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Commitment to organizational change in a Chinese context
Authors: Jing Runtian , Lin Xie Jia , Ning Jing 
Published: October 2014

Purpose– The purpose of this paper is to examine the antecedents (psychological contract and perceived reasons for change) and consequences (work behaviors and well-being) of employees’ commitment to organizational change.Design/methodology/approach– The authors developed a conceptual model of the antecedents and consequences of commitment to organizational change. In Study 1, based on interviews, the authors developed an instrument to measure the construct “reasons for change.” In Study 2, the authors collected questionnaire data from 228 employees of a Chinese telecom company undergoing organizational changes and tested the conceptual model using structural equation modeling.Findings– The results showed that the strength of a relational contract (one form of psychological contract) was positively related to normative commitment to change and negatively related to continuance commitment to change. External reasons for change were positively related to affective and normative commitment to change, whereas internal reasons for change were negatively related to affective commitment to change and positively related to continuance commitment to change. Affective commitment was negatively related to exit and aggressive voice. Continuance commitment was positively related to emotional exhaustion, and normative commitment was negatively related to emotional exhaustion.Research limitations/implications– The single-source cross-sectional design limits the robustness of the conclusions drawn from the findings. Two promising avenues were opened for further research: the interaction of employees’ commitment to change at different levels and the process of social construction of perceived reasons for change.Practical implications– To facilitate employee commitment to change, organizations should cultivate relational contracts with their employees and attend to the “framing effects” of employees’ perceptions of reasons for change.Social implications– This study contributes to the understanding of the relationship between employer-employee relations and employee well-being in Chinese society. It suggests that healthy employer-employee relations are beneficial for employee well-being. Moreover, Chinese firms should pay more attention to the changes occurring inside and outside their organizations, which are related to the psychological health of their employees.Originality/value– The study highlights the importance of relational contracts between an organization and its employees during organizational change process. Moreover, it is among the first to examine the relationship between employees’ perceived reasons for change and their commitment to change.
SEC settles with adviser over failure to consider account aggregation requests in applying fee breakpoint discounts
Authors: Galloway Jackson , Griffin Nicole 
Published: October 2014

Purpose
– To review SEC enforcement action taken against an adviser over: failure to grant advisory fee breakpoint discounts based on the aggregation of related accounts requested by clients and related deficiencies in the adviser’s administration of the account aggregation feature.

Design/methodology/approach
– Review and summarize the SEC’s finding’s regarding the adviser’s advisory fee breakpoint discount program, deficiencies in the program identified in SEC examinations, resulting violations of the Investment Advisers Act and its rules, the adviser’s remedial efforts and undertakings, and the sanctions imposed.

Findings
– This settlement provides an important reminder for registered investment advisers of the need to fully address deficiencies identified in SEC examinations and of the attention paid by SEC inspection staff to client fees as a core examination area.

Originality/value
– Practical explanation from experienced financial services lawyers.
Recent regulatory developments provide some clarifications regarding the market access rule for broker-dealers
Authors: H. Newman Bruce , Mitchell Elizabeth , R. Nicolas Stephanie , Owens Andre , E. Bashur Ashley 
Published: October 2014

Purpose
– To provide an overview of recent developments relating to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s Market Access Rule, Rule 15c3-5 promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Design/methodology/approach
– Provides a brief overview of the Rule’s requirements; highlights key points of guidance from the Frequently Asked Questions released by the Staff of the SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets in April 2014; and discusses the SEC’s first enforcement actions for alleged violations of the Rule, which include a settlement with Knight Capital Americas, LLC and administrative and cease-and-desist proceedings instituted against Wedbush Securities, Inc.

Findings
– The SEC has prioritized its focus on Rule 15c3-5, which has resulted in the issuance of FAQs and enforcement actions against broker-dealers for violations of the Rule. While the FAQs and the Knight Capital settlement provide some insight into the Enforcement Staff’s view of what the Rule requires, there are still areas where the substantive requirements are not entirely clear.

Originality/value
– Practical guidance from experienced securities lawyers that consolidates several recent developments in one piece.
High-frequency traders: a review of the challenges in registering them as dealers
Authors: Fitterman Mark , Sandoval Ignacio 
Published: October 2014

Purpose
– To describe some of the challenges that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will face in requiring that high-frequency traders register as dealers.

Design/methodology/approach
– This paper provides a brief overview of the dealer-trader distinction, an analytical framework under which some high-frequency traders have avoided registration with the SEC as dealers. It then explains the difficulties the SEC will encounter in bringing high-frequency traders within its regulatory umbrella as dealers. In particular, the paper outlines some of the interpretive challenges the SEC encounter as well as challenges to justifying the economics of any proposal.

