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The Impact Of E-Commerce On The Us Packaging Industry During The Covid-19 Era: A Case Study Of International Paper, Mark Suwannarat

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the packaging industries by speeding up the rise of e-commerce. This study examines the US market and focuses on International Paper Company in order to see how the industry has responded to changes brought about by pandemics. This paper highlights the potential and problems presented by e-commerce, such as labor shortages, growing costs, supply chain disruptions, and sustainability demands, using the SWOT and Porter's Five Forces frameworks. The pandemic highlighted the importance of innovative and flexible packaging solutions. Despite the challenges encountered by International Paper, the e-commerce surge also presents growth potential. …

Circular Economy Strategies For Sustainable Growth And Development In The Paper And Packaging Industry, Suwimon Saret

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The paper and packaging industry in Southeast Asia is experiencing rapid growth, driven by economic expansion and a growing demand for sustainable solutions. This research investigates the potential of circular economy practices within this industry, focusing on the Thai market. A case study of SCG Packaging demonstrates a positive correlation between circular practices and economic performance, with their revenue from circular packaging products (reusable, recyclable, and compostable) increasing from 16% to 57% of total revenue within five years. However, limitations exist. The economic impact analysis relies on data from a single company, and further research encompassing a broader industry scope …

Market Entry Strategy For Black Garlic Supplements In Myanmar Through Partnership With Cmhl, Saw Yoon Yu Nan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly increased the demand for supplements, vitamins, and minerals as people seek to boost their immune systems and overall wellness. Among these, black garlic has gained popularity for its unique flavor and perceived health benefits. This research explores the feasibility of entering the Myanmar market with black garlic supplements through a strategic partnership with City Mart Holdings Limited (CMHL), Myanmar's largest retail conglomerate.The study aims to assess market demand, regulatory requirements, and CMHL's distribution network to develop an effective market entry strategy. Key objectives include evaluating consumer interest, understanding regulatory hurdles, and leveraging CMHL's extensive distribution …

The Impact Of Foreign Direct Investment On Employment In The Asean Region, Kaichen Tang

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study investigates the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows on employment levels in ASEAN countries from 1992 to 2022. Utilizing descriptive statistics, correlation matrices, and econometric models including the pooled ordinary least squares, fixed effects and random effects models, the findings indicate that FDI inflows generally have a positive and significant effect on employment. However, this impact varies across countries, with some experiencing positive effects while others face negative impacts. The study also controls for economic growth, inflation, trade openness, education levels, and political stability. The results highlight the necessity for policymakers to consider country-specific conditions when developing …

Exploring Market Dynamic And Strategies For Food Supplement Industry In Thailand: A Case Study Of Black Garlic, Nan Su Wai

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The food supplement industry in Thailand has been experiencing rapid growth due to increasing health consciousness, an aging population, rising disposable incomes, and urbanization. Within this industry, black garlic has become one of the significant products in Thailand due to its enhanced nutrient profile compared to fresh garlic. The paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the current market landscape, consumer preferences and trends, and to recommend strategic approaches for the development of the black garlic sector. This paper focuses on analyzing the macro and micro-environmental factors affecting the food supplement industry, specifying the black garlic market in Thailand. …

The Impact Of Inward Foreign Direct Investment (Fdi) On Total Factor Productivity Growth (Tfpg) In Asian Countries, Jiao Lu

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study examines the impact of inward foreign direct investment (FDI) on total factor productivity (TFP) growth in 23 Asian countries from 1991 to 2018. Using a dynamic panel data model, this study analyzes how FDI, together with GDP growth, capital and labor inputs, human capital, export growth, internet usage, and distance to the technology frontier, affects total factor productivity (TFP) growth. The results indicate that, while FDI remains significant, its impact on total factor productivity (TFP) growth is negative.The negative impact may be caused by the lack of sufficient human capital and absorptive capacity in host countries, along with …

The Integration Of Chinese Cuisine In Contemporary Thai Society As Reflected In The Names Of Food: A Case Study Of Salapao, Yating Shen

