Giuseppe T. Cirella

University of Gdańsk | UG · Faculty of Economics

The answers to the questions of why and how people live where they live as well as how they maintain and integrate with one another are fundamental human settlement issues rooted in history and culture. Human settlements are historically linked to resource availability, fortification, and the mythos of civilizations. Cities play a central role in r...

that reflect organizational expectation and delineate performance ; (2) a measurement comprising of the metrics used to operationalize performance; (3) a review referring to the evaluation and feedback of performance information; (4) a performance-related reward system, and (5) a "refresh-ing" phase (Franco-Santos and Otley 2018). "Refreshing" of P...

This book explores in detail how African countries dealt with the pandemic and how it affected different aspects of different economies and social structures. Observing how human beings change the environment and, specifically, how population growth and urbanization negatively impact nature, recently shocked economies and social upheaval in Africa...

This authoritative handbook offers insights into the complexities of post-war reconstruction and development economics in Ukraine. Covering a broad spectrum of topics, from bolstering national security to fostering sustainable economic growth, it offers a comprehensive understanding of the economic dynamics, factors, and practical applications shap...

This study examines the political economy underlying the design and implementation of land acquisition and restructuring, a territorial policy aimed at reducing affluence disparity. It focuses on the city of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where major land invasions occurred between September 2015 and March 2022 in response to prolonged and acute inequality...

This Special Issue (SI), titled “Human Geography: Interrelationships between People, Place, and the Environment,” represents a significant advancement in human geography scholarship. Comprising 25 contributions, it offers a thorough and nuanced examination of the field, blending both foundational ideas and emerging perspectives. Each article provid...

This study examines the application of ethical principles within Nigerian tertiary institutions, with a specific focus on mass communication departments, including journalism, public relations, and advertising, across selected higher education institutions. Utilizing an online questionnaire distributed to students and conducting interviews with lec...

Climate change has significantly threatened the health, safety, and prosperity of human beings. Decarbonization movement has been started and deepened with the implementation of carbon neutral goals at different scales to decelerate climate change and alleviate associated disasters. Despite efforts being made late and being slow to mitigate, climat...

"Urban Climate Change Adaptation" is a timely and informative book that delves into the complex challenges posed by climate change and explores the pathways to achieving environmental sustainability. The book begins by examining the scientific consensus on climate change, detailing the causes and consequences of rising global temperatures, changing...

Introduction Like in many parts of the world, the Baltic Sea experiences a multitude of processes and stressors that influence fish stock dynamics. This paper compartmentalizes 250 publications that examine the cumulative effects and trade-offs of some of the most significant environmental drivers (temperature change, hypoxia, nutrient enrichment,...

Community forests in Myanmar serve as vital resources for fulfilling local residents' fundamental needs. This study aims to evaluate the influence of community forestry on the livelihoods of these residents, employing panel data and a difference-indifferences methodology. Central to this evaluation are the important roles played by management commi...

This study looks at the degree to which lecturers and students of higher institutions in Nigeria perceive the role of lecturers doubling as parents under the term lecturenting. Lecturenting is a coinage used to refer to a person who performs the dual roles of lecturing and parenting students of higher institutions. The study is based on Professor O...

This study delves into the intricate realm of evaluating and refining e-learning practices, drawing upon insights from esteemed higher education professionals. Through a qualitative lens rooted in phenomenology, the research engages in semi-structured interviews with 30 faculty members from seven public universities in Tehran, ensuring theoretical...

Land speculation poses a significant challenge in Ethiopia, particularly in urban and peri-urban areas where large acquisitions and land scarcity prevail. This study aims to discern land speculators in Addis Ababa by employing the motivation and scale method to optimize societal benefits. Employing a multi-sourced data approach and triangulation te...

Investigate challenges and benefits of urban rewilding in diverse contexts, considering socioeconomic, cultural, and ecological factors. Establish collaborations with local authorities, managers, and communities to explore practical aspects of rewilding, fostering cooperation and knowledge exchange. Examine policy challenges and consequences of tra...

The rapid advancement of urbanization, evident in the relentless expansion of concrete jungles, poses a significant threat to the delicate balance of ecosystem services. Throughout history, cities have endeavored to cultivate thriving human environments, a pursuit aligning with Elkington’s vision of full-cost accounting for nature and the imperativ...

