The Determinants Of Carbon Emission In Asia And Europe: A Panel Data Analysis, 2023 Bryant University
The Determinants Of Carbon Emission In Asia And Europe: A Panel Data Analysis, Erika Hauser
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper investigates the numerous variables that influence carbon emissions in selected Asian and European countries. The study examines the countries with the highest gross domestic product (GDP) in each region, considering the possible impact of economic growth on greenhouse gas emissions. The study also analyzes the role of other variables such as tourism, foreign direct investment (FDI), ecological footprint level (EFL), and agricultural output. The ecological footprint level is modeled by global hectare or the countries’ gha, which is a measure of the impact of human activities on the environment. The study estimates tourism and FDI reduce emissions, while …
An Empirical Analysis Of Foreign Trade And Institutional Quality On Economic Growth In Asian Countries, 2023 Bryant University
An Empirical Analysis Of Foreign Trade And Institutional Quality On Economic Growth In Asian Countries, Ruixi Huang
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This investigation explores the connections between foreign commerce, institutional quality, and economic growth in 11 Asian nations, utilizing panel data spanning 2000 to 2021. The countries are classified into Central Asia and Southeast Asia groups. Economic growth serves as the dependent variable, while trade openness, FDI, institutional quality, human capital, and terms of trade act as independent variables. The outcomes reveal that only total life expectancy at birth significantly influences Central Asian countries' economic growth. Furthermore, trade openness, FDI net inflows, and governance indicators considerably affect Southeast Asian nations. The results also indicate that institutional quality's impact on economic growth …
An Empirical Analysis Of The Impact Specific Crimes Have On Property Values In Massachusetts, 2023 Bryant University
An Empirical Analysis Of The Impact Specific Crimes Have On Property Values In Massachusetts, Jake Scott
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This research paper examines the impact of specific crime types on property values in urban areas. Using a dataset of property sales and crime data from several cities in Massachusetts, a regression analysis is applied to estimate the effect of different crime types on property values. Our findings suggest that certain types of crime, such as violent crimes and drug-related offenses, have a significant negative impact on property values, while other types of crime, such as property crimes and white-collar crimes, have a relatively small effect on property values. We also find that the effect of crime on property values …
An Empirical Exploration Of U.S Healthcare Discrimination And Obesity Prevalence, 2023 Bryant University
An Empirical Exploration Of U.S Healthcare Discrimination And Obesity Prevalence, Arinzechukwu Maduka
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper offers an empirical exploration of the discriminatory nature of the US healthcare system using obesity prevalence as a primary lens. The study involves an analysis of time series data sets to examine the impact of an array of both economic and lifestyle factors on obesity rates across a statewide level. In addition to discussing the current realm of literature surrounding obesity, this paper expounds upon existing empirical models. Results show that inequality and race are significant influencers of anti-black discrimination that is ever present within society.
Empirical Analysis Of Nba Ticket Prices Correlation To Nba All-Stars, 2023 Bryant University
Empirical Analysis Of Nba Ticket Prices Correlation To Nba All-Stars, Michael Mcneil
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper investigates the possibility of a correlation between NBA ticket prices and if NBA All-Stars increase this cost. The model will incorporate the points, rebounds, assists, and minutes an NBA team has, the number of audience members, and how many All-Stars are at the game.
