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Framework for collaborative local climate adaptation scenario development- nexus between climate resilience, public health service and spatial planning
Authors: Puntub Wiriya , Greiving Stefan , Birkmann Joern 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
The interaction between urban development and climate change significantly impacts local public health services. Unfortunately, cities and involved institutions often fail to prioritize and integrate spatial planning when dealing with these unprecedented future challenges. This study aims to offer Health Integrative Climate Resilience and Adaptation Future (HICRAF), an innovative planning framework that systematically operationalizes future climate risks and their impact on local public health services.

Design/methodology/approach
HICRAF is developed based on the intermix of explorative and normative scenario planning approaches. Mixed methods of quantitative and qualitative techniques were applied to develop and operationalize the local climate adaptation scenarios through stakeholder participation. The framework demonstrates how different methods and scales (spatial and temporal) can be linked to exhibit climate risk outcomes of different future pathways.

Findings
The practicality of HICRAF was demonstrated in Khon Kaen city, where it bridged the gaps between global climate trajectories and local climate adaptation scenarios. It also highlights the need to consider intertwining spatial and systemic risks in local infrastructure operations. Although HICRAF has gained political buy-in and fostered the establishment of stakeholder discourse on climate-resilient futures, further research is needed to enhance its robustness and replicability.

Originality/value
This paper proposes a novel planning framework, HICRAF, that can systematically operationalize the future challenges of unprecedented climate change and urban development changes for the local public health service. The demonstration of HICRAF in Khon Kaen city provides empirical evidence of its implementability and upscaling potential.
Exploring the links between human resources and Triple-A supply chain capabilities
Authors: Alfalla-Luque Rafaela , Marin-Garcia Juan A. , Machuca Jose A.D. , Díaz-Curbelo Alina 
Published: November 2024

PurposeTo explore the role of human resources (HR), specifically ability, motivation and opportunity practices (AMO) framework and supply chain orientation top management support (SCO-TMS), in driving the dynamic capabilities of the Triple-A (agility, adaptability and alignment), which help to overcome the challenges faced by global supply chains (SC).Design/methodology/approachA survey is answered by managers from different functions in a sample of 287 manufacturing plants (three manufacturing sectors) and 14 countries (nine developed and five developing). The database is analyzed by PLS-SEM. In-sample and out-of-sample model predictive capacity is assessed by PLSPredict and CVPAT. A multigroup analysis (MGA) has been done to assess the possible influence of the countries’ economic development context in the model.FindingsThis research confirms significant positive relationships between AMO and SCO-TMS and AAA capabilities, with SCO-TMS showing a stronger relationship. This highlights the importance of HR aspects (AMO and SCO-TMS) as drivers of Triple-A SC, and particularly the importance of top management’s strategic vision to support SCO and develop collaborative relationships with suppliers and customers. The wide multi-country/multi-sector sample, reinforced by a good model’s in-sample and out-of-sample predictive capacity, makes these results more reliable and generalizable to other settings than other research in the field.Practical implicationsManagers are encouraged to develop AMO practices and SCO-TMS (focusing on SCO-TMS as the main lever) to enhance Triple-A SC capabilities. The analysis of the country’s economic development context still encourages the use of SCO-TMS as the main lever since its effect is higher than that of AMO. This knowledge is crucial to improving the allocation of limited resources toward developing appropriate capabilities.Originality/valueFollowing the DCV and ROT perspectives, this research pioneers the analysis of HR practices (AMO) and SCO-TMS as antecedents of the Triple-A SC capabilities, making relevant contributions to the knowledge on the drivers of these relevant dynamic capabilities, an area with limited prior research.
25 Years of scholarly accounting research on the GCC region: looking back for future research roadmap
Authors: Tahat Yasean A. , Hassanein Ahmed , ElMelegy Ahmed R. , Al Hajj Raghid 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis study aims to provide an exhaustive review and analysis of accounting research conducted on the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.Design/methodology/approachThe study combines bibliometric and content analysis techniques to analyze 811 Scopus peer-reviewed research articles from 1998 to 2023, written by 1,195 authors. It quantifies the annual scientific production, examines the main publication venues, visualizes collaboration and various bibliometric networks, identifies thematic research categories and provides a roadmap for future research directions.FindingsThe findings reveal phenomenal progress in accounting research on the GCC countries, evidenced by an increased number of peer-reviewed articles, scholars and countries involved. Likewise, a “homophily impact” exists among the productive authors, meaning they share a disciplinary or thematic similarity in their research interests. Besides, there is an apparent weakness in the research collaboration between GCC countries and their global counterparts. Furthermore, four main broad thematic categories of accounting research on the GCC countries were identified: (1) corporate governance, (2) Islamic banks, (3) corporate social responsibility and (4) intellectual capital. Building on the findings, we formulated a comprehensive agenda for guiding future research directions.Originality/valueThis study is the first to thoroughly evaluate accounting research within the GCC countries, utilizing a large sample of 811 peer-reviewed research papers indexed in Scopus from 1998 to 2023. The results are helpful, offer valuable insights and pave the way for future research avenues.
Controlling shareholders’ equity pledges and properties of analysts’ earnings forecasts
Authors: Kent Richard , Long Wenbin , Yang Yupeng , Yao Daifei 
Published: November 2024

