Editorial Team Research Articles

Building digital literacy through exploration and curation of emerging technologies

People readily consume an ever-growing range of emerging technologies while largely unaware of their lack of control over the impact that such networking, devices, data, and processes have on their lives. Since college-educated people are huge consumers of digital products and are expected to participate in networked learning, it is critical to foster student development of an expanded understanding of digital literacy. To address this challenge, we have created instructional materials for instructor and student use of the internationally known repository, “Fabric” of Digital Life (https://fabricofdigitallife.com/). This research comes as the result of collaboration between the University of Minnesota’s Emerging Technology Research Collaboratory (ETRC, https://etrc.umn.edu/), a research group for investigating emerging technologies, and Fabric of Digital Life (https://fabricofdigitallife.com/) and its affiliated Decimal Research Lab at Ontario Tech University. Together, functioning as a collaborative in support of networked learning, we invite and facilitate research on building student digital literacy through examination, contribution, and/or curation of collections regarding emerging technologies. From Spring 2019 to the present, 13 instructors and associated students across nine institutions have developed and are using a set of instructional materials for student exploration and/or curation of collections in this repository. This paper documents initial instructor discussion and study of student development of digital literacy as a result of use and/or curation of Fabric collections on emerging technologies and the discourses surrounding them. We are beginning to study the abilities that students draw upon when exploring the collections and when determining which artifacts might be included in current collections as well as new collections that might be developed. Collaborative interaction with the editorial team at Ontario Tech University not only enhanced the repository content and development of instructional resources, it also further evolved the metadata for Fabric for external users and the public. At its core, this research examines the potential development of digital literacy through the act of exploring and curating collections on emerging technologies. Critical to this core is the networked learning collaborative in place to foster and support this work.

Starting a new era for quantum technologies: In conversation with the deputy EiCs and the managing editor

AbstractFirst of all, we want to thank all of our readers, authors and reviewers on behalf of the editing team behind IET Quantum Communication for your support ever since the creation of this journal in 2019.

EDITORIAL

In the dynamic realm of academic publishing, embracing change is crucial. Beginning in its issue 46.1, International Sports Studies (ISS) is transitioning from a subscription-based model to a fully open-access platform, enhancing inclusivity and scholarly collaboration. This shift addresses the barriers posed by traditional paywalls, enabling unrestricted access to high-quality research for all, especially those from underfunded institutions and developing nations. The new model emphasizes transparency, replicability, and public engagement in scientific research. To sustain rigorous peer review under open access, ISS has implemented a socialized Article Processing Charge (APC) system and substantial discount programs for scholars from low-income regions. This transition aligns with global trends toward open science, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment. ISS extends gratitude to its editorial team and reviewers, whose efforts are vital in this transformative journey, heralding a new era dedicated to the free flow of knowledge.

From Other Journals: A Review of Recent Articles by Our Editorial Team.

In this review we provide a brief description of recently published articles addressing topics relevant to pediatric cardiologists. Our hope is to provide a summary of the latest articles published recently in other journals in our field. The articles address: 1- The use of AI in fetal echocardiography, 2- The role of Apixaban in thromboembolism prevention in pediatric congenital heart disease, 3- Cardiovascular events in childhood cancer survivors, and lastly 4- the new consensus statement on cardiac catheterization for pediatrics and adults with congenital heart disease.

Preface

The 7th International Symposium of Sustainable Landscape Development Bogor, August 8th - 9th 2023 It is with great pleasure that we present the proceedings of the 7th International Symposium of Sustainable Landscape Development (ISSLD). The program, which was held at the IPB University campus, Darmaga Bogor, Indonesia in 8-9 August 2023, attended by 77 participants. This symposium marked significant as it was the first face-to-face event we hosted after the last two symposiums were conducted online during the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Under the comprehensive theme of “Smart Resilient Environment,” the symposium explored crucial sub-themes, including Vulnerability, Resilience, and Transformation; Mitigation, Adaptation, and Response; Conservation, Revitalization, and Local Wisdom; and Innovation and Future Technology. The rich and diverse discussions and presentations during the symposium underlined the pressing need for sustainable solutions to contemporary environmental challenges. We are delighted to present the selected papers from our esteemed participants, who contributed their research and insights to the symposium. Out of 40 submitted papers, 37 were carefully chosen for publication in the IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science. Each of these papers has undergone thorough review by our panel of reviewers, whose invaluable feedback has ensured the quality and relevance of the manuscripts. We extend our cordial appreciation to our distinguished speakers, participants, and scientific committee for their invaluable contributions to the success of the symposium. We would also like to express our gratitude to our partners, including Chiba University, Indonesian Society of Landscape Architects (IALI), Indonesian Landscape Architecture Education Forum (FPALI), and the sponsors of the event: Director of Global Connectivity IPB University, PT Adaro Energy Tbk, Bank Syariah Indonesia, and Bank Sumselbabel. Our sincere thanks go to the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) for their support during this event. Additionally, we would like to acknowledge the publisher for their support in bringing these proceedings to completion. As readers look into these proceedings, we hope they find valuable insights and knowledge that contribute to the advancement of sustainable landscape development. We eagerly anticipate the participation of more experts and scholars from around the world in our future symposiums. Warm regards, Nizar Nasrullah Chairman, Organizing Committee The 7th International Symposium of Sustainable Landscape Development List of Editorial Team, Technical Editor, Scientific Committee, Conference Organizing Committee, Conference Steering Committee, Speakers and Participants are available in this Pdf.

