Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ming Yu Claudia Wong, Pak-Kwong Chung, Kailing Ou, Ka-Man Leung
Summary: The study explored the perceptions and attitudes of teenagers and young adults in Hong Kong towards Esports, focusing on their views on the benefits and negative outcomes, subjective norms, and barriers and facilitators of participating in Esports. The results contribute to a deeper understanding of Hong Kong Esports players and may help in developing a theory of planned behavior construct for capturing the beliefs and perceptions of Hong Kong teenagers towards Esports.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Jiahao Zhuang, Rui Xiong, Hongyi Sun
Summary: This study empirically explores the relationship between personality traits and start-up preparation among Hong Kong youths through the constructs of the theory of planned behavior (TPB). The results show that attitude, perceived behavioral control, creativity, risk-taking propensity, need for achievement, and internal locus of control have a significant impact on entrepreneurial intention and preparation.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sai L. Ng, Vivien Y. W. Cheng
Summary: This study found that attitude, perceived behavioral control, and preparedness were significant predictors of Leave No Litter (LNL) intention among 374 hikers in Hong Kong. The results not only contribute to understanding the environmental behavior of Hong Kong hikers, but also shed light on the sustainable management of protected areas in cities globally.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Jia Du, Wei Pan
Summary: This study investigated how behavioral interventions affect occupant behavior and energy use in buildings, with a focus on cooling-related behaviors in subtropical areas. The simulation results showed that behavioral interventions can significantly reduce air conditioning electricity use in the case building. However, the effectiveness of such interventions is influenced by multiple correlated factors.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mohamed Aboelmaged
Summary: This study found that recycling habits and perceived attitudes are strong predictors of young consumers' e-waste recycling intention in an emerging economy context. Contrary to expectations, constructs involving subjective norms and behavioral control in the theory of planned behavior have no significant influence on young consumers' e-waste recycling intention.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
C. S. Sin, T. L. Rochelle
Summary: This study examined hand hygiene beliefs and behaviors among hospital nurses in Hong Kong during the COVID-19 outbreak, using the theory of planned behavior. The findings revealed that subjective norms and perceived behavioral control were significantly and positively associated with hand hygiene behavior through intentions. However, attitude had no effect on hand hygiene intention and behavior.
JOURNAL OF HOSPITAL INFECTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yiu-Hung Yau, Victor Rudolph, Cat Chui-man Lo, Kam-Chau Wu
Summary: The issue of exceeding oil and grease levels in wastewater indicates the need for improvement in existing grease trap treatment and standards, as well as the development of new technologies to address the problem. Good management practices are crucial for proper collection and recycling of wastewater. Recycling collected oil and grease content as valuable products not only protects the environment but also promotes cleaner production.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Alfred M. Wu, Kee-Lee Chou
Summary: The study found that older adults in Hong Kong have a negative view towards welfare spending directed at the poor population, while younger people tend to support increased social spending for the disadvantaged. Reciprocity and solidarity in intergenerational relationships are present, reflecting shifting social values held by different generations in an Asian context.
SOCIAL INDICATORS RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Kelvin Jun Yin So, Chi Chiu Cheang, Tin Yan Hui, Janet Kit Yan Chan
Summary: In the previously unprotected clam-harvesting and tourist site of Shui Hau, a study revealed differences between self-reported environmental attitudes and actual behavior among clam-diggers, highlighting the need for effective management strategies to promote biodiversity awareness and support sustainable use of coastal resources.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Tommy K. C. Ng, Man Fung Lo, Ben Y. F. Fong, Hilary H. L. Yee
Summary: This study examines the intention to use traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in Hong Kong using the extended theory of planned behavior (TPB). The results show that individuals' attitude towards TCM has a stronger impact on the intention to use TCM compared to other predictors such as satisfaction, perceived behavioral control, and subjective norms. To enhance the intention to use TCM in Hong Kong, key stakeholders including TCM professional organizations, health professionals, and policymakers should cultivate a positive attitude towards TCM among the Hong Kong population.
BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Tsz-On Ho, Wen-Bo Chen, Jian-Hua Yin, Pei-Chen Wu, Daniel C. W. Tsang
Summary: This study investigated the influence of seawater and cement contents on the strength and stiffness of cement stabilized marine deposits. It found a correlation between strength and secant modulus, as well as a linear relationship between small-strain stiffness and unconfined compressive strength. The effect of water/cement ratio on failure mode of specimens was also revealed.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
V. G. Girish, Choong-Ki Lee, Myung Ja Kim, Young Sik Kim
Summary: This study discovers that perception and perceived constraints play significant roles in the decision-making process of travelers, influencing their attitudes and behavioral intentions towards the Hong Kong protests. Attitude positively affects behavioral intention, while subjective norm and perceived behavioral control have minimal impact on behavioral intention.
CURRENT ISSUES IN TOURISM
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Prithvi Simha, Melissa A. Barton, Luis Fernando Perez-Mercado, Jennifer R. McConville, Cecilia Lalander, Maria Elisa Magri, Shanta Dutta, Humayun Kabir, Albert Selvakumar, Xiaoqin Zhou, Tristan Martin, Thanasis Kizos, Rupam Kataki, Yoram Gerchman, Ronit Herscu-Kluska, Dheaya Alrousan, Eng Giap Goh, Daniela Elenciuc, Aleksandra Glowacka, Laura Korculanin, Rongyu Veneta Tzeng, Saikat Sinha Ray, Charles Niwagaba, Christine Prouty, James R. Mihelcic, Bjorn Vinneras
Summary: Source-separating sanitation systems have the potential to reduce agriculture's impacts on global nitrogen and phosphorus, but consumer acceptance of urine-fertilised food varies by country. Cognitive factors and social norms play a key role in influencing people's willingness to adopt new sanitation behaviors.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Lilian Kojan, Laura Burbach, Martina Ziefle, Andre Calero Valdez
Summary: In the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this study explores the motivations behind individuals' engagement in non-pharmaceutical protective measures. The findings suggest that perceived efficacy, normative beliefs, and perceptions about costs are influential predictors of protective behavior. Distrusting beliefs in science and scientists negatively impact response perceptions and behavior. Knowledge about COVID-19 has weak associations with perceived response efficacy and behavior. Communication strategies surrounding COVID-19 should focus on emphasizing response efficacy and fostering a sense of responsibility.
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Development Studies
Hon-Kwong Lui
Summary: One of the major motivations for pursuing dreams in a host country is to have a better living situation, particularly in later life. This article examines the housing tenure of older Asian minority immigrants in an Asian global city, comparing it to that of native residents and analyzing their likelihood of living in different types of housing. The findings show that, after controlling for personal characteristics, Asian minority immigrants have the highest likelihood of living in public housing.
HABITAT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Zezhou Wu, Geoffrey Qiping Shen
Summary: This study investigates the challenges of implementing design for excellence (DfX) methods in industrialized construction projects in China. The study identifies thirty-one challenges that are perceived as significant, including limited systematic rules, required additional commitment, code compliance complexities, higher design costs, and requirements for continuous design performance evaluation. The study also establishes four principal constraints: limited knowledge and organizational readiness, unsupportive entrenched industry practices, increased organizational financial burden, and deficits in bespoke technical requirements.
BUILDING RESEARCH AND INFORMATION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
E. M. A. C. Ekanayake, Geoffrey Q. P. Shen, Mohan M. Kumaraswamy
Summary: This study aims to develop effective assessment models to evaluate supply chain capabilities and improve resilience in the industrialized construction sector in Hong Kong. The findings highlight the importance of supply chain capabilities in enhancing resilience, while also emphasizing the need for improvements in current practices.
