West Science Social and Humanities Studies
West Science Social and Humanities Studies is an academic journal that focuses on interdisciplinary research in the fields of social science, science, and humanities studies. The journal aims to present high-quality articles that make significant contributions to our understanding of society, culture, science, and human interaction in the Western world. Within this journal, authors from various disciplines are invited to share original research findings relevant to the social sciences, such as sociology, psychology, anthropology, political studies, economics, management, accounting and related fields. Additionally, the journal welcomes contributions from scientific studies, such as biology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics, that are related to social and human contexts. The fields of humanities studies, including history, literature, art, philosophy, and culture, are also a primary focus of this journal.
Analysis of Green Investment Awareness, Climate Risk Perception, and Profitability Expectations on Millennials' Sustainable Investment Decisions in Indonesia
This study investigates the influence of green investment awareness, climate risk perception, and profit expectations on sustainable investment decisions among millennials in Indonesia. As sustainable finance continues to expand, understanding the behavioral factors that drive individual investors—particularly younger generations—has become increasingly important. This research adopts a quantitative approach using primary data collected from 185 millennial respondents through a structured questionnaire measured on a Likert scale. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 25, employing descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression analysis. The results reveal that green investment awareness has a positive and significant effect on sustainable investment decisions, indicating that greater knowledge and understanding of environmentally friendly investment instruments encourage millennials to invest sustainably. Climate risk perception is also found to have a significant positive influence, suggesting that heightened awareness of climate-related risks motivates millennials to consider sustainability aspects in their investment choices. Additionally, profit expectations show the strongest positive effect, confirming that financial return considerations remain a crucial determinant of sustainable investment behavior. Overall, the findings demonstrate that a combination of environmental awareness, risk perception, and economic rationality shapes millennials’ sustainable investment decisions in Indonesia. This study contributes to the literature on sustainable finance and provides practical insights for policymakers and financial institutions in promoting sustainable investment among younger generations.
Copyright (c) 2026 Shella Kriekoff https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Mediating Role of User Satisfaction in the Relationship between UTAUT Constructs and User Behavior in Digital Public Service Applications
This study extends the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) to explain why citizens frequently abandon digital public services despite substantial government investment in e‑government platforms. It focuses on Riau Province, Indonesia, and positions User Satisfaction as a central mediator linking four UTAUT antecedents—Performance Expectancy, Effort Expectancy, Social Influence, and Facilitating Conditions—to actual usage behavior. Adopting a deductive quantitative design, the research uses a stratified random survey of 240 e‑government users and analyzes the data with PLS‑SEM, supported by rigorous tests of reliability, validity, common‑method bias, and predictive relevance. The model explains 80.1% of the variance in User Satisfaction and 80.2% in User Behavior, indicating strong explanatory and predictive power. Results show that Performance Expectancy, Social Influence, and Facilitating Conditions significantly increase satisfaction, while Performance Expectancy, Facilitating Conditions, and User Satisfaction itself are key direct predictors of continued use. User Satisfaction also mediates the effects of performance expectancy, social influence, and facilitating conditions on behavior. Although Effort Expectancy is not statistically significant at the 5% level, it exhibits the largest effect size on satisfaction, underscoring the structural importance of ease of use. Theoretically, the study validates an under‑explored affective pathway in mandatory settings; practically, it offers a roadmap for shifting from technology‑centric to citizen‑centric digital governance.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hildawati Hildawati, Dedy Afrizal, Lis Hafrida, Dina Purnamasari, Ahmad Luthfi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Human Resources as Business Partners: A Bibliometric Journey Towards Strategic Human Resource Management
This study investigates the evolving role of human resource management (HRM) as a strategic partner within organizations through a bibliometric analysis. Using publications indexed in Scopus, this research maps the intellectual structure and thematic development of HRM in strategic contexts such as business processes, innovation, and sustainability. The findings highlight HRM’s growing alignment with organizational goals, fostering innovation and adaptability in response to global challenges. By analyzing citation patterns, co-authorship networks, and keyword co-occurrences, the study identifies key trends, influential scholars, and emerging themes, offering insights into how HRM has transformed from a transactional function to a strategic asset. This study contributes to both academic discourse and practical strategies by emphasizing HR’s critical role in achieving organizational success and long-term sustainability.
