Global Share Research Articles

An Importance-Performance Analysis of Accessible Tourism: A Tourist and Resident Perspective with Empirical Insights from Phuket

The fundamental principle of accessible tourism revolves around advocating for the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with disabilities, aiming to facilitate complete engagement for individuals with disabilities within tourism experiences. Previous research established a five-dimensional exploratory framework revealing several barriers that prevent Phuket Island from fully engaging in accessible tourism and increasing its global market share in this emerging market segment. This study sought to build upon previous findings by empirically investigating these barriers through the utilization of the importance-performance analysis method. Methodologically, survey data was collected from 391 tourists and residents in Phuket. The findings align with previous research, highlighting the preparedness of Phuket's international airport, diverse luxury accommodation options, and internationally accredited medical facilities. These elements stand out as exemplary in meeting the needs of accessible tourism. Conversely, the present infrastructure, insufficient transportation systems, and limited recreational options pose significant challenges, marking them as pivotal bottlenecks. The article discusses practical implications to rectify these limitations and advances the discussion about using the importance-performance analysis as a managerial tool to evaluate the quality of tourism experiences in the context of accessible tourism.

Smart Watches Lack Skin Smarts: Current and Future Dermatologic Applications in Device Metrics.

Smartwatches have proven life-saving in medical specialties such as cardiology. Smartwatches actively warn us of arrhythmia risk and loud noise exposure. However, dermatologic health metrics are rarely monitored, and users are never alerted of potential skin health issues. Furthermore, the role of these devices within dermatology has not been evaluated in the literature. This study aims to analyze the current data points monitored by smartwatches and discuss potential adaptations to support dermatologic patient education and improve clinical management. Methods: The top three smartwatches per global market share were identified and analyzed to determine the health data points they monitor and the alerts they provide. These data points were grouped and compared based on their corresponding body systems. Results: Cardiovascular health comprises the highest percentage of data points collected with an average of 41% while dermatologic health averaged only 11%. Conclusion: Dermatology is grossly underrepresented in current smartwatch devices. There is an important need to expand the dermatologic health metrics tracked by adapting existing smartwatch technology. From proactive cancer prevention to disease-specific reactive interventions, smartwatches can play a significant role in improving dermatological health and reducing healthcare costs.

World’s concentration of forest products exports

The world’s economy has undergone several changes and crises that may have altered the dynamics and structure of the forestry market after 2008. Thus, the objective of this study was to measure the concentration of the international market of the main forest products between 2008 and 2018. We used the Concentration Ratio [CR(k)], Hirschman-Herfindahl Index (HHI), Theil Entropy Index (E) and Gini Coefficient (G) to evaluate the forest products concentration. Our results showed that American and Asian countries have risen and taken positions of major forest products exporters to European markets over the years. The main exported product was “Paper and cardboard”, followed by “Lumber”, “Pulp”, “Wooden panels”, “Wood for industrial purposes” and “Energy”. Brazil's global share stood out in the pulp and paper segments. The forest products market concentration was classified as low for CR4, moderately low for CR8, unconcentrated and highly competitive for HHI and Entropy indices. Furthermore, the market was classified with inequality from very strong to absolute using the Gini index indicating that exports come from a small number of nations.

Globalization of Ayurveda pharmaceutics: Emerging trends

This article reviews contemporary initiatives to build Ayurveda as a global holistic health care system. India is a forerunner in this medical system. Growing desire for natural and organic products with minimal side effects, more consumer awareness, and a surge in demand for nature-derived cosmetics and day care products, are expanding its attractiveness as a medical tourist destination around the world. Furthermore, with a growth in demand for natural products, FMCG products with natural components are grabbing consumer’s attention. Despite a drop in economic activity in 2020 owing to the pandemic, the ayurvedic industry is expected to reach $20.6 billion in 2021 and $23.3 billion in 2022, as per trade analysts. The current Covid scenario has prepared the way for Ayurveda to be eminent on the global healthcare map. In terms of global share, India has risen faster in the AYUSH market, accounting for approximately 2.8% of the market. Government investments and policies, Global market outreach, Evidence-based Study, Increased R&D expenditure, Innovations and startups, and Marketing to Millennials and Gen Z are the key factors to strongly with-hold the presence of this sector in the pharmaceutical world. Through its unique holistic healthcare approach, AYUSH along with Yoga holds the potential to make India a global healthcare leader. The AYUSH healthcare system will be increasingly important in the future decade, both domestically and globally.

