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Flow Shop Scheduling with Limited Buffers by an Improved Discrete Pathfinder Algorithm with Multi-Neighborhood Local Search
by Yuming Dong, Shunzeng Wang and Xiaoming Liu
Processes 2025, 13(8), 2325; https://doi.org/10.3390/pr13082325 - 22 Jul 2025
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A green scheduling problem is proposed in this work, where both constraints on intermediate storage capacity and job transportation requirements are simultaneously considered. An improved discrete pathfinder algorithm (IDPFA) with multi-neighborhood local search is proposed to minimize the maximum completion time and total [...] Read more.
A green scheduling problem is proposed in this work, where both constraints on intermediate storage capacity and job transportation requirements are simultaneously considered. An improved discrete pathfinder algorithm (IDPFA) with multi-neighborhood local search is proposed to minimize the maximum completion time and total energy consumption. The algorithm addresses the green flow shop scheduling problem with limited buffers and automated guided vehicle (GFSSP_LBAGV). Firstly, based on the machine speed constraints, the transportation time for moving jobs by the automated guided vehicle (AGV) is incorporated to establish a mathematical model. Secondly, the core idea of the pathfinder algorithm (PFA) is applied to the evolutionary process of the discrete PFA, where three different crossover operations are used to replace the exploration process of the pathfinder, the influence of the pathfinder on the followers, and the mutual learning among the followers. Then, a multi-neighborhood local search is employed to conduct a detailed exploration of high-quality solution spaces. Finally, extensive standard test sets are used to verify the effectiveness of the proposed IDPFA in solving GFSSP_LBAGV. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Process Control and Monitoring)
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Motivation of University Students to Use LLMs to Assist with Online Consumption of Sustainable Products: An Analysis Based on a Hybrid SEM–ANN Approach
by Junjie Yu, Wenjun Yan, Jiaxuan Gong, Siqin Wang, Ken Nah and Wei Cheng
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(14), 8088; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15148088 - 21 Jul 2025
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This study investigates how university students adopt large language models (LLMs) for online consumption of sustainable products, integrating perceived value theory with the technology acceptance model (TAM). Cross-sectional survey data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) and artificial neural networks (ANNs). SEM [...] Read more.
This study investigates how university students adopt large language models (LLMs) for online consumption of sustainable products, integrating perceived value theory with the technology acceptance model (TAM). Cross-sectional survey data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) and artificial neural networks (ANNs). SEM results reveal partial mediation. Performance expectancy value (PEV) and information quality value (IQV) directly shape continue using intention (CUI). They also influence CUI indirectly through perceived ease of use (PEU) and perceived usefulness (PU). Green self-identity value (GSV) influences CUI both directly and via PEU, while trust transfer value (TTV) and green perceived value (GPV) affect CUI only via PEU. ANN findings confirm this hierarchy, as PU (86.7%) and PEU (85.7%) are the strongest predictors of CUI, followed by GSV (73.7%). Convergent evidence from both methods indicates that instrumental utility, effortless interaction, and sustainability identity congruence drive sustained LLM use in the context of online consumption of green products, whereas credibility cues and sustainability incentives play secondary roles. This study extends TAM by incorporating multidimensional value constructs and offers design recommendations for engaging and high-utility AI shopping platforms. Full article
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Factors Influencing Nighttime Tourists’ Satisfaction of Urban Lakes: A Case Study of the Daming Lake Scenic Area, China
by Huying Zhu and Mengru Li
Sustainability 2025, 17(14), 6596; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17146596 - 19 Jul 2025
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Tourist satisfaction of nighttime urban lakes as scenic areas, such as the Daming Lake, is influenced by multiple factors, which are crucial for tourists’ experiences and the sustainable development of these areas. This paper explores the factors impacting nighttime visitor satisfaction at the [...] Read more.
