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Ethical labels and conspicuous consumption: impact on civic virtue and cynicism in luxury foodservice
Authors: Jin Dan , Qi Rui 
Published: January 2024

PurposeThe primary objective of this study is to explore the nuanced interplay of conspicuous consumption, ethical label purchasing and the ensuing dynamics of civic virtue and cynicism within the luxury foodservice context.Design/methodology/approachGrounded in a theoretical understanding of solidarity within the context of product consumption, this research employs a two-pronged approach involving secondary data analysis and scenario-based experimental studies. The initial phase involves analyzing firm-level data from the Euromonitor database in 2019 and 2021. The main study employs a between-subjects experimental design with a cohort of 316 participants sourced from an online panel.FindingsThe results reveal a consistent pattern in the consumption of luxury foodservice and underscore a distinct upward trajectory in consumer demand for ethically labeled food. Notably, these findings underscore the moderating role of ethical label purchasing in the relationship between conspicuous consumption and consumers civic virtue. Additionally, ethical label purchasing moderates the impact of conspicuous consumption on consumer cynicism, both directly and indirectly through emotional solidarity related to both communal and equitable principles.Originality/valueThis study holds significance for both luxury food service researchers and market design practitioners. It provides valuable insights into how ethical labeling interacts with consumers conspicuous consumption, all facilitated by emotional solidarity.
The effects of neurodiversity on cognitive attributes of entrepreneurs
Authors: Lanivich Stephen E. , Moore Curt , McIntyre Nancy 
Published: January 2024

PurposeThis study investigates how attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in entrepreneurs functions through coping schema to affect entrepreneurship-related cognitions. It is proposed that the resource-induced coping heuristic (RICH) bridges the conceptual gap between pathological cognitive executive control/reward attributes and cognitive resources, specifically entrepreneurial alertness, cognitive adaptability and entrepreneurial intent.Design/methodology/approachWith data from 581 entrepreneurs, this study utilizes partial least squares structural equation modeling for analysis. Additionally, a two-stage hierarchical component modeling approach was used to estimate latent variable scores for higher-order constructs.FindingsFindings indicate the RICH mediates the relationships ADHD has with alertness, cognitive adaptability and entrepreneurial intent.Originality/valueThe RICH is introduced as a mechanism to explain how ADHD indirectly influences entrepreneurial alertness, cognitive adaptability and entrepreneurial intent.
Proficiency of independent directors: an Indian corporate governance perspective
Authors: Vig Shinu 
Published: January 2024

Purpose
Independent directors (IDs) in India are required to qualify for the online proficiency self-assessment test to acquire or retain their position on the corporate boards. The purpose of this paper was to examine the perceived positive and negative aspects of the new mandate for the overall quality of corporate boards in India.

Design/methodology/approach
This study used a qualitative methodology and applied the interpretative phenomenological analysis approach. Data was collected from board members using semi-structured interviews.

Findings
This study revealed the positive and negative perceived aspects of the mandatory policy prescription of proficiency test for IDs. It was found that the participants emphasized training and mentoring programs for the IDs.

Practical implications
Drawing upon the actual board experiences of the participants, this study has the potential to assist policymakers in making regulations that are more effective in enhancing the quality of corporate boards. The example of action taken as well as the criticism or positive aspects pointed out can generate interest in other legislators.

Originality/value
The concept of proficiency test for IDs is unique to India. A review of literature did not reveal the existence of any regulatory provisions for a mandatory uniform test for examining the proficiency of IDs, in any corporate law jurisdiction apart from India.
Implementing trades of the National Football League Draft on blockchain smart contracts
Authors: Fukuzawa Mathew B. , McConnell Brandon M. , Kay Michael G. , Thoney-Barletta Kristin A. , Warsing Donald P. 
Published: January 2024

