Time allocation literature coming from all disciplines is reviewed and organized by means of a conceptual classification. A brief account of the origins and evolution of the modeling perspectives on time use research is ...

This paper presents a hybrid algorithm that combines a metaheuristic and an exact method to solve the Probabilistic Maximal Covering Location-Allocation Problem. A linear programming formulation for the problem presents ...

Abstract This paper examines the means to incorporate the use of market signals through prices into water resources management with the objective of improving efficiency in the allocation of water. It reviews a vast body ...

This paper examines student learning time as a key educational resource. It presents an overview of how different OECD countries allocate instruction time. It also develops a model to understand the effective use of allocated ...

This paper examines student learning time as a key educational resource. It presents an overview of how different OECD countries allocate instruction time. It also develops a model to understand the effective use of allocated ...

Time allocation of children and adolescents is widely discussed in international academic literature, especially time allocation in work activities. This specific work intends to contribute in the debate about factors ...

The Internet of Things (IoT) brings new applications and challenges related to cloud computing. The service distribution challenge is becoming more evident and a need for better service options is emerging. The focus of ...

The Internet of Things (IoT) brings new applications and challenges related to cloud computing. The service distribution challenge is becoming more evident and a need for better service options is emerging. The focus of ...