PRODUCTION PLANNING & CONTROL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
E. M. A. C. Ekanayake, Geoffrey Shen, Mohan Kumaraswamy, Emmanuel Kingsford Owusu, Jin Xue
Summary: This study aims to explore the correlational impacts of supply chain vulnerabilities and capabilities targeting supply chain resilience in industrialized construction. The findings suggest that production-based SCV are the most critical disruptions, with resourcefulness being able to withstand them significantly. An enablers-results framework has also been developed based on these findings to assist industry practitioners with SCR implementation, contributing to the existing body of knowledge in the construction industry.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Jin Xue, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Xiaomei Deng, Adedayo Johnson Ogungbile, Xiaoling Chu
Summary: This research proposes an NK-network evolution model to evaluate stakeholder performance on relationship management in the development of megaprojects. The findings reveal that all stakeholders experience a decline in relationship management performance at the decision-making moment of the planning stage. Different stakeholders may also face difficulties in relationship management at different stages of the project.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Abdullahi B. Saka
Summary: This study provides important insights into the uncertainties that could compromise the objectives of MiC projects during the onsite assembly stage. It discusses risk management strategies for both known and unknown OA risks and contributes uniquely to the theory, practice, and implementation of MiC supply chain risk management.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Management
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Geoffrey Qiping Shen
JOURNAL OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Geoffrey Qiping Shen
Summary: This study investigated the critical success determinants of effective supply chain management (SCM) in modular integrated construction (MiC) projects. The findings revealed that design for SCM, effective communication and information sharing, organizational readiness and familiarity with MiC, seamless integration and coordination of supply chain, early involvement of critical supply chain stakeholders, and extensive supply chain planning are the top five critical success determinants. The study contributes to a better understanding of how to manage the MiC project supply chain effectively.
SMART AND SUSTAINABLE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ibrahim Yahaya Wuni, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Maxwell Fordjour Antwi-Afari
Summary: This paper conducts a knowledge-based evaluation and ranking of design risk factors (DRFs) for MiC projects. By reviewing relevant literature, identifying potential DRFs, and collecting data from international MiC experts, the paper identifies the five most significant DRFs and explores the dynamic linkages among them. The findings provide valuable insights for MiC practitioners and researchers and emphasize the need for a system-thinking approach in MiC project design.
CONSTRUCTION INNOVATION-ENGLAND
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Xiao Li, Jianhuan Zeng, Chen Chen, Hung-lin Chi, Geoffrey Qiping Shen
Summary: This study introduces a decentralized deep learning approach (SWPL) to monitor the fatigue of construction equipment operators in order to ensure occupational health and safety. The results demonstrate that SWPL outperforms individual work packages in a decentralized network.
COMPUTER-AIDED CIVIL AND INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
Qidan Hu, Jin Xue, Rongsheng Liu, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Feng Xiong
Summary: Green building policies are crucial for promoting green building, and this study analyzes the historical development of green building governance in China to identify solutions for future policy development. The study reviews and analyzes a total of 254 central and 1175 local policies from 2004 to 2021, highlighting the guiding role of the central government and the improvement of local policies in response to central initiatives. China has set ambitious targets, achieved progress, and established a carrot-and-stick system in green building governance. The study suggests focusing on economic inequality, regional cooperation, legal and regulatory systems, policy innovation based on regional heterogeneity, information disclosure mechanism, and market-oriented green finance system for further development of green building policies. This study provides a valuable reference for improving policies to promote green building globally.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ping He, Jin Xue, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Meng Ni, Shengwei Wang, Han Wang, Lijie Huang
Summary: Under the context of climate change, there is a call for a paradigm shift towards environmentally sensitive urban design. This study examines the impact of neighborhood layout heterogeneity on carbon emissions, considering five indicators and different renewable energy application ratios. Through multiple linear regression analysis, it is found that building density and shape heterogeneity significantly influence neighborhood carbon emissions. The heterogeneity of building height hinders carbon reduction efforts, while the heterogeneity of building shape improves carbon reduction through facade solar energy collection. However, there is a trade-off in decision-making when designing low-carbon neighborhoods due to the opposite effects of layout heterogeneity on solar energy collection and building energy consumption.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2023)
Article
Business
Daisy Lee, Calvin Wan
Summary: Food live streaming shopping, where hosts eat and promote products to viewers, has emerged as a new form of food marketing. Through three studies, the authors investigate the impact of mukbang live streaming on consumers' perceived value and subsequent impulse purchase and food consumption behavior, considering content, influencer, and channel factors. The findings reveal that non-ASMR videos with mukbangers conversing while eating regular food are more influential in enhancing perceived value and increasing impulse purchase and consumption. Additionally, credible and parasocial influencers significantly impact consumers' perceived value, leading to impulse purchase and consumption, regardless of the featured food.
