European Online Journal of Natural and Social Sciences
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<em>European Online Journal of Natural and Social Sciences</em> is an open access, peer-reviewed journal which publishes quarterly original research articles devoted to natural and social aspects of fundamental and applied sciences and written in English. The journal places emphasis on multidisciplinary approaches that integrate methodologies from biology, chemistry, food chemistry, biochemistry, agronomy, ecology, environmental and social analysis. Our goal is to provide an intellectual platform for scientists all over the world to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in different areas of natural and social sciences. <p>We welcome manuscripts from scientists-innovators who have developed new methods or improved technical components. All the materials are available to readers without financial barrier.</p> <p><strong>Advantages of online publication</strong></p><ul><li>Fast peer-review process</li><li>Publication within a short period after acceptance.</li><li>Articles and abstracts freely accessible to researchers and scholars, facilitating higher number of citations.</li></ul> <p>Indexed by Ulrich's Periodicals Directory, Open J-Gate, ResearchBib, JournalSeek, AcademicKeys, Electronic Journals Library (EZB), Academia.edu, Serials Solutions, OAI, Contemporary Science Association, ScienceCentral, <a href="http://cassi.cas.org/publication.jsp?P=eCQtRPJo9AQyz133K_ll3zLPXfcr-WXf62cA5YoyGSX07XX5_XAlELX0o-NGd2nCWz-Yp3Mp68u2vK_m5Dc2FXIMFuyTlx1lInXDJK1XZ2wyz133K_ll3zLPXfcr-WXf-9sRQmIIxJMyz133K_ll3zLPXfcr-WXfBxbbDiw_BX6jkH_VUYDsrQ">CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service)</a>, NewJour, WorldCat, Google Scholar, ROAD.</p>en-USEuropean Online Journal of Natural and Social Sciences1805-3602Authors who publish with this journal agree to the following terms:<br /> <ol type="a"><li>Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication with the work simultaneously licensed under a <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" target="_new">Creative Commons Attribution License</a> that allows others to share the work with an acknowledgement of the work's authorship and initial publication in this journal.</li><li>Authors are able to enter into separate, additional contractual arrangements for the non-exclusive distribution of the journal's published version of the work (e.g., post it to an institutional repository or publish it in a book), with an acknowledgement of its initial publication in this journal.</li><li>Authors are permitted and encouraged to post their work online (e.g., in institutional repositories or on their website) prior to and during the submission process, as it can lead to productive exchanges, as well as earlier and greater citation of published work (See <a href="http://opcit.eprints.org/oacitation-biblio.html" target="_new">The Effect of Open Access</a>).</li></ol>Providing a Pattern and Planning Method for Footpaths and Sidewalks to Protect Deteriorated and Vulnerable Urban Contexts
https://european-science.com/eojnss/article/view/6849
This research seeks to answer this question to prevent the waste of capital in routes without potential and allocate facilities and facilities to routes with potential to encourage people to move on foot on short trips. Through what criteria and indicators can the existing potential of the roads be measured, and as a result, by finding the optimal routes for pedestrian traffic, one of the most important problems of the public's lack of acceptance of non-motorized transportation can be solved. At first, by using the descriptive-analytical research method, through library studies, the existing literature in this field and also the experiences of other countries of the world and Iran have been investigated. In this way, the theoretical framework of the research has been formed and effective criteria and indicators have been extracted in measuring the potential of roads for pedestrian movement. In this way, four criteria of land use, traffic safety, security, attractiveness, and comfort have been defined. The extracted criteria and sub-criteria are valued through the process of hierarchical analysis and the Delphi method. In the next step, by using the case-based research method, the data related to the sub-criteria at the level of the roads in the study area are collected through observation and interview entered into the geographic information system, and finally analyzed by the geographic information system and in some cases, The layout of the space (to measure the network continuity) is done and the routes with potential for pedestrian movement are extracted. Finally, from the summation of the weighted values obtained for each of the roads regarding land use criteria, traffic safety, security attractiveness, and comfort, the final score of each of the roads in the study area (intended statistical population) about the potential Passages are obtained to create suitable routes for pedestrian traffic.Seyednima Naghibi IravaniSeyyed Arash SohrabiNima GheitaraniSamad Dehghan2024-01-312024-01-3113(*Review Article) Research on Privatization Reform of China's Loss-making Public Utilities
https://european-science.com/eojnss/article/view/6840
