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Evaluating the impact of reciprocal teaching embedded within a Web 2.0 tool upon fifth-grade students’ reading during integrated readers’ workshop at a Professional Development School
Authors: Jones Aisja , Hardie Suzy 
Published: December 2024

PurposeFor this study, 12 fifth-grade students read expository text, employed reciprocal teaching strategies, collaborated face to face online using a Web 2.0 tool during the reading workshop. The purpose of this action research was to evaluate the impact of reciprocal teaching embedded in the Wakelet Curation Tool, a Web 2.0 tool, on fifth-grade students’ reading for comprehension, reading attitudes and perceptions of the innovation in an integrated reading class at an urban characteristic (Milner et al., 2018) Professional Development School (PDS) (National Association for Professional Development Schools, 2021) site.Design/methodology/approachThis action research followed a convergent parallel mixed-methods design. Two quantitative data collection instruments were used. Inferential and descriptive statistical tests were run to analyze quantitative data.FindingsFindings showed the posttest scores for the Comprehension Content Knowledge test were not significantly higher than the pretest scores, but there was an increase from pre- to posttest. ERAS scores showed there was not an increase from pre- to postsurvey. In addition to quantitative data, qualitative data were collected and analyzed using inductive analysis. Four individual semi-structured interviews yielded the qualitative data for this study. Four themes were identified over the course of two coding cycles: (1) contributions of fifth-grade students’ perceptions about the innovation, (2) affective contributions, (3) reading achievement and (4) suggestions for future use. The data suggested participants acquired content-specific knowledge and strategies for monitoring and assessing their comprehension.Originality/valueThe information in this article explains the steps that the Outstanding Dissertation Award winner completed in order to apply for the PDS award. The article describes the action research that was conducted with fifth grade students to see how reciprocal teaching embedded within Wakelet Curation Tool impacted their reading comprehension.
The dual faces of social media: connectivity and fraud in the digital age
Authors: Cook Jack , Cook Jared Scott 
Published: December 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to explore fraud’s pervasive nature and social media’s critical role in modern forensic investigations. As fraudsters increasingly exploit social media, investigators must continuously educate themselves on emerging means of effectively identifying, collecting and analyzing social media data. This paper highlights the role of social media in detecting and preventing fraud by providing digital evidence. It outlines the forensic process – evidence identification, collection and examination – and emphasizes using commercial and open-source tools to gather, analyze and secure evidence. The research contributes insights into the evolving fraud detection techniques using social media.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper uses a narrative review (Sylvester et al., 2013).

Findings
Social media can aid fraud investigations by revealing suspect behaviors (witness tampering in The Prosecutor v. Jean-Pierre Bemba Gombo), networks (Operation Firewall) and communications, offering real-time data, and providing evidence of fraudulent activities through messages, connections and posts (US v. Brooklyn Men). An extensive review of commercial forensic software packages highlights their utility in preserving and verifying social media data’s authenticity for legal proceedings. In addition, the paper discusses open-source tools like HTTrack and TweetBeaver.

Research limitations/implications
An extensive review of commercial forensic software packages highlights their utility in preserving and verifying social media data’s authenticity for legal proceedings. In addition, the paper discusses open-source tools like HTTrack and TweetBeaver. Future research directions discussed include the development of advanced SOCMINT tools, AI and machine learning integration and examining how social media policy changes impact forensic investigations.

Practical implications
The social media forensic analysis procedure includes these steps: forensic investigator orientation, fraud identification, due diligence search, collection and preservation of social media data, technical search and forensic analysis. The paper also addresses the challenge posed by increasing awareness among criminals, who may alter their online behaviors to evade detection.