Tourist satisfaction of nighttime urban lakes as scenic areas, such as the Daming Lake, is influenced by multiple factors, which are crucial for tourists’ experiences and the sustainable development of these areas. This paper explores the factors impacting nighttime visitor satisfaction at the Daming Lake Scenic Area. Basing our studies on analysis of the literature and questionnaire surveys, the study constructs a visitor satisfaction evaluation index system based on the Expectancy-Disconfirmation Theory. Utilizing the revised importance-performance analysis method, the study identifies several significant influencing factors including the distinctive features of nighttime shopping products, the rich variety of nighttime tourscape and entertainment products, the aesthetically pleasing design of nighttime lighting products, the affordable price of nighttime dining products, and the diverse methods, reasonable pricing, and multimodal transit options of nighttime transportation. Furthermore, it finds the main factors that reduce tourists’ satisfaction in nighttime urban lakes include: premium pricing of nighttime shopping and dining products, transport infrastructure deficiencies, the cultural connotation of tourism products, and the safety of nighttime tourscape and entertainment products. This research provides insights to enhance satisfaction in urban lake scenic areas and expands the application of the tourist satisfaction theory. Full article
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Quantifying the Impact of Sports Stadiums on Urban Morphology: The Case of Jiangwan Stadium, Shanghai
by Hanyue Lu and Zong Xuan
Buildings 2025, 15(14), 2510; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15142510 - 17 Jul 2025
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Sports stadiums significantly influence urban morphology; however, empirical quantification of these effects remains limited. This study quantitatively examines the spatiotemporal relationship between sports architecture and urban functional evolution using Jiangwan Stadium in Shanghai—China’s first Western-style sports facility—as a case study. Employing Point of [...] Read more.
Sports stadiums significantly influence urban morphology; however, empirical quantification of these effects remains limited. This study quantitatively examines the spatiotemporal relationship between sports architecture and urban functional evolution using Jiangwan Stadium in Shanghai—China’s first Western-style sports facility—as a case study. Employing Point of Interest (POI) data, ArcGIS spatial analyses, chi-square tests, and linear regression-based predictive modeling, we illustrate how the stadium has catalyzed urban regeneration and functional diversification over nearly a century. Our findings demonstrate a transition from sparse distributions to concentrated commercial and service clusters within a 1000 m radius around the stadium, notably in food and beverage, shopping, finance, insurance, and transportation sectors, significantly boosting local economic vitality. The area achieved peak functional diversity in 2016, showcasing a balanced integration of residential, commercial, and service activities. This research provides actionable insights for urban planners and policymakers on leveraging sports facilities to foster sustainable urban regeneration. Full article
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A High-Precision UWB-Based Indoor Positioning System Using Time-of-Arrival and Intersection Midpoint Algorithm
by Wen-Piao Lin and Yi-Shun Lu
Algorithms 2025, 18(7), 438; https://doi.org/10.3390/a18070438 - 17 Jul 2025
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This study develops a high-accuracy indoor positioning system using ultra-wideband (UWB) technology and the time-of-arrival (TOA) method. The system is built using Arduino Nano microcontrollers and DW1000 UWB chips to measure distances between anchor nodes and a mobile tag. Three positioning algorithms are [...] Read more.
This study develops a high-accuracy indoor positioning system using ultra-wideband (UWB) technology and the time-of-arrival (TOA) method. The system is built using Arduino Nano microcontrollers and DW1000 UWB chips to measure distances between anchor nodes and a mobile tag. Three positioning algorithms are tested: the triangle centroid algorithm (TCA), inner triangle centroid algorithm (ITCA), and the proposed intersection midpoint algorithm (IMA). Experiments conducted in a 732 × 488 × 220 cm indoor environment show that TCA performs well near the center but suffers from reduced accuracy at the edges. In contrast, IMA maintains stable and accurate positioning across all test points, achieving an average error of 12.87 cm. The system offers low power consumption, fast computation, and high positioning accuracy, making it suitable for real-time indoor applications such as hospital patient tracking and shopping malls where GPS is unavailable or unreliable. Full article
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Peer Effects and Rural Households’ Online Shopping Behavior: Evidence from China
by Jiaxi Zhou, Guoxiong Zhao and Liuyang Yao
Agriculture 2025, 15(14), 1527; https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture15141527 - 15 Jul 2025
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Amid the rapid expansion of the digital economy, online shopping has become increasingly common among rural households in China, yet the social interaction mechanisms driving such behavior remain insufficiently explored. This study examines the impact of peer effects on farmers’ online shopping behavior [...] Read more.
