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Cover Handbook on Entropy, Complexity and Spatial Dynamics
Handbook on Entropy, Complexity and Spatial Dynamics
A Rebirth of Theory?
Editors: Aura Reggiani, Laurie A. Schintler, Daniel Czamanski, and Roberto Patuelli
This ground-breaking Handbook presents a state-of-the-art exploration of entropy, complexity and spatial dynamics from fundamental theoretical, empirical and methodological perspectives. It considers how foundational theories can contribute to new advances, including novel modeling and empirical insights at different sectoral, spatial and temporal scales.
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Handbook
Publication Date:
17 Dec 2021
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781839100598
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Economics 2021
Cover The Evaluation of Complex Infrastructure Projects
The Evaluation of Complex Infrastructure Projects
A Guide to Qualitative Comparative Analysis
Lasse Gerrits and Stefan Verweij
Infrastructure projects are notoriously hard to manage so it is important that society learns from the successes and mistakes made over time. However, most evaluation methods run into a conundrum: either they cover a large number of projects but have little to say about their details, or they focus on detailed single-case studies with little in terms of applicability elsewhere. This book presents Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) as an alternative evaluation method that solves the conundrum to enhance learning.
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Monograph Book
Publication Date:
29 Jun 2018
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781783478422
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Social and Political Science 2018
Cover Accessibility and Spatial Interaction
Accessibility and Spatial Interaction
Editors: Ana Condeço-Melhorado, Aura Reggiani, and Javier Gutiérrez
The concept of accessibility is linked to the level of opportunities available for spatial interaction (flows of people, goods or information) between a set of locations, through a physical and/or digital transport infrastructure network. Accessibility has proved to be a crucial tool for understanding the framework of sustainability policy in light of best practice planning and decision-making processes. Methods such as cost–benefit analysis, multi-criteria analysis and risk analysis can benefit greatly from embedding accessibility results. This book presents a cohesive collection of recent studies, modeling and discussing spatial interaction by means of accessibility indicators
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Monograph Book
Publication Date:
26 Dec 2014
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781782540731
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Economics 2014
Cover International Handbook on Mega-Projects
International Handbook on Mega-Projects
Editors: Hugo Priemus and Bert van Wee
This comprehensive and accessible Handbook presents state-of-the-art research on the decision-making processes in the deliverance of mega-projects – large infrastructure projects for the transportation of people and/or goods.
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Handbook
Publication Date:
29 Nov 2013
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781781002308
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Economics 2013
Cover Smart Transport Networks
Smart Transport Networks
Market Structure, Sustainability and Decision Making
Editors: Thomas Vanoutrive and Ann Verhetsel
Transport is debated by many, and liberalization processes, transport policy, transport and climate change and increased competition between transport modes are the subject of heated discussion. Smart Transport Networks illustrates that whether concerning road, water, rail or air, knowledge on the structure of transport markets is crucial in order to tackle transport issues. The book therefore explores key factors concerning the structure of transport markets, their environmental impact, and questions why decision makers often fail to tackle transport-related problems.
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Monograph Book
Publication Date:
30 Aug 2013
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781782548331
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Economics 2013
Cover Accessibility Analysis and Transport Planning
Accessibility Analysis and Transport Planning
Challenges for Europe and North America
Editors: Karst T. Geurs, Kevin J. Krizek, and Aura Reggiani
Accessibility is a concept central to integrated transport and land use planning. The goal of improving accessibility for all modes, for all people, has made its way into mainstream transport policy and planning in communities worldwide. This unique and fascinating book introduces new accessibility approaches to transport planning across Europe and the United States.
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Monograph Book
Publication Date:
31 Oct 2012
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781781000113
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Economics 2012
Cover Recent Developments in the Economics of Transport
Recent Developments in the Economics of Transport
Roger Vickerman

This comprehensive research review provides a selection of key writings on the economics of transport published since 1990. Topics covered include transport, economic activity and the spatial economy; demand and activity-based approaches; costs, scale and scope; external costs, efficiency and the wider impacts of transport; and competition and regulation.
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Research Reviews
Publication Date:
31 Oct 2012
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781784710323
Cover Tax Free Trade Zones of the World and in the United States
Tax Free Trade Zones of the World and in the United States
Susan Tiefenbrun
This definitive and comprehensive book, with contributions from world-renowned foreign trade zone expert, the late Walter Diamond, provides an up-to-date guide to the free trade zones and subzones in the United States and around the world.
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Monograph Book
Publication Date:
29 Feb 2012
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781849809061
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Law 2012
Cover Decision-Making on Mega-Projects
Decision-Making on Mega-Projects
Cost–benefit Analysis, Planning and Innovation
Editors: Hugo Priemus, Bent Flyvbjerg, and Bert van Wee
This book enlarges the understanding of decision-making on mega-projects and suggest recommendations for a more effective, efficient and democratic approach. Authors from different scientific disciplines address various aspects of the decision-making process, such as management characteristics and cost–benefit analysis, planning and innovation and competition and institutions. The subject matter is highly diverse, but certain questions remain at the forefront. For example, how do we deal with protracted preparation processes, how do we tackle risks and uncertainties, and how can we best divide the risks and responsibilities among the private and public players throughout the different phases of the project?
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Monograph Book
Publication Date:
29 Feb 2008
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781848440173
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Economics 2010 and before
Cover Competition in the Railway Industry
Competition in the Railway Industry
An International Comparative Analysis
Editors: José A. Gómez-Ibáñez and Ginés de Rus
Numerous countries have attempted to improve the performance of their railways by introducing more competition, but there is fierce debate and no consensus on how this is best achieved. This book reveals how railways were an obvious target for reform because they were often losing traffic and money, and because the government was typically deeply involved as either owner or regulator.
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Monograph Book
Publication Date:
27 Oct 2006
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.4337/9781847202949
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Social And Political Science 2010 and before