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UV-irradiated rotifers for the maintenance of gnotobiotic zebrafish larvae
Authors: Rosales Susana Márquez , Bouchard Peter I. , Olmstead Emily M. , Parthasarathy Raghuveer 
Published: August 2024

AbstractHost-associated microbial communities profoundly impact the health of humans and other animals. Zebrafish have proven to be a useful model for uncovering mechanisms of host-microbe interactions, but the difficulty of maintaining germ-free or gnotobiotic zebrafish beyond one week post-fertilization has limited their utility. To address this, we have developed a simple protocol using ultraviolet (UV) irradiation of rotifers, a common and nutrient-rich prey species for larval zebrafish, to reduce the bacterial load associated with the rotifers by several orders of magnitude while maintaining their motility and viability. We find that though feeding with UV-treated rotifers does not preserve the sterility of germ-free fish, it enables the maintenance of pre-existing bacterial communities. Normal feeding, in striking contrast, leads to the near total depletion of these prior populations. We measure the abundance of single- and three-species consortia of zebrafish-commensal bacteria inoculated into initially germ-free larvae in a series of experiments extending to 8 days of feeding, or 13 days post-fertilization. We find, in fish fed UV-treated rotifers, persistence of bacterial populations on timescales of days, together with strong species-specific variation. In addition, re-inoculation of differently labeled strains of the same zebrafish-commensal species alongside feeding leads to colonization by the new bacteria without displacement of earlier microbes. Our method will facilitate the use of gnotobiotic zebrafish for investigations of phenomena that emerge later in animal development and for studies that probe microbiome composition fluctuations and stability over extended timescales.
Prevalence, associated factors and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns ofSalmonellaspecies and pathogenicEscherichia coliisolated from broiler poultry farms in Wakiso district, Uganda
Authors: Ssemakadde Thomas , Pauline Petra Nalumaga , Busingye Jude Collins , Bazira Joel , Taseera Kabanda 
Published: August 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundThe emergence and re- emergence of zoonotic bacterial infections and the upsurge reflected in current trends of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria is a major global concern.Salmonellaspp andEscherichia coli (E. coli)are the two most important food-borne pathogens of public health interest incriminated in poultry products worldwide hence necessitating constant monitoring of microbial food safety measures. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence, associated factors and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns ofSalmonellaandE. coliin poultry farms in Wakiso District to provide detailed information of extent of spread to guide plans that influence safer poultry keeping practices in this era.MethodsThis study was a cross sectional study that used a total of two hundred sixteen(216) poultry samples from cloacae swabs and fecal swabs collected from broiler poultry farms and cultured on ChromagarTMSalmonella and Sorbitol MacConkey agar for pathogenic E. coli. Biochemical tests, minimum inhibitory concentration, and polymerase chain reaction were utilized. Assessment of the correlations between the resistance patterns of resistant and susceptible isolates was determined using mean, and multiple logistic regression.ResultsA total of 40 (18.5%)Salmonellaand 120 (55.6%) PathogenicE. coliwas isolated. In this investigation, extended beta lactamase (ESBL) production was detected in 18 isolatesSalmonellaand 57 pathogenicE. coli. Prevalence ofblaTEM gene was expressed in 7/18 (39%)Salmonellaisolates and 42/57 (73.8%) PathogenicE. coliisolates The associated factors that predispose these farms toSalmonellaand PathogenicE. coliidentified in this study include: contact of poultry and wild birds (p- value =0.000), movement from one pen to the other by farm-handlers (P-Value = 0.030), use of untreated water (P-Value =0.005) and food contamination of commercial poultry feeds (P-Value= 0.0021)ConclusionSalmonellaspp andEscherichia coliremain the two most important food-borne pathogens of public health interest incriminated in the poultry field, and it is evident from this study that these bacteria have resistant genes associated with them.
Foreign exchange market herd behaviour: empirical study in ASEAN-5 countries
Authors: Danila Nevi , Aggarwal Priyanka 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThe study examines the herd behaviour in Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-5 foreign exchange markets: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.Design/methodology/approachWe use the daily data as a sample. Cross-sectional absolute deviation (CSAD) and quantile regression are employed to identify the herding behaviour in these markets.FindingsThe findings report that all the foreign exchange markets in ASEAN-5 do not exhibit herding behaviour. Diversity of the fundamental economic, such as economic growth rate, rate of inflation and economy structure, produce monetary and exchange rate policies, is among the reasons for the absence of herd behaviour.Practical implicationsMaintaining macroeconomic stability and promoting market resilience to outside shocks should remain a priority for policymakers. As for investors, diversification is still a vital risk-management strategy.Originality/valueThis study provides a novel investigation into herd behaviour in ASEAN-5 foreign exchange market.
A systematic search and review of early contractor involvement in construction project development
Authors: Osuizugbo Innocent Chigozie , Omer Mazen M. , Rahman Rahimi A. , Oshodi Olalekan Shamsideen 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThis study aims to review the current trends in early contractor involvement (ECI) in construction project development. The review consist of the following objectives: (1) identifying the benefits of ECI on construction project development; (2) identifying the challenges of ECI in construction project development; and (3) identifying the strategies of ECI in construction project development.Design/methodology/approachThis study systematically reviews the literature on the application of ECI in construction project development. A total of 133 related articles were identified and analyzed using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) method.FindingsThis review identified “improved team work/collaboration working relationship” as the top benefits of ECI in construction project development. “Cultural barrier” was identified as the top challenge of ECI in construction project development, while “contributing value engineering” and “buildability evaluation input”, were the top two strategies of ECI in construction project development.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first to systematically review prior literature on ECI. As a result, the study provides a comprehensive understanding of the current state of the art and fills the literature gap. Researchers and industry professionals can use the study findings to increase the rate and benefits of implementing ECI in construction projects.
Solo traveling behavior in pre-pandemic and post-pandemic eras – a comparative analysis
Authors: Nirkow Anna , Abbasian Saeid 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
This study aims to empirically investigate solo travel behavior, comparing decision-making, destination choice, motivations, perceived experiences and constraints between the pre-pandemic and post-pandemic eras.

