bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effectiveness of Therapist-Assisted Couple Therapy on Psychological Well-being, Negotiation Increase, and Aggression Reduction in Women Victims of Partner Violence
Authors: Javaheri Mohammad Hossein , Aghayousefi Alireza , Sobhi Gharamaleki Naser
Published: April 2024

Objective: The current study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of therapist-assisted couple therapy on psychological well-being, negotiation increase, and aggression reduction in women victims of partner violence. Methods and Materials: This research was a quasi-experimental study with a pre-test, post-test design with a control group. The study population included couples visiting counseling and psychotherapy centers in Qom city during the second half of the year 2021, among whom 30 couples were randomly assigned to two groups after controlling for entry criteria: the therapist-assisted intervention (15 couples) and the control group (15 couples). Research instruments included the Conflict Tactics Scale by Straus et al. (1979) and the Psychological Well-being Scale by Ryff (1989), administered to the female victims of violence in three stages: pre-test, post-test, and follow-up. The intervention group received an educational package by Aghayousefi et al. (2020) over eight sessions, while the control group did not receive any intervention. Data were analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance. Findings: Results indicated that therapist-assisted couple therapy was effective in reducing aggression, increasing negotiation, and enhancing the psychological well-being of women victims of violence (P<0.05), with these effects being stable at the follow-up stage. Conclusion: The findings suggest that therapist-assisted couple therapy is an appropriate method for resolving conflicts and improving psychological well-being.
Structural Model of Personality Traits and Illness Perception with Functional Disability in Functional Somatic Syndromes in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease Based on the Mediating Role of Self-Care Behavior
Authors: Razaghpour Mehdi , Taghiloo Sadegh , Sharifnia Hamid , Seyrafi Mohammad Reza
Published: April 2024

Objective: Heart diseases, including coronary artery disease, are among the three main causes of death alongside cancer and stroke in most countries. The current study aimed to predict functional disability in functional somatic syndromes in patients with coronary artery disease based on personality traits and illness perception, considering the mediating role of self-care behavior. Methods and Materials: This study, with applied objectives and a correlational research design, was conducted using the structural equation modeling approach. The statistical population included all patients with coronary artery disease in the city of Amol in the year 2022, from which 250 individuals were purposefully selected. Data collection tools included the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (2014), the McCrae and Costa Personality Traits Questionnaire (1985), the Illness Perception Questionnaire (2006), and the Self-Care Questionnaire (2003). The statistical technique used was structural equation modeling with full latent variables. SPSS version 26, AMOS version 24, and R version 4.2.0 software were used for statistical data analysis. Findings: The results showed that all five personality dimensions, illness perception, and self-care significantly explain the variance in functional disability (P<0.01). Additionally, the mediating role of self-care behavior was significant in the relationship between functional disability and four personality dimensions: extraversion, openness to experience, agreeableness, conscientiousness, and illness perception (P<0.01). Conclusion: It can be concluded that functional disability in functional somatic syndromes in patients with coronary artery disease can be predicted based on their personality traits and illness perception, taking into account the mediating role of self-care behavior.
Explaining the Creativity Model of Students Based on the Perception of Competence with the Role of Perfectionism
Authors: Moin Mehr Farnaz , Afrooz Gholam Ali , Davaee Mahdi
Published: April 2024

Objective: Students endowed with creative and critical thinking, alongside their unique intellectual and behavioral styles, confront academic and social life challenges. They efficiently fulfill their duties by optimally utilizing their existential forces and spirituality. The purpose of this study was to investigate the development of a model of student creativity based on perceived competence with the mediation of perfectionism. Methods and Materials: The design of this study was descriptive-correlational. For this purpose, 300 students were selected using cluster random sampling and responded to the Abedi Creativity Scale (1993), the Harter's Self-Perception Profile for Adolescents (1982), and the Frost, Marten, Lahart, and Rosenblate Perfectionism Scale (1995). Data analysis was performed using path analysis. Additionally, SPSS 24 and AMOS 24 software were utilized for classification, processing, data analysis, and hypothesis testing. Findings: The evaluation of the hypothesized model using fit indices showed that the model fits the measurement model (CFI=0.93, NFI=0.91, RMSEA=0.07). Overall, in the proposed model of the study, the results indicated that perceived competence is related to creativity both directly and indirectly through perfectionism (p<0.05). Moreover, the results showed a positive and significant relationship between perceived competence and perfectionism. Conclusion: Therefore, to enhance student creativity, intervening in perceived competence and perfectionism could be significant.
Effect of the Backboard on the Pyrolysis Front Morphology of Downward Flame Spread: A Simulation Study
Authors: Sun Penghui , Zhou Kuibin , Li Dayu
Published: April 2024

