bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
What Do Labour Economics and Industrial Relations Have to Say to Each Other?
Authors: Gunderson Morley 
Published: June 2024

Mutual gains can be made through greater cross-pollination between labour economics and industrial relations. The paper is organized around common criticisms of labour economics, with examples from industrial relations. Such criticisms, and their underlying principles, often explain important concepts in industrial relations, which can provide insights that may enhance labour economics. The intent here is to apply a forward-looking lens to advance theoretical and empirical reflection on current and future aspects of work and employment.

Summary

Labour economics has evolved from an earlier emphasis on institutions and descriptive analysis, which it shared with industrial relations, to its current emphasis on rigorous theory and empirical techniques, which it now shares with economics. Common criticisms of labour economics are highlighted in this paper, with examples from industrial relations. The criticisms include: making unrealistic assumptions; assuming that everyone is rational and has perfect information; relying on exit as the device to discipline markets; ignoring voice and loyalty; having a quantitative orientation that assumes everything can be quantified and analyzed from cause to effect; being imperialistic and thinking that economics can be applied to all elements of human behaviour; ignoring power imbalances, historical determinism and institutions; being obsessed with outlining unintended consequences of well-intended policy initiatives; ignoring the internal labour markets within firms; being obsessed with efficiency; ignoring important issues of distribution and equity; dealing only with the effects on private parties; ignoring broader effects on society at large; and operating in a silo and ignoring other disciplines.
While defending labour economics from those criticisms, industrial relations applies a forward-looking lens to advance theoretical and empirical reflection on current and future aspects of work and employment by highlighting the mutual gains that can be had from labour economics incorporating principles that are well established in industrial relations, such as inequality of bargaining power, importance of voice and loyalty, inductive reasoning through qualitative analysis and narratives and use of mixed methods that involve both quantitative and qualitative analysis. Industrial relations can benefit from principles of labour economics both empirically and theoretically, since empirical work is essential to test and advance theory. Specific examples from the literature are given to illustrate how each field can contribute to the other.
Irreconcilable Differences: Conceptualizing Conflict in Industrial Relations and Organizational Behaviour
Authors: Dickey Todd 
Published: June 2024

Over the past several decades, industrial relations (IR) scholars have consistently advocated for better integration of their conflict theory and empirical research with that of the neighbouring discipline of organizational behaviour (OB). Achievement of such a goal has nonetheless been a continuing challenge. Offering a novel perspective on the quest for integration, this paper categorizes the distinct and dissimilar conceptual norms of conflict in IR and OB, concluding that conceptualizations of conflict in the two disciplines are built upon irreconcilable logics. Although a unified conceptualization of conflict across these differing logics is not possible, a better understanding of their irreconcilability could facilitate a more robust and ultimately fruitful dialogue among IR and OB researchers.

Summary

Over the past several decades, industrial relations (IR) scholars have consistently advocated for better integration of their theory and empirical research on conflict with that of the neighbouring discipline of organizational behaviour (OB). Achievement of such a goal has nonetheless been a continuing challenge.
Offering a novel perspective on the quest for integration, this paper categorizes the distinct and dissimilar conceptual norms of conflict in IR and OB. Conflict is normally spatial in IR and temporal in OB. In IR, the existence of conflict is commonly determined by the observer (i.e., the researchers). In OB, it is determined by the observed (i.e., the parties in the workplace, be they individuals, teams or organizations).
This paper argues that conceptual norms of conflict in IR and OB are built upon distinct, irreconcilable logics. The norm in IR is labelled a Spatial/Observer-determined (SO) logic, while the norm in OB is labelled a Temporal/Party-determined (TP) logic. The SO logic conceptualizes conflict spatially as a situation or state of affairs that can be determined by a researcher or other observer. Conflict itself is conceptualized as existing spatially among opposing interests, objectives or values. Alternatively, the norm in OB research is to utilize a TP logic that conceptualizes conflict as a temporal process between or among opposing parties, who determine when it begins and ends. Although a unified conceptualization of conflict across these differing logics is not possible, a better understanding of their irreconcilability could facilitate a more robust and ultimately fruitful dialogue among IR and OB researchers.
Différences irréconciliables : conceptualisation du conflit en relations industrielles et en comportement organisationnel
Authors: Dickey Todd 
Published: June 2024

