Environmental Influences Research Articles

The Influence of Work Environment on Employee Performance at PT XYZ Through Work Discipline

The Influence of Work Environment on Employee Performance at PT XYZ Through Work Discipline

Wireless Wave Attenuation in Forests: An Overview of Models

In recent years, the need for reliable signal transmission in forested areas has increasingly grown, and the past few decades have witnessed significant developments in related research. With the emergence of smart forestry and precision forestry, understanding the science behind enhancing signal reliability in forests—specifically, studying the patterns and models of radio wave attenuation in these environments—has become crucial. To this end, we conducted a comprehensive review based on bibliometrics to summarize and construct the existing academic literature, revealing current research trends and hotspots. Utilizing bibliometric techniques, we analyzed the literature on radio wave attenuation in forests to summarize and evaluate previous studies. Our analysis indicates that empirical models (67%), hybrid models (21%), and equivalent models (12%) are the three main research clusters in this field. We observed that studies on radio attenuation are more prevalent in urban and artificial forests, while there is a scarcity of research in complex conditions like tropical rainforests and extreme weather; studies are more focused on UHF, VHF, and SHF frequency bands, with lesser attention given to other bands. Previous research has not adequately considered the impact of seasonal factors on signal attenuation patterns nor the influence of forest working environments.

A Study on the Relationship between Campus Environment and College Students’ Emotional Perception: A Case Study of Yuelu Mountain National University Science and Technology City

The campus environment directly impacts college students’ psychological and emotional well-being, influencing their behavioral performance and the development of their personalities. Investigating the complex relationship between the campus spatial environment and students’ emotions is crucial for designing urban environments that support mental health. Using Yuelu Mountain National University Science and Technology City as a case study, this research developed a framework to analyze campus environment characteristics and emotional perception. The study quantitatively assessed emotional perceptions, examined the specific contributions of different campus environment elements to individual emotions, and created an emotion prediction map to explore these relationships in depth. The results indicate that “campus greenery” and “diversity” negatively affect “disappointment” and “depression”, while “sky views” positively impact “happiness” and “sense of security”. Additionally, “diversity” positively affects “relaxation”, and “campus greenery” and “diversity” have negative effects on “disappointment” and “depression”, with “diversity” having a particularly strong positive effect on “relaxation”. The pronounced spatial clustering of emotional perceptions on campus further underscores the significant influence of the campus environment on individual emotional experiences. As the first study to explore the mechanisms underlying the emotional perceptions of Chinese college students in relation to the campus environment, this research overcomes the limitations of traditional environmental assessment indicators by identifying campus environmental elements and psychological factors that better align with the psychological needs of college students. This provides a scientific basis for optimizing campus environments based on the emotional perceptions of students, thereby supporting mental health promotion and guiding campus environment construction. Moreover, the research methodology is broadly applicable. The integration of campus environment image data and deep learning offers a significant tool for assessing campus space and environmental perception, thereby enhancing human-centered environmental assessment and prediction while more accurately reflecting architectural space perception.

The Analysis of the Causes and Intervention Strategies for Adolescent Internet Addiction

With the rapid development of Internet technology, adolescent internet addiction has become a global social issue. This paper aims to deeply analyze the causes of adolescents' obsession with the internet and explore effective intervention strategies. Through literature review, this study has collected a large amount of data to reveal the psychological, social, and environmental factors behind internet addiction. The study found that the main reasons for adolescent internet addiction include unmet psychological needs, the influence of family environment, the lack of school education, and the temptation of social culture. On this basis, this paper proposes a series of intervention measures, including strengthening mental health education, improving family communication, optimizing the school education model, and building a healthy online environment. Finally, this paper discusses the limitations of the study and makes suggestions for future research directions. This study not only provides a new perspective for understanding the phenomenon of adolescent internet addiction but also provides a theoretical basis and practical guidance for formulating relevant policies and practices.

