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Ikigai and Entrepreneurship: A Systematic Literature Review of Purpose-Driven Ventures and Sustainable Performance

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This systematic literature review examines the convergence of Ikigai — the Japanese philosophical notion of purposeful living — with entrepreneurship, integrating evidence from peer-reviewed journals, practitioner literature, and multidatabase academic sources from 2016 to 2026. The review utilises a PRISMA-adapted protocol on a final corpus of 42 key sources, incorporating additional citations from Scopus, Google Scholar, and CrossRef databases to delineate the current state of knowledge in this nascent field. The analysis reveals three predominant thematic clusters: (1) the psychological underpinnings of Ikigai and their implications for entrepreneurial resilience and well-being; (2) the strategic incorporation of Ikigai principles into organisational management and sustainable performance; and (3) persistent conceptual discussions regarding cultural portability, measurement validity, and definitional limits. The evidence collectively indicates that purpose-driven founders, aligned with Ikigai principles, exhibit significantly greater psychological resilience, lower operational volatility, and more sustainable financial trajectories than their solely profit-driven counterparts. The review identifies a substantial gap in founder-centric, psychometrically sound empirical research and proposes three testable hypotheses to guide subsequent scholarly investigations. Quality appraisal was conducted using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT), ensuring that all 42 included sources met a minimum threshold of methodological rigour. The results have direct implications for entrepreneurial educators, startup ecosystems, and policymakers seeking to encourage more sustainable, people-centred approaches to new venture creation.

A Conceptualized Framework of Ethical and Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Higher Education Ecosystem

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This study presents results of a systematic literature review (SLR) of the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in higher education, identify patterns of ethical and irresponsible use, and propose a conceptual framework for predicting ethical AI adoption. Following PRISMA guidelines, was conducted on 60 peer-reviewed studies published between 2022 and 2026, sourced from Google Scholar. Studies were mapped against four research questions addressing AI tools used, their applications, reported unethical practices, and predictive modelling approaches. Results reveal that general AI, generative AI tools, and large language models dominate higher education contexts, primarily deployed for personalized learning, academic work, and teaching. Irresponsible practices were documented in one-third of studies, including academic integrity breaches (13.33%), algorithmic bias,  and privacy violations. Critically, no existing study developed a real-time predictive model capable of monitoring ethical AI use, despite four studies demonstrating predictive modelling capabilities for other purposes. This study addresses a significant gap by proposing a novel conceptual framework that integrates AI tool deployment, user behaviour, governance measures, and predictive analytics to forecast ethical outcomes. The framework provides higher education institutions with a pathway toward data-informed, proactive governance of AI technologies.

Work–Family Conflict and Employee Mental Health: A Systematic Literature Review on the Moderating Role of Perceived Organizational Support

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Work–family conflict (WFC) remains one of the most persistent predictors of psychological strain in modern organizations, with empirical evidence indicating that employees experiencing high WFC exhibit elevated levels of anxiety, burnout, depressive symptoms, and overall mental health deterioration. This systematic literature review investigates two decades of peer-reviewed studies to clarify the magnitude and mechanisms through which WFC affects mental health outcomes, and to evaluate whether perceived organizational support (POS) functions as an effective moderating resource. Using PRISMA 2020 guidelines, publications from 2000–2025 were synthesized across databases including Scopus, Web of Science, EBSCO, and ScienceDirect. Findings reveal that WFC consistently predicts deteriorated mental health with medium-to-large effect sizes (β ranging from 0.30 to 0.55 across samples). POS demonstrates a protective function in most studies, reducing the negative psychological impact of WFC by approximately 18–35%, depending on organizational context and support climate. Studies employing conservation of resources theory and job demands–resources models provide strong evidence that POS buffers emotional exhaustion and psychological distress by expanding employees’ access to social and structural resources. Despite consistent findings, gaps remain: limited cross-cultural comparisons, inconsistent operational definitions of POS, and methodological overreliance on cross-sectional designs. This review highlights the need for longitudinal and multilevel designs to better capture the moderating pathways of POS.

