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Toward AI-Guided Smoking Cessation: Individualized Nicotine Addiction Modeling Using Gaussian Processes
Authors: Chari Anirudh 
Published: October 2023

AbstractCigarette smoking remains the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States, accounting for nearly half a million deaths annually. Given the recent rise of artificial intelligence in healthcare applications, computational assessment of smoking behaviors is a promising direction. In this study, we aim to recognize and classify addiction patterns in individual smokers’ daily usage based on time series data. To this end, we leverage Gaussian process modeling to iteratively learn a function that defines a smoker’s behavior as usage data is accumulated. Namely, we aim to learn weekly periodic trends in usage, and then utilize the model to predict future trends. We demonstrate that the outputted predictions resemble the actual data well, and that these informed forecasts significantly outperform those of a naive prediction model with respect to accuracy. Finally, we propose strategies for utilizing these predictions for goal-setting as part of a computer-supervised gradual cessation program.
A new method of Non-Ultrasound Monitoring of Ovarian Stimulation (NUMOS): Mission Possible! - a pilot study
Authors: Vladimirov Iavor K. , Tacheva Desislava , Gatev Evan , Rangelova Magdalena , Vladimirov Martin 
Published: October 2023

AbstractPurposeThis study aims to establish the viability of monitoring an appropriate and safe ovarian stimulation without the use of ultrasound and serum hormone testing.MethodAs a primary marker for monitoring of the ovarian response, we used urinary estrone-3-glucuronide (E1-3G) growth rate, which was self-measured by patients daily at home, with a portable analyzer, during the stimulation. For an adequate ovarian response, an average daily rate of increase of E1-3G was estimated to be within 25 - 77%. Ovulation trigger day was determined based on the length of the menstrual cycle.The study included 24 women. Inclusion criteria were age < 41 years and AMH >1 ng/mL. A progestin-primed ovarian stimulation protocol (PPOS) with fixed doses of gonadotropins was used.ResultsThe average female age was 32,9 years (±4.4), BMI 22,7 kg/m2 (±4,3), AMH 3,7 ng/ml (±2,6), stimulation days 10,6 (±1,1), collected oocytes 12,5 (±8,5), MII oocytes 10,6 (±7,8), fertilization rate 83,6% (±22,5), blastocyst 66,4% (±28,6), good quality blastocysts 31,6% (±16,9).Absence of oocyte aspiration was found in one of the cases. There were no cases of OHSS and ovarian stimulation cancellation.ConclusionThis is the first pilot study to successfully apply a new markers for ovarian stimulation monitoring.
Pathways linking pulse pressure to dementia in adults with Down syndrome
Authors: Rizvi Batool , Lao Patrick J. , Sathishkumar Mithra , Taylor Lisa , Queder Nazek , McMillan Liv , Edwards Natalie , Keator David B. , Doran Eric , Hom Christy , Nguyen Dana , Rosas H. Diana , Lai Florence , Schupf Nicole , Gutierrez Jose , Silverman Wayne , Lott Ira T. , Mapstone Mark , Wilcock Donna M. , Head Elizabeth , Yassa Michael A. , Brickman Adam M. 
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACTIndividuals with Down syndrome (DS) are less likely to have hypertension than neurotypical adults. However, whether blood pressure measures are associated with brain health and clinical outcomes in this population has not been studied in detail. Here, we assessed whether pulse pressure is associated with markers of cerebrovascular disease, entorhinal cortical atrophy, and diagnosis of dementia in adults with DS. Participants with DS from the Biomarkers of Alzheimer’s Disease in Adults with Down Syndrome study (ADDS; n=195, age=50.6±7.2 years, 44% women, 18% diagnosed with dementia) were included. Higher pulse pressure was associated with greater global, parietal, and occipital WMH volume. Pulse pressure was not related to enlarged PVS, microbleeds, infarcts, entorhinal cortical thickness, or dementia diagnosis. However, in a serial mediation model, we found that pulse pressure was indirectly related to dementia diagnosis through parieto-occipital WMH and, subsequently through entorhinal cortical thickness. Higher pulse pressure may be a risk factor for dementia in people with DS by promoting cerebrovascular disease, which in turn affects neurodegeneration. Pulse pressure is an important determinant of brain health and clinical outcomes in individuals with Down syndrome despite the low likelihood of frank hypertension.
Assessment of resting state structural-functional relationships in perisylvian region during the early weeks after birth
Authors: Namiranian Roxana , Moghaddam Hamid Abrishami , Khadem Ali , Jafari Reza , Chalechale Aimirhossein 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis study investigates the structural-functional (S-F) relationships of perisylvian region in the first weeks after birth during rest. Previous joint S-F studies of the perisylvian development were mainly conducted on individual structural and functional features and outperformed non-joint studies. By using a weighted combination of features, a joint S-F study can advance understanding of the perisylvian development in neonates, thereby offering valuable markers for predicting neurodevelopmental disorders. To this purpose, we used 390 structural and 89 functional features for each region of interest (ROI) in perisylvian. Structural features include morphological and myelination features of cortical regions, and functional features include functional connectivity (FC) between each ROI and other brain regions. Subsequently, the S-F hybrid marker for each ROI is produced using the sparse canonical correlation analysis (SCCA). In addition, the significance and consistency of the contribution of each structural and functional feature in the hybrid marker are examined using statistical tests. The findings indicated the correlation between the FC of each ROI with other brain regions, and the myelination of that ROI or other brain regions, while no correlation was observed between the FC and the morphological features of the cortical regions. Furthermore, in the hybrid markers, auditory regions show greater contributions of FC and myelination compared to higher-order regions such as Broca area, suggesting their early development in infants. Additionally, regions such as insula and cingulate gyrus have not only FC but also jointly S-F relationships with most of the perisylvian sub-regions. Therefore, the hybrid markers outperform individual joint markers by introducing additional S-F relationships for characterizing the normal development of the perisylvian region in neonates.
Experimental studies of airliner aerodynamic characteristics at overcritical angles of attack
Authors: Krzysiak Andrzej , Placek Robert , Olejnik Aleksander , Kiszkowiak Łukasz 
Published: October 2023

