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Intraoperative Measures to Reduce the Risk of COVID-19 Transmission During Minimally Invasive Procedures: A Systematic Review and Critical Appraisal of Societies’ Recommendations
Authors: Tommaselli Giovanni A. , Grange Philippe , Ricketts Crystal D. , Clymer Jeffrey W. , Fryrear Raymond S. 
Published: July 2021

Background:
The coronavirus 2019 pandemic and the hypothetical risk of virus transmission through aerosolized CO2 or surgical smoke produced during minimally invasive surgery (MIS) procedures have prompted societies to issue recommendations on measures to reduce this risk. The aim of this systematic review is to identify, summarize and critically appraise recommendations from surgical societies on intraoperative measures to reduce the risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 transmission to the operative room (OR) staff during MIS.

Methods:
Medline, Embase, and Google Scholar databases were searched using a search strategy or free terms. The search was supplemented with searches of additional relevant records on coronavirus 2019 resource websites from Surgical Associations and Societies. Recommendations published by surgical societies that reported on the intraoperative methods to reduce the risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 transmission to the OR staff during MIS were also reviewed for inclusion. Expert opinion articles were excluded. A preliminary synthesis was performed of the extracted data to categorize and itemize the different types of recommendations. The results were then summarized in a narrative synthesis.

Results:
Thirty-three recommendation were included in the study. Most recommendations were targeted to general surgery (13) and gynecology (8). Areas covered by the documents were recommendations on performance of laparoscopic/robotic surgery versus open approach (28 documents), selection of surgical staff (13), management of pneumoperitoneum (33), use of energy devices (20), and management of surgical smoke and pneumoperitoneum desufflation (33) with varying degree of consensus on the specific recommendations among the documents.

Conclusions:
While some of the early recommendations advised against the use of MIS, they were not strictly based on the available scientific evidence. After further consideration of the literature and of the well-known benefits of laparoscopy to the patient, later recommendations shifted to encouraging the use of MIS as long as adequate precautions could be taken to protect the safety of the OR staff. The release and implementation of recommendations should be based on evidence-based practices that allows health care systems to provide safe surgical and medical assistance.
Risks of Laparoscopic Harvest of Free Intestinal Flaps for Esophageal Reconstruction
Authors: Aksoyler Dicle , Losco Luigi , Sert Gokhan , Chen Shih-Heng , Chen Hung-Chi 
Published: July 2021

Background:
Performing ablative surgery using an laparoscope is a common practice. However, its use in the harvest of a segment of intestine for reconstruction has 2 major challenges: risk of damage to the vascular pedicle of the flap as well as to the vessels of other parts of the intestine that remain in the peritoneal cavity and risk of damage to the intestinal flap while pulling it out through a small opening in the abdominal wall. The aim of this study was to report advantages and disadvantages of harvesting free intestinal flaps using the laparoscopic method, explaining the challenges faced and lessons learned from this experience.

Patients and Methods:
Free intestinal flaps were harvested by laparoscopy in 12 patients aged 28 to 63 years. There were 9 free jejunal flaps for the reconstruction of the cervical esophagus and 3 ileocolic flaps for the reconstruction of both the cervical esophagus and voice reconstruction.

Results:
In 1 patient, laparoscopy was converted to laparotomy due to previous colectomy, which resulted in compromised circulation to the rest of the colon. One jejunal flap had leakage at its pharyngeal end; therefore, a pectoralis major myocutaneous flap was used for closure. In addition, 1 ileocolic flap had partial loss of its anterior wall, and a free anterolateral flap was used as a patch for closure. Furthermore, it was very difficult to harvest 1 free jejunal flap due to the thick and fat mesentery.

Conclusion:
Prolonged operative times, unexpected leakage at the anastomosis sites, partial loss of flaps, possible risk of vascular pedicle damage or venous compromise, demanding pedicle dissection in obese patients, and requirement of conversion to laparotomy are the major drawbacks of harvesting free intestinal flaps by laparoscopy.
Inhibition of Mul1-mediated ubiquitination promotes mitochondria-associated translation
Authors: Gao Yuan , Cardamone Maria Dafne , Kwan Julian , Orofino Joseph , Hekman Ryan , Lyons Shawn , Emili Andrew , Perissi Valentina 
Published: July 2021