PurposeDemonstrate proof-of-concept for conducting NFL Draft trades on a blockchain network using smart contracts.Design/methodology/approachUsing Ethereum smart contracts, the authors model several types of draft trades between teams. An example scenario is used to demonstrate contract interaction and draft results.FindingsThe authors show the feasibility of conducting draft-day trades using smart contracts. The entire negotiation process, including side deals, can be conducted digitally.Research limitations/implicationsFurther work is required to incorporate the full-scale depth required to integrate the draft trading process into a decentralized user platform and experience.Practical implicationsCutting time for the trade negotiation process buys decision time for team decision-makers. Gains are also made with accuracy and cost.Social implicationsFull-scale adoption may find resistance due to the level of fan involvement; the draft has evolved into an interactive experience for both fans and teams.Originality/valueThis research demonstrates the new application of smart contracts in the inter-section of sports management and blockchain technology.
Micromanagement and its impact on millennial followership styles
Authors: Ryan Shona , Cross Christine 
Published: January 2024

PurposeIt is predicted that micromanagement may become a growing workplace concern post-Covid-19, with managers grappling for control in the current hybrid/remote working environment. This will be happening at a time when millennials represent half of the working population. This study contributes to existing literature and provides an overall appreciation of the complexities of micromanagement and how it impacts millennials' followership styles.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative study was undertaken and a series of hypotheses were tested. The target sample for this research was the millennial cohort aged between 24 and 41. Data were analysed using SPSS.FindingsThis paper confirmed that “unfavourable followership styles” consisted of various negative followership reactions such as anxiety, demotivation, dissatisfaction, disengagement, reduction in support for managers, limited upward feedback, team conflict, reduced productivity and innovation due to fear of making mistakes ultimately facilitating a toxic workplace. Essentially, this research validated the notion that in order to create a sustainable organisation post-Covid-19, HR professionals must take proactive measures to mitigate this form of harmful leadership.Research limitations/implicationsData weaknesses transpire where respondents have never interacted with a micromanager in reality. Therefore, perceived reactions to a hypothetical micromanager may differ from those respondents who were exposed to micromanagers.Originality/valueA lack of research exists on the intersection of micromanagement and millennials' followership styles and as such this paper bridges that gap.
The moderating role of financial development in energy poverty–sustainable environment linkages: evidence from Africa
Authors: Dada James Temitope , Ajide Folorunsho M. , Al-Faryan Mamdouh Abdulaziz Saleh 
Published: January 2024

PurposeDriven by the Sustainable Development Goals (goals 7, 8, 12 and 13), this study investigates the moderating role of financial development in the link between energy poverty and a sustainable environment in African nations.Design/methodology/approachPanel cointegration analysis, fully modified least squares, Driscoll and Kraay least squares and method of moments quantile regression were used as estimation techniques to examine the link between financial development, energy poverty and sustainable environment for 28 African nations. Energy poverty is measured using two proxies-access to clean energy and access to electricity, while the environment is gauged using ecological footprint.FindingsThe regression outcomes show that access to clean energy and electricity negatively impacts the ecological footprint across all the quantiles; hence, energy poverty increases environmental degradation. Financial development positively influences environmental degradation in the region at the upper quantiles. Similarly, the interactive term of energy poverty and financial development has a significant positive impact on ecological footprint; thus, the financial sector adds to energy poverty and environmental degradation. The results of other variables hint that per capita income and institutions worsen environmental quality while urbanisation strengthens the environment.Originality/valueThis study offers fresh insights into the moderating effect of financial development in the link between energy poverty and sustainable environment in African countries.
Unraveling the challenges of education for sustainable development: a compelling case study
Authors: Zainal Abidin Mohd Syahidan , Mokhtar Mahani , Arsat Mahyuddin 
Published: January 2024