Global heterogeneous catalyst (metal, chemical, zeolites) market size, share & trends analysis report 2023–2030

Global heterogeneous catalyst (metal, chemical, zeolites) market size, share & trends analysis report 2023–2030

A neural network-based model for cross-border e-commerce supply chain demand forecasting and inventory optimization

Abstract The development of the Internet makes the e-commerce transaction scale in the total global trade share grow year by year, and cross-border e-commerce has become an important growth point of global trade by virtue of its unique advantages. In this paper, the ARIMA model is used to obtain the time series demand change of a cross-border e-commerce supply chain, and the results are input into the LSTM model to realize the construction of a cross-border e-commerce supply chain demand forecasting model. The ABC inventory classification method and economic lot ordering model are used as the basis for the establishment of cross-border e-commerce supply chain inventory control strategies and multi-cycle inventory control models. Taking the sales data of WT enterprise from May 2022 to May 2023 as an example, the effectiveness of the ARIMA-LSTM model in cross-border e-commerce supply chain demand forecasting is analyzed, and the inventory control optimization results of the multi-period inventory control model are verified. The relative error fluctuation range of supply chain demand forecasting of the ARIMA-LSTM model is between [-0.1,0.2], and the cross-border e-commerce supply chain’s monthly demand forecast MAPE value is only 0.0135. After using the inventory control optimization model, the annual average inventory is reduced by 178.42 tons, and the total cost of inventory is reduced by 0.09*108 yuan. Relying on neural networks can achieve accurate prediction of cross-border e-commerce supply chain demand and optimize cross-border e-commerce supply chain inventory.

Tesla’s Pioneering Role in the New Energy Vehicle Industry: Strategies for Success

Tesla, as a leader in the electric vehicle industry, has achieved significant success in technology and market and has actively contributed to environmental protection and sustainable transportation. Tesla's outstanding global electric vehicle market achievements as a new energy vehicle industry leader are explored in this article. Through its unique differentiation and innovation strategy, Tesla has successfully shaped its brand image and become a leader in the new energy vehicle industry. Tesla's product positioning, marketing model, innovative technology, and competitive advantages are examined in the article. Additionally, Tesla's global strategic layout and ecosystem construction have been extensively discussed. Tesla's successful experience provides significant inspiration for the development of the new energy vehicle industry, which includes technological innovation, brand value, international market expansion, and ecosystem construction. Tesla will keep expanding its global market share, introduce more models and services, and contribute more to the development of the electric vehicle market.

Critical evaluation of publications and patents in nanobiotechnology-based research in the last decade

Abstract Nanobiotechnology is a specific field of biotechnology that utilizes nanoscale methods and materials to investigate biological systems and create innovative medical technologies. This review discusses the diverse use of nanobiotechnology in health, focusing on both its superior properties and challenges. The main aims of this report are to present and elaborate on the global market share of this growing field as well as the scientific output, regarding publications and patents in the last decade. Quantitative data is derived from the Statnano database, which includes information related to the articles from the Web of Science (WoS) and approved patents from the European Patent Office and the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The final aim of this review is to provide some suggestions based on these data. Government support is the most important driving force in building up research and publications. Support for advancement in nanotechnology to fabricate products for commercial and public benefit is the top priority of developed nations. Thus, entrepreneurial training of young researchers, and collaborations between scientists, policymakers, investors, and citizens, should be encouraged. To work together globally and set international standards for the creation of consistent methods in characterizing nanoscale products with biological systems is imperative.

