The Determinants of Dynamic Debt Maturity Structure: Evidence from Vietnam

Nguyen,Thanh Nha,Tran,Thi Thuy Linh 한국유통과학회 2019 KODISA ICBE (International Conference on Business Vol.2019 No.-

Based on the signaling, matching, agency and tax-based theories, this paper presents a study where the partial adjustment model was applied to investigate influences of firm and macroeconomic factors on the debt maturity structure. The outcomes were then used in a case study to assess the rate of adjusting the debt maturity structure of 279 non-financial companies listed on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HOSE) in the period from 2007 to 2015. Results obtained from the System GMM (SGMM) method showed that (1) firms in Vietnam have the dynamic debt maturity structure with the adjustment rate of 25% to 36%, (2) the debt maturity structure of firms in Vietnam is affected by firm factors including SIZE, VOL, LIQ, TAN, AM and TAX and characteristics of the economy such as inflation and interest rates.

The Relationship between Other Customer Perception and Experience with Role of Interpersonal Mindfulness in Brand Distribution

Linh Thi Dieu NGUYEN(Linh Thi Dieu NGUYEN ),Anh Thuy TRINH(Anh Thuy TRINH ) 한국유통과학회 2023 유통과학연구 Vol.21 No.6

Effect of Lactic Fermentation and Spray Drying Process on Bioactive Compounds from Ngoc Linh Ginseng Callus and Lactobacillus plantarum Viability

( Lieu My Dong ),( Nguyen Thi Thuy Linh ),( Nguyen Thi Hoa ),( Dang Thi Kim Thuy ),( Do Dang Giap ) 한국미생물 · 생명공학회 2021 한국미생물·생명공학회지 Vol.49 No.3

Ngoc Linh ginseng is one of the most valuable endemic medicinal herbs in Vietnam. In this study, Ngoc Linh ginseng callus was fermented by Lactobacillus plantarum ATCC 8014 (at 6, 7, and 8 log CFU/ml) to evaluate the extraction efficiency of bioactive compounds. The post-fermentation solution was spray-dried using maltodextrin with or without Stevia rebaudiana (3% and 6% v/v) as the wall material. Bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, polysaccharides, and total saponins, and L. plantarum viability during fermentation and after spray-drying, as well as under simulated gastric digestion, were evaluated in this study. The results showed that probiotic density had a significant effect on bioactive compounds, and L. plantarum at 8 log CFU/ml showed the best results with a short fermentation time compared to other tests. The total content of polyphenols, polysaccharides, and saponins reached 5.16 ± 0.18 mg GAE/g sample, 277.2 ± 6.12 mg Glu/g sample, and 4.17 ± 0.15 mg/g sample, respectively after 20 h of fermentation at the initial density of L. plantarum (8 log CFU/ml). Although there was no difference in the particle structure of the preparation, the microencapsulation efficiency of the bioactive compound in the samples containing S. rebaudiana was higher than that with only maltodextrin. The study also indicated that adding S. rebaudiana improved the viability of L. plantarum in gastric digestion. These results showed that S. rebaudiana, a component stimulating probiotic growth, combined with maltodextrin as a co-prebiotic, improved the survival rate of L. plantarum in simulated gastric digestion.

Preparation of new dinuclear half-titanocene complexes with <i>ortho-</i> and <i>meta</i>-xylene linkages and investigation of styrene polymerization

Linh, Nguyen Thuy Ba,Huyen, Nguyen Thi Dieu,Noh, Seok Kyun,Lyoo, Won Seok,Lee, Dong-Ho,Kim, Yongman Elsevier 2009 Journal of organometallic chemistry Vol.694 No.21

