bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Analysis of knowledge services efficiency and influencing factors of public libraries in China: a mixed study based on the SBM model and dynamic QCA
Authors: Jiaxuan Li , Yue Wang , Jiewang Chu 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
The core objective of this study is to provide an in-depth quantitative assessment of the efficiency of public library knowledge services (PLKS) in China and to scrutinize the factors that have a significant impact on the efficiency of PLKS. Furthermore, this study also aims to examine the characteristics and evolving patterns of PLKS in China and to propose strategies for enhancing the quality of services provided by public libraries. The findings of this paper are expected to provide valuable references for current academic research and practice areas, guiding and promoting exploration and development in related fields.

Design/methodology/approach
To analyse and evaluate the operation mechanism and efficiency of PLKS, this study creatively constructs a multi-stage PLKS efficiency evaluation model and provides related indicators. Based on this process, the super-efficiency network slacks-based measure model was used to analyse the efficiency, and dynamic qualitative comparative analysis was adopted to analyse the recipes about the influencing factors of PLKS. Ultimately, through a comprehensive interpretation of the measured data and the integration of extant societal development conditions, the authors put forth relevant recommendations.

Findings
In the first stage, PLKS in China meets the basic requirements, but in the second stage, there is evident resource wastage. In addition, there are five recipes in PLKS of China. These five recipes reveal the configuration relationship between the factors that affect PLKS. The results show that PLKS in China are different in different regions, and the effects of the influencing factors are also different.

Originality/value
In this study, the authors provide an exhaustive deconstruction and interpretation of PLKS, thereby proposing a three-stage PLKS efficiency conversion process. Furthermore, the authors have identified a set of readily accessible and quantifiable indicators. It is worth emphasizing that the authors have taken a unique approach to analyse the elements affecting PLKS from the perspective of configuration, which has significantly broadened the boundaries and depth of PLKS research.
Mapping the research landscape on food and nutritional literacy: a bibliometric analysis
Authors: Sweileh Waleed 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThe study aims to analyze research trends and hotspots in the field of food and nutrition literacy to inform evidence-based policymaking, and promote the health and well-being of the general population.Design/methodology/approachThe Scopus database was used to retrieve relevant research articles using specific keywords related to food or nutritional literacy.FindingsThe analysis included 341 research articles, predominantly authored by scholars from the USA. Growth pattern of publications indicated recent evolution of the food and nutrition literacy concepts. The research hotspots identified included the development of tools to assess literacy, assessing food and nutritional literacy competencies among school children and adolescents and finally, cross-sectional survey studies on various international cultures to assess food and nutritional literacy. The top cited articles in the field focused on the operational definition and difference between nutrition literacy and food literacy.Research limitations/implicationsThe findings underscore the need for comparative studies across countries, and advocacy for policy change to advance food and nutrition literacy among school students and vulnerable populations.Practical implicationsPolicymakers, public health officials and practitioners can use the research findings to inform the development of evidence-based policy frameworks and interventions aimed at addressing the gaps in food and nutrition literacy.Social implicationsBy promoting and advocating for policy reforms, and addressing gaps in food and nutrition literacy, the study contributes to fostering global future public health.Originality/valueThe study provides insights into the evolving research landscape on food and nutrition literacy, emphasizing the growing scholarly interest in understanding the concept and its public health impact.
Consumers’ acceptance intention towards interest-free home financing: decomposition approach of TPB model
Authors: Shaikh Imran Mehboob , Noordin Kamaruzaman 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to determine factors that contribute to consumers’ intention to opt for interest-free home financing or mortgage adapting decomposition approach of the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) model.

Design/methodology/approach
For this study, judgemental and purposive sampling was used and over 300 respondents who are using or willing to use equity-based Islamic mortgages were selected for analysis.

Findings
According to the findings of this study, consumers’ intention towards the interest-free mortgage is influenced primarily by their attitude, subjective norm and perceived behavioural control but also by the additional construct of their innovativeness of consumers as well as decomposed variables such as perceived relative advantage and perceived compatibility, but most importantly, peers. Overall, the study’s findings show that the suggested model clarifies a better knowledge of the factors that influence consumers’ choices to accept interest-free mortgage financing.

Research limitations/implications
Considering this research to be limited in terms of coverage geographically and the theory rendered the context should be given proper attention when interpreting future outcomes. Furthermore, future researchers can extend the direct relationship by using attitude as a mediator and also test adding a moderating variable when conducting a cross-sectional study.

