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The aim of this study is not to define mass art or its relationship to high art in the context of contemporary art, but rather to reflect on the mechanisms that operate the relationships between the masses and art today. How can contemporary art be made as accessible as possible to the masses, and how can a larger “audience” be involved in the world of art? The study primarily focuses on the efforts of art institutions, specifically museums, galleries, and art events, to engage the general public with 126 European art, which has existed in the modern sense for more or less 200 years, and the aftermath of these efforts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Socioeconomic aspects mainly drive fish consumption preferences among consumers. A study was carried out to assess the fish preference, quantity of fish consumed, frequency and socioeconomic characteristics of consumers in Mpwapwa District in 2023. Factors affecting fish consumption by the residents of Mpwapwa District were also explored. A sample size of 150 individuals from various villages of Mpwapwa District was randomly selected to ensure representation across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. An openended structured questionnaire was employed in data collection. Results indicated that 44.00% of the respondents favoured eating tilapia, 37.33% preferred catfish and 18.67% ate other fishes. Most respondents ate fish once per week (41.00%), while few ate fish more than once per week (23.00%). A significant (p<0.05) positive correlation between fish consumption frequency and income and education level was observed. Fish consumption among age groups, marital status, gender, education level and season were observed to vary significantly (p<0.05). The amount and frequency of fish consumption in Mpwapwa District is below that of Tanzania and the worldwide average, particularly for lower socioeconomic groups. Fish consumption in Mpwapwa can be increased by providing education and training to the community on the importance of fish consumption and improved sanitation in the fish marketplace. Concurrently, fish availability and consumption should be dispersed throughout the year instead of being consumed seasonally. This study provides useful information for increasing fish consumption in Mpwapwa District. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article assesses the awareness level of youth towards the aspects related to sustainable apparel production and consumption in North India. The study examines the difference in awareness among male and female university students and identified factors that affect youth awareness and behaviour, including personal, family and economic variables.

Whether the 'democratization' of consumption during the early modern period was specifically a characteristic of the European economic shift or observable in other parts of the world remains a central question in understanding the early roots of consumerism, as well as explaining pre‐industrial growth and divergence. However, the scarcity of quantitative evidence from the non‐Western world limits our ability to make comparisons and grasp the nature of changes that occurred in the material environment. Based on a sample of 380 probate inventories from the Ottoman town of Üsküdar, this paper examines the change in possession of domestic goods from 1700 to 1850. It reveals that, from the 1760s onwards, ordinary Ottomans in the town, who were neither wealthier nor better positioned in the social hierarchy compared with their ancestors in 1700, owned a greater quantity and variety of domestic goods. As a result, they enjoyed richer and more elaborate domestic interiors. The findings strongly suggest that democratization of consumer goods, a hallmark of the early modern consumer revolutions in Europe, was experienced in the Ottoman town of Üsküdar during the second half of the eighteenth century. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Citizen participation has a crucial role in delivering the transformations needed to tackle the climate crisis. To capture citizens' perspectives on the issue, we use a deliberative mini-public on consumption and mobility in Spain. Following a mixed-method research design, we combine the results from a deliberative survey with a thematic analysis, being one of the few case studies transcribing deliberations and systematically identifying the themes emerging from them. Our results show how deliberation increased citizens' understanding of the complexities of the climate crisis, as well as their willingness to commit to certain behavioural changes and accept certain policies, although it had no effects on policies recognised as unjust. The thematic analysis unveiled participants' perceived barriers and solutions to climate action and the most common emotions linked to them. Our findings indicate that citizens feel more empowered to act on consumption, as mobility is often seen outside their remit. Moreover, citizens' feelings of frustration with the current socio-economic system and hope for future changes deserve further scrutiny to evaluate the acceptability of alternative futures. The deliberative process created a space of dialogue among citizens and showed the potential of deliberation to contribute to democratising climate governance and action. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In recent years, scholars have incorporated peer effects into the research framework of consumption, providing a new perspective for studying residents' consumer behavior. However, the common themes of thethese two terms are relatively under-researched, and a more detailed synthesis is needed. This study presents a visual bibliometric analysis of the knowledge structure and evolution of the peer effect in the field of consumption using CiteSpace (v.6.3. R1). The results show that the peer effect in the consumer domain has received increasing attention from the academic community and has broad research prospects. This study also provides a theoretical summary based on analysis of the literature. The mechanism of generating consumer behavioral peer effects, identification methods, and reference group categories are comprehensively discussed. Finally, this study proposes future research priorities based on the shortcomings of current research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Copyright of Architecture & Life Journal / Kocaeli Üniversitesi Mimarlık ve Yaşam Dergisi is the property of Architecture & Life Journal / Kocaeli Universitesi Mimarllik ve Yasam Dergisi and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Consumption practices represent a central mode of social integration. Yet, due to the lack of material resources poor households cannot meet the expectations of dominant consumer culture, thus facing limited choices and feelings of shame. Based on a qualitative long-term study of the welfare production of 40 poor Swiss households, this article sheds light on consumption patterns and experiences in different distribution systems, namely the primary market, the charity system, and redistribution systems for used goods. It shows that feelings of shame and processes of exclusion differ between distribution systems according to institutional features conducive to the (in)visibility of poverty. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article explores South Asian diasporic fashion retail spaces and sartorial practices in Glasgow. Drawing on ten months of ethnographic research, it investigates how fashion and clothing contribute to identity construction, community building, and cultural blending among British South Asians. Utilising patchwork ethnography and city walking, the article presents the lived experiences of shopkeepers and consumers, demonstrating the interplay of gender, migration, spaces, and religion in sartorial practices. The findings reveal that fashion and sartorial practices are not merely about personal expression but also about negotiating hybrid and multiple identities and fostering community solidarity amidst the challenges of migration and cultural preservation. The article also contributes to the broader discourse on transnational fashion, advocating for a decolonial perspective that addresses ethical, moral, and environmental sustainability within diverse fashion systems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Drawing on theories of consumption (Barthes 1972; Veblen 1898; Warde 2016) and taste (Bourdieu 2004), this paper analyzes the changing patterns of public consumption of food and beverages in the city of Calcutta (Kolkata) in the twentieth century. Food practices are guided by cultural traditions, geography, and social position, but are also acquired in the cosmopolitan milieu of a metropolitan city. Spaces of public consumption in the city often signify some other social practices and depending on the type of food and association concerned, specific spaces of consumption reflect the scalar taste of consumers across the social strata. While switching between different similar options, the middle class’s association with spaces of consumption shifts with the improvement of the economic condition of the consumer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: As one of the world's biodiversity hotspots, Indonesia contains over 25,000 plant species, including unconventional food plants (UFPs). These plants are integral to the dietary practices of rural communities, providing essential nutrients often overlooked in modern diets. However, the use of UFP is declining, with both their dietary and cultural values being undermined. In rural West Java, this decline in UFP biodiversity coincides with public health challenges related to malnutrition. This study aims to document the diversity of UFPs used by local communities in rural West Java, assess their nutritional value, and explore their consumption practices. Methods: Data were collected using mixed methods, including interviews with 20 key informants and food frequency questionnaire administered to 107 women in three villages in the area. The nutritional compositions of documented UFPs were obtained from literature and analysis. Bivariate correlation was used to analyze the relationships between UFP consumption frequency and potential correlates. Results: The study documented 52 species of UFPs from 29 families, many of which are rich in nutritional value. About half of respondents (56%) consumed UFPs moderately (2–3 times a week). UFP consumption frequency had a strong correlation (r = 0.70) with associated knowledge (r = 0.70, p < 0.01) and a weak correlation with age (r = 0.240, p = 0.015), livestock possession (r = 0.260, p = 0.008), and family size (r = − 0.220, p = 0.02). Motivations for UFP consumption included availability as free food (33%), medicinal value (26%), nostalgic value (23%), and preferred taste (18%). Most respondents (92%) agreed that consumption has declined compared to the past, with perceived reduced availability and lack of knowledge cited as the primary reasons for the declining trend. Conclusions: UFP use is common in the study area, where local communities value these plants for their critical roles in diet, medicine, and culture. Given their significant potential to meet dietary needs, educating and raising awareness about UFPs can enhance their consumption and contribute to food and nutrition security. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Digital technology has revolutionized consumer behavior, influencing consumption through various economic channels. This abstract condenses the impact of digital technology on consumption, highlighting its effects on income, prices, credit, network information effects, and product innovation. Digital advancements have boosted income by enhancing productivity and fostering new job creation, thereby increasing consumer purchasing power. Additionally, digital platforms have driven price competitiveness, making products more affordable and accessible. The fintech industry, fueled by digital technology, has democratized credit, enabling broader consumer participation in the market. Moreover, digital networks facilitate information sharing, shaping consumer preferences and choices through collective intelligence. Lastly, continuous product innovation spurred by digital technology satisfies existing demands and creates new ones, propelling consumption forward. In essence, digital technology acts as a catalyst for consumption, reshaping economic landscapes and market interactions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper aims to examine the subject of this research - the effect of online shopping applications on the overconsumption of young people with corresponding buying behaviours, psychological and social factors, the effect of such advertising as targeted advertising and individual recommendations. In this respect, the study adopts a descriptive research approach to gather data from 261 respondents aged 18-30 using a convenient online survey conducted in the region of Kerala. In this case, stratified random sampling ensured that all the participants are sampled in each age category and geographical region. Thus, ANOVA and Friedman