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Trade–aid link: does the Western aid promote Asian exports to Sri Lanka?
Authors: Bhavan Thangamani 
Published: July 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of foreign aid in terms of trade in Sri Lanka. This study aims to analyze whether foreign aid from the Western countries to Sri Lanka promotes exports to the donor countries and encourages imports from Asian countries.

Findings
The results derived from the analysis suggest that there is no significant relationship between aid and trade in the long run whereas foreign aid marginally causes only the imports in the short run. Overall, the study finds that foreign aid does not significantly affect trade in Sri Lanka.

Methodology
The auto regressive distributed lag bounds testing approach is used to examine the long- and short-run relations between foreign aid and trade using the annual time series data during the period from 1977 to 2019.

Practical implications
Sri Lanka has been one of the aid recipients among Asian countries since 1960. At the same time, Sri Lanka has been experiencing trade deficit since its independence and has to find all the ways to improve the trade. Because foreign aid has promoted trade in a numerous countries, it is high time for Sri Lanka to negotiate with the donor countries and agencies to design aid for trade promotion.

Originality
The nexus between the trade–aid link of Sri Lanka with Western and Asian country’s perspectives has not so far been investigated. The findings of this study would be a new knowledge added to the literature on the trade–aid link and be useful to the policymakers for decision-making and future researchers to cope up with further analysis.
Effect of baseball stadium food service quality on outcome variables with emphasis on the moderating role of stadium atmosphere
Authors: Jeong Yunduk 
Published: July 2024

PurposeWhile existing research has predominantly focused on the positive relationships between service quality and outcome variables, there has been limited investigation into the influence of food service quality on these variables or the moderating role of stadium atmosphere in the realm of sports marketing. This study aims to fill these gaps by examining the structural relationships between baseball stadium food quality, timeliness, satisfaction, and behavioral intention with an emphasis on the moderating effect of stadium atmosphere.Design/methodology/approachThe data were collected from spectators attending baseball games. This study established the validity of the measurement scale through confirmatory factor analysis, factor loadings, average variance extracted, and construct reliability using Cronbach’s alpha. In addition, this study employed structural equation modeling with maximum likelihood estimation to examine positive relationships and mediating effects and used Jamovi statistical software to conduct moderation analysis.FindingsThe findings demonstrate the significant impacts of food quality on satisfaction and behavioral intention, the positive effects of timeliness on satisfaction and behavioral intention, and the notable influence of satisfaction on behavioral intention. Additionally, this study found that satisfaction partially mediates the aforementioned relationships and that stadium atmosphere moderates these pathways.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the literature by addressing the impact of food service quality on outcome variables within sports marketing, an area that has received limited attention. Specifically, it examines how food quality and timeliness influence consumer satisfaction and behavioral intention. Furthermore, the study highlights the moderating role of stadium atmosphere, demonstrating its potential to enhance the relationship between food quality and consumer outcomes. These findings expand our understanding of consumer behavior in sports settings, offering practical strategies for team officials to enhance fan experiences. By diversifying menu options, optimizing concession operations, and collaborating with local vendors, team officials can significantly improve food service quality and create a more engaging stadium atmosphere.
Sedentary settlers or nomadic opportunists? Diverging rationales in international entrepreneurial mobility
Authors: Mielly Michelle , Eyre Phil Watson , Hubner Felix 
Published: July 2024

PurposeInternational Entrepreneurs (IEs) increasingly cross borders to internationalize their activities, yet the various motives driving them into foreign markets are insufficiently understood vis-à-vis the public agencies striving to attract them. Our study proposes a consideration of their interplay by contrasting the various mobility rationales of IEs with those of the investment agencies striving to capture their talent.Design/methodology/approachEmpirically, we concentrate on firms selected for funding in the French Tech Ticket, a competitive program designed to incentivize international start-ups to set up business in regional clusters across France. Using a longitudinal qualitative approach, we conducted two separate rounds of semi-structured interviews with IEs, public agency managers, and incubator staff members using thematic analysis of participant narratives on mobility.FindingsOur findings point to diverging narratives on mobility, with an overarching opportunity-centrism on the part of the entrepreneurs and a general location-centrism emanating from the regional agencies. These contrasting visions of mobility are not mutually exclusive but rather present along a mobility continuum that generates contrasting logics.Practical implicationsImplications for policy and practice are provided for the investment agencies crafting policies and committing resources to attract mobile international entrepreneurs. While past IE mobility may correlate with the likelihood of present and future movement, our dual settler-explorer continuum model demonstrates that a binary separation of explorers and settlers is too simplistic: explorers may be subject to settler impulses and settlers can still be drawn to exploration and nomadism. We also provide insights for IEs seeking support in their international development and mobility and the particular advantages a given host economy can offer by identifying an overarching proximity-to-distance rationale for explorers, including the common “host-as-stopover” intermediary rationale.Originality/valueWe theorize this incommensurability as an expression of the current complexity of international mobility and policymaking, revealing a “next-frontier” expansionism in cross-border movement that requires more deliberate consideration.
Role of higher education institutions in developing digital competence in Sultanate of Oman: a step towards achieving Vision 2040
Authors: Bhandari Vibha , Mohite Vikram 
Published: July 2024

