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Factors Affecting Business Performance after the Transfer of Leadership Generation in Small and Medium Enterprises
Authors: Duc Nguyen Anh , Thanh Le Trung , Tra Dang Hoang , Hieu Le Trung , Khue Nguyen Thi Minh
Published: December 2024

The aim of this study explores the factors affecting business performance after leadership generation transfer in small and medium-sized enterprises, set in the context of small and medium enterprises in the North of Vietnam. The study focuses on three main driven factors affecting business performance after the transfer of leadership generation in small and medium enterprises: CEO transition plan and process; How to select a successor; The characteristics of the successor. The research sample was taken from the context of small and medium enterprises in the North of Vietnam. For questionnaire administration, interviewees are selected at random from the population. Face-to-face, drop-off, and phone-calling approaches were used to disseminate the questionnaire. We received 938 completed returns out, the data was then cleaned and analyzed with SPSS software using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). Research shows that succession of three impact factors is closely related to the success of the transition and business performance after the transfer of leadership generation. Through data analysis, research shows that businesses need to choose their successors through fair competition to find the best candidate to be appointed as a leader, ensuring the success of the transition process. The findings of the research provide policymakers with valuable insights on the effects of factors affecting business performance after the transfer of leadership generation in small and medium enterprises. The study's recommendations can inform policies that promote sustainable economic development after the transfer of leadership generation.  In Vietnam, there are not many studies showing the importance of leadership transfer and analyzing the factors affecting leadership transfer, so through the impact factors of this study, leaders can easily find suitable solutions to select the next generation of leaders with high quality.
The Role of Strategic Leadership and Job-Related Motivation on Work Discipline and Employee Performance: A Case of the Life Insurance Sector of Indonesia
Authors: Udin Udin , Dananjoyo Radyan , Kenaz Muhammad Reydal , Shaikh Mohsin , Sugianto La Ode
Published: December 2024

Given the importance of strategic leadership in driving organizational success, understanding how it impacts motivation, discipline, and performance is crucial for both scholars and practitioners. Therefore, this study explores the relationships between strategic leadership (SL), job-related motivation (JRM), work discipline (WD), and employee performance within the life insurance sector in Jakarta, Indonesia. A quantitative approach was used, with data collected from 174 employees through structured questionnaires. The obtained data were analyzed using SmartPLS version 3.3.0. The findings revealed that SL significantly and positively influences JRM, WD, and employee performance. JRM was found to have a positive impact on both WD and employee performance. Additionally, WD directly affects employee performance. The results also demonstrated that JRM and WD act as significant mediators between SL and employee performance.
The Effectiveness of E-Learning Safety Education on Safety Behavior from the Perspective of Protection Motivation Theory: A Conceptual Approach
Authors: Sayidatunnisa Nur , Utomo Prio
Published: December 2024

The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of E-Learning Safety Education on Safety Behavior from the perspective of Protection Motivation Theory. Several Effective E-Learning Safety Education antecedents, such as E-Learning format characteristics, technology characteristics, and instructor- and learner-related factors, are proposed, with implications for safety behavior. The relationship between these characteristics and safety behavior designs is observed within the Protection Motivation Theory framework that deals with threat and coping appraisal with the implication of improved Safety Behavior. A proposed theoretical framework could provide insight into E-Learning's potential to enhance safety behavior across different sectors.
Human Resources Management and Creative Talent Management through Wise Leadership: Suggested Framework
Authors: Awashreh Raed , Ghunaimi Hisham Al
Published: December 2024

The study delves into the critical linkage of Human Resource Management, creative talent management, and wise leadership in driving innovation, creativity, and long-term organizational success through an integrated holistic approach. The paper develops a complete theoretical framework, synthesizing secondary data through, among others, peer-reviewed academic articles and case studies, adding the authors' professional experiences of the last twenty years in a manner that aligns the goals of the organization with the HR practices while maintaining nurturance for creativity and wise leadership. The research points out the important lacuna in the existing literature, which has been dealing with HRM, creative talent management, and leadership in isolation, hence fragmented. The findings indicate that an integrated approach is imperative, especially in innovation-intensive sectors like academia, technology, and media. This may call for a paradigm shift in viewing HRM as being proactive enough to develop innovation and employee-empowerment initiatives. Although based on secondary data, the study makes a valuable theoretical contribution with practical recommendations for the organizational adoption of HRM strategies that foster sustainable creativity. It pinpoints several implications for both social and institutional contexts and calls for further research in order to explore these concepts in diverse organizational and cultural settings
Concept of Participation Model in Community-Based Ecotourism Programs Adjacent to Conservation Forests
Authors: Utama I Gusti Bagus Rai , Trimurti Christimulia Purnama , Junaedi I Wayan Ruspendi , Krismawintari Ni Putu Dyah
Published: December 2024

