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Becoming Culturally Responsive: Cultivating Reflexive Ethics And Inclusive Practices In Qualitative Research, Tito Dimas Atmawijaya

The Qualitative Report

Maria K. E. Lahman's An Introduction to Qualitative Research: Becoming Culturally Responsive (2025) offers a compelling framework for conducting qualitative inquiry with cultural humility, reflexivity, and ethical rigor. This review examines how Lahman interweaves theory and practice across three parts—foundations, data collection, and making the most of qualitative data—to guide researchers toward inclusive, justice-oriented scholarship. By analyzing the book’s structure, key themes, and pedagogical features, this review highlights its transformative potential for scholars, students, and practitioners committed to meaningful, culturally responsive research.

Strengthening Qualitative Research With Visualization: A Review Of Visual Displays In Qualitative And Mixed Method Research: A Comprehensive Guide, Dian Permatasari

The Qualitative Report

Visual Displays in Qualitative and Mixed Method Research: A Comprehensive Guide by Elizabeth G. Creamer (2025) offers a new perspective on the use of visualization to enhance qualitative and mixed methods research. This review examines the book’s content, which includes a variety of examples of visual displays (tables, diagrams, models) at various stages of research, from study design to reporting results. The book demonstrates how visual displays can be used not only to report results but also to enrich the research process from planning to analysis. With real-world examples from a variety of studies, the book is a valuable resource …

Mathematics Teachers' Perspectives On Computational Thinking: Insights Into Knowledge, Strategies, And Challenges, Hasan Djidu, Heri Retnawati, Haryanto Haryanto

The Qualitative Report

In this study we explored how mathematics teachers in Indonesia understood and implemented Computational Thinking Skills (CTS), as well as the challenges they encountered. While CTS—encompassing skills such as decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithmic thinking—had gained prominence in global education reform, its classroom-level integration remains uneven, especially in diverse school settings. Through semi-structured interviews with 11 mathematics teachers from primary and secondary schools across varied regions in Indonesia, including underserved and remote areas, we examined how CTS was conceptualized, practiced, and hindered in real-world teaching. Our thematic analysis revealed three key findings: (a) teachers demonstrated uneven familiarity with CTS, …

Tribology Of Textured Surfaces, Min Zou, Mahyar Afshar-Mohajer, Robert A. Fleming

Mechanical Engineering Faculty Publications and Presentations

Surface texturing has emerged as a transformative approach to improving friction, lubrication, and wear across a wide range of mechanical components. From bio-inspired micro-dimples to engineered macro-grooves, texture designs are increasingly applied in biomedical implants, bearings, seals, and automotive systems. This Special Issue, “Tribology of Textured Surfaces,” compiles 14 papers that collectively cover fabrication techniques, multi-scale optimization, predictive modeling, and diverse application areas.   The following sections summarize the major themes of this Special Issue. Section 2 reviews the fabrication techniques and texture scales addressed by the authors. Section 3 examines modeling and numerical studies, while Section 4 categorizes the work …

Assessment Of Covid-19 Risks Related To Behaviour And Body Resistance In The Remote Area: Case Study In Jeneponto, Basri Basri, Andi Tilka Muftiah Ridjal, Lukman Setiawan, Renaldi M

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

COVID-19 has posed significant global health threats, with responses varying across populations due to differences in risk perception, behaviour, and biological vulnerability. In Indonesia, most research has focused on urban settings, with limited attention paid to rural or remote communities. This study assesses COVID-19- risks related—specifically behavioural and immunity-related-factors—in the remote area of both Bontoramba Subdistrict, Jeneponto Regency. A cross-sectional study was conducted using cluster random sampling across eight villages, with 183 participants selected from a total of 12,242 households. Data were collected between November to December 2020 using a validated structured questionnaire, administered both online and face-to-face interviews. The …

Generative Artificial Intelligence In Academic Publishing: A Catalyst For Transformation Or A Facilitator For Further North-South Divide?, Samir Al-Adawi, Madan M. Maddali

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

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Prognostic Significance Of Micropapillary Pattern And Risk Factors In Patients With Resected Stage I Lung Adenocarcinoma And Possible Benefit Of Adjuvant Therapy: A Real-World Multicenter Study, Jianjie Li, Yujia Chi, Bo Jia, Qiwen Zheng, Minghan Yuan, Jianjun Zhang, Aishen Zhou, Wei Sun, Yue Yang, Jun Zhao, Tongtong An, Yuyan Wang, Minglei Zhuo, Xue Yang, Hanxiao Chen, Jingjing Wang, Xiaoyu Zhai, Yidi Tai, Yuling He, Lingdong Kong, Xumeng Ji, Yiliang Liu, Nan Wu, Ken Onodera, Paul Van Schil, Mathew Thomas, Fan Yang, Ziping Wang

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background: Micropapillary (MP) pattern has been identified as a negative prognostic factor in patients with lung adenocarcinoma, but it has not been recognized as a high-risk factor for patients with stage IB lung adenocarcinoma treated with adjuvant chemotherapy. This multicenter cohort study aimed to evaluate the prognostic value of histological subtypes for stage I lung adenocarcinoma and to determine the relative survival benefit of adjuvant chemotherapy for subgroups based on MP pattern.

