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Zeynep Toprak
Kadir Has University
Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Social Sciences

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CARBON TRADING AND MANGROVE FORESTS: MEASURING THE ECONOMIC VALUE OF “BLUE CARBON” AS A NEW ASSET IN LOW CARBON DEVELOPMENT POLICY Ahmet Demir; Zeynep Toprak; Cemil Kaya
Journal of Selvicoltura Asean Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jsa.v2i3.2739

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The global imperative for low-carbon development necessitates the formal integration of Nature-based Solutions. Mangrove forests, known for their superior carbon sequestration as “Blue Carbon,” offer a crucial asset, yet their economic potential remains severely constrained by valuation and policy standardization issues. This study aimed to develop a standardized Total Economic Valuation (TEV) framework for Indonesian Blue Carbon and analyze the regulatory requirements for its formal inclusion in the national carbon trading policy. A mixed-methods design utilized biophysical data from two major mangrove regions, employing financial modeling (Discounted Cash Flow and Monte Carlo simulations) to calculate TEV, and policy analysis to assess governance readiness. The TEV averaged USD 21,500 ha, nearly three times the carbon-only value, demonstrating the asset’s premium quality and superior financial stability (45% lower IRR volatility). However, a significant governance bottleneck was identified (Policy Alignment Index 65%), primarily due to a centralized Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) system and uncertain community benefit sharing, which actively inhibits market entry. Blue Carbon is validated as a high-integrity, de-risked asset, but its realization depends critically on policy intervention, urging the immediate adoption of the TEV framework and the decentralization of MRV to ensure social equity and accelerate climate finance.
DIGITAL GOVERNANCE AND PUBLIC SERVICE INNOVATION: CHALLENGES FOR CONTEMPORARY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Murat Arslan; Zeynep Toprak; Cemil Kaya; Eka Anjani Sapitri
Cognitionis Civitatis et Politicae Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/politicae.v3i1.3548

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Digital governance has become a central strategy in contemporary public administration, driven by rapid technological advancements and increasing demands for efficient, transparent, and citizen-centered services. The integration of digital technologies promises to transform public service delivery; however, the extent to which these transformations result in meaningful innovation remains contested. The study aims to examine how digital governance influences public service innovation and to identify the institutional and organizational challenges that shape its effectiveness. A mixed-methods research design was employed, combining survey data from 120 public sector professionals with qualitative analysis of interviews and policy documents. Quantitative analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed through thematic coding to capture contextual dynamics. The findings reveal that digital governance significantly improves operational efficiency but has limited impact on citizen engagement and participatory outcomes. Evidence indicates that organizational capacity, leadership, and institutional culture play critical roles in mediating innovation processes, often constraining the transformative potential of digital technologies. The study concludes that digital governance should be understood as a socio-technical process requiring alignment between technology, institutions, and citizen needs, offering important implications for policy development and administrative reform.
NUTRITIONAL QUALITY IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS: ENHANCING FOOD SECURITY THROUGH FUNCTIONAL FOODS AND NUTRIENT-RICH CROPS Zeynep Toprak; Hale Yilmaz; Ahmad Zamroni
Techno Agriculturae Studium of Research Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/agriculturae.v3i2.3645

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Food security debates have increasingly shifted from the question of how much food is produced to the question of what nutritional value that food delivers to populations. This study aimed to examine how the nutritional quality of agricultural products, particularly functional foods and nutrient-rich crops, contributes to stronger household food security. A convergent mixed-methods design was employed, combining laboratory analysis of 30 agricultural product samples, household survey data from 150 respondents, and in-depth interviews with 15 key informants drawn from farming, market, and nutrition sectors. The findings showed that nutrient-rich crops and functional food products contained substantially higher levels of protein, iron, zinc, dietary fiber, beta-carotene, and phenolic compounds than conventional staples. Households with greater access to these products reported higher dietary diversity, lower food insecurity scores, and better perceived dietary adequacy. Qualitative evidence further revealed that local processing, market accessibility, nutrition awareness, and community acceptance strengthened the food security effects of nutritionally superior products. Nutritional quality in agricultural products can therefore be understood as a strategic pillar of food security, supporting a shift from quantity-oriented agriculture toward nutrition-sensitive, health-promoting, and more resilient food systems. These findings highlight the need for integrated agricultural, nutritional, and policy interventions across food systems.
SHARIAH ECONOMIC LAW IN A GLOBALIZED MARKET: LEGAL ADAPTATION, HARMONIZATION, AND RESISTANCE Zeynep Toprak; Cemil Kaya; Eva Janssen
Sharia Oikonomia Law Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/solj.v4i1.3591

