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Cognitions affecting innovation among generation Z entrepreneurs: the external enablement of digital infrastructure
Authors: Saeedikiya Mehrzad , Salamzadeh Aidin , Salamzadeh Yashar , Aeeni Zeynab 
Published: September 2023

PurposeThe current research aimed to investigate the external enablement role of Digital Infrastructures (DI) in the interplay of entrepreneurial cognitions and innovation.Design/methodology/approachData from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) and Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) were used for analyses. This yielded a sample of 8,601 Generation Z entrepreneurs operating in 25 European countries.FindingsApplying hierarchical moderated regressions showed that socio-cognitive components of an entrepreneurial mindset (self-efficacy, risk propensity, opportunity identification) affect innovation among Generation Z entrepreneurs. More importantly, DI plays an external enablement role in the interplay of cognitions and innovation among Generation Z entrepreneurs.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the socio-cognitive theory of entrepreneurship by integrating an external enablement perspective into the study of cognitions and entrepreneurial outcomes (here, innovation). It contributes to the digital technology perspective of entrepreneurship by connecting the conversation about the socio-cognitive perspective of entrepreneurship regarding the role of cognitions in innovation to the conversation in information systems (IS) regarding technology affordances and constraints. This study extends the application of the external enabler framework to the post-entry stage of entrepreneurial activity and integrates a generational perspective into it.
ESG trade-off with risk and return in Chinese energy companies
Authors: Naseer Mirza Muhammad , Guo Yongsheng , Zhu Xiaoxian 
Published: September 2023

Purpose
This study aims to examine the relationship between environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure, firm risk and stock market returns within the Chinese energy sector. Using a variety of econometric techniques, the study seeks to uncover the impact of ESG disclosure on risk mitigation and its influence on stock market performance.

Design/methodology/approach
Benchmark regression models were used to explore the associations between ESG disclosure, firm risk and stock returns. To address potential endogeneity, a generalised method of moments estimator is used. Quantile regression was used for robustness analysis.

Findings
The study reveals a negative relationship between ESG disclosure and firm risk, indicating that companies with greater ESG disclosure tend to experience reduced risk exposure. In addition, a positive association is observed between ESG disclosure and stock market returns, suggesting that companies with more comprehensive ESG disclosure practices tend to perform better in the stock market.

Research limitations/implications
This study implies that investors appreciate sustainable investment and incorporate ESG practices and disclosure in decision-making. Policymakers can promote transparent ESG reporting through regulatory frameworks, fostering sustainable practices in the energy sector.

Originality/value
Despite the mounting concerns over carbon dioxide emissions and the energy industry’s environmental footprint, this study pioneers a comprehensive analysis of ESG disclosure within this critical sector. Delving into the relationship of ESG practices, firm risk and market returns, this research uniquely examines both risk mitigation and return enhancement, shedding new light on sustainable strategies in the energy domain.
Bridging the gap: assessing disparities in e-Government service offerings and citizen demand
Authors: Patergiannaki Zoi , Pollalis Yannis A. 
Published: September 2023

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to explore the discrepancies between the services provided by municipalities through e-Government portals and the services sought by residents in the context of smart cities.

Design/methodology/approach
This research investigates the information and services delivered by municipalities via e-Government portals and the services that residents wish to access through these portals. A mind map representation of ideas from 707 participants is used to visually illustrate the proposed e-Government portal structure based on user recommendations.

Findings
The findings reveal that existing e-Government portals fall short in offering a comprehensive range of e-services desired by residents. The results highlight the need for municipal e-Government websites to grant residents access to a diverse array of services and information. It is crucial to note that the specific services may fluctuate over time and between cities, reflecting the evolving needs of residents and the capabilities of municipalities.