Design/methodology/approach
Using a mixed-methods approach, the study combines quantitative and qualitative data to enhance reliability and flexibility. An online survey attracted 250 respondents, providing demographic data and pandemic-related insights, complemented by eight in-depth interviews. Qualitative content analysis was used to extract key findings on motivations, constraints and destination choices.

Findings
The findings reveal that, pre-pandemic, independence and flexibility were key motivators for solo travel, with safety and budget as significant constraints. During the pandemic, half of the respondents continued solo travel, mainly within Europe, facing constraints related to destination choice and health concerns. Post-pandemic, solo travel interest resurged, emphasizing unchanged motivations but reduced concerns over companionship and planning. The study identifies a “traveling for revenge” trend post-pandemic, showcasing a desire to overcome constraints imposed during the pandemic.

Originality/value
The study contributes original insights into the nuanced changes in solo travel behavior due to the COVID-19 pandemic, offering a deeper understanding of solo travelers' evolving mindsets. It is one of the few studies to examine the pandemic's impact on solo traveling, providing short-term shifts in motivations and constraints with implications for the travel industry.
Exploring the first impression of a company: an empirical analysis of IPO prospectuses applying the impression formation model
Authors: Chung Jee Young , Ki Eyun-Jung 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThe present study aims to identify how firms positioned their corporate reputation (i.e. impressiveness vs respectability) in their initial public offering (IPO) communication based on the impression formation model. Further, the study examined whether this presentation of corporate reputation was related to IPO success (i.e. stock price and volume of trading).Design/methodology/approachThe present study analyzed 248 IPO prospectuses that were submitted to the major US stock markets. Specifically, various substantive and symbolic information and cues in IPO prospectuses were content analyzed.FindingsThe results suggest that bigger (in terms of revenue) IPO companies featured more “impressiveness” in their IPO prospectus, leading to greater IPO success. Bigger (in terms of both revenue and number of employees) IPO companies featured more “respectability” impressions in the IPO prospectus, although they did not achieve direct IPO success on the first day of IPO. Different types of industry used different information cues to feature “impressiveness” and/or “respectability,” suggesting that different types of firms view different cues to be important to IPO communication.Practical implicationsThe results also suggest some practical guidelines for the strategic use of contents, tables and illustrations. Using more charts, tables and illustrations in IPO prospectus summaries was associated with a higher volume of trading on the first day. The more illustrations included in the IPO prospectus summaries, the less investors were willing to pay for initial stock prices.Originality/valueIPO communication is a generally understudied area in corporate communication and strategic communication scholarship. The results should help to explain which communicative aspects and PR strategies effectively manage the firm’s impression to maximize the chances of an IPO success as well as initially build the financial reputation of a company. By doing so, the findings contribute to the broader advancement of financial communication within the strategic communications domain.
Digital humanities in US academic libraries: case studies
Authors: Habing Kelda , Ruan Lian 
Published: August 2024

