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Is past performance a guarantee for current results? The influence of learning on business performance in manufacturing
Authors: Prim Alexandre Luis , Freitas Kenyth Alves de , Paiva Ely , Kumar Maneesh 
Published: October 2023

PurposeThis paper investigates the relationship between past performance and the development of operational capabilities in manufacturing firms, focusing on the role of intra- and inter-organisational learning mechanisms.Design/methodology/approachThis study is based on a survey database collected in 208 manufacturing plants in 15 countries from three industries: electronics, machinery and transport components. The authors developed a model and tested the study hypotheses using the structural equation modelling technique with two-stage analytical procedures.FindingsIn the analysis of the overall sample, the study findings support prior literature by suggesting that firms with successful experiences may become complacent and less motivated to engage in learning, leading to a decline in performance. However, high-performance firms overcome the “success trap” by engaging supply chain partners. In contrast, low-performance firms exhibit limited learning from past poor performance, leading to organisational inertia and further declines in their current performance.Practical implicationsThis research provides practical guidance for managers in developing operational capabilities, highlighting collaboration with suppliers as an essential element for high-performance firms.Originality/valueThis study focuses on the little-researched topic of how past performance influences the development of operational capabilities in manufacturing firms. The authors highlight the path for developing capabilities in high- and low-performance firms based on intra- and inter-organisational learning mechanisms.
How big data-driven organizational capabilities shape innovation performance? An empirical study from small and medium manufacturing enterprises
Authors: Al-Khatib Ayman Wael 
Published: October 2023

PurposeThis study mainly aims to explore the causal nexus between big data-driven organizational capabilities (BDDOC) and supply chain innovation capabilities (SCIC) and innovation performance (IP), then explore the indirect effect of SCIC and also test the moderating effects for both internal supply chain integration (ISCI) and external supply chain integration (ESCI) into the relationship between BDDOC and SCIC.Design/methodology/approachIn order to test the conceptual model and the hypothesized relationships between all the constructs, the data were collected using a self-reported questionnaire by workers in Jordanian small and medium manufacturing enterprises. Partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was employed to test the model.FindingsThe paper reached a set of interesting results where it was confirmed that there is a positive and statistically significant relationship between BDDOC, SCIC and IP in addition to confirming the indirect effect of SCIC between BDDOC and IP. The results also showed that there is a moderating role for both ESCI and ISCI.Originality/valueThis study can be considered the first study in the current literature that investigates these constructs as shown in the research model. Therefore, the paper presents an interesting set of theoretical and managerial contributions that may contribute to covering part of the research gap in the literature.
Nutrient enrichment undermines invasion resistance to Spartina alterniflora in a saltmarsh: Insights from modern coexistence theory
Authors: Qiu Shiyun , Huang Jingxin , Lu Meng , Xu Xiao , Li Xincheng , Zhang Qun , Xin Fengfei , Zhou Chenhao , Zhang Xi , Nie Ming , Wu Jihua , Li Bo 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

The ability of native communities to maintain invasion resistance in the face of environmental changes is crucial for biodiversity conservation. However, previous studies have primarily focused on the inhibitive effects experienced by invaders, providing limited insights into the ultimate outcome of resistance.

In this study, we integrated modern coexistence theory into biotic resistance research to investigate the impact of nutrient enrichment on the resistance of Phragmites australis marshes to Spartina alterniflora invasion in the Yangtze estuary saltmarshes of China.

Our results demonstrated that under non‐enriched conditions, successful invasion resistance was facilitated by stable coexistence between native and invasive species in the field. This prediction of invasion resistance aligned with the distribution dynamics of the two species in the Yangtze estuary saltmarshes over the past two decades. However, nutrient enrichment was likely to lead to a fundamental shift in their coexistence and ultimately, the failure of resistance.

