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Through a comparative case study, Sheridan and colleagues explore how makerspaces may function as learning environments. Drawing on field observations, interviews, and analysis of artifacts, videos, and other documents, the authors describe features of three makerspaces and how participants learn and develop through complex design and making practices. They describe how the makerspaces help individuals identify problems, build models, learn and apply skills, revise ideas, and share new knowledge with others. The authors conclude with a discussion of the implications of their findings for this emergent field.

Last-mile logistics is both a source and cause of problems in urban areas, especially problems related to traffic congestion, unsustainable delivery modes, and limited parking availability. In this context, multiple sustainable logistics solutions have been proposed. We focus on micro-depots (MDs), which can function as a consolidation center and a collection-and-delivery point for business-to-consumer (B2C) small parcels. This paper presents a new research idea that extends the existing MD solution by introducing the concept of a shared MD network with parcel lockers. Such networks enable multiple logistics service providers (LSPs) and/or business partners to use an MD while minimizing their individual costs and optimizing the use of urban space. We present case studies of such shared MD networks operating in the cities of Helsinki and Helmond. We provide a framework for auxiliary businesses that can exploit the existing MD structure to offer services to the surrounding population. Finally, we define metrics for evaluating the success of shared MD networks while considering social, environmental and economic objectives. The case studies highlight the complexity of implementing such a solution; it requires stakeholders’ involvement and collaboration. In particular, deciding on the location for a shared MD network is a critical phase, since local authorities have their own regulations, and residents’ preferences are usually different than LSPs’ ones. Nevertheless, if these challenges are overcome, this sustainable last-mile logistics solution has a promising future.

During the years of political violence in Northern Ireland many looked to schools to contribute to reconciliation. A variety of interventions were attempted throughout those years, but there was little evidence that any had produced systemic change. The peace process provided an opportunity for renewed efforts. This paper outlines the experience of a series of projects on 'shared education', or the establishment of collaborative networks of Protestant, Catholic and integrated schools in which teachers and pupils moved between schools to take classes and share experiences. The paper outlines the genesis of the idea and the research which helped inform the shape of the shared education project. The paper also outlines the corpus of research which has examined various aspects of shared education practice and lays out the emergent model which is helping to inform current government practice in Northern Ireland, and is being adopted in other jurisdictions. The paper concludes by looking at the prospects for real transformation of education in Northern Ireland.

This study aims to promote camping as a healthy leisure culture rather than a passing trend. A literature review, expert interviews, and consultations were conducted to identify key factors influencing campers’ choice of campgrounds. The analytic hierarchy process (AHP) analysis was employed to determine the level of priority of these factors. The results showed that campers value facilities, operating hours, fees, and facility stability when selecting campgrounds. Facilities include camping grounds, shared facilities, and convenience amenities. Operating services encompass human services, reservation systems, and usage hours. Fees comprise price utility, charged services, and payment methods. Facility stability encompasses emergency response, firefighting facilities, and campground hygiene. The AHP analysis revealed that campers prioritize camping grounds and common facilities among facilities and campsite hygiene and firefighting facilities among facility stability. Human services, reservation systems, and reasonable fees were also found to be important. The findings highlight the need for effective facility management, safety measures, appropriate human services, and reasonable fees to encourage camping.

In recent years, shared facilities have contributed substantially to increased access to sanitation in urban areas. While shared sanitation is often the only viable option in densely-populated, low-income urban areas, it is currently considered a “limited\" solution by the international community. In this paper, we analyze the conditions under which shared sanitation could be considered of adequate quality and propose a set of indicators associated with sanitation quality to be included in national household surveys. We conducted a survey with 3600 households and 2026 observational spot-checks of shared and individual household toilets in Kisumu (Kenya), Kumasi (Ghana), and Dhaka (Bangladesh). We develop a composite sanitation quality outcome measure based on observational data. Using regression analysis, we identify self-reported indicators that correlate with the spot-checked composite measure and are, therefore, robust with regard to reporting bias. Results show that (pour-) flush toilets are a highly informative indicator for sanitation quality compared to other toilet technologies. In contrast to previous arguments and depending on the context, sharing a toilet has a comparatively lower correlation with sanitation quality. Toilets still show good quality if shared among only 2–3 households. Toilet location and lighting, as well as the presence of a lockable door, are equally strong indicators for sanitation quality and could serve as alternative indicators. The findings suggest that the sanitation service levels defined by the WHO and UNICEF might be reconsidered to better capture the quality of sanitation facilities in low-income urban settlements.

