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Exploring gender dynamics: multigroup analysis of workplace persuasion and intimate co-creation using structural equation modeling
Authors: Shahzad Muhammad Umar 
Published: March 2024

PurposeOne of the novel concepts in the management literature is intimate co-creation. Considering it as the outcome of workplace persuasion, this study examines its effect via team-member exchange and ethical climate for the assessment of multigroup analysis. Finding a relationship among variables is not the core objective of the study. The core objective was to assess multigroup analysis for examining measurement scales' uniformity or perceptual differences across the male and female groups using measurement invariance.Design/methodology/approachThis was a quantitative study for a survey of faculty members from the top 10 Pakistani universities. It employed state-of-the-art statistical techniques, including the application of the foundational social exchange theory and the utilization of multigroup analysis in structural equation modeling (SEM) with the Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS). The research methodology was designed to investigate the relationships between workplace persuasion, ethical climate, team member exchange and intimate co-creation. A specific emphasis was placed on assessing whether gender influences these relationships consistently across male and female groups, as determined by measurement invariance tests.FindingsThis study underscores the significant impact of ethical persuasion in the workplace on enhancing intimate co-creation among individuals, offering invaluable insights for organizational leaders. Importantly, it emphasizes that gender dynamics do not influence this relationship, underscoring the imperative of addressing gender-related workplace issues to optimize intimate co-creation. This holds particular relevance for service-based organizations, such as universities in this case.Originality/valueThis study makes a significant contribution by exploring the concept of intimate co-creation within the realm of organizational science, while also highlighting the crucial importance of considering workplace gender dynamics. It offers fresh insights into how these dynamics influence group creativity, guiding human resource practices toward fostering innovation within gender-inclusive workplaces. These insights gain added relevance in the evolving post-COVID-19 era and in the context of AI integration. Notably, a distinctive contribution of this study to social exchange theory lies in its innovative application of multigroup analysis to variables related to gender.
Compatibility as a pivotal design factor for digital concierge apps: exploring hotel guests’ socio-psychological dynamics
Authors: Tan Chai Ching , Islam Mohammad Shahidul , Sinha Rupa , Shehata Ali Elsayed , Selem Kareem M. 
Published: March 2024

PurposeThis paper addresses a crucial research need by examining the influence of compatibility, a pivotal design element for hotel concierge apps, on the socio-psychological dynamics of digital hotel guests. While prior research has examined the constructs, their application to digital concierge apps introduces a unique context. We posit that compatibility significantly influences central variables rooted in theory of planned behaviors (TPBs) and technology acceptance model (TAM), fostering positive usage intentions.Design/methodology/approachAnalyzing data from 668 four-star hotel guests through PLS-SEM substantiates compatibility’s role, endorsing the theoretical amalgamation of affordance, TPB, and TAM frameworks.FindingsCompatibility positively affected perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and attitude toward behavior. Besides, usage intention positively affected willingness to pay a price premium and revisit intention.Originality/valueThis paper adopts compatibility as a unifying force for integrating TPB and TAM; the predictive ability of digital concierges' usage intentions on revisit intentions to upscale hotels. Further, this paper is the first attempt to highlight employing compatibility as a pivotal design factor for digital concierge apps in the hospitality setting.
An elicitation study to understand the equity investment motivation and decisions among Indian millennials
Authors: Ahuja Sonal , Kumar Brajesh 
Published: March 2024

Purpose
Millennials are a vital generational cohort of the Indian population, and understanding their motivation to participate in the stock market is crucial. This study aims to understand the investment decision-making behavior among millennials in the Indian Stock Market.

Design/methodology/approach
Using a cross-sectional research design that entails in-depth personal interviews, this study aims to understand the equity investment behavior of millennials. Verbatim texts from interview transcripts were used to analyze the content and arrive at themes.

Findings
The study investigated the motivation to enter the stock market and gained insights into how individuals make equity investment decisions considering economic and behavioral dimensions. The basis for stock selection was predominantly on the self-analysis of investors. Multiple stock selection priorities are also discussed. In addition, informants ensured asset diversification and exercised various strategies to overcome emotions. Furthermore, they suffered from various behavioral biases.