The research aims to develop a community-based participation model for eco-tourism in villages near conservation forests in Bali. A survey was conducted with 250 stakeholders across five locations: Bali Mangrove, Batur Lake, Buyan Lake, Tamblingan Lake, and West Bali National Park. Data were analyzed using both quantitative methods, including descriptive statistics and regression analysis, and qualitative methods to provide deeper insights. Key findings indicate that significant factors influencing participation in environmental conservation programs include leadership roles and business opportunities, collaboration among industries, and local community training and interest. Conversely, optimism about funding and knowledge related to eco-tourism were found to be non-significant variables. Additionally, community experience regarding income and commitment negatively affected participation. This mixed-methods study contributes to theoretical models of community involvement in conservation-based eco-tourism, offering insights for policymakers and practitioners. The findings are expected to enhance sustainable eco-tourism development in Bali, ensuring economic benefits for local communities while promoting environmental conservation. Overall, the research underscores the importance of empowering local communities as active participants in eco-tourism initiatives to achieve both economic and ecological sustainability.
Sustainable development strategies in enterprise management: Innovation and responsibility
Authors: Brychko Alina , Cui Xiaoping , Kharchenko Tetiana , Tytarenko Valeriy , Pitel Nataliia
Published: December 2024

This study seeks to determine the relationship between corporate social responsibility, innovation, environmental management, the regulatory environment, and digital infrastructure on sustainable enterprise performance globally from 2005–2023. Pesaran's cross-sectional dependence test indicated an issue of cross-sectional dependency among the series, so the second-generation unit root test of the cross-sectional augmented IPS (CIPS) presented by Pesaran was applied. The unit root test showed that few variables are stationary at level, while most are stationary at first difference, I(0)/I(1). The Westerlund cointegration test was applied, and the results confirmed a long-run relationship among the variables. A mixed order of integration and the existence of cointegration are recommended for the use of cross-sectional autoregressive distributed lag (CS-ARDL). The CS-ARDL results show that corporate social responsibility, innovation, the regulatory environment, and digital infrastructure have a significantly positive relationship with sustainable enterprise performance. In contrast, management of the environment has a significantly negative relationship with sustainable enterprise performance globally. It is recommended that the policy on why organizations should employ sustainable practices states that it is necessary to encourage creativity, invest in better digital infrastructure, and implement more comprehensive legal regulations globally. Policymakers from lower-income and middle-class economies must invest in infrastructure development.
Impact of neuropathic pain on sleep quality in earthquake-related peripheral nerve injuries
Authors: Büyükvural Şen Sıdıka , Çetin Emine , Ortaç Emine Aygül
Published: December 2024

Objective: Natural disasters such as earthquakes often cause sleep disorders in affected individuals. Neuropathic pain seen in traumatic peripheral nerve injuries has been found to be associated with sleep disorders. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of neuropathic pain on sleep quality in patients who sustained peripheral nerve injuries during the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquake that occurred on February 6, 2023, and were rescued from under the rubble.
Method: The study included 45 earth-quake survivors with electrophysiologically confirmed peripheral nerve injuries, aged 18 and above. Pain was assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) scores, and the presence of neuropathic pain was evaluated using the Turkish version of the Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Symptoms and Signs (LANSS). Sleep quality was assessed using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and anxiety and depression levels were evaluated using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS).
Results: Among earthquake victims who suffered peripheral nerve injuries, 31 out of 45 people (69%) were found to experience neuropathic pain. Among the earthquake survivors with poor sleep quality (PSQI≥5), the duration of entrapment under the rubble, the extremity VAS scores, the LANSS scores, and the HADS depression and anxiety scores were significantly higher (p=0.018, p=0.001, p=0.008, p=0.001, and p<0.001, respectively). The LANSS scores had positive, moderately significant correlations with the extremity VAS and PSQI scores (r=0.356, p=0.016 and r=0.486, p=0.001, respectively).
Conclusion: This study shows that the intensity of neuropathic pain due to peripheral nerve injuries is high in earthquake victims has poor sleep quality. There is a need to develop targeted interventions addressing the unique challenges faced by earthquake survivors with peripheral nerve injuries.
Comparison of safety and efficacy outcomes of intravenous thrombolysis in posterior vs. anterior circulation stroke
Authors: Chen Lingyan , Ma Chuanhua , Ying Anna
Published: December 2024