Originality/value
All content in this paper is original in its creation.
Modification of mechanical and microstructural characteristics into Ti‐6Al‐4V alloy by thermal treatment
Authors: Dewangan Saurabh , Singh Divjyot , Agarwal Ayush 
Published: December 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to analyze the titanium alloy under heat treated condition. Titanium alloy heat treatment, particularly Ti‐6Al‐4V alloy, has been an important field of study due to its wide variety of uses in the aerospace, automotive, and biomedical sectors. The mechanical characteristics of titanium alloys are heavily influenced by their microstructure. Cold‐rolled Ti‐alloys have strong bending and tensile strength due to extensive β‐phase precipitation on the α matrix. However, various heat treatment (HT) methods can affect the mechanical characteristics. The current study seeks to investigate the effects of various heat treatment procedures on the microstructural and mechanical changes of Ti‐6Al‐4V alloy, in order to achieve an optimal balance of strength, hardness, and ductility for a variety of real-world applications.

Design/methodology/approach
Three plates of Ti‐6Al‐4V alloy were heated above the β‐transus temperature for a certain period and then cooled via furnace, air, and sand. One extra plate was kept in ‘untreated’ condition and given name ‘as received’ plate. The three heat treated plates were evaluated and compared with ‘as received’ plate based on tensile strength, bending strength, hardness, and microstructural changes.

Findings
A considerable change in orientation of α and β was noted through optical microscopy upon heat treatment. The mechanical testing revealed that all the cooling methods adopted in the study have reduced the UTS and increased the YS of the plates. The ductility of the alloy was primarily enhanced by 'air cooling' and 'sand cooling' methods.

Originality/value
Notably, the hardness test findings indicated a significant drop in hardness for the ‘sand‐cooled’ sample. Furthermore, the ‘air cooled’ sample showed the maximum hardness due to the production of acicular α regions.
New Campylobacter Lineages in New Zealand Freshwater: Pathogenesis and Public Health Implications
Authors: Cookson Adrian L. , Burgess Sara , Midwinter Anne C. , Marshall Jonathan C. , Moinet Marie , Rogers Lynn , Fayaz Ahmed , Biggs Patrick J. , Brightwell Gale 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTThis study investigated the diversity of thermophilic Campylobacter species isolated from three New Zealand freshwater catchments affected by pastoral and urban activities. Utilising matrix‐assisted laser desorption ionisation‐time of flight and whole genome sequence analysis, the study identified Campylobacter jejuni (n = 46, 46.0%), C. coli (n = 39, 39%), C. lari (n = 4, 4.0%), and two novel Campylobacter species lineages (n = 11, 11%). Core genome sequence analysis provided evidence of prolonged persistence or continuous faecal shedding of closely related strains. The C. jejuni isolates displayed distinct sequence types (STs) associated with human, ruminant, and environmental sources, whereas the C. coli STs included waterborne ST3302 and ST7774. Recombination events affecting loci implicated in human pathogenesis and environmental persistence were observed, particularly in the cdtABC operon (encoding the cytolethal distending toxin) of non‐human C. jejuni STs. A low diversity of antimicrobial resistance genes (aadE‐Cc in C. coli), with genotype/phenotype concordance for tetracycline resistance (tetO) in three ST177 isolates, was noted. The data suggest the existence of two types of naturalised waterborne Campylobacter: environmentally persistent strains originating from waterbirds and new environmental species not linked to human campylobacteriosis. Identifying and understanding naturalised Campylobacter species is crucial for accurate waterborne public health risk assessments and the effective allocation of resources for water quality management.
Lessons Learned in an Australian Flood‐Affected Hospital's Evacuation and Field Hospital Setup: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Naru Faran Shoaib , Churruca Kate , Long Janet C. , Sarkies Mitchell , Braithwaite Jeffrey 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTThe staff of an Australian hospital faced significant challenges in evacuating the whole hospital due to unprecedented flooding. A retrospective study of those challenges and consequent adaptations was conducted to capture lessons for better preparedness. Semi‐structured interviews with seven clinicians and nurse managers in critical roles during the evacuation were conducted. Inductive thematic analysis was conducted in NVivo 14 to capture the themes emerging from the interview transcripts. Communication disruption, lack of knowledge of evacuation plan, staff shortage due to floods, crowd control of numerous volunteers, difficulties with ambulance service and insufficient information on field hospital's site and requirements, were the major challenges that the flood‐affected hospital's staff faced during evacuation. The staff improvised by conducting a reverse triage of patients that were tracked throughout evacuation. Additional adaptations included usage of private cars, buses and maxi taxis to transport equipment, medication and supplies. Despite being rare, whole hospital evacuations cannot be ruled out at a time when climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of disasters. This research identifies lessons to enhance disaster preparedness for potential hospital evacuations.
A preliminary exploration of the synergistic preservation effect of electrostatic field and superchilling on muscle foods: Mechanisms, influencing factors, applications, and challenges
Authors: Ma Zhiming , Zhang Yuxin , Pu Aofei , Tian Jing , Yang Zhongshuai , Feng Yuqin , Zhang Yuanlv , Liu Guishan 
Published: December 2024

