bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The impact of ICT capabilities on supply chain fraud and sustainability – a dynamic capability perspective
Authors: Abdul Mumin Mubarik , Adam Ibrahim Osman , Alhassan Muftawu Dzang 
Published: March 2024

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the influence of information and communication technology (ICT) capabilities on supply chain fraud and sustainability within the context of Ghana’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Additionally, the research explores the mediating role of supply chain fraud in the relationship between ICT capabilities and supply chain sustainability.Design/methodology/approachData were collected from 102 respondents within Ghana’s SME sector, and the research employed the dynamic capability theory as the conceptual framework. The study utilized partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to develop and analyze the proposed model.FindingsThe results of the study reveal a significant reduction in supply chain fraud attributable to enhanced ICT capabilities within Ghanaian SMEs. Moreover, ICT capabilities exert a significant positive influence on supply chain sustainability. Importantly, supply chain fraud emerges as a mediator, elucidating its role at the nexus of supply chain sustainability and ICT capabilities.Originality/valueThis research contributes to the limited body of evidence on the interconnectedness of ICT capabilities, supply chain fraud and supply chain sustainability, particularly within the context of Ghanaian SMEs. Notably, this study pioneers an examination of the mediating impact of supply chain fraud on the relationship between ICT capabilities and supply chain sustainability.
Insights into preferences for irrigation pumps in West Bengal: An application of best‐worst‐scaling
Authors: Lountain Sophie , Cooper Bethany , Crase Lin , Burton Michael , Rigby Daniel 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThis paper presents an analysis of the heterogeneous preferences of farmers towards groundwater pump technologies. The research uses primary field data drawn from West Bengal, India, where the progressive feminisation of agriculture has been well‐documented. We employ a paired comparison technique to explore how gender impacts the preferences towards different attributes of pumping technology. Our findings illustrate that preferences for irrigation pump attributes vary significantly between farmer groups, and policies that put technologies in the hands of some groups versus others could have significantly different impacts on how pumps are ultimately used.
Sharing and hiding knowledge under pandemics: The role of stressor appraisals, perceived supervisor behaviors and attributions of supervisor motives
Authors: Montani Francesco , Sommovigo Valentina , Staglianò Raffaele 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThis study aims to shed light on the dual impact of appraisals of pandemic‐induced job stressors on employee knowledge sharing and hiding behaviors. Drawing on the transactional attribution model, we hypothesize that employee perceptions of supervisor compassionate and self‐serving behavior would positively mediate the impact of employee challenge and hindrance appraisals of pandemic‐induced job stressors on employee knowledge sharing and knowledge hiding, respectively. Moreover, stressor appraisals are expected to interact with employee attributions of supervisor compassionate and self‐serving motives in shaping perceptions of supervisor compassionate and self‐serving behavior, respectively. To test our hypotheses, we conducted two independent studies—a three‐wave full longitudinal study with 230 employees from UK and U.S. firms during the first COVID‐19 outbreak and a randomized scenario‐based experiment with 210 U.S. employees. Cross‐lagged structural equation analyses, analyses of variance, and path analyses fully supported our predictions, thus providing a nuanced understanding of the role of perceived supervisor behavior and attributions of supervisor motives in accounting for the differential effects of employee appraisals of pandemic‐induced job stressors on knowledge behaviors.
Understanding complex disease‐related mechanisms: Rational therapies for Diamond–Blackfan anaemia
Authors: Lipton Jeffrey M. 
Published: March 2024

The rich history surrounding Diamond–Blackfan anaemia (DBA), originally described in 1938 as congenital hypoplastic anaemia2 reflects the evolution of paediatric haematology. In their paper, the authors1 present the results of a clinical trial using the thrombopoietin‐mimetic agent eltrombopag to treat red cell failure in DBA. A low response rate belies the importance of this work.Commentary on: Duncan et al. Treatment of refractory/relapsed Diamond–Blackfan anaemia with eltrombopag. Br J Haematol 2024;204:2077‐2085.
