Impact Of Quality Research Articles

AI to create personalised health responses to air pollution

AI to create personalised health responses to air pollution Professor Fan Chung, Professor Christopher Pain and Claire Dilliway from Imperial College London, walk us through the exciting use of artificial intelligence to create personalised health responses to air pollution and invite you to get involved. 99% of the world’s population breathe indoor and outdoor air which fails to meet the WHO guideline limits for air pollution, taking approximately 7 million lives prematurely per year. (1) The impact of air quality on health is, therefore, a matter of concern for us all. Climate change brings yet more challenges, causing weather patterns to change, leading to more frequent extreme weather events that can increase air pollution, such as heatwaves, wildfires and drought. (2) National governments seek to address these problems, but this process will take time.

The impact of digital banking service quality on customer loyalty: An interplay between customer experience and customer satisfaction

The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of service quality dimensions on customer experience, satisfaction and loyalty in the context of digital banking in Indian public sector banks. Data collection involved purposeful sampling, resulting in 524 valid survey responses. Psychometric characteristics were examined, and the hypotheses were tested using the Hayes process approach. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS 25 and AMOS 22 (structural equation modeling software). The study uses the Cognitive-Motivational-Relational (CMR) theory to examine the dynamics of service quality dimensions (RATER) in the context of digital banking, as well as their impact on customer experience and, ultimately, customer loyalty. The study’s findings reveal that service quality dimensions play a significant role in promoting customer experience. The study emphasizes the importance of customer experience as a predictor of customer satisfaction and loyalty. Customer satisfaction has been identified as a strong predictor of customer loyalty. It has also been identified as a mediating factor in the relationship between customer experience and loyalty. Banks and financial institutions can use these findings to optimize their digital banking services and enhance customer experience. Audits of the quality of digital banking services provided by Indian public sector banks will help them to strategize their operations in a highly competitive and digitized environment to meet the ever-increasing demands of today’s tech-savvy, digitally empowered customers who expect a seamless customer experience, thereby attracting new customers and strengthening the relationships with existing ones.

Unraveling the mechanism of alleviating the textural deterioration of thermally sterilized cooked noodles: Effect of gluten content and quality

Thermal sterilization is valuable for creating shelf-stable instant wet cooked noodles; however, it often leads to a poor texture. In this study, seven different reconstituted wheat flours were used to evaluate the impact of gluten content and quality on alleviating the textural deterioration of instant wet cooked noodles. Increasing the gluten content in wheat flour led to a higher hardness of instant wet cooked noodles, and the tensile distance significantly increased from 18.41 to 32.11 mm (p < 0.05). Conversely, as the glu/gli ratio decreased, the hardness decreased from 53.96 to 44.47 N, but the tensile distance significantly increased from 29.24 to 40.75 mm (p < 0.05). The rheological properties showed that a higher gluten content increased the elastic modulus at low strain and a lower glu/gli ratio reduced the deformation ratio at high strain. Size-exclusion high-performance liquid chromatography analysis revealed that less sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS)-extractable glutenin was retained in the noodles with a high gluten content and more SDS-extractable gliadin was preserved at a low glu/gli ratio. The confocal laser scanning microscopy results showed that a high gluten content induced a compact network and a low glu/gli ratio in wheat flour resulted in a continuous network.

Exploring the impact of quality of life on happiness among female healthcare professionals: The moderating roles of family and education

Purpose: This study explores the impact of quality of life (QoL) on the happiness of female healthcare professionals, focusing on the moderating roles of family dynamics and education. Method: A descriptive and exploratory design was used with data from 503 female healthcare professionals. Various quantitative analyses, including regression and correlation, were conducted using SPSS and AMOS. Findings: The study found a positive relationship between QoL and happiness. Family dynamics and education significantly moderated this relationship, highlighting the influence of these factors on happiness levels. Implications: The research offers insights into the well-being of female healthcare professionals and calls for policies that support QoL through flexible work arrangements and wellness programs, considering diverse family structures and educational backgrounds. Originality: This study provides a focused analysis of the role of family and education in shaping the relationship between QoL and happiness for female healthcare professionals.

