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A comprehensive methodology for setting up rural electrifications with minimum budgets on indigenous villages in Malaysia
Authors: Soon Kok Yew , Chua Kein Huat , Lim Yun Seng , Wang Li 
Published: June 2019

Purpose
This paper aims to propose a comprehensive methodology for setting up rural electrifications for indigenous villages with minimum budgets and the lowest possible cost of electricity (COE). The electricity accessibility of rural area in Malaysia is not fully covered and the cost of extending the grid to these areas can be high as RM 2.7m per km. Lack of vigorous policies and economic attraction of the rural areas are also the main barriers to rural electrification. Electricity is an essential element of economic activities and the lack of electricity exacerbates poverty and contributes to its perpetuation. Therefore, a hybrid standalone power system can be an alternative solution for the rural electrification. A hybrid standalone power system is studied to investigate the potential of the implementation and the budget required.

Design/methodology/approach
A site survey has been carried out in a village in Peninsular Malaysia, namely, Kampung Ulu Lawin Selatan. A standalone hybrid system is modeled in HOMER Pro software and the data collected from the selected site are used to obtain the system configuration with the lowest COE. The load following and cycle charging energy dispatch methods are compared to identify the optimal system configuration that yields the lowest COE. The diesel generator-only system is chosen as a benchmark for comparisons.

Findings
The results show that the hybrid system constituted from the diesel generator, photovoltaic (PV), micro-hydro and energy storage using the load following energy dispatch method yields the lowest COE of RM 0.519 per kWh. The COE of the hybrid system is 378 per cent lower than that of the diesel generator-only system. The lead-acid energy storage system (ESS) is able to reduce 40 per cent of COE as compared to the system without ESS.

Originality/value
The results indicate that the COE of the diesel-micro hydro-PV-ESS system with load following dispatch strategy is RM 0.519 per kWh, and this value is 35 per cent higher than the average electricity price in Malaysia. However, it is important to note that the costs of extending the grid to the rural area are not taken into account. If this cost is considered into the electricity price, then the standalone hybrid power system proposed by this study is still a competitive alternative for rural electrification.
Forecasting the wind power generation using Box–Jenkins and hybrid artificial intelligence
Authors: Jafarian-Namin Samrad , Goli Alireza , Qolipour Mojtaba , Mostafaeipour Ali , Golmohammadi Amir-Mohammad 
Published: June 2019

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to forecast wind power generation in an area through different methods, and then, recommend the most suitable one using some performance criteria.

Design/methodology/approach
The Box–Jenkins modeling and the Neural network modeling approaches are applied to perform forecasting for the last 12 months.

Findings
The results indicated that among the tested artificial neural network (ANN) model and its improved model, artificial neural network-genetic algorithm (ANN-GA) with RMSE of 0.4213 and R2 of 0.9212 gains the best performance in prediction of wind power generation values. Finally, a comparison between ANN-GA and ARIMA method confirmed a far superior power generation prediction performance for ARIMA with RMSE of 0.3443 and R2 of 0.9480.

Originality/value
Performance of the ARIMA method is evaluated in comparison to several types of ANN models including ANN, and its improved model using GA as ANN-GA and particle swarm optimization (PSO) as ANN-PSO.
Impact mechanism of direct supervisor’s leadership behaviors on employees’ extended use of information technologies
Authors: Shao Zhen 
Published: June 2019

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the mediating effect of job autonomy on the relationship between direct supervisor’s transformational leadership behaviors and employees’ extended use of information technologies (IT). In addition, this study considers IT innovativeness as a significant moderator in the research model, in order to examine if the relative influences of leadership behaviors on IT extended use are contingent upon employees’ IT innovativeness.Design/methodology/approachA field survey was conducted in China and empirical data were collected from 299 employees who use IT in support of daily work. Structural equation modeling technique was used to examine the research model and corresponding hypotheses.FindingsThe empirical results indicate that: three dimensions of transformational leadership, specifically interpersonal consideration, intellectual stimulation and inspirational motivation, are significant antecedents of employees’ IT extended use; perceived job autonomy partially mediates the relationships between transformational leadership behaviors and IT extended use; and employees’ IT innovativeness positively moderates the effects of transformational leadership behaviors on IT extended use.Practical implicationsThis study can provide first-line managers with a better understanding of how to stimulate employees to make an extended use of IT by granting them more freedom in job assignments. Furthermore, the managers also need attend to subordinates’ personal IT innovativeness when exhibiting transformational leadership behaviors.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the extant literature of IT extended use through the lens of transformational leadership and job characteristics theory. In particular, this study identifies the boundary condition of the proposed research model by uncovering the moderating effect of IT innovativeness between transformational leadership behaviors and IT extended use.
Determinants of halal-food consumption in Indonesia
Authors: Vanany Iwan , Soon Jan Mei , Maryani Anny , Wibawa Berto Mulia 
Published: June 2019

Purpose
Indonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world and represents a significant global-market opportunity for halal food producers. Surprisingly, halal-food consumption in Indonesia remains under-researched. Thus, this study aims to investigate the factors influencing consumers’ halal-food consumption, using an extended theory of planned behaviour (TPB) model.

