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Interweaving bonds: examining trust, commitment and social sustainability in the agri-food supply chain in Kenya
Authors: Obonyo Edwin , Ndiritu S. Wagura , Formentini Marco 
Published: February 2025

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to examine trust, commitment and social sustainability (SS) in agri-food supply chains (AFSCs) in an underexplored context, an emerging country. This adds to the literature on the benefits of trust and commitment in AFSCs.Design/methodology/approachWithin four counties in Kenya — Nairobi, Machakos, Kiambu and Kajiado — 85 abattoirs and 164 traders were surveyed as part of data collection. Hypotheses were proposed, and partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was used to test them.FindingsThe findings indicate that trust (benevolent and credibility trust) as well as commitment (affective and continuance commitment) have a positive direct relationship with SS.Practical implicationsThe study underlines how important trust and commitment are in improving the social well-being of AFSC actors. They enhance collaboration which empowers them to improve social welfare of the supply chain.Originality/valueThe study is one of the first to examine the effect of trust and commitment on SS within AFSC, a novel contribution to SS literature. It differentiates between types of trust (benevolent and credibility trust) and commitment (affective and continuance commitment), giving a clearer understanding of how each of the variables impact SS. The findings offer new insights into the relationship between trust and commitment in improving social sustainable practices in AFSCs.
Understanding the impact of online firestorms on financial performance in corporate social responsibility campaigns
Authors: Dias Filipe , Rita Paulo , António Nuno , Vong Celeste 
Published: February 2025

PurposeThis study examines the impact of online firestorms on the financial performance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) campaigns by analyzing Twitter data and stock market trends.Design/methodology/approachFour publicly known campaigns that received backlash were studied, involving data from 76,242 tweets.FindingsThis investigation revealed that organizations could still achieve financial gains despite experiencing backlash. The duration of an online firestorm typically ranged between three to six days. Also, a positive correlation was found between online sentiment on social media and stock market prices.Originality/valueThe findings provide significant insights for both academia and organizations, demonstrating that CSR campaigns involved in online firestorms do not necessarily result in adverse financial outcomes. Overall, this study provides valuable perspectives on the effects of CSR campaigns and their potential impacts on financial performance.
The power of body language: understanding anchor’s body language and the success of live-streaming e-commerce
Authors: Yang Hangsheng , Xu Xu , Wang Bin 
Published: February 2025

Purpose
Body language is an integral part of interpersonal communication and exchange, which can convey rich emotions, intentions and information. However, how anchor’s body language works in live-streaming e-commerce (LSE) has yet to receive adequate attention. Based on dual systems theory of decision-making, this paper aims to explore the impact of anchor’s body language on the performance of LSE from the perspective of customer engagement behavior and to examine the moderating role of anchor’s relational social interaction.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors confirmed the theoretical model through empirical analysis of structured data from 1,415 actual livestreaming rooms from Douyin, as well as unstructured data of 418,939 min of video and audio, 1,985,473 words of text and 423,302 keyframe images.

Findings
The study found that anchor’s body language has a significant positive effect on the performance of LSE, and customer engagement behavior plays a partially mediating role. The moderating effect suggests that anchor’s relational social interaction and body language have substitution effects in enhancing customer engagement behavior and the performance of LSE, which reveals the substitution relationship between anchor’s verbal and nonverbal interactions in LSE.

Originality/value
This study is one of the earlier literature focusing on anchor’s body language, and the findings provide practical references for enhancing customer engagement behavior and achieving performance growth in LSE.
Effects of elevation on taxonomic and functional diversity of frog communities in a tropical forest
Authors: Siqueira Carla C. , Vrcibradic Davor , Rocha Carlos Frederico D. 
Published: February 2025

