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A structural equation model to assess the effects of strategic and project related potential risks on project delivery in Qatar
Authors: Gunduz Murat , Abumoza Abdulla M. , Aly Aly Abdelfattah 
Published: July 2022

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to study the effect of strategic and project related potential risks on project delivery in Qatar. Two objectives have been defined. The first is to identify potential risk indicators (manifest variables) and categorize them (constructs/latent variables) based on a literature review, while the second is to examine and rank the relationships between the indicators and constructs by developing a structural equation model.Design/methodology/approachTwenty-five indicators were identified from the literature review and categorized into five groups. To collect the data, an online questionnaire was distributed in Qatar, and 116 responses were obtained. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to examine the model. The model that was developed based on the research hypothesis met goodness-of-fit, reliability and validity requirements.FindingsThe results showed that all constructs contributed well to the model and that the project parties (PPs) have the highest contribution with an effect weight of 0.209 followed by economic and legal (EL) conditions with an effect weight of 0.205. Site and safety (SS) conditions were third with an effect weight of 0.200 while environmental, natural and technological (ENT) conditions were fourth with an effect weight of 0.1989. The last ranked construct is political and social (PS) conditions with an effect weight of 0.186. Based on the outcome of the SEM, recommendations were provided to industry professionals in Qatar about mitigating the impact of potential risks on construction project.Originality/valueTo the authors' best knowledge, this is the first study to quantify the effects of strategic and project related risks on a construction project using SEM, considering the risk management indicators of SS, EL, ENT, PS in Qatar. The study's practical implications are to enlarge the project's risk management plan by considering the strategic and project related risks to enhance the project performance for the cost overrun and delay. The study is intended for construction projects in Qatar, but it can easily be adapted to other parts of the world given the local circumstances.
To predict and to explain: a multigroup analysis of gender on job and family satisfaction among hospitality employees
Authors: Tan Kim-Lim , Sim Adriel K.S. , Donohue Thomas 
Published: July 2022

Purpose
The recent trends of work and family issues have prompted a proliferation of research in the work-family study; however, evidence from the hospitality industry is limited. This paper aims to examine the relationships between the work-family interface on job satisfaction (JS) and family satisfaction (FS). Additionally, the authors have adopted person-centered perspectives to determine if gender affects the magnitude of these relationships.

Design/methodology/approach
Data were collected from 295 hospitality employees, and the hypotheses were tested using the partial least squares method of structural equation modeling. Other than assessing the path model’s explanatory power, the authors examined the model’s predictive power using PLSpredict to predict new cases.

Findings
The results supported the originating domain view where the domain in which work-family enrichment (WFE) or conflict originates would have the immediate effect. Simultaneously, the authors found empirical evidence demonstrating the complimentary transfer of resources from the family domain to the work domain, enriching an individual’s satisfaction level. Finally, multigroup analysis reveals that women displayed higher job dissatisfaction than men when facing work-family conflict.

Originality/value
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first study that allows a better understanding of the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on employees’ work-family dynamics. This is the first study relating WFE and conflict to matching-domain satisfaction in one model. By examining these constructs’ simultaneous pathways, the authors extend the body of knowledge by contrasting the source attribution perspective with the cross-domain theory of enrichment and conflict. Consequentially, the authors answer Premchandran and Priyadarshi’s (2020) call to examine work-family dynamics in different cultures on different genders.
A bibliometric review of research on employability: dataset from Scopus between 1972 and 2019
Authors: Dinh Ngoan Thi , Dinh Hai Luong , Pham Hiep-Hung 
Published: July 2022

PurposeEmployability has long been a concern of scholars because of its complicated nature and changes in the requirements in labor markets to meet the new requirements of the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and globalization. However, there has not yet been much systematic investigation of the existing literature tracing the trends, changes and developments in employability research. This paper aims to fill this void by analyzing data obtained from the Scopus dataset from 1972 to 2019.Design/methodology/approachA total of 1,703 Scopus-indexed articles were filtered from 7,885 documents. The results reflect a rapidly emerging literature on employability, given the worldwide interest in this topic. Using descriptive statistics and bibliometric analyses, the review identified trends in employability research, whose impact has been sustained for several decades.FindingsWith science mapping, the conceptual structure of scientific disciplines was visualized, highlighting three main schools of thought including employers’ requirements and higher education institutions’ preparation; the antecedents of employability; and the role of work-integrated learning in enhancing employability.Originality/valueThe paper calls for more integrative research focusing on personal agency with the development of career paths inside organizations as well as for a more focus on a multilevel perspective exploring both individuals' and organizations’ perceptions.
Impact of institutional quality and human capital creation on economic growth in Bangladesh: evidence from an ARDL approach
Authors: Islam Md. Saiful , Mustafa Shindaini Al Jamal 
Published: July 2022