tests were used to analyse the variables. From the results, it can be ascertained that the youth are influenced a lot by apps involved in online shopping and perceptions of convenience, trust and satisfaction across educational background are metamorphosed. Related to this, psychological and social factors such as peer pressure concern, stress, and social media advertisements also help in controlling consumption whereas consumers having different employment statuses also show some variation in that regard. Among the analysed variables, consumption related to targeted advertising and suggestion of concrete products have been identified as playing a major role in influencing overall consumption; Further, consumers' satisfaction with the ads has been described as most decisive. Some of these features include the fact that the study involves a particular region/area and particular group while others may disagree. Also, data collected using self-reporting may also have biases. Nevertheless, it offers insights to marketers and app developer to market specific strategies according to the needs and wants of young consumers focusing on the educational and employment setting influencing their online shopping. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The development of baby spinach as a vehicle to transfer Lactobacillus plantarum 299v (LP299v) and Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) is quite promising and may address the research regarding the absence of suitable whole vegetable carriers in the current probiotic food industry. The objective of this study was to observe the effects of food storage and preparation on Lp299v and LGG viability in baby spinach before consumption. The strains were sequentially introduced into baby spinach by dipping leaves in probiotic suspension to achieve an attachment of approximately 8 log 10 CFU/g spinach. Then, probiotic viability was tested using serial dilutions. Furthermore, data processing and ANOVA during 7-day storage, with or without salad dressing, were performed using Tukey's test. In the 7-day storage trials, LP299v and LGG viability on baby spinach declined after 7 days with significant differences by 0.19 and 0.39 log10 CFU/g, respectively. In salad dressing trials, LP299v (p value = 0.79 > 0.05) and LGG (p value = 0.58 > 0.05) survivability on baby spinach after the addition of salad dressing fluctuated approximately 8.27 and 8.40 log10 CFU/g with no statistically significant difference, respectively. LP299V and LGG viability on baby spinach in both trials was greater than 8 log10 CFU/g and close to FDA requirements, showing that food storage and preparation do not affect their viability and can be used commercially. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Environmental pollution has been on the increase due to emission from vehicles using fossil fuels. This research investigated the exposure of air, soil and water bodies to trace metal emissions: Pb, Zn and Fe, as a result of the consumption of premium motor spirit (PMS) in Nigeria. The exposure of air, soil, and water bodies to these emissions also lead to exposure of humans, food and animals to the emissions. This was done to estimate the emission rates, emission rate per capita, and emission rates per land areas (or land distribution). The results showed that: the annual emission rates ranged between 4.66 kg/y for Pb in 2012 in Jigawa State and 5.050∙10³ kg/y for Fe in 2015 in Lagos State; the emission rates per capita ranged between 0.52∙10−6 kg/(y∙person) for Pb in 2012 in Kwara State and 2.33∙10−3 kg/(y∙person) and this was recorded in Lagos State in the year 2015; while the rate per land area ranged between 0.093∙10−3 kg/(y∙km²) for Pb in 2012 in Taraba State and 1.38 kg/(y∙km²) for Fe in 2015 in Lagos State. Results showed that residents of Lagos are at the highest risk of trace metal poisoning because they had the highest emission rates per capita, followed by Abuja, Osun, and Ogun. The states at the lowest risk are Yobe and Taraba, with Yobe as the lowest. It is recommended that regulations concerning the trace metal contents of fuels imported and distributed in Nigeria should be created and implemented to curb these risks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article is devoted to a topical subject of distributed generation of electrical energy. The cage and skip mine hoists of the iron ore mining enterprise were considered as generators of electrical energy. The purpose of the study is to compare theoretical and experimental data on electricity generation by mine hoisting units of the Sukha Balka PJSK (Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine). The research methods are theoretical ones - on the transformation of the potential energy of a solid body into electrical energy during its movement through a mine shaft, and experimental ones - involving instrumental measurements of the consumption and generation of electrical energy by cage and skip hoists units during industrial operation. Research schedule: collection and processing of information on the operation of the cage and skip hoists of the mine named after Frunze and similar indicators of the cage and skip hoists units of the Yuvileyna mine for the period from September 1 to December 31, 2021. The novelty of the research lies in the instrumental measurement of the electrical parameters of mine hoists in real Ukrainian operating conditions. The most significant results: it was found that the volumes of electricity generation by mine cage hoists significantly exceed the results of skip hoists. The actual indicators of electricity generation by cage hoists units are much lower than the results of theoretical estimates. There is an imbalance between the generation and consumption of energy resources - 9% for the cage elevation of the mine Frunze; about 2% for the cage hoist of the Yuvileyna mine; less than 1% on skip units. It was found that there is a statistically significant correlative relationship between the generation and consumption of electricity by the cage hoist of the mine named after Frunze and no statistically significant relationship between the generation and consumption of electricity by the cage hoist unit of the Yuvileyna mine. The electricity obtained from the daily operation of two cage and two skip units of the Sukha Balka PJSC (approximately 400 kWh) is enough to power 58 average Ukrainian households. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world, with unique organoleptic characteristics of aroma and flavor, also varying according to the several extraction methods. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate whether the different Arabic coffee genotypes prepared by various extraction methods would influence amateur consumers' perception of sensory and hedonic judgments of specialty coffee. A large-sample experiment (n = 270) was conducted in a coffee shop at the Universidade Federal de Lavras and participants were divided into three groups according to the evaluated genotypes (Bourbon Amarelo, Pacamara and Híbrido de Timor), who tasted four samples, varying to the extraction methods ('Conventional Brewed', Hario V60, French Press and Espresso). From the results obtained, it is possible to conclude that there is a change in the sensory perception of aromas and flavors of coffees in all genotypes studied in the four extraction methods, as well as in the acceptance and purchase intention by consumers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article "Understanding ASEAN Agricultural Production, Consumption, and Trade Potential" provides an in-depth analysis of agricultural production, consumption, and trade potential in ASEAN countries. It highlights the significant contributions of ASEAN countries to global production and consumption of various agricultural products, such as rice, oil, cotton, chicken meat, and oilseeds. The article emphasizes the importance of expanding access to foreign markets, particularly in the ASEAN region, to support farm income and rural communities. It also discusses the potential for increased agricultural trade between the United States and ASEAN countries based on production and consumption trends. [Extracted from the article]

Objective: To understand the emergence of Problematic Substance Use (PSU) among young students in a university context because of significant interaction between the socio-educational, health, and regulatory systems of the institution under study. Materials and method: A qualitative case study conducted at a private university, utilizing Bronfenbrenner's bioecological theory (2011) with ecological intervention (Koller et al., 2016). Participants included students, teachers, and administrative staff. Four interviews and six focus groups were conducted. Theoretical sampling was carried out until category saturation. Coding and categorization were done using Atlas-Ti, employing constant comparative method in data collection, open, axial, and selective coding, and systematic analysis (Strauss and Corbin, 2002). Results: PSU in this context occurs through a trilogy of proximal processes of interinfluence: 1. Influence for the intake of multiple substances, 2. Focused on problematic use, and 3. Transgression of institutional norms, acting as triggers for the experience within and outside the university. These processes, in communication dynamics, shape social systems of bioregulation: socio-educational (indirect selfregulation), health-related (palliative care route), and regulatory (punitive student regulations), attempting to regulate PSU. Regulation is possible through the interaction of proximal and distal risk/protection factors, which can directly and indirectly drive PSU. Conclusions: Bio-regulation systems act as guarantors and shape symbolizations of the emotional, social, and institutional life of students with PSU, succeeding in proximal person-to-person processes (microsystem) but with little effectiveness in the mesosystem. It is proposed that universities create conditions for a regulatory structure of PSU that promotes favorable student development consistent with their professional training expectations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Individuals exposed to a growing number of visual, auditory, and subliminal messages daily are increasingly susceptible to adopting various behaviors, either voluntarily or unintentionally. Much of this behavior manifests in everyday life, often unconsciously or as a direct outcome of deliberate actions. Across daily life, people demonstrate diverse consumer behaviors driven by a range of both intrinsic needs and externally constructed demands-ranging from food and clothing to technology, addictive substances, cosmetics, and even self-consumption. These complex and multidimensional states of consumption can be better understood and explained by examining the underlying factors that compel individuals to consume. This study employs resource analysis methods to investigate the interplay between anxiety and consumption behavior, focusing on how perceptions of imminent danger and threat contribute to a cycle of consumption driven by worry and anxiety. Additionally, this article explores the religious dimensions of unsettling consumption practices, offering a nuanced perspective on the psychological and cultural influences that shape contemporary consumer behavior. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Alcohol consumption is a social issue that affects both young and adult populations, and its excessive or risky use can have detrimental effects on mental and emotional health. High alcohol consumption can decrease psychological well-being, which is characterized by life satisfaction, positive self-acceptance, healthy interpersonal relationships, a sense of purpose, and continuous personal growth. The primary objective of this study is to establish the relationship between psychological well-being and alcohol consumption using a quantitative method with a descriptive-correlational approach. The sample includes 110 adults, with an average age of 38.9, of whom 68% are men and 42% are women. The instruments used are the Ryff Psychological Well-Being Scale with 39 items and the AUDIT Questionnaire, which assesses the level of risk in alcohol consumption. The results indicate a close negative relationship between psychological well-being and alcohol consumption, with no significant gender differences in consumption patterns. This pattern reflects an evolution in social and cultural norms, with women increasingly engaging in drinking practices traditionally associated with men. The increase in risky consumption can lead to negative consequences for psychological well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

