Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University

Perceptions and preferences of teaching methods among medical students in Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Nigeria – A mixed methods study

Introduction This study investigated the perceptions and preferences of medical students at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) regarding various teaching methods, including lectures, problem-based learning (PBL), team-based learning (TBL), practical demonstrations, and digi...

Microstructural characterization, response surface modelling and multi-objective optimization of water hyacinth fibre-reinforced concrete

This study investigates the combined influence of water hyacinth fibre content (wt. % of cement) (0.5–2.0%) and fibre length (10–50 mm) on the water absorption (WA), density, and compressive strength (CS) of concrete using response surface modelling and multi-objective optimizati...

PropTech Adoption in Real Estate Management: The Role of AI, Big Data and Digital Platforms in Improving Property Management Performance

Abstract Property management has evolved significantly from traditional manual approaches to technology-driven operations, with Property Technology (PropTech) emerging as a transformative force in the real estate sector. The integration of Artificial Intelligence, Big Data analyt...

PropTech Adoption in Real Estate Management: The Role of AI, Big Data and Digital Platforms in Improving Property Management Performance

Abstract Property management has evolved significantly from traditional manual approaches to technology-driven operations, with Property Technology (PropTech) emerging as a transformative force in the real estate sector. The integration of Artificial Intelligence, Big Data analyt...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Real Estate Valuation: Developing an Explainable AI-Based Automated Valuation Model (AVM)

Abstract Property valuation remains fundamental to real estate markets, influencing investment decisions, mortgage lending, taxation, and financial reporting. Traditional valuation approaches relying on professional judgment have been increasingly criticized for subjectivity, inc...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Real Estate Valuation: Developing an Explainable AI-Based Automated Valuation Model (AVM)

Abstract Property valuation remains fundamental to real estate markets, influencing investment decisions, mortgage lending, taxation, and financial reporting. Traditional valuation approaches relying on professional judgment have been increasingly criticized for subjectivity, inc...

Assessing the Impact of Climate Change on Potato Production in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria

This study assessed the impact of climate change on potato production in Bokkos Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State, Nigeria, where potato farming underpins household income and food security. A quantitative survey design was adopted, drawing on a population of 1,285 reg...