PurposeWe adopt an information risk view and argue that higher levels of pledge risk incurred by insiders incentivize opportunistic financial disclosure and impair the quality of information available to analysts to forecast firm performance.Design/methodology/approachWe sample Chinese listed companies from 2010 to 2022. Following the literature, we apply established models to measure and test analysts’ forecasting accuracy/dispersion related to controlling shareholders pledging equity and the amount of margin call pressure. Analyst characteristics and nonfinancial disclosures proxied by CSR reports are also examined as factors likely to influence the relationship between pledge risk and analysts’ forecast quality.FindingsWe find that analysts’ earnings predictions are less accurate and more dispersed as the proportion of shares pledged (pledge ratio) increases and in combination with greater margin call pressure. Pledge ratios are significantly associated with several information risk proxies (i.e. earnings permanence, accruals quality, audit quality, financial restatements, related party transactions and internal control weaknesses), validating the channel through which equity pledges undermine analysts’ forecast quality. The results also demonstrate that forecast quality declines for a wide variety of analysts’ attributes, including high- and low-quality analysts and analysts from small and large brokerage firms. Importantly, nonfinancial disclosures, as proxied by CSR reporting, improve analysts’ forecasts.Originality/valueWe extend the literature by demonstrating that incremental pledge risk increases non-diversifiable information risk; all non-pledging shareholders pay a premium through more diverse and less accurate earnings forecasts. Our study provides important policy implications with economically significant costs to investors associated with insider equity pledges. Our results highlight the benefits of nonfinancial disclosures in China, which has implications for the current debate on the global convergence of CSR reporting.
Between responsive gestures and adaptive actions: deciphering the differential impact of CSR strategies on stock market performance
Authors: Kumar Sonal , Ravi Rahul , Basu Nilanjan 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis paper offers a fresh perspective on this debate by exploring the direct relationship between a firm’s stock price performance and its CSR activities, placing particular emphasis on the underlying intent or motive behind the CSR initiatives.Design/methodology/approachThis research examines the relationship between a firm’s stock price and its corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities, distinguishing between responsive and adaptive CSR. While responsive CSR, often a response to negative events, elicits immediate positive stock performance, adaptive CSR initially triggers negative stock performance. However, long-term analysis reveals adaptive CSR leads to positive stock performance, especially for family firms. The study challenges the notion of market myopia, suggesting the market values responsive CSR in the short term but recognizes the long-term benefits of adaptive CSR over time. Clear communication about adaptive CSR intentions and benefits may help in accurate market valuation.FindingsThis research examines the relationship between a firm’s stock price and its CSR activities, distinguishing between responsive and adaptive CSR. While responsive CSR, often a response to negative events, elicits immediate positive market reactions, adaptive CSR initially triggers negative reactions. However, long-term analysis reveals adaptive CSR leads to positive returns, especially for family firms.Practical implicationsThe study challenges the notion of market myopia, suggesting the market values responsive CSR in the short term but recognizes the long-term benefits of adaptive CSR over time. Clear communication about adaptive CSR intentions and benefits may help in accurate market valuation.Originality/valueFirst, it expands on previous studies by exploring how the different motivations behind CSR activities lead to varying effects on stock returns. Second, it sheds new light on the subject of market myopia. The findings demonstrate that adaptive CSR initiatives can initially trigger market reactions similar to those caused by perceived over-investment, in contrast to the more favorable response to responsive CSR activities.
Post-recovery behavioral outcome in service recovery: a conditional mediation perspective
Authors: Rokonuzzaman Md , Mollah Muhammad , Harun Ahasan 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis article delves into a theoretical framework evaluating the outcomes of justice perception (JP) on post-complaint behaviors. In addition, this article intends to facilitate service strategists to tailor service recovery efforts to attain a competitive gain.Design/methodology/approachWe explored the complex relationships between JP and positive word-of-mouth (PWOM), evaluating the role of recovery disconfirmation (RD) as a mediator and also exploring factors that work as moderators. Data were collected in three different studies (Study 1: survey in banking service, Study 2a: experiment in hotel service and Study 2b: experiment in banking service) and were evaluated through the regression-based analysis.FindingsFindings show that the link between JP and PWOM is mediated by RD. Moreover, the attitude toward complaining, failure severity and cognitive reappraisal function as moderators in affecting the behavioral consequences of JP.Originality/valueIn contrast to existing research discussing similar topics, in this article, exclusive focus is given on the moderation and mediation impacts for hypotheses evaluation. Thus, the outcomes from our studies provide a strategic outline for managing service failures by enhancing customer interactions, creating opportunities for competitive gain.
An investigation into the effect of CoCrMo powder characteristics on the powder bed density in laser-based powder bed fusion units
Authors: Kloppers Cornelius P. , de Beer Deon J. 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
The increased use cases for laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) in the research and commercial domains necessitate a better understanding of the inputs and the processing parameters. Porosity in parts manufactured by LPBF could lead to premature failure and increased cost. The powder bed, which is selectively laser melted, must be as densely packed as possible to ensure high-density parts. This paper aims to identify and qualify the variables that affect the packing density of the powder bed.