Originality/value
This study is original in its focus on bridging the gap between existing e-Government portals and residents’ preferences, using a mind map representation to visually illustrate the proposed portal structure based on user recommendations. The research emphasizes the importance of considering residents’ needs in terms of services and functionalities and adapting websites accordingly.
Characteristics of mild and severe apalutamide‐related cutaneous adverse events in patients with prostate cancer: A review of the literature
Authors: Katsuta Michie , Nobeyama Yoshimasa , Hirafuku Keigo , Tashiro Kojiro , Kimura Takahiro , Asahina Akihiko 
Published: September 2023

AbstractApalutamide is an antiandrogen used to treat prostate cancer. Although it sometimes induces mild cutaneous adverse events and occasionally severe ones, clinical differences between severe and mild cases remain unclear. To assess the risks in patients experiencing apalutamide‐related cutaneous adverse events (ARCAEs), we aimed to characterize severe and mild ARCAEs in terms of onset time and lymphocyte transformation test (LTT) for apalutamide. We reviewed 41 ARCAE cases: 24 from our institute and 17 from the literature, comprising (i) eight severe cases including six with toxic epidermal necrolysis, one with acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, and one with drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, and (ii) 33 mild cases. Patients with evere cases developed ARCAEs significantly earlier than patients with mild cases (5.2 vs 9.6 weeks). No severe cases appeared ≥8 weeks after initiation of apalutamide. LTTs showed positive results in two of seven mild cases (28.6%) and four of four severe cases (100.0%). In conclusion, we found that severe ARCAEs are characterized by earlier onset and LTT positivity. Dermatologists and urologists should pay special attention to patients who develop ARCAEs <8 weeks after initiating apalutamide and/or show positive LTT results.
Ultrasonic and homogenization: An overview of the preparation of an edible protein–polysaccharide complex emulsion
Authors: Qayum Abdul , Rashid Arif , Liang Qiufang , Wu Yue , Cheng Yu , Kang Lixin , Liu Yuxuan , Zhou Chengwei , Hussain Muhammad , Ren Xiaofeng , Ashokkumar Muthupandian , Ma Haile 
Published: September 2023

AbstractEmulsion systems are extensively utilized in the food industry, including dairy products, such as ice cream and salad dressing, as well as meat products, beverages, sauces, and mayonnaise. Meanwhile, diverse advanced technologies have been developed for emulsion preparation. Compared with other techniques, high‐intensity ultrasound (HIUS) and high‐pressure homogenization (HPH) are two emerging emulsification methods that are cost‐effective, green, and environmentally friendly and have gained significant attention. HIUS‐induced acoustic cavitation helps in efficiently disrupting the oil droplets, which effectively produces a stable emulsion. HPH‐induced shear stress, turbulence, and cavitation lead to droplet disruption, altering protein structure and functional aspects of food. The key distinctions among emulsification devices are covered in this review, as are the mechanisms of the HIUS and HPH emulsification processes. Furthermore, the preparation of emulsions including natural polymers (e.g., proteins‐polysaccharides, and their complexes), has also been discussed in this review. Moreover, the review put forward to the future HIUS and HPH emulsification trends and challenges. HIUS and HPH can prepare much emulsifier‐stable food emulsions, (e.g., proteins, polysaccharides, and protein–polysaccharide complexes). Appropriate HIUS and HPH treatment can improve emulsions’ rheological and emulsifying properties and reduce the emulsions droplets’ size. HIUS and HPH are suitable methods for developing protein–polysaccharide forming stable emulsions. Despite the numerous studies conducted on ultrasonic and homogenization‐induced emulsifying properties available in recent literature, this review specifically focuses on summarizing the significant progress made in utilizing biopolymer‐based protein–polysaccharide complex particles, which can provide valuable insights for designing new, sustainable, clean‐label, and improved eco‐friendly colloidal systems for food emulsion.Practical ApplicationUtilizing complex particle‐stabilized emulsions is a promising approach towards developing safer, healthier, and more sustainable food products that meet legal requirements and industrial standards. Moreover, the is an increasing need of concentrated emulsions stabilized by biopolymer complex particles, which have been increasingly recognized for their potential health benefits in protecting against lifestyle‐related diseases by the scientific community, industries, and consumers.
DNA‐bridged double gold nanoparticles‐based immunochromatography for dual‐mode detection of ochratoxin A
Authors: Qiu Youxin , Liu Zhaoying , Mao Yuhao , Teng Weipeng , Li Ming 
Published: September 2023

