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Traditional Mossi housing–case studies in Baasneere (Burkina Faso)
Authors: Lidón de Miguel María , García-Soriano Lidia , Mileto Camilla , Vegas López-Manzanares Fernando 
Published: March 2022

PurposeThe common language behind vernacular architecture only seems to be maintained in societies that preserve a traditional way of life. Changes in these societies can threaten their cultural heritage, while research may be a tool for its conservation and enhancement. In this paper, the habitat of a Mossi community is therefore studied as a first stage in analysing the possibilities of its maintenance.Design/methodology/approachAfter a previous study, data collection from a stay in Baasneere (Burkina Faso) and the analysis of 32 traditional residential units were completed. The research showed some common features which, when compared against the bibliography reviewed, could be defined as characteristic of the traditional architecture of this culture.FindingsThe home for a family unit consisted in an enclosure formed by the grouping of adobe constructions around a courtyard. As the family grew so did the compound, in a relationship directly linking the scales of architecture and the levels of kinship. The main daily activities took place in the courtyards while the individual interior spaces were understood as private shelters. Other typologies such as granaries, kitchens, warehouses and sheds were also analysed.Originality/valueSome features of Mossi architecture already described in the existing bibliography were verified in the Baasneere case studies, showing that this tradition is still preserved. With a multidisciplinary approach, the house was examined not so much from the perspective of construction, but of its cultural configuration.
Care leaver’s outcomes in Ireland: the role of social capital
Authors: Mullan Philip 
Published: March 2022

Purpose
This paper aims to explore the outcomes experienced by young people leaving care in Ireland today through the theoretical lens of social capital.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper presents selected qualitative data and its analysis that was gathered through a series of in-depth semi-structured interviews with three key informants (care leavers). In gathering interview data, the Biographic-Narrative Interpretive Method (BNIM) was selected, as it allowed the research participants a great deal of autonomy in recounting significant events from their own lives.

Findings
In drawing upon the lived experience of these care leavers, this work will discuss how their in-care and post-care experiences shaped their exposure to and development of sources of social capital, which in turn proved to be a significant factor in shaping their in-care and post-care outcomes.

Social implications
Care leavers remain systemically disadvantaged in comparison to young people who have not been in care. Research has shown that children in care and care leavers are often disadvantaged educationally and experience higher rates of homelessness, unemployment and social isolation. This paper discusses the role of “social capital”, i.e. relationships that provide access to social and material resources and opportunities, in shaping care leavers exposure to and experience of these disadvantages.

Originality/value
To the best of the author’s knowledge, this work is the first in the Irish context to draw on the concept of social capital to explore its role in shaping the in-care and post-care experiences of care leavers in Ireland.
The main factors of family harmony in Moroccan family businesses: an exploratory study
Authors: Birgach Hiba , Habba Badr 
Published: March 2022

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the main factors of family harmony in Moroccan family businesses.Design/methodology/approachExploratory approach based on face-to-face interviews was employed to examine how Moroccan family firm owners perceive the main factors of preserving family harmony in the long term.FindingsIn the present exploratory study, the importance of having an open communication among family members is emphasized. The findings that were reached suggest that the relationship between family members must be built on trust and commitment, without neglecting the importance of autonomy at work including division of tasks. Furthermore, the respect of the family and the business emerged as one of the most paramount components of our exploratory study.Originality/valueBased on our exploratory study, the authors developed a model of the main factors of family harmony in the Moroccan family business considering the culture and habits of the country.
The shortcomings of anti-corruption measures: Kuwait’s financial disclosure system
Authors: Alqattan Eiman Khaled 
Published: March 2022

Purpose
The paper aims to critically evaluate the legal provisions related to Kuwait’s financial disclosure system and whether its anti-corruption measures are sufficient. The hypothesis supposes that there is a possible correlation between Kuwait’s laws and regulations and the disclosure system’s failure to detect illicit enrichment crimes.