Amid the rapid expansion of the digital economy, online shopping has become increasingly common among rural households in China, yet the social interaction mechanisms driving such behavior remain insufficiently explored. This study examines the impact of peer effects on farmers’ online shopping behavior using data from the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS) covering the years 2014 to 2022. A Logit model is applied to estimate peer influence, and interaction terms are introduced to assess the moderating roles of land assets and social expenditures. The results reveal that peer behavior significantly increases the likelihood of rural households participating in online shopping, with the effect being particularly strong among low-income, less-educated households and those in western regions. Additionally, both land-rich households and those with higher social expenditures demonstrate greater responsiveness to peer influence. These findings highlight the importance of local social interaction in shaping rural online shopping behavior and provide theoretical and practical implications for digital inclusion and rural e-commerce strategies. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Agricultural Economics, Policies and Rural Management)
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Changing Perceptions of Urban Retail Regulation: Sundays in the German City of Cologne
by Jens K. Perret and Martin Fontanari
Urban Sci. 2025, 9(7), 271; https://doi.org/10.3390/urbansci9070271 - 14 Jul 2025
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Compared to multiple other European countries, Germany still lists among those countries restricting the operation of most retail activities on Sundays as well as public holidays. For a long time, the German populace backed this decision. The COVID-19 crisis had distinct effects on [...] Read more.
Compared to multiple other European countries, Germany still lists among those countries restricting the operation of most retail activities on Sundays as well as public holidays. For a long time, the German populace backed this decision. The COVID-19 crisis had distinct effects on retail behavior, expectations, and perceptions among broad strata of German society. To quantify these changes, this study implements the results of two surveys from 2018 and 2025. Both samples were drawn from among the population of the fourth-largest German city of Cologne and visitors to the city. The results of t-tests and multiple multivariate regression analyses indicate that visitors still attend retail Sundays for hedonistic motives, i.e., related events, but in 2025 utilitarian motives have become more essential. While the amount of money spent during retail Sundays increased, this development is primarily driven by visitors not native to Cologne. However, city events continue to draw visitors and should be continued by city management. The financial potential for retailers by abolishing the German Shop Closing Act consequently remains limited, and its abolishment would only increase the ease of shoppers. Thus, legal changes to the act will have only limited potential for urban economic development. Full article
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The Effects of Interventions Using Support Tools to Reduce Household Food Waste: A Study Using a Cloud-Based Automatic Weighing System
by Yasuko Seta, Hajime Yamakawa, Tomoko Okayama, Kohei Watanabe and Maki Nonomura
Sustainability 2025, 17(14), 6392; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17146392 - 12 Jul 2025
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Food waste is a global sustainability issue, and in Japan, approximately half of all food waste is generated in households. This study focused on refrigerator management behaviors aimed at using up the food inventory in the home. An intervention study involving 119 households [...] Read more.
Food waste is a global sustainability issue, and in Japan, approximately half of all food waste is generated in households. This study focused on refrigerator management behaviors aimed at using up the food inventory in the home. An intervention study involving 119 households with two or more members across Japan, with a two-week baseline period and a two-week intervention, was conducted. Target behaviors were set as “search food that should be eaten quickly,” “move it to a visible place,” and “use the foods that should be eaten quickly,” and tools to support these behaviors were selected, including an organizer for the refrigerator, photos, and food management apps. Each tool was assigned to approximately 30 households, and a control group was established. Food waste was measured using a cloud-based automatic weighing system, and all participants were asked to separate avoidable food waste at home and dispose of it in the designated waste bin. During the intervention period, the average weekly food waste per household decreased by 29% to 51% in the intervention group, while there was little change in the control group. An analysis using a two-way mixed ANOVA revealed a marginally significant interaction (p < 0.10), indicating moderate effectiveness. Among the behaviors contributing to reduced food waste, three actions—“having trouble not being able to recall food inventory at home during shopping,” “moving foods that should be used sooner,” and “organizing refrigerator”—showed significant interaction effects (p < 0.05) in a two-way mixed ANOVA, indicating the effectiveness of the intervention. Full article
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A Typology of Consumers Based on Their Phygital Behaviors
by Grzegorz Maciejewski and Łukasz Wróblewski
Sustainability 2025, 17(14), 6363; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17146363 - 11 Jul 2025
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The article aims to identify consumer types based on their attitudes and behaviors toward phygital tools and solutions. The analysis was based on the authors’ empirical research. The research was conducted on a sample of 2160 Polish consumers. The study employed an online [...] Read more.
