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Distinct effects of consumer innovativeness on willingness to pay a green premium when framing social norms information
Authors: Shao Changpeng 
Published: December 2024

PurposeThis study aims to explore the dynamic interplay between consumer innovativeness and willingness to pay a green premium (WPGP), moderated by the information frames of social norms. Using a cybernetic framework, we examine how consumer traits and the presentation of social norms (including descriptive and injunctive norms) influence green consumption.Design/methodology/approachThis study conducts a between-subjects survey experiment and collects a sample from 535 Chinese consumers to examine the hypothesis.FindingsOur findings reveal that different dimensions of consumer innovativeness – hedonic, social, functional and cognitive – affect WPGP in varied ways. Importantly, the effect of functionally motivated consumer innovativeness (fMCI) is significantly moderated by how social norms are framed. We also find that negatively framed norms about the number of people do not consume green products and consequences of not engaging in green behaviours are generally more effective than positively framed norms in influencing WPGP, though the effect is slight.Originality/valueThe study employs a comprehensive experimental design with a Chinese sample to test these relationships, contributing novel insights into the marketing strategies and policy formulations necessary to enhance green consumption. By integrating theories of normative social behaviour and bounded rationality, our research not only deepens the understanding of consumer behaviour in environmental contexts but also offers practical implications for fostering more sustainable consumption patterns.
Historical Bird Atlas and Contemporary Citizen Science Data Reveal Long‐Term Changes in Geographic Range of Kenyan Birds
Authors: Nussbaumer Raphaël , Nussbaumer Améline , Guchu Samuel , Hatfield Richard Stratton , M. Kanga Erustus , Kung'u Gladys Nyakeru , Kuria Anthony , Miller Eliot , Ndang'ang'a Paul Kariuki , Njoroge Peter , Ogada Darcy , Shema Sidney , Jackson Colin 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTAimHistorical bird atlases provide comprehensive datasets for investigating long‐term changes in species' distribution. In the context of accelerating biodiversity loss, these datasets can lend critical insights into the state of bird distributions across broad spatio‐temporal scales and provide much‐needed information for impactful conservation. In Africa, the potential of atlas data to understand changes in avian populations remains largely untapped.LocationThis study mapped changes in national distribution patterns of 1088 bird species found in Kenya.MethodsTapping into one of the earliest atlas databases, this study compared Kenyan bird atlas data collected between 1970 and 1984 with recent citizen science data sourced from the Kenya Bird Map project and eBird to determine changes in ranges across 50 years. We produced maps displaying, for every 27 × 27 km square of the country, whether a species appeared, was present throughout both periods, or disappeared. We account for the change in data collection effort between the two periods by quantifying the confidence of the change for each square.ResultsThe maps produced for each species are publicly accessible through an interactive website: https://kenyabirdtrends.co.ke/. We found that related species tended to experience similar changes in their distribution ranges. The ranges of Palearctic migrants and scavengers declined drastically, while introduced birds experienced a significant range increase over the past 50 years.Main ConclusionsThis study demonstrates the potential of integrating recent citizen science data with historical atlas data to draw out the changes in range for all species at national level. The range contraction of Palearctic migrants and scavengers echoed corresponding drops in abundance at local, regional and global scales. These findings lend additional weight to the need for an increased conservation focus on migratory and scavenging birds in Kenya.
Efficacy of endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for proton pump inhibitor‐dependent gastroesophageal reflux disease: Multicenter prospective cohort study
Authors: Jiang Yuanxi , Dong Zhiyu , Chen Ying , Sun Huihui , Wang Junwen , Wang Zhenxiang , Meng Qianqian , Lin Han , Zhang Qingwei , Chen Shengliang , Ge Zhizheng , Wang Luowei , Xu Shuchang 
Published: December 2024