Family Matters: Enhancing Insight in Linked Administrative Data Through Familial Linkage

ObjectiveFamilial relationships can provide researchers with important insight into genetic, environmental, and social influences across many domains of research. While most administrative datasets do not collect information about relationships, familial linkage is an approach which seeks to identify such relationships among individuals within a linked data environment. We sought to develop a familial linkage resource which permits researchers access to relationship information otherwise not available in unlinked disparate administrative collections. ApproachLeveraging birth and marriage registration data, we sought to identify relationships between Victorians. Familial links were formed by summarising relationships that were either explicit in the data (e.g. Parent and Child), or implied (e.g. A parent of a parent is a grandparent). Resulting relationship data was stored in a data asset which interfaces with our linkage infrastructure for easy access and use by linked data end-users. ResultsThrough familial linkage, we have identified over 8.8 million unique relationships for Victorians, spanning 24 relationship subtypes which include both biological and non-biological connections. This data can be linked to all administrative datasets within our linkage environment, however representation varies across sources. Overall, the highest coverage of known relationships is found in datasets which specialise in child services, while older Victorians remain a gap. Conclusion and ImplicationsFamilial linkage offers new dimensions of insight to researchers than what is accessible in source data alone. This information enables our data end-users to gain critical insights into the complex interplay between biological and social influences on Victorians’ health and well-being.

The Evolution of Mediation in International Conflicts from 1940s to 2020s

The article analyzes the evolution of international mediation from the middle of the 20th century to the present day. How do changes in international environment influence mediation and research on it? The paper’s hypothesis is that the transformation of international order and political organization of the world, the dynamics of (de)globalization and changes in the nature of international conflict determine the specifics of international mediation and shape the relevant research. Over the last 80 years international mediation evolved through three stages. During the first stage, shaped by the cold war, conflicts were mostly of interstate nature and were settled by states and international organizations. Meanwhile, the growing activity of non-state actors led to the emergence of mediation via “track II diplomacy”. At this stage, the study of international mediation becomes an established research area. The second stage, since the end of 1980s to the beginning of the 21st century, witnessed a rapid progress in the settlement of many protracted regional conflicts, aided by the mediation efforts of the USSR and the United States. In Russia, research on international mediation, previously fragmentary and legalistic, developed into a separate subfield of international studies. During the third stage, in the 21st century, the political organization of the world has been undergoing a turbulent transformation at all the three levels: Westphalian system, the system of interstate relations, and political systems of individual states. The all-encompassing nature of this change increases conflict potential and changes the nature of international conflicts, which become multidimensional and involve a variety of actors. Responding to the demand for managing complex conflicts, new trends in mediation emerge, such as the growth in mediation attempts by developing nations, engagement of peacekeeping missions in mediation, the use of digital technologies for mediation purposes. At the same time, the erosion of the old political organization of the world triggers the rise in identity-based conflicts that involve disagreement over values. As parties to such conflicts are less likely to seek interestbased compromises, the likelihood of successful mediation decreases.

Shining a Light on the Specimen Room: Enhancing Global Research on Bird Eggs through Standardized Digital Archives

Bird egg collections in natural history museums are valuable resources for studies such as how birds’ eggs may evolve under different environmental conditions, providing information that is critical in our changing world and of great interest to scientists. However, the millions of bird egg specimens, many collected over 100 years ago, are often not prioritized in digitized archives. To assess the current status of digitized egg specimens, we examined data available on open-source platforms such as iDigBio, based on the Marini et al. (2020) review of egg collections. Millions of bird egg specimens are preserved in museums worldwide, but only about 21% have been digitally cataloged and made accessible on global platforms, mostly from Western countries. While the technology used for extracting features from digital objects has greatly advanced for studying the size, color and spottiness of eggs (e.g., SpotEgg), the digitized specimens may not be formatted to meet the needs for research, thereby limiting their application. For example, among eight museums with digitized collections, images from six include a scale, but only the Yale Peabody Museum also incorporates a color chart with standardized gray patches for calibration (e.g., Calibrite Color Checker). Furthermore, coordinates obtained through georeferencing are essential for studying environmental influences on egg traits. Yet, fewer than half of the specimens (49%) have been georeferenced. Here we demonstrate how properly digitized specimens—using a dark background, adding a scale, and incorporating a standard color chart in the photo—can be utilized to study the evolution of egg color in birds. We urge the adoption of a standard digitization protocol for bird egg collections, the enhancement of georeferencing for the specimens, and the integration of local databases into global platforms to increase accessibility for the scientific community. These procedures should also be implemented at the early stage of the digitization process to maximize the value of digitized specimens.