Practical implications
Individual investors are the least informed and most impacted stakeholders in the stock markets; therefore, this study contributes fresh insights to enhance their financial security. The paper also examines some noticeable behavioral tendencies retail investors exhibit and gathers helpful strategies for mitigating behavioral biases.

Originality/value
The uniqueness of the research lies in its adoption of a qualitative methodology that uses the investment experience of millennial investors to reveal the components of decision-making behavior and investor psychology. The findings are thereby unique and have significant managerial implications.
Copula: a decentralized solution for construction project monitoring using blockchain
Authors: Lafhaj Zoubeir , Rebai Slim , Hamdi Olfa , Jabbar Rateb , Ayech Hamdi , Yim Pascal 
Published: March 2024

PurposeThis study aims to introduce and evaluate the COPULA framework, a construction project monitoring solution based on blockchain designed to address the inherent challenges of construction project monitoring and management. This research aims to enhance efficiency, transparency and trust within the dynamic and collaborative environment of the construction industry by leveraging the decentralized, secure and immutable nature of blockchain technology.Design/methodology/approachThis paper employs a comprehensive approach encompassing the formulation of the COPULA model, the development of a digital solution using the ethereum blockchain and extensive testing to assess performance in terms of execution cost, time, integrity, immutability and security. A case analysis is conducted to demonstrate the practical application and benefits of blockchain technology in real-world construction project monitoring scenarios.FindingsThe findings reveal that the COPULA framework effectively addresses critical issues such as centralization, privacy and security vulnerabilities in construction project management. It facilitates seamless data exchange among stakeholders, ensuring real-time transparency and the creation of a tamper-proof communication channel. The framework demonstrates the potential to significantly enhance project efficiency and foster trust among all parties involved.Research limitations/implicationsWhile the study provides promising insights into the application of blockchain technology in construction project monitoring, future research could explore the integration of COPULA with existing project management methodologies to broaden its applicability and impact. Further investigations into the solution’s scalability and adaptation to various construction project types and sizes are also suggested.Originality/valueThis research offers a comprehensive blockchain solution specifically tailored for the construction industry. Unlike prior studies focusing on theoretical aspects, this paper presents a practical, end-to-end solution encompassing model formulation, digital implementation, proof-of-concept testing and validation analysis. The COPULA framework marks a significant advancement in the digital transformation of construction project monitoring, providing a novel approach to overcoming longstanding industry challenges.
Association of Hospitals' Experience with Bundled Payment for Care Improvement Model with the Diffusion of Acute Hospital Care at Home
Authors: Kang So‐Yeon 
Published: March 2024

