bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Survival cost sharing among altruistic full siblings in Mendelian population
Authors: Garay József , López Inmaculada , Varga Zoltán , Csiszár Villő , Móri Tamás F. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBackgroundWe focus on Haldane’s familial selection in monogamous families in a diploid population, where the survival probability of each sibling is determined by altruistic food sharing with its siblings during starvation. An autosomal recessive-dominant or intermediate allele pair uniquely determines the altruistic or selfish behavior, which are coded by homozygotes. We focus on the case when additive cost and benefit functions determine the survival probability of each full sibling.ResultsWe provide conditions for the existence of the altruistic and selfish homozygote. We show that the condition of evolutionary stability of altruism depends on the genotype-phenotype mapping. Furthermore, if the offspring size increases then the condition of evolutionary stability of altruism becomes stricter. Contrary to that, for the evolutionary stability of selfish behavior it is enough if the classical Hamilton’s rule does not hold. Moreover, when the classical Hamilton’s rule holds and the condition of evolutionarily stability of altruism does not hold, then the selfish and altruistic phenotypes coexist.ConclusionsIn summary, the classical Hamilton’s rule is a sufficient condition for the existence of altruism, but it alone does not imply the evolutionary stability of the pure altruistic homozygote population when the altruistic siblings share the cost of altruism.
Meat transfers follow social ties in the multi-level society of Guinea baboons but are not related to male reproductive success
Authors: O’Hearn William , Neumann Christof , Dal Pesco Federica , Mundry Roger , Fischer Julia 
Published: September 2024

AbstractIn human foraging societies, hunting skill is a male quality signal closely tied to reproductive success, because it serves to provision the family, connected households, and the wider community. However, the relationship between catching or sharing prey and male reproductive success remains largely unexplored in other primate taxa. Using the multi-level society of Guinea baboons as a parallel for human foraging societies, we combined records of 109 meat-eating events with nine years of behavioural data to test whether males who acquire and share meat more frequently have more females in their social units and for longer than other males. We further tested the hypothesis that the type of meat transfer varies with social ties. We found no evidence that females preferred to join or remain longer in the units of males who acquired or shared meat more frequently. Thus, hunting skills do not appear to signal male quality. However, meat transfers were more likely to occur along stronger social relationships, as in human foraging societies. Tolerant forms of transfer were most common at society’s base, decreasing in tolerance at upper social levels. Our results demonstrate the cross-taxa influence of social organisation on the movement of sharable resources.
Afterload-induced Decreases in Fatty Acid Oxidation Develop Independently of Increased Glucose Utilization
Authors: Piristine Hande C. , May Herman I. , Jiang Nan , Daou Daniel , Olivares-Silva Francisco , Elnwasany Abdallah , Szweda Pamela , Szweda Luke , Kinter Caroline , Kinter Michael , Sharma Gaurav , Wen Xiaodong , Malloy Craig R. , Jessen Michael E. , Gillette Thomas G. , Hill Joseph A. 
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundMetabolic substrate utilization in HFpEF (heart failure with preserved ejection fraction), the leading cause of heart failure worldwide, is pivotal to syndrome pathogenesis and yet remains ill defined. Under resting conditions, oxidation of free fatty acids (FFA) is the predominant energy source of the heart, supporting its unremitting contractile activity. In the context of disease-related stress, however, a shift toward greater reliance on glucose occurs. In the setting of obesity or diabetes, major contributors to HFpEF pathophysiology, the shift in metabolic substrate use toward glucose is impaired, sometimes attributed to the lower oxygen requirement of glucose oxidation versus fat metabolism. This notion, however, has never been tested conclusively. Furthermore, whereas oxygen demand increases in the setting of increased afterload, myocardial oxygen availability remains adequate for fatty acid oxidation (FAO). Therefore, a “preference” for glucose has been proposed.Methods and ResultsPyruvate dehydrogenase complex (PDC) is the rate-limiting enzyme linking glycolysis to the TCA cycle. As PDK4 (PDC kinase 4) is up-regulated in HFpEF, we over-expressed PDK4 in cardiomyocytes, ensuring that PDC is phosphorylated and thereby inhibited. This leads to diminished use of pyruvate as energy substrate, mimicking the decline in glucose oxidation in HFpEF. Importantly, distinct from HFpEF-associated obesity, this model positioned us to abrogate the load-induced shift to glucose utilization in the absence of systemic high fat conditions. As expected, PDK4 transgenic mice manifested normal cardiac performance at baseline. However, they manifested a rapid and severe decline in contractile performance when challenged with modest increases in afterload triggered either by L-NAME or surgical transverse aortic constriction (TAC). This decline in function was not accompanied by an exacerbation of the myocardial hypertrophic growth response. Surprisingly, metabolic flux analysis revealed that, after TAC, fractional FAO decreased, even when glucose/pyruvate utilization was clamped at very low levels. Additionally, proteins involved in the transport and oxidation of FFA were paradoxically downregulated after TAC regardless of genotype.ConclusionsThese data demonstrate that cardiomyocytes in a setting in which glucose utilization is robustly diminished and prevented from increasing do not compensate for the deficit in glucose utilization by up-regulating FFA use.
A bibliometric analysis of the genesis, journey and current status of green supply chain management in the digital economy
Authors: Akram Hafiz Wasim , Ahmad Alam , Abbas Haidar , Akhter Samreen 
Published: September 2024