Design/methodology/approach
Six different independent variables that affect the packing density of the powder were identified and quantified. The chemical composition, true powder density, powder size distribution, powder circularity and convexity and powder morphology were studied. A powder bed density capsule was printed in place to determine the actual powder bed density in the LPBF unit.

Findings
Particle size destitution is the most critical aspect of the packing density in the LPBF unit. Powder with better circularity, convexity and higher powder density has proven to pack less densely than powder with many smaller particles. A more significant number of fine particles will ensure the voids between larger particles are filled, and a denser item, with less porosity, can be manufactured.

Originality/value
The independent variables quantified in this study to determine their effect on the packing densities are discussed. Adherence to the ASTM standard applicable to this industry is discussed, and the quantification method is evaluated. This work’s original contribution is identifying the effect of the ratio of D90 to D10 values based on particle diameter and its interaction within the LPBF unit to result in the highest possible packing density.
Wettability and microstructure transformations of YAG ceramic brazing to kovar alloy with AgCuTi filler alloy
Authors: Lin Wei , Wang Cheng , Zou Qingyi , Lei Min , Li Yulong 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to conduct work to obtain high-quality brazed joint of YAG ceramic and kovar alloy.

Design/methodology/approach
Wetting and spreading behavior of AgCuTi filler alloy on YAG ceramic and kovar alloy under vacuum (2∼3 × 10–4 Pa) and argon conditions was investigated and compared. Then, YAG ceramic was brazed to kovar alloy under a high vacuum of 2∼3 × 10–4 Pa; the influence of holding time on the interface structure of the joint was investigated.

Findings
The wettability of AgCuTi on YAG is poor in the argon atmosphere, the high oxygen content in the reaction layer hinders the formation of the TiY2O5 reaction layer, thereby impeding the wetting of AgCuTi on YAG; in the vacuum, a contact angle (?=16.6°) is obtained by wetting AgCuTi filler alloy on the YAG substrate; the microstructure of the YAG/AgCuTi/kovar brazed joint is characterized to be YAG/Y2O3/(Fe, Ni)Ti/Ag(s, s) + Cu(s, s)/Fe2Ti + Ni3Ti/Fe2Ti/kovar; at 870 °C for the holding time of 10 min, a (Fe, Ni) Ti layer of approximately 1.8 µm is formed on the YAG side.

Originality/value
Wetting and spreading behavior of the brazing filler alloy under different conditions and the influence of the holding time on the interface microstructure of the joint were studied to provide references for obtaining high-quality brazed joints.
Environmental conditions affect the allelopathic potential of three invasive alien plants species in North‐Eastern France
Authors: Talmot Victor , Hardion Laurent , Sexton Aaron , Jumeau Jonathan , Jugieau Enzo , Staentzel Cybill 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Invasive alien plants species (IAPs) pose significant challenges worldwide, affecting the economy, public health and biodiversity conservation. Their global success can be partially attributed to the release of new exogenous molecules into the environment, known as allelochemicals. The synthesis and concentration of these compounds in vivo are referred to as the allelopathic potential, which exhibits plasticity in response to the environment. Here, we investigated how the expression of this allelopathic potential of three IAPs in Alsace, North‐Eastern (NE) France, responds to various environmental variables.

