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Assessment of sustainability indicators for urban water infrastructure in a developing country
Authors: Zhalmurziyeva Kamilla , Tokbolat Serik , Durdyev Serdar , Mustafa Mohamad Y. , Karaca Ferhat 
Published: November 2021

PurposeThis research aims to study a broad range of sustainability aspects and develop a set of indicators with their subjective relevance to each of the sustainability dimensions that will help to improve the sustainability level of the water system of Nur-Sultan (Kazakhstan).Design/methodology/approachThe broader list of indicators (which were identified through a thorough review of the literature) was assessed by water-related industry professionals and experts who were asked to assess the compliance of suggested indicators to five criteria of sustainability using a Likert scale.FindingsIt was found that the highest-ranked indicators across all five categories were mainly related to the chemical and physical quality of water, followed by availability of individual water meters as well as water supply tariffs' adjustment to users' income, and issues of ageing infrastructure. The lowest-ranked indicators among all categories were mainly related to investments into research and development, water management and awareness, feedback systems and flexibility. The least ranked indicators are seen to be more related to the scenarios when basic needs are covered and the stakeholders have extra time and resources for advancing the levels of water infrastructure sustainability.Practical implicationsThe ranked and categorized indicators can be used as a powerful decision-making tool to improve the sustainability of the water system of Nur-Sultan or any other city in a developing country.Originality/valueBy conducting this study, it was aimed to address the aforementioned gap in the field in terms of running a wider scope assessment of indicators rather than looking at conventional environmental and socio-economic aspects. This provides novelty to the study, especially in the context of developing countries that need more guidance in terms of sustainable development of the water-related infrastructure.
Obligatory coaching in the context of the model project “Talent Schools”: a means for educational equity and improvement of achievement outcomes?
Authors: Dean Isabel , Beckmann Laura , Racherbäumer Kathrin , Bremm Nina 
Published: November 2021

PurposeIn the present study, we assessed how school improvement consultants, as part of a six-year model project conducted in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, were perceived by school leaders and how they defined their role(s), tasks and working methods as external consultants at the beginning of the project.Design/methodology/approachOur analyses are based on a mixed-methods approach, involving a standardized online survey of school leaders and 18 guideline-based interviews with school improvement consultants, which were conducted at the beginning of the model project. The interviews were analyzed using qualitative content analysis and typifying structuring of the interview material.FindingsOur results based on the quantitative survey data showed that the school administrators generally rated the collaboration with the external consultants as not very positive. Furthermore, our qualitative findings showed that the school improvement consultants in the model project faced resistance to their coaching efforts, which may be attributed to the obligatory nature of their work on the project. In general, the consulting process appeared to be little differentiated according to the school principals' perceptions of the school needs, with the consultants mainly proceeding as they also do in other coaching processes.Originality/valueThis study contributes to our understanding of coaching in improvement activities among schools serving disadvantaged communities by offering insights into the role(s) and working methods of external school improvement consultants.
Excess volatility pursuit in autoregressive GARCH model based panel data analysis at country level: BRICS context
Authors: Ahmed Wajid Shakeel , Khan Muhammad Shoaib , Sheikh Muhammad Jibran , Khan Inzamam 
Published: November 2021

PurposeThis particular study examined the government bond price variations in order to determine the presence of excess volatility both at country and panel group level of BRICS countries context.Design/methodology/approachThe study applied the autoregressive GARCH panel model approach proposed by Fakhry and Richter (2015) to evaluate the presence of excess volatility and then examined the diversification benefits. Further, the use of discrete wavelet transformation (DWT) has added the advantage to observe volatility across bonds along with potential diversification benefits by retaining information from the time and frequency domain perspective for both the maturities.FindingsThe main finding indicates that the excess volatility is present in BRICS countries at individual level i.e. in the case of Russia, India and China. However, the 10-year bond showing a less volatility compared to 5-year bond with the possibility of reaping out the benefits of diversification with international portfolio of sovereign bonds.Practical implicationsThe main implication of the research is related to the non-perseverance of EMH as far sovereign bonds of BRICS countries are concerned as the results indicate presence of excess volatility in the 5-year and 10-year bond markets. However, the implicit behavior of 5-year bond could benefit the active fund managers and investors by taking an advantage of a reducing systemic risk through short-medium term investments.Originality/valueThis study contributes not only to the existing studies of similar nature by examining the excess volatility in bond markets but also taking account of co-moment of distinct maturities to confirm possible international diversification benefits for BRICS countries context.
Researching ecosystems in innovation contexts
Authors: Autio Erkko , Thomas Llewellyn D.W. 
Published: November 2021