AbstractThe assessment of taxonomic diversity (TD) and functional diversity (FD) in natural gradients, including elevation, has grown over the past two decades, but is still relatively little studied. By studying amphibians in the Brazilian forest areas, this research aims to address critical knowledge gaps about biodiversity distribution, while highlighting the need to conserve this fragile and unique hotspot. Herein, we assessed whether and how environmental predictors explain taxonomic and functional alpha and beta diversities of frogs in a Brazilian tropical forest. Elevation significantly and negatively affected TD and FD, with a monotonic linear decrease of both variables with increasing altitude. We did not detect a significant influence of habitat amount (as measured by proportion of forest vegetation cover) on either TD or FD, probably because we observed minimal variation in habitat amount along the elevational gradient. We found a significant influence of elevation on taxonomic and functional dissimilarity values, predominantly explained by the turnover rather than the nestedness component. Our results highlight the importance of functional traits for understanding frog distribution patterns along environmental gradients. Community‐level studies on tropical frogs, especially montane species vulnerable to environmental and climatic impacts, remain limited, posing challenges for conservation and management efforts. The high turnover of species composition and functional roles emphasizes the importance of conserving the entire mountain habitat, including the upper elevations.
Benthic Observation Survey System (BOSS) for surveys of marine benthic habitats
Authors: Langlois Tim , Spencer Claude , Gibbons Brooke A. , Griffin Kingsley J. , Adams Kye , Aston Charlotte , Barrett Neville , Bastiaansen Ashlee , Beach Donna , Bernard Ant , Bond Todd , Carey Genevieve R. , Caselle Jennifer E. , Cieri Katie , Cummins Gabrielle H. , Cure Katherine , de Lestang Simon , Fitzhardinge John , Giraldo‐Ospina Anita , Grammer Gretchen , Guilfoyle David R. , Henderson Christopher , Hickey Sharyn , Hicks Jamie , Hovey Renae , Huveneers Charlie , Ierodiaconou Daniel , Keesing John , Knott Nathan , Lavers Jennifer L. , Lindfield Steve , Lindholm James , Mastrantonis Stanley , Matthews Kinsey , Navarro Matthew L. , Partridge Julian , Pelletier Dominique , Piggott Camilla V. H. , Przeslawski Rachel , Radford Ben , Rees Matthew , Reynolds Ron (Doc) , Rolim Fernanda A. , Smith Adam , Spencer Felix , Starr Rick , Thompson Samuel , Webb Iszaac , Webb Wayne , Whitmarsh Sasha , Williams Joel , Monk Jacquomo 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Most platforms for collecting images to characterise marine benthic habitats involve a downward or forward‐facing field of view that is relatively constrained (~70°), covering a relatively small area of benthos (downward ~1 m2, forward ~25 m2).

Here we propose the use of a four‐camera platform having a wide combined field of view (~280°), covering a much greater area (up to 100 m2). We also present a stereo‐camera configuration that has the added benefit of being able to accurately measure sample area and dimensions of benthic biota. The design proposed is robust and self‐righting, facilitating rapid deployment and retrieval from a range of vessels, depths and environments.

We present an exemplar workflow to generate a habitat map (~100 km2) within a no‐take National Park Zone within the South‐west Corner Marine Park, Australia and demonstrate the benefit of increasing the field of view to estimate habitat heterogeneity.

