bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bicultural Attitudes and Psychological Adjustment of Ethnic Minority Youth in Bangladesh
Authors: Khaleque Abdul , Uddin Muhammad Kamal , Aktar Rumana , Roy Kishor , Siddique Md Nur E Alam
Published: December 2024

This study explored relationships between bicultural attitudes and psychological adjustment of Bangladeshi ethnic-minority youths. The study was conducted on 412 young adults (Mage = 22 years), 40% women and 60% men, from 18 Bangladeshi ethnic subgroups. The Bicultural Attitude Scale (BAS) and Personality Assessment Questionnaire (PAQ) were used as measures. Results presented that 57% of the respondents were biculturally oriented, 42% were uniculturally oriented (39% were oriented toward heritage culture and only 3% toward national culture), and less than 1% were culturally alienated or marginalized. In addition, the results showed that the mean score of importance ratings was significantly higher for the heritage culture than for the national culture. Results also showed a significant negative correlation between the attitude toward heritage culture and the psychological maladjustment of the respondents. The findings further showed that heritage (not national) culture has significant and unique effects on the psychological adjustment of both male and female minority ethnic youth in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh Journal of Psychology, Vol. 24, December 2024, pp. 1-22
Relationship between Humor Style and Psychological Well-Being of Bangladeshi University Students
Authors: Rahman Md Shahinoor , Hossain S M Sabbir
Published: December 2024

Humor style plays an important role in maintaining psychological well-being. However, no research has yet addressed these concerns. Thus, this study aimed to determine the humor styles and psychological well-being of Bangladeshi university students and the relationship between humor style and their psychological well-being. A sample of 502 university students (346 males and 156 females) was conveniently selected for data collection. The average age of the students was 22.77±1.95 years. The Banglaversion of the Humor Styles Questionnaire and Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale were utilized to gather relevant data. The results revealed that positive humor styles, specifically Affiliative (36.75±8.71) and Self-Enhancing (36.39±8.74), were dominant among Bangladeshi university students than negative humor styles. Male students exhibited a higher tendency towards negative humor styles, such as aggressive humor (25.55±7.13) and self-defeating humor (28.05±8.49), compared to their female counterparts. Additionally, urban students demonstrated a higher inclination towards affiliative humor styles (37.51±8.87) in comparison to rural students. Furthermore, it was found that Bangladeshi male university students had higher levels of psychological well-being compared to female students. A total of 15.9% reported poor psychological well-being. Psychological well-being is positively related to self-enhancing and affiliative humor but negatively related to aggressive humor. In conclusion, student’s dominant humor style is positive humor style and the majority of students have moderate psychological well-being; however, a significant number of students, particularly females, have poor psychological well-being. Understanding the findings can help to design interventions that promote mental health among Bangladeshi university students.
Bangladesh Journal of Psychology Vol. 24, December 2024, pp. 33-48
Resilience as Predictor of Life Satisfaction and Mental Well-Being among Selected Southern University Students of Bangladesh
Authors: Sultana Momtaz , Sharmin Nusrat , Karim Md Zawadul , Sarkar Nandita
Published: December 2024

The study aimed to investigate how resilience affects young adults’ mental health and life satisfaction in Bangladesh. To achieve this end, a total number of 440 students were selected randomly from different universities situated in the southern part of Bangladesh. The Bangla version of the Resilience Scale for Adults (RSA), The Warwick Edinburg Mental Well-being Scale (WEMWBS), and the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) were administered to measure variables. Independent sample t-test, Pearson product-moment correlation and simple linear regression were performed to test the data. The results of the t-test revealed significant gender differences in life satisfaction, and correlation analysis revealed a significant positive correlation among resilience, mental well-being, and life satisfaction. Simple linear regression results revealed that 2.1% of the variability in life satisfaction and 29.8% of the variability in mental health were significantly predicted by resilience. This finding illustrates that increasing resilience will increase mental well-being and life satisfaction among university students in Bangladesh. Therefore, psychotherapy interventions that aim to strengthen psychological resilience and improve mental well-being may raise a person’s overall level of life satisfaction. 
Bangladesh Journal of Psychology Vol. 24, December 2024, pp. 49-60
A new species of Globba under Sect. haplanthera (Zingiberaceae) from Myanmar
Authors: Latt Myo Min , Naing Min Khant , Choudhary Ritesh Kumar , Lee Joongku
Published: December 2024

Globba zwegabinensis sp. nov., under sect. Haplanthera (Zingiberaceae) is newly described and illustrated from the Zwegabin Mountain of Kayin State in southern Myanmar. G. zwegabinensis is morphologically allied to G. sessiliflora and G. lithophila but differs in having the leaves with a foetid smell, glabrous blade, completely yellow filament, glabrous ovary, larger cuneiform labellum with bifid apex, glabrous and oblong to ovate fruit, lack of bulbils and anther appendages. A description and photographic data, along with the comparative characteristics of the closely allied species, are provided.
Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(2): 197-203, 2024 (December)
Genomic analysis made easy (Game V1): An automated software for plant genome assembly and annotation from illumina sequencing
Authors: Ali Mohammad Ajmal , Mahato Rajesh , Lee Joongku
Published: December 2024