Originality/value
This work is mainly focused on consumers’ intention to use Islamic mortgages. Current research incorporates and validates consumer innovativeness and introduces decomposed variables, namely, peers, perceived relative advantage and perceived compatibility to the TPB model. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, the decomposition of variables with the main predictors in the setting of an interest-free mortgage in Pakistan, the decomposition approach of the TPB model has not yet been attempted.
Tribological performance of used engine oil treated with cement and celite adsorbents by solvent extraction-adsorption method
Authors: Uğur Alper 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
As lubricating oils are used, their performance deteriorates and they become contaminated. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the lubrication performance of reclaimed 5 W-30 a fully synthetic used engine oil (UEO) with wear tests after refining it from a solvent-based extraction method using solvent (1-PrOH) and adsorbent materials such as cement, celite and deep eutectic solvent (DES).

Design/methodology/approach
The treated oil mixtures were prepared by blending engine oils with various adsorbent materials at 5% (w/w) in organic 1-PrOH solvent at a UEO: solvent ratio of 1:2 (w/w). The measurement of kinematic viscosity, density, the total acid number (TAN) and elemental analysis of oil samples was done by the ASTM standards D445/D446, D4052, D974 and D6595, respectively. Adsorbents and treated oil samples characterized by SEM-EDX, FTIR and UV analysis, respectively. Meanwhile, lubricating performance in tribological applications was evaluated through the wear test device using a rotating steel alloy 1.2379 cylinder and a stationary 1.2738 pin under 20, 40 and 80 kg load conditions. Worn surface analysis was done with SEM and 2.5D images.

Findings
It was found that when using the combination of cement and celite as an adsorbent in the reclamation of used engine oil demonstrated better lubricant properties. The properties of used engine oil were improved in the manner of kinematic viscosity of 32.55 from 68.49 mm2/s, VI (Viscosity index) value of 154 from 130, TAN of 3.18 from 4.35 (mgKOH/g) and Fe content of 11 from 32 mg/L. The anti-wear properties of used engine oil improved by at least 32% when 5% cement and 5% celite adsorbent materials were used together.

Research limitations/implications
The paper is based on findings from a fully synthetic 5 W-30 A5 multi-grade engine lubrication oil collected after driving approximately 12.000 km.

Practical implications
The results are significant, as they suggest practical regeneration of used engine oil is achievable. Additionally, blending fresh oil with reclaimed used engine oil in a 1:1 ratio reduced wear loss by over 10% compared to fresh oil.

Social implications
Reusing used engine oils can reduce their environmental impact and bring economic benefits.

Originality/value
This study showed that the properties of UEO can be enhanced using the solvent extraction-adsorption method. Furthermore, the study provided valuable insights into the metal concentrations in engine oil samples and their impact on lubrication performance. The order of the number of the grooves quantity and the possibility of the observed scuffing region trend relative to the samples was UEO > 5W-30 fresh oil > Treated oil sample with the adsorbent cement and celite together.

Peer review
The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-06-2024-0209/
Social capital and postgraduate EFL students’ academic performance
Authors: Moradi Abbasabady Mahmoud , Razeghi Nader 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThis study focuses on two aspects of academic performance, namely achievement in courses and research performance.Design/methodology/approachThe statistical population of the study consisted of all postgraduate English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students at Iranian national universities in the academic year 2022–2023. The research method used in this study was the survey method, and the data were collected through a questionnaire. The research sample included 360 Iranian postgraduate EFL students who were selected by proportional stratified sampling.FindingsThe results indicated that social capital had a significant, positive effect on the academic performance of postgraduate students. The dimensions of social trust, a subcategory of social capital, had a significant impact on academic performance in general and on course-related achievement and research performance in particular. Intimacy of network, size of social network, quality of network and access to network significantly affected academic performance from most to least, respectively.Social implicationsThe results suggest strengthening intimate relationships and trust in the university environment, fostering continuous interactions between professors and students in informal networks and enhancing social trust for higher achievements at university.Originality/valueThis work has not been submitted or published anywhere else. The value of the study lies in the fact that social capital could lead to stronger relationship, higher motivation, knowledge sharing, support networks, collaborative learning and engagement in learning.
Manifesting learning in the workplace: an activity theoretical study of professional learning in preschool using active learning classrooms
Authors: Spante Maria , Moffitt Philip 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this study is the development of a methodology that draws on activity theory (AT) to assess educators’ and leaders’ professional learning in a pre-school setting.

Design/methodology/approach
The paper reports on a case study of professional development in an active learning classroom (ALC) where 20 professionals participated in a one-day writing workshop. AT was used to analyse the writing workshop as well as data from reflective writing, video recordings, interviews and surveys.

