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Factors influencing service employee well-being: a test of the PERMA framework
Authors: Busser James A. , Shulga Lenna V. , Yedlin Jeffrey 
Published: February 2025

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the factors influencing service employee work and personal well-being affecting their intention to leave the organization. This research explored the effects of service climate, resilience and workplace well-being (WWB) on service employee perceptions of subjective well-being and turnover intention. PERMA framework of individual flourishing and well-being (Seligman, 2011) was used to measure employee WWB and reflected their positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning and accomplishment.Design/methodology/approachService employees (n = 250) completed an online self-administered survey. partial least squares structural equation (PLS-SEM) modeling and multi-group analysis (PLS-MGA) were utilized to test how gender differences influenced personal and organizational factors, and their impacts on PERMA dimensions and outcomes.FindingsResults revealed a significant effect of service climate and resilience on PERMA. Only service employee work-meaning positively influenced SWB and negatively turnover intention. Examining each dimension of employee engagement showed similar impacts of service climate and resilience for both men and women, while absorption increased turnover intention for men.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is one of the first to test the PERMA framework as service employee WWB. The study advances the employee well-being line of research by exploring the impacts of service climate and resilience on PERMA dimensions. The PERMA framework was extended to examine three sub-dimensions of employee engagement as unique PERMA dimensions. This study advances the limited knowledge of how work and personal factors affect service employees’ work and subjective well-being from a gender perspective.
Project delivery success and sustainability: comparative strategies in the post-pandemic era
Authors: Ghanbaripour Amir Naser , Tumpa Roksana Jahan , Skitmore Martin , Hon Carol 
Published: February 2025

PurposeThis study aims to identify strategies and offer empirical recommendations for project managers and policymakers to enhance PDS in public construction projects in the post-pandemic era, focusing on KPIs using the 3D integration model.Design/methodology/approachThis study uses a mixed-method approach to retrospectively evaluate the project management performance of 16 Australian public construction projects. Employing a project delivery success (PDS) model (the 3D integration model), it assesses delivery success across six key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify strategies for improving project outcomes in the post-pandemic era. Data collection involved interviews and document analysis, focusing on projects completed at different times and with various sizes.FindingsThe analysis highlights three critical KPIs – Value (scope/cost), Speed (scope/time) and Impact (scope/risk) – as significant determinants of project success. The study provides evidence that successful projects maximize Value and Speed and minimize Impact. Key strategies include improving remote work arrangements, investing in digital tools, adopting advanced procurement mechanisms and enhancing risk management processes.Practical implicationsFor practitioners, the study offers actionable strategies to enhance the performance of public construction projects, focusing on maximizing Value, Speed and minimizing Impact. It suggests adopting advanced project management techniques, digital tools for collaboration and reevaluating procurement and risk management processes to navigate the post-pandemic challenges effectively.Originality/valueThis research contributes to the field by applying the 3D integration model to analyzing public construction projects during the COVID-19 pandemic, a novel approach in this context. It provides a unique empirical basis for recommendations bridging the gap between theoretical project management models and practical application in a post-pandemic world, thus offering significant value to academic research and practical project management in the public sector.
Assessing public involvement and service gaps in Ghana’s tricycle waste collection system
Authors: Accomford Oscar , Mensah Henry , Simpeh Eric Kwame , Osei Boateng Bright , Bedu-Addo Kenneth 
Published: February 2025

PurposeThe use of tricycle waste collection services has become an essential component of solid waste management, particularly in densely populated and low-income communities. The growing demand for improved waste collection services has led to an increased focus on understanding households' willingness to pay for better service quality. This study explores the operation of tricycle waste operators, public involvement and households' willingness to pay for improved services.Design/methodology/approachThis study employed a sequential mixed-methods approach, with a multi-stage sampling technique and randomly selected 385 respondents from five traditional communities in the Greater Kumasi Metropolitan Area (GKMA), Ghana, as a case study.FindingsThe study reveals that in the GKMA, waste management operates on a volume-based pricing system, where higher waste volumes result in increased disposal costs, encouraging waste reduction. However, regulatory gaps and inconsistent service delivery, particularly in low-income areas, impact efficiency and public health. Most households expressed a willingness to pay more for improved services, with factors such as education, employment status, household income and challenges with the current tricycle waste collection system positively influencing this willingness to pay.Originality/valueThis study provides the key factors influencing WTP for improved tricycle waste collection in Greater Kumasi, Ghana, to address the gaps in regulation, service inconsistencies and promote sustainable waste management practices.
Co-movement and information transmission between conventional and Islamic equities in Sri Lanka
Authors: Mohamed Riyath Mohamed Ismail , Hussainey Khaled 
Published: February 2025

