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- 40 Anos de Ensino Superior Politécnico em Portugal. Caminhos percorridos e a percorrer…Publication . Mourato, Joaquim
- Agricultural Land, Sustainable Food and Crop Productivity: An Empirical Analysis on Environmental Sustainability as a Moderator from the Economy of ChinaPublication . Fahmida Laghari; Farhan Ahmed; Babar Ansari; Paulo Jorge Silveira FerreiraThe availability of agricultural land is central to stimulating reserves in sustainable food and crop production amidst accelerating economic sustainability and growth. Therefore, this article aims to investigate the influence of agricultural land (AGL) on food production (FP) and crop production (CP) with the linkage of environmental sustainability (ES) as a moderator from 1990 to 2021 for the economy of China with the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) bounds testing estimation model. Our findings showed that the ARDL model estimates the long-term and short-term joint matching relationships between agricultural land and the independent variables in the model, which is a statistically significant outcome. Therefore, in the long term, the food and crop production adjustment for speed to steadiness was huge as it was projected at 1.337%, 53.6%, 133.5%, and 37.4%, respectively, in all the models, which shows that the adjustment for speed of models is a good post-shock association process. We found evidence for a significant and positive relationship between agricultural land and food and crop production in ordinary least square (OLS) estimation, which also ensured the outcomes of the primary model. Furthermore, Toda–Yamamoto Granger causality test estimation found reverse causality between food production (FP) and crop production (CP) and showed evidence of the conservation hypothesis. We found bidirectional causality between food production and agricultural land and between crop production and agricultural land, which shows evidence of the feedback hypothesis. Additionally, the empirical findings of a robustness check with fully modified ordinary least square (FMOLS) and dynamic ordinary least square (DOLS) techniques showed consistency with the investigations of ARDL estimation in the long run, ensuring the validity and strength of the primary outcomes. Overall, the present paper brings fresh knowledge about agricultural land use, and food and crop production to promote environmental sustainability
- Alignment between the Strategic Plans of Island Regions and the Agenda 2030 for Sustainable DevelopmentPublication . Mourato, Joaquim; Jose, Ana; IntechopenThe climate of increasing competitiveness between cities, leads to an urgent need for territorial actors to find solutions, so that cities become a more attractive space for different targets. Although cities are considered centers of innovation and social and economic development, their unplanned and unsustainable growth has resulted in harmful consequences for the environment, community, tourism, among others. This research aims to make a comparative analysis between the Strategic Plan for Sustainable Development of Cape Verde, the National Development Plan of São Tomé and Príncipe and the Proposal for the Sustainable Development Plan of the Autonomous Region of Príncipe, considering the theoretical contributions and the guidelines of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It concludes about the similarities and differences between the plans, both in terms of the depth of the elements analyzed, as well as in alignment with the Agenda 2030.
- Analysis of EU investment on rural development and its impact on Portuguese rural regions in the period 2011-2021Publication . Isabel Abreu; Joaquim Mourato; Francisco J. MesiasEU's rural areas are an essential part of the European way of life, covering more than 75 % of the Union's territory and housing over 25 % of its population. However, they experience major imbalances compared to urban areas. Thus, it is important to analyse whether EU's rural development (RD) policy is effective in promoting the development of rural areas. This study uses a RD index for 9 Portuguese NUTS 3 regions, with data from 2011 and 2021. The results are then compared with the financial support delivered by EU funds and show their impact on RD in Portugal
- Being a Foster Family in Portugal—Motivations and ExperiencesPublication . Diogo, Elisete; Branco, Francisco: Foster care is an almost absent component in the child care system and scientific research conducted in Portugal foster comprises 3.2%1 of out-of-home care in Portugal. This research aims to contribute to a deeper visibility of the care phenomena, giving specific attention to the foster families themselves. This research adopted a qualitative analytical approach, inspired by Grounded Theory. Foster families’ motivation is rooted in altruism, affection for children, and sensitivity to maltreatment. Personal and professional biography or past contact with out-of-home care can also induce predisposition to become a carer. The experience of being a carer2 is one of traversing through a life of many challenges and rewards. Considering the recognition from the stakeholders, it is a rewarding task. The quality of the service provided and the performance of the care professionals are both key elements to foster care.
- Bitcoin’s multifractal influence: deciphering the relationship with conventional and renewable energy marketsPublication . Ayesha Rasool Malik; Faheem Aslam; Paulo FerreiraThe annual electricity consumption of cryptocurrency mining has witnessed significant growth in recent years, fueled by an increase in market participation and the escalating complexity of the mining process. This has led to carbon emissions that exceed those generated by several developed nations. The growing impact of global warming and rising environmental concerns has brought increased scrutiny to Bitcoin’s energy consumption, particularly its potential to influence prices in unforeseen ways. This study investigates multifractal behavior in the cross-correlation of the Cambridge Bitcoin Electricity Consumption Index (CBECI) with both conventional and renewable energy prices using the Multifractal Detrended Cross-Correlation Analysis (MFDCCA) method. For renewable energy, we considered WilderHill Clean Energy, S&P Global Eco, S&P Global Clean Energy, OMX Solar Energy, and OMX Renewable Energy Index. For conventional energy, we considered the daily prices of WTI crude oil, Brent oil, heating oil, Newcastle coal, and natural gas. The daily price data range from 2 April 2013, to 29 August 2023, encompassing 1709 observations. Additionally, we employed a rolling window analysis to uncover the time-varying dynamics in the cross-correlations and persistence levels between Bitcoin electricity consumption and energy prices. The findings reveal the existence of a cross-correlation between the CBECI and energy markets. Overall, the CBECI exhibits a persistent cross-correlation with both energy markets; however, it is more persistent in the fossil fuel market, specifically in the coal market. These findings suggest the incorporation of dynamic changes in the CBECI in portfolio management for effective risk management strategies.
