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Yin-Yang balancing: a novel way of managing firms’ entrepreneurial orientation paradoxes
Authors: Pauluzzo Rubens 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThis paper investigates how to embrace an “either/and” logic, borrowed from the Yin-Yang epistemological system, to provide a different perspective to the entrepreneurial orientation (EO) research and reframe its paradoxes and dilemmas.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopts the duality map for paradox management, a tool designed to recognize and measure the threshold as a range within which opposite elements can be properly balanced for a healthy tension, to show that the apparently contradictory poles of the EO construct can co-exist within the same organization depending on specific situations, contexts and time.FindingsBy using duality maps as working models, the study shows that, in real life, the apparently contradictory poles of the EO construct co-exist in a healthy tension within the same organization and are managed in a constant process of dynamic balancing over time.Research limitations/implicationsThe present paper contributes to the EO research by providing a different perspective to the EO concept, thus filling the gap on how to go beyond the traditional polarized (“either/or”) paradigm that has dominated the EO literature since its origins.Originality/valueEO is dominated by a polarized view that sees opposites as sharp dichotomies. However, the complexity and variability of today’s interconnected world are pushing scholars to move from this hegemonic Western perspective by adopting different cultural and philosophical approaches able to balance the inherent duality of the EO concept.
Examining the impact of India–USA free trade agreement on agriculture sector: an ex-ante partial equilibrium analysis
Authors: Jain Neha , Kumar Sandeep 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThe purpose of the paper is to explore the economic repercussions of potential India–USA free trade agreement (FTA) on the trade of agricultural commodities at HS 2-digit level.Design/methodology/approachThe analysis is undertaken by assuming tariff reduction in a phased manner using the World Integrated Trade Solutions (WITS)-SMART partial equilibrium model to identify the trade creation and trade diversion effects.FindingsOverall results show that both the trading partners gain from the proposed FTA. Trade creation dominates over trade diversion in India's analysis.Practical implicationsAn FTA between India and the USA could be an essential step toward more liberal trade regimes and provide enormous economic benefits to both countries. Government of both the countries should support deeper integration. This will create more job opportunities and generate prosperity in both economies.Originality/valueThere are numerous studies conducted on evaluating the impact of FTAs ratified between countries. But there are limited studies which evaluate the impact of the proposed India–USA FTA on the economies of both trading partners specifically on the agriculture sector.
Women entrepreneurs’ persistence at the time of the COVID-19 pandemic: a decision-making perspective
Authors: Nouri Pouria 
Published: June 2022

Purpose
Decision-making is of utmost importance for entrepreneurs. One of the most important entrepreneurial decisions is the decision to persist, which under certain circumstances such as a high level of adversity may seal the fate of entrepreneurs’ businesses. Nevertheless, the main antecedents of the decision to persist among entrepreneurs have remained understudied. This dearth of research is more obvious with respect to women entrepreneurs, especially in developing countries. To address this gap, this paper aims to explore the main antecedents of the decision to persist among women entrepreneurs.

Design/methodology/approach
By adopting a narrative approach, data were collected through a combination of semi-structured and in-depth questions with a sample of Iranian women entrepreneurs founding and running small businesses offering services in a variety of sectors and analysed by narrative data analysis.

Findings
According to the findings, the pandemic-emanated uncertainty, personal attachment to one’s venture as well as the reluctance of being blamed by one’s family, and the fear of the unknown future were the main drivers of the decision to persist among the entrepreneurs.