The academic and research staff housed in the facility will approach the project from a usability framework, considering their immediate research and pedagogical needs, likely without recognition or understanding of the ownership cost to the institution or the impacts across non-academic functional areas. Applications Beyond Health Care: While translational research is often associated with health care, IDT applies its principles across various fields, including education, environmental science, urban planning, and technology development. Spanning Silos and Improving Interdisciplinary Outcomes The goals of ITD include: * Creating flexible and adaptive research spaces and design facilities that can be easily tailored to the needs of various interdisciplinary teams, with modular furniture, reconfigurable lab spaces, and shared equipment areas * Incorporating technology that facilitates working together in person and remotely, such as high-quality video conferencing and data visualization systems, shared software tools, and augmented and virtual reality environments for exploring data and models * Supporting virtual collaboration by developing robust digital infrastructure, including secure data-sharing platforms, project management tools, and technology-rich lab environments * Ensuring that technology solutions are accessible and user-friendly for researchers from all disciplines and possibly offering training and support to lower barriers to use ITD enhances group effort and communication between stakeholders from separate disciplines. Research by Kraut and Egido showed that by collocating research and learning spaces, proximity increased the frequency of interactions regardless of discipline (Figure 4).7 A significant benefit of ITD is its emphasis on efficiently using resources.

This study aims to analyse opportunities and challenges faced by the existing cold storage units of Jalandhar district of Punjab. Primary data was collected from the owners of 50 cold storage units in Jalandhar district of Punjab. The collected data were analysed using statistical tools such as mean frequency, percentage, and one-sample t-test. Results of study revealed that major opportunities in a cold storage business were an increase in the demand for off-season produce (4.34) and better chances for the stored produce to deliver at national market (4.24). Challenges faced by a cold storage were unavailability of labour (3.86), its high financial cost, high power requirements by the machinery and higher repairing cost of machine, and high payment periods (3.74).

This study adopted correlational   design to established the relationship between personal hygiene practices (in term of oral hygiene and body hygiene) and perceived health status of University of Calabar team sports, Nigeria.  Two research questions    were posed   which were translated   into two null hypotheses.  The population for the study consists   of all the 120 students in   team sports which include football, basketball, volley ball, hand ball   in University of Calabar   of which   a sample of 120 athletes was used through   Census approach.  The instruments titled “Personal hygiene and perceived health status questionnaire” was   developed by the researcher and validated by experts and used for data collection. The reliability of the   questionnaire   using Alpha Cronbach   Method   gives an average   index of 88.  The hypotheses were tested using   Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient at .05 level of significance.. The findings of the study revealed that   personal hygiene practices (in term of oral   hygiene and body hygiene) significantly relate   with   perceived health status of athletes   in University of Calabar, Nigeria.  It was therefore concluded that health status of athletes   in team sport University of Calabar    depends   on    their oral   hygiene and body hygiene. Based on finding and conclusion of the study, it was recommended amongst   others that sport managers should Implement educational programs focused on the importance of personal hygiene, specifically targeting oral and body hygiene practices in order   to maintain good hygiene and health status.    

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate which critical success factors (CSFs) influence interaction on campuses as identified by the facility directors (FDs) of Dutch university campuses and to discuss how these compare with the literature. Design/methodology/approach All 13 Dutch university campus FDs were interviewed (office and walking interview), focussing on CSFs relating to spaces and services that facilitate interaction. Open coding and thematic analysis resulted in empirically driven categories indicated by the respondents. Similarities and differences between the CSFs as previously identified in the literature are discussed. Findings The following categories emerged: constraints, motivators, designing spaces, designing services, building community and creating coherence. The campus is seen as a system containing subsystems and is itself part of a wider system (environment), forming a layered structure. Constraints and motivators are part of the environment but cannot be separated from the other four categories, as they influence their applicability. Research limitations/implications This study was limited to interviews with FDs and related staff. The richness of the findings shows that this was a relevant and efficient data collection strategy for the purpose of this study. Practical implications By viewing the campus as an open system, this study puts the practical applicability of CSFs into perspective yet provides a clear overview of CSFs related to campus interaction that may be included in future campus design policies. Social implications This (more) complete overview of CSFs identified in both literature and practice will help FDs, policymakers and campus designers to apply these CSFs in their campus designs. This improved campus design would increase the number of knowledge sharing interactions, contributing to innovation and valorisation. This could create a significant impact in all research fields, such as health, technology or well-being, benefitting society as a whole. Originality/value This study provides a comprehensive overview and comparison of CSFs from both literature and practice, allowing more effective application of CSFs in campus design policies. A framework for future studies on CSFs for interaction on campuses is provided.

Digitisation of natural science collections is fundamental to the vision for the Distributed System of Scientific Collections (DiSSCo), and given the low proportion of collections digitally accessible, it is proposed that ‘Centres of Excellence’ be developed to accelerate the creation of digital copies of original specimens. Within the ICEDIG project, a team of scientists from across the consortium explored the concept of Centres of Excellence and have constructed a toolset to help identify these centres to support the development of DiSSCo. This report documents this process and describes the toolset.