Purpose
This study aims to investigate the co-movement and information transmission between conventional and Islamic equity indices in Sri Lanka.

Design/methodology/approach
This study uses daily data of All Share Price Index and Dow Jones Islamic Market Sri Lanka Index from 2013 to 2023 for conventional and Islamic proxies. Descriptive statistics, cross-correlation, dynamic conditional correlation (DCC)-GARCH and wavelet analysis were used for the investigation.

Findings
Analyses reveal synchronous correlation yet lead-lag dynamics between the indices. The Islamic index has lower volatility, clustering and persistence than the conventional index. Localized volatility patches and scale-dependent synchronicity suggest diversification opportunities to optimize risk-adjusted returns.

Research limitations/implications
The insights from this study are important for investors to optimize diversified portfolios by exploiting time-varying correlations. The identified lead-lag dynamics, bidirectional information flows and scale-dependent synchronization between the indices enable both investors to predict market movements for effective asset allocation and regulators to monitor market efficiency and stability and implement shock mitigation measures.

Originality/value
This study uniquely integrates DCC-generalized autoregressive conditional heteroskedasticity (GARCH) and wavelet analysis to examine the dynamic, time-varying relationships between Islamic and conventional equity markets in Sri Lanka’s dual financial system. This approach helps embrace both short-run changes and long-run movements to gain in-depth co-movement and spillovers, as well as potential diversification gains within an emerging financial market.
Development of dual nozzle slurry extrusion 3D printer by integrating material extrusion and photopolymerization for the fabrication of engineered ceramics
Authors: Romario Yulius Shan , Bhat Chinmai , Lin Yu-Yang , Macek Wojciech , Ramezani Maziar , Jiang Cho-Pei 
Published: February 2025

Purpose
This research focuses on developing a dual-nozzle slurry-based extrusion 3D printer capable of fabricating intricate zirconia structures. The designed 3D printer combines material extrusion and photopolymerization technologies to improve material diversity, precision and cost-effectiveness.

Design/methodology/approach
The 3D printer design incorporates ultraviolet curing to instantly cure extruded zirconia slurry thereby, eliminating the need for a step-wise curing procedure. Printing parameters were optimized to achieve high-quality prints, and supports made of polyethylene terephthalate glycol were used for intricate geometries. The printability and mechanical properties were evaluated for two different zirconia slurry compositions: 70 / 30 and 80 / 20 powder-to-resin weight percentages. The printed green body was subjected to a two-phase sintering process.

Findings
The 3D printer fabricated structures with features subtending angles greater than 50 degrees and a filling density above 80% without any supports. Shrinkage analysis showed the 80 / 20 composition resulted in higher density parts, with shrinkage ratios of 25.23%, 26.23% and 27.26% along the X, Y and Z axes, respectively. The sintered objects displayed hardness (1525 HV) and flexural strength (117 MPa), with minimal porosity.

