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Student innovation capability in virtual team projects: lessons learnt from COVID-19 pandemic era
Authors: Iddris Faisal , Mensah Philip Opoku , Asiedu Richard , Mensah Henry Kofi 
Published: January 2023

PurposeThe purpose of this study was to examine students’ innovation capability in virtual team projects from the COVID-19 pandemic era.Design/methodology/approachThe researchers conducted an empirical study and the data were collected from a total of 308 participants engaging in virtual team projects. A structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to assess the relationship of the conceptual framework.FindingsThe findings showed that virtual team culture positively influenced propensity to innovate. Also, knowledge management and communication influenced propensity to innovate through the mediation of support for innovation.Practical implicationsDeveloping a strategy for propensity to innovate in any organization demands that project team members should be able to seamlessly communicate. Developing knowledge management, communication and support for innovation strategy in a virtual team may prepare an organization for permanently different post-pandemic events and the future turbulent business environment.Originality/valueThis study highlights innovation capability for the propensity to innovate, a topic that is not widely researched, especially in the context of virtual teams.
Sustainability reporting on the websites of public and private universities in Ghana
Authors: Amoako Kwame Oduro 
Published: January 2023

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to compare the sustainability dimensions reported on the websites of public and private universities in Ghana, an emerging economy.

Design/methodology/approach
The universities in Ghana were categorized under public and private universities. The top five under each category were chosen (by Edu Rank’s ratings), and data was gathered from the websites of the sampled universities. Data analysis was conducted using Global Reporting Initiative (GRI-G4) framework and sustainability tools for campus assessment. Findings were then analyzed through stakeholder theory’s lens and organizational characteristics such as ownership, students’ acceptance ratios, performance, size and age.

Findings
This study’s results show that the key aspects of sustainability disclosed on the websites of the sampled private and public universities in Ghana are more of economic and campus sustainability assessment indicators than the social and environmental dimensions. Contrary to the popular notion that private sector organizations do more sustainability reporting than those in the public sector, in the case of Ghana, the sampled public universities reported more than the privately owned universities. This study attributes the extent and variations of sustainability reporting among the public and private Ghanaian universities to the universities’ characteristics such as students’ acceptance ratios, performance, size, ownership and age.

Practical implications
The findings from this study indicate that in improving the value of sustainability reporting, stakeholders of the educational sector in emerging economies should encourage universities to adopt the GRI-G4 framework and campus sustainability assessment indicators in disclosing their sustainability initiatives.

Originality/value
To the best of the author’s knowledge, this paper is the first study to compare the extent and variations in sustainability reporting between public and private universities in an emerging economy.
Open data: an innovative learning resource for postgraduates
Authors: Dai Wuxiang , Zhou Yucen , Zhang Congcong , Zhang Hui 
Published: January 2023

PurposeWith the continuous development of the global COVID-19 epidemic, mobile learning has become one of the most significant learning approaches. The mobile learning resource is the basis of mobile learning; it may directly affect the effectiveness of mobile learning. However, the current learning resources cannot meet users' needs. This study aims to analyze the influencing factors of accepting open data as learning resources among users.Design/methodology/approachBased on the technology acceptance model (TAM) and the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT), this study proposed a comprehensive theoretical research model. Data were obtained from 398 postgraduates from several universities in central China. Confirmatory factor analysis was used to determine the reliability and validity of the measurement model. Data has been analyzed using SPSS and AMOS software.FindingsThe results suggested that perceived usefulness, performance expectancy, social influence and facilitating conditions have a positive influence on accepting open data as learning resources. Perceived ease of use was not found significant. Moreover, it was further shown in the study that behavioural intention significantly influenced the acceptance of open data as learning resources.Originality/valueThere is a lack of research on open data as learning resources in developing countries, especially in China. This study addresses the gap and helps us understand the acceptance of open data as learning resources in higher education. This study also pays attention to postgraduates' choice of learning resources, which has been little noticed before. Additionally, this study offers opportunities for further studies on the continuous usage of open data in higher education.
Servitization in the circular supply chain: delineating current research and setting future research plan
Authors: Mishra Ashutosh , Badhotiya Gaurav Kumar , Patil Amitkumar , Siddh Man Mohan , Ram Mangey 
Published: January 2023

