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Fast custom apparel design and simulation for future demand-driven manufacturing
Authors: Jiang Zhenbin , Guo Juan , Zhang Xinyu 
Published: November 2019

Purpose
A common pipeline of apparel design and simulation is adjusting 2D apparel patterns, putting them onto a virtual human model and performing 3D physically based simulation. However, manually adjusting 2D apparel patterns and performing simulations require repetitive adjustments and trials in order to achieve satisfactory results. To support future made-to-fit apparel design and manufacturing, efficient tools for fast custom design purposes are desired. The purpose of this paper is to propose a method to automatically adjust 2D apparel patterns and rapidly generate acustom apparel style for a given human model.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors first pre-define a set of constraints using feature points, feature lines and ease allowance for existing apparels and human models. The authors formulate the apparel fitting to a human model, as a process of optimization using these predefined constraints. Then, the authors iteratively solve the problem by minimizing the total fitting metric.

Findings
The authors observed that through reusing existing apparel styles, the process of designing apparels can be greatly simplified. The authors used a new fitting function to measure the geometric fitting of corresponding feature points/lines between apparels and a human model. Then, the optimized 2D patterns are automatically obtained by minimizing the matching function. The authors’ experiments show that the authors’ approach can increase the reusability of existing apparel styles and improve apparel design efficiency.

Research limitations/implications
There are some limitations. First, in order to achieve interactive performance, the authors’ current 3D simulation does not detect collision within or between adjacent apparel surfaces. Second, the authors’ did not consider multiple layer apparels. It is non-trivial to define ease allowance between multiple layers.

Originality/value
The authors use a set of constraints such as ease allowance, feature points, feature lines, etc. for existing apparels and human models. The authors define a few new fitting functions using these pre-specified constraints. During physics-driven simulation, the authors iteratively minimize these fitting functions.
Fracture behaviour of engineering stone material
Authors: Smolnicki Michał , Cieciura Mateusz , Lesiuk Grzegorz , Correia José , Stabla Paweł 
Published: November 2019

PurposeEngineered stone is a material which can be described as an artificial stone. The exemplary application area is sink production. There are very few research projects about this type of material. In fact, most of them are research conducted by the manufacturing company, which are limited to the basic properties of the material. However, knowledge about fracture mechanic of this material may be crucial in terms of usage. The paper aims to discuss this issue.Design/methodology/approachAnalysis of the inside structure was made using an optical microscope as well as SEM. In the paper, methods which can be used to obtain data about fracture behaviour of material are presented. Using eXtended Finite Element Method and experimental data from three-point bending of notched specimens stress intensity factors (SIFs) for I and II load modes were obtained. Finally, a comparison between the fracture initiation angle in the function of the ration of SIFs for I/II load modes and maximum tangential stress hypothesis prediction was presented.FindingsAnalysis of the inside structure proves that this type of material has an uneven distribution of particle size. This can follow to void and micronotches formation and, later, to the failure of the material. A method of obtaining stress intensity factors for the discussed type of material and specimens can be successfully applied to other similar material, as proposed in this work. Standard crack angle propagation criteria are not sufficient for this type of material.Originality/valueThere are very few research papers about this type of material. The subject of fracture mechanic is not properly discovered, despite the fact that IT is important in terms of the application area of these materials.
Can artificial neural network models be used to improve the analysis of B2B marketing research data?
Authors: Wilson R. Dale , Bettis-Outland Harriette 
Published: November 2019

Purpose
Artificial neural network (ANN) models, part of the discipline of machine learning and artificial intelligence, are becoming more popular in the marketing literature and in marketing practice. This paper aims to provide a series of tests between ANN models and competing predictive models.

Design/methodology/approach
A total of 46 pairs of models were evaluated in an objective model-building environment. Either logistic regression or multiple regression models were developed and then were compared to ANN models using the same set of input variables. Three sets of B2B data were used to test the models. Emphasis also was placed on evaluating small samples.

Findings
ANN models tend to generate model predictions that are more accurate or the same as logistic regression models. However, when ANN models are compared to multiple regression models, the results are mixed. For small sample sizes, the modeling results are the same as for larger samples.

