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Fonseca F., and Ramos R. A. R., "Rural tourism in peripheral areas: Evidence from the Portuguese municipality of Almeida", Towns in a Rural World, pp. 253-279, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Introduction to nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction", Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction, pp. 1-6, 2013.

Couto J. P., and Gomes C., "Factors affecting the safety performance in Portuguese construction: Summary analysis focused on rehabilitation works", Occupational Safety and Hygiene, Arezes et al. (eds), pp. 123-127, 2013.

Miranda T. F. S., e Sousa L. R., Roggenthen W., and Sousa R. L., "Application of Data Mining techniques for the development of new rock mechanics constitutive models", Constitutive modeling of geomaterials: Advances and new applications, pp. 735–740, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Biotechconcrete: An innovative approach for concrete with enhanced durability", Eco-efficient concrete, pp. 565–576, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Built Environment Life Cycle Process and Climate Change", Nearly Zero Energy Building Refurbishment: A Multidisciplinary Approach, pp. 61–97, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Concrete with polymeric wastes", Eco-efficient concrete, pp. 368–385, 2013.

Caicedo B., Coronado O., Fleureau J. - M., and Correia A. G., "Cyclic behavior of unsaturated unbound aggregates for pavements", Advances in Unsaturated Soils (Pan-Am Unsaturated Soils), pp. 291–297, 2013.

Oliveira J. R. M., Silva H. M. R. D., and Pais, J., "Different solutions for road pavement recycling", Recycling : technological systems, management practices and environmental impact, pp. 1–56, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "An eco-efficient approach to concrete carbonation", Eco-efficient concrete, pp. 368–385, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Introduction", Nearly Zero Energy Building Refurbishment: A Multidisciplinary Approach, pp. 1–14, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Introduction to nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction", Nanotechnology in Eco-Efficient Construction: Materials, Processes and Applications, pp. 1–6, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Introduction to the recycling of construction and demolition waste (CDW)", Handbook of recycled concrete and demolition waste, pp. 1–6, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Nanoparticles for high performance concrete (HPC)", Nanotechnology in Eco-Efficient Construction: Materials, Processes and Applications, vol. 1, no. 1, pp. 38–52, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Self-sensing concrete with nanomaterials", Nanotechnology in Eco-Efficient Construction: Materials, Processes and Applications, pp. 53–74, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "The suitability of concrete using recycled aggregates (RAs) for high-performance concrete (HPC)", Handbook of recycled concrete and demolition waste, pp. 424–438, 2013.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., "Toxicity Issues: Radon", Nearly Zero Energy Building Refurbishment: A Multidisciplinary Approach, pp. 361–380, 2013.

Silva L. T., and Abreu T., "Noise reduction measures implementation of an area of low speed in the historic center of a medium-sized city", Recent Researches in Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development, Energy, Environmental and Structural Engineering Series 3, issue 3, pp. 112-116, 2012.

Granja C., Duarte, A.A.L.S., Ramísio P. J., Ramos R. A. R., and Bentes I., "Sectoral indices to evaluate the sustainability of wastewater utilities", Recent Researches in Environment, Energy Systems and Sustainability, Energy, Environmental and Structural Engineering Series | 1 , issue 1, pp. 203-209, 2012.

Miranda T. F. S., and e Sousa L. R., "Application of Data Mining techniques for the development of new geomechanical characterization models for rock masses", Innovative Numerical Modelling in Geomechanics, pp. 245–264, 2012.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., Martins M. A. C., and Ramísio P. J., "Assessment of dissolved zinc removal using new sorbent materials", Recent Researches in Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development, vol. 3, pp. 101–106, 2012.

Granja H., and Pinho J. L. S., "Coastal defense in NW Portugal: the improbable victory", The Pitfalls of Shoreline Stabilization, pp. 251–266, 2012.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., Machado J. M. D., and Ramísio P. J., "Efficiency removal of copper from potable water using a pine bark", Recent Researches in Environment, Energy Systems and Sustainability, pp. 291–296, 2012.

Couto J. P., and Couto A. B., "Establishing Measures to Minimize Construction Sites Impacts: A study of Portuguese Historical Centers", Emerging issues in the natural and applied sciences, pp. 293–305, 2012.

Shahidian S., Serralheiro R. P., Serrano J., Teixeira J. L., Haie, N., and Santos F. L., "Hargreaves and other reduced-set methods for calculating evapotranspiration", Evapotranspiration - Remote Sensing and Modeling, pp. 59–80, 2012.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., "A hydroinformatic tool for sustainable estuarine management", Hydrodynamics : natural water bodies, pp. 3–26, 2012.