The article aims to identify consumer types based on their attitudes and behaviors toward phygital tools and solutions. The analysis was based on the authors’ empirical research. The research was conducted on a sample of 2160 Polish consumers. The study employed an online survey technique. To determine the types of consumers, a 20-item scale was used, allowing the respondents to express their attitudes toward solutions and tools that improve shopping in the phygital space. The extraction of types was carried out in two steps. The first was cluster analysis, conducted using the hierarchical Ward method with the square of the Euclidean distance, and the second was non-hierarchical cluster analysis using the k-means method. As a result of the analyses, three relatively homogeneous types of consumers were distinguished: phygital integrators, digital frequenters, and physical reality anchors. The behaviours of consumers from each type were examined in the context of their impact on sustainable consumption and the sustainable development of the planet. The proposed typology contributes to developing consumer behavior theory in sustainable consumption environments. It provides practical implications for designing customer experiences that are more inclusive, resource-efficient, and aligned with responsible consumption patterns. Understanding how different consumer groups engage with phygital tools allows businesses and policymakers to tailor strategies that support equitable access to digital services and foster more sustainable, adaptive consumption journeys in an increasingly digitized marketplace. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Sustainable Marketing and Consumption in the Digital Age)
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Objective Functions for Minimizing Rescheduling Changes in Production Control
by Gyula Kulcsár, Mónika Kulcsárné Forrai and Ákos Cservenák
Automation 2025, 6(3), 30; https://doi.org/10.3390/automation6030030 - 11 Jul 2025
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This paper presents an advanced rescheduling approach that jointly applies two sets of objective functions within a novel multi-objective search algorithm and a production simulation of the manufacturing system. The role of the first set of objective functions is to optimize the performance [...] Read more.
This paper presents an advanced rescheduling approach that jointly applies two sets of objective functions within a novel multi-objective search algorithm and a production simulation of the manufacturing system. The role of the first set of objective functions is to optimize the performance of production systems, while the second newly proposed set of objective functions aims to minimize the intervention changes from the original schedule, thereby supporting schedule stability and smooth manufacturing processes. The combined use of these two objective sets is ensured by a flexible candidate-qualification method, which allows for priorities to be assigned to each objective function, offering precise control over the rescheduling process. The applicability of this approach is presented through an example of an extended flexible flow shop manufacturing system. A new test problem containing 16 objective functions has been developed. The effectiveness of the proposed new objective functions and rescheduling method is validated by a simulation model. The obtained numerical results are also presented in this paper. The aim of this study is not to compare different search algorithms but rather to demonstrate the beneficial impact of change-minimizing objective functions within a given search framework. Full article
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The Profile of Wine Tourists and the Factors Affecting Their Wine-Related Attitudes: The Case of Türkiye
by Aydan Bekar and Nisan Benzergil
Tour. Hosp. 2025, 6(3), 132; https://doi.org/10.3390/tourhosp6030132 - 10 Jul 2025
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The purpose of this study is to reveal the characteristics of wine tourists by determining their demographic and psychographic profiles, the effects of their travel motivations and lifestyles on their attitudes towards wine tourism, and the relationships between their demographic characteristics and attitudes. [...] Read more.
The purpose of this study is to reveal the characteristics of wine tourists by determining their demographic and psychographic profiles, the effects of their travel motivations and lifestyles on their attitudes towards wine tourism, and the relationships between their demographic characteristics and attitudes. Based on a quantitative approach, study data were collected using a questionnaire. The sample consists of tourists who had visited a winery or participated in the vintage in a wine destination. Wine tourists’ principal motivations were pull factors and wine-related motivations. Their attitudes towards wine consumption had higher mean values than attitudes towards info-seeking, meaning that wine tourists preferred to taste wine and shop from wineries more than learn about wine. Regarding lifestyles, they were mostly innovators and experiencers. For destinations like Türkiye, wine tourism is a significant economic and sociocultural development tool. It is the first study to identify the wine tourists’ profile based on VALS-2, thereby providing a different perspective for the literature. Full article
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A Case-Study-Based Comparative Analysis of Using Prefabricated Structures in Industrial Buildings
by Abdelhadi Salih, Cynthia Changxin Wang, Rui Tian and Mohammad Mojtahedi
Buildings 2025, 15(14), 2416; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings15142416 - 10 Jul 2025
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Construction costs have increased significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic due to supply chain disruption, labour shortages, and construction material price hikes. The market is increasingly demanding innovative construction methods that can save construction costs, reduce construction time, and minimise waste and carbon emission. [...] Read more.