<P><B>Graphical abstract</B></P><P>Dinuclear half-titanocene bearing a xylene bridge, <I>ortho-</I> and <I>meta-</I>xylene, have been successfully synthesized and introduced for styrene polymerization. The activities of the catalysts with rigid <I>ortho</I>- and <I>meta</I>-xylene bridges were higher than those of catalysts with flexible pentamethylene bridges. Activity of the catalysts increased with higher temperature and [Al]:[Ti].</P><ce:figure></ce:figure> <P><B>Abstract</B></P><P>Half-titanocene is well-known as an excellent catalyst for the preparation of SPS (syndiotactic polystyrene) when activated with methylaluminoxane (MAO). Dinuclear half-sandwich complexes of titanium bearing a xylene bridge, <I>(Ti</I>Cl<SUB>2</SUB>L<I>)<SUB>2</SUB>{(μ-η<SUP>5</SUP>, η<SUP>5</SUP>-C<SUB>5</SUB>H<SUB>4</SUB>-ortho-(CH<SUB>2</SUB>–C<SUB>6</SUB>H<SUB>4</SUB>–CH<SUB>2</SUB>)C<SUB>5</SUB>H<SUB>4</SUB>}</I>, (<B>4</B> (L=Cl), <B>7</B> (L=O-2,6-<I>i</I>Pr<SUB>2</SUB>C<SUB>6</SUB>H<SUB>3</SUB>)) and <I>(Ti</I>Cl<SUB>2</SUB>L<I>)<SUB>2</SUB>{(μ-η<SUP>5</SUP>, η<SUP>5</SUP>-C<SUB>5</SUB>H<SUB>4</SUB>-meta-(CH<SUB>2</SUB>–C<SUB>6</SUB>H<SUB>4</SUB>–CH<SUB>2</SUB>)C<SUB>5</SUB>H<SUB>4</SUB>}</I> (<B>5</B> (L=Cl), <B>8</B>(L=O-2,6-<I>i</I>Pr<SUB>2</SUB>C<SUB>6</SUB>H<SUB>3</SUB>)), have been successfully synthesized and introduced for styrene polymerization. The catalysts were characterized by <SUP>1</SUP>H- and <SUP>13</SUP>C NMR, and elemental analysis. These catalysts were found to be effective in forming SPS in combination with MAO. The activities of the catalysts with rigid <I>ortho</I>- and <I>meta</I>-xylene bridges were higher than those of catalysts with flexible pentamethylene bridges. The catalytic activity of four dinuclear half-titanocenes increased in the order of <B>4</B><<B>5</B><<B>7</B><<B>8</B>. This result displays that the <I>meta</I>-xylene bridged catalyst is more active than the <I>ortho</I>-xylene bridged and that the aryloxo group at the titanium center is more effective at promoting catalyst activity compared to the chloride group at the titanium center. Temperature and ratio of [Al]:[Ti] had significant effects on catalytic activity. Polymerizations were conducted at three different temperatures (25, 40, and 70°C) with variation in the [Al]:[Ti] ratio from 2000 to 4000. It was observed that activity of the catalysts increased with increasing temperature, as well as higher [Al]:[Ti]. Different xylene linkage patterns (<I>ortho</I> and <I>meta</I>) were recognized to be a principal factor leading to the characteristics of the dinuclear catalyst due to its different spatial arrangement, causing dissimilar intramolecular interactions between the two active sites.</P>

The Antecedents of Online Purchase Intention of Generation Z and Millennials toward Organic Cosmetics in an Emerging Economy

Thi Thu Ha Nguyen,Hiep-Hung Pham,Ngoc Linh Dao,Hong Hanh Dao,Thi Thuy Nuong Duong,Thi Ha Chu The International Academy of Global Business and T 2023 The International Academy of Global Business and T Vol.19 No.6

