GBU College Logo
Sign in with GBU Microsoft

Search

Search GBU Digital Library papers, journals, DOI records, authors and keywords.

Search the Library

Showing 10811100 of 2,145 articles

EVALUATION OF THE FACTORS INFLUENCING THE EXTRACTION AND COMPOSITION OF BIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE SUBSTANCES FROM SECONDARY RAW MATERIALS

Authors: Fataliyev H.; Huseynova S.; Gadimova N.; Ismayilov M.; Heydarov E.; Rushanov A.

Journal: Eastern-European Journal of Enterprise Technologies

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.15587/1729-4061.2026.349976

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

Abstract: The object of this study is the technology for producing bioactive compound-rich extracts and high-quality wines. Although several studies have been conducted in winemaking on resource-saving technologies, the factors affecting the amount and extraction of bioactive compounds obtained from residues have not been evaluated. The content of phenolic c...

Project management competencies and their impact on competitiveness and productivity: Evidence from southwestern Colombia

Authors: Timaná G.M.D.; Ariza H.T.J.; Mejía J.C.

Journal: Journal of Project Management (Canada)

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.5267/j.jpm.2026.1.001

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: This study uses the PMI® framework as a reference to analyse the impact of Project Management (PM) competencies on organisational competitiveness and productivity in southwestern Colombia. The research evaluates three key dimensions: Organisational Practices in PM (PMP), Skills, Attitudes and Values (HABI) and their influence on Business Competiti...

EVALUATION OF SERUM INTERLEUKIN-17 AS DIAGNOSTIC MARKERS IN ASTHMA SEVERITY

Authors: Kadhim M.J.; Ali Z.A.U.A.; Alqaraghuli H.A.; Obaid N.M.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01B.015

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

Abstract: Asthma continues to be a major health issue worldwide, with an increasing prevalence impacting over 300 million people and contributing significantly to morbidity and mortality. This study investigates the role of interleukin-17 (IL-17) in different asthma phenotypes, focusing on its potential as a biomarker for disease severity and control. The pr...

THE ROLE OF POLICY, DESTINATION MANAGEMENT, AND SUSTAINABLE TOURISM PRACTICES IN DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE HERITAGE TOURISM DESTINATIONS IN VIETNAM

Authors: Long D.T.; Thang D.V.

Journal: Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.30892/gtg.65240-1745

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: This study aims to examine the impact of Sustainable Tourism Policy and Destination Management, DSR, and Sustainable Tourism on Sustainable Tourism Development. By focusing on key tourism regions and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage destinations, the study addresses gaps in both theory and practice regarding the mediating role of DSR and the integrat...

The Definition of Scientific Consensus and the Shifting Debate on GMO Safety; [La definición de consenso científico y el debate cambiante sobre la seguridad de los OGM]

Authors: Shelomi M.

Journal: Sociologia y Tecnociencia

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24197/djcsrp94

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Certain people feel negatively towards foods from genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The scientific community views GMOs more positively due to overwhelming evidence demonstrating no negative effects. The debate has moved from what the science says, to what scientists say about what the science says. By examining other scientific consensuses, o...

X-raying tourism and income inequality dynamics in Sub-Saharan Africa: Testing the Kuznets hypothesis

Authors: Yusuff M.A.; Adelowokan O.A.; Maku O.E.

Journal: African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.46222/ajhtl.19770720.724

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: To achieve inclusive and sustainable growth, it is necessary to examine the impact of growth strategies on income distribution. The present paper aims to investigate the distributional effect of tourism on income inequality under the Kuznets hypothesis using a panel of 28 Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries from 2005 to 2023. The study employs the ...

Integrating Genetic Algorithms with LSTM for Improved Public Transportation Passenger Forecasting in Thailand

Authors: Khumla P.; Sarawan K.