Design/methodology/approach
Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire distributed among 418 consumers in Surabaya, Indonesia. Multiple regression analysis was used to describe the TPB relationship and halal-food consumption.

Findings
This study successfully extended the TPB to include additional predictors: perceived awareness, habit, religious self-identity (RSI), moral obligations and trust to determine consumers’ intention in halal-food consumption. Attitudes, RSI and moral obligations were significant predictors of intention to consume halal food.

Practical implications
The findings can be used by the government and food producers to target specific factors, especially positive attitudes, RSI and moral obligations. Indonesia Ulama Council (Majelis Ulama Indonesia), the food industry and the media play a critical role in sustaining consumers’ positive attitude towards halal-food consumption. It is critical for food manufacturers to tailor their marketing strategies and consider promoting Islamic dietary rules when promoting their food products.

Originality/value
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is one of the first attempts to investigate the determinants of halal-food consumption, using an extended TPB in Indonesia.
Analysing barriers towards management of Halal supply chain: a BWM approach
Authors: Khan Mohd Imran , Khan Shahbaz , Haleem Abid 
Published: June 2019

Purpose
Assurance of Halal integrity up to the consumption point requires a supply chain approach. Credence quality attributes of Halal products make adoption and management of Halal practices along the whole supply chain a challenging task. This paper aims to explore and evaluate the barriers in the management of the Halal supply chain.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper reviews the contemporary literature regarding Halal and management of Halal supply chain and subsequently identifies significant barriers towards managing the Halal supply chain. Further, these barriers are examined quantitatively using Best Worst Method.

Findings
This study has established significant barriers to Halal supply chain management. Moreover, prioritisation of barriers gives a hierarchy to mitigate these significant barriers. The analysis suggests that reduced demand for Halal products is the highly weighted barrier. Improper laws to regulate the Halal industry and lack of policy framework are hindering the effective management of the Halal supply chain.

Research limitations/implications
This study explored a limited number of barriers; it may be possible that some barriers might not have captured. Further, the identified barriers are generic and validated in the context of multicultural societies. Expert opinion has been used to obtain the weight of barriers which may be biased.

Originality/value
To the best of author’s knowledge, no study has categorically explored and presented a holistic framework to mitigate barriers of managing Halal practices in the supply chain.
Anti-money laundering developments in Iran
Authors: Salehi Mahdi , Molla Imeny Vahid 
Published: June 2019

PurposeMoney laundering has become a global concern in recent years, and many countries attempt to employ some preventive measures to cope with this phenomenon. Anti-money laundering (AML) controls vary in different countries, and consequently many studies, to date, have taken account of these differences along with the AML efforts. In this regard, financial institutions play an important role to tackle money laundering by involving in all three stages of money laundering (placement, layering and integration). The purpose of this paper is to investigate the AML situation of the Iranian banks and also study some related variables.Design/methodology/approachUsing the Wolfsberg questionnaire, a survey consisting of 24 Iranian authorized banks in 2017 was conducted.FindingsWe conclude that Iranian banks have proper AML controls in place. Furthermore, it is concluded that banks with more staffs and more experienced employees are more likely to establish strong AML controls; conversely, banks with more branches are less likely to set up strong AML controls.Originality/valueThe present study is the first study conducted in Iran, and the outcomes of the study may be helpful to the Iranian and also International Banking System to establish stronger AML controls.
Potential application ofIstisna’financing in Malaysia
Authors: Hasmawati Anisza , Mohamad Azhar 
Published: June 2019