Synthesis and applications. Integrating modern coexistence theory into biotic resistance studies advances the assessment of invasion resistance by shifting from quantifying relative strength to predicting explicit resistance outcomes. Ecosystem managers can draw explicit conclusions about the potential establishment and impact of invaders by analysing observational or experimental data within the framework of modern coexistence theory. This information aids in identifying the most efficient strategies for addressing invasive species.
Devoted, Pious, Frivolous and Irreverent Women: The Representation of Female Religiosity in Spanish Painting, 1868–1917
Authors: RÍOS LLORET ROSA ELENA 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe aim of this article is to show how Spanish painting of the nineteenth century helped to construct the narrative of a female religiosity based on sentiment, which was specific to women. This narrative was not free from misogyny because women's piety was often diluted, converted into something superficial. It was brimming with exaggerated sentimentalism, the product of superstition and lacking in careful reflection, without an intellectual religious discourse – which women, by their nature, could never reach. Women's involvement in religion and catholic movements was not as insubstantial, sentimental or naïve as it has been presented or made out to be; but this reality was not reflected in painting.
L. T. Hobhouse's idea of a European Federation
Authors: DIVIDUS ALESSANDRO 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis article discusses L. T. Hobhouse's project for the creation of a new European Federation based on a social‐liberal model of the State without sacrificing the principle of national identity. The nineteenth century, according to Hobhouse, associated the idea of nationality and liberty, and the connection was genuine enough as long as it applied to subject peoples struggling to be free. But that very growth of national consciousness which inspired the struggle for freedom, turned to exclusiveness and imperiousness as soon as it had achieved its end. Nationality has thus turned into an exclusive principle and has become a dominating force in twentieth‐century politics. World War I proved that nationalism was Janus‐faced, promoting first freedom and self‐government, and then international aggression and militarism which are the product of an overstimulation of the sentiment of nationality. For this reason, Hobhouse distinguishes between a negative and a positive meaning of nationality, which he describes as patriotism. Patriotism is a more spontaneous, genuine and deeper feeling of national belonging. It is a part of a ‘sentimental education’ taking place within a national community. This positive conception of patriotism, borrowed from authors such as Thomas Hill Green and Giuseppe Mazzini, is the means by which, as Hobhouse believes, permanent tranquillity may be established in Europe. Using the philosophical idea behind the notion of patriotism, Hobhouse is able to overcome the arguments of the liberal economic cooperation, such as those exposed by Norman Angell, by mixing them with an ethical vision of the community.
IoT forensics: Exploiting log records from the DAHUA technology CCTV systems
Authors: Dragonas Evangelos , Lambrinoudakis Costas , Kotsis Michael 
Published: October 2023

AbstractCCTV surveillance systems are ubiquitous IoT appliances. Their forensic examination has proven critical for investigating crimes. DAHUA Technology is a well‐known manufacturer of such products. Despite its global market share, research regarding digital forensics of DAHUA Technology CCTV systems is scarce and currently limited to extracting their video footage, overlooking the potential presence of valuable artifacts within their log records. These pieces of evidence remain unexploited by major commercial forensic software, yet they can hide vital information for an investigation. For instance, these log records document user actions, such as formatting the CCTV system's hard drive or disabling camera recording. This information can assist in attributing nefarious actions to specific users and hence can be invaluable for understanding the sequence of events related to incidents. Therefore, in this paper, several DAHUA Technology CCTV systems are thoroughly analyzed for these unexplored pieces of evidence, and their forensic value is presented.
Per‐ and polyfluoroalkyl substances and cardiometabolic diseases: A review
Authors: Schillemans Tessa , Donat‐Vargas Carolina , Åkesson Agneta 
Published: October 2023

