Garden Community Research Articles

A STUDY ON INSTITUTIONAL ENVIROMENT OF THE MODEL SCHOOLS OF TEA GARDEN AREAS OF LAKHIMPUR DISTRICT, ASSAM

The National Policy on Education 2020 aims to transform the Indian education system by making it more inclusive, holistic and flexible. In continuations the Government of Assam launched a significant initiative in October 2020 to establish 119 Model Schools across major tea growing districts through Public-Private- Partnership (PPP). By May 2022, 97 of these schools were inaugurated marking a pivotal step towards providing quality education within tea garden community. The present study, through qualitative research methods , examined the institutional environment in enhancing Enrolment, Attendance and Community participation in the Model Schools in the Tea Garden areas of Lakhimpur district, Assam.

Study on the relationship between hemoglobin glycosylation index and arteriosclerosis- related blood lipids

Objective: To study the relationship between hemoglobin glycation index (HGI) and blood lipid indices such as low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (non-HDL-C), and plasma atherogenic index (AIP). Methods: This cross-sectional study included 16 049 participants from the Beijing Apple Garden community between December 2011 and August 2012. The subjects were divided into three groups based on the HGI quartile: low (n=5 388), medium (n=5 249), and high (n=5 412). The differences in blood lipid indicators between different HGI groups were compared and multivariate logistic regression model was established to analyze the association between HGI and dyslipidemia. And multivariate logistic regression model was established to analyze the relationship between HGI and blood lipid indicators in different glucose metabolism populations. Results: There were 16 049 participants in all (mean age: 56 years), including 10 452 women (65.1%). They were classified into normal glucose tolerance (9 093 cases), prediabetes (4 524 cases), and diabetes (2 432 cases) based on glucose tolerance status. In the general population, with the increase of HGI, LDL-C, non-HDL-C, and AIP gradually increased (all P values for trends were <0.05), and the proportion of abnormalities increased significantly (χ2=101.40, 42.91, 39.80; all P<0.001). A multivariate logistic regression model was established, which suggested a significant correlation between HGI and LDL-C, non-HDL-C, and AIP (all P<0.05), after adjusting for factors such as age, sex, fasting blood glucose, hypertension, body mass index, smoking, and alcohol consumption. In the overall population, normal glucose tolerance group, and diabetes group, HGI had the highest correlation with non-HDL-C (OR values of 1.325, 1.678, and 1.274, respectively); in the prediabetes group, HGI had a higher correlation with LDL-C (OR value: 1.510); and in different glucose metabolism groups, AIP and HGI were both correlated (OR: 1.208-1.250), but not superior to non-HDL-C and LDL-C. Conclusion: HGI was closely related to LDL-C, non HDL-C, and AIP in the entire population and people with different glucose metabolism, suggesting that HGI may be a predictor of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Tea and Pleurotus ostreatus intercropping modulates structure of soil and root microbial communities.

Intercropping with Pleurotus ostreatus has been demonstrated to increase the tea yield and alleviate soil acidification in tea gardens. However, the underlying mechanisms remain elusive. Here, high-throughput sequencing and Biolog Eco analysis were performed to identify changes in the community structure and abundance of soil microorganisms in the P. ostreatus intercropped tea garden at different seasons (April and September). The results showed that the soil microbial diversity of rhizosphere decreased in April, while rhizosphere and non-rhizosphere soil microbial diversity increased in September in the P. ostreatus intercropped tea garden. The diversity of tea tree root microorganisms increased in both periods. In addition, the number of fungi associated with organic matter decomposition and nutrient cycling, such as Penicillium, Trichoderma, and Trechispora, was significantly higher in the intercropped group than in the control group. Intercropping with P. ostreatus increased the levels of total nitrogen (TN), total phosphorus (TP), and available phosphorus (AP) in the soil. It also improved the content of secondary metabolites, such as tea catechins, and polysaccharides in tea buds. Microbial network analysis showed that Unclassified_o__Helotiales, and Devosia were positively correlated with soil TN and pH, while Lactobacillus, Acidothermus, and Monascus were positively correlated with flavone, AE, and catechins in tea trees. In conclusion, intercropping with P. ostreatus can improve the physical and chemical properties of soil and the composition and structure of microbial communities in tea gardens, which has significant potential for application in monoculture tea gardens with acidic soils.