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Shariah economic law is increasingly shaped by the dynamics of globalization, where cross-border finance, international standards, and regulatory convergence influence how Islamic legal principles are interpreted and applied. Expanding integration into global markets raises critical questions about the balance between legal adaptation, harmonization, and resistance, particularly in maintaining normative integrity while ensuring economic competitiveness. This study aims to examine how these three legal orientations interact in shaping contemporary Islamic economic law across different jurisdictions. A qualitative normative–juridical research design is employed through systematic analysis of 98 legal documents, including jurisprudential texts, regulatory frameworks, and international standards. Analytical matrices and thematic coding are used to identify patterns of legal transformation, institutional mediation, and interpretive diversity. The findings reveal that Shariah economic law evolves through a dynamic interplay of adaptation, harmonization, and resistance, with hybrid frameworks emerging as dominant responses to global pressures. Harmonization enhances regulatory coherence, adaptation ensures contextual flexibility, and resistance preserves doctrinal authenticity. The study concludes that effective governance requires integrative approaches that balance global alignment with normative preservation, ensuring that Islamic economic law remains both relevant and ethically grounded in a globalized financial system.
Reimagining Community Empowerment: Integrating Digital Technology, Social Innovation, and Cultural Sustainability Zeynep Toprak; Cemil Kaya; Hale Yilmaz; Guntur Arie Wibowo
Pengabdian: Jurnal Abdimas Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/abdimas.v4i1.3409

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Background: Community empowerment has become increasingly complex in the context of rapid digital transformation, evolving social challenges, and the growing urgency of cultural sustainability. Conventional empowerment models often treat digital technology, social innovation, and culture as separate domains, limiting their capacity to respond holistically to contemporary community needs. Objective: This study aims to reimagine community empowerment by examining how digital technology, social innovation, and cultural sustainability can be integrated into a coherent and mutually reinforcing framework. Methods: The research employed a qualitative-dominant design supported by descriptive and inferential analysis. Data were collected through interviews, observations, document analysis, and secondary program data involving community members, local leaders, and innovation facilitators. Results: The findings indicate that communities achieve stronger empowerment outcomes when digital tools are embedded within socially driven innovation and aligned with local cultural values. Integrated practices enhance participation, collective agency, innovation capacity, and cultural continuity, while technology-centered approaches alone produce limited and uneven outcomes. Conclusion: The study concludes that sustainable community empowerment requires an integrative approach in which digital technology functions as an enabling instrument, social innovation acts as a transformative mechanism, and cultural sustainability provides normative grounding. This model offers a holistic pathway for inclusive and resilient community development.
Decentralized Peer Review and e-Assessment in Hybrid Learning: Blockchain as a Tool for Equitable Feedback Mechanisms Sevda Kara; Murat Arslan; Zeynep Toprak
Journal Emerging Technologies in Education Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jete.v3i3.2235

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Background. The integrity and equity of assessment in hybrid learning environments have been increasingly challenged by issues of transparency, bias, and centralized control. Traditional peer review systems often lack traceability and accountability, leading to concerns about the fairness and credibility of formative feedback. Purpose. This study explores the application of blockchain technology as a decentralized infrastructure for peer review and e-assessment in hybrid learning contexts. The research aims to evaluate how blockchain-based systems can enhance feedback transparency, reviewer accountability, and student trust in digital assessment processes. Method. Employing a design-based research methodology, a prototype blockchain-enabled peer assessment platform was developed and tested with 92 university students across two hybrid courses. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected through platform analytics, student surveys, and focus group discussions. Results. The results demonstrate that blockchain-based systems can serve not only as secure ledgers but also as ethical architectures for equitable formative assessment Conclusion. The study concludes that blockchain offers a viable mechanism for building equitable, transparent, and tamper-resistant assessment systems in hybrid learning. The research contributes to the growing field of educational technology by introducing a scalable model for decentralized e-assessment.
Co-Authors Ahmad Zamroni Ahmet Demir Cemil Kaya Cemil Kaya Eka Anjani Sapitri Eva Janssen Guntur Arie Wibowo Hale Yilmaz Murat Arslan Sevda Kara