Methods: This retrospective study included 412 patients with stage I lung adenocarcinoma [according the eighth edition of the tumor-node-metastasis (TNM) classification] with MP pattern who underwent complete surgical …

Domains Of Housing Instability And Intimate Partner Violence Risk Among U.S. Tenants, Anairany Zapata, Leila G Wood, Annalynn M Galvin, Wenyaw Chan, Timothy A Thomas, Jack Tsai, Heather K Way, Elizabeth J Mueller, Daphne C Hernandez

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

While IPV is often studied as a predictor of housing insecurity, few U.S. studies explore how different forms of housing instability may contribute to intimate partner violence (IPV) risk. Using a mixed-methods approach and a cross-sectional design, this study examined the association between four housing instability domains and IPV among a sample of tenants that had either experienced eviction or were at high risk for eviction. Tenants in Harris and Travis counties (Texas, USA) completed an online survey (n = 1085; March–July 2024). Housing instability was assessed across four domains: homelessness, lease violations, utility hardship, and poor housing quality. …

Global, Regional, And National Time Trends In Falls And Their Predictions: An Age-Period-Cohort Analysis Of The Global Burden Of Disease Study 2021, Huan Jiang, Ning Sun, Huiqi Yang, Ye Li, Lihong Jiang, Huicui Zhao, Yi Zeng, Chengyang Sun, Chun Xu, Yongqiang Lai, Jia Meng

Health & Biomedical Sciences Faculty Publications

Background: Falls are a global public health issue with a heavy disease and socioeconomic burden, with an increasing number of risky people. The aim of this study is to explore the global disease burden of falls and to provide a scientific basis for the prevention and management of falls.

Methods: This study used data from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 (GBD 2021) to analyse global, regional, and national temporal trends in falls. An age-period-cohort (APC) model was applied to analyse data from 1990 to 2021, with global predictions made through 2046.

Findings: Although the falls mortality of all …

Exploring Tricine As A Novel Red Cell Cryopreservative: Lessons And Future Directions, Thomas Bailey-Schmidt, Christine V Saunders, Chloë E George, Thomas G Scorer, Lynn M R Mccallum, Tracey E Madgett

School of Biomedical Sciences

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Cryopreservation allows for storage of red blood cells (RBCs) beyond the standard 35-day period. Current glycerol-based methods are labour-intensive and scale-limited in application. Tricine has been identified as a potential alternative cryoprotectant (CPA), demonstrating efficacy in sheep RBC. This study aims to evaluate the biocompatibility and efficacy of tricine in human RBC cryopreservation.

MATERIALS AND METHODS: Human and sheep RBCs were exposed to varying concentrations of tricine (2.0-20.0% w/v) or glycerol (20.0-40.0% w/v). Biocompatibility was assessed via 24-h incubation at 4°C, while cryoprotective efficacy was evaluated following freezing in liquid nitrogen, storage at -80°C and thawing at …

Making Intra-Urban Monitoring ‘A Walk In The Park’: A Mobile Monitoring Approach For Assessing Pedestrians’ Environmental Conditions, Cho Kwong Charlie Lam, Halat Alnaqshabandy, Shaun Lewin, Jack Morewood, Xiaoxiong Xie, Steve Goodhew

School of Art, Design and Architecture

Heat island effects and air pollution influence urban climates and air quality, impacting pedestrians’ health, comfort, and well-being. This study develops and pilots the Trolley-based Environmental Monitoring System (TEMS), which was validated in a medium-sized city in the UK. Three monitoring campaigns took place during May and June 2024. The mobile transects covered the city's built and natural environments, including high-density university buildings, museum precinct, medium-density dwellings, highways, and two parks. Appropriate apparatus was specified to monitor environmental variables integrated into a trolley that was easily operated by a single pedestrian. Fisheye photographs were taken to calculate the sky view …

Coastal Archaeological And Environmental Experimental Education At Florida Atlantic University Lab Schools, Katharine Napora, Tricia Meredith, Katherine Henderson, Lauren Simonitis, Jamie Knaub, April A. Watson, Sara Ayers-Rigsby, Alanna L. Lecher, Christian Davenport, Kaiden Merchant, Peter De Witt

Faculty and Staff Publications & Presentations

This presentation focused on a multi-organization project to create an educational midden that students that excavate to learn archaeological and environmental methods.