Copyright (c) 2025 Loso Judijanto https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Bibliometric Analysis of Gastronomic Tourism
This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of gastronomic tourism research to understand its intellectual structure, key contributors, and emerging themes. Through the examination of publications indexed in Scopus, this study identifies the prominent trends, motivations, and developments within the field of gastronomic tourism. The findings reveal significant thematic clusters related to sustainability, local food, food heritage, and tourism marketing. As globalization and digitalization continue to shape the tourism landscape, this study underscores the growing importance of integrating food heritage into tourism strategies and the role of online platforms in promoting culinary tourism. The research highlights the intersection of food and cultural identity, suggesting that gastronomic tourism is an essential driver for regional development and sustainable tourism practices. Despite the advances in the field, there are notable gaps, including the need for a broader understanding of culinary tourism beyond Europe and East Asia, and more interdisciplinary research integrating gastronomic tourism with other niche sectors.
Bibliometric Analysis of Water Use and Irrigation in Agriculture
This bibliometric analysis explores the evolving landscape of research on water use and irrigation in agriculture, with a focus on key themes such as soil carbon sequestration, groundwater depletion, nutrient management, and the water footprint. By examining the most-cited studies in the field, the study highlights the significant contributions of these topics to global food security and climate change mitigation. The analysis reveals the interconnectedness between environmental management, agricultural practices, and technological advancements, suggesting a need for integrated approaches in both policy and practice. While the study is based on citation data from indexed journals, it provides valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers, emphasizing the importance of sustainable water management strategies. The findings contribute to theoretical frameworks by illustrating the complex relationships within agricultural sustainability, providing a foundation for future research in this crucial area.
IoT for Machine Maintenance: A Bibliometric Study
This study explores the role of the Internet of Things (IoT) in machine maintenance, focusing on its integration with artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on operational efficiency across various industries. A bibliometric analysis was conducted using data from Scopus, identifying key research trends, influential publications, and emerging technologies within the field. The findings highlight the increasing adoption of IoT for predictive maintenance in manufacturing, energy, and agriculture sectors. The study also reveals the growing intersection between IoT, machine learning, and data analytics, which enhances predictive capabilities and resource management. The results emphasize the importance of real-time monitoring and decision-making in improving industrial operations. However, challenges such as data security, interoperability, and adoption costs remain barriers to full implementation. This study provides valuable insights into the current state of research on IoT for machine maintenance, offering a foundation for future technological advancements and research directions.
This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of private credit research to examine its intellectual structure and thematic evolution. By analyzing scholarly publications indexed in the Scopus database, the study maps the development of private credit research over time, identifying key authors, institutions, and thematic clusters. The results reveal the growing prominence of sustainability, climate change, and environmental finance in recent private credit research, highlighting the role of non-bank financial institutions in providing tailored financing solutions. The analysis also uncovers traditional themes such as credit systems, monetary policies, and banking competition, while highlighting the emerging focus on blockchain technology and algorithmic transparency in credit risk management. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers, financial institutions, and researchers, offering guidance on future research directions and the integration of private credit within broader economic and social frameworks.
Experiential Marketing: Bibliometric Mapping of Consumer Engagement
This research explores the intellectual landscape and dynamic themes of consumer engagement with experiential marketing by undertaking a bibliometric analysis. The research, which has spanned more than two decades of research literature on Scopus, has identified the emerging trends, themes, and influential research works, thus presenting a broad picture of this area of research focus. The research results make it clear that there is an increasingly important role of immersive technologies such as Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), social media, and other related elements that help intensify consumer engagement practices. The research work proposes a decision-making model regarding customer engagement strategy and delves into the interdisciplinary aspects of this research area, which encompasses psychology, digital media, and marketing strategy. The research work, while presenting its findings, also brings into focus the scattered nature of research work and the need to further investigate new trends and cross-discipline perspectives related to the global scenario of consumer engagement research.