Purpose
The main purpose of this study was to determine the basic aerodynamic characteristics of the airliner Tu-154M at the wide range of the overcritical angles of attack and sideslip angles, i.e. α = −900° ÷ 900° and β = −900° ÷ 900°.

Design/methodology/approach
Wind tunnel tests of the Tu-154M aircraft model at the scale 1:20 were performed in a low-speed wind tunnel T-3 by using a six-component internal aerodynamic balance. Several model configurations were also investigated.

Findings
The results of the presented studies showed that at the wide range of the overcritical angles of attack and sideslip angles, i.e. α = −900° ÷ 900° and β = −900° ÷ 900°, the Tu-154M aircraft flap deflection affected the values of the drag and lift coefficients and generally had no major effect on the values of the side force and pitching moment coefficients.

Research limitations/implications
The model vibration which was the result of flow separation at high angles of attack was the wind tunnel test limitation.

Practical implications
Studies of the airliner aerodynamic characteristics at the wide range of the overcritical angles of attack and sideslip angles allow assessment of the aircraft aerodynamic properties during possible unexpected situations when the passenger aircraft is found to have gone beyond the conventional flight envelope.

Social implications
There are no social implications of this study to report.

Originality/value
The presented wind tunnel test results of the airliner aerodynamic characteristics at overcritical angles of attack and sideslip angles is an original contribution to the existing not-too-extensive database available in the literature.
Determinants of financial inclusion among women-owned enterprises: a case study of the informal sector
Authors: Sherwani Faizan Khan , Shaikh Sanaa Zafar , Behal Shilpa , Siddiqui Mohd Shuaib 
Published: October 2023

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to analyse the determinants of financial inclusion among women-owned informal enterprises in India.Design/methodology/approachThe study is based on a primary survey of 321 informal enterprises. The data has been collected through a structured questionnaire. A chi-square test has been used to examine the significant association between the characteristics of informal enterprises and their owners and financial inclusion. A logistic regression model has been developed to analyse the determinants of financial inclusion among women-owned informal enterprises.FindingsA significant and negative association has been found between business duration and entrepreneurs’ experiences with financial inclusion. In addition, the chi-square test shows a significant association between resource capability, use of ICT by enterprises and financial inclusion. Further, logistics regression shows that duration of business, entrepreneurial experience, resource capability in terms of machinery and equipment use, and ICT are significant determinants of financial inclusion among women-owned informal enterprises.Practical implicationsThere are several practical implications for national policymakers and other stakeholders, such as banks and international bodies working on financial inclusion. It is suggested that while designing the policy for financial inclusion among woman-owned informal enterprises, it should ensure that experience and older woman entrepreneurs are included in financial inclusion schemes.Originality/valueThere has been very few research on financial inclusion in woman-owned businesses. However, no research has been conducted on the financial inclusion of women-owned informal businesses. This study fills a gap by investigating the factors that influence financial inclusion in women-owned informal businesses.
Enhancing decision-making of IT demand management with process mining
Authors: Novak Christian , Pfahlsberger Lukas , Bala Saimir , Revoredo Kate , Mendling Jan 
Published: October 2023