The recent development and affordable accessibility of the next-generation high-throughput sequencing technology and artificial intelligence have propelled more researchers to get involved in genomics and to the threshold of a new beginning in understanding, utilizing, and conserving the biodiversity. However, one of the biggest challenges for the analysis of high-throughput sequencing reads is the whole genome assembly and annotation. Availability of user-friendly free software that manages all types of sequenced DNA to be used in a local environment is lacking. Hence, the Genomic Analysis Made Easy (GAME v1) software has been developed using Python to provide a user-friendly, fast, free, and automated GUI-based solution for plant genome assembly and annotation. The software performs on a Linux-based operating environment with a minimum of 16 GB RAM and 100 GB disc space, fully automated from the installation to execution, thus requiring minimal bioinformatics expertise for the execution. The GAME v1 generates detailed quality reports of the raw reads, GenomeScope heterozygosity report, QUAST contigs and scaffolds results, BUSCO summary plot, COG functional annotation chart, GO chart, NCBI and UniProt annotations, KEGG pathway distribution graph, and RepeatMasker plots. The nuclear genome of Chenopodium pallidicaule retrieved from NCBI was assembled and annotated successfully using GAME v1, revealing preliminary genome size estimate of around 419.54 Mb based on GenomeScope analysis prior to assembly. The final assembly, as assessed by QUAST, unveiled a total length of 285.85 Mb (0.29 Gb) containing 23,806 genes. This automated solution will facilitate plant genomics research by revealing the underlying insights of draft nuclear genomes. The software is available at https://arraygen.com/game
Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(2): 225-238, 2024 (December)
Integrating taxonomy and drug discovery: Liliopsida flora of Rajbari, Bangladesh targeting Amorphophallus paeoniifolius for colorectal cancer therapy
Authors: Banu Miruna , Ahmed Sheikh Sunzid , Begum Momtaz , Rahman M Oliur
Published: December 2024

The present study explores the angiosperm flora belonging to the class Liliopsida in Rajbari district, seamlessly integrating taxonomy with phytocompound-based drug discovery through advanced computational biology approaches. The study covered all five upazilas (sub-districts) of the district. A total of 201 taxa across 118 genera and 24 families of Liliopsida were identified. The flora is predominantly composed of herbs (79.06%), followed by climbers (7.96%), trees (7.46%), shrubs (2.98%), and a minimal occurrence of epiphytes (1.99%). Poaceae emerged as the largest family, comprising 58 taxa across 36 genera, followed by Araceae (26 taxa) and Cyperaceae (17 taxa). Notably, the study identified 25 medicinal plant species under Liliopsida. Some rare species within Liliopsida, such as Coix aquatica, Wolffia arrhiza, Typha domingensis, and Schumannianthus benthamianus were also recorded in the study area. Among the medicinal plants identified, Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (Dennst.) Nicolson was selected for further investigation into colorectal cancer drug discovery. The computational therapeutics design endeavor unveiled two lead compounds: Riboflavin (-7.9 kcal/mol) and Lupeol (-6.1 kcal/mol), both of which demonstrated promising favorable drug-likeness properties. Molecular dynamics simulation spanning 100 ns revealed structural stability of the identified leads. PCA and Gibbs free energy landscape study further corroborated the drug-candidacy of the leads. DFT-based molecular reactivity study unveiled Lupeol as the most kinetically stable compound (6.915 eV). The findings highlight the significance of multi-disciplinary approach integrating classical taxonomy with bioinformatics and pave the way for future colorectal cancer therapeutics.
Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(2): 239-264, 2024 (December)
Taxonomy, karyomorphology and pollen viability of Hymenocallis littoralis (Jacq.) Salisb. (Amaryllidaceae)
Authors: Afroz Sumona , Begum Kazi Nahida , Saha Susmita , Hassan Md Abul , Rahman M Oliur
Published: December 2024

The present study offers the taxonomy, karyomorphology, and pollen-pistil interactions in the bulbous species Hymenocallis littoralis (Jacq.) Salisb. of the family Amaryllidaceae. The genus Hymenocallis is closely allied to Pancratium, however, differs from the later by filament, number and shape of ovule, and seed characteristics. Detailed descriptions and illustrations of H. littoralis are provided, alongside information on its habitat, distribution, examined specimens, and economic significance. A new somatic chromosome number of 2n = 50 is reported for H. littoralis, and this count was not found to be consistent with any of the earlier reports, offering additional insights into its chromosomal characteristics. Furthermore, the study reveals a high pollen viability of 95% in H. littoralis.
Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(2): 265-273, 2024 (December)
Nitella stuartii Braun: A new record of Charophyceae for Bangladesh
Authors: Tonne Nur E Taj Jahan , Ahmed Tanvir , Alfasane Md Almujaddade
Published: December 2024

Abstract not available
Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(2): 325-327, 2024 (December)
Unlocking the potential of Albizia procera: A multifunctional tree for sustainable development and climate resilience
Authors: Shah Syed Shaheen , Shaikh M Nasiruzzaman , Rahman Tanzilur , Shams Md Iftekhar , Alfasane Md Almujaddade , Rahman Syed Masiur , Raihan Asif , Nayem S M Abu , Aziz Md Abdul
Published: December 2024