ABSTRACTG-Protein Pathway Suppressor 2 (GPS2) was recently identified as an endogenous inhibitor of non-proteolytic ubiquitination mediated by the E2 ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme Ubc13. GPS2-mediated restriction of K63 ubiquitination is associated with the regulation of insulin signaling, inflammation and mitochondria-nuclear communication, however a detailed understanding of the targets of GPS2/Ubc13 activity is currently lacking, Here, we have dissected the GPS2-regulated K63 ubiquitome in mouse embryonic fibroblasts and human breast cancer cells, unexpectedly finding an enrichment for proteins involved in RNA binding and translation. Characterization of putative targets, including the RNA-binding protein PABPC1 and translation factor eiF3m, revealed a strategy for regulating the mitochondria-associated translation of selected mRNAs via Mul1-mediated ubiquitination. Our data indicate that removal of GPS2-mediated inhibition, either via genetic deletion or stress-induced nuclear translocation, promotes the ubiquitination of mitochondria-associated translation factors leading to increased expression of an adaptive antioxidant program. In light of GPS2 role in nuclear-mitochondria communication, these findings reveal an exquisite regulatory network for modulating mitochondrial gene expression through spatially coordinated transcription and translation.
Do millennials differ in conflict manifestation? Differences within the cohort
Authors: Sinha Sweta , Pandey Shivendra Kumar 
Published: July 2021

PurposeThe present study aims to examine the moderation of the employee's age on the manifestation of “experience of hurt” to “commitment to future conflict” among the three intra-cohort segments of millennials. The study also examines the mediation of “perception of duplicitous organization” between hurt and “commitment to future conflict.”Design/methodology/approachCross-sectional data was collected using survey method and analyzed by structural equation modelling on SPSS AMOS 25 software.FindingsThe results are based on single-source cross-sectional data. The result indicates that “perception of duplicitous organization” is positively impacted by the experience of hurt at the workplace. It also acts as a mediator between hurt and “commitment to future conflict”. There is significant moderation of age for all the relationships in the model. For instance, age moderates both the paths of hurt resulting in “perception of duplicitous organization” and aggressiveness, where the group of young employees have significantly higher path coefficients.Practical implicationsThe managers need to be more considerate and interact frequently with the younger employees as they are more prone to develop aggression and are impressionable to form a “perception of duplicitous organization” after an experience of hurt. The manager needs to establish a high-quality relationship and a positive image of the organization with subordinates to prevent the manifestation of hurt to a “commitment to future conflict”.Originality/valueTo the best of the knowledge of the authors, this study is the first of its kind to study the moderation of age within the larger cohort of millennials.
A comparative analysis of financial performance of Islamic banks vis-à-vis conventional banks: evidence from Pakistan
Authors: Majeed Muhammad Tariq , Zainab Abida 
Published: July 2021

PurposeIn recent years, the fast growth of Islamic banks (IBs) has generated debates among policymakers and economists about the sustainability and performance of these institutions. This paper aims to undertake a comparative analysis of the financial performance of IBs and conventional banks (CBs) in Pakistan over the period 2008–2019 to evaluate how IBs are faring compared to their conventional peers.Design/methodology/approachThis paper considers Financial Ratio Analysis (FRA) to analyse and compare the performance of the top-10 IBs and CBs operating in Pakistan. The sample includes five full-fledged IBs and five CBs which offer Islamic windows in Pakistan. The top-five performing CBs offering Islamic windows have been selected in this study.FindingsThe results show that IBs are better capitalized, less risky and have higher liquidity as compared to CBs. In contrast, the profits of IBs are found to be lower than those of CBs.Research limitations/implicationsThe study has provided an analysis of financial performance only for Pakistan. A cross-country analysis could be more representative of the performance of IBs.Practical implicationsThe study infers that the size of the Islamic banking industry in Pakistan should be enhanced by opening new branches and promoting Islamic financial literacy.Originality/valueThe study assists investors, creditors, debtors and managers in making better decisions. It also provides the latest valuable information to regulators and policymakers that can be used to make rules and policies for the finance industry in Pakistan.
Single-master/multi-slave haptic teleoperation: a force control scheme
Authors: Argin Omer Faruk , Bayraktaroglu Zeki Yagiz 
Published: July 2021

Purpose
This paper aims to present a novel modular design framework for the haptic teleoperation of single-master/multiple-slave (SM/MS) systems with cooperating manipulators.

Design/methodology/approach
The user commands the remote-leader robot and the slave remote robot follows the leader in a leader–follower formation. The remote-slave is purely force-controlled. A virtual model of the remote environment is introduced between the local and remote environments through simulation software. Locally generated motion inputs are transmitted to the remote environment through the virtual model. A haptic coupling is designed in the virtual environment and the haptic feedback is transmitted to the user along with the forces measured in the remote environment. The controllers proposed in this work are experimentally evaluated with experienced and inexperienced users.

Findings
The proposed haptic interaction model contributes to the total force feedback and smoothens the high-frequency signals occurring at the physical interaction in the remote environment. Experimental results show that the implemented controllers including the proposed haptic interaction improve the teleoperation performances in terms of trajectory tracking. Furthermore, pure force control of the remote-slave is shown to enhance the robustness of the teleoperation against external disturbances. Satisfactory teleoperation performances are observed with both experienced and inexperienced users.