Roots: Poetry, Performance, and Photography

The editors of Voices in Urban Education (VUE) first became connected to “artivist” Divinity Nix-Sow when she submitted a series of photographs to the student art competition for our special issue focused on community healing, sustenance, and resilience at the intersections of technology, art, and social justice. Alongside her photographs, Divinity emailed us the following: Hi, my name is Divinity Nix-Sow! I’m from Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. I am a poet, natural hair stylist, model, and overall artivist! The theme of this issue really stood out to me because it represents everything I stand for. The photos I’m choosing today are from my Black History Month natural hair shoot! I’ve been a stylist since I was 15. I am self-taught and my business recently turned 5 years old! I also recently wrote a poem called Roots which inspired the entire theme of my photo shoot. I wanted to honor and pay homage to where I started and where I come from. So, I collaborated with my photographer and traveled across NYC for 2 weeks to style all of the models' hair. I shot this in my neighborhood beauty supply store, which the manager let me do free of charge! It’s truly something special when you can take one little idea from your notes app and turn it into reality.  Our editorial team was blown away by the power of Divinity’s poetry, performance, styling, and photography. We have included one of the photographs to introduce the Expressions in Urban Education section of this issue. The full collection of photographs are also included here, along with her poem, Roots, which appears in both written and video format. 

Front Matter (Title Page, Table of Content, General Information, and Editorial Team)

Front Matter (Title Page, Table of Content, General Information, and Editorial Team)

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Analysis and Research of Psychological Crisis Behavior Model Based on Improved Apriori Algorithm

We, the Editors and Publisher of International Journal of Human Computer Interaction, have retracted the following article: Yan, Y. (2024). Analysis and Research of Psychological Crisis Behavior Model Based on Improved Apriori Algorithm. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2024.2320981 Following publication, significant concerns have been raised regarding discrepancies between the data reported in the article and the underlying dataset that is stated as having been used for the research. There are additional concerns regarding Figure 2, Figure 5 and Figure 6; the description of these in the body of the article does not correlate with the figure captions. Despite numerous attempts to contact the author, they have not responded to requests for an explanation. As the editorial team no longer have confidence in the reported conclusions and validity of the article, the decision has been made to retract the article. We have been informed in our decision-making by our editorial policies and the COPE guidelines. The retracted article will remain online to maintain the scholarly record, but it will be digitally watermarked on each page as ‘Retracted’.

Behind the curtain of Australasian Psychiatry: The practice of a medical journal and a call for reviewers.

The process of medical scientific journal publishing merits further explanation for authors and readers. Prospective authors need to understand the scope of the journal and the article types that are published. We give an overview of the editorial process, including selection of reviewers, peer review and decisions regarding revision, acceptance and rejection of papers for Australasian Psychiatry. We encourage authors and readers to submit papers, and volunteer as peer reviewers, working together with the journal editorial team.