Background & Objectives: Most previous large clinical studies of intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) focused on anterior circulation stroke (ACS). However, the results from ACS studies cannot fully represent posterior circulation stroke (PCS) patients due to their differences in symptoms, signs and etiologies. This study aimed to compare whether there are differences in thrombolysis outcomes between ACS and PCS patients who underwent IVT alone, and to explore predictors of outcomes in PCS after IVT.
Methods: We included acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients who underwent IVT and divided them into ACS and PCS groups according to clinical symptoms and neuroimaging examinations. A series of baseline data were collected while symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage (sICH), hemorrhagic cerebral infarction (HI), parenchymal hemorrhage (PH), all intracranial hemorrhage (aICH), mortality and the modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score were employed to assess thrombolysis outcomes.
Results: Among 321 IVT-treated AIS patients, 87 had PCS. The incidence of sICH (1.1% vs. 9.8%, p=0.007), PH (1.1% vs. 9.8%, p=0.007), and aICH (4.6% vs. 15.8%, p=0.008) were lower in PCS than in ACS. A higher proportion of PCS achieved an excellent recovery (56.3% vs. 43.6%, p=0.042) and functional independence (66.7% vs. 53.8%, p=0.039) at 3 months poststroke. Logistic regression analysis identified the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score (p<0.001) and pre-event antiplatelet therapy (p=0.005) as significant predictors of excellent recovery and the NIHSS score (p<0.001) as a unique predictor of functional independence at 90 days in PCS.
Conclusions: PCS patients had a lower risk of intracranial hemorrhage complications and better functional outcomes after IVT alone.
Age and method-specific differences in the efficacy of non-invasive brain stimulation in patients’ post-stroke limb spasticity: a meta-analysis
Authors: Cao Xiaorong , Xu Wei , Yu Mengbei
Published: December 2024

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of two non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) methods, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), on spasticity in post-stroke patients with respect to patient age and muscle type.
Methods: This meta-analysis was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. PUBMED (MEDLINE), Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and ExcerptaMedica Database (EMBASE) were searched for all randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published before December 2023.
Results: In patients with spasticity after stroke, both rTMS (SMD: -0.56, CI95%: -0.81, -0.31, P<0.0001) and tDCS (SMD: -0.74, CI95%: -0.89, -0.59, P=0.005) significantly reduced the modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) compared with the control group. rTMS and tDCS were more effective in patients < 60 years than those > 60 years. Both rTMS and tDCS were effective against upper limb spasticity, particularly in patients aged < 60 years. Chronicity of stroke did not affect the benefit of rTMS to reduce spasticity although tDCS was more effective at 2 months after stroke onset. The reduction in spasticity in patients with supratentorial lesions was demonstrated by tDCS. The effectiveness of rTMS in spasticity reduction was not affected by the stimulation rate, but the use of tDCS at < 2 mA significantly decreased spasticity. Anodal stimulation (tDCS) reduced spasticity after stroke, especially in patients < 60 years of age. Other therapies, such as robotic therapy, the use of virtual reality, and electroacupuncture, were less effective against spasticity than conventional physical therapy combined with tDCS. The effectiveness of rTMS in spasticity reduction was not affected by the level of development, although tDCS was more successful in developing countries.
Conclusions: Our findings suggest that NIBS should consider age, methods, and muscle type when treating patients with limb spasticity after stroke.
Evaluation of atrophy after botulinum toxin injection in cervical dystonia by MRI
Authors: Salari Mehri , Parvizi Samaneh , Haghighatkhah Hamidreza , Elahi Vahed Iman , Fattahi Payam , Sabbagh Alvani Mohammadamin , Kheirolahkhani Yashar , Mafi Balani Mohammadreza , Etemadifar Masoud , Rashedi Ronak
Published: December 2024

Objectives: Cervical dystonia (CD) is one of the most common forms of dystonia seen clinically, Botulinum neurotoxin type A (BoNT) is known as the first-line therapy for CD. One of the most critical side effects of chronic exposure to BoNT is developing muscle atrophy which causes cosmetic issues and future injection difficulty. In this study, we examined the degree of atrophy caused by botulinum toxin injection, as the most effective treatment of CD, and the factors affecting it to reduce atrophy.
Methods: Patients underwent treatment by injecting standard doses of BoNT for 12 months. Soft-tissue cervical MRI was performed for seven patients before treatment and 12 months later. Sternocleidomastoid and splenius capitis in the transverse cut in T1 MRI view were measured in MRIs for each patient, and muscle atrophy volume was calculated.
Results: Two patients were male, five were female, and the mean age was 40 ± 12.76 years. The amount of atrophy increased significantly with increasing injection dose and frequency. Muscular atrophy was significantly higher in people older than 50 years, but gender and body mass index (BMI) had no significant effect.
Conclusion: Muscular atrophy is more likely in older patients, those treated with higher doses of BoNT, and those who received more frequent injections.
Distribution patterns of obstructive and central apnea in adults with obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome
Authors: Yang Jing , Chen Mo , Lei Hui-jia , Lai You-qing , Wang Zi-jing , Yang Yang , Peng Ben-gang
Published: December 2024

