On the Caribbean island of St. Eustatius – locally known as Statia – growing food is not easy. Water is scarce, fresh vegetables are expensive, and young people do not see agriculture as their dream career. Through the project Food Resilient Futures, joint experiments are being carried out to explore …

De elektrificatie van vrachtvervoer versnelt, maar legt een groeiende druk op het elektriciteitsnet van bedrijventerreinen. Netcongestie dreigt daarmee een rem te worden op de verduurzaming van logistiek transport. Dit artikel onderzoekt hoe de toekomstige laadbehoefte voor elektrische trucks en bestelwagens …

This study evaluates the effect of gamification on the engagement and performance of first-year students in the International Supply Chain Management course at a University of Applied Sciences. Several students were exposed to the pilot of The Fresh Connection compact, a simulation game which was implemented …

Background and aim. To improve the indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in schools, the Dutch government issued a program of requirements (PoR) “Fresh Schools”. This study aims to determine the effect of adopting class A (high IEQ) or B (moderate IEQ) of this PoR on students’ comfort and performance. Requirements …

The escalating plastic waste crisis has increased the need for sustainable alternatives. Biodegradable plastics have emerged as a promising solution and are now frequently encountered at crime scenes. Although many studies have been published on the development of fingermarks on conventional plastics, …

In this project, we investigate whether we can specify (and ideally quantify) the impact of customs inspection processes and associated delays on the fresh food supply chain, with a specific focus on food (quality) loss and associated environmental footprint, addressing the question: What is the impact …

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Gamification in education has gained momentum as a means to improve students’ motivation and learning outcomes. This study evaluates the effect of gamification on the engagement and performance of first students in the International Supply Chain Management course at a University of Applied Sciences. …

The Caribbean Netherlands rely heavily on costly imports of fresh produce, contributing to unhealthy diets and rising rates of obesity. Local food production remains limited due to insufficient water-smart, nature-inclusive agricultural practices and low climate resilience. The research project Food …

In this comprehensive Encyclopedia, Matthijs Bal brings together over 190 international experts to present fresh perspectives on key concepts, theories and research in organizational psychology. Entries cover central topics in the field, such as performance and work family balance, as well as upcoming …