Copyright (c) 2025 Frans Sudirjo, Rival Pahrijal, Rani Eka Arini https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Impact of IoT Marketing Automation and Data Quality on Increasing Sales of Fashion MSMEs in West Java
The rapid development of digital technologies has encouraged Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to adopt more advanced marketing strategies to remain competitive. This study investigates the impact of IoT marketing automation and data quality on the sales growth of fashion MSMEs in West Java. A quantitative research approach was employed using primary data collected from 250 fashion MSME owners and managers through a structured questionnaire measured on a five-point Likert scale. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 25, applying descriptive statistics, validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, and multiple linear regression analysis. The results indicate that IoT marketing automation has a positive and significant effect on sales growth, demonstrating that automated and data-driven marketing activities enhance marketing efficiency and customer engagement. Data quality also shows a positive and significant effect on sales growth, highlighting the importance of accurate, complete, timely, and relevant data in supporting effective marketing and sales decisions. Furthermore, the simultaneous analysis reveals that IoT marketing automation and data quality jointly contribute significantly to explaining sales growth among fashion MSMEs. These findings suggest that successful digital transformation in MSMEs requires not only the adoption of IoT-based marketing technologies but also strong data management practices. The study provides practical insights for MSME practitioners and policymakers in designing strategies to strengthen digital capabilities and improve business performance in the fashion sector.
Copyright (c) 2025 Frans Sudirjo, Muhamad Ammar Muhtadi, Rival Pahrijal https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Equity in Household Food and Packaging Waste Management: A Systematic Literature Review of Determinants, Service Design, Measurement Bias, and Inclusive Interventions
Household food and packaging waste sit at the intersection of everyday routines and municipal service systems. Equity problems emerge when participation costs such as time, distance, storage space, and digital requirements are unevenly distributed across households. This systematic literature review synthesizes 55 Scopus-indexed journal articles published between 2020 and 2025, screened and reported using PRISMA 2020. We organize the evidence into four themes: equity determinants (gendered household labor, education-related competencies, and digital connectivity), service design mediators (coverage, proximity, pickup reliability, cleanliness, and rule clarity), measurement and bias in household waste quantification (self-report, diaries, weighing, composition audits, and smart sensing), and equity performance of packaging-oriented instruments (pay-as-you-throw pricing, deposit-return systems, extended producer responsibility, and refill or reuse models). Across contexts, equity effects are conditional on access: service reliability and convenience often explain intention-behavior gaps more than attitudes alone. Self-report methods frequently underestimate waste and overstate pro-environmental practices, while high-burden protocols risk excluding time-constrained households and biasing subgroup comparisons. We conclude with an access-first implementation roadmap and an equity-credible evaluation checklist combining affordability safeguards, low-technology participation pathways, and mixed-method measurement designs.
Copyright (c) 2025 Abdurrahman Assel, Fitriyane Lihawa, Dewi Wahyuni K Baderan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Contribution of Sharia Fintech and Digital Literacy in Increasing Generation Z Interest in Accessing Sharia Financial Services in Central Java
The rapid development of financial technology has reshaped the delivery of financial services, including those based on Islamic principles. Generation Z, as a digitally native generation, represents a strategic segment for expanding sharia financial inclusion. This study aims to analyze the contribution of sharia fintech and digital literacy in increasing Generation Z’s interest in accessing sharia financial services in Central Java. A quantitative research approach was employed, using primary data collected through a structured questionnaire distributed to 85 respondents. The measurement instrument applied a Likert scale, and the data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. The results of multiple linear regression analysis indicate that sharia fintech has a positive and significant effect on Generation Z’s interest in accessing sharia financial services. Digital literacy also shows a positive and significant influence on interest. Simultaneously, sharia fintech and digital literacy significantly contribute to increasing Generation Z’s interest in accessing sharia financial services. These findings highlight the importance of integrating sharia-compliant digital financial innovation with efforts to improve digital literacy in order to strengthen Islamic financial inclusion among young consumers. The study provides practical implications for sharia financial institutions, fintech providers, educators, and policymakers in developing strategies that align with the characteristics and needs of Generation Z.
