Community Gathering Research Articles

The COVID-19 pandemic, cultural heritage, and policy in Japan: implications of survey data

ABSTRACT The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted Japanese society, including its relationship with cultural heritage. This paper shares findings of a large-scale web-based survey conducted from January to February 2022, reaching over 10,000 respondents using a smartphone questionnaire system, aimed at answering the following questions: ‘What impact has the pandemic had on societies and local communities in Japan?’ and ‘What policies should be implemented to protect cultural heritage in response to this new situation in Japan?’. A cross-cutting analysis of the collected responses and respondent attributes was performed. The paper offers four recommendations for long- and short-term cultural heritage policies to enhance future protection. Firstly, it emphasizes increasing cultural heritage awareness, targeting youth and the economically disadvantaged. Secondly, it recommends a reassessment of the prevailing policy structures related to temples and shrines. This recognises the traditional role these institutions have played as community gathering places. Thirdly, it emphasizes supporting smaller, rural festivals with financial aid for repairs, promotions, and bridging migrant gaps. Finally, it suggests integrating the younger generation into the cultural heritage discourse through educational initiatives and digital resources, ensuring continued relevance and intergenerational connection to cultural heritage in Japan. These policy suggestions stand as the linchpin for perpetuating cultural heritage and fostering intergenerational engagement therein.

Manakiban tradition of Sayyidah Khadijah al-Kubra at Mushalla Daruttaqwa Samarinda, East Borneo, Indonesia

This paper examines the manaqib tradition of Umm al-Mu’minin, Sayyidah Khadijah al-Kubra in Mushalla Daruttaqwa, Sempaja, Samarinda. The tradition of occasionally reading manaqib has a historical context within the culture and psychology of the community and has produced definite behavioural changes in some or all aspects of the lives of those who engage in it. The manaqib tradition in Mushalla Daruttaqwa is held at ba’da maghrib on every 11th of the qamariyah month (Hijri year). This date is chosen as it coincides with the date of the death of Sayyidah Khadijah al-Kubra, namely on the 11th of Ramadan in the 10th year of the prophethood, three years before the Prophet’s migration to Yathrib (Medina). Sayyidah Khadijah died at the age of 65 when the Prophet was around 50 years old. This manaqib is conducted with sources that are in accordance with the guidance of Tuan Guru. The wisdom for the culture of our ancestors, provided it does not conflict with the texts of the Qur’an and Hadith, expects an abundance of blessings from Sayyidah Khadijah al-Kubra, including for people who love the auliya of Allah, especially the experts of the Prophet’s temple (ahl al-bayt). The activity also has elements and values of moral education, including as a forum for community gathering, as well as motivating children, in particular, to become part of the prosperity of violators and Islamic symbols.

Understanding knowledge, attitude and perception of Rift Valley fever in Baringo South, Kenya: A cross-sectional study.

Rift Valley fever (RVF) is a mosquito-borne viral hemorrhagic disease that affects humans and livestock. In Kenya, the disease has spread to new areas like Baringo County, with a growing realization that the epidemiology of the virus may also include endemic transmission. Local knowledge of a disease in susceptible communities is a major driver of prevention and control efforts. A cross-sectional survey using a semi-structured questionnaire was conducted in five locations of Baringo South that had reported RVF cases during the last outbreak, to determine the knowledge, attitude and perception of the predominantly agro-pastoralist community to RVF. Knowledge of RVF clinical signs, transmission, risk factors and prevention all contributed to the total knowledge score. Additionally, the respondents' attitude was based on their awareness of the threat posed by RVF and preparedness to take appropriate measures in case of suspected infection. Out of the 300 respondents, 80% had heard about the disease, however, only 9.6% attained at least half of the total knowledge score on RVF. Nevertheless, 86% recognized the threat it posed and knew the appropriate action to take in suspected human and livestock cases (positive attitude). Factors significantly associated with a better knowledge of RVF included higher education level, being Maasai, higher socio-economic index, old age and history of RVF in household members and livestock. Being Maasai and a higher socio-economic index were significantly associated with a positive attitude. The low level of knowledge exhibited by the respondents could be due to progressive loss of interest and information associated with a prolonged inter-outbreak period. This calls for regular awareness campaigns. More emphasis should also be put on educating communities on the role played by the mosquito vector in the epidemiology of RVF. The most promising routes of disseminating this information are radio and community gatherings.

