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What Happens Next to Self-Expressive Flexible Meter?
Authors: Murphy Nancy 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
This chapter synthesizes the importance of flexible meter as self-expression in singer-songwriter music in the 1960s and 1970s. After 1972, the five artists in this study add ensembles to their performances and generally do not include the more extreme timings of flexible meter. Yet there are some exceptions. Sainte-Marie’s 2017 recording of her 1966 song “My Country ‘Tis of Thy People You’re Dying” demonstrates how flexible meter can be revived for self-expression in performances beyond 1972. This activist song shows the expressive impact of extreme timing flexibility and reinforces the critical import of flexible meter as a self-expressive rhetoric in singer-songwriter music.
Introduction
Authors: Lim Désirée 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
This chapter opens with an examination of the difficulties of immigration, with the primary observation that immigration is typically much more burdensome and fraught for low-skilled migrants than highly skilled migrants. From there, it introduces the key idea that skill-selective immigration policies are unjust because they are socially subordinating to low-skilled migrants, even if they are commonly regarded as neutral or desirable. It goes on to provide theoretical background to the concept of social equality and the different forms it can take. After that, it explains the motivations for the book and outlines the chapters to follow.
Local Cosmopolitans
Authors: Orsini Francesca 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
What does it mean to be a cosmopolitan in a small, provincial town or court? This chapter examines poetic education and poetic practices in the production and reproduction of social and cultural distinction for local elites in the qasbas and mud forts of Awadh, whether in Persian or in the cosmopolitan vernacular of Brajbhasha. Several authors indicate that their education was multilingual, but the chapter argues that, in order to display mastery over the poetic codes of the different languages, these local cosmopolitans kept these languages and poetic codes quite separate, unlike the Sants. Being a local cosmopolitan also involved inscribing one’s family, small town, or patron within cosmopolitan codes and maps. The chapter ends by arguing that the boom of Urdu poetry in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, which made the regional kingdom of Awadh and its capital, Lucknow, an Urdu cultural center, has obliterated memories of the older Persian-Brajbhasha elite poetic culture.
Sharing Nuclear Secrets
Authors: Baylis John , Eames Anthony 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The existential nature of nuclear weapons and the extreme devastation that they can cause make dependence on other nuclear powers and the exchange of nuclear secrets difficult to achieve and maintain. In this sense nuclear weapons can cause tensions and mistrust between allies. Sharing Nuclear Secrets looks at the nuclear relationship between Britain and the United States and argues that the relationship is much less straightforward than it is often portrayed. The study highlights the remarkable degree of trust between Prime Ministers and Presidents who have directed nuclear policy, and particularly between the two nuclear scientific communities, which has helped to institutionalize a set of formal and informal cooperative arrangements that have stood the test of time from the wartime period, through the Cold War and the post-Cold War eras. It also considers the periods of mistrust and ambiguity in the relationship, when both countries have pursued independent nuclear policies or have attempted to use areas of nuclear cooperation to enhance their own security interests. The study develops the idea of ‘ambiguous trust’ which adds to the emerging literature on ‘Trust in IR’.
Screening for the social determinants of health: Referring patients to community-based services
Authors: Mullen Leigh G. , Oermann Marilyn H. , Cockroft Marianne C. , Sharpe Leslie M. , Davison Jean A. 
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:
Screening patients for the social determinants of health (SDOH) allows clinicians to identify those needs and tailor referral efforts. Due to constraints on clinic time and monetary resources, a simple screening tool incorporated into existing clinic workflow increases its usefulness and impact.

Local problem:
Our free, nurse-led, mobile health clinic (MHC) needed an enhanced process or tool for screening patients for SDOH. The purpose of this quality-improvement project was to screen adult patients in the MHC for SDOH needs and to increase volunteer staff perceptions of their knowledge and confidence in referring patients to relevant community-based services.

Methods:
A screening process and tool was developed using guidelines from the Health Leads to identify patients' SDOH needs and related requests for assistance. The tool was introduced to and tested among volunteer staff through pretest/posttest surveys.

Interventions:
Patients who visited the clinic were screened for the SDOH within the project period, and volunteer staff were surveyed about their perceptions of the screening tool.

Results:
Sixty-four patients were screened for SDOH needs. Twenty-three percent reported food insecurity, 27% housing insecurity, 14% difficulty obtaining utilities, and 17% difficulty obtaining transportation; 28% requested assistance with their reported SDOH needs. Seventeen percent of patients reported two or more SDOH needs. At posttest, 100% of volunteer staff (N = 9) indicated satisfaction with the SDOH screening questions, reported feeling knowledgeable about resources to use for patient referrals, and were confident in referring patients to needed resources.