In order to investigate the influence of the backboard on the morphology of the pyrolysis front, this study employed the fire dynamics simulator (FDS) to conduct simulation research, aiming to quantitatively analyze the reasons for the differences in the morphology of the pyrolysis front under two conditions: with and without the backboard. By comparing the surface temperature distribution, flow field, and air entrainment velocity at the bottom of the pyrolysis front made of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) under different conditions, it was found that the presence of the backboard not only reduced the surface temperature of PMMA at the bottom of the pyrolysis front and the temperature difference between the edge and middle, but also changed the flow field at the edge and suppressed the horizontal air entrainment velocity at that position, especially for thinner PMMA. These factors ultimately result in a larger angle of the pyrolysis front during the burning stable stage under the condition with the backboard compared to the condition without the backboard. In addition, the trend of horizontal air entrainment velocity at the edge position under different conditions also provide data support for the qualitative observation and analysis of previous experiments phenomena.
Principle, Entry, and Reflow: Infinite Generation of Digital Intelligence Artistic Creation Dialogue
Authors: Yue Wenwen
Published: April 2024

Dialogue on Infinite Generation of Art, Digital Intelligence Art Creation is empowered by modern digital intelligence technology, and based on the “memory repository” of all human art, its basic principle is based on the intelligent generation technology of digital encoding program, as well as the in-depth learning and artistic imitation of the full database of inventory samples. Digital intelligence art creation adheres to the art concepts of specific cultural environments, combines rationality and sensibility of art creation, and opens up the way of intelligent art creation through infinite algorithms, pointing to the aesthetic progress of combining sensibility and rationality. The aesthetic reflow of digital intelligence art creation is not only manifested in the shift of the focus of the creation of “focusing on intention and shape” on the level of technical rationality, but it also begins to dissolve the creativity and transcendence of art itself, weakening the power of art creation’s “accidental” interpretation and “extraterritorial” growth. It also begins to dissolve the creativity and transcendence of art itself, weakening the power of “accidental” interpretation and “extraterritorial” growth of artistic creation.
Research on the artistic features of Xie Caihua's Paper-cut
Authors: Li Xiadongfang
Published: April 2024

Based on the investigation of Xie Caihua, the inheritor of Xiangshan paper-cut, this paper analyzes the artistic features of Xie Caihua's paper-cut from four aspects: space, composition, quantity and scale.At the same time, the main influencing factors are discussed. At present, the main function of paper-cut in Xiangshan has changed, and the evolution of its form of expression also presents a certain paradigm.
A SHAP and LIME based Explainable AI Solution for Predicting Chronic Kidney Diseases
Authors: Mamatha B
Published: April 2024

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) presents a major global health issue, contributing to renal failure, cardiovascular problems, and elevated mortality rates. This research focuses on creating an effective machine learning (ML) model for CKD prediction, utilizing 25 features that represent different health indicators. We implemented three main algorithms: Logistic Regression (LR), K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), and Decision Tree, along with extensive preprocessing, feature selection, and hyperparameter optimization. Based on accuracy, the models were evaluated, along with the confusion matrix, and ROC curves. Furthermore, we employed SHAP (SHapley Additive exPlanations) for model interpretability, offering insights via summary plots, waterfall plots, force plots, and dependence plots. Our results indicate high prediction accuracy, with a 10% increase in performance with the Decision Tree model achieving near-perfect performance, highlighting its potential for early CKD detection and contributing to timely medical interventions.
Impact of Social Media on Oral Health: A Narrative Review
Authors: Manek Dr.  Pranav V , Mehta Dr.  Tarang , Doda Hitika P , Laddha Dr. Rashmi
Published: April 2024

This narrative review delves into the impact of social media on oral health, examining its influence on awareness and education, the associated challenges and risks, strategies to mitigate negative impacts, and future opportunities. Understanding the multifaceted impact of social media on oral health is crucial for developing effective approaches to leverage its potential and address its pitfalls.
Eskatologi dalam Agama Tradisional Parmalim: Implikasi bagi Keilmuan Alkitab dan Teologi di Sumatera Utara
Authors: Gultom Mangarimbun , Meliusu Gea  , Otniel Harefa
Published: April 2024

Kepercayaan Parmalim pertama kali dikembangkan oleh kelompok Batak di Indonesia, sebagian besar di Sumatera Utara. Parmalim adalah agama budaya dengan kepercayaan dan ritual yang khas. Eskatologi memainkan peran penting dalam perspektif kehidupan dan kematian dalam agama tradisional Parmalim suku Batak di Indonesia. Pertanyaan utama penelitian adalah bagaimana gagasan eskatologi dalam kepercayaan Parmalim bersinggungan dengan nilai-nilai dan perspektif kontemporer. Studi ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi eskatologi dalam agama tradisional Parmalim dan menganalisis implikasinya bagi keilmuan Alkitab dan teologi di Sumatera Utara. Pendekatan penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif dimana peneliti berperan sebagai instrumen utama dalam pengumpulan dan analisis data. Keterlibatan peneliti secara langsung dalam proses pengumpulan data memungkinkan pengembangan pemahaman yang mendalam. Hasil studi ini mengungkapkan kompleksitas dan kekhasan eskatologi dalam agama Parmalim, yang mencakup konsep tentang kematian, kehidupan setelah kematian, dan kehidupan sehari-hari yang tercermin dalam ritual dan praktik keagamaan. Implikasi dari temuan ini memperkaya pemahaman tentang pluralitas agama di Sumatera Utara dan menawarkan kontribusi yang berharga bagi keilmuan Alkitab dan teologi dalam konteks multikultural.
Strategi Guru Dalam Membina Behavior Control Peserta Didik (Studi Kasus di MA Al Manar Tanjungtani Prambon Nganjuk)
Authors: Ma’arif Syamsul , Hasby Muhammad Khoirul Amini , Fuad A. Jauhar
Published: April 2024

