bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Noninvasive Disease Assessment in Eosinophilic Esophagitis With Fractionated Exhaled Nitric Oxide, Blood, and Fecal Biomarkers
Authors: Göldi Andreas , Kaymak Tanay , Esposito Luca , Lehmann Anouk , Negoias Simona , Tamm Michael , Niess Jan Hendrik , Hruz Petr 
Published: August 2024

Background:
Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic inflammatory condition of the esophagus triggered by food and aeroallergens. There is a need for noninvasive biomarkers that reliably detect EoE in patients with cardinal symptoms and predict treatment response to reduce endoscopic evaluations.

Study:
Nonasthmatic patients 18 years or above with suspected or diagnosed EoE, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and control individuals with indication for endoscopy were enrolled prospectively between November 2020 and May 2022. Participants underwent body plethysmography with fractionated exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) level measurement. Besides, serum and fecal biomarkers were measured by ELISA. A follow-up examination was scheduled after treatment initiation in patients with active EoE.

Results:
The median FeNO level in active EoE (20 ppb) was higher compared with GERD (15 ppb, P=0.038) and control individuals (14 ppb, P=0.046). Median FeNO did not significantly differ in EoE patients who underwent follow-up assessment after treatment response (20 ppb vs. 18 ppb, P=0.771). Serum EDN, ECP, and the absolute eosinophil blood count (AEC) were elevated in active EoE compared with control individuals but not compared with GERD except for AEC. Serum EDN, ECP and AEC decreased in EoE in remission at follow-up assessment. None of the fecal biomarkers was elevated in active EoE or during treatment.

Conclusions:
Assessment of FeNO may have diagnostic value in differentiating patients with active EoE from non-EoE patients but is not a suitable marker for monitoring disease activity. Serum EDN, ECP, TARC, and AEC levels are emerging as potential candidates for monitoring disease activity in EoE.
Reproducibility of the AGREE II Tool for Assessing the Methodological Quality of Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Antithrombotic Agents in Patients Undergoing GI Endoscopy
Authors: Dayto Denisse Camille , Blonski Wojciech , Reljic Tea , Klocksieben Farina , Gill Jeffrey , Gomez-Esquivel Rene D. , Patel Brijesh , Taunk Pushpak , Sephien Andrew , Thelin Camille , Kumar Ambuj 
Published: August 2024

Background:
Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) exist for the management of antithrombotic agents in the periendoscopic period; however, their methodological qualities vary. The Appraisal of Guidelines for Research & Evaluation II (AGREE II) tool has been validated for the assessment of the methodological quality of CPGs; however, its reproducibility has not been assessed. The goal of this study was to assess the reproducibility of the AGREE II tool for CPGs published within the last 6 years for the management of antithrombotic agents in the periendoscopic period.

Study:
A systematic search of PubMed and Embase databases was performed to identify eligible CPGs published between January 1, 2016 and April 14, 2022. The quality of the CPG was independently assessed by 6 reviewers using the AGREE II instrument. The reproducibility was summarized as weighted κ statistic and intraclass correlation coefficient using the SPSS statistical analysis package.

Results:
The search yielded 343 citations with 7 CPGs from Europe, Asia, and the United States included in the critical appraisal. The overall mean weighted κ score across all guidelines was 0.300 (range, 0.093 to 0.384) indicating a fair agreement. The overall intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.462 (range, 0.175 to 0.570) for single measures and 0.837 (range, 0.560 to 0.888) for average measures indicating moderate reliability.

Conclusions:
Our study shows only a fair overall interobserver agreement in the methodological quality of the included CPGs. The results suggest the need for education and training of CPG raters to enhance the application of the AGREE II tool to improve its reproducibility.
Complete Platysma Muscle Suspension in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery
Authors: Timberlake Andrew T. , Brawley Craig Cameron , Paul Benjamin C. , Rosenberg David B. 
Published: August 2024

Summary:
Deep plane facelift surgery is not new, having originally been described over 30 years ago, however the technique has seen a recent surge in popularity. While proponents emphasize its ability to deliver very natural results, critics often cite the possibility of additional risk of the procedure due to its technically challenging dissection in proximity to branches of the facial nerve and other critical structures. These risks are perhaps greatest when operating in what have historically been described as the “danger zones,” particularly when releasing the zygomatic retaining ligaments, when performing the medial deep plane dissection in the midface, and when extending the platysma flap over the angle of the mandible into the neck. The senior author (DBR) has performed deep plane facelift surgery for over 20 years, training many novice surgeons to perform this procedure safely and incrementally. Herein, we illustrate surgical techniques to optimize safety when performing deep plane dissections. A novel vertical midline platysmaplasty combined with extended release of the low cervical platysma provide rejuvenation of the neck that extends to the clavicles.
The genomic outcomes of hybridization vary over time within a monkeyflower radiation
Authors: Short Aidan W , Streisfeld Matthew A 
Published: August 2024

