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Current state and future directions of green and sustainable finance: a bibliometric analysis
Authors: Naeem Muhammad Abubakr , Karim Sitara , Rabbani Mustafa Raza , Bashar Abu , Kumar Satish 
Published: July 2023

Purpose
Growing attention of policymakers, governments and regulation authorities towards climate change and global warming has spurred the extensive need to carefully examine the current practices of green and sustainable finance. This study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis on the current state and future directions of green and sustainable finance through bibliometric analysis.

Design/methodology/approach
For extensive bibliometric analysis, the study comprises 1,413 documents published in peer-reviewed journals indexed in the SCOPUS database for the period ranging from 1990 to 2021.

Findings
The authors find that there are mainly three key areas of green and sustainable finance, which are largely addressed by the scholars following the given time. The key areas include socially responsible investments, green finance and climate finance that are in line with the previous studies and existing trends and practices prevailing in the business and corporate world.

Practical implications
The findings are important for policymakers, regulatory bodies, upcoming scholars, environmentalists and investors as findings of the study provide an effective framework for adopting sustainable strategies, to trade-off between profits and environmental hazards and to generate value from the green avenues of research and practice.

Originality/value
The study offers novel contributions to the existing literature in terms of comprehensively providing evidence of the current practices of green and sustainable finance. Meanwhile, significant implications for the prospective audience further refine the contribution of research.
Whose normal is the new normal anyway? A critical leadership appraisal of university administrators in a waning pandemic
Authors: Spector Bert 
Published: July 2023

PurposeThe purpose is to offer a critique of the process of decision-making by top university administrators and to analyze how their decisions imposed their preferences and expanded administrative control.Design/methodology/approachIn the fall of 2021, the top administrators at Boston-based Northeastern University required that all members of the university community return to fully on-campus face-to-face work. That decision involved a return to what was labeled “normal operations” and followed a year-and-a-half of adjustments to the COVID-19 pandemic. Building on that case example, the analysis then ranges backward and forward in time. Other decisions – by Northeastern University leaders as well as leaders at other schools – are considered as well.FindingsLeaders impose labels on complex contingencies as a way of constructing meaning. No label is objectively true or indisputable. In the hands of individuals who possess hierarchical power and authority, the application of a label such as “new normal” represents an exercise of power. Through an exploration and analysis of the underlying, unspoken, assumptions behind the application of the “new normal” label, the article suggests how the interests of university leaders were being advanced.Research limitations/implicationsBecause of its reliance on labeling, the paper focuses mainly on the words of administrators – at Northeastern University and elsewhere – that are called upon to explain/justify decisions. The multiplicity of interests forwarded by the “new normal” label are explored. No attempt is made – nor would it be possible – to understand what was in the hearts and minds of these administrators.Practical implicationsThe article makes a case that any and all pronouncements of leaders should be understood as assertions of power and statements of interests. The practical impact is to suggest a critical analysis to be applied to all such pronouncements.Social implicationsThe approach taken in this article is situated within post-modernist analysis that critiques dominant narratives, disputes epistemological certainty and ontological objectivity and takes cognizance of coded messages contained in language.Originality/valueEveryone has been through a traumatic period of time with the pandemic. The author has focused on a specific community – university administrators and tenure/tenure track faculty – as a window to help explain how decision-makers shaped their response. The author wants to emphasize the labels imposed by leaders and the assumptions behind the application of those labels.
Accessibility and smart tourism: tourism for all and reducing inequalities: a tourism agenda 2030
Authors: Arbidane Iluta , Puzule Anita , Znotina Daina , Narkuniene Ramute , Daubariene Jurgita 
Published: July 2023

PurposeThis study analyses the role of tourism in the context of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, as well as the need to integrate sustainability into tourism policies, which contribute to the development and accessibility of technologies and the quality of society.Design/methodology/approachThis study reviews the accessibility of the tourism industry and the expansion of smart tourism in terms of sustainability, reviewing a wide range of research papers and analysing the concepts, findings and approaches suggested by scientists from various countries, as well as examples from the Baltic States.FindingsThe results reveal that the tourism industry is capable of adapting to changing conditions in modern society in a short enough period, thus contributing to the expansion of smart tourism and their active implementation at tourist attractions. In view of the goals set by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the accessibility of tourist attractions to various social groups should be provided through cooperation between public and private organizations.Originality/valueThis study explores the accessibility of tourism attractions and the development of smart tourism in the context of sustainability. Further, the article analyses some best practice examples from the Baltic States, which underpin the adaptation of the tourism industry to the changing conditions, as well as indicating the adaptation of the industry to the demands of modern society.
Generation time and seasonal migration explain variation in spatial population synchrony across European bird species
Authors: Martin Ellen C. , Hansen Brage Bremset , Lee Aline Magdalena , Herfindal Ivar 
Published: July 2023