When steel is smelted in electric arc furnaces, and during its subsequent treatment in ladle-furnace units, a significant amount of power is required. This power is supplied through the use of graphitized electrodes, which are pivotal for achieving the required temperatures. However, these electrodes are costly, significantly affecting the overall production costs. Therefore, efforts to reduce the cost of steel by minimizing the consumption of graphitized electrodes are crucial for metallurgists. The primary factor influencing the consumption rate of these electrodes is their surface oxidation by oxygen present in the furnace atmosphere. Recent studies have shown that a magnesium hydroxide-based coating can significantly mitigate this issue. When applied to the surface of graphitized electrodes, this coating was shown to reduce their weight loss by 30–40% at the test temperature in an oxidizing atmosphere. Notably, as the temperature increases, so does the benefit of this weight loss reduction. The efficacy of the tested can be attributed to its unique properties. Upon application to a graphitized electrode's surface, the coating material penetrates deeply into the pores, effectively sealing them and forming a protecting layer over the surface. As the temperature rises, water within the coating evaporates, leaving behind a highly adhesive residue. At 350 °C, the Mg(OH)2 in the coating decomposes to form MgO, which has a melting point of 2850 °C. This results in a high-density coating that acts as a barrier against atmospheric oxygen, thereby significantly slowing down the rate of graphite oxidation in the electrodes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The dominant interpretation of the classical theories of aggregate activity levels and economic growth is that they are supply-side in nature with the contributions of Sismondi and Malthus viewed as notable exceptions. However, a focused examination of the key texts of the classical economists such as Cantillon, Quesnay, Turgot, Steuart, Smith, and Ricardo reveals that strong demand-side thinking has in fact been lurking beneath the surface in the theoretical world of the classical economists even before Sismondi and Malthus. The major implication is that Say's law is an imposition on classical economists and that in the case of Ricardo, his endorsement of Say's law cannot easily be reconciled with the demand-side ideas in his writing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Household borrowing and spending rise with house prices, particularly for leveraged households, but household spending is not consumption. We propose a borrow-to-invest motive by which house price gains affect household spending on residential investment: rational, leveraged households have an incentive to make additional residential investments when house prices rise. Credit constraints then matter through reducing access to leveraged returns and so reducing lifetime resources, rather than through consumption smoothing. We test this motive by comparing responses in different categories of spending across more and less leveraged households. We find strong evidence of the borrow-to-invest motive in UK data. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the present study, we propose a novel conceptualization of homeownership in the United States as a special commodity, whose consumption involves a two-stage process: homeownership entry wherein the ability to consume is pivotal, and homeownership retention wherein the outcome rests on economic security. Based on the Panel Study of Income Dynamics (PSID), we test this conceptualization with consumption ability being proxied by income and economic security by liquid wealth. Three hypotheses are verified: (1) income predicts first-time renters' chance of becoming homeowners but has weakened influence on homeownership retention; (2) liquid wealth constitutes the central determinant for first-time homeowners' ability to avoid going back to renting; and (3) nonliquid wealth fails to exhibit a significant impact on either homeownership stage. By revealing the two separate stages of different homeownership dynamics, this study is the first to systematically explore the built-in contradiction of capitalist housing markets. Policy implications are also discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Phenolics, like tannins, are plant‐specialized metabolites that play a protective role against herbivory. Tannins can reduce palatability and bind with proteins to reduce digestibility, acting as deterrents to feeding and impacting nutrient extraction by herbivores. Some assays measure tannin and total phenolics content in plants but lack determination of their biological effects, hindering the interpretation of tannin function in herbivory and its impacts on animal behavior and ecology. In this study, we successfully applied the radial diffusion assay to assess tannin protein precipitation (PP) capacity and evaluate the anti‐nutritional effects of tannins in food plants (n = 24) consumed by free‐ranging black howler monkeys (Alouatta pigra) in Tabasco, Mexico. We found PP rings in five plant species consumed by the monkeys. The mature fruit of Inga edulis was the most consumed food plant, despite having a high tannin PP capacity (56.66 mg tannic acid equivalent/g dry matter). These findings highlight the presence of tannins in the black howler diet and provide insight into the primates' resilience and potential strategies for coping with anti‐nutritional aspects of the diet. Highlights: This study highlights the complex dynamics of tannins in the diet of black howlers, revealing a nuanced relationship between tannins, feeding patterns, and potential physiological benefits. The research employs a multifaceted approach, including tannin precipitation assays, to unravel the intricate interplay of these compounds in primate ecology and nutrition. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Milk produced in Rwanda and consumed in cattle keeping households poses undocumented food safety risks including the transmission of the zoonotic brucellosis from animals to humans. The aim of this study was, therefore, to determine the risk factors of exposure to Brucella species through milk consumption in zero grazing and open grazing cattle keeping households in Rwanda. The study was a cross-sectional study which involved 198 and 132 households practicing zero grazing and open grazing cattle production systems, respectively. To determine the risk factors exposure to Brucella through milk consumption, a questionnaire was used to collect data on milk consumption habits and indirect Enzyme-Linked Immuno-Sorbent Assay (i-ELISA) was used to collect data on farm bulk milk contamination with Brucella. Collected questionnaire and i-ELISA data were then analyzed using SPSS descriptive statistics and logistic regression. In nearly half (49.1 %; 162/330) of all surveyed households, raw milk was consumed. And overall, 14.2% (47/330) of all surveyed households were exposed to Brucella by having at least one household member consuming raw milk in a household for which the farm bulk