PurposeThe study aims to assess Oman's preparedness for digital competency on three parameters: knowledge, technology, and future readiness. Second, it aims to identify critical areas of implementation of digital competency concerning HEIs.Design/methodology/approachKnowledge shall be assessed for talent, training and education, and scientific concentration. Technology will be evaluated based on regulatory, capital, and technological frameworks. Future readiness shall be examined based on adaptive attitude, business agility, and IT integration. The overall status in all three areas will be evaluated, considering contributions made by various stakeholders, such as the government, public agencies, corporations, educational institutions, etc. The data for this exploratory exercise shall be cogenerated from various secondary sources that are available openly.FindingsOman scores above average on parameters of technological and regulatory framework, adaptive attitudes, and IT integration, with an average score above 60 out of 100. Oman’s mean score for sub-factors like talent, training and education, capital, and business agility is average—between 50 and 60. The mean score for scientific concentration is 35.14—below average for this criterion.Originality/valueMost of the studies in Oman have concentrated mainly on teachers' online awareness and competencies, particularly in schools during and after the post-COVID scenario. However, negligible studies are available for higher education. This is an original study for assessing digital competencies, particularly concerning higher education towards achieving Vision 2040 and diversifying the Sultanate of Oman as a knowledge economy.
The effect of job content plateau on career commitment: exploring moderated and mediated role of proactive personality and job crafting
Authors: Jena Biswa Prakash , Choudhary Archana , Pal Manas Kumar , Misra Siddharth 
Published: July 2024

Purpose
The job content plateau (JCP) is a condition in which employees regard their jobs as routine, and it has been linked to employee turnover intentions and organisational dysfunctional consequences. As a result, the purpose of this study is to see how negative effects of JCP can be avoided.

Design/methodology/approach
A conceptual framework has been created and empirically tested that takes into account intervening elements such as job crafting (JCF) and proactive personality (PP) between JCP and career commitment (CC). In this study, survey data from professionals in a variety of businesses were gathered based on position level, total years of experience and educational level. To assess the efficacy of the suggested model and test the hypothesis proposition, confirmatory factor analysis and multiple regressions were used.

Findings
The study’s findings demonstrated that JCF plays a mediating function between JCP and CC, allowing proactive executives to lead their CC while minimizing JCP’s negative effects.

Originality/value
This study will have interesting implications and recommendations for practitioners and strategy makers when it comes to assessing the impact of JCP on enhancing career commitment among Indian executives.
The nature and determinants of user-generated content for dissatisfied customers: evidence from second-hand luxury fashion brands
Authors: Ozuem Wilson , Willis Michelle , Ranfagni Silvia , Rovai Serena , Howell Kerry 
Published: July 2024

Purpose
This study examined the links between user-generated content (UGC), dissatisfied customers and second-hand luxury fashion brands. A central premise of luxury fashion brands is the perceived status and privilege of those who own such items. Despite their marketing logic emphasising exclusivity and rarity, they have broadened their reach by integrating new digital marketing practices that increase access to luxury brand-related information and create opportunities for consumers to purchase products through second-hand sellers.

Design/methodology/approach
Building on an inductive qualitative study of 59 millennials from three European countries (France, Italy and the UK) and by examining the mediating role of UGC and dissatisfied customers, this paper develops a conceptual framework of three clusters of second-hand luxury fashion goods customers: spiritual consumers, entrepreneurial recoverer consumers and carpe diem consumers.

Findings
The proposed SEC framework (spiritual consumers, entrepreneurial recoverer consumers, and carpe diem consumers) illustrates how the emerging themes interconnect with the identified consumers, revealing significant consumer actions and attitudes found in the second-hand luxury goods sector that influence the usage of UGC and its integration into service failure and recovery efforts