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the potential application ofIstisna’financing in Malaysia.Design/methodology/approachUsing primary data from semi-structured interviews with 17 participants, including Islamic financial institutions (IFIs), regulatory body and property development companies, the findings of the study suggest thatIstisna’is perceived as a good contract that has unique features and the potential to be implemented in Malaysia; although, it has only been implemented a little by current businesses, mainly due to its perceived high risks.FindingsThe authors find there is a gap between the theory and the actual operation of IFIs in Malaysia – some salient features of an Islamic contract are actually difficult to execute in reality as there are many factors to be considered, such as default risk inIstisna’, legal issues and accounting treatment ofIstisna’contract. This study recommends the further development ofIstisna’in Malaysia due to its huge potential in the Islamic financial market there.Practical implicationsIstisna’is a unique type of sale contract that is used in the manufacturing sectors where the sale of a commodity is transacted before the commodity exists. In practice, data from the Central Bank of Malaysia show thatIstisna’financing is scarce.Originality/valueThe study differs from previous research studies onIstisna’– to the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study to provide evidence the real thoughts of IFIs with regard onIstisna’specifically and IFIs’ operations in general. Previous studies related toIstisna’have limited scopes, as they have mainly explored the theoretical nature of the contract, issues of permissibility from theShariahperspective and its comparability with other IFIs product such as Salam. In this study, from respondents’ views, the authors notice actually there is a gap between theory and the real practice of Islamic finance. An Islamic finance instrument may be an ideal choice to customers but not very popular from IFIs’ sides. In this respect, the authors add to the growing literature ofIstisna’by asking the direct questions to IFIs and the authors get honest responses pertaining to default risk, legal issues and accounting treatment.
New instruments for water management in Brazil
Authors: Breviglieri Gustavo Velloso , Osório Guarany Ipê do Sol , Lefèvre Guilherme Borba 
Published: June 2019

Purpose
This paper aims to explore the possible uses of economic instruments, other than water tariffs, to assist water management policy in Brazil. In particular, the paper focuses attention toward markets for use rights.

Design/methodology/approach
The research is based on water resources specialists’ opinions and perceptions, collected through surveys (Delphi method) and a focus group, to understand if such an instrument is desirable and which roles could it play within Brazilian water basins.

Findings
Results suggest there is room and utility for markets for water use rights, although mostly on a temporary basis, localized, predominantly dealing with scarcity events and in conjunction with the other instruments under Brazil’s National Water Policy.

Originality/value
Given the persistence of scarcity events in the country, the research represents a first step to understand if new instruments for water management are politically feasible and contribute to better delineate future investigations applied to specific water basins and their local conditions.
Antibacterial activity of disodium succinoyl glycyrrhetinate, a derivative of glycyrrhetinic acid against Streptococcus mutans
Authors: Yamashita Takahito , Kawada‐Matsuo Miki , Katsumata Tamaki , Watanabe Atsuko , Oogai Yuichi , Nishitani Yoshihiro , Miyawaki Shouichi , Komatsuzawa Hitoshi 
Published: June 2019

AbstractStreptococcus mutans is a cariogenic bacterium that localizes in the oral cavity. Glycyrrhetinic acid (GRA) is a major component of licorice extract. GRA and several derivatives, including disodium succinoyl glycyrrhetinate (GR‐SU), are known to have anti‐inflammatory effects in humans. In this study, the antimicrobial effect of GRA and its derivatives against the S. mutans UA159 strain were investigated. Minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of GRA and GR‐SU showed antibacterial activity against the S. mutans strain, whereas other tested derivatives did not. Because GR‐SU is more soluble than GRA, GR‐SU was used for further experiments. The antibacterial activity of GR‐SU against 100 S. mutans strains was evaluated and it was found that all strains are susceptible to GR‐SU, with MIC values below 256 µg/mL. A cell viability assay showed that GR‐SU has a bacteriostatic effect on S. mutans cells. As to growth kinetics, sub‐MICs of GR‐SU inhibited growth. The effect of GR‐SU on S. mutans virulence was then investigated. GR‐SU at sub‐MICs suppresses biofilm formation. Additionally, GR‐SU greatly suppresses the pH drop caused by the addition of glucose and glucose‐induced expression of the genes responsible for acid production (ldh and pykF) and tolerance (aguD and atpD). Additionally, expression of enolase, which is responsible for the carbohydrate phosphotransferase system, was not increased in the presence of GR‐SU, indicating that GR‐SU suppresses incorporation of sugars into S. mutans. In conclusion, GR‐SU has antibacterial activity against S. mutans and also decreases S. mutans virulence.
Agricultural Adaptation to Drought for Different Cropping Systems in Southern China under Climate Change
Authors: Zhao Junfang , Lu Houquan , Li Yijun 
Published: June 2019

