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The effects of the Toyota Way on agile manufacturing: an empirical analysis
Authors: Vanichchinchai Assadej 
Published: September 2022

PurposeThe purpose of this research is to examine the impact of the Toyota Way (TW), TW pillars (i.e. continuous improvement, and respect for people), and TW elements (i.e. challenge, kaizen, genchi-genbutsu, respect, and teamwork) on agile manufacturing (AM) and AM elements (i.e. responsiveness, capability, speed and flexibility).Design/methodology/approachData were collected from 216 automotive parts manufacturers. Multiple and linear regressions were used to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe study found that overall TW and both pillars have significant effects on overall AM and all AM elements, except for the influence of continuous improvement on speed and flexibility. No individual TW element can improve every AM element. TW and AM are not mutually exclusive. To improve AM, managers should apply TW as a set of integrated technical and personnel elements rather than as isolated elements.Originality/valueThis study is one of the first to hierarchically explore the effects of socio-technical TW, TW's individual pillars and elements on overall AM and each AM element in the automotive parts industry. Findings from this research can be used to develop a socio-technical lean system to be integrated with AM more effectively leading to successful leagile manufacturing.
Intrinsic and extrinsic reward synergies for innovative work behavior among South African knowledge workers
Authors: Venketsamy Aveshan , Lew Charlene 
Published: September 2022

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate whether organizational support for innovation and informational extrinsic rewards moderate the relationship between intrinsic motivation and innovative work behavior.Design/methodology/approachMultiple and hierarchical regression analyses based on data from 150 knowledge workers tested the hypotheses for a South African sample.FindingsThe results confirmed a positive relationship between intrinsic motivation and innovative work behavior, and found positive relationships between both organizational support for innovation and informational extrinsic rewards and innovative work behavior. While organizational support positively moderated the relationship between intrinsic motivation and innovative work behavior, acting in synergy with intrinsic motivation, informational extrinsic rewards had a negative moderating effect.Practical implicationsWhen organizations want to encourage knowledge workers to generate, promote and realize innovative ideas, they should create an environment that encourages autonomy, competence and relatedness, with support for creativity and differences of ideas.Originality/valueThe study provides new indications of the interactions of synergistic extrinsic rewards and intrinsic motivation to affect innovative work behavior.
On the fate of dead coral colonies
Authors: Morais Juliano , Morais Renato , Tebbett Sterling B. , Bellwood David R. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract

Carbonate budgets dynamically balance production and loss of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) on coral reefs. To sustain or expand the coral reef framework, CaCO3 production by calcifying organisms must be higher than erosion. However, global climate change has been negatively impacting carbonate production, with bleaching events causing widespread coral mortality. Although bleaching and coral mortality are well documented, the fate of coral colonies after their death, including their erosion rates, are still poorly known.

We followed the fate of 143 recently dead individual coral colonies with complex growth forms (arborescent, caespitose, corymbose, digitate and tabular), whose mortality was triggered by two consecutive bleaching events. These colonies, spread over 16 km2 of the Lizard Island reef complex, were tracked for up to 5 years, allowing detailed examination of erosion rates and post‐mortality structural persistence. We also tested how variables that are commonly used in coral reef erosion studies relate to spatial and temporal variability in the erosion rates of dead coral colonies.

We revealed rapid erosion of dead coral colonies, with an average of 79.7% of dead colonies completely disintegrating within 60 months. The predicted half‐life of a dead coral colony was 40 months, with limited variation among wave exposure levels. Remarkably, we found no effect of estimated parrotfish bioerosion, wave exposure, nor coral growth form, on observed erosion rates.

Our results suggest that our understanding of the erosion of dead corals may be more limited than previously thought. The rapid loss of coral colonies on our study sites calls for a re‐evaluation of the role of corals with complex growth forms in reef growth and of parrotfishes in reef erosion.