Empirical Analysis Of Institutional Quality And Financial Development On Income Inequality In Central America, 2023 Bryant University
Empirical Analysis Of Institutional Quality And Financial Development On Income Inequality In Central America, Odette Mansour
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper investigates the effect of Institutional Quality and financial development in middle income in Central American Countries. The study incorporates information about how inequality in middle income has increased alarmingly and how we should consider improving the institution's quality. The outcomes show a positive relationship between Institutional Quality and financial development regarding middle-income society in Central American Countries, specifically: Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Honduras, which is why we suggested reforming institutional in Central American countries, letting international institutions such as the World Bank, United Nations, and IMF use their financial and political influences to promote strategies aimed …
An Empirical Analysis Of Prime Performing Age Of Nba Players; When Do They Reach Their Prime?, 2023 Bryant University
An Empirical Analysis Of Prime Performing Age Of Nba Players; When Do They Reach Their Prime?, Tony Salameh
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This empirical research paper investigates the prime performing age of NBA players from the perspective of General Managers. The study aims to identify the age range in which players are most effective on the court and to determine if there is a significant relationship between age and player performance. Player performance statistics data was collected from ESPN and analyzed to help determine at what age players reach their prime productivity levels for a team. The findings suggest that the prime performing age of NBA players is between 27 and 31 years old, with a slight decline in performance after the …
An Empirical Analysis Of The Effects Of Government Influence On Deforestation In Latin America, 2023 Bryant University
An Empirical Analysis Of The Effects Of Government Influence On Deforestation In Latin America, Francine Roberge
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper investigates government influence and factors that may increase the rate of deforestation in Latin American countries. An empirical analysis will be conducted to measure the change in deforestation rates based on several potential influences. The analysis will look specifically at countries in Latin America that have a high level of deforestation including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Columbia, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela from 1996 until 2011. Variables studied include accessibility, suitability for agriculture production, corruption perception, government effectiveness, political stability, GDP per capita, foreign direct investment, and trade openness. The results show that as more forest cover is lost, and …
Empirical Analysis Of Nfl Ticket Price Determinants, 2023 Bryant University
Empirical Analysis Of Nfl Ticket Price Determinants, Kenny Page
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This research paper examines the determinants of revenue for National Football League (NFL) franchises with respect to ticket prices. Using a dataset of ticket prices and various factors such as team performance, stadium capacity, market size, and team revenue, we analyze the relationship between ticket prices and a franchise’s revenue. The results align with past studies in this area of research as they indicate that past team performance and average attendance have the strongest effect on ticket prices. Additionally, the results reveal that stadium capacity and market size most significantly affect team revenue. We find that ticket prices are less …
The Happiness-Income Paradox: A Cross Sectional Analysis, 2023 Bryant University
The Happiness-Income Paradox: A Cross Sectional Analysis, Samantha Sczepanski
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper presents an empirical analysis of how income, education and healthcare affect overall happiness in a country. By using data found through the world happiness report, Statista and the world population review, I was able to analyze the relationship between these three variables and the overall happiness index from 100 counties. The results showed that while all three variables have a positive relationship with the happiness index, mean income had the strongest relationship. I was also able to explore potential other variables that could have an effect which were cost of higher education, percentage of population with secondary or …
Empirical Analysis Of Nba 2011 Cba Changes And Their Effects On Competitive Balance, 2023 Bryant University
Empirical Analysis Of Nba 2011 Cba Changes And Their Effects On Competitive Balance, Derek Smith
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper investigates the effects of the 2011 collective bargaining agreement on the competitive balance in the National Basketball Association. It illustrates how the different rules and regulations affected various factors within the sport, and in turn how these alterations affected the competitive balance of the NBA. The goal is to exemplify the importance of NBA factors in the competitive balance of the sport and prevent incorrect manipulation of the industry. The results showed that the 2011 CBA did little to none in terms of improving the level of competitive balance within the NBA. All of the factors that were …
Granger Causality Test For Agricultural Production To Economic Growth In Thailand, 2023 Bryant University
Granger Causality Test For Agricultural Production To Economic Growth In Thailand, Joshua Soares
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This study will dive into looking at the relationship of GDP growth and agricultural production in Thailand. In order to complete this study, we will use a Unit Root test, a Johanson Cointegration Test, a Granger Causality test, and finally an Impulse response function. The results will be able to show us whether or not there is a causal relationship between agricultural production and GDP growth. The results of the tests showed us that our only variable that had any significance was Thailand’s Net Trade.
A Granger Causality Test On The Misery Index Effects On Domestic Violence, 2023 Bryant University
A Granger Causality Test On The Misery Index Effects On Domestic Violence, Talia Vicente
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper investigates the possibility of an increase in domestic violence because of high inflation and unemployment rates in the United States. Inflation and unemployment are two factors that add together to contribute to the Misery Index. This index was created in 1970 by Arthur Okan, who used the index as a measure of economic distress felt by everyday people, due to the risk of, or actual, joblessness combined with an increasing cost of living. The data is collected from 1950’s to 2019 on factors such as unemployment, inflation, poverty, education, and GDP per capita. The results show that an …