Fernandes D., Ramos L., and Lourenço J. M., "The impact of a main road (IP4) on the development of urban soil use in the municipality of Vila Real/Portugal", Regional and Urban Developments in Portuguese-Speaking Countries, M. M. Valença, F. Cravidão, J. R. Fernandes, pp. 131-140, 2012.

Lourenço J. M., Danko C. C., Ramos L., and Fernandes D., "Land use changes in Portugal: selected municipalities in the Douro Region", Land use changes in Portugal: selected municipalities in the Douro Region, M. M. Valença, F. Cravidão, J. R. Fernandes, pp. 97-118, 2012.

Correia G. A., and Magnan J. - P., "Trends and challenges in earthworks for transportation infrastructures", Advances in Transportation Geotechnics 2, pp. 1–12, 2012.

Xia-Ting F., Quan J., e Sousa L. R., and Miranda T. F. S., "Underground hydroelectric schemes", Innovative Numerical Modelling in Geomechanics, pp. 13–50, 2012.

Vieira J. M. P., Breach B., and Hirata R., "Developing a catchment water safety plan", Drinking Water Quality Management from Catchment to Consumer, 2011, pp. 51–89, 2011.

Vieira J. M. P., and Haugerud E., "Engineers’ Continuing Professional Development", Engineering for Sustainable Development, UNESCO, pp. 136-140, 2011.

Azevedo R., Cardoso J. C. P., Rodrigues C., Albuquerque A., Sá M. M., Martins M. C., Teixeira J. M. C., and Barroso M., "Alteração do comprimento do passo durante a transposição de obstáculos em tarefas de movimentação de cargas na construção civil", Educação Física, Desporto e Lazer. Perspectivas Luso-Brasileiras, pp. 189–196, 2011.

Mateus, R., Bragança, L., Blok R., Glaumann M., Wetzel C., Bikas D., Giarma C., Kahraman I., and Aktuglu Y., "Chapter 3 - Use of rating systems in the process towards sustainable construction", Summary Report of the Cooperative Activities - COST Action C25 - Sustainability of Constructions, vol. 1, pp. 51–98, 2011.

Sajor E. E., and Lourenço J. M., "Community, Migrant and Local Government as Partners", Communities in rural environments. How to get them involved?, pp. 63–70, 2011.

Correia A. G., "The concept of effective stress in unsaturated soils", Multiscale Geomechanics. From Soil to Engineering Projects, pp. 153–178, 2011.

Couto J. P., and Mendonça P., "Deconstruction roles in the construction and demolition waste management in Portugal - from design to site management", Integrated Waste Management - Volume I, pp. 301–322, 2011.

Gervásio H., Block R., Silva S. L., Giarma C., Bikas D., Grecea D., Van Egmond E., Krigsvoll G., Koukkari H., Kahraman I., Kontoleon K., Bragança, L., Broniewicz M., Fumo M., Glaumann M., Wallhagen M., Huovila P., Mateus, R., Morbiducci R., and Ungureanu V., "European overview of sustainable policies and approaches in COST C25 member countries", Summary Report of the Cooperative Activities - Integrated Approach Towards Sustainable Constructions, vol. 1, pp. 99–174, 2011.

Lourenço J. M., "Funding Programmes for Douro Valley and their Aftermath", Communities in rural environments. How to get them involved?, pp. 45–52, 2011.

Lourenço J. M., Álvares D. F., and Danko C. C., "Monitoring Tourism Processes for Sustainable Development", Minor Communities and Natural and Cultural Heritage: an Asset or a Liability, pp. 23–38, 2011.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., and Jalali S., "Natural fiber reinforced concrete", Fibrous and composite materials for civil engineering applications, pp. 154–167, 2011.

Silva L. T., and Mendes J. F. G., "A new air quality index for cities", Advanced Air Pollution, vol. 1/1, no. 1, pp. 455–472, 2011.

Silva P. C. P., and Almeida, Manuela G., "Part D: Prefabricated Metal Panel Retrofit Modules on the book Prefabricated Systems for Low Energy Renovation of Residential Buildings", Retrofit Module Design Guide, IEA ECBCS Annex 50, pp. 113–128, 2011.

Prosperi D. C., and Lourenço J. M., "The Quadralogue Concept for Strategic Project Assessment", Evaluation for Participation and Sustainability in Planning, pp. 67–87, 2011.