Unequally distributed education impacts of ecosystem degradation: Evidence from an invasive species

Ecosystem degradation can have substantial social and economic costs, which may vary across groups in society. In this paper, we leverage variation from the introduction of the emerald ash borer beetle to explore how invasive species-induced declines in environmental quality impact education outcomes in a metropolitan setting. Exploiting the idiosyncratic and staggered spread of the ash borer throughout the Chicago Metropolitan Region from 2006 to 2014, we show that infestation led to declines in tree cover and subsequently, education outcomes. Our findings indicate that ash borer infestation reduced canopy cover in affected areas, stemming from both increased tree cover loss and declines in tree cover gain. Further, the ash borer reduced standardized test performance at exposed schools. Infestation exposure led to an average of 1 percentage point (1.22%) fewer students that met or exceeded the state’s testing benchmark at the typical school. While exposure to ash borer infestation was lower around low-income schools, education impacts were concentrated almost entirely among low-income students. This work adds to our understanding of the environmental drivers of education outcomes and the unequally distributed impacts of human-induced environmental change.

The Impact of Educational Quality on Student Performance (Case study Bosaso Elementary Schools)

This study investigates the impact of educational quality on student performance in elementary schools in Bosaso. By examining key factors such as teacher quality, availability of educational resources, and school infrastructure, this research aims to provide insights into how these elements influence student academic outcomes. The study utilizes a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and classroom observations, to gather comprehensive data from teachers, students, and parents.

Impact of Corporate Daycare Facilities on the Productivity of Female Employees: Evidence from Bangladesh

Purpose: The current study aims to identify the impact of corporate daycare facilities on female employees’ productivity in the organizations of Bangladesh. Methodology: A structured questionnaire has been developed and distributed to the current daycare facility users to collect information on the research framework. Data collected from 203 respondents have been analyzed using smartPLS4 to establish the possible relationship between four daycare service factors and the productivity of female employees. Findings: The results show that corporate onsite daycare facility has a significant positive impact on the productivity of female employees. Whereas the impact of cost-efficient corporate daycare, infrastructure, and quality of daycare services have not been statistically significant. Practical Implications: The study has great practical implications as the findings will help organizations in designing an appropriate daycare service facility for female employees in Bangladesh. Originality/Value: As corporate daycare is an inclusion strategy that attracts female employees to the workforce. Organizations are trying to provide daycare facilities to retain more women employees as supported by previous research. However, the productivity in the workplace of female employees, who have been provided with daycare facilities remains unresolved in the developing economy. So the study will fill the gap in the existing literature on onsite daycare systems. Research Limitations: The current study is based on urban settings limiting the cultural diversity in the responses and based on convenient sampling, which might limit the generalizability of the findings.

Effect of Asset Quality, Rentability, and Liquidity on the Book Value of Bank Companies Listed on the IDX in 2015-2020

&lt;span lang="EN-US"&gt;The purpose of this study is to measure how strong the impact of asset quality, profitability, and liquidity is on a company's book value. This research study utilized secondary data sourced from the Bank's annual reports for 6 years (2015-2020) as a sample of 23 banks equivalent to 138 data which were then analyzed using statistical tests. The results of the data test show that NPL, ROE, ROA, OER, and LDR together have a positive significant impact on the Book Value of Shares, individually NPL has a significant positive impact, ROE has a significant positive impact, ROA has a positive and significant impact, OER has no impact and liquidity has a significant positive impact on the Book Value of Shares. Asset quality, profitability and liquidity scores are indicators of financial performance that can be used by fund owners to determine the condition of a bank's financial health when investing in banking stocks based on the right decisions.&lt;/span&gt;

THE IMPACT OF SERVICE QUALITY, PRODUCT QUALITY, AND BRAND IMAGE ON CUSTOMER LOYALTY THROUGH THE MEDIATION OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AMONG PRIMA FRESHMART CUSTOMERS

