Interpersonal Research Articles

Consumer perceptions of AI chatbots on Twitter (X) and Reddit: an analysis of social media sentiment and interactive marketing strategies

PurposeThis study investigated consumer perceptions of AI chatbots focusing on sentiment analysis across Twitter (X) and Reddit during ChatGPT3 through ChatGPT4 launches. It identifies user sentiments: positive, negative, or neutral and explores their impact on chatbot deployment in interactive marketing. The goal was to understand consumer engagement dynamics and provide insights for enhancing marketing strategies and consumer interactions with chatbots.Design/methodology/approachUsing sentiment analysis, this research examined the nature and scope of discussions surrounding AI chatbots. This methodological approach allowed for a nuanced understanding of the predominant sentiments: positive, negative, or neutral, expressed by users providing insights into consumer engagement and interaction patterns.FindingsThe findings reveal a diverse range of consumer sentiments toward ChatGPT 3, reflecting varying degrees of acceptance and skepticism. These varied sentiments are crucial for organizations in shaping their interactive marketing strategies, particularly in how they deploy chatbots for consumer engagement and brand interaction.Practical implicationsTrust and positive sentiment toward ChatGPT, particularly on platforms like Twitter and Reddit, suggest it is becoming part of everyday life. However, concerns about its impact on human jobs and the lack of emotional intelligence persist. Users still weigh the benefits and drawbacks of ChatGPT, with negative and neutral sentiments reflecting these worries. For interactive marketers, this presents an opportunity to differentiate through human interaction in customer-facing roles. Addressing the risks and ethical concerns of AI, marketers can better engage consumers and refine strategies for future chatbot deployments, ensuring AI enhances rather than detracts from the customer experience.Originality/valueThis paper makes a unique contribution to the existing literature by demonstrating how consumer perceptions, rather than mere acceptance, directly influence the strategic use of AI chatbots in interactive marketing. By focusing on perceptions, this study offers deeper insights from social media sentiment analysis that can refine marketing campaigns and enhance consumer engagement with emerging technologies in the digital landscape.

From Farm to Community: Dispersal of Potentially Pathogenic Staphylococcus and Mammaliicoccus Species and Antimicrobial Resistance Across Shared Environments.

Staphylococcaceae are a diverse bacterial family with important implications for human and animal health. This study highlights the One Health relevance of their environmental dispersal, particularly, by identifying closely related or genetically identical strains circulating between farm and community environments. Environmental Staphylococcaceae strains were isolated from animal farms and interconnected areas within a university setting, both influenced by anthropogenic activities. Genetic diversity analysis via GTG5-PCR revealed that specific strains circulated across these environments, likely facilitated by human interaction, supporting the potential for cross-environmental bacterial transfer. The strains were further tested for antimicrobial resistance against a panel of antibiotics, biofilm formation, and the presence of resistance-associated genes. We identified a wide array of Staphylococcaceae species (n = 16), with over half being pathogenic to humans and animals, including S. aureus, S. epidermidis, S. haemolyticus, and S. saprophyticus. Notably, 55.5% of the strains exhibited multidrug resistance, and 15.9% harbored the methicillin resistance gene mecA, underscoring the challenges these infections might pose to treatment. Biofilm-forming capabilities further enhance the environmental persistence of these strains. These findings underscore the critical need for surveillance and targeted intervention strategies in a One Health framework to mitigate antimicrobial resistance across shared environments.

Trombosi venosa cerebrale associata a otomastoidite con segni di ipertensione endocranica

Venous thrombosis of the cerebral sinuses can complicate acute otitis media (AOM) due to the close anatomical relationship between these structures. This condition presents a diagnostic challenge for clinicians, as it often manifests with nonspecific symptoms like headaches and carries the risk of quickly developing into intracranial hypertension. Here, we present the case of a ten-year-old child with a history of AOM who developed a headache, later diagnosed as otomastoiditis complicated by thrombosis of the sigmoid sinus and jugular-sigmoid junction. The patient required surgical intervention, along with antibiotic and anticoagulant therapy, leading to a full resolution of the thrombosis.