AbstractPer‐ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of persistent and widespread environmental pollutants that represent a high concern for human health. They have been shown to be associated with several important physiological processes such as lipid metabolism and the immune system. Consequently, PFAS are suspected to play a role in cardiometabolic disease development. However, the evidence regarding associations between PFAS and overt cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes remains limited and inconsistent. To address this, we conducted a review of the epidemiological evidence. A deeper understanding of potential underlying molecular mechanisms may help to explain inconsistencies in epidemiological findings. Thus, to gain more mechanistic insight, we also summarized evidence from omics and laboratory studies into an adverse outcome pathway framework. Our observations indicate the potential for associations of PFAS with multiple molecular pathways that could have opposite associations with disease risk, which could be further modified by mixture composition, lifestyle factors or genetic polymorphisms. This identifies the need for exposome studies considering mixture effects, the use of multi‐omics data to gain insight in relevant pathways and the integration of epidemiological and laboratory studies to enhance mechanistic understanding and causal inference. Improved comprehension is essential for environmental health risk assessments.
The utility of SOX10 in mixed type desmoplastic melanoma with lymph node metastasis of the spindle cell component: A cautionary tale of inattentional blindness
Authors: Shah Ahmed , Campbell Katelynn , Osmond Allison 
Published: October 2023

AbstractDesmoplastic melanoma (DM), a type of spindle cell melanoma separated into pure desmoplastic melanoma (PDM) and mixed desmoplastic melanoma (MDM) subtypes, can be a diagnostic challenge and easily confused for dermal scar, especially PDM. We report a 65‐year‐old white man who received a left thumb amputation after an initial biopsy for melanoma, an unclassified type with epithelioid morphology. The amputation and sentinel lymph node specimens were significant for residual melanoma with epithelioid morphology, dermal scar, and a slightly expanded “scar‐like” capsular area in one of seven lymph nodes, which was diffusely positive for SOX10 on reflex sentinel lymph node immunohistochemical protocol. On re‐review of the amputation “scar” like area, a subsequent SOX10 stain confirmed the diagnosis of MDM in this area with epithelioid and spindle cell morphology, significantly upgrading the tumor stage. We share this case to highlight: (i) MDM, although exceptionally uncommon, can result in a pure spindle cell lymph node metastasis, (ii) to encourage increased utilization of SOX10 to assess sentinel lymph node biopsies, especially in the context of melanomas with a spindle cell component, and (iii) share an example of inattentional blindness which was fortunately identified by reflex sentinel lymph node immunohistochemical protocols.
Associations between cortisol stress responses and limbic volume and thickness in young adults: An exploratory study
Authors: Henze Gina‐Isabelle , Konzok Julian , Kudielka Brigitte M. , Wüst Stefan , Nichols Thomas E. , Kreuzpointner Ludwig 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe investigation of the relationship between neural measures of limbic structures and hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis responses to acute stress exposure in healthy young adults has so far focused in particular on task‐based and resting state functional connectivity studies. Thus, the present study examined the association between limbic volume and thickness measures and acute cortisol responses to the psychosocial stress paradigm ScanSTRESS. Using Permutation Analysis of Linear Models controlling for sex, age and total brain volume, the associations between (sex‐specific) cortisol increases and human connectome project style anatomical variables of limbic structures (i.e. volume and thickness) were investigated in 66 healthy and young (18–33 years) subjects (35 men, 31 women taking oral contraceptives). In addition, exploratory (sex‐specific) bivariate correlations between cortisol increases and structural measures were conducted. The present data provide interesting new insights into the involvement of striato‐limbic structures in psychosocial stress processing, suggesting that acute cortisol stress responses are also associated with mere structural measures of the human brain. Thus, our preliminary findings suggest that not only situation‐ and context‐dependent reactions of the limbic system (i.e. blood oxygenation level‐dependent reactions) are related to acute (sex‐specific) cortisol stress responses but also basal and somewhat more constant structural measures. Our study hereby paves the way for further analyses in this context and highlights the relevance of the topic.
Haemophilia and cardiovascular disease in Japan: Low incidence rates from ADVANCE Japan baseline data
Authors: Nagao Azusa , Chikasawa Yushi , Sawada Akihiro , Kanematsu Takeshi , Yamasaki Naoya , Takedani Hideyuki , Nojima Masanori , Fujii Teruhisa , Suzuki Nobuaki , Matsushita Tadashi , Higasa Satoshi , Amano Kagehiro ,   ADVANCE Japan Working Group
Published: October 2023

