on the role of I...

The year was 1975; the first issue of Journal of Clinical Microbiology (JCM) was published. The advertisers included Microbiological Associates, Clinical Sciences, Inc., and General Diagnostics. Fifty U.S. dollars bought a 1-year subscription. The subjects of the published articles included Proteus morganii, a novel satellite test for Haemophilus spp., and rapid hippurate hydrolysis testing of ...

The globalization of China and active international migration across Chinese borders involving millions people have made understanding nationality law an issue tremendous importance. In recent years, disputes concerning arisen out undefined terms in the Nationality Law. At center is term “settled abroad,” which impacts those who acquire foreign children born to overseas citizens. limited litera...