<p class="15">In this paper, an exposition of the background of China's privatization reform in public utilities, along with an analysis of the reform's content and effectiveness, is presented and organized based on relevant public administration theory and practice. Secondly, a thorough examination of the factors constituting the primary obstacle in China's privatization reform of public utilities is undertaken. Addressing issues arising from private companies pursuing profit while public utility entities seek to avoid losses, it is argued that the incomplete reform of government functions, the constraints of traditional ideology, and the lack of supervision in the privatization of public utilities contribute to these challenges. Finally, recommendations for loss-making public utilities in the privatization reform are put forth. These involve further reforms in the utilities' business model, the establishment of new operational and service paradigms, and the enhancement of government support,regulatory measures,and coordination during the reform process. These measures aim to address the existing challenges in China's loss-making public utilities during the privatization reform.</p>Li Yihui2024-01-312024-01-3113Evaluation and Optimization of Building Greening Methods in Four Different Climates Using Building Information Modeling (BIM)
https://european-science.com/eojnss/article/view/6850
<p>BIM, which stands for Building Information Modeling, is a methodology that allows architects to digitally simulate their design and manage all the information related to an architectural project. BIM systems include the fourth dimension (time dimension) and the fifth dimension (cost dimension). On the other hand, sustainable development is a complex concept that includes different aspects. In sustainability, the three economic, environmental, and social aspects are fully interacting with each other, and most researchers examine sustainability in these three main aspects (Triple Bottom Line) of environmental, social, and economic sustainability. Therefore, in this research, we have examined four objectives, which first evaluate the impact of building orientation on reducing energy consumption by using building information modeling (BIM) and determine the most optimal direction. Then we examine the effect of the placement of skylights and openings on reducing energy consumption by using building information modeling (BIM). Finally, we examine the effect of using green facades and building smartness on the energy consumption of the building. Finally, by comparing the results obtained from the Design-Builder software, the most optimal modes are determined.</p>Hamid SamamiSeyednima Naghibi IravaniSeyyed Arash SohrabiNima GheitaraniSamad Dehghan2024-01-312024-01-3113Analyzing the Mechanism of the Possible Effect of Place Attachment of Residents of Iranian Neighborhoods in Improving the Level of Quality of Life (Study Example: Joolan Neighborhood in Hamedan City)
https://european-science.com/eojnss/article/view/6851
<p>According to the assumptions of the present research, indicators such as the mentality of the residents of the neighborhood about people's quality of life, the mentality of the residents of the neighborhood about their quality of life, the perception of citizens towards the safety of their living environment are among the hidden variables that can have direct effects on mental quality of life as one of Internal factors and indirect effects on local quality of life. Joolan neighborhood is one of the old neighborhoods with the identity of Joolan neighborhood in Joolan neighborhood in Hamedan city, which is located in the first ring and the middle of Mahdieh Street, Madani, and Taleghani Boulevard, and it is considered the study sample of this research. Statistical analyzes in the present study show a statistically significant relationship between satisfaction with housing and overall satisfaction with life in Joolan neighborhood in Hamedan City at a significance level of less than 0.05 (Sig<0.05, R=0 208) exists. Such a correlation exists for most of the objective indicators with the overall satisfaction of quality of life, although its intensity is different. These findings can be used in the periodic repetition of the quality of life survey. Although some of the presented cases seem clear, in most of the surveys, obvious and repeated points are ignored and mistakes are repeated. The following can be mentioned from the experimental findings of the survey of quality of life awareness in Joolan neighborhood in Hamedan city.</p>Nima GheitaraniSeyyed Arash SohrabiSeyednima Naghibi IravaniSamad Dehghan2024-02-122024-02-1213Experiences of Secondary School Administrators in the Implementation of Distance Learning Delivery Modality in the New Normal
https://european-science.com/eojnss/article/view/6846
<p>The coronavirus outbreak had provided varied challenges to the school administrators in managing the schools. This qualitative study determined the experiences of 20 secondary school heads of the Ozamiz City Division. Through a phenomenological approach, this research endeavor comprised a series of interviews and focus group discussions in gathering the data, which were categorized into themes using Van Manen’s thematic analysis. The five central themes are (1) Preparing Learning Continuity Plan (LCP) for Distance Learning, (2) Attending virtual meetings and webinars, (3) performance monitoring and evaluation, (4) conducting assessment activities, and (5) managing administrative tasks. The school heads had different experiences as they performed the function of administrative support in preparation for the school's readiness for the implementation of distance learning. The researchers concluded that although some school heads find the implementation challenging due to varied preparations that need to be done, they still persevere in implementing the program. The optimism of the school heads in implementing distance learning was very strong. The study recommends that school administrators be trained on time management and stress management so they can cope smoothly with the challenges brought about by education during the pandemic.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p>Jean B. AlindoGenelyn R. Baluyos2024-03-062024-03-0613