Maela Madel L Cahigas
Biographic Data
| ID | 4613352 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Maela Madel L Cahigas |
| GIVEN NAMES | Maela Madel L |
| FAMILY NAME | Cahigas |
| SIGNATURE | CAHIGAS M M L |
| AFFILIATIONS | Mapúa University |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-6368-3393 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 21 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 8 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 21 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
Analyzing guests' preferences for Airbnb bookings in Japan using machine learning algorithms
The surging popularity of Airbnb demands a deeper understanding of guest behavior in diverse markets. While existing research had predominantly focused on major players like the US and Europe, there was a significant gap in the study of the Asian travel landscape, particularly the sizeable Japanese Airbnb market. To bridge this knowledge gap, the researchers employed machine learning techniques to predict the Airbnb's binary overall rating status…
Influencing turnover intention among building information modeling (BIM) Workers in China
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become integral to modern construction management in China, yet its successful implementation has been hindered by a shortage of skilled BIM personnel and high turnover rates. This study investigates the key factors influencing turnover intention among BIM workers in China through a structural equation modeling (SEM) approach. Survey data were collected from 558 BIM practitioners and researchers across vari…
Exploring the desire of Filipino engineering professionals to work abroad using the ECT-TPB Theory
Preference analysis on piano music school attributes among young pianists
Piano music school is a long-standing business worldwide. It has flourished continuously in Indonesia as many young artists engage in performing arts. Since the piano is one of the most popular instruments but the least investigated academically, researchers aimed to close the gap in both practical and academic motivations. The purpose of this study is to analyze the preference of pianists in choosing a piano music school through the application …
Cognitive perceptions and behavioral loyalty in telecommunication services
Qatar residents' satisfaction for using the Doha Metro Rail System
Doha's public transportation system was entirely dependent on publicly run ground transportation services, including buses, taxis, and limousines before the Doha Metro Rail System - a sustainable transportation system, was implemented. This study integrated the Social Exchange Theory (SET) with the SERVQUAL 5 dimensions as a higher-ordered construct to assess how satisfied Qatar residents were with the Doha Metro Rail System after three years of …
Determining factors affecting the perceived quality of fire safety signage icons
Fire safety signage icons have become extremely important in visual communication, conveying critical information with precision to prevent fire disasters. This study investigates the causal relationships among five cognitive constructs-semantic distance, communicativeness, complexity, layout, and perceived quality-of fire safety signage icons presented in four distinct formats: image-related, concept-related, semi-abstract (ISO 7010:2019), and c…
Applying the technology acceptance model – Theory of planned behavior (TAM-TPB) model to study the acceptance of building information modeling (BIM) in green building in China
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a transformative tool in addressing sustainability challenges in the construction industry. While Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a transformative technology for advancing sustainability, its adoption in China faces significant challenges. This study integrated the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to analyze the factors influencing BIM …
Factors influencing the perceived usability of line pay
Why did Generation Z choose engineering-related courses? A conjoint analysis approach
Engineering plays a critical role in driving industrialization, advancing technology, and sustaining national development, yet interest in engineering careers among Generation Z has shown a troubling decline worldwide. Understanding how this cohort makes educational and career choices is essential for strengthening the future engineering workforce. The purpose of this study was to quantify how Generation Z students evaluate competing attributes w…
Exploring house purchase intention considering typhoon and earthquake disaster experiences in Taoyuan, Taiwan
Investigating factors influencing the intention to revisit Mount Semeru during post 2022 volcanic eruption
Determining the factors affecting implementation of health and safety app towards improvement of safety culture
The improvement of safety culture in the academic sector is often overlooked, as Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) practices are typically associated with industries. Consequently, research on health and safety in educational centers building is limited. This study aims to bridge this gap by investigating the factors influencing the implementation of a health and safety application in an engineering school building in the Philippines, using th…