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This thesis aims to study the integration of Chinese cuisine in contemporary Thai society as reflected in the names of food by using the Chinese steamed bun or salapao as a case study. Objectives of the thesis include 1) to analyze the form and meaning of the names of salapao consumed in Thai society and 2) to examine the integration of salapao in contemporary Thai society as reflected in its names. 200 names of salapao with savory and sweet fillings consumed in Thailand between 2022 and 2024 are collected from the products of salapao brands in Bangkok and 24 provinces. …

The Motivations Of Chinese Digital Nomads In Moving To Chiang Mai, Thailand, Yifan Zhai

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Digital nomadism, fueled by the rise of remote work opportunities and a desire for location independence, has become a prominent lifestyle choice for many individuals globally. Within this landscape, Chiang Mai, Thailand, has emerged as a favored destination for Chinese digital nomads, offering a unique blend of affordability, cultural richness, and conducive work environments. This paper presents an exploration into the motivations driving Chinese digital nomads to select Chiang Mai as their destination. Through a mixed-methods approach combining interviews and observation, this study seeks to uncover the underlying factors influencing their decision-making processes. Grounded in the theory of motivation and …

The Role Of Traditional Skirt (Sinh) In The Formation Of Lao National Identity In Post-1975 Lao Society, Aoi Takayama

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Lao People’s Democratic Republic was founded in 1975, and since then the government has tried to reinforce Lao national identity among its citizens. This research aims to study what kind of role the Lao female traditional skirt called the “Sinh” has played out in forming Lao national identity among the Lao people since the country’s establishment, and what kind of factors have affected the perspectives towards Sinh-wearing in Lao society. This research relies on both qualitative and quantitative methodology. The findings indicate that the Sinh has played an important role in constructing Lao women’s identity, and has had crucial role …

Absentee Ownership And Rental Affordability: Evidence From Commuting Zones, Luke Petach

Funded Scholarship

In this paper, we examine the intersection of financialization, wealth inequality, and the housing market in the United States with an emphasis on the relationship between absentee ownership and declining rental affordability. At the same time as financialization has increasingly transformed the market for residential real estate into a vehicle for financial speculation, households at the bottom of the income distribution have been disproportionately affected by rising rents and declining housing affordability. Using data from the decennial Census and the American Community Survey from 1990 to 2020, we investigate the link between absentee ownership and rental affordability across US commuting …

Nostalgia, Satire, And Subcultural Capital At The Drive-In: Examining Horror Host Joe Bob Briggs As A Cultural Intermediary, Lisa Ellen Williams

Funded Scholarship

This article explores how journalist, cult icon, and Shudder host Joe Bob Briggs has used visual and verbal rhetorical devices to become a fixture in genre subcultures. Created and performed by John Bloom, the Briggs persona utilizes traits of past successful horror hosts while also implementing his own astute knowledge of film history and theory to confront questions about ‘good’ and ‘bad’ taste in film. Even though his work has been controversial, the evolution of his use of satire and parody has sustained his position as a cultural, or a subcultural, intermediary and transmedia celebrity. This article presents a variety …

Medical Expenditures And The Measurement Of Poverty In The United States, Luke Petach, David K. Wyant

Funded Scholarship

Using data from the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) we estimate the fraction of the US population that is health poor. A person is health poor if their income prior to paying health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs is above the poverty line, but their income net-of-premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs is below the poverty line. Because resources used to finance health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs are (A) lexicographically preferred and (B) cannot be used to maintain an individual’s standard of living, they should be excluded from official poverty estimates. Approximately 1% to 2% of the US population …

Ai And Ml-Based Risk Assessment Of Chemicals: Predicting Carcinogenic Risk From Chemical-Induced Genomic Instability, Ajay Vikram Singh, Preeti Bhardwaj, Peter Laux, Prachi Pradeep, Madleen Busse, Andreas Luch, Akihiko Hirose, Christopher J. Osgood, Michael W. Stacey