Navigating digital encounters: insights from frontline professionals on public service delivery

PurposeDigitalization is transforming public service delivery, potentially increasing efficiency and availability but risking excluding vulnerable people with weak digital skills. Despite technological advances, frontline professionals remain a crucial element of service value creation, as many services require human interaction, even if it is digitally mediated. This study surveys frontline professionals to capture their experiences and assess whether digital encounters meet their clients’ needs.Design/methodology/approachThe dataset comprises 15 interviews with professionals assisting migrant clients. The data were analysed using abductive thematic analysis, utilizing viewpoints about the digital divide and digital public services from previous literature.FindingsThe study emphasizes three pivotal elements inherent in digital public encounters with migrant clients: (1) a high administrative burden due to clients’ weak technological competency, Finnish skills and knowledge of the local public service system, (2) the importance of interpersonal trust and (3) the shifting and pressurized role of the professional.Originality/valueThe main novelty of this study lies in illustrating that administrative burden and trust are interconnected. This study contributes to public management research by enhancing the understanding of digital public service development. It provides crucial insights from frontline professionals, which could pave the way for applying technology to public services to benefit all citizens, including vulnerable populations.

HM-SYNC: A Multimodal Dataset of Human Interactions with Advanced Manufacturing Machinery

Abstract A deep understanding of manufacturing processes is essential for advancing manufacturing-oriented design and engineering complex systems. As advanced manufacturing technologies evolve, systems have grown more complex, and human interaction has become a vital component of both operation and design. This shift introduces new challenges, as human roles within these systems extend beyond traditional boundaries and are not yet fully understood in current design processes. Characterizing human interactions within manufacturing systems is therefore critical to supporting further advancements. Additionally, human behavior plays a significant role in many engineered systems beyond manufacturing, underscoring the value of developing methodologies to better analyze human behavior and interactions within complex environments. These methodologies can broadly support and enhance diverse aspects of engineering design. This study presents HM-SYNC, which is a comprehensive dataset of human interactions with advanced manufacturing machinery, specifically a wire-arc additive manufacturing machine. Depth images and 3D skeleton joints are collected over six months using privacy-preserving pose tracking with depth cameras. HM-SYNC includes thousands of interactions across various contexts, goals, and users, providing valuable insights into patterns of human-machine interaction. By capturing a diverse range of interactions in natural settings, this dataset supports advancements in human-centered manufacturing design and facilitates the development of more effective manufacturing systems. This dataset can enhance models and digital twins of manufacturing systems, help operators optimize machinery use and efficiency, and guide designers in refining machine and system design, to name just a few applications.

Non-self-similar collapse of three point vortices in a generalized two-dimensional fluid system

Abstract In this study, we investigate the non-self-similar collapse of three vortices in a point vortex model of a generalized two-dimensional (2D) fluid system. In the classical point vortex model, the existence of the self-similar collapse of three vortices has been well known from Gr\"obli (1877). Moreover, the non-existence of the non-self-similar collapse of three vortices in the classical point vortex model was proved by Hern\'andez-Gardu\~no and Lacomba (2007) and Hiraoka (2008). In this study, we apply the method similar to Hern\'andez-Gardu\~no and Lacomba (2007) to the point vortex model of the generalized 2D fluid system, which includes a real parameter $\alpha$, where $0 < \alpha \le 3$. We present proofs for the possible existence of the non-self-similar collapse of three vortices for $0 <\alpha < 2$ and for the non-existence of such collapse for $2 < \alpha \le 3$. Furthermore, as an application, we analyze in detail the self-similar and non-self-similar collapses of three vortices in the symmetric case of the surface quasi-geostrophic system ($\alpha=1$). A close relationship between the self-similar and non-self-similar collapses of the three vortices is identified.

Surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 in Pets of Harris County, Texas, Revealed More Common Pet Infections in Households With Human COVID-19 Cases.