Originality/value
This study suggested that the perceptions of consumers seeking second-hand luxury fashion products differ from those who purchase new or never previously owned luxury fashion products. Overall, this research sets the stage for scholars to forge a path forward to enhance the understanding of this phenomenon and its implications for luxury fashion companies.
The effect of modality on reading comprehension of struggling and typical readers in the second and third grades
Authors: Dotan Shahar , Katzir Tami 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackground“Screen inferiority” refers to a well‐established phenomenon observed among adults and teenagers, wherein they demonstrate higher reading comprehension when reading from paper compared to screens. However, there is limited research focusing on readers in the initial stages of reading development. The current study aims to investigate reading comprehension in both screen and paper settings, as well as modality preferences, among young typical and struggling readers in the second and third grades.MethodsThe study included 342 second graders and 284 third‐grade Hebrew readers. Their reading comprehension performance in both modalities and their preferences for a particular modality were assessed.ResultsThe results suggested no differences in reading comprehension between the two modalities in the second and third grades. The only group that showed numerically higher performance on paper over computer was struggling readers in the second grade. The numeric proportion of modality preferences was higher on the computer rather than on paper.ConclusionsThe current study did not find an effect of modality on reading comprehension in the second and third grades. We did find that children in these grades prefer to read on screens. It is essential to examine the specific characteristics of the digital task to determine when it benefits young readers and when it may be detrimental to them.
Protective effect and mechanism of Lycium ruthenicum Murray anthocyanins against retinal damage induced by blue light exposure
Authors: Li Ping , Li Zhengang , Sun Qixiu , Zhang Wei , Huang Xine , Si Mohan , Du Xinjun , Wang Shuo 
Published: July 2024

AbstractLycium ruthenicum Murray (LR) is a medicine and edible plant in Northwest China, and L. ruthenicum Murray anthocyanins (LRA) are green antioxidants with various pharmacological activities, such as antioxidant and anti‐inflammatory activities. However, the protective effect and mechanism of LRA against retinal damage induced by blue light exposure are poorly understood. This study explored the protective effects and potential mechanisms of LRA on retinal damage induced by blue light exposure in vitro and in vivo. The results showed that LRA could ameliorate oxidative stress injury by activating the antioxidant stress nuclear factor‐related factor 2 pathway, promoting the expression of phase II detoxification enzymes (HO‐1, NQO1) and endogenous antioxidant enzymes (catalase, superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase), and reducing reactive oxygen species and malondialdehyde levels. Additionally, LRA could inhibit inflammatory response by decreasing the expression of blue light exposure‐induced nuclear factor‐κB (NF‐κB) pathway‐related proteins (NF‐κB and p‐IκBα), as well as interleukin (IL)‐6, tumor necrosis factor‐α, IL‐1β pro‐inflammatory factors and pro‐inflammatory chemokine VEGF, and increasing the expression of anti‐inflammatory factor IL‐10. Furthermore, LRA could ameliorate oxidative stress‐induced apoptosis by upregulating Bcl‐2 and downregulating Bax and Caspase‐3 protein expression. All these results indicate that LRA can be used as an antioxidant dietary supplement for the treatment or prevention of retinal diseases.
Aetiology and predictors of outcome in non‐shockable in‐hospital cardiac arrest: A retrospective cohort study from the Swedish Registry for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Authors: Bruchfeld Samuel , Ullemark Erik , Riva Gabriel , Ohm Joel , Rawshani Araz , Djärv Therese 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackgroundNon‐shockable in‐hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) is a condition with diverse aetiology, predictive factors, and outcome. This study aimed to compare IHCA with initial asystole or pulseless electrical activity (PEA), focusing specifically on their aetiologies and the significance of predictive factors.MethodsUsing the Swedish Registry of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, adult non‐shockable IHCA cases from 2018 to 2022 (n = 5788) were analysed. Exposure was initial rhythm, while survival to hospital discharge was the primary outcome. A random forest model with 28 variables was used to generate permutation‐based variable importance for outcome prediction.ResultsOverall, 60% of patients (n = 3486) were male and the median age was 75 years (IQR 67–81). The most frequent arrest location (46%) was on general wards. Comorbidities were present in 79% of cases and the most prevalent comorbidity was heart failure (33%). Initial rhythm was PEA in 47% (n = 2702) of patients, and asystole in 53% (n = 3086). The most frequent aetiologies in both PEA and asystole were cardiac ischemia (24% vs. 19%, absolute difference [AD]: 5.4%; 95% confidence interval [CI] 3.0% to 7.7%), and respiratory failure (14% vs. 13%, no significant difference). Survival was higher in asystole (24%) than in PEA (17%) (AD: 7.3%; 95% CI 5.2% to 9.4%). Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) durations were longer in PEA, 18 vs 15 min (AD 4.9 min, 95% CI 4.0–5.9 min). The duration of CPR was the single most important predictor of survival across all subgroup and sensitivity analyses. Aetiology ranked as the second most important predictor in most analyses, except in the asystole subgroup where responsiveness at cardiac arrest team arrival took precedence.ConclusionsIn this nationwide registry study of non‐shockable IHCA comparing asystole to PEA, cardiac ischemia and respiratory failure were the predominant aetiologies. Duration of CPR was the most important predictor of survival, followed by aetiology. Asystole was associated with higher survival compared to PEA, possibly due to shorter CPR durations and a larger proportion of reversible aetiologies.
Is a vegetarian diet beneficial for bipolar disorder? Relationship between dietary patterns, exercise and pharmacological treatments with metabolic syndrome and course of disease in bipolar disorder
Authors: Gomes‐da‐Costa Susana , Fernandéz‐Pérez Isabel , Borras Roger , Lopez Noelia , Rivas Yudith , Ruiz Victoria , Pons‐Cabrera Maria Teresa , Giménez‐Palomo Anna , Anmella Gerard , Valentí Marc , Berk Michael , Vieta Eduard , Pacchiarotti Isabella 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackgroundLifestyle factors are being increasingly studied in bipolar disorder (BD) due to their possible effects on both course of disease and physical health. The aim of this study was to jointly describe and explore the interrelations between diet patterns, exercise, pharmacological treatment with course of disease and metabolic profile in BD.MethodsThe sample consisted of 66 euthymic or mild depressive individuals with BD. Clinical and metabolic outcomes were assessed, as well as pharmacological treatment or lifestyle habits (diet and exercise). Correlations were explored for different interrelations and a factor analysis of dietary patterns was performed.ResultsAdherence to the Mediterranean diet was low, seen in 37.9% of the patients and was positively associated with perceived quality of life. The amount of exercise was negatively associated with cholesterol levels, with 32.8% of participants rated as low active by International Physical Activity Questionnaire. There was a high prevalence of obesity (40.6%) and metabolic syndrome (29.7%). Users of lithium showed the best metabolic profile. Interestingly, three dietary patterns were identified: “vegetarian,” “omnivore” and “Western.” The key finding was the overall positive impact of the “vegetarian” pattern in BD, which was associated with reduced depression scores, better psychosocial functioning, and perceived quality of life, decreased body mass index, cholesterol, LDL and diastolic blood pressure. Nuts consumption was associated with a better metabolic profile.ConclusionsA vegetarian diet pattern was associated with both, better clinical and metabolic parameters, in patients with BD. Future studies should prioritize prospective and randomized designs to determine causal relationships, and potentially inform clinical recommendations.
Antipolitical class bias in corruption sentencing
Authors: Doria Vilaça Luiz , Morucci Marco , Paniagua Victoria 
Published: July 2024

