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Unveiling impulse buying patterns in travel live-streaming through the lens of social cognitive theory
No full textGrounded in the social cognitive theory, the main aim of this study is to explore the impact of telepresence, social presence, and emotional engagement on impulsive buying tendencies within the realm of travel live-streaming (TLS). To examine further, the moderating effect of guidance shopping was included. An online questionnaire was distributed to 332 live-streaming viewers from China, and the collected data were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings indicate that telepresence and social presence exert significant influences on emotional engagement and impulsive buying tendencies. Notably, the study identifies the mediating effect of emotional engagement and the moderating effect of guidance shopping. In practice, this research highlights the importance of streamers leveraging TLS platform functionalities to amplify the sense of “presence” and cultivate stronger emotional connections with viewers, thereby stimulating impulse buying. Additionally, streamers are encouraged to guide viewers in their decision-making process, addressing concerns to elevate engagement levels
Performance metrics that matter: assessing winning and losing teams in women’s Rugby union
No full textThe aim of this study was to identify key performance indicators (KPI) that differentiated winning and losing teams, and how KPI may vary in balanced and unbalanced matches in Australian domestic women’s Rugby Union (RU). Four seasons of the Buildcorp Super W competition (2019–2022), round and final matches (n = 47) were analysed by an experienced performance analyst using computerised notational analysis software (Hudl SportsCode) to identify various KPI that occurred throughout a match. Findings showed that winning teams had greater ball-carrying efficiency, quick ruck speed, greater field-based tactics, greater successful conversions, and created more scoring opportunities while losing teams had poorer goal-kicking performance, greater number of rucks lost, and unsuccessful set piece performance. However, in balanced matches, only greater scoring opportunities, possession, and kicking performance discriminated between winning and losing teams. Winning teams in unbalanced matches had greater scoring opportunities, kicking performance, possession, territory, ball-carrying efficiency, and ruck performance, whilst losing teams had a greater number of rucks lost and lineouts lost. These results suggest some performance metrics can differ between balanced and unbalanced matches. Coaches may use these findings to help evaluate match performances based on scoring differential, as well as influence possession-in-territory, and kicking tactics, to increase scoring opportunities
Shaping the future: Satryo Brodjonegoro’s blueprint for education in Indonesia
No full textThe election of the new Indonesian Government heralds a new direction in higher education in Indonesia. Higher education is critical to Indonesia amidst significant global and national challenges, including globalisation, the uptake of advancing technologies, and climate change. This paper examines the potential role and leadership of Satryo Soemantri Brodjonegoro, the newly appointed Indonesian Minister for Higher Education, Science and Technology, can play in strengthening Indonesia’s resilience. As a prominent figure in academia and the education bureaucracy, Brodjonegoro’s work has significantly influenced the direction of Indonesia’s human capital development landscape. This review synthesises his academic publications, policy initiatives and strategic vision, which reveals a focus on driving innovation, enhancing research capacity, and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration within Indonesia's further education system. Central to Brodjonegoro’s thinking is that human capital is a catalyst for national development, and he is focused on preparing Indonesia for the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This paper also contextualises his work within global trends in Higher Education reform, exploring how his leadership aligns with international best practices and contributes to the broader discourse on education and technological advancement in developing economies. By critically analysing Brodjonegoro’s body of work and its practical implications, this review attempts to provide insights into his potential long-term impact on Indonesia's educational reform and it’s positioning as a knowledge-driven economy
Distress Tolerance as a Risk Factor for Specific Internet‑Use Disorders
No full textExisting research on distress tolerance has focused on non-technological addictions and general Internet addiction; however, none explored its association with specific Internet-use addictions. This study aimed to investigate whether distress tolerance could be a risk factor for three specific Internet-use disorders: Internet gaming disorder (IGD), problematic social media use (PSMU), and problematic pornography use (PPU) guided by the interaction of person-affect-cognitionexecution (I-PACE) model. As emotional regulation and distress tolerance are related but distinct constructs, emotional regulation was controlled in the current study. It was hypothesized lower distress tolerance would predict higher severity in IGD (H1), PSMU (H2), and PPU (H3) after controlling for demographics (i.e., age and gender) and emotional regulation. Upon ethics approval from the university’s human research ethics committee, 151 participants (62.9% females; mean age = 27.35, SD = 6.41) were recruited. Participants completed scales on distress tolerance, emotional regulation, IGD, PSMU, and PPU. Hierarchical multiple regression was conducted thrice for each outcome variable, with demographics entered in Model 1, emotional regulation subscales entered in Model 2, and distress tolerance subscales entered in Model 3. Results revealed lower distress tolerance significantly predicted higher severity in IGD above and beyond demographics and emotional regulation, but not for PSMU and PPU. This suggests distress tolerance may be a more relevant risk factor for IGD than PPU and PSMU. Limitations pertain to lack of comprehensiveness measuring psychological distress. Longitudinal studies are recommended for future research