Albizia procera (Roxb.) Benth., a versatile and fast-growing tree species under the family Fabaceae, holds substantial potential for advancing sustainable development and climate resilience. This review highlights the taxonomy, ecological benefits, and diverse applications and ecological benefits of A. procera, emphasizing its role in reforestation, agroforestry, and sustainable forestry practices. A. procera is also valued for its high-quality timber, contributing to traditional woodworking and modern engineered products like Glulam beams, demonstrating its economic value. Additionally, A. procera contributes to its carbon sequestration, aligning with climate action goals due to its high biomass productivity. While acknowledging the need for careful management to mitigate risks such as invasiveness, this review underscores the significance of A. procera in fostering ecological restoration, sustainable livelihoods, and climate adaptation strategies. Its multifaceted benefits position A. procera as a critical asset in pursuing a sustainable and resilient future.
Bangladesh J. Plant Taxon. 31(2): 329-347, 2024 (December)
Assessment of Health, Nutrition Status, Lifestyle Patterns, Job Satisfaction Level, and Sanitation Practices of Food Handlers Working in University Residential Hall’s Canteens of Bangladesh
Authors: Hossain Md Sabbir , Prattay Kazi Milenur Rahman , Alif Al Ashiqur Rahman , Shipa Sowkat Jahan , Sarkar Md Raihan , Karim Md Rasul
Published: December 2024

In Bangladesh, a notable number of people are engaged in food handling (preparing, serving and selling) jobs. Their dietary habits, lifestyle patterns and other behavioral factors are somewhat descending. The study aimed to identify the health status, nutrition status, lifestyle patterns, job satisfaction level and sanitation practices of food handlers working in student residential hall’s canteens and messes at the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Data was collected through direct physical measurement and a standard questionnaire, which was translated into Bengali for ease of data collection. It was structured by focusing on data related to socio-demographics, dietary habits, awareness level of food and nutrition, lifestyle patterns, current job satisfaction level, family history and sanitation practice. Among the study participants, 11.0%, 8.7% and 2.0% of them were overweight, underweight, and obese, respectively. The study found that the BMI status of the food handlers was significantly associated with their age (χ2 = 42.796, P < 0.001). 42.7% of participants had poor dietary habits (χ2 = 2.586, P = 0.460), and half of the participants (50.7%) lifestyles were poor (χ2 = 4.626, P = 0.201). Only 27.0% of participants were aware of the health risks associated with poor dietary habits and malnutrition. 83.0% of the participants were habituated to wearing shoes while doing their duty. 84.7% had access to hygienic bathroom and toilet facilities. 37.7% of study participants did not participate in regular outdoor physical activities. Only 46.3% of participants were satisfied with their job. A number of food handlers were found to be malnourished and experienced unfavorable health conditions. The associated authority should take it into consideration for the improvement of overall nutritional health status, lifestyle patterns, and overall, the job environment.
Dhaka Univ. J. Pharm. Sci. 23(2): 145-155, 2024 (December)
Isolation of Flavonoids and a Triterpene Ester with Potential Bioactivity from Ludwigia octovalvis (Jacq.) P.H. Raven (Onagraceae) Leaves
Authors: Sultana Tamanna , Ashrafi Sania , Das Susmita , Hossain Md Sakhawat , Ahsan Monira , Azam A T M Zafrul
Published: December 2024

Leaves of Ludwigia octovalvis (Jacq.) P.H. Raven (Onagraceae), a plant with a history of traditional medicinal use, were investigated to determine their bioactive constituents. Five known compounds were isolated and structurally characterized using extensive NMR spectroscopic techniques (¹H NMR, ¹³C NMR, COSY, HSQC, and HMBC) and comparison with literature data. These compounds included 7,4'-dihydroxy-5,6,8-trimethoxyflavone (1), 6,7,4'-trihydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyflavone (2), 4-hydroxybenzaldehyde (3), palmitic acid (4), and 6,27-(2-ethyl)- dihydroxy-3-oxo-olean-12-enyl palmitate (5). Bioactivity assays were performed on various fractions derived from crude methanolic (MeOH) extract of L. octovalvis. The hexane (LOH) and ethyl acetate (LOEA) fractions displayed significant DPPH free radical scavenging activity, with IC₅₀ values of 17.69 and 20.06 μg/mL, respectively, compared to the standard reference compound, ascorbic acid (5.96 μg/mL). The chloroform fraction (LOC) and LOH exhibited the most potent inhibition in the brine shrimp lethality bioassay (LC₅₀ = 0.037 and 0.012 μg/mL, respectively) compared to the standard, vincristine sulphate (0.45 μg/mL). The LOEA fraction demonstrated promising thrombolytic activity (43.34% clot lysis) compared to the standard, streptokinase (65.15%).
Dhaka Univ. J. Pharm. Sci. 23(2): 171-179, 2024 (December)
Unveiling the Phytopharmacological Potentials of Mesua nagassarium (Burm. f.): In vitro and In silico Approaches
Authors: Samadd Md Abdus , Sikder Md Al Amin , Asrafi Sania , Hasan Choudhury Mahmood , Al Mansur Muhammad Abdullah , Rashid Mohammad A
Published: December 2024