Biological Sciences Faculty Publications

Chemical risk assessment plays a pivotal role in safeguarding public health and environmental safety by evaluating the potential hazards and risks associated with chemical exposures. In recent years, the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and omics technologies has revolutionized the field of chemical risk assessment, offering new insights into toxicity mechanisms, predictive modeling, and risk management strategies. This perspective review explores the synergistic potential of AI/ML and omics in deciphering clastogen-induced genomic instability for carcinogenic risk prediction. We provide an overview of key findings, challenges, and opportunities in integrating AI/ML and omics technologies for chemical risk assessment, …

Rurality, Resilience, & Identity: A Soft Systems Methodology Approach To Understanding Self-Reported Issues In Rural America, Kayla M. Gabehart, Allegra H. Fullerton, Kristin Olofsson

Michigan Tech Publications

This study investigates how rural communities In Oklahoma conceive of their socioeconomic position in larger systems, as well as their resiliency and ability to withstand challenges. Utilizing systems thinking and polycentricity literature, we analyze interviews to construct an understanding of how rural communities perceive themselves, and how this impacts interactions with other communities and governments. Rural communities and their associated challenges are complex and impacted by a range of factors. We find that rural residents also feel this complexity, and understand their issues as products of overlapping systems and structures, and both internal and external factors. Additionally, we observe little …

Market For Manipulable Information, Hui Chen, Jian Sun

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

We study how investors, firms, and information sellers interact in a market with manipulable information. To better predict the firm characteristics they care about, investors can buy a score from a monopolistic information seller, which aggregates signals that are subject to firm manipulation. The average degree of signal manipulability has no effect on the equilibrium, while the uncertainty about manipulability becomes a new source of noise. Its contribution depends on firms' incentive to manipulate the signals, which in turn depends on the equilibrium price sensitivity to the score. The optimal design of the score weighs signal precision against the endogenous …

Fairness Perceptions Of Artificial Intelligence: A Review And Path Forward, Devesh Narayanan, Mahak Nagpal, Jack Mcguire, Shane Schweitzer, David De Cremer

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

A key insight from research on organizational justice is that fairness is in the eye of the beholder. With increasing discussions–especially among computer scientists and policymakers–about the potential biases and unfairness of decisions made by Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems, there is a critical need to consider how decision-subjects perceive the fairness of AI-led decision-making. Drawing upon theoretical and empirical perspectives on perceived fairness in organizational justice scholarship, this review categorizes and analyzes perceptions of AI fairness as they impact the effective implementation of AI in workplaces and beyond. Specifically, we review existing empirical research on AI fairness according to distinct …

Do Real-Time Strategy Video Gamers Have Better Attentional Control?, Mengxin He, Lin-Xuan Xu, Chiang-Shan R. Li, Zihan Liu, Jiaqi Hu, Xiangyi Guo, Hongyun Liu, Jin-Tao Zhang

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

Objective: Do real-time strategy (RTS) video gamers have better attentional control? To examine this issue, we tested experienced versus inexperienced RTS video gamers on multi-object tracking tasks (MOT) and dual-MOT tasks with visual or auditory secondary tasks (dMOT). We employed a street-crossing task with a visual working memory task as a secondary task in a virtual reality (VR) environment to examine any generalized attentional advantage. Background: Similar to action video games, RTS video games require players to switch attention between multiple visual objects and views. However, whether the attentional control advantage is limited by sensory modalities or generalizes to real-life …

Managing The Personalized Order-Holding Problem In Online Retailing, Shouchang Chen, Zhenzhen Yan, Yun Fong Lim

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

Problem definition: A significant percentage of online consumers place consecutive orders within a short duration. To reduce the total order arrangement cost, an online retailer may consolidate consecutive orders from the same consumer. We investigate how long the retailer should hold the consumer’s orders before sending them to a third-party logistics provider (3PL) for processing. In this order-holding problem, we optimize the holding time to balance the total order arrangement cost and the potential delay in delivery. Methodology/results: We model the order-holding problem as a Markov Decision Process. We show that the optimal order-holding decisions follow a threshold-type policy that …