PurposeDigital Humanities is a robust area of research and practice at universities and their libraries across the world. This case study investigates the unique DH practices of seven US academic libraries to provide insights into how varied academic libraries operate their DH programs.Design/methodology/approachSemi-structured interviews with nine library staff in DH or DH-adjacent positions at seven US academic libraries were used to investigate library DH practices.FindingsThis case study highlighted key areas of academic library DH practices including Space, Technology, Staff, Instruction and Collaboration. Practices in these areas were compared against each other and literature to comment on the current state of DH library practices and offer some recommendations for select areas.Research limitations/implicationsThis case study interviewed staff in a limited number of US libraries and is not generalizable to or a reflection of the many academic libraries in the US or across the world.Originality/valueThe juxtaposition of multiple libraries’ DH activities provides a unique perspective on academic library DH practice, as many studies investigate only a single library as their subject.
Learning to dance the interview dance: the job interview as an obstacle to employment for autistic university graduates
Authors: Garrod Brian , Hansen Marcus 
Published: August 2024

PurposeA significant autism employment gap persists in many countries. This study examines how the traditional job interview might form an obstacle to autistic people obtaining employment. It then offers a range of strategies that could make the traditional job interview more effective in allowing employers to identify and hire those who have an “autism advantage”.Design/methodology/approachA triangulated, qualitative approach is employed, comprising (1) five focus groups with a total of 23 students at a UK university who identity as autistic, and (2) semi-structured interviews with five of their support practitioners. Thematic analysis was then applied to identify causes, effects and possible solutions.FindingsThe analysis identified three main strategies, and two sub-strategies, for refining the traditional job interview by reducing or removing the obstacle it presents to autistic people seeking employment. These comprise abandoning the traditional interview, adapting it (divided in to adjusting and augmenting sub-strategies) and accepting it.Originality/valueThree conclusions were developed from the analysis: first, that while the traditional interview tends to be biased against autistic people, it is not in itself a particularly acute method for selecting job candidates; second, that the application of universal design would be beneficial not only to neurodivergent people, but also to neurotypicals and employers; third, that the fear of disclosure represents a major obstacle to autistic people trusting in schemes intended to assist them.
Navigating diversity in supply chain relationships: building trustworthiness through complementary and supplementary fits
Authors: Ta Ha , Kumar Pritosh , Hofer Adriana Rossiter , Jin Yao “Henry” 
Published: August 2024

PurposeSupply chain (SC) professionals are increasingly working alongside business partners of diverse backgrounds, which has been argued to engender both innovation and creativity but also found as potentially detrimental to SC relationships and performance. To reconcile these views, this study explores two mechanisms – supplementary (similarity) and complementary fits – at the surface (observable traits) and deep (unobservable characteristics) levels and their impact on a focal firm representative’s perception of a SC partner’s trustworthiness.Design/methodology/approachModel was tested using survey data from 285 managers involved in interorganizational SC relationships.FindingsResults indicate that a focal firm representative’s perception of supplementary and complementary fits with a SC partner positively impacts their perception of the partner’s trustworthiness. However, the effects of similarity at both surface and deep levels and complementarity weaken each other.Practical implicationsUnderstanding the mechanisms of diversity in SC relationships is crucial for fostering trustworthiness and achieving organizational objectives. Firms should evaluate both supplementary and complementary fits when hiring or assigning roles. Embracing a complementary fit not only promotes diversity but also mitigates the negative impact of similarity bias, ultimately strengthening trustworthiness within the organization's SC ecosystem.Originality/valueBy simultaneously examining individual and combined effects of two unique mechanisms of supplementarity and complementarity at the surface and deep levels, this study sheds light on inconsistent findings of the effects of diversity in the SCM literature.
Six dimensions of sustainability: a framework for organizing diverse university sustainability curricula at The Ohio State University
Authors: Conroy Maria Manta , Mansfield Becky , Irwin Elena , Jaquet Gina , Hitzhusen Gregory , Brooks Jeremy 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
Integrating sustainability into university curricula brings diverse challenges and conflicts as separate units vie for ownership of courses and topics. This case study presents a six dimensions sustainability framework developed at The Ohio State University to organize curricula under an inclusive strategy.

Design/methodology/approach
An interdisciplinary group of faculty focused on sustainability education engaged in a three-phased process including review of sustainability definitions from diverse disciplines; analysis of key aspects of the definitions in conjunction with course descriptions and learning outcomes; and identification of commonalities across the key aspects. This yielded six foundational dimensions of sustainability which serve as a means to assess curricular contributions across University units and topics. The six dimensions framework has been used in practice in multiple contexts.

