Human capital in urban management
Designing and explaining the improvisation model in the organizational entrepreneurship process

N. Moradi; A. Rezaeian; F. Hamidifar

Volume 7, Issue 2 , April 2022, , Pages 157-170

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2022.02.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Improvisation befalls during work and one cannot reprieve the response to the challenge and take action after thinking and planning. Improvisation can also enable organizations to be flexible and adapt to complex and turbulent conditions.  Extensive researches have been ...  Read More

Urban ecology and related environmental concerns
Modeling and zoning of land subsidence in the southwest of Tehran using artificial neural networks

M. Pishro; S. Khosravi; S.M. Tehrani; S.R. Mousavi

Volume 1, Issue 3 , July 2016, , Pages 159-168

https://doi.org/10.22034/ijhcum.2016.01.03.002

Abstract
  The earth's surface, due to its natural conditions and its structure is always changing and reshaping. One of the created deformations is the land subsidence. This is the most dangerous events which can be seen in most urban areas especially in the agricultural plains today. This study aims at zoning ...  Read More

Urban and municipalities management
Physical, chemical and biological quality assessment of aqueduct (Qanat) water for drinking, agriculture and irrigation of urban green spaces

P. Tolouei; F. Babaei Semiromi; R. Arjomandi; A.H. Hassani; R. A. Azizinejad

Volume 8, Issue 2 , April 2023, , Pages 161-178

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2023.02.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The aqueduct is one of the most complex and amazing inventions of human history, created to meet the most vital needs of human society in arid and semiarid regions areas. If aqueducts are properly maintained, reconstructed, and restored, they can be valuable water supply system ...  Read More

Sustainable urban infrastructure
Conceptualization of business excellence model with a grand theory approach

Y. Malek Mirzaee; M. Mahmoudi Maymand; A. Rajabzadeh; M. Samiei Nasr

Volume 4, Issue 3 , July 2019, , Pages 169-180

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2019.03.02

Abstract
  This study aims to conceptualize business excellence model and identify its variables and indicators. The philosophical foundations of the pragmatic, humanistic theory of symbolic interactionism has been, quietly and the strategy of grand theory deal with open, axial and selective coding; whose output ...  Read More

Urban health, safety and environment (HSE)
Underground transportation system risk assessment to mitigate vulnerability against natural disasters through intelligent urban management

H. Bahmanpour; M. Ehsani

Volume 3, Issue 3 , July 2018, , Pages 179-192

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2018.03.02

Abstract
  Quantitative and qualitative monitoring and evaluation of risk management programs will play an important role in the development of Tehran metropolitan railway transport. Considering the tectonic studies, seismic zones, land degradation and faults in north and south of Tehran, the development of underground ...  Read More

Urban ecology and related environmental concerns
Influence of public road proximity on ground-dwelling insect communities

H.S. Kimaro; A.W. Kisingo

Volume 2, Issue 3 , July 2017, , Pages 181-188

https://doi.org/10.22034/ijhcum.2017.02.03.002

Abstract
  Ecological studies on road’s impact on wildlife have concentrated on vertebrates although less is known of their effects on invertebrates. The current study presents public road influences on species richness, abundance, and diversity of ground dwelling insects in Arusha National Park in Tanzania. ...  Read More

Sustainable urban infrastructure
Optimization-based planning to assess the level of disaster in the city

A. Edrisi; A. Nadi; M. Askari

Volume 5, Issue 3 , July 2020, , Pages 199-206

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2020.03.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: After having struck in a major natural disaster like an earthquake, different organizations run about to decrease losses. The lack of accurate demand information is a common problem that all emergency response organizations have to encounter such a crisis. Evaluation of ...  Read More

Human capital in urban management
Servant leadership and work engagement: Exploring the mediation role of affective commitment and job satisfaction

U. Udin; G. Rakasiwi; R. Dananjoyo

Volume 9, Issue 2 , April 2024, , Pages 205-216

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2024.02.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: As organizations seek effective ways to lead in a dynamic world, servant leadership will likely remain relevant. Servant leaders focus on serving others and nurturing the growth of employees to create positive work environments. However, there still exists a gap in the literature ...  Read More

Urban and municipalities management
Domestic water consumption pattern and awareness of urban households

