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Lack of abundant core virome inCulexmosquitoes from a temperate climate region despite a mosquito species-specific virome
Authors: De Coninck Lander , Soto Alina , Wang Lanjiao , De Wolf Katrien , Smitz Nathalie , Deblauwe Isra , Donfack Karelle Celes Mbigha , Müller Ruth , Delang Leen , Matthijnssens Jelle 
Published: December 2023

AbstractIn arthropod-associated microbial communities, insect-specific viruses (ISVs) are prevalent yet understudied due to limited infectivity outside their natural hosts. However, ISVs might play a crucial role in regulating mosquito populations and influencing arthropod-borne virus transmission. Some studies have indicated a core virome in mosquitoes consisting of mostly ISVs. Employing single mosquito metagenomics, we comprehensively profiled the virome of native and invasive mosquito species in Belgium. This approach allowed for accurate host species determination, prevalence assessment of viruses andWolbachia, and the identification of novel viruses. Contrary to expectations, no abundant core virome was observed inCulexmosquitoes from Belgium. In that regard, we caution against rigidly defining mosquito core viromes and encourage nuanced interpretations of other studies. Nonetheless, our study identified 45 viruses of which 28 were novel, enriching our understanding of the mosquito virome and ISVs. We showed that the mosquito virome in this study is species-specific and less dependent on the location where mosquitoes from the same species reside. In addition, becauseWolbachiahas previously been observed to influence arbovirus transmission, we report the prevalence ofWolbachiain Belgian mosquitoes and the detection of severalWolbachiamobile genetic elements. The observed prevalence ranged from 83% to 92% in members from theCulex pipienscomplex.ImportanceCulex pipiensmosquitoes are important vectors for arboviruses like West Nile virus and Usutu virus.Culex pipiensvirome studies, and virome studies on mosquitoes from theCulexgenus in general, are underrepresented in publications about the mosquito virome. To mitigate this, we sequenced the virome of 190 individualCulexand eight individualAedes japonicusmosquitoes. We report the lack of a core virome in these mosquitoes from Belgium and caution the interpretation of other studies in this light. The discovery of new viruses in this study will aid our comprehension of ISVs and the mosquito virome in general in relation to mosquito physiology and mosquito population dynamics.
Group size modulates kinship dynamics and selection on social traits
Authors: He Peng , Weiss Michael N. , Ellis Samuel , Franks Daniel W. , Cant Michael A. , Croft Darren P. , Johnstone Rufus A. 
Published: December 2023

ABSTRACTThe mean relatedness of an individual to others in its social group may change with age. Such kinship dynamics, which are expected to influence sex- and age-specific social behaviours, are sensitive to demography. Existing models of kinship dynamics, however, have focused chiefly on the influences of population-level demographic parameters (e.g., sex-specific dispersal rate and mating pattern). Here, we extend these models to explore the effects of local group size on kinship dynamics and the resulting patterns of selection for sex- and age-specific helping and harming. We show that individuals’ average relatedness to others is higher in smaller than larger groups, and consequently, selective pressure for helping or harming is generally stronger in smaller than larger groups. Moreover, relatedness changes faster with age in smaller groups, particularly at younger ages. These patterns favour more extreme social traits in smaller groups and especially so at earlier life history stages. In particular we highlight that, while social systems characterized by bi-sexual philopatry with non-local mating (e.g., whales) are known to favour a shift from more helpful to more harmful behaviour as females age — a trend that has been invoked to explain the evolution of menopause and post-reproductive helping — the timing of this shift is predicted to be sensitive to local group size, potentially favouring earlier female reproductive cessation in smaller groups. Our study generates new insights into the effects of local group properties on kinship dynamics, and suggests that such effects might also help to explain widespread variation in age-linked social traits, such as the timing of menopause in social mammals.
What motivates users to keep WhatsApp statuses: a scale development study
Authors: Pattusamy Murugan , Chopdar Prasanta Kr 
Published: December 2023

PurposeDespite the immense popularity of WhatsApp, there needs to be more reliable and valid scales for identifying and measuring users' motivation behind frequent WhatsApp status updates. This study explores the underlying motivations of users in updating their WhatsApp statuses and develops a scale to measure them.Design/methodology/approachFollowing a mixed-method research design, data were obtained from WhatsApp users in India. The current research furnishes results from five studies, involving both qualitative and quantitative approaches.FindingsThe results uncover seven unique motivations of users for keeping WhatsApp status, namely: social good, attention seeking, social relations, expressing views, life updates, inspiration and entertainment. Additionally, the empirical findings demonstrate the effects of the above dimensions on the positive and negative emotions of users.Originality/valueThis research is a pioneering effort in developing and validating a scale on WhatsApp status motivation construct. Key managerial and scholarly implications of the findings arising from this research are also discussed.
Sustainability and socially responsible food consumption: an empirical investigation based on self-awareness and self-congruity theories
Authors: Rasool Shahid , Cerchione Roberto , Centobelli Piera , Oropallo Eugenio , Salo Jari 
Published: December 2023