Resveratrol alleviates imidacloprid-induced mitochondrial apoptosis, necroptosis, and immune dysfunction in chicken lymphocyte lines by inhibiting the ROS/MAPK signaling pathway.

Imidacloprid (IMI) is a neonicotinoid insecticide with the highest global market share, and IMI exposure in the environment can negatively affect many nontarget organisms (a general term for organisms affected by drugs other than target organisms). Resveratrol (RSV), a non-flavonoid polyphenolic organic compound derived from peanuts, grapes, and other plants, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. It is currently unclear how RSV protects against cell damage caused by IMI. Therefore, we established an experimental model of chicken lymphocyte lines exposed to 110 μg/mL IMI and/or 0.5 μM RSV for 24 h. According to the experimental results, IMI markedly raised intracellular reactive oxygen species levels and diminished the activity of the cellular antioxidant enzymes (CAT, SOD, and GPx), leading to MDA accumulation and decreased T-AOC. JNK, ERK, and P38, the essential components of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway, were also expressed more when IMI was present. Additionally, IMI resulted in upregulation of mitochondrial apoptosis (Caspase 3, Caspase 9, Bax, and Cyt-c) and necroptosis (Caspase 8, RIPK1, RIPK3, and MLKL) related factors expression, downregulation of Bcl-2 expression, induction of upregulation of cytokine IL-6 and TNF-α expression, and downregulation of IFN-γ expression. The combined treatment of RSV and IMI significantly reduced cellular oxidative stress levels, inhibited the MAPK signaling pathway, and alleviated IMI-induced mitochondrial apoptosis, necroptosis, and immune dysfunction. To summarize, RSV antagonized IMI-induced mitochondrial apoptosis, necroptosis, and immune dysfunction in chicken lymphocyte lines by inhibiting the ROS/MAPK signaling pathway.

Model-informed health and socio-economic benefits of enhancing global equity and access to Covid-19 vaccines

We take a model-informed approach to the view that a global equitable access (GEA) to Covid-19 vaccines is the key to bring this pandemic to an end. We show that the equitable redistribution (proportional to population size) of the currently available vaccines is not sufficient to stop the pandemic, whereas a 60% increase in vaccine access (the global share of vaccinated people) would have allowed the current distribution to stop the pandemic in about a year of vaccination, saving millions of people in poor countries. We then investigate the interplay between access to vaccines and their distribution among rich and poor countries, showing that the access increase to stop the pandemic gets minimized at + 32% by the equitable distribution (− 36% in rich countries and + 60% in poor ones). To estimate the socio-economic benefits of a vaccination campaign with enhanced global equity and access (eGEA), we compare calibrated simulations of the current scenario with a hypothetical, vaccination-intensive scenario that assumes high rollouts (shown however by many rich and poor countries during the 2021–2022 vaccination campaign) and an improved equity from the current 2.5:1 to a 2:1 rich/poor-ratio of the population fractions vaccinated per day. Assuming that the corresponding + 130% of vaccine production is made possible by an Intellectual Property waiver, we show that the money saved on vaccines globally by the selected eGEA scenario overcomes the 5-year profit of the rights holders in the current situation. This justifies compensation mechanisms in exchange for the necessary licensing agreements. The good news is that the benefits of this eGEA scenario are still relevant, were we ready to implement it now.