Originality/value
This study demonstrates the development of a cost-effective dual-nozzle 3D printer that can effectively fabricate functional parts with complex material compositions and geometries that can cater to the futuristic requirements of high-end industries.
The role of masks and respirators in preventing respiratory infections in healthcare and community settings
Authors: MacIntyre C Raina , Chughtai Abrar A , Kunasekaran Mohana , Tawfiq Essa , Greenhalgh Trish 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

The covid-19 pandemic saw frequent changes and conflicts in mask policies and politicization of masks. On reviewing the evidence, including studies published after the pandemic, the data suggest respirators are more effective than masks in healthcare, but must be continuously worn to be protective. Healthcare and aged care settings amplify outbreaks, so protection of patients and staff is paramount. Most guidelines assume risk is only present during close contact or aerosol generating procedures, but studies show intermittent use of respirators is not protective. New research in aerosol science confirms the risk of infection is widespread in health facilities. In community settings, any mask use is protective during epidemics, especially if used early, when combined with hand hygiene, and if wearers are compliant. Community use of N95 respirators is more protective than surgical masks, which are more protective than cloth masks, but even cloth masks provide some protection. Mask guidelines should be adaptable to the specific context and should account for rising epidemic activity, and whether a pathogen has asymptomatic transmission. The main rationale for universal masking during pandemics is asymptomatic transmission, which means risk of transmission cannot be self-identified. The precautionary principle should be applied during serious emerging infections or pandemics when transmission mode is not fully understood, or vaccines and drugs are not available. If respirators are not available, medical or cloth masks could be used as a last resort. Data exist to support extended use and reuse of masks and respirators during short supply. In summary, extensive evidence generated during the covid-19 pandemic confirms the superiority of respirators and supports the use of masks and respirators in the community during periods of high epidemic activity. Some gaps in research remain, including economic analyses, research in special population groups for whom masking is challenging, and research on countering disinformation.
Is there a difference in ischaemic heart disease deaths that occur without a preceding hospital admission in people who live in rural compared with urban areas of Aotearoa New Zealand? An observational study
Authors: Miller Rory , Turner Robin , Davie Gabrielle , Stokes Tim , Crengle Sue , Mcleod Alex , Tane Taria , Nixon Garry 
Published: February 2025

ObjectivesUnlike comparable countries, acute coronary syndrome (ACS) mortality is similar among patients who present to rural and urban hospitals in Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ). The aim of this study was to determine whether differences in ischaemic heart disease (IHD) deaths that occurred without a preceding hospital admission in rural and urban populations explained this finding.DesignRetrospective observational study using the National Mortality Collection (MORT) and National Minimum Dataset (NMDS) for hospital discharges datasets.SettingPeople in NZ who died from IHD were categorised based on their rural–urban status (U1 (major urban), U2 (large urban) and rural) using the Geographic Classification for Health and prioritised ethnicity (Māori—NZ’s Indigenous population and non-Māori).ParticipantsAll people 20+ years who died from IHD between July 2011 and December 2018.Primary and secondary outcomesThe outcome was the lack of a hospital admission preceding IHD death, identified by linking the NMDS with MORT. This was measured for the 30 days and 1 year prior to death and for all-cause and IHD hospitalisations separately.ResultsOf the 37 296 deaths, a similar percentage of rural and urban residents died without an all-cause (rural 63.2%, U2 60.8%, U1 62.8%) or IHD (rural 70.9%, U2 69.0%, U1 70.1%) admission in the preceding 30 days, or without an all-cause (rural 32.8%, U2 35.5%, U1 35.5%) or IHD (rural 52.7%, U2 52.6%, U1 51.9%) admission in the preceding year. Exceptions were deaths that occurred without a prior admission for rural non-Māori aged 55–64 (higher odds) and 75+ years (lower odds) compared with U1 non-Māori 55–64 and 75+ years, respectively, across all four outcome measures.ConclusionsThis study suggests that the lack of difference in ACS mortality for patients who present to NZ rural and urban hospitals is not explained by IHD death that occurred without a recent preceding hospital admission.
Facilitators and barriers to use of clinical practice guidelines among physicians in Nigeria: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Adejumo Oluseyi , Mamven Manmak , Edeki Imuetinyan Rashida , Ajekwu Samuel Chibuzor , Bamikefa Titilope Adetoun , Adedire Adejare , Eze Hyacinth Tochukwu , Oyedepo Dapo , Ngoka Stanley , Eromosele Godswill Thomas , Akinyosoye Grace Oghenetega , Adebisi Olusola , Odili Augustine 
Published: February 2025

