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Doing business in an Islamic context: six schools of thought
Authors: Berger Ron , Ali Abbas J. , Barnes Bradley R. , Alon Ilan 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
With close to two billion people occupying some 50 countries and spending in excess of US$2tn on food and recreational services alone, Muslim societies represent a significant segment of the world’s population, which warrants greater research attention and better understanding. While Islamic scholarship dates back over 1,400 years, few scholars have studied the impact of Islamic teachings and their effect on surrounding business and policy. The purpose of this paper is to better connect business strategy with Islamic philosophy.

Design/methodology/approach
This research is a theoretical paper based on literature review of existing works in academia and from the Koran. The researchers consulted academics and religious leader to better understand the written word and its implications on the various philosophies. This paper offers a sound foundation for further research on Islamic business philosophy.

Findings
This research is the base for further exploration into Islamic business philosophy and their underpinnings. To better understand Islamic business models, this study introduces three main and three minor schools of thought to provide a foundation for further research. The schools differ in their theological assumptions and worldviews. Some of them place emphases on traditional approaches, i.e. Jabria (like contemporary Salafies) and some underscore the virtue of reasons and enlightenment (e.g. Mu’tazila or the rationalists).

Originality/value
In brief, the study posits six different perspectives and interpretations relevant to Islamic policy that will be useful for both managerial practitioners and scholars to consider when undertaking business in a Muslim context.
Integration of game theory optimization in financial markets: a systematic literature review based on TCCM framework
Authors: Ganti Aritra , Singhania Shubham 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
While being integrated together conceptually and practically, the literature on game theory in the context of financial markets lacks a cohesive understanding. This study aims to systematically scrutinize and analyse the literature of game theory in the context of financial markets, through a systematic literature review.

Design/methodology/approach
A systematic literature-based approach, through the theories, context, characteristics and methodology (TCCM) framework has been applied to 97 articles, extracted and filtered from two databases, Scopus and Web of Science, for a comprehensive review and understanding of the intellectual development in the domain of game theory and financial markets.

Findings
The review highlighted the most utilitarian theories within the literature, the context of research in terms of countries and industries, four themes which characterize the literature, as well as the methodologies and research designs used in this research domain. The paper also uncovered certain essential areas that present scope for further research.

Research limitations/implications
While two of the largest indexation databases have been used, some relevant articles may have been excluded due to the restriction of databases and screening criteria, which may lead to the less exploration of several facets of the domain.

Practical implications
Practically, the paper has implications for multiple stakeholders including traders, businesses and governments. For traders, this paper acts as a guide to entering and understanding the dynamics of financial markets. The review also covers decision-making from the perspective of firms, including venture capitalists. This paper would allow firms to understand how game theory can help influence or analyze the strategic interactions between their stakeholders in terms of information disclosure, or consumers and their behavior to stimuli from the firm’s actions.

Originality/value
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first of its kind that attempts to comprehensively provide an overview of the literature on game theory in financial markets. In doing so, this study shall help assess the current state of knowledge in the said field and locate gaps in the literature to propose new research directions.
Private cloud deployment model selection for cost efficiency: a business perspective
Authors: Liu Bingcheng , Song Junyou , Geng Wei 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThis study aims to enhance an enterprise’s private cloud services by optimally determining the ownership of cloud computing resources and responsibility for maintenance and operations. The core objective is to identify the most cost-effective private cloud deployment model at the intersection of technology and business considerations.Design/methodology/approachThis study evaluates three ownership and responsibility models, each encompassing decisions related to candidate data center locations, resource provisioning, and demand placements. Drawing from the cloud computing literature, these models are referred to as deployment models. The research formulates a private cloud deployment model selection problem and introduces an established Lagrangian-relaxation-based optimization approach, combined with a novel greedy relieving-pooling heuristic, to facilitate model selection.FindingsThis study identifies the optimal deployment model for a representative instance using real test-bed data from the US, demonstrating the private cloud deployment model selection problem. Various numerical examples are analyzed to explore the influence of environmental parameters. Generally, the virtual PC model is optimal for low demand arrival rates and resource requirements, while the on-premises PC model is preferable for higher values of these parameters. Additionally, the virtual PC model is found to be optimal when enroute latency coefficients are large.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the literature by formulating an optimization problem that integrates performance, financial, and assurance metrics for enterprises. The introduction of a solution approach enables enterprises to make informed decisions regarding ownership and responsibility design. The study effectively bridges the gap between academic research and industry demands from a business perspective.
Global research landscape on specific diets and cardiovascular diseases: assessing the current status and charting future directions
Authors: Kumar Dilip , Shandilya Abhinav Kumar , K. Thirugnanasambantham 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
The escalating global mortality rates attributed to cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have drawn the attention of the World Health Organization (WHO), prompting researchers worldwide to address this pressing health concern actively. This study aims to unravel insights into the relationship between specific diets and CVDs by examining authors, countries, articles, journal productivity and their impact.