PurposeThis study aims to explore a paradigm for using servitization in circular supply chains, with research fields including smart, sustainable supply chains, circular economy, innovation, digital technology, product service systems and sustainability as focal areas.Design/methodology/approachA comprehensive statistical analysis of the literature on servitization, circular economy and smart supply chains reveals the history of the industry, including scholarly work, major concerns and future research prospects. The database for the analysis is provided by Scopus. Consequently, 288 research articles were reviewed, and the research trends of servitization, circular supply chains and smart supply chains from 2014 to 2022 (Q1) were covered.FindingsThe analysis reconnoitres bibliometric statistics highlighting notable authors, contemporary keywords for sifting through the literature, scientific dimensions related to smart supply chain, servitization and the circular economy, historical growth based on exploration trends and country-by-country investigation of the research field. The study also proposes a conceptual framework that illustrates how a greater emphasis on removing barriers to servitization could increase the efficiency of various circular supply chains. Given this, there is room for further research into the role servitization plays in ensuring long-term sustainability.Originality/valueThis paper helps to understand current scholarly publications on servitization, smart supply chains and their significance in the circular economy. It also provides a template to utilize the field’s prior accomplishments as a guide to future research opportunities.
Does the ferry sector need soft total quality management practices? Evidence from an Italian ferry company
Authors: Torre Teresina , Petrolo Damiano , Pellegrini Massimiliano Matteo , Sarti Daria 
Published: January 2023

PurposeThe study aims to deepen existing knowledge on the specific role of soft total quality management (TQM) practices in the ferry sector. Over the last decade, TQM practices have been thoroughly restructured, allowing us to develop an appropriate framework through which the relevance of each practice to this particular sector can be explained.Design/methodology/approachA narrative case study has been conducted to enhance the quality orientation and soft TQM practices adopted by a medium-sized company in the ferry sector.FindingsThe study identifies five soft TQM practices that offer valuable contributions in terms of quality orientation. These are organised into a configurational and systemic approach according to a three-level framework. At the macro level, a customer-orientated approach is paramount, as this orientation clearly points out the fundamental values of TQM. Coherently, at the micro-level, employees should be trained, involved, and empowered to truly internalise and behave according to a quality orientation. At the meso-level, dedicated leadership should support these practices and foster their effectiveness across the organisational structure.Research limitations/implicationsThe main limitation of this study is related to its narrative analysis. More empirically-grounded research should be used in the future to test the validity of the model.Practical implicationsTQM practices can leverage soft aspects, finding mutual integrations and offering reciprocal support if a bundle of practices is enforced and co-present across several layers of an organisational structure.Originality/valueThe model offers a configurational approach to help the ferry sector in leveraging soft TQM practices to implement TQM initiatives successfully. This is subject to external contingencies and thus requires adaptability and flexibility.
Policy on innovation in Australia: Divergence in definitions, problems, and solutions
Authors: Lewis Jenny M. , Mikolajczak Gosia 
Published: January 2023