Local health departments can play a critical role in zoonoses surveillance at the human-domestic animal interface, especially when existing public health services and close relationships with community groups can be leveraged. Investigators at Harris County Veterinary Public Health employed a community-based surveillance tool for identifying severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections in dogs and cats in June--December 2021. Diagnosis was made using both RT-qPCR testing of oral and nasal swabs and plaque reduction neutralization testing of serum samples. Recruitment for this free companion animal surveillance program occurred through the following two streams: case-based and event-based. The case-based stream recruited companion animals of confirmed human COVID-19 cases through the Harris County Public Health case investigations platform and used the information from epidemiological investigations of the owners to conduct further investigations of their pet(s). The event-based stream recruited companion animals participating in free or low-cost spay/neuter events at Harris County Pets Resource Center (HCPRC). A total of 97 animals were tested, with the case-based and event-based streams accounting for 36 and 61, respectively. A total of 13 animals (13.4%) tested seropositive including one that also had positive RT-qPCR swabs. Of the positives, 11 (84.6%) were associated with a confirmed human case of SARS-CoV-2 living in the same household including one household with four out of the seven animals positive for SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibodies. These two surveillance methods employed at the local level emphasize the importance of the One Health approach and provide a model for future zoonoses surveillance systems.

Examining the Relationship Between Daily Academic Hassles, Academic Buoyancy, Flourishing, and Mental and Physical Health Issues Among Taiwanese High School Students

ABSTRACTPrevious studies have explored the relationship between students' school stress and resilience but have largely overlooked the relationship between students' daily academic hassles and buoyancy. Although the close relationship between academic buoyancy and achievement has been confirmed, using the academic buoyancy perspective to explain the relationship between flourishing and mental health problems is lacking in current research. Therefore, this study analyzes the relationship between four variables: daily academic hassles, academic buoyancy, flourishing, and mental health problems among Taiwanese high school students. This study's major contributions are as follows: (1) this study found that daily academic hassles can negatively predict academic buoyancy; (2) academic buoyancy can positively predict flourishing; (3) daily academic hassles can negatively predict flourishing and positively predict physical and mental health problems; (4) academic buoyancy negatively predicted physical and mental health problems; (5) the negative correlation between flourishing and physical and mental health problems; (6) the relationship between daily academic hassles and physical and mental health problems is mediated by academic buoyancy and flourishing. Finally, the study discusses the results and proposes relevant recommendations for schools, teachers, students, and future research.

Relation among zootechnical performance, biochemical indicators, water quality, and small invertebrates (zooplankton) abundance reared in biofloc-supplemented systems

The present study was conducted to investigate the interaction of biofloc water supplementations and potential zooplankton abundance and structure in Nile tilapia Oreochromis niloticus-rearing systems on zootechnical performance and biochemical indicators. Nile tilapia juveniles (13.30 g and 9.50 cm) were randomly distributed into 18 fiberglass tanks (500 L/tank with a stocking density of 40 fish/tank) to start the feeding experiment for 60 days. Fish weights were recorded weekly to adjust the feeding rate at 3% of their biomass using a commercial diet. Compared to the control group (T0, zero biofloc water supplementation), the influence of five biofloc supplementation levels was applied as follows: 14.2, 28.4, 42.6, 56.8, and 71 g L−1 (T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5, respectively). The biofloc was prepared in an external fermentor fiberglass tank (300 L) and added to the fish tanks to keep the biofloc levels constant during the experiment. After 30 and 60 days of the experiment, the number of zooplankton was 46,501 and 24,537 Ind. L−1, respectively, which included four families (Rotifera, Copepoda, Cladocera, and free-living nematodes) with the domination of family Rotifera at 81.65% and 93.89%, respectively. The water quality indicated was within the standard values recommended for fish culture. Compared to those of the control group, the values of growth performance, whole-body biochemical composition, and blood biochemical indicators were significantly higher in biofloc groups than in the control group. Group T3 achieved the highest significant growth performance values. In comparison with the control group, T3 achieved the lowest number of cultures and the abundance of small invertebrate prey after 60 days of culture. The fish reared in groups T0 and T1 showed the highest significant urea content and the highest concentrations of liver function enzyme activities. Interestingly, compared to all groups, T3 achieved the best feed conversion ratio (FCR) value (1.68). Principal component analysis (PCA) and Pearson’s correlation coefficient confidence (PCCC) clarified a close positive relationship between T0 and T3 with the total individual, Rotifera abundance, and FCR. The highest PCCC value with T0 was in group T3 (0.947). In conclusion, biofloc supplementation (42.6 g L−1) showed a sustainable clean aquadiet strategy and significantly improved Nile tilapia growth and FCR with regard to the culture of small prey invertebrates for 60 days.