Originality/value
This paper offers two novel contributions to the extant literature. This paper is a pioneer not only in exploring entrepreneurs’ decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic but also in studying the decision to persist in the context of the developing nations.
The impact of local government economic development programs on city-level entrepreneurial activity: evidence from Southern California
Authors: Asencio Hugo D. , Prager Fynnwin , Martínez José N. , Tamura John 
Published: June 2022

PurposeThis paper examines the relationship between government economic development programming and entrepreneurial activity, by examining evidence in Southern California cities. While numerous studies explore this relationship between government institutions and entrepreneurship at the level of countries and states, significant questions remain at the level of city government, and the influence of local government economic development programs on city-level entrepreneurial activity.Design/methodology/approachThis paper uses regression analysis of data from all 215 Southern California cities to decompose the complex relationships between economic development programming and different types of entrepreneurial activity.FindingsResults suggest startups are attracted to cities with higher crime rates, more diversity, and older populations, yet not those with higher levels of economic development programming. There is evidence that some types of economic development programming may influence entrepreneurship, especially for the level of minority-owned businesses.Originality/valueThe paper makes three important contributions to the literature. First, it is among the first to use local (city-level) entrepreneurship as an outcome variable to measure the effect of government economic development programming. Many scholars have instead chosen to look at outcomes relating to general economic growth (e.g. new jobs) rather than outcomes specific to local entrepreneurship. Second, it explores city-wide entrepreneurial activity with respect to numerous measures, such as start-ups, minority and female ownership, and self-employment. Third, it examines the potential influence of economic development programming, both on aggregate and decomposed into economic development program clusters.
Sources of bias in death determination: A research note articulating the need to include systemic sources of biases along with cognitive ones as impacting mortality data
Authors: Neuilly Melanie‐Angela 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThere are structural and organizational factors that impact how and what mortality data are collected. There are individual decision‐making processes and implicit cognitive biases that influence how and what mortality data are collected. Yet there seems to be a disconnect between how and why these two broad sources of bias may collide and how both need to be understood in order to be able to approach solutions aimed at strengthening the accuracy of mortality data. Using results from a mixed‐method, long‐term research project at four medicolegal offices in two countries, France and the United States, this research note proposes that truly understanding the sources of implicit cognitive bias in forensic pathologists and other medicolegal actors requires knowledge of legal, cultural, and organizational structures that shape medicolegal systems and in turn constrain individual actors' decision‐making processes. The goal is to advocate for multilevel and multi‐methods approaches to propose systemic solutions to the issue of implicit cognitive biases in forensic pathologists and other medicolegal actors' decision‐making processes. For this purpose, the author outlines a series of specific issues to be integrated in future research.
The Press and Pulse of Climate Change: Extreme Events in the Colorado River Basin
Authors: McCoy Amy L. , Jacobs Katharine L. , Vano Julie A. , Wilson J. Keaton , Martin Season , Pendergrass Angeline G. , Cifelli Rob 
Published: June 2022

AbstractExtremes in temperature and precipitation are associated with damaging floods, prolonged drought, destructive wildfires, agricultural challenges, compromised human health, vulnerable infrastructure, and threatened ecosystems and species. Often, the steady and progressive trends (or presses) of rising global temperature are the central focus in how climate impacts are described. However, observations of extreme weather events (or pulses) increasingly show that the intensity, duration and/or frequency of acute events are also changing, resulting in greater impacts on communities and the environment. Describing how the influence of extreme events may shape water management in the Colorado River Basin in clear terms is critical to sound future planning and efforts to manage risk. Three scenario planning workshops in 2019 and 2020 were held as part of a Colorado River Conversations series, identifying potential impacts from multiple intersecting extreme events. Water managers identified climate‐related events of concern in the Colorado River Basin that necessitate greater attention and adaptive responses. To support efforts to include consideration of climate‐change‐driven extremes in water management and planning, we explore the current state of knowledge at the confluence of long‐term climate shifts and extreme weather in the Colorado River Basin related to the events of concern that were identified by scenario planning participants.
Variations in whole brain radiation therapy fractionation for brain metastases in Victoria
Authors: Chee Lessandra Yan Shan , Sia Joseph , Milne Roger L , Foroudi Farshad , Millar Jeremy L , Ong Wee Loon 
Published: June 2022