Conclusion:
The screening tool aptly guided practice and was evaluated as “easy to use” for clinic patients and volunteer staff.
Artificial intelligence and new business models in agriculture: a structured literature review and future research agenda
Authors: Cavazza Alberto , Dal Mas Francesca , Paoloni Paola , Manzo Martina 
Published: July 2023

PurposeArtificial Intelligence (AI) is a growing technology impacting several business fields. The agricultural sector is facing several challenges, which may be supported by the use of such a new advanced technology. The aim of the paper is to map the state-of-the-art of AI applications in agriculture, their advantages, barriers, implications and the ability to lead to new business models, depicting a future research agenda.Design/methodology/approachA structured literature review has been conducted, and 37 contributions have been analyzed and coded using a detailed research framework.FindingsFindings underline the multiple uses and advantages of AI in agriculture and the potential impacts for farmers and entrepreneurs, even from a sustainability perspective. Several applications and algorithms are being developed and tested, but many barriers arise, starting from the lack of understanding by farmers and the need for global investments. A collaboration between scholars and practitioners is advocated to share best practices and lead to practical solutions and policies. The promising topic of new business models is still under-investigated and deserves more attention from scholars and practitioners.Originality/valueThe paper reports the state-of-the-art of AI in agriculture and its impact on the development of new business models. Several new research avenues have been identified.
The impact of corporate ownership structure on corporate risk disclosure: evidence from an emerging economy
Authors: Alshirah Malek , Alshira’h Ahmad 
Published: July 2023

Purpose
The aim of this study is to measure the risk disclosure level and to determine the relationship between ownership structure dimensions (institutional ownership, foreign ownership and family ownership) and corporate risk disclosure in Jordan.

Design/methodology/approach
This study used a sample of 94 Jordanian listed firms from the Amman Stock Exchange for the period from 2014 to 2017. This study measured risk disclosure using the number of risk-related sentences in the annual report, while random effects regression was used for hypotheses testing.

Findings
The results revealed that family ownership has a negative effect on risk disclosure practices, but institutional ownership, foreign ownership, firm size and leverage have no significant effect on the risk disclosure level.

Practical implications
The finding of this study is more likely be useful for many concerned parties, researchers, authorities, investors and financial analysts alike in understanding the current practices of the risk disclosure in Jordan, thus helping them in reconsidering and reviewing the accounting standards and improving the credibility and transparency of the financial reports in the Jordanian capital market.

Originality/value
This study offers novel evidence detailing the impact of ownership structure toward corporate risk disclosure, its implementation in emerging markets following the minimal amount of scholarly efforts on the topic. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first examination of the impact of ownership structure on corporate risk disclosure. Thus, this study has important implications for the decisions of executives, policymakers, shareholders and lenders, as it enables them to better understand the linkage between ownership structure on corporate risk disclosure.
Hustle and influence: the dynamics of illicit small business and political connections
Authors: Al Sayah Maher , Salloum Charbel , Jarrar Hajer , Salloum Laura , Verdie Jean-François 
Published: July 2023

Purpose
This study aims to explore the political dimension of social network theory and assess how these connections motivate entrepreneurial activity and enhance postentry stages. The authors take an individualistic approach to the topic of institutional deterioration by uncovering the potential opportunities it can create, as entrepreneurship often arises when a market opportunity is perceived.

Design/methodology/approach
This study used a quantitative approach, using a self-selection sampling method to target private entities that own electric generators (also known as “illicit SMEs”) who are providing electricity services to the community despite the deterioration of the public energy sector in Lebanon. Data was collected through a survey administered electronically to 230 illicit SMEs, using a judgmental sampling method to ensure representation from all Lebanese governorates. The collected data was analyzed using ordinal least squares regression models.

Findings
The findings indicate a significant relationship between institutional deterioration and the reinvestment rate of entrepreneurs, with the moderating effect of political connections suggesting that the impact of institutional deterioration is dependent on the strength of an entrepreneur’s political connections.

Practical implications
The research findings demonstrate the significant influence of social ties and political connections on entrepreneurial activities, particularly in the context of SMEs that are providing services “illegally”. These results shed light on the importance of considering the role of social and political factors in the success and sustainability of entrepreneurial ventures operating in challenging environments.

Originality/value
Entrepreneurial studies typically focus on free market platforms and supply-demand associations, assuming perfect government conditions. However, this study differs from previous research by highlighting the positive impact of social ties on entrepreneurial market access within a socially linked environment. The findings suggest the importance of considering social connections in entrepreneurial studies, particularly in challenging economic and political contexts.
Driving sustainable growth: exploring the link between financial innovation, green finance and sustainability performance: banking evidence
Authors: Hussain Shahid , Rasheed Abdul , Rehman Saad ur 
Published: July 2023

