Developer Experience (Dev-X) has emerged as a critical driver of software quality, developer productivity, and project success. However, the empirical literature remains fragmented, with limited understanding of how specific Dev-X interventions affect downstream software and business outcomes. This study aims to synthesize and map the current empirical evidence on Dev-X interventions, identifying how they influence software outcomes (e.g., code readability, collaboration) and propagate to organizational key performance indicators (KPIs) such as product quality and process efficiency. We conducted a systematic mapping study of 160 empirical articles published between 2006 and 2024. We identified 146 unique interventions that impacts software outcomes such as role match may impact on developers’ workload, likewise managing burnout in developer feedback may impact organizational culture. Using grounded coding, we also classified such mappings to 8 KPIs and 5 Dev-X dimensions based on the strength of empirical relationships (correlational, causal, classification-based) reported in the literature. Our analysis reveal that quality-related KPIs are more frequently impacted than productivity metrics, challenging traditional emphasis. Emotional state and values-oriented interventions dominate current practices, while cognitive load and motivation-focused strategies remain underexplored. Only a minority of studies (39 out of 160) explicitly trace full chains of intervention–outcome–KPI, highlighting persistent fragmentation; in other cases, we reconstructed these chains using cross-sectional synthesis of study data. Notably, recent years show an emergence of AI-assisted and value-centered intervention designs. This study consolidates the fragmented Dev-X landscape by offering an evidence-based, open-access Ready-Reckoner tool for navigating interventions and their effects. While not prescriptive, it enables structured, context-aware exploration of empirical findings and lays the foundation for future causal, longitudinal, and multi-channel Dev-X research. • We systematically map 160 empirical studies to trace how Developer Experience (Dev-X) interventions influence software outcomes and business-critical KPIs. • The study identifies 146 unique interventions and categorizes them by their targeted Dev-X facets, intermediate outcomes, and relationship strength (causal, correlational, qualitative). • Our results highlight a gap in empirical traceability between Dev-X practices and long-term organizational success, emphasizing the need for integrated evaluation frameworks. • The study identifies underexplored connections across Dev-X dimensions and advocates for research into their combined influence on developer performance and project outcomes. • We deliver an open-access, practitioner-oriented Dev-X Ready-Reckoner Tool that supports evidence-based selection of interventions aligned with organizational goals.

Integrated care represents a transformative approach to delivering person-centred healthcare, aiming to reduce health inequalities, improve outcomes and boost system efficiency. The WHO advocates integrated care, which is also a central pillar of the UK government's National Health Service (NHS) 10-year plan. However, there remains a significant evidence gap regarding optimal organisational strategies for designing and delivering integrated care services. Multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs) refer to the coexistence of two or more chronic physical and/or mental health conditions in a person. This complex need requires coordinated support from multiple healthcare services, and individuals with MLTCs may particularly benefit from integrated care services. This review aims to identify and synthesise evidence regarding the organisational structures (care set-up) and processes (care delivery) that support integrated care models for adults with MLTCs. An information specialist and research team will co-develop a search strategy and search databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE and PsycINFO) for empirical articles between January 1990 and December 2025. Date restrictions reflect the establishment of integrated care as a concept for organising and delivering health services. Screening, data extraction and methodological assessment using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool will be independently conducted by two researchers. Eligible studies include any empirical studies, including all study designs that investigate adults (aged 18+ years) with MLTCs in high-income countries. This review aims to identify the way integrated care services are designed and delivered. As such, studies must identify and explain the organisational structures and processes involved in implementing and delivering integrated care services to be eligible for inclusion. Extracted data will be categorised according to the two integrated care mechanisms: vertical and horizontal integration. Data will then be examined in relation to how these mechanisms function and/or interact across the macro (system-wide structures and policies), meso (organisational arrangements) and micro (clinical practice and patient-level interactions) levels of integrated care. Review findings will be reported narratively. Ethical approval is not required. This work may directly inform health policy by providing evidence-based understanding of how to organise and deliver integrated care for people living with MLTCs. The findings will be disseminated through publication in a peer-reviewed journal and shared with relevant stakeholders. CRD420251143298.