Teachers are an important role in the teaching and learning process because they are responsible for training potential human resources in the field of development and development. All responsibility for teaching, guiding, directing, training, testing and evaluating students rests with the teacher. A learning strategy is a lesson plan used by teachers and students to achieve learning objectives. However, teachers can use various strategies depending on the methods they use. On the other hand, the way of strategy implementation can be determined by different learning strategies. This research uses qualitative research methods and types. The research location is the subject of the research activities. The location of this research is in MA Al-Manar, MA Al Manar is included in the auspices of the Al Karim organization which also has a school, Fathul Mubatdiin Muslim Boarding School and most of its students are santri in a pesantren. This research uses two data sources, namely primary data and secondary data such as the use of books, journals, articles and other research. Data collection techniques are done through interviews, documents and observations. Then the data analysis technique is carried out using data collection techniques, the reduction stage, the presentation stage and the conclusion stage. aspects that influence the determination of the form of teacher training for controlling student behavior, the researcher suggests that each form of training conducted at MA Al Manar by teachers does not necessarily decide which positive value activities are directly carried out, but rather determines the form of coaching activities, different things or aspects that influence. The results of the discussion show that the results of teacher training regarding controlling student behavior are inseparable from the emotional realm in the form of feelings, values, appreciation, enthusiasm, motivation and degree of attitude. But not completely, but only the emotional domain in the form of feelings, motives and attitudes.
Strategi Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam dalam Menerapkan Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar Di SMA Negeri 1 Bangun Rejo
Authors: Miranti Novtariska Dwi
Published: April 2024

This research is motivated by the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum, which is a new curriculum introduced by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Indonesia as part of efforts to recover the education system post-pandemic. The Merdeka Curriculum offers a more flexible approach to learning, providing freedom in managing the learning process to make it more comfortable, active, and enjoyable. In this context, Islamic Education, which previously tended to use lecture methods, now emphasizes student activity and provides broader access to various sources for learning materials. The research findings indicate that Islamic Education teachers have made various efforts to implement the Merdeka Curriculum. These efforts include building student activity through triggering questions and collaborative learning, creating teaching modules to facilitate the teaching and learning process, and implementing the Pancasila student profile. However, challenges faced include disparities between teaching materials, student abilities, and time allocation.
Vinculando una Aplicación móvil con Xamarin Forms y ChatGPT
Authors: Molina Daniel
Published: April 2024

En este ensayo, se presenta el desarrollo de una aplicación móvil de chat utilizando Xamarin Forms y ChatGPT. La aplicación permite a los usuarios realizar preguntas y obtener respuestas generadas por el modelo de lenguaje de ChatGPT. Se describe la implementación de las vistas, controladores, interfaces y clases necesarias, así como el uso de la API de ChatGPT para generar respuestas. Además, se muestra cómo almacenar las preguntas y respuestas en una base de datos local SQLITE. El trabajo también aborda las consideraciones de diseño y las mejores prácticas para desarrollar aplicaciones de chat en Xamarin Forms.
Formación del Docente frente a los paradigmas de estudiantes con Necesidades Educativas Especiales
Authors: Pinos-Coronel Paola , González-González Geoconda
Published: April 2024

La presente investigación tiene como objetivo conocer y analizar los diferentes casos de estudiantes con Necesidades Educativas Especiales (NEE) asociadas o no a la discapacidad, de acuerdo a las nuevas reformas; Las instituciones educativas se convertirán en lugares capaces de acoger y dar respuestas a la diversidad de estudiantes, superando la discriminación y exclusión, dando un trato justo y de igualdad. Partiendo del análisis de la información brindada por el Departamento de Consejería Estudiantil, y encuestas a docentes de “La Providencia” de Azogues, para constatar la realidad del establecimiento. Se observó que el nivel de formación docente respecto a las diversas discapacidades de los estudiantes, oscila en un rango entre el nivel medio y medio bajo. Por tanto, el papel que desempeña un docente con dichos estudiantes es fundamental, para ello es imperioso que el docente se encuentre en actualización continua, incluyendo estrategias y técnicas innovadoras, al realizar adaptaciones curriculares.
Inteligencia artificial y su impacto en las prácticas administrativas de las universidades
Authors: Valle Mena Roberto Rodrigo
Published: April 2024