This study focuses on the chemical, biological and computational studies of stem bark of Mesua nagassarium (Burm. f.). Using extensive chromatographic analyses, five compounds were isolated from the carbon tetrachloride soluble fraction of methanol extract of the plant. The isolated compounds were characterized as taraxerol (1), a mixture of β- amyrin (2) and α-amyrin (3), β-stigmasterol acetate (4) and kaempferol (5) by analysis of their spectral data, notably NMR. This is the first report of isolation of taraxerol and β-stigmasterol acetate from M. nagassarium. The n-hexane soluble materials of bark of M. nagassarium exhibited promising antioxidant (IC50 = 6.7 μg/ml) and cytotoxic (IC50 = 14.68 μg/ml) properties. In addition, the chloroform fraction showed mild thrombolytic activity with 26.27% clot lysis. The phytoconstituents were evaluated by molecular docking against superoxide dismutase, vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 and tissue plasminogen activator. Each compound had various degrees of binding affinity to the receptors. The results revealed strong cytotoxic and antioxidant effects of the extractives, underscoring the necessity for future research for isolating the bioactive phytochemicals against a variety of cellular targets.
Dhaka Univ. J. Pharm. Sci. 23(2): 181-193, 2024 (December)
Bi-level Problem with Facility Allocation for Evacuation Planning
Authors: Khanal Durga Prasad , Pyakurel Urmila , Dhamalab Tanka Nath , Dempec Stephan
Published: December 2024

At the time of evacuation, placement of the facilities for the support of evacuees is an important task. The proper allocation of the facilities in such a way that the reduction in the flow value due to the placement of facilities on the arcs is minimal, is another important aspect of the problem. In this paper, we introduce an evacuation planning problem with facility allocation by using bi-level formulation. The upper level problem identifies the best possible location and lower level problem finds the optimal solution in the network with facility allocation. We solve the problem with a naive approach of combinatorial optimization and the Karush-Kuhn-Tucker (KKT) transformation.
J. Bangladesh Math. Soc. 44.2 (2024) 017–027
Application of Finite Element Method to Problems with Mixed Boundary Conditions
Authors: Lima Sadia Akter , Mayeda Kamrunnesa , Ullah Amin , Kamrujjaman Md
Published: December 2024

In this study, we explore the effectiveness of the Finite Element Method (FEM) employing linear shape functions to address problems governed by Dirichlet, Neumann, and Robin boundary conditions. We use the derived weak formulation of FEM to solve various types of partial differential equations (PDEs) with mixed boundary conditions. Convergence and stability analyses are carried out to evaluate the performance of this approach, and different types of errors, like absolute error, dissipation, dispersion, and total mean square error, are investigated. This method is applied, and both the exact and approximate solutions are tabulated in three distinct cases: a one-dimensional Burgers-Huxley equation with Dirichlet boundary conditions; a diffusionreaction equation with Neumann boundary conditions; and a uniformly propagating shock problem with Robin boundary conditions. Approximate solutions are compared to exact ones through 2D and 3D graphical representations, and tabular data offers a thorough error analysis. Additionally, error maps provide strong evidence for the accuracy of the suggested approach, demonstrating its capacity to precisely and quickly solve challenging problems with a variety of boundary conditions.
J. Bangladesh Math. Soc. 44.2 (2024) 047–064
Convective Heat Transfer in the Strongly Viscous Mantle in Different Aspect Ratio Cells
Authors: Khaleque Tania S , Trina Noushin A , Islam Sumaiya B
Published: December 2024

Mantle convection, a fundamental mechanism controlling the dynamics of the Earth’s surface and interior, shows different behaviors caused by different factors such as viscosity variation, viscous dissipation, internal heating, and so on. In this paper, the effects of temperature-dependent viscosity, temperature and pressure-dependent viscosity and viscous dissipation on mantle convection are investigated in elongated and narrow cells. The Rayleigh-B´enard convection model is solved numerically with the full form of the Arrhenius viscosity function at a high Rayleigh number for viscosity contrasts up to 1030. The root mean square velocity and Nusselt number are computed and tabulated. The thermal characteristics and flow dynamics inside the convection cell are presented by temperature profiles and stream function contours. These simulated results indicate that increasing viscosity contrasts with the incorporation of viscous dissipation weakens the convection vigour and heat transfer in the mantle. The selected narrow cell remains stable for a very high viscosity contrast at different viscous pressure number μ, whereas the selected elongated cell with temperature-dependent viscosity and strong viscous dissipation becomes unstable and single-cell pattern breaks down at high viscosity variation.
J. Bangladesh Math. Soc. 44.2 (2024) 077–096
Growing Residential Built Density of Dhaka City – Causes, Consequences and Solutions: A Case Study on Mirpur Section 2 and Kazipara
Authors: Nipun Muhammad Waresul Hassan , Kakon Anisha Noori , Hossain S M Nawshad
Published: December 2024

