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Research management in higher education institutions in Bolivia and Paraguay: a...
Silva, Fátima Matos; Ramazanova, Makhabbat; Albuquerque, Helena; Fuentes Ávila, Jorge Eduardo; Barrera Zuleta, Beatriz Margarita; Marín Guzmán, SilviaThe primary purpose of this article is to present the results of a SWOT analysis of research management in higher education institutions in Bolivia and Paraguay. When managing research, it is crucial to comprehensively understand the internal and external factors that might influence the efficacy of the research management process within higher education institutions (HEIs). This involves identifying the streng...
Evaluating the drivers of outbound tourism: Evidence from Central Asia
Ibragimov, Khusen; Marques, Jorge; Flores, Rogelio Jr.; Ramazanova, MakhabbatPurpose – This study analyses the outbound tourism demand of Central Asia to 76 destinations for the twenty-one-year period (1995-2015). The main objective is to investigate the extent to which economic and non-economic determinants impact the volume of outbound tourism flows in Central Asia. Methodology/Design/Approach – The study formalizes the static panel data, the set of 76 destinations, and five Central A...
Analysis of factors influencing the academic conference participation
Marques, Jorge; Ramazanova, MakhabbatThis article aims to explore the main factors that influence academics’ decision to participate in academic and scientific events. A quantitative methodology is developed by applying online questionnaires to academics who regularly participate in scientific events. Results show that the factors that tend to influence the decision to participate in scientific events can be grouped into four types: organizational...
Research management in Higher Education Institutions from developing countries:...
Pacheco, Luís Miguel; Tavares, Fernando Oliveira; Ramazanova, Makhabbat; Fuentes Ávila, Jorge; Albuquerque, Helena; Silva, Fátima Matos; Marques, JorgeResearch outputs in higher education institutions (HEIs) are crucially dependent on the research management process. Departing from a SWOT analysis, the main objective of this paper is to analyze the perceptions of stakeholders (researchers, teachers, and senior research managers) regarding the main strengths and weaknesses of HEIs, as well as assess the potential opportunities and threats present in the extern...
Tourism and Climate Change: Research on Global Challenges and Opportunities
Marques, Jorge; Ramazanova, Makhabbat; Albuquerque, HelenaThis book focuses on the intricate relationship between climate change and the tourism industry, examining the challenges and opportunities arising from this global phenomenon. The tourism sector, a significant contributor to both the acceleration and impact of climate change, is scrutinized for its carbon footprint in transportation and accommodation. The direct consequences of extreme weather events further c...
Climate Change and Tourism: A Global Challenge with Regional Impacts and Responses
Ramazanova, Makhabbat; Albuquerque, Helena; Marques, JorgeClimate change is a pressing global challenge that significantly impacts the tourism sector. At the same time, it is influenced by the sector’s greenhouse gas emissions. This chapter examines the bidirectional relationship between tourism and climate change through a regional lens, analysing vulnerabilities, adaptation strategies, and mitigation efforts across Africa, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the...
Haenessing cultural heritage for domestic tourism growth
Yevloyeva, A. S.; Ramazanova, MakhabbatCultural heritage plays a pivotal role in driving tourism and fostering national identity. [...]
Strategic Management Structure of an Eco-Destination
Carvalho, João M. S.; Ramazanova, Makhabbat; Pacheco, Luís Miguel; Durão, Marília; Nogueira, SóniaEcotourism has become increasingly important and should be strategically managed to contribute to the local development of eco-destinations, providing significant economic benefits at local, regional, and national levels. Thus, this study aimed to investigate what concepts or constructs are used to define ecotourism from the perspective of place-making and destination marketing as the chosen approach to ecotour...
Emerging trends in eco-cultural tourism: A bibliometric analysis of 25 years of...
Durão, Marília; Ramazanova, Makhabbat; Nogueira, Sónia; Carvalho, João M. S.; Pacheco, Luís MiguelEco-cultural tourism, situated at the intersection of ecotourism and cultural tourism, has emerged as a dynamic research field that bridges ecological conservation and cultural heritage, offering new perspectives on sustainable tourism development. [...]
Tourists’ views on sustainable heritage management in Porto, Portugal: Balancin...
Ramazanova, Makhabbat; Silva, Fátima Matos; Freitas, Isabel Vaz deThis research explores the perceptions of tourists regarding the state and sustainable management of tangible cultural heritage in the city of Porto (Portugal), the destination recognised for its historical and cultural heritage. Porto attracts a growing number of tourists due to its rich heritage, encompassing cultural, architectural, and scenic elements. This rising demand necessitates sustainable management ...