Innovation In Area Research Articles

Exploring the Landscape of Creativity and Innovation in Higher Education Institutions: Opportunities, Challenges, and Strategies for Mobilization and Sustainability

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) have a crucial role in creating the future of society by providing individuals with the necessary information and skills to succeed in various sectors in today's fast-paced world. During this ever-changing environment, it has become more important to cultivate a culture of creativity and innovation within Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). This study paper aims to investigate the importance of creativity and innovation in higher education institutions (HEIs) and analyze the potential advantages and obstacles related to the activation and maintenance of these attributes within these establishments. Based on an extensive examination of existing scholarly works, this research article explores the various individual and organizational elements that impact the capacity for innovation within higher education institutions (HEIs). These elements encompass creativity skills, motivation, organizational culture, and leadership dynamics. Data collected from secondary sources using published articles in the area of creativity and innovation pertaining to higher education institutions. A relevant theoretical analysis was carried out to achieve research objectives. The finding shows that HEI face major block and barriers in creativity and innovation.

Jointly navigating through RRI in practice: lessons from technology design

ABSTRACT The potential of autonomous robots to assist humans in emergency situations remains a prominent area of innovation. However, such developments may present profound societal and ethical challenges. Ideally, an active integration of Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) allows for harnessing innovation while mitigating the potential negative implications. We present an attempt by an interdisciplinary team with limited exposure to RRI to incorporate the approach into an academic project exploring autonomous robots. Our case study reveals the complexities emerging locally when translating and applying RRI to the procedural aspects and intended project outcomes. We discuss key issues that emerge and how the team navigates through these. We draw on insights from practice-oriented approaches, as in science and technology studies and sociology. We raise social and ethical questions and develop practice-oriented recommendations to facilitate the future integration of RRI into projects.

Analysis on Innovation Efficiency of High-tech Industries in the Three Coastal Economic Zones in Eastern China

The high-tech industry is an important force in promoting the upgrading of traditional industries and the transformation of economic growth mode. Its technological innovation directly affects the innovation efficiency and economic development level of the region. The three major economic zones of Bohai Rim, Yangtze River Delta, and Pan Pearl River Delta are the most active areas for China's economic development and independent innovation, with a level of technological development far exceeding the average level of China, becoming the three growth poles driving China's economic growth. This article first uses the three-stage DEA Windows method to measure the innovation efficiency of high-tech industries in China's Yangtze River Delta, Pan Pearl River Delta, and Bohai Rim economic zones from 2016 to 2022, and considers the dynamic evolution characteristics of innovation efficiency in each region over time. Secondly, the impact of environmental variables on the redundancy of input variables in high-tech industries in the three major economic zones was studied. Finally, the differences of innovation efficiency values among the three major economic zones were examined. Research has found that after controlling for environmental factors and random errors, the overall innovation efficiency values of the three major regions have not reached the forefront of production, and have shown an increasing trend year by year. Low scale efficiency is the main factor affecting the R&D efficiency of the three regions, and further coordinated planning is urgently needed.

Achieving Accountability and Quality Education through Assessments: A Comprehensive Exploration of Assessment Practices in Zambia

This paper explores the role of assessments in achieving accountability and quality education provision in Zambia. The attainment of quality education is dependent upon the establishment of systems that ensure transparency, efficacy and accountability within the education system at all levels. Assessments play a crucial role in achieving accountability and ensuring quality education provision. Despite efforts to provide a comprehensive assessment system that has evaluation procedures that can assess more intellectual capacities, attitudinal and dispositional outcomes in areas of innovation, problem solving, self-initiated and self-sustaining, Zambia grapples with issues of equity and inclusivity in assessment practices which pose significant obstacles to achieving fair and meaningful evaluation of assessment system that promotes accountability and enhances quality education provision. Employing descriptive survey design and desk review of different collections of literature, policies, frameworks and reports, the study aims to illuminate both the strengths and weaknesses inherent in the current assessment practices within the Zambian context. Furthermore, the study endeavours to unearth the challenges impeding effective assessment practices, while simultaneously proposing strategic recommendations aimed at enhancing the existing shortcomings. The findings underscore the importance of robust assessments practices in augmenting accountability and ensuring quality education outcomes, providing valuable insights for policymakers, educators and stakeholders invested in advancing accountability and quality education provision through assessments. In addition, the study recommends incorporation of teacher training and all stakeholders involved in assessment practices, improve of existing infrastructure, construction and equipping of laboratories with equipment and apparatus, enhancing monitoring and supervision, re-thinking stipulated guidelines on assessment implementation and utilization of funds in schools. Additionally, re-consideration of resource allocation and material provision, coupled with feedback provision and analysis of capacities should be implemented in order for Zambia to develop a pathway towards a more equitable, inclusive and high-quality education system that empowers all learners to realize their maximum potential.