Statistical models have been formulated to analyze the operational problem and forecast the reliability of Ukraine’s urban heating pipeline network, thereby fostering sustainable territorial development. Utilizing statistical modeling methodologies, these models establish the dependability of heat pipelines and construct predictive statistical mode...

Cadastral systems worldwide are evolving rapidly, with a growing emphasis on enhancing them through the incorporation of 3D spatial representations of land and real estate resources. This trend is driven by the ambition to create comprehensive 3D cadastre systems. In the Ukrainian context, this progress is particularly pronounced within the domain...

This chapter explores various aspects of urban planning, zoning, and postwar reconstruction, centering its focus on the Ukrainian landscape. The core of the work revolves around the role played by multifunctional zoning and the methodology of volumetric and spatial zoning coupled with form-based codes (FBC) in shaping the urban future, particularly...

This chapter looks at urban planning, honing in on the important context of postwar reconstruction in Ukraine. Specifically, it deals with the intricate process of developing and optimizing the social planning structure within medium-sized cities, offering insights and innovative solutions. It utilizes the city of Uzhhorod, a typical medium-sized c...

The development of information systems and technologies is important in ensuring the growth of countries. The construction industry, which is a kind of multiplier of living standards and economic development, must be provided with innovative technologies. The high quality of finished buildings plays a determinate role in defining the comfort and li...

The contemporary architectural and urban landscape is increasingly shaped by computer technology, particularly the utilization of 3D modeling in design and construction. This chapter explores the application of 3D modeling to aid Ukraine in its postwar reconstruction efforts, examining the trends and prospects within this practice. One prominent tr...

The increase of exchange processes between cities based on the development of external transport is an essential factor in ensuring their sustainable development. The peculiarity of the role in this process is played by railway transport, including its nodal elements, i.e., railway station complexes (RSCs). World experience shows that these areas a...

This chapter developed a geographic information system (GIS) model and applied spatial analysis techniques to determine the most suitable location for municipal solid waste transfer station within the city of Vinnytsia, Ukraine. The absence of such a station within the city’s sanitation infrastructure gives rise to numerous challenges, leading to a...

This chapter investigates three mechanisms of public marketing in the context of postwar Ukraine: media engagement, resource utilization, and advertising. Public marketing plays a critical role in territorial development and the effective promotion of specific regions across diverse media platforms. Proficient media interaction bolsters audience aw...

This chapter explores the intricate interplay between ecotourism and sustainable development, revealing their profound significance and mutual reinforcement. The research highlights the central role of ecotourism in showcasing natural beauty and cultural heritage while fostering environmental conservation. Anchored in the United Nations Sustainable...

This chapter examines various aspects of sustainable tourism development, elucidating its key principles, challenges, and strategies for implementation—showcasing the potential significance for regional prosperity and national progress in post-war Ukraine. Given that the efficacy of managing tourism relies heavily on human agency and societal dynam...

This chapter explores marketing strategies and communication dynamics within the context of territorial development following periods of conflict, specifically focusing on the service sector’s significance within Ukraine. The research looks at the role the service sector assumes, portraying it as a vibrant nucleus of commercial activities. The chap...

This chapter explores the imperative task of enhancing competitiveness management for industrial enterprises in the context of Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction. The research delves into the pressing concerns faced by the nation in revitalizing its industrial sector after the conflicts with the Russian Federation. Focusing on the efficient utilizat...

This chapter explores the challenges in evaluating the level of technological development in Ukraine’s processing industry, where universally accepted assessment methods are lacking. To address this, a diagnostic approach based on structural, specific, and globalization-oriented indicators is proposed. Applying this framework to different regions o...

This chapter centers on Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction and the need to adopt self-regulation and innovative approaches to foster socioeconomic development. To effectively investigate the challenges posed by externalities, it is essential to consider available opportunities at both macro and micro levels. In an attempt to manage socioeconomic sys...

This chapter investigates the multidimensional integration of territorial development and spatial planning, dissecting the intricate dynamics that underscore the attractiveness and positioning of diverse territories. The investigation spans from addressing challenges arising from anthropogenic impacts to highlighting the role of marketing in shapin...

This chapter centers on topical issues relating to the development of tourism. In Ukraine, much like in many developing countries, the tourism industry plays a crucial role in boosting the national economy, with its expansion making a significant contribution to the overall socioeconomic progress of the country. Tourism development establishes a fr...