PurposeDigitalization, innovation and changing customer requirements drive the continuous improvement of an organization's business processes. IT demand management (ITDM) as a methodology supports the holistic governance of IT and the corresponding business process change (BPC), by allocating resources to meet a company's requirements and strategic objectives. As ITDM decision-makers are not fully aware of how the as-is business processes operate and interact, making informed decisions that positively impact the to-be process is a key challenge.Design/methodology/approachIn this paper, the authors address this challenge by developing a novel approach that integrates process mining and ITDM. To this end, the authors conduct an action research study where the researchers participated in the design, creation and evaluation of the approach. The proposed approach is illustrated using two sample demands of an insurance claims process. These demands are used to construct the artefact in multiple research circles and to validate the approach in practice. The authors applied learning and reflection methods for incrementally adjusting this study’s approach.FindingsThe study shows that the utilization of process mining activities during process changes on an operational level contributes to (1) increasing accuracy and efficiency of ITDM; (2) timely identification of potential risks and dependencies and (3) support of testing and acceptance of IT demands.Originality/valueThe implementation of this study’s approach improved ITDM practice. It appropriately addressed the information needs of decision-makers and unveiled the effects and consequences of process changes. Furthermore, providing a clearer picture of the process dependencies clarified the responsibilities and the interfaces at the intra- and inter-process level.
Event-triggered adaptive prescribed performance control of flexible-joint manipulators with output constraint
Authors: Tuo Yaoyao , Li Junyang , Song Yankui 
Published: October 2023

PurposeThis paper aims to design an event-triggered adaptive prescribed performance controller for flexible manipulators, with the primary objectives of achieving output performance constraints and addressing communication resource limitations.Design/methodology/approachThe authors propose a novel prescribed performance barrier Lyapunov function (PP-BLF) that considers both output and tracking performance constraints. The PP-BLF ensures that the system's output, transient behavior and steady-state performance, adhere to prescribed constraints. The boundary of the PP-BLF is established by an exponential function that decays over time. Notably, the PP-BLF can be applied seamlessly in unconstrained cases without necessitating controller redesign. Moreover, the controller design incorporates an event-triggered mechanism, effectively reducing the frequency of controller updates and optimizing the utilization of communication resources. Additionally, the authors employ adaptive techniques to estimate the system's unknown parameters and approximate unknown nonlinear functions using radial basis function neural networks (RBFNN). To address the challenge of “complexity explosion”, dynamic surface technology is employed.FindingsNumerical simulations are conducted under five different cases to verify the effectiveness of the proposed controller. The results demonstrate that the controller successfully constrains the output tracking error within the prescribed performance boundary. Moreover, compared with the traditional time-triggered mechanism, the event-triggered mechanism significantly reduces the controller's update frequency, resolving the problem of limited communication resources.Originality/valueThe paper reduces the update frequency of control signals and improves resource utilization through an event-triggered mechanism in the form of relative thresholds. The authors recognize that the event-triggered mechanism may impact the output performance of the system. To address this challenge, the authors propose a prescribed performance Barrier Lyapunov Function (PP-BLF). The PP-BLF is designed to effectively constrain the output performance of the system, ensuring satisfactory control even when the control signal updates are reduced.
Zerial Education
Authors: Singh Etinder Pal , Doval Jyoti , Halan Deepak 
Published: October 2023

Learning outcomes
After reading and analyzing the case study, the students would be able to understand the complexities of leadership and decision-making in a diverse workplace, specifically when promoting differently abled employees; explore the importance of fostering an inclusive environment, addressing biases and developing empathy in the context of leadership and diversity; explore the challenges and considerations involved in managing a team with diverse backgrounds and abilities; and evaluate the potential impact of promoting employees with disabilities on the morale and retention of other team members.

Case overview/synopsis
This case study is about a hearing-impaired individual, Jessica, who was recently hired by a medium-sized organization, Zerial Education. She was the organization’s first hire with a disability, and some of her colleagues were skeptical about how she would fit in. There was a clear bias against her because of her disability, and she faced many challenges while proving herself and earning the respect of her colleagues. Despite the initial skepticism and bias, she quickly proved herself to be a valuable member of the team. As the appraisal period arrived, Stan Logan, her reporting manager, faced a tough decision. He wanted to be fair and avoid to seem to be biased, yet he was also committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. If he promoted Jessica, it would affirm the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and it would also validate Jessica’s impressive year of work. However, this might come at the cost of creating tensions among the other top performers who were also deserving of the promotion and potentially complicating client interactions owing to Jessica’s hearing impairment. Logan had to navigate these complexities and make a decision that aligned with both the company’s values and operational needs, while also considering the potential consequences on team morale and client relationships.

