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Unsteady and porous media flow of reactive non-Newtonian fluids subjected to buoyancy and suction/injection
Authors: Chinyoka Tirivanhu , Makinde Daniel Oluwole 
Published: September 2015

Purpose– The purpose of this paper is to examine the unsteady pressure-driven flow of a reactive third-grade non-Newtonian fluid in a channel filled with a porous medium. The flow is subjected to buoyancy, suction/injection asymmetrical and convective boundary conditions.Design/methodology/approach– The authors assume that exothermic chemical reactions take place within the flow system and that the asymmetric convective heat exchange with the ambient at the surfaces follow Newton’s law of cooling. The authors also assume unidirectional suction injection flow of uniform strength across the channel. The flow system is modeled via coupled non-linear partial differential equations derived from conservation laws of physics. The flow velocity and temperature are obtained by solving the governing equations numerically using semi-implicit finite difference methods.Findings– The authors present the results graphically and draw qualitative and quantitative observations and conclusions with respect to various parameters embedded in the problem. In particular the authors make observations regarding the effects of bouyancy, convective boundary conditions, suction/injection, non-Newtonian character and reaction strength on the flow velocity, temperature, wall shear stress and wall heat transfer.Originality/value– The combined fluid dynamical, porous media and heat transfer effects investigated in this paper have to the authors’ knowledge not been studied. Such fluid dynamical problems find important application in petroleum recovery.
Insurance vsTakaful: identical sides of a coin?
Authors: Nahar Hairul Suhaimi 
Published: September 2015

Purpose– The purposes of this paper are threefold. First, it aims to argue normatively how Shari’ah precepts governingTakafuloperations are translated into (rightfully) different accounting and reporting ofTakafuloperators. Second, it provides a critical review of the available and applicable accounting and reporting standards and guidelines related toTakafulin the Malaysian context. The third objective which constitutes the empirical piece of this paper centred on the basic numerical evidence obtained from the survey of final-year accounting students with regards to their ability in identifying the basic (dis)similarities in accounting and reporting betweenTakafuland insurance based on the published financial statements.Design/methodology/approach– A mixed-mode research approach was adopted covering archival document reviews and focused group survey.Findings– Findings are arguably informative and relevant to diverse stakeholders. First, the missing jigsaw puzzle representing accounting and reporting in theTakafulliterature is uncovered by extending the explanations ofTakaful-insurance conceptual and operational differences to that of accounting and reporting. The essence primarily lies on the different operational set-up attributed to the elements of gharar, maisir and riba. Second, the comparative analysis of accounting and reporting rules indicates that AAOIFI standards are less detailed in terms of accounting treatment over certain areas ofTakafuloperations (e.g. Re-Takaful), but these are more holistic, focused and specific in some other relatively important reporting areas reflecting the unique nature ofTakafuloperations. Third, findings based on the MalaysianTakafulaccounting and reporting guideline suggest that accounting and reporting betweenTakafuland insurance are perceived to be a coin having monographic characteristics on both sides.Originality/value– The research explicitly extends and highlights the impact of Shari’ah precepts governingTakaful’s operational nature on its accounting and reporting. It also provides empirical evidence on the nature of Malaysian-basedTakafulaccounting and reporting guidelines which mirror its insurance counterpart.
Lean implementation within SMEs: a literature review
Authors: Hu Qing , Mason Robert , Williams Sharon J. , Found Pauline 
Published: September 2015

Purpose– Lean business ideology has been one of the recent dominant research areas in operations management. However, there is a dearth of research focusing on Lean in small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The purpose of this paper is to fill this gap by systematically reviewing the literature in relation to the implementation of Lean in SMEs.Design/methodology/approach– Tranfieldet al.’s (2003) systematic review methodology was employed covering three stages: planning, conducting and reporting/dissemination.Findings– A descriptive analysis of the papers reviewed is provided. From the thematic analysis of the literature four main themes are identified: the scope/type of Lean being adopted by SMEs, how Lean is used in SMEs, the impact of Lean implementation on SMEs and the critical success factors for Lean implementation in SMEs. Key inhibitors and enablers related to firm size when implementing Lean are also identified in the concluding discussion.Research limitations/implications– Nine recommendations for future research are developed associated with Lean implementation in SMEs.Practical implications– The authors suggest SMEs to integrate organisational factors such as employee empowerment and the development of a supportive strategy into their Lean implementation plans. A preliminary “Staircase Road Map” to guide SMEs in implementing Lean is also developed.Originality/value– This paper goes beyond previous literature reviews of Lean by systematically and critically evaluating key themes of Lean implementation within an SME environment. It not only provides a road map for SME owners/managers who intend to implement Lean, but also provides the academic community with an agenda for future research.
The impact of cultural differences on technology transfer
Authors: Nguyen Nguyen Thi Duc , Aoyama Atsushi 
Published: September 2015