This chapter explores post-war territorial planning within Ukraine’s robust tourism sector, a cornerstone of the country’s economy valued at USD 1.4 billion in 2021. With a particular spotlight on the hotel complex construction industry, this study details key factors, including diverse topographies, landscapes, climatic nuances, and architectural...

This chapter presents a thorough and in-depth examination of Ukraine’s capacity to drive sustainable development, with specific emphasis on its contribution within the global supply chain. The chapter critically evaluates the ramifications stemming from the military aggression by the Russian Federation, while connecting these outcomes to the United...

This chapter aims to advance the scientific and practical understanding of corporate sustainability assessment in parallel with financial performance for global food and beverage companies (FBCs) with potential implications for addressing urgent environmental, social, and economic challenges in post-war Ukraine. The research explores the extent of...

Uncovering Ukraine: A Personal Account from the Editor—How This Book Got Started: From Concept to Completion—Synopsis of the Book

An effective system of marketing activities plays an important role in ensuring the competitiveness of businesses and the geographical regions in which they operate. The utilization of a wide spectrum of communication methods constitutes a complex and ever-evolving process, characterized by the ongoing emergence of innovative tools for influencing...

This chapter presents an investigation into the competitiveness of Ukraine’s insurance companies during the period 2015–2019. It highlights the successful dominant market positions of companies, showcasing their resilience in the face of economic challenges. The research emphasizes the significance of different territorial characteristics and how t...

This chapter presents a comprehensive analysis aimed at devising an effective model for post-war reconstruction for the adaptive management of manufacturing enterprises in Ukraine. When formulating this system, careful consideration must be given to the introduction of innovative technologies, along with a well-thought-out territorial distribution...

Information and communication technology (ICT), in general, is widely understood as a building block for the social and economic dimensions of society. The informatization of social and economic activities is widely available online and closely interlinked with ecological aspects. This chapter is devoted to the problems of developing the ecological...

The topical issue of organizations utilizing modern management technologies to promote environmentally sustainable domestic production is of utmost importance for their integration into the global economy. This chapter delves into how these modern technologies can serve as vital tools for achieving balanced and intelligent production, thereby empow...

This chapter conceptually demonstrates the use of a framework of state regulation of information and communication technology (ICT) for national security in Ukraine and pinpoints key areas for improvement. Its focus begins with an analysis and theoretical breakdown for a national security framework by examining state regulation of ICT and its impac...

Theoretical and methodological issues are evaluated concerning the role and impact of information and communication technology (ICT) systems on Ukraine’s national security through the conceptualization of the information society. This chapter examines the utilization of global communication networks, the transborder nature of the information societ...

This chapter presents an extensive examination of a framework aimed at adjusting nation-building and the significance of public administration within Ukraine’s national security architecture. Given the ever-changing geopolitical landscape, ensuring the protection of the country’s national security is of paramount importance. The execution of public...

This study explores the impact of Boko Haram's violence on northern Nigeria, particularly focusing on the willingness of conflict-induced internally displaced persons (CIIDPs) to return home and the role of restoring social infrastructure in this process. We employed a mixed-methods approach, collecting data from 866 randomly selected internally di...

Examining the multifaceted elements of urban economics, disruptions, and responses arising from the COVID-19 pandemic entails adopting a holistic perspective, encompassing the broader landscape, and exploring the diverse trajectories followed by regions worldwide in their recovery efforts. This chapter amalgamates economics and urban geography to e...

This book presents the integrating of economics and urban geography to create a framework of cooperation around the idea of urban economic stability. It explores these disciplines through the economic lens and creates a collaborative environment for addressing the global challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and future global shocks. Environme...

City Responses to Disruptions in 2020: From Lockdowns to Aftermath aims to inte- grate the disciplines of economics and urban geography to create a framework of cooperation around the idea of urban economic stability. This global collaborative research project was borne in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic in a discus- sion between the two of us i...

Safety of the state and citizens is based on an efficient system of protection against natural and other disasters and is implemented by protection, rescue, and relief forces. Today, the volunteer firefighting organizations in Slovenia are the largest and most efficient part of the system of protection, rescue, and relief forces. The high operation...

Urbanization has profoundly affected the environment and climate on a global scale which has led to intensified weather changes around the world. The aim of this chapter is to examine the effects of urbanization in Africa on climate change using a holistic approach known as the dynamic’s technique. Temperature and precipitation are the two dimensio...