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Eusociality and the transition from biparental to alloparental care in termites
Authors: Chouvenc Thomas 
Published: September 2022

AbstractIn eusocial organisms, cooperative brood care within a colony represents a situation where the ancestral parental care duties have shifted away from the reproductive parent(s) towards their offspring. The shift to alloparental care was often instrumental in the initial emergence of eusociality, as it ultimately contributed to the establishment of the reproductive division of labour.Remarkably, eusocial taxa such as ants and termites, which still display an ancestral independent colony foundation phase, must go through an obligatory parental care period, as a temporary subsocial family unit. In termites specifically, an incipient colony inherently remains a woodroach family unit until alloparental care is established. Colony foundation success can then be limited by a series of factors that may include environmental, behavioural, symbiotic and physiological constraints.In this study, 450 incipient termite colonies (Coptotermes gestroi) were established to investigate the timing of physiological changes in founders during the transition from biparental to alloparental care. Results showed that the finite initial internal nutritional resources that alates carry during the dispersal flight are a primary limiting factor for successful colony establishment. TheCoptotermesqueen and king must rapidly establish (<150 days) their first cohort of offspring to reach alloparental care or simply run out of resources and die. Alates, therefore, carry just enough internal resources to produce the first few alloparents (< 15 workers) to prime the system towards colony ergonomic growth, with a definitive shift to solely reproductive functions.Eusocial insect primary reproductive traits were optimized for three successive functions within the life cycle of a colony: alate dispersal (sexual reproduction), colony foundation (parental care) and colony growth (increased egg production towards colony maturity). However, results suggest that trade‐offs involving these functions appear to primarily favour dispersal ones (quantity vs. quality of alates), as founder(s) carry minimal resources and have no room for parental care inefficiency and as they then fully rely on their alloparents for further reproductive output.The transition towards alloparental care during colony foundation of eusocial insects may, therefore, reflect on the initial evolutionary transition from ancestral subsociality to eusociality.Read the freePlain Language Summaryfor this article on the Journal blog.
Characterizing the role of Weibo and WeChat in sharing original information in a crisis
Authors: Li Lifang , Wen Hong , Zhang Qingpeng 
Published: September 2022

AbstractStrategically differentiated managerial evidence of different social media platforms is of great importance to enhance crisis communication processes by balancing their strengths and weaknesses. This study aims to uncover the platform‐specific situational information‐sharing characteristics by differentiating the major types of information published in Weibo and WeChat during different phases of a crisis. The subject of the study is the Changsheng fake vaccine crisis which happened in China in 2018. Multiple supervised machine learning and topic modelling methods are used for the characterization of situational information types of the crisis during three phases in both platforms. Our study found that WeChat shares more situational information such as notifications, caution and advice, and criticizing information, whereas Weibo shares more emotional support and help‐seeking information. This study provides social media analytics and empirical evidence of platform‐specific situational information‐sharing characteristics to aid authorities/researchers for better crisis communication and public emergency management.
Net enclosures disrupt codling moth dispersal not establishment
Authors: Marshall Adrian T. , Beers Elizabeth H. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Apple growers have pursued the use of exclusion netting to reduce pesticide inputs and maintain control of codling moth.
It is uncertain if these nets provide a physical or behavioural behaviour, and if they prevent codling moth establishment.
To address this, we conducted field trials testing the ability of commercial netting to exclude codling moth using small (3 trees) and large (48 trees) cages. Experiments were conducted to evaluate both the permeability by releasing marked sterile moths either inside or outside the small cages, and the establishment of wild codling moth in the large cages.
Results from the small cage study showed that netting reduced codling moth movement out of the netted plots, but virtually prevented codling moth dispersal into the plots. Codling moth capture inside the large cage plots was significantly less than in uncaged plots, but no differences were found in codling moth damage at harvest.
These results indicate that the netting is physically permeable to codling moth adults; however, it acts as a behavioural barrier to moth immigration. These outcomes agree with existing literature that net enclosures can provide a non‐insecticidal tool to improve codling moth management, although it may not be a stand‐alone technique.
Skin biomarkers predict development of atopic dermatitis in infancy
Authors: Rinnov Maria Rasmussen , Halling Anne‐Sofie , Gerner Trine , Ravn Nina Haarup , Knudgaard Mette Hjorslev , Trautner Simon , Goorden Susan M. I. , Ghauharali‐van der Vlugt Karen J. M. , Stet Femke S. , Skov Lone , Thomsen Simon Francis , Egeberg Alexander , Rosted Aske L. L. , Petersen Troels , Jakasa Ivone , Riethmüller Christoph , Kezic Sanja , Thyssen Jacob P. 
Published: September 2022

