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Flowing Through Authenticity: How a Folkloric Event Shapes Memorable Experiences and Word-of-Mouth

Authors: Altürk V.; Çakıcı A.

Journal: Tourism

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37741/t.74.2.10

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access; Green Open Access

Abstract: Memorability has emerged as a critical concept in tourism experience research over the past decade. However, research on how perceived authenticity and flow affect memorable tourism experiences remains scarce. This study examines the relationships between perceived authenticity, flow experience, memorable tourism experiences, and intention to recom...

Trade openness, regional economic growth, and crises in transition countries: The case of Ukraine

Authors: Horská E.; Moroz S.; Palkovič J.

Journal: Entrepreneurial Business and Economics Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.15678/EBER.2026.140108

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Objective: The article aims to explore the impact of trade openness on the economic development of Ukrainian regions in different conditions, with a particular focus on the global financial crisis (2007-2009) and the ‘hybrid’ stage of the war (2014-2021). Research Design & Methods: We analysed the influence of trade openness on economic develop...

MACROECONOMIC DETERMINANTS OF PRIVATE CREDIT IN EU MEMBER STATES: EVIDENCE FROM A 27-COUNTRY PANEL

Authors: Daugėlaitė S.; Garšvienė L.; Matuzevičiūtė K.; Ruplienė D.

Journal: Business, Management and Economics Engineering

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3846/bmee.2026.25198

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Abstract: Purpose – This study examines the macroeconomic determinants of private credit in European Union (EU) member states, focusing on interest rates, inflation, unemployment, household income and expenditure, and housing prices. It aims to identify key drivers of household borrowing and assess how macroeconomic conditions shape credit dynamics across ...

Macroregional Differences in the Determinants of Life Expectancy in Russia; [Макрорегиональные различия факторного влияния на ожидаемую продолжительность жизни]

Authors: Kozlova O.A.; Makarova M.N.

Journal: Economy of Regions

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.17059/ekon.reg.2026-2-10

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Abstract: Russia's national target of raising life expectancy to 78 years by 2030 faces a key challenge: significant territorial disparities driven by the combined influence of socioeconomic, environmental, and behavioural factors. This study hypothesizes that life expectancy in each of Russia's macroregions is persistently shaped by a distinct combination o...

From Spectator to Stakeholder: How Tourists Perceive Their Agency in Sustainable Tourism Development in an Island Destination

Authors: Fuchs K.

Journal: Academica Turistica

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.26493/2335-4194.19.57-70

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Abstract: Amid growing awareness of environmental and social responsibility, many tourists seek travel experiences that reflect their values. Sustainable tourism promotes a balance between development and the need to address evolving environmental and societal challenges. Grounded in Stakeholder Theory, this study explores how tourists perceive sustainable t...

Machinability of the Stepped Cylindrical Electrode in the Electrical Discharge Machining

Authors: Jamkamon K.; Janmanee P.; Mookam N.; Chuvaree S.

Journal: International Journal of Technology

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.14716/ijtech.v17i2.7979

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Abstract: In this study, we investigated a modified electrode with a stepped cylindrical shape to improve machinability in the electrical discharge machining process. A stepped cylindrical electrode with varied land heights and shank sizes was designed. A copper electrode was used to drill holes at a machining depth of 45 mm on the tool steel. The results re...

Factors influencing online learning motivation of students at Can Tho University

Authors: Thuy D.N.T.; My D.T.K.

Journal: CTU Journal of Innovation and Sustainable Development

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.22144/ctujoisd.2026.007

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Abstract: This study explores the factors influencing students' motivation for online learning at Can Tho University. The research examines five key factors: personal, lecturer-related, institutional, academic, and environmental aspects. A survey was conducted with 892 students across various academic disciplines. The study employed statistical analyses, inc...

Determinants of Intention to Use Artificial Intelligence in Online Cosmetic Shopping: An Integrated Technology Acceptance – Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology Model

Authors: Chi V.T.M.

Journal: Paper Asia

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.59953/paperasia.v42i2b.1015

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Abstract: This study addresses a critical research gap concerning why and how consumers in emerging markets, specifically Vietnam’s rapidly growing online cosmetics sector, adopt artificial intelligence (AI) as a purchase decision-support tool. While prior studies on AI adoption have largely focused on developed economies and utilitarian product categories...

French defense spending: War economy “à la française”

Authors: Droff J.; Malizard J.

Journal: Economics of Peace and Security Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.15355/epsj.21.1.47

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Abstract: The article analyzes the evolution of French defense spending through the lens of President Macron’s declaration of a transition to a “war economy” following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Despite the adoption of the 2024–2030 Military Programming Law, which entails a historically large nominal increase in defense spending, France’s budg...

Association of Metformin Use With Deficiency of Vitamin B-12 And Folate And Peripheral Neuropathy In Adults With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Authors: Siddiqi F.A.; Yaseen L.; Ashraf A.; Siddiqi K.A.; Ashraf S.; Khan I.

Journal: Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37939/jrmc.v30i1.2848

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Abstract: Objective: This study aimed to determine the association between metformin therapy, vitamin B12 and folate deficiencies, and peripheral neuropathy in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of Medicine, Tertiary Care Hospital, Rawalpindi, from November 2023 to April 2024. The stu...

