bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Chiari II brain malformation is secondary to open spina bifida
Authors: Clark Maryam , Edwards Timothy J. , Savery Dawn , Galea Gabriel L. , Samy Nagaraj , Pauws Erwin , Kessaris Nicoletta , Greene Nicholas D.E. , Copp Andrew J. 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThe Chiari II brain malformation affects 90% of children with open spina bifida. The hindbrain herniates through the foramen magnum into the vertebral canal leading to frequent hydrocephalus and occasional respiratory emergency. Chiari II is not confined to the back of the brain, but is a global brain syndrome, with supratentorial defects that are associated with learning disability, affecting 20-25% of children with open spina bifida. The reason for the association between Chiari II and open spina bifida has long been debated. Separate effects on the brain and spinal cord of causative genetic or non-genetic factor(s) are possible. Conversely, Chiari II may be secondary to open spina bifida, and a prominent hypothesis cites chronic leakage of cerebrospinal fluid through the open spinal lesion as causative. To resolve the issue of causation, we bred mice in whichPax3gene function is conditionally deleted byCdx2Cre, specifically in the lower body, whereas the head is wild-type. Open spina bifida is seen in allCdx2cre; Pax3fl/flfetuses, together with many of the features of Chiari II in the wild-type brain of the mice. These include: hindbrain and cerebellar herniation, cortical thinning, hypogenesis of the corpus callosum and hippocampus, heterotopic neurons in the cerebral cortex and habenula and thickening of the proliferative zone. We conclude that the brain defects of Chiari II arise secondary to open spina bifida, with the implication that these may occur early in human gestation through disturbed neurogenesis. TheCdx2cre; Pax3fl/flmouse provides a model for improved understanding of Chiari II pathogenesis.
Recombination, truncation and horizontal transfer shape the diversity of cytoplasmic incompatibility patterns
Authors: Namias Alice , Martinez Julien , Boussou Iliana , Terretaz Kevin , Conner Will , Justy Fabienne , Makoundou Patrick , Perriat-Sanguinet Marco , Labbé Pierrick , Sicard Mathieu , Landmann Frederic , Weill Mylène 
Published: January 2025

AbstractWolbachiaare endosymbiotic bacteria inducing various reproductive manipulations of which cytoplasmic incompatibility (CI) is the most common. CI leads to reduced embryo viability in crosses between males carryingWolbachiaand uninfected females or those carrying an incompatible symbiont strain. In the mosquitoCulex pipiens, theWolbachia wPip causes highly complex crossing patterns. This complexity is linked to the amplification and diversification of the CI causal genes,cidAandcidB, with polymorphism located in the CidA-CidB interaction regions. We previously showed correlations between the identity of gene variants and CI patterns. However, these correlations were limited to specific crosses, and it is still unknown whethercid gene polymorphism in males’ and females’Wolbachiacan explain and predict the wide range of crossing types observed inC. pipiens. Taking advantage of a new method enabling full-gene acquisition, we sequenced completecidrepertoires from 45wPip strains collected worldwide. We demonstrated that the extensive diversity ofcidgenes arises from recombination and horizontal transfers. We uncovered furthercidBpolymorphism outside the interface regions and strongly correlated with CI patterns. Most importantly, we showed that in everywPip genome, all but onecidBvariant are truncated. TruncatedcidBs located in palindromes are partially or completely deprived of their deubiquitinase domain, crucial for CI. The identity of the sole full-lengthcidBvariant seems to dictate CI patterns, irrespective of the truncatedcidBspresent. Truncated CidBs exhibit reduced toxicity and stability inDrosophilacells, which potentially hinders their loading into sperm, essential for CI induction.
Human mitochondrial transfer modeling reveals biased delivery from mesenchymal-to-hematopoietic stem cells
Authors: Dupard Steven J. , Pinheiro Joao M. , Baudet Aurélie , Garcia Alejandro Garcia , Zacharaki Dimitra , Gil David Hidalgo , Prithiviraj Sujeethkumar , Swaminathan Vinay , Bourgine Paul E. 
Published: January 2025