PROJECT BASED LEARNING METHOD: TEACHING AND LEARNING BAHASA IN D-CLASS OF 2021 NURSING STUDY PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITAS BINA SEHAT PPNI MOJOKERTO

The application of project-based learning in the Indonesian Class D Class 2021 Study Program Nursing at Universitas Bina Sehat PPNI Mojokerto is described in this study. Project assignments focus on creating community service initiatives and gathering research based on the outcomes of service projects completed by students at their schools. The project organizes volunteer work for the community and gathers academic papers to help students develop their four language skills listening, speaking, reading, and writing so they are proficient in using Indonesian both orally and in writing. This study makes use of qualitative research techniques, which provide descriptive information via interviews, observations of people's behavior, or written or spoken statements from participants. Observation and documentation are two data collection methods. Both observation and documentation are methods of data acquisition. The researcher's analysis of the data is as follows: (1) Data compression In this process, the data are chosen based on their level of relevance and relationship to the data group. They are then gathered into one unit and coded. (2) presenting data through gathering pertinent data, and (3) drawing inferences to understand the significance of the sporadic symptoms. Based on the findings and discussion, it can be said that students successfully applied the project-based learning approach to language learning when they planned and carried out community service projects. They were also able to construct coherent and methodical scientific articles on the outcomes of their community service projects.

Parental Influences on Children’s Academics Work in the Era of COVID-19

The global spread of COVID-19 has caused disruptions in many aspects of our lives. Education systems worldwide have changed dramatically. Numerous countries have encouraged schools to shift to e-learning and, as a result, parental involvement in their children’s education has changed. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic upended family life around the world and with a lot for parents to navigate around. In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, countries took unprecedented steps in an effort to prevent and contain the spread of the virus. Some of these containment measures included closures of schools and childcare services, lockdown of working places, working remotely, and guidelines for physical distancing, suspension of community gatherings and recreation services including the church. It was horrifying and confusing for everybody, more so to the children and this led to the interest of the researcher. This study focused on parental influence / involvement in children’s education during the COVID-19 pandemic. The researcher was to explore the level of parental awareness of their roles in influencing academic work of their children. It was also to determine whether the demographic variable of parents has an effect on their awareness of their influence and hence their involvement in their children’s education. In addition, the study sought to examine what existing literature review had in the relation between parental awareness of their roles in academic work and involvement. An exploration of the parental awareness of their roles in academics among the low- income parents can provide valuable insight for assisting these stakeholders in academics The study was carried out in Ruiru subcounty, Kiambu county. Population for the study included 3 class teachers in primary school in class six, five and four. 30 Parents with children in class four, five and six respectively and their children. The Intensity Sampling Technique was used in this research study. Open ended and closed questionnaires were used for parents and teachers and interview guide for children. which realized Qualitative and quantitative data.
 Qualitative method was used to gauge parental awareness of their roles and influence on academic work. The results revealed that parental educational level and employment/occupation had greater impact on parental awareness of their influence and involvement. Results indicated that most parents were not conversant with the curriculums, very few visited the schools to follow-up on their children’s performance and were not sure that their involvement influenced children’s academic work positively or negatively. The findings, suggested that parents should grow more awareness of their influence on academic work, It was also recommended that parents should take an active role in assisting their children’s education at school and at home since they are very significant in children’s academic work. Polices on education should be clear on the role of parents in academic work other than fronteering children to schools and paying tuition fees

The Use of Graphic Facilitation to Support Adherence to OCAP® Principles in Research With Indigenous Communities

Graphic facilitation is a creative, robust visual communication process and tool that can be used by researchers for several benefits including improving data integrity; mitigating barriers between researchers and participants; promoting participants’ ownership of data, decision-making, and creativity; and, co-creating knowledge, which is of particular interest among certain cultures and in some contexts. For Indigenous Peoples who traditionally use visual, oral, and narrative modalities as primary forms of communication, graphic facilitation is a methodology that aligns well with these modes of communicating. In this article, we describe our use of graphic facilitation in a community-led project exploring Indigenous parents’ perceptions of community strengths, needs and priorities related to healthy early childhood development and optimal parenting. In collaboration with the Indigenous Friendship Centre in Hamilton, Canada, we held a Community Gathering that was facilitated by a graphic artist experienced in working with the Indigenous community; the findings resulting from the Gathering are presented. We discuss how researchers can use graphic facilitation as a tool to ensure adherence to the OCAP® principles of data ownership, control, access, and possession for the Indigenous community and describe the potential for mitigating power imbalances. Finally, considerations for researchers contemplating using graphic facilitation as a tool for research projects with Indigenous people and communities are presented.