PurposeThis study aims to highlight the impact of altruistic-self and hunger awareness on socially responsible food consumption through the lens of self-awareness and self-congruity theories due to the great challenge of Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger.Design/methodology/approachA survey was conducted with a sample of 812 respondents. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) confirm each variable's structure through the measurement model and test the hypothesis to support a structural model.FindingsThe results highlight that the combination of altruistic-self and hunger awareness (AS-HA congruence) drives consumers to execute socially responsible food consumption. Meanwhile, consumers' food-saving attitude mediation translates to the attitude towards responsible and ethical use increasing socially responsible food consumption, a contextual development in the theory of congruence. Conversely, hunger awareness is not confirmed as significantly influencing socially responsible food consumption.Practical implicationsThis research provides valuable insights for academicians and practitioners in developing food waste management strategies that can be implemented to reduce food wastage.Originality/valueFood waste is a global concern and is challenging for many manufacturing, distribution and individual wastage levels. However, food wastage by consumers is one of the most critical problems which can be minimised with awareness and attitudinal changes in behaviour as a form of socially responsible consumption.
Blockchain-based Logistics 4.0: enhancing performance of logistics service providers
Authors: Tan Jiajun , Wong Wai Peng , Tan Chee Keong , Jomthanachai Suriyan , Lim Chee Peng 
Published: December 2023

PurposeTechnology is the lifeline for the logistics industry, and it has been immensely disrupted by the emerging blockchain technology. This paper has two main objectives. The first is to explore how the current blockchain technology can be implemented in the logistics industry with the aim of improving logistic services amongst the network of logistics service providers (LSPs). The second is to propose the development of a blockchain model for the small and medium logistics service supply chain.Design/methodology/approachA prototype blockchain-based logistics system has been created and tested in a case study with a real logistics company. The primary technologies for developing a blockchain model on the Hyperledger platform as well as how the system is designed based on the logistics service flow are explained.FindingsThe study has resulted in the successful implementation of the proposed prototype blockchain-based logistics system. In particular, the case company has managed to fully utilise the developed tracking and tracing system. Whilst utilising the prototype, the participants have been able to fulfil their responsibilities in an effective manner. The performance of LSPs has improved following the World Bank Logistics Performance Index (LPI) criteria.Originality/valueThis paper contributes to current research in the application of blockchain technologies in the domain of logistics and the supply chain to progress LSPs towards Logistics 4.0. The current frameworks for Logistics 4.0 and how blockchain as a disruptive technology revolutionises logistic services are reviewed. In addition, this paper highlights the benefits of blockchain technology that LSPs can leverage to further improve their performance based on the LPI criteria.
Max Drone: environmental influence on a company
Authors: Mejia Reatiga Camilo Antonio , Juliao David , Castellanos Andres 
Published: December 2023

Learning outcomes
This case study seeks to develop the analytical and critical thinking skills of the students so that they can not only understand and carry out a comprehensive diagnosis of the case in its facets of entrepreneurship but also see reflected the inherent difficulties of the process and how these can be overcome, based on available resources and capabilities. In the same way, it seeks to develop students’ capacity for critical analysis when making a decision in which, on the one hand, there is a very large market potential that they can try to exploit, taking into account the political transformation that modifies the rules of the game with which the business began, in addition, of course, to the case of a security breach specified in the case and, on the other hand, the possibility of resigning, avoiding greater losses.

Case overview/synopsis
This case study exposes the situation of the company Max Drone Venezuela, which had been dedicated to the service, repair and training of drones. This family-owned company had gone through a series of stages that clearly exemplified how environmental factors served to identify opportunities in the early stages of the business, promote strategic actions to maintain itself, guide the course to sustain itself and seek development in hostile environments.

Complexity academic level
Given the characteristics of this case study, it can be used for the teaching and learning of business or business administration, marketing, economics or related students, at higher or postgraduate levels (graduate school).

Supplementary materials
Teaching notes are available for educators only.