Research limitations/implications
Like all marketing research, this application is limited by the methods and the data used to conduct the research. The findings strongly suggest that, because of their predictive accuracy, ANN models will have an important role in the future of B2B marketing research and model-building applications.

Practical implications
ANN models should be carefully considered for potential use in marketing research and model-building applications by B2B academics and practitioners alike.

Originality/value
The research contributes to the B2B marketing literature by providing a more rigorous test on ANN models using B2B data than has been conducted before.
Investigating the mechanisms of theory of planned behavior on Cyberbullying among Thai adolescents
Authors: Auemaneekul Naruemon , Powwattana Arpaporn , Kiatsiri Emwadee , Thananowan Nanthana 
Published: November 2019

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the etiological model of cyberbullying behaviors among Thai adolescents, testing the hypothesis that the constructs of theory of planned behavior (TPB), including self-esteem, will influence and have impact on cyberbullying intention and behaviors.Design/methodology/approachStructural equation modeling (SEM) was used to analyze the data. Self-administered questionnaires were used among multi-stage stratified random samples from secondary schools in the Bangkok. The sample size consisting of 354 subjects included those who were victims (44.7 percent), perpetrators (33.1 percent) and witness (67.8 percent).FindingsThe SEM showed subjective norm (SN) to be the most direct influential factor of cyberbullying intention and behaviors, followed by attitude toward cyberbullying (Intentionβ=0.31, 0.24;p=0.01, Behaviorβ=0.09, 0.07;p=0.012 and 0.05, respectively). However, the SEM revealed that all variables from TPB including self-esteem in the equation can explain the variation scores of intention and cyberbullying behaviors at 54 and 67 percent levels (adjustedR2=0.54 and 0.67), respectively. The SEM showed that model modification indices indicate a good fit to the data (χ2=0.00, df=0,p>0.05, CMIN/df=0, GFI=1, AGFI=1, CFI=1 and RMSEA=0).Research limitations/implicationsThe experiences or witness of family violence and support at school level, which is supposed to mitigate the bullying problems, were neglected from this study.Practical implicationsThe preventive measures for cyberbullying behaviors among adolescents should involve activities fostering self-esteem, developing proper attitude and SN to prevent cyberbullying. The initiatives and developed school supportive system for adolescents to understand how to control themselves when engaging in social network are imperative. However, for future research, family violence witness and attempt to lure the cyberbullying victims into offline meeting should be explored more.Social implicationsTPB and the use of social media should be taken into account for planning and designing appropriate intervention to reduce and eliminate cyberbullying among all stakeholders in both public and private sectors in the area of health and educational institutes in order to endeavor and to advocate the anti-cyberbullying policy in Thailand.Originality/valueTPB and self-esteem explained a substantial portion of and more modest but significant amount of variance in cyberbullying intention and behaviors. However, SN and attitude toward cyberbullying which was found to be most influential factors could be the useful information for designing intervention toward cyberbullying prevention for Thai adolescents and advocate implementing the anti-cyberbullying policy in Thailand.
How can we solve the puzzle of strategic climate management and appreciate its long-term effects?
Authors: Furlan Alves Marcelo Berbone , Lopes de Sousa Jabbour Ana Beatriz , Barberio Mariano Enzo 
Published: November 2019

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to address the perceptions of managers in large companies located in Brazil regarding the long-term and short-term benefits of adopting strategic actions to mitigate and adapt to climate change.Design/methodology/approachBased on an empirical analytical method, this paper examines interviews conducted with senior managers of leading companies located in Brazil to identify their perceptions of adopting strategic actions toward mitigating and adapting to climate change.FindingsThe key results are as follows: the most commonly perceived long-term benefit was operational improvement, based on the improved energy efficiency of operations; strategic management of aspects affected by climate change can make managers more aware of the benefits derived from the decisions taken; and a short-term view and aversion to uncertainty can lead to failures in strategic management, limiting the effectiveness of actions for mitigating and adapting to climate change.Originality/valueThis paper contributes to the literature on the topic of climate change by presenting evidence that adaptation and mitigation measures can increase organizational managers’ perception of long-term benefits, and that climate change management structures guide managers to make the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Weathering the Storm! The effects of the external environment on police efficiency in Peru
Authors: Alda Erik , Dammert Lucia 
Published: November 2019

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to examine the effect of external factors on police efficiency in a sample of Peru’s municipalities. Drawing on the postulates of the contingency theory of organizations, this study argues that because of the public nature of police organizations’ activities, they are heavily influenced by the environment in which they operate, which invariably affects their efficiency.