Dans les dernières décennies, les spécialistes en relations industrielles (RI) n’ont cessé de préconiser une meilleure intégration de leurs théories et de leurs recherches empiriques sur le conflit à celles de leur discipline voisine, le comportement organisationnel (CO). La réalisation d’un tel objectif s’est néanmoins révélée un défi constant. Cet article offre une nouvelle perspective sur la quête de cette intégration par l’entremise d’une catégorisation des normes conceptuelles distinctes et dissemblables du conflit en RI et en CO, laquelle amène à conclure que les conceptualisations du conflit dans ces deux disciplines reposent sur des logiques inconciliables. Toutefois, même si ces logiques divergentes rendent impossible une conceptualisation unifiée du conflit, une meilleure compréhension de leur caractère inconciliable pourrait mener à un renforcement du dialogue et, à terme, à une discussion fructueuse entre les chercheurs en RI et en CO.

Résumé

Dans les dernières décennies, les spécialistes en relations industrielles (RI) n’ont cessé de préconiser une meilleure intégration de leurs théories et de leurs recherches empiriques sur le conflit à celles de leur discipline voisine, le comportement organisationnel (CO). La réalisation d’un tel objectif s’est néanmoins révélée un défi constant.
Le présent article offre une nouvelle perspective sur la quête de cette intégration par l’entremise d’une catégorisation des normes conceptuelles distinctes et dissemblables du conflit en RI et en CO : en RI, le conflit est normalement spatial et son existence est généralement déterminée par l’observateur (c.-à-d. les chercheurs), tandis qu’en CO le conflit est approché de manière temporelle et déterminé par le sujet observé (c.-à-d. les parties du milieu de travail, tels les individus, les équipes ou les organisations.)
En outre, cet article soutient que les normes conceptuelles du conflit en RI et en CO reposent sur des logiques distinctes et inconciliables. En RI, la norme est associée à une logique spatiale axée sur l’observateur (SO), tandis qu’en CO, la norme se caractérise par une logique temporelle axée sur les parties (TP). L’approche conceptuelle SO conçoit le conflit de manière spatiale en tant que situation ou état de fait qui peut être déterminé par un chercheur ou un autre observateur. Le conflit en tant que tel se conceptualise comme une réalité existant spatialement entre des intérêts, des valeurs ou des objectifs opposés. Parallèlement, la logique TP, qui constitue la norme pour la recherche en CO, conçoit le conflit comme un processus temporel entre des parties opposées qui en déterminent le commencement et la fin. Bien qu’une conceptualisation unifiée du conflit apparaisse impossible face à ces logiques divergentes, une meilleure compréhension de leur caractère inconciliable pourrait faciliter un renforcement du dialogue et, à terme, mener à un dialogue fructueux entre les chercheurs en RI et ceux en CO.
Identification of key genes as potential diagnostic biomarkers in sepsis by bioinformatics analysis
Authors: Lin Guoxin , Li Nannan , Liu Jishi , Sun Jian , Zhang Hao , Gui Ming , Zeng Youjie , Tang Juan 
Published: June 2024

Background
Sepsis, an infection-triggered inflammatory syndrome, poses a global clinical challenge with limited therapeutic options. Our study is designed to identify potential diagnostic biomarkers of sepsis onset in critically ill patients by bioinformatics analysis.

Methods
Gene expression profiles of GSE28750 and GSE74224 were obtained from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database. These datasets were merged, normalized and de-batched. Weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) was performed and the gene modules most associated with sepsis were identified as key modules. Functional enrichment analysis of the key module genes was then conducted. Moreover, differentially expressed gene (DEG) analysis was conducted by the “limma” R package. Protein-protein interaction (PPI) network was created using STRING and Cytoscape, and PPI hub genes were identified with the cytoHubba plugin. The PPI hub genes overlapping with the genes in key modules of WGCNA were determined to be the sepsis-related key genes. Subsequently, the key overlapping genes were validated in an external independent dataset and sepsis patients recruited in our hospital. In addition, CIBERSORT analysis evaluated immune cell infiltration and its correlation with key genes.

