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Advancing Culture of Living with Landslides : Volume 1 ISDR-ICL Sendai Partnerships 2015-2025.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Sassa, Kyoji.
Other Authors: Mikos, Matjaž., Yin, Yueping.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing AG, 2017.
Edition:1st ed.
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Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Foreword By Irina Bokova
  • Foreword By Robert Glasser
  • Preface
  • Establishment of the ISDR-ICL Sendai Partnerships 2015-2025
  • Global Promotion of Understanding and Reducing Landslide Disaster Risk
  • Call for Cooperation
  • References
  • Co-organizers
  • Organizing Committee
  • Honorary Chairpersons
  • Chairpersons
  • International Scientific Committee
  • Local Organizing Committee
  • Contents
  • ISDR-ICL Sendai Partnerships 2015-2025
  • 1 The ISDR-ICL Sendai Partnerships 2015-2025: Background and Content
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Examples of Landslide Disasters Around the World
  • Examples of Large-Scale Landslides and Their Disasters Around the World
  • Background of the ISDR-ICL Sendai Partnerships 2015 -2025
  • The ISDR-ICL Sendai Partnerships 2015-2025
  • Call for Cooperation
  • 2 Rupestrian World Heritage Sites: Instability Investigation and Sustainable Mitigation
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Major Threats Affecting Rupestrian Sites
  • Investigation Techniques
  • Laser Scanner
  • The Siq of Petra
  • Cross-Sections
  • Ortho Images
  • Panoramas
  • Mineralogy and Petrography
  • Rock Mechanic Parameters
  • Semi-automatic Discontinuity Detection and Analysis
  • Kinematic Analysis
  • Infrared Thermographic Analysis (IRT)
  • Thermal Influence
  • Monitoring
  • Ground Based Radar Interferometry
  • Satellite Radar Interferometry
  • Reflector-Less Robotic Surveying
  • Traditional Geotechnical Monitoring in Wireless Environment
  • Conservation Policies and Management
  • Bamiyan (Afghanistan)
  • Lalibela (Ethiopia)
  • Petra (Jordan)
  • Norchia (Italy)
  • Vardzia (Georgia)
  • Conclusions
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 3 Subaerial Landslide-Generated Waves: Numerical and Laboratory Simulations
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Subaerial Landslide-Generated Waves
  • Laboratory Studies
  • Numerical Modelling
  • Depth-Averaged Models.
  • Boussinesq-Type Model with Solid Landslide
  • Shallow-Water Type Model with Deformable Landslide
  • Sensitivity Analysis
  • Model Validation
  • Sensitivity Analysis
  • Case Study
  • Maku Dam Reservoir
  • Numerical Simulations
  • Research Prospect
  • Conclusions
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 4 Rockfall Occurrence and Fragmentation
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Rockfall Source Characterization
  • Rockfall Prediction
  • Rockfall Risk Assessment
  • Rational Approach
  • Frequency Analysis
  • Obtaining the Distribution of Missing Volumes in Cliffs
  • Are There Geologic Controls of the Rockfall Volume Distribution?
  • Assessment of the Largest Credible Volume
  • Defining Credible Risk Scenarios
  • Fragmentation in Rockfalls
  • Fractal Fragmentation Model
  • Final Remarks
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 5 International Consortium on Landslides (ICL)-The Proposing Organization of the ISDR-ICL Sendai Partnerships 2015-2025
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Objectives of ICL
  • ICL Members
  • Management of ICL
  • History of ICL to Propose the Partnerships
  • ICL Award "Varnes Medal"
  • Criteria of the Varnes Medal
  • Past Recipients of the Varnes Medal
  • Acknowledgements and Call for Cooperation
  • 6 United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR)-UNISDR's Contribution to Science and Technology for Disaster Risk Reduction and the Role of the International Consortium on Landslides (ICL)
  • Abstract
  • The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030)
  • The UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR)
  • The Strong Emphasis on Science and Technology in Sendai Framework
  • The International Conference on Science and Technology for DRR
  • The 'Science and Technology Roadmap to Support the Implementation of the Sendai Framework'
  • The Role of ICL Sendai Partnership
  • References.
