Application of the group portfolio in Production Management and Logistics subject: results of a pilot project

Aprovechando el proceso de adaptación al nuevo Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior (EEES) de la Universidad Politécnica de Valencia (UPV), los autores del presente artículo decidieron realizar una experiencia piloto en asignaturas de la licenciatura. Dicha experiencia, consistía en la elaboración de un portafolio electrónico por grupos de alumnos. El resultado esperado es que los alumnos llevasen más al día la asignatura y se ejercitasen con problemas similares a los del examen. Se quería comprobar si el cambio metodológico repercutía en el progreso de los alumnos. El presente artículo presenta la experiencia de innovación docente implantada en la asignatura de Dirección de Producción y Logística en el curso académico 2011-2012 de cuarto curso de la Licenciatura de Administración de Empresas. Los resultados obtenidos servirán para el diseño de una asignatura de grado similar de segundo curso en el mismo centro.Taking advantage of the process of adaptation to the new European Higher Education Area (EHEA) of the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia (UPV), the present paper authors decided to conduct pilot projects in Bachelor subjects. This experience consisted in the development of an electronic portfolio by groups of students. The expected outcome is that students brought up the subject and they will practice with problems similar to the test. We wanted to see if methodological change impacted on student progress. This paper presents an experience of educational innovation introduced in the Management Production and Logistics subject, in 2011-2012 academic year, in the fourth year of the Bachelor of Business Administration. The results obtained will be used for the design of a similar Degree subject in the second course in the same center

Sustainable asphalt mixtures by partial replacement of fine aggregates with low-grade magnesium carbonate by-product

The utilisation of large quantities of raw materials for asphalt mixtures manufacturing, such as aggregates, is an environmental issue that must be addressed. This concern has led to valorising waste and by-products as more sustainable alternative raw materials. This research is aimed at evaluating the use of a low-grade magnesium carbonate (LG-MC) by-product as a partial replacement of fine aggregates and as a filler of asphalt mixtures. A mechanical analysis has been performed studying the effect of this by-product on the moisture sensitivity, cracking resistance and cohesion loss resistance of asphalt mixtures. Cracking resistance was assessed under different temperatures (20, 5 and -5 ºC) and conditions (unconditioned and aged). Results indicated that moisture sensitivity and cohesion loss resistance of asphalt mixtures with LG-MC by-product were not affected, obtaining similar results to those of the reference mixture. A protective effect in the mixture cracking resistance was observed using LG-MC. At low temperatures or after ageing, this by-product tends to maintain ductility to a greater extent. The study indicates that LG-MC is suitable as a partial substitute for the fine fraction of aggregates, as well as for the total amount of filler in asphalt mixtures manufacturing for road pavements

Using drones under 250 g for documenting the architectural heritage

[EN] The emergence of drones in recent years has revolutionized the field of photogrammetry due to the advantages that their use entails. opening a new variety of possibilities, as the use of close-range aerial photogrammetry. Therefore, the main objective of this contribution is to analyse the legal limits for this kind of drones under 250 g and to determine the quality of the results that can be obtained when they are used for graphic surveying. The methodology consisted in carrying out the survey of a renaissance courtyard, which is known as the Patio del Embajador Vich, one of the most relevant spaces in the city of Valencia that is currently integrated inside of the Museo de Bellas Artes de Valencia. The courtyard constitutes an excellent test bench due to the complexity of its sculptural forms and its combination with the large stucco panels. The photogrammetric survey was carried out with a DJI mini 2 drone, weighting less than 250 gr, equipped with a 1/2.3¿ CMOS sensor with a resolution of 12 Mp. In addition, a survey with a laser scanner Leica RTC 360 was also carried out to compare both of them and to estimate the precision of the photogrammetric survey. Two types of photogrammetric surveys were carried out, the first of which was taken at a medium distance to achieve the restitution of part of the general volume, while the second consisted of a very close-range survey of one of the original capitals, in order to restore a more detailed model. The conclusions of this study, that arises from the comparison and study of the models obtained, will reveal the convenience of using this kind of drones and its application to architectural heritage surveying.This contribution is part of the R+D+i project / Grant PID2020-119469RB-I00, funded by the Ministry of Science and Innovation/ State Research Agency/10.13039/501100011033.Rodríguez Navarro, P.; Cabezos Bernal, PM.; Gil Piqueras, T.; Giménez Ribera, M. (2022). Using drones under 250 g for documenting the architectural heritage. DisegnareCon. 15(29):1-19. https://doi.org/10.20365/disegnarecon.29.2022.1119152

Prognostic heterogeneity of adult B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukaemia patients with t(1;19)(q23;p13)/TCF3-PBX1 treated with measurable residual disease-oriented protocols

Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia; Cytogenetic alterations; PrognosisLeucemia linfoblástica aguda; Alteraciones citogenéticas; PronósticoLeucèmia limfoblàstica aguda; Alteracions citogenètiques; PronòsticThe prognosis of t(1;19)(q23;p13)/transcription factor 3-pre-B-cell leukaemia homeobox 1 (TCF3-PBX1) in adolescent and adult patients with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) treated with measurable residual disease (MRD)-oriented trials remains controversial. In the present study, we analysed the outcome of adolescent and adult patients with t(1;19)(q23;p13) enrolled in paediatric-inspired trials. The patients with TCF3-PBX1 showed similar MRD clearance and did not have different survival compared with other B-cell precursor ALL patients. However, patients with TCF3-PBX1 had a significantly higher cumulative incidence of relapse, especially among patients aged ≥35 years carrying additional cytogenetic alterations. These patients might benefit from additional/intensified therapy (e.g. immunotherapy in first complete remission with or without subsequent haematopoietic stem cell transplantation).This work was supported in part by CERCA/Generalitat de Catalunya SGR 2017 288 (GRC), a restricted grant from ‘La Caixa’ and Healthcare Alliance for Resourceful Medicine Offensive against Neoplasms (HARMONY)

THE GREAT SHIFT - From a broken world to sustainable well-being

This is a report issued by the Independent Commission for Sustainable Equality, European Parliament, S&D Group on 27/10/2021 Among its most game-changing recommendations are: • A fundamental reform of public policy at national and European levels in the economic, social and ecological spheres by anchoring policy-making and public budgeting to essential well-being goals, instead of GDP. • A change of gear at European level in defining legally binding sustainable goals, rules and norms to change the basic terms on which our economic system operates, including a European Responsible Capitalism Act, an EU-wide Anti-Poverty Law, and a Biodiversity Law. • A change of gear at global level with regard to multinational companies through a legally binding United Nations Convention on Social Responsibility • A reform of national social welfare systems into a new generation of social-ecological welfare systems, in order to protect citizens from future climate change consequences in material and health terms

Normativa de telecontrol en zonas regables

To define the minimum quality and functional requirements for all field remote control equipment to be installed in an irrigation system it’s indispensable to have a Standard for Remote Monitoring and Control Systems. For this reason, the Normalization Organization AEN/CNT68/SC2 "Irrigation", the Secretariat of which is hold by MAGRAMA - CENTER, is preparing, in collaboration with all stakeholders in the business, a Standard which whilst not selective, it is also useful for a unique characterization of the equipment, making easier the selection of the most suitable system taking into account the needs of every irrigation system and guaranteeing its correct performance. Work is currently in progress at both an International level (ISO) and a National level to elaborate the Standard which will have four sections: Definitions, Functionality and Robustness Tests, Interoperability and Specifications.Para definir los requisitos mínimos de calidad y funcionalidad que deben tener todos los equipos de telecontrol que se instalan en campo es imprescindible que se genere una normativa en el ámbito de telecontrol. Por este motivo, desde el organismo de normalización AEN/CNT68/SC2 “Riegos” cuya Secretaría ostenta el MAGRAMA – CENTER, se está dando forma, junto con todos los implicados en el sector, a una norma que no excluya a nadie, pero que a su vez sirva para hacer una caracterización inequívoca de estos equipos, facilitando la elección del sistema más adecuado en función de las necesidades de cada regadío y asegurando su correcto funcionamiento. Actualmente se está trabajando tanto a nivel internacional (ISO) como a nivel nacional en la elaboración de dicha norma que contará con cuatro partes: Definiciones, Ensayos de funcionalidad y robustez, Interoperabilidad y Especificaciones

High-porosity alkali-activated binders based on glass and aluminium recycling industry waste

The potential as alkali-activated precursors of ceramic-stone-porcelain (CSP) and PAVAL, two residues derived from the optical separation of glass cullet and salt slag from secondary aluminium recycling, has been assessed. Alkali-activated CSP and PAVAL binders’ formulations were prepared using NaOH 4 M and 6 M as alkaline activator solutions. The effect of the Na2O/Al2O3 ratio and alkaline activator concentration was evaluated from a chemical, physical, mechanical, and environmental perspective. The results revealed the formation of secondary reaction products attributed to the formation of (C,N)-A-S-H gels. It also showed the influence of decreasing Na2O/Al2O3 ratio in the obtained binders, increasing porosity and affecting the mechanical performance. Besides, it was demonstrated that PAVAL acts as a precursor and pore-generator. Finally, the environmental characterisation showed a significant leaching concentration of heavy metal(loid)s such as As, Cr, Mo, Sb, and Se, which decreases with longer curing periods.This work is partially supported by the Grants PID2021-125810OB-C21 and TED2021-129718B-I00, funded by MCIN/AEI/https://doi.org/10.13039/501100011033 , by “ERDF A way of making Europe”, and by the “European Union NextGenerationEU/PRTR”, and the Agència de Gestió d’Ajuts Universitaris i de Recerca (AGAUR) with the Grant 2021 SGR 00708. The authors would like to thank Daniel Rosas, S.A. for supplying the CSP, and Befesa Company for supplying the PAVAL. Mr Jofre Mañosa is grateful to the Government of Catalonia for its research Grant (FI-DGR 2020). Dr Teresa López-Montero is supported by the Spanish grant Juan de la Cierva Formación referenced as FJC-2018-035747-I.Peer ReviewedPostprint (published version