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The scarcity of water resources in South Africa remains a considerable challenge for water users. This study evaluated the impact of climate variability on the adaptive water-use behaviour of sugarcane producers by identifying the factors influencing their adaptation decisions. A survey, the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB), and structural equation modelling (SEM) were used to achieve this objective. The study involved 54 sugarcane producers from the Impala Irrigation Scheme, selected through random sampling. Socio-economic profiles revealed a largely male, older demographic with varied education levels and farm characteristics. Results indicated that attitude (β = 0.349, p < 0.1) and subjective norms (β = 0.281, p < 0.05) significantly influenced farmers' intentions to adapt, while perceived behavioural control had no significant effect (β = 0.051, p > 0.1). These findings suggest that improving farmers' attitudes and strengthening social support systems can enhance their intentions to adopt adaptive strategies. However, the model's explanatory power (R² = 0.276) suggests that other unexamined factors may also influence farmers' adaptive intentions, highlighting the need for further research. Overall, our findings suggest that interventions targeting attitudes, social support, and resource access can improve adaptive behaviours. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: Immersive technologies fully immerse users in augmented environments for interactive experiences. The purpose of this study is to measure consumers' intention towards experiencing immersive technologies at tourism destinations using an integrated theory of planned behaviour (TPB) and technology acceptance model (TAM) model within the stimulus-organism-response (S-O-R) framework, including motivation (MOT), trust (TR) and perceived risk (PR). Design/methodology/approach: The survey data was collected through convenience sampling via an online questionnaire, with a sample size of 487 Indians. Structural equation modelling was conducted using SPSS and AMOS software for data analysis, ensuring a robust examination of the proposed model and its relationships. Findings: Virtual interactivity and social interaction influence both attitude and perceived behavioural control. Attitude, perceived behavioural control, perceived usefulness and TR significantly influence intention. However, MOT, PR and perceived ease of use do not exhibit a significant influence on intention. These findings highlight the importance of these variables in shaping consumers' intention towards experiencing immersive technologies at tourism destinations. Research limitations/implications: The findings hold significant implications for various stakeholders, including government agencies, travel firms, content creators and software developers. They can leverage these insights to enhance marketing strategies, develop immersive tourism experiences, innovate in the realm of Web 4.0 and personalize tourism offerings. Originality/value: This study offers a distinctive contribution by integrating the S-O-R framework with TPB and TAM, while also incorporating key factors such as MOT, TR and PR. This novel approach provides a fresh perspective on consumer behaviour towards immersive technologies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the UK, minority ethnic groups were reported to face the greatest risk from COVID-19. Yet, little is known about their perception and behaviour towards COVID-19 campaigns. This study used 35 semi-structured, in-depth interviews with minority ethnic adults aged 60 or over in England and Wales to explore their motivations for complying with or disregarding official guidance and their evaluations of various campaign content and channels used early in the pandemic. Using Template Analysis, key themes in the interviewees' discourse were identified, which were subsequently analysed using the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). This study found that the predominant motivations for non-compliant behaviour included fatigue from information overload, government- and socially-induced distrust, as well as self-reported personality traits. In contrast, compliant individuals emphasised community-based obligations and their trust in official communications. Although participants recognised the pandemic as a challenging time, they were generally unsatisfied with the credibility, consistency, and accessibility of public health messaging. This investigation contributes to health communications studies by adopting a qualitative approach and providing insights into an under-researched demographic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

It is crucial to comprehend the factors influencing fishermen's support for a newly established Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Malacca. This understanding aids in calculating stakeholder perspectives and informs decision-making processes related to marine management. The research objectives were to identify fishermen's perception towards the newly proposed MPA in Malacca and determine the factors affecting their intention to support it. A total of one hundred fifty respondents were enlisted through a questionnaire that specifically targeted the fishermen in the Jasin area of Malacca, who were primarily affected by the gazettement of the MPA. The selection of respondents from nine fishermen bases was via stratified random sampling technique. The theory of planned behaviour (TPB) formed the foundation for comprehending the fishermen's intention to provide support. The factors were specifically mentioned. The outcome proved advantageous for the Department of Marine Parks Malaysia in comprehending the fishermen's perception and, consequently, making suitable decisions regarding the well-being of the impacted fishermen. