Scientific and Social Research https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr <p style="text-align: justify;"><em>Scientific and Social Research (SSR)</em>&nbsp;publishes papers devoted to quantitative social science research and methodology. The journal features articles that illustrate the use of quantitative methods to empirically test social science theory. The journal emphasizes research concerned with issues or methods that cut across traditional disciplinary lines. Special attention is given to methods that have been used by only one particular social science discipline, but that may have application to a broader range of areas with an ultimate goal of testing social science theory.&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Its articles yield new insights into established practices, evaluate new techniques and research, examine current social problems, and bring serious critical analysis to bear on problems in the profession.&nbsp;Review chapters typically cover social processes, institutions and culture, organizations, political and economic sociology, stratification, demography, urban sociology, social policy, historical sociology, and major developments in sociology in other regions of the world. Major emphasis is placed on social policy and the solutions to serious human problems.</p> Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing PTY LTD en-US Scientific and Social Research 2661-4332 Smart Tourism Technology Attributes and Behavioral Intentions of Tourists Among the Resorts in Batangas Province: Basis of an Action Plan https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/10834 <p>This study examined the relationship between smart tourism technology (STT) attributes and tourist behavioral intentions in resorts across Batangas Province. Employing a descriptive correlational design, the study aimed to explore how informativeness, accessibility, interactivity, and personalization of STT influence tourists’ decisions to revisit, recommend, and show loyalty toward resorts. A structured questionnaire adapted from validated instruments was administered to 384 tourists who recently experienced smart technologies in Batangas resorts. The sample was carefully selected using random sampling to ensure representativeness. Data collection prioritized ethical considerations, including securing approvals and informed consent, and involved pilot testing to enhance instrument validity and reliability. Findings revealed that respondents were predominantly female, mostly adults, and married, indicating a diverse demographic profile. Tourists strongly agreed that the accessibility and informativeness of STT significantly enhanced their travel experience. Positive behavioral intentions were evident, particularly in revisit intentions and word-of-mouth recommendations, although willingness to pay more was less pronounced. Statistical analysis confirmed a significant positive relationship between STT attributes and behavioral intentions, suggesting that enhanced digital features foster greater tourist engagement and loyalty. Based on these results, the study proposes an action plan to improve STT implementation in Batangas resorts, emphasizing tailored strategies that reflect the needs of the main demographic groups. The findings contribute valuable insights to the growing field of smart tourism, highlighting the potential of digital innovations to enhance destination competitiveness and tourist satisfaction in emerging resort markets. Future research may explore additional factors, such as security, digital literacy, and social media influence, to deepen understanding of tourist behavior in smart tourism contexts.</p> Jillanie E. Dalawampu Maria Fe L. Menez, DBA Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 1 16 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.10834 The Nationality and Cosmopolitanism of Modern Chinese Literary Tradition https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11064 <p>Since the twentieth century, Chinese literary theory has manifested strong cosmopolitanism and nationality, presenting a modern tradition different from the classical literary tradition. The direction of literary tradition is an important path to continue the tradition and build a modern tradition of literary theory. Based on the world perspective, tracing the historical lineage of aesthetic research and literary practice, and scrutinizing the complex changes of Chinese literary theories in the world’s literary theories are important content for the genesis of national literary theories nowadays. On the one hand, it is important to carefully review and sort out the discourse system on which the Chinese literary tradition has been based for the past one hundred years, so as to continue the essential spirit of the literary tradition. On the other hand, it is important to re-explore the way of occurrence of the literary tradition and the vitality in the discourse paradigm, so as to provide impetus for the modernization and internationalization of the modern Chinese literary theory.</p> Qinglang Tao Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 17 24 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11064 A Review of Research on the Concept of Digital Agriculture Competitiveness in Domestic and International Contexts https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11065 <p>Digital agricultural competitiveness reflects the development status of agriculture in a region. Studying the concept of digital agricultural competitiveness can provide a theoretical foundation for the modernization of agriculture. This paper explores the concepts of both digital agriculture and agricultural competitiveness to define the notion of digital agricultural competitiveness.</p> Zhiqing He Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 25 29 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11065 Exploration of Sustainable Development Pathways for Cultural Tourism under the Perspective of the “Priority of Historical Landscape Value” Theory in Ancient Architecture: A Case Study of the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11067 <p>Ancient Silk Road heritage sites carry profound national cultural history, and their protection and development are crucial for cultural inheritance and the sustainable development of the local economy and society. This paper takes the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang as a case study to explore, in depth, the realistic characteristics and sustainable development paths between heritage protection and the high-quality integration of cultural tourism development under the guidance of the “Priority of Aesthetic Value” theory in the context of the digital economy.