PurposeThis study examines the impact of institutional quality (INQ) and human capital creation (HCC) on economic growth (EG) linkage in Bangladesh using an ARDL approach.Design/methodology/approachThis study uses time-series annual data over the period 1990–2019. It formulates an INQ index based on international country risk guide (ICRG) data, employs public education outlay and expenditure on health data each as a portion of real gross domestic product (GDP) to measure HCC, while an increase in real GDP is used as a proxy for EG. It employs the ARDL technique and Toda–Yamamoto (T-Y) causality check to realize the study.FindingsThe ARDL analysis divulges that the variables have a long-run association; INQ affects long-run EG positively; expenditure on health stimulates EG rate in the long run, but does not impact the latter in the short-run; whilst government spending on education impacts long-term EG rate negatively but positively in the short-term. The T-Y causality test results reveal a feedback relationship between INQ and EG, and one-way causation from health expenditure to EG rate, and education outlay to EG rate and authenticate the ARDL estimation results.Originality/valueThe study is original. The novelty of the study is to employ an INQ index using the ICRG data on 12 different components which are converted into a single index through principal component analysis.Peer reviewThe peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/IJSE-12-2021-0732
A hybrid obstacle avoidance method for mobile robot navigation in unstructured environment
Authors: Zhou Huaidong , Feng Pengbo , Chou Wusheng 
Published: July 2022

Purpose
Wheeled mobile robots (WMR) are the most widely used robots. Avoiding obstacles in unstructured environments, especially dynamic obstacles such as pedestrians, is a serious challenge for WMR. This paper aims to present a hybrid obstacle avoidance method that combines an informed-rapidly exploring random tree* algorithm with a three-dimensional (3D)-object detection approach and model prediction controller (MPC) to conduct obstacle perception, collision-free path planning and obstacle avoidance for WMR in unstructured environments.

Design/methodology/approach
Given a reference orientation and speed, the hybrid method uses parametric ellipses to represent obstacle expansion boundaries based on the 3D target detection results, and a collision-free reference path is planned. Then, the authors build on a model predictive control for tracking the collision-free reference path by incorporating the distance between the robot and obstacles. The proposed framework is a mapless method for WMR.

Findings
The authors present experimental results with a mobile robot for obstacle avoidance in indoor environments crowded with obstacles, such as chairs and pedestrians. The results show that the proposed hybrid obstacle avoidance method can satisfy the application requirements of mobile robots in unstructured environments.

Originality/value
In this study, the parameter ellipse is used to represent the area occupied by the obstacle, which takes the velocity as the parameter. Therefore, the motion direction and position of dynamic obstacles can be considered in the planning stage, which enhances the success rate of obstacle avoidance. In addition, the distance between the obstacle and robot is increased in the MPC optimization function to ensure a safe distance between the robot and the obstacle.
Determinants of cross-cultural adjustment among self-initiated expatriate medical doctors working in Ireland
Authors: Nolan Eimear , Liang Xiaoning 
Published: July 2022

PurposeThe last decade has seen a significant increase in self-initiated expatriation research across various cohorts; however, limited research exists on the self-initiated expatriation of medical doctors despite their high mobility rates. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the determinants of cross-cultural adjustment among self-initiated medical doctors working and living in a host culture.Design/methodology/approachA questionnaire was distributed to self-initiated expatriate (SIE) doctors working in Irish hospitals. In total, 193 valid responses were collected. Three linear regression analyses were conducted to explore factors influencing cross-cultural adjustment among SIE medical doctors, along with qualitative insight into their adjustment to working and living in Ireland.FindingsThis study found that age, marital status, cultural novelty, previous international work experience, length of time working in the host culture did not influence the cross-cultural adjustment of SIE doctors. However, gender, language ability and perceived fair treatment were found to influence their cross-cultural adjustment in the study. Specifically, female SIE doctors reported higher levels of general adjustment to that of SIE male doctors. SIE doctors' language ability was found to influence their work adjustment, and those who perceived unfair treatment in the host culture reported lower levels of general adjustment.Originality/valueThis paper contributes to the limited knowledge and understanding surrounding the self-initiated expatriation of medical doctors and their cross-cultural adjustment to the host hospital and host culture.
Determinants of KMS adoption in Malaysian organizations: evidence across various industries
Authors: Aman Fadhilah , Yusof Khairul Huda 
Published: July 2022

