bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Power tactic usage by gender at work and home: past, present, and future
Authors: Schwarzwald Joseph , Koslowsky Meni , Bernstein Jessica 
Published: July 2013

PurposeResearch has indicated that gender stereotypes, especially as they relate to women, are changing due to their growing numbers in the labor force. This research on power usage for gaining compliance in conflict situations examines whether a similar tendency exists for social power tactics, another aspect of the gender stereotype.Design/methodology/approachIn two studies, one focusing on manager‐subordinates interactions (n=141) and the other on husband‐wife relationships (n=149), participants were presented with scenarios describing conflict situations relevant for each setting occurring in three time periods ‐ past, present, and future – and then estimated the frequency of power category (harsh/intermediate/soft) usage by men and women in each of these periods.FindingsFindings indicated that gender stereotypical attributions eroded over time with a greater ascription of feminine tactics to males in the present and future. It was also found that harsh tactics usage was attributed to a greater extent in the work rather than the home setting.Research limitations/implications:In general, stereotype research assesses perceptions rather than reality. The perceptions measured here regarding past and future, though intrinsically informative, may reflect selective perception or social desirability.Originality/valueThis work indicated that the increasing involvement of women in the work force seems to have affected perceptions of the manner in which individuals exercise power in conflict situations. In particular, gender differences in power usage are viewed as diminishing over time; a tendency more discernible in the work world than at home.
Prior consumer satisfaction and alliance encounter satisfaction attributions
Authors: Li Ning , Murphy William H. 
Published: July 2013

PurposeBuilt upon brand attitude literature, particularly the cognitive dissonance theory and contrast theory, the authors' conceptual framework aims to explain how prior consumer satisfaction with each alliance partner affects consumer attributions (i.e. credit or blame) directed toward each partner for both highly satisfying and less‐than‐highly satisfying alliance experiences.Design/methodology/approachThis paper extends the cognitive dissonance theory and contrast theory to the brand alliance context. Survey responses from 1,510 consumers, each having had purchase experiences with one of 18 brand alliances, were used to test hypotheses.FindingsThe authors identify which of the two theories provides greater explanatory power under varying conditions. Further, they find an intriguing host effect. That is, consumers tend to hold host partners more responsible for both highly satisfying and less‐than‐highly satisfying alliance encounters.Practical implicationsThe authors' findings help firms better understand how consumers respond to alliance encounters. Practical insights include distinct advice for host versus guest partners in partner selection and resource commitments to alliance platforms.Originality/valueThis paper is among the first to investigate consumer reactions to actual alliance encounters, especially in market rather than experimental conditions. Further, whereas the literature has focused on positive consumer experiences with brand alliances, the authors' research includes both highly satisfying and less‐than‐highly satisfying alliance experiences and thus they uniquely report on the full range of alliance encounter outcomes.
Network resources and the innovation performance
Authors: Zheng Suli , Li Huiping , Wu Xiaobo 
Published: July 2013

PurposeSo as to understand the effects of network resources on firm innovation and performance within alliances and networks, this paper aims to examine the correlation between network resources and innovation performance through the mediation of capability accumulation and relative bargaining power.Design/methodology/approachDrawing on a survey of 208 Chinese firms engaged in global production networks, this paper extracts four sets of hierarchical regressions to test the impact of network resources on innovation performance.FindingsResults show that network resources are an important source of competitive advantage and the distinction between accessed resources and embedded resources is critical. Other than through direct influences, innovation performance was partly achieved through the mediating role of technological capability and relative bargaining power.Research limitations/implicationsBuilding upon the data introduced in this paper, future studies may examine the effects of network resources in different contexts and the interaction between external and internal resources.Practical implicationsFor firms competing within and between various networks, the forming and utilizing of network resources become a new source of competitive advantage. Hence, careful planning and a consideration of network resources should be undertaken to achieve improvements to a firm's performance.Originality/valueFirst, this paper adds value to the network resource construct by distinguishing two different dimensions. Second, by integrating the mediating effects of technological capabilities and relative bargaining power, this paper reveals the mechanism by which network resources impact innovation performance within various network structures.
Perceived usefulness of innovation programs for high‐tech and low‐tech firms
Authors: Belso‐Martínez José Antonio , Xavier Molina‐Morales F. , Mas‐Verdu Francisco 
Published: July 2013