Subject code
CSS3: Entrepreneurship.
Omnichannel and consumer and retailer perceived risks and benefits: a review
Authors: de Carvalho Guilherme Juliani , Machado Marcio Cardoso , Correa Victor Silva 
Published: December 2023

Purpose This study uses the antecedents, decisions and outcomes (ADO) framework to identify how perceived risks and benefits relate to the omnichannel strategy and influence consumer behavior.Design/methodology/approach A systematic review was conducted on 111 articles (2014–2023) on Scopus using NVivo® software for content analysis.Findings The literature on omnichannel is fragmented between journals and lines of research, making it difficult to identify influential journals in the area and preventing effective convergence. When the perception of risk is greater than the perception of benefits, companies must understand how to mitigate the risk, so that the adoption of an omnichannel strategy is not canceled.Research limitations/implications The review is limited to one database and does not consider specific products/services or consumer profiles.Originality/value This review broadens understanding of omnichannel from a perspective neglected by researchers, namely risks and benefits and their impacts on organizational results. The model will clarify how the literature on omnichannel has evolved and instigate new research.
The diffusion of platform self-operation on reputation-based two-layer network
Authors: Li Ping , Wu Bin 
Published: December 2023

PurposeDue to the cross-network effect, two-sided users communicate with each other, producing a coupling network. To study the spread of platform self-operation in two-sided users' marketing and purchasing tactics, this paper considers the differences in reputation acquired by platform-owned and third-party operating channels.Design/methodology/approachThis study proposes a two-layer network with cross-network links: one layer represents the social network of consumers, while the other layer represents the competitive network of buyers. A closed system of differential equations, based on the binary dynamics of the stochastic network, is developed to study the trend and stability points of the platform self-operation dissemination. Then the overall benefits of platform are analyzed to unify the platform diffusion and pricing strategies.FindingsThe degree of difference in social influence and cross-network effects affect diffusion synergistically. Cross-network effects hinder diffusion when there is a significant difference of social influence between consumers and sellers but promote diffusion when there is little difference of social influence between consumers and sellers. Additionally, the network weights and reputation gap exhibit a nonlinear correlation with diffusion. For pricing strategy of the platform, it can achieve maximum profit when the pricing of self-operated goods and third-party-operated goods is equal.Originality/valueThis study considers the complex network architecture created by bilateral markets and the dynamic influence of group interactions on product. Additionally, this study takes reputation into account when considering the price and dissemination tactics of various operating channels, offering guidelines for platforms to control merchants and mediate disputes between various operating channels.
Critical success factors of co-innovation platforms: a systematic literature review
Authors: Ozturk Elif , Turker Hande Bahar , Nasir V. Aslihan 
Published: December 2023

PurposeCollaborating with consumers during new product development can provide companies with significant benefits and competitive advantages. Although several studies have been conducted on the design of co-innovation platforms, there is still a need for a more comprehensive understanding of the co-innovation phenomenon. To address this gap, this research aims to identify the critical success factors of co-innovation platforms and provide an extensive analysis of the variables that determine their effectiveness.Design/methodology/approachThis study presents a systematic literature review of co-innovation platforms based on an analysis of 89 articles published in 50 scholarly journals in the disciplines of information systems, marketing and business, covering the years from 2006 to 2022.FindingsThe review synthesizes the current state of scientific knowledge and groups prior studies thematically as critical success factors of co-innovation platforms. As a result, eight success factors have been identified in terms of quantity and quality of contributions. These factors include product involvement, perceived fairness, sense of community, interactive environment, employee involvement, participant diversity, assessment structure and task design.Originality/valueThe study consolidates existing research about the critical success of co-innovation platforms. It also provides a research framework that incorporates a diverse set of variables that can be used to assess co-innovation performance in future studies.
Factors influencing TikTok-based user purchase intention: comparison between potential customers and repeat customers
Authors: Zhao Hongying , Wagner Christian 
Published: December 2023

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine how different types of user experience in TikTok impact purchase intention via commitment to the influencer and commitment to the platform, with customer type included to determine moderating effects. Three types of user experience are considered: information experience, entertainment experience and parasocial-relationship-based experience.Design/methodology/approachThis study collected 458 valid questionnaires from TikTok users, employing the structural equation modeling approach to examine the proposed research model.FindingsInformation experience, entertainment experience and parasocial-relationship-based experience are found to critically stimulate user commitment to the influencer and commitment to the platform, in turn driving TikTok-based purchase intention. Tests incorporating customer type reveal that commitment to the influencer more strongly influences the purchase intention of repeat customers, with commitment to the platform more likely to stimulate purchase intention among potential customers.Research limitations/implicationsOn a theoretical level, the paper is among the first to examine TikTok-based user purchase intention with customer type as a moderator. On a practical level, the results can guide marketers to effectively promote products using TikTok and inspire TikTok managers to develop customized strategies to stimulate initial and repeat sales.Originality/valueTikTok is moving to the stage of commercialization and monetization by introducing e-commerce features. Although this move should cultivate particularly fertile ground for companies to sell products, TikTok user purchase behavior has yet to receive sufficient research attention, with little currently known about their purchase motivations. The current study uncovers the significant antecedents of users' purchase intention through TikTok, and further reveals the motivational differences among potential and repeat customers.
Culture uncovered: B2B salesforce job reviews as windows into corporate values
Authors: Lam Joey , Mulvey Michael S. , Robson Karen , Pitt Leyland 
Published: December 2023