PurposeThis article investigates the determinants of knowledge management system (KMS) adoption, specifically with reference to Malaysian organizations across various industries.Design/methodology/approachThe structural equation modelling approach using PLS technique was utilized to analyze the hypotheses developed, based on the survey data from 830 respondents comprised of information technology or knowledge management managers in Malaysian organizations from various industries.FindingsKnowledge management (KM) enabling processes, perceived usefulness of KMS, knowledge sharing culture, knowledge taxonomy, and policy and procedure for KMS work, display significant positive effects on the KMS adoption level, with KM enabling processes having the strongest significant positive influence. Meanwhile, incentive and reward, management commitment, and KMS perceived ease of use possess no significant direct effect. However, management commitment was found to have an indirect effect on the KMS adoption level, where its effect is mediated by knowledge sharing culture.Practical implicationsThis article outlines several managerial implications for enhancing the adoption of KMS, which include establishing appropriate KM enabling processes, identifying pertinent information to be preserved, shared, and reuse, and generating initiatives to instil a culture of knowledge sharing.Originality/valueThe empirical findings support the relevancy of the technology acceptance model (TAM) construct of perceived usefulness in KMS adoption context and advances the understanding that knowledge sharing culture is a highly influential factor for this construct. This study enriches and extends technology acceptance theory by presenting a more holistic model for KMS adoption with the integration of influencing factors that are inherent to organization.
Safety, efficacy, and drug survival of the infliximab biosimilar CT‐P13 in post‐marketing surveillance of Japanese patients with psoriasis
Authors: Morita Akimichi , Nishikawa Kiyohiro , Yamada Fumika , Yamanaka Keiichi , Nakajima Hideki , Ohtsuki Mamitaro 
Published: July 2022

AbstractBased on extrapolation of similar clinical outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis to the originator infliximab (IFX) in randomized clinical trials, the first biosimilar antibody CT‐P13 was approved for the treatment of psoriasis. To evaluate the safety, efficacy, and drug survival of CT‐P13 for psoriasis in real‐world clinical practice, prospective post‐marketing surveillance was conducted in 165 Japanese psoriasis patients. During a 1‐year follow‐up period, adverse drug reactions (ADRs) occurred in 29 patients (17.6%). Infusion reaction was the most frequent ADR (6.7%), and mild pneumonia was reported as the only case of infection. Serious ADRs were reported in two patients (1.2%): acute cholecystitis and interstitial pneumonia. The interstitial pneumonia developed after a single infusion of CT‐P13 and the patient died of respiratory failure. In naive patients to biologic therapy (n = 44), the Psoriasis Area Severity Index (PASI) decreased rapidly after the start of CT‐P13 treatment, and response rate achieving an absolute PASI score <1 was 55% at 30 weeks. The response rate was high (78%) in patients with psoriatic arthritis, and 40% and 20% in those in plaque psoriasis and pustular psoriasis, respectively. Of patients switched from IFX to CT‐P13 mainly for nonmedical reasons (n = 105), 57% had already reached PASI <1 by pretreatment with IFX and CT‐P13 maintained this status. The incidence of ADRs in this patient group was low and the drug survival rate was as high as 74%, even at 1 year, which was significantly higher than that in the naïve patient group (47%). Patients switched from other biologics for medical reasons (n = 16) responded similarly to biologic‐naïve patients, but drug survival was lower (24%). In conclusion, CT‐P13 showed excellent effectiveness as a first‐line therapy, no clinical difficulties in switching from IFX, and usefulness in patients who failed other biologics. CT‐P13 could be a cost‐effective alternative to IFX for the treatment of psoriasis.
Response of potential activity, abundance and community composition of nitrite‐dependent anaerobic methanotrophs to long‐term fertilization in paddy soils
Authors: Yang Yuling , Shen Lidong , Bai Yanan , Zhao Xu , Wang Shuwei , Liu Jiaqi , Liu Xin , Tian Maohui , Yang Wangting , Jin Jinghao , Huang Hechen , Wu Hongsheng 
Published: July 2022

AbstractThe process of nitrite‐dependent anaerobic methane oxidation (n‐damo) catalysed by Candidatus Methylomirabilis oxyfera (M. oxyfera)‐like bacteria is a novel pathway in regulating methane (CH4) emissions from paddy fields. Nitrogen fertilization is essential to improve rice yields and soil fertility; however, its effect on the n‐damo process is largely unknown. Here, the potential n‐damo activity, abundance and community composition of M. oxyfera‐like bacteria were investigated in paddy fields under three long‐term (32 years) fertilization treatments, i.e. unfertilized control (CK), chemical fertilization (NPK) and straw incorporation with chemical fertilization (SNPK). Relative to the CK, both NPK and SNPK treatments significantly (p < 0.05) increased the potential n‐damo activity (88%–110%) and the abundance (52%–105%) of M. oxyfera‐like bacteria. The variation of soil organic carbon (OrgC) content and inorganic nitrogen content caused by the input of chemical fertilizers and straw returning were identified as the key factors affecting the potential n‐damo activity and the abundance of M. oxyfera‐like bacteria. However, the community composition and diversity of M. oxyfera‐like bacteria did not change significantly by the input of fertilizers. Overall, our results provide the first evidence that long‐term fertilization greatly stimulates the n‐damo process, indicating its active role in controlling CH4 emissions from paddy fields.
Intégration – commerciale, budgétaire, financière – régionale et inégalités de revenu dans la Communauté Economique des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest (CEDEAO)
Authors: Kebalo Léleng , Dout Hamitande , Couchoro Mawuli K. , Zouri Stéphane 
Published: July 2022

