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Nurses’ experiences of home visiting new parents in rural and regional communities in Australia: a descriptive qualitative study
Authors: Fraser Jennifer Anne , Hutchinson Marie , Appleton Jessica 
Published: September 2016

Purpose
Child and family health (CAFH) services in Australia initially provide at least one nurse-home-visit following the birth of a child. Planning and referral then commences for the on-going provision of appropriate services to families. Unfortunately, services in rural and regional communities in Australia can be fragmented and poorly resourced. Little is known about CAFH nurses’ experiences of working with families in these communities. The purpose of this paper is to examine the way CAFH nurses work within a universal health service model that may be compromised by isolation, discontinuity and fragmentation.

Design/methodology/approach
Focus groups with 26 CAFH nurses from five rural, two regional and one urban community in New South Wales (NSW), Australia were conducted. A secondary, thematic analysis of the qualitative data were undertaken to reflect on change and continuity in the field of universal CAFH services. Analysis was driven by two key research questions: How do CAFH nurses experience their role in universal home-based CAFH services within rural and regional areas of Australia and, what unique factors are present in rural and regional areas that impact on their CAFH nursing role?

Findings
The experience of the CAFH nurses as presented by these data revealed a role that was family centred and concerned for the welfare of the family, yet compromised by the need to meet the disproportionately complex needs of families in the absence of a strong network of services. The opportunity to present the findings provides insight into the way in which families engage with available services in isolated communities. CAFH nurses in the study attempted to maintain service integrity by adapting to the unique context of their work.

Originality/value
It is important to understand the mechanisms through which CAFH nurses operate to work effectively with families referred to their service. This paper describes the way in which CAFH nurses work with families not meeting the threshold for more intensive and targeted home-visiting service delivery in rural and regional communities of NSW, Australia.
“When Margaret Thatcher met the Chinese”
Authors: Cheung Gordon Chi Kai , Gomez Edmund Terence 
Published: September 2016

Purpose
This paper aims to examine the UK’s small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) policies under Margaret Thatcher’s era in the 1980s, with a view to understand the success stories, historical development and the structures of Chinese family business through a case study of See Woo Holdings Ltd.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors have achieved the objective on the study of the SMEs policies under Margaret Thatcher through critical evaluation of the historical literatures, books, journals and newspapers. The study on overseas Chinese business and the case of See Woo Holdings Ltd. is mainly through the research of the Chinese overseas in the UK and Southeast Asia, and the companies report from the Companies House in the UK. The authors have used the latest 2011 UK Census statistics and academic reports to locate the most current demographic changes and Chinese business characteristics in the UK and the Northeast of England.

Findings
First, the UK’s SMEs policies under Margaret Thatcher were quite receptive towards the ethnic business. Second, the case of See Woo Holdings Ltd. indicates that family business networks are still one of the characteristics of Chinese business. Finally, the broader UK’s SMEs policies play an important role in this case study.

Originality/value
The authors provide a tentative linkage between the UK’s SMEs policies under Margaret Thatcher and Chinese family business. In addition, the case study of See Woo Holdings Ltd. improves the current understanding of Chinese family business with a clearer picture about their structure, practice, characteristics and development.
The impact of corporate governance mechanisms on earnings management in Islamic banks in the Middle East region
Authors: Mersni Hounaida , Ben Othman Hakim 
Published: September 2016

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine whether corporate governance mechanisms affect the reporting of loan loss provisions by managers in Islamic banks in the Middle East region.Design/methodology/approachThis empirical study uses balanced panel data from 20 Islamic banks, from seven Middle East countries for the period 2007 to 2011. The regression model is estimated using random effects specifications.FindingsThe empirical results show that discretionary loan loss provisions (DLLP) are negatively related to board size and the existence of an audit committee. Results also report a positive relationship between sharia board size and DLLP. This indicates that small sharia supervisory boards are more effective than larger ones, which could be due to the higher costs and negative effects of large groups on decision-making. Results also highlight that the existence of scholars with accounting knowledge sitting on the sharia board reduces discretionary behavior. Additional results provide evidence that an external sharia audit committee is also found to reduce discretion in Islamic banks. The conclusions are found to be robust to endogeneity issues and potentially omitted variables.Practical implicationsThe findings are potentially useful for regulators and shareholders. Regulators could use the findings to focus on corporate governance mechanisms that restrain earnings management practices in Islamic banks and implement regulations to strengthen them. Additionally, this study gives shareholders further insight which enables them to better monitor the actions of managers and thus increase their control over their investments.Originality/valueThis study provides two contributions to the literature on Islamic banking. First, to the authors’ knowledge, this study is only the second piece of research focused on the impact of corporate governance on earnings management in Islamic banks. Second, the authors have examined the effect of some new corporate governance mechanisms that have not been studied previously in the research literature.
Brand typicality impact on brand imitations evaluation and categorization
Authors: Le Roux André , Thébault Marinette , Roy Yves , Bobrie François 
Published: September 2016

Purpose
This research aims to explore the impact of an overlooked variable, brand typicality, on brand evaluation and the categorization of counterfeits and imitations.