Thymoquinone potentiates anti‐cancer effects of cisplatin in oral squamous cell carcinoma via targeting oxidative stress
Authors: Fath Mohsen Karami , Nasiri Kamyar , Ghasemzadeh Shabnam , Nejati Seyedeh Tabasom , Ghafari Nima , Masouleh Sahand Saeidpour , Dadgar Esmaeel , Kazemi Kimia Sadat , Esfahaniani Mahla 
Published: March 2024

AbstractRecent evidence has proved that thymoquinone as a natural polyphenol has great anticancer and anti‐proliferative effects in cancer cells. In this study, we aimed to examine the effects of thymoquinone on increasing cisplatin‐induced apoptosis human oral squamous cell carcinoma cells and its underlying molecular mechanisms. SCC‐25 cancer cells treated by thymoquinone and cisplatin with different concentrations. Cell viability will determine by using MTT assay. The concentrations of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and antioxidant activities were determined using specific related kits. DNA damage, lipid, and protein oxidation were assessed. Real‐time PCR and Western blot analysis will be used to determine the expression of apoptosis‐related proteins including Bax, Bcl‐2, and caspase‐3. Combination of thymoquinone and cisplatin suppressed synergistically SCC‐25 cancer cell viability and induced apoptosis in dose‐depended manner. Cell treatment with combination of thymoquinone and cisplatin led to accumulation of ROS within cells and increase in the intracellular levels of DNA damage, protein and lipid peroxidation. In addition, the combination of thymoquinone and cisplatin modulated the mRNA and protein expression levels of apoptosis‐related proteins including Bax, Bcl‐2, and caspase‐3. Thymoquinone potentiated cisplatin anti‐cancer effect on OSCC by inducing oxidative stress in cells.
Influencing factors in surgical decision‐making: a qualitative analysis of colorectal surgeons' experiences of postoperative complications
Authors: Bisset Carly N. , Moug Susan J. , Oliphant Raymond , Dames Nicola , Parson Simon , Cleland Jennifer 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAimWhen making anastomotic decisions in rectal cancer surgery, surgeons must consider the risk of anastomotic leakage, which bears implications for the patient's quality of life, cancer recurrence and, potentially, death. The aim of this study was to investigate the views of colorectal surgeons on how their individual attributes (e.g. experience, personality traits) may influence their decision‐making and experience of complications.MethodThis qualitative study used individual interviews for data collection. Purposive sampling was used to invite certified UK‐based colorectal surgeons to participate. Participants were recruited until ongoing data review indicated no new codes were generated, suggesting data sufficiency. Data were analysed thematically following Braun and Clarke's six‐step framework.ResultsSeventeen colorectal surgeons (eight female, nine male) participated. Two key themes with relevant subthemes were identified: (1) personal attributes influencing variation in decision‐making (e.g. demographics, personality) and (2) the influence of complications on decision‐making. Surgeons described variation in the management of complications based upon their personal attributes, which included factors such as gender, experience and subspeciality interests. Surgeons described the detrimental impact of anastomotic leakage on their mental and physical health. Experience of anastomotic leakage influences future decision‐making and is associated with changes in practice even when a technical error is not identified.ConclusionColorectal surgeons consider anastomotic leaks to be personal ‘failures’, which has a negative impact on surgeon welfare. Better understanding of how surgeons make difficult decisions, and how surgeons respond to and learn from complications, is necessary to identify ‘personalized’ methods of supporting surgeons at all career stages, which may improve patient outcomes.
soulspace: Integrated youth mental health care in Berlin, Germany—An introduction to the program and a description of its users
Authors: Bechdolf Andreas , Hanser Sinah , Baumgardt Johanna , Brose Annette , Jäckel Dorothea , Döring Sophia , Holzner Laura , Aliakbari Navid , von Hardenberg Laura , Shmuilovich Olga , Gencaggi Dilek , Schellong Mario , Izat Yonca , Leopold Stephanie , Ituarte Begoña Petuya , Leopold Karolina 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAimA substantial gap between young people's need for mental health care services and their actual access to such services led worldwide organizations (e.g., the WHO) to recommend the implementation of early intervention programs and youth mental health services. Some countries around the world have established structures to meet this recommendation. In this paper, we describe soulspace as the first integrated youth mental health service for young people aged between 15 and 35 years in Berlin, Germany.MethodsWe introduce soulspace as easily accessible mental health care for young people, and we characterize soulspace along the lines of the internationally established eight key principles of integrated youth mental health services (Killackey, et al., 2020, World Economic Forum). Soulspace is a cooperation between clinical outpatient units of psychiatric clinics for adolescents and young adults as well as a community‐based counselling service. It provides initial contact, counselling, diagnostics, and treatment.ResultsOur analyses of the pathways to soulspace and the characteristics of the soulspace users suggest that the low threshold is a facilitator to help finding for young people in comparison to more conventional early intervention models. That is, having transferred the early intervention center in a youth‐facing counselling service as was done in soulspace seems to have reduced the threshold to seek help for families and for young people in need for support.ConclusionsIn summary, with soulspace, an easily accessible mental health care service was established that integrates counselling and specialized psychiatric treatment if needed.