El impacto de la inteligencia artificial en las prácticas administrativas de las universidades es un tema cada vez más relevante. El objetivo general de este estudio es analizar cómo la inteligencia artificial está transformando la gestión administrativa en entornos universitarios. La metodología utilizada incluyó la revisión de investigaciones relevantes sobre el tema. Los resultados principales revelan que la inteligencia artificial está optimizando procesos administrativos como la gestión de recursos, la toma de decisiones y la personalización de servicios, lo que conlleva a una mayor eficiencia y adaptabilidad en las universidades. Además, se identifican desafíos éticos y de formación necesarios para aprovechar plenamente el potencial de la inteligencia artificial en este contexto. En resumen, la integración de la inteligencia artificial en las prácticas administrativas universitarias ofrece oportunidades significativas para mejorar la calidad y eficacia de la gestión, aunque requiere un enfoque cuidadoso para abordar los aspectos éticos y de capacitación necesarios. Las palabras clave asociadas a este estudio son: inteligencia artificial, educación superior, gestión administrativa, transformación digital, eficiencia.
Ventajas y desventajas en el adiestramiento canino
Authors: Ilbay Concha Roberto
Published: April 2024

En este estudio se revisaron las técnicas de adiestramiento canino y se evaluaron sus ventajas y desventajas. A partir de la revisión de la literatura, se identificó que existen técnicas que utilizan refuerzo positivo y otras que utilizan castigo, cada una con sus pros y contras. Se encontró que las técnicas que utilizan refuerzo positivo, como el clicker training, son más efectivas en la corrección de comportamientos no deseados y mejoran la relación perro-dueño, aunque pueden requerir más tiempo y paciencia. Por otro lado, las técnicas que utilizan castigo, como el collar de castigo y la estimulación eléctrica, pueden ser efectivas en la corrección de comportamientos no deseados, pero también pueden causar dolor y estrés al perro y dañar la relación perro-dueño. Se destacó la importancia de seleccionar la técnica adecuada basándose en las necesidades y personalidad del perro, así como en las preferencias y habilidades del dueño. Además, se identificó la necesidad de más estudios para evaluar los efectos a largo plazo de estas técnicas y para identificar las mejores prácticas en el adiestramiento canino. Por lo especificado, este estudio proporciona información valiosa para los dueños de perros y entrenadores en la selección de técnicas de adiestramiento adecuadas para mejorar la relación perro-dueño y corregir comportamientos no deseados.
La importancia de la psicología en la asistencia pedagógica: estrategias para el apoyo socioemocional en el aula
Authors: Ilbay-Guaña Evelyn Lizeth , Arteaga-Alcívar Yamileth
Published: April 2024

El enfoque principal consistió en identificar el impacto beneficioso de las intervenciones psicológicas en el entorno educativo y cómo estas estrategias contribuyen al fortalecimiento de la gestión socioemocional de los alumnos. Con el propósito de alcanzar una comprensión exhaustiva en este campo de estudio, se empleó una estrategia metodológica de naturaleza cualitativa. Esta estrategia incluyó el análisis de contenido de diarios pedagógicos, la revisión documental de la literatura especializada y el examen de registros derivados de las reflexiones llevadas a cabo por docentes. Los hallazgos obtenidos señalaron que la incorporación de principios psicológicos en la práctica pedagógica desempeña un papel esencial en el abordaje de las necesidades socioemocionales de los estudiantes, lo que, a su vez, promueve un ambiente más acogedor y propicio para el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje. Las intervenciones basadas en la psicología facilitan una adaptación más efectiva a las diversas dinámicas y desafíos presentes en el aula, lo que resulta en un efecto positivo tanto en el bienestar de los estudiantes como en su desempeño académico.
Uso de las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación en personas con asperger
Authors: Torres Bastidas Jimmy Patricio
Published: April 2024

En este trabajo se realizó una revisión de literatura sobre el uso de las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación (TIC) en personas con síndrome de Asperger. Los resultados indican que las TIC pueden ser una herramienta efectiva para mejorar la comunicación, la socialización, la educación y el empleo de estas personas, sin embargo, también se identificaron algunos desafíos y riesgos asociados con su uso, como la vulnerabilidad al acoso en línea y la ciberdelincuencia. Se resalta la importancia de tener en cuenta las necesidades y habilidades individuales de las personas con Asperger al implementar estrategias de intervención que involucren el uso de las TIC. Se destaca la necesidad de más investigación para explorar los beneficios y riesgos de la implementación de las TIC en personas con Asperger y desarrollar estrategias y recursos que aborden las necesidades específicas de estas personas. Finalmente, se concluye que, con un enfoque cuidadoso y estratégico, las TIC pueden desempeñar un papel importante en mejorar la calidad de vida y la inclusión social de las personas con Asperger.
The dawn of the Middle Palaeolithic in western Central Asia: Sel'Ungur Cave in Kyrgyztan
Authors: Krivoshapkin Andrey , Viola Bence , Chargynov Temerlan , Krajcarz Maciej T. , Krajcarz Magdalena , Fedorowicz Stanisław , Olenchenko Vladimir , Tsibizov Leonid , Shnaider Svetlana , Kolobova Kseniya
Published: April 2024

The Sel’Ungur Cave plays a crucial role in our understanding of the initial occupation of Central Asia. During the field campaign of 2014-1016, the techno-complex characterized by the non-Levallois flake knapping and a production of plano-convex bifaces has been recovered. Investigations of Sel’Ungur Cave in 2017 have provided new preliminary data on the earliest stages of Western Central Asia occupation, probably by Neanderthals.
Bifacial component of Mira, Layer I lithic assemblage
Authors: Stepanchuk Vadim N.
Published: April 2024