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the distribution patterns of obstructive and central apnea events in adults with obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS).
Methods: Utilizing polysomnography (PSG) data, we selected patients with a habitual snoring condition and categorized them into OSAHS and non-OSAHS groups. The OSAHS group was further stratified into mild, moderate, and severe subgroups based on disease severity. We compared the distribution of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and central sleep apnea (CSA) events between the groups, analyzing their correlation with the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), age, gender, and other factors.
Results: A total of 460 patients were enrolled for the study, 374 patients were in the OSAHS group and 86 patients in the non-OSAHS group. (1) There were statistical differences in AHI and obstructive apnea index (OAI) in all groups (P < 0.05), with the OSAHS group having a higher AHI and OAI than the non-OSAHS group. (2) In the OSAHS group, OAI and AHI had the highest correlation (r = 0.884, P < 0.01), and central apnea index (CAI) and AHI had the lowest correlation (r = 0.237, P < 0.01); in the non-OSAHS group, OAI and AHI had the highest correlation (r = 0.520, P < 0.01), and CAI and AHI had the lowest correlation (r = 0.312, P < 0.01). (3) In the OSAHS group, OAI was significantly correlated with the severity of patient disease (r = 0.828, P < 0.01), whereas CAI was marginally correlated with the severity of patient disease (r = 0.235, P < 0.01), but it increased as the condition became more severe.
Conclusion: Patients with OSAHS exhibited both CSA and OSA, with OAI having a significantly greater impact. OAI can serve as a valuable index for evaluating OSAHS severity, while CSA appears to be primarily influenced by the overall disease severity. Notably, patients with OSAHS had a higher CAI compared to those without OSAHS.
Cephalic tetanus presenting as facial palsy, ptosis, trismus, and orthopnea following a fall
Authors: Lim Gareth Zigui , Cheung Ying Shan , Teo Kevin Soon Hwee , Ngiam Jinghao Nicholas , Smitasin Nares , Chan Yee Cheun
Published: December 2024

Tetanus is a bacterial infection of the nervous system caused by neurotoxins produced by Clostridium tetani. Cephalic tetanus is a rare, localized form of the disease that is often under-recognized and misdiagnosed. Patients typically present with cranial neuropathies, trismus, and stiffness localized to the head and neck. Early recognition of the disease is crucial, as it is easily treatable and can prevent progression to the more severe generalized form. In this report, we describe a patient who developed progressive neurological symptoms after sustaining a forehead laceration from a fall. Over the course of three weeks, he developed facial (VII) nerve palsy, ptosis, followed by trismus, and later orthopnea, which are uncommon manifestations of the disease. This case underscores the importance of early recognition, treatment, and prevention of this neglected condition, which is not commonly observed in well-developed healthcare systems where immunization is universally available.
Exploring the Path to Enterprise Data Rights
Authors: Qi Wen
Published: December 2024

Enterprise data are business data generated and controlled by enterprises in the course of production, operation and management, and do not involve personal information or public interest. However, due to the lack of a national law to provide a specific definition of data ownership, the differences between local systems are obvious and difficult to articulate, and confined to the characteristics of the data itself, there is a tension between enterprise data and personal information, which hinders the full release of the value of the data elements in the social-economic life, and the confirmation of the right is the basis of the market-oriented allocation of the data, based on which it is necessary to determine the protection of enterprise data at the legislative level, and to further Define the scope of the subject and object of the new type of property right of enterprise data.
Impact of Population Aging on the Japanese Economy
Authors: Li Yihan
Published: December 2024

With ongoing economic and social development, the level of aging is deepening, making population aging a common challenge for many countries worldwide. Japan, in particular, has become the country with the most severe population aging issue. As the problem of population aging in Japan intensifies, this study analyzes the various factors contributing to this phenomenon. On this basis, the study examines the core economic impacts of population aging on Japan, focusing on three main areas: the labor market, consumption patterns, and fiscal expenditure. Specifically, it discusses the constraints on economic growth due to reduced labor supply and skill loss, the effects of changes in elderly consumption patterns on market demand, and the challenges posed by increased pension and healthcare expenditures to public finances. Subsequently, this paper summarizes the key strategies adopted by the Japanese government to address population aging, including pension system reforms, promotion of elderly employment, comprehensive social security coverage, and improvements in community-based long-term care services. The research on the impact of population aging on Japan's economy and the analysis of Japan's response strategies provide valuable insights for other countries, including China, in addressing the challenges of population aging and improving social security systems.
Discussion on the Dynamic Trend of RMB Exchange Rate after the Full Lifting of Epidemic Control
Authors: Zhang Yichi
Published: December 2024

