Economics and business topic list of research papers
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Do never smokers make up an increasing share of snus users as cigarette smoking declines? Changes in smoking status among male snus users in Norway 2003-20152016 / Karl Erik Lund, Tord Finne Vedøy, Linda Bauld
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Use of DInSAR Data for Multi-level Vulnerability Assessment of Urban Settings Affected by Slow-moving and Intermittent Landslides
Abstract The paper shows an innovative methodology which can be used to forecast the spatial and temporal evolution of the buildings’ structural vulnerability in urban settlements affected by slow-moving intermittent landslides. Multi-level and...
2016 / Donato Infante, Pierluigi Confuorto, Diego Di Martire, Massimo Ramondini, Domenico Calcaterra -
New Transportation Technology: Norm Activation Processes and the Intention to Switch to an Electric/Hybrid Vehicle
Abstract Since humans’ activities contribute to climate change it is important to change behavior. Switching to a hybrid/plugin/electric vehicle (HEV/PHEV/EV) for personal transport can be one way. In this study the intention to switch to a...
2016 / A. Nordlund, J. Jansson, K. Westin -
Trade-off Analysis for Infrastructure Management: New Approaches to Cross-asset Challenges
Abstract As transportation infrastructure managers pursue performance-based management, increased scrutiny is rightfully imposed by the stakeholders (tax-payers and their legislative representatives). The performance of public...
2016 / Pascal Laumet, Mikkel Bruun -
Measuring The Impact Of Innovations On Efficiency In Complex Hospital Settings2016 / Petra Došenović Bonća, Maks Tajnikar
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Multi-agent Simulation of Passenger Evacuation from a Damaged Ship under Storm Conditions
Abstract We present a multi-agent model for the simulation of evacuation processes considering ship motions and a method for modeling crowd dynamics. To take into account all aspects of the specifics of evacuation in storm conditions, an information ...
2016 / Marina Balakhontceva, Vladislav Karbovskii, Serge Sutulo, Alexander Boukhanovsky -
Development and Validation of Project Management Constructs of Security Door Access Control Systems: A Pilot Study in Macau2016 / Brenda Wing Han Chan, Chi Tong Lei
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Business Model Prototyping for Electric Mobility and Solar Power Solutions
Abstract Which business models create maximum value for customers by leveraging the synergies between electric vehicles, installed batteries, photovoltaic systems, and the power grid? Both the solar power generation and the number of electric...
2016 / Katja Laurischkat, Daniel Jandt -
Comparison Of Patterns Of Convergence Among “Emerging Markets” Of Central Europe, Eastern Europe And Central Asia2015 / JOANNA POZNAŃSKA, KAZIMIERZ POZNAŃSKI
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Knowledge Sharing in a Creative City
Abstract This research aims to explore the knowledge sharing activities within a creative city. Through a case study of Bandung, Indonesia as a creative city, the objective of the paper is to develop model/s of knowledge sharing activities which are ...
2016 / Lenny Martini -
Attitudes to Risk in Petroleum Projects
Abstract The paper identifies common personality traits and attitudes to risk management for people in the petroleum industry. The research was conducted with the aid of a survey and was addressed to people who have participated in the delivery of...
2016 / Zakari Tsiga, Michael Emes, Alan Smith -
Curved Beam Computed Tomography based Structural Rigidity Analysis of Bones with Simulated Lytic Defect: A Comparative Study with Finite Element Analysis2016 / R. Oftadeh, Z. Karimi, J. Villa-Camacho, E. Tanck, N. Verdonschot, et al.
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Integrated Approach to Supply Chain Performance Measurement – Results of the Study on Polish Market
Abstract The purpose of this study is to examine the integration level of supply chain performance measurement among the largest production and commercial companies in Poland. Modern advanced measurement systems should analyze both the performance...
2016 / Rafał Tarasewicz -
Human Capital Accumulation and the Macroeconomy in an Ageing Society2016 / Ben J. Heijdra, Laurie S. M. Reijnders
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Kurt Lewin's process model for organizational change: The role of leadership and employee involvement: A critical review
Abstract Change is crucial for organizations in growing, highly competitive business environments. Theories of change describe the effectiveness with which organizations are able to modify their strategies, processes, and structures. The action...
2016 / Syed Talib Hussain, Shen Lei, Tayyaba Akram, Muhammad Jamal Haider, Syed Hadi Hussain, et al. -
Inclusive City, Strategies, Experiences and Guidelines
Abstract This paper shows how to make the inclusive cities through the integration of disadvantaged groups (immigrants, elderly, disabled etc.). Identifies the actors, strategies related to the planning and urban design. Promises some experience...
2016 / Francesco Alessandria -
e-Maritime for Automating Legacy Shipping Practices
Abstract The European Commission has been actively promoting the competitiveness of the European maritime transport sector and a more efficient use of resources through the better use of Information and Communicating Technologies (ICT), with a core...
2016 / A. Morrall, J. Rainbird, T. Katsoulakas, I. Koliousis, T. Varelas -
Managing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Warehousing and Transshipment with Environmental Performance Indicators
Abstract When considering a complete ecological assessment of logistics activities and the development of comprehensive decarbonization strategies, it's important to address not only transportation but the warehousing and transshipment processes as...
2016 / David Rüdiger, Andrea Schön, Kerstin Dobers -
The types and levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviour of Senior Phase learners in Potchefstroom
Abstract Background Worldwide, the health risks of decreasing physical activity levels and increasing sedentary behaviour among adolescents are a raising concern. Objective ...
2016 / Johanna C.W. De Vos, Dorita Du Toit, Dané Coetzee -
Innovating the Built Environment to Accelerate Sustainable Development – The Integrated Habitat Approach
Abstract The Universal Sustainable Habitat Development (USHD) is an integrated infrastructure development platform. Habitat in this instance refers to the built environment, apropos sustainable community buildings that meet their constituent needs...
2016 / Khaiko Makwela-Wali, Mark Booth