The relatively broad sample unit of this wide‐field drop camera is well suited to estimating coverage (e.g. of a seagrass bed) and habitat mapping. It is time‐efficient in the field, enabling spatially balanced sampling designs to acquire ground‐truthing data for medium‐ to large‐scale habitat mapping projects. This platform is a practical tool to monitor change in marine environments and assess the environmental impact (e.g. sea bed alteration) of activities such as offshore energy or fishing gears.
Initiation and Discontinuation of Psychotropic Drugs Relative to Suicidal Behavior: A Danish Registry‐Based Study
Authors: Reilev Mette , Andersen Jacob Harbo , Højlund Mikkel , Stenager Elsebeth , Rasmussen Lotte , Christiansen Erik 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACTIntroductionChanges in psychotropic drug use relative to suicidal behavior could potentially inform the timing of preventive efforts. We aimed to describe the initiation and discontinuation of psychotropic drugs relative to suicide and suicide attempts.MethodsThe Danish registries were used to describe incidents and prevalent use of psychotropic drugs 2 years before and after a suicide attempt and before suicide. Discontinuation of psychotropic drugs in the 6‐month period prior to suicide and suicide attempts was estimated. Analyses were stratified by drug groups, sex, and age.ResultsAmong 5.8 million Danish citizens(2021), 6374 died by suicide, and 29,332 had a first‐ever suicide attempt from 2010 to 2021. Use of psychotropic drugs increased markedly in the 6 months prior to suicide and suicide attempt, e.g., up to 18 incident drug redemptions and 92 prevalent drug redemptions per 100 persons in the month before suicide. The highest rates of both incident and prevalent drug redemptions were observed immediately after the suicide attempt. Psychotropic drug use was generally lower among men. Immediately after the suicide attempt, however, men exhibited a slightly higher level of incident use than women. Ten percent discontinued psychotropic drugs completely in the 6‐month period before suicide, while 48% discontinued drugs used in alcohol abuse.ConclusionWe found a marked increase in psychotropic drug use before suicide and before and after attempted suicide. Complete pre‐attempt discontinuation of psychotropic drugs was low, though approximately half discontinued drugs used for alcohol abuse. The process of prescribing psychotropic drugs may represent an opportunity for prevention.
Effects of artificial intelligence and virtual reality interventions in art therapy among older people with mild cognitive impairment
Authors: Cao Ying , Yin Hanfang , Hua Xinxin , Bi Shibo , Zhou Di 
Published: February 2025

AbstractObjectivesIntegrating artificial intelligence and virtual reality into an art health program, this study aimed to compare the effects of artificial intelligence (AI) intervention in art therapy, virtual reality (VR) intervention in art therapy and traditional art therapy on cognitive function and mental health in older people with mild cognitive impairment.MethodsIn a randomised controlled trial, this study recruited 60 older people with mild cognitive impairment, evenly assigned to the AI group, the VR group and the control group. The participants completed surveys, before and after art therapy interventions, which assessed changes in cognitive function, depressive symptoms and program attitudes.ResultsFollowing the intervention, the AI group and the VR group exhibited higher scores in cognitive function and mental health compared to the control group. The AI group demonstrated significant improvements in mental health, particularly in areas of boredom (p < .001, η2 = .093), activity reduction (p = .001, η2 = .082), life value (p = .003, η2 = .092), and happiness (p = .001, η2 = .093). While the VR group showed significant enhancements in cognitive abilities, particularly in attention (p = .006, η2 = .130), expression (p = .002, η2 = .139), orientation (p = .01) and memory (p = .02).ConclusionsIn art health programs, leveraging the painting and language technologies of AI, along with the painting and simulation technologies of VR, can effectively enhance cognitive function and mental health in older people with mild cognitive impairment.
Paediatric Hypotrichosis: A Clinical and Algorithmic Approach to Diagnosis
Authors: So Neda , Yip Leona , Orchard David 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACTPaediatric hypotrichosis is the clinical feature of paucity of hair arising congenitally or in early life with the presentation being that of the child whose hair is growing insufficiently. It is a hallmark finding of a diverse group of genodermatoses and sporadic disorders, presenting as either an isolated symptom or in association with syndromic features. Hypotrichoses are rare, with numerous possible differentials requiring a thorough clinical assessment, additional investigations for hair shaft abnormalities and occasionally genetic counselling to reach a diagnosis. We propose a clinical algorithm for the investigation and diagnosis of paediatric hypotrichosis, designed to aid the clinician by utilising key clinical findings in conjunction with the forced hair pull test and trichoscopy to differentiate groups of hair shaft and hair loss disorders. We also discuss in further detail the pathogenesis, phenotypical features and microscopy findings of various types of hypotrichosis.
Decennial Ward‐Level Influence of Demographic, Farming, and Economic Predictors on All‐Cause Mortality
Authors: Trearty Kelly , Bunting Brendan , Mallett John 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACTObjectiveThis study has arisen in response to a lack of studies examining how farming affects mortality patterns across areas of Northern Ireland (NI) over a 10‐year period. This paper aims to investigate whether agriculturally intensive electoral Wards have higher mortality rates compared to non‐agriculturally based Wards, controlling for relevant factors.MethodsThe population census and farm census information was downloaded from the Northern Ireland Neighbourhood Service (NINIS) website to construct two original mortality‐based datasets. Linear regression was used for the analysis.DesignDecennial Ward‐Level Influence of Demographic, Farming, and Economic Predictors on All‐Cause Mortality.SettingFive hundred and eighty‐two Ward areas of Northern Ireland.Main Outcome MeasureMortality risk within Ward areas.ResultsFindings showed larger amounts of natural log of the population, 65 to 100+ year‐olds, limiting long‐term illnesses, Farming Intensity Scores, residents living alone and full‐time workers within Wards were predictive of mortality risk within those Wards.ConclusionsThis study is the first of its kind in NI to provide evidence for Farming Intensity Scores explaining the variation of mortality rates between areas, in addition to many of the usual predictors.
Telehealth after lockdown: evaluating a regional urological telehealth service before and after the pandemic
Authors: Neerhut Thomas , McLeod Kathryn , Willder Stuart , Harrison Benjamin , Mills Alexander , Grills Richard 
Published: February 2025