Analyzing the Challenges of BYD in the Future Based on the Current Electric Vehicle Market Situation

Global new energy vehicle (NEV) technology is developing rapidly. There is an increasing preference for pure electric vehicles in urban areas, driven by environmental awareness and vehicle cost considerations. It is worth noting that the adoption rate of new energy vehicles in China has increased significantly, making it a key market for sustainable transportation. Among the major players in the market, BYD is a well-known brand based on its strong battery technology and successful foray into electric vehicle production, topping the list of energy vehicle sales in China. However, while BYD has achieved success, it is also facing challenges in the future. The purpose of this study was to explore how BYD can maintain its sales dominance in the Chinese market and to provide key insights and strategic recommendations to further expand its global market share. This article examined foreseeable and unforeseen market changes, with particular emphasis on addressing issues related to market competition, charging infrastructure, and government policy. For the above three issues, this paper gave suggestions such as emphasizing product differentiation and increasing R&D investment, cooperating with the government, and establishing a solid relationship with policymakers and industry associations. By identifying and addressing these challenges, this study aimed to contribute to BYD's sustainable growth and success in the dynamic new energy vehicle industry.

Efficacy of Common Ingredients in Over‐the‐Counter Memory Supplements

AbstractBackgroundThe Global Brain Health Supplement Industry Market size was valued at 7.6 billion U.S. dollars. It is predicted to increase to 15.59 billion U.S. dollars by 2030. Memory and enhancement is a segment of the market that comprised the highest global revenue share in 2021.MethodAn extensive review of current supplements on the market was performed by surveying products for sale at local and national pharmacies and grocery stores. A list of 103 supplements was compiled and the most common ingredients in these supplements were identified. Scientific data relative to these ingredients was searched using PubMed and Cochrane library databases.ResultThere is not currently strong evidence that supports the clinical use of apoaequorin, ashwagandha, carnitine, choline, coenzyme q10, coffee extract, ginger, ginkgo biloba, Huperzine A, lion’s mane, l‐theanine, omega‐3 fatty acids, phosphatidylserine, polyphenol, turmeric, vitamin B9, vitamin B12, vitamin D, or vitamin E supplementation for memory improvement.ConclusionDietary supplements geared toward improving cognition are a billion‐dollar industry that continues to grow despite lacking a solid scientific foundation for their marketing claims. More rigorous studies are needed relative to the long‐term use of these supplements in homogenous populations with standardized measurements of cognition.

Analysis on the effects of global supply chain reconfiguration on China's high-end equipment manufacturing industry

PurposeThe challenges faced by China's high-end equipment manufacturing (HEEM) industry are becoming clearer in the process of global supply chain (GSC) reconfiguration. The purpose of this study is to investigate how China's HEEM industry has been affected by the GSC reconfiguration, as well as its short- and long-term strategies.Design/methodology/approachThe authors adopted a multi-method approach. Interviews were conducted in Phase 1, while a three-round Delphi survey was conducted in Phase 2 to reach consensus at the industry level.FindingsThe GSC reconfiguration affected China's HEEM supply chain (SC). Its direct effects include longer lead times, higher purchasing prices and inconsistent supply and inventory levels of key imported components and materials. Its indirect effects include inconsistent product quality and cash flows. In the short term, China's HEEM enterprises have sought to employ localized substitutes, while long-term strategies include continuous technological innovation, industry upgrades and developing SC resilience.Originality/valueThis study not only encourages Chinese HEEM enterprises to undertake a comprehensive examination of their respective industries but also provides practical insights for SC scholars, policymakers and international stakeholders interested in how China's HEEM industry adapts to the GSC reconfiguration and gains global market share.

Can the Sharia Finance Industry Still Adopt New Innovations?

The rapid growth of the sharia and halal product industry marks a positive development in global market share. Even though it is run according to conventional management principles, the sharia industry faces significant challenges in adopting new technology, especially in the sharia financial sector such as Fintech. This research aims to explore the extent to which sharia principles can adapt to modern technological innovations such as cryptocurrencies, blockchain, crowdfunding and P2P Lending. The Islamic finance industry is responding to technological challenges by developing technology-based solutions according to sharia principles. Collaboration between industry and religious authorities is considered crucial to provide clear guidelines and fatwas regarding the use of technology in a sharia context.