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Human and planetary health goals have coalesced within consumer food choices. Food‐based dietary guidelines provide expert recommendations on what to eat, however, adherence is low and few include sustainability recommendations. This systematic review sought to extract consumer behavioural findings specifically related to 'healthy sustainable diets' to gain insights into the levers of food‐related behavioural change. Data analysed from 57 studies reveal that while 27 discrete behavioural theories underpinned conceptualisation of research, just three dominate this literature: Theory of Planned Behaviour, Transtheoretical Model and Social Practice Theory. Correspondingly, studies were mainly concerned with motivation, attitudes, intentions and practices. Promising research directions are emerging from investigations into the roles of emotions, meat attachment and types of knowledge. Those sustainable healthy food behaviours (SuHeFB) most investigated were meat consumption reduction, plant‐based food consumption, and alternative‐to‐animal protein food product acceptance. In addressing the perplexity surrounding consumer inertia in altering dietary habits, this review provides a comprehensive SuHeFB construct typology and a justification for directing research attention towards the phenomenon of amotivation. In addition, 31 future research questions are posited under six related SuHeFB themes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aim of this article is two-fold: to examine the effect of economic antisemitism on consumers' intention to boycott Israeli-made products, and to provide evidence of the correlation between economic antisemitism, ethnocentric tendencies and personal norms. It proposes a theoretical framework that integrates negative emotions as antecedents of attitude and intentional behaviour. A conceptual model was developed and tested on a sample of 305 French consumers. Results indicate that intrinsic antisemitic sentiments are strongly related to most boycott motivation factors: economic antisemitism, personal norms, and ethnocentrism. Some consumer profiles are identified, alongside a discussion of theoretical and practical contributions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to explore the dimensions of non-conventional water (NCW) resources, including wastewater treatment and greywater, and their impact on the well-being of refugees in the context of Alzatari refugee camps in Jordan. The research employs the theory of planned behavior (TPB) as a conceptual framework. To look into the connections between NCW, attitudes, subjective norms, and the well-being of public health, education, the environment, and income, the study uses statistical methods like descriptive analysis with SPSS, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and mediation analysis with SEM-AMOS. The findings demonstrate that attitudes and subjective norms play mediating roles in the relationship between NCW and the well-being of refugees. The study highlights the importance of addressing these factors, as they significantly influence decision-making processes and perceptions of NCW. Additionally, the analysis reveals that income well-being do not exhibit a significant relationship in the context of refugee camps. Where mental health was the most affected factor. In conclusion, the analysis of refugee attitudes supports the theoretical conclusion of the TPB model, which emphasizes the interaction between well-being and sustainable technological characteristics. These insights contribute to our understanding some of water technology development requirements in vulnerable regions and facilitate the sustainable management of water resources in refugee camps. The study provides valuable information for the development of strategies to address water scarcity while safeguarding the well-being and livelihoods of refugees in asylum areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sustainable consumption is a growing area of research due to the climate change and environmental degradation. The present study examines a conceptual model by integrating spirituality with cultural values from Hofstede cultural dimensions theory and constructs from Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) to determine sustainable consumption intention. The paper also examines the moderating role of gender. The data was gathered from 726 customers. Structural equation modelling was used to analyse the main variables influencing sustainable consumption intentions. Spirituality, collectivism and long‐term orientation were found to have a positive impact on attitudes that leads to sustainable consumption intention. Thus, this study helps to improve the predictive ability of the Theory of Planned Behaviour by incorporating spirituality as a behavioural belief and collectivism and long‐term orientation as cultural dimensions. The findings show that gender has no moderating effect. The study outlines the process for converting a person's cultural values, norms, and beliefs into a purchase intention. As a result, the research offers practitioners and decision‐makers insight into how to boost intention towards sustainable consumption. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Imposing the movement control order and social distancing measures during the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic increased the adoption of information and communication technology. The practices of remote work, virtual classes, and even entertainment were forced to be conducted remotely from home. Despite the current relaxation of restricted measurements on the COVID-19 pandemic in different nations, people still prefer online meetings via social media because of the potential threats of new recurrence of the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant saving of time, money, and effort. Therefore, the objectives of this research intend to investigate the direct and indirect relationships between attitude, perceived direct benefit, trust, and intention to use social media for virtual events. Moreover, this research will also assess the role of top management support in moderating the relationship between attitude and intention to use social media for virtual events. To accomplish the research objectives, 400 samples were collected through an online self-administered questionnaire survey. The data were analysed by using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and Partial Least Square–Structural Equation Modelling (PLS–SEM). Based on the generated statistical outcomes, all the direct relationships between attitude, perceived direct benefit, trust, and intention to use social media for virtual events are significantly supported. For the indirect relationships, all the mediation relationships are significantly supported. However, the findings indicated that the moderation