Photochemical Acylation of 1,4-Naphthoquinone with Aldehydes Under Continuous-Flow Conditions
No full textA series of photoacylations of 1,4-naphthoquinone with various aldehydes and using Pyrex-filtered UVB light was conducted under continuous-flow conditions. Acetone served as a triplet photosensitizer and convenient solvent that kept all materials in solution and could be easily removed. The corresponding acylated 1,4-naphthohydroquinone photoproducts were obtained in acceptable to excellent yields of 30–90% with residence times of just 70 min. The photoacylation process was successfully coupled with in-line oxidation to obtain acylated 1,4-naphthoquinones
Marine reserves contribute half of the larval supply to a coral reef fishery
No full textMarine reserves deliver impressive increases in the abundance and size of exploited species on protected reefs, but larval dispersal makes it difficult to estimate their wider benefits. Australia’s Great Barrier Reef (GBR) contains an extensive network of marine reserves. By combining GBR-wide fish surveys, larval dispersal models, and commercial fishery catch data, we calculate the system-wide ecological and economic contributions of these reserves for coral groupers (Plectropomus spp.), the region’s most important line fishery. Despite covering only 30% of reef habitat, the GBR’s marine reserve network contains half of the species’ biomass and generates most of its reproductive output (55%), half of the system’s larval settlement (50%), and almost half of the total fishery yield (47%)
Radio relationships: Perceptions on listenership and well-being
No full textObjective: As Australia boasts large radio listening audiences with high engagement among older adults, we examined Australian radio personnel’s perceptions of their role in delivering radio and how it facilitates listener well-being.
Method: Semi-structured individual interviews were conducted with 16 radio personnel affiliated with music- and talk-based community and public stations broadcasting in Melbourne, Victoria.
Results: Thematic analysis indicated two main themes: communication style (e.g., making listeners a part of the conversation, speaking to “one” person, and strong listening skills) and authenticity. Presenters focus on both creating and maintaining relationships as well as promoting community through their on-air actions and programming. This inherently fosters connection and facilitates listener well-being.
Conclusions: The findings have implications for considering how the radio can be used as a tool for enhancing quality of life and for how radio stations manage presenter training and programming changes to support listener connection
Towards Robust Demographic Models: A Systematic Approach to 14C Data Aggregation and Analysis with Lessons from the Southern Levant
No full textThis study presents a robust seven-step framework for curating and analysing extensive radiocarbon (14C) datasets, optimised to construct accurate Summed Probability Distribution (SPD) models. Applied to a comprehensive dataset of 4,657 14C dates from 582 archaeological sites in the Southern Levant spanning the last 50,000 years, this framework systematically consolidates data by eliminating duplicates, refining archaeological periodisation, and integrating key environmental variables like phytogeographic zones and natural regions. Through meticulous 14C classification, outlier identification, and model assessment, the resulting dataset and models are refined, transparent, and adhere to FAIR principles for accessibility. This approach enhances the reliability of SPD models in studying ancient population trends and human-environment dynamics, offering a versatile tool adaptable to similar large-scale datasets across regions
The Silent Stakeholders: A Reflexive Thematic Analysis of Student Perspectives of School Choice & Satisfaction in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific
No full textThis study examines student perspectives on school choice and satisfaction in private Christian schools across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Using reflexive thematic analysis of focus group data from 192 students, the research explores student influence in school selection and its relationship to educational satisfaction. Findings reveal that students had minimal input in choosing their schools, with parental decisions primarily driven by faith alignment. Factors contributing to satisfaction included cultural alignment with personal faith, positive peer relationships, and constructive interactions with teachers. The study highlights the complex interplay between student agency, parental influence, and satisfaction in school choice
Connecting care in a community forgotten: a poetic representation of tuberculosis prevention, detection, and treatment for women in East Kwaio, Solomon Islands
No full textThis found poem seeks to connect care as we work towards a fairer world. Barriers to preventing, detecting and treating tuberculosis (TB) in mountainous East Kwaio, Malaita, Solomon Islands persist, while gendered issues remain largely unexplored. A qualitative study explored women’s experience of TB in East Kwaio, using the Melanesian method of tok stori. Twenty-four women and 12 men shared about women’s experience of living with TB and caring for someone with TB. Tok storis were audio recorded and orally analysed. While cultural concepts of love and community promote support, systematic health system exclusion and geographic isolation compound health challenges. These findings are presented in a found poem