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Inclusive and sustainable economic growth for MSME firms: examining the impact of sustainable HRM practices on women’s well-being
Authors: Dutta Debolina , Srivastava Prashant , Zabin Memon Nazia , Vedak Chaitali 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThe study explores inclusive and sustainable growth in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) by examining people-oriented practices that expand employment opportunities for women. It uses the Conservation of Resources Theory to explore sustainable HRM practices like telecommuting, managerial support and understanding generational preferences to enhance women's well-being.Design/methodology/approachThe study captures the impact of HRM practices on employee well-being using multi-source data that were collected through an online questionnaire administered to 2,856 female employees in 18 Indian MSMEs. We then use PLS-SEM (SmartPLS-4 and PLS-multi-group analysis (PLS-MGA)) to analyze predictors of employee well-being.FindingsThe data analysis revealed that satisfaction with HRM practices positively impacted employee well-being. Secondly, satisfaction with telecommuting mediated the relationship between satisfaction with HRM practices and employee well-being. Thirdly, managerial support positively moderated the relationship between satisfaction with telecommuting and well-being. Lastly, generational cohort membership moderated the satisfaction with HRM policies and well-being, with Generation Z having a stronger need than Generation Y.Practical implicationsThis study emphasizes the significance of robust and gender-sensitive HRM practices in MSMEs in high-growth emerging markets. It emphasizes the need for telecommuting policies and the role of managers in creating a supportive work environment for women. By implementing these insights, MSMEs can develop effective strategies to attract, retain and promote the well-being of women employees, thereby fostering sustainable HRM practices.Originality/valueThis study explores sustainable MSME HRM practices supporting gender inclusions and women’s well-being in high-growth emerging markets. By focusing on gender inclusion and the impact of telecommuting, generational preferences and managerial support, we contribute to mechanisms for sustainable labor as an economic and social concept.
Systematic exploration of sustainability in higher education: a tertiary perspective
Authors: Aghajani Masoud , Memari Ashkan , Tumpa Roksana Jahan , Ruge Gesa 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
This study aims to systematically examine 69 secondary studies to understand trends and implications in sustainability in higher education (SHE), addressing gaps in secondary studies, which often lack comprehensive thematic overviews that hinder future directions.

Design/methodology/approach
This tertiary study uses meticulous thematic coding to unveil overarching themes and future research directions across seven SHE areas: institutional frameworks, campus operations, education, research, outreach and collaborations, campus experiences and assessment and reporting.

Findings
The analysis reveals challenges higher education institutions (HEIs) face in integrating sustainability, highlighting the need for a holistic approach. Barriers such as awareness deficits and resistance to change emphasize the importance of interdisciplinary research. Emphasizing holistic integration and innovation is vital for seamlessly embedding sustainability within HEIs.

Practical implications
Key future research themes include holistic approaches to sustainability integration, leadership for sustainable change and innovative pedagogical approaches. Additionally, it is important to explore transdisciplinary approaches in sustainability research and the role of research centers and funding in addressing sustainability challenges.

Originality/value
This study provides a comprehensive overview of SHE, offering insights for researchers and practitioners, and serves as a resource for advancing sustainable educational practices.
Residents’ perception of the meaning and importance of conserving cultural heritage assets in Saadani village, Tanzania
Authors: Bigambo Richard 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the local residents’ perception of the meaning and importance of conserving cultural heritage assets in Saadani village.Design/methodology/approachThis study applied an exploratory research approach to assess the local residents’ perception over the meaning and importance of conserving cultural heritage in Saadani village in Pwani region. The study used semi-structured interviews, observations and archaeological surveys to collect data from 134 respondents at the village.FindingsThe findings from the study revealed that the residents are aware of the meaning and importance of conserving cultural heritage assets in the village. Further, the respondents are also aware of the different strategies that can be used to improve the management and conservation of the cultural heritage assets in the area.Practical implicationsThe research revealed that the residents have sufficient knowledge regarding importance and means to conserve culture heritage. Such information may be used to improve the overall process of designing and implementing cultural heritage management (CHM) initiatives.Originality/valueNo similar studies on this subject matter have been conducted in Saadani village. The information generated by this study will be essential for officials, policymakers, developers and local authorities on the importance of involving local community members in designing and implementing CHM and conservation projects.
Findings and practical guidelines for interim leaders
Authors: Arfken Deborah Elwell , Helms Marilyn M. , Tanner Mary Poston 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
Interim leaders often have little advance notice of their new assignments. Yet, they must skillfully lead their organizations, provide stability for staff and continue the direction of the mission and vision in a time of change. In addition, temporary leaders – often termed interim executive directors or interim chief executive officers (CEOs) – are frequently asked to guide the transition for a new and permanent leader.

