Zhang Xuefeng (1984–2026) was a prominent Chinese education entrepreneur, lecturer, social-media influencer, and education consultant known for offering blunt, employment-oriented advice on university choice, major selection, and career planning. His public influence made visible a broader social problem: …

Decades of research on intercultural competence (ICC) development in higher education have primarily focused on interventions implemented during enrollment, with limited attention to the experiences students bring with them upon entry. This study therefore explores differences in ICC at the point of …

This thesis investigates the structural feasibility of a vertical extension on an existing former industrial building located in Eltville am Rhein, Germany. The case study focuses on a former cocoa factory constructed in the 1960s, which was later partially converted into residential use. Due to the …

BACKGROUND: Family members play a vital role in supporting patients during hospitalization, yet their involvement is often insufficiently recognized. Existing family assessment tools are typically developed for community or long-term care settings and are too complex or time-intensive for hospital use. …

Integration of agent-based modeling (ABM) and life cycle assessment (LCA) has been proposed and applied as an approach to leverage the complementary strengths of both methods in assessing sustainability impacts within complex socio-technical systems. However, the existing literature has focused primarily …

Public charging points in neighbourhoods are essential for charging electric vehicles (EVs). Efficient use of these shared charging points requires cooperation from neighbours. Communication and agreements between neighbours regarding the use of charging points are important for cooperation, yet have …

In recent years, care for people with severe mental illnesses (SMI) has shifted from institutional to recovery-based treatment in which informal caregivers often have an important role. However, their increased involvement has elevated issues such as role strain or burden of care, which indicates that …

University Medical Centre, Human Movement Sciences, School of Sports Studies & University of Groningen, Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen, The Netherlands Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant effect on people’s mental health and levels of physical activity, especially in …

This chapter “Sustainable City Logistics” explores how cities are transitioning toward more efficient, low-emission, and multimodal logistics systems. Traditional urban freight has long depended on vans and trucks, which, while essential, contribute significantly to congestion, emissions, and noise. …