Research: Water Pollution Status and Solutions in Vietnam
Abstract:
Water is an indispensable and limited resource crucial for the continuation of life on the Earth. The escalating global population and rapid industrial expansion have led to heightened rates of emissions and pollution, making the reclamation of contaminated water an urgent necessity. Polluted water, unfit for human and animal consumption, can lead to various illnesses or fatalities. The toxic substances present in water can exert both acute and chronic detrimental effects on both human health and the environment. Water purification aims to eliminate these toxins, including undesirable chemical and biological contaminants, as well as suspended solids and gases, to restore water to a safe state. This ensures that the water meets the stringent standards required for medical, pharmacological, industrial, and chemical applications.
Research: Economic Implications of Biotech-Driven Functional Foods: The Role of Consumer Trust and Scientific Validation, Moderated by Health Awareness
Abstract:
This study investigates the economic value of biotech-based functional foods by assessing the role of scientific validation and consumer trust, with consumer health awareness as a moderating factor. Grounded in Trust Theory (Mayer et al., 1995) and the Health Belief Model (Rosenstock, 1966; Becker & Maiman, 1975), the research frames economic value as an outcome of institutional credibility and consumer health behavior. A quantitative survey of 372 professionals in biotechnology, nutrition, the food industry, and regulatory fields was conducted using a five-point Likert scale. Results indicate that scientific validation (β = 0.635) and consumer trust (β = 0.508) significantly enhance the economic value of functional foods. Furthermore, health awareness (β = 0.472) strengthens the effect of trust, demonstrating its moderating role in shaping consumer adoption and willingness to pay. By integrating scientific credibility, trust, and health motivation, this study offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the drivers of market performance in functional foods. The findings provide actionable insights for policymakers, food companies, and health advocates seeking to promote preventive nutrition and secure consumer confidence.