Factors affecting compliance with vehicular environmental laws and pro-environmental behavior in Lahore, Pakistan
Lahore, Pakistan, is considered the most polluted city in the world and is suffering from environmental injustice due to a lack of compliance with vehicular environmental laws and deficient observance of pro-environmental behavior. This study analyzes factors affecting public compliance with vehicular environmental laws among drivers in Lahore with an extended pro-environmental behavior approach. The study utilized several factors such as persona…
Analysis of sustainable E-money usage in a developing country
Emerging technologies and their applications are steadily gaining traction and diversifying across various domains, including the financial sector. E-money represents one such extension, facilitating cashless transactions through mobile applications which has recently bloomed in the Philippines. This research sought to offer valuable insights into the role of digital currency in developing emerging economies by integrating the UTAUT2 model with t…
Factors influencing the intention to use e-wallet among generation Z and millennials in the Philippines
The use of E -wallets in the Philippines experienced remarkable growth in recent years. This study investigated the key factors influencing the intention to use E-wallets among Generation Z and Millennials in the country, employing an extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) framework. A total of 500 respondents from these demographic groups participated in an online survey featuring 24 indicators, selected through a stratified sampling method.…
Investigating factors influencing the donation intentions and volunteering intentions for the 2023 Turkey earthquake victims
Examining Filipinos’ intention to revisit Siargao after Super Typhoon Rai 2021 (Odette)
Filipinos’ intention to participate in 2022 leyte landslide response volunteer opportunities
Determining factors affecting preparedness beliefs among Filipinos on Taal volcano eruption in Luzon, Philippines
Predicting factors influencing intention to donate for super Typhoon Odette victims
Factors influencing the perceived usability of line pay
Applying the technology acceptance model – Theory of planned behavior (TAM-TPB) model to study the acceptance of building information modeling (BIM) in green building in China
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a transformative tool in addressing sustainability challenges in the construction industry. While Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a transformative technology for advancing sustainability, its adoption in China faces significant challenges. This study integrated the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to analyze the factors influencing BIM …
Why did Generation Z choose engineering-related courses? A conjoint analysis approach
Engineering plays a critical role in driving industrialization, advancing technology, and sustaining national development, yet interest in engineering careers among Generation Z has shown a troubling decline worldwide. Understanding how this cohort makes educational and career choices is essential for strengthening the future engineering workforce. The purpose of this study was to quantify how Generation Z students evaluate competing attributes w…
Determining factors affecting preparedness beliefs among Filipinos on Taal volcano eruption in Luzon, Philippines
Predicting factors influencing intention to donate for super Typhoon Odette victims
Examining Filipinos’ intention to revisit Siargao after Super Typhoon Rai 2021 (Odette)
Filipinos’ intention to participate in 2022 leyte landslide response volunteer opportunities
Exploring house purchase intention considering typhoon and earthquake disaster experiences in Taoyuan, Taiwan
Investigating factors influencing the intention to revisit Mount Semeru during post 2022 volcanic eruption
Determining the factors affecting implementation of health and safety app towards improvement of safety culture
The improvement of safety culture in the academic sector is often overlooked, as Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) practices are typically associated with industries. Consequently, research on health and safety in educational centers building is limited. This study aims to bridge this gap by investigating the factors influencing the implementation of a health and safety application in an engineering school building in the Philippines, using th…
Factors affecting compliance with vehicular environmental laws and pro-environmental behavior in Lahore, Pakistan
Lahore, Pakistan, is considered the most polluted city in the world and is suffering from environmental injustice due to a lack of compliance with vehicular environmental laws and deficient observance of pro-environmental behavior. This study analyzes factors affecting public compliance with vehicular environmental laws among drivers in Lahore with an extended pro-environmental behavior approach. The study utilized several factors such as persona…
Analysis of sustainable E-money usage in a developing country