Genomic Epidemiology of Erwinia amylovora Strains That Caused the Fire Blight Outbreak in Korea.

Fire blight, a devastating bacterial disease affecting rosaceous plants such as apples and pears, is caused by Erwinia amylovora. The disease, known for its rapid spread and destructive potential, can lead to severe symptoms and often result in the death of infected plants. In Korea, the observation of E. amylovora was first recorded in 2015, and subsequent dissemination has been noted across the peninsula. We previously determined the genomic characteristics of five Korean E. amylovora strains isolated in 2015, demonstrating a close phylogenetic relationship to a North American lineage. Based on these results, we have now sequenced a collection of 92 E. amylovora genomes from various fire blight cases in Korea spanning from 2016 to 2018. Through the population genomic approach, we explored the genetic diversity among the isolates. Our comprehensive genomic assessment facilitated the reconstruction of phylogenetic relationships, the correlation of genetic and spatial distances, and the inference of the most recent common ancestor of Korean E. amylovora. We conclude that E. amylovora was introduced to Korea several years before the first disease outbreak. Genomic insights obtained from our investigation will be invaluable for understanding the genetic characteristics, geographic spread and evolutionary dynamics of Korean E. amylovora.

Role of nasal microbiota in regulating host anti-influenza immunity in dogs

BackgroundNumerous studies have confirmed a close relationship between the pathogenicity of influenza and respiratory microbiota, but the mechanistic basis for this is poorly defined. Also, the majority of these studies have been conducted on murine models, and it remains unclear how far these findings can be extrapolated from murine models to other animals. Considering that influenza A virus is increasingly recognized as an important canine respiratory pathogen, this study investigated the cross-talk between nasal and lung tissues mediated by microbes and its association with influenza susceptibility in a beagle dog model.ResultsUsing 16S rRNA gene sequencing, combined with comparative transcriptomic, anatomical, and histological examinations, we investigated viral presence, gene expression profiles, and microbiota in the nasal cavity and lung after influenza infection in the beagles with antibiotic-induced nasal dysbiosis. Our data showed that dysbiosis of the nasal microbiome exacerbates influenza-induced respiratory disease and the epithelial barrier disruption, and impairs host antiviral responses in the nasal cavity and lung. Moreover, dysregulation of nasal microbiota exacerbates the influenza-induced disturbance in lung microbiota. Further, we also identified a strain of Lactobacillus plantarum isolated from canine nasal cavity with a significant antiviral effect in vitro, and found that its antiviral activity might be associated with the activation of the interferon (IFN) pathway and modulation of the impaired autophagy flux induced by influenza infection.ConclusionsOur investigation reveals that nasal microbiota dysbiosis exerts a prominent impact on host antiviral responses, inflammation thresholds, and mucosal barrier integrity during influenza infection. Lactobacilli, as part of the nasal microbiota, may contribute to host antiviral defenses by modulating the IFN and autophagy pathways. Collectively, this study underscores the importance of nasal microbiota homeostasis in maintaining respiratory health.ELb-wCzpDVSzGHyDeap6A8Video

Genome-wide analysis and characterization of TPD1 family proteins in pearl millet (Cenchrus americanus): Insights into reproductive regulation and phytohormone responses.