Located in the Dnieper valley and dated to ca. 32,000–31,000 cal BP, the site of Mira is characterized by the high level of conservation of human activity evidence. An important specificity of the site is its position in area without lithic raw material outcrops. The lithic industry of Mira, Layer I with confidence can be regarded as homogenous and containing no admixtures. At the same time, it is multi-component and includes specific Middle and Upper Palaeolithic tool types. Bifacial products constitute the essential archaic feature and are the focus of the presented paper. As a pivotal issue several related tasks are seen: to evaluate whether intensive use and recycling can distort the set of bifacial artefacts; to understand what role (core vs. tool) bifacial artefacts did play in technological chaîne opératoire under the terms of shortage of raw materials; to examine which analogies for bifacial products of Mira, Layer I can be seen, based on their technology and morphology. The analysis of available data allows concluding that the initial set of bifacial products was definitely distorted: some bifaces were used as cores, whilst the others were significantly reshaped and reduced. At the same time, no indication exists that the bifaces served as mobile cores from the onset. Instead, they actually played a role of occasional situational cores. Techno-morphological features of Mira, Layer I bifacial products provide reasons for searching the nearest analogies in local Micoquian-related Middle Palaeolithic records.
A Wholistic Housing Solution for Onsite Construction Workers
Authors: Andhare Sayali , Dhamankar Namrata
Published: April 2024

Construction workers are among our cities' most important service providers, but their contribution to the urban economy is frequently overlooked. Most construction workers are migrants, and the primary reason for their migration is to find good job opportunities along with an improved standard of living. The big question is whether this migration and growth of the infrastructure industry benefits the migrant workers' standard of living. The primary goal of the research has been to design and test a prototype housing system for onsite construction workers for indoor environmental quality. It presents a part of the ongoing research examining the parameters that influence the onsite housing system for construction workers in terms of building materials, services provided, and indoor environmental comfort. Simulation studies were carried out using Design Builder software to assess the annual performance, operational energy use, and indoor thermal comfort condition of the Business-as-usual case and the proposed design case. The EPI for the Business-as-Usual Case is 31 kWh/m2, while the EPI for the Design Case is 19 kWh/m2. To put the idea to the test, an actual prototype of a construction worker housing system was created and tested for thermal performance and user experience, along with onsite installation and long-term viability. The primary findings of the study are that onsite workers living in modular prefabricated housing can achieve indoor environmental comfort by using a wall paneling system made of paper honeycomb board sandwiched between powder-coated G.I. sheet can provide thermal comfort with additional aluminum bubble wrap insulation for the roof. Lower U values for the wall assembly and the use of Eco coolers, a passive cooling system, have increased thermal comfort and ventilation, respectively. The research also evaluated the affordability, scalability, and adaptability of the suggested prototype for a holistic housing system. The current study's objective is to assess how well the created unit performs in Pune or another city with a comparable climate.
Futureproofing with Passive Buildings: Is It Cost Effective and Is It Thermally Adequate?
Authors: Thounaojam Amanda , Vaidya Prasad , Prakash Sanjay
Published: April 2024

The paper aims to highlight the importance of employing a robust Life Cycle Cost (LCC) method that incorporates future weather files and a calibrated model. The study evaluates a 50-year LCC for wall insulation in an experimental building in Bangalore. It compares the LCC calculated using the future weather data with results obtained using the Typical Meteorological Year (TMY) file, providing a more accurate assessment of long-term cost-effectiveness. The results show that insulated walls have a lower LCC when fully air-conditioned, while mixed-mode settings show higher LCC. A detailed thermal comfort analysis indicates that insulated walls offer adequate thermal comfort (11-13% discomfort hours) under full adaptation to thermal conditions. Without full adaptation, when the adaptive comfort equation of the National Building Code (NBC) does not work, discomfort could rise to 31%. However, with ceiling fans (6-7 ºC cooling power index), it would suffice to provide comfort in the experimental building. The study underscores that well-designed buildings in Bangalore with insulation, passive strategies, and natural ventilation can ensure prolonged comfort without mandatory air-conditioning.
A Case Study on Thermal Performance in Residences with Laterite Stone and Rammed Earth Walling Materials in A Warm and Humid Climate
Authors: P Uma , Damle Rashmin
Published: April 2024

Traditionally in coastal Karnataka, mud was used in residential construction, but due to its labour-intensive nature, the construction shifted to laterite stone in the mid-20th century. Presently, with the growing need for thermal comfort and interest in sustainable approaches, there is increased interest in traditional mud architecture. A study was conducted to understand how these two materials- Rammed earth and Laterite stone perform in their built environment in a warm and humid climate. The analysis of inner surface temperatures of the east wall showed that 45% of the temperature for rammed earth and 97% of the temperature for laterite stone were more than 28°C. 1°C difference in mean WBGT showed that the indoor spaces in rammed earth residences have lower heat stress compared to laterite stone. Additionally, cooling loads can be reduced by 10%, and surface temperature can be reduced by 2°C for rammed earth compared to laterite stone walls.
Comparative Assessment of a Residential Building's Envelope Based on Embodied Energy
Authors: Sood Mansi , Elangovan Rajasekar , Chani P.S.
Published: April 2024