milk sample tested positive for Brucella. The proportion of open grazing households in which raw milk was consumed and from which the farm bulk milk sample tested positive for Brucella (34.8 %; 46/132) was significantly high (p < 0.05) compared to the proportion of zero grazing households consuming raw milk and having a Brucella positive farm bulk milk sample (0.5 %; 1/198). While in total 4.8 % (77/1589) of all surveyed individual household members were exposed to Brucella by consuming raw milk in a household for which the farm bulk milk sample had tested positive for Brucella, the cattle keeper was the most exposed household member (OR=50.82, 95 % CI [17.9-143.9], p < 0.05). Practicing open grazing cattle production system was significantly associated with raw milk consumption and raw milk consumption in a household with a Brucella positive farm bulk milk. There is a risk of exposure to Brucella through milk consumption especially in households practicing open grazing cattle production in Rwanda. Educational campaigns are needed to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking raw milk in regards to zoonotic brucellosis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Christians and Jews in fourteenth- and fifteenth-century Castile relied on income from local taxes levied on commercial transactions to maintain the fabric and the effective administration of their communities. The consumption tax imposed by the crown, the alcabala (also known as the sisa), was a major source of royal revenue so that traders were doubly taxed on the sales of their produce. The mechanism for the collection of these taxes and the way in which the tax-farmers were appointed to these lucrative posts showed some similarities between the two faith communities. A dispute described in a fourteenth-century rabbinic responsum reveals, however, that the process within one Jewish community (aljama) was less structured than that followed in the Christian municipalities (concejos). Furthermore, it portrays the considerable emphasis placed by the protagonists on the legal injunctions of Jewish law (halakha). The conflict between the various elements within the Jewish leadership and their attempts to influence rabbinic authority are an illustration of rivalry and contention and of the bids to dominate judicial process within a late-medieval Jewish community. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Because of their significance, research on memorable tourism experiences (MTEs) has rapidly increased in the last decade. However, few comprehensive studies have traced knowledge creation and dissemination in this important research area. To address this gap, 104 articles focused on MTEs from eight tourism journals were analyzed. This study applied multiple approaches, including a trend analysis of prevailing research themes and keywords, bibliometric analysis, and content analysis, generating suggestions for future research. Among the meaningful results, this study identified three research streams: the experience economy, the nomological network analysis of MTEs, and remembered experience analysis. Additional findings from a content analysis, and nine future research agendas were produced. Thus, by improving the understanding of customers' MTEs, our findings not only open paths for future research but also have implications for industry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The objective of this study was to determine the relationship between alcohol consumption and gender-based violence in parents of the Antonio Raymondi Educational Institution, Cacatachi - 2023. The methodology used was basic, with a non-experimental design, cross-sectional and correlational. Parents from an educational institution in Cacatachi were considered as a sample, with a population of 256 fathers and mothers, and a random sample of 154 fathers and fathers, who make up a parental family. The data collection technique was the survey and the instrument was the questionnaire. For alcohol consumption, the WHO AUDIT questionnaire was used, analyzed in the Peruvian context by Colán & Rosario (2022). For gender-based violence, the questionnaire adapted by Juárez & Bardales (2021) was used. According to the results, there is a significant relationship between alcohol consumption and gender-based violence in parents of the Antonio Raymondi Secondary School in Cacatachi (p=0.000; X^2=37,031), alcohol consumption is also significantly linked to the dimensions of gender-based violence. It was concluded that the higher the alcohol consumption by the male partner, the greater the degree of gender-based violence in the female partner. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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In a discourse characterised by technical innovation, alternative business models and material flows, the seemingly mundane, everyday forms of individual action toward circularity that can and are being taken by members of the public can sometimes feel overlooked. Whilst the importance of behaviour change is often acknowledged, in-depth conceptual engagement around circular behaviours remains uncommon in the field of circular economy research. In this perspective article we advocate for a person-centred perspective on circular behaviours, viewing people as not just consumers or users of circular products, but as individuals, nested within social groups, whose everyday, yet complex, relationships with material goods must undergo a shift if a circular economy is to be achieved. Drawing on insights from the wider field of pro-environmental behaviour research, we explore how we conceptualise circular behaviours themselves and how the behavioural theories we apply may constrain the ambition of the policy action our research supports. In doing so, we set out a person-centred agenda for research on circular behaviours, recommending: (1) greater application of systems-oriented approaches; (2) conceptual development on categorising circular behaviours, and (3) interdisciplinary efforts to integrate theory from across social science disciplines to underpin behavioural analyses and public engagement and action on the circular economy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents a study which determined the knowledge of respondents regarding the adverse effects of consumption on the environment and climate change and identified the demographic factors that affected the knowledge of respondents. Topics include distribution of respondents according to their demographic profile, assessment of respondents' knowledge, and factors that influence knowledge levels.

