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Prioritizing the antecedents of employer branding using fuzzy AHP: an extent analysis approach
Authors: Chopra Avinash , Patel Gokulananda , Sahoo Chandan Kumar 
Published: December 2023

Purpose
One of the most decisive objectives of human resource management (HRM), essential for business performance, is to attract, maintain and engage a qualified workforce. This study aims to identify and prioritize the antecedents of employer branding, which are considered extremely important by potential applicants when they choose to join a particular employer.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors have adopted a popular multicriteria decision-making technique fuzzy analytical hierarchy process, to prioritize the identified antecedents. The modified Delphi techniques with the 22 experts have been conducted to validate the identified antecedents. Structured questionnaires were discussed, and their reliability was assessed using the expert’s opinion.

Findings
Results of this study indicate that potential applicants consider career advancement opportunities as the most important enabler that persuades them to join a particular employer. Future employees are also motivated to join if they are offered attractive compensation packages, which are distinct from competitors. Furthermore, corporate social responsibility is evolving as an antecedent of employer branding as potential candidates are attracted to employers who are socially responsible.

Practical implications
Employer branding can serve as a strategic HRM technique for any business seeking to attract, recruit, retain and involve outstanding employees, as the success of the organization is determined by how its image is built, communicated and promoted. This study provides insights for HR managers and practitioners who can think of developing an effective employer brand communication that offers a distinct and in-imitable image and reputation as an employer of choice.

Originality/value
This study is unique, as it offers meaningful visions to HR practitioners and experts for designing employer branding strategies for attracting potential applicants to join their organizations.
Sister acts: Nuns in Rumer Godden's Black Narcissus and at the Loreto Convents in India
Authors: Chandra Yashaswini , Verini Alexandra 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThis article draws into comparative conversation Rumer Godden's 1939 novel about nuns in the Himalayas, Black Narcissus, and the records of real‐world nuns from the Loreto order in India. Through this comparison, we shed light on the under‐studied field of nuns in India and on the intersection of gender and colonialism during the later period of colonial rule. Reading fiction against historical archives, we find that a novel that has been lauded for its anti‐imperialist stance in fact retains elements of orientalism that dovetail with a misogynistic outlook. Meanwhile, an order that exhibited racist and colonialist tendencies also, despite and because of these, engineered a project with significant feminist purpose. This juxtaposition of Godden's novel and Loreto's internal archives reveals the ways in which white feminist goals can be at odds with anti‐colonialist ones, but it also shows how the standard portrayal of nuns – represented by Godden's novel – as regressive and lacking agency does not hold up in the face of the historical record.
Core temperature following pre‐hospital induction of anaesthesia in trauma patients
Authors: Fischer Roy , Lambert Paul F 
Published: December 2023

AbstractIntroductionHypothermia is a well‐recognised finding in trauma patients, which can occur even in warmer climates. It is an independent predictor of increased morbidity and mortality. It is associated with pre‐hospital intubation, although the reasons for this are likely to be multifactorial. Core temperature drop after induction of anaesthesia is a well‐known phenomenon in the context of elective surgery, and the mechanisms of this are well established.MethodsWe conducted a prospective observational study to examine the behaviour of core temperature in patients undergoing pre‐hospital anaesthesia for traumatic injuries.ResultsBetween 2017 and 2021 data were collected on 48 patients. The data from 40 of these were included in the final analysis.DiscussionOur data do not show a decrease in the core temperatures of patients who receive pre‐hospital anaesthesia, unlike patients who are anaesthetised without pre‐warming, in operating theatres. The lack of a change could relate to patient, anaesthetic or environmental factors.
Comparison between conventional approach and three‐dimensional mapping system in the catheter ablation of accessory pathway associated with coronary sinus diverticulum: A single‐center experience
Authors: Zhang Shuang , Wu Zhihong , Chen Mingxian , Li Xuping , Liu Qiming , Zhou Shenghua 
Published: December 2023

AbstractBackgroundPosteroseptal accessory pathways (APs) associated with coronary sinus (CS) diverticulum present a rare and challenge for ablation. This study aimed to compare the safety and efficacy of conventional approach and three‐dimensional (3D) mapping system in the catheter ablation.Methods and ResultsThis was a retrospective study of all patients (from January 2013 to July 2022) who underwent catheter ablation of posteroseptal AP associated with CS diverticula in our center. Patients who underwent catheter ablation using the traditional fluoroscopy method were included in the conventional method group (n = 13). Patients who underwent catheter ablation using the 3D mapping method were included in the 3D mapping group (n = 11). Clinical characteristics, ablation procedure, and outcomes were recorded and analyzed between the two groups. Out of 669 patients with posteroseptal APs, 24 of them (3.6%) were associated with CS diverticula. All patients in both groups successfully completed the electrophysiological study. In the conventional method group, two patients experienced complications (one patient with pericardial effusion and the other patient with femoral arterial hematoma), and two patients had recurrence. However, no patients suffered from complications or recurrence during follow‐up. The procedure time and fluoroscopy time in the conventional method group were significantly longer than those in the 3D mapping method group.ConclusionsThe utilization of 3D mapping led to reduced fluoroscopy time, shorter procedure duration, enhanced acute success rates, and decreased incidence of complications.
Working alliance in treating staff and patients with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorder living in Residential Facilities
Authors: Fusar‐Poli Laura , Panariello Fabio , Berry Katherine , Rocchetti Matteo , Casiraghi Letizia , Malvezzi Matteo , Starace Fabrizio , Zamparini Manuel , Zarbo Cristina , de Girolamo Giovanni ,   DiAPAson Consortium
Published: December 2023