Results
By WGCNA, the greenyellow module showed the highest positive correlation with sepsis (0.7, p = 2e − 19). 293 DEGs were identified in the merged datasets. The PPI network was created, and the CytoHubba was used to calculate the top 20 genes based on four algorithms (Degree, EPC, MCC, and MNC). Ultimately, LTF, LCN2, ELANE, MPO and CEACAM8 were identified as key overlapping genes as they appeared in the PPI hub genes and the key module genes of WGCNA. These sepsis-related key genes were validated in an independent external dataset (GSE131761) and sepsis patients recruited in our hospital. Additionally, the immune infiltration profiles differed significantly between sepsis and non-sepsis critical illness groups. Correlations between immune cells and these five key genes were assessed, revealing that plasma cells, macrophages M0, monocytes, T cells regulatory, eosinophils and NK cells resting were simultaneously and significantly associated with more than two key genes.

Conclusion
This study suggests a critical role of LTF, LCN2, ELANE, MPO and CEACAM8 in sepsis and may provide potential diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets for the treatment of sepsis.
Effect of Zero Tillage on Soil Properties, Weed Dynamics and Performance of Chickpea under Rice –Chickpea Cropping System: A Review
Authors: Kumar Monu , Kumar Rinku , Singh Vikash , Maurya Stuti , Kalhapure A. H. , Sah Dinesh 
Published: June 2024

In many nations across the world, farming is an important industry. Sustainable farming methods known as zero tillage systems entail planting seeds without tillage, which disturbs the soil. With this approach, crop residues from the previous year are left on the earth's surface and new plants are planted straight into the undisturbed soil, as opposed to plowing. This method aids in preserving the structure of the soil, decreasing soil erosion, retaining more water, and enhancing soil health. Farmers can benefit from enhanced soil health, decreased soil erosion, higher crop yields, and environmental sustainability by implementing sustainable farming practices. By limiting soil disturbance and shielding soil particles from the elements, this system aids in the reduction of soil erosion. Additionally contributes to improved soil structure, which raises soil fertility, and helps hold onto soil moisture, which lessens the need for irrigation. The amount of tillage and fuel used in zero-tillage systems can be less than in conventional tillage methods. In comparison to traditional tillage methods, systems require less fuel and tillage, which can save farmers money and lessen their carbon footprint. This is true because these systems raise soil organic matter levels, which in turn raise soil nutrient availability and improve soil fertility. Moreover, zero tillage systems can increase water retention in the soil, which can enhances crop growth and yield by improving soil structure and moisture retention, while also reducing weed competition. By reducing soil erosion, conserving soil moisture, and improving soil health, these systems help to promote environmental sustainability. Also reduce greenhouse gas emissions by reducing fuel usage and sequester carbon in the soil through the accumulation of crop residues. Therefore, farmers should adopt zero-tillage systems to enhance their productivity, reduce costs, and promote environmental sustainability.
Morphological evolution of HDPE parts in the microinjection molding: Comparison with conventional injection molding
Authors: Guo Chao , Liu Fang Hui , Wu Xian , Liu Hong , Zhang Jie 
Published: April 2012

AbstractTo compare the difference of morphological evolution of HDPE micropart and macropart, micropart with 200 μm thickness and macropart with 2000 μm thickness were prepared. The PLM images of micropart and macropart exhibited a similar “skin–core” structure, but the micropart showed a much larger fraction of orientation layer. The SEM observation of core layer of micropart featured an unoriented lamellae structure and shear layer of micropart showed a highly oriented shish‐kebab structure. The 2D‐WAXD patterns of shear layer of macropart indicated twisted oriented shish‐kebab (KM‐I) structures, however that of micropart indicated untwisted oriented shish‐kebab (KM‐II) structures which was firstly found in microinjection molding. The diffraction pattern of the micropart exhibited stronger azimuthal dependence than the shear layer of macropart, indicating the most pronounced orientation of HDPE chains within lamellae. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2012
Kinetics of adsorption of methylene blue and rhodamine 6G on acrylic acid‐based superabsorbents
Authors: Shukla Neelesh Bharti , Madras Giridhar 
Published: April 2012