Design/methodology/approach
The study examines police efficiency using a four-stage Data Envelopment Analysis model in a sample of 619 Peruvian municipalities (“distritos”). After adjusting the inputs to the external environment, the remaining inefficiencies are presumed to result from managerial issues and other internal organizational factors.

Findings
The results indicate that police efficiency improves after adjusting police inputs to the effect of external factors. The mean efficiency scores improved by 39 percent from 0.57 to 0.79. Because the effects of the external environment can be stronger in larger municipalities, these experience larger improvements in efficiency than smaller municipalities.

Research limitations/implications
There are two important limitations. First, the sample of municipalities in Peru is limited and the results must be interpreted with caution. In addition, the external factors included in the second stage analysis represent only a proportion of all potential external factors which can influence police efficiency. Second, the results presented here explain only one aspect of contingency theory. An important implication of this study suggests that for police managers to make more informed decisions on resource use and allocations, they need a more thorough understanding of the environments in which police operate.

Social implications
It can assist researchers to ascertain the effects of the external environment on police performance. More importantly, it can assist police managers in making informed decisions about resource use and allocation. Consequently, a better use of resources could lead to better policing and improved citizen safety and security.

Originality/value
This study introduces a new and innovative methodological approach to measure police performance. This multi-stage approach has not been used in the context of democratic policing in Latin America and the Caribbean. The current research fills an important gap on how to measure police performance in developing countries.
The hidden power of language
Authors: Hummel Philipp , Hörisch Jacob 
Published: November 2019

Purpose
Stakeholder theory research identifies changes in language as one possible mechanism to overcome the deficiencies of current accounting practices with regard to social aspects. This study aims to examine the effects of the terms used for specific accounts on company internal decision-making, drawing on the example of “value creation accounting”.

Design/methodology/approach
The study uses a survey based-experiment to analyze the effects of terms used for specific accounts on decision-making, with a focus on social aspects (in particular expenditures for staff) in cost reduction and expenditure decisions.

Findings
The findings indicate that wordings, which more closely relate to value creation than to costs, decrease cost reductions and increase the priority ascribed to the social aspect of reducing staff costs in times of financial shortage. The effects of terms used on cost reductions are stronger among female decision makers.

Practical implications
The analysis suggests that conventional accounting language best suits organizations that aim at incentivizing decision makers to primarily cut costs. By contrast, if an organization follows an approach that puts importance on social aspects in times of financial shortage and on not doing too sharp cost reductions, value creation-oriented language is the more effective approach.

Social implications
The study suggests that the specific terminology used for accounts should be chosen more carefully and with awareness for the possible effects on cost reduction decisions as well as on social consequences.

Originality/value
This study contributes to a better understanding of the relevance of language in accounting. It suggests that the terms used for accounts should be chosen purposefully because of their far-reaching potential consequences for stakeholders as well as for the organization.
Intracellular proliferation of clover yellow vein virus is unaffected by the recessive resistance gene cyv1 of Pisum sativum
Authors: Taninaka Yosuke , Nakahara Kenji S. , Hagiwara‐Komoda Yuka 
Published: November 2019