AbstractA novel immunochromatography strip (ICS) based on the DNA‐bridged double gold nanoparticles was established and evaluated for the dual‐mode detection of ochratoxin A (OTA). For this purpose, the streptavidin was coupled with the big size of gold nanoparticle (40 nm, AuNP), the OTA monoclonal antibody and biotinylated DNA‐SH were simultaneously immobilized on the small size of AuNP (20 nm), and then the enhanced ICS was self‐assembled and evaluated. The dual‐mode detection of semi‐quantification and quantification had been achieved and performed by the proposed ICS. The LOD for semi‐quantification (semi‐Q‐LOD) was 0.06 ng/mL by the directly naked eye (eightfold enhanced than conventional ICS). By the on‐site reader, the LOD for quantification (Q‐LOD) was 0.03 ng/mL (threefold enhanced), with the detection range between 0.03 and 1.2 ng/mL. The specificity, reliability, and practicability had been well represented. Furthermore, the OTA‐positive results of the enhanced ICS method correlated well with those obtained by the referenced HPLC–MS/MS for the market samples. This study provided a new ICS pattern of semi‐quantification and quantification for OTA contamination, which could be used as a valuable reference for improving the ICS technology and enhancing the sensitivity.
Cartilage and bone loss in premenopausal women with rheumatoid arthritis: Radiological and laboratory assessments
Authors: Elsawy Noha A. , Ghazala Rasha A. , Elnemr Rehab 
Published: September 2023

AbstractIntroductionTo investigate the radiological and laboratory features of bone and cartilage losses in premenopausal women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).MethodsThis case–control study is the continuation of a study that was conducted on 48 women with RA and 48 matched healthy volunteers. All RA patients were previously subjected to clinical examination, disease activity assessment using the 28‐joint Disease Activity Score (DAS28) and Clinical Disease Activity Index (CDAI), serological tests, dual‐energy X‐ray absorptiometry measuring bone mineral density (BMD), and plain X‐ray of both hands. Added to these, matrix metalloproteinase 3 (MMP‐3) and cartilage oligomeric matrix protein (COMP) were measured by enzyme‐linked immunosorbent assay.ResultsThere were statistically significant differences between patients and controls regarding COMP and MMP‐3, being higher in patients (p < .001). COMP and MMP‐3 have significant positive correlation with serum levels of anti‐cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti‐CCP) and anti‐carbamylated protein (anti‐CarP). The original Sharp erosion score was positively correlated with the serum level of the studied antibodies and disease duration, but no significant correlation was found with either COMP, MMP‐3, or DAS‐28. Spine BMD and Z score were negatively correlated with disease activity and anti‐CarP. There were significant positive relationhsips between indices of local cartilage and bone loss and the indices of systemic bone loss. MMP‐3 had no correlation with indices of local cartilage and bone loss and disease activity scores.ConclusionsThe pathogenic mechanism of hand joint damage involved the three studied autoantibodies namely, rheumatoid factor, anti‐CCP and anti‐CarP antibodies. Anti‐CarP antibody was involved in the reduction of BMD of the spine. The association between systemic osteoporosis and hand joint damage pointed to a common pathogenic mechanism.
ATNr: Allometric Trophic Network models in R
Authors: Gauzens Benoit , Brose Ulrich , Delmas Eva , Berti Emilio 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Understanding and predicting how densities of interacting species change over time has been one of the main goals of community ecology, which has become a pressing challenge in the context of global change.

We present the R package ATNr, which provides an implementation of different versions of Allometric Trophic Network models that simulate the biomass dynamics of trophically interacting species.

Relying on C++ routines, the ATNr proposes an efficient and standardised implementation of the different ATNs models.