Design/methodology/approach
This qualitative study presents the insights of 24 interim leaders, largely in the Chattanooga, Tennessee (TN) region, who participated in individual virtual interviews and a subsequent virtual focus group to address a protocol of questions concerned with all phases of carrying out the interim position.

Findings
The findings confirmed existing literature on how the interim was selected, the responsibilities of this leader and the costs and benefits for the organization of using an interim and extended findings with guidance for interim over their tenure.

Practical implications
The findings uncovered new insights into personal and career growth, along with unexpected personal and professional enrichment and satisfaction from the experience. The practical implications include providing detailed guidelines for interim leaders at each stage of their tenure, which can help them navigate the complexities of their roles more effectively. Additionally, the findings highlight the potential for significant personal and professional growth, offering interim leaders unexpected enrichment and satisfaction from their experiences.

Social implications
The exploratory research validated the existing literature on interim leadership and added additional detail in practical guidance for beginning an interim position, carrying out the interim position and even ending the position. This study delineates practical guidelines at each stage of the interim lifecycle for both the temporary leader and the organization and provides areas for future research. Qualitative findings also identified key characteristics of an interim leader. This study also includes discussion of the political implications of interim CEOs.

Originality/value
The study presents original insights into the role of interim leaders by combining qualitative data from 24 participants in the Chattanooga, TN region with existing literature, thereby enhancing understanding of the challenges and successes these leaders face. It confirms previous findings regarding interim leadership and provides practical guidelines for navigating the interim lifecycle, highlighting aspects of personal growth and satisfaction that have not been extensively explored in prior research.
What is “eczema”?
Authors: Tokura Yoshiki , Yunoki Marina , Kondo Shumpei , Otsuka Masaki 
Published: September 2024

AbstractEczema is the most common category of inflammatory skin disorders as dermatologists see many patients with eczematous diseases in daily practice. It is characterized by the three major morphological features: multiple‐pinpoint condition, polymorphism, and itch. To describe polymorphism, “eczema triangle” has been used in German/Japanese dermatology. The multiple pinpoints correspond to numerous tiny foci from which individual papules/vesicles arise. The polymorphism betrays composition of erythema, papule, seropapule, vesicle, pustule, scale, and crust, which are seen in acute eczema. Meanwhile, chronic eczema is represented by lichenification and hyperpigmentation, and possibly by hypopigmentation. In acute eczema, spongiosis is associated with overproduction of hyaluronic acid, secretion of self‐protective galectin‐7, and decreased expression of E‐cadherin. In the upper dermis, Th1/Tc1 or Th2/Tc2, and additional Th17, Th22, and/or Tc22 infiltrate, depending on each eczematous disease. Innate lymphoid cells are also involved in the formation of eczema. In chronic eczema, periostin contributes to remodeling of inflammatory skin with dermal fibrosis, and epidermal melanogenesis and dermal pigment deposition result in hyperpigmentation. Finally, eczematous diseases are potentially associated with increased risk of comorbidities, including not only other allergic diseases but also coronary heart disease and mental problems such as depression. Although the original word for eczema is derived from old Greek “ekzein,” eczema remains a major target of modern science and novel therapies.
Contemporary visualities of ill health: On the social (media) construction of disease regimes
Authors: Vicari Stefania , Ditchfield Hannah , Chuang Yuning 
Published: September 2024