PurposeEducation for sustainable development (ESD) has gained significant attention, but integrating ESD into existing education systems is challenging. The study aims to explore the challenges of ESD experienced by school leaders, focusing on the context of Malaysian schools.Design/methodology/approachThe study uses a qualitative approach with a single-case study design. Eight school leaders involved in the Johor sustainable education action plan (JSEAP) were interviewed and analyzed. The study uses thematic analysis to identify the challenges and other causes associated with the implementation of ESD.FindingsThis study revealed that the school leaders perceived the ESD challenges at three levels. First, restriction to the standardized curriculum (systemic); second, resistance to change (organization) and third, awareness and readiness (individual). These themes stemmed from seven primary codes that school leaders encountered throughout the JSEAP program.Research limitations/implicationsThis paper is limited to a case study of the chosen schools and cannot be extrapolated to a larger population.Practical implicationsThe study benefits school leaders and educators concerned about ESD and its role in their schools and other academics interested in ESD.Originality/valueTo the authors' knowledge, this is the first study to investigate ESD challenges in Malaysia. The novel discovery of the three levels of ESD challenges helps readers better understand the recent phenomenon of ESD implementation and compare it to other settings.
Deciphering the role of adjuvant therapy in melanoma and its actual benefits
Authors: Fukushima Satoshi , Miyashita Azusa , Kimura Toshihiro , Kuriyama Haruka , Mizuhashi Satoru , Ichigozaki Yuki , Masuguchi Shinichi 
Published: January 2024

AbstractNumerous clinical trials have demonstrated a significant improvement in recurrence‐free survival among melanoma patients receiving high‐dose interferon‐α, immune checkpoint inhibitors (pembrolizumab, nivolumab), and BRAF/MEK inhibitors (dabrafenib‐trametinib). This study aimed to investigate whether these findings hold true in real‐world conditions for patients with stage III and IV melanoma. In particular, the study explores the efficacy and side effects of adjuvant therapies, focusing on anti‐PD‐1 antibodies and BRAF/MEK inhibitors. While clinical trials have shown comparable efficacy, differences in side‐effect profiles, especially the persistence of immune‐related adverse events with anti‐PD‐1 antibodies, highlight the need for careful consideration in adjuvant settings. In the absence of established biomarkers for guiding adjuvant therapy decisions, it becomes imperative to transparently communicate the advantages and disadvantages of drug administration to patients. The study also delved into the impact of melanoma subtype and BRAF mutation status on the effectiveness of adjuvant therapy, emphasizing the need for further investigation.
SEW2871 reduces seizures via the sphingosine 1‐phosphate receptor‐1 pathway in the pentylenetetrazol and phenobarbitone kindling model of drug‐refractory epilepsy
Authors: Jain Ashish , Ralta Arti , Batra Gitika , Joshi Rupa , Garg Nitika , Bhatia Alka , Medhi Bikash , Chakrabarti Amitava , Prakash Ajay 
Published: January 2024

AbstractEpilepsy is a prevalent neurological disorder characterized by neuronal hypersynchronous discharge in the brain, leading to central nervous system (CNS) dysfunction. Despite the availability of anti‐epileptic drugs (AEDs), resistance to AEDs is the greatest challenge in treating epilepsy. The role of sphingosine‐1‐phosphate‐receptor 1 (S1PR1) in drug‐resistant epilepsy is unexplored. This study investigated the effects of SEW2871, a potent S1PR1 agonist, on a phenobarbitone (PHB)‐resistant pentylenetetrazol (PTZ)‐kindled Wistar rat model. We measured the messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) expression of multi‐drug resistance 1 (MDR1) and multi‐drug resistance protein 5 (MRP5) as indicators for drug resistance. Rats received PHB + PTZ for 62 days to develop a drug‐resistant epilepsy model. From day 48, SEW2871 (0.25, 0.5, 0.75 mg/kg, intraperitoneally [i.p.]) was administered for 14 days. Seizure scoring, behaviour, oxidative markers like reduced glutathione, catalase, superoxide dismutase, inflammatory markers like interleukin 1 beta tumour necrosis factor alpha, interferon gamma and mRNA expression (MDR1 and MRP5) were assessed, and histopathological assessments were conducted. SEW2871 demonstrated dose‐dependent improvements in seizure scoring and neurobehavioral parameters with a reduction in oxidative and inflammation‐induced neuronal damage. The S1PR1 agonist also downregulated MDR1 and MRP5 gene expression and significantly decreased the number of dark‐stained pyknotic nuclei and increased cell density with neuronal rearrangement in the rat brain hippocampus. These findings suggest that SEW2871 might ameliorate epileptic symptoms by modulating drug resistance through downregulation of MDR1 and MRP5 gene expression.
Knickkopf (LmKnk) is required for chitin organization in the foregut of Locusta migratoria
Authors: Yu Rong‐Rong , Duan Jia‐Qi , Zhao Xiao‐Ming , Abbas Mureed , Zhang Yu‐Ping , Shi Xue‐Kai , Chen Nan , Zhang Jian‐Zhen 
Published: January 2024