AbstractBackgroundThe COVID‐19 pandemic facilitated the rapid uptake of telehealth Australia wide. To date, no studies have analysed patient perceptions of a regional urological telehealth service before and after the pandemic. With over 10 years of experience delivering telehealth to Southwest Victoria, we aim to highlight the benefits, limitations and progress of a regional urological telehealth service.MethodsRegional patients living within Western Victoria who participated in our 2017 survey and continued their urological telehealth consultations throughout 2021–2023 were invited to participate in our 2023 survey. Questions were both short answer and multiple choice. Seventy‐eight patients met inclusion criteria, and 42 responses were returned. Data analysis utilized a mixed methods approach.ResultsOverall patient perceptions were favourable in 2017 and improved throughout the Pandemic. The greatest improvements were seen within the performance areas: overall satisfaction, technological aspects, comprehension and financial benefits. Following the pandemic, the distance patients were prepared to travel for face‐to‐face reviews decreased and preferences for telehealth compared to face‐to‐face consultations increased by almost 20%. However thematic analysis revealed loss of personalized care, technological faults, fixed beliefs and unsuitable appointments as limitations of this model of care.ConclusionPatients' perspectives of a regional urological telehealth service were overwhelmingly positive highlighting the vital place of urological telehealth in the delivery of equitable urological healthcare to a regional population. Overall, post COVID‐19 there were improved patient perceptions of a telehealth service and its role in providing regional patients with the provision of timely, supportive and high‐quality urological care.
Needs assessment of surgical skills of interns: a qualitative study in metropolitan Melbourne, Australia
Authors: Wei Matthew Y. , Tang Howard H. Y. , Nestel Debra , Rumler Greg , Hall Kat , Martin Kate , Muralidharan Vijayaragavan , Hii Michael , Reid Fiona , Kumta Shektar , Mori Krinal , Yeung Justin M. C. 
Published: February 2025

AbstractIntroductionUpon graduation, newly qualified doctors are expected to manage complex and unwell patients, and adapt their prior learning to navigate an often‐nuanced healthcare workplace environment. Surgical rotations can bring a unique set of learning curves and challenges to this already demanding transitional period. The aim of this study was to identify the training needs of medical students and early‐career doctors in surgical skills, incorporating viewpoints from all stakeholder groups to provide a holistic insight into the provision of surgical education currently, and how it can be optimized to improve work preparedness.MethodsFinal‐year medical students, interns and clinical educators from five clinical schools affiliated with the University of Melbourne were recruited for semi‐structured interviews. Following transcription, multi‐phased thematic analysis was performed to identify key themes.ResultsThirty‐seven participants were interviewed (18 students, 8 interns and 11 clinical educators). Outside of commonly utilized procedural skills, different emphases were placed on non‐technical skills by students and interns, compared to clinical educators. Increased hands‐on learning and structured teaching were thought to be key to increasing confidence and work preparedness.ConclusionThis qualitative study interviewed key stakeholders to identify important skills in order to help newly qualified interns to thrive in a surgical rotation. These skills in particular included more supervised hands‐on practical teaching. Future studies involving graduates from other medical schools may provide a better understanding of surgical education in the wider Australian context.
Modified penetrating deep sclerectomy versus conventional trabeculectomy for the treatment of glaucoma: A 12‐month randomized prospective study
Authors: Xu Zhike , Wang Lixiang , Wei Xin 
Published: February 2025