Associations between long-term exposures to environmental factors and the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: A matched case-control study

ObjectiveAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a motor neuron disease in which the causes remain unclear, particularly the contribution of environmental factors. Thus, we created a multifactorial database to investigate the association between long-term exposure to urbanization, air pollution, water pollution, and the development of ALS. ApproachA matched case-control study was conducted in New Brunswick, Canada from January 2003 to February 2021. Study population included 304 ALS patients and 1207 controls with their historical postal codes from the New Brunswick Citizen Database linked to medical records and spatial environmental datasets from the Canadian Urban Environmental Heath Research Consortium. We compared their environmental exposures at place of residence prior to disease onset via conditional logistic regression models. ResultsOf the common air pollutants investigated, odds of ALS was significantly higher with increased SO2 exposure (OR = 4.369, 1.190-16.044 [95% CI], per 1 ppb increase of SO2) in adjusted models. No significant associations were observed for the investigated urbanization and water pollution-related exposures. ConclusionsThis is the first study to rigorously identify a potential environmental cause of ALS. Our findings suggest an association between long-term exposure to air pollutants, particularly SO2, and the development of ALS. Revision of SO2 emission regulations may be required. ImplicationsThe identification of SO2 exposure as an ALS environmental risk factor opens new prospects for identifying ALS therapeutic targets. Utilizing a similar data linking workflow to pre-existing disease registries found within data centres should be conducted to further investigate environmental influences on complex diseases.

The Influence of Islamic Financial Literacy and Social Environment on Saving Intentions in Islamic Banking: A Case Study of Economics and Business Students at Universitas Sumatera Utara

This study examines the influence of Islamic financial literacy and social environment on students' interest in saving at Islamic banks in Indonesia. A quantitative survey of 100 students at Universitas Sumatera Utara, analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) based on Partial Least Squares (PLS), reveals that both Islamic financial literacy and social factors, including religiosity, peer influence, and societal norms, significantly impact saving behavior, with social factors having a stronger effect. The research highlights challenges in improving students' Islamic financial knowledge and advocates for targeted educational programs. It suggests that aligning Islamic banking services with students' social and religious values can enhance saving intentions. The findings contribute to understanding how education and social environments shape financial behavior in the Islamic banking sector and propose strategies to enhance financial literacy for inclusive growth.

Genetics and Epigenetic in Mental Health

Genetics and epigenetics play critical roles in mental health, offering insights into the complex interplay between biological predisposition and environmental influences in the development and progression of mental disorders. Genetic studies have identified numerous risk loci associated with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression, highlighting the polygenic nature of these illnesses. However, the presence of genetic risk factors alone does not fully account for the variability in disease onset, severity, or response to treatment. This gap is increasingly understood through the lens of epigenetics, which involves heritable changes in gene expression that do not alter the DNA sequence itself but are influenced by environmental factors, such as stress, diet, and exposure to toxins. Epigenetic mechanisms, including DNA methylation, histone modification, and non-coding RNAs, can modulate gene activity in response to external stimuli, leading to long-lasting effects on brain function and behavior. These processes are particularly important during critical periods of brain development, where epigenetic modifications can shape neural circuits involved in emotion regulation, cognition, and stress response. Emerging research suggests that the interaction between genetic predisposition and epigenetic changes contributes to the heterogeneity observed in mental health disorders, explaining why individuals with similar genetic risks can have different outcomes. Understanding these intricate genetic and epigenetic networks is essential for developing personalized therapeutic strategies, which could revolutionize the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions. Advances in this field hold the promise of identifying biomarkers for early intervention and creating targeted interventions that consider an individual’s unique genetic and epigenetic profile, ultimately improving mental health outcomes on a global scale.

Pengaruh Lingkungan Sekolah terhadap Proses Pembelajaran Peserta Didik

This research examines the influence of the school environment on students' learning processes within the context of educational psychology. The school environment, including physical factors such as noise, lighting, and classroom conditions, as well as social factors like student-teacher interactions, significantly impacts the quality of learning. These factors can affect students' concentration, motivation, and academic performance. In educational psychology, a conducive environment has been proven to support effective learning and improve educational outcomes. This study aims to identify school environment aspects that influence the learning process and provide recommendations for creating optimal conditions for both academic and psychological development of students.

