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The Public Records (Scotland) Act 2011: creating a culture that values public records
Authors: Hagan Hugh Patrick 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
The Public Records (Scotland) Act 2011, implemented in January 2013, celebrated its 10th anniversary this year. This case study aims to examine the implementation of the Act. The Act was born out of the “Historical Abuse Systemic Review: Residential Schools and Children’s Homes in Scotland 1950–1995”, published in 2007. This review identified problems for care leavers and abuse survivors attempting to trace records about themselves, family members or medical issues. It demonstrated an urgent need to take action to preserve historical records and protect the information rights of Scottish citizens, particularly those of the most vulnerable. Scottish Ministers wanted the Act not just to regulate recordkeeping but to change the culture of recordkeeping. Is it doing this?

Design/methodology/approach
The Act’s guiding principle is continuous improvement. It does not presume records management perfection from public authorities but requires that they assess their arrangements, identify gaps in provision and deliver a commitment to close these gaps over time. This case study draws on the Keeper of the Records of Scotland’s strategy of affecting change through compliance, engagement and advocacy. We can evidence the impact of the legislation through the various tools created to support its administration: scrutiny mechanisms and statutory penalty embedded in the Act; evidence-based compliance under a “Records Management Plan” (RMP); stakeholder surgeries and conferences that address challenges, examine failings, learn from and share successes and explore development opportunities; Progress Update Review mechanism: a self-assessment tool from which we draw evidence of progress or lapses; and webinars and surveys to remain alert to stakeholder issues. Our engagement provides the qualitative and quantitative data required to accurately update Scottish Ministers.

Findings
Undeniably, the Act is making a difference. It has transformed the recordkeeping landscape in Scotland over the past decade. The legislation has given the Keeper of the Records of Scotland influence and has acted as a national lever for change. For example, an authority employing a records manager and establishing a support unit as a consequence of our address to its Board; and the NHS Scotland Records Management Group, established as a consequence of the Act, now advises NHS senior management.

Originality/value
There is no doubt about progress on the ground. However, because of the fiscal problems of the 2008 financial crisis, Brexit, COVID and the current cost-of-living crisis, public authority finances are extremely strained. What does this mean for Scottish Ministers’ ambition to change the culture of recordkeeping? What are the challenges for the next decade? Good recordkeeping is not only about efficiencies but about accountable, trustworthy and transparent government. Can the Act meet these challenges?
Multi-material bronze-steel plain bearings produced by laser-directed energy deposition
Authors: Perini Matteo , Silvestri Alessia Teresa 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This study aims to manufacture bimetallic bearings by achieving a sound deposition of bronze. Indeed, systems with rotating components use parts that reduce friction by allowing them to rotate freely. This is typically achieved with either rolling bearings or plain bearings. The last ones are usually made of self-lubricating materials, which may not excel in mechanical properties. An interesting alternative lies in bimetallic brass bearings, like bronze-steel combinations. However, they are limited in terms of available shapes and sizes due to challenges associated with the conventional manufacturing process.

Design/methodology/approach
This study addresses the problems of mechanical weakness and production limitations of conventional brass bearings by introducing the use of Hybrid Manufacturing techniques: Laser Directed Energy Deposition technology in combination with five-axis milling. Specifically, Cu89Sn11 was deposited on a C45 substrate by varying the number of layers, and based on the results obtained, two kinds of bimetallic bearings were produced.

Findings
The results of the one, two and five-layers samples indicate a sound deposition of Cu89Sn11, without defects such as detachments, cracks or porosities. The microhardness profile shows a decreasing trend from the substrate to the deposition zones. Bending and adhesion tests confirmed the excellent material bonding. Five-layers of Bronze were deposited on a C45 substrate to fabricate hemispherical and flat-face bearings.