In recent years, the internationalization of the RMB has been steadily advancing, becoming increasingly significant in international trade, investment, payment, and settlement. As one of the world’s major payment currencies, the RMB’s exchange rate fluctuations have garnered considerable attention since the full lifting of epidemic control at the end of 2022. This paper systematically reviews the changes in the RMB exchange rate post-epidemic control and its potential influencing factors, while also providing an outlook on future research directions.
Study on the Impact of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao National Games on Enhancing City Branding in the Greater Bay Area
Authors: Dai Yidi , Zhong Zhengqi , Huang Chenghe , Li Yingmei , Zhou Jiajun , He Dongjin
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this paper is to explore the comprehensive impact of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao National Games on enhancing the city brand of the Greater Bay Area and its role in regional synergistic development. Through literature review, current situation analysis and strategy suggestions, this paper reveals the positive role of the Games in shaping city image, promoting regional synergistic development, boosting economic growth and enhancing international competitiveness. At the same time, this paper also points out the challenges faced in the process of enhancing the international influence of sports in the Greater Bay Area, including insufficient supply of international events, differences in institutional mechanisms and imbalance in the supply of sports media. On this basis, the paper puts forward strategic suggestions such as innovating institutional mechanisms, cultivating diversified sports media supply and constructing an international communication system for sports in the Greater Bay Area. Finally, the paper summarizes the limitations of the study and suggests future research directions, with a view to providing theoretical and practical support for the development of the sports industry and the enhancement of the city brand in the Greater Bay Area of Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao.
Digital Teaching Reform and Practice of ERP Sandtable Against Simulation Course
Authors: Wang Wei
Published: December 2024

ERP Sandtable Confrontation Simulation is a public compulsory course set up by colleges and universities, which is increasingly valued by all colleges and universities. In the process of teaching reform, this course uses the online and offline teaching methods of "physical manual sandtable" + "commercial electronic sandtable", and adopts the teaching mode of BOPPPS, allowing students to independently learn theoretical knowledge through the online learning platform. Combined with the online platform of "Business electronic sandtable", the offline use of "physical manual sandtable" teaching AIDS to simulate confrontation, stimulate students' interest in learning, enhance students' active participation, improve students' subjective initiative in independent learning, realize online and offline mobile information teaching, and cultivate students' entrepreneurial spirit of honesty and trust, dedication, unity and cooperation. Cultivate innovative talents for enterprises.Keywords: ERP sand table simulation; BOPPPS teaching model; entrepreneurial spirit; online and offline blended teaching; mobile informationization.
The Effect of Secure-base Leadership on Work-related Flow: A Moderated Mediation Model
Authors: Yang Weibin
Published: December 2024

Secure-base leadership encourages employees to take risks and challenges and highly cares for them, which can improve employees' psychology, attitudes, and behaviors, and is beneficial for organizations to cope with the uncertainty of future development. Based on the cognitive appraisal theory of stress, which incorporates perceived stress and emotional intelligence, this study collected data from 568 questionnaires, and used hierarchical regression to explore the mechanism of action of safe-base leadership on employees' work immersion and the moderating role of emotional intelligence. The study showed that secure-base leadership significantly and positively affects work-related flow; secure-base leadership promotes work-related flow by decreasing employees' perceived stress; emotional intelligence negatively moderates the relationship between perceived stress and work-related flow, and further moderates the mediating role of perceived stress in the relationship between secure-base leadership and employees' work-related flow. The results of this study confirmed the intrinsic mechanism and boundary conditions between secure-base leadership and employee work-related flow, and provided worthwhile lessons and guidance for leaders to effectively promote employee work-related flow.
Exploration of Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Online Recruitment Service Ratings
Authors: Chen I-Ching , Huang Jintong
Published: December 2024

