bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Association between foreign background of executives and firm goodwill impairment risk
Authors: Su Wunhong , Wang Chunlin , Su Zhong‐qin 
Published: September 2023

AbstractIn recent years, the wave of mergers and acquisitions in the capital market has risen. As a result, the goodwill impairment (GI)of listed firms has been frequent. This study empirically examines the association between the foreign‐background characteristics of executives and firmGIrisk using data from 2008 to 2020 for A‐share listed firms in Shanghai and Shenzhen, China. The results show that there is a positive relationship between the foreign background of executives and the risk ofGIof firms. Further results show that executives with foreign working backgrounds have a more significant positive impact onGIrisk than executives with foreign study backgrounds. In addition, the positive effect of the foreign background of executives of non‐state‐owned enterprises (SOEs) onGIrisk is more profound than that of SOEs. However, internal controls and institutional investors’ shareholdings weaken the positive association between executives’ foreign backgrounds andGIrisk. This study provides evidence of the determinants ofGIin firms and the economic consequences of the foreign‐background characteristics of executives.
Hybrid processes within parenting plan assessments: Rationale and an illustrative model
Authors: Simon Robert A. , Shienvold Arnold T. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractParenting plan Assessments, also known as child custody evaluations, are forensic psychological investigations into the needs of children, the parenting capacities of their caregivers, and the resulting fit between the children's needs and caregiver capacities. Typically, they result in recommendations that are, in the opinion of the assessor, formulated to meet the best interests of children regarding a parenting plan, child sharing, parental responsibilities and ancillary services that are likely to support the children's optimal functioning as well as the functioning of the now reconfigured family. Such assessments are part of a pathway to untangling conflicts between the parents regarding the most appropriate parenting plan for the reconfigured family. Paradoxically, the assessment process can exacerbate the conflict, entrench parental polarization, and create lingering feelings of helplessness, frustration, and disempowerment in the parents. This article provides a rationale for the use of a hybrid process that incorporates alternative dispute resolution as an integrated part of the parenting plan assessment and provides an illustrative model of such a hybrid process.
Coastal Groundwater‐Dependent Ecosystems are Falling Through Policy Gaps
Authors: Dyring Madeleine , Rohde Melissa M. , Froend Ray , Hofmann Harald 
Published: September 2023

AbstractCoastal groundwater‐dependent ecosystems (GDEs), such as wetlands, estuaries and nearshore marine habitats, are biodiversity hotspots that provide valuable ecosystem services to society. However, coastal groundwater and associated ecosystems are under threat from groundwater exploitation and depletion, as well as climate change impacts from sea‐level rise and extreme flood and drought events. Despite many well‐intentioned policies focused on sustainable groundwater use and species protection, coastal GDEs are falling through gaps generated by siloed policies and as a result, are declining in extent and ecological function. This study summarized then examined policies related to the management of coastal groundwater and connected ecosystems in two key case study areas: Queensland (Australia) and California (USA). Despite both areas being regarded as having progressive groundwater policy, our analysis revealed three universal policy gaps, including (1) a lack of recognition of the underlying groundwater system, (2) fragmented policies and complex governance structures that limit coordination, and (3) inadequate guidance for coastal GDE management. Overall, our analysis revealed that coastal GDE conservation relied heavily on inclusion within protected areas or was motivated by species recovery, meaning supporting groundwater systems remained underprotected and outside the remit of conservation efforts. To close these gaps, we consider the adoption of ecosystem‐based management principles to foster integrated governance between disparate agencies and consider management tools that bridge traditional conservation realms. Our findings advocate for comprehensive policy frameworks that holistically address the complexities of coastal GDEs across the land‐sea continuum to foster their long‐term sustainability and conservation.
The antifreeze activity and physicochemical properties ofLitopenaeus vannameihead autolysate
Authors: Majura Julieth Joram , Han Mei , Ouyang Jijing , Chen Xiujuan , Chen Zhongqin , Tan Mingtang , Gao Jialong , Lin Haisheng , Zheng Huina , Cao Wenhong 
Published: September 2023