AbstractSuperabsorbent polymers (SAPs) of acrylic acid, sodium acrylate, and acrylamide (AM), crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate, were synthesized by inverse suspension polymerization. The equilibrium swelling capacities of the SAPs were determined and these decreased with increasing AM content. The adsorption of the two cationic dyes, methylene blue and rhodamine 6G, on the dry as well as equilibrium swollen SAPs was investigated. The amount of the dye adsorbed at equilibrium per unit weight of the SAPs and the rate constants of adsorption were determined. The amount of the dye adsorbed at equilibrium by the SAPs decreased with increasing mol % of AM in the SAPs. The amount of the dye adsorbed at equilibrium was almost equal for the dry and equilibrium swollen SAPs. However, the equilibrium swollen SAPs adsorbed dyes at a higher rate than the dry SAPs. The higher rate of adsorption was attributed to the availability of all the anionic groups present in the fully elongated conformation of the SAPs in the equilibrium swollen state. The effect of initial dye concentration on the adsorption was also investigated and the adsorption was described by Langmuir adsorption isotherms. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2012
Effect of zeolite 5A on compatibility and properties of linear low‐density polyethylene/thermoplastic starch blend
Authors: Thipmanee Ranumas , Sane Amporn 
Published: April 2012

AbstractPolymer composites consisting of linear low‐density polyethylene (LLDPE), thermoplastic starch (TPS), and zeolite 5A (Z), with a constant PE to TPS weight ratio of 70 : 30 and zeolite 5A contents of 1–5 wt % were prepared in the forms of pellets and films by using a co‐rotating intermeshing twin‐screw extruder and a blown film extrusion line, respectively. The objective of this work was to investigate the effect of zeolite 5A on compatibility between PE and TPS, as well as morphological, thermal, and tensile properties of PE/TPS/Z composites. The presence of zeolite 5A increased the miscibility and tensile properties of the PE/TPS blend. Tensile properties of the blend considerably improved after compounding with zeolite 5A, as the tensile strength, modulus, and elongation at break increased significantly (P ≤ 0.05) by up to ∼ 60, 30, and 70%, respectively. Increasing the zeolite 5A content from 1–5 wt % significantly increased (P ≤ 0.05) the tensile strength, modulus, and elongation at break of PE/TPS/Z composites from ∼ 12 to 16 MPa, 133 to 154 MPa, and 305 to 390%, respectively. However, the addition of zeolite 5A slightly decreased the thermal stability of the PE/TPS blend by ∼ 5–15°C. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2012
Clinical Outcomes of Percutaneous Interventions in Saphenous Vein Grafts Using Drug‐Eluting Stents Compared to Bare‐Metal Stents: A Comprehensive Meta‐Analysisof All Randomized Clinical Trials
Authors: Alam Mahboob , Bandeali Salman J. , Virani Salim S. , Jneid Hani M. , Shahzad Saima A. , Ramanathan Kodangudi B. , Kar Biswajit , Kleiman Neal S. , Lakkis Nasser 
Published: April 2012

