Economics and business topic list of research papers
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Risk Variables in Wind Power Supply Chain
Abstract The demand of global investments in renewable energy projects requires a deep understanding of various risks faced by the utility and project developers. This paper analyzes risk variables between different actors of supply chain and...
2014 / Gabriela Prostean, Andra Badea, Cristian Vasar, Prostean Octavian -
An Investigation of Goodness of Model Data Fit
Abstract IRT models have many advantages over CTT. However, the model-data fit should be verified as a prerequisite to use IRT models. Therefore, in this study it is aimed to investigate which IRT model will provide the best fit to the data obtained ...
2014 / Gülşen Taşdelen Teker, Hülya Kelecioğlu, Melek Gülşah Eroğlu -
Foreword2013 / Mohamed Yusoff Abbas
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Real-time Optimal Bus Scheduling for a City Using A DTR Model
Abstract Timetabling and vehicle scheduling is the basis of security and efficiency for various bus enterprises. It is necessary to take into account the passenger travel demand to meet both the social and economic benefits for these bus...
2013 / Makrand Wagale, Ajit Pratap Singh, Ashoke K. Sarkar, Srinivas Arkatkar -
Warehouse Location Decision Factors in Humanitarian Relief Logistics
Abstract The importance of preparedness is emphasised as humanitarian supply chain gets even more sophisticated. Among the different forms of preparedness for disaster relief management, pre-purchasing of stock in a pre-positioned warehouse is...
2013 / Sae-yeon Roh, Hyun-mi Jang, Chul-hwan Han -
The Feasibility Study of Keprok SoE Citrus Farming and the Development Strategis of Local Citrus Farming
Abstract The study aims to analyse the feasibility of Keprok SoE Citrus farming and the development strategies of local citrus farming. The location is purposively defined in North Mollo Subdistrict as a citrus production central. Two villages are...
2013 / Chris N. Namah, Dina V. Sinlae -
Mean-VAR Model with Stochastic Volatility
Abstract The objective of this article is the research of optimal portfolio strategy under a probability constraint of type Value-at-Risk in setting of stochastic volatility model. Our decision problem is the optimal combination of risky asset and...
2014 / Hanen Ould Ali, Faouzi Jilani -
City Logistics in the European CIVITAS Initiative
Abstract This paper discusses the developments of city logistics in the CIVITAS initiative. CIVITAS is a large European Commission co-funded program to support sustainable urban mobility. Urban freight logistics is one of eight CIVITAS clusters by...
2014 / Tariq van Rooijen, Hans Quak -
3D Reconstruction & Traditional Illustrations, a Non-invasive Resource for the Practice and Teaching of Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage
Abstract Photogrammetry is the practice of determining the geometric properties of objects from pictures. Currently there are several techniques of photogrammetry, both in two and three dimensions that can also be used with video instead of images...
2013 / Ovidia Soto-Martín -
The New Instruments of Risk Management in Agriculture in the European Union
Abstract The specific character of farming was perceived since the beginning of the creation of the European Community. Initiation and systematic evolution of Common Agricultural Policy aim at harmonious development farmstead. Any negative events,...
2014 / Marietta Janowicz-Lomott, Krzysztof Łyskawa -
Quality of Life in Natural and Built Environment – An Introductory Analysis
Abstract Quality of life (QOL) is a multifaceted concept used by a variety of disciplines and at different spatial levels. The theoretical aspect of QOL relates to happiness, life satisfaction and needs satisfaction approaches. It is a complex...
2013 / Mohammad Abdul Mohit -
Pilot randomized controlled trial of an internet-based smoking cessation intervention for pregnant smokers (‘MumsQuit’)
Abstract Background Internet-based Smoking Cessation Interventions could help pregnant women quit smoking, especially those who do not wish to, or cannot, access face-to-face or telephone support. This study aimed to preliminarily...
2014 / Aleksandra Herbec, Jamie Brown, Ildiko Tombor, Susan Michie, Robert West -
Between Tourism and Intangible Cultural Heritage
Abstract Malaysia sees a tremendous rise in tourist arrivals in Malacca with the listing of Melaka on UNESCO's world heritage list in 2008. Its cultural tradition is one of the outstanding universal values that contribute it to gain its placed on...
2013 / Nur Izzati Mohd Rodzi, Saniah Ahmad Zaki, Syed Mohd Hassan Syed Subli -
Interval Goal Programming Approach to Multiobjective Fuzzy Goal Programming Problem with Interval Weights
Abstract This article presents interval goal programming (IGP) approach for solving linear multiobjective fuzzy goal programming problem with interval weights. In the proposed approach, interval weights for achievement of fuzzy goals to their...
2014 / Shyamal Sen, Bijay Baran Pal -
Polarizing Mechanisms and Factors of the Middle Class in Transition
Abstract Considering that the Romanian transition represented a favourable frame which was properly used by certain groups in order to make themselves winners of the transition, my intention is to unravel the real metabolism of these social...
2014 / Mihnea Preotesi -
Cost Inefficiency of Municipalities after Amalgamation
Abstract This paper focuses on the increase in slack costs due to municipality amalgamation, which is pushed forward in several countries to achieve economies of scale. Employing the stochastic frontier cost function to estimate the inefficiency of...
2013 / Katsuyoshi Nakazawa -
Marketing Mix Affecting Accommodation Service Buying Decisions of Backpacker Tourist Traveling at Inner Rattanakosin Island in Bangkok, Thailand
Abstract This research is to study the buying behavior and the level of marketing mix (consisting of service product, price, promotion, place/channel of contact, process, people, and physical evidence) on the accommodation service buying decision of ...
2013 / Katanyu Hiransomboon -
The Relationship between Physical Function and General Health with Academic Achievement
Abstract This research was going to study the possible relation of physical function and general health on the academic achievement of the school students. The population of this research includes all the girl students in Islamshahr who were...
2013 / Davoud Hoseinzadeh, Behzad Shoghi -
Working Time - a Key Element of Health Workers, an Instrument of Labor Market Flexibility. The Situation of the Health System
Abstract With its devastating effects and decreasing profitability, the economic crisis pushes employers to ask more from workers, for the same salary. From this derives flexibility, exemptions, waivers and national options to elude the common rules ...
2013 / Alina Stefania Chenic(Cretu), Coralia Angelescu, Adrian Miron, Andreea Roxana Gheorghita -
Approaching Communication from an Entrepreneurial Perspective
Abstract Communication has a special role in every aspect of life, therefore it plays a particularly important role it within a company. The present paper presents an entrepreneurial approach to communication, a model of entrepreneurial...
2013 / Arina Modrea