How International Trade And Government Integrity Affect The Structural Transformation Of Lao Pdr And Cambodia, 2023 Bryant University
How International Trade And Government Integrity Affect The Structural Transformation Of Lao Pdr And Cambodia, Yixin Wan
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
This paper explores the how international trade and government integrity affect the structural transformation of Lao PDR and Cambodia. This empirical study is conducted by using the methodology based on Chenery-Syrquin model with several control groups that have impacted on structural transformation in Lao PDR and Cambodia. Moreover, the obtained data is from 1993 to 2021 to find out how these two countries transform from being agriculture dominant economy to being more industry-and services-oriented economy. This study has confirmed non-linear effects of both income and population on the sectoral shares and found that trade has facilitated structural transformation in Lao …
Exploring The Relationship Between Exchange Rate Pass-Through And Cpi Inflation In Mainland China And India, 2023 Bryant University
Exploring The Relationship Between Exchange Rate Pass-Through And Cpi Inflation In Mainland China And India, Edward Zhou
Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal
By examining the link between exchange rate transmission and cpi inflation across countries, we investigate whether there is a considerable link between the two. In this paper, we examine data for two representative Asian countries, mainland China and India, to determine whether there is a relationship between the two. The study finds no significant link between exchange rate and cpi inflation for China by comparing 40 years of data for these two countries, but for India, there is a particularly clear link. The difference between the two is mainly due to the different exchange rate control systems implemented by the …
Trade Wars, Covid-19, Usmca, And Protectionism: Exogenous Factor Influence On U.S- Mexico Supply Chains In The Automotive Industry, 2023 University of Denver
Trade Wars, Covid-19, Usmca, And Protectionism: Exogenous Factor Influence On U.S- Mexico Supply Chains In The Automotive Industry, Maria Bustillos
Undergraduate Theses, Capstones, and Recitals
This research explores what the impacts of COVID-19, the U.S-China trade war, and the implementation of North American Trade Agreement (NAFTA) as the United States, Mexico Canada (USMCA) Trade Agreement, have had on U.S.-Mexico trade relations, focusing on the automotive industry. With rising trends of protectionism in international trade, this research focuses on the language that Tesla and General Motors company sites in Mexico used from 2021 to March 2023 in their released articles to the public and how frequently the variables of COVID19, the U.S China trade war, USMCA, and protectionism were discussed. Articles in both Spanish and English …
What Doesn’T Kill You Makes You Stronger: The Shifting Strategies Of Japan’S Yakuza In Response To Economic Globalization And Securitization, 2023 Georgia Southern University
What Doesn’T Kill You Makes You Stronger: The Shifting Strategies Of Japan’S Yakuza In Response To Economic Globalization And Securitization, Benjamin P. Murkison
Honors College Theses
The Yakuza in Japan is a deeply traditional and infamous ethnic mafia, which has historically based their profits off of the protection of gambling rings and street vendors, but have developed into one of the most sophisticated and wealthy criminal institutions in the world. Reaching their peak in the 1960’s with around 200,000 members, the Yakuza has been in a slow decline ever since. However, the past decade has seen the most dramatic drop in Yakuza numbers in recorded history, as a result of increasing securitization by the Japanese state. As their power has declined within Japan, they have only …
The Institutional Drivers Contributing To Billionaire Wealth At The Sector Level, 2023 Florida International University
The Institutional Drivers Contributing To Billionaire Wealth At The Sector Level, Rob Piper
Class, Race and Corporate Power
Over the last 50 years (the period of neoliberalism) the national wealth of the United States reached unprecedented levels. Despite this dramatic increase in national wealth, an increasing amount of American wealth has found its way into the hands of a smaller percentage of the population. Indicative of this inequality, the number of individuals that have achieved a net worth of $1 billion (billionaires) has increased at a higher rate than any other time in American history. Descriptive evidence and analysis of macroeconomics from scholarly literature and journalism attributes this dramatic increase in billionaire wealth to certain comprehensive and interrelated …
Neoliberalismo Y La Mar: Los Efectos Del Sistema Neoliberal Y La Pesca Artesanal De Caleta Portales, 2023 SIT Study Abroad
Neoliberalismo Y La Mar: Los Efectos Del Sistema Neoliberal Y La Pesca Artesanal De Caleta Portales, Isaac Bronfine
Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection
This study is meant to explore the fundamental conflict between the neoliberal system implemented in Chilean society and the artisanal fishing sector, represented by Caleta Diego Portales in Valparaíso, Chile. The struggle of the artisanal fishing sector has been made more salient in the minds of the general Chilean public due to the estallido social or “social explosion” in 2019 which lead to a process of drafting a new constitution, and the recent corruption scandals regarding government officials and fishing law reforms.
Beginning with how neoliberal theory gained traction in intellectual spaces around the world, this study then examines how …
A Transition Point: The Role Of The Global Power Shift In Facilitating Saudi Internal Reforms, 2023 SIT Study Abroad
A Transition Point: The Role Of The Global Power Shift In Facilitating Saudi Internal Reforms, Aidan Aguilar
Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection
The increasing political and economic influence of China represents a pivotal point within international relations. This paper aims to explore the implications of this global power shift on Saudi Arabia’s attempted economic reforms. The Kingdom’s reliance on oil has created an unsustainable economic model, and this model is intrinsically linked to Saudi Arabia’s relationship with the United States. Its growing relationship with China could create change. As such, this paper analyzes the intersection of economics and security in relation to the Saudi Vision 2030. I argue that, not only does China serve as an important source of the investment necessary …