Cities and Climate Change: The Challenge of Urban Resilience Unimagined Communities These are communities which according to the journal, Situation Sarnia: “Unimagined Communities” in the New National Energy Debate by Scott have extraordinary conditions that curtail their involvement in critical decision making processes by authorities. The unimaginative of given sections of the country are mainly based on notions that these communities are located in places whereby, if considered, they would limit the execution of the given project. The “Unimagination” can hence be used to mean ignorance associated with impact assessment protocols. Communities are hence ignored, or rather unimagined at the expense of project prosperity. The Aamjiwnaang First Nation is such a community in Canada that is given no consideration when the National Energy Board decides to approve the Line 9 energy Project. These communities demonstrate how irrational government authorities may get when making decisions that may have implications on the community dwellers. Unimagined communities are made to face the implications associated with the projects, like the case of the National Energy Board and the Aamjiwnaang First Nation and the Chippewas…
Criminology Concerns about criminality progressively depict it as revolving around social lives. Tactics that focus on particular methods of crime prevention stress on tough measures against dangerous persons and possible criminalities. Modern civilization fundamentally shows a stirring mix between the social ideals and the essentials of a fruitful market economy which present opportunities for crime. In response, different programs come into play towards reducing crime across social settings. Populations deemed prone to law-breaking and persons perceived as highly likely to fall victim form the subject of focus through increased responsibilization. Targeted programs incline towards improving the population’s skills of co-existing in society. Consequently, the rise of crime deterrence procedures in different situations strives to make locations perilous for potential lawbreakers instead of exposing specific dysfunctions or disorders. Since the overarching concept remains that situations influence behavior, the growing stress on using different strategies focusing on augmenting security seeks to decrease crime. Notably, some security programs focus on the privatization of unrestricted areas. Remarkably vigorous efforts seem focused on monitoring and possibly detaining homeless individuals and other persons fond of spending…
The imposition of bargaining tariffs The two concepts of Introductory game theory, the Cournot game and Nash equilibrium are used in the article to analyze the imposition of the bargaining tariffs. Cournot game refers to the duopoly model whereby two firms chooses the level of output to compete with each other. Nash equilibrium, on the other hand, means there would be no incremental benefits to an individual who change actions given players remain constant in their initial strategies(Rad 45).The concepts predict the behavior of the companies in response to the competitors’ prices. Hegemony refers to one group dominating the other(Schindler 24). To start with, I think the authors are right not to agree with some of the people who think trade is a zero-sum game. “It is a misconception that International trade is a zero-sum game in which the losses in imports must be avoided and the profits to be made in exports”(Tandon 34). It is wrongbecause we engage in international trade to get things cheaper than we can produce them. Imports are the real benefit from trade and exports…
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Homology modeling of the Taurine transporter Introduction Cell fate, cell migration, cycle regulation, cellular metabolism, and intracellular signaling are profoundly affected by cell volume control imbalance. In contrast, vital cellular processes, for example, increase in cell volume is often considered a replica for migration and mitosis (), which is triggered by a shift in cell volume, while cell apoptosis triggers cell shrinkage (). Often, cell volume preservation incorporates active uptake of ions and passive release of organic osmolytes that is influenced by the net locomotion of osmolytes, which is osmotically followed by water. The process of changing intracellular ionic surroundings or membrane potential through rapid extracellular osmolarity changes is useful in avoiding cellular dysfunction due to accumulated organic osmolytes and ions during cell shrinkage. This process is known as RVI or regulatory volume increase. Alternatively, the RVD or regulatory volume decrease is the process due to cell swelling that results in the release of the osmolytes [7, 8]). As such, Taurine can be defined as one of the primary semi-essential organic osmolytes with abundant β-amino sulfonic acid that is used…
Shirebrook Regeneration Project Ethos and Rational Summary Ethos has to do with credibility. It is persuading an audience by using the credibility of the subject matter. The ethos that influenced the development of the Shirebrook regeneration project was simply to benefit the town’s community. A significant section of the population had lost their jobs and business, and they needed something that would help them get a source of livelihood again. Additionally, the company that had been responsible for their housing and social services had also gone out of business. Therefore, there was a need for another project to step in and offer these services. This need and gap in the economic and social environment was to be filled by the regeneration project. The plan was to make sure that the opportunities for employment that the project would generate would have a direct benefit to the local workforce as well as the town’s new residents. The businesses provided much-needed jobs and offered the traders a place to conduct their transactions. In effect, the project would heighten the town’s economic viability. Such…
Keystone species Keystone species can be described as species that have more influence on the ecology compared to others. Food chain, on the other hand, is a linear network of species from the primary producers to the topmost predators. I think that keystone species are predators so that they can help keep other animals in check. It is crucial to understand that predators have a strong influence on other species that also have an impact on the species lower in the food chain. Being on top of the chain makes it easier for them to increase biodiversity. The keystone predators may influence the ecosystem by preventing some organisms from becoming dominant. For instance, keystone predators can reduce the number of a given herbivore to help control other species. For example, grazers are likely to prevent various organisms from forming becoming dominant in the ecosystem. There are a couple of things that I found interesting in the video. First, it was interesting to know that predators have more influence on the ecosystem even though they feed o other animals. Another exciting…
Exploration and Effects on Native Americans European explorers first landed in the late 1400s on the shores of what is presently North America. According to historians, what motivated European exploration was religion, glory, and hunt for precious metals. The religious motivation is evident in the way European Christians spread the word of God by organizing crusades and religious battles that sought to make Jerusalem a religious place. They also had the desire to possess the holy lands, and that is why they had a war of violence against Muslims. The Europeans traced trade paths to the Asian markets hoping to acquire global recognition for the state. The crusades that European explorers introduced, enhanced the maritime trade. As the crusaders came into contact with spices, silk, and porcelain, the demand for the products generated fresh markets for traders. The main problem that the European explorers had while transporting products was the robbers and Muslim middlemen (“Motivation for European Conquest of the New World (article),” n.d.). Also, the Muslim rulers took advantage of European explorers by not telling them where the Spice…
What are the benefits and drawbacks of the electric off-road vehicles? It’s been some nine years that the off-road industry started considering electric ATVs and UTVs. At that time, Polaris used to be the only one of the major producers that had an electric model. Of course, a number of smaller companies also had electric models. At present, those smaller companies have gone out of business. However, electric ATVs and UTVs aren’t dead. There are quite a few electric UTVs available now. More are going to hit the market in the years to come. Below, we are going to discuss the background of electric vehicles, how they are advantageous and their downsides. The Benefits of the Electric UTV The greatest benefit of electric vehicles is most probably their nearly completely silent functioning. This feature is especially helpful for individuals that drive to hunting stands and back. After pressing down the go pedal, you won’t hear any other sounds apart from Sound of tires moving on the turf A dim hum of the electrical motor This silent operation is also helpful…
What are the elements to look for when buying room heaters? With approaching winter, if you are planning to get a room heater for your house, it is a wise decision. But if you are buying the heater for the first time, it is important to make certain considerations. This shall help you get hands-on the right item. You need to analyze whether you need the heater or not. For this, you have to consider the chilling cold weather in the place you are living in. To get the required comfort during the winter months, a heater can be of immense help. The following part of the article will take you through the important considerations. Knowing the right type of heater With plenty of options for room heaters available in the market, it is important to know the right type based on your requirements. The heaters differ in type, shape, size, comfort level, and other features. There are three main types of heaters. Fan heaters – It works on an internal fan that blows air through a heating element. Oil-filled…