Purpose
This study aims to help uncover corporate culture and values to attract and retain talent by understanding job reviews written by business-to-business (B2B) salespeople.

Design/methodology/approach
Over 40,000 job reviews on Glassdoor.com are analyzed by a dictionary-based content analysis tool, Linguistic Inquiry and Word Count (LIWC2015), to explore the links between corporate culture and linguistics characteristics of reviews as articulated by B2B salespeople. This study adopted a multidimensional scaling approach based on the nine cultural value scores to create a map of corporate profiles. A projection of the LIWC2015 scores on this map uncovers differences in language patterns and emotions expressed across the profiles.

Findings
Findings reveal a map of corporate profiles with two dimensions, namely, product-centricity and customer-centricity, that divide salesforce subculture into a 2 × 2 matrix of four types: Empathic Innovators, Product Pioneers, Customer Champions and Commodity Traders.

Originality/value
This study combined two data sets, scores on CultureX’s nine cultural values (agility, collaboration, customer orientation, diversity, execution, innovation, integrity, performance and respect) and job reviews on Glassdoor.com. This research seeks to develop profiles of the organizational culture and to use a blend of qualitative and quantitative methods. This study adds to the literature on salesforce subculture and showcases a solution to the methodological difficulty in categorizing and measuring culture.
Dual-career expatriate partners' motives for supporting international assignments: evidence from a patriarchal society
Authors: Nery-Kjerfve Tania , Polesello Daiane 
Published: December 2023

PurposeExtant expatriate literature largely adopts a global north/western focus and expatriate-centric approach in investigating spousal/partners’ motives for supporting expatriation. Contrastingly, this study focuses on the lived experiences of dual-career female partners from an emerging global south economy and a patriarchal society as it relates to motives for supporting a partner’s international assignment (IA) to a developed country.Design/methodology/approachThis investigation adopts a hermeneutic interpretive phenomenology research design. Twelve career-oriented female partners from an emerging global south economy (Brazil) who supported a partner’s IA to a developed country (USA) participated in this study. The data included semi-structured interviews and field notes.FindingsThe study indicates that societal constraints, gendered career experiences and career and life stage reasons influenced women’s decision to engage in career opt out and/or interruption in support of their partners' IA. Further, patriarchal long-lasting structures and ideologies shaped women’s career experiences; women perceived IAs as a means of acquiring embodied and institutionalized cosmopolitan capital for themselves and their families in order to gain a better position in a transnational/globalized world.Research limitations/implicationsAlthough the sample size of this study is appropriate for the methodological choice adopted, future studies should include more participants and address different socioeconomic, political and cultural contexts.Originality/valueThis study highlights dual-career female partners' lived experiences in an emerging global south economy and a patriarchal society as it relates to motives for supporting IAs.
A qualitative perspective of the role of Malawi Library Association in developing librarianship in Malawi: opportunities and challenges
Authors: Simwaka Kaitano , Chifuniro Ellen , Chalochiwawa Robert , Kabwilo Tina Mutalama , Chimutu Sandram 
Published: December 2023

PurposeThe study aims to unpack the role of Malawi Library Association (MALA) in developing librarianship in Malawi. It also explores an array of opportunities and challenges that are present for MALA.Design/methodology/approachThe study applies the interpretivist paradigm for the research design. Qualitative data were collected from a purposeful sample totaling 24 practicing librarians and paraprofessionals in different work environments to inform the study phenomenon.FindingsThe study gathers that the role of MALA has been in its infancy stage for a long time. However, the apparent developments of MALA manifest in its pro-educational initiatives. Overall, MALA is impeded by a litany of obstacles such as financial constraints and a lack of advocacy strategy.Originality/valueThe study theorizes the role of MALA by triangulating the advocacy coalition framework, institutional theory and professionalization theory in the library and information practice.