Importance of γ′ shearing in low‐cycle fatigue of a wrought superalloy
Authors: Babinský Tomáš , Poczklán Ladislav , Gálíková Markéta , Polák Jaroslav 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe present study deals with the fatigue behavior of a wrought nickel‐based superalloy René 41. Uniaxial, fully reversed low‐cycle fatigue tests were conducted at room and elevated (800°C) temperatures under total strain control. Cyclic response was analyzed using the statistical theory of the hysteresis loop, and scanning and transmission electron microscopies were employed to study relevant damage mechanisms. At room temperature, cyclic deformation was found to localize to slip bands since the first cycle, and most slip bands were formed very early in the fatigue life. Hence, shearing of the strengthening phase, coherent γ′ precipitates, was found to be significant only in the first few cycles. At 800°C, fatigue life was affected by an environmental attack resulting in a surface oxide layer. Cyclic deformation was less localized; nevertheless, cyclic slip localization in persistent slip bands and resulting γ′ shearing contributed to cyclic softening throughout the fatigue life.
Prognostic impact of the IASLC grading system of lung adenocarcinoma: a systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Hegedűs Fanni , Zombori‐Tóth Noémi , Kiss Szabolcs , Lantos Tamás , Zombori Tamás 
Published: March 2024

AimsTumour grading is an essential part of the pathologic assessment that promotes patient management. The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) proposed a grading system for non‐mucinous lung adenocarcinoma in 2020. We aimed to validate the prognostic impact of this novel grading system on overall survival (OS) and recurrence‐free survival (RFS) based on literature data.Methods and ResultsThe review protocol was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42023396059). We aimed to identify randomized or non‐randomized controlled trials published after 2020 comparing different IASLC grade categories in Medline, Embase, and CENTRAL. Hazard ratios (HRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of OS and RFS were pooled and the Quality In Prognosis Studies (QUIPS) tool was used to assess the risk of bias in the included studies. Ten articles were eligible for this review. Regarding OS estimates, grade 1 lung adenocarcinomas were better than grade 3 both in univariate and multivariate analyses (HROSuni = 0.19, 95% CI: 0.05–0.66, p = 0.009; HROSmulti = 0.21, 95% CI: 0.12–0.38, p < 0.001). Regarding RFS estimates, grade 3 adenocarcinomas had a worse prognosis than grade 1 in multivariate analysis (HRRFSmulti: 0.22, 95% CI: 0.14–0.35, p < 0.001).ConclusionThe literature data and the result of our meta‐analysis demonstrate the prognostic relevance of the IASLC grading system. This supports the inclusion of this prognostic parameter in daily routine worldwide.
Implicit and Explicit Weight Bias among Midwives: Variations Across Demographic Characteristics
Authors: Bradford Heather M. , Puhl Rebecca M. , Phillippi Julia C. , Dietrich Mary S. , Neal Jeremy L. 