SummaryLitopenaeus vannameiheads were autolysed at a constant temperature of 50 °C, pH 7.0 for a maximum duration of 5 h, and the antifreeze activity and physicochemical properties of the head autolysates were determined. Thermal hysteresis (TH) was used as an index for determining the antifreeze activity of the shrimp head autolysates. The highest thermal hysteresis activity was 1.82 °C which was measured in the 5 h‐shrimp head autolysate. The highest negative zeta potential value (−41.06 ± 2.08 mV) and surface hydrophobicity (295.575 ± 9.7819) were in the 5 and 1.5 h autolysate groups, respectively. Generally, <2000 Da components accounted for over 85% of the total molecular weight in all shrimp head autolysate groups. Pearson correlation analysis was used to investigate how physicochemical properties influenced the thermal hysteresis index. Although at varying degrees, the analysis confirmed that a positive correlation existed between TH activity and molecular weight, hydrophobic amino acid content, and surface hydrophobicity. A negative correlation existed between TH activity and zeta potential, and hydrophilic amino acids. The findings of our study suggest thatLitopenaeus vannameihead autolysate has a potential antifreeze effect and that the physicochemical properties influence its thermal hysteresis.
The impact of sufentanil versus remifentanil on surgical site wound healing in caesarean section primiparas undergoing epidural anaesthesia: A systematic meta‐analysis
Authors: Chen Jiefeng , Li Ting , Pan Zhengbin , Ke Yanjun , Ding Jielan 
Published: September 2023

AbstractCaesarean section (C‐section) is a prevalent obstetric surgical procedure, with the choice of analgesic agents playing a pivotal role in postoperative recovery. This systematic meta‐analysis aimed to compare the effects of sufentanil (ST) and remifentanil (RT) on postoperative wound healing in caesarean section primiparas undergoing epidural anaesthesia. A comprehensive search was conducted across multiple databases, adhering to PRISMA guidelines, yielding eight randomized controlled trials (RCTs) for inclusion. The primary outcome was wound healing assessment using the REEDA (redness, edema, ecchymosis, discharge, approximation) scale on the third, fifth and tenth postoperative days. The meta‐analysis encompassed 691 primiparas. A significant difference in wound healing was observed between ST and RT on the third (I2 = 99%; Random: SMD: 6.75, 95% CIs: 3.11–10.39, p < 0.01) and fifth days (I2 = 99%; Random: SMD: 3.63, 95% CIs: 1.56–5.70, p < 0.01) postcaesarean section. However, no significant difference was noted on the tenth day (I2 = 5%; Random: SMD: 0.00, 95% CIs: −0.45–0.45, p = 0.35). Sufentanil and remifentanil exhibit differential effects on early postoperative wound healing in caesarean section primiparas undergoing epidural anaesthesia. While both opioids are effective analgesics, sufentanil demonstrates a more pronounced impact on wound healing during the immediate postoperative days. Clinicians should consider these findings when selecting an opioid for pain management in this patient population.
The impact of negative pressure wound therapy on surgical wound infection, hospital stay and postoperative complications after spinal surgery: A meta‐analysis
Authors: Lu Shengwei , Yuan Zan , He Xinning , Du Zhiyong , Wang Ying 
Published: September 2023

