Geology has facilitated societal growth and development. This study analysed the latest development in geology research within 10 ASEAN countries. The VOSviewer software was utilised to examine the distribution of bibliometric maps. The data was acquired from the Scopus database through a data filtering process using the “geology” terms contained in the title, keyword, and A total of 2,319 articles published between 2018 and 2022 were chosen to capture the prevailing latest circumstances. The findings showed a notable change in geology study throughout the five-year duration, with the number of articles published decreasing from 407 in 2018 to 265 in 2022. The VOSviewer association strength method further revealed the five terms with the highest frequency occurrences, namely geology (794 occurrences), structural geology (259 occurrences), engineering geology (278 occurrences), geophysics (240 occurrences), and remote sensing (214 occurrences). The terms were further categorised into seven distinct clusters, consisting of geology, structural geology, seismology, economic geology, deposits, engineering geology, and volcanoes. Both Indonesia and Malaysia were the most significant countries associated with the geology terms. The emerging latest terms adopted were gas engineering, environmental technology, tourism, machine learning, and sustainable development. This study serves as a valuable point of reference and a source of contemplation for researchers seeking to explore additional research areas, particularly in the field of geology within the ASEAN territory.

Manuscript type: Research paper Research aims: The study examines the factors influencing the intention to invest in Private Retirement Schemes (PRS), with attitudes as moderating variables. Design/Methodology/Approach: A quantitative approach was employed using a structured Google Form survey. Data on PRS investment intention were collected from respondents, assessing social (firm-generated/usergenerated social media, social influence), marketing (transaction cost, advertisement), and personal factors (brand image, financial literacy, risk tolerance, trust, investment experience). Path analysis was used to examine relationships among variables and test the moderating effects of attitudes. Research findings: Attitudes mediate the relationship between the determinants and PRS investment intention. Advertising, financial literacy, and social influence significantly impact attitudes, shaping investment desire. Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study integrates the theory of planned behaviour (TPB), life cycle theory (LCT), and symbolic interaction theory (SIT) to provide a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing PRS investment. It extends TPB by confirming attitudes as a mediating factor, incorporates LCT to explain investment behaviour across different stages of life, and applies SIT to explore the role of social influences and perceptions in shaping investment intentions. This multidimensional approach contributes to retirement investment research by offering a holistic perspective on the determinants of PRS investment. Practitioner/Policy implications: Findings suggest policymakers promote PRS through targeted advertising, financial literacy initiatives, and leveraging social influence, with tailored strategies for different income groups. Research limitation: The study may overlook systemic factors, lacks generalisability, and excludes psychological issues.

Malaysia and ASEAN-5 e-commerce research: Bibliometric analysis and sustainable development

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia: Analisis bibliometrik kajian sains sosial dalam pangkalan data Scopus dari tahun 2019 sehingga 2023 (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia: Bibliometric analysis social science analysis within Scopus databased from 2019 to 2023)

In recent years, the consumption of healthy foods, particularly organic options, has emerged as a key factor in driving sustainable transformation. However, the rising global population, increasing incomes, and urbanization have intensified concerns over food security due to the depletion of natural resources. To address these challenges, governments and businesses have introduced strategies such as adopting innovative, efficient, and cost-effective technologies to enhance agricultural productivity. Despite these efforts, food insecurity remains a significant issue for low-income households in developing countries, including Malaysia and Indonesia. This study aims to explore the influence of trust, food neophobia, perceived benefits, perceived risks, and perceived naturalness on consumer acceptance of edible insects in Malaysia and Indonesia. Data was collected through purposive sampling from 388 respondents, comprising 288 Malaysians and 100 Indonesians, using a structured questionnaire. Hierarchical multiple regression analysis was conducted using SPSS to test the proposed relationships. The findings reveal that trust (in the individual endorsing the product), perceived benefits, perceived naturalness, and food neophobia significantly affect consumer acceptance of edible insects. Moreover, nationality moderated the relationship between perceived risks and perceived benefits, with these factors having a stronger impact on Malaysian and Indonesian consumers. This study contributes to the understanding of consumer behavior in the emerging edible insect market and provides valuable insights for businesses and professionals to develop more effective marketing strategies aimed at increasing demand for edible insect-based food products.