A. Narmilan; N. Puvanitha; G. Niroash; R. Vassanthini; M. Sugirtharan

Volume 6, Issue 3 , July 2021, , Pages 225-236

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2021.03.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Increased demand for water has put pressure on the water supply system, which has led to environmental issues such as water resource over-exploitation and ecosystem balance breaks. This study aimed to examine household water consumption trends and management practices and compare ...  Read More

Urban ecology and related environmental concerns
Effects of long-term municipal waste compost application on the concentrations of macro elements and yield of rice

M. Ranjbar; Gh. Sadeghnejadtalouki; M. Ghajar Sepanlou; F. Sadegh Zadeh; M.A. Bahmanyar

Volume 1, Issue 4 , October 2016, , Pages 243-252

https://doi.org/10.22034/ijhcum.2016.04.002

Abstract
  An experiment was conducted as randomized complete block design with three replications and 14 fertilizer treatments in year 2014. The treatments were including the control, application of chemical fertilizers according the soil analysis, application of 15, 30 and 45 tons of municipal  waste compost ...  Read More

Urban ecology and related environmental concerns
Human population growth as proximate cause of wetland dynamics

B.O. Adeleke

Volume 2, Issue 4 , October 2017, , Pages 259-266

https://doi.org/10.22034/ijhcum.2017.02.04.002

Abstract
  The study examined the influence of population as proximate cause of wetland dynamics in the lower Ogun river basin of southwestern, Nigeria. Both primary and secondary data were used for the study. The primary data included 100 questionnaires administered and distributed among the fadama users group ...  Read More

Sustainable urban infrastructure
Invasion of Parthenium hysterophorus L. across land use types in Kirtipur Municipality

K.C. Upendra; S. Bharat

Volume 4, Issue 4 , October 2019, , Pages 259-268

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2019.04.02

Abstract
  Parthenium hysterophorus, an invasive alien weed, is spreading rapidly across various land uses in Nepal. To understand how Parthenium is spreading across land uses at local scale, occurrence of this weed was recorded and its’ coverage in percent estimated along trails and road network at every ...  Read More

Urban ecology and related environmental concerns
Modeling of vegetation index and land surface temperature to identify and compare the changing trends, using generalized estimating equations

I. Sharma

Volume 3, Issue 4 , October 2018, , Pages 279-286

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2018.04.02

Abstract
  Normalized difference vegetation index and land surface temperature data, in a sample plot each from east, center and west of Nepal, from 2000 to 2015, were analyzed to identify and compare the trends of vegetation and temperature changes during the period. The data were obtained from moderate resolutions ...  Read More

Sustainable urban infrastructure
Analysis of factors affecting entrepreneurship, market, knowledge management in clean production and sustainable competitive advantage

R. Tayyebirad; Y. Vakil Alroaia

Volume 5, Issue 4 , October 2020, , Pages 291-304

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2020.04.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: An emerging type of innovation that leads to dramatic improvement in management processes and methods, and at the same time promotes innovation, is entrepreneurship for preserving cleaner production. However, few studies have been conducted to examine the impact of entrepreneurial ...  Read More

Urban architecture, design, development and planning
Conceptual model of the role of urban pause space in promoting social interactions

Z. Yaghoubpour; F. Habib; Z.S.S. Zarabadi

Volume 7, Issue 3 , July 2022, , Pages 309-326

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2022.03.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Urban pause refers to those places where social interactions, human communication and the presence of people, which is the identity and meaning of the environment, are formed and are a place for citizens to gather. In fact, it is a pedestrian area or a public place for urban ...  Read More

Urban architecture, design, development and planning
Investigation of the relationship between urban stress and urban resilience

Kh. Moghani Rahimi; M. Behzadfar; S. jalilisadrabad

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2023, , Pages 317-332

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2023.03.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Making society resilient is considered a critical and challenging issue in mental health planning or stress-relieving urban planning. However; although in recent years, many studies have separately addressed stress and urban resilience, no study has explained the relationship ...  Read More

Information and communications technology in Urban Management
Adoption of online retail banking practices as a precautionary protective behavior during the Covid-19 Pandemic