AbstractTo systematically assess the effect of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) on postoperative surgical wound infection, length of hospital stay and postoperative complications after spinal surgery. Relevant studies on the application of NPWT in spinal surgery were conducted via a computerised database search, including PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) and Wanfang, from inception to June 2023. The identified literature was rigorously screened and data extraction was performed by two investigators independently. The quality of the relevant studies was evaluated using the Newcastle–Ottawa scale (NOS). The effect size for count data was determined by the odds ratio (OR), while the impact size for measurement data was expressed as the standardised mean difference (SMD). The 95% confidence interval (CI) was calculated for each effect magnitude. Stata 17.0 software was used for the meta‐analysis. Ten papers, totalling 1448 patients, were finally included. This study demonstrated that NPWT led to a statistically significant reduction in the occurrence of postoperative surgical wound infections (OR: 0.377, 95% CI: 0.238–0.598, p < 0.001), fewer postoperative complications (OR: 0.526, 95% CI: 0.360–0.770, p = 0.001) and a shortened hospital stay (SMD: −0.678, 95%CI: −1.324 to −0.031, p = 0.040) after spinal surgery compared with the control group. When compared with other treatment approaches, NPWT also demonstrated a substantial reduction in surgical wound infections and postoperative complications, as well as a shorter duration of hospitalisation after spinal surgery.
Heterogeneity of otolith chemical composition from two‐dimensional mapping: Relationship with biomineralization mechanisms and implications for microchemistry analyses
Authors: de Pontual Hélène , MacKenzie Kirsteen M. , Tabouret Hélène , Daverat Françoise , Mahé Kélig , Pecheyran Christophe , Hüssy Karin 
Published: September 2023

AbstractAlthough otoliths are widely used as archives to infer life‐history traits and habitat use in fishes, their biomineralization process remains poorly understood. This lack of knowledge is problematic as it can lead to misinterpretation of the different types of signals (e.g., optical or chemical) that provide basic data for research in fish ecology, fisheries management, and species conservation. Otolith calcification relies on a complex system involving a pericrystalline fluid, the endolymph, whose organic and inorganic compositions are spatially heterogeneous for some constituents. This property stems from the particular structure of the calcifying saccular epithelium. In this study, we explored the spatial heterogeneity of elemental incorporation in otoliths for two species of high economic interest, European hake Merluccius merluccius (L. 1758) and European sea bass Dicentrarchus labrax (L. 1758). Two‐dimensional mappings of chemical elements were obtained using UV high‐repetition‐rate femtosecond laser ablation (fs‐LA) system coupled to a high‐resolution inductively coupled plasma sector field mass spectrometer analyses on transverse sections of sagittae. Results highlighted a clear asymmetry between proximal (sulcus) and distal (antisulcus) concentrations for elements such as magnesium (Mg), phosphorus (P), manganese (Mn), and potassium (K) with concentration gradient directions that varied depending on the element. Strontium (Sr) and barium (Ba) did not show a proximo‐distal gradient. These results are discussed in light of current knowledge on the endolymph composition and the mechanisms that lead to its compartmentalization, highlighting the need for further research on otolith biomineralization. Operational implications for studies based on otolith chemical composition are also discussed with emphasis on advice for sampling strategies to avoid analytical biases and the need for in‐depth analyses of analytical settings before comparing otolith signatures between species or geographical areas.
Cherished families, unspoken truths: Navigating hidden and challenging family experiences while growing up with LGBTQ parents
Authors: Goldberg Abbie E. , Allen Katherine R. , Sanner Caroline 
Published: September 2023

