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Assessing the effect of core and expanded ESG on corporate financial performance: COVID-19’s moderating role
Authors: Maji Santi Gopal , Lohia Prachi 
Published: March 2024

Purpose
This study aims to investigate the influence of disclosing environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors on financial performance, taking into account the moderating effect of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Design/methodology/approach
A sample of the top 100 non-financial firms listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange, for the years 2019–2022, has been considered. Suitable panel regression models have been used to assess the impact of non-financial disclosure on accounting and market measures of firm performance. In addition, a panel data moderating effect model is used to assess the moderating impact.

Findings
The outcomes of the study partially favour the value-creation role of ESG disclosure. Specifically, the disclosure of already established ESG metrics, particularly social and governance aspects, positively impacts the market performance while environmental transparency negatively impacts the accounting performance. Of the three ESG components, only extended governance disclosure adds to market value. Results of the moderation effect reveal a significant impact of the pandemic on the ESG disclosure–financial performance relation. However, a more pronounced effect before the pandemic is observed. The results are robust to endogeneity.

Originality/value
This study sheds light on the financial consequences of ESG disclosure within the context of an emerging nation. This is done by using a novel holistic ESG reporting framework to obtain more accurate results. Furthermore, the study distinguishes itself by examining the long-term moderating influence of the unexpected COVID-19 crisis on the ESG disclosure–financial performance relation.
Nexus between technological innovation and environmental pollution in selected OECD countries
Authors: Cetin Murat , Ozturk Ilhan , Sumerli Sarigul Sevgi , Murshed Muntasir , Kilavuz Emine 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAddressing environmental pollution is fundamental to establishing sustainable development across the globe. While navigating the Fourth Industrial Revolution, it is of critical relevance for economies worldwide to come up with innovative measures that can withstand the factors driving environmental pollution. On that note, this study explores the technological innovation‐environmental pollution linkages in the context of 10 members of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) using data spanning from 1994 to 2018. Notably, considering ecological footprints as the environmental proxy, the analysis controls for the corresponding levels of economic growth, financial development, and renewable energy consumption in the concerned countries. In addition, the long‐term estimates are investigated using Augmented Mean Group, Common Correlation Effects Mean Group, Fully Modified Ordinary Least Square, and Dynamic Ordinary Least Square techniques while the causality relationship is determined by Dumitrescu‐Hurlin panel bootstrapped causality test. The results establish the long‐term cointegrating linkages among the variables considered. It is also observed that economic growth increases the ecological footprint level, while technological innovation, renewable energy consumption, and financial development reduce it. Moreover, the results reveal that technological innovation and ecological footprint causally influence each other, while there are one‐way causalities moving from economic growth and financial development to ecological footprint. Furthermore, a two‐way causality concerning renewable energy consumption and ecological footprint is also detected. Considering these results, it is pertinent for the selected OECD countries to improve energy efficiency rates, scale investment for developing the renewable energy sector, and execute policies that support investments in initiatives concerning low‐carbon technological development. Additionally, these countries should look to implement policies that are compatible with the objectives of establishing green growth so that low‐emission development can take place to tackle climate change‐related problems.