239 Promoting Health Equity in South Los Angeles: A Place-Based Initiative in the Nickerson Gardens Housing Development

OBJECTIVES/GOALS: Partnering with the Housing Authority of Los Angeles, we launched a place-based initiative in the Nickerson Gardens housing development in South Los Angeles, where we apply our community engagement approach of listening and learning, and trust and relationship building, to deliver public health interventions in a discrete community. METHODS/STUDY POPULATION: Nickerson Gardens is the largest housing development in Los Angeles, with 1,066 units and over 3,000 residents. 58% and 40% of the residents are Hispanic and Black/African American respectively with an average yearly income of less than $30,000. To build trust and establish relationships, our team began attending community events, holding weekly educational workshops, and participating in the summer program for youth. We also held listening sessions in English and Spanish that asked aboutthe overall health of the Nickerson Gardens community, environment and public space, access and barriers to care, needed healthcare services, and the lived experience within Nickerson Gardens. RESULTS/ANTICIPATED RESULTS: To date, we have held eight 90-minute listening sessions in English and Spanish with 59 participants. The sessions provided insight into theneeded health and educational resources and services, the organizational structure of the housing development and how that impacts access to information and services, as well as the nuanced and area-specific transportation issues and the connection to safety concerns. These findings will inform the next phase of this initiative which includes convening a Coordinating Council composed of service providers and Nickerson Gardens residents. This council will oversee the coordination and implementation of needed services, help maintain accountability of the providers, and offer residents the opportunity to take ownership of the process. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE: Academic-community partnerships are an effective strategy to deliver public health interventions and promote health equity in under-resourced communities. We tested and measured impact in a distinct community to reinforce a widely-applicable place-based model.

Design of Book Donation Information System for the Bogor Reading Garden Community

The Design of Community Administration Information System: A Case Study of Bogor Reading Garden Community. The research aims to streamline the data management and reporting processes for improved accuracy and enhanced organization through a computerized system. The designed system is integrated into a database. The chosen research method is Research and Development, a deliberate, systematic approach aimed at discovering, formulating, improving, developing, generating, and testing the effectiveness of superior, novel, efficient, productive, and meaningful products, models, methods/strategies, services, and procedures. By crafting the 'Design of Book Donation Information System for the Bogor Reading Garden Community' using Java Netbeans, it is anticipated to assist the secretarial department in administration processes and facilitate the creation of reports.

Implementation of improved shuffled frog leaping algorithm for optimum landscape space environment design

Abstract Landscape design is a complex process, requiring the seamless integration of various elements such as the senses, environment, morphology and optimization techniques. In this study, a new approach called the Interactive Enhanced Shuffled Frog Leaping Algorithm (IISFLA), specifically has been designed to optimize spatial environments in landscape design. The IISFLA is a hybrid optimization method that combines the Shuffled Frog Leaping Algorithm (SFLA), Bacterial Foraging Algorithm and human–computer interaction to address intricate nonlinear challenges. To demonstrate its effectiveness, IISFLA has been applied in the design of a garden community and contrasted with conventional design of landscape methodologies. To tackle the problem at hand, a optimality model of search that is layer-by-layer, which allows us to divide the problem space into manageable subsolution spaces, has been employed. Also, a participatory evaluation strategy has been adopted to assess the impact of the landscape design on different user groups. The results of this study reveal that IISFLA surpasses conventional methods in terms of performance and user satisfaction, making it a versatile and user-friendly tool for landscape designers. The research emphasizes the innovation, significance and implications of our work in the field of landscape design and optimization. Key numerical findings include a 22.6% increase in landscape space evaluation value when using IISFLA compared to traditional methods, a 34.7% reduction in computational time and a 28.9% improvement in user satisfaction rates. These outcomes highlight the effectiveness and potential of IISFLA in enhancing landscape design outcomes.

