Knowledge Hub
Beyond Sustainability: Indigenous Knowledge Systems for Locally and Globally Renewing Earth Relations
2023
Author(s): Huaman ES, Walker J
The article directs reader attention to Indigenous Knowledge Systems that interrupt mainstream definitions and applications of sustainable development through grounding in situ and close attention to contexts, cultural practices, and languages that propose human activity for life’s sake.
Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Drought Preparedness in Rural Umzingwane in Zimbabwe
2023
Author(s): Mandiopera WD, Ndlovu T, Kai G
The study found that IKS informs early detection of drought and response strategies in rural Umzingwane. In predicting drought hazards, communities rely on observing animal behaviour, fruiting of trees and growth of certain species in certain seasons.
Whose Land Are You On? What to Know About the Indigenous Land Back Movement.
2023
Author(s): Schneider L
Indigenous scholar Lindsey Schneider addresses the ill-gotten legacy of settler colonialism with an introduction to the Land Back movement.
Biodiversity Credits: A Guide to Support Early Use with High Integrity
2023
Author(s): World Economic Forum
Improper use of biodiversity credits may harm nature and local communities, as well as exposing buyers to strategic, operational and reputational risks. This report offers initial guidance for companies to take early action with high integrity on biodiversity credits while standards and advice are evolving
Creating a Model for Faculty Success: Faculty Advancement Initiative for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and People of Color at the University at Albany
2023
Author(s): Serrano CA, Vasquez E,Gayle DDB,Enriquez J,Dirlam J,Yuan XJ
The article discussed the findings of the BILPOC community initiative that was formed to provide support and opportunities for diverse workforce, while also creating a positive and sustainable scholarly environment, which might serve as a model for other institutions.
Rice Cakes of North-East Region of India: A Systematic Review
2023
Author(s): Basaiawmoit B , Mishraa BK, Hati S
Rice cakes are well-known in the North-east region and are mainly consumed during tea time, ceremonies, festivals, and other occasions. This paper documents the indigenous techniques for rice-based foods in the North-eastern region of India.
Helping Culture and Traditional Cooperation of Women in Guilan
2023
Author(s): Nazarimoghaddam J , Abbasi H
This study is a descriptive and analytical research in which an attempt has been made to investigate aspects of the culture of cooperation and cooperation among the women of Gilan with an anthropological approach while paying attention to the lived experience of the people of Gilan. The findings of the research indicate that the forms of help among the women of Gilan are very diverse and diverse, and not only in rice cultivation.
Traditional Medicines of the Himalayan Region: Anti-Dermatophytic Potential and Mode of Action of Isolated Compounds
2023
Author(s): Bibi R, Adnan M, Tariq A, Mussarat S, Andaleeb R, Khan AUR
The aim of the present review is to compile fragmented literature on ethnodermatology, anti-dermatophytic activities of the Himalayan flora, their active phytoconstituents and to discover gaps in the research for further studies that may provide targeted drug development.
Commercially Important Medicinal Plants of North East India and Their Current Applications: A Review
2023
Author(s): Dutta AK, Dutta PP, Pathak B , Barman D, Baruah P, Devi D
The present study has compiled and enlisted the wide range of medicinal plants used by different ethnic communities along with the highly traded medicinal and endemic plant species of superior quality attributes in the region.
Upgrading Traditional Techniques Boosts Production of Famous Azerbaijani Tomatoes: Farmers Have Joined Together to Update Time-Honoured Practices and Increase Yields
2023
Author(s): Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Sayad village is one of the most ancient settlements nestled on the Caspian Sea coast of Azerbaijan’s Khachmaz district. It’s long been famous for its numerous varieties of succulent tomatoes thanks to the farmers’ careful cultivation of the crop and the sunny climate.



