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Can biodegradable plastics solve plastic solid waste accumulation ?
( Elsevier , 2018 , Book chapter)Polymers are fast becoming a serious environmental hazard, and are normally disposed of through landfilling, recycling, and incineration. Landfill sites are becoming increasingly scarce, and incineration contributes to air ... -
Can board environmental orientation improve U.S. firms' carbon performance? The mediating role of carbon strategy
( John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP Environment , 2020 , Article)Overwhelming evidence from prior research suggests a positive association between corporate board characteristics and carbon performance; however, very little is known about the mechanisms linking the two variables. This ... -
Can bryophyte groups increase functional resolution in tundra ecosystems?
( Canadian Science Publishing , 2022 , Article Review)The relative contribution of bryophytes to plant diversity, primary productivity, and ecosystem functioning increases towards colder climates. Bryophytes respond to environmental changes at the species level, but because ... -
Can commercial automated immunoassays be utilized to predict neutralizing antibodies after SARS-CoV-2 infection? A comparative study between three different assays.
( IMR , 2021 , Article)Background: High-throughput assays that can infer neutralizing activity against SARS-CoV-2 are of great importance for assessing the immunity induced by natural infection and COVID-19 vaccines. We aimed to evaluate the ... -
Can CSR foster brand defense? A moderated-mediation model of the role of brand passion
( Palgrave Macmillan , 2023 , Article)This paper seeks to understand whether and how perceived retailers’ CSR can reinforce brand defense behavior by customers. Building on signaling theory, the paper proposes that CSR programs signal brands’ good nature, ... -
Can e-government empower Jordanian citizens and reinforce citizenship?
( Inderscience Publishers , 2019 , Article)The recent political events in the Middle East made the relationship between governments and their citizens at stake. Governments need to strengthen citizens' empowerment, and their levels of citizenship to improve the ... -
Can exchange rate policies and trade partners' income enhance the trade balance in Algeria? Evidence from the nonlinear ARDL model
( Emerald Group Holdings Ltd. , 2022 , Article)Purpose: This paper aims to examine the effects of the real exchange rate on trade balance in Algeria and investigates whether it represents a viable tool to sustain and improve trade performance using the nonlinear ... -
Can gamification concepts work with E-government?
( IGI Global , 2019 , Article)This article predicts the adoption of e-government websites and services by focusing on gamification and enjoyment factors. The sample uses ranked use of points and coupons as the most suitable schemes, while excluding the ... -
Can gamification concepts work with E-government?
( IGI Global , 2019 , Article)This article predicts the adoption of e-government websites and services by focusing on gamification and enjoyment factors. The sample uses ranked use of points and coupons as the most suitable schemes, while excluding the ... -
Can genetic algorithms with the symmetric heuristic find the Ramsey number R(5,5)
( IEEE , 2010 , Conference Paper)Ramsey Theory studies the existence of highly regular patterns within a large system and proves that the complete disorder doesn't exist. The role of Ramsey numbers is to quantify some of the general existential theorems ... -
Can government expenditure help reconstruct the Syrian economy in the post-conflict period? evidence from the SVAR and nonlinear ARDL models
( Taylor & Francis , 2023 , Article)This paper explores the viability of the fiscal policy in the reconstruction of the Syrian economy. We use the Structural VAR estimation technique to assess the response of real GDP to shocks in government expenditures and ... -
Can human development and political stability improve environmental quality? New evidence from the MENA region
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)We investigate the effects of human development and political stability on environmental quality and examine whether they are viable tools for improving environmental policies. The literature finds that countries can reduce ... -
Can Identity Buffer Against the Detrimental Effects of Threat? The Case of the Qatar Blockade
( Frontiers Media , 2022 , Article)In 2017, the blockade of Qatar Gulf states caused a plethora of effects on the country. This paper sought to examine the resulting threat effects of this blockade in terms of lowered self-esteem and well-being, and the ... -
Can immersive type of Virtual Reality bring EMG pattern changes post facial palsy?
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2015 , Conference Paper)The loss of facial expression via facial paralysis is a devastating condition, both functionally and aesthetically. However, given the life-long plasticity of the brain one could assume that recovery could be facilitated ... -
Can immigration moderate the adverse effects of political instability on international tourism? A case study of Australia
( Sage , 2023 , Article)We estimate the impact of political instability and the population of immigrants in Australia on the flow of international tourist arrivals. We hypothesize that political instability has a short-term negative effect while ... -
Can IT industry merger and acquisition effect on brand equity of their product/services? A case study from Qatar
( Medwell Journals , 2019 , Article)A combination of assets and liabilities when associated to a brand which provides additional value to the specific product and/or service is brand equity. Branding is used as a means to arrive at a conclusion and decision ... -
Can MLS Programs Offer a Personalized Education?
( Oxford University Press , 2017 , Article)In today’s “information age,” the ability to distinguish useful from misleading information is essential. Thus, critical thinking becomes more crucial in order to facilitate integration of presented material and aid in the ... -
Can Nmr Solve Conventional Logs Interpretation Problems In Low Resistivity Beds Evaluation
( Qatar University , 2003 , Article)This paper presents some cases of low resistivity reservoirs and low contrast resistivity reservoirs where conventional logs fail to determine the petrophysical properties of formation. The problems of these reservoirs are ... -
Can Polymorphisms in NLRP3 Inflammasome Complex Be Associated with Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Severity?
( MDPI , 2022 , Article)The immune system plays a critical role in bone homeostasis and, consequently, in the pathophysiology of postmenopausal osteoporosis (OP) since estrogen deficiency induces the inflammasome and increases production of ... -
Can remittances alleviate energy poverty in developing countries? New evidence from panel data
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Universal energy access in developing countries is a key ingredient to achieve sustainable economic growth and social welfare. Therefore, it is of paramount importance for policymakers to identify potential new factors to ...