bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Deception in Experiments: Towards Guidelines on use in Applied Economics Research
Authors: Rousu Matthew C. , Colson Gregory , Corrigan Jay R. , Grebitus Carola , Loureiro Maria L. 
Published: March 2015

AbstractMany applied economics journals ban the use of deception in experiments, which contrasts with the policies in other academic disciplines. We examine the cases for and against deception, and describe the ways deception can be employed in applied economics experiments. We create a general ranking of harms from deception in experiments and present evidence from a survey (conducted in summer 2014) of agricultural and applied economists eliciting attitudes towards ten different deceptive practices. Survey respondents view inflicting physical or psychological harm on participants and not making promised payments as the most severe forms of deception. Less severe forms of deception include providing participants with incomplete product information and conducting an experiment using participants who are not aware they are part of an experiment. Finally, we provide recommendations for policies addressing deception in experiments.
Using pop-up satellite archival tags to inform selectivity in fisheries stock assessment models: a case study for the blue shark in the South Atlantic Ocean
Authors: Carvalho Felipe , Ahrens Robert , Murie Debra , Bigelow Keith , Aires-Da-Silva Alexandre , Maunder Mark N. , Hazin Fábio 
Published: March 2015

AbstractSelectivity has traditionally been well estimated internally in stock assessment models when length or age composition data are available. However, in stock assessment, temporal or spatial variation in fishery or stock structure can lead to misspecification of the selectivity pattern, which can contribute substantially to the uncertainty in stock assessment results. Consequently, generating auxiliary information to help stock assessment scientists avoid unrealistic specifications of selectivity patterns should be encouraged. Here, we combine data from pop-up satellite archival tags (PSATs) deployed on blue sharks in the South Atlantic Ocean, and information on maximum pelagic longline fishing depths, to introduce an alternative approach for estimating selectivity of fishing gear. Further, we present how this externally estimated tag-based selectivity can be used to inform the most appropriate form of selectivity curves (e.g. asymptotic or dome-shaped) in a spatially structured stock assessment model for the South Atlantic blue shark population. The estimated tag-based selectivity showed substantially different selectivity patterns within the area of the assessed stock, in one area the depth range of the longline gear is inhabited mostly by adults, which is consistent with an asymptotic selectivity. In another area, the overlap shifts to younger ages, with older sharks located in deeper waters, consequently the expected selectivity is more dome-shaped. To account for this variability in the stock assessment model, we assigned fishing fleets with different selectivity patterns. The form of the selectivity curve assigned for each fleet was based on the tag-based selectivity estimates for the area of where that fleet operates. The assessment model demonstrated relatively good fit to the data and that the estimated management quantities were robust. This study provides additional evidence that externally derived estimates of selectivity using PSATs data can assist implementing stock assessments that capture some of the spatial variability of pelagic fish species.
Effect of tailored antibiotic stewardship programmes on the appropriateness of antibiotic prescribing in nursing homes
Authors: van Buul Laura W. , van der Steen Jenny T. , Achterberg Wilco P. , Schellevis François G. , Essink Rob T. G. M. , de Greeff Sabine C. , Natsch Stephanie , Sloane Philip D. , Zimmerman Sheryl , Twisk Jos W. R. , Veenhuizen Ruth B. , Hertogh Cees M. P. M. 
Published: March 2015

Abstract

Objectives
To evaluate the effect of tailored interventions on the appropriateness of decisions to prescribe or withhold antibiotics, antibiotic use and guideline-adherent antibiotic selection in nursing homes (NHs).

Methods
We conducted a quasi-experimental study in 10 NHs in the Netherlands. A participatory action research (PAR) approach was applied, with local stakeholders in charge of selecting tailored interventions based on opportunities for improved antibiotic prescribing that they derived from provided baseline data. An algorithm was used to evaluate the appropriateness of prescribing decisions, based on infections recorded by physicians. Effects of the interventions on the appropriateness of prescribing decisions were analysed with a multilevel logistic regression model. Pharmacy data were used to calculate differences in antibiotic use and recorded infections were used to calculate differences in guideline-adherent antibiotic selection.

Results
The appropriateness of 1059 prescribing decisions was assessed. Adjusting for pre-test differences in the proportion of appropriate prescribing decisions (intervention, 82%; control, 70%), post-test appropriateness did not differ between groups (crude: P = 0.26; adjusted for covariates: P = 0.35). We observed more appropriate prescribing decisions at the start of data collection and before receiving feedback on prescribing behaviour. No changes in antibiotic use or guideline-adherent antibiotic selection were observed in intervention NHs.