AbstractSpatial population synchrony is common among populations of the same species and is an important predictor of extinction risk. Despite the potential consequences for metapopulation persistence, we still largely lack understanding of what makes one species more likely to be synchronized than another given the same environmental conditions.Generally, environmental conditions in a shared environment or a species' sensitivity to the environment can explain the extent of synchrony. Populations that are closer together experience more similar fluctuations in their environments than those populations that are further apart and are therefore more synchronized. The relative importance of environmental and demographic stochasticity for population dynamics is strongly linked to species' life‐history traits, such as pace of life, which may impact population synchrony. For populations that migrate, there may be multiple environmental conditions at different locations driving synchrony. However, the importance of life history and migration tactics in determining patterns of spatial population synchrony have rarely been explored empirically. We therefore hypothesize that increasing generation time, a proxy for pace of life, would decrease spatial population synchrony and that migrants would be less synchronized than resident species.We used population abundance data on breeding birds from four countries to investigate patterns of spatial population synchrony in growth rate and abundance. We calculated the mean spatial population synchrony between log‐transformed population growth rates or log‐transformed abundances for each species and country separately. We investigated differences in synchrony across generation times in resident (n = 67), short‐distance migrant (n = 86) and long‐distance migrant (n = 39) bird species.Species with shorter generation times were more synchronized than species with longer generation times. Short‐distance migrants were more synchronized than long‐distance migrants and resident birds.Our results provide novel empirical links between spatial population synchrony and species traits known to be of key importance for population dynamics, generation time and migration tactics. We show how these different mechanisms can be combined to understand species‐specific causes of spatial population synchrony. Understanding these specific drivers of spatial population synchrony is important in the face of increasingly severe threats to biodiversity and could be key for successful future conservation outcomes.
The paradoxical role of social class background in the educational and labour market outcomes of the children of immigrants in the UK
Authors: Zuccotti Carolina V. , Platt Lucinda 
Published: July 2023

AbstractDespite predominantly lower social class origins, the second generation of established immigrant groups in the UK are now attaining high levels of education. However, they continue to experience poorer labour market outcomes than the majority population. These worse outcomes are often attributed in part to their disadvantaged origins, which do not, by contrast, appear to constrain their educational success. This paper engages with this paradox. We discuss potential mechanisms for second‐generation educational success and how far we might expect these to be replicated in labour market outcomes. We substantiate our discussion with new empirical analysis. Drawing on a unique longitudinal study of England and Wales spanning 40 years and encompassing one per cent of the population, we present evidence on the educational and labour market outcomes of the second generation of four groups of immigrants and the white British majority, controlling for multiple measures of social origins. We demonstrate that second‐generation men and women's educational advantage is only partially reflected in the labour market. We reflect on the implications of our findings for future research.
Higher free testosterone in the third trimester was associated with lower abdominal circumference at birth in boys: Odense child cohort
Authors: Palm Camilla V. B. , Dreyer Anja F. , Boye Henriette , Jørgensen Jan S. , Wu Chunsen , Højsager Frederik D. , Jensen Tina K. , Glintborg Dorte , Andersen Marianne S. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractObjectiveTo investigate associations between maternal testosterone status and offspring birth anthropometrics.DesignPopulation‐based prospective cohort study.SettingUniversity Hospital.Population1486 mother–child dyads from Odense Child Cohort.MethodsMaternal blood samples were collected at gestational weeks 27–30 and free testosterone (FT) levels were calculated using the Vermeulen equation from total testosterone (TT) analysed by mass spectrometry and sex hormone binding globulin. Associations between FT or TT levels and birth anthropometrics were analysed with multiple linear regression models according to offspring sex with adjustment for maternal age, parity, smoking and educational level. Analyses were repeated with polycystic ovary syndrome as exposure for offspring birth anthropometrics.Main outcome measuresOffspring birth weight (BW), birth length, abdominal and head circumferences.ResultsMaternal mean (SD) age was 30.2 (4.5) years and pre‐pregnancy body mass index was 23.5 (5.3) kg/m2. In boys (n = 787), higher FT was associated with lower birth weight (adjusted doubling constant = −65.53, P = 0.010), shorter birth length (adjusted doubling constant = −0.43, P < 0.001), and lower abdominal circumference (adjusted doubling constant = −0.39, P < 0.001); Higher TT was associated with lower abdominal circumference (adjusted doubling constant = −0.25, P = 0.028). In girls, no associations were found between maternal FT or TT and offspring anthropometrics.ConclusionsHigher maternal free testosterone exposure was linked to reduced birth weight, length and abdominal circumference in boys, whereas girls were not susceptible to maternal testosterone exposure.
Corporate social responsibility disclosure, dividend payments and firm value – Relations and mediating effects
Authors: de Villiers Charl , Ma Diandian , Marques Ana 
Published: July 2023