The Tapetum Determinant 1 (TPD1) family proteins are known to play a crucial role in the regulation of reproduction in plants, including Cenchrus americanus (pearl millet). However, members of TPD1 family proteins have not been fully identified. The current study aims to identify and characterize the TPD1 family proteins in Cenchrus americanus (L.) Morrone. Seven transmembrane proteins (from 127 to 172 aa) comprising TPD1 domain were identified via genome-wide mining. Analysis of gene expression during developmental stages revealed high expression of four CaTPD1s in reproductive organs. Treatment with phytohormones showed that the expression of CaTPD1s was repressed by hormone treatments except CaTPD1_Ch4.1 and CaTPD1_Ch4.3 which are highly expressed in response to brassinolide and auxin, respectively. Screening of cis-elements in the promoter of CaTPD1s revealed various cis-elements related to phytohormone regulation, wound response, abiotic stress defense, and light response. The phylogenetic tree revealed distinct clustering of CaTPD1_Ch6 and CaTPD1_Ch5 among the other CaTPD1s, which revealed close relationships with the orthologs from Arabidopsis and rice that are known to have a critical role in tapetum development and pollen and ovule production. Hence, this study affirms the role of the CaTPD1s genes in the growth and reproduction during pearl millet developmental stages.

Predictive factors for axillary pathological complete response to neoadjuvant therapy in elderly breast cancer patients

PurposeThis study explores the predictive factors for axillary pathological complete response(apCR) during neoadjuvant therapy(NAT) for elderly breast cancer patients to supplement the indications for retaining the axilla.MethodsComprehensive clinical information was gathered from November 2016 to July 2023 from elderly patients with pathology-confirmed invasive breast cancer who underwent NAT and surgery in the Breast Department of Sichuan Cancer Hospital. The relationships between clinicopathological characteristics and apCR were investigated via retrospective analysis. Univariate analysis of the clinicopathological parameters and efficacy was performed via the chi-square test or Fisher’s exact test, while multivariate analysis was conducted via binary logistic regression.ResultsThis study included 109 elderly patients with breast cancer, with an overall apCR rate of 46.8%. The univariate analysis results showed that the initial clinical lymph nodes negative(cN0) stage, Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2(HER2) positivity and breast pathological complete response(bpCR) were significantly correlated with high apCR rates(all P < 0.05). Multivariate analysis revealed that apCR exhibited a significant association with initial cN0 stage and HER2 positivity. The apCR rate for HER2-positive elderly patients with initial cN0 disease is 100.0%,whereas the lowest apCR rate is observed in HER2-negative and clinical lymph nodes positive(cN+) patients(36.0%). Subgroup analysis revealed a close relationship between molecular subtypes and apCR.ConclusionThis study indicates that initial cN0 stage and HER2 positivity can serve as independent predictive factors for apCR after NAT in elderly breast cancer patients. HER2-positive elderly patients with initial cN0 stage can be considered exempt from axillary lymph node dissection(ALND) after standard NAT.

Impact of geographical variation on nutritional and antioxidant properties of Basella alba L. from Sri Lanka