Prediction performance comparison of biomarkers for response to immune checkpoint inhibitors in advanced non‐small cell lung cancer
Authors: Zhao Jie , Zhuang Wei , Sun Boyang , Bai Hua , Wang Zhijie , Zhong Jia , Wan Rui , Liu Lihui , Duan Jianchun , Wang Jie 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundThe aim of the present study was to compare the predictive accuracy of PD‐L1 immunohistochemistry (IHC), tissue or blood tumor mutation burden (tTMB, bTMB), gene expression profile (GEP), driver gene mutation, and combined biomarkers for immunotherapy response of advanced non‐small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).MethodsIn part 1, clinical trials involved with predictive biomarker exploration for immunotherapy in advanced NSCLC were included. The area under the curve (AUC) of the summary receiver operating characteristic (SROC), sensitivity, specificity, likelihood ratio and predictive value of the biomarkers were evaluated. In part 2, public datasets of immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI)‐treated NSCLC involved with biomarkers were curated (N = 871). Odds ratio (OR) of the positive versus negative biomarker group for objective response rate (ORR) was measured.ResultsIn part 1, the AUC of combined biomarkers (0.75) was higher than PD‐L1 (0.64), tTMB (0.64), bTMB (0.68), GEP (0.67), and driver gene mutation (0.51). Combined biomarkers also had higher specificity, positive likelihood ratio and positive predictive value than single biomarkers. In part 2, the OR of combined biomarkers of PD‐L1 plus TMB (PD‐L1 cutoff 1%, 0.14; cutoff 50% 0.13) was lower than that of PD‐L1 (cutoff 1%, 0.33; cutoff 50% 0.24), tTMB (0.28), bTMB (0.48), EGFR mutation (0.17) and KRAS mutation (0.47), for distinguishing ORR of patients after immunotherapy. Furthermore, positive PD‐L1, tTMB‐high, wild‐type EGFR, and positive PD‐L1 plus TMB were associated with prolonged progression‐free survival (PFS).ConclusionCombined biomarkers have superior predictive accuracy than single biomarkers for immunotherapy response of NSCLC. Further investigation is warranted to select optimal biomarkers for various clinical settings.
3D photogrammetry and deep‐learning deliver accurate estimates of epibenthic biomass
Authors: Marlow Joseph , Halpin John Edward , Wilding Thomas Andrew 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Accurate biomass estimates are key to understanding a wide variety of ecological functions. In marine systems, epibenthic biomass estimates have traditionally relied on either destructive/extractive methods that are limited to horizontal soft‐sediment environments, or simplistic geometry‐based biomass conversions that are unsuitable for more complex morphologies. Consequently, there is a requirement for non‐destructive, higher‐accuracy methods that can be used in an array of environments, targeting more morphologically diverse taxa, and at ecological relevant scales.

We used a combination of 3D photogrammetry, convolutional neural network (CNN) automated taxonomic identification, and taxa‐specific biovolume:biomass calibrations to test the viability of estimating biomass of three species of morphologically complex epibenthic taxa from in situ stereo 2D source imagery.

Our trained CNN produced accurate and reliable annotations of our target taxa across a wide range of conditions. When incorporated into photogrammetric 3D models of underwater surveys, we were able to automatically isolate our three target taxa from their environment, producing biovolume measurements that had respective mean similarities of 99%, 102% and 120% of those obtained from human annotators. When combined with taxa‐specific biovolume:biomass calibration values, we produced biomass estimates of 88%, 125% and 133% mean similarity to that of the ‘true’ biomass of the respective taxa.

Our methodology provides a highly reliable and efficient method for estimating epibenthic biomass of morphologically complex taxa using non‐destructive 2D imagery. This approach can be applied to a variety of environments and photo/video survey approaches (e.g. SCUBA, ROV, AUV) and is especially valuable in spatially extensive surveys where manual approaches are prohibitively time‐consuming.
Changes in the prevalence of fungal species causing post‐harvest diseases of carrot in Finland
Authors: Latvala Satu , Haapalainen Minna , Karisto Petteri , Kivijärvi Pirjo , Jääskeläinen Oona , Suojala‐Ahlfors Terhi 
Published: March 2024

AbstractPost‐harvest diseases cause significant economic losses in the carrot production chain. In this study, storage losses and fungal pathogens causing them were analysed in the carrot yield from 52 different field plots in four areas in Finland in 3 years (2016–2018). Over 30,000 carrots were sampled and analysed at three time points during cold storage at 0–1°C. In March, after 5–6 months' storage, the average loss due to diseases was 20%–21% every year. Decay of the root tip was the most common disease symptom, followed by pits on the side and black rot in the crown, detected in 69.2%, 15.0% and 9.0% of the symptomatic samples, respectively. Both intensive carrot cultivation practice and early timing of harvest increased storage losses. Pathogens in 3057 symptomatic carrot tissue samples were isolated by culturing, and fungal species were identified. The most common fungal species detected were Mycocentrospora acerina, Botrytis cinerea and Fusarium spp., especially F. avenaceum. However, the frequency of different pathogens varied between the different years and time points during storage. Species‐specific PCR tests revealed that M. acerina and F. avenaceum were present in many early time‐point samples where they could not yet be detected by the culturing method. In Finland, this study on carrot post‐harvest diseases is the first large‐scale survey in which the fungal pathogens were isolated and identified by laboratory tests. In comparison with the previous studies, Fusarium spp. were detected more frequently in this study, while grey mould and Sclerotinia rot were less frequent.