</p> Ruijuan Wang Kaiqi Yan Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-07-08 2025-07-08 7 6 30 39 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11067 Analysis of the Impact of the Shaping of the Tanka Cultural Tourism Brand on the Tourism Economy https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11070 <p>Tanka culture is an important part of Chinese traditional culture with a long history, containing rich historical elements and unique folk customs. With the rapid development of China’s tourism industry, the shaping of the Tanka cultural tourism brand has become an important way to promote the development of the local tourism industry, increase residents’ economic income, and facilitate the inheritance and development of ethnic culture. Therefore, this article briefly analyzes the impact of the shaping of the Tanka cultural tourism brand on the tourism economy, hoping to provide some valuable references for readers.</p> Meihua Guo Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 40 46 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11070 Research on the Prospect and Significance of China’s Scientific and Technological Innovation from the Perspective of New-quality Productivity https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11074 <p>This paper deeply explores the prospects and significance of China’s scientific and technological innovation from the perspective of new-quality productivity. By analyzing the connotation, characteristics, and formation factors of new-quality productivity, this paper expounds its close connection with scientific and technological innovation. Combined with the current situation of China’s scientific and technological innovation, the study analyzes the opportunities and challenges faced by China under the development trend of new-quality productivity and looks forward to the future prospects. At the same time, it elaborates on the important significance of scientific and technological innovation for China in terms of economic development, industrial upgrading, and enhancement of international competitiveness, aiming to provide theoretical support and decision-making references for better promoting scientific and technological innovation in the era of new-quality productivity.</p> Peng Deng Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-07-11 2025-07-11 7 6 47 53 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11074 Review on the Influence of Humic Acid on the Migration of Ferrihydrite Nanoparticles and Their Arsenic Adsorption https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11076 <p>With the accelerated development of industrialization and urbanization, environmental pollution problems have become increasingly severe. In particular, heavy metal pollution has become a global hotspot. As a common iron oxide nanoparticle in soil, ferrihydrite has a significant impact on the adsorption and migration behavior of heavy metals. Humic acid is the main component of soil organic matter; its interaction mechanism with ferrihydrite nanoparticles and its influence on heavy metal adsorption remain incompletely understood. This article reviews the interaction mechanism between humic acid and ferrihydrite nanoparticles, explores the impact of humic acid on the migration behavior of ferrihydrite, and elaborates on the adsorption behavior of arsenic by the humic acid-ferrihydrite system, including changes in the adsorption mechanism, competition and synergy effects, and the influence of environmental parameters, aiming to provide scientific basis and technical support for environmental pollution control.</p> Xiaoyan Qian Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 54 61 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11076 From Guardians to Liabilities: Rethinking Gatekeeper Accountability in Securities Regulation https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11083 <p>This article examines the ongoing trust crisis facing gatekeepers in the securities markets, including credit rating agencies, auditors, and underwriters. Drawing on prominent case studies such as the 2008 subprime crisis and the Luckin Coffee fraud, it argues that structural flaws in the institutional design of gatekeeping—particularly the economic dependency on issuers, short-term profit incentives, and market monopolization—have compromised the neutrality and reliability of these intermediaries. Anchored in reputational capital theory, the article proposes a multi-dimensional reform strategy to restore gatekeepers’ protective function. This includes restructuring the payment model, enhancing regulatory specialization, broadening market access, and improving transparency and whistleblower protections. By establishing a tripartite accountability framework among regulators, gatekeepers, and investors, the article offers both theoretical insights and practical recommendations to reinstate the gatekeepers’ role as a credible safeguard for market integrity and investor protection.</p> Wenhui Zhang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 62 70 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11083 Enlightenment on the Construction of a Personal Bankruptcy System with Chinese Characteristics https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11088 <p>Against the backdrop of China’s profound market economy transformation, excessive indebtedness and judicial enforcement dilemmas have emerged as prominent issues constraining economic development. Notably, rooted in traditional Chinese governance wisdom, folk debt resolution practices—through mechanisms such as debt relief, integrity-based penalties, and essential livelihood safeguards—have formed a uniquely Eastern approach to debt resolution. Building on the pioneering exploration of the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone’s Individual Bankruptcy Regulations, the organic integration of traditional governance wisdom with modern rule-of-law principles can establish a personal bankruptcy system with Chinese characteristics that balances fairness and efficiency while protecting rights.