PurposeDespite the sizable amount of previous research on this topic, little is known about the reasons why firms decide to start collaboration projects with innovation advanced service providers, such as universities and technological institutes. This paper aims to investigate which factors at an individual firm level are involved in these collaborative strategies on supporting product and management improvements offered by local institutions to innovative firms.Design/methodology/approachThe research is contextualized in the Valencian region and applies the resource based view and the regional innovation system approach as theoretical frameworks. Methodologically, the paper adopts a cross‐sectional analysis and employs ordered regression models on a sample of innovative firms during 2009.FindingsFirstly, this paper endorses previous research suggesting the crucial role of cooperation and external knowledge on SME innovation. Secondly, it evidences how internal resources and capabilities determine a firm's use of public supported innovation. Thirdly, previous experience appears to be extremely relevant in explaining successful engagement in both technological and managerial innovation programs.Research limitations/implicationsBecause the case study approach and qualitative methodologies are used, the authors advise readers not to generalize their findings. The research on the subject matter is offered as a means to substantiate or refute the latest research premises, and provide empirical evidence on the selected region.Originality/valueAlthough this paper corroborates recent contributions, it does provide some novel findings. High‐level managerial capabilities seem to discourage the use of public programs supporting innovation practices (either in technological or managerial aspects), while engagement in university programs relies heavily on the firm's technological capabilities or exposure to global competition, and less on other characteristics. Policy makers should pay particular attention to both pieces of evidence when designing programs.
Priorities and determinants for supply chain management skills development in manufacturing firms
Authors: Lorentz Harri , Töyli Juuso , Solakivi Tomi , Ojala Lauri 
Published: July 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to find out the current SCM skill development priorities in manufacturing firms and how the structural properties of the supply chain translate into demand for SCM skills in manufacturing firms.Design/methodology/approachAn internet survey was designed and conducted. The responses of 154 manufacturing companies operating in Finland were analysed through descriptive statistics and regression analyses.FindingsThe supply chain management skills with an inter‐organisational focus tend to have a higher development priority than the skills with an intra‐organisational focus. The top five skills for development are: demand forecasting and supply planning; sourcing and supplier management; customer and distribution channel management; production planning and control; and information systems for logistics and production planning. Structural properties of the supply chain seem to have an effect on skills that are related to supply chain design and information flow infrastructure, i.e. the ability to locate the various nodes in the network, and to connect and coordinate their respective activities in the face of often uncertain demand.Research limitations/implicationsThe results are based on survey research with a limited sample size and geographic coverage with bias towards large firms. The research scope is further limited to investigating the influence of structural properties of the supply chain, leaving opportunities for further research on the demand for SCM skills.Originality/valueThe authors report original findings that provide input to the development processes of training programmes and university curricula, related to supply chain management. They also initiate theory development on the determinants of demand for SCM skills.
Statistical Challenges in the Quantification of Gunshot Residue Evidence
Authors: Gauriot Romain , Gunaratnam Lawrence , Moroni Rossana , Reinikainen Tapani , Corander Jukka 
Published: July 2013

AbstractThe discharging of a gun results in the formation of extremely small particles known as gunshot residues (GSR). These may be deposited on the skin and clothing of the shooter, on other persons present, and on nearby items or surfaces. Several factors and their complex interactions affect the number of detectable GSR particles, which can deeply influence the conclusions drawn from likelihood ratios or posterior probabilities for prosecution hypotheses of interest. We present Bayesian network models for casework examples and demonstrate that probabilistic quantification of GSR evidence can be very sensitive to the assumptions concerning the model structure, prior probabilities, and the likelihood components. This finding has considerable implications for the use of statistical quantification of GSR evidence in the legal process.
Methylenedioxypyrovalerone (“Bath Salts”),Related Death: Case Report and Review of the Literature,
Authors: Kesha Kilak , Boggs Cassie L. , Ripple Mary G. , Allan Carol H. , Levine Barry , Jufer‐Phipps Rebecca , Doyon Suzanne , Chi PaoLin , Fowler David R. 
Published: July 2013

AbstractCathinone derivatives (bath salts) have emerged as the latest drugs of abuse. 3,4‐methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV) is the primary active ingredient in bath salts used in this country. This article presents the second reported cause of death by MDPV intoxication alone. In April 2011, a delusional man was emergently brought to a hospital, where he self‐reported bath salt usage. He became agitated, developed ventricular tachycardia, hyperthermia, and died. Comprehensive alcohol and drug testing was performed. Using the alkaline drug screen, heart blood contained 0.7 mg/L MDPV and peripheral blood contained 1.0 mg/L MDPV. His bizarre behavior with life‐threatening hyperthermia was consistent with an MDPV‐induced excited delirium state. MDPV is not yet found by routine immunoassay toxicology screens. Testing for MDPV should be considered in cases with a history of polysubstance abuse with stimulant type drugs, report of acute onset of psychogenic symptoms, excited delirium syndrome, or presentation in a hyperthermic state.
The Effects of Polymer Pigmentation on Fingermark Development Techniques
Authors: Bacon Simon R. , Ojeda Jesus J. , Downham Rory , Sears Vaughn G. , Jones Benjamin J. 
Published: July 2013

