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Harnessing Emerging Technologies for Green Sustainability: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Pathways
No full textEmerging technologies have become pivotal in advancing green sustainability by fostering innovative solutions to environmental challenges while promoting economic growth. This chapter explores the transformative potential of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), and Industry 4.0 innovations in optimizing resource management, enhancing operational efficiency, and reducing environmental impacts. Also it highlights the critical role of sustainable energy technologies, digital circular economy practices, and financial innovations in driving systemic change. By examining the interplay between technological advancements, economic considerations, and policy frameworks, the chapter underscores the need for integrative approaches to achieve sustainability goals and also addresses limitations, including the digital divide, technological integration challenges, and lifecycle impacts, and identifies future research directions. These include equitable access to technologies, hybrid systems, and interdisciplinary strategies that align innovation with environmental and social objectives. To conclude, this chapter offers a comprehensive understanding of how emerging technologies can serve as catalysts for sustainable development, paving the way for a resilient and equitable future. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2025
Factors that influence a patient’s decision to engage in genetic research
No full textIntroductionThe most challenging step in clinical research studies is patient recruitment. Many research studies do not reach their targets because of participant rejection. The purpose of this study was to assess patient as well as the community knowledge, motivation, and barriers to participate in genetic research.MethodsA cross-section study was conducted between September 2018 and February 2020 using face-to-face interviews with candidate patients from outpatient clinics at King Fahad Medical City (KFMC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Additionally, an online survey was conducted to assess the community’s knowledge, motivation and barriers to participate in genetic research studies.ResultsIn total, 470 patients were interviewed for this study, with 341 being successfully recruited for the face to face interview, and the other patients being refused owing to time constraints. The majority percentage of the respondents were females. The respondents’ mean age was 30, and 52.6% reported having a college degree. The survey results from 388 participants illustrated that around 90% of the participants, participated voluntarily due to a good understanding of genetics studies. The majority held positive attitudes toward being part of genetic research, which exceeded the reported motivation score of >75%. The survey indicated that >90% of individuals were willing to participate to acquire therapeutic benefits or to receive continued aftercare. However, 54.6% of survey participants were worried about the side effects and the risks involved in genetic testing. A higher proportion (71.4%) of respondents reported that lack of knowledge about genetic research was one of the barriers to rejecting participation.ConclusionRespondents reported relatively high motivation and knowledge for participation in genetic research. However, study participants reported “do not know enough about genetic research” and “lack of time during clinic visit” as a barrier for participation in genetic research