AbstractThis study investigates agricultural adaptation to drought for different cropping systems in southern China. The study area was divided into three regions: South China (SC), South of the Yangtze River (SYR), and Southwest China (SWC). An index of agricultural adaptation to drought (D) was established. Our findings indicated that the average total crop water demand varied greatly among the regions from 1961 to 2010 in southern China. The maximum value was found in the SC region, followed by the SYR and SWC regions. The effects of droughts on different crops were noticeable. Frequent droughts were recorded in late rice than in early rice in the SC and SYR regions. Droughts in the SWC region mainly affected winter wheat. Moreover, the effects of droughts on crops varied during different growth stages. More frequent and serious droughts occurred during the crop critical flowering stage. Particularly, the frequency of moderate and severe droughts for late rice in the SYR region was 62% during the critical flowering stage. For the SC and SYR regions, the D values of early rice (0.29 and 0.29) were lower than that of late rice (0.31 and 0.33), respectively. For the SWC region, the D values of winter wheat and rice were both low, with averages of 0.16 and 0.29, respectively. Our study provides interesting insights for improving the drought defense abilities for different cropping systems by changing crop planting proportion on a regional scale in China.
Liver adenomatosis in patients with hepatocyte nuclear factor‐1 alpha maturity onset diabetes of the young (HNF1A‐MODY): Clinical, radiological and pathological characteristics in a French series
Authors: Haddouche Aini , Bellanne‐Chantelot Christine , Rod Anne , Fournier Luc , Chiche Laurence , Gautier Jean‐Francois , Timsit Jose , Laboureau Sandrine , Chaillous Lucy , Valero Rene , Larger Etienne , Jeandidier Nathalie , Wilhelm Jean‐Marie , Popelier Marc , Guillausseau Pierre‐Jean , Thivolet Charles , Lecomte Pierre , Benhamou Pierre‐Yves , Reznik Yves 
Published: June 2019

AbstractBackgroundLiver adenomatosis (LA) is a rare disease resulting from biallelic inactivation of the hepatocyte nuclear factor‐1 alpha (HNF1A) gene, which induces the proliferation of adenoma cells in liver parenchyma. Liver adenomatosis has only been documented in case reports from patients carrying a HNF1A germline mutation. We have evaluated the frequency of LA among a large cohort of patients with HNF1A‐maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY), previously termed “MODY3,” and herein describe its clinical, radiological, and pathological characteristics.MethodsIn all, 137 HNF1A‐MODY subjects from 74 families were screened by liver ultrasonography in 13 centers, and 15 additional cases of LA were later included in the series. Liver adenomatosis was confirmed by liver computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and/or histopathology.ResultsAmong 137 carriers of an HNF1A mutation, 9 patients (6.5%) from seven families were diagnosed with LA. Diabetes mellitus was present in 87.5% of patients with LA. In 25% of patients, LA was diagnosed due to intra‐abdominal or intratumoral bleeding. Liver biochemistry was near normal in all patients. Liver imaging showed adenomas of various sizes and numbers. On MRI, most nodules had the radiological characteristics of steatotic adenomas. Histopathological confirmation of LA was available in 13 cases, and these adenomas were mostly steatotic. Surgery was initially performed in 37.5% of patients, and liver disease progression was observed in 30%. No disease progression was observed in 14 pregnancies.ConclusionsThe frequency of LA in a cohort of screened HNF1A‐MODY patients and the high incidence of LA progression and/or hemorrhage warrants systematic screening for liver adenomatosis in HNF1A‐MODY families.
Brains of rhesus monkeys display Aβ deposits and glial pathology while lacking Aβ dimers and other Alzheimer's pathologies
Authors: Zhang Jing , Chen Baian , Lu Jing , Wu Yi , Wang Shubo , Yao Zitong , Zhu Liming , Qiao Yanhua , Sun Quan , Qin Wei , Zhao Qiao , Jia Jianping , Wei Cuibai 
Published: June 2019

AbstractCerebral amyloid beta (Aβ) deposits are the main early pathology of Alzheimer's disease (AD). However, abundant Aβ deposits also occur spontaneously in the brains of many healthy people who are free of AD with advancing aging. A crucial unanswered question in AD prevention is why AD does not develop in some elderly people, despite the presence of Aβ deposits. The answer may lie in the composition of Aβ oligomer isoforms in the Aβ deposits of healthy brains, which are different from AD brains. However, which Aβ oligomer triggers the transformation from aging to AD pathogenesis is still under debate. Some researchers insist that the Aβ 12‐mer causes AD pathology, while others suggest that the Aβ dimer is the crucial molecule in AD pathology. Aged rhesus monkeys spontaneously develop Aβ deposits in the brain with striking similarities to those of aged humans. Thus, rhesus monkeys are an ideal natural model to study the composition of Aβ oligomer isoforms and their downstream effects on AD pathology. In this study, we found that Aβ deposits in aged monkey brains included 3‐mer, 5‐mer, 9‐mer, 10‐mer, and 12‐mer oligomers, but not 2‐mer oligomers. The Aβ deposits, which were devoid of Aβ dimers, induced glial pathology (microgliosis, abnormal microglia morphology, and astrocytosis), but not the subsequent downstream pathologies of AD, including Tau pathology, neurodegeneration, and synapse loss. Our results indicate that the Aβ dimer plays an important role in AD pathogenesis. Thus, targeting the Aβ dimer is a promising strategy for preventing AD.