AbstractBackgroundThere is currently no insight into biomarkers that can predict the onset of pediatric atopic dermatitis (AD).MethodsNested in a prospective birth cohort study that examined the occurrence of physician‐diagnosed AD in 300 children, 44 random children with onset of AD in the first year of life were matched on sex and season of birth with 44 children who did not develop AD. Natural moisturizing factor (NMF), corneocyte surface protrusions, cytokines, free sphingoid bases (SBs) of different chain lengths and their ceramides were analyzed from tape strips collected at 2 months of age before onset of AD using liquid chromatography, atomic force microscopy, multiplex immunoassay, and liquid chromatography mass spectrometry, respectively.ResultsSignificant alterations were observed for four lipid markers, with phytosphingosine ([P]) levels being significantly lower in children who developed AD compared with children who did not (median 240 pmol/mg vs. 540 pmol/mg, p < 0.001). The two groups of children differed in the relative amounts of SB of different chain lengths (C17, C18 and C20). Thymus‐ and activation‐regulated chemokine (TARC/CCL17) was slightly higher in children who developed AD, whereas NMF and corneocyte surface texture were similar. AD severity assessed by the eczema area and severity index (EASI) at disease onset was 4.2 (2.0;7.2). [P] had the highest prediction accuracy among the biomarkers (75.6%), whereas the combination of 5 lipid ratios gave an accuracy of 89.4%.ConclusionThis study showed that levels and SB chain length were altered in infants who later developed AD, and that TARC/CCL17 levels were higher.
The mindsets × societal norm effect across 78 cultures: Growth mindsets are linked to performance weakly and well‐being negatively in societies with fixed‐mindset norms
Authors: Lou Nigel Mantou , Li Liman Man Wai 
Published: September 2022

AbstractBackground/AimsRecent research on mindsets has shifted from understanding its homogenous role on performance to understanding how classroom environments explain its heterogeneous effects (i.e., Mindsets × Context hypothesis). Does the macro context (e.g., societal level of student mindsets) also help explain its heterogeneous effects? And does this interaction effect also apply to understanding students' well‐being? To address these questions, we examined whether and how the role of students' mindsets in performance (math, science, reading) and well‐being (meaning in life, positive affect, life satisfaction) depends on the societal‐mindset norms (i.e., Mindsets × Societal Norm effect).Sample/MethodsWe analysed a global data set (n = 612,004 adolescents in 78 societies) using multilevel analysis. The societal norm of student mindsets was the average score derived from students within each society.ResultsGrowth mindsets positively and weakly predicted all performance outcomes (rs = .192, .210, .224), but the associations were significantly stronger in societies with growth‐mindset norms. In contrast, the associations between growth mindsets and psychological well‐being were very weak and inconsistent (rs = −.066, .003, .008). Importantly, the association was negative in societies with fixed‐mindset norms but positive in societies with growth‐mindset norms.ConclusionsThese findings challenge the idea that growth mindsets have ubiquitous positive effects in all societies. Growth mindsets might be ineffective or even detrimental in societies with fixed‐mindset norms because such societal norms could suppress the potential of students with growth mindsets and undermines their well‐being. Researchers should take societal norms into consideration in their efforts to understand and foster students' growth.
Headache as a COVID‐19 onset symptom and post‐COVID‐19 symptom in hospitalized COVID‐19 survivors infected with the Wuhan, Alpha, or Delta SARS‐CoV‐2 variants
Authors: Fernández‐de‐las‐Peñas César , Cuadrado Maria L. , Gómez‐Mayordomo Victor , Torres‐Macho Juan , Pellicer‐Valero Oscar J. , Martín‐Guerrero José D. , Arendt‐Nielsen Lars 
Published: September 2022

