All design research studies — page 426
Every peer-reviewed study in the designdex.org index, newest first. Each entry links to a full summary with the finding, method, limitations and a practical design takeaway.
- Resource Management · 2010Co-firing biomass with coal can reduce GHG emissions by up to 9% at a cost of $22-$84/tonne CO2e.
- Resource Management · 2010Wheat Straw Reinforcement in Nylon-6 Composites Enhances Modulus by 26.9%
- Resource Management · 2010Ionic Liquids Enhance Chitosan Processing and Enable Novel Material Blends
- Innovation & Design · 2000Maps as Structured Narratives: Shaping User Understanding Through Semiotic Design
- Resource Management · 2002Strategic Reuse of Contaminated Land Significantly Reduces Remediation Costs
- Resource Management · 2000Plastic waste decomposition exceeds 1000 years, demanding urgent material innovation.
- Resource Management · 2001Starch-Based Bioplastics Offer Biodegradable Solutions for Packaging
- Resource Management · 2004Biodegradable PHAs Offer Sustainable Alternative to Petroleum Plastics
- Resource Management · 2005Microwave Treatment Enhances Kafirin Film Strength and Barrier Properties
- Resource Management · 2007Biopolymer production via thermochemical conversion offers a viable eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastics.
- Resource Management · 2007Biocomposite Films Enhance Cellulose Paper Properties with Biodegradable PHB
- Resource Management · 2007Bast Fibre Composites: A Sustainable Alternative for Industrial Applications
- Resource Management · 2007Enhancing Biopolymer Strength with Modified Cellulose Nanofibers
- Sustainability · 2008Bioplastics: A Sustainable Alternative with Significant Production and Disposal Challenges
- Resource Management · 2008Incorporating Montmorillonite Nanoclay Enhances Biodegradable Starch Film Properties
- Resource Management · 2008Biopolymer Blends Enhance Toughness of Protein-Based Plastics
- Resource Management · 2008Extrusion processing enhances starch-based film strength and water resistance
- Resource Management · 2010Lipid composition significantly impacts protein complex stability in biological membranes
- Innovation & Design · 2010Proactive Technology Assessment for Emerging Nanotechnologies
- Modelling · 2010CFD Simulation Predicts Industrial Flow Efficiency
- Resource Management · 2010Smart lighting controls can reduce energy consumption by up to 50%
- User-Centred Design · 2010Tailoring Information Systems to Scientific Workflows Enhances Search Precision
- Resource Management · 2010Medium-technology castor bean cultivation yields higher net energy despite increased input.
- Resource Management · 2010Electrostatic Precipitators Can Reduce Wood Stove PM2.5 Emissions by 75%
- Innovation & Design · 2010Media narratives can marginalize or misrepresent social movements, impacting their perceived legitimacy and progress.
- Resource Management · 2010Biofuel Production: Balancing Energy Security with Food Availability
- Sustainability · 2010Integrating Sustainability into Chemical Engineering Curricula
- Resource Management · 2010Climate Change Adaptation for Urban Water Cycle Management
- Innovation & Markets · 2010China's Bilateral Trade Agreements: A Strategic Approach to Market Penetration
- Resource Management · 2010Ecosystem services are critical for food security and poverty reduction in developing nations.
- Resource Management · 2010Passive acoustic monitoring can estimate endangered whale population density
- Resource Management · 2010Phased Policy Implementation: Information, Incentives, then Regulation for Agricultural Water Pollution
- Sustainability · 2010Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Frameworks Drive Corporate Environmental Accountability
- Resource Management · 2010Participatory monitoring networks enhance community ownership of natural resources.
- Resource Management · 2010Organizational Altruism Drives Environmental Planning and Operations in Hotels
- Resource Management · 2010Emerging energy-efficient technologies offer significant cost savings and environmental benefits for industrial sectors.
- Resource Management · 2010Regulatory Frameworks Can Influence Long-Term Investment Returns in Pension Funds
- Resource Management · 2010Bamboo-Derived Hydrogels Enhance Heavy Metal Removal from Water
- Innovation & Design · 2010Ontology-driven traceability enhances early-stage design validation
- Innovation & Design · 2010Tactical flexibility in operations drives significant competitive advantage.
- Resource Management · 2010Stakeholder Values Significantly Shape Acceptance of Water Reallocation Policies
- User-Centred Design · 2010Multifaceted Intervention Programs Significantly Enhance Quality of Life for Individuals with Mild Dementia and Their Caregivers
- Resource Management · 2010Food Miles: Concept vs. Complex Reality
- Resource Management · 2010Willow Catkin Optimization (WCO) algorithm enhances nanoparticle analysis for resource efficiency
- Resource Management · 2010Integrated institutional frameworks are crucial for sustainable ecotourism resource management.
- Innovation & Design · 2010Organizational Culture: A Dynamic Force in Design Practice
- Resource Management · 2010Abundance-based management can increase recreational access in multi-user fisheries, but requires accounting for catchability biases.
- Resource Management · 2010Banking system's risk-taking amplified imbalances by underestimating capital and liquidity needs.
