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The Effect of Cooperation and Training on Sustainable Development: The Role of Government Policies for Farmers

Authors: Hoda N.; Imeraj J.; Hoda H.; Demi A.; Gjoni L.

Journal: WSEAS Transactions on Business and Economics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37394/23207.2026.23.56

Open Access: All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Abstract: The ongoing climate changes and challenges of food security make the orientation toward long-term development in all sectors of the economy, especially agriculture, more critical than ever. This paper presents a model that evaluates the role of various factors in promoting sustainable farm development. The adopted method maximizes the explained var...

EVALUATION OF MOBILE APPLICATIONS FOR MEASURING OPERATING SPEED ON RURAL MOUNTAINOUS ROADS: THE LOJA-CATAMAYO CASE, ECUADOR

Authors: Cabrera A.D.A.; Segarra-Morales S.; Cuenca S.Q.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01B.011

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Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of mobile applications for measuring operating speed on rural mountainous roads, specifically on the Loja-Catamayo route in Ecuador. This road presents topographic characteristics that affect visibility and operating speed, a key indicator for assessing road design consistency. Traditionally, this measurement ...

The Impact of Online Space on Cultural Memory

Authors: Nagy K.K.; Ribní F.

Journal: Periodica Polytechnica Social and Management Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3311/PPso.40300

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Abstract: This study examines how cultural memory is shaped through digital image searches and the selection of female role models by university students, with a focus on technical students' memories of 20th-century female figures. Drawing on Jan Assmann's theory of memory, we explore the interaction between mimetic, object-based, communicative, and cultural...

Why is collaborative fashion so fashion? Exploring drivers and barriers through the segmentation of Generation Z users

Authors: Grieco C.; Capone V.; Sfodera F.

Journal: Sinergie

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.7433/s129.2026.08

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Abstract: Framing of the research: The development of circular fashion, boosted by the sharing economy, has fostered the spread of collaborative fashion platforms (CFPs), which offer alternatives to the traditional buying model (e.g., second-hand, rental, vintage). Purpose of the paper: This study aims to explore Generation Z actual and potential users of CF...

Exploring the Intellectual Structure of Employer Branding: Mapping Trends and Citations in the Web of Science

Authors: Sarıibrahimoğlu S.; Özyurt P.M.

Journal: International Review of Management and Marketing

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.32479/irmm.23210

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Abstract: Employer branding plays a distinctive role in attracting qualified employees to organizations and in enhancing the sense of belonging, performance, and productivity of existing staff. In this respect, it provides organizations with a unique and inimitable competitive advantage. Owing to its significant contributions to organizational success, emplo...

Ant Colony Optimization for Order Processing and Labeling Automation in Food Manufacturing Using ERP-MES-IoT Integration

Authors: Borisov B.; Todorov V.

Journal: TEM Journal

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18421/TEM152-01

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Abstract: This paper presents an integrated system for automating order processing and labeling in a food manufacturing enterprise. The solution links the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system with a custom Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and enables real-time communication with industrial loT devices such as labeling scales, mobile terminals, and t...

Marketing and positioning strategies of industrialized foods labeled as “homemade” and “handmade” in Brazil

Authors: Falco T.S.; Menezes C.C.

Journal: Revista Brasileira de Marketing

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.5585/2026.25770

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Abstract: Objective: To identify and characterize industrialized foods marketed with the terms “homemade” and/or “artisanal” in major Brazilian supermarket chains and to assess their nutritional quality. Method: A descriptive study based on online and in-person surveys of food products available in Brazilian retail. Foods were classified according to...

DIGITAL COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES IN THE CONTEXT OF HERITAGE SITES

Authors: Ganobčík J.; Halmo M.; Lukáč M.; Gubíniová K.

Journal: Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.30892/gtg.64149-1700

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Abstract: Historic buildings are essential pillars of cultural tourism, preserving historical identity and contributing to regional socioeconomic development. In the V4 countries, castles and chateaux rank among the most visited heritage sites, with their long term competitiveness increasingly shaped by effective marketing communication and the growing role ...

Exploring the Relationship Between Green Bond Issuance and Energy-related SDGs in Emerging Market and Developing Economies

Authors: Novák Z.; Ge C.

Journal: Periodica Polytechnica Social and Management Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3311/PPso.41241

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Abstract: In emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs), funds available for enabling the net-zero carbon transition are far below the level of investment required for a successful accomplishment. Nevertheless, a lot of EMDEs are making serious endeavours to deploy green financial instruments to support the transition. Among the internationally availab...

Riding toward inclusion: the journey of adapted cycling

Authors: Sorraghan S.; Logan S.; Watchorn V.; Williams D.; Hitch D.; Watson J.M.; Aedy K.; Dogra T.; Fay P.; Haanappel M.; Shukla A.; Lebeau G.; Little J.; McKenna J.; Townsend K.; Anderson K.L.M.

Journal: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2026.1770473

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Abstract: Introduction – This study examined how adapted cycles, as a form of assistive technology, support participation in sports and recreational activities for people with disability. Although physical activity is widely recognised for its benefits to physical health, psychological wellbeing, and social connectedness, people with disability continue to...

Household Consumption of Sports in the Czech Republic: An Income Elasticity Analysis in the Context of COVID-19

Authors: Vyroubal M.; Racek O.; Kozáček L.; Kadlec J.; Salaj Š.