Published: March 2024

IntroductionWeight bias toward individuals with higher body weights is present in health care settings. However, there has been limited quantitative exploration into weight bias among perinatal care providers and its potential variations based on demographic characteristics. The aim of this study was to examine if the direction and extent of weight bias among midwives certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) varied across age, years since certification, body mass index (BMI), race, ethnicity, and US geographic region.MethodsThrough direct email listservs, postcard distribution, social media accounts, and professional networks, midwives were invited to complete an online survey of their implicit weight bias (using the Implicit Association Test) and their explicit weight bias using the Anti‐Fat Attitudes Questionnaire (AFA), Fat Phobia Scale (FPS), and Preference for Thin People (PTP) measure.ResultsA total of 2106 midwives who identified as Black or White and resided in one of 4 US geographic regions participated in the survey. Midwives with a lower BMI expressed higher levels of implicit (P <.01) and explicit (P ≤.01) weight bias across all 4 measures except for the AFA Fear of Fat Subscale. Implicit weight bias levels also varied by age (P <.001) and years since certification (P <.001), with lower levels among younger midwives (vs older) and those with fewer years (vs more) since certification. Only age and BMI remained significant (P <.001) after adjusting for other demographic characteristics. Lower explicit weight bias levels were found among midwives who identified as Black (vs White) on 2 measures (FPS: adjusted β = −0.07, P = .004; PTP: P = .01).DiscussionThis was the first quantitative study of how weight bias varies across demographic characteristics among a national sample of midwives. Further exploration is needed in more diverse samples. In addition, research to determine whether weight bias influences clinical decision‐making and quality of care is warranted.
Restoring long‐lasting midface volume in the Asian face with a hyaluronic acid filler: A randomized controlled multicenter study
Authors: Ren Rongxin , Xue Hongyu , Gao Zhanwei , Wang Hang , Xia Xiujuan , Qu Yan , Bromée Torun , Almegård Birgitta , Zhao Hongyi 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundHyaluronic acid (HA) filler treatment is a minimally‐invasive alternative to surgery to volumize the cheeks. HAVOL (Restylane® Volyme) is a flexible HA filler suited to contouring and volumizing the midface.MethodsThis randomized, evaluator‐blinded, no‐treatment controlled study evaluated effectiveness and safety of HAVOL for correction of midface volume deficit and midface contour deficiency in Chinese subjects. In total 111 subjects were randomized to HAVOL and 37 to no treatment (control). The primary endpoint was response, on the blinded evaluator‐assessed Medicis Midface Volume Scale (MMVS), at 6 months after last injection for the treatment group and 6 months after randomization for controls, where response was defined as ≥1‐point improvement from baseline on both sides of the face.ResultsHAVOL was superior to no treatment at 6 months, meeting the primary objective: 76% versus 8% MMVS responders, a difference of 68% (CI: 55.7%–79.4%, p < 0.0001). These effects were sustained in 51% at 12 months after last injection. A majority (≥96%) had improved aesthetic appearance of midface fullness at Month 1 (using the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale [GAIS]), effects which remained in ≥80% up to 12 months. Volume change captured by 3D photography increased after 1 month to 3.6 mL (close to the total injected volume of 3.4 mL), and remained stable through 12 months. Over 97% reported satisfaction with results after treatment with HAVOL. Additionally, HAVOL was well tolerated, with no unanticipated related adverse events.ConclusionsThis study showed that HAVOL is effective and well tolerated for midface treatment in a Chinese population.
Parents' perspectives on dental team as advisors to promote HPV vaccination among Spanish adolescents
Authors: Lorenzo‐Pouso Alejandro Ismael , González‐Palanca Sergio , Palmeiro‐Fernández Gerardo , Dominguez‐Salgado Juan Carlos , Pérez‐Sayáns Mario , González‐Veiga Ernesto J. , Caponio Vito Carlo Alberto , Daley Ellen M. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractPurposeHuman papillomavirus (HPV) is a prevalent sexually transmitted infection responsible for many anogenital and oropharyngeal cancers. Dental care providers have the potential to influence vaccine uptake, yet little is known about how patients perceive their role in HPV education and prevention.MethodsParents of adolescents aged 9 to 17 years (n = 375) were recruited from Valdeorras District Hospital (Galicia, Spain) to investigate parents' attitudes concerning the involvement of dental care providers in discussions related to HPV. A survey was distributed to the participants, and 343 (91.5%) were included in the analysis.ResultsIn general, nearly half of the parents reported feeling comfortable regarding discussing HPV with their dentist. Participants described more comfort with dentists than with dental hygienists. Parents' comfort levels were influenced by various social determinants of health, including education level, marital status, geographic origin, and child vaccination status (p > 0.05).ConclusionParents reported varying comfort levels when discussing HPV and its vaccine with dental professionals, displaying a preference for dentists. Dental settings have the potential to promote vaccination, but the existence of ongoing barriers needs to be addressed.