Cover, Editorial Team and Table of Contents

Cover, Editorial Team and Table of Contents

Generative AI Chatbot for Engineering Scientific Journal

Abstract: This study focuses on exploring the potential of artificial intelligence as an alternative, effective, and user-preferred tool for answering inquiries, compared to traditional methods such as FAQs or email and ticketing systems. The study highlights how AI can enhance efficiency and accuracy in processing and responding to inquiries from readers, authors, and reviewers, by providing immediate and customized answers based on the analysis of information available on the journal's website and the data fed to the chatbot. Through in-depth discussions and an analysis of the inquiries received over a full six months, totaling about 3000 inquiries, the study demonstrates the good ability of the chatbot to understand complex inquiries and provide satisfactory answers. The study indicates that chatbots can reduce the workload on editorial teams of scientific journals by automating responses to routine inquiries, allowing staff to dedicate more time to editorial and academic tasks. One of the key aspects of training is teaching the chatbot to provide correct answers to various inquiries and to avoid responding to negative or redundant inquiries. The research explores the challenges of applying AI in this context, including the need to train smart models to understand specific academic language and ensure accuracy in responses, as well as addressing privacy concerns and data security. The importance of designing flexible and adaptable AI systems to meet the diverse requirements of different scientific journals and their users is emphasized. The study concludes that artificial intelligence is a promising tool for improving the interaction between academic journals and their communities, offering an effective alternative to traditional systems. It highlights the necessity for ongoing research and development to enhance AI capabilities. Notably, the AI tool currently lacks a direct method for correcting its wrong answers, which is one of the most effective learning tools used by parents to correct their children's answers. One of the key recommendations of the study is that AI training should be conducted in stages.

Transformative Learning as a Part of Living Theory: A Constant Evolution of Transformative Learning Theory in Lifelong Education

Transformative Learning Theory is one of the major adult learning theories. It has gained significant attention due to its potential to revolutionize education and personal development. Although its popularity has made it branch out from the adult learning theories as a distinct theory with unique characteristics and utilizations, the field of Transformative Learning has fallen into its own disorienting dilemma. The field of Transformative Learning is now in a critical phase as a field of study where it needs to refine itself to better develop its identity and grow. In this article, I will respond to the six questions regarding Transformative Learning Theory and the field of Transformative Learning that the editorial team of the journal asks.

Twenty-Five Years Travelling the Publication Road: The Profile Journal Life Story

This article presents the life story of Profile. The story is based on an ethnographic case study that aimed to understand the viewpoints of Profile’s new writers and reviewers regarding the role of scientific journals in fostering communities in the knowledge society. To gather information, I relied on personal reflections from my experience as the creator and editor of the journal, along with documentary evidence (published issues, regularly collected statistics, editorial workflows, and communications with editorial teams and various bodies of Universidad Nacional de Colombia, which funds the publication). The story illustrates the inception, development, and primary challenges that need to be addressed to ensure its continuity.

Preface

The 4th International Conference on Materials Chemistry and Environmental Engineering (CONF-MCEE 2024) is an annual conference focusing on research areas including materials science and engineering, chemical science and technology, and environmental engineering. It aims to establish a broad and interdisciplinary platform for experts, researchers, and students worldwide to present, exchange, and discuss the latest advance and development in materials, chemistry, and environmental engineering. This volume contains the papers of the 4th International Conference on Materials Chemistry and Environmental Engineering (CONF-MCEE 2024). Each of these papers has gained a comprehensive review by the editorial team and professional reviewers. Each paper has been examined and evaluated for its theme, structure, method, content, language, and format. Cooperating with prestigious universities, CONF-MCEE 2024 organized four workshops in London, Tampa, Eskişehir, and Wuhan. Dr. Seyed Ghaffar chaired the workshop “The Influence of Nano-Additives in Low-Carbon 3D Printable Cementitious Materials”, which was held at the University of Birmingham. Dr. Ioannis Spanopoulos chaired the workshop “Perovskite Solar Cells Challenges and Promises” at University of South Florida. And Dr. Ömer Burak İSTANBULLU chaired the workshop “Preserving Clarity: Enhancing Image and Signal Quality for Computer-Aided Diagnosis and Treatment in Biomedical Engineering” at Eskişehir Osmangazi University. Besides these workshops, CONF-MCEE 2024 also held an online session. Eminent professors from top universities worldwide were invited to deliver keynote speeches in this online session, including Dr. Ioannis Spanopoulos from University of South Florida and Dr. Ömer Burak İSTANBULLU from Eskişehir Osmangazi University. They have given keynote speeches on related topics of materials, chemistry, and environmental engineering. On behalf of the committee, we would like to give sincere gratitude to all authors and speakers who have made their contributions to CONF-MCEE 2024, editors and reviewers who have guaranteed the quality of papers with their expertise, and the committee members who have devoted themselves to the success of CONF-MCEE 2024. List of Committee Members are available in this Pdf.