A STUDY ON INSTITUTIONAL ENVIROMENT OF THE MODEL SCHOOLS OF TEA GARDEN AREAS OF LAKHIMPUR DISTRICT, ASSAM

The National Policy on Education 2020 aims to transform the Indian education system by making it more inclusive, holistic and flexible. In continuations the Government of Assam launched a significant initiative in October 2020 to establish 119 Model Schools across major tea growing districts through Public-Private- Partnership (PPP). By May 2022, 97 of these schools were inaugurated marking a pivotal step towards providing quality education within tea garden community. The present study, through qualitative research methods , examined the institutional environment in enhancing Enrolment, Attendance and Community participation in the Model Schools in the Tea Garden areas of Lakhimpur district, Assam.

A STUDY ON INSTITUTIONAL ENVIROMENT OF THE MODEL SCHOOLS OF TEA GARDEN AREAS OF LAKHIMPUR DISTRICT, ASSAM

The National Policy on Education 2020 aims to transform the Indian education system by making it more inclusive, holistic and flexible. In continuations the Government of Assam launched a significant initiative in October 2020 to establish 119 Model Schools across major tea growing districts through Public-Private- Partnership (PPP). By May 2022, 97 of these schools were inaugurated marking a pivotal step towards providing quality education within tea garden community. The present study, through qualitative research methods , examined the institutional environment in enhancing Enrolment, Attendance and Community participation in the Model Schools in the Tea Garden areas of Lakhimpur district, Assam.

Occurrence of myxomycetes in selected elevated urban residential gardens in Metro Manila, Philippines

Roof-top gardens in low- and high-rise urban residential buildings are common in many urban cities for their aesthetic value and perceived health benefits for the building occupants. Leaf litter from plant communities in these gardens offer suitable microclimate conditions and substrates that can support growth and development of myxomycetes. Myxomycetes, also called slime molds, play a role in maintaining the soil microbiome, and can influence the microbial communities in these residential gardens. In this study, 204 ground leaf litter samples of ornamental woody shrubs and herbaceous flowering plants were collected from elevated gardens in eight low-to-high rise buildings for the preparation of moist chambers (MC). A total of 14 species of myxomycetes belonging to nine genera were recorded and identified in this study: Arcyria cinerea, Collaria arcyrionema, Diachea leucopodia, Diderma effusum, Diderma hemisphaericum, Didymium nigripes, Didymium sp., Didymium squamulosum, Ophiotheca chrysosperma, Perichaena cf. corticalis, Perichaena depressa, Physarum album, Physarum cinereum, and Stemonitis cf. pallida. Overall MC productivity ranged from 43 to 45%. In terms of species abundance, Arcyria cinerea and Perichaena depressa were among the most recorded myxomycetes. The study provided evidence of rooftop gardens as suitable habitats for myxomycetes.

Promosi Kesehatan tentang Post Natal Yoga di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Kebun Kopi

The postpartum period begins when the placenta is born and ends when the uterine organs return to their pre-pregnancy state. During the postpartum period, they will experience physical and psychological changes, physical changes include the ligaments becoming soft and loose, the tense muscles of the uterus enlarging, posture The body changes to compensate for weight changes during pregnancy. Postpartum care is needed because it is a critical period for both mother and baby. Yoga is a type of body, mind and mental exercise that really helps mothers to strengthen their pelvic muscles, abdominal muscles and reposition the spine in a correct and good position, improve body posture, reduce discomfort in postpartum mothers. This community service activity aims to Mothers' knowledge and understanding increased, this activity was carried out in the Working Area of the Kopi Garden Community Health Center and was carried out on December 20 2021. The target of this activity was post partum mothers, totaling 20 people. The method used was lectures, discussions and questions and answers, using leaflet media, to measure the team's knowledge of performingpre test with good knowledge results of 8 (40%), poor knowledge of 12 (60%), and after education was carried out to determine the increase in mother's knowledge, it was carried outpost test and the results obtained were good knowledge of 16 (80%) while poor knowledge was 4 (20%), so it can be seen that there was an increase in the mother's knowledge before and after the education. As a result of this activity, the mother's knowledge increased and the mother wanted to apply yoga independently at home.