JOURNAL OF INTERACTIVE MARKETING
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jason Xin Zhou, Lijie Huang, Geoffrey Qiping Shen, Hengqin Wu, Lizi Luo
Summary: This study applies social network analysis to identify and analyze the productivity performance risks and their interactions among stakeholders in an MiC project in Hong Kong. The findings reveal that inadequate project planning and scheduling have the greatest influence on collaborative decision-making support.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Zhenzong Zhou, Geoffrey Shen, Jin Xue, Chengshuang Sun, Yongyue Liu, Weiyi Cong, Tao Yu, Yaowu Wang
Summary: This study aims to understand the formation of citizens' purchase intention towards prefabricated housing (PH) by integrating the theory of planned behavior (TPB) and norm activation model (NAM). The findings reveal that citizens' purchase intention is influenced by egoistic and altruistic cognitions. Showing citizens the pro-environmental features of PH can effectively promote its adoption. Additionally, consumers' social fitness plays a crucial role in decision-making, highlighting the dual contradiction in the PH market.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Business
Peggy M. L. Ng, Cherry T. Y. Cheung, Kam Kong Lit, Calvin Wan, Ellesmere T. K. Choy
Summary: Daily green products have gained increased awareness, and understanding consumer perceived values and motivation types is crucial for promoting green purchase behavior. This study developed a research model integrating customer value theory and self-determination theory to explain green purchase intention. The findings showed that perceived values significantly predict perceived green product value, which, in turn, predicts different regulation types. Autonomous motivation was found to significantly predict green purchase intention. These findings have theoretical implications for understanding consumer behavior and practical implications for green businesses and governments.
BUSINESS STRATEGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yui Kawasaki, Sayaka Nagao-Sato, Misa Shimpo, Kahori Fujisaki, Emi Yoshii, Rie Akamatsu, Petra Warschburger
Summary: This study qualitatively describes sustainable dietary behaviors (SDBs) that Japanese and German adults can implement in their lives, and quantitatively compares the similarities and differences in understanding SDBs between the two samples. The study found that Japanese participants were more focused on food waste prevention, while German participants were more focused on solving environmental problems.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kechun Chen, Yuan Ding, Liming Yang, Zhihao Wang, Haoxuan Yu, Difan Fang, Yufa Feng, Liying Hu, Chenxi Xu, Penghui Shao, Xubiao Luo, Liang Chen
Summary: This study proposes a targeted repair scheme for the recovery of graphite anodes from spent LIBs by systematically characterizing and analyzing the structure and composition of spent graphite (SG). The results show that the repair scheme achieves effective SG repair and the repaired graphite anode displays excellent lithium storage performance.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Takao Ueda, Shigeki Koyanaka, Tatsuya Oki
Summary: Fires caused by accidental crushing of batteries are a serious issue in the e-waste recycling process. A new in-line sorting system that uses X-ray scanning and deep learning has been developed to accurately detect batteries. Through a validation study, the system achieved higher accuracy compared to other existing programs.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hannes Geist, Frank Balle
Summary: Research on circular economy often lacks empirical data, especially in the theory of circular process design and design for remanufacturing. This study systematically collected and analyzed engineering data on seven remanufacturing processes in the European automotive remanufacturing industry for the first time, providing empirical support for circular engineering challenges, potentials, and solutions.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaojing Li, Fan Lue, Nanlin Liao, Hua Zhang, Na Yang, Pinjing He
Summary: This study assesses and predicts the greenhouse gas emissions on the timeline as waste treatment technologies develop in Shanghai from 1991 to 2025 using the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology. The findings demonstrate that GHG emission has reached net-zero in 2019 owing to the application of alternative technologies and waste segregation.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Bingchun Liu, Haoyang Wang, Xiaoqin Liang, Yibo Wang, Zijie Feng
Summary: The expansion of the photovoltaic market has resulted in a significant increase in PV waste. Therefore, conducting scientific research to determine the importance of the circular economy for sustainable growth in the PV industry is essential. The study demonstrates that accurate prediction of PV installed capacity and quantifying the importance of recycling in balancing the supply and demand of raw materials can be achieved through a multi-factor installed capacity prediction model and recovery potential prediction.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Chuanzhen Zhang, Baojing Gu, Xia Liang, Shu Kee Lam, Yi Zhou, Deli Chen