Editorial

This is the final editorial of the current editors, Peter O’Connor and Kelly Freebody. In this editorial we introduce the articles in this edition which are an eclectic mix of articles representing the diversity and breadth of applied theatre practice globally. The articles draw on practice from India, Hungary, Australia, Germany, Sri Lanka and Türkiye. We also introduce the new editorial team, who will be editing the journal from 2025 and reflect on our time as editors, and the privilege it has been to work on the journal.

Retraction Note: LINC01116 promotes the proliferation and inhibits the apoptosis of gastric cancer cells.

The article "LINC01116 promotes the proliferation and inhibits the apoptosis of gastric cancer cells" by J. Chen, Z.-H. Yuan, X.-H. Hou, M.-H. Shi, R. Jiang, published in Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2020; 24 (4): 1807-1814-DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202002_20358-PMID: 32141549 has been retracted by the Editor in Chief. Following the journal's investigation, due to concerns raised regarding non-verifiable nucleotide sequences and cell lines used in the article, the editorial team has contacted the authors to provide a reply regarding the above-mentioned issues. The authors revealed that they suspected errors in the experimental process as early as 2021. After repeated literature reviews and reproducibility experiments, the authors still believe that the paper's conclusions are inaccurate and need further revision. Consequently, the Editor in Chief mistrusts the results presented and has decided to retract the article. This article has been retracted. The Publisher apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. https://www.europeanreview.org/article/20358.

Welcome to the June 2024 Issue (Vol: 30, No: 3) and Current News of the European Journal of Therapeutics

Dear Colleagues, It is our pleasure to share the valuable articles in a new issue of the Eur J Ther (2024; Vol: 30, Issue: 3). We would like to take this opportunity to thank once again the authors who submitted valuable papers to the journal and the referees who evaluated these articles. In April 2023, we shared that the editorial team of Eur J Ther underwent many changes and was updated with a dynamic team [1]. We then made a series of improvements in a short period of time. First, we strengthened our editorial team with many internationally respected academics [2]. In July 2023, Web of Science calculated the journal’s impact factor value for the first time as 0.3 [3]. Then, with the dedicated work of the updated editorial team, the journal was soon included in many essential indexes such as Index Copernicus (approved 2023-10-31), ERIH PLUS (approved 2023-06-21), BASE (approved 2023-11-30), and Sherpa Romeo (approved 2023-09-27). As a result of our application, as of the beginning of 2024, articles that have not yet been assigned to the issue and are in early view have started to be indexed in the Web of Science in a short time [4]. This is reflected in the Times Cited and Publications Over Time graphic on the Web of Science (Fig. 1) [5]. Another significant development was that from 2024 onwards, the journal will be published six issues a year instead of four. Through this editorial, we would like to share other good recent news and the journal metrics recently published by Clarivate Analytics with you, our valuable followers [6]. According to Journal Citation Reports 2024, Eur J Ther's journal impact factor value is 0.3 (Fig. 2) [6]. We believe that your valuable studies and contributions will increase this value. The most pleasing result in the Journal Citation Reports 2024 data [6] is that the Journal Impact Factor Quartile value of Eur J Ther, which is in the Medicine, General & Internal Category, was determined as Q3. The Journal Impact Factor (JIF) Quartile for the Eur J Ther has been calculated for the first time this year, and we are delighted to observe that it is the Q3. In other words, according to the Journal Impact Factor value, Eur J Ther ranks 243rd among 325 journals in the Medicine, General & Internal Category (JIF Rank 243/325). However, we know we should do our best to go one step further and reach better levels. As Stephen Hawking says, “However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at.” We look forward to sharing more good news with you. Yours Sincerely,

Biased and unwarranted Political view in Lancet Journal

India is the largest democratic country and currently celebrating the festivity of the election. We observed that the editorial by Lancet published about India’s election: Why Data and Transparency Matter (1). After reading the editorial, the most important question came to the mind of Indian readers: Is there any hidden agenda in the editorial team of Lancet Journal? Why did the Lancet choose to deal with the subject of data and transparency at the time of the election in India? Close examination of this editorial’s references, particularly the second one, confirmed the hunch of readers that the comprehension is significantly biased as it is based on a media report and the editor has used his position in a scientific journal to interfere in the affairs of a sovereign nation. It is totally unacceptable and undone of scientific temperament. Through this letter, our team is conveying the feelings of the people of the largest democratic and secular country. We would not pick the Lancet as our first source of information on this issue. Secondly, the journal cannot afford to become politicized by allowing only one point of view to be expressed. How will we know the editor hasn't rejected papers simply because their findings disagree with your politics?