</p> Hongjun Zhou Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 71 75 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11088 A Comparative Study of Soft and Hard Facilities at Ski Resorts in China and the Republic of Korea https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11090 <p>This study compares the soft and hard facilities of ski resorts in China and the Republic of Korea. In terms of hard facilities, some large ski resorts in the Republic of Korea feature advanced equipment such as cable cars, which are well-maintained, and offer diverse slope designs. In China, large ski resorts also provide a variety of slope types, including beginner, intermediate, advanced, and professional competition slopes, with hard facilities undergoing continuous upgrades and improvements. In terms of software facilities, the Republic of Korea’s ski resorts have highly professional staff with a well-established training system, a wide range of support services, and strong foreign language reception capabilities; however, the professionalism and refinement of services at Chinese ski resorts still need to be strengthened. Through this comparison, insights can be gained to optimize China’s ski resort facilities and promote the development of the winter sports industry.</p> Ran Chen Qing Nian Sangbum Kim Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 76 82 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11090 Application of Tourism Gaze Theory in Tourism Planning https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11046 <p>The theory of tourist gaze is a crucial tool for understanding tourists’ visual experiences and viewing methods, with profound implications for tourism planning. This paper, based on an in-depth analysis of the theory of tourist gaze, focuses on extracting key practical points related to tourism planning, aiming to promote high-quality development in the tourism industry.</p> Wenyu Ma Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 83 87 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11046 Research on the Innovation of Rural Food Tourism Development Model from the Perspective of Big Data: A Case Study of Guizhou Province https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11049 <p>Digital cultural tourism has become the core driving force for promoting the high-quality development of rural food tourism in the new era, profoundly changing the supply side, demand side, and resource allocation pattern of rural food tourism. In the development practice of rural food tourism in Guizhou Province, in the face of the current situation and challenges, efforts should be made from three dimensions: big data cultural tourism, cloud computing cultural tourism, and Internet of Things cultural tourism. A new model for the development of rural food tourism with “big data, cloud computing, and Internet of Things” (referred to as “big cloud and Things”) as the core should be innovatively constructed. This will accelerate the digital transformation and upgrading process of rural food tourism.</p> Fei Li Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 88 93 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11049 Exploration of Digital and Intelligent Empowerment in Food Safety and Quality Control https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11051 <p>Food safety is closely related to people’s lives, and people’s health, life safety, and quality of life. Strengthening attention to food safety and quality control is not only the cornerstone of social harmonious development, but also the common expectation and pursuit of the people. With the deepening of the digital era, the rapid development of information technology provides new tools and means for food safety and quality control, and provides greater protection for people’s lives and health. In this context, this paper will take digital intelligent technology as the entry point, food safety and quality control as the starting point and foothold, to explore the digital intelligent technology in the field of food safety and quality control of the specific application, practical significance and development trend, in order to use modern technical means to further ensure the safety and reliability of food.</p> Xiang’an Liu Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 94 99 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11051 Analysis of Quantity and Weight Discrepancies in the Split Discharge of Imported Bulk Cargo at Two Ports in Shanghai, and Research on the Intelligent Application of Quantity and Weight Identification https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11053 <p>This paper focuses on the prevalent issue of quantity and weight discrepancies that arise during the split discharge process at two ports after the import of iron ore at Shanghai port. Through the analysis of historical data from over 100 batches of imported iron ore, this study systematically reveals the multiple complex factors that contribute to these discrepancies. These factors include the inherent physicochemical properties of the cargo, environmental and operational impacts during transportation, and potential commercial fraud. Based on a thorough examination of the causes, this paper proposes a systematic response strategy involving multiple dimensions such as the intelligent identification of quantity and weight, optimization of operational procedures, harmonization of international standards, improvement of trade contract terms, and strengthening of regulatory cooperation. The aim is to provide decision-making references for enterprises involved in bulk cargo trade to effectively avoid risks and protect economic interests, while also offering valuable theoretical support and practical suggestions for relevant regulatory authorities to improve the inspection and supervision system for bulk cargo.</p> Fei Qi Zhizhong Wu Wang Zhou Minchao Zhang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 100 106 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11053 Practical Teaching Mode of College English Audio-Visual Oral Course https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11055 <p>Against the background of global economic integration, the importance of English learning has gradually become prominent. With the advancement of education reform, the College English audio-visual and oral course has ushered in a new development opportunity. It is very important to explore its curriculum mode and practical methods to improve students’ English audio-visual and oral level. Based on the theory of language input and output, this paper analyzes the problems existing in the current English teaching, such as the lack of practice and interaction, and puts forward the construction of a student-centered practical teaching mode integrating multiple modern technologies. Through the development of diversified practical teaching methods and other methods to improve the teaching effect, stimulate students’ learning enthusiasm, and cultivate more high-quality talents in the English language for society.