Design/methodology/approach
This doctrinal and reform-oriented study examined Kuwait’s procedures for assessing public officials’ financial statements and the laws regulating illicit enrichment crimes. The content analysis explored criminal courts’ judgements of these illicit enrichment cases.

Findings
Although the disclosure system’s primary role is to detect illicit wealth, the findings suggest that it fails to achieve its primary objective. The findings also highlight the system’s major challenges to suggest possible reforms.

Research limitations/implications
A comprehensive evaluation of the legal provisions within Kuwait’s disclosure system is beyond the scope. To improve the system’s effectiveness, adopting an accessible online platform on which filers can submit their disclosure statements and follow up with a verification process is recommended. Also, requiring interested individuals to physically visit a location where the disclosure information is held can balance protecting officials’ privacy/security and offering individuals the ability to verify the declared information.

Originality/value
To the best of the author’s knowledge, this study is the first to research the possible correlation between the issues in the Kuwaiti disclosure system’s legal provisions and its failure to detect illicit enrichment during major criminal scandals. It is also the first to analyse these legal provisions and present a critical evaluation of their shortcomings.
Barriers and solutions to cross-border asset recovery
Authors: Wibowo Ari 
Published: March 2022

Purpose
This study aims to first analyze the inhibiting factors for cross-border asset recovery and, second, analyze the solutions to any barriers to cross-border asset recovery.

Design/methodology/approach
This study was normative legal research with legal materials collected by document studies and literature studies. This study used a statute approach and a conceptual approach

Findings
First, the inhibiting factors for cross-border asset recovery are regulation-related issues, lack of mutual legal assistance and extradition treaties, differences in legal systems and the interests of the country, where the assets are placed. Second, the solutions to the barriers to cross-border asset recovery are regulatory reforms and diplomacy strengthening.

Research limitations/implications
This study found some barriers and solutions to cross-border asset recovery. These can provide inspirations for subsequent studies to be reviewed in more depth.

Practical implications
This study will be very useful for the Indonesian Government to formulate effective and efficient policies related to cross-border asset recovery.

Social implications
With effective and efficient policies related to cross-border asset recovery, it can prevent criminals from hiding their criminal assets abroad.

Originality/value
To the best of the author’s knowledge, until now, there has been no study that comprehensively discloses the barriers and solutions related to the failure of the Indonesian Government to conduct cross-border asset recovery. Therefore, it is expected that this study will be very useful for the Indonesian Government and other researchers to conduct further studies on this issue.
System dynamics modelling coupled with multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) for sustainability-related policy analysis and decision-making in the built environment
Authors: Francis Ann , Thomas Albert 
Published: March 2022

PurposeSystem dynamics has several applications in the built environment, and few studies indicate that it has potential in evaluating sustainability. Sustainability in the built environment involves numerous entities and multiple trade-offs. Hence, a Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) method is ideal for promoting sustainability-based decision-making in the built environment. Therefore, this study integrates system dynamics with an MCDM method to enable the sustainability assessment by capturing the time-induced dynamic changes affecting long time sustainability performance of buildings.Design/methodology/approachConventional sustainability assessment tools in the built environment lack a comprehensive evaluation that balances the needs of the society, economy and environment. This study develops a system dynamics-based framework to enable sustainability-conscious decision-making and policy analysis in the built environment.FindingsVarious material, technology and water-related policies specific to the buildings are investigated for a case study building. It is found that the effect of penetration of renewable energy technology to the tune of 80% and above in the energy mix is a much superior policy in sustainability improvement in comparison to material and water-related policies. The study also demonstrates the effect of weights assigned for the different indicators on sustainability-based decisions.Originality/valueThe study provides a methodological framework for a sustainability-based decision support system for the built environment that enables dynamic performance evaluation by coupling system dynamics with the MCDM. This coupling further strengthens system dynamics as a decision-making and policy analysis for sustainability evaluation in the built environment.
Facing COVID-19 challenges: What is so special in family businesses?
Authors: Dettori Angela , Floris Michela 
Published: March 2022

