Risk Assessment and Management for CO2 Transportation Pipelines

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies are still in its initial stage in Malaysia so the existence of CO2 pipeline network relatively small which leads to the unadequate understanding of risk associated with CO2 release. In this project, risk-based approaches are used to evaluate the possible risks may occur when carbon dioxide (CO2) is transported in pipelines from its source to desired destinations. There are two case studies are presented. The first one is the risk analysis of CO2 pipeline network onshore and the second one is about the comparison study of risk between the CO2 and natural gas pipeline in order to raise awareness of the order of magnitude of CO2 risk. It is found that CO2 pipeline may represent significant risks once a large amount of CO2 is released close to dense population. This project also proposes some mitigation methods of the relevant risks regarding the current practices

Risk Assessment and Management for C02 Transportation Pipelines

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies are still in its initial stage in Malaysia so the existence of C02 pipeline network relatively small which leads to the unadequate understanding ofrisk associated with CO2 release. In this project, risk-based approaches are used to evaluate the possible risks may occur when carbon dioxide (CO2) is transported in pipelines from its source to desired destinations. There are two case studies are presented. The first one is the risk analysis of CO2 pipeline network onshore and the second one is about the comparison study of risk between the C02 and natural gas pipeline in order to raise awareness ofthe order ofmagnitude ofCO2 risk. It is found that C02 pipelinemay represent significantrisks once a large amount of C02 is released close to dense population. This project also proposes some mitigation methods ofthe relevant risks regarding the current practices

Side-Information Coding with Turbo Codes and its Application to Quantum Key Distribution

Turbo coding is a powerful class of forward error correcting codes, which can achieve performances close to the Shannon limit. The turbo principle can be applied to the problem of side-information source coding, and we investigate here its application to the reconciliation problem occurring in a continuous-variable quantum key distribution protocol.Comment: 3 pages, submitted to ISITA 200

EFL STUDENTS’ DIFFICULTIES IN UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS ENGLISH TEXTS

Students who learn business or economics subjects might read different business texts related to their majors. However, many English as a Foreign language (EFL) students are still struggling with their reading comprehension abilities The objectives of the study are to identify students’ perceptions of common difficulties when reading Business English texts and to explore their attitude towards a number of solutions. The participants were ninety-six Business English students who enrolled in a Business English Reading course at a public economics university in Ho Chi Minh City. A five-Likert questionnaire and a semi-structured interview were employed to collect the data for the study. The results show that EFL students often encountered difficulties in reading Business texts. The most prominent factors influencing Business English reading comprehension generally are Vocabulary, Timing, and Background Knowledge. To address those issues, Business English students proposed six solutions regarding lexical and grammatical knowledge enhancement, regular practice, metacognitive strategies, participation in business courses, and online dictionary use. These recommendations collectively aimed to empower students in mastering the skills of Business English reading comprehension.  Article visualizations

An investigation into writing practices in Ba Ria - Vung Tau lower secondary schools

In this era of globalization, English is the dominant international language. Therefore, many countries have attached importance to the teaching of English. In Vietnam, the government has seen English as a tool for national development, and this has led to reforms in the English curriculum and then to the launch of a large-scale National Foreign Language Project. These reforms and policy directions aim to enable Vietnamese students to use English confidently and independently to be able to integrate into the international community. This study investigates teachers’ instructional practices of English writing at lower secondary level and examines the influences on instructional practices in one province in Vietnam. In response to the National Foreign Language Project, writing short texts was officially added to English examinations in 2016-2017 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province where this study took place. Guided by Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory of learning and Fairclough’s conception of discourse, this study addresses the overarching question “What are the practices that influence the teaching of English writing in Ba Ria-Vung Tau (Vietnam) lower secondary schools?” The research employs a qualitative, multi-case study approach and draws on multiple data sources, including documents, classroom observations and semi-structured teacher interviews. This study was carried out at a rural, a suburban and an urban school located in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province. Six teachers, two from each of the schools, participated in this study. Classroom observations were conducted over a period of nearly four months and interviews were conducted with the teachers before and after classroom observations. Study findings reveal a significant gap between government policies and classroom practice. The teachers faced several challenges influencing their instructional practices, including prescriptive teacher professional development, textbook-bound teaching practice, teaching as a paradoxical practice (i.e. conflicting instructional and institutional conditions) and traditional teaching and learning practices. The teachers were often unable to employ instructional practices that supported students in being independent and creative writers. This study provides implications for educational policy makers and the teaching of writing in English as a foreign language