</p> Hui Zhang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 107 113 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11055 Research on Creative Transformation Strategies of Traditional Cultural Genes in the Central Plains Region https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11057 <p>This paper focuses on the creative transformation strategy of traditional cultural genes in the central plains region. Firstly, the paper elaborates on the roots and originality of the excellent traditional culture of the central plains, and analyzes the advantages and optimization problems in the development of its cultural industry. Then, it puts forward a new transformation idea of rearranging and combining cultural resources, and gives the strategies, such as systematically integrating traditional culture resources, symbolizing and re-innovating culture, creating cultural name cards with the help of branding, and integrating modern aesthetics to realize the modern expression of traditional culture. The research strategy helps to enhance the competitiveness of the cultural industry in the central plains, promotes the inheritance and translation of traditional culture, injects a new impetus for regional economic development, and at the same time provides a sample of the central plains for the global dissemination of Chinese culture.</p> Chun Yang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 114 121 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11057 Cognitive Mechanism Hypothesis of Decreasing Repetitive and Stereotypical Behaviors in ASD Over Time https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11060 <p>Repetitive and stereotyped behaviors are the core symptoms of ASD and the indicators of the severity of ASD, which seriously affect the daily life, learning, and social interaction of children with ASD. The reasons for the formation of repetitive behaviors in children with ASD have not been clear. Through long-term clinical observation of children with ASD, the study found that part of the stereotyped behavior, which is the interests and activities of children with ASD, can be changed. By finding the regularity of the stereotyped behavior, the stereotyped behavior will be reduced or stopped. The study proposed a cognitive mechanism hypothesis for the reduction of stereotyped behaviors: some stereotyped behaviors have potential functions, such as finding regularity. ASD finds the regularity and improves the accuracy of the knowledge of the regularity by repeating the operation. After finding regularity, ASD accomplishes its purpose, forming functional behaviors and reducing stereotyped behaviors. With the accumulation of time, the known regularities are gradually integrated, which shows the tendency of more complete cognition, more functional behavior, and less rigid behavior. This hypothesis provides a new perspective to understand the stereotyping of ASD. The study views stereotypy as non-disease, potentially functional and mutable, which can expand the understanding of ASD and help parents better understand and develop its advantages, with important potential social implications.</p> Dan Duan Shouhui Wang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 122 127 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11060 The Fragility of Civilization: Historical Evolution and Contemporary Challenges https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11062 <p>The development of human civilization has always gone through cycles of rise and fall. This paper looks at three key areas—complex systems theory, power balance mechanisms, and cultural identity—to study the fragility of civilizations. The paper uses historical examples and modern challenges to explain why civilizations collapse. The research shows that ancient civilizations often fell due to rigid structures and unfair resource distribution. Today, civilizations face new risks like technology dependence, climate change, and nuclear threats. Using ideas from different fields, the paper argues for the need for global cooperation and stronger systems to handle crises. The study also highlights the importance of learning from history while creating new solutions in the digital age.</p> Yatong Arika Jiao Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 128 132 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11062 Changes in Relationships and the Integration of the Self: A Study on Self-Awareness and Growth Based on Object Relations Theory and Emotion- Focused Therapy (EFT) https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11066 <p>This study explores the psychological adaptation process of individuals in changing relationships, integrating object relations theory and emotion-focused therapy (EFT) to provide both theoretical analysis and practical insights. The case study focuses on Michi (pseudonym) and her emotional fluctuations in workplace relationships, revealing how psychological mechanisms such as projective identification, true self and false self, and the paranoid-schizoid and depressive positions influence individuals’ perceptions of relationships and emotional regulation. The study finds that Michi experienced a psychological transition from anxiety and anger to self-awareness and emotional regulation as she faced the promotion of her colleague and the changes in their relationship. Her initial emotional turmoil stemmed from high expectations of attachment and manifested as projective identification and control needs. As she engaged in self-exploration, she employed EFT techniques such as emotional experience and the empty-chair work to conduct an internal dialogue, ultimately achieving a renewed understanding and integration of her emotional patterns, relational expectations, and self-stability. Theoretical analysis suggests that psychological distress in changing relationships is not only influenced by external environmental changes but also significantly shaped by internal object relation patterns and self-stability. Through EFT’s emotion-focused interventions, individuals can more effectively identify and transform maladaptive emotional patterns, thereby enhancing psychological flexibility and autonomy in the face of relational changes. The study emphasizes that the core of psychological growth lies not in controlling external relationships but in the stability and integration of the inner self. It also provides theoretical and practical guidance for workplace relationship adjustment, emotional management, and psychological counseling.