Social determinants of health-such as socioeconomic status (SES) and race and ethnicity-strongly shape health. Individuals with lower SES or marginalized identities experience earlier onset of disease and shorter lifespans. 'Epigenetic clocks' measure biological ageing and are increasingly used to study healthy ageing, yet it remains unclear which clocks are most sensitive to social inequality. Here we conducted an Open Science Framework-pre-registered systematic review and meta-analysis of 140 studies (N = 65,919; 1,065 effect sizes) testing associations of SES and race and ethnicity with three generations of clocks. PubMed, PsycINFO, Web of Science, medRxiv and bioRxiv were searched from February 2024 to September 2025. Eligible studies included empirical articles in English published since 2013 on non-clinical populations reporting at least one relevant association. Associations between SES and biological ageing varied across different generations of epigenetic clocks (F(2) = 178,10, P < 0.001), with the weakest effects for first-generation clocks (r = -0.03, 95% confidence intervaI (CI) [-0.04, -0.01], P < 0.001) and stronger effects for second- (r = -0.11, 95% CI [-0.12, -0.09], P < 0.001) and third-generation clocks (r = -0.13, 95% CI [-0.15, -0.11], P < 0.001]). Sex, tissue and array minimally modified results, and publication bias was negligible. Limitations include inconsistent reporting of technicalities and overrepresentation of data from high-income countries. The findings indicate that newer clocks are more responsive to social inequality.

ABSTRACT Auditor reputation is central to trust in financial reporting, yet evidence on how reputational capital is built remains fragmented. This study conducts scoping review of 85 empirical articles. The review examines determinants and consequences of auditor reputation, proxies used to operate it, and research designs employed, consolidating knowledge and identifying avenues for research. Findings reveal a markedly unbalanced literature. Research is heavily skewed towards consequences (e.g. market-share, audit-fees, capital-market-outcomes), while evidence on determinants remains limited and fragmented. Measurement relies predominantly on coarse firm-level proxies (e.g. Big4-affiliation, market-share) and event-based negative shocks (e.g. scandals, regulatory sanctions). Empirical designs are largely confined to short-term settings, leaving long-term processes of reputation formation, erosion, and recovery insufficiently understood. The study outlines directions for advancing the field, including more granular and behaviourally grounded proxies (e.g. partner-level track-records, media sentiment) and adoption of mechanism-based research designs linking perceived reputation to observable audit practices. A key frontier concerns the role of technology: as auditing becomes increasingly analytics-and-AI-driven, reputational capital may depend strongly on perceived technological competence and data-security reliability.

BackgroundHealth care systems are increasingly confronted with the challenge of managing complex clinical processes. One proposed solution is a patient-centered management intervention called a care pathway that needs process mapping to support process improvement. Although the adoption and use of Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN) for modeling patient health care trajectories has increased, evidence of the benefits of implementing it in health care organization management systems remains unclear.ObjectiveThis review sought to examine effectiveness by mapping implementation factors linking intended purpose to expected or demonstrated outcomes.MethodsA systematic review of the use of BPMN for modeling patient health care trajectories was conducted across 8 databases. We followed the Cochrane Methods Group and the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. We selected empirical, experimental, and conceptual articles in French and English that analyzed and evaluated the implementation of BPMN for modeling patient health care trajectories in the health care field. Quality appraisal was performed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Data were charted using a customized form and analyzed thematically with qualitative and semiquantitative syntheses.ResultsAfter screening, 61 studies were included. BPMN offers significant benefits in health care. Its use allows health care professionals to gain an understanding of patient health care trajectories, making it easier to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. The definition of processes ensures that workflows remain consistent across different settings, thereby reducing variation and improving the quality of care. Several studies have demonstrated BPMN’s effectiveness in process optimization, highlighting its ability to streamline workflows, reduce redundancies, and enhance operational efficiency. Moreover, when integrated with decision-support tools, BPMN enhances clinical decision-making by enabling better adherence to guidelines and best practices. Another advantage is BPMN’s interoperability with existing health care IT standards. However, managerial considerations reveal trade-offs between BPMN’s benefits and limitations, especially in highly complex health care settings. Several challenges persist, including issues related to scalability, integration with advanced decision-making frameworks, and the complexity of modeling dynamic health care environments. While BPMN is widely adopted, alternative methodologies offer complementary or competing advantages. Several opportunities exist to enhance BPMN’s applicability in health care, such as creating domain-specific BPMN extensions or integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning. However, limitations in the methodological quality of the studies selected and the concentration of the research mainly in European countries limit the generalizability of our results.ConclusionsThis review highlights BPMN’s potential as a valuable tool for modeling patient health care trajectories. Its ability to standardize and optimize processes makes it promising for improving clinical and operational efficiency. However, trade-offs between benefits and limits of BPMN characterize its implementation in patient health care trajectories, creating opportunities for the development and integration of new tools.