Marketing Strategy Analysis of Coca-Cola in China and the United States

For multinational corporations, marketing is a complex and challenging process. Companies must develop localized marketing methods that consider cultural differences, language barriers, and varying consumer behaviors when conducting business in different countries. As one of the world's largest soft drink manufacturers, Coca-Cola has a significant global market share and a broad consumer base. The company's success around the world is largely due to its different marketing strategies implemented in various countries. This study aims to use the 4Ps model to explore Coca-Cola's marketing strategies in China and the United States and analyze the differences between their strategies. By understanding their approach to market changes and challenges, this study can provide more scientifically effective marketing strategies for Coca-Cola's future development in the Chinese and American markets. This article briefly outlines the soft drink markets in China and the United States, as well as the differing marketing approaches due to cultural differences. Through the use of the 4Ps framework to analyze and evaluate Coca-Cola's marketing strategies, people can understand how Coca-Cola responds to change and challenges. Based on this analysis, the article emphasizes the importance of cross-cultural marketing in the context of globalization. Other multinational corporations can learn from successful brands like Coca-Cola by adjusting their marketing strategies to meet local demand while maintaining brand consistency.

Twenty years crystal growth of solar silicon: My serendipity journey

The past two decades have been a transformative era for solar silicon crystal growth, especially in the competition between multi-crystalline silicon (Multi-Si) and mono-crystalline silicon (Mono-Si). As a critical sector of the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry, the demand for this crucial material has surged exponentially, expanding over a thousand-fold. This remarkable increase has led to an accumulative deployment of silicon solar panels, which now approach a striking terawatt (TW), capturing over 95 % of the global PV market share. Furthermore, the rapid advancements in crystal growth technology during this period have set an unprecedented historical benchmark. This paper reviewed our early effort in the hot-zone design of Czochralski (CZ) solar silicon and then discussed its recent advancements. In between, the small-grain high-performance multi-crystalline silicon (HPM-Si), which we proposed, and the mono-like silicon (ML-Si) were briefly introduced. Because of the much better ingot quality and growth yield, HPM-Si became the mainstream until 2018. Its market share peaked at more than 70 % in 2017 but slid down quickly and was replaced by CZ silicon due to the emergence of diamond wire sawing (DWS); the CZ silicon was easier to cut, and its kerf loss was much less. Since then, the CZ ingot size has also started to increase quickly. The wafer size increased from 156 mm × 156 mm (M0) to 217 mm × 217 mm (M12+) in a few recent years; the increase in wafer area was almost doubled. Nowadays, the market share of CZ mono-Si is over 80 %.

The Barriers to Accessible Tourism in Phuket

The concept of accessible tourism is centered on advocacy for the rights of individuals with disabilities to participate in tourism activities. The study aims to close a gap in the literature by identifying the barriers to achieving accessible tourism in Phuket and contributing to tourism development by establishing a framework for tourism stakeholders. An exploratory study design was applied, and empirical data were gathered through in-depth interviews with 16 professionals residing in Phuket, Thailand. The data were analyzed thematically to identify barriers and establish an exploratory framework for tourism stakeholders. A five-dimensional exploratory framework emerged in the process. The results revealed obstacles preventing Phuket from fully engaging in accessible tourism and increasing its global market share in this emerging market segment. Moreover, the findings contribute to the field of accessibility research. The article concludes by discussing implications for tourism stakeholders.

Chemicals in Cigarette Flavor Capsules From Guatemala and Mexico.