F.E.A. Afridi; B. Ayaz; M. Irfan

Volume 6, Issue 4 , October 2021, , Pages 365-374

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2021.04.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Increase in online banking activities has been observed in the new normal of the Covid-19 pandemic. Previous studies argued that fraudsters tend to prey on unexpected events. This threat is also frightening online consumers of retail banking. Therefore, this study aimed to ...  Read More

Urban and municipalities management
Determinants of technical inefficiency in solid waste collection service

L.A. Chamwali; A.J. Mzava; S. Watundu

Volume 7, Issue 4 , October 2022, , Pages 455-468

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2022.04.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Developing countries have been experiencing a rapid increase in their population. This comes in hand with more human activity and hence increased solid waste generation as one of the by-products. The continuous surge in solid waste generation is a challenge to these countries. ...  Read More

Sustainable urban infrastructure
Optimization of energy consumption of ozone generator and plasma generator in decolorization and disinfecting of water system in urban residence

M.H. Mosstafavi; A.R. Karbassi; M. Pazoki

Volume 8, Issue 4 , October 2023, , Pages 457-468

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2023.04.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The water field futurology is mostly focused on the water shortage and resulting political-security crises. However, the emphasis of this study is on the water pollution crisis. This study utilizes water decolorization and microbial decontamination as novel and low-risk methods ...  Read More

Human capital in urban management
The impact of implementing green human resources practices on employee engagement sustainability

N. Razali; H. Vasudevan

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 21 December 2023

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2024.03.02

Abstract
  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Malaysia's food and beverage industry provides a diverse range of regional and global cuisines, reflecting the country's diverse population. Profit, the development of new products, customer and employee satisfaction, and the sustainability of employee engagement have ...  Read More

Urban health, safety and environment (HSE)
Development of new citizenship HSE model for schools and kindergartens of Tehran Metropolitan City

A.R. Karbassi; M. Shahpasand; A.A. Rajabi; H.A. Ghafari

Volume 1, Issue 1 , January 2016, , Pages 19-30

https://doi.org/10.7508/ijhcum.2016.01.003

Abstract
  Today many of wide scope and famous organizations design and develop HSE models to achieve a more suitable HSE management system for their own purposes. To implement such models some requirements should be considered in line with defined goals and missions. The present study was carried out in order ...  Read More

Urban ecology and related environmental concerns
Design an optimized model to improve natural ventilation thorough the roof orientation

Z. Alaghehmandan; M. Mahmoudi

Volume 3, Issue 1 , January 2018, , Pages 19-30

https://doi.org/10.22034/ijhcum.2018.03.01.003

Abstract
  Natural ventilation is among those effective methods that is useful in hot dry climates. One of its important uses is in the atrium spaces in the office buildings. Although, as a passive solution, it has a significant impact on the reduction of energy consumption, the control of inlet and outflow of ...  Read More

Urban ecology and related environmental concerns
Spatial distribution of urban green spaces using entropy model and coefficient of dispersion

A.R. Sadeghi; M. Khakzand; M.A. Dehghani

Volume 4, Issue 1 , January 2019, , Pages 23-32

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2019.01.03

Abstract
  In the present era, the importance and role of green space in the life and development of cities are to the extent that it is mentioned as one of the indicators of sustainable development. In sustainable urban development, proportional distribution of green space according to the balanced distribution ...  Read More

Urban social and cultural welfare
The Relationship between dimensions of glass ceiling and organizational commitment of women employees

F. Forootan Eghlidi; F. Karimi

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2020, , Pages 27-34

https://doi.org/10.22034/IJHCUM.2020.03.03

Abstract
  The aim of the present study was to determine the relationship between the dimensions of glass ceiling and the organizational commitment of women employees at University of Isfahan, which was conducted by a correlational-type descriptive method. The study population consisted of the women employees working ...  Read More

Urban civil engineering and related management issues
Comparative analysis of automation of production process with industrial robots in Asia/Australia and Europe

I. Karabegović

Volume 2, Issue 1 , January 2017, , Pages 29-38

https://doi.org/10.22034/ijhcum.2017.02.01.003

Abstract
  The term "INDUSTRY 4.0" or "fourth industrial revolution" was first introduced at the fair in 2011 in Hannover. It comes from the high-tech strategy of the German Federal Government that promotes automation-computerization to complete smart automation, meaning the introduction of a method of self-automation, ...  Read More