Journal: LOGI - Scientific Journal on Transport and Logistics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.2478/logi-2026-0002

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

Abstract: This study presents a novel forecasting framework that integrates Genetic Algorithms (GA) with Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks to enhance the prediction accuracy of passenger volumes in Thailand’s public transportation systems. The unique contribution of this research lies in leveraging GA for automatic hyperparameter optimization of LSTM ...

Differences in lower-extremity strength and power between elite hockey players with and without patellar asymptomatic tendon thickening; unilateral and bilateral comparative analysis

Authors: Ryman Augustsson S.; Omdal Persson L.; Pojskić H.

Journal: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2026.1841375

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

Abstract: Introduction – Existing research shows that while patellar tendinopathy in ice hockey players is linked to cumulative mechanical overload, structural tendon changes such as thickening or degeneration do not reliably correspond to pain or performance deficits, leaving the functional impact of asymptomatic tendon pathology unclear. Thus, the aim of...

The Impact of Normative Social Influence on Sustainable Consumption Behavior: The Mediating Role of Eco-Friendly Behavior and Environmental Awareness

Authors: Sarıoğlu C.İ.

Journal: International Review of Management and Marketing

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.32479/irmm.23278

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Sustainable consumption has gained importance through social, economic and environmental platforms and social norm communication triggered and empowered eco-environmental behavior. This study aims at investigating the impact of normative social influence on sustainable consumption behavior built on a comprehensive theoretical and practical framewor...

Developing Communication Skills of High School Students with Impaired Ability to Communicate through Creative Techniques of Art-Based Intervention

Authors: Dojčanová A.M.; Sender B.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM151-60

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: – Recent literature in special education highlights the value of art-based and reflective approaches in developing communication and social competencies among students with speech and language difficulties. Building on these findings, the present study investigates how art-based intervention can support the communication development of high schoo...

Causal discovery for automated real-world educational evidence extraction

Authors: Okumura K.; Nishioka K.; Koike K.; Horikoshi I.; Ogata H.

Journal: Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.58459/rptel.2026.21020

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: There is increasing demand to shift from intuition- and experience-based practices to evidence-based education. However, extracting meaningful evidence from real-world educational data poses significant challenges. Traditional approaches to evidence generation, such as randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews, face limitations in both th...

Do Land Reforms Promote Equity in Land Rental Market Participation? Evidence from Malawi

Authors: Phiri H.H.; Munthali M.; Chitete M.; Malata M.; Chilora L.; Machira K.; Muyanga M.

Journal: Sustainable Food Systems in Sub-Saharan Africa: Plant Derived Nutritious Foods—Volume 1

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-11288-0_26

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: There is renewed interest in understanding the links between land reforms, land markets and poverty reduction in sub–Saharan Africa. Applying a three-fold extended Kitagawa–Oaxaca–Blinder decomposition approach to a two-wave panel data from Malawi, this study investigated the inequities between male and female-headed households in land rental...

REHABILITATION OF DAMAGED FLAT SLAB USING FIBER REINFORCED POLYMERS FRPS

Authors: Abdullah H.A.; Abed H.T.; Tais A.S.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01A.010

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

Abstract: Flat reinforced-concrete (RC) slabs are widely adopted in modern construction due to their structural efficiency and architectural versatility, yet they remain susceptible to punching shear and flexural cracking. This study experimentally evaluates the rehabilitation of damaged RC flat slabs using externally bonded carbon and glass fibre-reinforced...

MANAGEMENT OF COMMON GOODS FOR COMMUNITY-BASED TOURISM IN THE MOUNTAINOUS AREA OF CONCORDIA, SINALOA, MEXICO; [GESTIÓN DE BIENES COMUNES PARA EL TURISMO COMUNITARIO EN LA ZONA MONTAÑOSA DE CONCORDIA, SINALOA, MÉXICO]

Authors: Lizárraga D.A.