Background information & problem statement: Online recruitment has brought great benefits to both enterprises and candidates in terms of reducing recruitment costs, expanding the scope of recruitment advertisements, publishing recruitment information quickly, and effectively interacting in the recruitment process, as well as promoting the flow of talent and economic development in the region. As a result, online recruitment has become the first choice for businesses and candidates. However, there are still problems in the practical application of online recruitment, such as excessive amount of information, low pass rate, and unsatisfactory recruitment effect, which is not conducive to the implementation of enterprise human resource management. Motivation: This study studies the influencing factors of online recruitment and the measures to improve the effectiveness of online recruitment, so as to provide theoretical guidance and reference for enterprises to take effective countermeasures. Research method: This study aims to assist in improving the service functions of online recruitment platforms through the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to meet more user needs. By understanding the demand orientation of job seekers, the study provides a more suitable evaluation of recruitment effectiveness and serves as a reference for improving the quality of recruitment services on various online platforms. Findings & conclusion: Through the relationship matrix, online recruitment platforms can understand whether the services they provide can meet the real needs of users, so as to serve as a basis for understanding more user-friendly needs, as shown in Figure 3. As can be seen from the figure, the top five in the total points ranking are value-added services, design beautification, platform management, dispute resolution and reasonable compensation. Therefore, under the premise of limited resources, enterprises can give priority to increasing value-added services, optimizing the system interface, strengthening the privacy review management of the platform, timely handling of disputes between applicants and enterprises, and improving the claim system. Enterprises can consider projects with low total points such as strengthening customer service training, improving training skills, and simplifying platform operations when they have spare resources to invest capital.
Research on the Cross-Border E-Commerce Website Operation Strategy of Chinese Start-ups
Authors: Chen Xinyu
Published: December 2024

With the rapid development of cross-border e-commerce in China, countless outstanding companies are emerging in this sector. However, due to the ongoing deterioration of the competitive landscape, the traditional model of participating in third-party platforms has increasingly become unsuitable for startups. Compared to relying on third-party platforms, operating an independent website allows businesses to avoid excessive competition, accumulate user data, build a strong brand identity, and avoid platform regulations. For startup cross-border e-commerce businesses, particular attention should be given to accurately targeting niche markets, emulating successful competitors, establishing a DTC (direct-to-consumer) independent website and social media channel matrix, and strategically allocating team members to successfully expand internationally.
Can a Higher Level of Digital Economy Help Manufacturing Transition?
Authors: Wang Xinran
Published: December 2024

Liaoning Province has experienced many years of industrial structure adjustment, but there are still industrial structure contradictions. Since the reform and opening up, the economy of Liaoning Province has been developing steadily, and the prosperous development of tertiary industry has played a positive role in promoting the economic development. The “12th Five-Year Plan” of Liaoning Province clearly puts forward the goal of adjusting the industrial structure, focusing on the supportive role of scientific and technological innovation in industrial upgrading, vigorously developing strategic emerging industries, transforming and upgrading traditional industries, and eliminating backward production capacity. However, the optimization of industrial structure in Liaoning Province has always been a concern for Chinese scholars. In studies since the 1990s, it has been found that the industrial structure of Liaoning province relies too much on heavy industry and capital-intensive industries, and that it needs to further upgrade basic industries and promote the transformation of the industrial structure towards the dominance of primary, secondary and tertiary industries.
Business Strategy Innovation and Investment Risk Prevention and Control under Sustainable Development
Authors: Lu Renzhi
Published: December 2024

This research investigates the relationship between innovation strategies and investment risk, with a particular focus on the moderating effect of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Utilizing data from Chinese listed companies, we employ multiple regression models to assess the impact of R&D investments on systematic risk (Beta) and explore how ESG scores influence this relationship.  Our findings indicate that increased R&D investment is associated with higher investment risk, highlighting the inherent uncertainties and potential volatility of innovation activities.  However, strong ESG practices mitigate these risks, suggesting that companies with robust ESG frameworks can reduce the additional risk introduced by high levels of innovation.  The study also reveals significant interrelationships among key financial metrics, underscoring the complexity of managing innovation and investment risk.  These insights provide valuable implications for companies, investors, and policymakers, emphasizing the need for balanced growth strategies that incorporate effective risk management and sustainable practices.  This research contributes to the literature by offering empirical evidence on the interplay between innovation, ESG, and investment risk, ultimately advocating for more resilient and sustainable business practices.
Exploration of Flood Risk Cause Identification and Prevention and Control Strategy of Subway Underground Construction in Coastal Areas
Authors: Qi Xiao
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the identification of flood risk causes and prevention and control strategies for subway underground construction in coastal areas. With the backdrop of global climate change leading to increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, the construction of rail transit engineering, especially in coastal cities, faces significant challenges. The paper discusses the high-risk nature of subway construction due to the complex underground environment and the lower skill threshold of construction personnel. It reviews the current status of risk management research both domestically and internationally, highlighting advancements in risk identification, assessment methods, and intelligent construction management. The study emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to flood risk management, including risk identification, assessment, and disaster prevention planning, as well as the improvement of flood disaster prevention and control systems. The paper concludes by advocating for the optimization of engineering design, construction adjustments, and the establishment of a long-term monitoring and maintenance mechanism to enhance the resilience of coastal cities' subway construction against flood risks.
Research on the Impact of Corporate Mergers on the Market
Authors: Wang Yichen
Published: December 2024