AbstractMuscle foods that are highly perishable require effective preservation technologies to maintain their quality and extend their shelf life. Electrostatic field (EF) treatment, superchilling (SC), and their combined technologies have received attention for their effectiveness in improving muscle food quality. However, the lack of a comprehensive understanding of their mechanism and combined effects on muscle foods has limited their application. Therefore, the review began with a discussion of the mechanisms, influencing factors, and equipment development underlying EF treatment and SC of muscle foods. It then reviewed the research progress made to date and highlighted the effects of these technologies on various quality attributes, such as texture, color, and nutritional value. Additionally, the review explored the potential synergistic effects of combining these technologies and discussed how they could complement each other to achieve superior preservation outcomes. The EF significantly improves muscle food quality by inhibiting ice crystal growth, blunting enzyme activity, causing microbial electroporation, and generating ozone. SC technology utilizes low temperatures to form an ice crystal shell, effectively inhibiting the reproduction of microorganisms and passivating the activity of enzymes, thereby extending the shelf life. The combination of the two, through the dual inhibition of bacteria and enzymes and the regulation of ice crystals, can build an excellent preservation system to bring a better preservation effect for muscle foods. Future research should prioritize safety issues, equipment cost, and process optimization while exploring innovative applications. This will provide theoretical and technical support for the progress of muscle food preservation technology.
Clinical Trial: Safety and Efficacy of a Novel Oesophageal Delivery System for Topical Corticosteroids Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
Authors: Lucendo Alfredo J. , Nantes‐Castillejo Óscar , Straumann Alex , Biedermann Luc , Bredenoord Albert J. , Guagnozzi Danila , Blas‐Jhon Leonardo , Wiechowska‐Kozlowska Anna , Weidlich Simon , von Arnim Ulrike , Santander‐Vaquero Cecilio , Perelló Antonia , Pérez‐Martínez Isabel , Barrio Jesús , Vieth Michael , Gouya Ghazaleh , Dellon Evan S. 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundEsoCap is a thin mucoadhesive film designed to target the oesophageal mucosa. The device loaded with mometasone furoate (ESO‐101) is under investigation for the treatment of eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE).AimsTo evaluate the efficacy, safety and tolerability of ESO‐101 in patients with active EoE.MethodsWe conducted a randomised, placebo‐controlled, phase 2, proof‐of‐concept trial at 14 European sites in adults with EoE. Participants received placebo, uncoated EsoCap (n = 15), or EsoCap loaded with 800 μg of mometasone furoate (n = 28) once daily during 28 days. The primary outcome was the absolute change in the peak eosinophil count; secondary outcomes were histologic, clinical and endoscopic measures.ResultsTreatment with ESO‐101 resulted in reduction (mean ± SD) of 49.1 ± 88.4 eosinophils/high‐power field from baseline, compared with 6.6 ± 65.1 with placebo (p = 0.03). With ESO‐101, 48% and 44% of patients achieved < 15 and < 6 eosinophils/high‐power field, respectively; these were 0% with placebo. EoE Endoscopic Reference Score reduced significantly in patients treated with ESO‐101. In contrast, dysphagia and odynophagia severity decreased similarly in both groups. There were no serious treatment‐emergent adverse events. Mean serum cortisol did not change significantly throughout the trial. Notably, no oropharyngeal or oesophageal candidiasis was documented. The device was well tolerated.ConclusionsESO‐101 was superior to placebo in reducing oesophageal eosinophilia. The device was safe and well tolerated in adults with EoE, supporting the continued development of ESO‐101 for the treatment of EoE (Trials.gov No.: NCT04849390; Eu‐CT No.: 2020–000082‐16).
Cognitive offloading bias in primary and secondary school students and its relationship with metacognitive monitoring
Authors: Sun Jiayue , Wang Yanan , Hu Zunyun , Liu Yan , Sun Yan 
Published: December 2024