Summary: Reactive nitrogen is crucial for agriculture and human nutrition, but mismanagement can have detrimental effects on human health and ecosystem services, hindering the achievement of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Progress towards nitrogen-related targets varies across countries, highlighting the need for integrated management to achieve overall synergies.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Alessandro Gatto, Marijke Kuiper, Corina van Middelaar, Hans van Meijl
Summary: This study examines the economic and environmental effects of transitioning towards more circular food systems in the European Union (EU27) by feeding animals with low-opportunity-cost feed and better utilizing local feed resources. The results show that providing subsidies for circularity and promoting the use of low-cost feed can increase animal production, but also have negative impacts on land use and emissions. On the other hand, promoting domestic feed sourcing through import tariffs can decrease animal production and greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture. However, complementary policies are needed to mitigate drawbacks and enhance benefits of a more circular agri-food system.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinbo Zhang, Liu Chen, Yulei Xie, Pingjian Yang, Zheng Li, Huaicheng Guo, Yang Zhang, Lirong Liu
Summary: This study examines the impact of carbon taxes on low-carbon development and climate change mitigation. By constructing a cross-system bi-layer model, the study finds that reasonable carbon taxes can promote the stability of the energy network, reduce carbon emissions and air pollutants, and optimize production efficiency and the structure of the energy system. This study contributes to a better understanding of the effects and implementation pathways of carbon taxes.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Konstantin Born, Mehmet Metehan Ciftci
Summary: Increasing recycling of metals is important for reducing reliance on mining, but it cannot fully meet future metal demand. Primary production of metals is expected to continue rising, highlighting the need for alternative circular economy strategies such as demand reduction and mitigating harmful impacts of primary metal production.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yinqiu Ma, Lin Huang, Jiahui Li, Wei Cao, Yumei Cai
Summary: Afforestation and reforestation, such as China's Grain for Green Program, have shown to effectively mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to carbon sink capacity. This study highlights the significant carbon potential of the program and its potential application in other countries to reduce CO2 in the atmosphere.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Arlind Dervishaj, Kjartan Gudmundsson
Summary: This paper reviews digital tools for supporting the Circular Economy (CE) in the built environment and provides suggestions. The study identifies limitations in the functionalities of current tools, including a lack of representative data for LCA and underdeveloped circularity indicators. Further development is needed in terms of interoperability aspects, integration of more sources of data for LCA and circularity, and possibilities for a comprehensive evaluation of design choices.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mohamadreza Y. Azarfam, Anuj Maheshwari, Frank D. Blum, Siddhesh Chaudhari, Clinton Switzer, Ranji Vaidyanathan, Jay C. Hanan, Sudheer Bandla
Summary: This study introduces a feasible method for manufacturing recycled composites using post-consumer carpets and recycled resin. The resulting composites have impressive strength and modulus, surpassing commercial thermoplastics and making them suitable for structural applications. This research presents a promising approach to address carpet landfilling and reduce reliance on additives.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pujiang Shi, Tianle Huang, Hong Kit Lim, Chiew Kei Tan, Jong-Min Lee, Chor Yong Tay
Summary: This study developed a highly porous bioadaptive 3D sponge-like construct from plastic materials in discarded keyboards for advanced in vitro applications. The findings demonstrate the potential of using discarded keyboards as a waste-to-resource feedstock to achieve waste reduction and maximize value-capture.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kuo-Jui Wu, Hailing Qiu, Caiyan Huang, Anthony S. F. Chiu, Ming-Lang Tseng
Summary: Government resource allocation practices for achieving carbon neutrality should be guided by dynamic system theory to identify potential dynamics. Carbon intensity control dynamics have a significant influence on other dynamics.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2024)