Diagnostic and prognostic value of cardiac troponins in emergency department patients presenting after a fall: A prospective, multicenter study
Authors: Espejo Tanguy , Terhalle Lukas , Malinovska Alexandra , Riedel Henk B. , Arntz Laura , Hafner Livia , Delport‐Lehnen Karen , Zuppinger Joanna , Geigy Nicolas , Leuppi Jörg , Somasundaram Rajan , Bingisser Roland , Nickel Christian H. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundEmergency department (ED) presentations after a ground‐level fall (GLF) are common. Falls were suggested to be another possible presenting feature of a myocardial infarction (MI), as unrecognized MIs are common in older adults. Elevated high‐sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs‐cTn) concentrations could help determine the etiology of a GLF in ED. We investigated the prevalence of both MI and elevated high‐sensitivity cardiac troponin T (hs‐cTnT) and I (hs‐cTnI), as well as the diagnostic accuracy of hs‐cTnT and hs‐cTnI regarding MI, and their prognostic value in older ED patients presenting after a GLF.MethodsThis was a prospective, international, multicenter, cohort study with a follow‐up of up to 1 year. Patients aged 65 years or older presenting to the ED after a GLF were prospectively enrolled. Two outcome assessors independently reviewed all discharge records to ascertain final gold standard diagnoses. Hs‐cTnT and hs‐cTnI levels were determined from thawed samples for every patient.ResultsIn total, 558 patients were included. Median (IQR) age was 83 (77–89) years, and 67.7% were female. Elevated hs‐cTnT levels were found in 384 (68.8%) patients, and elevated hs‐cTnI levels in 86 (15.4%) patients. Three patients (0.5%) were ascertained the gold standard diagnosis MI. Within 30 days, 18 (3.2%) patients had died. Nonsurvivors had higher hs‐cTnT and hs‐cTnI levels compared with survivors (hs‐cTnT 40 [23–85] ng/L in nonsurvivors and 20 [13–33] ng/L in survivors; hs‐cTnI 25 [14–54] ng/L in nonsurvivors and 8 [4–16] ng/L in survivors; p < 0.001 for both).ConclusionsA majority of patients (n = 364, 68.8%) presenting to the ED after a fall had elevated hs‐cTnT levels and 86 (15.4%) elevated hs‐cTnI levels. However, the incidence of MI in these patients was low (n = 3, 0.5%). Our data do not support the opinion that falls may be a common presenting feature of MI. We discourage routine troponin testing in this population. However, hs‐cTnT and hs‐cTnI were both found to have prognostic properties for mortality prediction up to 1 year.
Using machine learning and 10‐K filings to measure innovation
Authors: Nousiainen Essi , Ranta Mikko , Ylinen Mika , Järvenpää Marko 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to develop and validate a text‐based measure of innovation using latent Dirichlet allocation on a sample of 45,409 10‐K filings from US listed companies. We expect that the text‐based innovation measure is associated with innovation and can be used to measure innovation for companies without patents or significant research and development expenditures. The empirical results are consistent with these assumptions, but reveal that thorough initial testing is required to ensure robustness. This study extends the research on innovation measurement and company disclosures, and provides a new method for assessing innovation using company disclosures.