variable of top management support does not have any moderating effect on the relationship between the attitude and intention to use in this research study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Electrification of transport industry in China presents several new prospects to fulfil requirements, which are necessary to encounter increasing issues of energy security, air quality, and to lower the dependence on fossil fuels. The Chinese government is paying significant attention in increasing EV market penetration and consumer adoption through numerous demonstration programs/plans with attractive transportation policies. In this study, key factors included in adoption barriers and EV policies are comprehensively reviewed, which can enhance consumer intention to adopt EVs. This research study extensively demonstrates the significant and positive impact of two distinguished types of EV policies including financial policies and preferential policies on consumer's intention to adopt EVs by implementing an extended and improved version of Theory of Planned behavior (TPB). A case study in Shanghai is performed through survey of 314 respondents, which is further evaluated by structural equation modelling (SEM) to assess the aspects of EV policies on consumer adoption. In particular, construct items of TPB including attitude, subjective norm (SN), and perceived behavioral control (PBC) are investigated in detail to present their joint impact on purchasing intention of consumers. The confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modelling are performed in AMOS for assessment of survey findings. The research findings from survey analysis reveal that financial and preferential EV policies have a considerable impact towards shaping the attitude of consumers and significantly related to adoption intention of EVs. However, for Shanghainese, preferential policies are more positively associated with consumer purchase intention in comparison with financial policies. Consequently, preferential policies are playing a crucial role in controlling the adoption intention of EVs in China. The principal policy suggestions for various aspects provide multifaceted perceptions for stakeholders to envision electrified transportation.

Purpose: This research study presents empirical evidence supporting the practicality of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) when it comes to predicting intentions and behaviors in Pakistan's organic food industry. The study builds upon prior research by conducting a comprehensive examination of the various components of the TPB. Design/Methodology/Approach: The data collection process involved selecting 350 consumers as the target sample using the purposive sampling technique. The data collection period spanned over a duration of two months. To analyze the data, Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) using Smart PLS 4.0 was employed. Implications/Originality/Value: The study highlights the importance of attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control in predicting intentions related to organic food consumption. It provides theoretical contributions by extending the research on the TPB model, emphasizing the role of environmental knowledge as a moderator, and revealing insights into the significant relationship between attitude, subjective norms, perceived control behaviour and purchase intention and shows significant and positive impact of environmental knowledge between independent and dependent variables.

XPLORED, THROUGH A THOROUGH SEARCH STRATEGY IN SCOPUS AND WEB OF SCIENCE WITH KEYWORDS LIKE "SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION," "RESPONSIBLE PRODUCTION," AND "SDG 12." AFTER DATA SCREENING, IT WILL SYNTHESIZED AND PRESENTED IN THIS RESEARCH PAPER. TO LAY THE GROUNDWORK FOR WISE POLICY CHOICES AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS, THIS RESEARCH PAPER SEEKS TO PROVIDE IMPORTANT INSIGHTS ON THE CONDITION OF RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION PRACTICES IN THE POWERFUL ASIAN ECONOMIES OF TODAY. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The present study investigates the decision-making process of investors on the Pakistan Stock Exchange with regard to portfolio construction, explicitly focusing on the incorporation of ESG concerns. A quantitative research approach has been implemented for this paper. The hypotheses have been developed and tested through the adapted questionnaires. The data were collected from individual Pakistani investors. The present study employed SmartPLS-SEM to quantitatively assess data received from a sample of 421 out of 500 respondents. Based on the available data, investors participating in the Pakistan Stock Exchange are notably impacted by ESG aspects. The findings of this study hold significance for emerging economy firms, regulators, and investors, in terms of both theoretical and practical ramifications. The study's findings demonstrate a clear indication of investors' significant emphasis on ESG matters. This research made a significant contribution to the field of behavioural finance with a focus on ESG-related issues. This work contributes to the literature on ESG elements by using the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) to adapt the ESG components from the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Thomson Reuters Corporate Responsibility Index (TRCRI). Furthermore, it provides valuable insights for stakeholders who are involved in the ever-evolving realm of sustainable finance within developing countries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract Background Oral cancer has created an alarming situation around the world, and being the 16th most common cancer worldwide, it has become a global concern. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of educational intervention based on a theory of planned behavior (TPB) on promoting preventive behaviors of oral cancer in rural women. Methods This quasi-experimental study was conducted on 120 female hookah users referring to rural health centers in Fasa and Shiraz city, Fars province, Iran. The subjects were divided into experimental and control groups by simple random sampling. The educational intervention for the experimental group consisted of 8 training sessions of 50 min. Both groups completed a questionnaire including demographic characteristics and constructs of TPB before and four months after the educational intervention. Data were analyzed using SPSS 22 software through independent t-test, chi-square, and paired t-test (p = 0.05). Results The mean age of the experimental and control group subjects were 41.12 ± 8.86 and 40.63 ± 9.62 years, respectively (p = 0.185). The mean age of onset of hookah use in the experimental and control group was 24.16 ± 9.50 and 23.35 ± 9.44 years, respectively (p = 0.182). Also, before the educational intervention, there was a significant difference between the experimental and control groups in terms of knowledge (p