AbstractIntroductionWith the increasing life expectancy of people with haemophilia, the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and thrombotic events has become a growing concern. Longitudinal studies on the incidence and risk factors of CVD in this population are limited, and optimal prevention and treatment strategies are yet to be established.AimThis study aimed to present the baseline data of a prospective longitudinal study focusing on a subset of Japanese patients with haemophilia, specifically investigated the incidence, risk factors and treatment modalities for CVD and thrombotic diseases in people aged 40 years in Japan over 10 years through the ADVANCE Japan study.MethodsThe ADVANCE Japan study is a prospective multicentre cohort study involving 600 adult individuals with haemophilia A/B aged 40 years in Japan. The primary endpoint was the incidence of CVD, with secondary endpoints encompassing anticoagulant use, mortality rates, and comparison with the general population.ResultsBaseline data from the 600 participants revealed that thrombotic events occurred in 13 individuals (2.2%), mostly in those with haemophilia A. Atrial fibrillation was observed in 11 participants (1.8%). Hypertension and dyslipidaemia were identified as the prevalent risk factors. Various prophylactic treatments were employed, and no severe bleeding events were observed during the study period.ConclusionThis study provides vital baseline data for a 10‐year prospective investigation of CVD and thrombotic disease risk in people with haemophilia. These findings will contribute to refining prevention and treatment approaches and improving patients’ quality of life.
Successful second‐line treatment with cabozantinib for hepatocellular carcinoma harboring cytoplasmic mesenchymal–epithelial transition factor amplification
Authors: Yamamoto Makoto , Terashima Takeshi , Yamashita Tatsuya , Seki Akihiro , Nakagawa Hidetoshi , Nio Kouki , Shimakami Tetsuro , Takatori Hajime , Arai Kuniaki , Mizukoshi Eishiro , Honda Masao , Takeuchi Shinji , Yamashita Taro 
Published: October 2023

AbstractA 72‐year‐old man with metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma previously received first‐line systemic therapy with atezolizumab plus bevacizumab. His disease was judged to be progressing 5 months after treatment initiation. Comprehensive genomic profiling revealed cytoplasmic mesenchymal–epithelial transition factor amplification. On the basis of an expert panel's recommendation, he received cabozantinib as second‐line therapy. The tumors shrank markedly and continued to shrink 6 months after treatment. Comprehensive genomic profiling could provide useful information for selecting effective second‐line treatments for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma after first‐line immunotherapy.
An overview of the capabilities of ChatGPT for medical writing and its implications for academic integrity
Authors: Liu Huihui , Azam Mehreen , Bin Naeem Salman , Faiola Anthony 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe artificial intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT, which is based on a large language model (LLM), is gaining popularity in academic institutions, notably in the medical field. This article provides a brief overview of the capabilities of ChatGPT for medical writing and its implications for academic integrity. It provides a list of AI generative tools, common use of AI generative tools for medical writing, and provides a list of AI generative text detection tools. It also provides recommendations for policymakers, information professionals, and medical faculty for the constructive use of AI generative tools and related technology. It also highlights the role of health sciences librarians and educators in protecting students from generating text through ChatGPT in their academic work.
Control, exploitation and exclusion: Experiences of small farmer e‐tailers in agricultural e‐commerce in China
Authors: Feng Xiaojun 
Published: October 2023