PurposeThis research paper aims to explore the link between financial innovation (FINV), green finance (GRF) and sustainability performance (SUSP) with the overarching objective of driving sustainable growth. The purpose is to understand how the integration of FINV and GRF can contribute to improved SUSP for businesses and organizations.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopts a survey-based approach, synthesizing existing scholarly works, empirical studies and industry reports. It examines the theoretical foundations and empirical evidence to understand the relationship between FINV, GRF and SUSP.FindingsThe findings highlight a positive relationship between GRF and SUSP. GRF acts as a catalyst for FINV by providing the necessary financial resources and incentives for organizations to invest in sustainable technologies and practices. It enables businesses to enhance their SUSP by adopting environmentally friendly processes, reducing carbon emissions and promoting resource efficiency. The integration of FINV and GRF fosters sustainable growth by aligning economic, environmental and social objectives.Originality/valueThis research paper contributes to the existing literature by offering a comprehensive examination of the link between FINV, GRF and SUSP. It consolidates and synthesizes previous studies, providing a holistic view of the topic. The paper also presents practical implications for businesses and policymakers, emphasizing the need for strategic integration of GRF and FINV to drive sustainable growth. The identification of future research directions adds originality to the study, guiding scholars and practitioners toward areas of further investigation.
Intraspecific scaling and early life history determine the cost of free‐flight in a large beetle (Batocera rufomaculata)
Authors: Urca Tomer , Levin Eran , Gefen Eran , Ribak Gal 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe scaling of the energetic cost of locomotion with body mass is well documented at the interspecific level. However, methodological restrictions limit our understanding of the scaling of flight metabolic rate (MR) in free‐flying insects. This is particularly true at the intraspecific level, where variation in body mass and flight energetics may have direct consequences for the fitness of an individual. We applied a 13C stable isotope method to investigate the scaling of MR with body mass during free‐flight in the beetle Batocera rufomaculata. This species exhibits large intraspecific variation in adult body mass as a consequence of the environmental conditions during larval growth. We show that the flight‐MR scales with body mass to the power of 0.57, with smaller conspecifics possessing up to 2.3 fold higher mass‐specific flight MR than larger ones. Whereas the scaling exponent of free‐flight MR was found to be like that determined for tethered‐flight, the energy expenditure during free‐flight was more than 2.7 fold higher than for tethered‐flight. The metabolic cost of flight should therefore be studied under free‐flight conditions, a requirement now enabled by the 13C technique described herein for insect flight.
The EU's Combating Antisemitism Policy: Agenda Setting and the Making of a ‘European Polity’
Authors: Dudek Carolyn M. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractAntisemitism was on the rise after 9/11, yet, until 2015, there was weak policy to address it at the national and EU levels. The following examines why and how antisemitism policy emerged on the EU agenda culminating in the creation of the 2021 comprehensive strategy to combat antisemitism. Utilizing punctuated equilibrium theory, crisification literature and literature on Commission entrepreneurship, the article explores why, although other violent attacks had occurred against Jews, it would take the double attacks in 2015 to bring attention to antisemitism within the Commission. Leadership at the EU level, NGOs working with EU institutions, a working definition of antisemitism, along with pre‐existent EU legal bases in antidiscrimination law, would help promote antisemitism policy to the EU level. The EU's adoption of antisemitism policy demonstrates both Commission agenda setting and prioritizing antisemitism due to its threat to EU fundamental ideals, thus promoting a ‘European polity’ based on values.
Targeting Methionine Addiction of Cancer Cells with Methioninase
Authors: Pokrovsky Vadim S. , Abo Qoura Louay , Demidova Elena A. , Han Qinghong , Hoffman Robert M. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
All types of cancer cells are addicted to methionine, which is known as the Hoffman effect. Restricting methionine inhibits the growth and proliferation of all tested types of cancer cells, leaving normal cells unaffected. Targeting methionine addiction with methioninase (METase), either alone or in combination with common cancer chemotherapy drugs, has been shown as an effective and safe therapy in various types of cancer cells and animal cancer models. About six years ago, recombinant METase (rMETase) was found to be able to be taken orally as a supplement, resulting in anecdotal positive results in patients with advanced cancer. Currently, there are 8 published clinical studies on METase, including two from the 1990s and six more recent ones. This review focuses on the results of clinical studies on METase-mediated methionine restriction, in particular, on the dosage of oral rMETase taken alone as a supplement or in combination with common chemotherapeutic agents in patients with advanced cancer.
Hydrogenation of CO2 over Biochar-Supported Catalysts
Authors: Svidersky S. A. , Dement’eva O. S. , Ivantsov M. I. , Grabchak A. A. , Kulikova M. V. , Maximov A. L. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The study investigates hydrogenation of CO2 over mono- and bimetallic catalysts supported on biochar. In this reaction, bimetallic iron–cobalt catalysts were shown to surpass monometallic iron and cobalt catalysts in terms of catalytic performance. The optimal combination of performance parameters was reached at an iron to cobalt ratio of 3 : 1. The composition and genesis of the active phase in the bimetallic Fe–Co catalyst were identified, and the CO2 hydrogenation mechanism was suggested for an iron-dominated bimetallic catalyst. Using biochar as a support was found to provide an active phase composition favorable for CO2 hydrogenation.
MDRD is the eGFR equation most strongly associated with 4-year mortality among patients with diabetes in Colombia
Authors: Mendivil Carlos O , Gnecco-González Sofía , Herrera-Parra Lina J , Hernández Vargas Juliana A , Ramírez-García Nathaly , Acuña-Merchán Lizbeth 
Published: July 2023