Systematic Literature Review on the Effectiveness of LDPE and PET Waste in Piezoelectric Paving with a DC Coupling System

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This paper analyzes the effectiveness of utilizing waste materials consisting of LDPE and PET compounds for pavement, integrating piezoelectric technology with a DC coupling control system. This pavement may function as a sustainable renewable energy solution for the global energy crisis. Paving systems including these materials can effectively convert mechanical stress into electrical energy, hence improving sustainable urban energy infrastructure. This study aims to evaluate a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) of 100 relevant international and national journal publications. The SLR method systematically identifies, assesses, and synthesizes current research, ensuring the relevance and contextual specificity of the chosen studies. The author provides a realistic framework for testing, emphasizing the significance of quality control to ensure accurate results.

Examining The Global Trends of Environmental Literacy: A Systematic Literature Review and Bibliometric Analysis

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This study conducts a systematic literature review (SLR) and bibliometric analysis to assess the trajectory of research on environmental literacy. By examining 661 articles from the Scopus database spanning from 1990 to 2025, the study reveals key developments and emerging trends in the field. Utilizing VOSviewer software for data visualization, the analysis identifies significant patterns in publications, collaboration networks, and influential contributors to the field. The findings highlight the predominant contribution of the United States, with major academic institutions such as the University of California and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health at the forefront. The study reveals a notable increase in publications after 2010, particularly from 2020 onwards, reflecting the growing global recognition of environmental literacy. This research underscores the importance of addressing environmental challenges, including climate change and biodiversity loss, through effective education and policy integration. Despite the dominance of research from Western countries, the study calls for greater representation from regions such as Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The study’s contributions are threefold: it advances the theoretical understanding of environmental literacy, introduces an integrative research methodology, and provides practical insights for educators, policymakers, and environmental organizations. These findings lay the foundation for future research and the development of strategies to foster environmental literacy and promote sustainability globally.

A Comparative Analysis of Research and Development Based Incubator in Thailand, Brazil and Indonesia

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Research and development (R&D)-based business incubators serve a strategic function in bridging the divide between scientific innovation and market application. In Indonesia, however, these incubators have yet to reach their full potential. Existing strategic models have not yielded satisfactory outcomes in fostering innovation-driven startups. To address this issue, the present study conducts a benchmarking analysis of R&D-based incubator models in Thailand and Brazil—two emerging economies that, while facing structural challenges similar to Indonesia, exhibit diverse institutional responses and incubation frameworks. Utilizing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, this research identifies the models employed in each country and examines the influence of external environmental factors. The findings are categorized into two main dimensions: incubation model structures and the external environment, analyzed through the PESTLE framework. Thailand implements an augmented Stage-Gate model, Brazil adopts a Business Model Canvas (BMC)-oriented approach, and Indonesia applies a traditional three-stage incubation model. Significant structural gaps were identified in political, economic, and legal aspects, particularly in the Indonesian context. This study offers targeted recommendations to address these disparities and enhance the effectiveness of R&D-based incubators in Indonesia. To the best of the author’s knowledge, this is the first study to utilize a Systematic Literature Review to compare R&D-based incubator models across emerging economies, thereby providing a robust and transparent foundation for policy and strategic development.

Audit Quality Evidence from Indonesia: A Systematic Literature Review

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The audit quality produced by the auditor can be a benchmark in their work. This research aims to uncover factors influencing audit quality, especially in Indonesia. Articles were obtained using Google Scholar, and the publication period was between 2018-2023. The systematic literature review method uses Scientific Procedures and Rationales for Systematic Literature Reviews (SPAR-4-SLR). The results show that 157 articles are accredited by SINTA (Science and Technology Index) and registered with GARUDA (Garba Rujukan Digital). This study identifies basic theory, independent variables, intervening/moderating variables, variable measurement indicators, population and samples, sampling methods, data sources, measurement scales, data processing, respondent information, and auditors. Finally, the implications of this research are to provide direction and guidance for future research regarding audit quality in Indonesia for academics and researchers, government and professional associations, and practicing auditors.

Systematic Literature Review and Bibliometric: Blockchain Technology in Archives

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Disclosure of information makes it easy for the public to obtain information anytime and anywhere. New solutions for access control and monitoring of archives are urgently needed to keep things safe. Archival institutions as guarantors of the availability of information are expected to provide solutions and new ideas for developments in the implementation of national archives. Archiving in developed countries on blockchain technology is something new. The purpose of this research is to find out the advantages of blockchain technology in archiving and hope that readers or researchers benefit from Blockchain Technology research in archiving, which can be used for other research. Data collection techniques used the literature review method systematically and uses the VOSviewer application in this study and the findings of journal articles sourced from Scopus in 2017-2022.