Recognizing the recent pace of urbanization and carbon emissions growth, this study investigates the dependence of CO2 emissions on the urbanization of European Union (EU) countries, economic growth, total energy consumption, the amount of energy produced from renewable sources, and nuclear energy as low-carbon energy source. The main questions add...

This chapter examines the environmental consequences of excessive usage and improper disposal of plastics during the COVID-19 pandemic. The significant ecological impacts of plastic pollution during this period resulted from the high demand for single-use plastics and personal protective equipment (PPE), the increased production of medical waste, a...

The unsustainable demand for wildlife and its derivatives poses a threat to global biodiversity , requiring attention and intervention. This study investigates the intent to purchase medicines containing saiga antelope horn among respondents in China. Drawing on an expanded theoretical framework rooted in a planned behavior model, and analyzing 576...

Cooperation between knowledge-based institutions (KBI)–represented in Poland by universities and other higher education institutions and their subordinate units (i.e., faculties, colleges, and departments), research centers, scientific institutes, units of the Polish Academy of Sciences, and think tanks–in collaboration with enterprises has for man...

The concept of the smart city has become a reality in the twenty-first century, with the implementation of the internet, artificial intelligence, and modern telecommunication technologies. This concept has been implemented and realized by metropolises worldwide in the past two decades, primarily thanks to generous European Union funding. In Poland,...

The idea of transferring urban areas into more sustainable, accessible, and eco-friendly spaces can be to better our standard of living with the visionary idea of developing the “city of the future.” Smart or “intelligent” cities, which in fact embody the success of past development, are characterized by how human settlements have evolved the field...

Petroleum spills in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria (NDR) have had far-reaching consequences on the entire ecosystem, impacting the aquatic, atmospheric, and terrestrial environments, and significantly affecting the livelihoods of the indigenous population. The adverse effects of these spills often result in violent reactions from the affected co...

In many parts of the world, morality caused as a result of fishing actives is the only influencer affecting the status of top commercial stocks. This however is not the case in the Baltic Sea, which has a multitude of other processes that influence fish stock dynamics. This paper compartmentalises 248 publications that consider the cumulative effec...

Urban Rewilding Aesthetics and People's Needs Into Multifunctional Blue and Green Infrastructure Design

This study seeks to interrogate the degree to which lecturers and students of higher institutions in Nigeria perceive the role of lecturers doubling as parents under the term lecturenting, i.e., a coinage used to refer to a person who performs the dual roles of lecturing and parenting students of higher institutions. The study is based on Professor...

This paper focuses on the economic dimension of sustainability by examining the stock exchange interface of financial markets, the influence of capital market stakeholders, and the instruments that contribute to a supportive fiscal framework. Only mature stock exchanges are present in sustainability indices; hence, comparative assessment of stock e...

Health information can influence patient trust and is vital to the healthcare system of a country. This study comparatively assesses trust levels within Poland’s healthcare system from two perspectives: non-healthcare workers (i.e. lay people) and healthcare workers. Four trust indicators, i.e. the payer, visiting or consulting with a physician, th...

Urban ecosystems are under pressure as a result of rapid urbanization. When compared to more profitable residential, commercial, and industrial land uses, such ecosystems are rarely economically competitive. The research shows that the multifaceted wellbeing that people gain from nature has decreased as a result of the changing human–nature relatio...

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on peace is unfolding. While some forms of violence declined in the short-term, growing unease with lockdowns and rising economic uncertainty resulted in civil unrest and violence increasing in 2020. According to the 2021 Institute for Economic and Peace, over 5000 pandemic-related violent events were recorded be...

This chapter pieces together aspects of the African Union’s Agenda 2063 framework that focuses on long-run sustainable tourism and economic development in Africa. It examines tourism-led growth in different African countries and assesses how the tourism industry contributes to economic development. Agenda 2063 is broken down in terms of how a commo...

East Asia has received much attention due to the extraordinary economic transition which led much of the region to a more balanced growth despite the 1997 Asian financial crisis. In search of a common development model for sub-Saharan Africa, an extensive examination of the economic growth from East Asia is compared from 1965 to 2015. Focusing main...

This chapter is anchored on the uses and gratification theory and starts off with a background review on television viewers’ choices of media programs and the decision of audiences to select what they see or hear from available content. Key factors that influence viewers’ selection and consumption of TV programs are considered. Experimentation into...