PurposeThis study aims to explore the main drivers that family businesses possess to strengthen their resilience during the COVID-19 crisis.Design/methodology/approachThis study followed a quantitative method analysis through a multiple regression analysis based on a sample of 570 Italian family firms.FindingsThe results showed that job quality and innovation significantly stimulate family firms' resilience during the COVID-19 crisis.Practical implicationsThe study has several academic implications. Firstly, the study contributes to family firm research by extending the studies on factors that significantly influence the concept of resilience; secondly, the work contributes to crisis management, offering suggestions to help other firms exceed the COVID-19 crisis.Originality/valueThe present study clarifies the role of family firms' resilience, and it reveals how job quality and innovation play a meaningful role during the COVID-19 crisis.
Mitigating anthropogenic barriers to facilitate distributional shifts helps reduce vulnerability of a large herbivore to climate change
Authors: Denryter K. , Fischer J. K. 
Published: March 2022

AbstractClimate change is among the greatest threats to biodiversity conservation worldwide. Understanding which species are vulnerable to climate change and in what ways is essential for adaptation planning and mitigation. We used the NatureServe Climate Change Vulnerability Index (CCVI) to conduct a range‐wide assessment of tule elk (Cervus canadensis nannodes) – a California‐endemic ungulate with low genetic diversity, occupying highly fragmented landscapes – to climate change. Using results from the CCVI, we tested the hypothesis that increasing connectivity among populations, by mitigating anthropogenic barriers to movement and dispersal, decreases vulnerability of tule elk to climate change. We compared CCVI scores given predicted conditions within current ranges with CCVI scores as if anthropogenic barriers were mitigated, with and without allowing elk to shift distributions up to 50 km to areas predicted to experience less warming, drying, or overall exposure to climate change (indicated by an interaction between warming and drying). Vulnerability of tule elk to climate change varied among populations; from most to least vulnerable rankings in the CCVI, 1 population was ranked extremely vulnerable, 1 was highly vulnerable, 12 were moderately vulnerable, and 4 were less vulnerable. Mitigating anthropogenic barriers alone did not have a significant effect on vulnerability to climate change compared to original CCVI estimates, nor did mitigation of anthropogenic barriers and shifts in distribution to areas expected to experience the least amount of warming. Mitigation of anthropogenic barriers coupled with elk shifting distributions to areas predicted to experience less drying than current ranges or less overall exposure to climate change significantly reduced climate change vulnerability. Our findings illustrate the need to prioritize increasing landscape connectivity for tule elk across California as part of climate change mitigation measures, but also may apply to non‐migratory ungulates more generally, particularly where drying and warming are predicted to increase under climate change.
Using ecological momentary assessment and a portable device to quantify standard tetrahydrocannabinol units for cannabis flower smoking
Authors: Trull Timothy J. , Freeman Lindsey K. , Fleming Megan N. , Vebares Tayler J. , Wycoff Andrea M. 
Published: March 2022