Music consumption, as an important form of cultural consumption in the daily lives of Iranians, has been the subject of political focus before and after the Revolution, 1979. During past decade, high penetration of information and communication technologies, specifically convergence as well as globalization of various media, has affected the rate of use and preferred content choices. Specially, the development of satellite television channels and the use of smartphones, have shifted the way Iranians listen or watch domestic/foreign music, thus, changing the place of music in the cultural rearticulation of Iranian society and people. While most previous studies have focused on domestic factors in their analysis of current changes rather than intercultural and global issues, this study attempts to focus on the role of latter factors to identify why and how music consumption has undergone rapid and dramatic shifts in Iran. By addressing the gap, this paper represents a close look at Iranian music tastes using quantitative data collected during a survey of 3400 adult respondents aged between 18 to 60. The findings show that like most of other countries, diverse genres of music are popular in Iran but Iranian classic music and pop music are more popular than other genres. Iranian music is more popular to Iranians than foreign music tracks & Iranian traditional music and integrated music (Iranianan classic music integrated to pop music) are very popular in Iran. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article aims to present differences and changes in private expenditure on education in European households, with particular emphasis on Polish households. The analysis is carried out based on data from Eurostat and Statistics Poland. The research methods used include, among others, the simple regression method, Ward's method, and the k-means method. In 2021, the highest share of education expenditure in relation to total expenditure was recorded in Cyprus. The lowest share of private spending on education occurred in Sweden, Belgium, and Finland. In most European countries, the percentage of spending on education in relation to total spending has increased. The share of expenditure on education in Polish households was most similar to that of households from Lithuania, Denmark, and the Netherlands. A comparison of different types of Polish households showed that most of the money spent on education was by self-employed people, the richest people, and people from large cities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Urban water-energy demand is an important basic data for urban engineering planning, design and management. Making full use of multi-source data and prior knowledge to quickly and economically obtain high-precision urban water-energy demand are of great significance to the optimal allocation of sustainable urban water-energy supply. In order to accurately forecast the future urban water-energy demand, this study took Addis Ababa City as a research area to forecast the water-energy demand of the city from 2020 to 2050. Aiming at the oscillating characteristics of the urban water-energy demand sequence and the over-fitting problem of prediction models, this study proposed the linear mathematical regression algorithm model. Urbanization drivers such as population (POP), gross domestic product (GDP) and per capita income (PCI) were explored to determine the water-energy consumption, or demand. Technologies based water-energy delivery efficiency, which is one of urbanization driver, was also considered to forecast the electric energy and water demand. This study adopted a linear model using data-mining approach, which is used to associate the historical water-energy consumption with the POP, GDP and PCI growth scenarios in order to address the water-energy consumptions. Overall, the total water-energy demand is projected to increase by 65% for water supply and 120% energy in 2030 and by 365% for water supply and 700% energy in 2050 from the baseline period of 2020 because the increase in the water-energy urbanization drivers mainly the POP, GDP, and PCI. For the water-energy demand forecast, the model's performance was assessed in order to correctly pinpoint the most significant urbanization drivers. This has been done to help planners and policymakers think about sustainable water-energy supply with a better understanding and more thorough insights. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper investigates the wealth, consumption, and savings behavior of elderly individuals through the lens of the life-cycle hypothesis. Using data from Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement, we employ Student's t-test to test differences between pre-retirement and retirement age groups. The findings shed light on the extent to which elderly individuals adhere to the life-cycle hypothesis and provide insights into the economic behavior of this demographic group. Our findings align with previous studies indicating that the life-cycle theory inadequately captures the dynamics of wealth, consumption, and savings during retirement age. According to our results, there is a consistent decrease in all examined variables with advancing age, with the lowest yet non-zero values observed among the oldest individuals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The present study refers to the maximization of self-consumption through the automation of a residential consumer that is or not fed from the low-voltage electrical network and from its own photovoltaic system. The level of self-consumption from photovoltaic sources in the residential sector is strictly dependent on the power installed in the own sources, as well as the load profile of the respective consumer. Two major directions are relevant regarding the possibility of increasing and optimizing self-consumption: the management of electrical energy storage systems (especially through the use of battery systems), respectively the implementation of load management systems, through the partial or total redistribution of their operation over time, but also through prioritization of critical consumers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Since the production and consumption of meat are known