Design/methodology/approach
The research design is a 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 mixed design with the first three variables as between-subjects variables and the last as a within-subjects variable on a convenience sample of 287 respondents split into eight experimental conditions. Data are analyzed using Linear Mixed Models.

Findings
Results show that brand typicality and brand name and product appearance manipulations impact brand evaluation and categorization. Regarding brand evaluation, under high typicality conditions, any manipulation of brand name and/or product appearance, from identical to different, results in a less favorable evaluation, whereas under low typicality conditions, only brand name manipulation negatively impacts brand evaluation. Concerning categorization, under high typicality conditions, any change in brand name and/or product appearance results in the item’s categorization as an imitation or a counterfeit, whereas under low typicality conditions, the item may be categorized as either genuine or as imitation or counterfeit.

Originality/value
This research demonstrates the impact of brand typicality on both the evaluation and categorization of changes in brand name and product appearance. It also suggests that brands and product classes are not equal vis-à-vis counterfeiting and imitation. High typicality brand seems less vulnerable to counterfeiting and imitation. Findings are discussed regarding brand vulnerability to imitation and counterfeiting, the importance of considering competitive context, brand management and brand strategy.
A finer-grained approach to assessing the “quality” (“quantity” and “richness”) of risk management disclosures
Authors: Jia Jing , Munro Lois , Buckby Sherrena 
Published: September 2016

PurposeThis paper aims to examine the “quality” of narrative risk management disclosures (RMD) from a “quantity” and “richness” (width and depth) perspective, utilising a finer-grained approach. Evidence is then provided on the relationships between RMD quality and the corporate determinants driving that quality.Design/methodology/approachWithin a multidimensional quality disclosure framework, annual report narrative RMD from the top 100 Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) listed companies precisely “matched” for the 2010 and 2012 years were examined using semantic content analysis. The relationship between the dimensions and sub-dimensions of RMD “quantity” and “richness”, and various corporate characteristics were explored using ordinary least squares (OLS) regression analysis.FindingsThe results indicate that RMD are considerably lacking in quality, from the “quantity”, “width” and particularly the “depth” dimension and sub-dimensions for both years. Many companies provide “boiler plate” RMD over consecutive years and many do not comply with the intent of the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations under the “if not, why not” regime (ASX CGC, 2010). Company size and cross-listing were found to be the primary determinants of higher quality RMD and, to a lesser extent, firm risk. Some evidence was found that “quality” RMD were less likely where companies are more highly leveraged and when their shareholders are more concentrated.Research limitations/implicationsAlthough two coders independently coded the RMD and specific decision rules were followed, the subjectivity inherent in conducting semantic content analysis into the dimensions and sub-dimensions of the framework cannot be completely eliminated. However, by adopting a finer-grained approach, this study contributes to the global literature on the quality of RMD. Previous studies are extended by analysing and testing the individual dimensions and sub-dimensions of “quantity” and “richness” which provides new empirical evidence and a more comprehensive portrayal of RMD quality and a greater understanding why some companies are more likely to disclose higher quality RMD than others.Practical implicationsThese results provide useful and predominantly new empirical evidence on the quality of RMD for practitioners, regulators and researchers. As many companies are not complying with the “intent” of the “if not, why not” approach, these results support the argument for mandated narrative RMD regulations at an international level.Originality/valueThe multidimensional framework of RMD “quantity” and “richness” provides a basis for examining not only how much is disclosed, but what is disclosed and how. In adopting a finer-grained approach, this study analyses and tests the individual dimensions and sub-dimensions of the framework. This provides a deeper understanding of the overall quality of RMD and the determinants driving RMD quality for the sample companies.
Networked spectators
Authors: Jacobson Jenna 
Published: September 2016

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to analyse the 2012 Olympic opening ceremony with the goal of making a nuanced contribution to the discussion of online participation and engagement afforded by social media.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper applies a qualitative approach of sequential video analysis to the 2012 Olympic opening ceremony interpretive segment.

Findings
Despite the Olympics being a “networked media sport” where countries compete against each another in various sporting events, the paper argues that the overarching narrative of the London 2012 opening ceremony is one that breaks down traditional barriers, while simultaneously situating the individual at the centre of “networked spectatorship”.