AbstractThe effectiveness of latent fingerprint development techniques is heavily influenced by the physical and chemical properties of the deposition surface. The use of powder suspensions is increasing for development of prints on a range of surfaces. We demonstrate that carbon powder suspension development on polymers is detrimentally affected by the presence of common white pigment, titanium dioxide. Scanning electron microscopy demonstrates that patches of the compound are clearly associated with increased levels of powder adhesion. Substrates with nonlocalized titanium dioxide content also exhibit increased levels of carbon powder staining on a surface‐wide basis. Secondary ion mass spectrometry and complementary techniques demonstrate the importance of levels of the pigment within the top 30 nm. The association is independent of fingermark deposition and may be related to surface energy variation. The detrimental effect of the pigment is not observed with small‐particle reagent (MoS2 SPR) or cyanoacrylate (superglue) fuming techniques that exploit different development mechanisms.
A 27‐Locus STR Assay to Meet All United States and European Law Enforcement Agency Standards,
Authors: Schumm James W. , Gutierrez‐Mateo Cristina , Tan Eugene , Selden Richard 
Published: July 2013

AbstractDifferent national and international agencies have selected specific STR sets for forensic database use. To enhance database comparison across national and international borders, a 27‐locus multiplex system was developed comprising all 15 STR loci of the European standard set, the current 13 STR loci of the CODIS core, the proposed 22 STR loci of the expanded CODIS core, 4 additional commonly used STR loci, and the amelogenin locus. Development required iterative primer design to resolve primer‐related artifacts, amplicon sizing, and locus‐to‐locus balance issues. The 19.5‐min assay incorporated newly developed six‐dye chemistry analyzed using a novel microfluidic electrophoresis instrument capable of simultaneous detection and discrimination of 8 or more fluorescent dyes. The 27‐locus multiplex offers the potential for a new international STR standard permitting laboratories in any jurisdiction to use a single reaction to determine profiles for loci they typically generate plus an expanded common STR profiling set of global interest.
Dental Age Assessment in Children: A Comparison of Four Methods in a Recent French Population
Authors: Urzel Vanessa , Bruzek Jaroslav 
Published: July 2013

AbstractThe aim of this study was to analyze the accuracy and the reliability of four methods of dental age estimation (Demirjian, Willems I, Willems II, and Chaillet standards) in a French population. Orthopantomograms of 743 children aged between 4 and 15 years were used. The Demirjian standards gave a consistent overestimation of dental age compared with chronological age (+0.45 and +0.46 years for girls and boys, respectively). We found that three modified methods were more accurate for both sexes than Demirjian's method: the Willems I method appeared to be more suitable when the sex and ethnicity are both known (−0.09 and +0.14 years for girls and boys, respectively); the Willems II method was more accurate for children of unknown sex (mean difference = 0.00 years), and the Chaillet method was found to be more accurate than the Demirjian method, but less accurate than the Willems I method (−0.59 and −0.18 years for girls and boys, respectively).
Is Parenteral Phosphate Replacement in the Intensive Care Unit Safe?
Authors: Agarwal Banwari , Walecka Agnieszka , Shaw Steve , Davenport Andrew 
Published: July 2013

AbstractHypophosphatemia is well recognized in the intensive care setting, associated with refeeding and continuous forms of renal replacement therapy (CCRT). However, it is unclear as to when and how to administer intravenous phosphate supplementation in the general intensive care setting. There have been recent concerns regarding phosphate administration and development of acute kidney injury. We therefore audited our practice of parenteral phosphate administration. We prospectively audited parenteral phosphate administration (20 mmol) in 58 adult patients in a general intensive care unit in a University tertiary referral center. Fifty‐eight patients were audited; mean age 57.2 ± 2.0 years, 70.7% male. The median duration of the infusion was 310 min (228–417), and 50% of the patients were on CRRT. 63.8% of patients were hypophosphatemic (<0.87 mmol/L) prior to the phosphate infusion, and serum phosphate increased from 0.79 ± 0.02 to 1.07 ± 0.03 mmol/L, P < 0.001. Two patients became hyperphosphatemic (>1.45 mmol/L). There was no correlation between the change in serum phosphate and the pre‐infusion phosphate. Although there were no significant changes in serum urea, creatinine or other electrolytes, arterial ionized calcium fell from 1.15 ± 0.01 to 1.13 ± 0.01 mmol/L, P < 0.01. Although infusion of 20 mmol phosphate did not appear to adversely affect renal function and corrected hypophosphatemia in 67.7% of cases, we found that around 33% of patients who were given parenteral phosphate were not hypophosphatemic, and that the fall in ionized calcium raises the possibility of the formation of calcium‐phosphate complexes and potential for soft tissue calcium deposition.
Retinal vascular calibre and response to light exposure and serial imaging
Authors: von Hanno Therese , Sjølie Anne Katrin , Mathiesen Ellisiv B. 
Published: July 2013