AbstractFirst‐person representations of illness have been studied as key to the cultural fabric disrupting dominant practices of ill health or disease regimes. However, the role that digital platforms play in shaping this fabric in contemporary societies has been mostly overlooked. We address this gap by investigating how mainstream social media, as mundane spaces modelled by corporate‐driven techno‐commercial structures, frame specific forms of visuality or ways to see ill health. We reflect on how these forms of visuality relate to existing disease regimes. The article presents an investigation of popular images of BReast CAncer (BRCA) hereditary cancer syndromes posted on Instagram, Twitter (now X) or Facebook over the course of 12 months. By combining cultural analytics, visual network analysis and interpretive techniques, we explore the emergence of platform‐specific visual vernaculars and the visual genres of ill health emerging from these vernaculars. Our analysis suggests that, in the context of BRCA hereditary cancer syndromes, popular social media images primarily exacerbate existing racialised and gendered practices. Where alternative views emerge, in their being shaped by platforms’ attention economies, they often operate in what we define as a ‘liminal space’ of imagination – one that hints at renewed, but not necessarily disruptive and certainly not radical ways to imagine ill health.
Serving students with special needs: Palpable lessons from University of Dar es Salaam's 40 years sustained experience
Authors: Matiba Fortunatha Mathias , Kisanga Sarah Ezekiel 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThis qualitative study investigated the support Students with Special Needs (SSN) receive and the challenges providers of such assistance face at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM). The university has witnessed a significant increase in the number of SSN, and their effective learning depends heavily on the support available. This study was conducted at the UDSM—Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Mlimani campus through semi‐structured interviews with 15 participants, and the collected data were analysed thematically. This study established that the UDSM's efforts to support SSN include establishing a dedicated centre, procuring modern assistive devices, recruiting specialist staff and personal assistants (PAs) to provide individualised and tailored assistance. Additionally, the university has developed comprehensive policies and guidelines to regulate the services provided to SSN. However, several challenges were reported, including lecturers' reluctance to submit examinations and lecture notes to SSN, reluctance of some students to disclose their disabilities, scarcity of experts and some SSN turning support services into income generating project. Despite the UDSM efforts to support SSN, further initiatives are imperative to enhance inclusive education in higher education.
Cutting edge document examination: The physical fit of machine‐cut edges of paper
Authors: Musgrave Nicola R. , Thorne Oliver T. S. , Howells Alix J. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThis technical note describes in detail a method for associating individual sheets of blank A4 white paper from the same ream by the physical fit of machine‐cut edges. A large‐scale laboratory trial involving ~700 sheets of paper from 24 different reams (plus one spoiled sample), and more than 20,000 potential physical fits, correctly associated and sequenced 219 pairs of sheets together with a 100% empirical success rate and no false associations. The edge profile of each short machine‐cut end of a sheet of A4 paper allows us to physically fit sheets of paper from the same ream to each other and use this to predict the sequence of sheets in a set of documents. In a real‐life scenario, it may now be possible to detect the substitution or addition of a sheet in a multipage document, link documents from different sources to each other or to a common source of paper (e.g. to paper from a seized printer or from an accused's address) or to date documents. The study provides data for the application of this method in forensic casework and supports the practitioner when forming conclusions in this type of case.
Effects of four kinds of improver on fermentation characteristics of gluten‐free rice dough
Authors: Yang Yang , Zhang SongDi , Ma ChunMin , Bian Xin , Zhang Guang , Liu XiaoFei , Guo XiaoXue , Zhang Na 
Published: September 2024