AbstractWithin the bone marrow (BM), the intercellular communication between hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs) and mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs) is critical for the life-long maintenance of functional hematopoiesis. In recent years, the transfer of mitochondria between MSCs and HSPCs has emerged as a key aspect of this communication, occurring both in stress and homeostatic conditions. In human, the mesenchymal-to-hematopoietic transfer process and functional impact remain cryptic, primarily due to a lack of robust models. To this end, we here describe the development and exploitation of iMSOD-mito, an immortalized human MSCs line bearing an inducible mCherry mitochondrial tag. Co-culture with primary healthy HSPCs or a leukemic cell line revealed a high mitochondrial transfer rate (>15%), exclusively relying on cell-to-cell contact. While all CD34+ blood cells received mitochondria, a preferential transfer towards phenotypic hematopoietic stem cells was identified. Similarly, using primary MSCs with genetically labelled mitochondria we confirmed a transfer to all CD34+ populations, albeit occurring at a lower frequency than with the iMSOD-mito (3.38%). By engineering 3D bone marrow niches in perfusion bioreactor, this transfer rate could be significantly increased, while the biased towards HSC as receiver was maintained. Functionally, mitochondria-receiving cells exhibited an increased mitochondria membrane potential and reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, which in HSPCs was associated with retained quiescence in single cell divisional assay. In summary, we propose the iMSOD-mito as a standardized tool to model human mesenchymal-to-hematopoietic mitochondria transfer in 2D or 3D culture systems. Our work prompts the study of mitochondria transfer in both healthy or disease conditions, towards the design of regenerative therapies or identification of new targets in a malignant context.
Why illegitimate tasks should be reduced? Investigating their impact on employee well-being
Authors: Dong Yun , Hon Alice H.Y. , Tian Jian 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
This study aims to use psychological contract theory to explore the substantial impact of illegitimate tasks on the well-being of hospitality employees. It also examines the mediating role of psychological contract breach and the moderating role of employee emotional intelligence within the proposed moderated mediation model.

Design/methodology/approach
Data were collected from 338 hospitality employees in Guangdong, China, and the hypotheses were examined through hierarchical regression analysis.

Findings
The results revealed that illegitimate tasks could negatively impact employee well-being through psychological contract breach. Furthermore, employee emotional intelligence was confirmed as a critical moderator that buffers the negative impact of illegitimate tasks on psychological contract breach.

Originality/value
This research offers novel insights into the dynamics affecting hospitality employee well-being by framing illegitimate tasks within psychological contract theory. It identifies the critical conditions under which employees’ well-being is impacted, thus broadening the understanding of employee–organization interactions.
Investigation on the influence of rotational speed on oil film stability of hydrostatic rotary table
Authors: Yu Xiaodong , Lan Zhiyuan , Meng Xiuli , Wang Peng , Lin Yanlong , Du Boyu , Shao Mingjuan , Yang Xinyi , Dai Ruichun , Jia Wentao , Wang Junfeng , Jiang Hui , Jiao Jian-Hua 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of rotational speed on the oil film stability of the hydrostatic rotary table having double rectangular oil pads. The oil film stability is evaluated based on the oil film stiffness under constant load condition and the displacement response amplitude of the oil film under disturbance load condition.

Design/methodology/approach
The oil film stability theoretical equations of the double rectangular oil cavity are deduced such as oil film stiffness, damping and dynamic equations. A simulation model is developed to analyze the relationship among oil film temperature, oil film pressure fields and oil film stability. The user-defined function programs are used to control the rotational speed, lubricant viscosity and oil film thickness during the simulation. In addition, an experimental rig is built to test the simulation results.

Findings
This study shows that oil film stability decreases with increasing rotational speed under constant load and disturbance load. The trend of oil film stability decreased slowly within 30 r/min, and then rapidly. However, since the hydrodynamic pressure effect, the decrease rate of stability is mitigated under constant load and high rotational speeds.

Originality/value
The conclusions can provide a theoretical basis for improving the oil film stability of machines with similar hydrostatic support structure.

Peer review
The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-07-2024-0267/
Financial inclusion and bank stability: evidence from capital buffer and capital adequacy ratio
Authors: Ozili Peterson K. 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
This study aims to examine the effect of financial inclusion on bank stability, and the effect of bank stability on financial inclusion from 2011 to 2020.

Design/methodology/approach
This study analyses 33 countries which are divided into Asian countries, African countries, European countries and countries in the region of the Americas and using the panel regression method.

Findings
The analysis for the impact of financial inclusion on bank stability shows that high levels of financial inclusion have a significant positive impact on bank stability. The regional results show that financial inclusion improves bank stability in African countries and in countries in the region of the Americas while financial inclusion impairs bank stability in European countries. The analysis for the impact of bank stability on financial inclusion shows that bank stability has a significant effect on financial inclusion. The regional analysis shows that greater bank stability decreases financial inclusion in European and African countries while greater bank stability increases financial inclusion in countries in the Americas region. The results suggest that the effect of financial inclusion on bank stability, and the effect of bank stability on financial inclusion, depends on how financial inclusion and bank stability are measured and the region examined.

Originality/value
Existing studies have not examined the effect of financial inclusion on capital-based measures of bank stability and have not examined the effect of capital-based measures of bank stability on the level of financial inclusion.
Creating a genetic algorithm for third-party logistics’ warehouse delivery scheduling via a large language model
Authors: Kmiecik Mariusz 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to present the design and implementation of a genetic algorithm (GA), using a large language model (LLM) for optimizing the delivery scheduling process in warehouses of third-party logistics (3PL) companies, within the context of a simplified case study, and to highlight the main directions for implementing this methodology in business realities.