This study investigates the influence of seven motivational factors on pandemic giving. As COVID-19 struck, many philanthropic donations were initiated in the form of fundraising, and surprisingly, the collections were enormous, even within a limited timeframe. However, such situation is limitedly researched, albeit it may help to improve the approach and strategies of charity organisations in increasing fund collection. Thus, adopting the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB), this study analyses three core components of TPB; attitude, subjective norms and perceived behavioural control, together with another four variables hypothesized to influence giving behaviour; altruism, trust, religiosity and financial wellness. A survey was administered via convenient purposive sampling to test the hypotheses using logistic regression. Findings indicate that cash was the highest option of giving followed by food, manpower, equipment, expertise, and others. Findings also revealed that intention, number of dependents and monthly saving as the best predictor in influencing pandemic giving behaviour among Muslims especially for cash, equipment and expertise giving. Hence, this study suggests charity marketers to focus on strategies that will increase the intention and appropriately target the groups who are willing to contribute. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

With the growing demand for sustainable practises, the food industry is increasingly adopting circular economy approaches. One example is recycling the symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY) used in kombucha fermentation to create value-added products. However, consumer acceptance of such novel products remains unclear. To address this, the present study examined consumer attitudes towards ice cream made with SCOBY as an ingredient and how this affected their intention to consume it. Drawing on the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) and additional constructs such as emotions and food neophobia, an online survey was conducted with New Zealand consumers (N = 170). Results showed that the TPB constructs significantly predicted the intention to consume SCOBY ice cream. Moreover, by adding emotions to the constructs, the model's explanatory power was enhanced. Attitudes, subjective norms, and emotions were the main predictors of intention, which in turn was found to be the main predictor of behaviour. Participants' beliefs about the safety and taste of SCOBY ice cream were significantly correlated with their intention and behaviour, as were the opinions of nutritionists/dietitians, friends, and family. The model accounted for 21.7% of the variance in behaviour and 57.4% of the variance in intention. These findings can be used to plan marketing strategies related to waste-to-value-added products such as SCOBY ice cream. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Universities play an essential role in promoting economic prosperity, social welfare and environmental protection through education and research. However, discrepancies have been pointed out between what consumers express about their environmental concerns and their environmental behaviour is, thus posing a challenge for the effective adaptation and mitigation of climate change. The purpose of this study is to analyse the sequence 'beliefs-attitudes-behaviours' applying the Theory of Planned Behaviour to the context of the university community. To achieve this objective, the hypothesised relations are tested using Partial Least Squares structural equation modeling in a sample of 1991 responses from students and staff at nine Latin American universities. Results show that beliefs and attitudes positively influence intrinsic motivation towards participation in actions related to climate change, and this, together with attitude, influences the pro-environmental behaviour of the university community. Neither extrinsic motivations or individual pro-environmental behaviour do not influence conduct as a member of the community. Affiliation (student vs. employee) moderates some of these relationships. A series of implications for university administrators (e.g., actions oriented towards raising awareness, identification of suitable incentives) are inferred to promote the participation of the community members in pro-environmental actions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Interior design industries have evolved to adopt advanced digital and interactive virtual reality (IVR) technologies for promotion. Marketing using a platform with a virtual interior design feature is an approach that enables not only the building up of a positive image for an interior design firm but also allows customers to experience home design intuitively on the digital platform. This study researched the relationship between the three factors of aesthetics, ease of use, and information quality in digital marketing and consumer satisfaction. Data from 120 respondents were collected via the internet. The results generated from structural equation modelling indicated that the above factors positively influence customer satisfaction with a digital platform empowered with the IVR interior design. It was found that information quality has the most influence among the three factors. Despite numerous scholars having conducted in-depth research on digital marketing, existing research lacks a consumer perspective for examining what factors have the most significant impact on consumers. Moreover, relatively little work has been conducted to determine the customer’s perceptions towards the digital marketing approach using virtual interior design and its interactive features. A theoretical model for interactive virtual interior design features for digital marketing is thus proposed.