PurposeThe rapid adoption of the ecosystem concept in innovation contexts has led to a proliferation of differing uses. Scholars need to be crystal clear which concept of the ecosystem they are using to facilitate communication between scholars and allow for cumulativeness and creativity. This paper aims to introduce some clarity into the conceptual mist that surrounds the notion of “ecosystems” in innovation contexts.Design/methodology/approachA review of the extant literature on ecosystems in innovation contexts to derive an integrated approach to understanding the variety of constructs in use.FindingsThis paper introduces clarity into the conceptual mist that surrounds the term “innovation ecosystem”, showing there are three basic types of ecosystems, all of which have a common focus on the collective production of a coherent system-level output.Originality/valueContributes through a comprehensive overview of the differing ecosystem types in innovation contexts and with a heuristic to disambiguate types of innovation ecosystems.
Sustainable regeneration strategies for the historical city centers of Iran using SWOT and QSPM models
Authors: Mirzakhani Arman , Turró Mateu , Behzadfar Mostafa 
Published: November 2021

PurposeThe main objectives of the current study are to assess the existing situation of historical city centers in Iran and to offer prioritized appropriate regeneration strategies for their sustainable development.Design/methodology/approachThe study is based on a questionnaire-based survey in four historical city centers of Iran: Kashan, Naeen, Ardakan and Yazd. The required data have been collected using multiple tools including questionnaires and interviews with local residents and officials in the aforementioned case studies. Using the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) technique, a set of appropriate strategies for the sustainable regeneration of these valuable fabrics has been proposed and the best of them have been prioritized employing quantitative strategic planning matrix (QSPM) matrix.FindingsThe results show that the current situation in all the case studies is not in line with sustainability and cultural heritage protection. Their multiple problems are mostly associated with their weaknesses, whilst their strengths, including a considerable potential as a tourism attraction, are scarcely exploited. The experts and residents surveyed for this research have provided basic information to establish the conservative strategies that should take priority when preparing the urban regeneration process of these areas.Originality/valueSince most of the adopted regeneration strategies in Iran are not supported by empirical studies, the current study largely fulfills this shortcoming by setting up a proper diagnosis of historical city centers in Iran and proposes the most appropriate regeneration strategies based on the findings.
Internationalization and knowledge management strategies of service firms: impact of regulatory environment in regional markets
Authors: Findlay Christopher , Rammal Hussain Gulzar , Rose Elizabeth , Pereira Vijay 
Published: November 2021

PurposeThis study aims to the influence and impact of regulations and highlights the barriers to market entry faced by Australian professional service firms in the European Union (EU) and their strategies to manage and transfer tacit knowledge.Design/methodology/approachThe authors collected data by reviewing relevant regulatory documents and conducting semi-structured interviews with key informants from Australian architecture firms and senior representatives from the professional, trade and regulatory bodies in Australia and Europe.FindingsHistorically, Australian professional service firms use the United Kingdom (UK) as their EU base. The mutual recognition of qualifications and prior experiences are barriers to intra-organizational expatriation and knowledge transfer. The study identifies the dual nationality of the architects as a way of circumventing the residency/nationality restrictions.Originality/valueThe study discusses Brexit and how the uncertainty surrounding the UK and EU’s agreement adds to the complexity for non-European firms’ market entry and operations in the region.
Optimization model: the innovation and future of e-ecotourism for sustainability
Authors: Eddyono Fauziah , Darusman Dudung , Sumarwan Ujang , Sunarminto Fauziah 
Published: November 2021

Purpose
This study aims to find a dynamic model in an effort to optimize tourism performance in ecotourism destinations. The model structure is built based on competitive performance in geographic areas and the application of ecotourism elements that are integrated with big data innovation through artificial intelligence technology.

Design/methodology/approach
Data analysis is performed through dynamic system modeling. Simulations are carried out in three models: First, existing simulation models. Second, Scenario 1 is carried out by utilizing a causal loop through innovation of big data-based artificial intelligence technology to ecotourism elements. Third, Scenario 2 is carried out by utilizing a causal loop through big data-based artificial intelligence technology on aspects of ecotourism elements and destination competitiveness.

Findings
This study provides empirical insight into the competitiveness performance of destinations and the performance of implementing ecotourism elements if integrated with big data innovations that will be able to massively demonstrate the growth of sustainable tourism performance.

Research limitations/implications
This study does not use a primary database, but uses secondary data from official sources that can be accessed by the public.

