Editorial Material
Biochemical Research Methods
Vivien Marx
Summary: Scientists are creative caretakers of the organisms they study, particularly when it comes to the young ones.
Article
Biology
Andrey Andreev, Valerie Komatsu, Paula Almiron, Kasey Rose, Alexandria Hughes, Maurice Y. Lee
Summary: Having a formal onboarding procedure for new lab members can improve the happiness and productivity of the working environment.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Tomasz Oleksy, Anna Wnuk, Malgorzata Piskorska, Catalina L. Toma
Summary: The most ambitious visions of metaverse technology promise to create virtual places that offer the same possibilities as the real world. However, studies have shown a low level of willingness to migrate to the metaverse due to perceived metaverse-related threat. Greater attachment to virtual places is associated with both an increased willingness to migrate and a lower level of perceived threat.
COMPUTERS IN HUMAN BEHAVIOR
(2023)
Editorial Material
Geochemistry & Geophysics
J. A. M. E. S. L. GARRISON
Summary: The March 2022 issue of IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Magazine focuses on the theme of "Algorithms to Applications". The 13 features cover various aspects of remote sensing, including microwave and optical observations using ground, airborne, and satellite platforms. The articles are organized to highlight algorithms and interesting applications, with some features incorporating bibliometric analysis.
IEEE GEOSCIENCE AND REMOTE SENSING MAGAZINE
(2022)
Article
Business
Debarun Chakraborty, Smruti Patre, Devisha Tiwari
Summary: The present study redefines the Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM) through a mixed-method investigation to examine dating-partner behavior in the metaverse using innovative variables. It also investigates the moderating role of realistic threat and perceived trust in the proposed model. The research consists of two parts: the first collects dating app users' responses from online reviews on social media sites, while the second validates the model through confirmatory analysis using identified constructs. Perceived trust moderates the association between perceived attitude and dating intention in the metaverse, whereas realistic threat does not. The study highlights the importance of various factors in shaping perceived attitude, except for perceived accuracy of information, and emphasizes the need to address privacy and security concerns to gain users' trust.
JOURNAL OF RETAILING AND CONSUMER SERVICES
(2023)
Article
Business, Finance
Yunxia Bai, Bofu Zhang, Liuyang Xue
Summary: This paper investigates the economic dynamics of the metaverse through the analysis of on-chain data from a blockchain game. The New Keynesian Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium (DSGE) model is implemented to explore the token inflation in the metaverse economy. By incorporating in-game cryptocurrency, the standard DSGE models are extended to capture the demand and supply of NFT assets. The paper compares the responses to tokenomic shocks that affect the metaverse economy. It is the first study to utilize on-chain token holding data and DSGE models to examine the metaverse economy.
FINANCE RESEARCH LETTERS
(2023)
News Item
Computer Science, Hardware & Architecture
Keith Kirkpatrick
Summary: Businesses, entertainment, and fashion companies are already establishing their presence in this advanced virtual world.
COMMUNICATIONS OF THE ACM
(2022)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Kunhua Liu, Long Chen, Lingxi Li, Huaiwei Ren, Fei-Yue Wang
Summary: Mines are crucial energy sources globally, but their efficiency and security are hindered by adverse weather and environmental conditions. This article explores the application of Metaverse in mining and introduces MetaMining as a new mode to achieve high-efficiency and high-security mining in the physical world through interaction with the virtual world. The development phases of MetaMining are outlined, along with its architecture and key technologies and potential challenges.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON SYSTEMS MAN CYBERNETICS-SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Arianne T. Hinds, Igor D. D. Curcio, Matthew Hamilton
Summary: This article discusses some of the basic principles of the Metaverse, such as the preference for 3D formats, digital currencies, interoperability, and interactivity. One of the most significant changes may be the distribution and interoperability of 3D media. Therefore, it explores the considerations and requirements for transitioning to 3D media and the concept of immersive media.
IEEE COMMUNICATIONS MAGAZINE
(2023)
Editorial Material
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Javier Gozalvez
Summary: I welcome Prof. Weihua Zhuang, the president of VTS, to the first issue of IEEE Vehicular Technology Magazine in 2023. She is a dedicated and experienced volunteer who has held various important positions in VTS. I believe she will make a significant and positive impact as the VTS President. I wish her the best in her term and look forward to her messages in the magazine.
IEEE VEHICULAR TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE
(2023)
Editorial Material
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Javier Gozalvez
Summary: This editorial column acknowledges Prof. Abbas Jamalipour's successful term as president of the IEEE Vehicular Technology Society, highlighting the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and the ability of Abbas and his team to lead the Society effectively in the midst of remote work and virtual meetings.
IEEE VEHICULAR TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE
(2022)
Article
Communication
Paul Roquet
Summary: Interest in Japan's 'metaverse' emerged in response to Facebook's rebranding as Meta. While Meta focuses on blending virtual spaces with existing offices, Japanese approaches prioritize creating alternate worlds to substitute for reality. This essay examines trade paperbacks released in Japan after Facebook's rebranding to explore the theme of physical and social withdrawal in these metaverse appeals. It critically examines the conservative 'otaku' politics behind outsourcing everyday social interaction to American tech platforms for profit.
MEDIA CULTURE & SOCIETY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Immunology
Gary Reynolds, Alice Tirard, Alexandra-Chloe Villani
Summary: The contentious subject of the presumed common origin of plasmacytoid and conventional dendritic cells is addressed in this study. Using an inducible cell barcoding system, Feng et al. reveal a surprising close developmental relationship between cDC1s and pDCs.
Article
Information Science & Library Science
Shahper Richter, Alexander Richter
Summary: The Metaverse is not a radical departure, but rather an incremental evolution influenced by previous virtual worlds such as Second Life. By studying these earlier platforms, a framework has been proposed to differentiate the Metaverse from previous virtual worlds based on user experience. Comparing the Metaverse to Second Life demonstrates the value of this framework and deepens the current discourse on virtual worlds. The framework also sheds light on the potential impact of the Metaverse and helps identify lessons learned for its further development.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Business, Finance
David Vidal-Tomas
Summary: The combination of blockchain technologies and the gaming industry has led to the emergence of metaverses and play-to-earn games. This new crypto niche is characterized by positive long-term performance, low co-movements with the cryptocurrency market, the presence of bubbles, and low correlations with NFT features.
FINANCE RESEARCH LETTERS
(2022)