AbstractWe examine the relations between corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosures, dividend payments and firm value. We use an international sample and measure CSR disclosures based on Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) disclosure levels, which we divide into two parts (unexpected and expected disclosures). We find three main results. First, firms with higher levels of unexpected CSR disclosure pay higher dividends, and this association is attributable to firms where unexpected CSR disclosure is aligned with CSR performance. Second, only the unexpected part of CSR disclosures is positively associated with share prices. Third, this positive association is fully mediated by dividends.
Cultural diversity and Indigenous participation on Australian corporate boards: Harder but better decisions
Authors: Weerasinghe Ashesha , Chapple Larelle (Ellie) , Williamson Alexandra 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThis study explores Indigenous Australians' participation on corporate boards. We confirm the significant under‐representation of Indigenous Australians on corporate boards. Using data collected from semi‐structured interviews with business leaders, we explore their perceptions of cultural diversity and pathways to directorships provided by corporate Australia for Indigenous Australians. Australian business leaders perceive the importance of cultural diversity (particularly in terms of its myriad benefits such as enhanced decision making), acknowledge the problem of limited diversity, and provide insights to improve diversity. Key pathways for Indigenous Australians include skills and experience, education and training, reputation, networking and organisational support.
Spheroid formation induces chemokine production in trophoblast‐derived Swan71 cells
Authors: Kanda Tatsuhito , Kagami Kyosuke , Iizuka Takashi , Kasama Haruki , Matsumoto Takeo , Sakai Yuya , Suzuki Takuma , Yamamoto Megumi , Matsuoka Ayumi , Yamazaki Rena , Hattori Akira , Horie Akihito , Daikoku Takiko , Ono Masanori , Fujiwara Hiroshi 
Published: July 2023

AbstractProblemIn the cell column of anchoring villi, the cytotrophoblast differentiates into extravillous trophoblast (EVT) and invades the endometrium in contact with maternal immune cells. Recently, chemokines were proposed to regulate the decidual immune response. To investigate the roles of chemokines around the anchoring villi, we examined the expression profiles of chemokines in the first‐trimester trophoblast‐derived Swan71 cells using a three‐dimensional culture model.Method of StudyThe gene expressions in the spheroid‐formed Swan71 cells were examined by microarray and qPCR analyses. The protein expressions were examined by immunochemical staining. The chemoattractant effects of spheroid‐formed Swan71 cells were examined by migration assay using monocyte‐derived THP‐1 cells.ResultsThe expressions of an EVT marker, laeverin, and matrix metalloproteases, MMP2 and MMP9, were increased in the spheroid‐cultured Swan71 cells. Microarray and qPCR analysis revealed that mRNA expressions of various chemokines, CCL2, CCL7, CCL20, CXCL1, CXCL2, CXCL5, CXCL6, CXCL8, and CXCL10, in the spheroid‐cultured Swan71 cells were up‐regulated as compared with those in the monolayer‐cultured Swan71 cells. These expressions were significantly suppressed by hypoxia. Migration assay showed that culture media derived from the spheroid‐formed Swan71 cells promoted THP‐1 cell migration.ConclusionThis study indicated that chemokine expressions in Swan71 cells increase under a spheroid‐forming culture and the culture media have chemoattractant effects. Since three‐dimensional cell assembling in the spheroid resembles the structure of the cell column, this study also suggests that chemokines play important roles in the interaction between EVT and immune cells in their early differentiation stage.
Standardization of clinical outcomes used in allergen immunotherapy in allergic asthma: An EAACI position paper
Authors: Kappen Jasper , Diamant Zuzana , Agache Ioana , Bonini Matteo , Bousquet Jean , Canonica G. Walter , Durham Stephen R. , Guibas George V. , Hamelmann Eckard , Jutel Marek , Papadopoulos Nikolaos G. , Roberts Graham , Shamji Mohamed H. , Zieglmayer Petra , Gerth van Wijk Roy , Pfaar Oliver 
Published: July 2023