AbstractThe pea cyv1 gene is a yet‐to‐be‐identified recessive resistance gene that inhibits the infection of clover yellow vein virus (ClYVV). Previous studies confirmed that the cell‐to‐cell movement of ClYVV is inhibited in cyv1‐carrying pea plants; however, the effect of cyv1 on viral replication remains unknown. In this study, we developed a new pea protoplast transfection method to investigate ClYVV propagation at the single‐cell level. Using this method, we revealed that ClYVV accumulates to similar levels in both ClYVV‐susceptible and cyv1‐carrying pea protoplasts. Thus, the cyv1‐mediated resistance would not suppress intracellular ClYVV replication.
Caspase‐7 mediates caspase‐1‐induced apoptosis independently of Bid
Authors: Mahib Mamunur Rashid , Hosojima Shoko , Kushiyama Hiroko , Kinoshita Takeshi , Shiroishi Toshihiko , Suda Takashi , Tsuchiya Kohsuke 
Published: November 2019

AbstractInflammasomes are innate immune mechanisms that activate caspase‐1 in response to a variety of stimuli, including Salmonella infection. Active caspase‐1 has a potential to induce two different types of cell death, depending on the expression of the pyroptosis mediator gasdermin D (GSDMD); following caspase‐1 activation, GSDMD‐sufficient and GSDMD‐null/low cells undergo pyroptosis and apoptosis, respectively. Although Bid, a caspase‐1 substrate, plays a critical role in caspase‐1 induction of apoptosis in GSDMD‐null/low cells, an additional mechanism that mediates this cell death independently of Bid has also been suggested. This study investigated the Bid‐independent pathway of caspase‐1‐induced apoptosis. Caspase‐1 has been reported to process caspase‐6 and caspase‐7. Silencing of caspase‐7, but not caspase‐6, significantly reduced the activation of caspase‐3 induced by caspase‐1, which was activated by chemical dimerization, in GSDMD/Bid‐deficient cells. CRISPR/Cas9‐mediated depletion of caspase‐7 had the same effect on the caspase‐3 activation. Moreover, in the absence of GSDMD and Bid, caspase‐7 depletion reduced apoptosis induced by caspase‐1 activation. Caspase‐7 was activated following caspase‐1 activation independently of caspase‐3, suggesting that caspase‐7 acts downstream of caspase‐1 and upstream of caspase‐3. Salmonella induced the activation of caspase‐3 in GSDMD‐deficient macrophages, which relied partly on Bid and largely on caspase‐1. The caspase‐3 activation and apoptotic morphological changes seen in Salmonella‐infected GSDMD/Bid‐deficient macrophages were attenuated by caspase‐7 knockdown. These results suggest that in addition to Bid, caspase‐7 can also mediate caspase‐1‐induced apoptosis and provide mechanistic insights into inflammasome‐associated cell death that is one major effector mechanism of inflammasomes.
Cardiorenal protection with SGLT2: Lessons from the cardiovascular outcome trials
Authors: Silva‐Cardoso José , Sheikh Omar , Nashawi Mouhamed , Pham Son , Gallegos Kelly M. , Dinkha Laith R. , Chilton Robert J. 
Published: November 2019

AbstractSodium glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors are a class of drugs that were primarily developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, these agents have shown to provide additional beneficial effects. We will discuss three main topics regarding the use of SGLT2 inhibitors: noncardiovascular effects, cardiovascular benefits, and novel clinical indications. Multiple clinical trials and preliminary studies across varying disciplines have shown that these agents exhibit cardiorenal‐protective benefits, retinoprotective benefits, and may aid in weight loss without causing marked hypoglycemia. Therefore, these agents represent an avenue in clinical practice to manage comorbid conditions in the hyperglycemic patient. Because of their multifaceted effects and robust action, SGLT2 inhibitors represent therapy options for providers that not only provide beneficial clinical results but also reduce total patient drug burden.
Prognostic significance of preoperative consolidation to maximum tumour diameter ratio and SUVmax in pathological stage I lung adenocarcinoma
Authors: Akın Kabalak Pınar , Yılmaz Ülkü , Ertürk Hakan , Özmen Özlem , Demiröz Şevki Mustafa , Demirağ Funda , Kızılgöz Derya , Kavurgacı Suna , İnal Cengiz Tuba 
Published: November 2019