Originality/value
This study validates the feasibility of expanding the new class of 3D-printed high-performance materials, highlighting the advantages of additive manufacturing technologies, such as the design and material mixing freedom, by manufacturing two kinds of bimetallic bearings.
Modelling of critical success factors to improve the supply chain resilience for sustainable construction sector
Authors: Singh Navdeep , Dixit Anuj , Ashish Deepankar Kumar 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThe construction industry has an intricate and constantly evolving supply chain (SC) that includes multiple stakeholders and processes. Enhancing SC resilience (SCR) is essential for promoting industry expansion and competitiveness. The SCR has attracted considerable interest because of the increasing worldwide challenges and threats facing SCs. This study introduces a conceptual framework for recognizing and classifying resilient supply chains’ critical success factors (CSFs) in sustainable construction.Design/methodology/approachThis research employs a sequential mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses. Initially, an extensive literature review and expert consultations were conducted to identify potential CSFs. The fuzzy decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (DEMATEL) method was then applied to classify these CSFs into cause-and-effect groups. To further analyse the interrelationships among the CSFs, interpretive structural modelling (ISM) was utilised, establishing a hierarchical framework. This integrated methodology provides a comprehensive understanding of the CSFs’ relative importance and their driving and dependence power, facilitating targeted interventions for enhancing supply chain resilience in the construction sector.FindingsThis integrated methodology establishes a hierarchical ranking of CSFs across five levels by revealing their causal interrelationships. The study addresses crucial SCR issues and provides actionable insights. The 17 finalized CSFs have 12 causal and five effect factors. The “safety measures and guidelines” have the highest driving potential, whereas the “availability of standardized materials/equipment” and “skilled human resources” depend highly on causal CSFs. The findings will offer a detailed perspective to narrow the gap between unsustainability and sustainability by enhancing the resilience of CSC.Practical implicationsIt offers a pragmatic framework for allocating resources and efforts to enhance the resilience of construction supply chains (CSCs). Policymakers can also use this study to create a more resilient SC for sustainable construction.Originality/valueThis study uniquely identifies and evaluates CSFs for SCR in the construction industry, providing a novel analysis of their driving power, dependence power and ranking. No previous studies have demonstrated such a comprehensive evaluation.
Woven: the intersections of disability and doctoral study, and the lives of students who navigate these intersections
Authors: Brown Kim , Sanderson Lara , Spronken-Smith Rachel , Cameron Claire 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to understand the experiences of disabled doctoral students at one Aotearoa New Zealand University, identifying barriers to accessibility and meaningful participation, and enabling practices.

Design/methodology/approach
This research was underpinned by the social model of disability and used an explanatory sequential mixed methods approach. A survey comprising closed and freeform questions was distributed to all doctoral students. From the 64 respondents, 12 also took part in an unstructured, narrative interview. Data were analysed using a combination of methods: descriptive statistics, thematic analysis and poetic inquiry.

Findings
Findings are presented mainly as data poetry. The poems centre on complexities faced by disabled doctoral students, and articulate challenges, enabling practices and possibilities for the future encountered by students in this study. Findings are additionally supported with quotes from narrative interviews, open-ended survey questions and descriptive data analysis.

Originality/value
The poetic inquiry approach gives voice to the collective experiences of disabled students. The poetic texts bear witness to the intersections of disability, impairment, chronic illness, neurodiversity and doctoral study, and the lives of students who navigate these intersections. These poems voice and seek to be lightning-rods for social change.
Levels of mandatory CSR compliance and the payoff: evidence from India
Authors: Iqbal Ubais Parayil , Mathew Jose Sobhith , Daniel Tilda Mary 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to examine the diverse levels of corporate social responsibility (CSR) expenditure among Indian companies and its influence on their performance. The study aims to determine whether exceeding the mandatory CSR spending limit provides an edge to companies that outperform in enhancing corporate firm value.

Design/methodology/approach
A dynamic model using system generalized method of moments (GMM) was used to analyze a balanced panel data set of 191 firms over seven years, spanning from 2016 to 2022. Return on assets was used as a proxy to gauge financial performance. At the same time, the study also examined the robustness of the results by considering return on equity and Tobin’s Q as additional measures.

Findings
The study results indicate that, in a mandatory CSR setting, all companies are generally perceived as performing and reporting on CSR equally. Hence, it will not make any payoff, although few companies outperform. Therefore, companies should differentiate themselves regarding CSR spending and reporting to claim a competitive advantage in the market. The study also suggests that the payoff of mandatory CSR expenditure for both performing and outperforming companies is reflected more in non-quantifiable firm characteristics than in measurable performance metrics.

Research limitations/implications
The period of study covers 7 years, i.e. 2015–2016 to 2022–2023. This may limit capturing long-term CSR practices and firm performance trends. Additionally, data from only 191 Indian companies restrict generalizability; future research should include diverse geographic regions with mandated CSR spending to provide a more comprehensive view. In subsequent studies, contextual factors like regulatory changes and macroeconomic conditions could be considered moderating variables.

Practical implications
The study provides valuable insights to top management, indicating that spending beyond the threshold limit of mandatory CSR spending does not enhance corporate firm value. Instead, this additional investment may yield benefits in the form of goodwill and reputation over the long term.

Social implications
This study assists corporations in optimizing their CSR strategies to enhance their social and financial performance impact. Moreover, the study suggests ways to improve the CSR payoff and the need for increasing stakeholder satisfaction.