AbstractObjectivesWorking Alliance (WA) is important in the care of patients with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders (SSD). This study aims to determine which sociodemographic and clinical factors are associated with WA, as assessed by patients and staff members in Residential Facilities (RFs), and may predict WA dyads' discrepancies.MethodsThree hundred and three SSD patients and 165 healthcare workers were recruited from 98 RFs and characterized for sociodemographic features. WA was rated by the Working Alliance Inventory (WAI) for patients (WAI‐P) and staff members (WAI‐T). SSD patients were assessed for the severity of psychopathology and psychosocial functioning.ResultsPearson's correlation revealed a positive correlation (ρ = .314; p < .001) between WAI‐P and WAI‐T ratings. Linear regression showed that patients with higher education reported lower WAI‐P ratings (β = −.50, p = .044), while not being engaged in work or study was associated with lower WAI‐T scores (β = −4.17, p = .015). A shorter lifetime hospitalization was associated with higher WAI‐P ratings (β = 5.90, p = .008), while higher psychopathology severity negatively predicted WAI‐T (β = −.10, p = .002) and WAI‐P ratings (β = −.19, p < .001). Better functioning level positively foresaw WAI‐T (β = .14, p < .001) and WAI‐P ratings (β = .12, p < .001). Regarding discrepancies, staff members' age was associated with higher dyads discrepancy in Total scale and Agreement subscale scores, which were also associated with more severe negative symptoms, while patients' age was negatively correlated to Relationship subscale discrepancy.ConclusionsThis study provides insight into the factors that influence WA in SSD patients and health workers in RFs. The findings address interventions to improve WA and ultimately patient outcomes.
Visualizing the global trends of peptides in wound healing through an in‐depth bibliometric analysis
Authors: He Xinyan , Wu Wen , Hu Yuchen , Wu Meiling , Li Hong , Ding Ling , Huang Shiqin , Fan Ying 
Published: December 2023

AbstractWound healing is a complicated and multistage biological process for the repair of damaged/injured tissues, which requires intelligent designs to provide comprehensive and convenient treatment. Peptide‐based wound dressings have received extensive attention for further development and application due to their excellent biocompatibility and multifunctionality. However, the current lack of intuitive analysis of the development trend and research hotspots of peptides applied in wound healing, as well as detailed elaboration of possible research hotspots, restricted obtaining a comprehensive understanding and development in this field. The present study analysed publications from the Web of Science (WOS) Core Collection database and visualized the hotspots and current trends of peptide research in wound healing. Data between January 1st, 2003, and December 31st, 2022, were collected and subjected to a bibliometric analysis. The countries, institutions, co‐authorship, co‐citation reference, and co‐occurrence of keywords in this subject were examined using VOSviewer and CiteSpace. We provided an intuitive, timely, and logical overview of the development prospects and challenges of peptide application in wound healing and some solutions to the major obstacles, which will help researchers gain insights into the investigation of this promising field.
The effect of home ownership on the independence and participation of Kurdish women in society. A quantitative study of Sanandaj in Iran
Authors: Karami Sonya , Hamelink Wendelmoet 
Published: December 2023