AbstractObjectiveTo examine whether hospitals' experience in a prior payment model incentivizing care coordination is associated with their decision to adopt a new payment program for a care delivery innovation.Data SourcesData were sourced from Medicare fee‐for‐service claims in 2017, the list of participants in Bundled Payment for Care Improvement initiatives (BPCI and BPCI‐Advanced), the list of hospitals approved for Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCaH) between November 2020 and August 2022, and the American Hospital Association Survey.Study DesignRetrospective cohort study. Hospitals' adoption of AHCaH was measured as a function of hospitals' BPCI experiences. Hospitals' BPCI experiences were categorized into five mutually exclusive groups: (1) direct BPCI participation, (2) indirect participation through physician group practices (PGPs) after dropout, (3) indirect participation through PGPs only, (4) dropout only, and (5) no BPCI exposure.Data Collection/Extraction MethodsAll data are derived from pre‐existing sources. General acute hospitals eligible for both BPCI initiatives and AHCaH are included.Principal FindingsOf 3248 hospitals included in the sample, 7% adopted AHCaH as of August 2022. Hospitals with direct BPCI experience had the highest adoption rate (17.7%), followed by those with indirect participation through BPCI physicians after dropout (11.8%), while those with no exposure to BPCI were least likely to participate (3.2%). Hospitals that adopted AHCaH were more likely to be located in communities where more peer hospitals participated in the program (median 10.8% vs. 0%). After controlling for covariates, the association of the adoption of AHCaH with indirect participation through physicians after dropout was as strong as with early BPCI adopter hospitals (average marginal effect: 5.9 vs. 6.2 pp, p < 0.05), but the other categories were not.ConclusionsHospitals that participated in the bundled payment model either directly or indirectly PGPs were more likely to adopt a care delivery innovation requiring similar competence in the next period.
A dose–response analysis of the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on cognitive development
Authors: Jacobson Joseph L. , Akkaya‐Hocagil Tugba , Jacobson Sandra W. , Coles Claire D. , Richardson Gale A. , Olson Heather Carmichael , Day Nancy L. , Carter R. Colin , Dodge Neil C. , Dang Khue‐Dung , Cook Richard J. , Ryan Louise M. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundMost studies of the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) on cognitive function have assumed that the dose–response curve is linear. However, data from a few animal and human studies suggest that there may be an inflection point in the dose–response curve above which PAE effects are markedly stronger and that there may be differences associated with pattern of exposure, assessed in terms of alcohol dose per drinking occasion and drinking frequency.MethodsWe performed second‐order confirmatory factor analysis on data obtained at school age, adolescence, and early adulthood from 2227 participants in six US longitudinal cohorts to derive a composite measure of cognitive function. Regression models were constructed to examine effects of PAE on cognitive function, adjusted for propensity scores. Analyses based on a single predictor (absolute alcohol (AA)/day) were compared with analyses based on two predictors (dose/occasion and drinking frequency), using (1) linear models and (2) nonparametric general additive models (GAM) that allow for both linear and nonlinear effects.ResultsThe single‐predictor GAM model showed virtually no nonlinearity in the effect of AA/day on cognitive function. However, the two‐predictor GAM model revealed differential effects of maternal drinking pattern. Among offspring of infrequent drinkers, PAE effects on cognitive function were markedly stronger in those whose mothers drank more than ~3 drinks/occasion, and the effect of dose/occasion was strongest among the very frequent drinkers. Frequency of drinking did not appear to alter the PAE effect on cognitive function among participants born to mothers who limited their drinking to ~1 drink/occasion or less.ConclusionsThese findings suggest that linear models based on total AA/day are appropriate for assessing whether PAE affects a given cognitive outcome. However, examination of alcohol dose/occasion and drinking frequency is needed to fully characterize the impact of different levels of alcohol intake on cognitive impairment.
Dose–response effect of prenatal alcohol exposure on perinatal outcomes
Authors: Bakhireva Ludmila N. , Ma Xingya , Wiesel Alexandria , Wohrer Fiona E. , DiDomenico Jared , Jacobson Sandra W. , Roberts Melissa H. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundA better understanding of the effects of lower levels of prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE), as a common exposure, is needed. The goal of this study was to examine the effects of mild–moderate PAE and episodic binge drinking on perinatal outcomes.MethodsThe data were obtained from three prospective cohorts with a combined sample of 281 participants: 125 with PAE and 156 without PAE. Alcohol‐related measures included the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test, timeline follow‐back questionnaires (covering the periconceptional period, mid‐gestation, and late gestation), and biomarkers. Absolute alcohol per day (AAD) and per drinking day (AADD), number of binge episodes, and maximum number of drinks in a 24‐h period were estimated. Perinatal outcomes included gestational age and anthropometric measures. Data were analyzed using correlation and multivariable regression analysis.ResultsAmong women with PAE, average alcohol consumption across the periconceptional period and pregnancy was 0.37 oz ± 0.74 AA/day (~5 drinks/week). After adjusting for tobacco co‐exposure and sociodemographic characteristics, significant associations between all alcohol measures and gestational age at delivery were observed, including cumulative measures of AAD (β = −0.58; 95% CI: −0.98; −0.17) and AADD (β = −0.58; 95% CI: −0.90; −0.26) during pregnancy and the periconceptional period. A significant association between the maximum number of drinks in a 24‐h period and birth length percentile (β = −0.70; 95% CI: −1.36; −0.04) was observed in the final model. PAE was associated with lower birth weight percentile in univariate analyses only.ConclusionsResults of this study demonstrate a negative association between mild–moderate PAE and episodic binge drinking with gestational age at delivery and birth length percentile after controlling for other factors. Robust negative effects of PAE, including in the periconceptional period before pregnancy recognition, on duration of gestation highlight the need for primary prevention efforts aimed at PAE in persons of reproductive age.
Effects of glossopharyngeal nerve block on pain control after tonsillectomy: a systemic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Kang Yun Jin , Stybayeva Gulnaz , Hwang Se Hwan 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundWe investigated the role of perioperative intraoral glossopharyngeal nerve block to minimize postoperative pain in patients undergoing tonsillectomy through a meta‐analysis of the relevant literature.MethodsWe retrieved eight studies from PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane databases up to August 2023. We compared perioperative glossopharyngeal nerve block with a control group, in order to examine postoperative pain, analgesic use, and other postoperative morbidities.ResultsPostoperative pain was significantly reduced at 1–4 h (SMD −1.26, 95% CI [−2.35; −0.17], I2 = 94.7%, P = 0.02) and 5–8 hours (SMD −1.40, 95% CI [−2.47; −0.34], I2 = 96.1%, p = 0.01) in the treatment groups compared to the control group. However, glossopharyngeal nerve block showed no efficacy in reducing pain or use of analgesic drugs after 12 h compared to the control group. The incidences of postoperative bleeding (OR 0.95, 95% CI [0.35; 2.52], I2 = 0.0%), local agent toxicity (OR 4.14, 95% CI [0.44; 38.63], I2 = 0.0%), nasal problems (OR 1.25, 95% CI [0.60; 2.61], I2 = 0.0%), postoperative nausea and vomiting (OR 1.35, 95% CI [0.78; 2.33], I2 = 0.0%), swallowing difficulty (OR 1.61, 95% CI [0.76; 3.42], I2 = 56.0%), and voice change (OR 3.11, 95% CI [0.31; 30.80], I2 = 0.0%) were not significantly different between the treatment and control groups. The treatment group showed higher prevalence of respiratory problems and dry mouth compared to control without statistical significance, but a significant increase in throat discomfort (p = 0.02).ConclusionIntraoral glossopharyngeal nerve block for tonsillectomy did not significantly impact postoperative pain management and was associated with some adverse effects with increases in respiratory problems, dry mouth, and throat discomfort compared to controls.
Aspirin resistance in patients with ventricular assist devices: A follow‐up study
Authors: Flieder Tobias , Blaesen Sonja , Schulte Katrin , Blasberg Jost , Lauenroth Volker , Knabbe Cornelius , Schramm René , Morshuis Michiel , Gummert Jan , Birschmann Ingvild 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundDespite combined anticoagulation therapy consisting of a vitamin K antagonist and an antiplatelet agent, thromboembolic complications often occur in patients with a left ventricular assist device (LVAD). In addition, bleeding events are also common. Resistance to antiplatelet drugs is a well‐known phenomenon; however, the utilization of laboratory chemistry testing for the presence of such resistance, and then switching therapy, is controversial.MethodsWe tested 132 patients with LVAD (HeartWare n = 57, HeartMate II n = 22, HeartMate 3 n = 53) on acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) therapy for resistance and followed them for a maximum of 7 years regarding pump thrombosis. Light transmission aggregometry (LTA) and impedance aggregometry (IPA) were performed for testing platelet function.ResultsWe could show that patients with ASA resistance displayed an increased risk of pump thrombosis, regardless of the test used (LTA: OR = 6.20, CI [1.86–20.64], p = 0.003; IPA: OR = 12.14, CI [3.00–49.07], p < 0.001). In patients with a HeartMate 3, we could not detect any pump thrombosis associated with aspirin resistance. Furthermore, there was no significant difference in bleeding events between patients with ASA resistance and ASA responders.ConclusionLaboratory testing of ASA resistance seems to be a good tool to detect an increased risk of pump thrombosis, at least for patients with a HeartWare or HeartMate II. The extent to which these thromboses can be prevented with a change of medication has to be investigated in further studies. No pump thrombosis was detected in patients with a HeartMate 3, and the question should be asked as to what constellation of underlying and concomitant diseases must be present to justify ASA therapy for these patients.
Preclinical validation of a customized circuit for ex situ uninterrupted cold‐to‐warm prolonged perfusion of the liver
Authors: Scatton Olivier , Turco Célia , Savier Eric , Pelissié Jérôme , Legallais Cécile , Sakka Medhi , Aoudjehane Lynda , Wendum Dominique , Migliazza John , Spiritelli Sandra , Conti Filomena , Goumard Claire 
Published: March 2024