AbstractIndividuals often use external aids to assist with information storage, a process known as cognitive offloading. Prior research has indicated that adults sometimes fail to utilize internal and external cognitive resources judiciously, resulting in cognitive offloading bias, which is often linked to metacognition. However, it remains experimentally unverified whether primary and secondary school students exhibit cognitive offloading bias and how this relates to metacognition. This study aimed to address these gaps. In Experiment 1, we examined cognitive offloading bias in primary and secondary school students (aged 7–15 years) using a word‐pair memory task. The results revealed that primary school students tended to rely excessively on internal memory in comparison to the optimal strategy, while secondary school students leaned towards an overreliance on external reminders. In Experiment 2, we incorporated metacognitive judgements to explore the relationship between metacognition and cognitive offloading bias. Results indicated that the cognitive offloading bias observed in primary school students was linked to the accuracy of their metacognitive monitoring.
A Bibliometric Analysis of Four Decades of Shareholder Activism Research
Authors: Katelouzou Dionysia , Ren Yanqiu , Sagarra Marti 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTResearch Questions/IssueIn this bibliometric review of shareholder activism literature spanning 1983–2021, we pursue two objectives. Firstly, we investigate the degree of interdisciplinarity in the field, and second, we scrutinize publication trends, foundational knowledge, core topics, and emerging thematic trends, exploring the trajectory of shareholder activism research over time and providing a roadmap for future scholars.Research Findings/InsightsSystematic analysis of 1055 scholarly works reveals significant growth and a trend toward interdisciplinarity, though disciplinary silos persist. Shareholder activism is evolving beyond traditional, firm‐level financial motivations to include sustainability‐oriented goals, blending environmental, and social objectives with corporate governance concerns and financial interests. This shift signals broader engagement by diverse activist actors, strategies, and motivations, with a heightened emphasis on the long‐term impact of shareholder activism. To capture this complexity, we advocate for research that emphasizes the intricate interrelationships among actors, objectives, strategies and outcomes, encouraging a redefinition of theoretical and methodological approaches.Theoretical/Academic ImplicationsOur analysis underscores the need for greater interdisciplinary engagement in shareholder activism research and highlights an expanding scope of topics, regions and theories. With growing scholarly interest in sustainability‐oriented shareholder activism, jurisdictional nuances, and the emergence of new activist actors like index funds and individual investors, we anticipate continued theoretical and methodological diversity.Practitioner/Policy ImplicationsPolicymakers and practitioners should adopt a holistic approach to shareholder activism, considering the multifaceted actors, objectives, and strategies involved. Evaluations of activist outcomes should account for both financial and non‐financial impacts at the firm‐, market‐, and macro‐levels.
Conditional Overexpression of Net1 Enhances the Trans‐Differentiation of Lgr5+ Progenitors into Hair Cells in the Neonatal Mouse Cochlea
Authors: Lin Yanqin , Zhang Qiuyue , Tong Wei , Wang Yintao , Wu Leilei , Xiao Hairong , Tang Xujun , Dai Mingchen , Ye Zixuan , Chai Renjie , Zhang Shasha 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTSensorineural hearing loss is mainly caused by damage to hair cells (HC), which cannot be regenerated spontaneously in adult mammals once damaged. Cochlear Lgr5+ progenitors are characterised by HC regeneration capacity in neonatal mice, and we previously screened several new genes that might induce HC regeneration from Lgr5+ progenitors. Net1, a guanine nucleotide exchange factor, is one of the screened new genes and is particularly active in cancer cells and is involved in cell proliferation and differentiation. Here, to explore in vivo roles of Net1 in HC regeneration, Net1loxp/loxp mice were constructed and crossed with Lgr5CreER/+ mice to conditionally overexpress (cOE) Net1 in cochlear Lgr5+ progenitors. We observed a large number of ectopic HCs in Lgr5CreER/+Net1loxp/loxp mouse cochlea, which showed a dose‐dependent effect. Moreover, the EdU assay was unable to detect any EdU+/Sox2+ supporting cells, while lineage tracing showed significantly more regenerated tdTomato+ HCs in Lgr5CreER/+Net1loxp/loxptdTomato mice, which indicated that Net1 cOE enhanced HC regeneration by inducing the direct trans‐differentiation of Lgr5+ progenitors rather than mitotic HC regeneration. Additionally, qPCR results showed that the transcription factors related to HC regeneration, including Atoh1, Gfi1 and Pou4f3, were significantly upregulated and are probably the mechanism behind the HC regeneration induced by Net1. In conclusion, our study provides new evidence for the role of Net1 in enhancing HC regeneration in the neonatal mouse cochlea.
Monetary union effects on high inflation episodes
Authors: Gammadigbe Vigninou 
Published: December 2024