</p> Guizhen Liu Xiaoyi He Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 133 142 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11066 Design and Practice of Intelligent Safety Prevention and Control System for Overseas Power Plants https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/10646 <p>Against the backdrop of the Belt and Road Initiative, overseas thermal power enterprises face challenges such as complex geographical environments, difficult safety supervision, and prominent localized management issues. Huadian Xigang Power Generation Co., Ltd. (Cambodia) has constructed an intelligent safety prevention and control system with global perception as the core based on industrial Internet and artificial intelligence technologies. This paper elaborates on the architectural design, key technology applications, and practical effects of the system. Through innovative means such as 3D digital twin, AI intelligent patrol, and multi-system integration, it realizes the upgrade of safety management in overseas power plants from passive response to active prevention and control, providing a reproducible technical paradigm and management experience for safety governance of energy enterprises along the Belt and Road.</p> Qinglin Deng Xuexiong Huang Tiandong Zhong Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 143 148 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.10646 Research on the Refined Path and Strategy of College Students’ Ideological and Political Education in the Context of New Media https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11079 <p>With the continuous improvement of social demand for high-quality talents, the emphasis of higher education on Ideological and political education has gradually increased. The new media environment has brought new development opportunities for college students’ ideological and political education, but it also faces severe social challenges. The form of ideological and political education in the traditional higher education system is relatively broad. The transformation from “rough” to “refined” is a new educational concept that fits the current personality characteristics of college students. This paper discusses the related issues of the refined path and strategy of Ideological and political education for college students in the new media environment, analyzes the shortcomings of traditional ideological and political education for college students, the impact of new media on Ideological and political education for college students, and the effective path and strategy of refined ideological and political education for college students, so as to promote the improvement of Ideological and political teaching level for college students.</p> Feng Han Gang Li Luman Jiang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 149 155 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11079 Research on Integrating Chinese Cultural Elements into Online HSK Instruction https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11080 <p>The extensive infusion of Chinese cultural elements into the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) poses significant pedagogical and assessment challenges. However, existing HSK-oriented courses predominantly emphasize linguistic competence training while neglecting systematic cultural instruction. Although online HSK courses have improved instructional accessibility, they have concurrently exacerbated the complexities of effectively transmitting Chinese cultural knowledge. This study examines the HSK preparatory curriculum for international students at Y University, extracting prominent Chinese cultural markers from historical HSK test materials. Through a three-dimensional framework—teaching presence, cognitive presence, and social presence—the study identifies critical deficiencies in current online HSK course delivery. To address these gaps, three targeted recommendations are proposed: (1) a structured taxonomy of cultural elements to refine pedagogical design; (2) the development of modular cultural micro-lectures to augment digital learning resources; and (3) a hybrid AI-instructor model to foster learner autonomy.</p> Wenting Wang Dongdong Ding Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 156 163 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11080 Analysis of Pathways to Promote Cultural Confidence in the Process of Sinicizing Marxism https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11094 <p>This paper discusses syncretized Marxism and gives a definition of cultural confidence and its connection to China’s socialism. Firstly, the paper explores the strategy of Sinicizing Marxism from Yan’an to the present era and demonstrates how the culture that was practiced in a Marxist way then is the basis of the current Chinese people’s cultural autonomy, with examples from practical life. Next, the paper tells about the global and information-based character of China’s cultural environment and how far building cultural confidence has developed in those mentioned conditions. It then talks about the way of defending and promoting the socialist culture via legal and theoretical instruments, which is a statement that changing the system of culture and forceful leadership of the party is definitely a decided matter. Speaking of cultural enterprises, the text underlines the role of market-driven operations and technological innovation; it also suggests that with the ongoing supply-side changes, it is possible to get enriched with cultural products and achieve the identification of local people. The third paragraph discusses the results of two case studies, which are the safekeeping of intangible cultural heritage in rural areas and the setting up of an international platform for public opinion exchange through a “going global” strategy. At the end of the essay, the author introduces a series of countermeasures, e.g. reinforcing theoretical education, leading public opinion with the help of cultural education and practice platforms and so on, to combat ideological and external cultural challenges, providing a framework to conceptualize Sinicization of Marxism and cultural confidence in a more systematic way.