ObjectivesTo evaluate the effects of endoscopic radiofrequency ablation (RFA) on proton pump inhibitor (PPI)‐dependent gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in a Chinese population, and to explore the factors associated with favorable efficacy.MethodsA multicenter, single‐armed prospective cohort study was conducted. PPI‐dependent GERD patients were enrolled and underwent RFA. The primary outcome was improvement of GERD health‐related quality of life (GERD‐HRQL). Secondary outcomes were symptom improvement, satisfaction, PPI use, and the indicators of 24‐h pH‐impedance monitoring. A nomogram to predict complete remission was constructed.ResultsIn total, 66 patients were included. The GERD‐HRQL score was significantly reduced at the 3 month (mean difference, 14.7 [12.6–16.9]), 6 month (mean difference, 15.9 [13.8–18.1]), 12 month (mean difference, 16.7 [14.4–18.9]), 24 month (mean difference, 18.4 [16.2–20.1]), 36 month (mean difference, 18.2 [16.3–20.4]), and 48 month follow‐up (mean difference, 16.1 [14.2–18.3]), all P < 0.001. The esophageal and extra‐esophageal symptom scores were all significantly decreased. The proportion of satisfaction and no PPI use were significantly higher. With regard to the indicators of 24‐h pH‐impedance monitoring, acid exposure time (AET), and DeMeester score, but not lower esophageal sphincter (LES) pressure, decreased significantly at the 12 month follow‐up. A nomogram based on age, body mass index (BMI), baseline AET, and LES pressure was then constructed and showed good discrimination in the prediction of complete remission following RFA.ConclusionsThis study demonstrated that RFA improved life quality as well as symptoms in PPI‐dependent GERD patients in a Chinese population. Younger age, higher BMI, lower baseline AET, and higher baseline LES pressure indicate favorable efficacy of RFA.
Cu(In, Ga)(Se, S)2 thin‐film technology: Aspects of historical development, current status, and future prospects
Authors: Dalibor Thomas , Reichel Rene , Wu Chung Hsien , Borowski Peter , Peng Shou , Chen Jie 
Published: December 2024

AbstractCopper indium gallium selenide (CIGS)‐based solar cells are a type of thin‐film photovoltaic technology used to convert sunlight into electricity. They are one of the most promising thin‐film technologies with high efficiency and low‐cost potential. CIGS is a direct band gap material with a high absorption coefficient, around 2 µm thickness can absorb most of the light which can reduce the usage of material. CIGS solar cells have a better temperature coefficient, meaning their efficiency decreases less in high‐temperature environments compared to other solar technologies. Furthermore, CIGS solar cells also have excellent low‐light performance due to their broad absorption spectrum. This allows them to generate electricity even in partially shaded or cloudy conditions, which can be common in urban environments with tall buildings or trees casting shadows. Thus, CIGS solar cells are also a good option to be used for building‐integrated PV (BIPV) systems. The latest cell efficiency record was reached in 2023 with 23.6%. Ongoing research aims to increase efficiency, durability, and cost‐effectiveness, making the CIGS thin‐film technology a mainstream option for solar energy generation.
Trade‐in program options in a retailer‐led supply chain
Authors: Zhao Wenyu , Xia Yulan , Zhang Lu , Fan Xiaojun 
Published: December 2024

AbstractFirms offer trade‐in programs that consumers trade an old product and receive trade‐in rebate when buying a new one. To study whether the manufacturer or the retailer should introduce a trade‐in program, we build a Stackelberg game that consists of one manufacturer and one retailer by considering old and new consumers in a retailer‐led supply chain. We find that when the production cost of a product is high under no trade‐in program, old consumers do not purchase the product. When the retailer provides the trade‐in program, there are “lose–win” situation for the manufacturer and retailer. However, when the manufacturer provides the trade‐in program, there are “win–win” situation for the manufacturer and retailer. Then, we find that the manufacturer (retailer) can benefit more from providing trade‐in program by themselves than that provided by the other one.
Barbatula nuda: an economically valuable freshwater fish that accepts phytoplankton as first food
Authors: Li Jiao , Luo Xiaonian , Wu Chen , Duan Youjian , Wei Yong 
Published: December 2024