Emerging technologies and their applications are steadily gaining traction and diversifying across various domains, including the financial sector. E-money represents one such extension, facilitating cashless transactions through mobile applications which has recently bloomed in the Philippines. This research sought to offer valuable insights into the role of digital currency in developing emerging economies by integrating the UTAUT2 model with t…
Factors influencing the intention to use e-wallet among generation Z and millennials in the Philippines
The use of E -wallets in the Philippines experienced remarkable growth in recent years. This study investigated the key factors influencing the intention to use E-wallets among Generation Z and Millennials in the country, employing an extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) framework. A total of 500 respondents from these demographic groups participated in an online survey featuring 24 indicators, selected through a stratified sampling method.…
Investigating factors influencing the donation intentions and volunteering intentions for the 2023 Turkey earthquake victims
Influencing turnover intention among building information modeling (BIM) Workers in China
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become integral to modern construction management in China, yet its successful implementation has been hindered by a shortage of skilled BIM personnel and high turnover rates. This study investigates the key factors influencing turnover intention among BIM workers in China through a structural equation modeling (SEM) approach. Survey data were collected from 558 BIM practitioners and researchers across vari…
Exploring the desire of Filipino engineering professionals to work abroad using the ECT-TPB Theory
Preference analysis on piano music school attributes among young pianists
Piano music school is a long-standing business worldwide. It has flourished continuously in Indonesia as many young artists engage in performing arts. Since the piano is one of the most popular instruments but the least investigated academically, researchers aimed to close the gap in both practical and academic motivations. The purpose of this study is to analyze the preference of pianists in choosing a piano music school through the application …
Cognitive perceptions and behavioral loyalty in telecommunication services
Qatar residents' satisfaction for using the Doha Metro Rail System
Doha's public transportation system was entirely dependent on publicly run ground transportation services, including buses, taxis, and limousines before the Doha Metro Rail System - a sustainable transportation system, was implemented. This study integrated the Social Exchange Theory (SET) with the SERVQUAL 5 dimensions as a higher-ordered construct to assess how satisfied Qatar residents were with the Doha Metro Rail System after three years of …
Determining factors affecting the perceived quality of fire safety signage icons
Fire safety signage icons have become extremely important in visual communication, conveying critical information with precision to prevent fire disasters. This study investigates the causal relationships among five cognitive constructs-semantic distance, communicativeness, complexity, layout, and perceived quality-of fire safety signage icons presented in four distinct formats: image-related, concept-related, semi-abstract (ISO 7010:2019), and c…
Applying the technology acceptance model – Theory of planned behavior (TAM-TPB) model to study the acceptance of building information modeling (BIM) in green building in China
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a transformative tool in addressing sustainability challenges in the construction industry. While Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a transformative technology for advancing sustainability, its adoption in China faces significant challenges. This study integrated the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to analyze the factors influencing BIM …
Factors influencing the perceived usability of line pay
Why did Generation Z choose engineering-related courses? A conjoint analysis approach
Engineering plays a critical role in driving industrialization, advancing technology, and sustaining national development, yet interest in engineering careers among Generation Z has shown a troubling decline worldwide. Understanding how this cohort makes educational and career choices is essential for strengthening the future engineering workforce. The purpose of this study was to quantify how Generation Z students evaluate competing attributes w…
Analyzing guests' preferences for Airbnb bookings in Japan using machine learning algorithms
The surging popularity of Airbnb demands a deeper understanding of guest behavior in diverse markets. While existing research had predominantly focused on major players like the US and Europe, there was a significant gap in the study of the Asian travel landscape, particularly the sizeable Japanese Airbnb market. To bridge this knowledge gap, the researchers employed machine learning techniques to predict the Airbnb's binary overall rating status…
Psychology (16 works) · Computer Science (11 works) · Political science (9 works) · Business (8 works) · Social Psychology (8 works) · Structural equation modeling (8 works) · Engineering (6 works) · Geography (6 works) · Theory of planned behavior (6 works) · Customer Service Quality and Loyalty (5 works)