RésuméCet article vise à mettre en lumière l'effet de l'intégration économique régionale sur les inégalités de revenu dans la Communauté Economique des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest (CEDEAO). En se fondant sur la méthode des moments généralisés (MMG) en panel dynamique, nous analysons les effets de trois composantes différentes de l'intégration économique régionale – intégration commerciale, budgétaire et financière – sur les inégalités de revenu dans la CEDEAO. L'étude couvre la période 1990–2018. Notre analyse empirique montre (i) une persistance des inégalités de revenu, (ii) une absence totale d'effet de l'intégration financière régionale sur les inégalités de revenu et (iii) des effets réducteurs de l'intégration commerciale et budgétaire sur les inégalités de revenu dans la CEDEAO qui varient selon l'appartenance ou non d'un pays à une union monétaire et selon leur niveau de revenu. L'article fait des propositions de politiques économiques dont l'application permettrait de réduire ces inégalités dans la CEDEAO.
Mapping employee involvement and participation in institutional context: Mick Marchington's applied pluralist contributions to human resource management research methods, theory and policy
Authors: Dundon Tony , Wilkinson Adrian , Ackers Peter 
Published: July 2022

AbstractOur paper examines how the work of Mick Marchington integrated older forms of employee participation with newer patterns of employee involvement. The paper shows how Employee Involvement and Participation (EIP) is central to contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) in four distinct ways: first is the ‘theoretical’ integration of pluralism into newer HRM approaches; second is the ‘practical’ insights gained from what was happening at organisational level; third is the contributions to ongoing ‘policy debates’ about fair work; and finally, his emphasis on ‘context‐sensitive methods’ link macro, meso and micro developments. We refer to three specific projects and related periods: a Department of Employment funded project during the late 1980s and early 1990s which developed the waves and escalator concepts of EIP; a Chartered Institute of Personnel Development project concerned with employee voice and management choice in the 2000s, which gave insight to multiple meanings of EIP and strategic choice; and research concerned with the notion of fair voice from comparative cases studies across different liberal market economies from 2008 onwards. By reflecting on these research projects and periods we present a potential framework that offers continued longevity for the future study of HRM.
A partial reduction of VDAC1 enhances mitophagy, autophagy, synaptic activities in a transgenic Tau mouse model
Authors: Vijayan Murali , Alvir Rainier Vladlen , Alvir Razelle Veronique , Bunquin Lloyd E. , Pradeepkiran Jangampalli Adi , Reddy P. Hemachandra 
Published: July 2022

AbstractAlzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of mental dementia in the aged population. AD is characterized by the progressive decline of memory and multiple cognitive functions, and changes in behavior and personality. Recent research has revealed age‐dependent increased levels of VDAC1 in postmortem AD brains and cerebral cortices of APP, APPxPS1, and 3xAD.Tg mice. Further, we found abnormal interaction between VDAC1 and P‐Tau in the AD brains, leading to mitochondrial structural and functional defects. Our current study aimed to understand the impact of a partial reduction of voltage‐dependent anion channel 1 (VDAC1) protein on mitophagy/autophagy, mitochondrial and synaptic activities, and behavior changes in transgenic TAU mice in Alzheimer's disease. To determine if a partial reduction of VDAC1 reduces mitochondrial and synaptic toxicities in transgenic Tau (P301L) mice, we crossed heterozygote VDAC1 knockout (VDAC1+/−) mice with TAU mice and generated double mutant (VDAC1+/−/TAU) mice. We assessed phenotypic behavior, protein levels of mitophagy, autophagy, synaptic, other key proteins, mitochondrial morphology, and dendritic spines in TAU mice relative to double mutant mice. Partial reduction of VDAC1 rescued the TAU‐induced behavioral impairments such as motor coordination and exploratory behavioral changes, and learning and spatial memory impairments in VDAC1+/−/TAU mice. Protein levels of mitophagy, autophagy, and synaptic proteins were significantly increased in double mutant mice compared with TAU mice. In addition, dendritic spines were significantly increased; the mitochondrial number was significantly reduced, and mitochondrial length was increased in double mutant mice. Based on these observations, we conclude that reduced VDAC1 is beneficial in symptomatic‐transgenic TAU mice.