Floral species evenness is the major driver of wild bee communities in urban gardens

Floral species evenness is the major driver of wild bee communities in urban gardens

Prevalence of primary osteoarthritis of knee in tea garden community of Jorhat District, Assam

: The most prevalent form of degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis (OA), is one of the major causes of pain and disability, particularly in middle-aged and older people. OA typically affects the knees, hips, spine, hands, and feet. The knee joint is one of the most commonly affected joint in the lower limb. Though OPD attendance due to OA is quite high, only a few community-based studies are available about its prevalence, especially in the North-Eastern states of India.Assess prevalence of OA of Knee in the Tea Garden community of Jorhat district of Assam.Community-based cross-sectional study was carried out among 320 adults living in various tea gardens in Jorhat District of Assam from June 2019 to May 2020. Diagnosis of OA was made using weight-bearing AP plain radiograph of both knees graded on the Kellgren and Lawrence Scale and WOMAC Score.: Out of 320 adults examined, 29.4% have OA of knee. Prevalence was higher in females, and age more than 50 years.: The burden of OA in this community is relatively high and appropriate measures must be taken to reduce it.

A STUDY OFSOCIODEMOGRAPHIC, CULTURAL, ECONOMIC AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICSASSOCIATED WITHADOLESCENT PREGNANCYFROM TEA GARDEN COMMUNITY OF SIVASAGAR, ASSAM:CROSS-SECTIONAL SURVEY

Introduction: The World Health Organization (W.H.O), defines adolescence as the period of life between 10 to 19 years (1). Early marriage a hidden, yet known practice in several regions of the world has been a major public health threat where the girl experiences number of health, social, economic, and emotional problems in the form of adolescent pregnancy, synonymously termed teenage pregnancy. Methodology: A descriptive community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in a tea garden community of Sivsagar district from February 2020 to May 2020. Sample size was estimated at 282. Data was collected using pre-designed and pre-tested questionnaire. Variables like socio-demographic characteristics, income of the participant and family members, family size and school drop-out reason were analysed using descriptive statistics. Results and Discussion: In the present study, out of total of 330 eligible participants selected randomly from 12 Tea estates of Sivasagar district, 15.45 % of them were under the age group of 11-16 years and 84.55% belonged from 17-19 years. 82 % were from Other Backward Class, while rest only 18 %. The mental health status shows that out of 330 participants, 41, 91 and 8 had “extremely severe” signs of depression, anxiety and stress respectively. Conclusion: This study reflects adolescent pregnancy as a threat to society and demands a thorough exploration. Despite government schemes and legislations, it continues to be prevalent in community.

Development of the 1000 Gardens Community Program in the City of Bandung

The 1000 Gardens Community was established in 2015, where they used idle land for farming. There are three main problems faced by the community, namely: difficulties in inviting the community to participate in the program, difficulties in providing facilities and infrastructure for building communal shelters, and a lack of expertise in running business and marketing. The results of program assistance have succeeded in increasing interest in community participation as indicated by an increase in the number of program participants. Assistance in procuring raw materials and training on business and marketing strategies has succeeded in providing a new perspective for community administrators to run Community-owned business units.

The Trees of the Pisa Botanic Garden under Climate Change Scenarios: What Are We Walking into?

Botanical gardens are dynamic systems of high scientific, ecological, cultural, and historical value. They are irreplaceable places to cultivate, manage, study, and preserve tree diversity. One of the ongoing biggest challenges worldwide in managing and preserving trees is climate change, which exposes specimens to more stressful and severe environmental conditions, causing an increase in mortality. In our research, we aimed to assess the future climate change impact on the tree collection of Botanic Garden of Pisa in order to outline the expected consequences about tree cultivation and management. Under the most pessimistic scenario, in 2090 more than 60% of the tree species cultivated in the Botanic Garden of Pisa are expected to fall outside of their climatic niche. Future chances and pitfalls in managing urban green areas, focusing on the botanical garden community, are also explored.