AbstractThe accumulation of genetic differences through time can lead to reproductive isolation between populations and the origin of new species. However, hybridization between emerging species can occur at any point before isolation is complete. The evolutionary consequences of this hybridization may vary depending on when it occurred. If hybridization occurred later during the process, when ecological and genetic differences have accumulated between diverging lineages, low hybrid fitness can result in selection against gene flow. If hybridization occurred earlier, when barriers present were too weak to limit introgression, then hybridization can lead to genetic swamping. Alternatively, adaptive introgression can occur at any point during speciation. Thus, by understanding the history and genomic consequences of hybridization at different points along the speciation continuum, we can begin to understand how variation present within populations translates to divergence between species. Here, we identified the genomic signals of introgressive hybridization at different points during the divergence of two monkeyflower taxa endemic to the Channel Islands of California. We found that both ancient and recent introgression have shaped their genomes, but the impacts of selection on this foreign material varied. There was no signal of selection against ancient introgression, but we did find strong evidence for selection against recent introgression, potentially because there are more reproductive barriers in place now, reducing fitness in recent hybrids. Thus, this study reveals that hybridization can occur at multiple points throughout the divergence history of a radiation, but the processes shaping genome wide levels of introgression can change over time.
The bandwagon effect of organizational injustice in private hospital performance: a moderated-mediation model
Authors: Shoukat Muhammad Haroon , Shaukat Hira , Selem Kareem M. 
Published: August 2024

PurposeDrawing on conservation of resources (COR) theory, this paper aims to explore the effect of perceived organizational injustice (POI) on organizational performance (OPE) indirectly through knowledge hiding (KH). Moreover, this paper examines the boundary effects of perceived organizational politics (POP) and moral disengagement (MDS).Design/methodology/approachWe employed a time-lag approach to collect data from 244 employees in Pakistani private hospitals. SmartPLS v. 4.4 was run to check the outer model. For testing the moderated-mediation model as an inner model, PROCESS v.4 was applied.FindingsPOI negatively and indirectly influenced OPE through KH, whereas high levels of POP and MDS may result in a stronger POI–KH linkage.Originality/valueThis paper adds to the literature related to COR that has been utilized to explain employee behaviors in the hospital context, where the antecedents of OPE were primarily the subject of empirical investigation.
Female board gender diversity and financing decisions of listed firms: nonlinear threshold evidence using simultaneous equation modeling
Authors: Kusi Baah Aye 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
This study aims to examine the nonlinear threshold effect of female board gender diversity (FBGD) on debt financing (DF) and equity financing (EF) decisions arguing that the effect of FBGD varies/changes depending on the numerical strength of the women on the board.

Design/methodology/approach
This study uses seemingly unrelated simultaneous panel equation modeling of 19 listed firms on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) between 2010 and 2021. Although natural logs of equity and debts are used to proxy financing decisions, FBGD is measured as a percentage of total female board members to total board members.

Findings
This study reveals a nonlinear inverted U-shape effect of FBGD on EF and DF options. Although this result implies that the positive effects transit to negative effects when FBGD reaches numerical thresholds 34.20% and 35.11%, respectively, it also suggests that the risk averse nature of women on EF and DF usage becomes more visible and intense when the percentage of women on board increases above the mentioned thresholds, respectively. Clearly, the effect gender diversity on DF and EF depends on the numerical strength of the women on a board.

Practical implications
These results suggest that corporate entities and managers must be careful in the formation and implementation of gender diversity policies as gender diversity policies can influence/change debt and EF decisions. In addition, the thresholds show that a smaller number of women on board is required to lower EF compared to debt and this highlights risk-aversion nature women toward riskier financing decision. Also, the nonlinear inverted U-shape nexus from FBGD to EF and DF confirms the inverted U curve theory implying that the numerical strength of females on boards is critical for financing decisions.