AbstractThe foregut, located at the front of the digestive tract, serves a vital role in insects by storing and grinding food into small particles. The innermost layer of the foregut known as the chitinous intima, comes into direct contact with the food and acts as a protective barrier against abrasive particles. Knickkopf (Knk) is required for chitin organization in the chitinous exoskeleton, tracheae and wings. Despite its significance, little is known about the biological function of Knk in the foregut. In this study, we found that LmKnk was stably expressed in the foregut, and highly expressed before molting in Locusta migratoria. To ascertain the biological function of LmKnk in the foregut, we synthesized specific double‐stranded LmKnk (dsLmKnk) and injected it into locusts. Our findings showed a significant decrease in the foregut size, along with reduced food intake and accumulation of residues in the foregut after dsLmKnk injection. Morphological observations revealed that newly formed intima became thinner and lacked chitin lamella. Furthermore, fluorescence immunohistochemistry revealed that LmKnk was located in the apical region of new intima and epithelial cells. Taken together, this study provides insights into the biological function of LmKnk in the foregut, and identifies the potential target gene for exploring biological pest management strategies.
Trends in hallucinogen‐associated emergency department visits and hospitalizations in California, USA, from 2016 to 2022
Authors: Garel Nicolas , Tate Steven , Nash Kristin , Lembke Anna 
Published: January 2024

AbstractBackground and aimsHallucinogens encompass a diverse range of compounds of increasing scientific and public interest. Risks associated with hallucinogen use are under‐researched and poorly understood. We aimed to compare the trends in hallucinogen‐associated health‐care use with alcohol‐ and cannabis‐associated health‐care use.Design, setting and casesWe conducted an ecological study with publicly available data on International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD‐10) diagnosis codes associated with emergency department (ED) visits and hospitalizations from the California Department of Healthcare Access and Information (HCAI). HCAI includes primary and secondary ICD‐10 codes reported with ED or hospital discharge from every non‐federal health‐care facility licensed in California, United States, from 2016 to 2022.MeasurementsICD‐10 codes were classified as hallucinogen‐, cannabis‐ or alcohol‐associated if they were from the corresponding category in the ICD‐10 block ‘mental and behavioral disorders due to psychoactive substance use’.FindingsObserved hallucinogen‐associated ED visits increased by 54% between 2016 and 2022, from 2260 visits to 3476 visits, compared with a 20% decrease in alcohol‐associated ED visits and a 15% increase in cannabis‐associated ED visits. The observed hallucinogen‐associated hospitalizations increased by 55% during the same period, from 2556 to 3965 hospitalizations, compared with a 1% increase in alcohol‐associated hospitalizations and a 1% increase in cannabis‐associated hospitalizations. This rise in hallucinogenic ED visits was significantly different from the trend in cannabis‐associated (P < 0.001) and alcohol‐associated (P = 0.005) ED visits. The hallucinogen‐associated hospitalizations trend also significantly differed when compared with cannabis‐ (P < 0.001) and alcohol‐associated (P < 0.001) hospitalizations.ConclusionsHallucinogen‐associated emergency department visits and hospitalizations in California, USA, showed a large relative but small absolute increase between 2016 and 2022.
Zinc deficiency or genetic mutations?—A case report of hair heterochromia in the context of MC1R genetic mutations
Authors: Lei Zhang , Yingcai Wan , Jianbo Wu 
Published: January 2024