Findings
– While the SEC has yet to formally propose rules in this area, the interpretive vehicle it uses could have repercussions for other market participants that rely on the dealer-trader distinction to avoid having to register as dealers with the SEC.

Originality/value
– The paper provides practical insights into the issues the SEC will have to address if it proposes to bring high-frequency traders within its regulatory umbrella as dealers. In addition, it provides a concise overview of the dealer-trader distinction based on statements by the SEC and its staff.
Geographic information systems (GIS) and libraries: concepts, services and resources
Authors: Elliott Rory 
Published: October 2014

Purpose
– This paper aims to provide an introduction to core geographic information systems (GIS) concepts, prominent GIS software, the role of libraries in providing GIS services and support and resources for professional library staff to increase GIS knowledge and skills to fulfill the mission of serving the information needs of library patrons.

Design/methodology/approach
– This paper provides an overview of GISs core concepts and terminologies, Library GIS services and resources for library staff development.

Findings
– As GISs are being used by researchers in an ever-growing number of disciplines, librarians must increase their proficiency with geospatial technologies.

Originality/value
– While GISs have been used by certain researcher populations for some time, the increased use of such geospatial technologies creates a need for librarians who possess the skills and knowledge to assist patrons with their GIS needs. This paper introduces professional library staff to important GIS concepts, potential GIS services and resources to increase library staff’s competence with GISs.
On the horizon: digital imaging and CE week in New York
Authors: Kesselman Martin 
Published: October 2014

Purpose
– This conference report aims to review the events that took place at consumer electronics (CE) Week in New York in June that included a one-day symposium on digital imaging. The author shares his impressions and provides ideas for library applications.

Design/methodology/approach
– Original conference report with author impressions.

Findings
– Conference report discussion.

Originality/value
– Everything in this report is original and is based on the impressions of the author.
The “Barolo brothers”
Authors: Monti Alberto , Salvemini Severino 
Published: October 2014

Purpose– The case introduces the evolution and diversification of the Ceretto family business from the production and distribution of their own wines to the opening of two restaurants and the promotion of cultural and artistic projects. The case provides specific details about how strategic decisions were made. In particular, it shows how non-economic factors such as founders’ identity and personal relationships can shape the choice of new ventures and the formation of alliances. Since the second generation of the family joined the company, the case is useful to highlight the succession process in a family-owned company. The paper aims to discuss these issues.Design/methodology/approach– Due to the exploratory nature of the study the authors adopted a qualitative approach. Information was collected through secondary data and semi-structured, face-to-face interviews with family members and the company's top management. The case explores from a theoretical and empirical point of view the entrepreneurial decision-making process and how it affects the evolution of the company strategy.Findings– The case illustrates the role of founders’ (organizational) identity and of social relationships in influencing the diversification of the company and its partnership strategy.Research limitations/implications– The research strategy does not allow generalizations.Originality/value– The case integrates strategic alliances literature highlighting the importance of the nature of the tie existing between companies before the alliance is set and of the decision makers’ identity in shaping partnerships’ choice. The case is useful in entrepreneurship and managing small or family business courses but also for students attending management of foods and beverage or cultural management courses.
Researching collective identity through stories and antestories
Authors: Susanne Johansen Trine 
Published: October 2014

Purpose– Situated in scholarship on narrative and antenarrative, the purpose of this paper is to develop central assumptions of an (ante)narrative approach to collective identity research and to reflexively address the methodological questions such an approach raises for producing and analysing (ante)stories. (Ante)stories include proper stories with chronology and plot as well as antestories which are fragmented and incomplete.Design/methodology/approach– Based on a concrete research project exploring collective identity as narratively constructed in negotiation between organizational insiders and outsiders, emphasis is placed on elements related to the production and analysis of (ante)stories. Challenges of the applied (ante)narrative methodology are addressed focusing on three central questions: where do (ante)stories come from? Whose (ante)stories are told? And whose storied constructions of collective identity are explored?Findings– The (ante)narrative methodology allows for a broad approach to producing and analysing (ante)stories. Consequently, it provides a rich understanding of the narrative practice of constructing collective identity. However, it also raises questions relating to the role of the researcher in the analytic process.Research limitations/implications– Implications include the necessity of developing analytic methods that take the fragmented, incoherent and dynamic nature of storytelling into account as well as reflect the researcher as a co-teller. Moreover, it is suggested that there is a need for developing a set of alternative evaluation criteria to accompany such methods.Originality/value– To present and reflexively discuss (ante)narrative as a research methodology within collective identity research.
Cooperation, Trust and Economic Development: An Experimental Study in China
Authors: Shen Junyi , Qin Xiangdong 
Published: October 2014