Copyright (c) 2025 Puti Khairani Rijadi, Yani Sukriah Siregar, Fida Arumingtyas, Mohammad Ridwan, Eko Sudarmanto https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Improving Short Story Writing Skills Through Cooperative Learning Using the Educational Video "7 Habits of Great Indonesian Children" for Ninth Grade Students at Budhi Mulia Integrated Junior High School
The ability to write short stories is one of the important competencies in learning Indonesian, but in reality, many students still experience difficulties in developing intrinsic elements of short stories such as plot, characters, conflict, and effective use of language. Based on the results of initial observations in grade IX of Budhi Mulia Integrated Junior High School, it was found that students' short story writing skills were in the poor category, with an average score of 59.8, and only 28% of students achieved the Minimum Completion Criteria (KKM). This condition indicates the need for learning strategies that can significantly improve students' creativity, motivation, and writing skills. Therefore, this study aims to improve short story writing skills through the application of the Cooperative Learning method assisted by the educational video "7 Habits of Great Indonesian Children." This study used the Classroom Action Research (CAR) method with the Kemmis and McTaggart model which was implemented in two cycles. The research instruments included short story writing tests, student and teacher activity observation sheets, interview guidelines, and documentation. Data were analyzed using quantitative analysis techniques in the form of calculating the average test results and the percentage of learning completion. The results showed a significant increase in short story writing skills. The average student score increased from 59.8 (pretest) to 72.4 in cycle I, and increased again to 80.2 in cycle II. The percentage of learning completion also increased from 28% to 76%, and finally reached 92% in cycle II. Educational videos were proven to help students understand character values and explore ideas, while the Cooperative Learning model increased group interaction, discussion, and creativity. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the Cooperative Learning method assisted by educational videos is effective in improving the short story writing skills of grade IX students.
Copyright (c) 2025 Riksa Fathan Firdaus, Iis Ristiani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Gen Z Entrepreneurship: Scientific Mapping and Research Trends 2000–2025
This study maps the scientific development of Gen Z entrepreneurship research from 2000 to 2025 using a bibliometric approach based on Scopus-indexed publications. By applying VOSviewer for keyword co-occurrence, density analysis, author collaboration, affiliation networks, and country partnerships, the study identifies the intellectual structure and thematic evolution within the field. The findings reveal that “entrepreneurship” and “Generation Z” are the dominant conceptual hubs, supported by emerging themes such as education, financial literacy, attitude, and entrepreneurial intention. Density maps highlight strong research concentration in psychological and behavioral aspects, while overlay visualizations indicate a recent shift toward capability-building through education and digital learning. Author and institution networks show dispersed collaboration patterns, reflecting the field’s growth stage, whereas country networks demonstrate strong engagement among Malaysia, the United States, Indonesia, and Bangladesh. Citation analysis indicates that highly influential works focus on grit, generational comparison, entrepreneurial intention, and learning ecosystems. Overall, the study provides a consolidated understanding of research trajectories and identifies gaps for future interdisciplinary and cross-country collaborations in Gen Z entrepreneurship studies.
Bibliometric Study on Multigenerational Work Design
This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of global research on multigenerational work design using data retrieved from the Scopus database between 2005 and 2025. Using Bibliometrix (R) and VOSviewer, the study maps the conceptual, collaborative, and intellectual structures of the field through keyword co-occurrence, author and institutional collaboration networks, citation analysis, and temporal evolution mapping. The results reveal three major thematic clusters: workforce dynamics (leadership, workplace climate, work environment), generational characteristics (motivation, work values, millennials, personnel management), and intergenerational interaction (social support, human experience, relational factors). The overlay visualization indicates a shift from early descriptive studies of generational traits toward more applied research emphasizing workplace design, digital adaptation, and psychological well-being. Collaboration patterns show fragmented author communities but strong contributions from the United States, Australia, Canada, and India. Highly cited works in the field highlight foundational theories on generational differences, motivational diversity, and intergenerational relations. Overall, this study clarifies the intellectual foundations of multigenerational work research and identifies opportunities for interdisciplinary integration, cross-national collaboration, and applied organizational interventions.