The distraction of road users is one of the leading causes of road crashes. In general, distraction in road crashes is often associated with only driving, not walking, however, several studies have highlighted distracted walking as a major cause for road crashes and have also examined distracted walking behaviour and its causes, but there is a paucity of such kind of literature in the context of developing or low-income countries, such as India. This study sought to fill this gap by examining factors that influence pedestrians' use of cell phones for texting while crossing the roads in the city of Bhopal, India. In the present study analysis of psychological factors and socio-economic factors that contribute to distracted walking/crossing was analysed using an extended version of the theory of planned behaviour (TPB). Using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modelling (SEM), this study confirmed the validity of items under each factor of the TPB and then employed SEM to investigate the relationship between the latent variables (attitude, subjective norm, and perceived behaviour control), and demographic characteristics (age, income, and gender) of pedestrians with their intention to text while crossing the street. The results obtained from SEM indicated that the intention to use cell phones for texting at crosswalks was negatively impacted by age, and positively impacted by income level. A significant influence of attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behaviour control was found on the intention to use cell phones. Perceived behaviour control (PBC) was found as the most influential factor for predicting pedestrian intentions to use cell phones, followed by Subjective norms (SN). In addition, perceived behaviour control and the intention to use a cell phone also significantly affected crossing behaviour. The findings from the present study can significantly contribute to enhancing pedestrian safety in transportation research, and a better understanding of the factors contributing to pedestrian fatalities could lead towards safe system approach.

The waste produced swings regardless of individual consumption patterns and social norm variations. People have been required to adapt their everyday dynamics due to the current context imposed by the Covid-19 outbreak. These adaptations in tradition have undoubtedly impacted the environment regarding waste generation and management. Hence, reducing the environmental harm of residential waste through waste segregation and handling is a practical approach. This work used a quantitative method and constructed a research instrument to investigate (398 participants) the determinants influencing Cambodian waste separating intentions and behaviours using the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) during the Covid-19 pandemic. The data was collected and analysed using PLS-SEM. The findings suggested that attitudes, social norms, and moral norms significantly impacted the intention to engage in waste separation and, hence, waste separation behaviour. In addition, the intention construct was found to be the most significant determinant of Cambodian social explicit waste sorting behaviour, suggesting that enhancing the intention of waste separation practice substantially affects waste separation behaviour.

The present research study aims to evaluate the impact of organic certification and trust on consumers’ purchase intention of organic food products by using the TPB framework with evaluating the mediation effect of attitude. The present study is based on 466 western consumers of India collected via convenience sampling method through an online survey and social media. The structured questionnaire was designed in the form of a Google form and a link for the same shared online. The Collected data were analyzed using CFA and SEM. Findings suggest that trust, organic certification, and attitude towards organic food significantly influence purchase intention, whereas subjective norm and perceived behavioural control do not. It empirically confirms the mediating effect of attitude between organic certification and intention to buy. Organic certification and trust both have more of a direct effect on purchase intention than an indirect effect via attitude as a mediator. This study is based on organic food in general and not a for specific product class where the result can be different. The limitation of convenience sampling may affect the result where the future studies can be directed. This paper explores the role of ‘organic certification’ and ‘trust’ in getting insights into Indian consumers’ organic food purchase intention that is rare in nature. Moreover, the mediating role of ‘attitude’ in organic food is examined as a novel contribution in India.