</p> Jingru Han Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 164 171 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11094 The Cornerstones of Maritime Governance: Administration, Law-Policy Dynamics, and Crew Welfare https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/10836 <p>This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of maritime law and policy as a fundamental global governance framework whose priority is enhancing maritime safety and trade efficiency through integrated regulatory systems. Drawing on established theoretical frameworks in maritime governance literature, the study systematically examines four interconnected dimensions: (1) the policymaking role of maritime administrations in bridging technical expertise and national interests, (2) the dynamic legislative process involving executive, legislative, and judicial interactions, (3) a comparative analysis of maritime governance models (liberal democratic vs. Chinese centralized systems), and (4) human element considerations in crew welfare and operational safety. The research covers the historical evolution of maritime governance mechanisms, evaluates their efficacy in balancing international obligations with domestic priorities, and identifies critical implementation gaps, particularly in seafarer rights protection and cross-jurisdictional policy harmonization. In addition to institutional analysis, this work further contextualizes contemporary challenges through technological advancements, environmental regulations, and COVID-19 impacts on seafarer well-being, arguing that effective maritime policy must reconcile technical rigor, governance adaptability, and human-centered design. Findings underscore the necessity of multidisciplinary approaches for sustainable global shipping governance.</p> Deqian Liu Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 172 177 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.10836 Research on the Development and Prospect of Hydrogen Energy Vehicles https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11099 <p>With the increasing global attention to environmental protection and sustainable development, hydrogen energy vehicles, as an important development direction of clean energy vehicles, are receiving more and more attention. As a zero-emission or low-emission mode of transportation, hydrogen-powered vehicles can not only effectively alleviate environmental problems caused by fossil fuel consumption, but also provide strong support for the transformation of the energy structure. This article will delve into the current development status and future prospects of hydrogen energy vehicles, and provide a specific analysis based on actual cases of coal-to-methanol hydrogen production enterprises, especially the promotion policies of methanol heavy-duty truck production companies in the Indonesian market.</p> Chang Yan Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 178 185 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11099 A Study on the Impact of Charitable Organization Capacity on Community Governance Performance: Based on the Perspective of Social Capital https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11100 <p>In the context of deepening the grassroots governance system in the new era, charitable organizations, as an important complementary force of the social governance system, have gradually become the focus of research on their functions and paths in community governance. Based on the social capital theory, this paper explores the influence mechanism of charitable organizations’ resource integration, social mobilization, and information transfer capacity on community governance performance. The study finds that: (1) the capacity of charitable organizations significantly improves the performance of community governance; (2) social capital has a partially intermediary role; and (3) there is an operable interactive mechanism between the three.</p> Runjun Zhang Haonan Lu Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 186 192 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11100 Research on the Construction of International Consumption Center City from the Perspective of Innovative Talents —Taking Haikou City as an Example https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11102 <p>This article focuses on the perspective of innovative talents and explores the development path for Haikou City to become an international consumer city. By analyzing the crucial role of innovative talents in building an international consumer center, and considering Haikou’s advantages in policy and resources, as well as the current talent situation and challenges faced during the construction process, the article proposes strategies from multiple dimensions, including the introduction, cultivation, motivation, and optimization of the talent development environment. The aim is to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for Haikou to accelerate the construction of an international consumer center and achieve high-quality economic development.</p> Yue Yang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 193 201 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11102 Innovative Development Path of Shaoguan Bamboo Industry from the Perspective of Ecological, Production, and Life Integration https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11106 <p>In the context of the development of “replacing plastic with bamboo” and “integrating the three industries”, the bamboo industry in Shaoguan City boasts certain advantages, including abundant resources. However, the industry faces significant challenges, such as low utilization efficiency and a shortage of skilled labor. The present article employs a comprehensive analysis of bamboo resources and industry status, leveraging SWOT analysis to elucidate the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges pertinent to the subject. The article further proposes an innovative development path for the bamboo industry. The objective of this initiative is to promote resource-intensive management, strengthen technical and talent support, expand diversified marketing channels, and deepen the integrated development of the bamboo industry. The overarching ambition is to achieve a rich and beautiful bamboo industry ecology, abundant production, and prosperous life in Shaoguan, thereby providing invaluable experience and reference for the development of China’s bamboo industry as a whole.</p> Nanjing Chen Ruikang Li Xudong Chen Jiachun Lin Zhenfeng Zhu Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 202 207 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11106 News Framing Analysis of Local Government’s Internet Public Opinion Crisis and Media Coverage: A Case Study of the Qingdao Prawn Incident https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/10523 <p>Utilizing news frame theory, this study analyzed the media coverage of the Qingdao prawn incident. It examined the attribution of responsibility to local government and restaurant owners, along with the framing of the local government’s response. Out of 199 analyzed news reports, 28.6% emphasized the local government’s responsibility, and 22.6% highlighted the restaurant owners’. In terms of the local government’s response frames, negative responses were most prevalent at 21.1%, followed by positive (15.1%) and neutral (12.6%) frames. The data suggests that the media often holds the local government most accountable in public opinion crises, attributing significant blame to restaurant owners. The prevalence of negative framing indicates a bias towards critical coverage. Given the scarcity of neutral reporting, the need for balanced, objective reporting that scrutinizes the root causes and truth of events such as the Qingdao prawn incident is highlighted rather than adhering to superficial or biased narratives.