AbstractIntroductionWe aim to evaluate the use of different whole brain radiation therapy (WBRT) fractionation schedules for brain metastases (BM) in Victoria, and the factors associated with it.MethodsThis is a population‐based cohort of patients who received radiation therapy for BM between 2012 and 2017, as captured in the Victorian Radiotherapy Minimum Dataset. We excluded patients with primary brain tumour and those who had ‘prophylactic’ intent treatment. The Cochran–Armitage test was used to evaluate changing trend in WBRT fractionation. Multivariate multinomial logistic regressions were used to evaluate factors associated with WBRT fractionation.ResultsOf the 3111 patients who had WBRT, 1048 (45%), 1291 (42%) and 312 (13%) had ≤5, 6–10 and >10 fractions WBRT respectively. There was progressive increase in ≤5 fractions WBRT use over time, from 37% in 2012 to 50% in 2017 (P‐trend < 0.001). In multivariate analyses, increasing age, patients with gastrointestinal cancer, patients living in remote/regional areas and more recent treatment were associated with the use of shorter WBRT fractionation (≤5 fractions), while patients who had WBRT plus stereotactic radiosurgery, and those treated in private institutions were associated with the use of prolonged WBRT fractionation (≥6 fractions). Three hundred eighty‐nine (13%) patients died within 30 days of WBRT, of which 241 (64%), 119 (32%) and 17 (5%) had ≤5, 6–10 and > 10 fractions WBRT respectively.ConclusionWe observed large variations in WBRT fractionation that are associated with patient, tumour, treatment and institutional factors. It is important to continuously monitor and benchmark our practice in order to reduce potentially unwarranted variations.
Multiproxy Paleosol Evidence for Jurassic Paleoclimate Fluctuations in the Sichuan Basin, SW China
Authors: LI Jun , WEN Xingyue , PAN Yuanyuan , HUANG Chengmin 
Published: June 2022

AbstractPaleoclimate reconstruction of continental environments has been hampered by the limited evidence. A thick sequence of Jurassic continental deposits in the Sichuan Basin, Southwest China yields abundant paleosols that may offer valuable insights regarding Jurassic climate scenarios. A succession of 169 paleosols belonging to Protosols, Calcisols, and Argillisols from 23 detailed stratigraphic sections was recognized and characterized macro‐ and micromorphologically and assessed for mineral and geochemical compositions. Quantitative paleoclimate reconstructions using bulk geochemical proxies, the depth to and the stable oxygen isotopic composition of paleosol carbonates indicated a predominant alternation of semiarid and arid cool/warm‐temperate climatic conditions punctuated by several episodes of subhumid and humid climates that generally prevailed in the Sichuan Basin during the Jurassic. The estimated paleoatmospheric CO2 concentrations (pCO2) from calcic paleosols yielded a low range of ∼104 ± 58 to ∼610 ± 152 ppmv during the Middle Jurassic. The terrestrial paleotemperature changes in the Sichuan Basin coincided with the pCO2 variations, which probably resulted from global geological events (e.g., volcanic activities, magmatic and oceanic events, and the ephemeral caps development) in the Middle Jurassic. Jurassic climatic fluctuations in the basin were likely attributed to true polar wander due to global plate motion, megamonsoon effect linked to global and regional paleogeography, and regional paleotopography.
Spatial and Temporal Stress Variations before and after the 2008 Wenchuan Mw 7.9 Earthquake and its Implications: A Study based on Borehole Stress Data
Authors: MENG Wen , LIN Weiren , CHEN Qunce , LI Yonghua 
Published: June 2022