AbstractAre corruption trials that involve the highest ranks in the public sphere and large private companies biased against some groups? Existing research predominantly focuses on corruption prosecutions of politicians, leaving unresolved the extent to which judges apply differential treatment when convicting and sentencing the political class compared to other defendants, including those in the private sector. To address this gap, we investigate judicial bias within Brazil's famous “Operação Lava Jato,” the largest corruption investigation carried out in history. Leveraging an original database that traces the trajectory of the universe of the 3154 cases of Lava Jato, we show that judges' sentencing decisions were not governed by a partisan logic. Instead, judges were more inclined to impose longer prison times and higher fines to elected politicians when compared to all other defendants, particularly those from the private sector. We interpret these findings as evidence of antipolitical class bias.
Effect of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy versus laparoscopic Roux‐en‐Y gastric bypass on body composition
Authors: Sivakumar Jonathan , Chen Qianyu , Chong Lynn , Read Matthew , Ward Salena , Winter Nicole , Sutherland Tom R. , Hii Michael W. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackgroundThere is limited data with respect to body composition changes for laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (SG) and laparoscopic Roux‐en‐Y gastric bypass (RYGB). The objective of this study was to analyse changes in body composition between these two procedures during the first year after bariatric surgery.MethodsA prospective study was performed in patients undergoing bariatric surgery at two tertiary hospitals between 2017 and 2023. Body composition was assessed with dual‐energy x‐ray absorptiometry immediately before surgery, and at 1‐, 6‐, 12‐, 18‐ and 24‐months post‐operatively, with a subgroup analysis performed for patients who undertook a scan at 18‐ and 24‐months. Total weight loss (TWL), body mass index (BMI), fat mass (FM), lean body mass (LBM) and bone mineral content (BMC) parameters were compared between SG and RYGB.ResultsForty‐five patients were included in this series (SG n = 30, RYGB n = 15). There was a significant reduction in mean %TWL of 26.94 ± 8.86% and mean BMI of 11.12 ± 3.70 kg/m2 over 12‐months. LBM accounted for 17.8% of TWL over 12‐months, SG and RYGB did not differ in terms of loss of FM or LBM. For both procedures, the loss of LBM appeared to plateau at 6‐months post‐operatively. The only statistically significant finding between the two procedures was that RYGB resulted in an additional 0.06 kg loss compared with SG.ConclusionSG and RYGB have been shown to have comparable weight loss and body composition changes in the short‐to‐medium term following surgery. LBM reduction was most significant in the early post‐operative period across the entire cohort.