AbstractContextClinical adoption of ex situ liver perfusion is growing. While hypothermic perfusion protects against ischemia–reperfusion injury in marginal grafts, normothermic perfusion enables organ viability assessment and therefore selection of borderline grafts. The combination of hypothermic and normothermic perfusion, known as “cold‐to‐warm,” may be the optimal sequence for organ preservation, but is difficult to achieve with most commercial perfusion systems. We developed an adaptable customized circuit allowing uninterrupted “cold‐to‐warm” perfusion and conducted preclinical studies on healthy porcine livers and discarded human livers to demonstrate the circuit's efficacy.MethodsIn collaboration with bioengineers, we developed a customized circuit that adapts to extracorporeal circulation consoles used in cardiovascular surgery and includes a proprietary reservoir enabling easy perfusate change without interrupting perfusion. This preclinical study was conducted on porcine and human livers. Perfusion parameters (pressures, flows, oxygenation) and organ viability were monitored.ResultsThe customized circuit was adapted to a LivaNova S5® console, and the perfusions were flow‐driven with real‐time pressure monitoring. Ten porcine liver and 12 discarded human liver perfusions were performed during 14 to 18 h and 7 to 25 h, respectively. No hyperpressure was observed (porcine and human portal pressure 2–6 and 2–8 mm Hg; arterial pressure 10–65 and 20–65 mm Hg, respectively). No severe histological tissue injury was observed (Suzuki score ≤ 3 at the end of perfusion). Seven (70%) porcine livers and five (42%) human livers met the UK viability criteria.ConclusionThe customized circuit and system design enables smooth uninterrupted “cold‐to‐warm” perfusion not present in current commercial perfusion systems.
Toxicity due to steroid treatment in ITP remains a concern
Authors: Frederiksen Henrik 
Published: March 2024