This paper explores Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Blizzard Entertainment, a landmark deal in the gaming industry. It analyzes the impact on Microsoft’s market position, business strategy, and financial performance. The paper starts with a review of merger and acquisition theories, then compares Microsoft’s and Blizzard’s pre-acquisition market positions and strategies. It assesses the effects of the acquisition on Microsoft’s market performance, strategic adjustments, and financial outcomes. Finally, it provides insights and recommendations based on current industry trends for Microsoft and other businesses.
Research on the Influencing Factors of Rural Entrepreneurial Behavior of Graduates from Private Colleges in China
Authors: Liu Chang , Jiang Songyu
Published: December 2024

Against the backdrop of rural economic development, effectively cultivating high-quality innovative and entrepreneurial talents has become a focal point for Chinese higher education institutions. As an important part of higher education, private universities play an indispensable role in promoting rural and regional economic development. Taking Henan Province as an example, this paper studies the influencing factors of entrepreneurial behavior among graduates of private universities, aiming to reveal the key factors affecting graduates' entrepreneurial behavior and to propose corresponding policy recommendations. Through a literature review, the theoretical basis is analyzed, and research questions and models are proposed. The paper employs a questionnaire survey method, collecting relevant data from graduates of several private universities in Henan Province, and uses statistical analysis tools to process and analyze the data. The research results show that factors such as family background, entrepreneurial education, social resources, and policy support have influenced the entrepreneurial behavior of graduates from private universities to some extent. In addition, this paper also explores the moderating role of entrepreneurial awareness, entrepreneurial skills, and risk tolerance in entrepreneurial intentions. Based on the research findings, this paper proposes several suggestions: first, strengthen entrepreneurial education to enhance graduates' entrepreneurial skills; second, optimize policy support to provide a favorable external environment for graduates' entrepreneurship; third, make full use of social resources, strengthen school-enterprise cooperation, and provide graduates with more entrepreneurial opportunities and guidance. The research in this paper is not only significant for promoting entrepreneurship among graduates of private universities but also provides a scientific basis for local governments and universities to formulate relevant policies.
Research on Derivative Business Modes in Modern Publishing and Distribution Based on Aesthetics of Daily Life
Authors: Wu Fang , Duan Yanpei , Tang Yilin
Published: December 2024

Traditional publishing and distribution channels have been challenged by digital reading and e-commerce platforms, prompting transformation through cultural derivatives and cross-sectoral business avenues. "Composite operations" have become a common model for innovative publishing and distribution in China. Bookstores are shifting from "book retailers" to "cultural consumer service spaces," incorporating cultural concepts and creative products into their business scope. This paper conducts field research on the characteristic hybrid bookstores in Shanghai, examining the current state of the industry from perspectives such as types of cultural and creative products, cultural and tourism spaces, and cultural experience services. It explores how aesthetics of daily life can be integrated into publishing and distribution, providing new developmental insights for the traditional publishing industry.
Empirical Test and Analysis of Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) in China's Capital Market
Authors: Zhang Jiahui
Published: December 2024

Based on the obtained data of 80 stocks in Shanghai A-shares from August 5, 2016 to August 4, 2019, this paper empirically tests the applicability of the capital asset pricing model (CAPM) in China's capital market. Through regression analysis and time series analysis, the association between systematic risk (beta coefficient) and stock returns, as well as the impact of non-systematic risk on stock returns, are studied. The results show that from August 5, 2016 to August 4, 2019, the beta coefficient is significantly positively related to the excess return of stocks, but non-systematic risk has no significant impact on stock returns, which is consistent with the core assumptions of CAPM. Nevertheless, the explanatory power of CAPM is weakened during periods of high market volatility, reflecting the uniqueness of China's capital market.
Research on the Development Path of Traditional Ethnic Minority Villages' Governance: A Case Study of the Miao Village of Basha in Guizhou
Authors: Yang Zipeng
Published: December 2024

This paper takes the governance and development of the Miao Village of Basha in Congjiang County, Guizhou Province as the research subject. Based on relevant domestic and international studies, it employs a combination of literature research, field investigation, and comprehensive analysis methods, applying governance theory to analyze the development of Basha Village. Through field surveys and empirical analysis, it was found that there are still many problems that need to be addressed in the actual governance and development of Basha Village, such as insufficient government policy support, inadequate infrastructure, inadequate construction of grassroots self-governance organizations, and insufficient publicity efforts. After identifying these issues, corresponding paths were proposed to address the problems that have arisen.
Methods for Carbon Reduction through Green Supply Chain Management in the Automotive Industry
Authors: Zhang Ruohan
Published: December 2024