The global market share for cigarettes with flavor capsules has grown exponentially over the last decade, particularly in Latin America. When smoking, consumers crush a liquid capsule in the filter that flavors the smoke. Little is known about the chemical constituents of the liquids in capsules or their potential health risks. Based on consumer data and availability in Mexico and Guatemala, 31 flavor capsule brands were purchased (19 and 12, respectively) in 2020. Since some cigarettes included multiple capsules in a stick (up to 2) or pack (up to 4), the final analytic sample included 50 capsules. We conducted qualitative and quantitative analyses using gas chromatography with mass spectrometry (GC-MS, Agilent Technologies, Inc). The qualitative analysis detected 296 compounds (range = 9-67 per capsule), and all capsules contained menthol. Among the compounds detected in more than half the sample were limonene, menthone, benzaldehyde, eucalyptol, and triacetin. Traces of nicotine were found in 22% of the capsules. In the quantitative analysis, menthol concentrations were 33 times greater than the next most common compound (limonene). Benzyl alcohol and vanillin were also found in high concentrations. Comparing same-brand varieties across countries showed substantial variability in the concentration of menthol and other compounds. Menthol is an omnipresent constituent in capsule cigarettes, perhaps because of its anesthetizing and reinforcing addictive properties. Other compounds found are toxic, potentially carcinogenic, and may enhance addictiveness. Variance in the presence and concentrations of such compounds highlights the importance of product standards to regulate capsule content. This study evaluated the chemical content of capsule cigarettes from two Latin American countries that have two of the highest market shares for capsule cigarettes worldwide. Compared to other studies, our assessment included brand varieties from two countries to compare the differences in chemical content by country. Our results yield that menthol is found in all capsules, and that other chemicals found may prolong nicotine exposure and therefore reinforce the addictive properties of cigarettes.

An efficient Android malware detection method using Borutashap algorithm

The Android operating system captures the largest global smartphone market share. However, its popularity and open-source nature have garnered the attention of cybercriminals. The landscape of Android malware has evolved significantly over time. Traditional techniques for detecting Android malware are encountering difficulties in keeping up with this evolution. Specifically, methods that rely on extracting various features from Android applications are becoming difficult to implement as high-dimensional feature sets incur huge computational overheads when employed with machine learning algorithms. Therefore, this research proposes using Bortua and BorutaShap feature selection algorithms to choose features that contribute to detecting malicious Android applications. It uses static and dynamic features of Android applications to create a detection model for verification and evaluation of the mentioned algorithms. Experimental results showed that Bortua and BorutaShap algorithms offer promising results by achieving the highest accuracy of approximately 99%.

Performance of an automotive reversible CO2 heat pump system during periodic frosting-defrosting cycles

Electric vehicles (EVs) have seen rapid growth in the global market share due to the demand for low-emission commuting. However, EVs face the challenge of range anxiety in cold weather due to the capacity degradation of lithium-ion batteries and the increased demands of cabin and battery heating. Heat pump (HP) technology improves the heating efficiency compared to resistive heating, but in cold and humid weather, frost can grow on the outdoor evaporator and reduce the efficiency of the HP system. In this paper, experiments are carried out to assess the impacts of ambient temperature and relative humidity (RH) on the capacity and efficiency of a transcritical CO2 HP system during the continuous frosting-defrosting cycles under some challenging operating conditions (ambient temperature below 0 °C and RH over 80%). Moreover, the mass of frost accumulated during the frosting period, and that of water retained, drained, and vaporized during the defrosting period are measured and analyzed. The results show that when the ambient temperature decreases from 0 to −10 °C, the peak value of the heating capacity in the first frosting or HP mode period reduces from 4.85 to 3.54 kW, and the coefficient of performance (COPhp) drops from 1.61 to 1.47, but the operating time of the first frosting period significantly increases from 32 to 108 min. Similarly, lowering RH from 90% to 80% at 0 °C also helps to extend the operating time of the frosting period in one frosting-defrosting cycle from 32 to 84 min. In addition, with the current commonly used defrost initiation criterion, which is the air-side pressure drop across the outdoor evaporator increasing by five times, the heating capacity and system efficiency drop by less than 10% at the end of one frosting period. This indicates the potential for a longer operating time of the HP system which could reduce the undesirable impact on the passengers’ comfort during the reversed cycle defrosting.