By proposing a set of built in functions ready to use in a language widely used in the community of ecologists, the ATNr package offers an easy access to ATN models focusing on trophic interactions.
(Un)disciplined emotion and the research process
Authors: Brecklin Caitlin I. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractIn this Reflection From the Field, I use an emotionally difficult interview and related public observations to unpack the place of emotion in qualitative research. I argue that emotion, both researchers' and participants', should be considered in two ways: as a research tool and as a human experience. I conclude with a call for greater attention to emotions even in research on topics that do not seem inherently emotional, and provide suggestions for doing so.
The Catholic Church's point of view on priority of labor over capital
Authors: Gasda Elio 
Published: September 2023

AbstractIn the 19th century, the Industrial Revolution transformed Western civilization in dramatic ways. Simultaneously, the market economy converted human labor into “merchandise”. Also in the 19th century, the reality of workers forced Pope Leo XIII to publish Rerum Novarum, the first encyclical of the Catholic Church's social doctrine. In 1981, Pope John Paul II, in Laborem Exercens, will affirm that the conversion of human labor into “merchandise” was generated by an anthropological inversion in the order of concepts: the priority of capital over labor. The value of labor cannot be fixed solely by the market law of supply and demand. The value of labor is measured, mainly, by the standard of dignity conferred on those who perform it. The great challenge is to rescue human labor as an activity of humanization and social fraternity. Human life and the common good are more valuable than capital.
Experimental heatwaves facilitate invasion and alter species interactions and composition in a tropical host‐parasitoid community
Authors: Chen Jinlin , Lewis Owen T. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractAs mean temperatures increase and heatwaves become more frequent, species are expanding their distributions to colonise new habitats. The resulting novel species interactions will simultaneously shape the temperature‐driven reorganization of resident communities. The interactive effects of climate change and climate change‐facilitated invasion have rarely been studied in multi‐trophic communities, and are likely to differ depending on the nature of the climatic driver (i.e., climate extremes or constant warming). We re‐created under laboratory conditions a host‐parasitoid community typical of high‐elevation rainforest sites in Queensland, Australia, comprising four Drosophila species and two associated parasitoid species. We subjected these communities to an equivalent increase in average temperature in the form of periodic heatwaves or constant warming, in combination with an invasion treatment involving a novel host species from lower‐elevation habitats. The two parasitoid species were sensitive to both warming and heatwaves, while the demographic responses of Drosophila species were highly idiosyncratic, reflecting the combined effects of thermal tolerance, parasitism, competition, and facilitation. After multiple generations, our heatwave treatment promoted the establishment of low‐elevation species in upland communities. Invasion of the low‐elevation species correlated negatively with the abundance of one of the parasitoid species, leading to cascading effects on its hosts and their competitors. Our study, therefore, reveals differing, sometimes contrasting, impacts of extreme temperatures and constant warming on community composition. It also highlights how the scale and direction of climate impacts could be further modified by invading species within a bi‐trophic community network.
Deeper topsoils enhance ecosystem productivity and climate resilience in arid regions, but not in humid regions
Authors: Zhang Yakun , Desai Ankur R. , Xiao Jingfeng , Hartemink Alfred E. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractUnderstanding the controlling mechanisms of soil properties on ecosystem productivity is essential for sustaining productivity and increasing resilience under a changing climate. Here we investigate the control of topsoil depth (e.g., A horizons) on long‐term ecosystem productivity. We used nationwide observations (n = 2401) of topsoil depth and multiple scaled datasets of gross primary productivity (GPP) for five ecosystems (cropland, forest, grassland, pasture, shrubland) over 36 years (1986–2021) across the conterminous USA. The relationship between topsoil depth and GPP is primarily associated with water availability, which is particularly significant in arid regions under grassland, shrubland, and cropland (r = .37, .32, .15, respectively, p < .0001). For every 10 cm increase in topsoil depth, the GPP increased by 114 to 128 g C m−2 year−1 in arid regions (r = .33 and .45, p < .0001). Paired comparison of relatively shallow and deep topsoils while holding other variables (climate, vegetation, parent material, soil type) constant showed that the positive control of topsoil depth on GPP occurred primarily in cropland (0.73, confidence interval of 0.57–0.84) and shrubland (0.75, confidence interval of 0.40–0.94). The GPP difference between deep and shallow topsoils was small and not statistically significant. Despite the positive control of topsoil depth on productivity in arid regions, its contribution (coefficients: .09–.33) was similar to that of heat (coefficients: .06–.39) but less than that of water (coefficients: .07–.87). The resilience of ecosystem productivity to climate extremes varied in different ecosystems and climatic regions. Deeper topsoils increased stability and decreased the variability of GPP under climate extremes in most ecosystems, especially in shrubland and grassland. The conservation of topsoil in arid regions and improvements of soil depth representation and moisture‐retention mechanisms are critical for carbon‐sequestration ecosystem services under a changing climate. These findings and relationships should also be included in Earth system models.
Effect of the use of sweet potato or chayote tuber starch hydrogels on the physical properties of oleogel‐in‐hydrogel (bigels) systems
Authors: De Los Santos‐Trinidad J. , Pérez‐Alonso C. , Cruz‐Sosa F. , Román‐Guerrero A. 
Published: September 2023