Conclusions
The PAR approach, or the way PAR was applied in the study, was not effective in improving antibiotic prescribing behaviour. The study findings suggest that drawing prescribers' attention to prescribing behaviour and monitoring activities, and increasing use of diagnostic resources may be promising interventions to improve antibiotic prescribing in NHs.
A simple mechanism for the anti-glitch observed in AXP 1E 2259+586
Authors: García Federico , Ranea-Sandoval Ignacio F. 
Published: March 2015

Abstract
In this letter, we develop a simple internal mechanism that can account for the recent ‘anti-glitch’ observed for AXP 1E 2259+586 (|Δν/ν| ≳ 10− 7). We propose that the cumulative decay of the internal toroidal magnetic field component will eventually become large enough to turn an originally stable prolate stellar configuration into an unstable one. The subsequent rearrangement of the stellar structure will result in a sudden spin-down of the whole star. We present order-of-magnitude calculations to give confidence to this scenario, using a simple, but physically reasonable, analytical stellar model. We estimate the energy released by the proposed mechanism and show that it is in agreement with the observations. Based on this model, we predict that to achieve the observed sudden spin-down, a minimum magnetar-like value for the magnetic field strength is needed. Consequently, we do not expect this kind of anti-glitch activity to occur in normal pulsars.
Klebsiella Pneumoniae Liver Abscesses and A Distinct Invasive Syndrome: Case Reports and Review of The Literature
Authors: Gillies Jenna , Inkster Teresa 
Published: March 2015

Introduction:Over the past 20 years there has been an increasing awareness of a distinct invasive clinical syndrome caused byKlebsiella pneumoniaein patients from Asian descent.Case presentation:Here we report two cases of invasiveK.pneumoniaeinfection in Asian patients who both presented in Glasgow, UK, with liver abscesses within a 6‐month period.Conclusion:Clinicians should be vigilant for mucoid strains ofK. pneumoniaeisolated from patients with liver abscesses of Asian descent and thorough in their investigation for metastatic complications.
Successful ceftolozane/tazobactam treatment of chronic pulmonary infection with pan‐resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Authors: Soliman Reham , Lynch Sarah , Meader Emma , Pike Rachel , Turton Jane F. , Hill Robert L. R. , Woodford Neil , Livermore David M. 
Published: March 2015

Introduction:
The treatment of chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections is challenging, with resistance and antibiogram diversity accumulating during successive therapies. Some isolates are resistant to all licensed agents, creating treatment problems and an urgent need for new therapies. Among antibiotics in advanced development, ceftolozane/tazobactam has potent in vitro antipseudomonal activity, with low MICs even for strains with AmpC β‐lactamase‐, impermeability‐ and efflux‐mediated resistance to other β‐lactams.

Case presentation:
A bronchiectasis exacerbation in a 59‐year‐old man involved pan‐resistant P. aeruginosa. Meropenem/colistin therapy failed. Named‐patient ceftolozane/tazobactam 2+1 g every 8 h for 14 days restored baseline respiratory and inflammatory marker status, and the patient was discharged; the ceftolozane/tazobactam MIC was 8 µg ml−1, with most growth inhibited at 2 µg ml−1.

Conclusion:
A positive outcome in this difficult infection due to an otherwise pan‐resistant P. aeruginosa is notable, especially as the patient had failed prior therapy with other agents. We urge formal evaluation of ceftolozane/tazobactam in chronic pseudomonal lung infections.
The origins of a novel butterfly wing patterning gene from within a family of conserved cell cycle regulators
Authors: Nadeau Nicola J. , Pardo-Diaz Carolina , Whibley Annabel , Supple Megan , Wallbank Richard , Wu Grace C. , Maroja Luana , Ferguson Laura , Hines Heather , Salazar Camilo , ffrench-Constant Richard , Joron Mathieu , Owen McMillan W. , Jiggins Chris D. 
Published: March 2015

AbstractA major challenge in evolutionary biology is to understand the origins of novel structures. The wing patterns of butterflies and moths are derived phenotypes unique to the Lepidoptera. Here we identify a gene that we namepoikilomousa(poik), which regulates colour pattern switches in the mimeticHeliconiusbutterflies. Strong associations between phenotypic variation and DNA sequence variation are seen in three differentHeliconiusspecies, in addition to associations between gene expression and colour pattern. Colour pattern variants are also associated with differences in splicing ofpoiktranscripts.poikis a member of the conserved fizzy family of cell cycle regulators. It belongs to a faster evolving subfamily, the closest functionally characterised orthologue being thecortexgene inDrosophila,a female germ-line specific protein involved in meiosis.poikappears to have adopted a novel function in the Lepidoptera and become a major target for natural selection acting on colour and pattern variation in this group.
Contingency modelling for construction projects using fuzzy-set theory
Authors: Salah Ahmad , Moselhi Osama 
Published: March 2015

Purpose
– The purpose of this paper is to present a newly developed fuzzy-set based model for estimating, allocating, depleting, and managing contingency fund over the life cycle of construction projects.