Originality/value
Beyond merely watching media events, the paper proposes the term, “networked spectators” to identify how people participate in the content creation, social media moderation, and conversation using social media. Networked spectatorship moves away from the binary of active and passive participation, and rather reflects on the multiple ways people can engage in media events, which specifically includes social media monitoring/moderation as a form of participation.
Tenacity and colorfastness properties of chemically modified jute fibres dyed with Reactive Orange 14 and Basic Violet 14
Authors: Hoque Md Asadul , Saiduzzaman Md , Faruqui A. Nayeem , Islam Md Ashadul 
Published: September 2016

PurposeThis paper aims to examine the loss of tenacity and colorfastness properties of bleached and modified (acrylonitrile, AN and methacrylonitrile, MAN) jute fibres dyed with Reactive Orange 14 and Basic Violet 14.Design/methodology/approachJute fibres dyed with Reactive Orange 14 and Basic Violet 14 were studied as a function of exposure to sunlight in air, washing with soap solution and spotting with acids and alkalis.FindingsDye absorption of Basic Violet 14 was higher compared to Reactive Orange 14 at optimum dyeing conditions. Optimum dye uptake of Reactive Orange 14 required relatively severe conditions compared to that of Basic Violet 14. Whereas, Reactive Orange 14 showed overall good colorfastness to sunlight and moderate in washing compared to Basic Violet 14. All the bleached and modified fibres showed good colorfastness to weak acids and alkalis regardless of Reactive Orange 14 and Basic Violet 14 dyes. The loss in tenacity was higher in the case of non-modified fibres, and among the modified fibres, Basic Violet 14 showed the lowest loss in tenacity in the exposure to sunlight.Originality/valueMany studies have been devoted to improve the substantivity of cellulosic fibre for reactive dyes. A few efforts were made to improve the light fastness. In this work, investigation will be made on a comparative study of loss of tenacity and colorfastness properties of bleached and modified (AN and MAN) jute fibres dyed with both Reactive Orange 14 and Basic Violet 14 on exposure to sunlight, washing and acid and alkali spotting. Optimum dyeing conditions will also be investigated for economic dyeing.
Mittal’s acquisition strategies
Authors: Alluru Jayanth-Reddy , Sankararaman Pooja , Tebbe Kathryn 
Published: September 2016

Purpose
The paper highlights the success of ArcelorMittal’s acquisitions. Focusing on the strategy used to achieve smooth post-acquisition integrations of culturally distant state-owned firms.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper is a result of an exploratory research for qualitative information showing a similarity in the pattern in which post acquisition integrations were executed to successful completion in the history of ArcelorMittal.

Findings
Mittal’s post-acquisition integration processes began with programs such as the Knowledge Integration Program. These activities reduced pressure on issues related to the differences in the corporate cultures while increasing transparency among the departments of the acquired firms.

Originality/value
The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
Navigating the human landscape in cross-border mergers and acquisitions
Authors: Ray Gordon D. 
Published: September 2016

Purpose
This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach
This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings
Developing individual relationships to drive multilateral, open communication, has the greatest power to connect all levels of an organization to a unifying strategy. This should be a primary consideration in both the due diligence and implementation stages of a cross-border merger/acquisition to ensure a successful transition. The organization considering/executing the merger/acquisition should look inward first, to its own practices, to make necessary adjustments and establish a foundation for integration.

Practical implications
The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations.

Originality/value
The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
The salt‐regulated element in the promoter of lycopene β‐cyclase gene confers a salt regulatory pattern in carotenogenesis of Dunaliella bardawil
Authors: Liang Ming‐Hua , Lu Yan , Chen Hao‐Hong , Jiang Jian‐Guo 
Published: September 2016

SummaryIn the carotenoid biosynthesis, lycopene β‐cyclase (LCYb) is a key regulatory enzyme involved in the conversion of lycopene into β‐carotene. Under stress conditions, such as high salinity, high light and nutrient deprivation, large amounts of β‐carotene can be accumulated in Dunaliella bardawil. To study on the molecular responses of salt stress in D. bardawil is of great significance to reveal the mechanisms of salt tolerance and engineer crop plants to be salt‐tolerant. In this study, the full‐length coding sequence of lcyb from D. bardawil (Dblcyb, GenBank: KX218392) was isolated by transcriptome sequencing. Then, the genomic sequence, promoter and terminator regions of Dblcyb were isolated by genome walking. The Dblcyb promoter (GenBank: KX218393) contained several typical transcription boxes, multiple light response elements and a salt‐regulated element (SRE, GT1GMSCAM4). Dbpsy and Dblcyb responsible for β‐carotene biosynthesis in D. bardawil was shown to be up‐regulated under salt stress and their promoters contained the common SRE. By element deletion analysis and using Ble‐EGFP as the reporter, the salt‐inducible SRE was confirmed to confer salt‐induced expression of Dblcyb promoter. It was indicated that the salt‐regulated expression of Dblcyb may be attributed to the salt‐responsive element (GT1GMSCAM4) and the GT‐rich region in its genomic sequence.
Commode Cardia—Death by Valsalva Maneuver: A Case Series
Authors: Fisher‐Hubbard Amanda O. , Kesha Kilak , Diaz Francisco , Njiwaji Chantel , Chi PaoLin , Schmidt Carl J. 
Published: September 2016