AbstractHousing is a great family asset, especially in developing countries. Since economic resources bring social and political power, home ownership can be very influential in enhancing people's socio‐political power. The benefits of home ownership become even more notable among groups of people who were deprived of such power. In Sanandaj, home ownership shows a much lower rate among women than among men, and it is therefore interesting to know whether an increase would empower women and in what ways.Methodologically, this study used the Sanandaj Document Registration Office as well as a survey (a questionnaire filled out by 300 female homeowners in Sanandaj) to collect the data. The analysis of the data is based on the Kendall correlation test and Path analysis test. The research results show that there is a very high correlation between home ownership (as an independent variable) and economic independence, decision‐making independence and participation of women in urban communities (as dependent variables). The article concludes that home ownership can significantly improve the independence and participation of Kurdish women in Sanandaj, and makes a number of policy recommendations to reach this goal.
Gender differences on the age‐related distal‐to‐proximal shift in joint kinetics during running
Authors: Kearns Zoey C. , DeVita Paul , Paquette Max R. 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThe increased running participation in women and men over 40 years has contributed to scientific interest on the age‐related and gender differences in running performance and biomechanics over the last decade. Gender differences in running biomechanics have been studied extensively in young runners, with inconsistent results. Understanding how gender influences the age‐related differences in running mechanics could help develop population‐specific training interventions or footwear to address any potential different mechanical demands. The purpose of this study was to assess gender and age effects on lower limb joint mechanics while running. Middle‐aged men (57 ± 5 years) and women (57 ± 8 years) and young men (28 ± 6 years) and women (30 ± 6 years) completed five overground running trials at a set speed of 2.7 m/s while lower limb kinematics and ground reaction forces were collected. Lower limb joint kinetics were computed, normalized to body mass and compared between age and gender groups using two‐factor analyses of variance. Women reported slower average running paces than men and middle‐aged runners reported slower running paces than young runners. We confirmed that young runners run with more ankle, but less hip positive work and peak positive power compared to middle‐aged runners (i.e., age‐related distal‐to‐proximal shift in joint kinetics). We also present a novel finding that women run with more ankle, but less hip peak positive power compared to men suggesting an ankle dominant strategy in women at a preferred and comfortable running pace. However, the age‐related distal‐to‐proximal shift in joint kinetics was not different between genders.
Design and Analysis of a Free-Piston Stirling Engine for Microreactor Applications
Authors: Doan Phat , Chen Minghui 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
With the development of microreactors, a free-piston Stirling engine (FPSE) is an excellent candidate to support the development of microreactors. Based on the advantages of microreactors such as the compact design, long-lasting, highly-efficient, and remote-control operation, an FPSE can provide almost the same requirements. In this paper, a 20 kWel FPSE is proposed to support the development of microreactors. The calculation method was done through matlab to analyze the design with all the significant losses in the engine. Through various designs and operating conditions for the engine, the proposed design has 21.7% efficiency with a total output power of 20.7 kWel. With the testing through different parameters in the engine, the current design is well optimized to balance all the constraints which offers a highly-efficient, compact design, and reliability. However, there is room for improvement during the design process, such as using the heat flux instead of a heat exchanger, robust foil for the regenerator, and simulation through 3D modeling to maximize the potential of the design. This study provides theoretical support for the design and analysis of the FPSE for microreactor applications.
Development of respiratory care guidelines for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in the UK: key recommendations for clinical practice
Authors: Childs Anne-Marie , Turner Catherine , Astin Ronan , Bianchi Stephen , Bourke John , Cunningham Vicki , Edel Lisa , Edwards Christopher , Farrant Phillippa , Heraghty Jane , James Meredith , Massey Charlotte , Messer Ben , Michel Sodhi Jassi , Murphy Patrick Brian , Schiava Marianela , Thomas Ajit , Trucco Federica , Guglieri Michela 
Published: December 2023

Significant inconsistencies in respiratory care provision for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) are reported across different specialist neuromuscular centres in the UK. The absence of robust clinical evidence and expert consensus is a barrier to the implementation of care recommendations in public healthcare systems as is the need to increase awareness of key aspects of care for those living with DMD. Here, we provide evidenced-based and/or consensus-based best practice for the respiratory care of children and adults living with DMD in the UK, both as part of routine care and in an emergency.MethodologyInitiated by an expert working group of UK-based respiratory physicians (including British Thoracic Society (BTS) representatives), neuromuscular clinicians, physiotherapist and patient representatives, draft guidelines were created based on published evidence, current practice and expert opinion. After wider consultation with UK respiratory teams and neuromuscular services, consensus was achieved on these best practice recommendations for respiratory care in DMD.ResultThe resulting recommendations are presented in the form of a flow chart for assessment and monitoring, with additional guidance and a separate chart setting out key considerations for emergency management. The recommendations have been endorsed by the BTS.ConclusionsThese guidelines provide practical, reasoned recommendations for all those managing day-to-day and acute respiratory care in children and adults with DMD. The hope is that this will support patients and healthcare professionals in accessing high standards of care across the UK.
Using Neural and Graph Neural Recommender Systems to Overcome Choice Overload: Evidence From a Music Education Platform
Authors: Razgallah Hédi , Vlachos Michalis , Ajalloeian Ahmad , Liu Ninghao , Schneider Johannes , Steinmann Alexis 
Published: December 2023