ABSTRACT This scoping review systematically maps the landscape of empirical research on Global Englishes conducted by Indonesian scholars and published in SINTA (Science and Technology Index)-accredited journals (SINTA 1 & 2) between 2015 and 2024. SINTA is an Indonesian national database measuring the performance of scientific research, including Scopus and Web of Science. Following the PRISMA-ScR framework, the findings reveal that translanguaging is the most prominent sub-area, followed by World Englishes, English as a Lingua Franca, and English as an International Language. Geographically and contextually, studies have been heavily concentrated in Java and tertiary education, with significant gaps in primary education, non-academic domains, and the perspectives of policymakers. Methodologically, qualitative designs dominate, highlighting a need for greater methodological diversity. This review concludes by identifying critical gaps and proposing directions for future research to advance the decolonial potential of GE within Indonesia’s unique multilingual ecology.

ABSTRACT Despite sustained institutional investment in adult programming, the empirical basis for adult learning in museums remains poorly mapped. This scoping review systematically charts peer-reviewed, indexed research on the subject, following PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Screening 531 records from Scopus and Web of Science yielded 57 eligible empirical articles published between 1999 and 2025. Analysis reveals four principal thematic clusters: (1) learning outcomes (n = 22), (2) social role of museums (n = 19), (3) learning environment (n = 12), and (4) inclusion and accessibility (n = 11). Publication volume increased markedly after 2014, accompanied by greater thematic and geographic diversity, though Anglophone contexts account for 58% of the sample. Qualitative approaches predominate (n = 33); however, critical appraisal indicates that quantitative and mixed-methods studies achieve more consistent methodological rigor. Adult learners are most commonly treated as an undifferentiated population, with finer-grained segmentation by motivation, prior experience, or learning trajectory remaining rare. The mechanisms through which learning unfolds during museum visits, and how these vary across individuals and contexts, are comparatively neglected. We identify these process-level questions as the most consequential gap for future research.

A theoretical perspective is necessary for developing a research model to explore the phenomenon of seeking professional psychological help. Previous studies on seeking professional psychological help still show inconsistent results from a theoretical perspective. This scoping review aims to conduct a scoping literature review of the theoretical perspectives employed in studies of adults seeking professional psychological help. The research method employs the population, concept, and context (PCC) framework from five databases: Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, ScienceDirect, and ProQuest (academic journals, dissertations, and theses). The databases were accessed in March 2025, yielding 10 articles that met the inclusion criteria (empirical research articles published in English; context: focus on mental health; concept: theoretical perspective/theoretical framework/conceptual theory of seeking help from professionals/formal settings; population: age &gt;18 years; research methods: quantitative and qualitative). The research findings indicate that seven theoretical perspectives are frequently employed in studies of professional psychological help-seeking behavior: Andersen’s Behavioral Model of Health Services Use, the Theory of Planned Behavior, Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Theory, the Commission on Social Determinants of Health, Social Identity Theory, the Person-Centered Approach, and the Health Belief Model. The results of this study provide a foundation for future investigations into the behavior of adults in seeking professional psychological assistance.

Underrepresented populations in dementia prevention research, including minoritized racial/ethnic groups, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, and others facing social and structural disadvantages, are disproportionately affected by dementia risk. This scoping review examined barriers and facilitators to recruitment, engagement, and retention of these populations in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) prevention studies, synthesizing evidence from both empirical studies and review articles. Guided by PRISMA-ScR and the conceptual structure described by Gilmore-Bykovskyi et al., findings were synthesized from 19 reviews and 53 empirical studies. Findings were interpreted with attention to how overlapping factors-such as ethnicity, age, gender, and structural inequities-may influence study participation. Studies originated primarily from the United States (U.S.). Five key themes were identified: 1) mistrust, 2) stigma and limited research literacy, 3) logistical and financial constraints, 4) communication gaps and lack of team diversity, and 5) systemic-level barriers. Facilitators included culturally tailored outreach, long-term community partnerships, and inclusive study design. Retention strategies remain underreported, and little is known about the non-U.S. context. These findings highlight the need for context-specific, multi-level strategies that address the intersecting barriers faced by underrepresented groups to support equitable participation in dementia prevention research, and ultimately, dementia prevention.