Purpose– The purpose of this paper is to quantitatively evaluate which of the elements of five management practice constructs – management commitment, quality practice, team-based work, training, and sharing and understanding – can significantly lessen the adverse impact of cultural differences on efficient technology transfer.Design/methodology/approach– Exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and structural equation modeling multigroup analysis are used to analyze structured survey data from 223 Japanese manufacturing subsidiaries in Vietnam.Findings– The following are the primary factors that moderate the adverse impact of cultural difference on efficient technology transfer: employees’ understanding of quality; top managements’ communication of clear goals and procedures for technology transfer; the nature of the collaborative teamwork and frequent communication about technical issues among Japanese experts and Vietnamese staff; sending of key Vietnamese technical staff to Japan for technological seminars and on-the-job training while providing them with the appropriate materials and guidelines.Practical implications– Although cultural diversity’s impact on technology transfer may never be problem-free, Japanese and Vietnamese managers should be aware of the effects of differing cultural values and use the appropriate interfaces to minimize cultural problems, maintain a cooperative environment, and transform cultural values into business value.Originality/value– Cross-cultural technology transfer research, from the knowledge-based perspective, has produced interesting findings but has not yet identified which managerial elements effectively reduce the adverse impact of cultural difference on efficient technology transfer. This study addresses that shortcoming through the organizational learning perspective.
Development of a Generic decision support system based on multi-Objective Optimisation for Green supply chain network design (GOOG)
Authors: Boonsothonsatit Kanda , Kara Sami , Ibbotson Suphunnika , Kayis Berman 
Published: September 2015

Purpose
– The purpose of this paper is to propose a Generic decision support system which is based on multi-Objective Optimisation for Green supply chain network design (GOOG). It aims to support decision makers to design their supply chain networks using three key objectives: the lowest cost and environmental impact and the shortest lead time by incorporating the decision maker’s inputs.

Design/methodology/approach
– GOOG aims to suggest the best-fitted parameters for supply chain partners and manufacturing plant locations, their order allocations, and appropriate transportation modes and lot-sizes for cradle-to-gate. It integrates Fuzzy Goal Programming and weighted max-min operator for trade-off conflicting objectives and overcome fuzziness in specifying target values of individual objectives. It is solved using exact algorithm and validated using an industrial case study.

Findings
– The comparative analysis between actual, three single-objective, and multi-objective decisions showed that GOOG is capable to optimising three objectives namely cost, lead time, and environmental impact.

Research limitations/implications
– Further, GOOG requires validation for different supply chain scenarios and manufacturing strategic decisions. It can improve by including multi-echelon supply chain networks, entire life cycle and relevant environmental legislations.

Practical implications
– GOOG helps the decision makers to configuring those supply chain parameters whilst minimising those three objectives.

Social implications
– Companies can use GOOG as a tool to strategically select their supply chain that reduces their footprint and stop rebound effect which imposes significant impact to the society.

Originality/value
– GOOG includes overlooked in the previous study in order to achieve the objectives set. It is flexible for the decision makers to change the relative weightings of the inputs for those contradicting objectives.
Has the SEC become the “Whistleblower’s Advocate”?
Authors: Chan Peter K.M. , Greer Amy J. 
Published: September 2015

Purpose
– This article serves as a timely alert to public companies and financial institutions of their potential risk exposure in light of the SEC’s aggressive interpretation of the Dodd-Frank whistleblower provisions. In particular, the article highlights the need of entities to ensure that their employment agreements, confidentiality provisions, and codes of conduct do not violate Dodd-Frank by inadvertently discouraging whistleblowing by their employees.

Design/methodology/approach
– This article analyzes a recent and important speech by SEC Chair Mary Jo White regarding the SEC’s ongoing efforts to be the advocate of whistleblowers.

Findings
– This article finds that the SEC will continue its role in protecting whistleblowers, including ongoing enforcement scrutiny of employment agreements and similar provisions that may discourage whistleblowers.

Practical implications
– Among other things, this article highlights risk areas for public companies and financial institutions to address based on Chair White’s recent speech.

Originality/value
– This article provides insights from two former SEC enforcement attorneys on an area that is of great concern to public companies and financial institutions in light of the increased focus by SEC enforcement.
SEC proposes “pay-for-performance” disclosure rule
Authors: Engvall David H. , Hooper Reid S. , Gumbs Keir D. , Martin David B.H. 
Published: September 2015

Purpose
– To outline and summarize the new disclosure requirements under the Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposed pay-for-performance rule, as mandated by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.