Design/methodology/approach
– Fuzzy set theory is utilized in the design and development of proposed contingency modelling framework to incorporate uncertainties associated with the development phases of construction projects. A set of developed indices, measures, and ratios are introduced to quantify and characterize these uncertainties. The developed framework is designed to incorporate expert opinion and provide user-system interaction.

Findings
– The results obtained from the application of the developed framework on actual project case not only illustrate its accuracy, but also demonstrate its capabilities for contingency management over life cycle of construction projects. Unlike other methods, the framework provides project managers with structured method for contingency depletion utilizing a set of depletion curves and selection factors.

Originality/value
– The novelty of the developed framework lies not only in its new developments for contingency estimating but also its modelling for contingency allocation and depletion. It is expected to be of direct value to industry professionals and academics interested in contingency management over the entire life cycle of construction projects. The proposed framework provides management functions and features beyond those generated through Monte Carlo simulation and even those developed using fuzzy set theory.
Effect of adoption of relational contracting practices on relationship quality in public projects in Singapore
Authors: Ling Florence Y.Y. , Tan Peng Chong , Ning Yan , Teo Albert , Gunawansa Asanga 
Published: March 2015

Purpose– The purpose of this paper is to investigate relational contracting (RC) practices that give rise to higher quality interpersonal relations between these pairs of stakeholders at the end of public projects: clients and contractors; contractors and consultants; and clients and consultants. It developed models to predict the level of quality of interpersonal relations between the stakeholders at the completion of public projects.Design/methodology/approach– Using a set of questionnaire, data were collected from randomly selected construction industry practitioners who have had experience in public projects in Singapore. The data were analysed to identify association between the use of RC practices and quality of interpersonal relations between stakeholders. In-depth interviews with experts were conducted.Findings– It was found that when certain RC practices were adopted to a larger extent, public projects also have significantly higher quality of interpersonal relations between clients, contractors and consultants. Three mathematical models were developed to predict the relationship quality between stakeholders at the end of the public project.Research limitations/implications– The limitations include the subjective nature of the Likert scale that was used in answering the questionnaire survey and the limited number of interviews. The effect of existing good relations among stakeholders was not taken into account.Practical implications– Suitable RC practices for adoption by public clients, contractors and consultants in public projects are recommended. These include developing deeper mutual trust and understanding, sharing project information, and having real gain-share/pain-share among contracting parties.Originality/value– RC practices that are significantly associated with relationships among contracting parties in public projects in Singapore are uncovered. Contracting parties may use the recommendations to help enhance their relationships with one another in a public project.
Challenges in recruiting hard-to-reach populations focusing on Latin American recent immigrants
Authors: Vahabi Mandana , Isaacs Sandra , Koc Mustafa , Damba Cynthia 
Published: March 2015

Purpose
– Recruiting immigrant populations, particularly recent arrivals, is challenging due to lack of sampling frames and other factors. The purpose of this paper is to report the feasibility of using a quasi-random sampling strategy for recruiting recent Latin American (LA) immigrants.

Design/methodology/approach
– The initial recruitment strategy included random selection of two census tracts (CTs) with high concentrations and numbers of recent LAs in Toronto, and door-to-door recruitment. Based on challenges encountered this strategy was modified by consulting trusted community members and recruiting participants residing in selected CTs using cultural venues.

Findings
– Door-to-door recruitment of the target group is difficult. Challenges included accessing individuals living in apartment buildings, lack of trust and fear of deportation, transitory residency, and difficulty recruiting very recent arrivals. The modified strategy was more efficient and yielded higher recruitment rates, and was more acceptable to participants.

Research limitations/implications
– The limited timeframe of the study and lack of timely census data may have prevented full exploration of study methodologies.

Originality/value
– The study demonstrated that recruitment rates of recent immigrants and refugees can be improved by randomly selecting CTs with high concentrations and numbers of recent immigrants and using culturally appropriate recruitment strategies. These groups may not be homogeneously distributed in selected geographic areas (e.g. CTs); it may be necessary to focus on pockets of high concentration as identified by community members who are familiar with the area.
Addressing unmet need and religious barrier towards the use of family planning method among Muslim women in India
Authors: Patra Shraboni , Singh Rakesh Kumar 
Published: March 2015

Purpose
– The purpose of this paper is to find out the prevalence and determinants of unmet need with a special focus on religious barrier towards the use of contraception among Muslim women in India. The study also addresses their future intention to use family planning method.

Design/methodology/approach
– Data from the latest round of District Level Household and Facility Survey (DLHS-3) in India is used. A multi-stage stratified probability proportion to size sampling design was adopted. The present analysis is based on 70,016 currently married Muslim women across the country.