AbstractObjectiveThis study aims to advance understanding of hidden, complex, and resilient family experiences as perceived by adult children from LGBTQ‐parent families.BackgroundDifficult and taboo family topics (e.g., mental illness, substance abuse, violence, infidelity, poverty) are rarely examined, particularly among LGBTQ‐parent families, in part reflecting researcher and family concerns about stigmatization or misrepresentation. Unique, complex, and resilient aspects of growing up in LGBTQ‐parent families reveal the need to study LGBTQ‐parent families in their own right, and not simply from a heteronormative, comparative perspective.MethodA sample of 39 adults raised by LGBTQ parents responded to a mixed‐methods online survey regarding parental and child‐related dynamics, challenges, and disclosure practices experienced while growing up. Descriptive statistics and qualitative content analysis were used to analyze the data.ResultsParticipants reported an array of challenging family experiences, about which they recalled great pressure to conceal, because of the intersecting stigmas associated with their parents' sexual orientation, the difficulties they faced, and their associated fears of negative evaluation and interference by systems of authority. Their narratives revealed several themes related to navigating challenging LGBTQ family experiences, such as feeling that their families' difficulties were not the result of having LGBTQ parents, but instead due to structural heteronormativity and marginalization.ConclusionAs a minoritized group, LGBTQ‐parent families experience societal scrutiny and family stress. Yet, despite reporting multiple problems and stressors associated with their childhoods, participants also revealed great insight and resilience as they sought to understand the complexity of their family upbringing.
Exploration of individual factors influencing self‐reported household food waste in Australia
Authors: Gimenez Ana , Ares Gastón , Jaeger Sara R. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractFood losses and waste (FLW) is a global problem. Because household FLW is one of the biggest contributors to total FLW, strategies are being implemented to reduce per capita FLW in many countries. The present research contributed to this goal by investigating individual factors influencing self‐reported household food waste in Australia. Using a web survey, data were obtained from 847 consumers. The average per capita food waste corresponded to 339 g/week and the median to 180 g/week. The most frequently wasted food categories were fresh vegetables and salads, fresh fruit, and bread. The percentage of participants reporting having disposed of these categories ranged between 45.9% and 65.9%. Although socio‐demographic characteristics have been identified as relevant influencers of household food waste, the evidence is still inconclusive about the strength of their effects. Results from the present work identified significant effects of age and household size. For the former, the amount of per capita household food wasted tended to reduce with participants' age. Regarding the effect of household size, per capita food waste decreased with the number of people in the household. The present research also explored the effect of a series of psychological factors on the amount of food waste and five hypotheses derived based on the postulates of theories of consumer behavior were supported.Practical applicationsThe association between the amount of food waste reported by participants and their intention to engage in food waste reduction behaviors and the positive effect of awareness on behavioral intention suggest the potential of communication campaigns to trigger behavioral change. Males and younger citizens should be targeted in such campaigns given their lower awareness compared with females and older citizens.
Expression of tight junction proteins in smokers and non‐smokers with generalized Stage III periodontitis
Authors: Güney Zeliha , Kurgan Şivge , Önder Canan , Serdar Muhittin A. , Günhan Ömer , Günhan Meral 
Published: September 2023

AbstractObjectiveThis study aims to evaluate the gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) levels of tumor necrosis factor‐α (TNF‐α), zonula occludens‐1 (ZO‐1), occludin (Occ), and tricellulin (Tric) in periodontitis, as well as their alterations due to smoking.BackgroundTight junctions (TJ), which consist of transmembrane and cytoplasmic scaffolding proteins, connect the epithelial cells of the periodontium. Occ, claudins, junctional adhesion molecules, and Tric are transmembrane TJ proteins found at the cell membrane. The transmembrane TJ proteins and the intracellular cytoskeleton are directly linked by cytoplasmic scaffolding proteins such as ZO‐1. Although the functions and locations of these molecules have been defined, their behavior in periodontal inflammation is unknown.MethodsThe study included four groups: individuals with periodontal health without smoking (C; n = 31), individuals with generalized Stage III periodontitis without smoking (P; n = 28), individuals with periodontal health while smoking (CS; n = 22), and individuals with generalized Stage III periodontitis while smoking (PS; n = 18). Clinical periodontal parameters were recorded, and enzyme‐linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to examine ZO‐1, Occ, Tric, and TNF‐α levels in GCF.ResultsIn the periodontitis groups, clinical parameters were significantly higher (p < .001). The site‐specific levels of TNF‐α, ZO‐1, Tric, and Occ in the P group were statistically higher than those in the other groups (p < .05). TNF‐α, probing pocket depth (PPD), and bleeding on probing (BOP) exhibited positive correlations with all TJ proteins (p < .005).ConclusionsSmoking could potentially affect the levels of epithelial TJ proteins in the GCF, thereby potentially playing a significant role in the pathogenesis of the periodontal disease.
Association of thyroid function with non‐alcoholic fatty liver disease in recent‐onset diabetes
Authors: Saatmann Nina , Schön Martin , Zaharia Oana‐Patricia , Huttasch Maximilian , Strassburger Klaus , Trenkamp Sandra , Kupriyanova Yuliya , Schrauwen‐Hinderling Vera , Kahl Sabine , Burkart Volker , Wagner Robert , Roden Michael ,   for the GDS Group
Published: September 2023