Participation in Community Gathering Places and Subsequent Health and Well-Being: An Outcome-Wide Analysis

Abstract Background and Objectives Evidence remains inadequate regarding the benefits of participation in community gathering places, which is Japan’s primary strategy for preventing functional disability in older adults, in other domains of health and well-being. This longitudinal study examined the associations of participation in community gathering places with an array of subsequent health and well-being outcomes among older adults. Research Design and Methods We used 3-wave data (2013, 2016, and 2019) from Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study (n = 5 879 or 4 232 depending on the outcome). Our exposure was participation in community gathering places in 2016. We assessed 34 health/well-being outcomes in 2019 across 6 domains. We adjusted for pre-baseline covariates including prior outcome values in 2013. Results Compared with nonparticipation, participation in community gathering places was associated with some outcomes in the following 3 domains: physical/cognitive health (better higher-level functional capacity), social well-being (more frequent participation in hobby groups, senior citizens clubs, learning or cultural groups, and seeing more friends within a month), and prosocial/altruistic behaviors (more frequent participation in volunteering; after Bonferroni correction as p < .0015, .05/34). Discussion and Implications Evidence was mixed and more modest for the outcomes in three other domains, mental health, psychological well-being, and health behaviors. Promoting participation in community gathering places may not only fulfill its original goal (ie, preventing functional disability) but also enhance other domains of human well-being, potentially by increasing social interactions.

An inventory of birds and extent of damage to rice farms at the Kpong Irrigation Dam in the Lower Volta Basin, Ghana

This study aimed to assess the incidence of birds raiding rice fields in the Kpong Irrigation Dam area of Ghana. Structured questionnaires were used to interview rice farmers in order to identify the bird species involved, quantify the economic losses incurred, and determine the mitigation measures employed by farmers. The main bird species identified as actively raiding rice fields were Ploceus cucullatus, Ploceus nigerrimus, Spermestes cucullatus, Spermestes bicolor, Quelea erythrops, and Dendrocygna viduata. The economic loss associated with bird raiding was estimated to range from 1,000.00 GHC (124.61 USD) to 1,500.00 GHC (186.92 USD), considering an exchange rate of 8.06 GHC to 1.00 USD at the time of the study. Additionally, farmers incurred 20.00 GHC in daily overhead labour costs to prevent bird raiding. Bird raiding on rice fields not only caused substantial economic losses but also had unintended social consequences. These included increased students’ absence from school and farmers' inability to attend and participate in family, community, and other social gatherings. The study highlights the need for practical and efficient methods to mitigate the effects of bird raiding. Given the significant economic and social impacts, it is crucial to develop strategies that effectively reduce bird raiding in rice fields.

Creating access to SARS-CoV-2 screening and testing through community-based COVID-19 case-finding, observations from cross-sectional studies in Lesotho and Zambia.

The health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic largely depends on the ability of the healthcare systems to develop effective and adaptable preparedness and mitigation strategies. A collaborative initiative (BRCCH-EDCTP COVID-19 Initiative) was set up between Lesotho and Zambia early on in the pandemic, to jointly conduct a project to investigate creating access to SARS-CoV-2 screening and testing through community-based COVID-19 case-finding. Two different community case-finding strategies were deployed. In Lesotho, an approach was implemented whereby a community (village) health worker screened community members at their home or during community gatherings for COVID-19 signs and symptoms. All community members who screened positive were then offered SARS-CoV-2 testing. In Zambia, so-called community hubs, staffed by community health care workers, were set up at different locations in the community for people to walk in and get tested for SARS-CoV-2. Hubs changed location from week-to-week and targeted transmission hotspots. All persons visiting the hubs were offered testing for SARS-CoV-2 irrespective of self-reported signs and symptoms of COVID-19 though information was collected on occurrence of these. Testing in both approaches was done using SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen tests. Setting up testing in the community setting was feasible in both countries. In Lesotho in the village health worker approach, over a period of 46 weeks, 7221 persons were screened, and 49 (11.4%) SARS-COV-2 cases identified among 428 COVID-19 screen positive participants. In the community hubs among 3150 people tested, 166 (5.3%) SARS-CoV-2 cases were identified in a period of 26 weeks. From the community hubs approach, where all seen were offered COVID-19 testing it was learned that people screening positive for COVID-19 signs and symptoms were more likely to test SARS-COV-2 positive, especially those reporting classic COVID-19 symptoms like loss of sense/smell for a short period of time (1-3 days). In conclusion, in this project we learned that implementing COVID-19 screening and testing by lay health workers in the community is possible. Characteristics of the population screened, tested, and identified to have SARS-CoV-2 are described to help guide development of future testing strategies.

