Article
Business
Victor Barros, Pedro Verga Matos, Joaquim Miranda Sarmento, Pedro Rino Vieira
Summary: This paper examines the impact of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) operations on firms' performances on triple ESG pillars in 41 countries and 12 economic sectors between 2002 and 2020. The study finds that M&A deals have a positive impact on firms' ESG scores, although the improvement is not immediate and is not observed in the year when the deal is agreed upon. However, the positive impact becomes significant in the year following the transaction. Similar results are found for each of the three pillars - environmental, social, and governance. The paper contributes to the M&A and sustainability literature by exploring the relationship between the two, and provides policy implications for authorities, regulators, managers, and other stakeholders.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Natalia Ueda Yamaguchi, Eduarda Gameleira Bernardino, Maria Eliana Camargo Ferreira, Bruna Pietroski de Lima, Mauro Renato Pascotini, Mirian Ueda Yamaguchi
Summary: Research on SDG is rapidly growing and diversifying, with a trend towards consolidation in various research areas. However, there are still research gaps in areas such as reducing inequalities, gender equality, oceans and marine environments, and peace and justice, which require further investigation in the future.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Business
Naveen Donthu, Satish Kumar, Debmalya Mukherjee, Nitesh Pandey, Weng Marc Lim
Summary: Bibliometric analysis is a popular and rigorous method for exploring and analyzing large volumes of scientific data. While its application in business research is relatively new, this paper provides an overview of its methodology and step-by-step guidelines for conducting bibliometric analysis.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Business
Tamara Poje, Maja Zaman Groff
Summary: This paper comprehensively reviews existing research on ethics education in accounting and utilizes bibliometric analysis to reveal development trends over different decades in the field of accounting ethics research, showing a continued academic focus and evolving research clusters.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS ETHICS
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Karolis Andriuskevicius, Dalia Streimikiene, Irena Alebaite
Summary: The energy sector is undergoing transformations with a surge in global merger and acquisition (M&A) activities. While research on M&As has primarily focused on financial performance, there is a lack of studies analyzing the macroeconomic impact. This study aims to analyze the indicators for measuring sustainable development and M&A performance in the energy sector.
Review
Business
Amanpreet Kaur, Vikas Kumar, Rahul Sindhwani, Punj Lata Singh, Abhishek Behl
Summary: This research provides a systematic quantitative analysis of public debt sustainability based on a bibliometric approach. It identifies the key factors and hot topics influencing public debt sustainability and explores the evolving nature of the issue over time. The findings reveal the dominance of analytical and empirical articles in the research corpus, reflecting the complexity and diversity of economic structures.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EMERGING MARKETS
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Xiang-jie Guo, Peng Wu, Xiao Jia, Yi-ming Dong, Chun-mei Zhao, Nian-nian Chen, Zhi-yong Zhang, Yu-ting Miao, Ke-ming Yun, Cai-rong Gao, Yan Ren
Summary: This study analyzed the literature on depression biomarkers using bibliometric methods and visualization tools, revealing research hotspots and frontiers. The findings of this study provide important guidance for future research in the field of depression biomarkers.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Cybernetics
Walton Wider, Leilei Jiang, Jiaming Lin, Muhammad Ashraf Fauzi, Jingjing Li, Choon Kit Chan
Summary: The Metaverse, a virtual space where people interact with digital environments, is recognized as a transformative concept in various industries. This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state and future prospects of the Metaverse by analyzing past and present research trends. Through co-citation and co-word analysis, influential publications, knowledge structure, and future developments are identified.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Phuong Minh Binh Nguyen, Xuan Lan Pham, Giang Nu To Truong
Summary: Content marketing is an important trend in the tourism industry, attracting attention from stakeholders. This study adopts a comprehensive approach to analyze 659 articles on content marketing in travel sectors. The results show that previous research has focused on eWOM and WOM's impact on business performance, the role of social media and UGC in destination image formulation, the influence of eWOM and UGC on the decision-making process, and opportunities and challenges. Additionally, hot research topics include online review and UGC implementation, communication and information search, customer behavior prediction, and user experience, quality, and management.
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Yang Shi, Hong-yuan Zhang
Summary: This article uses bibliometric analysis and knowledge graph methods to explore the research hotspots and trends of employee creativity. The research found that the study of the connotation and behavior of employee creativity is still in its early stage, and psychological, behavioral, and management factors have important impacts on employee creativity. Future research needs to consider relevant factors from individuals, groups, and organizations.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Information Science & Library Science
Ivija Bernatovic, Alenka Slavec Gomezel, Matej Cerne
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive review of the knowledge-hiding field based on objective measures of impact. Through bibliometric techniques, the study identifies 103 articles discussing knowledge hiding in organisations and analyzes the influence and future trends in knowledge management research.
KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT RESEARCH & PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zsuzsanna Vincze, Linda Hallerstrand, Daniel Ortqvist, Lena Rist
Summary: To achieve global sustainability goals, multinational companies from various origins play a crucial role in either accelerating or inhibiting sustainability changes. This study analyzed and evaluated the development of corporate sustainability strategies within an international post-acquisition context using a resource-based view framework. Findings highlighted the importance of long-term perspective, partnering approach, and emphasis on learning in influencing the integration process and maturity level of sustainability strategies.
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Stefano Vercelli, Leonardo Pellicciari, Andrea Croci, Cesare Maria Cornaggia, Francesca Cecchi, Daniele Piscitelli
Summary: The study aimed to analyze the self-citing behavior of successful candidates in the Allied Health Professions field who applied for National Scientific Qualification (NSQ) in Italy. The results showed differences in self-citation behavior between different sessions, and the changes in self-citation habits were closely related to candidates' citation and publication habits.
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Antonio Navarro-Ballester, Jose A. Merino-Bonilla, Luis H. Ros-Mendoza, Santiago F. Marco-Domenech
Summary: This study aims to analyze the intellectual structure of radiology research on COVID-19 using citation and co-citation analysis. The study found interrelated thematic clusters with different specific weights among researchers.
EUROPEAN RADIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Zhuo Li, Chi Xu, Jun Fu, Maimaiti Zulipikaer, Tao Deng, Jiying Chen
Summary: Central sensitization is a state of hypersensitivity in the central nervous system that plays a crucial role in chronic pain. The United States leads academic activity in this field, which is steadily growing. Research hotspots include the pathogenesis of central sensitization in neuropathic pain and related clinical trials.
JOURNAL OF PAIN RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Business, Finance
Rocio Gallego-Losada, Antonio Montero-Navarro, Jose-Luis Rodriguez-Sanchez, Thais Gonzalez-Torres
Summary: This paper dissects the intellectual and conceptual structure of research on financial literacy in different phases of retirement planning through bibliometric analysis, identifying the recent trends. The results hold particular significance for the financial community, given the increasing emphasis on the use of financial literacy to increase the responsibility of individuals in designing their own retirement strategies.
FINANCE RESEARCH LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Thais Gonzalez-Torres, Eva Pelechano-Barahona, Fernando E. Garcia-Muina
Summary: The hospitality industry utilizes multiple interorganizational relationships to drive innovation, and the partner configuration should be designed based on the type of innovation.
TOURISM REVIEW INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Irene Huertas-Valdivia, Thais Gonzalez-Torres, Juan-Jose Najera-Sanchez
Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive bibliometric review of leadership styles in the hospitality industry from 1977 to 2021, identifying trends, research gaps, and important insights. It highlights the evolution of research activity on different leadership styles and emphasizes the critical role of leadership in organizational and individual outcomes in hospitality businesses.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CONTEMPORARY HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Andres Fernandez-Miguel, Maria Pia Riccardi, Valerio Veglio, Fernando E. Garcia-Muina, Alfonso P. Fernandez del Hoyo, Davide Settembre-Blundo
Summary: This study examines the complexity of the supply chain in the Italian ceramic industry and explores the strategies of nearshoring and reshoring in response to disruptions. The findings demonstrate that these strategies can reduce supply risk and have a positive impact on the environment.
Review
Industrial Relations & Labor
Lydia Murillo-Ramos, Irene Huertas-Valdivia, Fernando E. Garcia-Muina
Summary: This study aims to explore the fast-growing path of sustainable human resource management research and resolve confusion over the differences among various approaches. The findings reveal that socially responsible human resource management is the least developed approach, and there is a lack of sustainability-related research in the field of higher education.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MANPOWER
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Vicente Diaz-Garcia, Antonio Montero-Navarro, Jose-Luis Rodriguez-Sanchez, Rocio Gallego-Losada
Summary: The massive use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) has led to new paradigms that are transforming various sectors, including education. Higher education institutions are undergoing a cultural change to adapt to this new reality. A bibliometric analysis of scientific literature on this topic reveals its multidisciplinary nature and its close connection to innovation, governance, and agile methodologies. The study also highlights potential research directions that may attract more attention in the near future.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Business
Juan-Jose Najera-Sanchez, Cristina Perez-Perez, Thais Gonzalez-Torres
Summary: Entrepreneurial intention is widely recognized as the best variable for predicting entrepreneurial behavior. This paper uses bibliometric analysis to map the field's knowledge structure of entrepreneurship education and entrepreneurial intention. The study's results complement previous literature reviews and identify new research directions related to emotional variables and contextual factors.
INTERNATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Economics
Sara Alonso-Munoz, Rocio Gonzalez-Sanchez, Maria-Sonia Medina-Salgado, Fernando-Enrique Garcia-Muina
Summary: This study analyzes the cognitive and intellectual structure of the relationship between circular economy (CE) and technology. The findings show that current research in the field mainly focuses on environmental and economic aspects, with limited attention to social aspects. In recent years, there has been a shift towards research on blockchain, Big Data, and biorefinery technologies. However, it is important not to overlook other emerging technologies that could play a key role in circularity, such as product redesign or changes in production infrastructures.
ECONOMIC RESEARCH-EKONOMSKA ISTRAZIVANJA
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Vicente Diaz-Garcia, Antonio Montero-Navarro, Jose-Luis Rodriguez-Sanchez, Rocio Gallego-Losada
Summary: This article aims to identify the main factors that can drive and facilitate the digital transformation of Higher Education Institutions from the point of view of internal stakeholders. The results show the importance of implementing technological innovations, establishing adequate communication channels, and transforming the current traditional culture into a digital one. Data-driven decision-making and participative leadership style are key for organization's adaptability and retention of digital talent.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ruben Alvarez-Foronda, Carmen De-Pablos-Heredero, Jose-Luis Rodriguez-Sanchez
Summary: The aim of this article is to understand the importance of internal audit departments in today's corporate governance and the opportunities that new technologies offer for increased effectiveness and efficiency. Through an exhaustive review of the literature, the concepts of internal audit and data analytics are related, and a framework for implementing such technology in internal audit departments is proposed. The results show that companies that invest in adapting their processes to technological change are likely to achieve better results than those organizations that maintain outdated management procedures. Based on these results, it is concluded that technological change, specifically data analytics, needs to be considered in internal audit departments to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of audit processes.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Business
Susana Fernandez-Lores, Natividad Crespo-Tejero, Ruth Fernandez-Hernandez, Fernando E. Garcia-Muina
Summary: Health authorities have utilized social health campaigns to improve people's attitudes and behaviors towards health. This study examined the effectiveness of different campaigns in influencing young people's intention to comply with health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. The experimental study analyzed three campaigns with different narratives and emotions, using neurophysiological tools and self-reported data. The results showed that negative framing strategies and high intensity emotions were most effective. The perceived risk of participants also played a role, with negative and low-intensity framing strategies being most effective for those with low perceived risk.
JOURNAL OF CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Juan Vicente Calle-Lamelas, Maria Garcia-Hernandez, Fernando E. Garcia-Muina
Summary: This study aims to investigate the interpretation and implementation of the Smart Destination Spanish Model in Spanish World Heritage Cities (SWHC). The model, sponsored by the Spanish public administration, has been introduced as a new paradigm of tourist management. Qualitative methods including documentary analysis and semi-structured interviews were used, and destination managers from SWHC and an executive from SEGITTUR were interviewed. The results highlight the momentum gained by the model, especially accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic, and identify the strategies implemented.
TOURISM PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Cristina Carrasco-Garrido, Carmen De-Pablos-Heredero, Jose-Luis Rodriguez-Sanchez
Summary: This study analyzes the evolution of hybrid telework through bibliometrics and scientific mapping, identifying critical points, dilemmas, and research gaps. The findings highlight the importance of proper management of hybrid telework in organizations, despite the lack of published studies in this field. The study explores an underexplored telework modality and reveals its significance in managing emerging challenges.
Review
Business
Lydia Murillo-Ramos, Irene Huertas-Valdivia, Fernando E. Garcia-Muina
Summary: Green human resource management is an important aspect of enhancing sustainability performance, but there are still confusions and unexplored directions in this field. This paper provides a systematic review and theoretical approaches to stimulate new debates and research in the future, as well as practical recommendations for managers to create favorable conditions.
RAE-REVISTA DE ADMINISTRACAO DE EMPRESAS
(2023)