Construction costs have increased significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic due to supply chain disruption, labour shortages, and construction material price hikes. The market is increasingly demanding innovative construction methods that can save construction costs, reduce construction time, and minimise waste and carbon emission. The prefabrication system has been used for years in industrial construction, resulting in better performance in regard to structure stability, the control of wastage, and the optimisation of construction time and cost. In addition, prefabrication has had a positive contribution on resource utilisation in the construction industry. There are various types of prefabricated wall systems. However, the majority of comparative studies have focused on comparing each prefabrication wall system against the conventional construction system, while limited research has been conducted to compare different prefabrication structures. This study examined four prominent prefabricated wall systems, i.e., precast walls, tilt-up walls, prefabricated steel-frame walls, and on-site-cut steel-frame walls, to determine which one is more suitable for the construction of industrial buildings to minimise cost, time delay, and labourer utilisation on construction sites, as well as to enhance structure durability, construction efficiency, and sustainability. One primary case project and five additional projects were included in this study. For the primary case project, data were collected and analysed; for example, a subcontractor cost comparison for supply and installation was conducted, and shop drawings, construction procedures, timelines, and site photos were collected. For the additional five projects, the overall cost data were compared. The main research finding of this study is that factory-made precast walls and tilt-up wall panels require similar construction time. However, on average, tilt-up prefabrication construction can reduce the cost by around 23.55%. It was also found that prefabricated frame walls provide cost and time savings of around 39% and 10.5%, respectively. These findings can provide architects, developers, builders, suppliers, regulators, and other stakeholders with a comprehensive insight into selecting a method of wall construction that can achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, and environmental sustainability in the construction of industrial and commercial buildings. Full article
(This article belongs to the Collection Buildings for the 21st Century)
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Proceeding Paper
Listeria monocytogenes Isolated from Fresh Pork Meat Commercialised in La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina
by Raúl E. Iza, Hernán D. Nievas, Camila Aurnague, Victorio F. Nievas, Santiago Urtizberea, Silvana M. Arce, Francisco Bucchianeri Faccin, Fabiana A. Moredo and Magdalena Costa
Biol. Life Sci. Forum 2025, 46(1), 2; https://doi.org/10.3390/blsf2025046002 - 9 Jul 2025
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Listeria monocytogenes is one of the most significant foodborne pathogens capable of causing bacteremia. In the present study, a total of 138 pork meat samples were collected from 46 randomly selected butcher shops selling raw and ready-to-eat products in La Plata, Buenos Aires, [...] Read more.
Listeria monocytogenes is one of the most significant foodborne pathogens capable of causing bacteremia. In the present study, a total of 138 pork meat samples were collected from 46 randomly selected butcher shops selling raw and ready-to-eat products in La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Samples were processed according to internationally recognised standards, resulting in a positivity rate of 32.6%. This constitutes the first report of L. monocytogenes in fresh pork meat in the region and provides a strong foundation for control strategies of this microorganism in fresh pork meat retailers in Argentina. Full article
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Is Involvement in Food Tasks Associated with Psychosocial Health in Adolescents? The EHDLA Study
by Mónica E. Castillo-Miñaca, María José Mendoza-Gordillo, Marysol Ruilova, Rodrigo Yáñez-Sepúlveda, Héctor Gutiérrez-Espinoza, Jorge Olivares-Arancibia, Susana Andrade, Angélica Ochoa-Avilés, Pedro Juan Tárraga-López and José Francisco López-Gil
Nutrients 2025, 17(14), 2273; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17142273 - 9 Jul 2025
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Background: While some evidence supports the benefits of food-related tasks, research examining their association with psychosocial health in adolescents remains scarce. The aim of this study was to examine the association between Spanish adolescents’ involvement in food-related household tasks and their psychosocial [...] Read more.