AbstractObjectiveThis study looked at differences in the presence of headache as an onset symptom of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) and as a post‐COVID‐19 symptom in individuals previously hospitalized owing to infection with the Wuhan, Alpha, or Delta variants of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS‐CoV‐2).BackgroundHeadache can be present in up to 50% of individuals during the acute phase of SARS‐CoV‐2 infection and in 10% of subjects during the post‐COVID‐19 phase. There are no data on differences in the occurrence of headache in the acute‐ and post‐COVID‐19 phase according to the SARS‐CoV‐2 variants.MethodsA cross‐sectional cohort study was conducted. Unvaccinated subjects previously hospitalized for COVID‐19 caused by the Wuhan (n = 201), Alpha (n = 211), or Delta (n = 202) SARS‐CoV‐2 variants were scheduled for a telephone interview 6 months after hospital discharge. Hospitalization data were collected from hospital medical records.ResultsThe presence of headache as a COVID‐19 onset symptom at hospitalization was higher in subjects with the Delta variant (66/202, 32.7%) than in those infected with the Wuhan (42/201, 20.9%; odds ratio [OR] 1.83, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.17–2.88) or Alpha (25/211, 11.8%; OR 3.61, 95% CI, 2.16–6.01) variants. The prevalence of post‐COVID‐19 headache 6 months after hospital discharge was higher in individuals infected with the Delta variant (26/202, 12.9%) than in those infected with the Wuhan (11/201, 5.5%; OR 2.52, 95% CI 1.22–5.31) or Alpha (eight of 211, 3.8%; OR 3.74, 95% CI 1.65–8.49) variants. The presence of headache as a COVID‐19 onset symptom was associated with post‐COVID‐19 headache in subjects infected with the Wuhan (OR 7.75, 95% CI 2.15–27.93) and Delta variants (OR 2.78, 95% CI 1.20–6.42) but not with the Alpha variant (OR 2.60, 95% CI 0.49–13.69).ConclusionHeadache was a common symptom in both the acute‐ and post‐COVID‐19 phase in subjects infected with the Wuhan, Alpha, and Delta variants but mostly in those infected with the Delta variant.
Influence of Ti3AlC2 addition on water vapor resistance of low‐carbon Al2O3–C refractories
Authors: Liu Gengfu , Liao Ning , Li Yawei , Zhang Yang , Ji Zixu , Zhu Tianbin 
Published: September 2022

AbstractAl2O3–C refractories are potential candidates for use in gasifiers, and they are Cr2O3‐free. However, the oxidation of the carbon species and ceramic phases within the high‐temperature water vapor environment may deteriorate the integrity of the working lining. Ti3AlC2 has been verified as an effective antioxidant for Al2O3–C refractories in air. In this study, the structural transformation of Ti3AlC2 during heat treatment and the water vapor resistance of Ti3AlC2‐containing Al2O3–C refractories are investigated. The results show that the oxidation of Ti3AlC2 and Si in the matrix contributes to the in situ formation of a multilayer core–shell structure of TiC–AlTi2O5–Al6Si2O13. These structural evolutions improve densification and stimulate pore size refinement, which enhances the mechanical properties and thermal stress resistance of the specimens. In particular, the refined pore size contributes to the significantly improved water vapor resistance at high temperatures.
Characterisation of instant mung bean vermicelli quality using microwave vacuum and microwave continuous drying
Authors: Nguyen Tien Phung , Ratnaningsih Ratnaningsih , Songsermpong Sirichai 
Published: September 2022