to be among the leading causes of greenhouse gas emissions and environmental pollution, this study examines the relationship between the consumption of various types of red meat by households and its impact on air pollution and environmental contamination in Iran. For this purpose, this article tests this relationship using annual time series data from 1980 to 2019 and the FMOLS method. The findings indicate that the consumption of red meat has a negative effect on environmental pollution because it leads to air pollution and increases environmental pollution. According to the results, the consumption of cow and veal meat has a greater contribution on air pollution and environmental pollution, and the consumption of camel meat has the lowest contribution. Furthermore, the growth of consumption, which leads to the development of production in the economy, can result in air and environmental pollution, as meat production is an energy and input-intensive process. In light of these findings, policymakers must focus on controlling household consumption and production of these products by implementing tax and incentive policies to decrease environmental pollution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The present study aims to assess the contribution of Indian households to the increase in carbon footprint. Hence, this cross-sectional study was conducted in the Kalyani subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal, India. Data were collected from 610 households, comprising 299 rural and 311 urban households, to analyse energy consumption patterns for various purposes. To summarize the dependent and continuous data, descriptive statistics were employed, while for inferences, independent sample t-test, Pearson correlation and regression were used. A significant difference was observed in total annual household carbon footprint between the urban and rural households due to varied energy consumption (t = 15.60, p < 0.05). The urban households were emitting twice (2325.20 kgCO2e) as much as the rural ones (1125.77 kgCO2e). It can also be inferred that emission was determined by the increase in household size, income, and improvement in the standard of living. Thus, in addition to several determinants, a complex cultural system, social practices, and awareness of green consumerism should also be incorporated and studied through an interdisciplinary approach to reduce the overall household carbon footprint. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Purpose: Throughout the 21st century, US households have experienced unprecedented levels of leverage. This dynamic has been exacerbated by income shortfalls during the COVID-19 crisis. Leveraging and deleveraging decisions affect household consumption. This study investigates the effect of the dynamics of household leverage and consumption on the stock market. Design/methodology/approach: The authors explore the relation between household leverage and consumption in the context of the consumption capital asset pricing model (CCAPM). The authors test the model's implication that leverage has a negative risk premium by transforming the asset pricing restriction into an unconditional linear factor model and estimate the model using the general method of moments procedure. The authors run time-series regressions to estimate individual stocks' exposures to leverage, and cross-sectional regressions to investigate the leverage risk premium. Findings: The authors show that shocks to household debt have strong and lasting effects on consumption growth. The authors extend the CCAPM to accommodate this effect and find, using various test assets, a negative risk premium associated with household deleveraging. Looking at individual stocks the authors show that the deleveraging risk premium is not explained by well-known risk factors. Originality/value: This paper contributes to the literature on the role of leverage in economics and finance by establishing a relation between household leverage and spending decisions. The authors provide novel evidence that households' leveraging and deleveraging decisions can be a fundamental and influential force in determining asset prices. Further, this paper argues that household leverage might explain the small, persistent, and predictable component in consumption growth hypothesised in the long-run risk asset pricing literature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The intentions and behaviour of entrepreneurs have been well researched and explored and now the limelight has shifted to sustainable entrepreneurship. The present study aims to examine the personal and institutional sustainability inclination that may help students develop their intent for sustainable entrepreneurship. Quantitative analysis with partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was performed with 422 samples collected from students at Indian universities. The model tested the first-order variables for university and personal sustainability and further the effect on the intentions to start sustainable entrepreneurship. The first-order variables of university sustainability are education on sustainability and campus sustainability and the students' personal consumption profile and moral obligations for the first-order variables of personal sustainability. The findings indicated that the tendency towards sustainable entrepreneurship was more strongly influenced by personal than university sustainability inclination. Further, the results of the importance–performance map analysis (IPMA) highlighted the importance of personal sustainability as well as further advancements in ethical standards and campus sustainability to nurture students' intentions for sustainable entrepreneurship. The findings of this study offer policymakers, researchers and higher education institutes insights to establish campuses that contribute to sustainability and reframe the educational curriculum to focus on students' innate propensities to engage in sustainable endeavours. This article outlines the pioneering research effort into the personal and university sustainability inclination in consideration for shaping sustainable entrepreneurship intentions among students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]