Originality/value
This study contributes to the “gender diversity-financing decision” literature by simultaneously conceptualizing and modellng debt and EF structures and providing an emerging economy perspective on how gender diversity nonlinearly affects financing decisions.
Does psychological empowerment mediate the HPWS-AFFECTIVE commitment relationship?
Authors: Beltrán-Martín Inmaculada , Bou-Llusar Juan Carlos , García-Juan Beatriz , Salvador-Gomez Alejandro 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to bring new insights into the underexplored mediating role of psychological empowerment (PE) in the link between high-performance work systems (HPWS) and employees’ affective commitment. Furthermore, given the distinct behaviour that the different dimensions of PE have shown in previous studies, we have followed the call for more empirical research in this field by considering such specific dimensions. Thus, the present paper examines, from a multilevel perspective, the extent to which Spreitzer’s (1995) employee PE dimensions (meaning, competence, self-determination and impact) mediate the relationship between HPWS and employee affective commitment.Design/methodology/approachA multilevel approach, with matched data from HR managers and a sample of 504 core employees in 142 Spanish firms, is used to test the hypotheses through structural equation modelling methodology.FindingsWe corroborate that three of the dimensions of employee PE (meaning, self-determination and impact) mediate the relationship between HPWS and employee AC.Originality/valueThe study contributes to the existing literature by elucidating the importance of generating motivating feelings in employees as a way of promoting affective reactions in organisations. More specifically, it highlights the usefulness of examining and boosting different segments of the psychological empowerment construct when seeking committed employees.
Envisaging Indian farmers' desires from agricultural index insurance integrating rank sum weighting method and MoSCoW technique: an approach to requirements prioritization
Authors: Singh Pankaj , Kushwaha Ruchi 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThe goal of this study is to predict the farmers’ concerns about agricultural index-insurance (AII) for weather risk mitigation of horticultural crops in hilly regions. The key impetus of analysis is to prioritize the AII requirements based on the farmers’ perspectives using the requirements prioritization approach.Design/methodology/approachThe integrated approach has been applied in this paper. Initially, the MoSCoW prioritization technique has been employed to prioritize the AII attributes utilizing a four-dimensional agriculture insurance scale. Later, the rank sum weighting method was deployed to assign the ultimate rank to AII attributes based on the farmers’ responses.FindingsFindings specified that out of 15 AII attributes, majority of 11 attributes were placed in “must have” and “should have” categories that related to claim, design, premium and grievance management dimensions. However, three AII attributes are placed in the “could have” category. Additionally, findings of rank-sum weighting method-based ranking can help insurers in redesigning farmers-oriented AII services for risk mitigation of horticulture crops by incorporating these ranks as per their priority level.Research limitations/implicationsThe prioritized AII attributes are helpful for insurers and managers in order to solve the problems associated with design, premium, claim and grievance management of AII.Social implicationsFindings deliver significant insights to insurers to incorporate the prioritized AII attributes ranked by farmers.Originality/valueThis is the initial known analysis that integrated the MoSCoW and rank sum weighting method to prioritize the AII requirements prioritization among Indian farmers.
A preliminary exploration of using the power threat meaning framework with individuals currently serving IPP sentences in custody
Authors: Mulligan Kelly , Nash Emily 
Published: August 2024

Purpose
This study aims to explore the potential impact of applying the Power Threat Meaning Framework (PTMF), to develop a collaborative formulation with those serving Indeterminate Sentences for Public Protection (IPP), where there have been serious concerns with sentence progression.

Design/methodology/approach
Given little research has focused on the utility of the PTMF with this cohort, a case study approach was adopted. Participants developed a formulation, discussing their experience of serving an IPP sentence with the opportunity to share their formulation with supervising professionals. Notes were recorded including: participants’ comments, researcher’s observations and professionals’ feedback. The data was analysed using thematic analysis.

Findings
Four themes were developed: “Insight”, “Working alliance”, “Gives ‘power’ back” and “Motivation”, including some sub-themes. These findings provide some support for the use of the PTMF with this cohort.

Practical implications
The small number of participants mean the findings cannot be generalised to the wider IPP cohort. This study indicates that using a PTMF formulation approach to discuss the impact of the IPP sentence, in a manner that mitigates the power imbalance between professionals and prisoners, has the potential to improve engagement and working alliance.