Interior design industries have evolved to adopt advanced digital and interactive virtual reality (IVR) technologies for promotion. Marketing using a platform with a virtual interior design feature is an approach that enables not only the building up of a positive image for an interior design firm but also allows customers to experience home design intuitively on the digital platform. This study researched the relationship between the three factors of aesthetics, ease of use, and information quality in digital marketing and consumer satisfaction. Data from 120 respondents were collected via the internet. The results generated from structural equation modelling indicated that the above factors positively influence customer satisfaction with a digital platform empowered with the IVR interior design. It was found that information quality has the most influence among the three factors. Despite numerous scholars having conducted in-depth research on digital marketing, existing research lacks a consumer perspective for examining what factors have the most significant impact on consumers. Moreover, relatively little work has been conducted to determine the customer's perceptions towards the digital marketing approach using virtual interior design and its interactive features. A theoretical model for interactive virtual interior design features for digital marketing is thus proposed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Green electronic word-of-mouth (GeWOM) is a type of online communication that focuses on eco-friendly products and services. Understanding the determinants of GeWOM can help businesses develop effective strategies for promoting their environmentally friendly products and services. An integration of two main theoretical frameworks was used to analyse the determinants of GeWOM: the Ability, Motivation, and Opportunity (AMO) theory and the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). The current study aims to examine the determinants of green electronic word-of-mouth (GeWOM) through the lens of both AMO and TPB theories. The study further examines the mediating role of tourists' green purchase intentions in the above-mentioned relationships. The data were collected from a sample of 625 tourists in Saudi Arabia using a structured questionnaire and analysed using PLS-SEM. The results showed a significant positive influence of green AMO and green attitude on green purchase intention. Green ability and green attitude have a direct positive influence on GeWOM and indirect influence through green purchase intention. Furthermore, green motivation and opportunity failed to have a significant direct influence on GeWOM; however, they have indirect influence through green purchase intention. The findings have implications for tourism administrators and scholars, particularly in Saudi Arabia, about green tourism development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

• Drivers' acceptance of and interaction with FAVs were investigated. • Three models were developed for positive, disregardful and aggressive interactions. • Drivers' characteristics are associated with their interaction tendency with FAVs. • The current driving behaviour on roads reflects future interactions with FAVs. • Drivers' acceptance and trust of FAVs influence their behavioural responses. Automated vehicles have started to be integrated into the road transportation system and operate in a mixed traffic environment. To ensure a smooth and successful integration, it is vital to have a good understanding of the human factor challenges involved in the process, especially the issues related to other road users who will share roads with automated vehicles. The study focuses on conventional vehicle drivers' acceptance of and interaction with fully automated vehicles (FAV). An online survey with experimental scenarios showing an FAV's lane-changing intention was designed to test the interaction responses of participants. The survey also collected the participants' demographic information (e.g., age, gender, driving experience), self-reported general driving behaviours (e.g., errors, lapses and violations), past benchmark behaviour in the same situation and their acceptance of FAVs. The study recruited 838 participants in total, comprising 465 participants from Australia (216 males vs. 249 females) and 373 participants from China (172 males vs. 201 females). Ordered probit models were developed to predict three types of behavioural responses of drivers in the lane-changing scenario, i.e., positive, disregardful and aggressive responses. The results showed that older drivers, females, and drivers who had less driving experience were more likely to adopt positive interactions with FAVs than their counterparts. Drivers who reported frequent risky driving behaviours (e.g., aggressions, lapses and errors) were less likely to report positive interaction but more likely to report disregardful and aggressive interactions. Drivers reporting more positive/favourable attitudes and a higher trust toward FAVs demonstrated a higher possibility of positive interaction, and those with higher perceived behaviour control were more likely to restrain disregardful interaction. The study helps to form a greater understanding of conventional vehicle drivers' perception of FAVs and the underlying factors that may influence their interaction behavioural tendency. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Blockchain technology (BT) is expected to bring a revolutionary paradigm shift in the manner the transactions are carried in the supply chains. BT provides better visibility and transparency by removing the disadvantages of trust related issues in a supply chain. In this paper, we advance the literature on BT and its adoption in the supply chain by developing, and statistically validating a model for understanding the user perceptions on BT adoption. The model is based on the integration of three adoption theories- technology acceptance model (TAM), technology readiness index (TRI) and the theory of planned behaviour (TPB). Based on a survey of 181 supply chain practitioners in India the proposed model was tested using structural equation modelling. The study found that the TRI constructs- Insecurity and discomfort have an insignificant effect on the perceived ease of use and usefulness. Perceived usefulness, attitude, and perceived behavioural control affect the behavioural intention. Subjective norm has a negligible impact on behavioural intention. This is one of the preliminary studies on BT adoption in supply chain and the findings imply that the supply chain practitioners perceive BT adoption free of efforts and would help them to derive maximum benefits for improving the supply chain effectiveness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The distraction of road users is one of the leading causes of road crashes. In general, distraction in road crashes is often associated with only driving, not walking, however, several studies have highlighted distracted walking as a major cause for road crashes and have also examined distracted walking behaviour and its causes, but there is a paucity of such kind of literature in the context of developing or low-income countries, such as India. This study sought to fill this gap by examining factors that influence pedestrians' use of cell phones for texting while crossing the roads in the city of Bhopal, India. In the present study analysis of psychological factors and socio-economic factors that contribute to distracted walking/crossing was analysed using an extended version of the theory of planned behaviour (TPB). Using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modelling (SEM), this study confirmed the validity of items under each factor of the TPB and then employed SEM to investigate the relationship between the latent variables (attitude, subjective norm, and perceived behaviour control), and demographic characteristics (age, income, and gender) of pedestrians with their intention to text while crossing the street. The results obtained from SEM indicated that the intention to use cell phones for texting at crosswalks was negatively impacted by age, and positively impacted by income level. A significant influence of attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behaviour control was found on the intention to use cell phones. Perceived behaviour control (PBC) was found as the most influential factor for predicting pedestrian intentions to use cell phones, followed by Subjective norms (SN). In addition, perceived behaviour control and the intention to use a cell phone also significantly affected crossing behaviour. The findings from the present study can significantly contribute to enhancing pedestrian safety in transportation research, and a better understanding of the factors contributing to pedestrian fatalities could lead towards safe system approach. • Based on the responses of 438 pedestrians, the present study indicated that the intention to use cell phones for texting at crosswalks was negatively impacted by age, and positively impacted by income level. • Gender was found to have insignificant effect of behavioural intention to use cell phones for texting at crosswalks, while age and income had significant effect. • Perceived behaviour control (PBC) followed by subjective norm (SN) were the most influential factors in predicting behavioural intentions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract In this paper, we investigate entrepreneurial intention by applying the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) by Ajzen (1991). We specifically examine the role of gender on entrepreneurial education and role models or parental self-employment (PSE), by carrying out a multi-group analysis (MGA). We used a web-based questionnaire to collect information from 216 students at a Spanish university. Data are analysed with the help of Structural Equation Modelling (SEM)–Partial Least Square (PLS). We conducted a tripartite analysis on Complete, Male, and Female Models. Regarding the Complete and Male Models, all the primary hypotheses (5 in total) were accepted, compared with four for the Female Model. In this study, the primary hypotheses focus on the core variables of the TPB. We recommend the institutionalization of traineeship, elective courses, conference and workshops on entrepreneurship to boost the entrepreneurial spirit of students. Though this study has confirmed the applicability of the TPB model to entrepreneurial intention, we did not find a significant relationship between Males and Females about their entrepreneurial intentions for some relationships. However, this study suggests that the relationship between PSE and perceived behavioural control (PBC) is stronger for Males than Females Our results have implications for entrepreneurship education scholars, program evaluators, and policymakers.