AbstractBarbatula nuda is considered a promising emerging species to diversify small cold‐water fish aquaculture worldwide due to its rapid growth and delicious flesh. However, limited information on larval development and nutrition is available. In this study, 7‐day feeding experiments were performed to evaluate three different initial diets (zooplankton, phytoplankton, and artificial microdiet) in the zoo group, algae group, and AD group on growth, development, and digestion of larvae B. nuda. The results showed that there was no significant difference in survival rate among the three groups (p > 0.05). The algae group exhibited the highest feed intake success rate and body weight (p < 0.05), the best intestinal development with the protruded intestinal mucosa, and visible intestinal microvillus. Pepsase and trypsin enzyme activities in the algae group larvae were significantly higher than those in the other two groups (p < 0.05). Transcriptome data showed that the mechanistic target of rapamycin pathway of B. nuda fed with phytoplankton was activated, and the metabolisms of carbohydrate were significantly more active than those in the other two groups. As omnivorous fish, B. nuda could accept zooplankton, phytoplankton, and microdiet as initial diets with its survival unaffected, but B. nuda fed with phytoplankton exhibited better growth status and digestive tract development and higher digestive enzyme activities than those fed with other two diets. Therefore, phytoplankton was a suitable initial diet for B. nuda. Our findings provide guidance for the artificial breeding of B. nuda and a theoretical basis for research on fish initial diet.
Non‐Pharmacological Sleep Interventions after Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
Authors: Lee Sueyeon , Chen Pei , Park Chang , Zhu Bingqian , Balserak Bilgay I. 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTAimTo synthesise up‐to‐date research evidence for non‐pharmacological interventions to improve various sleep outcomes (e.g., sleep quality, duration) in postsurgical cardiac patients.BackgroundSleep disturbances are common amongst postsurgical cardiac patients, yet the effectiveness of non‐pharmacological interventions in improving various sleep outcomes has not been comprehensively reviewed.DesignA systematic review and meta‐analysis guided by the PRISMA protocol.MethodsCINAHL, PubMed, PsycINFO, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library were searched for relevant research in May 2023. Included studies used a randomised controlled trial design that applied a non‐pharmacological intervention for postsurgical cardiac patients and reported sleep as an outcome. For the meta‐analysis, mean effect sizes were separately calculated for studies with regular and reverse‐scored scales.ResultsOf 37 studies included, the most common cardiac surgery was coronary artery bypass graft. Most interventions were performed within the first postoperative week and assessed sleep quality outcomes using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. The interventions are categorised into five types. Human resource‐based strategies emerged as the most effective. The meta‐analysis of 27 eligible studies showed a mean effect size of 0.76 for studies with regular scoring scales and − 1.04 for those with reverse‐scored scales, indicating medium to large effect sizes.ConclusionOur findings provide strong evidence that non‐pharmacological interventions, particularly human resource‐based strategies, significantly improve sleep quality in postsurgical cardiac patients. The medium to large effect sizes underscore the clinical significance of these findings.ImplicationsHealthcare professionals should consider incorporating non‐pharmacological interventions, especially human resource‐based strategies, in care plans for postsurgical cardiac patients to improve sleep outcomes and promote recovery. These interventions should be tailored to individual physical and cultural differences for maximum effectiveness. Future research should evaluate the long‐term effects of these interventions on various sleep outcomes, using both objective and subjective measures to provide a comprehensive assessment of their efficacy.Reporting MethodThis study adheres to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses (PRISMA) protocol.No patient or public contributionPatient and public contributions were not required for this review.
Diet Quality Among Older Adolescent Boys and Girls in the Southeast Asia Region
Authors: Pries Alissa M. , Feeley Alison , Kupka Roland 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTAdolescence is a period of tremendous physical and neurophysiological change, and today's rapidly changing food system has implications for adolescent nutritional and health outcomes. Ensuring nutritious diets during adolescence requires evidence on what is being consumed by adolescent boys and girls, however, little is known about the dietary patterns among this age group. This study assessed the prevalence of food group consumption and indicators of diet quality among adolescents in the Southeast Asia region and compared these results to the adult population. Secondary analysis of the Gallup World Poll, a population‐based survey, was performed using datasets from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos PDR, the Philippines and Vietnam. Pooled analysis of nine diet quality indicators was conducted among all adolescents 15–19 years of age (n = 479), with comparison to the adult population (n = 4589). Various unhealthy food groups were consumed by one‐quarter to one‐half of adolescents, with a greater proportion of adolescents consuming instant noodles, sweets, processed meats and salty snacks, as compared to adults. Just over one‐third of adolescents (37.4%) consumed all five recommended food groups to meet dietary guidelines, almost two‐thirds (62.6%) consumed sweet beverages and over three‐quarters consumed unhealthy/ultra‐processed foods (76.8%). Overall indicators of diet quality showed that Southeast Asian adolescents' diets were less healthy than adults. This is one of the first studies to explore the healthy and unhealthy aspects of diets among both adolescent boys and girls across the Southeast Asia region, with results indicating that diets are not nutritionally adequate.
War abolition and the whole war critique
Authors: Fiala Andrew 
Published: December 2024

