MingDao University

About: MingDao University is a education organization based out in Bitou, Taiwan. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Thin film & Coating. The organization has 557 authors who have published 903 publications receiving 17915 citations.

Is moral intensity applicable to natural environment issues

Abstract: Previous research about moral intensity has mostly centered on ethical issues related to people, with relatively less exploration of ethical decisions related to the natural environment. Therefore, this study investigated perceptions toward three aspects of business environmental ethics, including natural ecology definition, business ecological role and business environmental protection; as well as the relationship among three aspects of business environmental ethics and moral intensity was investigated. The authors used the data collected from a survey of staffs, trainees, and trainers of a consulting and training institute, which was established more than 40 years ago. After gathering 448 effective responses, we used structural equation model to test the hypotheses. Results showed that moral intensity may be more prone to teleology and therefore can not be fully supported in this study to apply to natural environment issues. After all, directions for further research and implications for practice were provided. Key words: Business environmental ethics, ethical issues, moral intensity, natural environment issues environmental ethics.

Removal of cadmium from contaminated soils by multiple washing with iron (III) chloride.

Abstract: In the present study, three concentrations of FeCl3 were applied to the Cd-contaminated soils at two solid-to-solution ratios, and 1–3 washes were applied. The Cd removal percentages increased with the number of washes. An optimal treatment for removing Cd from the soil was a solid-to-solution ratio of 1/2 using 45 mM FeCl3 and three washes. However, the application of FeCl3 decreased the soil pH values, increased the soil electrical conductivity, and also changed the exchangeable concentrations of cations. These changes negatively influenced the germination percentage of pak choi (Brassica campestris L. ssp. chinensis) compared with control soils.

Push-pull factors of E-Learning in the hotel industry

Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to adopt the Multi-Theme Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory to explore the push and pull factors for the usage of E-learning. Design/methodology/approach – The framework was developed from a review and synthesis of the literature. More specifically, gaps in the literature were identified and a push/pull factor for E-learning in hotel industry was investigated. Findings – This paper clarify the pull or push factors with the help of research conclusions and have a more direct and effective influence on the usage of E-learning for the employees of the hotel industry. Research limitations/implications – This study can serve as a foundation for future research in E-learning for the employees of the hotel industry. More specifically, expects to distinguish whether or not it is the push factor or the pull factor that has a more direct and effective influence on the utilization, which is an important contribution. Practical implications – The study evaluate pull...

Characteristics of DMFC electrodes improve by the MPII Pt–Ru catalysts

Abstract: Direct methanol fuel cells (DMFC) are attractive for various applications. However, various barriers must be overcome before they are extensively applied. This study applies a simple procedure to prepare Pt–Ru/C catalyst based on a novel deposition system, which includes magnetron sputtering and metal-plasma ion implantation (MPII). The catalyst film structure and microstructure were analyzed by X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and scanning electronic microscopy. The cell performance is tested in a single-cell test. Under optimal conditions (accelerating voltage of 20 kV and an implantation dose of 1 × 10 17 ions/cm 2 ), the cell performance of DMFC can be improved.