Complexity academic level
The case is suitable for use by students at an MBA level. Human resource management: In this course, students might learn about the legal and ethical issues surrounding disability in the workplace, as well as strategies for recruiting and retaining employees with disabilities. Organizational behavior: In this course, students might learn about the psychological and social factors that influence how individuals with disabilities are perceived and treated in organizations, as well as how to promote diversity and inclusion within a company.

Supplementary materials
Teaching notes are available for educators only.

Subject code
CSS 6: Human resource management
Research on “multi-blind” working mechanism of Internet+ coal mine safety supervision
Authors: Li Xiangchun , Long Yuzhen , Yang Chunli , Wang Yinqing , Xing Mingxiu , Jiang Ying 
Published: October 2023

Purpose
Effective safety supervision plays a crucial role in ensuring safe production within coal mines. Conventional coal mine safety supervision (CMSS) in China has suffered from the problems of power-seeking, excessive resource consumption and poor timeliness. This paper aims to explore the Internet+ CMSS mode being emerged in China.

Design/methodology/approach
The evolution of CMSS systems underwent comprehensive scrutiny through a blend of qualitative and quantitative approaches. First, evolutionary game theory was used to analyze the necessity of incorporating Internet+ technology. Second, a system dynamics model of Internet+ CMSS was crafted, encompassing a system flow diagram and equations for various variables. The model was subsequently simulated by taking the W coal mine in Shanxi Province as a representative case study.

Findings
It was revealed that the expected safety profit from the Internet+ mode is 296.03% more than that from the conventional mode. The precise dissemination of law enforcement information was identified as a pivotal approach through which the Internet+ platform served as a conduit to foster synergistic collaboration among diverse elements within the system.

Practical implications
The outcomes of this study not only raise awareness about the potential of Internet+ technology in safety supervision but also establish a vital theoretical foundation for enhancing the efficacy of the Internet+ CMSS mode. The significance of these findings extends to fostering the wholesome and sustainable progress of the coal mining industry.

Originality/value
This research stands out as one of the limited studies that delve into the influence of Internet+ technology on CMSS. Building upon the pivotal approach identified, to the best of authors’ knowledge, a novel “multi-blind” working mechanism for Internet+ CMSS is introduced for the first time.
Profitability and financial performance of Italian real estate companies: quantitative profiles
Authors: Migliaccio Guido , De Palma Andrea 
Published: October 2023

PurposeThis study illustrates the economic and financial dynamics of the sector, analysing the evolution of the main ratios of profitability and financial structure of 1,559 Italian real estate companies divided into the three macro-regions: North, Centre and South, in the period 2011–2020. In this way, it is also possible to verify the responsiveness to the 2020 pandemic crisis.Design/methodology/approachThe analysis uses descriptive statistics tools and the ANOVA method of analysis of variance, supplemented by the Tukey–Kramer test, to identify significant differences between the three Italian macro-regions.FindingsThe study shows the increase in profitability after the 2008 crisis, despite its reverberation in the years 2012–2013. The financial structure of companies improved almost everywhere. The pandemic had modest effects on performance.Research limitations/implicationsIn the future, other indices should be considered to gain a more comprehensive view. This is a quantitative study based on financial statements data that neglects other important economic and social factors.Practical implicationsPublic policies could use this study for better interventions to support the sector. In addition, internal management can compare their company's performance with the industry average to identify possible improvements.Social implicationsThe research analyses an economic field that employs a large number of people, especially when considering the construction and real estate services covered by this analysis.Originality/valueThe study contributes to the literature by providing a quantitative analysis of industry dynamics, with comparative information that can be deduced from financial statements over the years.
How and why US universities fail to impart environmental literacy to all students
Authors: Vallée Manuel 
Published: October 2023

Purpose
This study aims to assess the spread of environmental literacy graduation requirements at public universities in the USA, and to highlight factors that mediate the adoption of this curriculum innovation.

Design/methodology/approach
The author analyzed the undergraduate general education curriculum requirements at all 549 public BA-granting higher education institutions in the USA between 2020 and 2022.

Findings
The study found that only 27 US public universities out of 540 have an environmental literacy graduation requirement, which represents 5% of universities and is substantially lower than previous estimates.

Originality/value
First, this study provides a more complete, more reliable and more current assessment of the graduation requirement’s presence at US tertiary institutions, and shows the number of universities that have implemented this innovation is lower than was estimated a decade ago. Second, it draws from the scholarship on the infusion of sustainability into the university curriculum to provide a comprehensive discussion of factors that mediate the pursuit and implementation of the graduation requirement. As well, it identifies factors that played a key role in one pertinent case.