Originality/value
The study provides original insights into the relationship between mandatory CSR spending and firm performance in the Indian context, revealing that CSR spending does not significantly impact financial metrics, and it highlights the importance of considering a non-quantitative matrix to enhance the firm value in a mandatory CSR setting.
Strategies to support mental health within a primary school setting
Authors: Whitley Daniel 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis article explores an insight into different teaching strategies implemented within two educational settings in year 1 classrooms. Since the Coronavirus pandemic, evidence states that children's mental health is declining highlighting the need to teach children how to gain a positive mindset. This article shall reflect on my practice, which used different self‐regulation strategies to improve a child's emotional intelligence and transfer their knowledge into real‐life practice. It shall reflect on the three primary methods I implemented into my year 1 classroom to create a safe learning environment: Self‐regulation, brain breaks and calm corners. These methods were implemented in two different year 1 classrooms across two different academic years. These strategies were embedded and adapted throughout the whole year, yet this article shall reflect on the evidence of the Autumn term in each academic year. The same strategies were implemented in both academic years to compare these strategies in two different educational settings. The Autumn term was chosen as the reflection period due to the transition from EYFS to Year 1 being a key factor in most children's mental health at that age.
Synergistic mechanisms of humic acid and biomineralization in cadmium remediation using Lysinibacillus fusiformis
Authors: Zhou Wei , Zhu Yaqi , Achal Varenyam 
Published: November 2024

AbstractHeavy metal pollution, particularly cadmium, poses severe environmental and health risks due to its high toxicity and mobility, necessitating effective remediation strategies. While both microbially induced carbonate precipitation (MICP) and humic acid adsorption are promising methods for heavy metal mitigation, their combined effects, particularly the influence of humic acid on the MICP process, have not been thoroughly investigated. This study explores the interaction between humic acid and MICP, revealing that humic acid significantly inhibits the MICP process by reducing urease activity, with the 10% humic acid treatment resulting in a 23.8% reduction in urease activity compared to the control. Additionally, while higher concentrations of humic acid did not significantly reduce cadmium ion concentrations, they did result in a slight increase in organically bound cadmium, indicating an interaction that could alter metal speciation in the soil. These findings provide important insights into the mechanisms by which humic acid affects MICP, offering a foundation for optimizing combined remediation approaches. Future research should aim to fine‐tune the balance between MICP and humic acid to enhance the overall efficiency of cadmium remediation strategies. This study contributes to the development of more effective and sustainable methods for addressing cadmium contamination.
Wolbachia in Antarctic terrestrial invertebrates: Absent or undiscovered?
Authors: Serga Svitlana , Kovalenko Pavlo A. , Maistrenko Oleksandr M. , Deconninck Gwenaëlle , Shevchenko Oleksandra , Iakovenko Nataliia , Protsenko Yurii , Susulovsky Andrij , Kaczmarek Łukasz , Pavlovska Mariia , Convey Peter , Kozeretska Iryna 
Published: November 2024

AbstractInteractions between a host organism and its associated microbiota, including symbiotic bacteria, play a crucial role in host adaptation to changing environmental conditions. Antarctica provides a unique environment for the establishment and maintenance of symbiotic relationships. One of the most extensively studied symbiotic bacteria in invertebrates is Wolbachia pipientis, which is associated with a wide variety of invertebrates. Wolbachia is known for manipulating host reproduction and having obligate or facultative mutualistic relationships with various hosts. However, there is a lack of clear understanding of the prevalence of Wolbachia in terrestrial invertebrates in Antarctica. We present the outcomes of a literature search for information on the occurrence of Wolbachia in each of the major taxonomic groups of terrestrial invertebrates (Acari, Collembola, Diptera, Rotifera, Nematoda, Tardigrada). We also performed profiling of prokaryotes based on three marker genes and Kraken2 in available whole genome sequence data obtained from Antarctic invertebrate samples. We found no reports or molecular evidence of Wolbachia in these invertebrate groups in Antarctica. We discuss possible reasons underlying this apparent absence and suggest opportunities for more targeted future research to confirm bacteria's presence or absence.
Using unmanned aerial vehicles to estimate body volume at scale for ecological monitoring
Authors: Stone Thomas C. , Davis Katrina J. 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Demographic data are essential to construct mechanistic models to understand how populations change over time and in response to global threats like climate change. Existing demographic data are either lacking or insufficient for many species, particularly those that are challenging to obtain direct measurements from that can be used to estimate demographic rates, like marine mammals. A method for collecting accurate demographic data to construct robust demographic models at scale would fill this knowledge gap for difficult‐to‐access species.

We introduce a novel, non‐invasive method to estimate the 3D body size (volume) of pinnipeds (seals, sea lions and walruses) that will allow monitoring at high spatial and temporal scales. Our method integrates 3D structure‐from‐motion photogrammetry data collected via planned flight missions using off‐the‐shelf, multirotor unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). We apply and validate this method on the grey seal Halichoerus grypus, a pinniped species that spends much of its time at sea but is predictably observable during its annual breeding season. We investigate the optimal ground sampling distance (GSD) for surveys by calculating the success rates and accuracy of volume estimates of individuals at different altitudes.