AbstractBackground:Clinical outcomes of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with saphenous vein grafts (SVGs) remain poor despite the use of drug‐eluting stents (DES). There is a disparity in clinical outcomes in SVG PCI based on various registries, and randomized clinical data remain scant. We conducted a meta‐analysis of all existing randomized controlled trials (RCTS) comparing bare‐metal stents (BMS) and DES in SVGPCIs.Hypothesis:PCI in patients with SVG disease using DES may reduce need for repeat revascularization without an excess mortality when compared to BMS.Methods:An aggregate data meta‐analysis of clinical outcomes in RCTs comparing PCI with DES vs BMS for SVGs reporting at least 12 months of follow‐up was performed. A literature search between Janurary 1, 2003 and September 30, 2011 identified 4 RCTs (812 patients; DES = 416, BMS = 396). Summary odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) were calculated using the random‐effects model. The primary endpoint was all‐cause mortality. Secondary outcomes included nonfatal myocardial infarction (MI), repeat revascularization, and major adverse cardiac events (MACE). These outcomes were assessed in a cumulative fashion at 30 days, 18 months, and 36 months.Results:There were no intergroup differences in baseline clinical and sociodemographic characteristics. At a median follow‐up of 25 months, patients in the DES and BMS group had similar rates of death (OR: 1.63, 95% CI: 0.45–5.92), MI (OR; 0.83, 95% CI: 0.27‐2.60), and MACE (OR: 0.58, 95% CI: 0.25–1.32). Patients treated with DES had lower rates of repeat revascularization (OR: 0.40, 95% CI: 0.22–0.75).Conclusions:In this comprehensive meta‐analysis of all RCTs comparing clinical outcomes of PCI using DES vs BMS in patients with SVG disease, use of DES was associated with a reduction in rate of repeat revascularization and no difference in rates of all‐cause death and MI. Clin. Cardiol. 2012 DOI: 10.1002/clc.21984Dr. Virani is supported by a Department of Veterans Affairs Health Services Research and Development Service (HSR&D) Career Development Award (CDA‐09‐028), and has research support from Merck and National Football League Charities (all grants to the institution and not individual). The views expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The authors have no other funding, financial relationships, or conflicts of interest to disclose.
Preliminary results of 125I interstitial brachytherapy for locally recurrent parotid gland cancer in previously irradiated patients
Authors: Zheng Lei , Zhang Jianguo , Zhang Jie , Song Tieli , Huang Mingwei , Yu Guangyan 
Published: April 2012

AbstractBackgroundThe purpose of this study was to analyze the treatment of recurrent parotid gland cancers with radioactive iodine (125I) seed implantation.MethodsFifteen patients with recurrent previously irradiated parotid gland cancers were treated with postoperative 125I seed implantation between April 2004 and June 2009. Local control, survival rates, and side effects were retrospectively reviewed.ResultsThe 3‐year and 5‐year local control rates were 67% and 53.6%, and the overall survival rates were 76.2% and 66.7%, respectively. Four patients with House–Brackman (H–B) grade IV cancer recovered to grade II during follow‐up. Four patients (26.7%) developed grade IV skin ulceration. Two patients (13.3%) developed moderate fibrosis of the subcutaneous tissues, and 2 patients (13.3%) had hearing loss for 1 year after brachytherapy.ConclusionThis study showed excellent local control and a good survival rate in patients who received 125I brachytherapy. These findings should be interpreted cautiously due to the small number of patients and the relatively short follow‐up. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Head Neck, 2012
Detection of the primary lesion in patients with cervical metastases from unknown primary tumors with narrow band imaging endoscopy: Preliminary report
Authors: Ryu In Sun , Choi Seung‐Ho , Kim Do Hun , Han Myung Woul , Roh Jong‐Lyel , Kim Sang Yoon , Nam Soon Yuhl 
Published: April 2012

AbstractBackgroundWe investigated whether the addition of narrow band imaging (NBI) to standard diagnostic workups could enhance the detection of primary lesions in patients with carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP).MethodsThirty patients with CUP underwent NBI endoscopy and fluorodeoxyglucose–positron emission tomography/CT (FDG‐PET/CT) after thorough conventional diagnostic workups between 2009 and 2011. Sites suspected of harboring primary tumors, as determined by NBI and/or FDG‐PET/CT, were biopsied for histologic confirmation.ResultsOccult primary tumors were identified in 33.3% (10/30), including 13.3% (4/30) by NBI and 20.0% (6/30) by FDG‐PET/CT. All of diagnosed lesions by NBI were confirmed histologically as squamous cell carcinomas with T1 classification and identified at 2 supraglottis, 1 hypopharynx, and 1 esophagus, respectively.ConclusionsNBI endoscopy may be a useful method for detecting primary tumors, especially for small and superficial squamous cell carcinomas of the upper aerodigestive tract, after conventional workup in patients with CUP. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Head Neck, 2013