AbstractThe Valsalva maneuver is used in clinical medicine for the diagnosis and/or treatment of various cardiovascular conditions. It can also be used in activities of daily living, such as defecation. Due to the cardiovascular effects produced during the Valsalva maneuver, it may be contraindicated in certain medical conditions and could be a trigger of sudden cardiac death. The incidence and prevalence of death following Valsalva maneuver in the presence of underlying cardiovascular disease, or “commode cardia,” has not been examined. In 2012, the Wayne County Medical Examiner's Office (Detroit, MI) investigated 21 deaths that occurred on the toilet, fourteen of which were due to cardiovascular disease. In another 31 deaths in the bathroom due to cardiovascular disease, the possibility that the decedent defecated immediately prior to death could not be excluded. Hence, the incidence of commode cardia in this population ranges from 2.3 to 7.4% of all cardiovascular‐related deaths.
Associations between changes in glucagon‐like peptide‐1 and bodyweight reduction in patients receiving acarbose or metformin treatment
Authors: Wang Na , Zhang Jin‐Ping , Xing Xiao‐Yan , Yang Zhao‐Jun , Zhang Bo , Wang Xin , Yang Wen‐Ying 
Published: September 2016

AbstractBackgroundThe present post hoc analysis investigated whether changes in endogenous glucagon‐like peptide‐1 (∆GLP‐1) levels are associated with weight loss in newly diagnosed diabetes patients.MethodsIn all, 784 subjects from the Metformin and AcaRbose in Chinese as initial Hypoglycemic treatment (MARCH) study were stratified according to ∆GLP‐1. Changes in clinical and physiological parameters were evaluated across ∆GLP‐1 subgroups (low, medium, and high) to assess correlations between ∆GLP‐1 and weight loss in acarbose‐ versus metformin‐treated groups.ResultsAfter 24 weeks treatment, greater ∆GLP‐1 was associated with significantly greater weight loss (−2 vs −1 kg in the medium/high vs low ∆GLP‐1 groups, respectively) and reduction in body mass index (BMI; −0.88, −0.83, and −0.69 kg/m2 in the high, medium, and low ∆GLP‐1 groups, respectively). In the acarbose‐treated group, there was a significant association between ∆GLP‐1 and BMI reductions, and greater ∆GLP‐1 across the high, medium, and low ∆GLP‐1 groups was correlated with greater weight loss (−2.8, −2.1, and −1.9 kg, respectively) and reductions in fasting plasma glucose (−1.57, −1.28, and −1.02 mmol/L, respectively) at Week 24. No significant differences were found across ∆GLP‐1 subgroups in metformin‐treated patients (P > 0.05). Multivariate linear regression analysis revealed that gender, baseline BMI, and ∆GLP‐1 at Week 24 were associated with weight loss. Baseline BMI and ∆GLP‐1 in the acarbose‐treated group and baseline BMI in the metformin‐treated group predicted weight loss at Week 24.ConclusionChanges in GLP‐1 levels are associated with weight loss in newly diagnosed Chinese diabetes patients receiving acarbose.
The impact of CT colonography on abdominal aortic aneurysm referrals in a tertiary hospital
Authors: Khashram Manar , Tiong Li Ching , Jones Gregory T , Roake Justin A 
Published: September 2016

AbstractIntroductionComputed tomography colonography (CTC) for the detection of colorectal disease is gaining popularity as an alternative to colonoscopy. This has been associated with an increase in incidental extra‐colonic findings such as abdominal aortic aneurysms. However, due to the patient selection process of obtaining a CTC, it was hypothesised that this patient cohort might represent a high‐risk group. The primary aim of this study was to determine the impact that CTC had on small aneurysm referrals. Owing to the potential selection bias, the secondary aim was to compare baseline characteristics referred by CTC to the cohort referred by other radiological modalities.MethodsConsecutive patients attending the small aneurysm clinic at a single tertiary centre were included. Baseline patient comorbidities were collected and recorded on a prospective database. The characteristics of patients who had a CTC‐detected aneurysm were compared to patients referred by other radiological modalities.ResultsThere were 566 patients with small aneurysms included. Of these, 96 (17.0%) had their aneurysm detected from CTC and the remaining aneurysms were detected by other radiological modalities. These patients were on average 2 years older and were less likely to have a smoking history. There was no difference in other patient characteristics.ConclusionComputed tomography colonography contributed to the initial diagnosis of one in five patients with small aneurysms. Despite a potential selection bias for patients undergoing CTC, there were no major baseline differences between the CTC cohort and patients referred by other radiological modalities. Routine assessment of the aorta during a CTC may aid in aneurysm detection.