AbstractRice is commonly utilized as a wheat bread substitute due to its low allergenicity. However, rice bread faces challenges in processing efficiency and the formation of a cohesive gel network structure, resulting in suboptimal taste Hence, this study compared four improvers—trypsin, whey protein (WPC), hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC), and molecularly distilled monoglycerides (GMSs). The impacts of the four improvers on the processing attributes of rice dough were comprehensively assessed across fermentation, moisture content analysis, rheology, heat stability, and pasting characteristics. The findings indicated that the incorporation of trypsin, HPMC, and WPC resulted in 107%, 61%, and 1% increases in gas production of fermented rice dough, respectively, while reducing the regrowth values to 564.00 ± 7.21, 176.67 ± 0.58, and 611.00 ± 3.61 cP. Notably, the air‐holding capacity of HPMC‐fermented rice dough exhibited a 7% enhancement. All four types of improvers raised the enthalpy of melting (ΔH) and the difference in melting point (ΔT) of fermented rice doughs, with trypsin enhancing ΔH by 44% and ΔT by 40%. GMS, HPMC, and WPC increased the degree of water incorporation in fermented doughs. This study could serve as a benchmark for enhancing the fermentation attributes of rice dough and establish a groundwork for the future advancement of gluten‐free dietary options.Practical ApplicationThe thorough analysis conducted in this experiment provides a theoretical framework for rice dough preparation during the fermentation process, addressing the dietary needs of individuals with coeliac disease and those following a gluten‐free diet. This study also paves the way for the development of improved gluten‐free rice products in future research pursuits.
Earlier reporting misconducts by serial entrepreneurs as predictors of misconduct‐triggered forced firm closures
Authors: Lukason Oliver , Kantšukov Mark 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThis paper investigates the factors determining the forced closures of firms, which occur when entrepreneurs fail to submit annual reports for their businesses. Drawing on various theoretical perspectives, including a novel focus on the past reporting misconducts of the same entrepreneurs, the study sheds light on this phenomenon. Analysis of Estonian micro‐firms run by serial entrepreneurs reveals that recent reporting misconducts, particularly those of a severe nature, significantly determine a firm's forced closure. Additionally, factors such as firm size, age, and certain aspects of corporate governance play significant roles in this regard. In turn, the financial performance of a firm largely fails to signal future forced closure, potentially indicating that when entrepreneurs submit annual reports showing normal performance, they might be hiding bad performance. The paper also delineates different types of violators based on the severity of their past misconducts, noting that a particular type characterized by a large number of severe violations is especially prone to forced closures. Finally, the paper develops high‐accuracy prediction models for forced closures, identifying the number of most severe violations and firm size as the most important variables.
Inferring ant (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) dietary responses to experimental drought in a tropical rainforest using stable isotopes
Authors: Gely Claire , Laurance Susan G. W. , Blüthgen Nico , Lach Lori , Vogado Nara O. , Burwell Chris J. , Liddell Michael J. , Stork Nigel E. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractWith higher frequency and intensity of droughts predicted for many tropical forests, understanding the responses of plants and animals to changed climatic conditions will be increasingly important. Ants are considered ecosystem engineers in tropical rainforests due to their abundance and the diversity of functional roles they perform. Function in animals is often dictated by diet, with diets of rainforest ants ranging from purely carnivorous to mostly plant based. Stable isotopes of nitrogen and carbon have been utilised to infer information on diets, and more broadly on changes in ecosystem dynamics and water‐use in plants. We used stable isotopes to investigate the potential effects of drought on the diets of two dominant ant species (Anonychomyrma gilberti and Oecophylla smaragdina) in an in‐situ through‐fall experiment in lowland rainforest. We observed a significant and sustained increase of δ15N in both ant species in the drought experiment and during the dry season in the control treatment. We also detected elevated although much smaller levels of δ15N values in leaves of some drought‐stressed plant species. There was no detectable difference of the experiment for ant or plant δ13C values. We conclude that the observed elevation in ants' δ15N in response to drought may be partly caused by a drought‐induced shift in δ15N in plants. Although, with average nitrogen enrichment values of 2.7‰ and 3.2‰, for A. gilberti and O. smaragdina, respectively, it is consistent with these ants deriving nitrogen largely from prey. Because ants are such dominant species in rainforests, even small trophic shifts in response to climate change if widespread could have broad implications for species interactions and food webs. Importantly, it is possible that such a change could potentially mediate the effects of drought on tropical forests if herbivory on drought‐stressed plants is diminished by ant predation.
Relevance, strategies, and added value of mouse models in androgenetics
Authors: Singh Vertika , Schimenti John C. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBackgroundMale Infertility is a prevalent condition worldwide, and a substantial fraction of cases are thought to have a genetic basis. Investigations into the responsible genes is limited experimentally, so mice have been used extensively to identify genes required for fertility and to understand their functions.ObjectivesTo review the progress made in reproductive genetics based on experiments in mice, the impact upon clinical fertility genetics, and discuss how evolving technologies will continue to advance our understanding of human infertility genes.Results and DiscussionGene knockout studies in mice have shown that several hundreds of genes are required for normal fertility and that this number is much higher in males than in females. In addition to gene discovery, the mouse is a powerful platform for functionally dissecting genetic pathways, modeling putative human infertility variants, identifying contraceptive targets, and developing in vitro gametogenesis.ConclusionThese ongoing studies in mice have made an enormous contribution to our understanding of the genetics of human reproduction in the sense that the “parts list” of genes for mammalian gametogenesis is being elucidated. This would have been impossible to do in humans, and in vitro systems are not yet adequate to associate genes with andrological phenotypes, especially in the germline.
Exploring What Motivates Parents of Children Living With Medical Complexity to Participate in Research
Authors: Kim Laesa , Hermansen Anne‐Mette , Cook Karen , Siden Harold 
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundThe study aimed to understand the experience of and identify the motivations for parents participating in health research for their children with medical complexity (CMC). Patient‐oriented research strategies are increasingly important in health research to ensure that the voices of patients and parents help shape and direct research programmes. To bring a family‐centred and patient‐oriented focus to our research and objectives, we asked parents about their experiences when they participated in healthcare research related to their child with CMC.MethodsA parent partner, who also has a CMC, interviewed 12 parents (11 mothers and 1 father) of children living with medical complexity to understand their motivations to participate in healthcare research for their child. The parent partner conducted and transcribed the interviews and led our data analysis. Interpretive phenomenological analysis (IPA) was used to inform our data coding and analytic process.ResultsParents described numerous reasons for their participation in research about their children. These motivations landed within four main themes: feeling helpless and hopeful, child‐centred motivation, being part of something good and forming a relationship with the research team. In addition to these themes, parents highlighted factors that influenced their ability or desire to participate, such as time, capacity and the level of invasiveness for their child. Ultimately, the reflections by parents emphasized their unique lives in caring for their CMC and the need to integrate their lived experiences with the research they engage in.ConclusionThis study offers important insights for healthcare teams who want to engage parents of CMC to participate in research. Understanding parents' motivation to participate in research can help researchers create richer engagement and more meaningful experiences for themselves and their participants, thereby bolstering research programmes.