As the retail industry for fresh produce in Indonesia becomes increasingly competitive, it creates an urgency for retailers to maintain relevant position in the market. Retailers need to cultivate loyal customers to ensure sustained performance and growth. Prima Freshmart, a specialized retailer that focuses on poultry products, is currently dealing with the challenge of having low customer loyalty rates based on the results of a preliminary survey. In order to understand how service quality, product quality, and brand image impact customer loyalty among Prima Freshmart's clientele, a study was conducted with 194 participants who completed questionnaires. The data was then analyzed using SmartPLS 4 software. The findings indicate that service quality, product quality, and brand image have a significant and positive influence on customer satisfaction. Furthermore, customer satisfaction has a significant and positive effect on customer loyalty and acts as a mediator in the relationship between service quality, product quality, brand image, and customer loyalty. These discoveries offer potential guidance for Prima Freshmart's management to enhance service quality, product quality, and brand image in order to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. This research provides valuable insights that can be applied to both theoretical and practical aspects of customer retention strategies in the retail sector.

The prognostic value of skeletal muscle mass and density in breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aim: The effect of skeletal muscle mass and density on the long-term survival outcome of breast cancer patients is unclear.Materials & methods: Systematically searched all articles in PubMed, Web of science, Springerlink, EMBASEand Wiley databases that studied the association between skeletal muscle and survival outcomes of breast cancer by 25September 2023. The hazard ratios and confidence intervals of the multiple factor analysis results controlling for confounding variables in the study were collected and analyzed using STATA 14.0 software.Results: This meta-analysis included a total of 13 studies, with a median age of 48.2years. Meta results showed that the survival (hazard ratio [HR]: 0.98, 95% CI: 0.89-1.08) and recurrence (HR: 0.96, 95% CI: 0.92-1.00) outcomes of breast cancer patients with sarcopenia were not significantly affected compared with those without sarcopenia. No significant heterogeneity or publication bias was observed in the study.Conclusion: The conclusion that skeletal muscle is regarded as a useful factor that can guide and optimize the prognosis of breast cancer patients is uncertain, or the result is very weak. Considering the impact of research quality and confounding factors, prospective studies are needed in the future to further demonstrate.PROSPERO identifier: CRD42023463480 (www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero).

An Investigation of Rater Effects on L2 Translation Performance Scores

This study examines the impact of L2 translation quality and rating experience on raters’ scoring behaviors and on the reliability and variability of scores. It also investigates frequently used decision-making strategies applied by raters assigning scores to different qualities of translation papers produced by Turkish EFL students. In total, 80 translation papers (40 low-quality and 40 high-quality) obtained from the participating students were given to 10 raters to score using a translation scoring rubric. Results revealed that less experienced raters were more positive while scoring the students’ translation performances and assigned higher and more consistent scores to the papers.

An Empirical Study on the Assessment of the Impact of Service Quality on Customer Repurchase Intention in Retail Chain Stores of Khulna District of Bangladesh

Purpose: The study aims to identify how various aspects of service quality impact customer repurchase intention in retail chain stores in Bangladesh. Methodology: The study has been conducted following the quantitative research method. Data were gathered from 100 shoppers via direct surveys done at multiple retail chain stores in Khulna city of Bangladesh. A questionnaire with a five-point Likert scale was used in the study to collect consumer feedback on several elements related to service quality and repurchase intention. SPSS 25 (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) was used to analyze the data for Reliability tests, correlations analysis, and regression analysis. Findings: The data show that responsiveness, assurance, and empathy have a substantial effect on customers' likelihood of repurchasing from retail chain stores. Surprisingly, tangible elements such as store appearance and reliability had little influence on customers' propensity to return. Practical Implications: According to the findings, retailers should focus on developing a customer-centric strategy that emphasizes prompt service, trust-building efforts, and encouraging sympathetic relationships. Originality/Value: The study has transformative potential for the retail chain sector, guiding strategic adjustments for enhanced customer experiences, competitive advantages, and long-term growth. Limitations: While the study provides useful insights, its limitations include a limited geographic scope, small sample size and inherent biases caused by the convenience sampling method. To clarify subtle customer behaviors across multiple retail landscapes, future research should include broad retail segments and locales.