Background: While some evidence supports the benefits of food-related tasks, research examining their association with psychosocial health in adolescents remains scarce. The aim of this study was to examine the association between Spanish adolescents’ involvement in food-related household tasks and their psychosocial health. Methods: This cross-sectional study used secondary data from the original Eating Healthy and Daily Life Activities (EHDLA) study. The final sample comprised 273 boys (43.0%) and 361 girls (57.0%). Adolescents self-reported their weekly frequency of involvement in two food-related tasks: meal preparation and grocery shopping, with responses ranging from ‘never’ to ‘seven times’. Psychosocial health was assessed using the 25-item self-report version of the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ), comprising five subscales: emotional problems, conduct problems, hyperactivity, peer problems, and prosocial behavior. A total difficulties score was calculated by summing the first four subscales. Generalized linear models were used to evaluate associations between the frequency of food task involvement (categorized into five levels) and SDQ outcomes. All models were adjusted for age, sex, socioeconomic status, body mass index, sleep duration, physical activity, sedentary behavior, and energy intake. Results: Concerning to the frequency of helping to prepare food for dinner, an inverse association was observed between food preparation involvement and several psychosocial problems. Adolescents who helped seven times per week reported significantly lower scores in conduct problems (B = −2.00; 95% CI −3.30 to −0.69; p = 0.003), peer problems (B = −2.83; 95% CI −4.29 to −1.38; p < 0.001), internalizing problems (B = −3.90; 95% CI −7.03 to −0.77; p = 0.015), and total psychosocial difficulties (B = −5.74; 95% CI −10.68 to −0.80; p = 0.023), compared to those who never helped. Conversely, those who helped seven times per week had higher prosocial behavior than their counterparts who never helped (B = 1.69; 95% CI: 0.14 to 3.24; p = 0.033). Regarding the frequency of helping to shop for food, similar patterns were found, with lower conduct problems (B = −2.11; 95% CI −3.42 to −0.81; p = 0.002), peer problems (B = −2.88; 95% CI −4.34 to −1.42; p < 0.001), internalizing problems (B = −4.16; 95% CI −7.28 to −1.04; p = 0.009), and total psychosocial difficulties (B = −6.31; 95% CI −11.24 to −1.39; p = 0.012) associated with more frequent involvement, especially among those who helped five or more times per week. Conversely, adolescents who helped seven times per week had higher prosocial behavior than their peers who never helped (B = 1.56; 95% CI: 0.01 to 3.11; p = 0.049). Conclusions: Although adolescent psychosocial health is influenced by multiple factors, our findings suggest that regular involvement in food-related household tasks may serve as a protective factor against conduct problems, peer problems, internalizing problems, and total difficulties, while also enhancing prosocial behavior. However, given the cross-sectional design, conclusions regarding causality should be made cautiously, and further longitudinal research is needed to confirm these associations and assess their long-term impact. These results highlight the relevance of daily structured routines, such as meal preparation and grocery shopping, as potential support for mental well-being during adolescence. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Clinical Nutrition)
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The Impact of Web-Based Augmented Reality on Continuance Intention: A Serial Mediation Roles of Cognitive and Affective Responses
by Mary Y. William and Mohamed M. Fouad
J. Theor. Appl. Electron. Commer. Res. 2025, 20(3), 175; https://doi.org/10.3390/jtaer20030175 - 8 Jul 2025
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The aim of this study is to investigate how consumers’ cognitive and affective responses to web-based augmented reality affect their intention to continue to use augmented reality. The novelty of this study is the integration of the Stimulus–Organism–Response model with Technology Continuance Theory, [...] Read more.
The aim of this study is to investigate how consumers’ cognitive and affective responses to web-based augmented reality affect their intention to continue to use augmented reality. The novelty of this study is the integration of the Stimulus–Organism–Response model with Technology Continuance Theory, allowing for an investigation of the relationships among the following critical variables: augmented reality (AR), utilitarian value, perceived risk, user satisfaction, attitude toward AR, and continuance intention. The study sample consisted of 452 participants. Data were analyzed using the Partial Least Squares–Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) approach. The results indicate significant direct relationships between all variables. Furthermore, this study demonstrated an indirect relationship between AR and continuance intention, mediated sequentially by cognitive responses, namely, utilitarian value and perceived risk, and affective responses, including user satisfaction and attitude toward AR. Consequently, it was revealed that all indirect relationships were significant, except for the pathways from AR to continuance intention involving perceived risk. This study presents key insights for online retailers, demonstrating how the integration of AR technology into conventional online shopping platforms can optimize user experiences by enhancing the cognitive and affective responses of customers. This, in turn, strengthens their intention to continue using AR technology, fostering sustained engagement and the long-term adoption of AR technology. Full article
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