AbstractMany previous empirical studies have suggested that cooperation and trust affect economic growth. However, the precise relationship between trust and cooperation (i.e. whether trust leads to cooperation or cooperation leads to trust) remains unclear and it is not known how the level of economic development affects the level of cooperation and trust. Using a combination of public goods, gambling game and trust game experiments, we investigate the links among cooperation, trust and economic development in four regions of China. Our results suggest that, first, there is a U‐shaped or V‐shaped relationship between cooperation and economic development. Second, on the one hand, cooperation leads to trust, and on the other hand, more cooperative behaviour may be created by rewarding trusting behaviour. Third, men are more cooperative and trusting than women. Furthermore, we find that the widely used ‘GSS trust’ question from the General Social Survey (GSS) does not predict either cooperation or trust, whereas the questions ‘GSS fair’ and ‘GSS help’ have weak predictive power for trusting behaviour but not for cooperative behaviour.
Overexpression of eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E‐binding protein 1 induces the alteration of immune status in H1299 lung cancer cells
Authors: Li Lei , Zhang Li , Liu Dan , Cheng Yue , Jing Yu‐ting , Yu He , Zhou Ping , Song Juan , Li Wei‐min 
Published: October 2014

AbstractBackgroundEukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E‐binding protein 1 (4E‐BP1) is an important factor regulating protein translation. It also impacts proliferation, apoptosis, invasion, and the cell cycle of cancer cells. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between 4E‐BP1 and human immune status, recognizing immunomodulatory molecules involved in the overexpression of 4E‐BP1.MethodsA lentivirus expression system was used to overexpress 4E‐BP1 in the H1299 cell line. Western blot was performed to investigate the expression level of 4E‐BP1 and P‐4E‐BP1, and quantitative polymerase chain reaction was used to quantify gene expression of immunomodulatory molecules.ResultsThe expression level of 4E‐BP1 increased significantly after lentivirus infection (P < 0.05). Overexpression of 4E‐BP1 upregulated the expression of interleukin (IL)‐1β (P < 0.05), IL‐5 (P < 0.001), IL‐23 (P < 0.001), macrophage inflammatory protein‐1β (P < 0.001), Eota‐3 (P < 0.05), and MCP‐4 (P < 0.05). Most of the increases were observed at the seventh day. The variation trend of IL‐10, cell division cycle protein 2, proliferating cell nuclear antigen, and phosphatase and tensin homolog was not clear.ConclusionOverexpression of 4E‐BP1 altered immune status by upregulating the expression of a series of immunomodulatory molecules, indicating that 4E‐BP1 could serve as a potential therapeutic target against cancer.
Conflicting or complementary role of computed tomography (CT) and positron emission tomography (PET)/CT in the assessment of thymic cancer and thymoma: our experience and literature review
Authors: Scagliori Elena , Evangelista Laura , Panunzio Annalori , Calabrese Fiorella , Nannini Nazarena , Polverosi Roberta , Pomerri Fabio 
Published: October 2014

AbstractBackgroundTo evaluate the role of computed tomography (CT) and positron emission tomography (PET)/CT in patients with thymic cancer and thymoma at initial staging.MethodsWe retrospectively reviewed CT and PET/CT scans of 26 patients with a thymic cancer (n = 9) or thymoma (n = 17). Chest CT findings documented were qualitative and quantitative. Both qualitative and semiquantitative data were recovered by PET/CT. The comparisons among histological entities, outcome, and qualitative data from CT and PET/CT were made by non‐parametric analysis.ResultsPET/CT resulted positive in 15/17 patients with thymoma. CT was available in 5/9 (56%) patients with thymic cancer and in 3/17 with thymoma. All quantitative CT parameters were significantly higher in patients with thymic cancer than thymoma (maximum axial diameter: 45 vs. 20 mm, maximum longitudinal diameter: 69 vs. 21 mm and volume: 77.91 vs. 4.52 mL; all P < 0.05). Conversely, only metabolic tumor volume (MTV) and total lesion glycolysis were significantly different in patients with thymic cancer than thymoma (126.53 vs. 6.03 cm3 and 246.05 vs. 20.32, respectively; both P < 0.05). After a median follow‐up time of 17.45 months, four recurrences of disease occurred: three in patients with thymic cancer and one with a type B2 thymoma. CT volume in patients with recurrent disease was 102.19 mL versus a median value of 62.5 mL in six disease‐free patients. MTV was higher in the recurrent than disease‐free patient subset (143.3 vs. 81.13 cm3), although not statistically significant (P = 0.075).ConclusionOur preliminary results demonstrated that both morphological and metabolic volume could be useful from a diagnostic and prognostic point of view in thymic cancer and thymoma patients. A large multi‐center clinical trial experience for confirming the findings of this study seems mandatory.
Effects of nutritional components on aging
Authors: Lee Dongyeop , Hwang Wooseon , Artan Murat , Jeong Dae‐Eun , Lee Seung‐Jae 
Published: October 2014

