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Research Papers/Articles
Bamboo Shoots: An Exploration Into Its Culinary Heritage in India and Its Nutraceutical Potential

2023

Author(s): Acharya B , Behera A, Kumar P , Dilnawaz F, Behera S

The article discusses the traditional methods of consumption and processing of bamboo shoots, along with the various traditional recipes that use bamboo shoots.

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Cultural Significance of Western Himalayan Wild Food Plants

2023

Author(s): Khan S, Masoodi TH, Pala NA, Islam MA, Raja A, Rizvi SZ

The present investigation revealed that various wild plant species are consumed as food by Himalayan communities of Kashmir valley to sustain their basic needs of life. Diverse plant parts utilized commonly were leaves, wild fruits, delicate shoots and roots. These wild food plants make significant contribution to the well-being of native communities by providing them substantial food and nutritional diets.

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Books
The Routledge Companion to Global Indigenous History

2023

Author(s): McGrath A, Russell L

The book presents exciting new innovations in the dynamic field of Indigenous global history while also outlining ethical, political, and practical research.

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Turtle Island: Working with Indigenous Grandparents and their Grandchildren in Group Counseling

2023

Author(s): Brown C.L, Fernando D, Robbins R

The authors present activities and processes to support clinicians and their consideration for working with Indigenous clients. All phases of implementation, from participant and facilitator recruitment to the concluding honoring feast, as well as group activities, process questions, and accompanying projects, are described in detail.

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Importance of Centering Traditional Knowledge and Indigenous Culture in Geoscience Education

2023

Author(s): Todd WF, Towne CE, Clarke JB

This study aims to show through authentic voice the importance of centering TK systems and cultural needs to provide equitable geoscience education programs. TK can be communicated through a variety of methods, such as story and song, dance, paintings, carvings, structures, and textiles.

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This paper examined the connections between cultural-emotional learning and academic achievement in AI/AN students through the cultural lens of practitioners and educators.

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Opinions/Videos
What is Traditional Knowledge?

2023

Author(s): United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

Traditional Knowledge refers to the knowledge,innovations and practices of indigenous and local peoples around the world.It is founded and maintained by communities and can be informed by experience gained over millennia transmitted orally in stories,songs and folklore and through building techniques,agricultural methods, and more. It help communities thrive and build critical capacity in challenging physical environments.

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Research Papers/Articles
Traditional Crafts. A Literature Review Focused on Sustainable Development

2023

Author(s): Zbuchea A

Traditional crafts are compatible with the concept of sustainable development, which gives them another boost. The present paper represents one of the very few literature reviews in the field of traditional crafts aiming to map the knowledge we possess on traditional crafts.

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Indigenous Technical Knowledge on the Medicinal Uses of Natural Resins and Gums in India

2023

Author(s): Thombare N, Kumari U, Sakare P, Chowdhury AR, Lohot VD, Prasad N

This review discusses the medicinal benefits of important natural resins and gums to highlight their potential and popularity as a medicine.

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Indigenous Technical Knowledge (ITK) Used in Agriculture By Selected Ethnic Communities of Assam

2023

Author(s): Borah N ,Bey BS, Deka N

The role of Indigenous Technical Knowledge (ITK) in a range of sectors is being talked about. Over the years, people have tried to develop new farming techniques based on their experience and age old experiments for their farming operation. Assam consists of a large number of ethnic groups that have different ITKs relating to agricultural sector.