Purpose - Based on the extended theory of planned behavior (TPB), this study aims to investigate the antecedents of online purchase behavior toward organic cosmetics for Generation Z (Gen Z) and Millennials by focusing on the impact of subjective norms, health consciousness, trust, attitude, and intention. Design/Methodology/Approach - A survey method using an online questionnaire was adopted to collect data from 341 Gen Z and Millennial consumers in Vietnam. The collected data were then analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM). Findings - The results of the study showed that, among antecedents, that attitude has the strongest impact on the purchase intention of online customers toward organic cosmetics, followed by trust and subjective norms. Interestingly, health consciousness has also been found to significantly impact Gen Z and Millennial online purchase intention toward organic cosmetics. Research Implications - This paper extends the academic literature on purchase intention toward green products. More importantly, to the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is among the first to examine the antecedents of online purchase intention toward the organic cosmetics of Gen Z and Millennials in an emerging economy, Vietnam. The findings offer important implications for cosmetics companies, retailers, and other stakeholders to have deeper insights into factors influencing young Vietnamese consumer intentions toward purchasing organic beauty products online.

Determinants Influencing Tax Compliance: The Case of Vietnam

NGUYEN, Thi Thuy Du'o'ng,PHAM, Thi My Linh,LE, Thanh Tam,TRUONG, Thi Hoai Linh,TRAN, Manh Dung Korea Distribution Science Association 2020 The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Busine Vol.7 No.2

The purpose of this paper is to ascertain the key factors affecting tax compliance among Vietnamese firms in Vietnam. We employ both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Qualitative research has been carried out through focus group discussions with ten chief accountants and tax officers. Quantitative research has been conducted through interviews with 200 firms (chief accountants or financial directors) in Vietnam. Analysis of the model includes the following stages: (i) Cronbach's test for reliability of the scale, (ii) exploratory factor analysis (EFA), (iii) confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and (iv) structural equation model (SEM). The results of the research show that voluntary tax compliance is directly affected by the three factors of audit probability, corporate reputation and business ownership. The probability of audit and severity of sanctions have the strongest impact on tax compliance. Therefore, the tax authorities need to strengthen the inspection of tax declarations, tax payments and tax refunds of firms. The paper confirms that enforced tax compliance is directly affected by the three factors of audit probability, sanction severity and social norms. Voluntary compliance and compulsory compliance have an effect on tax compliance, though voluntary compliance has a more powerful impact.

Knowledge and Attitude Towards Tobacco Smoking among 13-15 Year-Old School Children in Viet Nam - Findings from GYTS 2014

Nguyen, Thanh Huong,Nguyen, Trung Kien,Kim, Bao Giang,Hoang, Van Minh,Phan, Thi Hai,Doan, Thu Huyen,Luong, Ngoc Khue,Nguyen, Thuy Linh,Nguyen, Tuan Lam,Pham, Thi Quynh Nga Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention 2016 Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention Vol.17 No.no.sup1

Studies have shown that smoking is a learnt behavior, often initiated during adolescence. This paper aims to describe tobacco-related knowledge, attitude and associations among school adolescents aged 13-15 with exposure to anti-smoking information. Using data from the Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS) in Viet Nam, 2014, knowledge was measured through 4 questions about tobacco use, and attitude was assessed through 3 questions on personal, social and environmental aspects. Students giving most anti-tobacco responses to all questions were considered as having correct knowledge or appropriate attitude or both. Access to anti-smoking information was determined by exposure to any media messages on tobacco control during the past 30 days and teaching in school about the danger of tobacco use during the past 12 months. A substantial percentage of students thought that being near others who smoke might be harmful to them and smoking is harmful to health (89.4% and 89.6% respectively). However, only 46.4% reported that it is definitely difficult to quit smoking and 66.9% thought that smoking for only 1 or 2 years, once stopped, is harmful to health. Slightly more than half of the respondents reported appropriate attitude that young smokers have fewer friends than others and smoking makes them less attractive and less comfortable at social events. Noticing anti-smoking messages in the media together with having lessons in school about the dangers of tobacco substantially increased the likelihood of having correct knowledge, appropriate attitude and both. Despite relatively high awareness about smoking harms, effective educational communication is still highly needed to improve the level of comprehensive knowledge and an appropriate attitude regarding tobacco use.