Practical implications
The paper includes implications for the development of intelligent technology based on big data and also requires policy innovation.

Social implications
Sustainable tourism development.

Originality/value
This study finds the expansion of new theory competitiveness of ecotourism destinations.
Investigations of personalized and sustainable approach of oral drug delivery systems through additive manufacturing
Authors: Reddy R. Durga Prasad , Elgazzar Haytham , Sharma Varun 
Published: November 2021

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to print a thermolabile drug-containing tablet using the fused deposition modeling (FDM) technique and analyze its mechanical, pharmaceutical and environmental feasibility using a variety of tests.

Design/methodology/approach
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) is the thermally-sensitive drug impregnated into polyvinyl alcohol excipient using ethanol-water mixture and printed by an FDM printer by varying three parameters without using any external stabilizing agent. Afterward, Taguchi analysis has been performed on these parameters to recognize the significant factors and interactions. Besides this, a regression model has been obtained based on the dissolution data. Various thermo-mechanical and pharmaceutical tests have been carried out to confirm the feasibility. Finally, a life cycle assessment (LCA) analysis has been carried out to compare it with the existing tableting method by considering the environmental impacts.

Findings
The dissolution profile was found to follow the Korsmeyer-Peppas model, where the drug release occurred both by dissolution and erosion. Further, the infill percent has been found as the most significant parameter. The characterization tests and imaging outputs proved the fidelity of this attempt. Finally, the three-dimensional printed method was found to be more environmentally sustainable than the existing conventional tableting process.

Originality/value
LCA on a printed tablet is a one-of-a-kind attempt. Thus, this research attempt delivered another approach to print personalized tablets at a temperature lower than prescribed temperatures with required release behavior and can contribute toward the quest of sustainable personalized medication.
Beneficial screening of Fabry disease in patients with hypohidrosis
Authors: Nagai‐Sangawa Megumi , Fukunaga Atsushi , Takeuchi Chihiro , Nishiyama Satoshi , Horikawa Tatsuya , Nagano China , Nozu Kandai , Fujii Hideki , Nishigori Chikako 
Published: November 2021

AbstractFabry disease (FD), which is a lysosomal storage disease resulting from a deficiency of α‐galactosidase A, leads to the accumulation of globotriaosylceramide in various tissues and multiorgan impairment. Early diagnosis is important to improve long‐term prognosis. Early clinical manifestations of FD include neuropathic pain, vascular skin lesions, and sweating abnormalities. Hypohidorosis is one of the clinical findings in the early stage of FD. However, there have been no studies on prospective screening of FD in patients with definitive diagnosis of hypohidrosis. We examined α‐galactosidase A activity in white blood cells in 17 (one female and 16 male) patients with generalized hypohidorosis. Among 17 patients, one male patient (approximately 5.8%) had significantly reduced α‐galactosidase A activity. He presented with a history of hypohidrosis with heat intolerance and neuropathic tingling pain in a warm environment from 6 years ago. He had a few angiokeratoma on the trunk and extremities. Ultrastructural examination of skin biopsy from the angiokeratoma revealed lamellar inclusions in endothelial cells. Kidney biopsy revealed swollen podocytes and Gb3 deposition in the glomerulus, and urinalysis revealed mulberry bodies. He was finally diagnosed with FD and started on enzyme replacement therapy with agalsidase alpha in the early stage. In addition, his family screening led to find the patients of four additional FD. Screening for FD in patients with hypohidrosis may lead to efficient early detection of FD.
Investigating dynamic relations between factual information and misinformation: Empirical studies of tweets related to prevention measures during COVID‐19
Authors: Wang Yan , Gao Shangde , Gao Wenyu 
Published: November 2021

AbstractDuring COVID‐19, misinformation on social media has affected people's adoption of appropriate prevention behaviors. Although an array of approaches have been proposed to suppress misinformation, few have investigated the role of disseminating factual information during crises. None has examined its effect on suppressing misinformation quantitatively using longitudinal social media data. Therefore, this study investigates the temporal correlations between factual information and misinformation, and intends to answer whether previously predominant factual information can suppress misinformation. It focuses on two prevention measures, that is, wearing masks and social distancing, using tweets collected from April 3 to June 30, 2020, in the United States. We trained support vector machine classifiers to retrieve relevant tweets and classify tweets containing factual information and misinformation for each topic concerning the prevention measures’ effects. Based on cross‐correlation analyses of factual and misinformation time series for both topics, we find that the previously predominant factual information leads the decrease of misinformation (i.e., suppression) with a time lag. The research findings provide empirical understandings of dynamic relations between misinformation and factual information in complex online environments and suggest practical strategies for future misinformation management during crises and emergencies.
Comparison of the performance of estimated fetal weight charts for the detection of small‐ and large‐for‐gestational age newborns with adverse outcomes: a French population‐based study
Authors: Monier I , Ego A , Benachi A , Hocquette A , Blondel B , Goffinet F , Zeitlin J 
Published: November 2021