AbstractBackground and AimsNon‐alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been linked to type 2 diabetes (T2D), but also to hypothyroidism. Nevertheless, the relationship between thyroid function and NAFLD in diabetes is less clear. This study investigated associations between free thyroxine (fT4) or thyroid‐stimulating hormone (TSH) and NAFLD in recent‐onset diabetes.MethodsParticipants with recent‐onset type 1 diabetes (T1D, n = 358), T2D (n = 596) or without diabetes (CON, n = 175) of the German Diabetes Study (GDS), a prospective longitudinal cohort study, underwent Botnia clamp tests and assessment of fT4, TSH, fatty liver index (FLI) and in a representative subcohort 1H‐magnetic resonance spectroscopy.ResultsFirst, fT4 levels were similar between T1D and T2D (p = .55), but higher than in CON (T1D: p < .01; T2D: p < .001), while TSH concentrations were not different between all groups. Next, fT4 correlated negatively with FLI and positively with insulin sensitivity only in T2D (ß = −.110, p < .01; ß = .126, p < .05), specifically in males (ß = −.117, p < .05; ß = .162; p < .01) upon adjustments for age, sex and BMI. However, correlations between fT4 and FLI lost statistical significance after adjustment for insulin sensitivity (T2D: ß = −.021, p = 0.67; males with T2D: ß = −.033; p = .56). TSH was associated positively with FLI only in male T2D before (ß = .116, p < .05), but not after adjustments for age and BMI (ß = .052; p = .30).ConclusionsSteatosis risk correlates with lower thyroid function in T2D, which is mediated by insulin resistance and body mass, specifically in men, whereas no such relationship is present in T1D.
Fine‐grained chondrule rims in Mighei‐like carbonaceous chondrites: Evidence for a nebular origin and modification by impacts and recurrent solar radiation heating
Authors: Mouti Al‐Hashimi Xeynab , Davidson Jemma , Schrader Devin L. , Bullock Emma S. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractThe Mighei‐like carbonaceous (CM) chondrites, the most abundant carbonaceous chondrite group by number, further our understanding of processes that occurred in their formation region in the protoplanetary disk and in their parent body/bodies and provide analogs for understanding samples returned from carbonaceous asteroids. Chondrules in the CMs are commonly encircled by fine‐grained rims (FGRs) whose origins are debated. We present the abundances, sizes, and petrographic observations of FGRs in six CMs that experienced varying intensities of parent body processing, including aqueous and thermal alteration. The samples studied here, in approximate order of increasing thermal alteration experienced, are Allan Hills 83100, Murchison, Meteorite Hills 01072, Elephant Moraine 96029, Yamato‐793321, and Pecora Escarpment 91008. Based on observations of these CM chondrites, we recommend a new average apparent (2‐D) chondrule diameter of 170 μm, which is smaller than previous estimates and overlaps with that of the Ornans‐like carbonaceous (CO) chondrites. Thus, we suggest that chondrule diameters are not diagnostic for distinguishing between CM and CO chondrites. We also argue that chondrule foliation noted in ALH 83100, MET 01072, and Murchison resulted from multiple low‐intensity impacts; that FGRs in CMs formed in the protoplanetary disk and were subsequently altered by both aqueous and thermal secondary alteration processes in their parent asteroid; and that the heat experienced by some CM chondrites may have originated from solar radiation of their source body/bodies during close solar passage as evidenced by the presence of evolved desiccation cracks in FGRs that formed by recurrent wetting and desiccation cycles.