AbstractIntroductionIn allergic asthma patients, one of the more common phenotypes might benefit from allergen immunotherapy (AIT) as add‐on intervention to pharmacological treatment. AIT is a treatment with disease‐modifying modalities, the evidence for efficacy is based on controlled clinical trials following standardized endpoint measures. However, so far there is a lack of a consensus for asthma endpoints in AIT trials. The aim of a task force (TF) of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) is evaluating several outcome measures for AIT in allergic asthma.MethodsThe following domains of outcome measures in asthmatic patients have been evaluated for this position paper (PP): (i) exacerbation rate, (ii) lung function, (iii) ICS withdrawal, (iv) symptoms and rescue medication use, (v) questionnaires (PROMS), (vi) bronchial/nasal provocation, (vii) allergen exposure chambers (AEC) and (viii) biomarkers.ResultsExacerbation rate can be used as a reliable objective primary outcome; however, there is limited evidence due to different definitions of exacerbation. The time after ICS withdrawal to first exacerbation is considered a primary outcome measure. Besides, the advantages and disadvantages and clinical implications of further domains of asthma endpoints in AIT trials are elaborated in this PP.ConclusionThis EAACI‐PP aims to highlight important aspects of current asthma measures by critically evaluating their applicability for controlled trials of AIT.
Comrades and spies
Authors: Hrešanová Ema 
Published: July 2023

AbstractWhen Czechs consider their involvement in the global colonial system, they usually imagine themselves as the victims of Soviet imperial power. This is the case among those Czech anthropologists whose research under state socialism was tightly circumscribed. But focusing on this history alone enables Czech scholars to obscure their nation's participation in “colonialism without colonies” and to maintain presumptions of “colonial innocence.” In fact, Czechs themselves imposed internal colonialism on the Roma and on people living in the country's sub‐Carpathian region. Some Czech scholars are increasingly reflecting on Czech colonialism, but others still perceive the decoloniality debate as a Western import in the postsocialist era. Nonetheless, anthropology's decolonizing projects may offer ways forward, helping us understand how Cold War imaginaries persist in academia.
Racial Capitalism, Political Reproduction, and the Commons: Insights from Migrant Solidarity Politics in Glasgow
Authors: Santamarina Ana 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThis paper foregrounds the centrality of reproductive politics in constituting the spaces of migrant activism. Addressing social reproductive issues as racial issues, it exposes how “premature death” and questions of survival shape migrants’ lives throughout the uneven geographies of racial capitalism. Drawing on the political experiences of the “No Evictions Network”—a migrant and activist‐led group campaigning for asylum seekers’ rights in Glasgow (Scotland)—the paper suggests the concept of “political reproduction”, grasping the interchange between care, trust, empowerment, political subjectivation, and the overcoming of barriers towards political action that take place within spaces of migrant activism. Building upon migrant voices and Black and Brown histories of organising, the paper explores the racialised, gendered, and classed character of reproductive activist labour in these spaces, evidencing the ways the notion of “political reproduction” breaks racialised and gendered constructions of political work.
Melding Wildlife Surveys to Improve Conservation Inference
Authors: Van Ee Justin J. , Hagen Christian A. , Jr. David C. Pavlacky , Fricke Kent A. , Koslovsky Matthew D. , Hooten Mevin B. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Integrated models are a popular tool for analyzing species of conservation concern. Species of conservation concern are often monitored by multiple entities that generate several datasets. Individually, these datasets may be insufficient for guiding management due to low spatio-temporal resolution, biased sampling, or large observational uncertainty. Integrated models provide an approach for assimilating multiple datasets in a coherent framework that can compensate for these deficiencies. While conventional integrated models have been used to assimilate count data with surveys of survival, fecundity, and harvest, they can also assimilate ecological surveys that have differing spatio-temporal regions and observational uncertainties. Motivated by independent aerial and ground surveys of lesser prairie-chicken, we developed an integrated modeling approach that assimilates density estimates derived from surveys with distinct sources of observational error into a joint framework that provides shared inference on spatio-temporal trends. We model these data using a Bayesian Markov melding approach and apply several data augmentation strategies for efficient sampling. In a simulation study, we show that our integrated model improved predictive performance relative to models for analyzing the surveys independently. We use the integrated model to facilitate prediction of lesser prairie-chicken density at unsampled regions and perform a sensitivity analysis to quantify the inferential cost associated with reduced survey effort.