Based on current technology, we establish an optimal GSD of at least 0.8 cm px−1 for animals similar in size to UK grey seals (~1.2–2.5 m length), making our method reproducible and applicable to other species. We found volume estimates were accurate and could be successfully estimated for up to 68% of hauled‐out seals in study areas.

Our method accurately estimates individual body volume of pinnipeds in a time‐ and cost‐effective manner while minimising disturbance. While the approach is applied to pinnipeds here, the method could be adapted to further taxa that are otherwise challenging to obtain direct measurements from. Our proposed approach therefore has the potential to fill demographic research gaps, which will improve our ability to protect and conserve species into the future.
Multi‐domain predictors of grip strength differentiate individuals with and without alcohol use disorder
Authors: Paschali Magdalini , Zhao Qingyu , Sassoon Stephanie A. , Pfefferbaum Adolf , Sullivan Edith V. , Pohl Kilian M. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractGrip strength is considered one of the simplest and reliable indices of general health. Although motor ability and strength are commonly affected in people with alcohol use disorder (AUD), factors predictive of grip strength decline in AUD have not been investigated. Here, we employed a data‐driven analysis predicting grip strength from measurements in 53 controls and 110 AUD participants, 53 of whom were comorbid with HIV infection. Controls and AUD were matched on sex, age, and body mass index. Measurements included commonly available metrics of brain structure, neuropsychological functioning, behavioural status, haematological and health status, and demographics. Based on 5‐fold stratified cross‐validation, a machine learning approach predicted grip strength separately for each cohort. The strongest (top 10%) predictors of grip were then tested against grip strength with correlational analysis. Leading grip strength predictors for both cohorts were cerebellar volume and mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration. Predictors specific to controls were Backwards Digit Span, precentral gyrus volume, diastolic blood pressure, and mean platelet volume, which together significantly predicted grip strength (R2 = 0.255, p = 0.001). Unique predictors for AUD were comorbidity for HIV infection, social functioning, insular volume, and platelet count, which together significantly predicted grip strength (R2 = 0.162, p = 0.002). These cohort‐specific predictors were doubly dissociated. Salient predictors of grip strength differed by diagnosis with only modest overlap. The constellation of cohort‐specific predictive measurements of compromised grip strength provides insight into brain, behavioural, and physiological factors that may signal subtly affected yet treatable processes of physical decline and frailty.
Methotrexate and cytarabine in adult LCH: High risk, high reward and maintenance free?
Authors: Abeykoon Jithma P. , Go Ronald S. , Azoulay Levi‐Dan , Haroche Julien 
Published: November 2024

Lin et al. report the long‐term follow‐up of a phase II trial involving 95 adult patients with Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH), investigating the combination of methotrexate and cytarabine (MA). After a median follow‐up of 6.5 years, the study showed high response rates, with 90% overall response; 55% of patients free from an event such as disease progression, poor response or death; and 93% of patients were alive, though nearly half experienced febrile neutropenia. This prospective study helps fill gaps in understanding adult LCH treatment, indicating that fixed‐duration chemotherapy can yield durable responses despite its associated risks. It emphasizes the importance of personalized treatment decisions, considering both fixed‐duration chemotherapy and continuous targeted agents based on patient and disease‐specific factors.Commentary on: Lin et al. Long term follow‐up of methotrexate and cytarabine in adult patients with Langerhans cell histiocytosis. Br J Haematol 2025; 206:576‐584.
The role of surface and structural similarities in the retrieval of realistic perceptual events
Authors: Raynal Lucas , Clément Evelyne , Sander Emmanuel 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis study investigated whether structural similarities (i.e. abstract frames, e.g. once bitten twice shy) can prevail over surface similarities (i.e. contexts, e.g. restaurant) in driving the retrieval of realistic events involving dynamic, multimodal and perceptually crowded data. After watching an initial set of video clips, participants had to indicate whether a new video clip, that shared surface similarities with an initial event and structural similarities with another one, elicited a retrieval. The results of Experiment 1A showed that retrieval was more likely to be elicited by structural rather than by surface similarities. Experiment 1B confirmed that the surface similarities manipulated in this study were strong enough to elicit substantial retrievals when the competing structural match was neutralized. The pattern of results obtained in Experiment 1A remained unchanged when the number of unrelated video clips within the initial set was increased. The findings suggest that structurally based retrievals still prevail when familiar structures underlie realistic perceptual events. They open new perspectives regarding the settings that promote structurally based retrievals in educational contexts where unfamiliar principles are introduced.