SummaryThe production of good quality of instant mung bean vermicelli was investigated using microwave vacuum drying (15, 22.5, or 30 W g−1) and microwave continuous drying (70 Hz). Microwave vacuum drying could generate larger and greater porosity than microwave continuous drying. Vermicelli dried at 30 W g−1 had the shortest rehydration time (2.14 min) and the best cooking quality. Microwave drying provided greater lightness (L*), greenness (a*) and yellowness (b*) for the dried vermicelli and a greater blueness (b*) for the cooked vermicelli. The tensile strength of each vermicelli product was not significantly different, while the elasticity of the commercial vermicelli was higher than other samples. Interestingly, the general acceptance of vermicelli dried at 22.5 and 30 W g−1 reached 7.03 and 7.00, respectively, on a 9‐point hedonic scale and was higher than commercial vermicelli. In conclusion, microwave vacuum drying could be advantageously applied in the instant mung bean vermicelli production process due to its short drying and rehydration times and the high acceptability of the final product.
A randomised, open‐label, parallel‐group, multicentre, comparative study to compare the efficacy and safety of Exufiber® with Aquacel® Extra™ dressings in exuding venous and mixed aetiology leg ulcers
Authors: Joergensen Bo , Blaise Sophie , Svensson Ann‐Sofie 
Published: September 2022

AbstractThe performance and safety of Exufiber® gelling fibre and Aquacel® Extra™ Hydrofiber® wound dressings were compared for the management of chronic, exuding leg ulcers. The 6‐week study (≤ 24 weeks in a subgroup of subjects) was a randomised, open‐label, parallel‐group, multicentre, non‐inferiority design. Adults (n = 248, 30–97 years of age) were randomised to either Exufiber® or Aquacel® Extra™ dressing. The dressings were applied at baseline and evaluations of wound condition and performance of the dressing were recorded at 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 weeks. The primary efficacy endpoint was the percentage reduction in wound area at 6 weeks relative to baseline, in the per protocol (PP) population. A median relative reduction of 50% for Exufiber® (n = 100) vs 42% for Aquacel® Extra™ (n = 107) was demonstrated in the PP population (P = 0.093) and confirmed in the intention‐to‐treat population. As the mean and 95% confidence interval for the difference in relative wound area reduction between groups at 6 weeks was −29.4% (−63.5; 3.2), and the lower limit did not exceed 12%, non‐inferiority of Exufiber® was concluded. Both dressings were well tolerated and no safety concerns were identified in both groups. Clinicians' satisfaction with the dressings was higher for Exufiber® than for Aquacel® Extra™ in terms of ease of use and management of exudate, slough, and blood.
The biological and physiological impact of the performance of wound dressings
Authors: Cullen Breda , Gefen Amit 
Published: September 2022

AbstractChronic wounds affect millions globally and are a huge financial burden. Whilst there are many wound dressings commercially available to manage these wounds, the complexity of the repair process makes it difficult to select the right dressing for the right wound at the right time. Thus, in this narrative review, we have examined reasons why wounds fail to heal, summarised the pathophysiology of the chronic wound environment and provided an evidence‐based, clinically‐relevant compilation of the published literature relevant to dressing design and evaluation. This has highlighted the need for a deeper understanding of wound exudates, how exudates change throughout the healing process, and how they are impacted by different dressing materials. Studies assessing biochemical and biophysical changes in exudates throughout the healing process are extremely valuable in this regard, enhancing both our understanding of the wound healing process and the ability to assess dressing performance. In addition, this knowledge allows us to replicate various wound conditions in the laboratory, and develop clinically‐relevant models for testing current and new dressings, therefore providing a more comprehensive understanding of how and when they should be used. This approach makes the use of dressings more effective, thereby improving outcomes, and reducing the economic burden of chronic wounds.