AbstractThis paper analyses whether monetary union membership reduces the duration of high inflation episodes (HIEs). The study uses survival models estimated on a sample of 190 countries over the period 1950M01 to 2022M12. The results show that despite the often‐cited issue of the heterogeneity of member countries, monetary unions significantly reduce the duration of HIEs, but not deflation episodes. This result remains robust to a battery of tests and is valid for both developed and developing countries. Furthermore, the results show that giving up monetary sovereignty in favour of an independent common central bank is more effective in terms of price stability than adopting inflation targeting. However, for countries seeking to preserve their monetary sovereignty, inflation targeting remains the best option for reducing the duration of HIEs. This performance of monetary unions in terms of price stability appears to be linked to the greater de facto independence of their central banks, the adoption of supranational fiscal rules, and the incentives to preserve the durability of the currency area. However, estimates show that the capacity of a monetary union to limit HIEs among its members diminishes as it expands to include new countries.
Assessing changes in threatened black rockcod Epinephelus daemelii abundance and length over the past 15 years in New South Wales, Australia
Authors: Harasti David , Malcolm Hamish A. 
Published: December 2024

AbstractIdeally, protection of a threatened fish will lead to their recovery in abundance, distribution, and size structure within the population, to a point where they are no longer considered threatened. Monitoring abundance and size is crucial to evaluate this, although low numbers associated with being threatened can strongly constrain the methods used. To assess if population recovery is occurring for the black rockcod Epinephelus daemelii, a large subtropical grouper endemic to shallow reefs in the southwest Pacific, surveys were undertaken across northern New South Wales and Lord Howe Island using roving diver timed counts and diver stereo‐video measurements to assess relative abundance and length. Surveys in 2023 were compared with initial baseline data captured in 2009–2011 using the same methods. Relative abundance of E. daemelii at long‐term monitoring sites has remained relatively constant or declined since 2010 rather than increasing. Comparisons between 84 broadscale sites in 2009–2011 versus 2023 (117 vs. 69 observed E. daemelii) indicate a recent decline in abundance. Although protected from fishing and spearfishing for over 40 years, the relative abundance of E. daemelii does not appear to be increasing over the past 15 years since monitoring commenced. This is a concerning trend that does not indicate recovery, although an increase in the proportion of mature females in the population from 2010 to 2023 is positive. As E. daemelii is slow growing, long lived, late to mature and still susceptible to incidental capture mortality, more active management may be needed to help assist with the slow recovery of this threatened species.