AbstractWar is an absurd social practice. It ought to be abolished. Indeed, as I show in the paper, a number of prominent pacifists have argued in support of war abolition. War abolitionism is connected to what I call “the whole war critique.” The whole war critique has been explored by Robert Holmes. But war abolition and the whole war critique have been under‐thematized in the philosophical literature on pacifism and just war theory. This paper seeks to remedy that neglect. Holmes distinguishes between just war theory and the broader critique of war as a whole, what he calls “whole war.” Holmes concludes that “No actual, probable or possible whole wars in the modern world are morally permissible.” He argues that the entire social, cultural, economic, and political practice of war is immoral. This claim and the comprehensive critical project of war abolition is much broader than the narrow set of judgments found in just war theory. The just war theory does not ask about the morality of war as a whole—as a social, cultural, economic, and political practice. Nor does it focus on suggestions for how we might prevent or abolish war. This paper will explain and elucidate the whole war critique and how it contributes to war abolitionist pacifism. It will also clarify how this critical standpoint is an ideal theory that is nonetheless not utopian.
Understanding the Interaction Between Family Dynamics and Childhood Obesity in the Middle Eastern Population: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Yazeedi Basma Al , Al‐Adawi Samir , Waly Mostafa , Qassabi Fathiya Al , Al‐Azkawi Hanan , Khalaf Atika 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTObjective(s)We aim to understand the interaction between family dynamics and lifestyle behaviors of school‐age children with overweight or obesity in Oman. The outcomes would clarify the mediating familial determinants that contribute to childhood obesity in the Middle East population.DesignA qualitative phenomenological approach.SampleMothers of school‐age children with overweight or obesity.MeasurementsSemi‐structured interviews were conducted following an interview guide, and thematic analysis was used to identify key themes and subthemes.ResultsThe study identified three main themes based on data collected from 12 participants. The first theme, “Children's Lifestyle Behaviors,” highlighted the need to address unhealthy food consumption, low physical activity, and inconsistent sleeping habits. The second theme, “Parenting Lifestyle behaviors,” underscored the importance of regaining control over children's eating behaviors, fostering shared interest in outdoor activities, and establishing a consistent sleep routine. Lastly, the third theme, “Determinants of Parenting Lifestyle Behaviors,” identified factors such as parental stress, the high cost of healthy options, cultural influence on healthy eating, limited outdoor activity options, and the availability of unhealthy snacks in schools.ConclusionOur study underscores the need for family‐centered obesity programs that address several determinants of parenting lifestyle behaviors, including psychological, financial, social, and environmental challenges.
DesignQA: A Multimodal Benchmark for Evaluating Large Language Models’ Understanding of Engineering Documentation
Authors: Doris Anna C. , Grandi Daniele , Tomich Ryan , Alam Md Ferdous , Ataei Mohammadmehdi , Cheong Hyunmin , Ahmed Faez 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This research introduces DesignQA, a novel benchmark aimed at evaluating the proficiency of multimodal large language models (MLLMs) in comprehending and applying engineering requirements in technical documentation. Developed with a focus on real-world engineering challenges, DesignQA uniquely combines multimodal data—including textual design requirements, CAD images, and engineering drawings—derived from the Formula SAE student competition. Unlike many existing MLLM benchmarks, DesignQA contains document-grounded visual questions where the input image and the input document come from different sources. The benchmark features automatic evaluation metrics and is divided into segments—Rule Comprehension, Rule Compliance, and Rule Extraction—based on tasks that engineers perform when designing according to requirements. We evaluate state-of-the-art models (at the time of writing) like GPT-4o, GPT-4, Claude-Opus, Gemini-1.0, and LLaVA-1.5 against the benchmark, and our study uncovers the existing gaps in MLLMs’ abilities to interpret complex engineering documentation. The MLLMs tested, while promising, struggle to reliably retrieve relevant rules from the Formula SAE documentation, face challenges in recognizing technical components in CAD images and encounter difficulty in analyzing engineering drawings. These findings underscore the need for multimodal models that can better handle the multifaceted questions characteristic of design according to technical documentation. This benchmark sets a foundation for future advancements in AI-supported engineering design processes. DesignQA is publicly available at online.
Differences in uni-dimensional breathlessness measures and thresholds for clinical response in a randomised controlled trial in people with chronic breathlessness: an exploratory study
Authors: Ferreira Diana , Ekström Magnus , Louw Sandra , McCloud Philip , Johnson Miriam , Clark Katherine , Currow David 
Published: December 2024

IntroductionOptimally measuring improvements in chronic breathlessness in clinical practice and research continues to evolve. The aim of this study was to consider the performance of uni-dimensional measures inchronic breathlessness limiting exertion.MethodsWe report five measures of breathlessness (intensity:worst, bestandaveragein the previous 24 hours;breathlessness now; and an affective componentunpleasantness now) and two clinical thresholds over baseline on their 0–100 mm visual analogue scale (8.9 mm absolute improvement; and 15% relative improvement) collected in a multi-site, randomised, double-blind, parallel-arm, placebo-controlled trial of regular, low-dose, sustained-release morphine for people withchronic breathlessnesswith optimally treated underlying causes.ResultsParticipants (n=284) were mostly elderly men with severe, chronic breathlessness.Worst breathlessness in the previous 24 hoursshowed improvement in people with more severe breathlessness and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By contrast,breathlessness nowandaverage breathlessness in the previous 24 hoursgenerated similar patterns of response, as didunpleasantness nowandbreathlessness now. Best breathlessness added little value. The two clinical thresholds showed differing patterns of significance.DiscussionConsistent with other recent work, worst breathlessness may be an important uni-dimensional outcome in evaluating chronic breathlessness clinically and in research. This study does not support a differential between unpleasantness now and breathlessness now, previously observed in laboratory-generated, acute-on-chronic breathlessness. Timeframe for recall (now or the last 24 hours) and the threshold for a clinical meaningful improvement (absolute (8.9 mm) or relative (15%)) affect assessment performance.