This paper addresses the estimation of a residential building's embodied energy through real-time data and evaluates the influence of diverse infill wall materials on its embodied energy. The investigation centers on a 10storey residential structure situated in Roorkee, India's composite climate. The study encompasses initial embodied energy from the bill of quantities and recurring embodied energy from maintenance and replacement cycles. Calculated at 11630 MJ/m², the determined lifetime embodied energy comprises 98.6% initial and 1.4% recurrent energy. A comparative analysis is conducted against existing literature and extended to alternative building envelopes. Findings indicate that using fly ash lime brick for infill walls minimizes embodied energy, potentially saving around 515MJ/m² across the building's lifespan. This research provides valuable insights into estimating and comparing the embodied energy of residential buildings and highlights the potential energy efficiency benefits of specific building envelope choices.
Hybrid Solution for Solar Passive Architecture in the High-Altitude Cold Climate of Leh
Authors: Mattu Amandeep , Prasad Anup Kumar
Published: April 2024

The study aims to establish a research directory of passive techniques in the field of building construction. It would provide local practitioners the necessary skills to improve and innovate building construction technology for Leh's harsh, high-altitude cold climates. The research focuses on understanding the cold highland climate of Ladakh, integrating cultural elements into the built environment, and identifying the latest innovative construction technologies. It will help to determine the existing architectural or structural development issues. The study extends to finding possible solutions to the non-renewable indigenous approach and gathering the new trends in the building environment or modern building techniques. Further, the research proposes adapting modern technology that efficiently works in high-altitude, cold climates. It aims to improve indoor environmental quality in harsh climatic conditions by using local materials and developing hybrid solutions. Passive solar techniques can take advantage of the available energy source.
Re-imagining Energy Efficiency in Open-Plan Offices Using Micro-Zonal Occupant Centric Control: Protocols to be Considered
Authors: Jacob Jeslu Celine , Pandit Debapratim , Sen Joy
Published: April 2024

Air-conditioning energy consumed in buildings can be reduced by cooling only occupied regions. With modern open-plan offices being adaptable with flexible work hours, there is a need to virtually divide thermal zones based on varying thermal requirements. Micro-Zonal Occupant-Centric Control (MZOCC) saves HVAC energy by creating micro-comfort zones around occupants through independent diffuser control. However, research gaps exist between thermal zoning for HVAC design and micro-zoning. There is a lack of clarity on the method of micro-zoning and factors to be considered, such as size and shape of micro-zones. The aim of this study is to delineate protocols for micro-zoning and evaluate the benefits of planned micro-zones. Characteristics of existing Indian open-plan offices are studied, and a method for micro-zoning is delineated. Results indicate that planned micro-zoning saves 44% of energy. The micro-zonal layout acts as the starting point for optimising diffuser allocation and airflow control, which will further improve energy savings.
Study on Evaluating Net-Zero Energy Potential for a Proposed Apartment Building
Authors: Rao GVS Raghavendra , Puchalapalli Swati
Published: April 2024

The floor area of residential buildings in India is evaluated twofold (16.0 billion m2 to 31.6 billion m2) and the residential energy consumption is assessed to trifold (246 TWh/y to 748 TWh/y) between 2017 and 2030, as per NITI Aayog (2015). This development of residential floor space, combined with an increment in electricity production, leads to critical energy demand within the up-and-coming decades. The purpose of the study is to assess net-zero energy potential for a proposed apartment building, suggest effective energy conservative measures, and see the financial achievability of the same by reporting the payback period and internal rate of return (IRR).
'Fit for Purpose' Urban Heat Island Effect Study Methodology for Indian Cities
Authors: Rawal Rajan , Shukla Yash , Das Subham , Chavda Tej , Agnihotri Rahul , Riahi Lily , Hickman Benjamin , Mohanty Parimita
Published: April 2024

The paper recognizes that the Urban Heat Island Effect (UHIE) occurs primarily due to urbanization impacting land surface characteristics, where the blue-green cover is replaced with complex-built fabric and increased anthropogenic heat emissions within urban areas. Without a common agreed-upon methodology with specific objectives that cities wish to accomplish, Indian cities are adopting varied methods to assess UHIE that do not help them attain the predefined objectives and are often found to be less scientific. This paper proposes a standardized methodology and underpins its argument on two frameworks, ‘Fit for the Purpose’ and ‘Level of Details,’ making it easier to adopt. Such efforts are expected to help cities account for the UHIE assessment with specific objectives that cities can optimize with available data and human and economic resources. The paper relies on a systematic literature review and considers the ground realities to develop the methodology. The proposed framework could be one of a kind to be adopted in India, helping cities evaluate their context and navigate them to solutions. It also aims to balance the suitable trade-off between data fidelity and decision-making efficiency, tailored to specific needs and constraints
New Education Policy and Energy Efficiency: Understanding through the Lens of a Solar Decathlon India Team
Authors: Gupta Mehak , Singh Prabhjot , Sahir Asad
Published: April 2024