IntroductionWe compared the association of glomerular filtration rate (GFR) estimated with the Cockcroft-Gault, Modification of Diet in Renal Disease study (MDRD), Chronic Kidney Disease Epidemiology Collaboration (CKD-EPI), or the new CKD-EPI without race (CKD-EPI-NR) equations, with 4-year all-cause mortality in patients with diabetes.Research design and methodsWe analyzed a nationwide, centralized database of all adults diagnosed with diabetes assisted by the Colombian Health System between July 1, 2015, and June 30, 2019. Plasma creatinine was used to calculate baseline estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and classify each patient in a chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage, by each of the four equations. We used multivariate logistic regression to compare the association between CKD stage and mortality, and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analyses to assess the overall association of eGFR by each equation and mortality.ResultsThe study included 758,219 patients (58% female, 7.2% black race, mean age 62.3, Glycated hemoglobin A1c [HbA1c] 7.4%). There were 35,296 deaths over the study follow-up. Considering eGFR by each equation as a continuous variable, the odds of death decreased by 1.1%–1.5% for each additional mL/min. Compared with CKD stage 1 of each equation, being placed in CKD stages 3a, 3b, or 4 by MDRD or CKD-EPI-NR was associated with greater odds of death than being categorized in the same stages by CKD-EPI. Among patients of black race, the adjusted OR of mortality for CKD stage 4 relative to stage 1 was 4.63 (95% CI 3.39 to 6.35) for MDRD, 3.66 (2.85 to 4.69) for CKD-EPI-NR, 3.01 (2.38 to 3.81) for CKD-EPI, and 2.82 (2.29 to 3.49) for Cockcroft-Gault. The area under the ROC curve to discriminate by survival status was greatest for MDRD, followed by CKD-EPI-NR, CKD-EPI, and Cockcroft-Gault, in that order (p<0.001 for all differences).ConclusionsCompared with other eGFR equations, MDRD showed the strongest association with all-cause mortality in a sample of Latin-American patients with diabetes. This difference was most pronounced among patients of black race.
Higher risk of future events, mortality and greater healthcare use among patients with increasingly recurrent atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease events in Taiwan: a retrospective cohort study
Authors: Hsu Chia-Yun , Chen Wen-Jone , Lin Hung-Ju , Chen Ho-Min , Yang Yea-Harn , Chen Wei-Ju , Chen Chieh-Min , Hsiao Fei-Yuan 
Published: July 2023

ObjectivesTo describe the occurrence of recurrent atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) events within 3 years after a new-onset event, the associated disease burden and statin prescribing in patients with ASCVD in Taiwan.DesignRetrospective cohort study.SettingThis was a retrospective cohort study using Taiwan’s National Health Insurance Research Database.ParticipantsIn total, 111 399, 133 538 and 21 572 patients who were hospitalised with diagnosis of coronary heart disease (CHD), cerebrovascular disease (CBVD) and peripheral artery disease (PAD), respectively, between 1 January 2012 and 31 December 2014.Primary and secondary outcome measuresFor each index and recurrent event, patients were observed for 12 months after admission to quantify risks of mortality, recurrent events, statin treatment and healthcare use.ResultsWe identified 97 321, 120 914 and 14 794 patients with new-onset CHD, CBVD and PAD, respectively. The proportions of developing first, second and third recurrent events were 22.5%, 25.6% and 30.9% for CHD; 20.9%, 26.2% and 32.4% for CBVD and 40.2%, 41.4% and 43.6% for PAD, respectively. Most patients had the same type of ASCVD for their recurrent events as their new-onset event. The mortality rates increased with each recurrent event (p<0.05 for all three ASCVD groups). The rates of hospital readmission and emergency room (ER) visit increased with increasing recurrent events. For example, in the CHD group, the 1-year readmission rates following the index, first and second recurrent events were 43.1%, 47.6% and 55.3%, respectively, and the proportions of visiting ER were 46.4%, 51.9% and 57.8%, respectively. Statin prescribing was suboptimal at time of index event and recurrent events.ConclusionRecurrent ASCVD events were associated with a higher risk of recurrent event and mortality and greater healthcare use. However, statin prescriptions at index event and after each recurrent event were suboptimal.