The Impact Of Using Artificial Intelligence In Public Facilities, Ahmed Salahaldeen Balto, Sulaiman Mohammed Sulaiman Basahel

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Economics and Administration

Anyone who contemplates the state of technology today finds that technology is moving rapidly. Every now and then, we find things that appear to us and are a reason for changing the way of life and work. Among the most important of these technologies is artificial intelligence and automation technology. There is no doubt that this technology has many uses in several security, medical, educational, industrial, commercial and other fields. It is used in education, health, and almost all aspects of life. Countries and government agencies have been keen to use artificial intelligence in many transactions to eliminate human error. …

The Status Of The Cost Accounting In The Public Sector: A Field Study Of The Saudi Public Sector, Abdulrahman Ali Aljabr, Al-Hanouf Mohammed Al-Mutawa

Journal of King Abdulaziz University: Economics and Administration

The research aims to identify the status of cost accounting in the Saudi public sector. The research made various contributions, which included studying multiple aspects to examine and analyse the status of cost accounting comprehensively, thus contributing to the implementation of cost accounting in the public sector and, subsequently, measuring and rationalizing costs to conserve resources and enhance sustainability. It also contributed to the literature by conducting the study in a distinct context, which is the context of the Saudi public sector, given that there are motives for implementing cost accounting in this sector, most notably the implementation of spending …

Examining The Relationship Between Discriminated Medical Care And Telehealth Use In The United States, Jennifer E. Akpo, Samuel Opoku, Bettye A. Apenteng, William A. Mase

Health Policy & Community Health: Faculty Publications

Introduction: Discrimination in healthcare can lead to reduced trust in the system and reluctance to seek care. Telehealth and other digital health technologies may have the potential to reduce inequality and bias within the healthcare system since the virtual space may minimize the implicit social and cultural biases that can influence face-to-face interactions in the traditional in-person healthcare delivery settings. However, amidst a growing body of literature on how different racial and ethnic groups use telehealth services, the extent to which discrimination in medical care drives the use of telehealth in the United States has remained largely uncharacterized. We aimed …

Advanced Quantification Pipeline Reveals New Spatial And Temporal Tumor Characteristics In Preclinical Multiple Myeloma, Zhixin Sun, Jacqueline M Godbe, Alexander Zheleznyak, Brad Manion, Junhao Hu, Julie L Prior, Kathleen Duncan, Ulugbek S Kamilov, Monica Shokeen

2020-Current year OA Pubs

BACKGROUND: Radiological imaging plays an indispensable role in both preclinical and clinical studies of multiple myeloma (MM). However, manual quantification in longitudinal small animal PET/CT is limited by annotator bias, signal artifacts from urinary/fecal excretion, and voxel misalignment due to non-rigid registration. To address these challenges and improve characterization of tumor biology, we developed a semi-automated PET/CT quantification pipeline targeting defined regions of interest (ROIs) within the bone marrow-rich mouse skeleton, achieving sub-organ spatial resolution, including in anatomically complex sites such as the pelvis. We applied this MM-specific preclinical pipeline to analyze tumor distribution in a longitudinal molecular PET study …

Musical Distractions: Music-Based Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation Fails To Improve Gait In Huntington's Disease, Sidney T Baudendistel, Lauren E Tueth, Allison M Haussler, Gammon M Earhart

2020-Current year OA Pubs

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Huntington's disease (HD) is a neurodegenerative disorder involving the basal ganglia and is characterized by psychiatric, cognitive, and movement dysfunction, including gait and balance impairment. Given the limited efficacy of pharmacological treatments for HD motor symptoms, nonpharmacological approaches like rhythmic auditory stimulation are being explored. This study aims to describe walking performance in people with HD during rhythmic auditory stimulation using external musical cues and internal singing cues.