Originality/value
The proposed SM/MS teleoperation system involves a multi-purpose virtual simulator and a purely force-controlled remote-slave manipulator in a modular cooperative configuration. The uniquely defined structure of the proposed haptic coupling is used in modeling the interaction between the local and remote manipulators on the one hand, and between cooperating remote manipulators on the other.
Study workplace space occupancy: a review of measures and technologies
Authors: Zhou Yaoyi , Hua Ying , Liu Jingyang 
Published: July 2021

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to review the use of technologies for measuring space occupancy to guide the selection of appropriate tools for workplace post-occupancy evaluation (POE) studies. The authors focus on how actual space occupancy was measured in previous studies and the pros and cons of the different technologies and tools. This paper also addresses research gaps and directions for future research.

Design/methodology/approach
The space occupancy measures/tools are categorized based on the three types of technologies: environmental/ambient sensors, wearable sensors/smartphones and computer vision. A total of 50 studies are reviewed to identify the capabilities and limitations of these measurements.

Findings
Based on review results, the authors propose that although sensor technology can be a useful addition to the measures/tools list, a comprehensive review of the research goal, the occupants' behavior, and the environmental settings' characteristics should be conducted beforehand. Selecting appropriate technology is critical for collecting the proper behavioral data type, with a lower level of surveillance and increased validity.

Originality/value
This paper urges critical thinking about existing occupancy measures/tools across various fields, to inform the adoption and creation of new building occupancy measures. The knowledge of emerging sensor technology allows researchers to better study the temporal patterns of occupant behavior over extended periods and in a wide range of settings.
Signaling authenticity for frontline service employees
Authors: Matthews A. Lynn , Eilert Meike 
Published: July 2021

Purpose
Authenticity is a complex character that is valued in service contexts. Frontline service employees (FSEs), as both brand representatives and individuals who interact with clients, can signal their authenticity to customers. The purpose of this study is to investigate how FSEs signal their authenticity to customers. The authors investigate authenticity signal themes and develop a typology of how FSEs use these signals in the workplace.

Design/methodology/approach
This research uses a multi-method approach: qualitative data were collected through in-depth interviews with FSE and customers and quantitative data were collected in a follow-up survey using a sample of financial planners.

Findings
Findings from both studies show that FSE can use signals reflecting the display of client-centricity, positive emotions, transparency and disclosure of personal information. A latent profile analysis reveals three authenticity signal profiles, differing in the extent to which FSE uses each of these signals.

Research limitations/implications
This study identifies how FSEs can shape perceptions of authenticity in a service context, thus expanding theory by integrating both personal and brand authenticity perspectives. The findings further demonstrate that authenticity can be signaled on multiple dimensions, reflecting the complex nature of this construct.

Practical implications
The findings from this research can guide managers in developing workplace policies that enable FSEs to display authenticity in various ways to customers. Managers can further use the insights from this research to identify needs for FSE training and development.

Originality/value
The authors create novel insights into how FSEs signal authenticity to customers given their dual roles as individuals and brand representatives. This study offers nuanced insights into different types of signals and their application in a service context.
Key issues influencing the future internationalization of higher education: the case of Thailand
Authors: Hines Andy , Dockiao Lakhana 
Published: July 2021

Purpose
The rapidly changed global context for internationalization (IZN) over the next decade prompted a decision to use a futurist perspective for identifying issues to be considered in the organization’s next strategic plan. This paper aims to report on this project to identify current and strategic issues influencing the future strategy of the higher education (HE) IZN for Thailand on behalf of the Bureau of International Cooperation Strategy and the Office of the Higher Education Commission.

Design/methodology/approach
The research approach was a customized version of the University of Houston’s Framework Foresight method. It involved framing the domain with a description and domain map, scanning for signals of change within the domain and emerging issues analysis to produce a set of current and emerging issues. A planning step synthesizes a set of recommended actions.

Findings
The key findings reported in this paper are the identification of 14 current and emerging issues influencing the future of the IZN of HE in Thailand. The issues were organized along with the three horizons framework: H1: how are we [currently] doing? H2: what should we do next and H3, where do we want to go? The primary recommendation of this research reported on in this study is to consider the 14 issues for inclusion into the next strategic plan. Seven specific strategic options mapped over three phases were identified as well. The research reported here was carried out for Thailand, but the process could easily be adapted by other countries and other topics.

Research limitations/implications
The modified version of the University of Houston Framework Foresight approach has been applied successfully to many topics. The topic explored here is focused on one nation, Thailand. The authors feel the lessons are, however, broadly applicable.