Understanding the Spatial Distribution and Behavior of Elderly Residents in Age-Friendly Communities: An Analysis of Outdoor Space Features in Hangzhou, China

In the context of an aging population and the rise of age-friendly communities, the creation of outdoor spaces that cater to the daily needs of elderly residents, promote their physical and mental well-being, and strengthen their sense of community is a pressing matter requiring immediate attention and solutions. This study focuses on boosting the outdoor space of communities that are age-friendly. The research sample consists of four age-friendly communities in the representative city of Hangzhou. Aerial and ground surveys were carried out to examine the spatial distribution and behavioral tendencies of elderly citizens in outdoor community gathering locations. A GoPro MAX panoramic camera and a weather meter were utilized to evaluate the outside space’s landscape components, spatial attributes, and microclimate. Using Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression analyses, we discovered the key parameters impacting the spatial gathering and behaviors of elderly residents in age-friendly communities’ outdoor spaces. When constructing outdoor gathering spaces for the elderly, our findings indicate that weatherproof amenities, a greater variety of pavers, and greenery should be prioritized. Community fitness facilities should be considered throughout the development and refurbishment phases for activity areas. Consideration should also be given to the construction of weatherproof facilities with less walls and increased hard surface areas for chess spaces.

Staphylococcal Food Poisoning Outbreak from a Community Gathering, Wang Nuea District, Lampang Province, Northern Thailand, July 2022

On 17 Jul 2022, the Thailand Department of Disease Control was notified about a food poisoning cluster related to a local funeral. We investigated to identify epidemiological characteristics of the outbreak, determine sources, and provide recommendations. A descriptive study and a retrospective cohort analysis were performed. Suspected cases were funeral participants or their household members who had at least one of the following: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or bloody mucous stool during 17–20 Jul 2022. We used multiple logistic regression and transformed the adjusted odds ratio (AOR) to the adjusted risk ratio (ARR). We interviewed chefs and inspected the kitchen. Clinical specimens and food samples were sent for bacteria culture. Three hundred eighteen cases were identified. Ten patients (3.1%) had a shock; three had a septic shock; none died. The median age was 58 (range 47–66). The pork in the lunch boxes (ARR 7.80, 95% CI 0.75–81.34) was the most likely source. Improper food storage and cross-contamination risk were recognized. This outbreak was due to S. aureus with enterotoxin genes A and C, which were isolated from patients, food, and food handlers. Safety standards should be monitored, particularly in large community gatherings where the elderly attend.

Tantangan Implementasi Corporate Social Responsibility Perusahaan Saat Pandemi Covid-19 Tahun 2020-2022

During the current Covid-19 pandemic, many sectors were paralyzed and affected and affected the people's economy during the pandemic. CSR as a form of company activity has become a breath of fresh air for the community during the increasing number of the Covid-19 pandemic that has entered Indonesia. The discussion of this research aims to determine the obstacles to corporate social responsibility (CSR) faced by PT Vale Indonesia Tbk while implementing the CSR program to strengthen local communities in dealing with the COVID-19 outbreak. The population taken from this research is PT Vale Indonesia's CSR report during the pandemic, while the sample is PT Vale Indonesia's CSR report for 2020-2022. This type of research uses a qualitative approach with the case study method. The results of the study show that there are three challenges that hinder the CSR program and three implementations found in the company's CSR program. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, several of these aspects have hindered the sustainability of PT Vale Indonesia's CSR program, namely Community Development and Empowerment (PPM). Where this program wants to involve the community gathering in large numbers for a local event, as well as the existence of licensing barriers from the local government. Overall, the community has greatly benefited from the PPM program during the pandemic and this program has received broad support from the communities within the area.