Purpose This paper aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis of studies focusing on green supply chain management (GSCM) within the context of the digital economy.Design/methodology/approach We utilize the Web of Science database to search and filter relevant documents spanning the years 2003–2022. This extensive dataset enables us to analyze the growth and cutting-edge developments in research pertaining to GSCM in the digital economy.Findings The paper finds a significant increase in research interest and output, particularly noticeable from 2016 onwards, indicating the growing relevance of integrating GSCM with digital technologies. It is found that the prominent contribution of countries like China, England and the USA, underscoring a strong geographical diversity in research outputs. China leads in the number of publications, which reflects its significant role in shaping the discourse around GSCM in the digital economy. However, when it comes to citations, the USA leads, suggesting a higher impact or quality of research emanating from this region. Collaborative dynamics outlined in the study demonstrate extensive international cooperation, primarily among leading research countries, which is facilitated by shared digital platforms enhancing the research’s reach and impact. The study also highlights a range of emerging themes such as the adoption of blockchain technology, Internet of Things (IoT) and the circular economy within GSCM, indicating dynamic areas for future research.Practical implications The findings of this study hold significant practical implications for researchers, practitioners and policymakers. They shed light on the current state of research in GSCM within the digital economy, highlighting areas where further investigation is needed and pointing to the emerging trends in this field. Understanding the distribution of research and influential authors can guide future collaborative efforts and inform decision-making processes in the pursuit of sustainable supply chain practices in the digital era.Originality/value This paper contributes to the existing body of knowledge by providing a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the evolving landscape of GSCM in the digital economy. It offers valuable insights into the growth patterns, key contributors and geographical distribution of research in this domain. This information is crucial for researchers and stakeholders seeking to stay at the forefront of sustainable supply chain practices in an increasingly digital world.
Big data analytics capabilities and leadership: catalysts of firm performance in telecommunications
Authors: Shafqat Hira , Zhang Baojian , Ahmed Muhammad , Ullah Muhammad Rizwan , Zulfiqar Muhammad 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThe proliferation of big data analytics (BDA)-enabled tools and technologies has endowed organizations with the capacity to augment decision-making processes, optimize operational endeavors and foster innovation across diverse business domains. Consequently, BDA has been posited as a catalyst for enhanced customer relationship management, improved risk mitigation strategies and heightened operational efficiencies, all of which converge to augment overall firm performance. Thus, the purpose of this research is to introduce a conceptual framework aimed at explaining the influence of BDA capabilities on the performance of telecommunications firms in Pakistan. Additionally, it examines the potential mediating effect of talent capabilities and moderating effect of top management attitude on firm performance.Design/methodology/approachData from a sample comprising 520 participants were collected via survey questionnaires. The study employed Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling to empirically evaluate the proposed model.FindingsResults reveal a positive association between BDA technology and information capabilities with both BDA talent capabilities and firm performance. Furthermore, the analysis suggests that BDA talent capabilities mediate the relationship between BDA dynamic capabilities and firm performance, while top management attitude acts as a moderator, enhancing the relationship between BDA talent capabilities and firm performance.Originality/valueThere is a scarcity of research that has examined the relationship of BDA capabilities, top management attitude and firm performance. This study attempts to examine their interrelationships. First, it enhances the extant literature by elucidating the mediating role of BDA talent capabilities in the relationship between BDA technology and information capabilities and firm performance. Second, the study introduces a novel dimension by incorporating top management attitude as a moderator variable. This augmentation adds layers of complexity to comprehending BDA implementation dynamics, emphasizing leadership’s role in fostering an enabling environment for effective utilization of BDA capabilities.
Production-oriented approach for optimal mass-customisation of floor panel layouts in cross-laminated timber (CLT) buildings
Authors: Yousefi Elham , Ahmadian Fard Fini Alireza , Loganathan Santhosh 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThis study aims to develop a production-oriented approach for optimal mass-customisation of floor panel layouts in cross-laminated timber (CLT) buildings. The study enables meeting building clients’ unique floor plan requirements at an optimal cost and simultaneously enhances manufacturers’ profit by minimising material and manufacturing process waste.Design/methodology/approachThe present research uses a hybrid approach consisting of field data collection, mathematical modelling, development of a Genetic Algorithm (GA) and scenario analysis. Field data includes engineered timber production information, design data and building code requirements. The study adopts the Flexible Demand Assignment (FDA) technique to formulate a mathematical model for optimising the design of mass timber buildings and employs GA to identify optimal production solutions. Scenario analysis is performed to validate model outputs.FindingsThe proposed model successfully determines the load-bearing wall placement and building spans and specifications of floor panels that result in optimal production efficiency and the desired architectural layout. The results indicate that buildings made of a single category of thickness of panels but customised in various lengths to suit building layout are the most profitable scenario for CLT manufacturers and are a cost-effective option for clients.Originality/valueThe originality of the present study lies in its mathematical and model-driven approach towards implementing mass customisation in multi-storey buildings. The proposed model has been developed and validated based on a comprehensive set of real-world data and constraints.
Fantasy of success, fear of failure and entrepreneurial choice: the moderating role of business vibrancy and failure experience
Authors: Cheng Yue , Zheng Yi , Schiavone Francesco , Escobar Octavio R. 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThis study investigates the impact of internal expectations, such as fantasy of success and fear of failure and external factors, such as social environment and past experiences, on entrepreneurial choice.Design/methodology/approachBased on achievement motivation and social cognitive theories, the authors construct hypotheses and use secondary data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) database and Economic Freedom Index report to empirically test the hypotheses. The authors also use propensity score matching to solve the endogeneity issue and test the robustness.FindingsInternal expectations (fantasy of success and fear of failure) on business outcomes inversely affect entrepreneurial choices, with a vibrant business environment amplifying and past failure experience mitigating these effects.Originality/valueDue to the economic recession, governments encourage small businesses. Thus, the complexity of individual entrepreneurial motivations and influencing factors necessitate deeper exploration. This study is one of the first research offering insights into entrepreneurial motivations from combined dimensions and providing theoretical support for strategies promoting public entrepreneurship.
Emotional intelligence as an antecedent of employees’ job outcomes through knowledge sharing in IT-ITeS firms
Authors: Verma Jyoti , Sinha Anamika , Bhattacharjee Shrabani B. , Tuan Luu Trong 
Published: September 2024