BackgroundBasella alba L. (Malabar spinach) is a widely consumed leafy vegetable, well known for its nutritional and therapeutic properties. These properties arise from the availability of essential nutrients, phytochemicals, and antioxidant potential, which may vary depending on environmental factors induced by the geographical location. In this study our aim is to investigate the correlation between the geographical location and proximate composition, phytochemical content, and antioxidant activity of B. alba harvested from fifteen locations in Sri Lanka.ResultsAccording to the statistical analysis by ANOVA and Tukey test, the results of proximate analysis confirmed that samples from different locations showed statistically significant variance in nutritional content. Furthermore, phytochemical content and antioxidant potential varied showing a significant difference between locations in total chlorophyll (27.53 to 6.69 µg/g dry weight), carotene (4.54 to 1.15 µg/g dry weight), total flavonoid content (10.54 to 3.94 mg/g dry weight in Quercetin equivalents), total phenolic content (8.33 to 0.46 mg/g dry weight in gallic acid equivalents), 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl radical scavenging activity (38.03–11.4% inhibition), and ferric ion-reducing antioxidant power (1.23 to 3.76 mg/g dry weight in ascorbic acid equivalents) (p < 0.05). The Pearson correlation showed a strong positive correlation between total phenolic content and antioxidant activity. Principal component analysis indicates the role of antioxidant activity and chlorophyll content in location differentiation, forming distinct clusters. Cluster analysis categorized samples into four groups, linking biochemical traits to agro-climatic zones. The principal component analysis and cluster analysis showed a close relationship between some locations due to their high antioxidant and phytochemical accumulation.ConclusionThis study exhibits the importance of geographical location on the phytochemical profile and antioxidant properties of B. alba. These findings can be used to refine optimal cultivation sites for B. alba to enhance the efficacy of its nutraceutical and pharmaceutical potential.

Racionalidad, ciencia, sociedad y acción humana. Los límites del conocimiento y la racionalidad científica

This text analyzes the role of rationality and science in modern society and its limits on human action. Karl Marx argues that rationality, both in scientific knowledge and practice, is a key element to social change and progress, highlighting the relation between knowledge and power. Max Weber characterizes modernity in terms of rationalization which, although it fosters an optimal social action, it limits freedom and individual creativity due to bureaucratization. Weber also discriminates technical rationalization of subjective rationalization, pointing at the limits of scientific rationalization. Meanwhile, Norbert Elias considers civilization as the result of human interactions and not as a product of pure rationality. He maintains that science must point at what is possible, leaving the responsibility of decisions in the hands of the individual. He also warns against the illusion that social sciences can exempt the individual from his or her responsibility. This analysis provides a critical comprehension on how rationality and science influence social development and individual autonomy.

MicroRNA‐microbiota interactions: Emerging strategies for modulating intestinal homeostasis and enhancing host health

AbstractLong‐term artificial selection and environmental shifts have driven adaptive changes in both the host genome and the intestinal microbiota. The complex symbiotic relationship between these two has become essential for maintaining intestinal homeostasis and overall health. Concurrently, advancements in sequencing technology and the functional annotation of noncoding RNAs, particularly microRNAs (miRNAs), have facilitated the exploration of mechanisms regulating intestinal homeostasis. Herein, we systematically update the role of miRNA–microbiota interactions in regulating the intestinal barrier, intestinal immunity, changes in intestinal microbiota dynamics, and maintenance of intestinal homeostasis, and we further critically discuss the role of miRNA–microbiota interactions in the maintenance of host intestinal health, metabolic regularity, brain function, and neurodegenerative disease‐related disorders. Finally, we highlight the prospects and therapeutic strategies regarding miRNA–microbiota interactions in humans and animals in the context of intestinal microbiota and gene function studies. This study provides a comprehensive overview of miRNA–microbiota interactions and their influence on intestinal homeostasis and host health and offers novel therapeutic strategies for future personalized prevention and treatment of intestinal diseases.

Exploring sustaining embodied experience in the built environment: a case study of Seonyudo

ABSTRACT This study adopts a multidisciplinary approach, integrating the embodied experience framework with insights from embodied cognition and contextual design methodology, to investigate human interactions within a sustainable urban park. Focused on a post-industrial setting, it aims to validate the embodied experience process and identify key elements of sustainable urban environments. Through an empirical approach, this research seeks to deepen understanding of human engagement with built environments, enhancing awareness and communication around sustainable design concepts. Findings uncover diverse narratives of embodied experiences, structured by five contextual design models: (1) Flow model, mapping information flow; (2) Sequential model, outlining experience-influencing elements; (3) Artifact model, identifying experience-amplifying mediums; (4) Spatial model, showing relationships between artificial and natural environments; and (5) Cultural model, highlighting environment types in cultural contexts. This approach provides insights into urban sustainability’s experiential aspects, promoting a deeper understanding of embodied experiences and their role in sustainable design. It contributes to designing sustainable urban environments, linking theory with practical applications to improve urban life quality in sustainability initiatives.