Mask recognition in computer vision technology

In order to lessen the strain on employees and the potential for carelessness, intelligent identification is required in China where there is a scarcity of staff to monitor the wearing of masks in public areas. In this work, we use a mask recognition technique to determine which members of the population weren't wearing masks by using the CNN and the VGG16 model. The ideas of data augmentation, dropout, non malicious, and transfer learning are used in the proposed study. This method may be used at hospitals, retail centers, transit hubs, dining establishments, and other community gatherings that require monitoring.

Capturing and Documenting the Wider Health Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic Through the Remember Rebuild Saskatchewan Initiative: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Interdisciplinary Project.

In the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, the global COVID-19 pandemic appeared amidst existing social health challenges in food insecurity, housing precarity and homelessness, poor mental health, and substance misuse. These chronic features intersected with the pandemic, producing a moment in time when the urgency of COVID-19 brought attention to underlying shortcomings in public health services. The objectives of the program of research are (1) to identify and measure relationships between the pandemic and wider health and social impacts, namely, food insecurity, housing precarity and homelessness, and mental health and substance use in Saskatchewan, and (2) to create an oral history of the pandemic in Saskatchewan in an accessible digital public archive. We are using a mixed methods approach to identify the impacts of the pandemic on specific equity-seeking groups and areas of social health concern by developing cross-sectional population-based surveys and producing results based on statistical analysis. We augmented the quantitative analysis by conducting qualitative interviews and oral histories to generate more granular details of people's experiences of the pandemic. We are focusing on frontline workers, other service providers, and individuals within equity-seeking groups. We are capturing digital evidence and social media posts; we are collecting and organizing key threads using a free open-source research tool, Zotero, to trace the digital evidence of the pandemic in Saskatchewan. This study is approved by the Research Ethics Board at the University of Saskatchewan (Beh-1945). Funding for this program of research was received in March and April 2022. Survey data were collected between July and November 2022. The collection of oral histories began in June 2022 and concluded in March 2023. In total, 30 oral histories have been collected at the time of this writing. Qualitative interviews began in April 2022 and will continue until March 2024. Survey analysis began in January 2023, and results are expected to be published in mid-2023. All data and stories collected in this work are archived for preservation and freely accessible on the Remember Rebuild Saskatchewan project's website. We will share results in academic journals and conferences, town halls and community gatherings, social and digital media reports, and through collaborative exhibitions with public library systems. The pandemic's ephemeral nature poses a risk of us "forgetting" this moment and the attendant social inequities. These challenges inspired a novel fusion among health researchers, historians, librarians, and service providers in the creation of the Remember Rebuild Saskatchewan project, which focuses on preserving the legacy of the pandemic and capturing data to support an equitable recovery in Saskatchewan. DERR1-10.2196/46643.

Advances in Physics of Semiconductors

It is my pleasure to write this preface to the Special Section in the May 2023 issue of pss(b), dedicated to the collection of selected works presented during the 35th International Conference on Physics of Semiconductors (ICPS) held in Sydney, Australia in 2022. It was one of the first meetings post the pandemic and it was wonderful to see the community gathering physically together. The ICPS series traditionally encompasses a variety of topics spanning device physics, quantum technologies, spin physics, wide bandgap materials, light–matter interactions, and other branches of materials science, physics and engineering. The collection to follow offers a glimpse into what has been presented, and showcases the excellent science undertaken around the globe. A growing interest in the scientific community is currently evolving around van der Waals crystals, and other two-dimensional systems. It is therefore no surprise, several works focus on these topics – discussing various excitonic, photonic, magnetic, and terahertz properties. Various spin phenomena effects are also discussed in traditional semiconductors such as GaAs/GaN and SiGe. Works on plasmonic gap cavities and electroluminescence as well as theoretical calculations of electronic structures are also included. The ICPS series has been continuously going now for over 70 years, one of the longest running conference series in the world. As we are preparing for the next meeting in Ottawa, Canada, the collection of papers should inspire our junior colleagues, that not only semiconductor physics is here to stay, but in fact, it is a multi-disciplinary and burgeoning field of research.