Digital cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia reduces insomnia in nurses suffering from shift work disorder: A randomised‐controlled pilot trial
Authors: Ell Johanna , Brückner Hanna A. , Johann Anna F. , Steinmetz Lisa , Güth Lara J. , Feige Bernd , Järnefelt Heli , Vallières Annie , Frase Lukas , Domschke Katharina , Riemann Dieter , Lehr Dirk , Spiegelhalder Kai 
Published: March 2024

SummaryInsomnia is a primary symptom of shift work disorder, yet it remains undertreated. This randomised‐controlled pilot trial examined the efficacy of a digital, guided cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia adapted to shift work (SleepCare) in nurses with shift work disorder. The hypothesis was that SleepCare reduces insomnia severity compared with a waitlist control condition. A total of 46 unmedicated nurses suffering from shift work disorder with insomnia (age: 39.7 ± 12.1 years; 80.4% female) were randomised to the SleepCare group or the waitlist control group. The primary outcome measure was the Insomnia Severity Index. Other questionnaires on sleep, mental health and occupational functioning, sleep diary data and actigraphy data were analysed as secondary outcomes. Assessments were conducted before (T0), after the intervention/waitlist period (T1), and 6 months after treatment completion (T2). The SleepCare group showed a significant reduction in insomnia severity from T0 to T1 compared with the control condition (β = −4.73, SE = 1.12, p < 0.001). Significant improvements were observed in sleepiness, dysfunctional beliefs about sleep, pre‐sleep arousal, sleep effort, self‐reported sleep efficiency and sleep onset latency. No significant effect was found in actigraphy data. Depressive and anxiety symptoms, cognitive irritation and work ability improved significantly. Overall, satisfaction and engagement with the intervention was high. SleepCare improved insomnia severity, sleep, mental health and occupational functioning. This is the first randomised‐controlled trial investigating the efficacy of digital cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia in a population suffering from shift work disorder with insomnia. Future research should further explore these effects with larger sample sizes and active control conditions.
Comparison of homologous and heterologous inactivated and mRNA vaccination programme against SARS‐CoV‐2 in dialysis patients
Authors: Yasar Emre , Yildiz Yesim , Ozturk Erensu , Gok Oguz Ebru , Coskun Yenigun Ezgi , Ozturk Ramazan , Helvaci Ozant , Ozger Hasan Selcuk , Keles Meryem , Karacin Cengiz , Ugras Dikmen Asiye , Caglar Kayhan , Duranay Murat , Ayli Mehmet Deniz , Dizbay Murat , Erten Yasemin , Guz Galip , Derici Ulver 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAimTo evaluate the vaccine response and the effect of the booster dose on COVID‐19 positivity in haemodialysis (HD) and peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients who received and did not receive BNT162b2 as a booster dose after two doses of CoronaVac.MethodsThe study included 80 PD and 163 HD patients, who had been administered two doses of the CoronaVac. Antibody levels were measured on Days 42 and 90 after the first dose. Measurements were repeated on Day 181 after the first dose in the patients that received two vaccine doses and on Day 28 after the third dose in those that also received the booster dose. Antibody levels below 50 AU/mL were considered negative.ResultsThe seropositivity rate was similar in the HD and PD group on Days 42 and 90 (p = 0.212 and 0.720). All patients were seropositive in the booster group. The antibody level was lower in the patients that received CoronaVac as the booster compared to those administered BNT162b2 in HD and PD groups (p < 0.001 and 0.002). COVID‐19 positivity was detected in 11 patients (7 = had not received the booster dose, 4 = had received third dose of CoronaVac). The multivariate analysis revealed that as age increased, COVID‐19 positivity also increased (OR: 1.080, 95% CI: 1.017 – 1.146, p = 0.012), while booster dose administration decreased this positivity (OR: 0.113, 95% CI: 0.028 – 0.457, p = 0.002).ConclusionOur results may indicate the need for additional vaccination doses in patients with HD and PD. Our findings indicate a higher antibody response in dialysis patients with heterologous BNT162b2 as a booster dose after two doses of CoronaVac compared to homologous CoronaVac.image