METHODS: Individuals in the manifest stage of HD performed walking in four conditions: (1) comfortable pace, (2) cognitive dual task, (3) musical cue (music was played aloud), and (4) singing cue …

Enhancing Reading Comprehension And Critical Thinking Skills Through Lms Integration In An English For History Course For Non-Efl Undergraduate Students, Izzatul Fajriyah, Silvi Nur Afifah

Higher Learning Research Communications

This study addresses the challenges faced by non-EFL undergraduate students in enhancing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills within an English for History course. While existing research has explored reading comprehension and critical thinking in EFL contexts, there is a notable gap in understanding how these skills can be developed in non-EFL students through the integration of learning management systems (LMS). The aim of this study is to investigate the impact of LMS on improving reading comprehension and critical thinking skills among non-EFL undergraduate students who are enrolled in an English for History course. A sequential mixed-methods approach was employed, …

Potential Impact Of Dotted Paropsine Beetle And Other Leaf Beetles On Eucalyptus In Utah, Marion Murray, Victoria Xiong, Megan Kast

All Current Publications

Dotted paropsine leaf beetle (DPLB) is an invasive eucalyptus pest native to Australia. Its first U.S. detection was in California in 2022. DPLB feeds on several eucalyptus species, with blue gum as its primary host. Feeding damage includes semicircular notches on leaf edges, defoliation of young leaves, and dieback of shoot tips. DPLB poses a threat to eucalyptus plantings across the western U.S. and to cut foliage producers in Utah.

Husbandry And Management Interventions For The Conservation And Welfare Of Captive Animals – A Systematic Evidence Map, Anaelle Lemasson Lemasson

School of Biological and Marine Sciences

Zoos and aquariums are poised to play increasingly important roles in mitigating the global biodiversity crisis. However, the ultimate success of ex-situ conservation depends on animal welfare and effective husbandry and management practices. As such, an empirical understanding of ‘what works’ in zoo management is crucial for guiding success and embedding cost-effective practices. Here, we present the first systematic evidence map for husbandry and management interventions used in zoos and aquariums. We identified and extracted 1,070 articles spread across 45 journals, and examined patterns within taxonomic, spatial, temporal, and thematic categories. Studies originated from 516 institutions in 69 countries, and …

Effective And Eco-Friendly Strategies To Control Birds In Industrial Estate, Jasti Rahayu, Upik K. Hadi, Susi Soviana

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Bird infestations in industrial areas can cause infrastructure damage, contamination, and health risks. Despite these impacts, they are rarely addressed in environmental management strategies. At the Kaltim Industrial Estate (KIE) in Bontang, East Kalimantan, synanthropic bird species that thrive in human-altered environments have become persistent nuisances, particularly because of structural opportunities for roosting and altered ecological conditions. To address this issue, this study applied Integrated Pest Bird Management (IPBM), a non-lethal and environmentally friendly approach that combines species identification, behavior analysis, and targeted deterrents. IPBM was selected for its adaptability to industrial settings and its alignment with sustainable development goals. …

Green Innovation: Optimizing The Potential Of Plastic Waste As An Alternative To Fossil Fuels, Hani Alfiyani, Evi Gusmayanti, Nelly Wahyuni

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Plastic bag waste has the potential to be converted into alternative fuel oil through the pyrolysis method. This study applies the principle of thermal pyrolysis, conducted without oxygen, at the Edelweis Integrated Waste Management Site. The purpose is to analyze the characteristics of fuel oil derived from plastic bag waste based on parameters such as density, viscosity, calorific value, and acid number, as well as to estimate the potential fuel oil yield from plastic bag waste in Pontianak City. The results show that the density, viscosity, and calorific value of the produced fuel oil meet or closely approach standard requirements. …

Coal Mining Reclamation: Lessons Learned From Tropical And Subtropical Countries, Priyaji Agung Pambudi, Suyud Warno Utomo, Roni Setyo Handoko

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

This study addresses the persistent environmental challenges associated with coal mining in tropical and subtropical regions, where complex microclimates and ecological variability hinder effective reclamation. Despite the increasing global coal demand, comparative cross-country insights remain limited. This research fills the gap by evaluating the best practices. This study employs a qualitative methodology with a comparative case study design, uses systematic literature review to evaluate ecology based reclamation policies and implementation practices. Data were sourced from peer-reviewed journals from Scopus and the Web of Science database and institutional reports, and analyzed using McHarg’s landscape ecology theory to evaluate reclamation policies, ecological …

The Impact Of Green Finance, Trade Openness, And Fossil Fuel Subsidies On Renewable Energy Consumption: A Global And Asia-Pacific Perspective, Alya Ryanti Fitjriyah, Inayati Nuraini Dwiputri

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Fossil fuels are the major source of global emissions, with the Asia-Pacific region being the climate biggest polluter. Despite the global efforts to shift to cleaner energy, fossil fuels still dominate the energy mix. Therefore, renewable energy adoption needs to be encouraged more to improve economic sustainability. The Glasgow Climate Pact emphasises the importance of helping developing countries in addressing the climate change issue through financial support, capacity building, and technology transfer. Hence, this study examines the influence of green finance, open trade, and fossil fuel subsidies on renewable energy adoption in 38 countries from 2017 to 2023. By using …