Journal: Studia Sportiva

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.5817/StS2026-1-11

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Abstract: This study examines how the COVID-19 pandemic period affected Czech household consumption of sports goods and sports services over 2006–2022. Using data from the Czech Statistical Office, the income elasticities of demand for sports goods and services are estimated to assess potential structural changes during the pandemic. The results indicate t...

Harnessing Digital Resilience and Sustainable Procurement to Drive Innovation Efficiency: The Mediating Role of Business Continuity in Crisis Contexts

Authors: Campos J.D.S.; Campos J.R.

Journal: Quality - Access to Success

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.47750/QAS/27.212.01

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Abstract: This study investigates how digital resilience, social media sentiment, circular economy adoption, and sustainable procurement jointly influence innovation efficiency, emphasizing the mediating role of business continuity during crises. Employing a quantitative, descriptive research design, data were collected via structured questionnaires distribu...

Investigating the Determinants of the Big Data Analytics Adoption with SEM and fsQCA Analysis

Authors: Ozder S.I.; Ince H.; Imamoglu S.Z.; Efe M.N.

Journal: WSEAS Transactions on Business and Economics

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.37394/23207.2026.23.21

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Abstract: Big data is one of the most important driving forces for firms seeking a competitive advantage. This study examines the effects of system quality, information quality, perceived benefits, perceived ease of use, and perceived risks on the adoption of Big Data Analytics (BDA) by firms. The proposed model was tested using survey data collected from 21...

Compactness Theory in Complex Neutrosophic Soft Spaces and Its Application to Visual Cosine Similarity Analysis

Authors: Hamja J.J.; Hatamleh R.; Mahmoud D.A.M.; Nordo G.; Qawaqneh H.; Hussain A.; Rasid R.A.; Jinang A.H.; Mehmood A.; Armada C.L.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-157

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Abstract: In the framework of complex neutrosophic soft topology, the paper investigates locally compact spaces and complex neutrosophic soft compact spaces. Complex neutrosophic soft open covers, finite sub-covers, closed set intersections, centered families, and several comparable requirements are used to define the idea of compactness. Compact subsets of ...

Anticipation and sequential demands influence on-field change-of-direction kinematics related to ACL injury risk

Authors: Kühne M.; Sanin C.; Mohr M.

Journal: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2026.1659044

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Abstract: Introduction: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are a significant concern in multidirectional sports, often occurring during change-of-direction (COD) maneuvers under high biomechanical loads. While laboratory-based studies have provided valuable insights into ACL injury mechanisms, they often fail to replicate the complexity of real-world ...

Development of an Artificial Abscess Model: Its Functional Fidelity for Teaching Nursing Students

Authors: Makornkan S.; Eiamla-Or P.; Wongsasung J.; Seetisan P.; Sriratanaprapat J.

Journal: Human Behavior, Development and Society

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.62370/hbds.v27i1.284195

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Abstract: Aim/Purpose: This study aimed to design, develop, and evaluate an artificial abscess model for nursing education. The objectives were to create a model that provides functional realism, measures satisfaction, and improves student competency in performing incision and drainage (I&D). It was hypothesized that students trained with the developed model...

Gender wage gap in emerging markets and developing economies

Authors: Herrera D.Y.; Mora J.J.

Journal: Estudios Gerenciales

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.18046/j.estger.2025.177.7513

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Abstract: The last decade has witnessed a rapid expansion of empirical work on gender wage gaps. This meta-analysis synthesizes 40 estimates for emerging and developing economies (1999-2021) using random-effects models, tests for publication selection, and a restricted maximum likelihood meta-regression with country-year covariates. The pooled underlying pro...

Cash Holding Decision from Managerial Overconfidence and its Effect on Firm Performance

Authors: Dao N.T.T.

Journal: Finance: Theory and Practice

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.26794/2587-5671-2026-30-2-1650-01

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Abstract: Managerial overconfidence significantly influences firm performance. The main purpose of this research is how to find the impact of managerial overconfidence along with cash holding decision might be more negatively serious on firm performance. An empirical study is conducted on a sample of 648 firms listed in the Vietnam stock market. The research...

Assessing the Impact of Macroeconomic Uncertainty on the Stability of Listed Commercial Banks in Vietnam

Authors: Thu H.T.T.; Tien M.P.; Thu H.G.T.

Journal: International Journal of Analysis and Applications

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.28924/2291-8639-24-2026-152

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Abstract: This paper examines the impact of macroeconomic instability on the stability of listed commercial banks in Vietnam. The stability of the banking system plays a crucial role in the national economy and financial system. In the context of current policy instability, macroeconomic instability, and integration, the challenges to the banking system's st...

CAN CHATGPT-GENERATED EXAMS USING BLOOM’S TAXONOMY EFFECTIVELY ASSESS COGNITIVE LEARNING OUTCOMES IN ROAD ENGINEERING EDUCATION?

Authors: García Ramírez Y.

Journal: Proceedings on Engineering Sciences

Year: 2026

DOI: 10.24874/PES08.01B.024

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Abstract: This study investigates the effectiveness of ChatGPT-generated multiple-choice exams in evaluating cognitive learning outcomes in civil engineering education, specifically in the subject Road Construction I at Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja, Ecuador. Using the revised Bloom's Taxonomy as a framework, a 32-question exam was developed, cover...