Employee Experience 2.0: Global Bibliometric Mapping
Employee Experience (EX) has emerged as a strategic priority in modern organizations as technological transformation reshapes the nature of work, employee expectations, and organizational culture. This study conducts a global bibliometric mapping of Employee Experience 2.0 using Scopus-indexed publications and VOSviewer visualization techniques to understand the intellectual structure, thematic evolution, and collaboration networks in this domain. The results reveal strong research clusters centered on workplace well-being, job satisfaction, organizational management, risk factors, and human–technology interaction. Collaboration maps indicate that the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, China, and Japan lead global research productivity and cross-country partnerships. Author networks highlight influential scholars such as Kivimäki, Stansfeld, and Kawakami, whose work anchors the psychosocial and occupational health dimensions of EX. The top-cited publications emphasize employee mental health, burnout, resilience, and the impact of digital service environments, reflecting the core foundations of EX 2.0. Overall, this study demonstrates that Employee Experience research is increasingly interdisciplinary, technologically driven, and globally collaborative. The findings offer valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to design more adaptive, human-centered, and digitally aligned workplace strategies.
Green Bonds and Green Financing: A Bibliometric Analysis
Green bonds and green financing have emerged as essential financial mechanisms supporting global sustainability transitions, particularly in addressing climate change, renewable energy development, and carbon reduction strategies. This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of Scopus-indexed publications to map the intellectual structure, thematic evolution, and collaboration patterns within green finance research. Using VOSviewer, the analysis visualizes keyword co-occurrence, author networks, institutional affiliations, and country collaborations. The findings reveal that “green bonds,” “green finance,” “sustainable development,” and “energy efficiency” are the field’s dominant research hotspots. China, the United Kingdom, India, and Italy appear as central contributors, indicating strong cross-national engagement. Highly cited studies emphasize themes such as green bond premiums, market reaction, spillover effects, and green economic recovery. The results demonstrate that research has evolved from conceptual discussions on environmental finance toward applied empirical modeling and policy-relevant analysis. This study enriches the understanding of green bond literature and highlights opportunities for advancing interdisciplinary collaboration in sustainable finance scholarship.
A Bibliometric Study on Social Commerce & Direct Shopping
This study provides a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of 1,226 Scopus-indexed publications on social commerce, direct shopping, digital consumer behavior, and Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) between 2005 and 2025. Using Bibliometrix (R) and VOSviewer, the research maps the intellectual development of the field through co-authorship, co-citation, keyword co-occurrence, and international collaboration networks. The findings reveal that electronic commerce and online shopping remain the conceptual core of the literature, while emerging themes include live streaming commerce, chatbot-assisted shopping, augmented reality, impulsive buying, and social presence. China, the United States, and India are the most influential contributors, reflecting global academic engagement with digital consumption trends. Citation analysis shows that studies on live streaming trust formation, chatbot adoption, autonomous delivery robots, and m-commerce drive the field’s recent evolution. The results highlight a clear shift from early research focused on website quality and online trust toward interactive, technology-driven, and psychologically informed models of consumer behavior. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of how digital technologies and socio-psychological mechanisms shape contemporary shopping practices and provides direction for future research in immersive and socially embedded digital commerce ecosystems.
Water Management in Agriculture: A Bibliometric Analysis of Irrigation Practices and Sustainable Resource Use
This study examines global research trends in water management for agriculture using a bibliometric approach based on the Scopus database (2000–2025). The analysis identifies irrigation efficiency, groundwater conservation, soil salinity management, and sustainable agricultural practices as core themes shaping the field. Keyword evolution shows a clear transition from early hydrological and resource-based studies to contemporary research emphasizing precision irrigation, IoT-enabled water monitoring, and climate-resilient farming systems. Collaboration networks reveal India, China, and the United States as leading contributors to scientific production, supported by strong partnerships across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Institutional mapping highlights the role of major research bodies such as ICAR, CSIRO, and ICARDA in advancing interdisciplinary knowledge. The findings underscore the need for integrated policy strategies, adoption of smart irrigation technologies, and enhanced soil–water management to address global water scarcity and food security challenges. While limited by database scope and algorithmic constraints, this study provides a comprehensive overview of developments in agricultural water management and offers a foundation for future research and policy formulation.
