We show that local potential maximizer ([15]) with constant weights is stochastically stable in the log-linear dynamics provided that the payoff function or the associated local potential function is supermodular. We illustrate and discuss, through a series of examples, the use of our main results as well as other concepts closely related to local potential maximizer: weighted potential maximiz...

This paper proposes a theory of city size distribution via a hierarchy approach rather than the popular random growth process. It does so by formalizing central place theory using an equilibrium entry model and specifying the conditions under which city size distribution follows a power law. Central place theory describes the way in which a hierarchical city system with different layers of citi...

Introduction & Purpose of the Study Living-learning programs (LLPs), or academically-themed programs based in college residence halls to promote greater in-and out-of-class integration and subsequently facilitate deeper learning, have become extremely popular over the past 25 years as a way for higher education institutions to improve undergraduate education. A comprehensive review of literatur...

We examine the relation between disaster risk and banks’ loan loss provisions (LLP). propose a measure based on natural disasters declared as major by Federal Emergency Management Agency over 15-year span. theoretically support empirically validate our using three different approaches, including UN Sendai Framework for reduction, which relates to hazard exposure, vulnerability capacity, charact...

Previous studies have identified two highly basic amphipathic helical regions in the human immunodeficiency virus type 1 transmembrane protein that, in vitro, display both cytolytic and calmodulin-binding and -inhibitory properties that could contribute to cellular dysfunctions and cytopathogenesis during a persistent viral infection. In the current study, the structural specificity of the cyto...