Economics and business topic list of research papers
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Software measure in cyber-attacks on production control system
Abstract The likelihood of cyber-attacks against information systems and related production control systems has increased. In order to lower the risk of cyber-attacks, OS makers release timely security updates. However, the amount of time that is...
2014 / Takaaki Kawanaka, Masanobu Matsumaru, Shuichi Rokugawa -
The economic burden of eating disorders and related mental health comorbidities: An exploratory analysis using the U.S. Medical Expenditures Panel Survey
Abstract Background Very little is known about the economic burden of eating disorders (ED) and related mental health comorbidities. Methods Using 5years of data...
2014 / Mihail Samnaliev, H. LeAnn Noh, Kendrin R. Sonneville, S. Bryn Austin -
Study of Lead Rubber Bearings Operation with Varying Height Buildings at Earthquake
Abstract The paper studies the efficiency of seismic isolation system in the form of lead rubber bearings with different height buildings at multicomponent seismic impact. As an example, seismically isolated monolithic ferro-concrete 5-, 9- and...
2014 / O.V. Mkrtychev, G.A. Dzhinchvelashvili, A.A. Bunov -
Compliance with Cultural Rules of Children Having Different Level of Creativity
Abstract The objective of the research is to reveal 5-6-year-old children's observation of rules generally accepted in culture. We assumed that children with a high level of creativity display less compliance with rules in comparison with children...
2014 / Larisa Bayanova -
Mapping FACT-P to EQ-5D in a large cross-sectional study of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer patients2014 / J. Diels, P. Hamberg, D. Ford, P. Wheatley Price, M. Spencer, et al.
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Application of Case-technology for Development of Critical Thinking Ability of Students
Abstract The article is devoted to the analysis of experience of case study application in teaching of historical disciplines in higher educational institutions. Problem definition: Analysis of case study as an educational method; possibilities of...
2015 / Gulzhaukhar Kokebayeva, Yerke Kartabayeva -
Principles of Organizations’ Interaction while Forming Mechatronics Specialists’ Professional Competences in a Regional Industry Cluster
Abstract The analysis of approaches to implementing the regional cluster policy has been conducted. The mechatronics specialist's role in the development of innovation processes has been determined and recommendations on forming an infrastructure of ...
2014 / Vanessa Prajova, Olga Perminova, Rinat Faizullin -
Dental healthcare reforms in Germany and Japan: A comparison of statutory health insurance policy
Summary This article aims to compare statutory health insurance policy during the dental healthcare reforms in Germany and Japan. Germany and Japan have categorized their statutory health insurance systems. People in both countries have been...
2008 / Mayumi Nomura -
Cooperation Performance Evaluation between Seaport and Dry Port; Case of Qingdao Port and Xi’an Port*
Abstract Along with the drastic competition among ports, the strive for the vast economic hinterland and the supply of goods have become strategic problems for port operators. At the same time, port enterprises are paying more and more attention to...
2015 / Jian Li, Bao Jiang -
Impact of Firms’ Life-cycle on Conservatism: The Malaysian Evidence
Abstract The aim for this paper is to examine the impact of life-cycle attributes of firms on conservatism. This timely loss recognition attribute of earnings has been proven theoretically and empirically to benefit users of accounting information...
2014 / Asna Atqa Abdullah, Norman Mohd-Saleh -
Empathy as the Factor of Moral Dilemma Solving in Adolescence
Abstract The analysis of empathy influence on moral dilemma solving in adolescence is done. Significant correlations between empathy level and strategies of moral dilemma solving are revealed. High empathy level, mutual expectations and social...
2014 / Sergey V. Molchanov -
From Theory to Inquiry in Social Sciences. Editorial
Abstract The current volume aims at disseminating a selection of papers presented at International Conference LUMEN 2014, From Theory to Inquiry in Social Sciences, that took place in 10-12 April 2014, Iasi, Romania. ...
2014 / Antonio Sandu, Ana Caras (Frunză) -
Integrating Six Sigma with Quality Management Systems for the Development and Continuous Improvement of Higher Education Institutions
Abstract Competitiveness, innovation and performance are the key words that best define the goals of the present business environment. Under the given circumstances concepts such as quality and continuous improvement become important actors in...
2014 / Pavel Adina-Petruţa, Sârbu Roxana -
Alternative Financing of SMEs in the Baltic States: Myth or Reality?
Abstract Alternative financing for small business can help companies whose owners can’t get traditional financing resources as small business loans, overdrafts and personal credit cards. New companies typically seek alternative financing when their...
2014 / Ramona Rupeika-Apoga -
External audit quality and ownership structure: interaction and impact on earnings management of industrial and commercial Tunisian sectors
Abstract This article emphasizes the significance of researching the cross effect of using jointly external audit quality and ownership structure over managerial discretion in a largely unexplored, non-Western and emerging context. The analysis is...
2014 / Amel Kouaib, Anis Jarboui -
Evaluation of Intellectual Capital in Regions of Volga Federal District of Russian Federation
Abstract The paper describes a system of indicators to evaluate the intellectual capital in regions. It analyzes the development of 14 regions of Volga Federal district (VFD) of Russian Federation and rank them on the basis of such criteria as...
2014 / Svetlana Kotenkova, Maksim Korablev -
On the Importance of Mediating Dynamic Capabilities for Ambidextrous Organizations
Abstract Recent literature has shown that performance increases with early customer integration in product development as early as the ramp-up stage, accommodating fast-changing demands. Additionally, literature elucidates the importance of...
2014 / Ruth Jiang, Sebastian Kortmann -
English Language Training Volunteer Program as a New Reality for Russia and its Social Benefits
Abstract The aim of this research paper is to define the achievements of educational project as volunteer intangible legacy of the 27th World Summer University Games, taking place July 6-17 in Kazan, Russia and to prove its positivity. The sample of ...
2014 / Khusainova Anisa Amirovna, Rahmatullina Albina Rustamovna -
Professional Ethics and Employability: Problems Expressed by University Teachers in Mexico and Spain
Abstract The article provides some theoretical and empirical elements of professional ethics and employability from the Research Project about Professional Ethics developed in the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). We introduce three...
2014 / Anita Hirsch Adler -
A socio-technical approach to improving retail energy efficiency behaviours
Abstract In recent years, the UK retail sector has made a significant contribution to societal responses on carbon reduction. We provide a novel and timely examination of environmental sustainability from a systems perspective, exploring how...
2014 / Sian Christina, Patrick Waterson, Andrew Dainty, Kevin Daniels