Design/methodology/approach
Diet patterns are recognised as contributing to the rise of CVDs, prompting a comprehensive analysis of relevant literature from Scopus, Web of Science and PubMed databases using the Biblioshiny software.

Findings
The analysis delves into cluster development and major themes within the literature, encompassing holistic approaches to cardiovascular health, the nexus between diet, nutrition and cardiovascular health, the impact of plant-based diets on diverse populations, the role of the Mediterranean diet in cardiovascular health and the influence of dietary diversity on cardiovascular health across cultures.

Originality/value
Noteworthy developments in emerging areas like dietary history records, NutriOptimisation and MediCulinary Sensitivity are identified, providing a foundation for future researchers to contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 3.
Ungoverned landscapes: analyzing post-conflict resettlement in Sdao commune in northwest Cambodia
Authors: Arensen Lisa 
Published: August 2024

PurposeWhen Cambodia's long civil war ended in the late 1990s, land on the former frontlines in the northwest was officially closed for resettlement. However, spontaneous resettlement occurred as land was informally claimed by demobilized soldiers, returnees from refugee camps and the landless poor. These areas were often heavily littered with the explosive remnants of war, and landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXO) wounded and killed numerous post-war settlers.Design/methodology/approachThis study is based upon data collected in 2009 in three villages in Sdao commune in Battambang province. Ethnographic research methods were used to conduct the research, including participant observation, semi-structured interviews and demographic mapping.FindingsThe article illustrates how the desire to farm and the prospect of acquiring land rights drove resettlement into a hazardous place. The study demonstrates that this resettlement occurred when the Cambodian state and the international humanitarian sector failed to provide durable policy solutions for vulnerable post-war populations. An ethnographic example is provided of a woman attempting to live in precarious terrain. Her family and others expressed a need to risk occupancy in order to secure land, food and futures for their children.Originality/valueThese findings may assist policymakers working on the complex disasters posed by conflicts in recognizing the polyvalent and overlapping vulnerabilities of populations needing resettlement.
From experiment to reality: the crucial role of humility in leadership
Authors: Priyadarshini Shabnam 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
This study examines the critical importance of humility in leadership, reflecting on insights from Philip Zimbardo's Stanford Prison Experiment and assessing how power dynamics manifest in different societal environments. This study aims to understand how humility and ethical leadership can deter the misuse of power and encourage the development of a more inclusive and compassionate society.

Design/methodology/approach
This study uses a qualitative approach, drawing insights from psychological studies, and organisational research. It integrates theoretical concepts such as the “Lucifer Effect” with insights from prior research to illustrate the impact of humble and ethical leadership in diverse settings.

Findings
This review indicates that power abuse is frequent in many societal frameworks, causing detrimental impacts such as decreased job satisfaction, heightened stress and greater turnover rates. This study highlights the importance of humility and ethical leadership in mitigating these effects.

Practical implications
Organisations can benefit from incorporating humility and ethical standards into their leadership training programs. By enhancing self-awareness and emotional intelligence among leaders, workplaces can become more nurturing and efficient.

Social implications
Promoting humility and ethical leadership can lead to more equitable and compassionate societies. By valuing each individual's intrinsic worth and fostering inclusive environments, leaders can contribute to broader social well-being.

Originality/value
This study uniquely connects the psychological findings from the Stanford Prison Experiment with contemporary leadership practices, emphasising the practical implications of humility in leadership. It offers a comprehensive view of how ethical leadership can be cultivated and its benefits realised.
Tree growth‐forms reveal dominant browsers shaping the vegetation
Authors: Churski Marcin , Kuijper Dries P. J. , Semmelmayer Katharina , Bond William J. , Cromsigt Joris P. G. M. , Wang Yan , Charles‐Dominique Tristan 
Published: August 2024

Abstract

Plants adopt particular growth‐forms when they are exposed to extreme environmental conditions. In this study, we describe a unique woody plant growth‐form induced by large mammalian herbivores and discuss that this growth‐form could have evolved as a strategy for escaping the browser zone in herbivore driven ecosystems.

We analysed responses of key architectural and morphological attributes (branching and thorn density, tree dimensions, presence of flowers and fruits) of three Eurasian spiny tree species (Malus sylvestris, Prunus cerasifera and Pyrus communis) to different levels of browsing by large herbivores in the temperate Białowieża Forest, Poland.