ABSTRACT ESG reporting is widespread, but symbolic commitments do not always reflect substantive practices. This study conducts a systematic literature review of 62 empirical articles published between 2021 and 2025 to synthesize the main determinants and consequences of this disclosure–performance misalignment in ESG reporting (commonly referred to as ESG decoupling). Following the SPAR‐4‐SLR protocol and applying the TCCM framework, the review organizes evidence across theories, contexts, characteristics, and methodological approaches. Drawing on systems theory and performance feedback logic, the study develops an integrative conceptual framework explaining how symbolic and substantive ESG practices interact over time. The framework identifies four recurring mechanism clusters—agency and governance, institutional and regulatory, information asymmetry and signaling, and resource and capability—that shape short‐term tactical responses and longer‐term structural misalignment. The review provides a coherent, theory‐informed synthesis and offers structured insights for future research and for policymakers, managers, and investors concerned with the credibility of ESG reporting.

Binge eating and harmful drinking commonly co-occur, which worsens the physical and psychological consequences associated with either behavior alone. Reward processing alterations have been demonstrated among individuals who engage in binge eating or harmful drinking alone; however, there is limited understanding of how different components of reward processing might relate to both behaviors together and in isolation. The current systematic review aimed to consolidate knowledge on the shared and unique reward processes associated with binge eating and harmful drinking, with findings organized by reward construct and assessment method. The review was pre-registered (osf.io/njpyh). Databases were searched for empirical articles that included assessment of binge eating, harmful drinking, and reward processing. All search strategy, screening, quality assessment, and data extraction files are available (osf.io/4h6c5). Relevant findings from 25 included articles were summarized and compared. Higher self-reported general and food- and alcohol-specific reward anticipation were associated with co-occurring and separate engagement in binge eating and harmful drinking. Prolonged engagement in either behavior was associated with increased habit-based reward learning. This review highlights the potential clinical utility of incorporating assessment, monitoring, and management of elevated anticipatory reward responsiveness and altered reward learning into intervention strategies for binge eating and harmful drinking. Future studies investigating various components of reward processing with different reward types (e.g., food, alcohol, money) and more diverse samples are necessary to clarify the nature and specificity of reward processing alterations related to binge eating and harmful drinking.

ABSTRACT Studies on assessment for STEM learning practices have reported several forms of meaningful assessment, however, few systematic reviews have evaluated assessment trends in K–12 context. Hence, in this study, assessment practices in K-12 STEM education were systematically reviewed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. A total of 56 empirical research articles published between 2013 and 2025 on the Web of Science were carefully selected. Notable trends were observed in the research context, educational grade levels, course subjects, assessment methods and objectives, research methods, sample size, findings, and future research directions reported in the included studies. Reported assessment methods included surveys, questionnaires, examinations, and peer-based, authentic, and game-based assessments. Overall, the findings offer insights for K-12 STEM educators regarding the development of appropriate assessment methods tailored to the unique requirements of each STEM field.

Purpose This research explores the effectiveness of executive coaching in helping public sector entities navigate VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) situations. It proposes that coaching serves purposes beyond personal improvement, acting as a “reflective infrastructure” that enables rapid sense-making, knowledge flow, and ethical navigation within public administration. Reflective infrastructure refers to the organisational routines and trust-based conversational structures that institutionalise reflection across teams and governance processes. In this review, reflective infrastructure is positioned as a core mechanism through which coaching enhances sense-making and adaptation in VUCA settings. Design/methodology/approach The integrative review followed the PRISMA approach in analysing empirical research from Scopus, Web of Science, and EBSCO. After completing the research process, 68 empirical articles published from 2000 through 2025 were included. Data analysis used a deductive–inductive approach within coaching psychology theory, forming the Coaching-to-Adaptation-Cycle framework. Findings The mechanisms identified by the review include four ways in which coaching leads to adaptive governance. This includes psychological safety, behaviour change, structural frictions, and identity transformation. It is these four mechanisms, among others, that lead to a self-reinforcing cycle of learning within an organisation, driven by an individual's reflective practice in dealing with VUCA environments. Practical implications To enhance decision-making and adaptability, coaching should be embedded into supervision, cross-unit learning, and policy processes. Originality/value The review applies a PRISMA-aligned integrative methodology, combining systematic transparency with thematic depth to ensure a rigorous and replicable synthesis.