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh is experiencing a dramatic transformation in residential built density due to the concentration of administrative, institutional, commercial, social, recreational, small-scale industries, and their associated housing facilities. Such transformation is visible in residential built footprint, originated from low rise and low density to high density and high rise developments. This study is an attempt to explore the phenomenon of growing residential built density in a planned area, namely, Section 2 and in an unplanned area, namely, Kazipara in Mirpur Thana of Dhaka. Here the residential density has been measured according to the basic theories of density which is expressed as a number of dwelling units per acre of land in case of both gross and net density. Moreover, for better understanding and visual effect, sky view factor (SVF) is used here as a parameter of built density. For this study a detailed physical survey of the study areas was conducted. To identify the causes and consequences of the growing built density, five factors i.e. demographic, social, economic, physical (urban planning related) and environmental are considered. The study focused particularly on the residential built density, its causes and consequences in a local scale. It is revealed from the study that residential built density in city scale differs substantially from local scale.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 27-42
Impact of Tidal River Management on the Livelihood Pattern of Local People: A Case Study of Gaurighona Union, Keshabpur Upazila, Jessore
Authors: Edrish Maria Binte , Yeasmin Shamima , Rahman Saima
Published: December 2024

In Bangladesh a vital portion of natural river system is supported by south-west coastal zone. Khulna Jessore Drainage Rehabilitation Project was initiated to manage the entire coastal zone but failed drastically. It became a great failure for building embankment around the polder area by trapping water and the consequences are flood, water logging, long term salinity etc. in affected area. To get rid of these consequences, people have taken steps to cut the polders for allowing tidal flow and accumulating alluvium inside the polders. This technique of raising land level is known as Tidal River Management (TRM). As a result, in the long process, the reduction of water logged area and emergence of new land have direct influence on the status and quality of people’s life and livelihood. This impact and consequences are analyzed through this study in Beel Bhaina and its adjacent most affected villages of Agarhati and Bharat Bhaina in Keshabpur Upazila, Jessore. TRM practice impacted positively on settlement and displacement issues, income, communication, business, shrimp sector, water logging problems, but at the same time, created negative impacts on agriculture sector. Some hazards, like salinity, river erosion and draught have become more frequent in the area.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 43-58
Challenges of Low Carbon City Planning due to Emissions from Brick Kilns: A Case Study on Dhaka City of Bangladesh
Authors: Pramanik Md Ashrafuzzaman , Prothan Md Jakirul Islam Jony , Munir Md Muniruzzaman
Published: December 2024

In achieving environmental sustainability, planning of a city or region can be more functional and implementable by using low carbon city concept. Urban Planning through land use planning and planning control can play a vital role in implementing the idea of low carbon cities, particularly during the formulation of development plans. The study focuses on the issues of carbon emission and global warming due to emission from the brick fields of Dhaka in Bangladesh. The brick manufacturing in the Greater Dhaka region produces 3.5 billion bricks per year, and it has been estimated that about 23,300 tons of particulate matter having aerodynamic diameter <2.5 μm (PM2.5), 15,500 tons of sulfur dioxide (SO2), 302,000 tons of carbon monoxide (CO), 6,000 tons of black carbon (BC) and 1.8 million_tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) are emitted annually. This paper presents a case study of brick kilns on three unions (Aminbazar, Savar and Ashulia) of Savar Upazila under Dhaka District. The study provides a review of legal aspects on brick kilns in the context of Bangladesh. Finally, some recommendations have been provided for the improvement of urban environmental management due to emission from brick kilns.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 155-170
Ecological Footprint of South Asian Countries: A Comparative Study
Authors: Kakon Anisha Noori , Reza Farhadur
Published: December 2024

Ecological footprint is being widely used as an indicator of global sustainability. The purpose of this paper is to make a comparative analysis of South Asian countries’ ecological footprint. Literature review which forms the basis of this study, reveals that India grasps the largest ecological footprint of 1063.37 million gha; whereas Sri Lanka holds the smallest footprint of 24.14 million gha. Furthermore, India holds the largest footprint and Sri Lanka grabs the smallest footprint of all the components except fishing ground which is the smallest in Nepal. The footprints of grazing land in South Asian countries are relatively marginal. Specific country based analysis of footprint components and estimation of ecological deficit or overshoot are also incorporated in this paper. Bangladesh has the lowest per person biocapacity of 0.38 gha; while the highest per person biocapacity found in Nepal (0.55 gha). It is observed that ecological footprints of South Asian countries have exceeded their biocapacity extensively. Ecological overshoot is the highest in India (- 469.04 million gha) and the lowest in Sri Lanka (-15.24 million gha). A comparison has been made in this paper among population growth, change of ecological footprint and biocapacity, GDP growth rate and HDI ratings of the South Asian countries.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 69-80
Trend Analysis of Bank Erosion of Jamuna River and Migration Impact: A Case Study on Teota Union of Shibalaya Upazila
Authors: Sarker Swati , Rahman Mohammad Mizanur
Published: December 2024