Bibliometric Mapping of Triple-Entry Accounting and Machine Learning Applications in Financial Transparency
This study examines the emerging convergence of triple-entry accounting, blockchain technology, and machine learning as a transformative framework for enhancing financial transparency. Using a bibliometric analysis of Scopus-indexed publications from 2000 to 2025, the research identifies key intellectual structures, thematic clusters, and temporal trends that shape this field. The results show that blockchain serves as the foundational infrastructure enabling immutable, verifiable accounting records, while machine learning functions as an analytical layer that strengthens anomaly detection, continuous auditing, and fraud prevention. Triple-entry accounting is found to be evolving from a conceptual innovation into a practical accounting architecture supported by cryptographic verification and distributed ledger systems. The study highlights significant implications for auditors, regulators, and organizations seeking to modernize financial reporting through automation and secure digital ecosystems. Although promising, the research also notes limitations related to data scope, conceptual depth, and the need for empirical validation. Overall, the findings underscore the potential of technologically integrated accounting systems to redefine trust, accountability, and transparency in modern financial environments.
Sustainable Gastronomy and Local Food Systems in Tourism: A Bibliometric Mapping of Research and Practice
This study examines the evolution of sustainable gastronomy and local food systems within tourism through a bibliometric and science-mapping analysis of Scopus-indexed publications from 2000 to 2025. Using VOSviewer, the study identifies major thematic clusters, research frontiers, and collaborative networks that shape the field. Findings reveal that gastronomy has progressed from a peripheral tourism element to a central driver of destination attractiveness, cultural identity, and sustainability practices. Keyword analyses show a strong shift from early focuses on tourism development and management toward recent emphases on sustainability, local food governance, cultural heritage, and community-based gastronomic initiatives. Co-authorship and country collaboration networks highlight dominant contributions from Spain, Portugal, Thailand, and Latin America, demonstrating an increasingly global and interdisciplinary research landscape. The study underscores the growing recognition of gastronomy as a vehicle for sustainable development and cultural preservation while identifying gaps in rural food systems, traditional cuisines, and agricultural–tourism integration. These insights provide a conceptual foundation for advancing sustainable gastronomic tourism research and practice.
Bibliometric Mapping of Zakat, Waqf, and Islamic Social Finance: Integrating Tradition with Modern Financial Systems
This study maps the intellectual structure and thematic evolution of Islamic social finance using a bibliometric analysis of Scopus-indexed publications from 2000 to 2025. The findings reveal three major research pillars: traditional instruments such as zakat, waqf, and sadaqah; sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals; and rapidly emerging themes driven by digital transformation, including fintech, blockchain, crowdfunding, and digital zakat management. Density and overlay visualizations show that while zakat and Islamic finance remain central, recent scholarship increasingly focuses on technology-enabled social finance and crisis-responsive mechanisms, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Co-authorship and institutional networks highlight Malaysia and Indonesia as global research hubs, supported by strong collaborations with Pakistan, Turkey, the United States, and other regions. The most cited works demonstrate a shift from foundational sociocultural perspectives toward integrative, ecosystem-based models and digital innovation. The study contributes to understanding the expanding role of Islamic social finance in promoting financial inclusion, sustainable development, and ethical economic systems. Limitations include reliance on Scopus data and keyword-based analysis, suggesting opportunities for deeper qualitative and multidisciplinary exploration.
Leadership Development in Sustainable HRM: A Bibliometric Study
This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to map the intellectual landscape of leadership development within the field of sustainable human resource management (HRM). Using the Scopus database and visualized through VOSviewer, the analysis explores research patterns, influential authors, institutional collaborations, and thematic evolutions from 2016 to 2024. Findings reveal that sustainable development and leadership function as central anchors of the literature, with growing emphasis on green HRM, ethical leadership, green transformational leadership, and innovation-driven sustainability. The temporal overlay shows a shift from foundational sustainability concepts toward applied research focused on organizational performance, environmental outcomes, and leadership behaviors that promote employee green practices. Co-authorship and country networks highlight strong global collaboration, particularly among the United Kingdom, China, and India. The study contributes to the theoretical integration of leadership and sustainable HRM while offering practical insights for designing sustainability-oriented leadership development programs. Limitations and future research opportunities are also identified to support continued advancement of this emerging field.
