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The Impact of Interactive Classroom Interior Design on Student’s Perceived Well-being: A Case Study of Egyptian Language Schools in Cairo.
No full textThe impact of classroom interior design on students’ perceived well- being, encompassing cognitive, physical, and social aspects, is substantial. While there is increasing evidence supporting the importance of individual interior elements such as lighting, colour, and furniture, most research examines these factors separately, neglecting their combined effects. This research seeks to examine how an integrated approach to interactive classroom interior design through flexible seating areas, ergonomic furniture, natural lighting, colours psychology, acoustics, and thermal comfort influences student well- being (physical, social, and cognitive). The research explores the most effective combinations of design components in fostering a positive and supportive learning environment by measuring perceived 1) physical wellbeing: comfort level, overall physical and mental health; 2) cognitive wellbeing: concentration, focus, and interruption level; and 3) social wellbeing: collaboration, stress, and distraction level. This research adopts descriptive literature review method, comparative analysis, and questionnaire to collect data, and descriptive statistical analysis to analyse it. In brief, results indicate that integrated design strategies, which combine multiple elements, significantly enhance student well-being, decrease stress levels, and improve concentration. Therefore, educational institutions are advised to implement such designs, though limitations in sample size and scope indicate a need for additional research across various educational contexts
CMS iRPC clustering algorithm and hit reconstruction
No full textOne of the upgrades of the CMS RPC system is the installation of new chambers – the improved Resistive Plate Chambers – with a new readout technology, achieving a space resolution along the strip of about 2 cm, enabling the inclusion of the RPC hit in the CMS muon reconstruction. The main characteristic of the improved RPC is the two side strip readout which makes a new clusterization algorithm necessary. The algorithm was developed during the test beams at GIF++ and its implementation in CMS Software is under development. In this work we present the main idea of the algorithm, the final hit reconstruction in the chamber, and the results obtained in the test beams
Holding transnational corporations accountable for ecocide and climate-related human rights violations
No full textThe climate emergency and the scale of environmental harm require moving beyond voluntary and overly localized approaches to establish binding legal mechanisms at the global level. Transnational corporations operating in high-impact ecological sectors must be held accountable for their actions — not only to remedy the damage caused, but also to prevent future violations. COP30 in Belém presents a unique opportunity to place legal and institutional accountability at the core of international negotiations. By building on existing instruments, the ethical ambitions of the COP presidency, and strengthened cooperation between states, civil society, and private actors, it is possible to construct a credible framework toward normative transition and a future climate tribunal. This process must strike a balance between firmness and support for economies dependent on fossil fuels and ecocidal practices, to ensure that climate justice becomes a genuine lever for protecting human rights and preserving the environment
Toward a More-than-Human Climate Diplomacy: Reclaiming Justice beyond the Western Gaze
No full textThis policy paper interrogates the structural injustices embedded in the COP negotiation system, arguing that global climate governance remains constrained by colonial legacies, epistemic hierarchies, and an anthropocentric diplomatic model. Despite its stated goals of inclusivity, the UNFCCC process continues to marginalise Indigenous, Global South, and alternative voices, reinforcing power asymmetries that shape both participation and outcomes. Based in case studies from Ecuador and Bolivia—where rights of nature and Indigenous governance have been integrated into legal frameworks—this paper examines how alternative systems of environmental stewardship and political subjectivity can inform a more just diplomatic architecture. It proposes pragmatic, system-oriented reforms to the COP process, including the creation of advisory bodies with binding influence, legal recognition of nature as a stakeholder, quotas for Indigenous representation, and the establishment of a Standing Forum on Decolonial Climate Governance. Ultimately, the paper argues that transforming COP from a technocratic arena into a space where the plurality of voices is respected is essential to addressing climate breakdown in a truly inclusive and sustainable manner
Adaptive Urban Design for Delta Cities: Strategies for Resilience in the Face of Climate Change
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Building Smarter Roads: Using AI to Strengthen Climate-Resilient Transportation Infrastructure in Belém
No full textThe Relationship Between Capacity Building and Action Climate Empowerment
No full textDespite robust international recognition of the importance of Capacity building and Action climate empowerment, they are frequently stuck in translating into sustained, tangible climate action at national and local levels. In this sense, the pervasive implementation gap significantly undermines these efforts, specifically in developing countries. That is why this paper explores the critical barriers, including systemic fragmentation of governance and chronic underfunding of climate actions. Thus, this paper aims to strengthen and integrate Capacity Building and Action Climate Empowerment for climate solutions, as it is claimed that the most critical issue within this domain is the persistent disconnect between policy commitments and tangible, on-the-ground impact. To tackle this critical implementation gap, the paper proposes two actionable policy recommendations, which are strengthening national institutional frameworks and integrate governance for Action Climate Empowerment (ACE), besides mobilizing sustainable climate finance for capacity development and Action Climate Empowerment (ACE). In this respect, the purpose of these recommendations is to empower all members of society to engage in climate action actively and effectively to achieve global climate goals. While the world prepares for COP-30 in Belém, the focus should be on accelerating concrete, applicable, and impactful climate solution