Findings
The paper shows that professional development is significantly influenced by a range of mediating technologies used in educational spaces such as the ALC. The mediated practice breaks normal work practice in the pre-school activity system and division of labour roles, and hierarchical positions and professional relationships. Such a break is considered to facilitate a manifestation of professional learning. However, it also poses a risk for organisational disruptions emphasising the need for diagnostic understanding when an ALC should be used for capturing workplace learning.

Practical implications
Structured writing workshops – taking place in ALCs – provide a suitable forum that breaks with routines, accelerates collective reflections and articulation of negotiated meaning and produces a common ground across hierarchical roles supporting collective professional development in the activity system.

Originality/value
Unlike previous research focusing on student perspectives, this study views these spaces as settings for professionals to recognise and solve developmental problems. It suggests that structured writing workshops in ALCs can accelerate collective reflection and support collective professional development across hierarchical roles.
Indirect corporate political strategy in cross-border acquisitions: influence of political affinity on target-dependent firm lobbying
Authors: Hasija Dinesh , Abdurakhmonov Mirzokhidjon , Brown Lee Warren , Liou Ru-Shiun 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
To mitigate the impact of legitimacy concerns, firms often depend on strategic partnerships that enable them to navigate both complex political landscapes and regulatory environments. In this paper, the authors expand research into the dynamics of indirect and collective forms of corporate political activities (CPA), particularly focusing on multinational enterprises (MNEs) originating from countries with low political affinity with the host country and its allies.

Design/methodology/approach
Using a sample consisting of 2,173 friendly acquisitions in the USA made by 1,612 foreign acquirers originating from 66 countries, the authors used Tobit regression analysis to test the direct and moderating hypotheses.

Findings
The empirical evidence shows that acquiring MNEs grappling with heightened legitimacy issues due to low political affinity between the involved countries are more inclined to leverage target firms for effective lobbying resources. This tendency is amplified when the multilateral political affinity between the home and the host country's allies is also considered.

Originality/value
The evolving nature of global politics and the increasing scrutiny of corporate-political interactions necessitate a deeper understanding of indirect CPA strategies. The findings of this research shed light on how bilateral and multilateral political relations affect MNEs’ corporate political activities, specifically in the form of indirect, collective lobbying.
Viscosity models of tri-hybrid non-Newtonian nanofluid with Cattaneo–Christov heat flux, thermal radiation, Ohmic heating and convective boundary condition
Authors: Chaudhary Santosh , Deshwal Jyoti 
Published: September 2024

PurposeThis study is to examine the impact of viscous dissipation, thermal radiation and Ohmic heating on the magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) flow with thermal and mass transport over a horizontally stretching surface. Cattaneo–Christov heat flux model on a non-Newtonian viscous fluid along with two viscosity models and convective boundary condition has been employed. Tri-hybrid nanofluid has been used to increase thermal performance.Design/methodology/approachGoverning mathematical model has been transposed into a dimensionless system of ordinary differential equations (ODEs) by applying suitable similarity transformation. Numerical solution has been found by applying the bvp4c shooting method in MATLAB software.FindingsVelocity and thermal profiles of Model-I dominate the profiles of Model-II whereas opposite behavior is noticed for concentration profiles. It is concluded that there is an increase in temperature due to thermal radiation, viscous dissipation and convective boundary condition.Originality/valueThe novelty of presented work is to examine the impact of Ohmic heating, viscous dissipation, thermal radiation, chemical reaction and two models of viscosity on Cattaneo–Christov heat flux model of tri-hybrid non-Newtonian nanofluid with convective boundary constraint. The accuracy and effectiveness of presented model have been compared with already published research.
Effects of corporate social responsibility on sustained competitive advantage: a moderated mediation model
Authors: Maheshwari H. , Jena Lalatendu Kesari , Priyadarshini R.G. , Kumar V. Vijay 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
This study aims more than just assess the direct relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustained competitive advantage (SCA). It explores the subtleties of how these impacts might be amplified or altered by socially responsible leadership (SRL). The study emphasizes how important community service (CS) is mediating this complicated connection.

Design/methodology/approach
In this study, a survey instrument tailored for employees of Indian private multinational corporations (MNCs) and public sector undertakings/government organizations (PSU/Govt. Orgn.) was used. A total of 517 questionnaires were used for subsequent analysis. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was then carried out on four self-reported scales to assess the discriminant validity of both samples. Subsequently, regression analysis was performed to check the effect of CSR on SCA, with CS acting as a mediator and SRL serving as a moderator.