Launching TESOL Today: A New Hub for English Language Education Research

As an academician, I have always believed that I have to allocate time for editorial services to profession in the field of my work. That said, I attempted to launch a new journal in the field of English language education in Kurdistan with the help of a public university, but the attempts remained unsuccessful for a number of reasons. My driving interest of working for scientific journals pushed me to work as an editor and reviewer for a few journals over the past few years with the dream of learning how to become familiar with editorial services in the line of my work, and eventually launch a new journal in the field of English language education research. Over the past two decades, an increasing number of Kurdish scholars and researchers have turned their interest and attention into the English language education phenomenon, investigating its learning and teaching in the context of Kurdistan. However, researchers in the field of English language across the region did not have a venue to publish their research findings and contributions with journals specifically designed for the English language education research. The reason for this was that all the journals published by public and private universities publish broadly-defined subjects and disciplines in humanities and social sciences, leaving no specific rooms for English language research only. As such, the main driving force to launch TESOL Today came from the understanding that no journals in the field of TESOL and Applied Linguistics exist neither in Iraq nor in Kurdistan to date. However, it is worth mentioning that TESOL Today doesnot aim to remain within the context of Iraq and Kurdistan. Rather, the journal seeks to publish a wide range of perspectives on English language internationally. Based on this, TESOL Today covers a comprehensive range of topics within the field of English language teaching and learning including, English language planning and policy, innovative methods in English language teaching and learning, curriculum design and materials development, pragmatics instruction in ELT, and technology integration into English language classroom, to name a few. Responding to the rising scholarly interest in the field of English language, we are launching TESOL Today with the ambition to become a hub for TESOL and Applied Linguistics researchers across the globe. In other words, TESOL Today aims to become an international room for researchers of TESOL and Applied linguistics in the world. We also intend to be a teaching journal to less experienced researchers who work hard to get their research findings published. TESOL Today; therefore, encourages submissions of empirical and theoretical scholarship from younger and novice researchers that contribute to the professional knowledge base of TESOL, promoting a collaborative exchange of ideas that can inform and shape future practice and policy in English language education. The journal is committed to upholding rigorous academic standards while embracing innovative research that challenges traditional paradigms and promotes progressive teaching methods. While it is our hope that TESOL Today will be especially useful to younger scholars, we also encourage seasoned scholars to submit their research findings to TESOL Today. We intend to continue to serving as a prime venue for the development of English language research through publishing original contributions and exciting new research by figures in the field. As such, we humbly feel this journal will play a key part in the increasing academic respectability of researchers all over the world. In doing so, we are committed to bring this journal into a higher level of scholarship and get it indexed by international databases including Clarivate Analytics and Scopus. In our endeavor, we are fortunate to be supported by an editorial team of members across different countries who work hard in pursuit of the success of TESOL Today. We work together closely to enrich the journal and shape its development, engagement and its future. However, we continue to strive for adding new members to our board. In closing, then, we extend our sincere invitation to TESOL and Applied Linguistics researchers across varying geographical areas around the globe to join us and submit their research and shape TESOL Today into a path-breaking academic journal by addressing different critical questions in the field of TESOL and Applied Linguistics.

От редактора: Следуя инструкциям журнала или как избежать отказа на этапе предварительного рассмотрения

When a new manuscript is submitted, the editorial team of Education and Self Development carries out a preliminary assessment and checks it for compliance with the journal guidelines. In case of successful initial check, the manuscript is sent out for peer review. Unfortunately, the percentage of papers that are rejected by editors prior to review is quite high. In this editorial I want to discuss why it happens and how to avoid a desk reject. One of the key reasons for rejecting a paper is inconsistency with the Journal’s scope. When such cases occur, we realise that an author has not done the groundwork and has not read the journal aims. Before submitting a manuscript, authors must visit a journal website, get familiar with its mission, identify the target audience, learn about the submission process, and even read through some published works. It is highly recommended to select a target journal reasonably in advance, and this choice should be solely based on the scope of a journal. The second ground for rejection is when a manuscript does not follow journal guidelines. As with the scope, submission guidelines can be found on the journal website. I should point out that instructions for authors who are interested in submitting their works to Education and Self Development are available on our website in the tab ‘Submit an article’ (Author guidelines).