PurposeJob performance literature has evolved to address the aspects of performance thinking where knowledge sharing (KS) and emotions on the job are considered important. This study evaluates the influence of emotional intelligence (EI), mediated through KS, on job outcomes measured as job performance (JP) and job satisfaction (JS).Design/methodology/approachStructural equation modeling methods are used to investigate the degree of influence of EI on job outcomes through KS. The data for analysis has been collected from 227 project managers at Information Technology-Information Technology Enabled Services (IT-ITeS) firms.FindingsThe findings suggest that the EI has a positive and significant effect on KS. This implies that employees with high EI scores are more involved in the KS behavior. Furthermore, the findings suggest that KS partially mediates the relationship between EI and JP, and it fully mediates the relationship between EI and JS.Research limitations/implicationsFor KS, the answer lies in the recruitment and retention of emotionally intelligent persons rather than investing only in information technology. The study enhances the literature on knowledge management, sharing and EI.Practical implicationsThe proposed research model suggests a successful infusion of KS within IT-ITeS firms. Knowing the EI of employees and, accordingly, changing their behavior towards sharing knowledge is probably a distinctive, most efficacious and essential strategy for augmenting job outcomes.Originality/valueThe study establishes the role of KS in translating the impact of EI on JP and JS. Furthermore, it contributes a novel framework of KS behavior.
Gender diversity on corporate boards: international evidence on commitment to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Sultana Nigar , Biswas Pallab Kumar , Singh Harjinder , Chapple Larelle 
Published: September 2024

PurposeCountries globally have implemented policies or regulations promoting greater gender diversity in boardrooms. We investigate whether gender diversity on corporate boards leads to higher Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) commitment through these disclosures.Design/methodology/approachUsing 16,659 firm-year observations across 42 countries for the years 2019 and 2020, we use disclosure data from the Refinitiv database to measure the sample firms’ stated commitment to sustainable development.FindingsOur data provide useful comparative information on the countries, legal jurisdictions and types of SGDs currently being disclosed. Our analyses reveal that gender diverse boards are associated with greater levels of SDG disclosures, with such commitment being more significant when there is more than one woman on the board. We also find that women board members are associated most with the PEOPLE and PLANET groups within the SDGs, and our results are robust to additional analyses and endogeneity concerns.Originality/valueAlthough gender diversity has been examined within a corporate social responsibility and ethical, social and governance lens, this examination needs to be extended to the SDGs, given the latter’s multi-year horizon and involvement from governments, the private sector and a very broad cross-section of the global community. Our results reinforce global calls for increasing gender representation at the highest levels of organisations to meet the expectations of a greater range of stakeholders in terms of SDG commitment.
Efficiency-centered vs novelty-centered: unpacking the impact of business model design on services in manufacturing firms
Authors: Wu Yuntao , Liu Along , Gu Jibao 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
How does business model design play a role in enabling manufacturing firms’ services? This study aims to investigate the impact of two distinct types of business model design, namely, efficiency-centered business model design (EBMD) and novelty-centered business model design (NBMD), and their effects in balanced and imbalanced configurations, on two types of services: product- and customer-oriented services.