Phytotoxicity tests were conducted to evaluate the root length in two target species: Lactuca sativa and either Medicago sativa or Bromus catharticus, measuring the allelopathic potential expression of the IAPs. The tests utilized leaves collected from multiple IAP populations in the fields. At each sampling site, a total of 22 environmental variables were recorded, encompassing diverse factors across five categories, including micro‐environmental parameters, land cover, soil properties, ecological indicator values and climate. Additionally, genetic analysis was conducted to characterize the genetic diversity of each IAP.

The three IAPs under investigation exhibited varying levels of genetic diversity. We found one unique genotype for Ailanthus altissima, six different genotypes for Phytolacca americana and 10 genotypes for the Reynoutria spp. complex, with a majority one corresponding to Reynoutria japonica. Each IAP species presents an environmental plasticity, higher for A. altissima and P. americana than R. japonica, regarding their allelopathic potential expression. A variety of environmental factors contributed to this plasticity, with effect on the expression of allelopathic potential specific to the IAP species studied.

Synthesis: Overall, the findings highlighted the significant role of environmental variables in influencing the allelopathic potential expression, with varying degrees of impact depending on the species under study. Understanding how environmental conditions affect the production of allelochemicals provides valuable insights for managing these invasive alien plant species. This knowledge can guide the prioritization of interventions for controlling the most competitive invasive populations.
Genital lacerations following sexual assault and consensual sexual intercourse: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Crawford Leah S. , Downing Nancy R. , Famurewa Abimbola D. , Markowitz Jenifer R. , Han Gang 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe identification of genital injuries during a medical‐forensic examination may impact the investigation and prosecution of sexual assault. The purpose of this meta‐analysis was to compare prevalence of genital lacerations (or tears) in persons reporting consensual versus non‐consensual vaginal penetration. We hypothesized there would be greater prevalence of genital injuries in the non‐consensual group. We searched PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science, and gray literature for relevant observational case–control studies. Relative risk (RR) ratios using Mantel–Haenszel method were calculated to compare prevalence of genital lacerations between patients reporting consensual versus non‐consensual penetration. Mantel–Haenszel chi‐square tested significance and Cochran's Q determined between‐study heterogeneity. In all studies, genital injuries were observed in both groups. The overall RR of 1.26 indicated a 26% greater risk of genital lacerations in the non‐consensual group compared to the consensual group (p = 0.003). Study heterogeneity was 54% (p = 0.05). Findings suggest a greater likelihood of observing genital lacerations in persons reporting non‐consensual vaginal penetration. High heterogeneity reflects variations between studies regarding provider education and training, visualization techniques, patient characteristics, time between assault and examination, and documentation practices. A major limitation is the lack of observer blinding creating potential bias. Findings support the need to standardize genital visualization techniques and documentation in sexual assault medical forensic examinations. Healthcare providers conducting medical forensic examinations must understand the limitations of studies comparing non‐consensual and consensual injury findings if asked to provide information or testimony on this topic.
Game target‐group: Implementing inhomogeneous Poisson point process to estimate animal abundance from harvest data
Authors: Fernández‐López Javier , Acevedo Pelayo , Illanas Sonia , Blanco‐Aguiar Jose Antonio , Vicente Joaquín , Gimenez Olivier 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Harvest data have the potential to be used as an abundance index due to its widespread availability and long‐term collection across large geographical areas. However, challenges such as the lack of hunting effort information, varying data resolutions and reporting biases hinder its direct use as an abundance proxy.

Here, we present the game target‐group, a statistical approach based on a thinned inhomogeneous Poisson point process, to estimate animal abundance at fine‐scale resolution from hunting data. We employ a Bayesian hierarchical framework to borrow information from harvest data on related species to overcome issues due to the lack of hunting management information. We conducted a simulation study to explore model performance and parameter identifiability under different scenarios (sample size, species catchability/abundance and unmodelled heterogeneity) and assessed the method on a real case study with four species in central Spain.

The simulation study confirmed that with a large enough sample size (n > 5000), high catchability and lack of unmodelled heterogeneity in the abundance process, the model was able to obtain unbiased estimations for total abundance parameters. In the case study, our model successfully captured species‐habitat relationships and produced reliable estimates of total abundance at regional scale. Internal validation with independent test data and external validation with fieldwork data confirmed the model's ability to predict hunting yields and estimate species total abundance accurately.

Our approach provides a flexible and valuable tool for large‐scale monitoring programs relying on harvest data with potential applications in wildlife management and conservation. However, the method should be applied with caution when there is unmodelled heterogeneity, low catchability or the sample size is small (<5000).