Design/methodology/approach
– This article highlights the proposed new disclosure requirements, while briefly discussing the technical requirements under the rule. The article concludes with a summary of the next steps in the rulemaking process followed by our observations of various issues raised by the proposed new disclosure requirement.

Findings
– While the contours of any new disclosure requirements will depend on the specifics of the final rule, the pay-for-performance rule, as proposed, would represent a significant new annual disclosure obligation for many public companies.

Originality/value
– Practical guidance from experienced securities and capital markets attorneys.
SEC adopts regulation systems compliance and integrity
Authors: Burns James , Bullitt Georgia , Kramer Howard , Habert Jack , Doench James 
Published: September 2015

Purpose
– To explain the requirements of Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (“Regulation SCI”) and the new responsibilities of organizations defined as “SCI entities.”

Design/methodology/approach
– Explains the purpose of Regulation SCI, the responsibilities of SCI entities, systems covered by the rules (“SCI systems”), and specific obligations of SCI entities, including the establishment and periodic review of policies and procedures, compliance with the Exchange Act, designation of “responsible SCI personnel,” appropriate corrective action in response to “SCI events,” notification of systems changes, annual “SCI reviews,” business continuity and disaster recovery testing, and recordkeeping and filing. Discusses future implications for SCI Entities and other market participants.

Findings
– Regulation SCI launches a broad and extensive overlay of rules and guidance to address systems capacity and integrity issues that have increasingly affected the securities markets. The adoption of this regulation suggests that there will continue to be increased scrutiny by the SEC, FINRA and other regulators of the automated systems and related policies and procedures of all market participants.

Practical implications
– SCI entities will need to devote considerable attention and resources not just to prevent incidents where possible, but also to establish systems for ensuring thorough compliance and well-documented and reasonable follow-up actions where necessary. All market professionals – including broker-dealers, investment advisers, pension funds and investment companies – should study the new regulation and consider adopting appropriate policies and procedures to address operating as well as cyber security issues with respect to their own critical operating technology.

Originality/value
– Practical guidance from experienced financial services lawyers.
Where, how, who? Some questions for restorative justice
Authors: Edwards Phil 
Published: September 2015

Purpose– The purpose of this paper is to analyse the settings, mechanisms and beneficiaries of restorative justice, querying whether a single procedure can have the wide-ranging benefits – to victims, offenders and the broader community – which have been attributed to restorative justice.Design/methodology/approach– The paper assesses the claims made for restorative justice in the light of contemporary British experience, taking evidence from the published evaluations of three Home Office-funded restorative justice schemes (Shaplandet al., 2004, 2006a, 2007, 2008).Findings– It is found that ideas of community have played little part in restorative justice practice in Britain, but that restorative justice may benefit both victims and offenders. Given the differing needs of the two groups, it is suggested that this may be conditional on the prior articulation of relationships of interdependency – which in turn may strengthen informal communities.Originality/value– This paper clarifies the distinct benefits offered by restorative justice to victims and offenders, and reconceptualises the relationship between successful restorative justice practice and informal community relationships.
Incentive for insincerity – pre-sentence restorative justice: in whose interests?
Authors: Jones Gareth , Creaney Sean 
Published: September 2015

Purpose– The purpose of the paper is twofold. First it examines the use of restorative practices in the Youth Justice System. Second the paper seeks to critically assess the benefits of Restorative Justice (RJ) at the pre-sentence stage in England and Wales, particularly in terms of its ethical and practical application.Design/methodology/approach– The paper takes the form of a conceptual analysis. The authors draw principally on the experiences of a small scale pilot into the use of pre-sentence RJ and data from in-depth interviews with one of the pilot sites. A snapshot survey and discussions with a Youth Offending Team piloting pre-sentence RJ was also undertaken.Findings– The authors find that the level of personal involvement of victims in RJ has fallen short of expectations. The authors note that if there is to be reduced stress and trauma for victims participation needs to be independent of coercion or reward. Offenders who are lacking in sincerity should not be coerced or pressured into accepting pre-sentence RJ as this could, despite benign intents, exacerbate feelings of anger and distress for victims. The authors also note the importance of practitioners being properly trained in RJ conferencing as they have a fundamental part to play in mitigating against some of the potential risks.Practical implications– The paper identifies issues and ambiguities with pre-sentence RJ and examines in detail the complexities of working in such an environment. The paper will be of use to local and potentially national decision makers and commissioners of RJ programmes.Originality/value– The authors explore the under researched concept and delivery of pre-sentence RJ.
Restorative justice a postcode lottery? – availability and quality of service
Authors: Acton Ellie 
Published: September 2015

Purpose
– The reinvigoration of restorative justice (RJ) within criminal justice has brought with it many opportunities but also significant challenges. The purpose of this paper is to explore the current considerations when providing a quality RJ service that meet the needs of victim, offender the community and the criminal justice system.