Under high browsing pressure, studied trees displayed two distinct forms of the crown: a bottom sterile part developing into a densely branched structure with high density of thorns (‘cage‐form’), and an upper reproductive part that escaped from herbivore control (‘escaped‐form’). The size of cage‐form influenced the feeding behaviour of red deer (Cervus elaphus) by increasing the time deer spend foraging and increasing the bite rate. The height at which cages started to escape and their diameter matched with foraging reach of red deer.

Synthesis. We argue that the frequency and cage dimensions of this woody growth‐form in the landscape could inform on the type and intensity of recent herbivory. Moreover, its distinctive inducibility suggests that this growth‐form did not emerge recently under anthropogenic pressure but could be the legacy of ancient herbivory effects. Observational evidence suggests that this growth‐form emerged in several herbivore‐driven systems around the globe and may be used to identify the dominant herbivores that control vegetation structure in these ecosystems.

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Slope failure remediation using constrained horizontal‐to‐vertical spectral ratio inversion techniques
Authors: O'Neill Craig 
Published: August 2024

AbstractSlope failure rates may be exacerbated by increased precipitation patterns associated with climate change. Such events are extremely disruptive for local communities affected. Rapid engineering remediation solutions generally require immediate site characterization, including information on depth to intact bedrock and groundwater conditions – often on dangerous or still‐failing slopes. Horizontal‐to‐vertical spectral ratio is a low‐impact technique capable of rapidly providing key information on the subsurface. Here we develop a robust workflow for constrained minimization of horizontal‐to‐vertical spectral ratio data and develop constrained horizontal‐to‐vertical spectral ratio profiling methodologies. We present results from a number of landslide sites in eastern Australia and demonstrate the utility of horizontal‐to‐vertical spectral ratio in delineating both fractured‐rock aquifers at high‐risk sites and colluvium–bedrock contact on active landslide sites, where traditional seismic methods were not practical.
Unveiling the role of forests in landslide occurrence, recurrence and recovery
Authors: Law Ying Ki , Lee Calvin K. F. , Chan Aland H. Y. , Mak Nelson P. L. , Hau Billy C. H. , Wu Jin 
Published: August 2024

Abstract

Rain‐triggered landslides cause significant socioeconomic loss and long‐term ecological impact, disrupting topsoil and seed banks and creating unfavourable conditions for vegetation establishment. Although hazard management effectively reduces landslide risk, most management plans primarily focus on the societal impacts (loss of property and human lives), while environmental impacts related to landslide occurrence and recurrence are often overlooked. The role of different vegetation types in mitigation strategies remains uncertain due to the time and spatial constraints of traditional field study methods. Therefore, the role of vegetation in landslide restoration should be reconsidered.

In this study, we investigated post‐landslide vegetation recovery patterns, analysed the duration of vegetation recovery, identified factors influencing these patterns, examined the role of forests in occurrence and recurrence probability and explored the implications of these findings for each element within an integrated management framework for landslide restoration.

We utilised long‐term landslide inventory data (1924–2018) covering the entire city of Hong Kong (~1100 km2) and combined it with structural data derived from airborne LiDAR scanning in 2020 to capture landslide recovery.

Our findings revealed significant differences in recovery trajectories between the main bodies and foot areas of scars, with the former taking approximately 46 years to recover and the latter recovering in about 38 years. Scar age, average wind speed, elevation and proximity to the forest were identified as key factors influencing structural recovery on scars, while the proximity to forest also regulated recovery rate of scars. We observed decreased landslide occurrence in forested areas, with recurrent landslides primarily appearing on older, unrecovered scars on barren hillsides.

Synthesis and applications: Our research highlights the dynamic patterns, recovery time and drivers of vegetation recovery on landslide scars; and the higher probability of landslide occurrence in non‐forest areas and increased recurrence on bare, low vegetated scars. This information provides valuable insights for informing restoration efforts and managing landslide‐prone areas. Such knowledge is crucial for developing effective mitigation strategies and enhancing the resilience of vulnerable ecosystems facing climate change and increased frequency of extreme weather events.
Vegetation restoration in the coarse‐textured soil area is more conducive to the accumulation of Fe‐associated C
Authors: Dong Lingbo , Li Jiajia , Wang Defu , Wang Su , Hu Weifang , Wu Jianzhao , Liao Yang , Yu Zhijing , Wang Xi , Yu Jinyuan , Li Jiwei , Shangguan Zhouping , Deng Lei 
Published: August 2024

Abstract

Vegetation restoration has an important effect on soil carbon (C) pool dynamics. Highly stable iron (Fe)‐associated C is an important component of the soil C pool and it plays a crucial role in the soil C cycle. However, a knowledge gap remains regarding the existence of Fe‐associated C variation during vegetation restoration.