Influence of leadership style, work environment and competency on employee performance: job satisfaction as an intervening variable at the Labour and Transmigration Office in the Province of Riau Islands

influence of leadership style, work environment and competency on employee performance: job satisfaction as an intervening variable at the Labour and Transmigration Office in the Province of Riau Islands

Brand Building in a VUCA Environment: A Study based on Star Hotels in Sri Lanka

The business world is becoming more unstable than ever before where organizations all over the world are influenced by the VUCA environment. Accordingly, the business organizations are required to devise and implement strategies to deal with the disruptions generated by the VUCA environment. Particularly, the tourism and hospitality industry are more sensitive towards the instable environment and the organizations in this industry need to be more responsive for sustaining their growth and survival. Hence, the purpose of this study is to explore the influence of VUCA environment on brand building and responses taken by the high-end star class hotels in Sri Lanka. Researchers have used a qualitative research method and particularly the multiple case study approach in conducting this study. Accordingly, the data was collected using in-depth semi-structured interviews, images, and company documents and the data was analyzed using the generic qualitative data analysis method consists of coding, sorting, synthesizing and theorizing. The findings of the study highlighted the challenges encountered by the hotels in sustaining their brand during a VUCA environment, including threat for customer relations, challenges for internal operational activities and insufficiency in employee talent. The study also identified the strategies used by these hotels to sustain their brand, including innovations for sustaining the brand, novelty in marketing for enhancing customer experience and enhancement of stakeholder wellbeing.The findings imply that hotels are required to focus on innovations while addressing the needs of stakeholders by being more resilient towards the influences from VUCA environment.

Exploring the Influence of Family Cultural Capital, School Environment, and Peer Relationships on the Scientific Literacy of Primary School Students: A Conceptual Analysis in Chengdu City, China

This paper explores the impact of blended education on the quality of college student learning in Southwest China during the post-epidemic era. The study highlights the potential of blended learning to enhance student engagement, adaptability, and learning outcomes through the integration of digital tools with traditional teaching methods. It identifies critical factors such as institutional support, technological infrastructure, and faculty training as essential for maximizing the benefits of blended education. Additionally, the paper examines the unique socio-cultural context of Southwest China, emphasizing the need to address regional disparities in digital access to ensure educational equity. The findings suggest that blended education can serve as a transformative model for higher education in the region, fostering essential 21st-century skills and reducing educational inequalities. The paper concludes with recommendations for policymakers and educators to support the sustainable implementation of blended education, contributing to a more resilient and inclusive higher education system.

Testing the Deliberate Practice Theory: Does Practice Reduce the Heritability of Musical Expertise?

The deliberate practice (DP) theory claims that expertise essentially reflects the accumulated amount of deliberate practice, and that with sufficient practice, genetic influences on expertise will be bypassed. Thus, a core prediction of the DP theory is that genetic effects on performance decrease as a function of practice. Here, we test this prediction using music as a model domain. Musical expertise (measured with a musical auditory discrimination test) and lifetime practice hours were determined in 6471 twins including 1302 complete twin pairs. We fitted a bivariate Cholesky decomposition with practice hours as a moderator to determine to what extent genetic and environmental influences on musical expertise are influenced by practice hours. On average, 50% of individual differences in musical expertise were due to genetic influences, whereas shared environmental and residual influences each explained about 25%. Importantly, music practice significantly moderated these estimates. Variation in musical expertise decreased with more practice hours due to decreased shared environmental and residual variance. In contrast, the overall genetic component was unaffected by the number of practice hours. Consequently, the relative genetic contribution (heritability) increased with more practice hours. These findings are in contrast with predictions from the DP theory and suggest that genetic predisposition remains important for musical expertise even after prolonged practice.

Environment as a vulnerability factor for doping: a qualitative examination of Indian track and field athletes’ hurdles to compete clean

ABSTRACT India has one of the highest rates of doping, without accompanying international sporting success. Research on doping and developing countries has been sparse, and cases, such as India, warrant exploration. One approach to examining such a phenomenon is to move beyond interpersonal explanations and explore the athletes’ environment. Although environmental influence on athletes’ doping has been underscored, previous research in this regard has been limited. Hence this study explored the factors that contribute to Indian athletes’ vulnerability to doping by accounting for situational and systematic factors in the environment. Using a qualitative methodology, semi-structured interviews were conducted with twenty-one elite Indian track and field athletes of which seven admitted using prohibited substances. Athletes discussed factors that influence their vulnerability to doping. Through data analysis, the following four themes were developed: (a) Coaching Structure and Deference, (b) Obligations, (c) Limited Oversight and Enforcement, and (d) Doping Reinforcement. Together, these themes highlight that the distinct cultural nuances within Indian society, pressure from, and interactions among influential others, the lack of coach development, added incentives, coupled with limited trust in anti-doping organizations engender a system where doping is openly witnessed. Moreover, the results demonstrate the interactions among environmental levels, illustrative of a complex system where doping is an emergent product. This study provides insights into the challenges of managing dopin in a developing country and highlights the need for research in the Global South and for structural interventions to effectively prevent doping rather than just focus on the individual athlete level.