Academic institutions are excited about the opportunities that are showcased by the Government of India’s New Education Policy 2020 regarding the potential impact that it can have on learners. Inspired by this important development, a team of engineering and architecture students took the initiative to consider exploring energy-efficient building designs through the Solar Decathlon India contest in support of the new policy. The team contributed to developing a concept for a “Student Life Centre” - a building that particularly deals with student activities to enable them to pursue their passions along with their studies. This idea was a unique concept for an educational building as participating students got an opportunity to visualize and appreciate the economic aspects. From the author’s analysis, before introducing coursework based on the New Education Policy in curricula, academic institutions may benefit if they visualize the options that the built environment may offer in accelerating learning.
Decarbonizing India's Residential Building Sector: Insights and Pathways from a System Dynamics Model
Authors: Khan Sarah , Bhushan Sweta
Published: April 2024

This study analyzed potential low-carbon pathways to achieve net-zero residential buildings in India. With the building sector contributing to 33% of global energy-related CO2 emissions, decarbonizing it is crucial for a net-zero economy. The study used a system dynamics model—Sustainable Alternative Future for India—to capture sectoral interlinkages and explore the implications of meeting India's development goals related to energy, resources, materials, and emissions. Three scenarios were developed, constituting interventions from the building, power, and material industry sectors. The business-as-usual scenario assumes that existing policies will persist, whereas the other two decarbonization scenarios consider different levels of realistic interventions, such as electrification and behavioural shifts. The study discusses the residential cooling demand and transition cost to high-efficiency appliances. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of considering sectoral interlinkages and resource constraints in achieving net-zero energy residential buildings.
Identifying the High Urban Heat Vulnerability Zones of a City for Prioritizing Mitigation Measures
Authors: Gangrade Sonal , Dhariwal Jay
Published: April 2024

Climate warming is raising global temperatures by 0.2°C every decade, generating severe heat waves and health risks. In India, urbanization has increased heat and humidity. The Urban Heat Island effect in Delhi puts many people at risk for heat-related health issues. This research identifies Delhi’s high-vulnerability zones based on people’s environmental, demographic, and socioeconomic conditions. The study analyzed vulnerability variables such as land surface temperature, land use, land cover, population density, and income level to identify high-risk zones in Delhi using the “unweighted additive overlay” approach. It is found that heat stress is most prevalent in 40 wards in Delhi’s central-western and eastern regions. These findings underline the necessity for adaption methods and specialized urban design strategies and policies for heat reduction for those with weak adaptive ability. The study would assist officials in providing heat relief to high-vulnerability wards and include heat mitigation methods in Delhi’s new master plan.
Evaluation of Thermal Discomfort and Non-refrigerant-based Cooling Methods as Mitigation Measures in Indian School Buildings
Authors: Sharma Nikhil , Pandey Brijesh , Sighal Akhil
Published: April 2024

The atmospheric temperature of the Indian subcontinent is rising steadily, with maximum and minimum temperatures increasing by up to 0.9º C and 0.5º C, respectively. Heat waves are becoming more frequent, posing a threat to vulnerable communities, including students, leading to changes in school schedules or closures in northern India. Unfortunately, thermal comfort assessment in Indian schools has received limited attention to date. To address this, a study was conducted in Ajmer (Hot and Dry climate) to evaluate thermal discomfort caused by heat stress in schools. The study investigates the relationship between students' thermal comfort and indoor/outdoor thermal conditions and the effectiveness of low-energy cooling technology, such as ceiling fans and evaporative coolers, in mitigating thermal discomfort during heat stress conditions. Data collection and evaluation have been conducted before and after the deployment of evaporative coolers to gauge their effectiveness in improving the thermal comfort of the students. A Simulation-based approach is adopted post-deployment of coolers to quantify the improvement in thermal comfort. The study aimed to provide insights into the benefit of adopting effective cooling technologies for improving the indoor classroom environment for students and enabling policymakers to assess indoor thermal conditions and choose suitable technologies to help mitigate heat stress in schools. The results show that low-energy cooling technology, like evaporative air coolers, helps in bringing down the indoor temperature to a thermally comfortable range for the students. In addition, this study established that there is a need to focus on thermal comfort while developing the school infrastructure, as it helps in improving the students' learning cognizance, attendance ratio and physical well-being.
Benchmarking Buildings Based on Their Energy Performance in Kerala: A Case Study of Kochi
Authors: Subramanian Dhilon , Malaviya Sumedha , Jairaj Bharath
Published: April 2024

Many developed countries regularly conduct building energy use benchmarking for continuous monitoring and evaluation of energy efficiency (EE) programs and policies to inform the design of new ones. Such activities also provide an opportunity to engage with building owners, tenants, and managers on RE and EE policies and programs. Our study was aimed at developing a methodology for citywide energy benchmarking exercises in India. We tested a novel benchmarking methodology for offices in Kochi to understand the availability of data and practical challenges if benchmarking were to be scaled up. The study was also aimed at documenting barriers to retrofits for different owner-tenant models
Implementing Dynamic Tariffs for Residential Consumers: A Literature Review
Authors: Aggarwal Dhruvak , Malhotra Muskaan , Agrawal Shaku
Published: April 2024