AbstractIn situ stress measurement data was analyzed to estimate the temporal and spatial stress variations at shallow depths in the Longmenshan fault zone (LMSF), prior to and following the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake (WCEQ). Analysis of the stress field related to fault strength and behavior is useful for understanding geodynamic processes and conducting hazard assessments. The shallow stress changes after the WCEQ show clear along‐strike variations. Degrees of stress orientation rotations have a negative correlation with the horizontal principal stress ratios and the WCEQ apparently reduced the magnitude difference between horizontal principal stresses. Taking stress magnitudes and orientation distribution relative to the fault strike into account, we propose an intermediate‐strength of LMSF, with a friction coefficient generally constrained between 0.35 and 0.6. In addition, high‐pressure fluids in the fault zone reduce the effective normal stress and to a certain degree weaken the fault strength. The accumulated stress over a certain period following release of the WCEQ indicates the start of another earthquake cycle. The changing crustal stress field makes the LMSF stable or slipping optimally during geodynamic processes. The segmentation feature of the shallow crustal stress field in the LMSF may imply a different tectonic loading and seismic release processes along the fault. The southwestern section to the epicenter of the WCEQ favors the occurrence of future earthquakes, as high μm in a state of critical failure was present in this area, which indicates that the Wenchuan and Lushan earthquakes did not release the accumulated stress to a sufficient extent there.
Architectural Model of a Dryland Gravel Braided River, based on 3D UAV Oblique Photogrammetric Data: A Case Study of West Dalongkou River in Eastern Xinjiang, China
Authors: YIN Senlin , ZHU Baiyu , GUO Haiping , XU Zhenhua , LI Xiaoshan , WU Xiaojun , CHEN Yukun , JIANG Zhibin 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThree‐dimensional unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) oblique photogrammetric data were used to infer mountainous gravel braided river lithofacies, lithofacies associations and architectural elements. Hierarchical architecture and lithofacies associations with detailed lithofacies characterizations were comprehensively described to document the architectural model, architectural element scale and gravel particle scale. (1) Nine lithofacies (i.e., Gmm, Gcm, Gcc, Gci, Gcl, Ss, Sm, Fsm and Fl) were identified and classified as gravel, sand and fine matrix deposits. These are typical depositional features of a mountainous dryland gravel‐braided river. (2) Three architectural elements were identified, including channel (CH), gravel bar (GB) and overbank (OB). CH can be further divided into flow channel and abandoned channel, while GB consists of Central Gravel bar (CGB) and Margin Gravel bar (MGB). (3) The gravel bar is the key architectural element of the gravel braided river, with its geological attributes. The dimensions of GBs and their particles are various, but exhibit good relationships with each other. The grain size of GB decreases downstream, but the dimensions of GB do not. The bank erosion affects the GB dimensions, whereas channel incision and water flow velocity influence the grain size of GB. The conclusions can be applied to the dryland gravel braided river studies in tectonically active areas.
Shared network‐level functional alterations across substance use disorders: A multi‐level kernel density meta‐analysis of resting‐state functional connectivity studies
Authors: Taebi Arezoo , Becker Benjamin , Klugah‐Brown Benjamin , Roecher Erik , Biswal Bharat , Zweerings Jana , Mathiak Klaus 
Published: June 2022