Organising for System Change: “From the Sea to the City” and the Movement Ecology of Migrant Solidarity in Europe
Authors: Liebscher Stephan 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThis paper engages with the relationship between dissident European mayors and the migrant solidarity movement in Europe after 2015. With the case study of the coalition “From the Sea to the City”, I examine how its members institutionalise mayors’ dissent at a transnational level through the International Alliance of Safe Harbours. Employing primary empirical data, the study finds that coalition members create a political sequence in four ways: developing a storyline and setting up a broad coalition of migrant solidarity; referencing mayors’ disruptive acts; nurturing counter‐imaginaries; and laying the foundation for further action towards transforming the instituted order of European migration politics. To conceptualise the empirical findings, I draw on concepts of political organisation. In this vein, the paper calls for an assessment of movement politics that goes beyond the belief that local disruptions will suffice to set in motion a progressive transformation of European migration politics.
SQ sublingual immunotherapy tablets for children with allergic rhinitis: A review of phase three trials
Authors: Csonka Péter , Hamelmann Eckard , Turkalj Mirjana , Roberts Graham , Mack Douglas P. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAimTo provide paediatricians with a summary of efficacy and safety of SQ sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) tablets from phase three, randomised, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled trials in children and adolescents with allergic rhinitis or rhinoconjunctivitis, with and without asthma.MethodsPubMed searches were conducted and unpublished data were included if necessary.ResultsOf the 93 publications, 12 were identified reporting 10 trials. One trial was excluded as paediatric‐specific efficacy data were unavailable. The nine eligible trials evaluated grass, house dust mite, ragweed and tree SLIT tablets. Consistent reductions in allergic rhinitis or rhinoconjunctivitis symptoms and medication use were observed with SQ SLIT tablets versus placebo. In a five‐year trial, sustained reduction of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis symptoms, asthma symptoms and medication use were observed with SQ grass SLIT tablet versus placebo. The number‐needed‐to‐treat to prevent asthma symptoms and medication use in one additional child during follow‐up was lowest in younger children. SQ SLIT tablets were generally well tolerated across trials.ConclusionEvidence supports use of SQ SLIT tablets in children and adolescents with allergic rhinitis or rhinoconjunctivitis, with and without asthma. Long‐term data demonstrate disease‐modifying effects of SQ grass SLIT tablet and suggest the clinical relevance of initiating allergy immunotherapy earlier in the disease course.
A case of pregnancy with severe polyhydramnios related to long‐term use of lithium
Authors: Stoppa Aldo , Roda Ester , Garcia‐Esteve Lluïsa , Roca‐Lecumberri Alba 
Published: March 2024

AbstractObjectivesSevere polyhydramnios during pregnancy may be associated with long‐term lithium use and presents considerable challenges. This complication, which has been linked to induced nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (NDI), underscores the necessity for cautious management of pregnant women with bipolar disorder. This case report aims to elucidate the relationship between long‐term lithium use, pregnancy, and the development of severe polyhydramnios, emphasizing the importance of diagnosing NDI in order to prevent obstetric and neonatal complications.MethodsWe present the case of a 42‐year‐old primigravida undergoing long‐term lithium treatment for bipolar disorder type I, who developed severe polyhydramnios at 34 weeks of gestation. Clinical data including obstetric monitoring and neonatal outcomes were analyzed.ResultsThis case emphasizes the need for heightened awareness and proactive measures to mitigate the risk associated with lithium treatment during pregnancy. Close monitoring and timely interventions are essential to ensure optimal outcomes for both mother and fetus.ConclusionsOur article puts forth the hypothesis that there is a link between lithium use during pregnancy and the occurrence of polyhydramnios and Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus (NDI), which may lead to severe obstetric and neonatal complications. This case report contributes to the limited literature on the subject and gives doctors practical advice that may help them make a better risk‐benefit analysis. Further research is warranted in order to refine risk assessment protocols and management strategies in this complex clinical scenario.