ObjectivesClinical practice guidelines (CPGs) have been shown over the years to reduce morbidity and mortality and improve patients’ survival and quality of care. However, CPG adherence is still a challenge despite its benefits. The awareness of CPGs, utilisation and associated barriers and facilitators to their use were assessed among physicians in Nigeria.DesignThis was a cross-sectional study carried out among physicians in Nigeria through a self-administered questionnaire that assessed awareness, utilisation, barriers and facilitators of CPGs. Ordinal logistic regression was used to assess factors associated with CPG utilisation. A p-value of <0.05 was considered significant.SettingsPrivate and government health institutions in Nigeria.ParticipantsPhysicians working in Nigeria.ResultsA total of 574 physicians consisting of 184 (32.1%) females with a mean age of 40.03±9.60 years participated in the study. About 91% and 78.4% of respondents were aware of international and national guidelines related to their practice. The identified barriers to the use of CPGs were non-applicability to local settings (39.0%), not being easily accessible (22%), complexity and difficulty in interpretation (11%) and not being concise (11%). The most common format for CPGs was soft copy (38%). About 71% frequently used guidelines in their clinical practice. The significant factors associated with CPG utilisation on logistic regression were working in a tertiary hospital (adjusted OR, AOR: 0.461; CI: 0.24 to 0.88; p=0.019); specialisation (AOR: 2.60; CI: 1.06 to 6.42; p=0.038); being very confident in understanding CPGs (AOR: 12.33; CI: 6.99 to 21.74; p≤0.001) and previous training on CPG use (AOR: 2.54; CI: 1.70 to 3.78; p≤0.001).ConclusionThe majority of physicians in Nigeria are aware of CPGs. Addressing the identified barriers to CPG utilisation, organising training on the use of CPGs and making CPGs readily available in soft copy versions and in a simple, concise and easily adaptable format may improve their use.
Recovery of cardiovascular testing in Asia during the COVID-19 pandemic: findings from the INCAPS COVID 2 study
Authors: Dai Kathy Z , Bremner Luca , Cohen Yosef , Karthikeyan Ganesan , Pascual Thomas NB , Lu Bin , Albadr Amjed , Bom Hee-Seung Henry , Dautov Tairkhan , Fatima Shazia , Haidar Mohamad , Iguchi Nobuo , Kang Felix YJ , Khiewvan Benjapa , Nanayakkara Damayanthi , Nguyen Phuoc Minh Hiep , Patel Chetan , Rozikhodjaeva Gulnora , Better Nathan , Cerci Rodrigo J , Dorbala Sharmila , Shaw Leslee J , Villines Todd C , Vitola João V , Williams Michelle C , Choi Andrew D , Malkovskiy Eli , Randazzo Michael , Gianmarile Francesco , Pynda Yaroslav , Dondi Maurizio , Paez Diana , Einstein Andrew J 
Published: February 2025