Understanding Offline Pro-Environmental Identity: Factors And Implications, Tusyanah Tusyanah, Rahayu Puji Haryanti, Wijang Sakitri, Ismiyati Ismiyati, Nur Chayati

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Given global environmental challenges, developing sustainable behavior among pre-service teachers is crucial, as they will be responsible to educate future generations who must contribute to solving environmental problems. Offline pro-environmental identity refers as the individual's environmental commitment in real-life setting. Previous studies have primarily focused on online identity and behavioral intentions, while real-life behavioral context have not been fully examined. The goal of this study was to investigate the effects of the online pro-environmental identity, the perceived behavioral control, and the moral identity on the behavioral intention and the offline pro-environmental behavior. The study employed a quantitative research design and …

Microbial And Ecophysiological Indices Of Agricultural Soils As Affected By Different Farming Practices In Tropical Monsoon Climate, Gulshan Ara Begum, Sajal Roy, Nasrin Chowdhury

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Organic farming is increasingly promoted as a sustainable alternative to conventional agriculture due to its positive effects on soil microbial dynamics, a critical component of ecosystem functioning. However, empirical comparisons of microbial responses across these systems are scarce. Therefore, we conducted a study to assess the various microbial indices of soils taken from distinct crop fields (e.g., brinjal, chilli, tomato, bean, and fallow lands) managed under both conventional and organic farming techniques. Composite soil samples from surface layer (0–15 cm) were collected in a completely random way from Bandarban upazila of Bangladesh (22°11'24.0"N 92°09'00.0"E, organic fields; 22°10'12.0"N 92°09'36.0"E, conventional fields). …

Convergence In Action: Where Environmental Science Meets Sustainable Development Practice, Herdis Herdiansyah

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Since the introduction of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the pursuit of human well-being through development and planetary sustainability for a better future has become a global discourse (de Jong & Vijge, 2021; Naseer et al., 2025; Arora-Jonsson, 2023). The SDGs have catalyzed interdisciplinary dialogue and strengthened global commitment (Naseer et al., 2025) by emphasizing the balance and integration of economic, social, and environmental aspects (Sedovs et al., 2025). However, the assumption that all goals can be achieved simultaneously and harmoniously seems hasty and potentially ignores the inherent tensions between ecological and …

Resilient Greenport Conceptual Model: Integrating Masterplan With Flood And Land Subsidence Disaster Management, Teuku Khamil Syamsura, Kosuke Mizuno, Supriatna Supriatna

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Hydrometeorological disasters, such as flooding by seawater intrusion and land subsidence from excessive water resource usage, significantly disrupt maritime traffic and port infrastructure, leading to severe economic and social consequences. This study aims to develop a conceptual model for a disaster-resilient and environmentally friendly port. The primary objective is to analyze the components of the Port Masterplan (RIP), the Greenport concept, current operational conditions, and surrounding disaster threats for develop conceptual model. A mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative and qualitative analyses, was employed. The study examined various components of the Tanjung Priok Port Masterplan, operational data, and environmental and disaster risk …

Enhancing Urban Governance For Inclusive Growth And Sustainable Development, Asti Amelia Novita

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

In light of global challenges such as climate change, inequality, and governance shortcomings, cities have a vital part to play in achieving sustainable development. Numerous local governance systems are deficient in transparency, public participation, and social fairness mechanisms essential for implementing sustainability. This study investigates how strengthening transparency, public engagement, and social fairness can enhance Malang City’s capacity to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This study employed a mixed-methods approach, using the Sustainable Value Mapping and Analysis (SVMA) framework to assess insight from 250 stakeholders, including local officials, civil society groups, and community representatives. Findings reveal modest but statistically …

Stakeholder Perspectives On Extended Producer Responsibility (Epr) And E-Waste Management: A Case Study Of China, Viola Dheena Pongajow, Yufei Qin, Kaihua Xu, Siliang Liu, Zongliang Zhang, Fangyang Liu

Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development

Electronic waste (e-waste) is increasing at an unprecedented rate, with China as the world’s largest contributor. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has emerged as a key policy tool in China's effort to control the environmental and health impacts of e-waste. However, existing research on EPR tends to focus narrowly on government perspectives and policy design, overlooking how industries, associations, and researchers perceive and implement the system. This study addresses this gap by exploring the stakeholder dynamics within China’s formal e-waste management ecosystem. It hypothesizes that stakeholder perceptions diverge according to their roles, financial incentives, and policy understanding, influencing EPR’s effectiveness in …