The ‘siphoning effect’ of equity financing

ABSTRACT Regardless of debt financing constraints or theoretical dynamic uncertainty analysis, there is a close relationship between a company’s value and its capital structure. This close relationship is largely realized through the siphoning effect of equity financing. Based on panel data from multiple private placements of Chinese non-financial listed companies between 2010 and 2022, this paper explores the siphoning effect of equity financing from company size and financial condition perspectives. The study results indicate: First, equity financing brings a significant siphoning effect for listed companies, but this effect gradually weakens and may even become a constraint as the number of equity financings increases. Second, small companies experience a stronger siphoning effect from equity financing, and the rate of decrease in the siphoning effect with multiple rounds of equity financing is less pronounced in small companies compared to larger ones. Third, for companies in poor financial health, the siphoning effect of equity financing is only short-term. Equity financing can increase the short-term liabilities of financially distressed companies but does not alleviate their long-term debt financing constraints. These conclusions provide new empirical evidence for the preference for equity financing in China’s capital market.

Development and preliminary validation of the dyadic sexual self-esteem inventory

Abstract Previous research has consistently shown a close relationship of sexual health with the dynamics within a romantic relationship. However, most measurements in this field have traditionally focused solely on the individual level, thus neglecting relationship aspects. In the present study, we introduce a new theoretical framework and the Dyadic Sexual Self-Esteem Inventory (DSSEI) as a measurement tool designed to evaluate sexual self-esteem from an interpersonal perspective. Using data from individuals in monogamous relationships (N = 784), we conducted confirmatory factor analyses, tested measurement invariance, and assessed the instrument’s reliability and validity. The results demonstrate that the DSSEI is a reliable and valid 30-item tool that consists of one higher-order factor (Dyadic Sexual Self-Esteem), five second-order factors (Evaluation of the Self, Perceived Partner’s Influence on Self, Perceived Partner’s Self-Evaluation, Perceived Influence on Partner, Couple Evaluation) and ten first-order factors that differentiate between sexual self-worth and sexual self-efficacy within dyadic sexual self-esteem. The DSSEI exhibits partial scalar invariance across gender and measurement points for the second-order factors. Reliability analyses demonstrate good internal consistency and stability over time. The validity analyses incorporated Pearson product-moment correlations and regression analyses, revealing significant associations between dyadic sexual self-esteem and sexual self-esteem, sexual subjectivity, self-esteem, sexual function, sexual satisfaction, relationship satisfaction, and emotional intimacy. Additionally, the DSSEI differentiates between individuals with and without sexual dysfunction and between those with high and low relationship satisfaction. The DSSEI has implications for both sexual health research and clinical practice and adds to an understanding of couples’ sexual interactions as a product of their dyadic experiences rather than the sum of individual predispositions.

Evaluating the Impact of Green Governance on Sustainability Performance in Nigeria's Energy Sector: A Stakeholder Perspective

This paper considers the concept of green governance as a reactionary effort or response to the environmental consequences arising from the exploitative human interaction with the elements of nature. The present industrial revolution has increased the level of production, heightened companies' profit margins, and resulted in environmental hazards. Additionally, the chain of manufacturing to consumption has resulted in environmental degradation, ozone depletion, and the destruction of traditional livelihoods for most global economies. Through empirical evidence from relevant literature, this study finds that Nigeria’s energy sector accounts for 90% of the total export volume and is the major contributor to environmental degradation; hence, the implementation of green governance and sustainability performance should be championed by the energy firms. To this end, the stakeholder theory is used to analyze a model of synergy between stakeholders to implement green governance. Nonetheless, green governance practices among these energy firms are very low compared to other developed countries such as the United Kingdom, Russia, China, and Germany. This paper concludes by providing viable future research discourses that would add to the body of knowledge on green governance practices in Nigeria.