AbstractObjectivesConsolidation/tumour (C/T) ratio means the maximum diameter of the consolidation is divided by the maximum diameter of the tumour and it is predictive for pathologic subtypes and prognosis after resection of the tumour. The purpose of this study is to clarify impact of C/T ratio along with maximum standardized uptake value (SUV) in pathological stage I lung adenocarcinoma.MethodsOnly patients with pathological stage I lung adenocarcinoma diagnosed by resection were included. Prognostic impact of C/T ratio and SUVmax were analysed by using regression analyses.ResultsTotally 156 patients (121 males, 35 females) were evaluated retrospectively. Overall survival (OS) and progression free survival (PFS) were higher in patients with C/T ratio ≥0.5 (OS: 46.3 ± 23.7 vs 30.4 ± 14.6, P = 0.002 and PFS: 43.0 ± 25.4 vs 27.8 ± 15.8, P = 0.005). But PFS and OS curves did not reveal any significant differences with Kaplan‐Meier method (P = 0.45 and P = 0.055 respectively). Resection type (limited vs anatomic) and C/T ratio were predictors for OS in multivariate analyses (resection type: HR: 2.21 (1.01‐4.83), P = 0.045 and C/T ratio: HR: 0.44 (0.20‐0.98), P = 0.045). For PFS, resection type and SUVmax had prognostic significance (resection type: HR: 3.56 (1.64‐7.74), P = 0.001 and SUVmax: HR: 1.31 (0.82‐2.99), P = .002).ConclusionIn pathological stage 1 lung adenocarcinomas, SUVmax and surgery type are important predictors for recurrence rates. For early stage, adenocarcinoma patients with high SUVmax value, tumour size ≥3 cm and high grade subtype, C/T ratio should not be considered significant alone on survival and recurrence.
The price of anarchy in closed‐loop supply chains
Authors: Ma Zu‐Jun , Ye Yu‐Sen , Dai Ying , Yan Hong 
Published: November 2019

AbstractThis paper measures the worst‐case efficiency of price‐only contracts in closed‐loop supply chains (CLSCs) with the price of anarchy (PoA). We model a single‐period Stackelberg game in which a manufacturer sells new products to a retailer and collects used products with exogenous retail price and collection price via three alternative reverse channels: (a) the manufacturer collects directly from customers, (b) the retailer collects for the manufacturer, and (c) a third party is awarded a collection subcontract from the manufacturer. We carry out a comprehensive investigation under push–pull configurations to observe how reverse channel structures with different gaming sequences of CLSC members influence the worst‐case performance when the demand distribution is over the set of increasing generalized failure rate distributions. From our PoA analysis, we find that the pull system does not always outperform the push system, especially when the retailer is the leader, in contrast to the results for forward supply chains. While the PoA of the push system is dramatically sensitive to the quality condition of used products, the pull system has a constant efficiency loss that is independent of the quality condition. Instead, the PoA of the pull system solely changes with the gaming sequence of the manufacturer. We also find that manufacturer's direct collection is a better reverse channel choice compared to retailer's collection. Additional managerial insights are summarized for discussion.
Oreonectes guilinensis (Teleostei, Cypriniformes, Nemacheilidae), a new loach species from Guangxi, China
Authors: Huang Jin‐Qing , Yang Jian , Wu Zhi‐Qiang , Zhao Ya‐Hui 
Published: November 2019

AbstractA new loach Oreonectes guilinensis sp. nov. is described from Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. It is the second surface‐dwelling fish identified in the genus Oreonectes after the type species Oreonectes platycephalus. This new species can be distinguished from other species within the genus by the combination of the following features: a round caudal fin, 13–14 branched rays, an incomplete lateral line with 4–6 pores, a short pelvic fin located some distance from the anus, a scale‐covered body, a stout build (body width 14.0%–16.7% of standard length), a posterior chamber of well‐developed airbladder and a yellowish‐brown body with a lateral dark brown strip. The maximum likelihood phylogenetic analysis based on cytb gene recovered this new species in a well‐supported clade with the type species O. platycephalus, sister to the Lefua clade. Morphological comparisons as well as our phylogenetic tree support Oreonectes shuilongensis, Oreonectes daqikongensis, Oreonectes jiarongensis as species of Troglonectes. Based on our results there are 6 valid species in the genus Oreonectes.