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Modularity, learning, and the mitigation of power-law distribution of delay in large-scale technological infrastructure delivery

Authors: Mahitthiburin K.; Andersen K.N.

Journal: International Journal of Information Systems and Project Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.12821/ijispm140302

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Abstract: Megaprojects, despite their crucial role in infrastructure delivery, consistently underperform in terms of time, especially when integrating technological innovations. Their reliance on the quantum leap approach struggles because of the temporary nature of project organizations and their inability to transfer experience across endeavors, producing ...

Late-Career Psychological Contracts: Retrospective and Prospective Exchange

Authors: Hesselberg H.S.

Journal: Scandinavian Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.16993/sjwop.418

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Abstract: European policy agendas to extend working lives place growing expectations on employers to retain late-career employees. Situated in three private organizations within Norway’s regulated yet market-exposed private sector, this study examines how employees in the later stages of their careers perceive imbalances in their psychological contracts, c...

Pulling the Brake: Worldwide Institutional Reactions to Uber’s Entry

Authors: Koutsimpogiorgos N.; Frenken K.; Herrmann A.M.; Punt M.B.

Journal: Sustainability Transitions and Industrial Transformation: Multi-Sector Dynamics and Policy Perspectives

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-4893-4_7

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Abstract: Online platforms connecting workers with clients in the ‘gig economy’ invoked numerous conflicts with government authorities, including prosecutions, court cases, and bans. This study examines the effects of national institutions on the negative institutional reactions experienced by Uber, which introduced novel platform technology from the tec...

Occupational credentials and migrants’ return aspirations: Evidence from foreign elderly-care workers in Japan

Authors: Nakamura N.; Suzuki A.

Journal: International Labour Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.16995/ilr.23803

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Abstract: While temporary migrants, especially in labour-intensive industries, are expected to contribute to economic growth and the labour market in their host and home countries, the motives for their return to their home countries are ambiguous. In this study, we investigate the effects of occupational credentials, as proof of skills, on migrant behaviour...

The Study of Stochastic Ranking Scales for Financial Risks of Different Levels of Catastrophicity

Authors: Minasyan V.B.

Journal: Finance: Theory and Practice

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.26794/2587-5671-2026-30-3-214-229

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Abstract: The concept of stochastic order between random variables has been formed and developed in science since the middle of the 20th century. However, it was only in the last decade that these concepts began to penetrate into risk management applications and into the actuarial field. This has made it possible for them to become an actively developing are...

The role of creative arts and eco tourism in promoting sustainable livelihoods in Botswana

Authors: Nthoi O.U.

Journal: Frontiers in Sustainable Tourism

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/frsut.2025.1683296

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Abstract: This study explores how sustainable craft making and eco tourism can support community empowerment in Botswana's Northwest District. Drawing on a qualitative, community based research design, data were collected between 2022 and 2024 through semi structured interviews, focus group discussions, and participant observation in five communities: Shorob...

Effect of probiotics and vitamins supplements on reproductive and egg quality of Ac chicken at 40-50 weeks old

Authors: Phuong L.T.; Nha P.T.

Journal: CTU Journal of Innovation and Sustainable Development

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.22144/ctujoisd.2026.001

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Abstract: The study investigated the impact of probiotics and vitamins (PV) on the reproductive performance and egg quality of Ac chickens' diet. The experiment was conducted using a completely random design with 250 hens, aged 40-50 weeks, housed in cages. There were 5 treatments, each with 5 repetitions, and 10 hens per repetition. The treatments correspon...

INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR TOURISM DEVELOPMENT: ARMENIA’S CASE

Authors: Yeghiazaryan M.; Manaseryan T.; Sargsyan N.; Badulescu A.; Hakobyan M.; Martirosyan A.

Journal: Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.30892/gtg.65247-1752

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Abstract: The article examines institutional challenges and development opportunities of tourism sector in Armenia within the context of sustainable economic growth. The research focuses on the influence of institutional quality, governance effectiveness, infrastructure development and adaptive tourism strategies on tourism performance in Armenia. A mixed-me...

Ferdinando Galiani: Economist, Diplomat and Philosopher in the Age of Enlightenment

Authors: Patalano R.

Journal: Ferdinando Galiani: Economist, Diplomat and Philosopher in the Age of Enlightenment

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-02793-1

Open Access: Yes

Abstract: This book provides unique insight into the intellectual life and economic ideas of Ferdinando Galiani. By placing his work within the development of economic science in the 18th century, it synthesises his ideas and places them within the history of economic thought. The key economic themes within Galiani’s work, alongside his innovative methodol...

UNDERSTANDING STUDENT ADOPTION OF GENERATIVE AI CHATBOTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION: AN INTEGRATED TAM-TRI APPROACH

Authors: Nassanbekova S.; Yeshenkulova G.; Nurguzhina A.; Ibrahim M.; Ibadildin N.

Journal: ECONOMICS - Innovative and Economics Research Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.2478/eoik-2026-0037

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Abstract: The rapid integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in education has created a growing need to understand the factors that shape students' adoption of these technologies. This study examines the behavioural, cognitive, and ethical determinants of AI chatbot use among university students. Drawing on the Technology Acceptance Model and t...