- Border Effect in Iberian Interregional TradePublication . Mourato, Joaquim; Ferreira, Ricardo Carvalho BrunoRegardless of their formal existence, borders do have an effect of diminishing trade. The reduction that the existence of a border causes on potential trade flows is classified as “border effect”. The present paper provides an estimation of such effect on the Portugal -Spain border. For this, interregional trade relations are considered. All 20 peninsular NUTII regions are concerned. Data used are the interregional Iberian trade matrices provided in Ferreira (2008). A model for these flows is conducted using, among several other explaining factors, the existence of a national border between regions. Thus the border effect is predicted. On this paper we provide an estimation of border effects by economic sectors, showing that different industries experience in different manners the consequences of borders
- Communication and Gender in the Communication Departments of Public Higher Education Institutions of Porto CityPublication . Adriana Oliveira; Paulo Ferreira; Rui Castanho; Rita Estrada; Anabela Mesquita; Carla SousaGender issues are still a major topic in the job market today. According to Portuguese law, organizations must put into action plans and objectives to eradicate gender discrimination and implement measures that contribute to the balance between the professional and personal lives of employees. Communication is one of the key areas for promoting and strengthening gender equality in society and organizations, particularly in higher education institutions, with communication departments playing a leading role. For this reason, this study formulated the following research question: What role do gender issues play in the communication departments of public higher education institutions of Porto City? And its main objective was defined as: to study the presence of women in the communication departments of public higher education institutes of Porto City, Portugal. The sample consisted of 21 communication departments of both the Polytechnic and the University of Porto. To conduct the research, a quantitative approach was used, with data being collected through a questionnaire survey. We concluded that public higher education institutions of Porto City need to create and implement action plans and objectives to eliminate gender discrimination and also to disclose them to their employees.
- Company Management in the Insurance Sector: Valuing Employees and their Work Commitment.Publication . Serrasqueiro, João; Felix, Marta; Veiga, Pedro Mota; Ferreira, Paulo Jorge Silveira; Almeida, DoraThis study focuses mainly on the role of employees in insurance companies in Portugal, analysing the importance of valuing them and their commitment to their work. Considering the above, this research aims to examine which aspects lead to greater commitment on the part of employees and what makes them feel valued within the organisations where they work. A quantitative methodology was used to fulfil this objective, and a questionnaire was applied to various employees in the insurance companies operating in the Portuguese market. The study’s results of the study highlight a positive relationship between leadership, the inclusion of employees, and their commitment to work. They also highlight that participation in decision-making positively influences their satisfaction, appreciation, and loyalty to their company. It can, therefore, be concluded that investing in employees and increasing their satisfaction and commitment is crucial for sustainable growth and organisational success.
- Descobrindo a Educação Inclusiva através dos olhos dos alunos de Territórios Educativos de Intervenção Prioritária (TEIP)Publication . Kamp, Marcia; Carvalho, Carolina; Marchão, Amélia; Martins, Maria José D.; Santos, SofiaNo âmbito da educação inclusiva, Portugal tem desenvolvido medidas para diminuir assimetrias socioeconómicas e geográficas, nomeadamente, o programa Territórios Educativos de Intervenção Prioritária (TEIP), cuja monitorização deve integrar a voz ativa dos principais intervenientes e incluir os alunos. Contudo, há poucas evidências da voz dos alunos sobre as escolas TEIP. No presente estudo, o objetivo foi analisar a perceção dos alunos de programas TEIP sobre: 1) a educação inclusiva, 2) as práticas inclusivas dos professores, 3) o ambiente escolar inclusivo e 4) como essa perceção evolui ao longo do percurso académico, analisando-se as seguintes variáveis: sexo, apoio educativo e retenção. Para isso, 637 alunos de escolas TEIP, entre os 6 e 18 anos, 319 do sexo feminino e 318 do masculino responderam ao questionário Perceções dos alunos sobre educação inclusiva. Os resultados indicam que os alunos avaliam positivamente as iniciativas das escolas em prol da inclusão, embora apontem a necessidade de os professores consultarem mais os alunos sobre como melhorar o ambiente de sala de aula. A perceção positiva da educação inclusiva é geral entre os alunos, sem diferenças significativas entre raparigas e rapazes. No entanto, há espaço para aprimoramento das práticas pedagógicas e a nível da investigação