Assessment of mechanical properties and durability of compressed mud bricks stabilized with stone dust, wheat straw, and cement by Yaqin Chen, Muhammad Saqib, Khan Shahzada, Mohammad Aizaz, Akhtar Gul

“…This study addressed the global challenge of developing sustainable and affordable construction materials, particularly in resource-constrained regions. This research aim was to enhance the mechanical properties and durability of compressed mud bricks through a partial replacement technique by incorporating locally available materials like stone dust, wheat straw, and cement. …”
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HEVERL – Viewport Estimation Using Reinforcement Learning for 360-degree Video Streaming by Nguyen Viet Hung, Pham Tien Dat, Nguyen Tan, Nguyen Anh Quan, Le Thi Huyen Trang, Le Mai Nam

“…These improvements highlight the potential of our model to significantly enhance the viewing experience in virtual reality environments, making 360-degree video streaming more efficient and user-friendly.…”
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Proportion of Ophthalmic Self-Medication and Associated Factors among Adult Ophthalmic Patients Attending Borumeda Hospital, Dessie, Northeast Ethiopia by Nebiyat Feleke Adimassu, Zemed Guchma Woldetsadik, Haile Woretaw Alemu

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Nano urea’s environmental edge and economic efficacy in boosting wheat grain yield across diverse Indian agro-climates by S. C. Tripathi, Nitesh Kumar, Karnam Venkatesh

“…In conclusion, environmentally friendly practices such as two sprays of nano urea or 5% urea combined with 75% RDN present promising alternatives for Indian farmers seeking to enhance wheat grain yield. …”
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Adaptation variation of easiness on environmental, social, and governance components in the selected sustainability developments by F.R. Sutikno, N.A. Sasongko, I.N. Djarot, H.S. Dillon

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Management of the Striga epidemics in pearl millet production: a review by Armel Rouamba, Hussein Shimelis, Inoussa Drabo, Kwame Wilson Shamuyarira, Emmanuel Mrema

“…Br.) is a drought-resilient and nutritious staple food crop widely cultivated in arid and semi-arid regions. Worldwide, pearl millet is ranked the 6th most widely produced cereal crop after wheat, rice, maize, barley, and sorghum, with a total production of 30.5 million tons on 32.1 million hectares. …”
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Effectiveness of the Local Natural Methods of Extending Fruit Shelf Life in Selected Cooler Parts of Uganda. by Mwesigye, Deus

“…Designing natural environmentally friendly techniques like treatment with conc. NaCl and applying aloe vera gel on the surface of avocados in a safer and health-conscious manner is paramount. …”
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Chemical composition and insecticidal potential of botanical fractionation extracts for the management of Sitophilus zeamais Motschulsky, 1855 (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) in stored... by Fikadu Kifle, Melaku Girma, Araya Gebresilassie, Yitbarek Woldehawariat, Estifanos Ele

“…The findings can contribute to developing eco-friendly, safer and more sustainable alternatives to synthetic chemical insecticides.…”
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Spatial-Temporal Variation and Driving Forces of Carbon Storage at the County Scale in China Based on a Gray Multi-Objective Optimization-Patch-Level Land Use Simulation-Integrated... by Gui Chen, Qingxia Peng, Qiaohong Fan, Wenxiong Lin, Kai Su

“…The results can serve to provide scientific support for carbon balance management and climate adaptation strategies at the county scale while also offering case studies that can inform similar regions around the world. However, several limitations remain, as follows: the singularity of carbon density data, and the research scope being confined to small-scale mountainous forest ecosystems. …”
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Predicting ixodid tick distribution in Tamil Nadu domestic mammals using ensemble species distribution models by Ayyanar Elango, Hari Kishan Raju, Ananganallur Nagarajan Shriram, Ashwani Kumar, Manju Rahi

“…The SSDM package is very useful and user-friendly graphical user interface for modelling the distribution of tick species. …”
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GravIS: mass anomaly products from satellite gravimetry by C. Dahle, E. Boergens, I. Sasgen, I. Sasgen, T. Döhne, S. Reißland, H. Dobslaw, V. Klemann, M. Murböck, M. Murböck, R. König, R. König, R. Dill, M. Sips, U. Sylla, A. Groh, M. Horwath, F. Flechtner, F. Flechtner

“…These mass change data, available in both a gridded representation and as time series for predefined regions, are routinely updated when new monthly GRACE/-FO gravity field models become available. …”
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New Information and Communication Technologies for climate services: Evidence from farmers in Ada East District, Ghana by Rebecca Sarku, Famous Addi, Emmanuel M.N.A.N. Attoh

“…Policy interventions should ensure equitable access to these technologies across all regions, especially targeting under-served and rural areas. …”
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IGJR 1/2020: Housing crisis: How can we improve the situation for young people? by IF and FRFG

“…How can urbanisation and the housing market become more environmentally friendly? • Another solution is to use existing housing stock more efficiently. …”
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IGJR 1/2020: Housing crisis: How can we improve the situation for young people? by IF and FRFG

“…How can urbanisation and the housing market become more environmentally friendly? • Another solution is to use existing housing stock more efficiently. …”
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