Riverbank erosion is one of the major natural disasters in Bangladesh causing enormous and long term socio-economic consequences. Every year, approximately one million people are affected by river bank erosion. River bank erosion not only compels people to migrate or leave their place of origin, but also destroys their belongings. This research is conducted to analyze the river bank erosion scenario of Teota Union in Shibalaya Upazila of Manikgonj District located on the left bank of Jamuna River and also to analyze migration patterns. Teota union is the most vulnerable for river bank erosion due to char formation, shifting channels, and erosion. The amount of eroded and accreted areas of the study area in different periods from 1988 to 2014 has been computed from the satellite images of different years using GIS. During 1988-2014, the maximum bank erosion was occurred during 1988- 1990 and 2606.22 acres of land was eroded during that period and the minimum amount of land (995.12 acres) was eroded during 2005-2010 in the study area.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 81-93
Ethics in Planning Arena: Necessity and Application
Authors: Ahmad Tanvir
Published: December 2024

Ethics is crucial to the practices of planning theories and concepts as moral judgments and ethical choices encompass planners’ activities. Planners’ ethical values and institutional settings influence their work, but we know very little about these ethical schemes of signification. The article outlines the ethos of working on planning issues and hegemonic ways of thinking about ethics of planning. It presents a fairly brief consideration of what the discourses in ethical planning consist of and also discusses crucial dilemmas of ethics in planning, as these fall in between principles, values, convictions and political and institutional discourses and ideologies.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 95-112
Urban Ecology and Eco-Sustainability: A Framework for Urban Sustainability of Dhaka
Authors: Islam Mohammed Saiful
Published: December 2024

Ecological study targeting urban sustainability needs to ensure urban development in a manner that a city can achieve social and economic advances without damaging its natural environment. This paper evaluates and highlights the importance of urban ecology and eco-sustainability for sustainable use of ecosystem services within a city to ensure its urban sustainability. The study provides an ecological framework for urban sustainability of Dhaka primarily based on secondary data and information, although some information has been collected from primary sources as well. The paper illustrates that the image of Dhaka is not derived from its concrete parts like buildings, roads etc., it is much deeper and more fluid, that is, its people, pattern of spaces and activities therein, the relationship between the living and nonliving part of its environment, time, space and people. The ecological framework recognizes that the Plantation, Compensatory Greens or Garden, Green Urban Corridors, Green Urban Pockets or Vegetated Roofs, Green Roofs, Urban Landscaping, restoration of Natural Drainage System and creation of adequate water bodies are general approach to mitigate some of the losses of biomes, productivity and the biodiversity. The natural systems of Dhaka need to ensure its sustainability with the active participation of its community.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 141-153
Fire Hazard Risk Assessment of Mixed Use Chemical Storage Facilities: A Case Study of Chemical Warehouses in Old Dhaka
Authors: Jahan Nushrat , Islam Sanjana , Hossain Md Imam
Published: December 2024

The aim of this study is to explore the level of fire hazard risk associated with coexistence of chemical warehouses with residential units in Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh. The concept is to analyse fire hazard risk for such type of land use mix through a fire hazard risk index developed for this specific context. In the paper, the authors propose the construction of a fire hazard risk index for determining the risk level. The proposed index is applied to a study of fire hazard risk assessment of a high concentration chemical warehouse zone in the old parts of Dhaka. Consultation with several stakeholder groups in the study area and survey techniques were employed to assess the level of fire hazard risks. The results showed that fire hazard risk was a result of storing and handling flammable chemical products in mixed use buildings, the structural inefficiency of buildings for fire safety and a lack of awareness of the buildings’ users regarding fire safety rules and safe handling of chemical products.
JBIP, Vol. 9, 2016 (Printed in April 2018), pp. 113-124
Ảnh hưởng của ứng dụng công nghệ du lịch thông minh đến ý định quay lại của du khách tại thành phố Cần Thơ
Authors: Huỳnh Diệp Trâm Anh , Hà Nam Khánh Giao , Hồ Thị Hương Lan
Published: December 2024