SummaryBigel systems (BG) were formed through the combination of an oleogel (OG) formed with canola oil and beeswax (5% wt.), and a hydrogel (HG) formed with sweet potato (SP) or chayote tuber (CH) starch (10% wt.), using three OG : HG ratios (30:70, 40:60, 50:50). All the BG were self‐standing, exhibiting uniform and well‐defined phase distribution of OG‐in‐HG, and oil‐binding capacities greater than 96%. Droplet size of BG was influenced by the OG : HG ratio; higher amount of OG produced smaller droplet sizes. The characterisation of BG by FTIR and XRD showed structural configuration in BG is driven by physical and steric interactions by displaying distinctive characteristics of each individual phase and dismissing the formation of novel bonds. BG showed a pseudoplastic behaviour and was characterised as a weak gel, G′ > G″ at strains below 100% for BGSP and 50% for BGCH, with a shifting process (G′ > G″) at higher strains. Viscoelastic properties were influenced by the OG : HG ratio where BG at 50:50 exhibited lower strength and resistance to deformation. Textural parameters in BGSP were higher than BGCH, and influenced by the OG : HG ratio, indicating that the phase proportion in BG can modulate its structure and performance.
Lipid digestibility of sour cream and its analogue during in vitro digestion simulation and co‐consumption with cooked pasta
Authors: Tormási Judit , Abrankó László 
Published: September 2023

SummaryLipid digestibility of a high‐fat dairy product (sour cream (SC) containing milk fat) and its analogue (SCA; containing palm oil) was performed during in vitro digestion simulation using the Infogest method. Extent of lipolysis and fatty‐acid‐specific digestibility was determined using gastric lipase (GL) and pancreatic lipase (PL) or only PL. Milk fat from SC showed lower digestibility than palm oil from SCA and it was shown that GL has an important effect on short‐ and medium‐chained fatty acids (SCFAs and MCFAs); however, inhibition of GL is not the main cause of lowered lipid digestibility of SC. Structural analysis using fluorescent microscopy showed that the lower digestibility of milk fat is due to flocculation of globules, an effect not occurring with palm oil droplets. Moreover, lipid digestibility was evaluated in a real meal during co‐digestion simulations with cooked pasta. In this scenario, while lipid digestibility of SCA remained unchanged, extent of lipolysis of SC increased although only during digestion simulation using both enzymes (GL + PL). Results show the flocculation‐protecting effect of pasta proteins during gastric digestion of SC. The proposed effect is underlined with the FA‐specific results showing an increase in GL‐preferred FAs, SCFAs and MCFAs.