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View article: Liberating Minds, Strengthening Voices: How Education Transforms Women's Political Empowerment
Liberating Minds, Strengthening Voices: How Education Transforms Women's Political Empowerment Open
This comprehensive study explores the intricate relationship between education and women's political empowerment in the unique context of Malakand Division, Pakistan. It underscores the transformative power of education in dismantling soci…
View article: Education and Women’s Property Rights: A Path to Empowerment
Education and Women’s Property Rights: A Path to Empowerment Open
This qualitative study explores the transformative impact of education on women's empowerment in property rights within Thana, Malakand District, Pakistan. Employing a phenomenological research design, the study delves into the nuanced exp…
View article: When Learning Turns to Lawlessness: Socio-Economic, Political, and Institutional Drivers of Campus Crime in Tehsil Adenzai, Pakistan
When Learning Turns to Lawlessness: Socio-Economic, Political, and Institutional Drivers of Campus Crime in Tehsil Adenzai, Pakistan Open
Campus crime is an increasingly pressing issue globally, driven by socio-economic, political, and institutional factors that undermine educational environments. In Pakistan, particularly in rural and semi-urban regions such as Tehsil Adenz…
View article: Between Hope and Neglect: Juvenile Offenders' Perspectives on Probation and Reintegration in KP, Pakistan
Between Hope and Neglect: Juvenile Offenders' Perspectives on Probation and Reintegration in KP, Pakistan Open
This study examines the role of probation officers and the effectiveness of probation in supporting the social reintegration and behavioral transformation of juvenile offenders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Adopting a qualitative phenom…
View article: Behind the curtain: unveiling the challenges faced by daily wage teachers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa universities, Pakistan
Behind the curtain: unveiling the challenges faced by daily wage teachers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa universities, Pakistan Open
This study examines the multifaceted challenges faced by daily wage teachers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, encompassing social, economic, academic, administrative, and psychological dimensions. The primary objective is to analyze how sy…
View article: Unlocking Confidence: The Psychological Empowerment of Women through Education
Unlocking Confidence: The Psychological Empowerment of Women through Education Open
This research delves into the transformative influence of education on women's psychological empowerment in District Swat, Pakistan. A phenomenological study design was adopted to explore the lived experiences of 30 educated women from dif…
View article: The Cultural Relevance and Continuity of Indigenous Medicine: Beliefs and Practices in Pakistan
The Cultural Relevance and Continuity of Indigenous Medicine: Beliefs and Practices in Pakistan Open
Indigenous medicine plays a key role in healthcare across various regions, particularly in communities with limited access to modern healthcare services. It serves as the primary source of medical treatment, fulfilling the health needs of …
View article: Harmony in Diversity: Exploring the Positive Impacts of Ethnic Diversity on Social Integration in Islamabad, Pakistan
Harmony in Diversity: Exploring the Positive Impacts of Ethnic Diversity on Social Integration in Islamabad, Pakistan Open
This research explores the role that ethnic diversity can play in fostering social cohesion in Islamabad, Pakistan, one of the most united cities in the world, coming from a very diverse root of cultures and traditions. The cross-sectional…
View article: Impact of climate change on women mental health in rural hinterland of Pakistan
Impact of climate change on women mental health in rural hinterland of Pakistan Open
Background Climate change significantly impacts global well-being, with rural and agricultural communities, particularly women, bearing a disproportionate burden. In Pakistan’s Malakand Division, women face increased mental health challeng…
View article: Reshaping Hospitality: The Impact of COVID-19 on the Hotels and Restaurants of District Swat, Pakistan
Reshaping Hospitality: The Impact of COVID-19 on the Hotels and Restaurants of District Swat, Pakistan Open
The COVID-19 pandemic badly affected the global economies and the tourism and hospitality sectors. However, Swat is an area that heavily relies on tourism, and the pandemic has caused devastating economic losses, business closure, and unem…
View article: Role of Native Trees in Mitigation of FineParticulate Matter (PM<sub>2.5</sub>) to Improve Air Quality
Role of Native Trees in Mitigation of FineParticulate Matter (PM<sub>2.5</sub>) to Improve Air Quality Open
Four native trees were selected to find out their potential for reducing the concentrations of PM2.5 in the ambient air. The trees selected were Pinus wallichiana, Mangifera indica, Avicennia marina, and Syzygium cumini. Real-time aerosol …
View article: Harvesting Sunlight: The Promise of Agro-Photovoltaic Fusion Systems for Sustainable Agriculture and Renewable Energy Generation
Harvesting Sunlight: The Promise of Agro-Photovoltaic Fusion Systems for Sustainable Agriculture and Renewable Energy Generation Open
Utilizing the power of sunlight through agro-photovoltaic fusion systems (APFSs) seamlessly blends sustainable agriculture with renewable energy generation. This innovative approach not only addresses food security and energy sustainabilit…
View article: Synergies between Sustainable Farming, Green Technology, and Energy Policy for Carbon-Free Development
Synergies between Sustainable Farming, Green Technology, and Energy Policy for Carbon-Free Development Open