Design/methodology/approach
Using a simplified case study of an international 3PL company, this study applies a GA developed in RStudio by LLM to generate test scenarios and input data. The GA was optimized to minimize the time and distance of movement in the process of preparing goods for shipment, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving warehouse delivery scheduling.

Findings
The study confirms that the GA, supported by LLM, significantly improves the delivery planning process in the warehouse. Specifically, the implementation of the GA led to notable improvements in scheduling efficiency and a reduction in the distance traveled within the warehouse. These enhancements enable more efficient generation, evaluation and optimization of logistic scenarios. Additionally, the use of LLM greatly facilitates the creation and refinement of complex algorithms like GA, through automation and innovative approaches in logistics.

Research limitations/implications
The study highlights limitations related to data quality, the dynamic nature of logistic operations, computational complexity and the need for generalization of results. It also points out the lack of research in business realities that demonstrate the effectiveness of combining the benefits of LLM and GA in practice.

Originality/value
This paper makes a significant contribution to the literature by demonstrating the capabilities of advanced technologies such as GA and LLM in 3PL logistics. It presents an innovative approach to optimizing logistic processes, offering perspectives for further innovations and automation in supply chain management. It also indicates new opportunities for 3PL companies in terms of improving operational and cost efficiency, emphasizing the importance of continuously seeking innovative solutions in the face of increasing market demands.
An integrated MCDM approach for dielectric fluid selection during electrical discharge machining of aluminum bronze alloy
Authors: Chatterjee Saikat , Das Partha Protim , Chakraborty Shankar 
Published: January 2025

PurposeIn electrical discharge machining (EDM) process, EDM oil used as a dielectric fluid plays an important role in determining quality of the machining operation, serving as a medium to generate controlled electrical discharges, quenching medium to cool down and solidify the eroded gaseous particles, removal of solidified waste, and lubrication medium to absorb and remove the heat generated at the machining zone. Due to presence of numerous decisive factors, no single dielectric fluid (mainly in the form of EDM oil) meets all the required characteristics during a real-time EDM operation. Thus, this paper proposes application of an integrated methodology to select the most appropriate EDM oil for enhanced machining performance during deep-hole drilling of aluminum bronze alloy.Design/methodology/approachA good dielectric fluid should possess several characteristics, like low cost, non-toxicity, low viscosity, good wetting property, high flash and fire points to avoid fire hazards, chemically non-corrosive, high electric strength and specific gravity, minimal aromatics and good quenching behavior. In this paper, performance of 10 alternative EDM oils is evaluated based on six selection criteria. Integrated determination of objective criteria weights (IDOCRIW) method is adopted to compute the criteria weights, whereas double normalization-based multiple aggregation (DNMA) approach is applied to identify the best-suited EDM oil from the candidate alternatives.FindingsSpark SPO-A EDM oil appears as the most suitable dielectric fluid, followed by Fine Spark 110. Contrarily, Exxsol D80 emerges as the worst choice.Originality/valueThe robustness of the adopted methodology is finally validated through sensitivity analysis studies. It can thus be applied to solve any of the decision-making problems with high degree of accuracy and consistency.
Marketing with a social conscience: strategic windows for aligning societal marketing with corporate identity
Authors: Siaw Christopher Agyapong 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
This study proposes a conceptual framework for strategically integrating societal marketing (SM) into corporate identity to effectively represent a firm’s SM programs to stakeholders. The framework is crucial for firms to align their SM efforts with their identity in a manner that minimizes, if not eliminating, the accusations of dishonesty, such as greenwashing, brownwashing, or greenhushing.

Design/methodology/approach
Drawing on corporate identity theory and synthesizing the literature on SM, the study identifies three levels of corporate identity (strategic, operational, and functional) and three dimensions of SM’s alignment with business objectives (direct, indirect, and remote). Subsequently, the study develops a conceptual framework based on an interaction between corporate identity levels (strategic, operational, and functional) and dimensions of SM’s alignment with business objectives (direct, indirect, and remote) to identify strategic windows to represent SM to stakeholders.

Findings
The study identifies nine strategic windows at the strategic, operational, and functional levels of corporate identity to represent a firm’s SM programs to stakeholders. At the strategic level, CSR, corporate citizenship, and sustainability programs may be utilized to represent SM programs to stakeholders when SM respectively aligns with business objectives remotely, indirectly, and directly. At the operational level, environmental safety, stakeholder marketing, and business/marketing ethics programs serve this role. At the functional level, philanthropy, cause-related marketing, and green marketing are identified to represent SM to stakeholders, depending on the respective alignment of SM with business objectives remotely, indirectly, and directly.