The Impact of Audit Quality on the Financial Performance of The Listed Jordanian Chemical Company Sector

The study aims to find out the impact of audit quality on the financial performance of the chemical company sector, to explore how audit quality, especially focus on auditor independence and the size of the audit committee, affects the financial performance (ROA, ROE, EPS) of the Jordanian chemical industries sector listed on the Amman Stock Exchange. In order to examine the data a questionnaire was distributed to study sample consists of (59) employees working within chemical companies, (48) from it valid for statistical analysis where the number of chemical companies reached (8). Ordinary Simple Linear regression method employed in the analysis of data. The study revealed that auditor’s independence has a positive and significant effect on financial performance of Chemical Company Sector. It was concluded that aspect of audit quality influence financial performance of Chemical Company. The study recommended Auditor’s independence should be increased greatly in order to enhance financial performance (ROA, ROE, EPS) of the Chemical Company Sector, by improving internal control of the company, also, Always Conduct integrity and appropriate usage tests for auditors. Shareholder should control the committee size, by controlling the audit committee members, which will reflect positively on the audit report quality.

Investigating the Impact of LMS Quality, Technical Support and Perceived Usefulness on Student Satisfaction in Saudi Universities

Educational technology, particularly Learning Management Systems (LMS), has seen significant growth in recent years. As LMS platforms have evolved rapidly, managing them effectively has become crucial for the success of online courses. Many institutions and organizations now focus on developing LMS solutions as part of their e-learning strategies. LMS platforms are used in various educational contexts, including campus-based, distance, classroom, online, traditional, modern, and massive open online courses. They integrate numerous technological tools to support and enhance each stage of the learning process. In this context, user satisfaction is often discussed as a critical measure of LMS success. This study examines the primary factors influencing user satisfaction and the overall impact of LMS usage. It examines how these factors relate to student satisfaction and assesses LMS effectiveness. Data was gathered using a questionnaire based on previous research. The findings reveal that all identified factors positively impact student satisfaction, suggesting that greater user satisfaction leads to improved benefits for students.

Enhanced patient journey associated with improved overall survival in colon cancer patients: A study by the Ligurian Oncology Network.

Colon cancer imposes a significant burden on global healthcare systems, necessitating efforts to improve oncology care quality and patient outcomes. We studied the correlation between care quality and survival outcomes among colon cancer patients within the Ligurian Oncology Network (Italy). We developed an Overall Quality Score (OQS) to evaluate the impact of oncology care quality on survival outcomes within the Ligurian Oncology Network. OQS indicators were selected through expert consensus, covering screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. A sample of colon cancer patients diagnosed in 2012 was randomly selected from administrative healthcare data. Analyses were performed using two models: a binary model (High and Low OQS) and a stratified model (Low, Medium, and High OQS). Statistical analysis involved survival curves, log-rank tests, and Cox proportional hazards models using SAS 9.4. Of 175 eligible colon cancer patients, 150 were included. Following a median follow-up of 7.6 years, a correlation between High-OQS (⩾ 65%) and prolonged disease-free survival was observed (unadjusted HR 0.57, 95%CI 0.33-0.99, log-rank p=0.041). The five-year disease-free survival rate for High-OQS patients was 70% (95%CI 57-80%), compared to 53% (95%CI 41-64%) for Low-OQS patients. Similarly, the five-year overall survival rate was 78% (95%CI 65-86%) for High-OQS patients, compared to 58% (95%CI 45-68%) for Low-OQS patients (unadjusted HR 0.56, 95%CI 0.31-1.00, log-rank p=0.048). Our findings highlight the potential impact of the patient journey on colon cancer survival outcomes. Optimising care pathways might improve patient outcomes in colon cancer management.