AbstractAimsTo evaluate the feasibility and validity of a new method of quantifying cannabis flower use, integrating the amount of cannabis flower smoked, and the potency of the cannabis flower.DesignEcological momentary assessment (EMA) for 14 days.SettingParticipants' daily lives in Columbia, Missouri, USA.ParticipantsA total of 50 community participants, who were regular cannabis flower smokers (48% female).MeasurementsMomentary subjective intoxication ratings following cannabis flower smoking; momentary quantity of cannabis flower smoked; potency of cannabis flower smoked in terms of percentage of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration assessed with a portable device, the Purpl Pro; and time since finished smoking.FindingsParticipants completed our field testing of their cannabis flower (96.2%) and were compliant with our 2‐week EMA protocol (73% for random prompts and 91% for morning reports). Momentary subjective intoxication ratings trended down as a function of time since smoking (r = −0.10, P = 0.004, 95% CI, [−0.17, −0.03]). Multi‐level model (MLM) results indicated the momentary standard THC units (mg THC) were positively associated with momentary subjective intoxication ratings (b = 0.01, P = 0.03, 95% CI, [0.01, 0.012]).ConclusionsThere is evidence to support the feasibility and initial validity of a new method of quantifying cannabis flower use into standard tetrahydrocannabinol units. Researchers investigating the effects of cannabis flower use on a range of outcomes (e.g. neurobehavioral effects, emotional sequelae, and driving impairment) as well as in clinical treatment trials might adopt this method to provide estimates of cannabis flower use.
A novel missense variant in CEACAM16 gene causes autosomal dominant nonsyndromic hearing loss
Authors: Zhang Dejun , Wu Jie , Yuan Yongyi , Li Xiaohong , Gao Xue , Han Mingyu , Gao Song , Huang Shasha , Dai Pu 
Published: March 2022

AbstractAimAutosomal dominant non‐syndromic hearing loss is a common sensorineural disorder with extremely high genetic heterogeneity. CEA antigen‐related cell adhesion molecule 16(CEACAM16)is a secreted glycoprotein encoded by the CEACAM16 gene. Mutations in CEACAM16 lead to autosomal dominant non‐syndromic hearing loss in humans, due defects in the tectorial membrane of the inner ear. Here we reported a novel missense variant in CEACAM16 gene causes autosomal dominant non‐syndromic hearing loss.Material and methodsA four‐generation Chinese family affected by late‐onset and progressive hearing loss was enrolled in this study. The proband was analyzed by targeted next‐generation sequencing and bioinformatic analysis. And in vitro experiments were performed in overexpressed transfected HEK293T cells to investigate the pathogenesis of the mutant protein.ResultsWe identified a novel missense variant in the CEACAM16 gene c.763A>G; (p.Arg255Gly) as causing autosomal dominant non‐syndromic hearing loss in the Chinese family. Using Western blot analysis, ELISA, and immunofluorescence we found increased expression level of the secreted mutant CEACAM16 protein, both intracellularly and extracellularly, compared with wild type CEACAM16 protein.ConclusionOur study showed that the p.Arg255Gly variant leads to increased secretion of mutant CEACAM16 protein, with potential deleterious effect to the function of the protein. Our findings expand the mutation spectrum of CEACAM16, and further the understanding CEACAM16 function and implications in disease.
Diversity and distribution of Fruit‐feeding butterflies (Lepidoptera: Nymphalidae) in Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda
Authors: Uwizelimana Jean de Dieu , Nsabimana Donat , Wagner Thomas 
Published: March 2022

AbstractTropical rainforests including high mountains are the most diverse terrestrial ecosystems. The ecology of tropical insects has been documented, but there is still a knowledge gap on insect diversity within certain underexplored regions such as the Afrotropical Mountains. A study was conducted in Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda, an Afromontane tropical rainforest and a biodiversity hotspot. The aims of the study were to assess (1) the fruit‐feeding butterfly species and their distribution across an elevation gradient in Nyungwe; (2) the elevation distribution range of each fruit‐feeding butterfly species; and (3) the effect of seasonal variation on fruit‐feeding butterflies' distribution across an elevation gradient in Nyungwe National Park. Stratified seasonal sampling was conducted using fruit‐baited traps along an elevation gradient spanning from 1700 to 2950 m of altitude. Fifty‐six species including 10 Albertine Rift endemics were recorded, and 77% of the recorded species range between 1700 and 2100 m of altitude. Higher species richness and abundance were recorded during the dry season and decreased with increasing elevation. This study contributed to the knowledge of Nyungwe butterflies' diversity and provided baseline data for use in future monitoring of climate change effects in high mountain tropical rainforests within the Albertine Rift region.
External management effects on the stand structure of protected forest patches
Authors: Runnel Kadri , Palo Anneli , Reila Artur , Rosenvald Raul , Lõhmus Asko 
Published: March 2022