Acknowledging religion in cognitive behavioural therapy: The effect on alliance, treatment expectations and credibility in a video‐vignette study
Authors: Hassan Hibah , Lack Sarah , Salkovskis Paul M. , Thew Graham R. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractObjectivesDeveloping mental health services which are accessible and acceptable to those from minority backgrounds continues to be a priority. In the United Kingdom, individuals who identify with a religion are underrepresented in Talking Therapies services as compared to those with no religion. This necessitates an understanding of how therapy is perceived. This online study explored the impact of explicitly acknowledging religion on anticipated alliance, treatment credibility and expectations of therapy in a non‐clinical sample of British Muslims.MethodsA video‐vignette experimental design was used in which participants who self‐reported as either high or low in religiosity were randomly allocated to receiving information about cognitive behavioural therapy either with or without an explicit mention of religion as a value in the therapeutic process.ResultsOne hundred twenty‐nine British Muslim adults aged 18–70+ years from various ethnic backgrounds participated in the study. Between‐subjects ANOVAs showed that scores on the perceived credibility of therapy and treatment expectations were significantly higher when religion was explicitly mentioned by the ‘therapist’, but that acknowledging religion did not impact upon anticipated alliance.ConclusionsThese findings suggest that mentioning religion as a value to be considered in therapy has some positive impacts upon how therapy is perceived by British Muslims. Although video vignettes do not provide insight into the complexity of actual therapeutic encounters, acknowledging religion in mental health services more broadly remains an important consideration for improving equity of access and may bear relevance to other minoritized groups.
A systematic review of the efficacy of group social skills interventions on social functioning and social participation in children with acquired brain injury or cerebral palsy
Authors: Thompson Bianca A. D. , Gilmore Rose , Barfoot Jacqui , Sakzewski Leanne 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAimThe aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of Group social skills interventions (GSSIs) versus any comparator on social functioning in children aged 5–12 years with acquired brain injury or cerebral palsy.BackgroundGSSIs are an evidence‐based approach to foster social skills development in children with autism spectrum disorder. Currently, limited literature exploring GSSIs in children with acquired brain injury and cerebral palsy is available.ResultsMEDLINE, SCOPUS, Embase, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, PsycINFO, clinicaltrials.gov, ICTRP and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses were systematically searched. Study screening, risk‐of‐bias, Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation and data extraction were performed in duplicate. Six studies were included in the narrative synthesis (one randomised controlled trial and five nonrandomised studies). Results indicate that GSSIs may increase children's social skills as measured on the Social Skills Rating System and Social Skills Questionnaire. Very low certainty evidence was found for improvements in social functioning and competence.ConclusionsThere is low certainty evidence that participation in GSSI may lead to gains in social functioning for children with acquired brain injury or cerebral palsy. Given the certainty of the evidence, these results must be interpreted with caution. Only one randomised controlled trial of GSSIs for children with acquired brain injury was identified, underscoring the need for additional high‐quality studies.
Perceived discrimination and multiple indicators of positive development among second‐generation Chinese–American youth: The moderating role of ethnic identity
Authors: Su Shaobing , Wang Ellen , Su Shaodan 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundThe present study examined the associations among ethnic identity, perceived discrimination and multiple indicators of positive youth development (PYD; i.e., intrapersonal‐oriented competence, interpersonal‐oriented competence, confidence, caring, character, family connection, peer connection, school and community connection, positive attitudes towards diversity and cultural pride) that were specifically identified among second‐generation Chinese–American youth.MethodsParticipants were 196 second‐generation Chinese–American youth (N girl = 93; M age = 14.56, SD age = 1.75) primarily from the greater Boston area in MA, United States. Multivariate regression models were estimated to examine the associations between ethnic identity, perceived discrimination, and each potential indicator of PYD, as well as the moderating role of ethnic identity, controlling for key demographics.Results(1) Ethnic identity was positively related to all PYD indicators, βs = .32 to .72, ps < .01; (2) perceived discrimination was negatively associated with all indicators of PYD (βs = −.15 to −.32, ps < .05), except for interpersonal‐oriented competence and caring; and (3) ethnic identity significantly moderated the relationship between perceived discrimination and family connection (β = .23, p < .01).ConclusionsFindings indicate that whereas discrimination has potential negative effects on the positive development of second‐generation Chinese–American youth, ethnic identity may be a key strength that should be considered in PYD promotion practices for these youth.