THE ARCHITECTURE OF VIETNAMESE TEMPLES – A STUDY FROM AN ARTISTIC PERSPECTIVE

The pagoda in Vietnam is an architectural work with many artistic values. The pagoda is a sacred space, and it gathers the cultural and artistic values of the Vietnamese people. In addition, it has satisfied the living needs of life, meeting the aesthetic needs of the people. The temple is the most complete collection of visual elements, closely combining and supporting each other in a unified whole. From an artistic perspective, the temple is the most typical architectural art of the Vietnamese people. The beauty of the temple is reflected in its sanctity. The art of architecture and decoration of the temple expresses the thoughts and feelings of the Vietnamese people. Besides, it shows the creativity and aesthetic aptitude of the Vietnamese people. The pagoda is a typical example, a uniqueness that creates the unique beauty of the Vietnamese people.  Article visualizations

Basel III and the risk management of banks in Vietnam

2013 dissertation for MSc in Finance and Risk Management. Selected by academic staff as a good example of a masters level dissertation. Commercial banking system of Vietnam is the lifeblood of the economy and considered to be one of very sensitive areas. Hence it is always faced with the problems of risk in business activity as credit risk, liquidity risk, interest rate risk, etc. The last time, the complex evolution of the economy such as high inflation accompanied by speculation was the premise for risk gradually revealed. In this situation, it required banks to quickly identify, detect risks to the banking business to timely process. In summary, to commercial banking system of Vietnam become highly competitive, dynamic, and implement operational goals safely and effectively in business, research and apply solutions to prevent and limit risks in the business activities of commercial banks of Vietnam is sorely needed, namely, the application of the standards of the Basel accord on banking management. However, the application of stringent standards of Basel is not a simple task for a country with developing economy such as Vietnam. By analyzing the performance of banks in Vietnam in recent, it is possible to evaluate the real capacity of the banks and find appropriate solutions for the improvement of Vietnam's banking system

Online learning negotiation: Native-speaker versus nonnative speaker teachers and Vietnamese EFL learners

Online English language teaching can now be facilitated by communication technology, which allows easy access to interaction with native speakers. Nevertheless, this industry subscribes to an assumption that native speaker English teachers (NESTs) are the gold standard of language whereas the non-native speaker English teachers (NNESTs) are inferior educators (Walkinshaw & Duong, 2014). Rare research has provided evidence of the negotiation produced by NESTs versus NNESTs with EFL learners online and its impact on the learners’ output. Thus, the current study narrows this empirical gap. Drawing upon a database of 30 five-minute interaction sessions between 30 teachers (15 NESTs and 15 NNESTs) and 30 basic level Vietnamese EFL adult learners, the study revealed similar negotiation of meaning functions as reported in previous research. However, the NESTs used more elaboration while the NNESTs used more confirmation checks, clarification requests, and reply clarification. Qualitative analysis further indicated that the NNESTs provided more productive support, encouraging the learners’ output, than the NESTs did. This implies that although online voice interaction creates an environment for EFL learners to practice, language educators and teachers, regardless of status, should heed how to handle it so that online learners can benefit from both comprehensible input and opportunities for pushed output

FACTORS INFLUENCING THE INTENTION TO USE MOBILE MONEY: A STUDY IN BUSINESSES IN HANOI, VIETNAM

Abstract The government's and people's expectations for the successful implementation of this activity are significant, but the scientific basis for its implementation remains limited. This study, the first of its kind in Vietnam since the aforementioned decision, aims to clarify the factors influencing consumer usage of Mobile Money, focusing on businesses in Hanoi, Vietnam. Mobile Money, a form of mobile wallet not linked to bank accounts, represents a new transaction method in Vietnam, catering to consumers' reduced use of cash. This research examines the factors affecting the intention to use Mobile Money among employees of businesses in Hanoi. To achieve this goal, the author relies on the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA), the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), and risk perception variables to design the research model. With a sample of 479 employees who intend to use Mobile Money, hypotheses are tested using a multivariate regression model through quantitative analysis with IBM SPSS Statistics 20.0. The research results identify five factors that positively influence the intention to use Mobile Money: Perceived Ease of Use, Trust, Security and Privacy, Social Influence, and COVID-19 Risk Perception. The factor of Perceived Usefulness does not have a significant impact in this case. Particularly, heightened risk perception regarding COVID-19 or social instability leads to an increased intention to use Mobile Money. This study provides guidance to Mobile Money service providers on how to enhance users' intention to use their services. Additionally, it underscores how factors related to diseases or societal instability can alter or even disrupt initial intention or behavior models

Risk Assessment and Management for C02 Transportation Pipelines

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies are still in its initial stage in Malaysia so the existence of C02 pipeline network relatively small which leads to the unadequate understanding ofrisk associated with CO2 release. In this project, risk-based approaches are used to evaluate the possible risks may occur when carbon dioxide (CO2) is transported in pipelines from its source to desired destinations. There are two case studies are presented. The first one is the risk analysis of CO2 pipeline network onshore and the second one is about the comparison study of risk between the C02 and natural gas pipeline in order to raise awareness ofthe order ofmagnitude ofCO2 risk. It is found that C02 pipelinemay represent significantrisks once a large amount of C02 is released close to dense population. This project also proposes some mitigation methods ofthe relevant risks regarding the current practices