The automotive industry chain is long and involves a wide range of fields. Implementing green supply chain management is of great significance for reducing pollution and carbon emissions. In this paper, three enterprises in the automotive industry are taken as examples, and the practice of green supply chain carbon reduction in the automotive field is summarized.It is concluded that automotive enterprises can carry out carbon emission reduction in the supply chain from multiple dimensions, such as setting goals, capacity building, technology application and economic incentives, including establishing carbon neutrality goals and working groups, providing carbon management training for suppliers, developing digital carbon management platforms, implementing supply chain localization and internal carbon pricing mechanisms, etc., so as to promote the green transformation of the entire industrial chain.
The Impact of Rcep On Cross-Border E-Commerce
Authors: Wang Yuzhuo
Published: December 2024

As one of the largest free trade agreements globally, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has had a profound impact on the Cross-Border E-Commerce sector. This study uses JD International as a case study and employs literature review and case analysis to explore the specific effects of RCEP on Cross-Border E-Commerce platforms. The research findings indicate that since the implementation of RCEP, JD International has experienced a 27.8% increase in total sales of imported goods, with particularly significant growth in sales from Southeast Asian countries. Additionally, the average customs clearance and logistics time for imported goods on JD International have notably decreased by 15% and 20%, respectively. The study also analyzes operational model adjustments and innovations at JD International within the context of RCEP, as well as the opportunities and challenges it faces, while proposing targeted development strategies. This research provides foundational evidence for understanding how RCEP shapes new competitive dynamics in Cross-Border E-Commerce and offers insights for strategic adjustments and business optimization for not only JD International but also other Cross-Border E-Commerce platforms.
Understanding and Application of Aggravating Circumstances in Child Molestation on the Internet
Authors: Zhou Xiaohan
Published: December 2024

With the popularization and development of the Internet, cyberspace has become a new platform for criminal activities, and the problem of child molestation in cyberspace is becoming increasingly serious. In order to protect the rights and interests of children, this paper believes that the aggravating circumstance of "in a public place in broad daylight" should be applied in the crime of molesting children in cyberspace. Due to the increasing publicity, openness, and social attributes of cyberspace, it has certain characteristics of "public place" to a certain extent, so it should be considered that the crime was committed in a "public place in broad daylight" under certain conditions, and should be punished severely according to the law. In order to avoid inappropriately expanding the scope of crime, the criteria for identifying "public places" and "in broad daylight" should be clarified, and the scope of application should be reasonably defined based on the characteristics of cyberspace.
Exploration on the Teaching Reform of "Internal Audit (Bilingual)" Course under the Perspective of Ideological and Political Courses
Authors: Chu Chunhong , Xu Rui , Gao Minglu
Published: December 2024

This paper first discusses the necessity of ideological and political education in bilingual internal audit courses. On this basis, it analyzes the difficulties in the construction of ideological and political education in bilingual internal audit courses, such as textbooks and their application, insufficient coordination between the subject and object of ideological and political education and teaching in English major courses, and insufficient construction of an ideological and political teaching evaluation system for audit major courses. It further proposes paths of teaching reform, such as clarifying the moral education goals of ideological and political education in courses, deeply exploring the elements of curriculum education, improving teachers' own ideological and political cultivation, effectively applying teaching resources, reconstructing the ideological and political teaching process, diversifying teaching methods, building a teaching subject co-created by teachers and students, and building an ideological and political teaching effect evaluation system.
Advancements in Pharmaceutical Science: Synthesis and Application of Molecular Cages Integrating N-Heterocyclic Carbenes for Enhanced Stability and Functionality
Authors:   Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Drug Quality Control Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Rachid Privet University, Damascus, Syria., Thallaj Prof. Dr. Nasser
Published: December 2024

The synthesis of molecular cages to encapsulate chemical entities, such as metal ions, anions, or small molecules, has emerged as a significant area of research in supramolecular chemistry. This article explores the design and construction of various macrocyclic ligands, particularly crown ethers, cryptands, and multi-branched macrocycles, highlighting their unique structural properties and coordination chemistry with transition metals and alkali ions. We delve into the role of N-Heterocyclic Carbenes (NHCs) in enhancing the stability and functionality of these macrocyclic systems. The integration of NHCs into macrocyclic architectures presents opportunities for novel applications in catalysis, photoluminescence, and biomedical fields. By examining the advancements in macrocycle-NHC chemistry, this article underscores the potential of these systems in developing innovative materials with tailored properties for diverse applications.