Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) such as bisphenols, phthalates, parabens, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are pervasive contaminants linked to reproductive, metabolic, and cardiovascular dysfunctions. Advances in wearable technologies have introduced non-invasive, sweat-based sensors capable of real-time detection of EDCs and their metabolites, providing a dynamic reflection of systemic circulation within a diluted biological matrix. However, the accuracy can be impaired by variability in sweat partitioning and sweat rate, where cross-validation with LC-MS/MS is still required. This narrative review elaborates the current progress in wearable biosensors, including the integration of nanocomposites, molecularly imprinted polymers, and catalytic interfaces. We also discuss the convergence of these systems with Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure and artificial intelligence, establishing an intelligent framework for population-level surveillance. Collectively, these technologies represent a transformative step toward real-time EDCs assessment and preventive environmental health.
This study uses quantitative analysis methods to examine and analyze the influence of digital marketing, brand influencers, and online customer reviews on purchasing decisions in e-commerce shopee (case study on students of the Faculty of Economics, University of Muhammadiyah Aceh). The population in this study were all students of the Faculty of Economics, the University of Muhammadiyah Aceh who use e-commerce shopee. The research sample was set at 96 customers. The sample size was determined based on the Rao Purba formula. Sampling was carried out using a purposive sampling technique. The primary data was collected by distributing questionnaires. The analysis technique used multiple linear regression. The results showed that online customer reviews and digital marketing had a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions in e-commerce shopee. Brand influencers did not have a significant effect on purchasing decisions in e-commerce shopee. Furthermore, all variables simultaneously affect purchasing decisions in e-commerce shopee (case study on students of the Faculty of Economics, University of Muhammadiyah Aceh).
The green building index (GBI) is an important certification tool to promote sustainable practices and energy-efficient building designs. This study investigates the implementation and effectiveness of the GBI in public hospital buildings in Malaysia. A qualitative research approach was employed, combining an extensive literature review with semi-structured interviews involving five key stakeholders from the Ministry of Health and the Public Works Department, including engineers and an architect involved in the planning, construction, and management of healthcare facilities. Thematic analysis identified three themes: GBI’s influence on sustainability outcomes, GBI’s overall effectiveness in promoting sustainable healthcare facilities, and the measurable benefits achieved through GBI’s implementation. The results show that GBI implementation in Malaysian public hospitals provides substantial benefits including improved energy and water efficiency, reduced operating and maintenance costs, and enhanced indoor environmental quality that supports patient recovery, staff well‑being, and overall operational sustainability. The study also underscores alignment with Malaysia’s commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 11 on sustainable cities and communities. The findings offer practical guidance for policymakers, facility managers, and designers on utilising GBI criteria to enhance sustainability in the planning, design, and management of healthcare facilities. Future research could expand the scope to private healthcare facilities and apply mixed method approaches to deepen understanding GBI’s impact across diverse healthcare contexts.
This study examines the contribution of focal point mechanisms, participatory workshops, and technical assistance in mainstreaming disaster risk reduction (DRR) into local governance in Pidie Jaya Regency, Indonesia. The study employed a descriptive approach combining qualitative and simple quantitative analyses through document review, institutional role mapping, surveys, and observations of cross-sectoral socialization and workshop activities involving 25 local government agencies. The findings reveal that the establishment of focal points and task-based socialization significantly enhanced institutional understanding of disaster management responsibilities and inter-agency coordination, with comprehension levels ranging from 86.7% to 96.4% and overall assessment scores exceeding 91%. In addition, participatory workshops and continuous technical assistance effectively facilitated the identification of institutional roles, strengthened cross-sectoral collaboration, and supported the integration of disaster risk reduction priorities into sectoral planning documents, including strategic plans and annual work plans. All workshop indicators recorded positive scores ranging from 88.5% to 94.5%, with an overall effectiveness score of 90.91%. These findings demonstrate that participatory and collaborative approaches supported by continuous technical assistance play a significant role in embedding disaster risk reduction into local governance systems. The study concludes that mainstreaming disaster risk reduction requires more than formal planning instruments; it depends on institutional capacity, effective coordination mechanisms, and sustained stakeholder engagement. Focal point mechanisms, participatory workshops, and technical assistance represent complementary strategies for promoting integrated and sustainable local disaster governance.
The ease of accessing financial information through social media has transformed how Generation Z acquires knowledge and shapes their financial behavior, yet this does not necessarily translate into sound personal financial management. This study aims to analyze the effect of financial accounting literacy on the personal financial management behavior of Generation Z, and to test and explore the role of social media as a source of financial information in moderating this relationship. This study employs an explanatory sequential mixed methods design, beginning with a quantitative phase using a survey of 150 purposively selected Generation Z respondents (born 1997-2012), analyzed using Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA), followed by a qualitative phase through in-depth interviews with eight selected informants to deepen and explain the quantitative findings. The (illustrative) quantitative results indicate that financial accounting literacy has a significant positive effect on personal financial management behavior, social media as a source of financial information also has a significant positive effect, and, more interestingly, social media significantly and positively moderates (strengthens) the effect of financial literacy on financial management behavior. The qualitative phase reveals the mechanism behind these findings: social media functions as a 'double-edged sword' for Generation Z. For individuals with adequate financial literacy, social media reinforces understanding through the ability to filter and evaluate content credibility (critical financial literacy), whereas for individuals with low literacy, exposure to finfluencer content risks encouraging impulsive and speculative financial behavior driven by information overload and fear of missing out (FOMO) toward investment trends. This study contributes theoretically by broadening the understanding of the dual role of social media in digital financial literacy, and offers practical implications for educational institutions and regulators in designing financial education programs that equip Generation Z with critical thinking skills toward financial content on social media, rather than mere access to information.