AbstractPurposeTo compare the surgical outcomes and adverse events of modified penetrating deep sclerectomy with conventional trabeculectomy.MethodsA prospective randomized clinical study that successively recruited patients with moderate and advanced primary open‐angle glaucoma (POAG) and primary angle closure glaucoma (PACG) in West China Hospital. The modified penetrating deep sclerectomy creates a small triangular intrascleral lake, which aims to reduce the risk of flap adhesion in conventional trabeculectomy and sudden hypotony associated with the dissection of a larger rectangular deep scleral flap. The primary effectiveness endpoint was the IOP by non‐contact tonometer with or without medication use at each follow‐up visit. The primary safety endpoint was the incidence of all complications during the study.ResultsA total of 19 patients (21 eyes) were randomized to modified deep sclerectomy and 21 patients (21 eyes) to conventional trabeculectomy. Age, sex ratio, pre‐operative intraocular pressure (IOP) and the number of IOP‐lowering medications used were comparable between the two groups. At the end of the follow‐up period (12 months), IOPs were (15.52 ± 3.28) mmHg and (19.66 ± 4.01) mmHg in the modified deep sclerectomy and conventional trabeculectomy groups, respectively (p = 0.006). Deterioration of the visual field appeared in four eyes (19.0%) and seven eyes (33.3%) in the two groups (p = 0.33). At 12 months, the average areas of the aqueous outflow pathway were (0.67 ± 0.30) and (0.43 ± 0.26) mm2, demonstrating a significant difference (p = 0.016). Using 18 and 15 mmHg as the IOP criteria for surgical success, the modified penetrating deep sclerectomy group showed a higher overall success rate than the conventional trabeculectomy group at 12 months (18 mmHg: 80.95% vs 52.38%, Log Rank p = 0.033; 15 mmHg: 52.38% vs 4.75%, Log Rank p = 0.001). Complication rates were similar between the two groups (23.8% vs 33.3%, p = 0.55), and no sight‐threatening complications were reported.ConclusionsModified deep sclerectomy shows superior efficacy in IOP control and maintenance of the outflow pathway opening, with comparable rates of adverse events, resulting in a higher overall success rate.
Medical treatment of sand enteropathy with psyllium, magnesium sulphate and paraffin oil in 54 Western Australian equids
Authors: Entwisle IG , McConnell EJ 
Published: February 2025

BackgroundSand enteropathy describes the clinical signs attributed to accumulation of sand in the gastrointestinal tract. Psyllium combined with magnesium sulphate has been recommended for clearing intestinal sand, but this has only been evaluated in one population. The combination of these two agents with paraffin oil has not been investigated.ObjectivesTo investigate the effectiveness of paraffin oil, psyllium and magnesium sulphate combined in clearing intestinal sand in horses diagnosed with sand enteropathy.Study DesignRetrospective case series.MethodsMedical records of horses presenting for sand enteropathy that underwent treatment with psyllium, paraffin oil and magnesium sulphate were reviewed. Area of sand was calculated from abdominal radiographs. Treatment was deemed a success if more than 75% of the sand area was cleared.ResultsThere were 52 horses and 2 donkeys included in the study. Daily treatment with psyllium at 1 g/kg, 6–8 mL/kg of paraffin oil, and magnesium sulphate at 1 g/kg by nasogastric intubation, was successful in clearing intestinal sand accumulation in 81% of equids over a median of 4 days (interquartile range 3–5 days). Success rate was lower in Miniatures Ponies (44%). Complications were common (30%) but were generally mild or self‐limiting.Main LimitationsRetrospective nature of study design. Limited to cases that consented to sand clearance treatment.ConclusionsThe combination of psyllium, magnesium sulphate and paraffin oil was effective at clearing intestinal sand in most cases. Miniature Ponies had a poorer response to treatment compared with other breeds and may be at increased risk of treatment failure.