  • 7 United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)-UNESCO's Contribution to the Implementation of UNISDR's Global Initiative and ICL
  • Abstract
  • UNESCO Disaster Risk Reduction Activities
  • UNESCO's Contribution to the Hyogo Framework for Action and Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction
  • UNESCO's Partnership with ICL
  • Way Forward with ICL
  • References
  • 8 United Nations University (UNU)-The United Nations University: Research and Policy Support for Environmental Risk Reduction
  • Abstract
  • The UNU: Founding and Conception
  • UNU Research and Objectives
  • Overview
  • Research Agenda and Strategy
  • A 'Truly International University'
  • Dissemination
  • UNU's Educational Focus
  • Setting of UNU-EHS in UNU
  • Mission and Vision of UNU-EHS
  • Positioning in View of Global Policy Processes
  • UNU-EHS Programme Overview
  • Concluding Remarks
  • References
  • 9 World Meteorological Organization (WMO)-Concerted International Efforts for Advancing Multi-hazard Early Warning Systems
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Context-from Early Warning Systems to Multi-hazard Early Warning Systems
  • What Is a (Multi-hazard) Early Warning System?
  • Recent Advances in Early Warning Systems
  • Gaps and Challenges Related to Early Warning Systems
  • Tracking Progress
  • An International Network for Multi-hazard Early Warning Systems (IN-MHEWS)
  • Objectives
  • Expected Outcomes and Initial Activities
  • Partners, Governance and Structure
  • Implementation Approach
  • Strategic Linkages
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 10 International Council for Science (ICSU)-On the Future Challenges for the Integration of Science into International Policy Development for Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Abstract
  • Introduction-Landslides as a Major Hazard.
  • Global Frameworks to Reduce Disaster-Risks, Hazards and Vulnerability
  • The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030
  • Third United Nations International Conference on Financing for Development
  • The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development-the Sustainable Development Goals
  • The 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change
  • Cross Cutting Themes and Issues Between Declarations
  • On the Missing Link Between Science and Technology, Policy Making and Practice
  • Preliminary Considerations
  • Integrated Research on Disaster Risk
  • Other Science and Technology Mechanisms for Implementation of the UN Frameworks for Informing Policy and Practice
  • Challenges for the Integration of Science into International Policy Development for Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Considerations for a Way Forward
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 11 World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO)-World Federation of Engineering Organizations Activities in Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Abstract
  • Outline and Mission of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations
  • Outline
  • Mission of the WFEO
  • Committee on Disaster Risk Management of WFEO
  • Background of CDRM
  • Vison and Mission of CDRM
  • Activities of CDRM
  • WFEO/CDRM and Sendai Framework
  • The World Engineering Conference and Convention 2015, Kyoto
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 12 International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS)-Sendai-Foreseeable but Unpredictable Geologic Events-IUGS Reactions
  • Abstract
  • What Is IUGS?
  • IUGS Risk and Hazard Activities
  • Acknowledgements
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 13 International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics (IUGG)-Integrating Natural Hazard Science with Disaster Risk Reduction Policy
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Promoting Natural Hazard Research
  • Strengthening International Cooperation.
  • Contributing to Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Supporting Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Concluding Remarks
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 14 Cabinet Office, Government of Japan (CAO)-Japan's International Cooperation on DRR: Mainstreaming DRR in International Societies
  • Abstract
  • Mission of the Cabinet Office in Disaster Management
  • The Third WCDRR and the Cabinet Office
  • Japan's Role in International Disaster Management
  • References
  • 15 Disaster Prevention Research Institute (DPRI), Kyoto University
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • DPRI's Mission and Objectives
  • Research
  • Education
  • Social Contributions
  • Administration
  • History of DPRI
  • Research Centre on Landslides
  • Global Alliance of Disaster Research Institutes (GADRI)
  • JASTIP Disaster Prevention
  • Jastip
  • Disaster Prevention in JASTIP
  • Master Program in MJIIT
  • 16 Understanding and Reducing Landslide Disaster Risk: Challenges and Opportunities for Italian Civil Protection
  • Abstract
  • Italian Civil Protection Department
  • Outline and Mission
  • The Italian Hydraulic and Hydrogeological Early Warning System
  • Role and Responsibilities
  • National Centre for Forecasting and Surveillance for Hydraulic and Hydrogeological Risk
  • Understanding and Reducing Landslide Disaster Risk
  • The Role of Science and Research
  • The Sendai Partnerships 2015-2025 for Global Promotion of Understanding and Reducing Landslide Disaster Risk
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 17 Landslide Dynamics: ISDR-ICL Landslide Interactive Teaching Tools (LITT)
  • Abstract
  • Aim of Landslide Dynamics: ISDR-ICL Landslide Interactive Teaching Tools
  • Landslide Dynamics
  • Organizations Contributing Teaching Tools
  • Outline of the ISDR-ICL Landslide Interactive Teaching Tools
  • Fundamentals of the ISDR-ICL Landslide Interactive Teaching Tools (LITT).
  • Landslide Types: Descriptions, Illustrations and Photos.

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