AbstractHair heterochromia may be caused by different mechanisms. At clinical work, we found a Chinese boy whose hair colour gradually turned to red. We record the diagnosis and treatment process and follow‐up situation, finally find that altered hair colour phenotype is due to MC1R genetic mutations, rather than zinc deficiency. This rarely red hair colour phenotype improve our understanding of hair heterochromia caused by genetic mutations.
Neonatal and maternal outcomes at early vs. full term following induction of labor; A secondary analysis of the OBLIGE randomized trial
Authors: Carlhäll Sara , Alsweiler Jane , Battin Malcolm , Wilson Jessica , Sadler Lynn , Thompson John M. D. , Wise Michelle R. 
Published: January 2024

AbstractIntroductionBirth at early term (37+0–38+6 completed gestational weeks [GW] and additional days) is associated with adverse neonatal outcomes compared with waiting to ≥39 GW. Most studies report outcomes after elective cesarean section or a mix of all modes of births; it is unclear whether these adverse outcomes apply to early‐term babies born after induction of labor (IOL). We aimed to determine, in women with a non‐urgent induction indication (elective/planned >48 h in advance), if IOL at early and late term was associated with adverse neonatal and maternal outcomes compared with IOL at full term.Material and methodsAn observational cohort study as a secondary analysis of a multicenter randomized controlled trial of 1087 New Zealand women with a planned IOL ≥37+0 GW. Multivariable logistic regression was used to analyze neonatal and maternal outcomes in relation to gestational age; 37+0–38+6 (early term), 39+0–40+6 (full term) and ≥41+0 (late term) GW. Neonatal outcome analyses were adjusted for sex, birthweight, mode of birth and induction indication, and maternal outcome analyses for parity, age, body mass index and induction method. The primary neonatal outcome was admission to neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for >4 hours; the primary maternal outcome was cesarean section.ResultsAmong the 1087 participants, 266 had IOL at early term, 480 at full term, and 341 at late term. Babies born following IOL at early term had increased odds for NICU admission for >4 hours (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 2.16, 95% confidence intervals (CI) 1.16–4.05), compared with full term. Women having IOL at early term had no difference in emergency cesarean rates but had an increased need for a second induction method (aOR 1.70, 95% CI 1.15–2.51) and spent 4 h longer from start of IOL to birth (Hodges–Lehmann estimator 4.10, 95% CI 1.33–6.95) compared with those with IOL at full term.ConclusionsIOL for a non‐urgent indication at early term was associated with adverse neonatal and maternal outcomes and no benefits compared with IOL at full term. These findings support international guidelines to avoid IOL before 39 GW unless there is an evidence‐based indication for earlier planned birth and will help inform women and clinicians in their decision‐making about timing of IOL.
Bilateral economic diplomacy between South Korea and Iraq
Authors: Gul Zana 
Published: January 2024

AbstractThe article discusses the evolution of Iraq‐South Korea relations since the late 1970s. It relies on Iraq's and South Korea's governmental platforms, local media outlets, and databases such as the Korea Statistical Information Service and the Observatory of Economic Complexity. This article argues that while in the 1970s both countries had economic rapport, bilateral economic diplomacy between both countries began in the 1980s, faced challenges in the 1990s and was revived by 2003. In the 1970s, the relationship was focused on trade and infrastructure. By the 1980s, official diplomatic and bilateral relations took shape, resulting in increased trade and South Korea energy ventures in Iraq. By the 1990s relations were dormant due to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and the UN sanctions. In 2003, the diplomatic relationship was revived and further enhanced. These include energy, trade, infrastructure, and South Korea's humanitarian, military, and industrial assistance to Iraq. The post‐2003 phase shows the expansion of ties between both countries including the Kurdistan Regional Government. Bilateral economic diplomacy between South Korea and Iraq has not been without political and security challenges, particularly concerning Iraq's political stability.