The application of recommendation technologies has been crucial in the promotion of physical and digital content across numerous global platforms such as Amazon, Apple, and Netflix. Our study aims to investigate the advantages of employing recommendation technologies on educational platforms, with a particular focus on an educational platform for learning and practicing music.
Our research is based on data from Tomplay, a music platform that offers sheet music with professional audio recordings, enabling users to discover and practice music content at varying levels of difficulty. Through our analysis, we emphasize the distinct interaction patterns on educational platforms like Tomplay, which we compare with other commonly used recommendation datasets. We find that interactions are comparatively sparse on educational platforms, with users often focusing on specific content as they learn, rather than interacting with a broader range of material. Therefore, our primary goal is to address the issue of data sparsity. We achieve this through entity resolution principles and propose a neural network (NN)-based recommendation model. Further, we improve this model by utilizing graph neural networks (GNNs), which provide superior predictive accuracy compared to NNs. Notably, our study demonstrates that GNNs are highly effective even for users with little or no historical preferences (cold-start problem).
Our cold-start experiments also provide valuable insights into an independent issue, namely, the number of historical interactions needed by a recommendation model to gain a comprehensive understanding of a user. Our findings demonstrate that a platform acquires a solid knowledge of a user’s general preferences and characteristics with 50 past interactions. Overall, our study makes significant contributions to information systems research on business analytics and prescriptive analytics. Moreover, our framework and evaluation results offer implications for various stakeholders, including online educational institutions, education policymakers, and learning platform users.
Common Carotid Artery Stenosis Degree as a Predictor of Cardiovascular Disease in a General Population: The Suita Study
Authors: Teramoto Masayuki , Kokubo Yoshihiro , Arafa Ahmed , Kashima Rena , Nakao Yoko M. , Sheerah Haytham A. , Kataoka Hiroharu 
Published: December 2023

Background
The utility of screening for the degree of common carotid artery (CCA) stenosis as a predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in a general population remains unclear.

Methods and Results

We studied 4775 Japanese men and women whose CCA was measured using bilateral carotid ultrasonography at baseline (April 1994–August 2001). We calculated the degree of stenosis as a percentage of the stenotic area of the lumen in the cross‐section perpendicular to the long axis. The Cox proportional hazards model was used to calculate multivariable‐adjusted hazard ratios (HRs) with 95% CIs for incident CVD and its subtypes according to the degree of CCA stenosis. During the median 14.2 years of follow‐up, 385 incident CVD events (159 coronary heart disease and 226 stroke) were documented. The degree of CCA stenosis was associated with increased risks of incident CVD, coronary heart disease, and stroke, with multivariable‐adjusted HRs (95% CIs) for <25%, 25%–49%, and ≥50% stenosis with plaque compared with no CCA plaque of 1.37 (1.07–1.76), 1.72 (1.23–2.40), and 2.49 (1.69–3.67), respectively. Adding the CCA stenosis degree to traditional CVD risk factors increased Harrell's C statistics (0.772 [95% CI, 0.751–0.794] to 0.778 [95% CI, 0.758–0.799];
P
=0.04) and improved the 10‐year risk prediction ability (integrated discrimination improvement, 0.0129 [95% CI, 0.0078–0.0179];
P
<0.001; continuous net reclassification improvement, 0.1598 [95% CI, 0.0297–0.2881];
P
=0.01).

Conclusions
The degree of CCA stenosis may be used as a predictive marker for the development of CVD in the general population.
Nematode population dynamics and plant steaming effects on strawberry cultivars under organic field conditions in Florida
Authors: Oliveira Clemen J. , Peres Natalia A. , Desaeger Johan 
Published: December 2023

Summary
Demand for Florida organic strawberries has significantly increased in recent years, yet this industry is threatened by pests and pathogens that often come with transplants from out-of-state nurseries. Plant steaming has been explored as an alternative to reduce those threats in transplants. This study evaluated the yield performance of seven strawberry cultivars and their impact on nematode densities and plant vigour after steaming was applied to transplants imported from California during two growing seasons (2020-2021 and 2021-2022). The cultivars used were ‘Sensation® Florida127’, ‘Florida Brilliance’, ‘Florida Radiance’, ‘Winterstar™ FL 05-107’, ‘Florida Elyana’, ‘Strawberry Festival’ and ‘Florida Beauty’. Plant steaming reduced plant vigour only 4 weeks after transplanting. Nevertheless, no negative effect was observed in total fruit yield. Differences among cultivars were observed for plant vigour, total fruit yield and abundance of root-knot nematodes. The plant vigour of each cultivar depended on the time of the year, which varied significantly throughout the season. Cultivars ‘Sensation® Florida127’ and ‘Florida Radiance’ attained the highest total yield in both seasons. There was an effect of the cropping system in the nematode community, which increased the bacterivores but drastically reduced omnivores and ring nematodes over time. No effect of cultivar was observed in plant-parasitic nematode populations. The cultivar ‘Winterstar™ FL 05-107’ was an exception since Meloidogyne javanica population densities were significantly higher in ‘Winterstar™ FL 05-107’s experimental plots. Overall, transplant steaming shows the potential to be a component of an integrated pest and disease management programme for the success of sustainable and profitable yields