Findings
The six dimensions framework provides a way to identify and foster diverse sustainability curricula efforts. It has enabled academic units to describe their disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives on diverse sustainability topics and the University to advance a broad sustainability vision.

Originality/value
The six dimensions framework provides a novel “big tent” approach to integration of sustainability into higher education curricula. The framework provides guidance about what counts as sustainability while maintaining the breadth that widens participation.
Heterogeneous stock market impact of Russia–Ukraine War for oil and gas companies
Authors: Martins António Miguel , Correia Pedro , Gouveia Ricardo 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to examine the short-term market impact of the beginning of the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine (24 February 2022), the world’s largest oil and gas companies.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors examine the world’s 100 largest listed oil and gas companies at and around the beginning of the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine using an event study methodology.

Findings
The authors observe a positive and statistically significant stock price reaction at and around the military conflict. These results are consistent with the asset pricing perspective. Conversely, the stock market returns of Russian oil and gas companies, as well as those companies that were “forced” to divest in Russia due to corporate activism, exhibit a negative and statistically significant impact from the conflict. These reactions are reinforced or mitigated by company-specific characteristics such as size, profitability and institutional ownership. Finally, the findings indicate that companies engaged in oil and gas exploration and production report abnormally higher returns compared to firms in the other two subsectors of the industry.

Originality/value
The effect of the war on stock markets has been relatively little examined in the financial theory. This study intends to fill this gap in the literature.
Disentangling tech-enabled system change in social enterprises: an empirical exploration of Ashoka fellows
Authors: Chiodo Veronica , Gerli Francesco , Giuliano Ambra 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
The complexity of contemporary societal challenges in emerging countries reanimates the necessity of collective action to resolve them. What is required is system change, namely, transformations in policy, practice, power relationships, market dynamics and social customs that underlie social and environmental issues. Technological innovations, paired with intentional social changes, might play a transformative role in this effort. This paper aims to investigate the relationship between the adoption of technologies in social enterprises (SEs) and their contribution to achieving system change. It also addresses the effects of their hybrid nature on this relationship.

Design/methodology/approach
The analysis relied on data collected through a survey of the global population of Ashoka fellows, which is largely based in emerging economies. Three models were developed concerning different pathways to achieve system change identified in the theoretical framework. These were tested using Probit regressions.

Findings
The investigation confirms that technology can support SEs in navigating complex pathways to achieve system change rather than merely enabling linear scaling operational strategies. The pursuit of economic value creation, in conjunction with a social mission, decreases the ability of SEs to achieve system change. This is because the scaling paths which hardly create revenues are neglected.

Originality/value
The study conceptualises a multifaceted model of system change. It tests the framework empirically to show that SEs can adopt technologies to unleash complex system change processes to generate societal impact, on top of merely demonstrating linear approaches to scaling or replication. The paper questions the capacity of SEs to facilitate system change without appropriate financial support and the inherent tensions between hybridity and the depth of system change dynamics.
Empirical nexus of corporate social responsibility, service quality, corporate reputation and brand preference: evidence from Iranian healthcare industry
Authors: Ghorbanzadeh Davood , Chandra Teddy , Elmirzaev Samariddin , Mohammad AlHamad Ahmad Qasim , Prasad K.D.V. , Deng Yang 
Published: August 2024

PurposeResearchers have widely explored and associated corporate social responsibility with firm success. Measuring the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR), service quality, corporate reputation, and brand preference by drawing on the stakeholder theory in healthcare industry and developing countries remains a substantial research gap.Design/methodology/approachBased on quantitative research and convenience sampling, data for the study were collected from 320 patients who have undergone treatments in 5 different private hospitals in Tehran, Iran. We analyzed the data using the Smart PLS 3.0 structural equation modeling technique.FindingsThe survey revealed that service quality and CSR are positively linked with corporate reputation, leading to brand preference in the healthcare sector. In addition, the mediating role of brand reputation in the relationship between corporate social responsibility, service quality and brand preference were confirmed.Research limitations/implicationsThe survey was performed in the context of the healthcare industry; however, additional studies are necessary to extrapolate the results to other fields, such as education and food. This research helps guide policymakers, administrators, healthcare managers, and researchers by highlighting the contribution and role of service quality, corporate social responsibility, and corporate reputation in achieving a hospital’s performance.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study also extends research in the diverse literature by examining the relationship between CSR, service quality, corporate reputation, and brand preference by illustrating the stakeholder theory in the context of the healthcare sector.