Purpose The paper analyzes the adaptive behavior of farmers in the Yunnan province of China, where drought is occurring more frequently. We focus on the experiences with adaptation to climate change by farmers in the rural areas of China. Methodology/approach The research is based on a survey...

In this study, we examine the performance of portfolios based on excess cash holdings using a sample of UK listed firms. We argue that firms with excess cash holdings outperform firms that hold less cash. Strategically, excess cash holdings provide advantages in the product market and have been...

We propose new models, simulations, and data analyses to elaborate on the process of formation of a network. In these models, new agents search edges instead of nodes before connecting to other agents. The edges can represent patents between technology firms, assets between dealers, viruses...

We propose new models, simulations, and data analyses to elaborate on the process of formation of a network. In these models, new agents search edges instead of nodes before connecting to other agents. The edges can represent patents between technology firms, assets between dealers, viruses...

In concern of resource sustainability and environmental friendliness, organic compounds as electrode materials for rechargeable batteries have attracted increasing attentions on account of their recyclability and highly tailorable properties. However, some organic electrode materials show...

Understanding the gist of graphene in fluid lubrication is crucial to develop graphene-enhanced industrial lubricants, yet the prerequisite for modulating high-performance graphene hybrid lubricants is to change its inherent surface characteristics and obtain good dispersion stability. Herein,...

The interface photodynamic heat transformation technology is one of the most promising solar energy application technologies. Despite the vigorous development of high-efficiency interface conversion materials, hindrances such as low conversion rate and poor stability are still encountered....

Three-short pass cooling channels are typical internal cooling structures used in turbine blades. It well manipulates the flow field and controls heat transfer. However, a high-pressure pressure drop is one of the main concerns of this cooling channel design. Numerous prior works have varied...

The formation of environmentally persistent free radicals (EPFRs) is always associated with the valence changes of transition metals. The crystalline structures of metal oxides and the role of degradation byproducts in the formation and stabilization of EPFRs have not been fully addressed. In...