AbstractInnovation has joined the mainstream in many nations as governments search for new ways to tackle challenging societal and economic problems. But Australia is seen to be lagging on innovation policy. Is this related to how governments define innovation? What do they regard as the problem they are addressing? What proposed solutions follow from this? This paper examines how Australian governments have defined innovation over four decades, signalling their policy intentions about how to make the nation more innovative. Definitions of innovation are analysed using 79 Australian (national level) policy documents published from 1976 to 2019. Close reading of these documents suggests two main definitions: innovation as technology, and innovation as culture. Topic modelling uncovers more differentiated themes, shows how definitions change over time, and demonstrates an association between definitions and political parties in government. The divergent approaches suggest a lack of coherence and continuity to policy on innovation in Australia.Points for practitioners
Innovation has expanded and broadened in its definition and governments and policymakers have paid increasing attention to it.
In Australia, there are two main definitions of innovation used in policy—one related to technology and one related to culture.
The technology view of innovation can be further divided into a focus on businesses or a focus on research and development (R&D).
Different innovation definitions, problems, and solutions dominate at different times, with Coalition governments tending to favour business and technology over culture, and Labor governments doing the opposite.
There are divergent approaches to policy on innovation in Australia which suggest a lack of coherence and consistency in policy over the long term.
Synergism and phytotoxicity: The effects of tank‐mix additives on the biological efficacy of Cu2+ against Venturia inaequalis and Podosphaera leucotricha
Authors: Schmitz Christine , Luedeling Eike , Pariyar Shyam 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe wetting behaviour of the spray and the biological efficacy of Cu2+ active ingredients in agrochemical formulations may be enhanced by tank‐mix additives. We investigated how three BREAK‐THRU® additives (BT301: biodegradable, BT133 and BT420: bio‐based and biodegradable) tank‐mixed with commercial copper preparations influenced the spray distribution, leaf uptake and biological efficacy of copper additive mixtures against apple scab and apple powdery mildew under controlled conditions. We quantified the synergetic effects of these additives in foliar applications. In addition, we determined the phytotoxic potential and evaluated their impacts on photosynthetic activity, non‐photochemical quenching and ROS activity. The additives BT301 and BT420 strongly reduced surface tension and contact angle of copper treatments. The fluorescence observations revealed that BT301 achieved better spreading of copper formulation with more complete coverage of the leaf surface than BT420 and BT133, whereas ‘coffee‐ring’ spreading was observed with BT133. The additive BT301 showed an increase in relative fluorescence area, indicating higher ROS production as a signal of intra‐cellular tissue activity. The photochemical efficiency of photosystem II (Fv/Fm) was not negatively influenced by copper or additive treatment. Thus, we observed no phytotoxic effects of copper‐additive mixtures on apple leaves at treatment doses of 4 g Cu2+ L−1. All copper treatments reduced apple scab infections significantly, by 53%–76%. Interestingly, addition of BT301 to copper preparations showed the strongest biological efficacy (83% reduction) against Venturia inaequalis, whereas addition of BT420 showed the strongest effect against Podosphaera leucotricha (89% infection reduction). The synergetic effects of additives on the biological efficacy without phytotoxic effects on plants may have potential for reducing copper loads in horticultural production systems.
Protein phosphatase 2A activators reverse age‐related behavioral changes by targeting neural cell senescence
Authors: Xing Jun , Chen Kehua , Gao Shuaiyun , Pousse Mélanie , Ying Yilin , Wang Bo , Chen Lianxiang , Wang Cuicui , Wang Lei , Hu Weiguo , Lu Yiming , Gilson Eric , Ye Jing 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe contribution of cellular senescence to the behavioral changes observed in the elderly remains elusive. Here, we observed that aging is associated with a decline in protein phosphatase 2A (PP2A) activity in the brains of zebrafish and mice. Moreover, drugs activating PP2A reversed age‐related behavioral changes. We developed a transgenic zebrafish model to decrease PP2A activity in the brain through knockout of the ppp2r2c gene encoding a regulatory subunit of PP2A. Mutant fish exhibited the behavioral phenotype observed in old animals and premature accumulation of neural cells positive for markers of cellular senescence, including senescence‐associated β‐galactosidase, elevated levels cdkn2a/b, cdkn1a, senescence‐associated secretory phenotype gene expression, and an increased level of DNA damage signaling. The behavioral and cell senescence phenotypes were reversed in mutant fish through treatment with the senolytic ABT263 or diverse PP2A activators as well as through cdkn1a or tp53 gene ablation. Senomorphic function of PP2A activators was demonstrated in mouse primary neural cells with downregulated Ppp2r2c. We conclude that PP2A reduction leads to neural cell senescence thereby contributing to age‐related behavioral changes and that PP2A activators have senotherapeutic properties against deleterious behavioral effects of brain aging.
Trajectories of depression among patients in treatment for opioid use disorder: A growth mixture model secondary analysis of the XBOT trial
Authors: Vest Noel , Wenzel Kevin , Choo Tse‐Hwei , Pavlicova Martina , Rotrosen John , Nunes Edward , Lee Joshua D. , Fishman Marc 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackground and ObjectivesTo inform clinical practice, we identified subgroups of adults based on levels of depression symptomatology over time during opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment.MethodsParticipants were 474 adults in a 24‐week treatment trial for OUD. Depression symptoms were measured using the 17‐item Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM‐D) at nine‐time points. This was a secondary analysis of the Clinical Trials Network Extended‐Release Naltrexone versus Buprenorphine for Opioid Treatment (XBOT) trial using a growth mixture model.ResultsThree distinct depression trajectories were identified: Class 1 High Recurring—10% with high HAM‐D with initial partial reductions (of HAM‐D across time), Class 2 Persistently High—5% with persistently high HAM‐D, and Class 3 Low Declining—85% of the participants, with low HAM‐D with early sustained reductions. The majority (low declining) had levels of depression that improved in the first 4 weeks and then stabilized across the treatment period. In contrast, 15% (high recurring and persistently high) had high initial levels that were more variable across time. The persistently high class had higher rates of opioid relapse.Discussion and ConclusionsIn this OUD sample, most depressive symptomatology was mild and improved after medication treatment for opioid use disorder (MOUD). Smaller subgroups had higher depressive symptoms that persisted or recurred after the initiation of MOUD. Depressive symptoms should be followed in patients initiating treatment for OUD, and when persistent, should prompt further evaluation and consideration of antidepressant treatment.Scientific SignificanceThis study is the first to identify three distinct depression trajectories among a large clinical sample of individuals in MOUD treatment.
An economic offer they cannot refuse! Economic expectations on incumbent government support in Core and periphery European countries
Authors: Stancea Andreea , Muntean Aurelian 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe importance of economic conditions on election outcomes is well established. This paper supplements the standard approach to economic voting by assessing government support from a highly debated perspective of European spaces: Core countries and Periphery countries (Central Eastern European and Southern countries). The paper reveals that the economic conditions perceived by voters in the future are expected to differently affect incumbent government support depending on the macroeconomic position of the country. This paper finds that, contrary to Core countries' electors, voters in periphery countries are keener to support the incumbent governments if the economic outputs are positive. It concludes that positive economic expectations are strongly and positively associated with incumbent government support, regardless of previous vote choice, while negative economic expectations are strongly and negatively associated with government support.
Spermatozoa‐induced seminal vesiculitis in mice
Authors: Wang Fei , Wang Yu , Zhang Jing , Yu Xiaoqin , Chen Ran , Chen Yongmei , Han Daishu 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackgroundSeminal vesiculitis is a common inflammation in the male genital tract. Etiologically, microbial infection and non‐infectious factors can be responsible for seminal vesiculitis. The pathogenic triggers and mechanisms underlying non‐infectious seminal vesiculitis remain unclear.ObjectivesTo demonstrate that spermatozoa can induce seminal vesiculitis in mice, which could be attributable to spermatozoa‐induced innate immune responses in seminal vesicular epithelial cells.Material and methodsSpermatozoa from epididymis were injected into seminal vesicles at the tail of the gland. Histopathology of seminal vesicles were examined by hematoxylin–eosin staining. Infiltration of leukocytes were identified by immunohistochemistry. Seminal vesicular epithelial cells were isolated from 5‐week‐old mice and cell types were detected by immunofluoresence. Western blot and real‐time quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (qRT‐PCR) were used to detect protein and gene expression levels.ResultsIn vivo, local injection of epididymal spermatozoa into seminal vesicles resulted in seminal vesiculitis characterized by tissue swelling and leukocyte infiltration. In vitro, spermatozoa induced the expression of pro‐inflammatory cytokines and chemokines, including TNF‐α, IL‐6, CXCL10, and MCP1, and the activation of NF‐κB in seminal vesicular epithelial cells.Discussion and conclusionSpermatozoa may induce seminal vesiculitis through the activation of innate immune responses in seminal vesicular epithelial cells, which provide novel insights into the mechanisms underlying non‐infectious seminal vesiculitis.
Adolescent co‐researchers identified the central role of social media for young people during the pandemic
Authors: Lygnegård Frida , Thell Maria , Sarkadi Anna 
Published: January 2023