This chapter investigates how Nigerians consumed the Big Brother Naija Lockdown 2020 edition reality TV show featured on Nigerian television during the period of the COVID-19 lockdown. Understanding whether the reality TV show affected their value orientation was examined using a semi-structured online questionnaire through Google Forms and distrib...

It is estimated that due to the COVID-19 pandemic over 140 million people will fall into extreme poverty and suffer from food insecurity and hunger, with many of these individuals coming from sub-Saharan Africa. Given the importance of agricultural prices for the income of farmers and food prices in these countries, this chapter case researches the...

This chapter determines the underlying factors that worsened the vulnerability of small-holder farmers during the COVID-19 pandemic in North-Central, Nigeria. Proffering lasting solutions to the problems of low productivity, arising from the vulnerability to cope with shock events, is an important starting point to understanding how, why, and what...

Effective spacing of births enhances the health and well-being of reproductive-age women. The literature on socio-cultural factors affecting contraceptive utilization is not well documented in Nigeria. This chapter aims to fill this gap. The research is based on cross-sectional data gathered from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey consi...

The COVID-19 pandemic created financial uncertainties which affected economic growth and investments throughout different sectors of the world economy. It created ample setbacks and negatively affected priority sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, defense, finance, and construction. The COVID-19 risk is perceived differently and viewed as a glo...

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant shock to Ethiopia’s economy and society, particularly by paralyzing its urban centers and the mobility of its people. This chapter uses primary and secondary data to undertake an empirical examination of the cityscape urbanization process Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, faced in the first year of the outbreak. From an...

Housing is a basic need and a key unit of a human being’s survival. It often represents the largest investment and biggest achievement in an individual’s life. The continuous challenge in housing requirements vis-à-vis the recent outbreak of COVID-19 has subjected many to staying at and working from home. This has demanded the need to reevaluate ho...

The tourism industry and its associated infrastructure is propelling Rwanda’s rapid urbanization and economic growth. Recently adopted green buildings and green city policies, including newly developed city master plans and green building code, reflect on the tourism industry, regulating its influence on urban development and communities. Before th...

Background One of the non-pharmaceutical strategies adopted by various governments to control the spread of COVID-19 is mobility restriction (MR), popularly known as a lockdown. Evidence shows that MR has some unintended consequences, such as increased cases of domestic violence, rape, pornography, sex chats, incest, and other unhealthy sexual beha...

Data file for article "COVID-19, mobility restriction, and sexual behavior among a cohort of people of reproductive age Nigeria"

As one of the most fertile ecosystems on earth, mangrove forests provide many goods and services for humanity. Mangroves are located in the south of Iran on the coasts of Sistan and Baluchistan, Hormozgan and Bushehr provinces, which include two species of Harra (Avicennia marina) and Chandal (Rhizophora mucronata) The purpose of this study was to...

Education is the bedrock of any nation. It is essential for individual and societal growth and development. This study investigates the role of quality assurance in achieving the expected outcome of education in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s higher education sector. A textual analysis is used to examine the National Qualification Framework. The study is...

Smartness of the cities we are living in is ultimately more or less about the same as sustainability – our wellbeing, quality of everyday existence which always means living in concordance with nature, respecting others’ rights and protecting our mental and physical health. However, getting into the details of approaching, measuring and reporting p...

China’s financial service industry is developing rapidly. Under the background of globalization and informatization, the structure of the financial system is constantly adjusted. Therefore, re-examining the spatial layout characterizing the overall financial industry has profound importance. Based on point of interest data, we utilize Nanjing as a...

For decades, the shipping sector has been incorporated into the global decarbonization process. At present, global shipping – as a whole – aims to reduce its emission levels by 40 % by 2030 in relation to the 2008 level. In reducing greenhouse gas emissions, regulations such as the MARPOL 73/78 Convention and Energy Efficiency Design Index as well...

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The association of local and regional self-government is examined in regard to the decentralization of state administration. This study extrapolated data from 36 Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries and analyzed whether decentralization of the state assists in economic growth and development. Administrative decentr...

Promoting public participation is a practical move to strengthen wildlife conservation. This study focuses on saiga antelope (Saiga tatarica), an endangered species which has received international concern. Based on an extended version of the Theory of Planned Behavior and a sample of 536 Chinese residents aged 16–40 collected through an online sur...