ObjectiveTo compare the performance of estimated fetal weight (EFW) charts at the third trimester ultrasound for detecting small‐ and large‐for‐gestational age (SGA/LGA) newborns with adverse outcomes.DesignNationally representative observational study.SettingFrench maternity units in 2016.Population9940 singleton live births with an ultrasound between 30 and 35 weeks of gestation.MethodsWe compared three prescriptive charts (INTERGROWTH‐21st, World Health Organization (WHO), Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development [NICHD]), four descriptive charts (Hadlock, Fetal Medicine Foundation, two French charts) and a French customised growth model (Epopé).Main outcome measuresSGA and LGA (birthweights <10th and >90th percentiles) associated with adverse outcomes (low Apgar score, delivery‐room resuscitation, neonatal unit admission).Results2.1% and 1.1% of infants had SGA and LGA and adverse outcomes, respectively. The sensitivity and specificity for detecting these infants with an EFW <10th and >90th percentile varied from 29–65% and 84–96% for descriptive charts versus 27–60% and 83–96% for prescriptive charts. WHO and French charts were closest to the EFW distribution, yielding a balance between sensitivity and specificity for SGA and LGA births. INTERGROWTH‐21st and Epopé had low sensitivity for SGA with high sensitivity for LGA. Areas under the receiving operator characteristics curve ranged from 0.62 to 0.74, showing low to moderate predictive ability, and diagnostic odds ratios varied from 7 to 16.ConclusionMarked differences in the performance of descriptive as well as prescriptive EFW charts highlight the importance of evaluating them for their ability to detect high‐risk fetuses.Tweetable abstractChoice of growth chart strongly affected identification of high‐risk fetuses at the third trimester ultrasound.
Discretion as a double‐edged sword in global work: The perils of international business travel
Authors: Jooss Stefan , Conroy Kieran M. , McDonnell Anthony 
Published: November 2021

AbstractInternational business travellers (IBTs) have become omnipresent in multinational enterprises, and yet we know little on how they manage the inherent complexities of their global work. Through a qualitative research design, our study reveals a perturbing job demands‐resources mismatch faced by these individuals. IBTs are afforded substantial discretion with respect to how they carry out their global work and this discretion enables engagement in a series of job crafting actions. The job crafting actions we identify in this study inadvertently intensified rather than eased the demands‐resources mismatch that IBTs confronted. Our study advances job crafting theory through unpacking the potentially dysfunctional nature of job crafting in a global work context. In doing so, we challenge much of the extant literature which tends to overwhelmingly focus on the positive impact of job crafting actions. Our findings lead us to call for greater organisational oversight and configuration of support structures for IBTs.
Enzymatic acylation of lutein with a series of saturated fatty acid vinyl esters and the thermal stability and anti‐lipid oxidation properties of the acylated derivatives
Authors: Tan Xin‐Jia , Li Hai‐Mei , Peng Qing‐Xia , Zhou Hua , Chen Yong‐Sheng , Lu Yu‐Yun , Yan Ri‐An 
Published: November 2021

AbstractLutein was enzymatically acylated with saturated fatty acid vinyl esters of different lengths of carbon chain (C6‐C14) under the action of Candida antarctica lipase B (Novozyme 435). The acylation reaction was optimized by considering substrate molar ratio, reaction solvent, type of enzyme, and reaction time. The highest yield (88%) was obtained using the Novozyme 435 to catalyze the acylation reaction of lutein and vinyl decanoate (lutein/vinyl decanoate molar ratio of 1/10) for 16 h in methyl tert‐butyl ether. Ten lutein esters were synthesized, isolated, and purified, which were characterized by Fourier‐transform infrared spectroscopy, high‐resolution mass spectrometry, and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. We found that the acylation of lutein improved its antioxidant capacity in lipid system and thermal stability. Our study extended the potential application of lutein in lipophilic food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries.Practical Application: Enzyme acylation of lutein improved its antioxidant capacity in lipid system and thermal stability, extended its potential application in food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries. In addition, our study also provided a new perspective and cognition for the further development and utilization of lutein.