The Effects Of Language-Related Misunderstanding At Work, John Fiset, Devasheesh P. Bhave, Nilotpal Jha

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

Demographic, technological, and global trends have brought the language used at the workplace to the forefront. A growing body of research reveals that language could result in misunderstanding at work, and influence employees' performance and attitudinal outcomes. Language at work encompasses standard language (e.g., English) as well as several hybrid forms of language (non-native accents, code-switching, and jargon). We delineate how these forms of language could result in misunderstanding. We then identify relational, affective, and informational mechanisms that underlie the relationship between language-related misunderstanding and employees' performance and attitudinal outcomes, and highlight key boundary conditions. In doing so, we uncover …

Geographies Of Storage, Sayd Randle

Research Collection College of Integrative Studies

Resource storage has long played a key role in the production of socio-ecological arrangements and economic relations. Even so, storage as a concept has remained somewhat marginal within geographical scholarship, often obscured by an analytical focus on the dynamics of movement. Reviewing recent works from geography, science and technology studies, and anthropology that center sites and practices of storage, this essay elaborates the diverse ways in which storage arrangements mediate resource circulation and the production of space. This literature demonstrates that thinking systematically with storage can illuminate a range of novel temporal, material, and value entanglements in-the-making, pointing to potentially …

Trust: The Feature That Vending Machines And Atms Share, But Simplygo Lacks, Sun Sun Lim

Research Collection College of Integrative Studies

The article discussed the intricacies of trust in the SimplyGo debacle and highlighted how the design of physical interfaces like vending machines and ATMs and digital interfaces from apps like Grab, Parking.sg and ShopBack have critical features to instil trust. People need to be reassured that their transactions have proceeded as they should, and thay have not been short-changed.

Reducing Urban Overheating Risks Through Climate-Resilient Development In The Warming Tropics, Winston T. L. Chow

Research Collection College of Integrative Studies

More frequent heat extremes, combined with rapidly developing settlements in the tropics, result in complex climate-driven risks emerging in cities within these regions. Urban policymakers can successfully manage these urban heat risks via climate resilient development, in which sustainability is aligned with current climate adaptation and mitigation goals.

Tips From Sir Cluckerton: Effective And Fun Social Media With A Library Mascot, Allison Boswell, Laura Pitts

Research, Publications & Creative Work

In 2021, the Houston Cole Library (HCL) at Jacksonville State University (Jacksonville, AL) added a mascot to enhance social media posts, and the result has been successful. HCL’s simple low-cost mascot has consistently stimulated positive interactions between the library staff/faculty and students, community members and university officials. HCL’s library mascot has created a cult-like following that watches and comments on his adventures. This current discussion indicates how any library can create their own mascot regardless of budget restrictions and time commitments.

The Lived Experience Of Acculturation And Transnationalism Of The First And Second Generation Of Post-2004 Polish Migrants In Ireland. An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, Joanna Kossykowska

Doctoral

This thesis intersects the theoretical fields of migrant acculturation and transnationalism. The key research question guiding this study is: How do the first and second-generation Polish migrants in Ireland make sense of the experience of acculturation and transnationalism? Despite much research on immigrants in Ireland, qualitative studies still need to be done on Ireland's 'new' communities. Psychological research is scarce on the lived experience of acculturation and transnational connections with the home country of first and secondgeneration Polish migrants. Thus, this thesis considers migration at a micro level, and the focus is to explore the phenomenon of psychological acculturation at …

Examining Predictors Of Cocaine Withdrawal Syndrome At The End Of Detoxification Treatment In Women With Cocaine Use Disorder, Bernardo Aguzzoli Heberle, Bruno Kluwe-Schiavon, Carla Bicca, Leonardo Melo Rothmann, Rodrigo Grassi-Oliveira, Thiago Wendt Viola

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

BACKGROUND: Detoxification is frequently recommended as a treatment for moderate to severe Cocaine Use Disorder (CUD). However, the response to detoxification varies among patients, and previous studies have focused mostly on patterns of drug use behavior to test associations with treatment outcomes, overlooking the potential impact of psychosocial factors, other clinical variables, and individual life experiences. In this study we comprehensively examined several variables aiming to find the most relevant predictors to classify patients with severe versus non-severe cocaine withdrawal symptoms at the end of detoxification.