SummaryNutrients including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, and minerals regulate various physiological processes and are essential for the survival of organisms. Reduced overall caloric intake delays aging in various organisms. However, the role of each nutritional component in the regulation of lifespan is not well established. In this review, we describe recent studies focused on the regulatory role of each type of nutrient in aging. Moreover, we will discuss how the amount or composition of each nutritional component may influence longevity or health in humans.
Preparing for the future: An examination of healthcare provider and patient communication regarding childhood cancer survivorship
Authors: Lamanna J. , Trapp S. , Russell C. , Stern M. 
Published: October 2014

AbstractBackgroundThis qualitative, exploratory study examines the content of communication between healthcare providers (HCP) and childhood cancer patients (CCP) during a medical appointment to evaluate the extent to which cancer survivorship issues (medical and psychosocial) are discussed.MethodsThe content of the communication for 16 CCP ages 10–22 and their HCP were examined via audio recorded medical appointments occurring within 6 months of the end of active cancer treatment. The data were analysed using template analysis, a constructivist‐interpretivist qualitative approach.ResultsHCP addressed more medically focused than psychosocially focused issues related to survivorship.ConclusionsMost discussions of survivorship are medically focused, potentially leaving patients with little information about future psychosocial functioning. Recommendations for future research on enhancing discussions about psychosocial issues are presented. This research has the potential to inform future interventions to enhance patient–provider communication on survivorship issues.
Lung squamous carcinoma with two paraneoplastic syndromes: dermatomyositis and Lambert–Eaton myasthenic syndrome
Authors: Dai Yuanrong , Li Ping , Yan Sunshun , Xia Xiaodong , Li Zhixiong , Xia Mengling 
Published: October 2014

AbstractBackground and AimParaneoplastic syndrome is a disease or symptom that is the consequence of cancer in the body but, unlike mass effect, is not due to the local presence of cancer cells. An overlap of two paraneoplastic syndromes secondary to lung cancer in a patient is very rare. In order to improve the diagnosis of two paraneoplastic syndromes secondary to lung cancer, we reported an overlap of two paraneoplastic syndromes secondary to lung squamous carcinoma in a patient.MethodsWe reported a case of a 60‐year‐old male smoker who presented multiple erythematous lesions for 6 months with progressive proximal muscular weakness, and developed to dysphonia in 2 months. His chest computed tomography showed a spiculate pulmonary nodule near the hilar in the right upper lobe and mediastinal lymph nodes enlargement. Lung biopsy showed squamous cell carcinoma. The patient's blood test revealed elevated creatine kinase levels. Electromyography results were consistent with moderate myopathy accompanied with a pattern suggestive of Lambert–Eaton myasthenic syndrome.ResultsSo we made the diagnosis of an overlap of two paraneoplastic syndromes (dermatomyositis and Lambert–Eaton myasthenic syndrome) secondary to lung squamous carcinoma.ConclusionRecognition of paraneoplastic syndrome is crucial for early diagnosis of lung cancer because up to 80% of patients may present paraneoplastic syndromes before any other direct indication of malignancy. Early diagnosis and treatment of paraneoplastic syndrome is also important because delayed diagnosis may result in rapid disease progression and irreversible neurological damage.
Tuberculous pleuritis secondary to Mycobacterium bovis in a veterinarian
Authors: Corcoran John P. , Hallifax Robert J. , Bettinson Henry V. , Psallidas Ioannis , Rahman Najib M. 
Published: October 2014

AbstractMycobacterium bovis is a rare cause of tuberculosis in humans, but should be considered in individuals at risk secondary to medical comorbidities (notably immunocompromise) or occupational exposure. Most cases are secondary to reactivation of latent infection in elderly individuals although cases of primary infection still occur, usually involving animal‐to‐human transmission. Pleural fluid culture in the context of suspected tuberculous pleuritis is frequently negative and pleural biopsy significantly increases the likelihood of confirming the diagnosis histologically and microbiologically. Although thoracoscopic biopsies are the reference standard, closed pleural biopsies are an appropriate and more accessible alternative in the majority of cases – these should be done under direct ultrasound guidance to maximise diagnostic yield. Treatment for M. bovis infection is with prolonged combination anti‐tuberculous therapy, using an alternative to pyrazinamide as the organism is inherently resistant to this drug.