Paddling Together: Water Trails as Innovative Public Health Strategies.

Blueways can help improve health and quality-of-life by providing places for exercise, recreation, and community gatherings. The Rouge River Watershed is an industrialized region in Southeast Michigan with high rates of chronic disease and historic disinvestment in social and environmental conditions. The purpose of this article is to describe the process taken to develop an equitable, community-driven vision and approach for developing a water trail along the Lower Rouge River and to identify the key elements that emerged. Project leaders incorporated community-driven planning, community outreach, and community ownership strategies. The Rouge River Water Trail Leadership Committee engages the public, those affected by decisions, with a transparent, fact-based process. The public is given equal status and shares decision-making authority. This approach led to the development of a Water Trail Strategic Plan, community-informed recommendations for capital improvements, development of key relationships, and coalitions that provide a vehicle for ongoing community engagement and ownership. Five main elements, considered through an equity lens, go into building a water trail: (1) creating access points, (2) water quality monitoring, (3) woody debris management, (4) signage, and (5) developing a safety plan. Water trail development should consist of (1) environmental change through the creation of access points and safe, navigable waterways and (2) opportunities to utilize the infrastructure through programming and initiatives to make the trail accessible to all communities.

BUSINESS PLAN : RENCANA PENDIRIAN EVENT ORGANIZER

Opportunities for business services for organizing activities that are increasingly widespread and developing, either as activity planners or activity organizers. Here preparations that must be made to conduct events such as community gathering, music concert, wedding, and corporate events are discussed. The objective of this study is to determine strategies that will be realized based on the analyses on the related aspects in order to develop and to face competition in event organizing business in Bojonegoro. This qualitative descriptive research uses primary data obtained from observations and interviews and secondary data compiled from relevant literature. This study finds that the business planning has met the necessary aspects such as analysis of customer’s interest, support from the government, the availability of other companies for partnership purposes, planning workflow and event execution, analyses on competitors of the same field of industry, required service variations, form of partnership agreements, business legality, and analyses of sponsors from other companies as the supporting parties for the organization of an event.

Supporting Healthy Aging and Older Adult Health: The Role of State and Territorial Health Agencies.

Supporting Healthy Aging and Older Adult Health: The Role of State and Territorial Health Agencies.

Variable patterns of daily activity participation across settings in autistic youth: A latent profile transition analysis.

What people do or engage in in their daily lives, or daily life participation, is often linked to their state of being happy and healthy, as well as potential for living independently. To date, little research has been conducted on daily activity participation by autistic youth at home, at school or in the community. Learning more about individual differences in participation levels and what might influence them can help to create custom supports for autistic youth and their families. In this study, 158 caregivers of autistic youth were asked how often their children took part in 25 common activities at two assessments, about one year apart. The analysis showed three profiles for each of the home and school settings and two profiles for the community setting. These profiles reflected distinct patterns in how often autistic youth took part in various daily activities, particularly in doing homework, school club activities and community gatherings. Most autistic youth were in profiles marked by often taking part at home but less often at school and in the community, and about three-fourths of them tended to stay in the same profile over time. Autistic youth with limited participation profiles were more likely to have lower scores on measures of cognitive ability and daily life skills and more challenging behaviour, and faced more barriers in their environment. These findings show how important it is to think about each autistic person's strengths and weaknesses, and changing needs, to better support their daily life participation.

Anomaly detection for fault detection in wireless community networks using machine learning

Machine learning has received increasing attention in computer science in recent years and many types of methods have been proposed. In computer networks, little attention has been paid to the use of ML for fault detection, the main reason being the lack of datasets. This is motivated by the reluctance of network operators to share data about their infrastructure and network failures. In this paper, we attempt to fill this gap using anomaly detection techniques to discern hardware failure events in wireless community networks. For this purpose we use 4 unsupervised machine learning, ML, approaches based on different principles. We have built a dataset from a production wireless community network, gathering traffic and non-traffic features, e.g. CPU and memory. For the numerical analysis we investigated the ability of the different ML approaches to detect an unprovoked gateway failure that occurred during data collection. Our numerical results show that all the tested approaches improve to detect the gateway failure when non-traffic features are also considered. We see that, when properly tuned, all ML methods are effective to detect the failure. Nonetheless, using decision boundaries and other analysis techniques we observe significant different behavior among the ML methods.