Bibliometric Analysis of International Collaboration on Sustainable Palm Oil Research
This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to examine the global research landscape and international collaboration patterns in sustainable palm oil research using Scopus-indexed publications from 2000 to 2025. Through co-authorship networks, institutional linkages, country collaborations, and keyword mapping, the analysis reveals an increasingly interdisciplinary field shaped by environmental science, engineering innovation, and sustainability governance. Results indicate that Malaysia and Indonesia serve as the principal research hubs, supported by strong collaborative networks with Europe, Asia, and emerging economies. Keyword co-occurrence and temporal evolution analyses show that early research was dominated by biofuel and life-cycle assessment themes, while recent studies have shifted toward environmental protection, climate impacts, circular economy strategies, and biomass valorization. Highly cited papers highlight critical contributions in renewable energy, biodiversity conservation, supply chain sustainability, and waste-to-resource innovation. Overall, the findings demonstrate that sustainable palm oil research is driven by diverse scientific perspectives and sustained international cooperation, emphasizing the need for integrated approaches to balance ecological integrity, technological advancement, and global sustainability objectives. This study contributes an empirical foundation for understanding thematic development, identifying collaboration hotspots, and guiding future research priorities in sustainable palm oil scholarship.
Consumer Psychology in Sustainable Marketing: A Bibliometric Mapping of Values, Attitudes, and Purchase Intentions
This study investigates the intellectual structure and thematic development of consumer psychology in sustainable marketing by conducting a bibliometric analysis using publications indexed in Scopus from 2000 to 2025. Employing VOSviewer as the sole analytical tool, the study maps co-authorship patterns, co-citation networks, and keyword co-occurrence to uncover dominant themes and conceptual linkages. The findings reveal three major research streams: foundational psychological and marketing constructs, socially driven attitudinal and motivational factors, and applied green marketing strategies aimed at stimulating sustainable consumption. Psychological variables such as values, attitudes, perception, and motivation emerge as central determinants of sustainable purchase intentions, while issues like the attitude–behavior gap and authenticity of sustainability claims continue to shape scholarly debates. The bibliometric visualization highlights strong interdisciplinarity and identifies emerging opportunities for theoretical integration and future inquiry. Overall, the study provides a comprehensive overview of how consumer psychology informs sustainable marketing practices and offers a structured knowledge base to guide subsequent research and managerial decision-making.
E-payment in Bangladesh: Challenges and Opportunities
The purpose of this project is to examine the opportunities and barriers of the E-payment system in Bangladesh. Now a day’s world changed to the digital world and also Bangladesh tries to step towards Vision 2041. E-payment is a method in which a person can make online payments for their purchase of goods and services without the physical transfer of cash and cheques, irrespective of location and time. In the present scenario, this study aimed to identify “Opportunities and Barriers of E-payment in Bangladesh” differ on different generations using the quantitative method and offer some solutions to improve the e-payment system. Qualitative research is the main methodology in this project with face-to-face interviews and semi-structured questionnaire methods. Data of survey was collected from a total of 50 participants who include undergraduate and postgraduate college students by conducting a series of semi-structured face-to-face interviews and questionnaire methods. Out of 50 respondents were found to be fully completed and satisfactory for analysis. The study also found that people who are using and are likely to use e- payment preferred debit cards, e-wallet as the first mode of payment than credit cards. This study suggests that the government of Bangladesh should set up a Regulatory Commission on an urgent basis to strengthen the e-payment system.
Copyright (c) 2025 Md. Alomgir Hossain, S.K. Abir Mahmud, Md. Hassan Reza https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Effect of Generative Engine Optimization, Omnichannel Marketing, and Social Media Analytics on Digital Marketing Performance on Marketplace Platforms in West Java
This study investigates the effect of Generative Search Engine Optimization (GSEO), Omnichannel Marketing, and Social Media Analysis on digital marketing performance on online market platforms in West Java. A quantitative approach was employed, collecting data from 150 respondents using a Likert scale questionnaire (1–5). Data were analyzed using SPSS Version 25, including descriptive statistics, reliability and validity tests, and multiple linear regression analysis. The results indicate that GSEO, Omnichannel Marketing, and Social Media Analysis each have a significant positive effect on digital marketing performance. The combined application of these strategies explains 62% of the variation in digital marketing performance. These findings provide valuable insights for online businesses in West Java to optimize marketing strategies, enhance consumer engagement, and improve overall performance in competitive digital marketplaces.