Pinho J. L. S., Vieira J. M. P., Pinho R., and Araújo J., "Web-based decision support framework for water resources management at river basin scale", Current Issues of Water Management, pp. 43–66, 2011.

Mendes J. F. G., Rodrigues D. S., and Lima R. S., "Avaliação da qualidade de vida em cidades portuguesas e brasileira", Grande Belém: Faces de Desafios de uma Metrópole Insular, pp. 113–156, 2010.

Mendes J. F. G., Silva L. T., and Ribeiro P. J. G., "Avaliação do ruído e poluição atmosférica resultante do tráfego em Viana do Castelo", Projecto Mobilidade Sustentável. Manual de Boas Práticas para uma Mobilidade Sustentável, pp. 178–185, 2010.

Santos A., Freitas, E.F., Faria S., Oliveira J. R. M., and Rocha A. M., "Degradation prediction model for friction in highways", Computational Science and Its Applications – ICCSA 2014, vol. 8581, issue 44, pp. 606-614, doi:10.1007/978-3-319-09150-1_44, 2010.

Couto J. P., and Couto A. B., "Guidelines to improve construction and demolition waste management in Portugal", Process Management, 2010.

Pinto J., Afonso L., Varajão J., Bentes I., Varum H., Duarte, A.A.L.S., and Agarwal J., "Increasing the quality of water pipe network systems by tracing the vulnerability", Advances in Waste Management, pp. 172–177, 2010.

Teixeira J. M. C., and Moura H. P. M., "Managing Stakeholders Conflicts in Construction Stakeholder Management", Managing Stakeholders Conflicts in Construction Stakeholder Management, pp. 286–316, 2010.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., Seco T. C., Peres J. A., Bentes I., and Pinto J., "Performance evaluation of Portuguese constructed wetlands for municipal wastewater treatment", Advances in Waste Management, pp. 124–129, 2010.

Mendes J. F. G., Ribeiro P. J. G., and Silva L. T., "Sistema de informação e monitorização do ar e ruído- SMARBraga", Projecto Mobilidade Sustentável. Manual de Boas Práticas para uma Mobilidade Sustentável, vol. II, pp. 235–240, 2010.

Teixeira J. M. C., Azevedo R., and Barroso M., "Acidentes na Construção Civil Devidos à Movimentação Manual de Cargas - Resultados de Focus Groups", Riscos Segurança e Fiabilidade, pp. 791–807, 2009.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., and Vieira J. M. P., "Effect of tidal regime on estuarine residence time spatial variation", Energy, environment, ecosystems, development and landscape architecture, pp. 240–245, 2009.

Danko C. C., and Duarte, A.A.L.S., "A learning-by-project experience for motivating large engineering classes", Recent Advances in Engineering Education (ISI Book), pp. 85–90, 2009.

Martins J. P., Correia A. G., Ramos L. F., Marcelino J., Caldeira L., and Delgado J. L. C., "Measurement of vibrations induced by high-speed trains", Proceedings of the 8th Internacional Conference on the Bearing Capacity of Roads, Railways and Airfields, pp. 1311–1319, 2009.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., and Vieira J. M. P., "Mitigation of estuarine eutrophication processes by controlling freshwater inflows", River Basin Management V and WIT Transactions on Ecology and the Environment, vol. 124, pp. 339–350, 2009.

Araújo N., and Correia G. A., "Precision triaxial equipment for the evaluation of the elastic behavior of soils", BCR2A'09 Bearing Capacity of Roads, Railways and Airfields, 2 Volume Set: Proceedings of the 8th International Conference, pp. 978–984, 2009.

Fonseca F., and Ramos R. A. R., "Rural tourism in backward areas: evidences from the portuguese municipality of Almeida", Towns in a Rural World, pp. 1–22, 2009.

Pacheco-Torgal, F., Gomes C. J. P., and Jalali S., "Utilization of mining wastes to produce geopolymer binders", Geopolymers, Structure, Processing, Properties and Applications, pp. 267–293, 2009.

Aguiar, J. B., Camões A., and Moreira P. M., "Protection of concretes against chemically aggressive environments", LinkReprocity : research and training on restoration and protection of the city environment in industrial regions : resume, pp. 139–147, 2008.

Fonseca F., and Ramos R. A. R., "Territorial governance and the sustainable development in rural territories: an imperative or a utopia? The case of Almeida", WSEAS Energy and Environmental Engineering Series, pp. 553–558, 2008.

Lourenço P. B., and Henriques P. J., "Collapse prediction and creep effects", BINDA, Luigia, ed. –, pp. 57–80, 2007.