</p> Xueyu Qu Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 208 223 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.10523 Research on Safe Flight and Economic Flight https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11107 <p>This paper focuses on the synergy mechanism between safe flight and economic flight in the aviation field, and conducts an analysis from three dimensions: theoretical construction, technical paths, and practical cases. At the theoretical level, a nonlinear coupling model of safety-economy collaboration is proposed to reveal the Pareto frontier characteristics in dynamic trade-offs. At the technical level, explore the dual empowerment of innovative technologies such as hybrid electric propulsion, digital twins, and blockchain on safety redundancy and operational efficiency. At the practical level, through comparisons with international airlines, reflections on typical accidents, and predictions of future scenarios, systemic risks such as the implicit nature of safety costs and the lag in technical verification are revealed. Research indicates that in the future, aviation needs to reconstruct the safety-economy balance paradigm through disruptive technologies such as quantum computing and neuromorphic chips in cross-domain scenarios like supersonic passenger transport, intercity air traffic, and space tourism. This article provides a theoretical framework and technical path reference for the sustainable development of the aviation industry in complex environments.</p> Nan Su Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 224 231 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11107 Industrial Synergy Among New Productive Forces: Insights from the Evolution of Solid-State Battery Technology for the Development of Green Energy Equipment https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11109 <p>In the context of accelerated global green and low-carbon transformation, solid-state batteries, as a core breakthrough point in next-generation energy storage technology, are not only reshaping the landscape of the new energy industry chain through technological iteration and industrialization but also serving as a typical sample for observing the formation mechanism of new productive forces. Based on the theoretical framework of industrial synergy, this paper analyzes the interactive mechanism between technological evolution in the solid-state battery field, industrial ecology construction, and the upgrading of green equipment in the manufacturing industry. The research shows that the deeply integrated innovation consortium of government, industry, academia, research, and application drives the industrial chain to shift from single-point innovation to systematic synergy by breaking through key technological bottlenecks such as mass production of solid electrolytes and solid-solid interface optimization. This provides a new path for the lightweighting, high safety, and low-carbon development of green energy equipment in the manufacturing industry. Facing the challenges of cost, standards, and ecological synergy, it is necessary to build a trinity system of “technological breakthroughs — scenario innovation — financial support” to accelerate the value transformation of new productive forces in the field of green manufacturing.</p> Zhou Li Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 232 239 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11109 The Integration and Innovation of Hainan’s Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance in the Construction of Vocational Undergraduate Art Design Specialty under the Background of Free Trade Port https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11110 <p>As the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port advances, the cultural sector is facing new opportunities and challenges. Hainan’s intangible cultural heritage (ICH), a treasure of local culture, is rich in unique artistic value and cultural significance, making its preservation and innovation crucial. This article focuses on the development of distinctive undergraduate art design programs, exploring the integration and innovation pathways of Hainan’s ICH within these programs. By analyzing the current integration of Hainan’s ICH with art design, the article identifies existing issues and proposes targeted innovative strategies, including curriculum development, teaching method reform, practical platform establishment, and faculty team building. The aim is to cultivate high-quality professionals who possess both artistic design skills and an awareness of ICH inheritance and innovation, thereby providing strong support for the development of Hainan’s ICH and the cultural development of the free trade port, achieving a harmonious advancement of culture and education.</p> Bo Yuan Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 240 247 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11110 Research on the International Promotion of Acupuncture Based on Health Economics https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11113 <p>This study explores international promotion strategies for acupuncture from a health economics perspective, aiming to provide both theoretical support and practical pathways for its global dissemination. As a key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture has gained increasing global recognition due to its simplicity, affordability, effectiveness, and safety. With the advancement of initiatives such as “Healthy China” and the One Belt One Road Initiative, acupuncture has played a leading role in TCM’s international outreach. Research indicates that acupuncture offers notable cost-effectiveness across various diseases and shows considerable potential in cost-utility. However, its international promotion still faces challenges, including insufficient economic evidence, legal and policy barriers, limited insurance coverage, lack of standardized practices, and cultural differences. To address these issues, this study recommends enhancing the quality of health economic evaluations, prioritizing high-burden diseases, increasing localized research in target countries, and strengthening international collaboration, with the goal of achieving high-quality global integration of acupuncture.