Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Advances in Science Research & Computational Education
Articles
5 articles-
Integrating Generative AI and Adaptive Learning Frameworks in STEM Teacher Professional Development
This study examines the pedagogical efficacy of fine-tuned large language models in scaffolded inquiry tasks among 240 secondary school science teachers. Results show significant gains in conceptual mastery and automated diagnostic...
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Computational Modeling of Thermoelectric Nanomaterials for Waste Heat Energy Harvesting in Tropical Microgrids
Investigating bismuth telluride heterostructures via density functional theory (DFT) to optimize Seebeck coefficients. Computational outcomes demonstrate an 18% improvement in figure of merit (ZT) under simulated equatorial operating...
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Comparative Analysis of Problem-Based Learning versus Virtual Reality Laboratories in Undergraduate Molecular Biology
A longitudinal evaluation across three academic cohorts evaluating spatial comprehension and laboratory troubleshooting skills. Students utilizing immersive VR simulations demonstrated higher procedural retention rates.
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Machine Learning Applications in Soil Quality Assessment: Predictive Modeling of Heavy Metal Bioaccumulation
Utilizing ensemble gradient boosting (XGBoost) and random forest classifiers on multi-spectral satellite imagery and ground soil samples to forecast cadmium and lead bioaccumulation indices in agricultural river basins.
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Spectroscopic Characterization of Bioactive Secondary Metabolites from Endophytic Fungi in Sulawesi Mangrove Forests
Isolation and structural elucidation of polyketide derivatives from marine-derived Aspergillus isolates exhibiting antimicrobial properties against multi-drug resistant bacterial strains.