METHODS: Data from 284 women with CUD who enrolled in a 3-week detoxification program …

Scoping Review: The Effects Of Interrupted Onabotulinumtoxin A Treatment For Chronic Migraine Prevention During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Qing Zhao Ruan, Daniel J Pak, Amitabh Gulati, Moises Dominguez, Sudhir Diwan, Jamal Hasoon, Timothy R Deer, R Jason Yong, Abdulrazaq Albilali, Amanda Macone, Sait Ashina, Christopher L Robinson

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Objective: To systematically examine the literature on the clinical consequences of inadvertent delays in scheduled onabotulinumtoxin A (OTA) therapy for chronic migraine during the COVID-19 pandemic and assess recommendations when access to OTA is limited.

Background: The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic was unprecedented in its impact on the global medical community. Most healthcare institutions in the United States (US) and the world had begun significantly limiting elective procedures, undermining management of many debilitating chronic conditions. OTA injections, were similarly involuntarily postponed, leading to significant setbacks in symptom control.

Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted on databases of Medline and Embase …

Screening For Food And Nutrition Insecurity In The Healthcare Setting: A Cross-Sectional Survey Of Non-Medicaid Insured Adults In An Integrated Healthcare Delivery System, Carmen Byker Shanks, Nancy P Gordon

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

OBJECTIVES: Healthcare screening identifies factors that impact patient health and well-being. Hunger as a Vital Sign (HVS) is widely applied as a screening tool to assess food security. However, there are no common practice screening questions to identify patients who are nutrition insecure or acquire free food from community-based organizations. This study used self-reported survey data from a non-Medicaid insured adult population approximately one year after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic (2021). The survey examined the extent to which the HVS measure might have under-estimated population-level food insecurity and/or nutrition insecurity, as well as under-identified food and nutrition insecurity …

How Should Focus Be Shifted From Individual Preference To Collective Wisdom For Patients At The End Of Life With Antimicrobial-Resistant Infections?, Jeannie P. Cimiotti, Kimberly Adams Tufts, Lucia D. Wocial, Elizabeth Peter

Ellmer School of Nursing Faculty Publications

Despite growth in numbers of organizational antimicrobial stewardship programs, antimicrobial resistance continues to escalate. Interprofessional education and collaboration are needed to make these programs appropriately responsive to the ethically and clinically complex needs of patients at the end of life whose care plans still require antimicrobial management.

Barriers To Higher Education Daca Recipients Face In The United States, Natalie Porter

Ballard Brief

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a policy that provides temporary relief from deportation to young undocumented immigrants, as well as social security cards and legal work authorization to qualifying individuals. Students with DACA encounter a variety of barriers to completing higher education due to the nature of the DACA policy. DACA places restrictions on access to federal resources and state resources, inhibiting access to financial aid opportunities. DACA does not provide lawful status to recipients—this breeds uncertainty about the future, preventing DACA students from scholastic planning. The uncertainty of the future is exacerbated by the fact that DACA …

Japan's Sacrificial Daughter: Sexual Exploitation In Post-War Okinawa, Kathryn A. Blau

BYU Asian Studies Student Journal

This essay investigates the prolonged US occupation of Okinawa post-1952, uncovering hidden forms of violence, particularly sexual exploitation against women. Despite portraying Okinawa as a sacrificial entity for the greater good, the paper reveals historical patterns of abuse dating back to Japanese military brothels during World War II. Post-occupation, over 200 cases of rape and assault against Okinawan women were documented, with minimal legal support. The narrative juxtaposes revered wartime nurses with stigmatized sex workers, highlighting the persistent inequality, even after Okinawa's 1972 return to Japan.

The essay explores how international dialogue sidelines women's voices, shifting the focus from victims …