Research limitations/implications
The study implies that firms can minimize corporate misrepresentation of SM programs, especially when diverse stakeholder expectations demand varied representation of SM across levels of corporate identity. Additionally, firms can mitigate stakeholder confusion and misinterpretation by highlighting the differing degrees of alignment between SM and their economic goals when competing firms promote SM programs in the same context.

Practical implications
The study implies that firms can selectively prioritize different SM programs at different contexts depending on how stakeholders’ expectations are satisfied by the interaction between levels of corporate identity and dimensions of SM.

Originality/value
This paper advances corporate marketing research on corporate identity by proposing strategic windows to integrate SM into corporate identity for effective representation of SM programs to stakeholders.
Protecting natural environment of destination through tourists’ environment responsible behavior: empirical analysis of green brand equity model
Authors: Aziz Sadia , Niazi Muhammad Abdullah Khan 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
Recently tourist destinations are facing serious issues of environmental degradation and destination managers are developing strategies to achieve the sustainable destinations’ natural environment. The primary purpose of this study is to analyze the role of green destination brand equity (DBE) in shaping tourists’ environmentally responsible behavior (ERB). Green DBE is analyzed through green destination awareness (GDA), green destination image (GDI), green destination quality (GDQ) and green destination loyalty (GDL). Furthermore, perceived destination trust (PDT) is considered a mediator, and green perceived value is a moderator to explain the tourists’ ERB.

Design/methodology/approach
Respondents attending the green-certified destinations were approached physically, and data was gathered from 701 respondents through a self-administered survey method.

Findings
Results of the study indicated a significant effect of GDA on GDI and GDQ while an insignificant effect on GDL. Study found significant effect of GDI on GDQ and GDL. Study indicated significant effect of GDQ on GDL. Results of the study indicated significant effect of GDA, GDI, GDQ and GDL on tourists’ ERB. Furthermore, PDT significantly mediated the relationship between green DBE and tourists’ ERB. Finally, moderation results for green destination value (GPV) were significant between green DBE and tourists’ ERB.

Originality/value
Based on the theoretical perspectives of the simulation-organism-response model, a study has explained the influence of green DBE destinations on tourists’ ERB. The study has significantly used the concept of green DBE to explain tourists’ ERB and endorsed the importance of branding in achieving a sustainable tourist destination environment. Finally, the study has uniquely explained tourists’ ERB with the PDT and GPV. The study has highlighted the significance of green branding strategies in protecting the destination environment through shaping tourists’ ERB.
Functional reading teaching in special education: Experiences of teacher candidates
Authors: Cavkaytar Serap , Yildiz Gizem 
Published: January 2025

AbstractThe aim of this research is to determine the functional reading teaching experiences of special education teacher candidates studying in the final year of the faculty of education special education teaching program. Teacher candidates' functional reading teaching experiences, the difficulties they experienced in functional reading teaching, and their support needs were determined in special education schools where they did their internships. The research was designed with a case study, which is one of the qualitative research designs. The study group of the research is twelve special education teacher candidates determined by criterion sampling method. The data, in this research, were collected through semi‐structured interviews, observation, and researcher's diary. The data were analysed with inductive content analysis. The findings have shown that the majority of special education teacher candidates, as prospective teachers, have difficulty in planning functional reading instruction, have difficulties in providing sound‐based teaching and developing games, in the teaching process due to children's severe disabilities and their inability to cope with problem behaviours. In addition, all of the participants stated that they needed practical functional reading teaching training and that teacher qualifications should be improved through intensive supervision for this. When the findings obtained from classroom observations in this research were examined, it was observed that, in parallel with the interview findings, teacher candidates had difficulties in choosing and applying methods, and they often used errorless teaching methods and direct teaching method.
Adding economic insult to chauvinistic injury? Attitudes toward immigration in Germany, Sweden and the UK
Authors: CAPPELEN CORNELIUS , KUHNLE STEIN , LINDE JONAS , MIDTBØ TOR 
Published: January 2025

AbstractIn this study we show that on different dimensions of social security (compensation level, maximum duration and eligibility criteria), respondents in Germany, Sweden and the United Kingdom prefer their governments to compensate unemployed immigrants less generously than unemployed natives, even after considering potential prejudices about work ethics, job experience, etc. We add to the extant literature in several ways. Based on survey experiments, we identify a strong economic component in welfare chauvinistic sentiments across the three countries. Chauvinism is negatively related to the income level of both immigrants and the respondents. We also find that low income reinforces the effect of chauvinism, a phenomenon we refer to as ‘intersectionality’. Furthermore, by comparing the preferences in the experiments with the actual welfare schemes, we find that the respondents are more generous than their respective governments regarding the level of compensation for natives as well as immigrants. When the comparison is between respondents’ preferences and actual welfare policies rather than between treatment groups, the respondents appear to be more welfare inclusive than welfare chauvinistic.