Investigating the impact of comfort-zone quality in e-work settings

This study analyzes face-to-display workers' environments and investigates how their habits affect both brick-and-mortar and virtual workplaces. A qualitative study with 20 respondents using a photovoice strategy via snowball sampling was employed. The study aims to shed more light on some of the factors associated with the e-workplace environment. All respondents stated that work cannot be done efficiently and effectively without a comfortable workspace. Data demonstrate that the blurring of the distinction between home and office as a workspace has undeniably accelerated recently. Results show that work-anywhere technologies have empowered e-workers to be highly productive. For some, the balance between family and work has been a challenge. Males and females proceed completely differently when setting up home offices. Employees see ICT as an enabler and motivator for productivity; however, self-care is becoming a must when working remotely. For many, this is a new experience that they have to adjust to. The results obtained show similarities between brick-and-mortar and virtual workplaces and indicate that there is a process of "domestication," i.e., of moving selected features of the traditional workplace to the home office.

Investigating the impact of institutional quality under the petroleum price deregulation policy regime on the economic growth of Ghana

Investigating the impact of institutional quality under the petroleum price deregulation policy regime on the economic growth of Ghana

Ecological indicators of water quality and marshland impact area (MARia) index of Ligawasan Marsh: a critically important wetland in the Southern Mindanao, Philippines

Wetland ecosystems are vital for both biodiversity and communities that depend on them. The Ligawasan Marsh in the southern part of the Philippines is one of the most threatened wetlands in the country. Apart from increasing anthropogenic development, wetlands have faced warfare-driven threats that have hindered research and conservation efforts in the area for many decades. Our study is the first to investigate the patterns of physicochemical parameters, patterns of land use cover, and the relationship between land use change and marshland environmental status. We also developed the Marshland Impact Area (MARia) index to assess the potential impact contributions of the surrounding towns. We found a strong negative correlation between dissolved oxygen (DO) and indicators of pollution such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), and heavy metals. Interestingly, we observed elevated levels of phosphate and mercury at all sampling sites in the Ligawasan Marsh. Our landscape-level modelling showed that these elevated levels are associated with expanding croplands and urbanisation surrounding the marsh. We found that the potential impact contribution of cropland and urbanisation from surrounding towns of the Ligawasan Marsh varied significantly, suggesting the importance of implementing local policies to reduce land use change impacts. With the current yet remaims limited knowledge and beyond safe pollution levels in the Ligawasan Marsh, it is crucial to implement collaborative and science-based governance to integrate conservation initiatives with the priorities of global targets, such as the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, for a comprehensive and sustainable approach to Ligawasan Marsh conservation.

Pentingnya Kualitas Pelayanan dan Kepercayaan Konsumen Terhadap Loyalitas Pelanggan di CV Putra Timur Farm

In the constantly shifting and challenging market landscape, one notable phenomenon is the surge in new businesses. This study focuses on examining the impact of service quality and consumer trust on customer loyalty at CV Putra Timur Farm. In the commodity business, where prices frequently fluctuate, maintaining customer loyalty is essential for business sustainability. Data for this research was collected through observations and questionnaires and analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) Partial Least Squares (PLS) method. The results of the analysis indicate that excellent service quality and high levels of consumer trust have a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty. The findings highlight the critical importance of improving service quality and building strong consumer trust to maintain and enhance customer loyalty, especially amid unpredictable price fluctuations in commodity markets. This research underscores the need for businesses to focus on service excellence and trust-building strategies to ensure long-term customer retention and overall business success

Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan dan Fasilitas Terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan di Toko Kamila Grosir Karawang

The research was conducted with the aim of identifying the impact of service quality and facilities on the level of customer satisfaction at the Kamila Grosir Karawang store. The research method used was quantitative using a purposive sampling technique, and involved a sample size of 98 respondents who were customers who had visited or shopped at the shop. The analysis was carried out using multiple linear regression using the f test and t test, and a relevant level of 5%. The research results show that service quality is influenced and relevant to customer satisfaction, as well as facilities that have a relevant influence on customer satisfaction at the Kamila Grosir Karawang store. Apart from that, the quality of service and facilities simultaneously influences and is relevant to customer satisfaction at the Kamila Grosir Karawang store. It can be concluded from this research that the quality of service and facilities are mutually influenced by customer satisfaction at the Kamila Grosir Karawang store. There is an implication that maintaining consistency in service quality and providing services that meet customer needs can contribute to forming loyalty. Customers who feel valued and comfortable during the shopping process are more likely to remain loyal to the business.