The Dynamics of Political Turmoil in Iraq: US Intervention from the Gulf War to the Fall of Saddam Hussein
This paper analyzes the political dynamics of Iraq from the 1991 Gulf War to the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime in 2003 in the context of US intervention. The article uses a qualitative approach with a geopolitical and historical analysis of US foreign policy in the Middle East. The study shows that US military intervention, framed within the discourse of democratization, was actually aimed at maintaining political and economic hegemony over oil resources in the Persian Gulf region. The embargo policy, ongoing war, and military invasion led to the destruction of Iraq's socio-political structure and gave rise to prolonged instability. This study emphasizes that political transformation imposed from outside without understanding local social and historical complexities only results in national disintegration.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ainiyatul Latifah, Endah Kurniati, Khalid Vikriadi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Factors Causing Domestic Violence (KDRT) from a Legal and Religious Aspect
This study aims to analyze the causes of domestic violence (DV) from a legal and religious perspective. This type of research is field research with a descriptive qualitative approach. Sources were obtained directly from perpetrators of domestic violence victims, police, and religious leaders in Tanjung Raya District, Mesuji Regency. Data collection used interviews, observation, and documentation. Data analysis used data reduction techniques, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study are husbands' errors in understanding the concept of marriage, a lack of openness in the family, husbands' dissatisfaction with their wives' incompetence, economic conditions, the perpetrators' character who tends to be quick to anger, lack of supervision, and the responses of local residents and close families in responding to acts of violence.
Copyright (c) 2025 Warsono Warsono https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analysis of the Influence of Cultural Commodification, Digital Tourism, and Virtual Exoticism on Public Perceptions of Cultural Tourism in East Java
This study examines the influence of cultural commodification, digital tourism, and virtual exoticism on public perceptions of cultural tourism in East Java. Using a quantitative research design, data were obtained from 115 respondents through a structured questionnaire utilizing a five-point Likert scale. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 25, including validity, reliability, classical assumption tests, and multiple linear regression. The findings reveal that all three independent variables—cultural commodification, digital tourism, and virtual exoticism—have a positive and significant influence on public perception. Among them, digital tourism has the strongest impact, indicating the vital role of digital media in shaping audience engagement and cultural understanding. The results also show that these three variables collectively explain 69.7% of the variation in public perception of cultural tourism. This demonstrates that digital representations and market-driven adaptations increasingly mediate modern cultural tourism. The study highlights the importance of balancing cultural authenticity and digital innovation to foster sustainable tourism development in East Java. It provides both theoretical insights and practical guidance for policymakers, cultural managers, and local communities in preserving cultural identity while leveraging digital opportunities.
Copyright (c) 2025 Bhaswarendra Guntur Hendratri, Muhamad Ammar Muhtadi, Rani Eka Arini https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Influence of Digital Empathy, Online Identity Formation, Fear of Missing Out (FoMO), and Social Media Fatigue on the Mental Health of Adolescents in West Java
This study investigates the influence of digital empathy, online identity formation, fear of missing out (FoMO), and social media fatigue on the mental health of adolescents in West Java, Indonesia. Using a quantitative research design, data were collected from 175 adolescent respondents through a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS 3.0). The results reveal that digital empathy and online identity formation have a positive and significant effect on adolescents’ mental health, indicating that empathetic online behavior and authentic self-expression contribute to psychological well-being. Conversely, FoMO and social media fatigue demonstrate negative and significant effects, suggesting that excessive social comparison and emotional exhaustion reduce mental wellness. Moreover, social media fatigue mediates the relationship between FoMO and mental health, showing that digital overload acts as a psychological strain linking fear of exclusion to reduced well-being. The model explains 57% of the variance in mental health, indicating strong predictive power. These findings highlight the importance of cultivating digital empathy, promoting balanced online identity management, and implementing interventions to minimize FoMO and fatigue among youth. The study contributes to both theoretical understanding and practical strategies for enhancing adolescent digital well-being in the context of rapid social media engagement.
Copyright (c) 2025 Christina Nur Wijayanti, Natasha Ruth https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0