Practical implications
The ability to use a futurist perspective to identify current and emerging issues is highlighted. The organizing of the issues using the three horizons framework proved to be particularly useful in helping the client to develop a sense of timing regarding the future, that is, when and to what degree to pay attention to the many issues that typically confront any organization.

Originality/value
The use of the three horizons framework in the analysis of the emerging issues provide benefits in two ways in situating the likely timing of signals of change in horizon scanning and “scan hits” both scanning for the identification of issues and organizing the resulting current and emerging issues along the three horizons with H1 current issues: how are we [currently] doing?; H2 emerging issues: what should we do next and H3 emerging issues, where do we want to go? The paper also includes a section exploring the impact of Covid-19 on the likely timing of the issues identified just before the pandemic hit, finding that timing of some issues would speed up, some would stay the same and some would slow down.
Uncovering the unmet needs among psoriasis patients in the Asia‐Pacific region
Authors: Tada Yayoi , Jo Seong Jin , Huang Yu‐Huei , Wahking Bryan , Lee Bong Young , Gowindah Regina , Fernández‐Peñas Pablo 
Published: July 2021

AbstractStudies on the psychosocial and emotional burden of psoriasis have been extensive; however, there is limited knowledge and awareness of patients’ attitude and behavior towards psoriasis treatment. To understand psoriasis patients’ attitude and behavior towards treatment of psoriasis, especially those treated with biologics, a multi‐stage study qualitative and quantitative methodology was conducted among psoriasis patients. An online survey was conducted with 45 moderate‐to‐severe psoriasis patients each in Australia, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan for 20 min. This was followed by qualitative in‐depth interviews conducted among psoriasis patients in Australia (n = 3) and Japan (n = 2) for 60 min. All of the findings were workshopped with key opinion leaders and patient advisory groups to identify potential solutions addressing patients’ unmet needs. Five common insights were identified across the region, highlighting patients’ attitude and behavior towards psoriasis treatment, especially for those treated with biologics. These insights comprised the following: (i) one of the key factors driving patients’ treatment choice included their ability to enjoy clear skin for longer period (68%); (ii) bio‐maintenance patients had a higher expectation (4.9 months) of how long their skin could stay clear, compared to their pre‐biologics initiation days (2.9 months); (iii) once a good response is achieved, bio‐maintenance patients were more concerned about symptoms returning (44%) than development of side‐effects (19%); (iv) bio‐maintenance patients felt psychologically and physically affected during flare‐ups despite being on more efficacious treatment; and (v) bio‐maintenance patients still felt they were at risk of flare‐ups (4.5/7), almost similar risk perception as non‐biologics patients (4.9/7). Findings from this study showed that psoriasis patients look for treatment with the least risk of flare‐ups so that they were able to enjoy clear skin for a long time.
Rapid determination of eight benzodiazepines in suspected counterfeit pharmaceuticals using surface‐enhanced Raman scattering with handheld Raman spectrometers
Authors: Kimani Martin M. , Lanzarotta Adam , Batson JaCinta S. 
Published: July 2021

AbstractThe excessive prescription of benzodiazepines is putting more people at risk of dependence on these drugs and is exacerbating the fatal overdose toll of opioids. A rapid and sensitive SERS method has been developed for trace detection of select benzodiazepines in low‐dosage suspect counterfeit tablets, capsules, and injectable solutions using two different portable handheld Raman spectrometers equipped with either a 785‐nm laser or a 1064‐nm laser. A total of 169 samples and blanks were examined using five handheld Raman spectrometers, which provided data set of 729 examinations. The extraction/SERS procedures yielded true positive rates above 90% for alprazolam, diazepam, and midazolam using the 1064‐nm device and yielded true positive rates above 95% for alprazolam, clonazepam, diazepam, estazolam, midazolam, and temazepam using the 785‐nm device; however, the extraction/SERS procedures yielded true positive rates below 60% for lorazepam and triazolam. The minimum concentration (Cmin) of the benzodiazepine standards that reproducibly yielded a positive match ranged from 1 to 10 μg/ml using the 1064‐nm laser device and from 0.5 to 50 μg/ml using the 785‐nm laser device. For the analysis of authentic and suspect counterfeit tablets containing these benzodiazepines, the measured Cmin ranged between 10 and 15 µg per tablet or capsule for 1064‐nm laser device and 1–100 µg per tablet or capsule for 785‐nm laser device. The developed methods are simple, rapid, and ideal for screening suspect benzodiazepine‐containing pharmaceutical products at satellite laboratories located within or near international mail facilities and express courier hubs.
From the Apollo Programme to the EM Algorithm and Beyond
Authors: Laird Nan , Hirschland Edward C. 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Nan Laird is the Harvey V. Fineberg professor of biostatistics (emerita) at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health, and the winner of the 2021 International Prize in Statistics. In this interview with Ed Hirschland, she discusses her career and contributions