Findings
The findings affirm that CS mediates the relationship between CSR and SCA. Simultaneously, SRL is identified as a moderator in the association between CS and SCA. The mediating role of CS in connecting CSR to SCA holds for both private and public sectors, highlighting the importance of community engagement. A notable observation is the limited prevalence of SRL among PSU/Govt. Orgn. respondents.

Research limitations/implications
This study emphasizes the pivotal role of CSR in transforming companies into socially responsible entities, thereby augmenting corporate reputation and goodwill. Furthermore, the influence of SRL is highlighted as a moderator in the CSR−SCA relationship, impacting both private and public organizations. This research presents a conceptual framework of moderated mediation, shedding light on the complex relationship between CSR and SCA.

Originality/value
This study illuminates the importance of CS and SRL as critical elements in achieving SCA by recognizing a gap in current research. This distinctive perspective enhances the study's originality, providing novel insights into the intricate interplay between CSR, CS, SRL and SCA.
The influence of transformational leadership on knowledge sharing of teachers: the roles of knowledge-centered culture and perceived organizational support
Authors: Hoang Tue Ngoc , Le Phong Ba 
Published: September 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to explore the effect of transformational leadership (TL) on tacit and explicit knowledge sharing (KS) of teachers through the mediating role of knowledge-centered school culture (KSC). This study also attempts to bring a deeper insight into the correlation between KSC and KS behaviors by exploring the moderating effect of perceived organizational support (POS).

Design/methodology/approach
The paper used a quantitative approach and structural equation modeling to examine the relationship among the latent factors in the research model using data collected from 293 teachers in Vietnamese universities.

Findings
The findings indicated that TL positively influences tacit and explicit KS behaviors of teachers directly or indirectly through its positive effect on KSC. In addition, the paper highlights the moderating role of POS in strengthening the impact of TL on tacit and explicit KS behaviors of teachers.

Research limitations/implications
This paper emphasizes the need to practice TL as an effective pathway to foster tacit and explicit KS behaviors of teachers in higher education.

Originality/value
The paper significantly contributes to enhancing understanding of the antecedent role of TL in fostering knowledge-centered culture and KS behaviors of teachers under the moderating effects of POS in higher education.
Analytic solutions for effective elastic moduli of isotropic solids containing oblate spheroid pores with critical porosity
Authors: Zong Zhaoyun , Chen Fubin , Yin Xingyao , Rezaee Reza , Gallais Théo Le 
Published: September 2024

AbstractAccurate characterization for effective elastic moduli of porous solids is crucial for better understanding their mechanical behaviour and wave propagation, which has found many applications in the fields of engineering, rock physics and exploration geophysics. We choose the spheroids with different aspect ratios to describe the various pore geometries in porous solids. The approximate equations for compressibility and shear compliance of spheroid pores and differential effective medium theory constrained by critical porosity are used to derive the asymptotic solutions for effective elastic moduli of the solids containing randomly oriented spheroids. The critical porosity in the new asymptotic solutions can be flexibly adjusted according to the elastic moduli – porosity relation of a real solid, thus extending the application of classic David‐Zimmerman model because it simply assumes the critical porosity is one. The asymptotic solutions are valid for the solids containing crack‐like oblate spheroids with aspect ratio < 0.3, nearly spherical pores (0.7 < < 1.3) and needle‐like prolate pores with > 3, instead of just valid in the limiting cases, for example perfectly spherical pores (= 1) and infinite thin cracks (0). The modelling results also show that the accuracies of asymptotic solutions are weakly affected by the critical porosity and grain Poisson's ratio , although the elastic moduli have appreciable dependency of and . We then use the approximate equations for pore compressibility and shear compliance as inputs into the Mori–Tanaka and Kuster–Toksoz theories and compare their calculations to our results from differential effective medium theory. By comparing the published laboratory measurements with modelled results, we validate our asymptotic solutions for effective elastic moduli.
Allan's A‐list: The Subscription List to Allan Ramsay's Poems of 1721
Authors: Pittock Murray 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThe new and first complete edition of the works of Allan Ramsay (1684–1758) in six volumes is beginning to draw renewed attention towards this important poet. This essay examines one of the key unexamined puzzles of his career: how an Edinburgh wigmaker apparently without any advantage of birth and connexions succeeded in gathering an enormously distinguished subscription list — including nearly sixty peers and eight dukes — for his first key collection of poems. The answer lies both in the powerful and interlocking networks which Ramsay had inherited, cultivated, or adopted and in the particular culture and political moment in post‐Union Edinburgh in which he came to maturity. Ramsay's key network groups are discussed under four headings: Jacobites; friends and clubs; local dignitaries, family links, professionals and merchants; patronage and wider artistic networks.