</p> Jiaqi Wang Xiulin Wang Chi Su Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 248 254 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11113 Product Design for Instant Stress Relief: A Study on Fragmented Scenes for High-pressure Groups https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11117 <p>Increasingly severe fragmented stress problems. Through systematic analysis, this study finds that such stress has three major characteristics: high frequency, instantaneity, and contextualization. The causes mainly come from the fast-paced workplace culture, the “always online” mode of smart devices, and individuals’ procrastination coping strategies. Research shows that 92% of urban residents will spontaneously take stress-relieving actions within 3 minutes after stress occurs, presenting a behavioral pattern of “immediate relief — quick switch — minimum cost.” Based on this, this paper proposes a complete set of stress-relief product design strategies. First, achieve psychological regulation through multi-sensory feedback; second, adopt the design principles of simplicity and contextualization; and finally, develop intelligent stress-relief products with a three-level feedback system. Empirical data from the MIT Media Lab show that such products can increase the efficiency of emotional release by 40%, effectively meeting the immediate stress-relief needs of modern people in fragmented scenarios. This study provides a theoretical basis and practical guidance for the design of stress management products.<br><br></p> Yasiqi Xiao Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 255 262 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11117 Research on the Restructuring of the Visual Communication Design Curriculum System Driven by Management Principles https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11119 <p>Against the backdrop of accelerating global digital transformation, Visual Communication Design (VCD), as an interdisciplinary field involving creativity, technology, market dynamics, and other factors, is undergoing unprecedented change. Particularly with the rapid development of internet technology and the widespread adoption of new media, the industry demands increasingly higher comprehensive competencies from design professionals. In the modern business environment, entities like advertising agencies and internet companies place greater emphasis on user experience. Industry demand has shifted from purely aesthetic output towards strategically driven solutions. However, traditional VCD curricula predominantly emphasize skills and aesthetic cultivation, lacking systematic training in management thinking and capabilities. This gap results in graduates struggling to meet the industry’s need for versatile talent. Therefore, exploring the integration of management principles into VCD education to construct a curriculum system that cultivates both artistic aesthetic ability and strengthens management competence and practical skills is critically important. This paper conducts an in-depth analysis of current problems in VCD education, such as the disconnect between course content and industry needs, monotonous teaching methods, and insufficient practical opportunities.</p> Ziyan Zhang Zhe Yang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 263 267 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11119 Comparative Analysis of the Mining Acts in Kenya and Tanzania https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/10850 <p>Kenya and Tanzania passed new mining acts in 2016 and 2010, respectively. This paper intends to compare and analyze the mining acts of two countries from the aspects of legislative background, legislative status, legislative purpose, legislative structure, administrative power setting, mineral rights, environmental protection, and financial regulations. From the above comparison, the paper can see that Kenya and Tanzania are in the same pursuit of economic development, and both pay more attention to the use of tax policies and the supervision of administrative power.</p> Mudan Huang Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 268 274 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.10850 The Application of On-Site Analysis and Detection Technologies in the Conservation and Restoration of Polychrome Cliff Carvings https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11120 <p>Scientific analysis and testing of cultural relics are often carried out during the design phase prior to restoration, serving as the foundation for subsequent conservation treatment. Given the diversity and complexity of cultural relics, uncertainties are often present at all stages of conservation and restoration, making on-site analysis and testing at the conservation site highly significant for guiding protection and treatment. This paper, focusing on on-site conservation work for polychrome cliff carvings, discusses the application scenarios of several relatively simple and practical analysis and testing instruments—such as infrared thermal imagers, Leeb hardness testers, and spectrophotometers—at conservation and restoration sites.</p> Bohan Song Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 275 282 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11120 Study on the Distribution Characteristics of Tourism Elements in the Grand Canal Cultural Belt of Cangzhou City https://ojs.bbwpublisher.com/index.php/ssr/article/view/11121 <p>This article focuses on the cultural belt of the Grand Canal in Cangzhou City, analyzing the spatial distribution and correlation of its tourism elements. Based on a total of 14,192 Points of Interest (POI) data collected through the Gaode Map Application Programming Interface (API), the study employs spatial analysis methods such as spatial syntax analysis, kernel density estimation, average nearest neighbor analysis, global spatial autocorrelation test, and bivariate spatial autocorrelation test. These methods reveal the spatial patterns and interdependencies of the six core tourism elements: food, accommodation, transportation, tourism, shopping, and entertainment. The results indicate significant agglomeration in the spatial distribution of various tourism elements, accompanied by distinct characteristics of differentiation among them. This research provides valuable insights and references for the reconstruction of tourist spaces and the coordination of functional areas within the cultural belt of the Grand Canal in Cangzhou City.</p> Qi Wang Nan Yuan Copyright (c) 2025 Author(s) 2025-06-13 2025-06-13 7 6 283 292 10.26689/ssr.v7i6.11121