Design/methodology/approach
– This paper is a personal viewpoint of the author obtained from working nationally in the criminal justice arena specifically advising on RJ to police forces, police and crime commissioners and others.

Findings
– Findings suggest the provision of RJ in the UK is patchy, and the provision of a quality provision even more of a challenge.

Practical implications
– Consideration given to the need for quality not to be sacrificed in the advancement of RJ and some of the implications of this.

Originality/value
– Offers perspectives on the application of RJ in new and rapidly growing arenas.
Icaritin inhibits the invasion and epithelial‐to‐mesenchymal transition of glioblastoma cells by targeting EMMPRIN via PTEN/AKt/HIF‐1α signalling
Authors: Xu Bo , Jiang Chuanwu , Han Hongxing , Liu Hong , Tang Ming , Liu Longxi , Ji Wenyan , Lu Xuechao , Yang Xiuli , Zhang Yunxu , Liu Yongji 
Published: September 2015

SummaryIcaritin, a hydrolytic product of icariin from the Epimedium genus, exerts anti‐tumour effects on a variety of tumour cell types, mainly by inhibiting cell proliferation and inducing apoptosis. However, little is known about the role of icaritin in cancer invasion and epithelial‐to‐mesenchymal transition (EMT). In the present study, the glioblastoma (GBM) cell line U87MG was used as a model to investigate the effects of icaritin on the invasion and EMT of cancer cells. The results showed that icaritin significantly inhibited the invasion and EMT of GBM cells by targeting extracellular matrix metalloproteinase (EMMPRIN). Furthermore, the findings strongly indicate that the modulatory effect of icaritin on EMMPRIN is mediated via the PTEN/Akt/HIF‐1α signalling pathway. The data provide the first experimental evidence of the inhibitory effect of icaritin on cancer cell invasion and EMT, thus highlighting the potential of icaritin to be employed as a promising anti‐cancer agent in the treatment of GBM.
Salmon Protamine Decreases Serum and Liver Lipid Contents by Inhibiting Lipid Absorption in an In Vitro Gastrointestinal Digestion Model and in Rats
Authors: Hosomi Ryota , Miyauchi Kazumasa , Yamamoto Daiki , Arai Hirofumi , Nishiyama Toshimasa , Yoshida Munehiro , Fukunaga Kenji 
Published: September 2015

AbstractProtamine has been used as an antiheparin drug and a natural preservative in various food products. However, limited studies have evaluated the physicochemical and functional properties of protamine. Hence, we assessed the mechanisms underlying the inhibition of lipid absorption following salmon protamine intake in in vitro and in vivo studies. In initial experiments, a salmon protamine hydrolyzate (PH) was prepared using in vitro simulated gastrointestinal digestion suppressed pancreatic lipase activity and micellar cholesterol solubility. This PH had higher bile acid‐binding capacity and emulsion breakdown activity than casein hydrolyzate and l‐arginine. However, the hypolipidemic functions of protamine were dramatically reduced by pancreatin digestion. In further experiments, groups of male Wistar rats were fed an AIN‐93G diet containing 5% (wt/wt) salmon protamine or a protamine amino acid mixture. After 4 wk of feeding with experimental diets, reductions in serum and liver triacylglycerol (TAG) and cholesterol contents were observed in the presence of protamine, reflecting inhibition of TAG, cholesterol, and bile acid absorption. These data suggest that the formation of insoluble PH–bile acid complexes is critical before the bile acid‐binding capacity is reduced. Therefore, dietary salmon protamine may ameliorate lifestyle‐related diseases such as hyperlipidemia and obesity.
Chemical Typification of the Sugarcane Spirits Produced in São Paulo State
Authors: Serafim F. A. T. , Reche R. V. , Franco D. W. 
Published: September 2015

AbstractTo typify São Paulo State sugarcane spirits, 37 chemical compounds were analyzed in 81 Brazilian sugarcane spirits (cachaça), which were produced in different cities from São Paulo State. Among these samples, 56 were distilled in copper alembics, and the other 25 were distilled in steel columns. Hierarchical cluster analysis and principal component analysis were performed with both chemical data sets. The chemical profiles of the cachaças distilled in the column apparatus formed 4 specific clusters, which correspond to 4 distinct geographic regions of São Paulo State. For the cachaças that were distilled in copper alembics, 2 cachaça clusters were formed; however, no correlation between their respective chemical similarities and geographical origins was observed.