This study discusses a comparative idea of intention between al-Ghazali and modern perspective of intention based on the notable Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). Using a multi-methods qualitative design, this study found that there were some significant differences between the concepts adopted by al-Ghazali and TPB. Although both theories validate the intention as mediating factor to actual behavior, the factors that influence the intention are disparate. Al-Ghazali emphasizes knowledge as the main trigger to intention, while modern theory of TPB emphasizes perceived behavioral control as the main predictor. This study shows how the differences between these two theories can be consolidated and integrated practically because the underlying concept of intention as a mediator to actual behaviour is identical. From the findings of this study, the model of intention from al- Ghazali's thought has been built which clearly demonstrates the differences with that of the theory of intention from the modern perspective. Although both theories are different in terms of major emphasis, nevertheless, it can be integrated into a more ethical and dynamic model of intention and behavioural action. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

• Driver and passenger intentions to always wear seatbelts were examined. • The investigation of factors influencing intentions to always wear a seatbelt was guided by the Theory of Planned Behaviour. • Critical beliefs underpinning seatbelt use and non-use were elicited. • Perceived behavioural control and subjective norm significantly predicted driver's intentions to always wear a seatbelt. • Only subjective norm predicted passenger's intentions to always wear a seatbelt. • Extended constructs of habit, past behaviour, and moral norm were also examined as predictors of intentions to always wear a seatbelt. Although seatbelt wearing rates among drivers and other vehicle occupants are relatively high in Australia, approximately-one third of vehicle occupants killed in crashes are unrestrained. The aim of this study was to identify factors that predict intentions to always wear a seatbelt as both a driver and passenger, through the use of an extended Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). This study used a mixed methods design, consisting of both qualitative (Phase 1- focus groups) and quantitative (Phase 2- Survey) methods with licensed Queensland (state of Australia where the study was conducted) drivers. In Phase 2, a convenience sample of 125 participants responded to an online survey. The survey assessed intentions to always wear a seatbelt both as a driver and as a passenger. The results of Phase 1 revealed the salient normative, behavioural, and control beliefs underpinning this behaviour. These beliefs were incorporated into the survey for Phase 2. The results of Phase 2 identified that the standard TPB constructs accounted for 70.5% of the variance in intention to always wear a seatbelt as a driver and 51% of the variance in intention as a passenger. However, perceived behavioural control (PBC) and subjective norm were the only significant predictors of intention to always wear a seatbelt as a driver, while subjective norm was the only significant predictor of intention as a passenger. The extended TPB explained a significant amount of additional variance over and above the standard TPB for both the driver (2.1%) and the passenger (15.2%) contexts. Mediation analyses also confirmed the importance of considering not only the direct but also indirect effects of the study's key constructs. Results confirmed the perspective that past behaviour's effect is at least partially, and in the case of the relationship between past behaviour and attitude, fully mediated by habit. The results confirmed that while most participants reported always wearing their seatbelt irrespective of whether they were said to be a driver or passenger in a vehicle, there are some instances where they may be less likely to wear their seatbelt. The study highlights the complexities associated with understanding the motivations of seatbelt wearing intentions and the need for further research to ensure the motivations underpinning seatbelt use are well-understood. Such motivations need to be clear to help inform the development of future, targeted interventions to enhance seatbelt wearing intentions and ultimately behaviour. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this paper, we aim to examine people's EV purchase intention in Hong Kong, an Asian compact city, and how the influential factors are different from the Western context, for which a low-density Nordic context, Denmark, was chosen. To achieve this, we conducted a survey in Hong Kong to understand the effects of several key factors, including subjective norms, personal norms, and perceptions and knowledge about EVs. Structural equation modelling was employed and multi-group analysis was conducted. Our findings show that EV purchase intentions in Hong Kong are highly value-driven with the assimilation to social expectations directly and strongly encouraging individuals' EV acceptance, which is different from the European case where the adoption desire is built upon the assessment of usage difficulty. In addition, range anxiety poses a direct deterrence to EV adoption even in the compact city. Availability of charging opportunities, be it the public ones or home-based ones, plays a critical role in an individual's decision of EV adoption in the high-density city. Our study reveals a strong disparity in the pathways towards EV adoption between the Asian and the Nordic contexts, thereby illustrating the necessity to differentiate e-mobility promotion policies in compact cities from low-density cities. • We analyse the influential factors of EV purchase intention in Hong Kong & Denmark. • Attitude, moral obligation and perceived ease of use affect EV adoption. • EV purchase intentions are highly value-driven in Hong Kong. • Range anxiety poses a deterrence to EV adoption even in the compact city (HK). • Availability of charging facilities is key to EV adoption. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]