Coal mining causes significant environmental degradation, transforming land from a stable ecosystem into a disturbed area with complex ecological and chemical challenges. This study aims to evaluate the feasibility of post-coal mining reclaimed land as an area for livestock feed and animal husbandry production, focusing on the main research question: Does the land meet specific criteria such as heavy metal thresholds (e.g., Pb &lt;0.3 mg/kg, Cd &lt;0.1 mg/kg according to FAO/WHO), microbial community recovery (enzyme activity &gt;30% increase), and nutrient availability (N, P, K &gt;1% total)? The systematic literature review method involved searching 94 empirical articles from Google Scholar (years 2016-2025), selected based on criteria: empirical research design, English or Indonesian language, complete text, and relevance to the theme of mine land reclamation. Data analysis used a thematic approach to identify main themes related to reclaimed land conditions. The results show that 80% of studies report heavy metal pollution with Pb concentrations ranging from 5-50 mg/kg, Cd 0.5-5 mg/kg, and Hg 0.1-2 mg/kg, which pose a risk of bioaccumulation in feed plants; post-reclamation soil quality improvement trends reach 20-50% for soil organic carbon (SOC) and 30-60% for microbial enzyme activity, although the main constraints are slow microbial community recovery and chronic nutrient deficiency. In conclusion, reclaimed land is conditionally suitable for livestock feed and animal husbandry production if integrated restoration strategies are implemented to address microbial contamination, heavy metals, and nutrients, as well as continuous monitoring to ensure feed safety and animal health.

This paper aims to perform a review and analyze the literature on the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) to develop insights into how VAR research is developing, offer a critique of this technology's impact on decision accuracy and spectator psychology, and underline future research opportunities. Using a Structured Literature Review (SLR) method adapted from Massaro et al. (2016) , this study categorizes and analyzes empirical articles related to VAR implementation in elite leagues (such as LaLiga and EPL) as well as cross-country data to answer three main research questions regarding accuracy, game flow, and fan perception. Findings demonstrate that VAR successfully increased referee decision accuracy significantly from 92.1% to 98.3%. Technically, VAR has a minimal impact on players' physical performance but slightly increased the total match duration and decreased effective playing time. From a spectator perspective, although fairness is acknowledged to have increased , there is friction regarding delay duration and confusion within the stadium , particularly among older fans. Practically, this paper provides insights for league governing bodies regarding the importance of information transparency in stadiums (such as the use of big screens) to maintain fan satisfaction , as well as the necessity for continuous referee training. This study contributes to the sport management literature by synthesizing objective data (technical performance/accuracy) and subjective data (fan perception) that were previously often researched separately, providing a holistic overview of technology integration in sports

This study aimed to assess the degree to and manner in which research published in four forensic psychology journals in the years 2016-2020 addressed sociocultural identities. This was an exploratory content analysis with no a priori hypotheses. All empirical articles (n = 859) published in Behavioral Sciences and the Law, Criminal Justice and Behavior, Law and Human Behavior, and Psychology, Public Policy, and Law in the years 2016-2020 (inclusive) were coded. Information on seven sociocultural identities was recorded, including whether the identity was mentioned, participant identities were reported, and participants with different identities were compared, among other information. Additional details were recorded for a randomly selected subset of articles (n = 401). Sociocultural identities were infrequently mentioned in titles and abstracts of these articles; for example, gender was mentioned in 31.5% abstracts, and race was mentioned in 13.2%. Almost all corresponding and first authors (97.4%) worked in a United Nations regional group that includes primarily high-income, democratic nations, many of which have predominantly White populations. Gender (95%), race and/or ethnicity (74%), and socioeconomic status (43%) were the identities most frequently reported in the articles; others were very rarely reported (e.g., sexual orientation, 2%). Few studies addressed cultural strengths and/or explicitly recognized the impact of systems-level biases. Few studies explicitly addressed within-group differences for any sociocultural identity group. There was minimal evidence of improvement in the inclusion of sociocultural identities over time. The articles in this content analysis were largely completed prior to the publication of updated guidance regarding addressing the sociocultural identities of participants in publications. The results indicate that despite progress since previous content analyses were published, there was considerable room for improvement as of 2020. Greater attention to sociocultural factors will facilitate our understanding of the generalizability of our research and of the experiences of people with nondominant identities. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).