AbstractAimTo test the method of engaging co‐researcher adolescents in data collection and explore stated motives for their selection of social media material related to COVID‐19.MethodsTwenty‐three adolescents, 13–19‐years old, in Sweden participated as co‐researchers collecting material from their social media related to COVID‐19. Specifically, they motivated their selection of social media material in field notes. Their motives were explored using content analysis.ResultsAdolescent co‐researchers understood and performed the task well, providing insight into the social media exchanges of adolescents during the pandemic. An overarching theme for the motivation for their selection emerged: Social media is an important tool for adolescents' communication and information exchange during COVID‐19. Four categories were identified: Keeping track of the talk of the town; Recognition of personally relevant topics; Adolescents as information consumers; Social media as a means for expressing feelings, advice and existential reflections. Co‐researchers reported challenges relating to the quality of pandemic‐related information available to adolescents.ConclusionIncluding young people as co‐researchers on matters relevant to them was successful. This study also underlines the need to consider the role of social media in information exchange during crises and to co‐produce health communication with adolescents to meet their specific needs.
Nasopharyngeal detection of atypical bacteria by multiplex polymerase chain reaction panel in acutely ill children was associated with an increased risk of pneumonia
Authors: Mattila Suvi , Sarlin Suvi , Heikkilä Reetta , Leinonen Emilia , Nurmi Violetta , Riikonen Jonni , Paalanne Niko , Honkila Minna , Huhtamäki Heikki , Pokka Tytti , Koskela Ulla , Renko Marjo , Tapiainen Terhi 
Published: January 2023

AbstractAimWe aimed to assess whether detection of respiratory bacteria by multiplex polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing associates with clinical outcomes in acutely ill children.MethodsThis cross‐sectional study enrolled children under the age of 18 with a suspected respiratory infection treated in a paediatric emergency department of Oulu University Hospital, Finland from January 2015 through December 2015. Nasopharyngeal samples were routinely analysed for 16 respiratory viruses and later, after storage, analysed with a multiplex PCR panel for seven respiratory bacteria.ResultsAt least one bacterial pathogen was detected in 600 out of the 1195 children (50%). The mean age was 3.3 (SD 3.7) years and 54% were boys. Atypical bacteria were associated with a risk of pneumonia (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 14.1, 95% CI 3.98–50.1). Co‐detection of rhinovirus with Streptococcus pneumoniae was not associated with risk of pneumonia (aOR 2.39, 95% CI 0.78–7.30). Detection of Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae or both was not associated with the risk of hospital admission or prescription of antibiotics.ConclusionNasopharyngeal detection of atypical bacteria in acutely ill children was associated with a markedly increased risk of pneumonia. The clinical utility of wide testing for other respiratory bacteria needs further evaluation.