AGRO-robotics: Problems and Prospects

The article discusses innovative areas of development of forestry and agricultural machinery with intelligent control systems. Kinematics is considered using the example of a harvester with a multi-link manipulator and walking chassis. Systems of equations are presented that characterize the spatial position of the working and chassis equipment with a large number of degrees of freedom. For this purpose, many companies have set themselves the task of creating multifunctional robots that operate autonomously and are controlled remotely using cloud technologies with special software. Intelligent control systems currently being developed can significantly expand the technological capabilities of machines that were unavailable in the not so distant past. The use of robots allows the introduction of new highly efficient technologies in which a person will be relieved of heavy physical labor, work in hazardous conditions, aggressive environments, etc. As a result of using robots, significant savings in material and labor resources, increased labor productivity and reduced production costs can be achieved. Currently, the use of walking vehicles for cargo transportation, clearing rubble, conducting emergency rescue operations in undeveloped areas in off-road conditions, as well as military use is considered promising. An assessment of existing problems and development prospects is given.

Intellectual property law reform: Comparative insights and valuable lessons from the experiences of Vietnam, Malaysia, and Mexico within the CPTPP framework

The Intellectual Property (IP) chapter of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is recognized for its extensive coverage, encompassing a broad range of innovation areas such as patents, trademarks, geographical indications, and copyright. This chapter sets a new global benchmark for IP protection, posing significant challenges to the existing legal frameworks of member countries and necessitating rapid adaptation, particularly for developing members like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Mexico. These nations have undertaken comprehensive revisions to their IP laws to align with the international standards established by the CPTPP. Despite their unique national contexts, the legal amendments reflect distinct strategies and methodologies in meeting international standards. This paper conducts a qualitative analysis of Vietnam, Malaysia, and Mexico, comparing their law amendment strategies, contents, and techniques across three dimensions. It highlights the distinctive characteristics and impacts of their legal revisions, offering valuable insights for other prospective developing members within the CPTPP framework on the practice of IP law reform.

Overview of the Factors Influencing the Efficiency of PV Solar Cells

PV technology works through the direct conversion of sunlight into electricity, a process based on the photoelectric effect. This phenomenon happens when specific materials absorb light particles, leading to the release of electrons. Capturing these electrons produces an electric current. Which can be harnessed as usable electricity. The development of more efficient PV system designs and enhancements in their operation and maintenance are key areas of current innovation. These advances are crucial for improving the overall performance and sustainability of solar energy systems, making them a more viable and dependable option for future energy needs. In the literature there are plenty of papers on solar energy, in order to advance the research on this subject we needs up to date information on the current situation. As such is lacking at present, A current literature review of this phenomenon is reffered for more detail.

Therapeutic Properties of M2 Macrophages in Chronic Wounds: An Innovative Area of Biomaterial-Assisted M2 Macrophage Targeted Therapy

Therapeutic Properties of M2 Macrophages in Chronic Wounds: An Innovative Area of Biomaterial-Assisted M2 Macrophage Targeted Therapy

Unlocking the Potential of IoT: Discovering the Next Big Advancements in Connectivity and Automation

The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we connect and interact with the world around us, bringing unprecedented levels of automation, convenience, and efficiency. As this transformative technology continues to evolve, researchers and industry experts are exploring emerging trends and technologies that have the potential to shape the future of the IoT landscape. In this article, we provide a brief overview of the current state of IoT and delve into key areas of innovation, including edge computing, artificial intelligence (AI), 5G connectivity, blockchain, and sustainable energy harvesting. These advancements hold immense promise in addressing challenges, enhancing security, enabling real-time applications, and fostering sustainability within the IoT ecosystem. Understanding and harnessing these emerging trends is crucial for unlocking the full potential of the IoT and driving its continued growth and impact on various industries and everyday life. Keywords: Internet of Things, IoT, edge computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, 5G connectivity, blockchain, energy harvesting, sustainability.

Practical implications for design professionals: integrating emerging patterns into new media interface design

ABSTRACT In the new media era, visual communication design (VCD) in interface design (ID) relies on critical design patterns—layout, color, typography, and interactive elements—that are essential for user engagement. This study investigates these design patterns in ID, drawing on responses from 760 professionals, including UI and UX designers, researchers, and industry experts. Data analysis with SPSS revealed key trends, common practices, and areas for innovation, informing strategies for improved user experiences in new media interfaces. By highlighting emerging patterns and addressing literature gaps, the study offers valuable insights into design preferences and challenges faced by professionals, with implications for educational curricula, tool development, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and user-centric guidelines.