Dynamic retail tariffs are expected to be a cost-effective method to integrate variable renewable energy into the electricity grid while leading to higher social welfare. However, the global uptake of dynamic tariffs among residential consumers has been tepid due to complexities in implementing tariffs that match consumer preferences and uncertainties around their distributional effects, leading to unrealized welfare gains for consumers, utilities, and society. With a renewed interest in implementing dynamic tariffs in India following the large-scale rollout of smart consumer meters, this paper reviews recent literature on the attributes that affect the distribution of gains and losses among consumers and influence their uptake of dynamic tariffs. We propose a three-stage implementation framework that starts with getting a deeper understanding of the heterogeneous residential consumer segment and delineates the complementary steps required along with a change in tariff design to increase the likelihood of consumer participation.
Introduction to State-wide Rebate based Incentive Program for Utility Companies for Promoting Energy Efficiency in India
Authors: Lotake Swapnil , Haridas Himanshu , Gogte Salil
Published: April 2024

Energy efficiency penetration in the Indian market is driven by the policies and schemes implemented by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Energy Efficiency Services Ltd. (EESL), and various state governments. This paper aims to introduce a rebate-based incentive program for achieving energy efficiency in India. This paper also delves into the current demand-side management activities in India. The different steps involved in the evaluation of rebate-based energy efficiency programs have been presented in this paper. A case study has been provided to estimate the amount of energy savings and the avoided CO2 emissions that could be achieved by the implementation of rebate-based energy efficiency programs for the states of Maharashtra, Gujrat, and Tamil Nadu. It is estimated that the proposed energy efficiency programs could achieve 5,346 million units of electric savings and 3.8 million tons of avoided CO2 emissions across the three states.
Teaching strategies of teachers in improving the academic performance of pupils at Talipao District, Ministry of Basic, Higher, and Technical Education in Sulu
Authors: Adilon Emilyn , Sabdani-Asiri Masnona
Published: April 2024

This descriptive-correlational study determined the extent of teaching strategies used by teachers to improve the academic performance of pupils at Talipao District, Ministry of Basic, Higher, and Technical Education in Sulu in terms of Instructional Strategies and Classroom Practices, Individualized Support and Student Engagement, and Assessment and Feedback Practices during the School Year 2023-2024. With 100 samples taken through non-probability sampling method via purposive sampling, and with the use of weighted mean, standard deviation, t-test for independent samples, One-way ANOVA, and Pearson’s r, this study reveals the following findings: 1) Teacher-respondents involved in this study are mostly female, married, within 31 years old & above, and mostly have 5 years & below of length of service; 2) On the average, teaching strategies to improve the academic performance of pupils are frequently used by teachers; 3) Generally, except for age, other variables such as gender, civil status, and length of service do not influence the ways how elementary school teachers assessed the extent of teaching strategies to improve the academic performance of pupils; 4) Group of teacher-respondents who generally perceived the extent of teaching strategies used by teachers to improve the academic performance of pupils in terms of Instructional Strategies and Classroom Practices as Frequently Used may probably be the same group of teacher-respondents who perceived the extent of teaching strategies used by teachers to improve the academic performance of pupils in terms of Individualized Support and Student Engagement and Assessment and Feedback Practices as Frequently Used, respectively; and 5) This particular study tends to support Constructivist Learning Theory (Piaget, 1970) which emphasizes the importance of active student engagement and hands-on learning experiences.
STRATEGI PENGELOLAAN PEMASARAN PENDIDIKAN ANAK USIA DINI
Authors: Rinta Anggi Sirka , Febriana Dike , Wulandari Retno
Published: April 2024

Topik kajian Artikel ini yaitu membahas mengenai bagaimana strategi - strategi pengelolaan pemasaran Yang digunakan di lingkungan Pendidikan Anak usia dini. Yang dimana disetiap lembaga di perlukan adanya strategi pemasaran untuk menarik orang tua anak didik atau lingkungan sekitar terhadap lembaganya. Yang dimana pemasaran ini dilakukan untuk mencapai suatu tujuan yang dimiliki oleh lembaga satuan pendidikan. Di dalam lingkupan lembaga satuan pendidikan anak usia dini, juga dilakukannya pemasaran tersebut. Yang dimana Pemasaran lembaga formal dan non formal  dimaksudkan agar layanan pendidikan sejak dini di wilayah tersebut terpenuhi. Oleh karena itu, orientasi dari pemasaran kelembagaan formal dan non formal  adalah sosialisasi progam dan pentingnya memberi layanan edukasi pada anak anak sejak usia dini. Untuk itulah sebelum melakukan pemasaran tersebut perlu adanya pengelolaan atau perencanaan dan strategi dalam melakukan pemasaran. Untuk mengembangkan produk yang dimilikinya, dengan strategi yang digunakan atau tindakan yang tepat. Hal ini dikarenakan mempermudah bagi masyarakat sekitar dan menjadi tempat acuan pembelajaran untuk jenjang selanjutnya. Adapun pokok-pokok bahasan yang dibahas yaitu mengenai bagaimana strategi yang baik dalam manajemen pemasaran dilembaga pendidikan anak usia dini. Dengan menggunakan beberapa media yang dijelaskan dalam artikel ini.