Originality/value
The current study sought to add to the limited literature focusing on the use of the PTMF with unreleased IPPs on a one-to-one basis. The findings act as a foundation for future research exploring the use of the PTMF more widely within custodial settings.
Humanizing GenAI at work: bridging the gap between technological innovation and employee engagement
Authors: Manresa Alba , Sammour Ammar , Mas-Machuca Marta , Chen Weifeng , Botchie David 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThis paper seeks to explore the influence of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) on employee performance in the workplace, viewed from a managerial perspective. It concentrates on key elements such as employee engagement, trust in GenAI and attitudes toward its implementation. This exploration is motivated by the ongoing evolution of GenAI, which presents managers with the crucial task of understanding and integrating this technology into their strategic frameworks.Design/methodology/approachWe collected 251 responses from managers and senior managers representing companies that have embraced GenAI in Spain. A hierarchical regression analysis was employed to examine the hypotheses. Subsequently, mediating effects and moderated mediation effects were scrutinized using the bias-corrected bootstrapping method.FindingsThe data analysis suggests a significant enhancement in employee engagement and performance from a managerial perspective, attributed to improved attitudes and trust toward the adoption of GenAI. This conclusion is drawn from our research conducted with samples collected in Spain. Notably, our findings indicate that while positive attitudes toward GenAI correlate with enhanced engagement and performance, there exists a weakening effect on the significant positive impact of GenAI adoption in the workplace. This suggests that GenAI is still in its early stages of adoption within these companies, necessitating additional time for managers to develop greater confidence in its efficacy.Originality/valueThis study represents one of the pioneering investigations centered on the implementation of GenAI within the workplace context. It contributes significantly to the existing body of literature concerning the stimulus-organism-response (S-O-R) model in technology innovation adoption within work environments.
Towards a wellbeing economy: reflections on wellbeing budgeting in New Zealand and Australia
Authors: Moll Jodie , Ang Soon Yong , Kuruppu Chamara , Adhikari Pawan 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThis paper examines the Australian and New Zealand government’s wellbeing budget reforms.Design/methodology/approachThe paper describes the development of wellbeing budgeting in Australia and New Zealand based on an analysis of official websites, documents and media sources.FindingsBoth governments have experienced challenges identifying measures representing different areas of wellbeing and recognising the connections between the measures applied. They have found it difficult to access reliable data. The development of wellbeing budgeting also raises questions about participation, data reporting, and presentation, which can impact its efficacy.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper outlines practical challenges governments face in creating and using wellbeing budgets. It proposes a future research agenda to deepen our understanding of these issues and their social and economic implications. The scope of the study is limited to publicly available documents.Originality/valueThis is one of the few studies investigating wellbeing budgeting, which has evolved as an important tool for public governance. Therefore, the study’s findings may draw substantial interest and attention from practitioners, researchers and government policymakers wanting to integrate these reforms into their governance machinery.
The dark side of gamification: an experimental study on digital fitness apps
Authors: Bai Zhijian , Xu Cheng , Ailikamujiang Aimaitijiang , Sun Yanqi 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThis study, anchored in Self-Determination Theory, explores the paradoxical effects of gamification on digital health promotion, focusing on user engagement, physical activity adherence, stress levels and social dynamics.Design/methodology/approachIn a preregistered experimental design, participants interacted with one of three fitness apps: a non-gamified control app, a competition-based gamified app (GameFit) or a self-exploration-based gamified app (ExploreFit). Quantitative data were collected through scales measuring key variables, and qualitative insights were gathered from structured diaries.FindingsGamification significantly enhanced user engagement and physical activity adherence. However, competition-based gamification also increased stress and negative social dynamics, with gender-specific effects: females experienced higher stress and males encountered more negative social dynamics. These adverse effects were mitigated in the ExploreFit group, suggesting that self-exploration elements in gamification can reduce negative outcomes.Originality/valueThis research offers a comprehensive analysis of the complex interplay between gamification, competition, self-exploration and health outcomes. It provides valuable insights for the design of persuasive technologies, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to gamification that considers both its benefits and potential pitfalls.
Modelling the significance of entrepreneurial skills and entrepreneurial education for determining entrepreneurial intentions in university students: a structural equation modelling approach
Authors: Nasri Wadie 
Published: August 2024

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to explore the role of entrepreneurial skills and entrepreneurial education on students’ intention to become entrepreneurs through the theory of planned behaviour and the mediating effect of subjective norms on the relationship between entrepreneurial education and students’ entrepreneurial intentions.Design/methodology/approachA total of 257 students in the Higher Institute of Management at Gabès University participated in this study by means of a questionnaire. The hypotheses were tested using structural equation modeling.FindingsSubjective norm was found to be the strongest predictor of student’s entrepreneurial intentions followed by entrepreneurial skills and entrepreneurial education. Moreover, the findings revealed that the relationship between entrepreneurial education and entrepreneurial intentions was mediated by subjective norm.Practical implicationsIt is expected that the findings of this study can help policy makers, researchers and academicians in better understanding the intentions of nascent entrepreneurs.Originality/valueThis study is one of the few studies that have empirically tested the indirect effects of entrepreneurial skills and entrepreneurship education on students’ entrepreneurial intentions using the theory of planned behaviour in developing countries, particularly in Arab countries. The results suggest that subjective norms mediate the relationship between entrepreneurial education and entrepreneurial intentions of students. It is an unexplored issue to date, and helps to understand how and why entrepreneurial intentions emerge.