AbstractDigital technologies are reshaping the landscape of agriculture. In 2021, around 10% of agricultural products in China were distributed through the Internet. As small farmers are traditionally subsumed by commercial capital in the sphere of circulation, this article investigates what difference online marketing has made to this relationship. Using qualitative data collected from a county in China, we examine the experiences of small farmer e‐tailers. We find that agricultural e‐commerce provides them with an alternative marketing channel and a larger customer base, increases the efficiency of product distribution and allows them to retain a greater share of the value they produce. However, while extant literature suggests that agricultural e‐commerce has increased farmers' autonomy and income, we find that small farmers' vertical expansion into e‐commerce by becoming agricultural e‐tailers fails to alleviate their subsumption by commercial capital and subjects them to more oppressive forms of commercial capital in three ways. First, small farmer e‐tailers are controlled by agricultural e‐commerce platforms, as their transactions rely on these platforms that are quasi‐monopolies in China. Second, these e‐tailers are increasingly exploited by platforms and other cybermediaries whom they are forced to pay for Internet traffic. Finally, small farmers are being excluded from being e‐tailers as platforms are becoming e‐tailers and they cannot compete with corporate e‐tailers.
O‐GlcNAcylation of TLR4 inhibits osteogenic differentiation of periodontal ligament stem cells
Authors: Yu Bohan , Li Qin , Sun Xi , Yin Yue 
Published: October 2023

AbstractBackgroundToll‐like receptor 4 (TLR4)‐mediated inflammatory responses are associated with diabetes and periodontitis, which are dysregulated by O‐GlcNAcylation.ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the effects of O‐GlcNAc transferase (OGT)‐mediated TLR4 O‐GlcNAcylation on the osteogenesis of periodontal ligament stem cells (PDLCs).MethodsPDLCs were treated with high glucose (HG) to establish a cell model. Osteogenic differentiation was evaluated using western blotting, an alkaline phosphatase activity assay, and an alizarin red S staining assay. The regulation of OGT on the O‐GlcNAcylation of TLR4 was analyzed using co‐immunoprecipitation, immunoprecipitation, western blotting, and immunofluorescence staining.ResultsThe results showed that HG inhibited osteogenic differentiation and promoted inflammatory response. Knockdown of OGT promoted osteogenic differentiation of HG‐treated PDLCs. OGT interacted with TLR4 and increased the O‐GlcNAcylation and protein levels of TLR4 in the cytomembrane of PDLCs. Moreover, silenced TLR4 reversed the effects on osteogenic differentiation induced by OGT in HG‐treated PDLCs.ConclusionO‐GlcNAcylation of TLR4 induced by OGT suppresses osteogenic differentiation of PDLCs after HG stimulation. The findings suggest a promising strategy for treating DP.
Pulmonary interstitial glycogenosis in Birt‐Hogg‐Dubé syndrome‐associated lung cysts: A new insight into the pathogenesis?
Authors: Kawachi Riken , Nakatani Yukio , Furuya Mitsuko , Nakamura Naoya , Kondo Yusuke , Nagashima Yoji , Nakayama Tomohiro , Okada Masahiro , Sakurai Hiroyuki , Masuda Shinobu 
Published: October 2023

AbstractMultiple lung cysts are one of the major features of Birt‐Hogg‐Dubé syndrome (BHD), but little is known about their nature and pathogenesis. We report a case of a woman diagnosed with BHD lung cysts who exhibited pulmonary interstitial glycogenosis (PIG), a mesenchymal abnormality hitherto undescribed in this disease, in specimens resected at 14 and 29 years of age. Histopathologically, oval to spindle clear cells were seen in the subepithelial interstitial tissue of septal structures and the walls of the cysts. They had abundant periodic acid–Schiff‐positive cytoplasmic glycogen. Immunohistochemically, these cells were positive for a few markers of mesenchymal stem cell‐like lineage, including vimentin, CD44, and CD10, and negative for markers of epithelial or specific mesenchymal differentiation; these results were consistent with the reported immunophenotype of PIG cells. These PIG cells were more abundant in her specimen at age 14 years than in the second specimen from adulthood. The present case suggests that BHD lung cysts belong to a group of pulmonary developmental disorders characterized by combined PIG and alveolar simplification/cystic change. Disorders with PIG may persist until adulthood and may be of clinical and pathological significance.