A Case Study of LG Chem’s Spin Off, a Turning Point in Corporate Restructuring in Korea

Authors: Shin I.; Yoon Y.

Journal: Global Business and Finance Review

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.17549/gbfr.2026.31.4.1

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Abstract: Purpose: This paper examines corporate spin-offs in South Korea, focusing on how minority shareholder interests are affected when a parent company separates a high-growth business unit and subsequently takes the subsidiary public. The study introduces the institutional background governing corporate spin-offs in Korea, detailing the dif-ferences be...

Examining Push, Pull, and Mooring Factors Influencing Consumer Switching Decisions in the Banking Sector: A PPM-SEM Analysis

Authors: Kiran F.

Journal: Asian Journal of Interdisciplinary Research

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.54392/ajir2612

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Abstract: This study uses the Push-Pull and Mooring (PPM) paradigm, which is based on migration theory, to examine the many reasons that are causing Omani clients to switch from conventional to Islamic banking. Pull factors include perceived relative advantage, such as price, religion, and social status; mooring factors include switching cost, complexity, lo...

The Role of Internal Auditing in Governing Big Data to Improve the Quality of Accounting Information

Authors: Sayedahmed N.; Qushtom T.F.A.

Journal: Quality - Access to Success

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.47750/QAS/27.211.04

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Abstract: This study aims to investigate the role of internal auditing as a tool for governance of big data and how it impacts on accounting information quality. To achieve the study objectives, it utilized a survey for a sample of 200 accounting practitioners in both professional and academic fields, where response rate was 87% (174 forms retrieved). The re...

PROBLEM-POTENTIALS Model for Smart Territory assessment in the context of digital transformation; [Модель «ПРОБЛЕМЫ-ПОТЕНЦИАЛЫ» для оценки умных территорий в контексте цифровой трансформации]

Authors: Kuzmin A.Y.

Journal: Economy of Regions

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.17059/ekon.reg.2026-2-3

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Abstract: The digital transformation of smart territories significantly enhances the level of economic development and the investment climate of economic entities in Russia, alongside the growth of the highly skilled labour market. Russia is actively investing in its digital infrastructure, guided by a state-level commitment to achieving global leadership in...

The impact of Foreign Direct Investment, Institutional Quality, and Industrialization on Carbon Emissions: Evidence from High-Income and Upper-Middle-Income Countries

Authors: Khan U.A.; Benotsmane R.; Şahin M.; Yilmaz M.K.; Güloğlu B.; Zaim S.

Journal: Pakistan Journal of Commerce and Social Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.64534/Commer.2026.671

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Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between foreign direct investment (FDI), institutional quality, industrialization, and carbon emissions across 48 high-income and 37 upper-middle-income countries for the years 2002 to 2022 by employing panel quantile regression analysis using R software. The results show that inward FDI has increased pollut...

The conceptual or theoretical identity in sports sciences: A scoping review

Authors: Rojas J.E.S.; Díaz F.A.E.

Journal: Central European Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18276/CEJ.2025.4-01

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Abstract: The consensus around the identity of sport sciences presents unresolved challenges due to the various theoretical or epistemological perspectives that influence it. A scoping review was conducted to map publications in scientific journals that address this topic in databases and bibliographic indexes. Information was sought in Scopus, ScienceDirect...

Dynamics of Occupational Injuries and Their Relationship with Labour Productivity in the Regions of Russia; [Динамика производственного травматизма и его взаимосвязь с производительностью труда в регионах России]

Authors: Malysheva E.V.; Litvintseva G.P.

Journal: Economy of Regions

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.17059/ekon.reg.2026-2-2

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Abstract: In both developed and developing countries, occupational injury and workplace safety remain significant issues for economic activity. The purpose of the study is to determine the differentiation of regions by the level of occupational injuries and labour efficiency, the relationship between injuries and labour productivity based on regional data of...

CAN SERBIA RECONCILE ECONOMIC GROWTH WITH SUSTAINABILITY IN A POLICY SPACE SHAPED BY CONTRASTING REGIONAL NORMS?

Authors: Oprea S.-V.; Bâra A.

Journal: Journal of Business Economics and Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3846/jbem.2026.26926

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Abstract: Our research investigates the dynamic relationship between economic growth and environmental sustainability in Serbia, a country situated at the intersection of Western environmental standards and Eastern development models. Specifically, it examines whether economic growth, as measured by GDP per capita, conflicts with environmental sustainability...

Stablecoins and the Monetary and Financial System

Authors: Krogstrup G.S.

Journal: Intereconomics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.2478/ie-2026-0014

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Abstract: The future role of stablecoins in the global monetary and payments system remains uncertain. Stablecoins may evolve into a more significant component of financial infrastructure, or they may remain a relatively specialised instrument within specific aspects of the digital asset ecosystem. At present, it is too early to determine their long-term tra...

MORE THAN REPORTING: ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING AS ENABLER OF BUSINESS MODEL TRANSFORMATION FOR CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION

Authors: Rîndaș S.-M.; Rangone A.; Ionescu-Feleagă L.; Bilan Y.

Journal: Journal of Business Economics and Management

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3846/jbem.2026.26451

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Abstract: Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are evolving to support organisations in addressing their climate impact. Yet, there is a paucity of empirical and cross-sectoral data on how these solutions can mitigate organisations’ negative climate impact through changes in business models. By focusing on a dataset of ERP-related patents published b...