Abstract.Purpose:  To investigate whether retinal vessel calibre measurements on optical retinal photography are affected by light and dark exposure prior to photography and whether the vessel calibre changes during an imaging sequence of several images.Methods:  Digital optical retinal photographs were obtained from 32 healthy adults in two separate image sequences of six images during 1 min; one sequence with 10 min of dark exposure and one with 10 min of light exposure prior to imaging. Retinal arteriolar and venular calibres were measured computer‐assisted and summarized as central retinal artery and vein equivalents (CRAE and CRVE). Outcome measures were difference in calibres after prior light versus prior dark exposure and difference in calibre during each of the two imaging sequences.Results:  CRVE was wider with prior light exposure (2.7%, p = 0.0001), comparing the first image in each image sequence. Within each sequence, there was a venular dilatation from first to last image, both with prior light exposure (1.7%, p = 0.0003) and prior dark exposure (3.1%, p < 0.0001), with the change less pronounced with prior light exposure (p = 0.0164). CRAE showed no significant change in either outcome.Conclusions:  Retinal venular calibre was wider with light exposure prior to imaging and increased slightly during the imaging sequences, less pronounced after prior light than dark exposure. Measurement error due to these effects will probably be reduced by avoiding dark prior to imaging, and a possible bias effect of endothelial dysfunction may possibly be reduced by measuring calibre on an image taken early in the image sequence.
High EVI1 expression is associated with MLL rearrangements and predicts decreased survival in paediatric acute myeloid leukaemia: a report from the children's oncology group
Authors: Ho Phoenix A. , Alonzo Todd A. , Gerbing Robert B. , Pollard Jessica A. , Hirsch Betsy , Raimondi Susana C. , Cooper Todd , Gamis Alan S. , Meshinchi Soheil 
Published: July 2013

SummaryEctopic viral integration site‐1 (EVI1) is highly expressed in certain cytogenetic subsets of adult acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), and has been associated with inferior survival. We sought to examine the clinical and biological associations of EVI1high, defined as expression in excess of normal controls, in paediatric AML. EVI1 mRNA expression was measured via quantitative real‐time polymerase chain reaction in diagnostic specimens obtained from 206 patients. Expression levels were correlated with clinical features and outcome. EVI1high was present in 58/206 (28%) patients. MLL rearrangements occurred in 40% of EVI1high patients as opposed to 12% of the EVI1low/absent patients (P < 0·001). No abnormalities of 3q26 were found in EVI1high patients by conventional cytogenetic analysis, nor were cryptic 3q26 abnormalities detected in a subset of patients screened by next‐generation sequencing. French‐American‐British class M7 was enriched in the EVI1high group, accounting for 24% of these patients. EVI1high patients had significantly lower 5‐year overall survival from study entry (51% vs. 68%, P = 0·015). However, in multivariate analysis including other established prognostic markers, EVI1 expression did not retain independent prognostic significance. EVI1 expression is currently being studied in a larger cohort of patients enrolled on subsequent Children's Oncology Group trials, to determine if EVI1high has prognostic value in MLL‐rearranged or intermediate‐risk subsets.
Microleakage of the prosthetic abutment/implant interface with internal and external connection: In vitro study
Authors: Larrucea Verdugo Carlos , Jaramillo Núñez Guido , Acevedo Avila Ariel , Larrucea San Martín Carlo 
Published: July 2013

AbstractObjectiveThis study determined the degree of marginal microleakage of the abutment–implant interface on platforms with Morse taper connection and external connection.Materials and methodsFor this in vitro study, 42 implants, 21 with external connection and 21 with Morse taper connection, were used, immersed in acrylic resin cylinders. Each implant was joined by a prosthetic abutment screw tightened at different degrees, forming the six study groups: (1) External connection, manual tightening (2) External connection, 20 Newton (N) tightening (3) External connection, 30 N tightening (4) Morse taper connection, manual tightening (5) Morse taper connection, 20 N tightening (6)Morse taper connection, 30 N tightening. All samples were subjected to load cycling and thermocycling. Then, they were submerged in a solution of 0.2% methylene blue for 24 h. Finally, the microleakage was measured via 20× optical microscopy in each study group, average was obtained, and Mann–Whitney test was applied.ResultsStatistically significant differences (P < 0.001) were found between the levels of microleakage presented in the Morse taper connection implants (1.48) and external connection implants (2.8) in all three types of tightening. Microleakage levels decreases when increasing torque is applied to the screws.ConclusionMorse taper connection implants showed lower levels of microleakage than external connection implants; also, it was observed that microleakage decreases in the way torque increases.