Design/methodology/approach
Using matched survey data of 390 top managers and objective performance data of 195 Chinese manufacturing firms, this study uses hierarchical regression, polynomial regression and response surface analysis to test the hypotheses.

Findings
The results show that while EBMD positively affects product-oriented services, NBMD positively affects customer-oriented services. Both types of services exert a significant influence on firm performance. Furthermore, the degree of product- and customer-oriented services increases with an increasing effort level with a balance between EBMD and NBMD. Asymmetrical, imbalanced configuration effects reveal that the degree of product-oriented services is higher when the EBMD effort exceeds the NBMD effort, and the degree of customer-oriented services is higher when the NBMD effort exceeds the EBMD effort.

Originality/value
This study enriches the understanding of designing business models to facilitate service growth in manufacturing firms, ultimately benefiting firm performance. In addition, exploring balanced and imbalanced configurations of EBMD and NBMD offers new insights into business model dual design research.
Exploring the effect of collaboration modes on firms’ breakthrough technological innovation: a perspective from the innovation ecosystem
Authors: Xu Xueguo , Yuan Hetong 
Published: September 2024

PurposeBreakthrough technological innovation is of vital significance for firms to acquire and maintain sustainable competitive advantages. The construction of an innovation ecosystem and the interaction with heterogeneous participants have emerged as a new dominant model for driving sustained breakthrough technological innovation in firms. This study aims to explore the effects of collaborative modes within the innovation ecosystem on firms’ breakthrough technological innovation and the ecological legitimacy mechanisms involved.Design/methodology/approachThe research employs data from 212 innovative firms and conducts empirical research using a two-stage structural equation modeling (SEM) and artificial neural network (ANN) analysis.FindingsThe results indicate that firm-firm collaboration (FF), firm-user collaboration (FU), firm-government collaboration (FG), firm-university-institute collaboration (FUI) and firm-intermediary collaboration (FI) all have significant positive effects on breakthrough technological innovation (BTI), with FU being particularly crucial. Furthermore, the results confirm the positive moderating effects of ecological legitimacy (EL) on the relationships between FF and BTI, as well as between FU and BTI. Conversely, EL has a negative moderating effect on the relationship between FUI and BTI, as well as between FI and breakthrough technological innovation. Additionally, EL does not have a significant influence on the relationship between FG and BTI.Originality/valueThrough resource dependence theory (RDT), this study unveils the black box of how collaboration modes within innovation ecosystems impact breakthrough technological innovation. By introducing ecological legitimacy as a contextual factor, a new research perspective is provided for collaboration innovation within innovation ecosystems. The study employs a combination of SEM and ANN for modeling, complementing nonlinear relationships and obtaining robust results in complex mechanisms.
Shades in technological frames: exploring police attitudes toward body-worn cameras in Chicago
Authors: St. Louis Ermus 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThis study employed technological frames of reference (TFR) theory to explore officer attitudes toward body-worn cameras (BWCs) in the Chicago Police Department (CPD), identifying frames that may undermine compliance.Design/methodology/approachSemi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 officers, focusing on their perceptions of the BWCs’ purpose, adoption catalysts, effectiveness metrics and benefits and drawbacks.FindingsOfficers viewed BWCs primarily as tools for oversight and cited external influences and the department’s desire to be perceived as progressive as key catalysts for BWC adoption. There was widespread uncertainty regarding the criteria CPD uses to gauge BWC effectiveness. The protective feature of the cameras was cited as the primary benefit of the technology, while privacy intrusion and discretion were identified as key drawbacks. Noteworthy nuances were observed across these perceptual domains.Research limitations/implicationsThe study focuses on a single police agency, limiting its generalizability. Nevertheless, it holds value for departments experiencing BWC policy compliance issues and those preparing to implement the cameras.Practical implicationsInsights into officers’ technological frames help identify perspectives that threaten desired use of BWCs and highlight necessary training and policy interventions that align officers' BWC readings with departmental goals to enhance policy compliance.Originality/valueThis study is among the few that employ TFR theory to examine officer perceptions of BWCs in a large urban police agency.