Correia A. G., Cunha J. P., Marcelino J., Caldeira L., Varandas J., Dimitrovová Z., Antão N. A., and Silva G. M., "Dynamic analysis of rail track for high speed trains : 2D approach", Applications of Computational Mechanics in Geotechnical Engineering, pp. 461–472, 2007.

Aguiar, J. B., Camões A., Pimenta T. J., Vaz N., and Araújo M. M., "Effect of temperature on systems for the reinforcement of concrete", Adhesion in interfaces of building materials: a multi-scale approach, vol. 2, pp. 183–192, 2007.

Bragança, L., Almeida, Manuela G., and Mateus, R., "General overview of the problems, needs and solutions in the Portuguese urban building envelopes", Cost C16 Improving the Quality of Existing Urban Building Envelopes - Needs, pp. 121–129, 2007.

Lourenço P. B., "Numerical simulations of materials with micro-structure : limit analysis and homogenization techniques", Applications of Computational Mechanics in Geotechnical Engineering V, pp. 978–0, 2007.

Bragança, L., Almeida, Manuela G., and Mateus, R., "State of the art: Portugal", COST C16 improving the quality of existing urban building envelopes: state of the art, pp. 137–154, 2007.

Bragança, L., Almeida, Manuela G., and Mateus, R., "Technical improvement of housing envelopes in Portugal", COST C16 Improving the quality of existing urban building envelopes : facades and roofs, vol. 115, no. 126, 2007.

Barros J. A. O., Pereira E. N. B., Santos S. P. F., and Lourenço L., "Possibilidades e desafios do betão auto compactável reforçado com fibras: do laboratório à aplicação real", Inovação em Betões: nova normalização e produção de betões especiais, pp. 49–68, 2006.

Almeida, Manuela G., Maldonado E., Santamouris M., and Guarracino G., "The design of optimal openings", Natural ventilation in the urban environment, pp. 168–194, 2005.

Biarez J., Correia A. G., and Lopez-Caballero F., "From very small strains to failure", Deformation Characteristics of Geomaterials: Recent Investigations and Prospects, pp. 125–141, 2005.

Souza C. L. Léa, Rodrigues D. S., and Mendes J. F. G., "Acessando o factor de visão do céu no Campus de Gualtar", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 31–42, 2004.

Mendes J. F. G., "Avaliação da qualidade de vida em cidades : fundamentos e aplicações", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 53–65, 2004.

Mendes J. F. G., and Silva L. T., "Avaliação de zonas de criticidade acústica numa cidade de média dimensão", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 53–65, 2004.

Ramos R. A. R., and Rodrigues da Silva A. N., "Comparação entre metodologias para a definição de zonas urbanas homogéneas baseadas na densidade populacional", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 211–219, 2004.

Souza C. L. Léa, Rodrigues D. S., and Mendes J. F. G., "Enhancing 3Dskyview extension performance: a multi-observer determination of Sky View Factors", Recent Advances in Design Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning, pp. 325–340, 2004.

Costa M., Silva A. N. R., and Ramos R. A. R., "Indicadores de mobilidade urbana sustentável para Brasil e Portugal", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 83–97, 2004.

Almeida, Manuela G., Bragança, L., Mendes J. F. G., and Silva S. M., "Layout urbano em função da eficiência energética dos edifícios", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 66–79, 2004.

Soares M. E. S., Ramos R. A. R., and Mendes J. F. G., "Planeamento do uso do solo em Ambiente SIG", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 190–210, 2004.

Costa P. T., Mendes J. F. G., and Silva A. N. R., "Uma análise do consumo de energia em transportes nas cidades portuguesas utilizando redes neurais artificiais", Contribuições para o desenvolvimento sustentável em cidades Portuguesas e Brasileiras, pp. 133–145, 2004.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., Pinho J. L. S., Pardal M. A. C., Neto J. M., Vieira J. M. P., and Santos F. S., "Hydrodynamic modelling for Mondego estuary water quality management", Aquatic ecology of the Mondego river basin global importance of local experience, pp. 29–42, 2002.

Duarte, A.A.L.S., Pinho J. L. S., Vieira J. M. P., and Boaventura R. R. A., "Comparision of numerical techniques solving longitudinal dispersion problems in the river Mondego", VII EPMESC, vol. 2, pp. 1167–1177, 1999.

Pinho J. L. S., Duarte, A.A.L.S., and Vieira J. M. P., "Mesh generation and refinement in 2D modelling. A case study", VII EPMESC, 1999.

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