Nghiên cứu này đánh giá ảnh hưởng của ứng dụng công nghệ du lịch thông minh đến ý định quay lại Thành phố Cần Thơ của du khách. Lý thuyết kích thích-chủ thể-phản ứng (Stimulus-Organism-Response) và lý thuyết trọng dịch vụ được áp dụng trong nghiên cứu này với bối cảnh là Thành phố Cần Thơ. Bằng phương pháp nghiên cứu định lượng được thực hiện thông qua một khảo sát gồm 502 khách du lịch, kết quả cho thấy 4 thuộc tính của ứng dụng công nghệ du lịch thông minh bao gồm: (1) Hệ thống thông tin thông minh; (2) Hệ thống tham quan thông minh; (3) Hệ thống thương mại điện tử; (4) Giao thông thông minh đều có ảnh hưởng tích cực đến hình ảnh điểm đến nhận thức được, sự hài lòng và ý định quay lại Cần Thơ của du khách. Từ đó, các hàm ý chính sách đối với các bên liên quan cũng được thảo luận và đề xuất nhằm duy trì khả năng cạnh tranh và tính bền vững của điểm đến.
Factors contributing to non-compliance with active physiotherapy guidelines among chronic low back pain patients in India
Authors: Ganesh G. Shankar , Khan Abdur , Khan Ashfaque
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Physiotherapists exhibit different degrees of adherence to clinical guidelines for low back pain (LBP). The preferences and expectations of their patients significantly influence physiotherapists’ adherence to these guidelines. Therefore, it is crucial to have a comprehensive analysis of the patients’ perspectives, which can identify the factors that prevent the implementation of an active approach.
Methods: We conducted semi-structured interviews with patients suffering from non-specific chronic LBP (CLBP). We transcribed the semi-structured interviews verbatim and conducted an inductive thematic analysis to uncover themes related to the participants’ expectations and experiences of consultations with physiotherapists for CLBP.
Results: In total, we interviewed thirty-three individuals, with 14 women and 19 men (mean age 53 + 12 years). Our thematic analysis discovered six overarching themes that are relevant to patients’ expectations and experiences. We identified several sub-themes under the “physiotherapist-related factors” and “patient-related factors” themes. Additional themes recognized were guideline-related factors, institution-related factors, healthcare-related factors, and health information. A significant number of participants expressed dissatisfaction with the short timeframe allocated by the physiotherapist.
Conclusions: Multiple participants expressed dissatisfaction with their experience, particularly about the quality of explanations and the nature of the exercises provided. This emphasizes the importance of patient education, and physiotherapists should consider suggesting active interventions that the family, society, and culture can more easily accept. Accordingly, the formulation of future guidelines for nations like India should take into account these patient expectations and perspectives.
ВИКОРИСТАННЯ МОБІЛЬНОГО ЗАСТОСУНКУ ACTIONTRACK У ПІДГОТОВЦІ МАЙБУТНІХ ФАХІВЦІВ З МУЗЕЄЗНАВСТВА ТА ПАМ’ЯТКОЗНАВСТВА
Authors: Будчик Мирослава , Карпюк Аліна , Трофімук-Кирилова Тетяна , Чибирак Світлана
Published: December 2024

Modern trends are aimed at the integration of information and communication technologies into the educational process, in particular, thanks to the active use of mobile devices and relevant applications. Teachers can quickly disseminate information among students, provide them with access to various materials, as well as receive feedback from them, etc. The involvement of information and communication technologies forms practical skills and consolidates theoretical knowledge during the training of specialists, and for the specialty 027 “Museum studies, monument studies” at Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, which became the subject of the research. The article confirms the positive experience of using the ActionTrack, because the students created an excursion-tourist product using information and communication technologies and participated in its implementation. This testified that it allows students not only to improve digital competencies, but also to work in small groups (quest designers and excursionists) and build internal communication, improve spatial orientation skills, consolidate theoretical knowledge related to interpretation and actualization cultural heritage. The research analyzed the stages of development and implementation of a quest-excursion in the ActionTrack mobile app: obtaining access to the software; displaying the points of the excursion route on the online map and developing tasks for them in the application; making corrections regarding locations directly near cultural heritage objects; monitoring the performance of tasks and movement of participants during the quest. It was established that through the use of ActionTrack, the excursionists of the quest consolidate knowledge about the cultural environment, improve digital skills, and develop interest in the excursion using information and communication technologies. It has been proven that the use of the ActionTrack mobile application in the educational process is a successful form of work with students, which contributes to the improvement of their professional competencies, in particular, аbility to conduct innovative activities in museum affairs and monument preservation activities.
ВИКОРИСТАННЯ ПЛАТФОРМИ “ВСЕУКРАЇНСЬКА ШКОЛА ОНЛАЙН” В УМОВАХ ВОЄННОГО СТАНУ: РЕЗУЛЬТАТИ ВСЕУКРАЇНСЬКОГО ОПИТУВАННЯ
Authors: Литвинова Світлана , Сухіх Аліса , Мельник Оксана
Published: December 2024

У статті проаналізовано результати Всеукраїнського опитування вчителів “Цифрова трансформація закладів загальної середньої освіти України”, одним з аспектів якого є визначення ставлення вчителів до використання платформи “Всеукраїнська школа онлайн” (ВШО). Опитування з метою оцінки рівня задоволеності, використання та застосування в професійній діяльності освітніх матеріалів на платформі ВШО охопило вчителів закладів загальної середньої освіти різних регіонів України. Результати дослідження показали, що більшість учителів (65,8 %) використовують матеріали з ВШО у своїй освітній практиці, що демонструє високий рівень зацікавленості та готовності педагогів до впровадження цифрових ресурсів. Серед тих, хто ще не користується можливостями ВШО, більшість (70%) висловили бажання приєднатися до цієї платформи, що свідчить про потенціал для подальшого розширення аудиторії користувачів. Результати дослідження також показали, що хоча більшість учителів використовують матеріали з ВШО, деякі з них відзначили потребу в певному удосконаленню та розширенні контенту, що може сприяти підвищенню ефективності та якості освітнього процесу. Зазначено, що платформа ВШО є ключовим інструментом для реалізації дистанційного та змішаного навчання учнів 5-11 класів, що набуває особливої актуальності в умовах пандемії, воєнних дій та цифрової трансформації. Крім того, висвітлено перспективи впровадження новітніх технологій, таких як віртуальна та доповнена реальність, які можуть покращити процес навчання. Загальні показники свідчать про значний інтерес до використання онлайн-ресурсів у сучасних реаліях. У роботі за допомогою графічного представлення даних висвітлено ставлення вчителів до використання платформи ВШО та охарактеризовані основні виклики й перспективи подальшого розвитку платформи й впровадження матеріалів в освітній процес. Результати дослідження пропонують конкретні напрями покращення, а також відображають реальні потреби вчителів та учнів у сучасному освітньому середовищі. Аналіз дослідження вказує на важливість розвитку та використання цифрових технологій в освітньому процесі, а також на необхідність постійного оновлення та покращення освітніх платформ для забезпечення якісного навчання в умовах сучасних викликів.
TECHNOLOGICAL ENHANCEMENT OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF FUTURE TRANSLATORS: FOCUS ON LOCALIZATION
Authors: Golovatska Iuliia
Published: December 2024