Findings
– The prevalence of total unmet need is the highest in Bihar (48.5 per cent), which is two times higher than the national level (27.6 per cent). About 9 per cent Muslim women in India do not use contraception due to religious opposition. There is considerable gap in the future intention to use family planning method between Muslim (9.2 per cent) and non-Muslim (19.6 per cent) women particularly for limiting birth. The logistic regression analysis shows non-Muslim women are significantly more likely (OR=1.540, p<0.001) to have the intention to use family planning method in the future than Muslim women.

Research limitations/implications
– Men are not included to explore the differences in the perception of men and women towards family planning. Interventions targeting men and aiming at overcoming cultural barriers to using family planning method are equally imperative. Couple's knowledge, attitude and perception towards acceptance of family planning methods need to be addressed simultaneously by interviewing the couples separately.

Practical implications
– Public-private collaboration to promote family planning programme and providing services in the high prevalence (unmet need) states is required. Support from the religious leaders to overcome the cultural barriers towards the use of family planning is also needed.

Originality/value
– This is the first ever effort to address the existing unmet need for family planning among Muslim women in India, which is an important determinant of high fertility among Muslim women.
What in-patients want: a qualitative study of what's important to mental health service users in their recovery (Wayfinder Partnership)
Authors: Bredski Joanna , Forsyth Kirsty , Mountain Debbie , Harrison Michele , Irvine Linda , Maciver Donald 
Published: March 2015

Purpose
– The purpose of this paper is to present a qualitative analysis of the facilitators of recovery in in-patient psychiatric rehabilitation from the service users’ perspective.

Design/methodology/approach
– Interviews with 31 in-patients were coded and analysed thematically at an interpretive level using an inductive approach.

Findings
– The dominant themes identified were hope, agency, relationships and opportunity. Totally, 20 subthemes were identified. Agency was more important to men than women and agency, hope and relationships were all more important to detained patients.

Research limitations/implications
– Interview data were collected in writing rather than taped. The results may not be transferrable to patient populations with significantly different demographic or service factors.

Practical implications
– Services need to target interventions at the areas identified by service users as important in their recovery. The findings suggest both environmental and relational aspects of care that may optimise recovery. Services also need to be able to measure the quality of the care they provide. A brief, culturally valid and psychometrically assessed instrument for measuring the recovery orientation of services is required.

Originality/value
– As far as the authors are aware no qualitative work to date has examined the recovery experiences of psychiatric rehabilitation in-patient service users in order to understand what services require to do to enable recovery from their perspective. The conceptual framework identified in this paper can be used to develop a service user self-report measure of the recovery orientation of services.
Effects of employment as a peer support worker on personal recovery: a review of qualitative evidence
Authors: Bailie H. Alistair , Tickle Anna 
Published: March 2015

Purpose
– The purpose of this paper is to systematically identify, appraise and synthesise qualitative research into how working as a peer support worker (PSW) affects personal recovery.

Design/methodology/approach
– Ten articles were identified through a systematic search of seven databases, grey literature, reference lists, citations and contact with authors in the field. Identified articles were critically appraised and their results synthesised using metaethnography.

Findings
– There is potential to significantly improve the quality of the research in this field. Four categories were constructed to synthesise the findings of the reviewed studies, which demonstrated that being a PSW has the potential to be both facilitative of and detrimental to personal recovery.

Research limitations/implications
– The quality of existing studies varies widely. Further, high-quality research is required to specifically investigate the effects of employment as a PSW on personal recovery.

Practical implications
– The findings are tentative in light of the quality of the studies, but should be considered in the employment, training and ongoing support of PSWs and the services they join.

Originality/value
– Through its systematic methodology and appraisal of the quality of the studies reviewed, this review adds value to the literature about the effect of working as a PSW on personal recovery. It offers an original synthesis and criteria for measuring the quality of research in this field.
Resource-efficient supply chains: a research framework, literature review and research agenda
Authors: Matopoulos Aristides , Barros Ana Cristina , van der Vorst J.G.A.J. (Jack) 
Published: March 2015

Purpose– The study aims to define a research agenda for creating resource-efficient supply chains (RESCs) by identifying and analysing their key characteristics as well as future research opportunities.Design/methodology/approach– We follow a systematic review method to analyse the literature and to understand RESC, taking a substantive theory approach. Our approach is grounded in a specific domain, the agri-food sector, because it is an intensive user of an extensive range of resources.Findings– The review shows that works of literature has looked at the use of resources primarily from the environmental impact perspective. There is a need to explore whether or not and how logistics/supply chain decisions will affect the overall configuration of future food supply chains in an era of resource scarcity and depletion and what the trade-offs will be.Research limitations/implications– The paper proposes an agenda for future research in the area of RESC. The framework proposed along with the key characteristics identified for RESC can be applied to other sectors.Practical implications– Our research should facilitate further understanding of the implications and trade-offs of supply chain decisions taken on the use of resources by supply chain managers.Originality/value– The paper explores the interaction between supply chains and natural resources and defines the key characteristics of RESC.