가드닝이 노인의 체질량지수와 골밀도 변화에 미치는 영향

This study was conducted to find out the effects of garden activities on physical changes in the elderly. Participants in the study were elderly people aged 65 or older among users of the K Senior Happiness Center located in D-gu, D city. Among the elderly who had no physical activity problems, 40 expressed their intention to voluntarily participate after explaining the purpose of the study and the contents of the study, and the average age was 74.3 years. The healing garden care program consisted of 16 sessions, including garden creation, garden management, and garden community activities, and was held three hours each time, two times a week, and eight weeks. In order to measure physical changes after garden activities, BMI, Skeletal Muscle Mass, Body Fat, and Bone Density were measured before the first start of the program and at the 16th program. Looking at body changes through healing gardening, BMI and Skeletal Muscle Mass increased, but significance was not confirmed, and Bone Density and Body Fat tended to increase significantly. In this study, it is somewhat unreasonable to generalize in that 40 experimental groups were targeted without a control group and variables other than garden activities were not controlled, so further research is needed.

Acceleration of Organic Vegetables as a Leading Product of Subsidy Housing through Integrated Marketing Communication

The purpose of the service is to increase the added value of products on organic vegetables in the Perumahan Bulan Terang Utama, Malang City. Organic and superior vegetable products in the Perumahan Bulan Terang Utama include mustard greens, chilies, telang flowers. The activity is based on the concept of integrated marketing communication through 7P (Product, Promotion, Price (Distribution Channel), Place, People (HR), Process, Physical Evidence or Packaging. In this activity, the object of service was assisted in the form of mica, vegetable plastic and product branding stickers, and product logo branding to increase value-added and consumer interest in organic vegetables. In addition, another goal is to increase the branding of organic vegetable production to increase the market share and income of the managers (Botanical Garden community).  Through the training and assistance provided, it is hoped that it can increase the productivity of organic vegetables and inspire communities in other regions to care about the environment and the style of healthy living. Â

Claiming Land Rights: Politics of Space and Identity—A Study of the Tea Garden Community of Assam

Land and identity issues are interlinked and landlessness becomes a cause of ethnic unrest in the Northeast region of India. Colonial land and forest policy not only impacted the lives of indigenous people but also affected the land relation of indigenous and other immigrant communities of Assam. Even the post-colonial state has also been continuing the legacy of colonial state, which resulted in the land deprivation of tribals and Adivasis of Assam. It is in this context the present study discusses the landlessness of the tea garden community of Assam. Despite living in Assam for more than a hundred years, they are constantly facing the issue of landlessness and land alienation, which subsequently created a threat to their identity, culture and livelihood. The article is based on the arguments and narratives drawn from the tea garden community of Assam and the role of state is also highlighted in this context.

Peran Taman Bacaan Masyarakat (TBM) untuk Menumbuhkan Minat Baca Masyarakat:

One of the community library gardens is the smart stock community public library in Deli Serdang, Medan City. This research is to find out how the reading community in the reading garden community, the smart stock community, the city of Deli Serdang in triggering interest in reading. This research applies qualitative research procedures through descriptive and investigative approaches, questions and answers, and documentation as a technique for gathering materials. The findings of this study indicate that TBM Saham Pinang will function as a source of community education and is expected to be of benefit to the community. The increasing number of visitors to TBM shows interest. reading that grew among those who lived around. There are official and repeated visits. It can be concluded that TBM Smart Stock contributes to increasing public interest in reading. and dissemination of information.&#x0D; Keywords: TBM, Reading Gardens, The Role of TBM

Peran Taman Bacaan Masyarakat (TBM) untuk Menumbuhkan Minat Baca Masyarakat:

One of the community library gardens is the smart stock community public library in Deli Serdang, Medan City. This research is to find out how the reading community in the reading garden community, the smart stock community, the city of Deli Serdang in triggering interest in reading. This research applies qualitative research procedures through descriptive and investigative approaches, questions and answers, and documentation as a technique for gathering materials. The findings of this study indicate that TBM Saham Pinang will function as a source of community education and is expected to be of benefit to the community. The increasing number of visitors to TBM shows interest. reading that grew among those who lived around. There are official and repeated visits. It can be concluded that TBM Smart Stock contributes to increasing public interest in reading. and dissemination of information.&#x0D; Keywords: TBM, Reading Gardens, The Role of TBM