This study addresses the integration of agricultural practices, technological innovations, and energy policies to achieve carbon neutrality in Mardan, Pakistan. A cross-sectional design was employed, collecting data from 400 stakeholders u…
View article: Neighbourhood safety and academic performance: the role of student gender and family socioeconomic status
Neighbourhood safety and academic performance: the role of student gender and family socioeconomic status Open
Introduction . Neighbourhood safety is directly linked to the level of disadvantage in the area of residence. Aim. The present research aimed to examine the impact of neighbourhood safety on the academic performance of secondary school stu…
View article: Bridging the Gap: Progressive Teaching Strategies for Gender Equity in STEM Education
Bridging the Gap: Progressive Teaching Strategies for Gender Equity in STEM Education Open
This study explores the impact of progressive teaching methods on gender equity in STEM education in Malakand Division, Pakistan. Using a cross-sectional exploratory design, it engages educators, students, parents, community leaders, and p…
View article: Exploring the nexus between poor governance and household food security
Exploring the nexus between poor governance and household food security Open
A cross-sectional-based study was conducted in Torghar Pakistan to analyze the association between impacts of poor governance and household food security through sociological lens. A sample size of 379 household heads was chosen randomly f…
View article: Breaking Chains and Building Empires: Unleashing Women's Potential through Education for Property Rights in Malakand Division, Pakistan
Breaking Chains and Building Empires: Unleashing Women's Potential through Education for Property Rights in Malakand Division, Pakistan Open
This study investigates the transformative impact of women's education on property rights in Malakand Division, Pakistan, with a focus on the historically marginalized Pakhtun society. Drawing from global perspectives, Islamic principles, …
View article: Harmonizing Progress: The Resounding Impact of Education on Women's Economic Empowerment
Harmonizing Progress: The Resounding Impact of Education on Women's Economic Empowerment Open
This study explores the transformative role of education in economically empowering women in District Dir Lower, Malakand Division, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The research delves into the correlation between women's education and econom…
View article: Empowering hearts and shaping destinies: unveiling the profound influence of education on women’s mate selection in Pakistan – a comprehensive mixed-methods study
Empowering hearts and shaping destinies: unveiling the profound influence of education on women’s mate selection in Pakistan – a comprehensive mixed-methods study Open
This study investigates the impact of education on women’s empowerment in the realm of mate selection within Malakand Division, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Employing a mixed-method research approach, the study conducted 30 semi-structure…
View article: Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria induced metal and salt stress tolerance in Brassica juncea through ion homeostasis
Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria induced metal and salt stress tolerance in Brassica juncea through ion homeostasis Open
Soil heavy metal contamination and salinity constitute a major environmental problem worldwide. The affected area and impact of these problems are increasing day by day; therefore, it is imperative to restore their potential using environm…
View article: Enhancing Food Security and Nutrition through Social Safety Nets: A Pathway to Sustainable Development
Enhancing Food Security and Nutrition through Social Safety Nets: A Pathway to Sustainable Development Open
In this cross-sectional study, an investigation was conducted by collecting primary data from 379 household heads to examine the impact of social safety nets on household-level food security in the Torghar district of Northern Khyber Pakht…
View article: APPRAISAL ON MORPHOMETRY, GAS EXCHANGE CHARACTERISTICS, AND IONS UPTAKE UNDER CADMIUM STRESS IN EARLY- AND LATE-SOWN OF COTTON
APPRAISAL ON MORPHOMETRY, GAS EXCHANGE CHARACTERISTICS, AND IONS UPTAKE UNDER CADMIUM STRESS IN EARLY- AND LATE-SOWN OF COTTON Open
Cadmium (Cd) is a water-soluble metal pollutant that is not required for plants, but its mobility in the soil-plant continuum has lately attracted substantial interest due to its harmful effects on plants. It may cause serious morphologica…
View article: Feminism and Women Empowerment: Ambiguities and Conflicts of Feminism in Pakistan
Feminism and Women Empowerment: Ambiguities and Conflicts of Feminism in Pakistan Open
Feminism has largely been considered an alien concept in the non-west, contrary to indigenous traditions and norms. Western feminism colonial intrusion is easily discredited as an attack on the cultural authenticity of non-west societies a…
View article: Kartarpur Corridor: Re-defining Security in South Asian Region
Kartarpur Corridor: Re-defining Security in South Asian Region Open
Relations between India and Pakistan have been a securitizing factor in South Asian Region, witnessing several breakdowns, a history of mistrust, broken promises, and unending conflicts. These conflicts de-securities the whole region. This…
View article: Bacillus spp. as Bioagents: Uses and Application for Sustainable Agriculture
Bacillus spp. as Bioagents: Uses and Application for Sustainable Agriculture Open
Food security will be a substantial issue in the near future due to the expeditiously growing global population. The current trend in the agriculture industry entails the extravagant use of synthesized pesticides and fertilizers, making su…