AbstractAn increasing number of neuroimaging studies indicate functional alterations in cortico‐striatal loops in individuals with substance use disorders (SUD). Dysregulations in these circuits may contribute to drug‐seeking and drug‐consuming behaviour by impeding inhibitory control, habit formation, and reward processing. Despite evidence of network‐level changes in SUD, a shared pattern of functional alterations within and between spatially distributed brain networks has not been systematically investigated. The present meta‐analytic investigation aims at identifying common alterations in resting‐state functional connectivity patterns across different SUD, including stimulant, heroin, alcohol, cannabis, and nicotine use. To this aim, seed‐based whole‐brain connectivity maps for different functional networks were extracted and subjected to multi‐level kernel density analysis to identify dysfunctional networks in individuals with SUD compared with healthy controls. In addition, an exploratory analysis examined substance‐specific effects as well as the influence of drug use status on the main findings. Our findings indicate a hypoconnectivity pattern for the limbic, salience, and frontoparietal networks in individuals with SUD as compared with healthy controls. The default mode network additionally exhibited a complex pattern of hypo‐ and hyperconnectivity across the studies. The observed disrupted connectivity between networks in SUD may associate with deficient inhibitory control mechanisms that are thought to contribute to excessive craving and automatic drug‐related behaviour as well as failure in substance use cessation. The identified network‐based alterations in SUD represent potential treatment targets for neuromodulation, for example, network‐based real‐time functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) neurofeedback. Such interventions can evaluate the behavioural relevance of the identified neural circuits.
Axial skeletal morphological studies on the helmeted Guinea fowl (Numida meleagridis)
Authors: Onwuama Kenechukwu Tobechukwu , Ojodare Timothy Adeoluwa , Kigir Esther Solomon , Jaji Alhaji Zubair , Salami Suleiman Olawoye 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThis study on the morphological features of bones of the helmeted guinea fowl (Numidia meleagridis) specifically the axial skeleton was conducted for documentation and valuable information on differences when compared with other species of the same order. Ten (10) Helmeted guinea fowls (5 females and 5 males) with an average weight of 3.0 kg were euthanized via jugular vein severance with bone preparation achieved via the use of insect larvae. The skull presented an elongated structure made up of paired and unpaired flat, short and long bones with distinctive features. The frontal bone projected caudodorsally to form a horn like structure, the frontal process at its middle while the vomer was absent. The cervical vertebrae were 14 in number starting from the first (Atlas) to the last vertebra without a rib. Specific distinguishing features were evident in the Atlas, Axis, 3rd to 5th, 6th to 11th and 12th to 14th cervical vertebrae. The thoracic vertebrae presented 7 bones comprising the 1st single free vertebra; notarium (fused 2nd to 5th), 6th single free vertebra and the last 7th vertebrae that fused with the synsacrum which was an ankylosis of the lumbar and sacral vertebrae. The caudal vertebrae were 7 with the last; the pygostyle being distinct in appearance. The ribs were 7 pairs, of which the first two were asternal while the remaining five were sternal and consisted of proximal vertebral and distal sternal portions. The curved uncinate process articulated to the caudal border of the 2nd and vertebral portions of the 3rd to 5th ribs. The guinea fowl proved to be a carinate by presenting a single sternum with dorsolateral processes and a ventral carina. In conclusion, this study revealed that except for the skull, the axial skeleton of the Helmeted Guinea fowl presented similarities to that of the domestic fowl (Gallus domesticus).
An audit of clinical outcomes following ovarian administration of platelet‐rich plasma (PRP) in women with severe diminished ovarian reserve
Authors: Tremellen Kelton , Pacella‐Ince Leanne 
Published: June 2022

BackgroundInfertility caused by poor oocyte quality is one of the most difficult areas to manage. While oocyte donation is an effective treatment, for most women it is a treatment of last resort. Ovarian platelet‐rich plasma (PRP) treatment is a relatively new adjunct therapy which has been reported to possibly improve oocyte quality and in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment outcomes in women with severe diminished ovarian reserve.AimsTo audit IVF and pregnancy outcomes following ovarian PRP treatment in a cohort of women under 45 years of age with severe diminished ovarian reserve and previous IVF treatment failure.MethodsAn audit of 20 consecutive patients comparing embryology outcomes before and after ovarian PRP treatment, together with assessment of PRP‐related pregnancies and treatment complications.ResultsOverall, PRP treatment produced no significant improvement in oocyte number, but did increase the number of embryos generated compared to patients’ own pre‐PRP IVF cycle (zero vs two embryos, P = 0.005). In total four patients conceived viable genetically normal pregnancies in their next IVF cycle, and a further two conceived naturally within 4 months of the PRP treatment. Five of these pregnancies were in women 40 years or older, all being euploid on non‐invasive pregnancy screening and viable beyond 12 weeks gestation. No operative complications were observed.ConclusionOvarian PRP treatment appears to be low risk and may offer some promise in assisting pregnancy (natural and IVF‐related), especially in women with reduced oocyte quality due to advanced maternal age. Future randomised controlled trials are urgently required to confirm this benefit.