- Resource Management · 2010Actor-Option Framework Enhances Socio-Technical System Transition Modelling
- Resource Management · 2010Stakeholder Negotiation is Crucial for Successful Resource Management Initiatives
- Resource Management · 2010Integrating Natural Resource Capabilities Drives Sustainable Business Success
- Resource Management · 2010Crude Oil Supply Volatility Significantly Impacts Oil Refinery Production Capacity
- Resource Management · 2010Environmental risks necessitate adaptive institutional responses beyond traditional frameworks.
- Resource Management · 2010Wind-Powered Desalination: A Viable Solution for Water Scarcity in Arid Regions
- Resource Management · 2010Surface topography modification offers a zero-toxicity solution to marine biofouling.
- Resource Management · 2010Cement Plants Offer Significant Load Shedding Potential for Demand Response Programs
- Sustainability · 2010No Technology is Truly Sustainable; Focus on Systemic Impact
- Resource Management · 2026Mobile Energy Storage Systems Reduce Grid Load-Shedding by 4.30%
- Resource Management · 2026AI-driven framework enhances smart grid resilience and sustainability by 95%
- Resource Management · 2010Strategic PV Placement Cuts Rural Grid Power Losses by 15%
- Resource Management · 2010Decentralized Control of Distributed Energy Resources Enhances Micro-grid Efficiency and Stability
- Resource Management · 2010Zeolite Composites Enhance Hydrogen Storage Capacity and Accessibility
- Resource Management · 2010Renewable energy powered LED warning signs improve rural intersection safety
- Resource Management · 2010Biomass-to-Ethanol Process Simulation Identifies Molecular Sieves as Energy-Efficient Separation Method
- Resource Management · 2010EI Scale quantifies construction material environmental impact for eco-design
- Sustainability · 2010Cradle to Cradle: A Framework for Sustainable Built Environments
- Resource Management · 2010Ionic Liquids Enable Novel Cellulose Composite Manufacturing
- Resource Management · 2010Scaling biogas production: Cost reduction and sustainability challenges
- Resource Management · 2010Urban Carbon Neutrality Achievable Through Integrated Renewable Energy Strategies
- Resource Management · 2010Resource Efficiency Technology Radar Identifies Eco-Innovation Opportunities
- Resource Management · 2010Lumber Drying Dominates Energy Consumption in Softwood Production
- Sustainability · 2010Integrating Sustainable Design Principles Enhances Multidisciplinary Learning and Professional Development
- Resource Management · 2010A Framework for Evaluating Gigawatt-Scale Renewable Energy Siting Risks
- Resource Management · 2010Integrated Systems Approach Reduces Manufacturing Waste by 25%
- Innovation & Design · 2010Integrating Service Knowledge into Product Design Enhances Systemic Solutions
- Resource Management · 2010Designing Automobile Engines for Remanufacture: Prioritizing Part Placement and Type
- Sustainability · 2004Economic and Legal Incentives Drive Sustainable Consumption and Production
- Sustainability · 2005Implementing 6R principles in aluminum can design boosts circularity beyond traditional 3R approaches.
- Sustainability · 2005Deposit-return systems for PET bottles can significantly improve eco-efficiency and reduce costs.
- Sustainability · 2005Holistic Process Design Reduces Supply Chain Environmental Impact
- Sustainability · 2006Ecological Modernization Framework Enhances Environmental Performance in Small Agro-Industries
- Sustainability · 2006Eco-efficiency assessments reveal critical environmental hotspots in extended supply chains
- Sustainability · 2006Bio-composite strength enhanced by bamboo fiber integration and soy protein resin modification
- Sustainability · 2006Decoupling Transport Emissions from Economic Growth is Crucial for Long-Term Sustainability
- Sustainability · 2007New Urbanism principles can foster sustainable urban development, but require contextual adaptation.
- Sustainability · 2007Life Cycle Assessment of Photovoltaic Panels Reveals Environmental Trade-offs and Economic Challenges
- Sustainability · 2007Integrating Local Resources and Community Participation for Sustainable Housing in Indonesia
- User-Centred Design · 2010Universal Design for Learning principles enhance student engagement and learning outcomes in higher education.
- User-Centred Design · 2010Multimodal Data Fusion Enhances Distress Detection in Home Healthcare Telemonitoring
- User-Centred Design · 2010Environmental Education Programs Significantly Reduce Mercury Exposure Risk
- User-Centred Design · 2010User expectations of library services often exceed reality, particularly in digital access and reference collections.
- User-Centred Design · 2010User-Centric Design for Brain-Computer Interfaces Enhances Usability and Adoption
- User-Centred Design · 2010Child Development Accounts Increase Savings Behavior and Financial Well-being
- User-Centred Design · 2010Rubric Design Impacts Writing Skill Development in Freshman College Students
- User-Centred Design · 2010Supported eText enhances science comprehension for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- User-Centred Design · 2010Cultural Context Shapes Inclusive Design Implementation
- User-Centred Design · 2010Multiethnic Commercial Streets Foster Cosmopolitanism Through Diverse User Interactions
- Commercial Production · 2008Agile manufacturing networks boost footwear customization and efficiency
- Commercial Production · 2008Modular Evaluator Services Enhance Supply Chain Decision-Making Agility
- User-Centred Design · 2009Coffee house classroom design enhances student engagement and perceived learning