AbstractQuestionsIn production forest landscapes, threatened species are increasingly confined to fragments of natural forest. Protecting such fragments is a priority to halt further biological degradation, but its effectiveness depends on external impacts on the fragments. In this study, we ask: how does woody vegetation in protected old‐forest fragments vary depending on management of their adjacent areas, also in combination with natural site conditions? What are the management impacts on habitat quality of the fragments in the long term?LocationPinus‐dominated and Picea mixed‐wood forests in Estonia (hemiboreal Europe).MethodsForest structure and microclimate were measured at the edge and interior of protected old‐forest fragments. Woody vegetation layers, shrub species composition, coarse woody debris, and presence of cut stumps were measured in 107 fragments (adjacent to clearcuts, partial cuts, and unthinned production forests) and in 20 control stands embedded within natural forest. Air temperature and humidity were measured at the edges vs the interior of mixed‐woods. Edge age effects were explored along 80 years of post‐harvest chronosequences.ResultsAll edge types studied had multiple, partly forest‐type‐specific, external effects on stand structure. Some clear‐cutting effects on woody layers reversed in later decades, but there was also persistent impoverishment of deadwood pools of the fragments probably related to unreported tree removal. There was a likely indirect pathway of edge effects through overstorey loss, and shrub cover was reduced in the long term. Exotic species were rare. Edges at clear‐cut stands influenced humidity regimes rather than temperature regimes.ConclusionsThe moderate external effects on stand structure were tightly linked to low overstorey mortality and a lack of exotic species across the forest landscapes studied. Changes in these key factors constitute risks for the future. Protecting set‐asides from occasional tree cutting, and establishing forest buffers around small fragments and as a precautionary strategy are current priorities in these forest landscapes.
A case of cutaneous collagenous vasculopathy associated with multiple myeloma and with a pathogenic variant of the glucocerebrosidase gene
Authors: Dura Miroslav , Pock Lumir , Cetkovska Petra , Jungova Alexandra , Nemejcova Kristyna , Stork Jiri 
Published: March 2022

AbstractCutaneous collagenous vasculopathy (CCV) is an extremely rare acquired microangiopathy of unknown etiology. The authors describe a case of a 68‐year‐old man, a carrier of a heterozygous pathogenic variant of the glucocerebrosidase (GBA) gene, who was diagnosed with CCV, revealing uncommon fibrinogen positivity in direct immunofluorescence. The patient was subsequently diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Treatment of the myeloma with combined chemotherapy including bortezomib, followed by autologous stem cell transplantation, led to significant reduction of cutaneous lesions. To the best of the authors' knowledge, this is the first published case of CCV in a carrier of a pathogenic variant of the GBA gene, associated with multiple myeloma and with significant regression of CCV after myeloma treatment. Direct immunofluorescence examination revealed an unusual fibrinogen deposition. Hypothetical causative role of bortezomib treatment was proposed regarding significant regression of CCV.
Temporal experience as metaphysically lightweight
Authors: Morgan Daniel 
Published: March 2022

AbstractExperience is the most primitive kind of intentional contact with reality. Metaphysical inquiry is one of the heights of human thought. It would not be surprising if experience was often silent on metaphysics, failing to offer support to one metaphysical disputant over the other, forcing them to fall back on nonexperiential considerations. I argue that the dispute between A‐ and B‐theorists about time is a dispute about which experience is silent. B‐theorists have typically conceded that the manifest image of time conflicts with how time turns out to be, on their own view of time. They have offered an array of accounts of why that conflict should not worry us. I argue here that these accounts are unconvincing. I also argue that they are unnecessary. Nothing about how time is experienced conflicts with B‐theory. An independently plausible method for discovering what properties experience represents—the method of phenomenal contrast—implies that experience does not favor A‐theory over B‐theory.