Journal: Turismo y Sociedad

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18601/01207555.n38.10

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

Abstract: The study analyzes the management of commons for community-based tourism in the mountainous area of Concordia, Sinaloa, Mexico. Through a qualitative ethnometh-odological approach, four agrarian cores (two ejidos and two agrarian communities) were examined using semi-structured inter-views, focus groups, qualitative tourism inventory, and participa...

COGNITIVE RESILIENCE MECHANISMS AGAINST PERSISTENT ALGORITHMIC PERSUASION AND BEHAVIORAL NUDGING IN IMMERSIVE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENTS

Authors: Khalimova M.; Urinova N.; Dehkonboev S.; Iskhakova S.; Jurayev A.; Rafikova F.; Jabborova D.

Journal: Archives for Technical Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.70102/afts.2026.1835.075

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: Adaptive algorithms have become increasingly influential in shaping the nature of immersive digital experiences and have been used to continually personalise content, recommendations, and behavioural prompts. Since over 70% of users interact with AI-modified systems daily, algorithmic mediation is a factor in almost two-thirds of content viewing an...

Industry 4.0 technologies and circular economy: Implications for sustainable development in manufacturing firms; [Tecnologías de la industria 4.0 y economía circular: Implicaciones para el desarrollo sostenible en las empresas manufactureras]

Authors: Maldonado-Guzmán G.; Rodríguez-González R.M.; Pinzón-Castro S.Y.

Journal: Tec Empresarial

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18845/te.v20i2.8633

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

Abstract: The objective of this study is to analyze the relationship between Industry 4.0 technologies, circular economy practices, and sustainable development activities implemented by manufacturing firms in the automotive and aerospace industries. Literature has shown inconclusive evidence connecting these three constructs, while the recent increase in env...

Is Kano's Model Outdated or Still Essential for Understanding Customer Needs in an Era of Unlimited Choice?; [O modelo de Kano está desatualizado ou ainda é essencial para compreender as necessidades dos clientes numa era de opções ilimitadas?]

Authors: Gajdošíková Z.; Kmeco Ľ.; Hamarneh I.; Klímová M.

Journal: Tourism and Management Studies

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18089/tms.20260102

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: A vast supply of products and services can confuse customers, masking their needs and complicating efforts to satisfy them. Kano’s model suggests that customers lack clear awareness of their requirements. This study, based on a novel explanation of the interlinearity of quality attributes and its disruption, explores the applicability of Kano's m...

Beyond FDI: Structural and Macroeconomic Drivers of Tota Factor Productivity in MiddleIncome Economies

Authors: Vu T.H.

Journal: Scientific Papers of the University of Pardubice, Series D: Faculty of Economics and Administration

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.46585/sp34012457

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: This study examines the determinants of total factor productivity (TFP) and real GDP growth in 90 middle-income countries over 1990-2020 and contributes by separating the drivers of productivity from the drivers of growth within the same empirical framework to clarify the role of FDI. Using annual panel data, we estimate a TFP equation and a growth...

Health and Safety Information, Behavioral Change, and Consumer Preferences in Post-Pandemic Cosmetic Service Systems

Authors: Graizi M.F.; Khan Z.A.; Kamran H.; Al Shamsi B.S.; Al Khatri A.M.A.

Journal: Journal of Logistics, Informatics and Service Science

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.33168/JLISS.2026.0312

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: The study investigates shifts in consumer behavior among Omani female shoppers, focusing on examining the impact of influence by health and safety concerns, sensory information, and perceived quality on product preferences, considering behavioral change as a mediator. To analyze cause-and-effect relationships, the study deployed quantitative data f...

Research on the Impact of Motivation on the Productivity of Employees in Selected Companies

Authors: Behúnová A.; Knapčíková L.; Klačková I.; Glova F.; Vavrák V.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM151-31

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: The article focuses on research regarding the impact of employee motivation on their work productivity in selected retail companies. The theoretical part provides an overview of basic approaches to motivation in the work environment, a typology of motivational tools and performance management theories. The practical part examines specific motivatio...