Critical Factors Affecting the Innovation Activities of Businesses: Evidence from Binh Dinh Province, Vietnam

NGUYEN, Thi Le Hang,PHAM, Ngoc Toan,DAO, Vu Phuong Linh,NGO, Thi Thanh Thuy,LE, Thi Thanh Binh Korea Distribution Science Association 2020 The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Busine Vol.7 No.7

The study investigates the factors influencing the innovation activities in the enterprises in the Binh Dinh Province, Vietnam. By employing the dataset from a survey in 200 typical enterprises in Binh Dinh and using the Exploratory Factor Analysis and regression analysis, we found that there are eight factor groups affecting the innovation activities of enterprises. They include management of innovation promotion; market research capacity; leadership inspiring innovation; culture of innovation; human resources for implementing innovation; network connection; disseminating/sharing knowledge; and impact of producing/serving technology. All these factors strongly affect the innovation activities, which plays an important role in promoting the sustainable development of the Vietnamese enterprises, with the statistical significance level at 1%. Moreover, findings also show that, among these factors, the market research capacity is the strongest determinant of the innovation activity in the enterprise. An increase of 1 point of capacity of market research will increase the innovation activities in the enterprise by 0.114 point. It is followed by the management of promoting innovation, leadership inspiring innovation, and disseminating and sharing knowledge, with 0.104, 0.103 and 0.102 score, respectively. On the other hand, network connection is the weakest factor, with the score of 0.07 point.

Digital Citizenship Awareness in EFL Context in Vietnam : A Project Evaluation

Diem Thi Ngoc Hoang,Trang Thi Thu Tran,Ngoc Thi Bich Nguyen,Linh Thuy Nguyen 아시아영어교육학회 2020 The Journal of Asia TEFL Vol.17 No.1

A Laboratory-Scale Study of the Applicability of a Halophilic Sediment Bioelectrochemical System for in situ Reclamation of Water and Sediment in Brackish Aquaculture Ponds: Establishment, Bacterial Community and Performance Evaluation

( Hai The Pham ),( Hien Thi Tran ),( Linh Thuy Vu ),( Hien The Dang ),( Thuy Thu Thi Nguyen ),( Thu Ha Thi Dang ),( Mai Thanh Thi Nguyen ),( Huy Quang Nguyen ),( Byung Hong Kim ) 한국미생물·생명공학회 2019 Journal of microbiology and biotechnology Vol.29 No.7

In this study, we investigated the potential of using sediment bioelectrochemical systems (SBESs) for in situ treatment of the water and sediment in brackish aquaculture ponds polluted with uneaten feed. An SBES integrated into a laboratory-scale tank simulating a brackish aquaculture pond was established. This test tank and the control (not containing the SBES) were fed with shrimp feed in a scheme that mimics a situation where 50% of feed is uneaten. After the SBES was inoculated with microbial sources from actual shrimp pond sediments, electricity generation was well observed from the first experimental week, indicating successful enrichment of electrochemically active bacteria in the test tank sediment. The electricity generation became steady after 3 weeks of operation, with an average current density of 2.3 mA/㎡ anode surface and an average power density of 0.05 mW/㎡ anode surface. The SBES removed 20-30% more COD of the tank water, compared to the control. After 1 year, the SBES also reduced the amount of sediment in the tank by 40% and thus could remove approximately 40% more COD and approximately 52% more nitrogen from the sediment, compared to the control. Insignificant amounts of nitrite and nitrate were detected, suggesting complete removal of nitrogen by the system. PCR-DGGE-based analyses revealed the dominant presence of Methylophilus rhizosphaerae, Desulfatitalea tepidiphila and Thiothrix eikelboomii, which have not been found in bioelectrochemical systems before, in the bacterial community in the sediment of the SBES-containing tank. The results of this research demonstrate the potential application of SBESs in helping to reduce water pollution threats, fish and shrimp disease risks, and thus farmers’ losses.