A Comprehensive Study on the Effectiveness of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Programs in the Malaysian Food and Beverage Industry: Addressing Gaps in Innovation and Business Strategies

The food and beverage (F&B) industry in Malaysia is rapidly evolving, driven by shifts in consumer demands, regulatory advancements, and technological progress. This transformation necessitates continuous professional skill enhancement, particularly through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs. However, there are significant concerns about the current CPD programs’ effectiveness in catering to the specific needs of the F&B industry, especially in areas such as innovation, sustainability, and strategic business management. This research aims to evaluate the current state of CPD programs in Malaysia's F&B industry using a mixed-method approach, integrating quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. Key findings reveal that while CPD programs meet basic regulatory compliance requirements, they fall short in areas of business innovation and leadership training. Recommendations are provided to bridge these gaps, advocating for a more flexible, hands-on, and industry-relevant approach to CPD delivery, which will better align with the needs of Malaysian professionals.

Processing and Properties of Polyhydroxyalkanoate/ZnO Nanocomposites: A Review of Their Potential as Sustainable Packaging Materials.

The escalating environmental concerns associated with conventional plastic packaging have accelerated the development of sustainable alternatives, making food packaging a focus area for innovation. Bioplastics, particularly polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), have emerged as potential candidates due to their biobased origin, biodegradability, and biocompatibility. PHAs stand out for their good mechanical and medium gas permeability properties, making them promising materials for food packaging applications. In parallel, zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles (NPs) have gained attention for their antimicrobial properties and ability to enhance the mechanical and barrier properties of (bio)polymers. This review aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the research on PHA/ZnO nanocomposites. It starts with the importance and current challenges of food packaging, followed by a discussion on the opportunities of bioplastics and PHAs. Next, the synthesis, properties, and application areas of ZnO NPs are discussed to introduce their potential use in (bio)plastic food packaging. Early research on PHA/ZnO nanocomposites has focused on solvent-assisted production methods, whereas novel technologies can offer additional possibilities with regard to industrial upscaling, safer or cheaper processing, or more specific incorporation of ZnO NPs in the matrix or on the surface of PHA films or fibers. Here, the use of solvent casting, melt processing, electrospinning, centrifugal fiber spinning, miniemulsion encapsulation, and ultrasonic spray coating to produce PHA/ZnO nanocomposites is explained. Finally, an overview is given of the reported effects of ZnO NP incorporation on thermal, mechanical, gas barrier, UV barrier, and antimicrobial properties in ZnO nanocomposites based on poly(3-hydroxybutyrate), poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate), and poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate). We conclude that the functionality of PHA materials can be improved by optimizing the ZnO incorporation process and the complex interplay between intrinsic ZnO NP properties, dispersion quality, matrix-filler interactions, and crystallinity. Further research regarding the antimicrobial efficiency and potential migration of ZnO NPs in food (simulants) and the End-of-Life will determine the market potential of PHA/ZnO nanocomposites as active packaging material.

MODERN TRENDS IN GLOBAL ENERGY IN THE CONTEXT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND DECARBONIZATION

The article presents data from authoritative international organizations on the noticeable change in the planet's climate compared to the pre-industrial period. It is emphasized that in recent years, climate change has become especially intense. One of the results of climate change is the increase in the frequency and destructive effects of hurricanes in various parts of the planet, droughts and crop losses in agriculture, floods, and rising sea levels, which leads to large economic losses. An important area of decarbonization of the global economy is the production of electricity using climate-neutral energy sources. The article provides a comprehensive comparative analysis of the efficiency of traditional large nuclear reactors and small modular reactors (SMRs). Significant technological, environmental and economic advantages of SMRs are noted. A comprehensive model for the development of global energy in the context of decarbonization is proposed, which includes innovative areas: SMRs, large nuclear power plants, wind, solar energy and the use of biofuels.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PUBLIC SPENDING IN BRAZIL'S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (2000 TO 2023)

Public expenditure can influence economic development by increasing public investment. This study seeks to analyze the importance of public investments in education, health, infrastructure and human capital in the process of economic development. The objective of the article is to address, from a theoretical perspective, the relevance of public spending in Brazilian economic development. The research showed that an efficient allocation of public spending in different strategic, innovative areas with potential disseminators can influence and influence the country's economic development.

Energy-Efficient and Smart Bicycle Lamps: A Comprehensive Review

In this review paper, information about bicycle lamp technical parameters is provided. The review is based on the searched Web of Science (WoS) and Scopus bibliographic databases and Transportation Research Information Services, which include references to books, technical reports, conference proceedings, and journal articles. This review showed that these papers about bicycle lighting legal rules in given countries are very easy to reach, but deep searching must be performed to find this research paper having the information about types of optical systems and light sources used in bicycle lamps. This research was conducted using PRISMA 2020 assumptions in the area of bicycle lighting technologies and innovations. The information about bicycle lamp technical parameters was obtained on the basis of the examination of technical documents and papers from high-impact journals. The author’s review shows that contemporary bicycle lamps are becoming increasingly smarter and more energy efficient, while also enhancing safety and comfort for cyclists on their routes in and beyond urban environments.