The Influence of Campus Environment on the Development of Self-Identity of Adolescent Students

This study aims to analyze the influence of the campus environment on the development of self-identity in adolescent students. Adolescence is a crucial period in the formation of self-identity, and the campus environment as one of the main social contexts plays an important role in this process. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method involving 200 adolescent students at one of the state universities in Indonesia. Data were collected through a questionnaire that measured various aspects of the campus environment, including social interactions, extracurricular activities, academic support, and campus facilities, and how these factors contribute to the development of student self-identity. The results of the data analysis show that the campus environment has a significant influence on the development of student self-identity. Positive social interactions, participation in extracurricular activities, and adequate academic support have been shown to contribute significantly to increasing students' self-confidence, self-understanding, and sense of social connectedness. Adequate campus facilities also support the process of exploring self-identity by providing space for students to develop their interests and talents. However, this study also found that some students faced difficulties in adjusting to the new campus environment, especially those from less supportive socio-economic backgrounds.

The Influence of Specific Pathogen-Free and Conventional Environments on the Hematological Parameters of Pigs Bred for Xenotransplantation.

Blood analysis plays a pivotal role in assessing the health of laboratory animals, including pigs. This study investigated the hematological profiles of transgenic pigs of the MGH breed for xenotransplantation, focusing on the effect of housing conditions on blood parameters. A cohort of pigs was longitudinally monitored from 6 to 18 months of age in both conventional and specific pathogen-free (SPF) environments. Red blood cells (RBCs), hemoglobin (HGB), and white blood cells (WBCs) were analyzed using standardized hematology analyzers. The results revealed that RBC and HGB levels were consistently higher in SPF-housed pigs. Notably, WBC counts were significantly lower in SPF-housed pigs, suggesting that reduced pathogen exposure under SPF conditions effectively diminished immune system activation. These findings raise a novel question as to whether distinct hematological parameters of specific and/or designated PF pigs would be advantages for the success of clinical xenotransplantation trials.

Energy transition for sustainable economy: What is the role of government governance and public concern?

The global imperative for sustainable development necessitates a deeper understanding of the factors driving energy transitions. This study examines how government environmental governance and public environmental awareness influence China's shift towards sustainable energy practices. Utilizing a comprehensive dataset from Chinese prefecture-level cities, we analyze the impacts of governmental environmental governance and public concern on energy transition intensity across regions. Our findings reveal that both proactive government investment and heightened public awareness significantly contribute to advancing energy transitions, with notable regional variations. The analysis uncovers complex relationships between local economic conditions, societal engagement, and transition progress, highlighting the need for tailored strategies. These insights contribute to the sustainable development discourse by elucidating the synergistic effects of governance and public engagement in driving energy transitions. Our research offers valuable policy implications for fostering sustainable energy futures, emphasizing the importance of coordinated efforts between governmental structures and public sentiment in achieving meaningful environmental progress.

The Influence of Physical Work Environment and Non-Physical Work Environment and Work Culture on Teacher Performance With Discipline as an Intervening Variable in High Schools of Paser District

This research aims to determine the influence of the physical work environment and non-physical work environment as well as work culture on teacher performance with discipline as an intervening variable at the Paser District Public School. The research design used in this research is descriptive quantitative. The population in this study were all teachers who taught at Paser Regency State High Schools in the Batu Sopang District area with a total of 133 people. The sampling technique used in this research used a purposive sampling technique. The results of the research show that there is an influence of the physical work environment on teacher performance with a P Value of 0.003, there is no influence of the non-physical work environment on teacher performance with a P Value of 0.028, there is a significant influence of work culture on teacher performance with a P Value of 0.023, there is a significant influence between work discipline on teacher performance with a P Value of 0.000, there is a significant influence between the physical work environment on performance through work discipline with a P Value of 0.007, there is a significant influence between the non-physical work environment on performance through work discipline and P value is 0.042, there is a significant influence between work culture on performance through work discipline with a P value of 0.023