ENHANCING INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS THROUGH THE POTENTIAL APPLICATION OF BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY IN THE ITEGRATION OF QUALITY AND INFORMATION SECURITY

Authors: Djokic A.; Djordjevic M.Z.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01.026

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Abstract: In modern business environments, establishing a clear and concise mechanism for harmonizing various management areas, such as quality management, environmental protection, occupational health and safety, risk management, and information security, is of great importance. A fragmented approach to different aspects of management brings numerous challe...

Examining the Impact of ESG and Macroeconomic Determinants on Stock Return: Germany Context

Authors: Saha D.

Journal: Global Business and Finance Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.17549/gbfr.2026.31.5.79

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Abstract: Purpose: Assess how ESG performance and macroeconomic variables (GDP growth, inflation, unemployment) relate to stock returns in Germany, 2010-2024. Design/methodology/approach: Annual ESG scores, stock return and macroeconomic indicators are analyzed using regression and dynamic panel techniques, including OLS, Fixed Effects, and GMM, supported by...

Employee perceptions of VR training across generations: Insights into benefits and barriers

Authors: Volfova M.K.

Journal: E a M: Ekonomie a Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.15240/tul/001/2026-1-010

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Abstract: This study explores generational differences in employee perceptions of virtual reality (VR) training within corporate settings. As immersive technologies become increasingly integrated into organizational learning, understanding how diverse age cohorts respond to VR is critical for effective implementation. Based on a quantitative survey of 121 em...

Evaluation of Cement By-Pass Dust-Treated Desert Sand as Low-Permeability Barrier Material in Landfill Facilities

Authors: Karagoly Y.H.; Ameri A.A.; Al-Jabban W.J.; Alwash J.J.

Journal: Journal of Engineering, Project, and Production Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.32738/JEPPM-2025-128

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Abstract: The use of desert sand in its natural state as barrier material in engineered landfill systems is not possible due to its high hydraulic conductivity and low strength. Therefore, improvement of this type of soil is essential. The current study includes treatment of sand with different Cement By-Pass Dust (CBPD) percentages: 4%, 8%, 12%, 16%, 20%, 2...

Shaping Europe’s Future: The Convergence of AI, Data, and Robotics

Authors: Vornhagen H.; Piatkiewicz P.; Heintz F.; Schoenauer M.; Garmendia A.; Zeleti F.A.; Belbachir A.N.; Girardi E.; Röning J.; Curry E.

Journal: Artificial Intelligence, Data and Robotics: Foundations, Transformations and Future Directions

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-10561-5_2

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Abstract: This chapter explores the convergence of generative AI and robotics within the broader context of Europe’s AI, data, and robotics (ADR) strategy. It examines how these powerful general-purpose technologies are reshaping innovation across strategic sectors while also presenting complex challenges in safety, trustworthiness, and sustainability. The...

The impact of the five-factor model of personality on the performance of basketball players

Authors: Abbas I.M.

Journal: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2026.1766462

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Abstract: This research examined how the Five-Factor Model (Openness to Experience, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism) acts upon professional basketball players, exploring in addition whether these personality traits differ among playing position or levels of experience. A sample frame of 116 male professional players participat...

Friend or foe? The IMF, labour market reform, and women’s labour force participation

Authors: Metinsoy S.

Journal: International Labour Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.16995/ilr.23793

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Abstract: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) claims that its labour market reform facilitates the entry of women into the labour force and improves their employment prospects. In this article, I use an instrumental variable analysis of a sample of 109 countries between the years 1990 and 2014 to show that IMF-sponsored labour market reforms reduce female ...

The Effect of Financial Statement Comparability on the Cost of Equity Capital: The Role of Managerial Ability

Authors: Yassen A.R.; Jasim M.R.

Journal: WSEAS Transactions on Business and Economics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37394/23207.2026.23.48

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Abstract: This research aims to test the effect of financial statement comparability on the cost of equity capital of the company, and whether there are differences in this relationship that can be attributed to the level of managerial ability of executive managers. The study sample consisted of 24 companies listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange for the period f...

Investment Funds in the European Union: Current Landscape, Regulatory Framework and Future Challenges

Authors: Galetić F.

Journal: WSEAS Transactions on Business and Economics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37394/23207.2026.23.2

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Abstract: This paper investigates the present state of investment funds across the European Union together with market developments and regulatory changes and upcoming matters that define this essential financial sector. The European investment fund sector maintained assets worth approximately €18.8 trillion during 2020 which positions it as a leading forc...

EMPATHY AND ITS INFLUENCE ON KNOWLEDGE SHARING BEHAVIOUR AMONG EMPLOYEES

Authors: Puranik N.; Pustovrh A.

Journal: Management : Journal of Contemporary Management Issues

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.30924/mjcmi.31.si.6

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Abstract: This paper examines the phenomenon of knowledge sharing behaviour among employees in organizations and investigates the role of empathy in this context. By analyzing data from 200 employees, we found that empathy does not have a direct and strong influence on knowledge sharing behaviour, neither in terms of knowledge giving nor knowledge asking. Ho...