Herein, 0–60 cm soil samples of cropland, grassland, shrubland and forestland from three soil types (loam, loess and sandy soils) were collected to explore the response of Fe‐associated C to vegetation restoration.

The results showed that soil Fe‐associated C proportion in the study area ranged from 2.2% to 26.3%. Surface soil (0–20 cm) Fe‐associated C content in loess and sandy soils increased following vegetation restoration, but decreased in loam soil. The accumulation efficiency of soil Fe‐associated C during vegetation restoration was higher in coarser soils. Moreover, the Fe‐associated C content and proportion of forestland with a higher soil organic matter (SOM) pool were the highest among the land use types.

Vegetation restoration affects soil Fe‐associated C in two different ways: (1) increasing the SOM and dissolved organic C and improving the efficiency of C and Fe binding to promote the accumulation of Fe‐associated C; (2) decreasing the total soil Fe content, reducing the trivalent iron (Fe(III)) to bivalent iron (Fe(II)) and breaking the binding of C and Fe to decrease soil Fe‐associated C content, and these two different ways were found in all three soil types. Additionally, higher SOM accumulation efficiency and less root destruction caused by vegetation restoration in coarse soils resulted in a higher Fe‐associated C accumulation efficiency.

Synthesis and applications. Vegetation and soil type strongly regulated the effects of vegetation restoration on soil Fe‐associated C. Forestlands may be the optimum vegetation type to provide soil C sequestration benefits, effectively increasing soil C pool and maximising Fe‐associated C content. This study has addressed the knowledge gap regarding the effects of vegetation restoration on soil Fe‐associated C and provides scientific basis for a better understanding of the soil C cycle and developing scientific vegetation restoration measures.
Cryptic Japanese maple species exhibit different drought tolerance, suggesting reproductive isolation
Authors: Mori Shigeta , Kurosawa Yoko , Maruyama Yutaka , Kikuchi Satoshi , Ferrio Juan Pedro , Ishida Atsushi , Yamaji Keiko 
Published: August 2024

AbstractAcer mono is thought to comprise seven varieties, but its classification and nomenclature are controversial. A recent molecular phylogenetic study suggested that A. mono varieties glabrum (G) and mayrii (M) do not interbreed, despite occurring syntopically (same location) and having a common genetic origin. However, if these are separate, reproductively isolated species, the basis for that isolation remains unclear. Here, we tested whether G and M can be considered separate species that differ in multiple ecological characteristics. We compared G and M in terms of distribution, habitats, drought tolerance of leaves, and flowering phenology of trees, and we verified their reproductive isolation (RI) in Japan. G showed higher drought and salt tolerance than M, which is consistent with the distribution of G in salt‐stressed coastal areas with relatively low precipitation. In contrast, M occurs in snowy, mesic, and mountain habitats. Even in neighboring M and G trees, the onset of flowering in M is earlier than that of G. Similarly, flower drop in M is completed sooner than in G. Although the presence of post‐zygotic reproductive barriers was not tested, the high calculated RI index probably contributes to RI. Two varieties of A. mono with a common genetic origin but different drought tolerance should be considered separate species. They likely shifted their climatic niches, involving local adaptation to different climatic conditions. This is roughly supported by an ENM‐based niche analysis and significant differences in flowering time. These findings help to understand the physiological diversification of A. mono.
Factors in successful programme completion for postsecondary students with disabilities: A systematic review of the literature
Authors: Nail Erika 
Published: August 2024

AbstractEnrolment of postsecondary students with disabilities continues to increase, yet completion rates of postsecondary students with disabilities are much lower than those of their non‐disabled peers. The purpose of this systematic review is to examine the perceptions of postsecondary students with disabilities, solely within the USA, regarding factors they believe are influential in completing their postsecondary programme. Specifically, the study will focus on student‐related factors as identified within the literature. A total of 19 studies were identified after meeting the inclusionary criteria for review. The results of the review identified the student's kindergarten (K) to grade 12 (K‐12) transition services, the student's knowledge of their disability and related postsecondary disability services, the student's ability to self‐advocate, the student's self‐determination and the student's support system as student‐related factors that influence their ability to successfully complete a postsecondary programme. According to the literature, these student‐related factors are heavily impacted by the social interactions of their past and present instructors, peers, support systems, legislators and chosen postsecondary institution. Therefore, Critical Disability Theory was chosen as the lens for analysis to examine how students with disabilities, a marginalised group, continue to face obstacles within postsecondary environments. Postsecondary students with disabilities are more apt to be successful in completing their programme if the identified student factors are present. It is important for K‐12 support systems, family support systems and postsecondary institution support systems to recognise that the identified factors are important for successful programme completion by students with disabilities. Implications for future research, policy and practice are discussed.