Review on Efficacy of Phytogenic Galacto Powder Supplement as Potential Galactogague

Milk production, in cattle as the name suggests is not just a monomer but a conglomeration of lactation issues faced by the industry like post-partum changes, endometritis, milk fever, acetonemia, oedema, galactic and may more. Synthetic substances named Galactogogues were used to combat this situation, but over a period of time and long applications lead to the reduction in the livability and disease tolerance of the animal, not to say a profound decrease in milk production. The herbal alternatives, the phytogenic Galacto herbs, involving the age old traditional Trigonella, Asparagus, Silybum etc when given as a synergestic blend acted as the Phytogenic Galactogoguesdue to their phytochemicals. The earlier studies on the individual Galacto herbs prove their efficacy, this review is about their blended work in various aspects of lactation and the expected results. This review finds a relevance to signify the importance of the synergestic blend of Galacto powder from the herbs presenting enhanced lactation, prevention and correction of lactational issues, an innovative area for more futuristic research too.

The Business Angel, Being Both Skilled and Decent

In this review, we explore the scientific landscape regarding Business Angels (BAs), a person who decides to offer their skills to improve the community where they live, distinguishing the different ways in which it is possible to contribute. This systematic review starts with a precise definition of what a BA is in terms of goals, strategies, and intervention area, which could be in social, environmental, technological, or educational areas, differentiating a BA from other kinds of stakeholders, revealing some precise influences due to different cultures or entrepreneurial ecosystems. We are talking about a person who is authoritative not only in terms of competence, knowledge, and skills but who is also noteworthy in terms of moral stature and accountability. We used three databases, SCOPUS, WOS, and EBSCO, using VosViewer to create cluster mapping to differentiate the various areas of research on this topic. We revealed three clusters, namely Business Angel, entrepreneurship, and venture capital, that clarify different facets of the construct. BA activities are very different from conventional strategies and protocols. BAs can operate in innovative areas, bring their own technologies to improve capabilities, handle projects related to sustainability and innovation, and even address social functions and social cohesion.

The Fuse Platform: Integrating data from IoT and other Sensors into an Industrial Spatial Digital Twin

Abstract. Digital Twins as virtual representations of industrial assets are being used to assimilate varied sources of data for improved awareness and decision making in operations and process optimisation. This paper explores the integration of IoT sensors into a spatial digital twin called Fuse that Woodside Energy has been building for the assets it operates. We describe the Fuse platform and its knowledge graph data core that is used to organise and inter-relate data for presentation within 3D visualisations, domain-specific contexts and immersive augmented reality presentations. The key contribution here is the use of a knowledge graph to link diverse data sources so as to contextualise sensor data for actionable insights. One area of significant innovation has been the development and use of new Internet of Things (IoT) devices which have been enabled by advances in sensor technology, connectivity, and cloud computing. These new tailored data sources are complimenting existing plant and resource planning data for improved asset monitoring, predictive maintenance and process automation.

Exploring the Integration of Industry 4.0 Technologies in Agriculture: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Review

While it is essential to increase agricultural production to meet the needs of a growing global population, this task is becoming increasingly difficult due to the environmental challenges faced in recent decades. A promising solution to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of agricultural production is the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies, such as IoT, UAVs, AI, and Blockchain. However, despite their potential, there is a lack of comprehensive bibliometric analyses that cover the full range of these technologies in agriculture. This gap limits understanding of their integration and impact. This study aims to provide a holistic bibliometric analysis of the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies in agriculture, identifying key research trends and gaps. We analyzed relevant literature using the Scopus database and VOSviewer software (version 1.6.20, Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Leiden University, The Netherlands)and identified five major thematic clusters within Agriculture 4.0. These clusters were examined to understand the included technologies and their roles in promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The study also identified unexplored technologies that present opportunities for future research. This paper offers a comprehensive overview of the current research landscape in Agriculture 4.0, highlighting areas for innovation and development, and serves as a valuable resource for enhancing sustainable agricultural practices through technological integration.

Using Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) in UAS development

In the dynamic world of aeronautical technology, the development of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) is an area of continuous expansion and innovation. Technological progress in this sector can be measured by the Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) Scale, which provides a standardized framework for assessing the technological maturity of a product or system. The TRL scale is widely used in industry and research to guide the systematic development of new technologies from concept and initial research to operational implementation and commercialization. This scale can also be successfully used in the research, development, and deployment of an uncrewed aircraft system.