Corticosteroids are the preferred first‐line treatment in ITP in guidelines. The analyses by Wang et al. shows that hospital‐registered steroid‐related toxicity occurs frequently and emphasizes that exposure should be for a limited duration of time.Commentary on: Wang et al. Longitudinal evaluation of adverse events due to steroid use in primary immune thrombocytopenia: a population‐based study. Br J Haematol 2024;204:1986‐1993.
Niche expansion of capuchin monkeys to forest floor on guild‐reduced islands increases interspecific spatio‐temporal overlap
Authors: Fox‐Rosales Lester A. , Monteza‐Moreno Claudio M. , Barret Brendan J. , Goldsborough Zoë , Jansen Patrick A. , McLean Kevin , Crofoot Margaret C. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractInterspecific interactions play an important role in structuring wildlife communities. On islands, which often have reduced species assemblages, species may expand their niches resulting in unusual patterns of interactions with other members of the ecological community. In this study, we compared spatio‐temporal interactions of two food competitors between a site with predators and two predator‐free islands in the Coiba archipelago, Panama. Here, capuchin monkeys (Cebus capucinus imitator) exhibit high levels of terrestriality, and some groups engage in stone tool use. This potentially leads to competition with sympatric agoutis (Dasyprocta coibae), which have overlapping diets. We used camera‐trap surveys to estimate temporal overlap between both species, distinguishing between arboreal and terrestrial activity of capuchins. We also compared detection rates and intervals between consecutive detections of both species at sites in which the monkeys use stone tools (tool‐use area) and sites in which they do not (non‐tool‐use area). We found high spatio‐temporal overlap between agouti and capuchin on the forest floor of both islands. While capuchins visited the tool‐use area four times as often as the non‐tool‐use area, agoutis avoided the tool‐use area, capture rates being 25 times as low. Waiting times were shorter for both species at the tool‐use area. These results suggest temporal overlap and spatial segregation. Niche expansions on islands thus cause unique interactions that do not occur on the mainland.Abstract in Spanish is available with online material.