This paper examines how leadership, organizational learning, and technology integration interact to foster innovation and adaptability within learning organizations in the context of digital transformation. While prior studies have largely examined these elements in isolation, there remains limited synthesis of how leadership, learning processes, and digital technologies jointly operate across organizational contexts. This review is novel in that it systematically integrates leadership styles, organizational learning processes, and digital transformation within a single analytical framework and classifies existing empirical studies according to direct, moderation, and mediation models. Using a systematic literature review guided by PRISMA, the study synthesises 23 peer-reviewed empirical articles published between 2015 and 2025 across education, healthcare, public, and private sector organizations. The findings show that leadership influences organizational learning and performance through both direct and indirect pathways, with effects shaped by contextual conditions such as organizational flexibility and sectoral characteristics. Mediation mechanisms, particularly employee productivity and knowledge sharing, are central in translating leadership practices and technology adoption into improved organizational outcomes. Moderation effects further indicate that leadership effectiveness varies according to organizational readiness and environmental complexity. The review highlights that context-sensitive leadership and strategically aligned digital learning initiatives are critical for sustainable organizational development. It concludes by recommending that future research and policy prioritize integrated and adaptive approaches to leadership development and digital learning, offering a coherent roadmap for scholars and practitioners seeking to build resilient and innovative learning organizations.

ABSTRACT Assessment of collaborative problem solving (CPS) competence has recently gained much research interest in education, given the importance of CPS in equipping students to succeed in the evolving demands of modern society. Specifically, there is an increased interest in computer-simulated, scenario-based tasks to provide environments for students to solve problems together and assess their CPS competence. Given the lack of systematic and critical reviews on the topic, this review provides an analysis of relevant, and systematically selected, empirical articles (n = 26) assessing students’ CPS competence using computer-simulated, scenario-based tasks. To move the research on the CPS competence assessment forward, observing students in authentic situations, e.g. small-scale research designs, is suggested. In this way, evidence for validity aspects that is currently lacking could be evaluated. Other possibilities for the future of CPS research afforded by new assessment methods and analytical approaches are also discussed.

This study aims to examine how ecofeminist strategies contribute to advancing women’s empowerment and environmental sustainability across diverse socio-political contexts. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), this study analyzes twenty-eight empirical and conceptual articles published between 2015 and 2025, sourced from Scopus and ProQuest. The review follows the PRISMA protocol, with study quality assessed using the JBI Critical Appraisal Checklist, and employs thematic analysis to identify recurring patterns and contextual determinants. The findings reveal six interconnected strategies: gender-based policy reform, economic empowerment, ecofeminist education, grassroots activism, recognition of local knowledge, and intersectional approaches. These strategies operate synergistically across political, economic, and epistemic dimensions, demonstrating that empowerment emerges from dynamic interactions among structural, cultural, and ecological factors. Key success factors include alignment with local values, multi-level collaboration, and sustained political commitment, while major barriers involve entrenched patriarchy, neoliberal co-optation, and epistemic marginalization. This study concludes that ecofeminism offers a multidimensional and context-sensitive framework that links gender justice with environmental governance. Integrating these strategies into global agendas, such as the Sustainable Development Goals and UNFCCC Gender Action Plan, can strengthen inclusive, participatory, and resilient pathways toward sustainable development.

Purpose This systematic review aims to identify key research themes in educational leadership and management (EDLM) in Hong Kong between 2015 and 2025 and compare them with those reported in Szeto et al.’s (2015) review of the 1995–2014 literature. It delineates emerging trends and shifting research and practice priorities. It also seeks to contribute to the global scholarship on EDLM and offer contextually grounded insights with international relevance. Design/methodology/approach The review examines 64 empirical and conceptual articles collected from eight EDLM journals and three academic databases (Scopus, ERIC and Web of Science), using the theme checklist developed by Szeto et al. (2015). Findings Four key themes, comprising 10 sub-themes, were identified. Leadership development and Leadership for learning remain as core research themes, while hybrid and complex reform context and collaborative school culture have emerged as new areas of focus. This review interprets the pragmatic characteristics and effective practices of school leadership in Hong Kong. It also shows the research trends in Hong Kong's EDLM broadly align with global scholarship, while revealing persistent research gaps, particularly in analyses of political and wider societal contexts. Originality/value Hong Kong was a leading contributor to international EDLM scholarship in the 2000s and has increasingly been recognized in recent years as a reference point for leadership practice internationally. The review updates the knowledge base of school leadership research in Hong Kong and supports cross-context learning within the global EDLM community.