Future translators need to be prepared for present-day circumstances to provide a localized international translation product that users worldwide will engage with equal vigor. The article highlights the author’s view on the technologization of professional training of future translators based on localization in the conditions of digitalization of higher linguistic education. To achieve the goal, various methods were used: a literature review (conducting a thorough review of the literature that includes current research, scientific articles, and methodologies on the technological enhancement of education); pedagogical practice analysis (identifying efficient digital technologies that demonstrate high efficiency and prevent educational losses, as well as analyzing successful practices of preparing aspiring translators for professional activities in general and localization in particular); and identification of effective digital technologies to improve education. In addition, a thorough comparison of digital technologies was conducted to assess their effectiveness in preparing future translators for localization. The study concluded that professional training should equip future translators with the skills to effectively use digital technologies in modern technological conditions, revolutionizing the training of translators through the digitization of translation education, with a special emphasis on localization. This approach improves educational progress by combining recursive and discursive paradigms, ensuring authenticity, promoting localization learning, and creating a transparent and flexible atmosphere in universities. The integration of digital technologies solves several important problems in education and guarantees its effectiveness: minimizing the time delay between exposure to new concepts and assessment of outcomes; the creation of a virtual and real foreign language environment that makes it possible to provide an individual learning trajectory focused on the abilities of students; improving control of knowledge, skills, and abilities; increasing the effectiveness of learning through interactivity, multimedia, and individualization.
THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING PHYSICS TO STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Pacala Frank Angelo
Published: December 2024

In recent years, incorporating technology into education for students with disabilities has significantly improved learning experiences and academic achievement. However, there remains a need for a deeper understanding of the most effective methods for using these technologies, particularly in physics education. This systematic review aims to consolidate research on the use of technology to support learning for students with disabilities, assess its effectiveness in improving educational outcomes, and identify areas for further study. The review focuses on the constructs, technological interventions, research gaps, limitations, and key findings from selected articles. The PRISMA framework was used to analyze research from databases, including EBSCO Host, Elsevier Science Direct, Emerald Insight, ProQuest, Google Scholar, ERIC, and Clarivate Analytics Web of Science. Out of 892 articles initially identified, 13 met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and validation from the experts. The most commonly studied disability was visual impairment, followed by intellectual disabilities. Most studies focused on learner achievement, with engagement and participation as secondary themes. The technologies used included assistive tools like web-based platforms, virtual and augmented reality (AR), and interactive learning systems. These adaptive technologies improved student involvement, social integration, and interest in science. Augmented reality, in particular, enhanced academic performance and knowledge retention, making it an effective tool for inclusive physics education. The findings indicate a growing trend towards integrating technology in inclusive education, emphasizing the role of personalized tools in improving accessibility and engagement for students with disabilities in physics.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE LEVEL OF DIGITAL COMPETENCES OF FUTURE TEACHERS IN POLAND AND UKRAINE
Authors: Rzońca Ewelina
Published: December 2024

Digital transformation requires continuous development from the individual, including the development of media competences. Effective education of the young generation requires teachers to have digital competences. On the other hand, teachers are prepared to work in the era of new technologies at universities, where students gain important knowledge and skills. Therefore, the author focused on the digital/media competences of pedagogy students. According to the Digital Competence of Educators [1], these include information and data skills, communication and collaboration, digital content creation, safety, and problem-solving. The article presents the results of its own research, which showed the level of media competence of pedagogy students in Poland and Ukraine and possible differences in this area noticeable in future teachers from the two European countries. 84 students from Ukraine and 102 from Poland participated took part in the survey. The questionnaire was developed on the basis of relevant sources and tools for examining the level of digital competence of teachers: Digital Competence of Educators [1], Simons, Meeus, Sas [2], Selfie for Teachers [3]. The questionnaire covered three areas: media use, media understanding and use, and media creation and transmission. A Likert scale from 1 to 5 was used. In the analysis of the collected data, the following tests were used: Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Mann-Whitney U. Statistical analysis of the obtained data allowed to confirm the hypothesis regarding the lack of statistically significant differences in the level of digital competences of future teachers. The results of the research indicated certain tendencies - a slightly higher level of media competence of students from Ukraine in terms of, m.in knowledge, knowledge of online communication tools with students, netiquette of the use of tools to communicate with colleagues. Therefore, future teachers from both countries are prepared for rational and selective use of media in their didactic and educational work. It is important to constantly supplement the study programs with content corresponding to technological, economic and socio-cultural development.