BackgroundUnderstanding pandemic-related reductions and subsequent recovery of cardiovascular testing in Asia is important for guiding regional public health efforts.ObjectivesThis study sought to evaluate the recovery of cardiovascular testing in Asia 1 year into the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsIn this subanalysis of a worldwide survey on the impact of COVID-19 on cardiovascular diagnostic care in April 2020 and April 2021, recovery of testing volume in Asia was compared among subregions, World Bank income groups and imaging modalities.ResultsOf 669 sites worldwide, 164 sites were in 33 Asian countries. Cardiovascular testing volumes in Asia decreased by 53% from March 2019 to April 2020, then recovered 96% of this decrease by April 2021, compared with 98% recovery in the rest of the world. Eastern Asia and Western and Central Asia reported recovery rates of 123% and 110%, compared with 50% and 80% recovery in Southern and South-eastern Asia. Testing volumes among high-income and upper-middle-income Asian countries recovered to 117% and 121% but remained depressed at 49% and 14% recovery in lower-middle and low-income countries, respectively. Stress ECG, stress echo and stress positron emission tomography studies experienced median reductions of 48%, 35% and 57% in testing volume between March 2019 and April 2021, while volumes of coronary artery calcium, coronary CT angiography and cardiac MR remained stable during this period.ConclusionsThe recovery of cardiovascular testing in Asia 1 year into the COVID-19 pandemic lagged in the Southern and South-eastern subregions, as well as in lower-income countries. Recovery favoured advanced cardiac imaging modalities over standard stress testing modalities.
Personalized tumor-specific amplified DNA junctions in peripheral blood of patients with glioblastoma
Authors: Ali Mohamed F. , Riviere-Cazaux Cecile , Johnson Sarah H. , Salvatori Rebecca , Penheiter Alan R. , Smadbeck James B. , Murphy Stephen J. , Harris Faye R. , McCune Lex F. , Carlstrom Lucas P. , Barrett Michael T. , Kosari Farhad , Jones Leila A. , Ida Cristiane , Borad Mitesh J. , Bendok Bernard R. , Quiñones-Hinojosa Alfredo , Porter Alyx B. , Mrugala Maciej M. , Jaeckle Kurt A. , Anastasiadis Panos Z. , Kizilbash Sani H. , Cheville John C. , Routman David M. , Burns Terry C. , Vasmatzis George 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
PURPOSE: Monitoring disease progression in patients with high-grade gliomas (HGGs) is challenging due to treatment-related changes on imaging and the requirement for neurosurgical intervention to obtain diagnostic tissue. DNA junctions in HGGs often amplify oncogenes, making these DNA fragments potentially more abundant in blood than monoallelic mutations. Herein, we piloted a cell-free DNA approach for disease detection in plasma of patients with HGGs by leveraging patient-specific DNA junctions associated with oncogene amplifications. EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN: Whole genome sequencing of grade 3 or 4 IDH-mutant or wild-type astrocytomas was utilized to identify amplified junctions. Individualized qPCR assays were developed using patient-specific primers designed for the amplified junction. ctDNA levels containing these junctions were measured in patient plasma samples. RESULTS: Unique amplified junctions were evaluated by individualized semi-quantitative PCR assays in presurgical plasma of 18 patients, 15 with tumor-associated focal amplifications and three without. High-copy number junctions were robustly detected in plasma of 14/15 patients (93.3%) with amplified junctions and none of the controls. Changes in junction abundance correlated with disease trajectory in serial plasma samples from five patients, including increased abundance of amplified junctions preceding radiographic disease progression. CONCLUSION: In patients with grade 3 or 4 astrocytomas who had tumor-associated amplifications, patient-specific amplified junctions were successfully detected in assayed plasma from most patients. Longitudinal analysis of plasma samples correlated with disease trajectory, including cytoreduction and progression.
Integrating Botanicals into Oncology Care: Consideration of FDA Regulation of Botanical Products and Botanical Clinical Trials
Authors: Berman Tara A. , Ben-Arye Eran , Kienle Gunver S. , Master Viraj , Huston Alissa , Paller Channing J. 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Modern cancer pharmacotherapy consists of contributions from natural products, their structural analogues, and chemotherapies. Interest in natural products is being revitalized in oncology. Natural products may be classified as food, dietary supplements, drugs, or cosmetics depending on their intended use. A natural product intended to prevent, diagnose, cure, mitigate, or treat disease would be regulated as a drug. Most natural products are regulated as dietary supplements, intended to affect the structure or function of the body. In 2023, Americans spent around $58 billion on dietary supplements, with a majority intended to prevent or treat cancer. Almost 50% of newly diagnosed patients with cancer report taking dietary supplements after diagnosis. Botanicals, natural products made from plants, plant parts, or plant extracts, are one of the most highly-used supplements. The natural product market is zealous to promote their supplements and often claim their products will help in combatting disease. Unlike with FDA-approved drugs, botanical dietary supplements may be marketed without proving they work as claimed and do not require clinical trials. To date, only four botanical drug products have been approved for marketing as prescription drugs in the U.S. Here, we evaluate the current paradigm for dietary supplement marketing and FDA approval and its impact on the treatment of patients with cancer. We underscore the need for rigorous clinical trials for clinicians to access sufficient evidence-based data to advise on the safety and efficacy of these products, alone or in conjunction with active treatment for cancer.