Future Research Research Articles

Moving Beyond Static, Individualistic Approaches to Agency: Theories of Agency for Medical Education Researchers: AMEE Guide No. 177

Agency – the capacity to produce an effect – is a foundational aspect of medical education. Agency is usually conceptualized at the level of the individual, with each learner charged with taking responsibility to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. This conceptualization is problematic. First, collaboration is a central component of patient care, which does not align well with an individualistic approach. Second, a growing body of literature documents how minoritized and marginalized trainees experience inequitable restrictions on their agency. Third, a myriad of structures across medicine restricts individual agency. In this guide, we present four conceptualizations of agency beyond the individual that medical researchers can incorporate to modernize and broaden their understanding of agency: (a) temporal: how individuals wrestle with their own agency across time; (b) relational: how agency is co-created dialogically with other individuals and structures; (c) cultural: how culture and cultural resources shape possibilities for agency; and (d) structural: how restrictive structures – like racism and ableism that unjustly curtail individual agency – are created, maintained, and resisted. For each dimension, we first describe it by drawing from and summarizing the work of theorists across disciplines. Next, we highlight an article from medical education that makes particularly good use of this dimension, discussing some of its relevant findings. Finally, we offer a set of questions that researchers in medical education can ask to highlight the dimension of agency in their work, and we suggest potential directions for future inquiry. We conclude by offering an example of how a researcher might understand a resident’s educational experiences through each of the four proposed dimensions and further explicating the complexity of agency in medical education.

Does CEO Duality Matter When It Comes to Innovation A Review of Empirical Literature and Emerging Perspectives for Future Research

Does CEO Duality Matter When It Comes to Innovation A Review of Empirical Literature and Emerging Perspectives for Future Research

Hardships and Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs of MSME: A Bibliometric Review and Future Research Agenda

Hardships and Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs of MSME: A Bibliometric Review and Future Research Agenda

A Decade of E-Payment Literature: Systematic Review, Synthesis, and Future Research Agenda

A Decade of E-Payment Literature: Systematic Review, Synthesis, and Future Research Agenda

Grief and delivering a statement in court: a longitudinal mixed-method study among homicidally bereaved people

ABSTRACT Background: Participating in a criminal trial may increase the likelihood of developing psychopathology. In 2021, people bereaved by a plane disaster (flight MH17) had the opportunity to deliver a victim personal statement (VPS) in Dutch court. Objective: This longitudinal mixed-method study examined different aspects of 84 bereaved people’s experiences with VPS delivery. Method: Motivations to deliver, or not deliver, an oral VPS were examined qualitatively using thematic content analysis. Whether background and loss-related variables were related to the decision to deliver a VPS was examined using binary logistic regression analyses. Between-group (delivered VPS vs. did not) and within-group (pre- vs. post-VPS) comparisons were made regarding prolonged grief disorder (PGD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and depression levels using t-tests and paired t-tests. Results: Bereaved people were most frequently motivated to deliver an oral VPS to describe the impact of the incident, while those who did not deliver an oral VPS commonly wanted to protect themselves from the perceived emotional burden. None of the correlates – i.e. biological sex, age, level of education, number of losses, and (closest) relationship to the deceased – were related to the decision to deliver a VPS. Lastly, significantly higher PGD, PTSD, and depression levels were reported by people who delivered a VPS than those who did not, before and after the court hearing. No significant within-group differences were found over time. Conclusions: Professionals may provide emotional support to bereaved people who want to deliver a VPS and manage their expectations if they want to deliver a VPS for the purpose of symptom reduction. Future research may benefit from examining other ways in which VPS delivery might have beneficial or detrimental effects for specific individuals. Overall, implementing VPS delivery in court on the basis of emotional restoration remains empirically unsupported, if defined as a reduction in psychopathological levels.

THE ART OF GRIEVING AMONG OLDER ADULTS ON TIKTOK

Abstract Although TikTok is dominated largely by younger persons, the platform has since gained traction among older adults, a number of whom have used it to cope with bereavement and grief. Presently, little is known about the therapeutic effects of creating TikTok content in the context of bereavement. However, there have been suggestions that the platform has the potential to serve as an accessible form of art therapy. This study explores how older adults mobilize audio-visual functions to communicate their experience of bereavement on TikTok. We compiled the most viewed videos of users aged 60 and above with at least 100,000 followers, generating 1,382 videos with over 3.5 billion views. Videos which did not feature older adults engaging in discourses on bereavement were excluded. This left us with 22 videos. Both inductive and deductive approaches guided the qualitative analysis. Three themes emerged: ‘Emotional Expression’ (Theme 1; 59%), ‘Maintaining a Relationship with the Deceased’ (Theme 2; 23%) and ‘Channelling Grief into Positive Emotions’ (Theme 3; 18%). This study represents a first step towards understanding the use of TikTok among older bereaved individuals. As findings from this study paint a rather optimistic portrait of the experience of uploading bereavement-related content on TikTok, future inquiry could dive into the potential harms of uploading such content on the application. In view of the enduring presence of TikTok, it is crucial to investigate the clinical effectiveness of using the platform as an art form to cope with bereavement.

Comparative study on information extraction of urban wetlands and its thermal environment using the SDGSAT-1 data

ABSTRACT Wetlands represent crucial ecosystems, with urban wetlands playing a significant role in regulating regional thermal environments. The Sustainable Development Goals Scientific Satellite 1 (SDGSAT-1), equipped with multiple sensors, boasts one of the highest spatial resolutions among satellites housing thermal infrared sensors. A specific deep blue band, sensitive to chlorophyll in water, has been established, introducing innovative technological avenues for observing urban wetland environments. This study focuses on Beijing, investigating SDGSAT-1's efficacy in wetland classification and Land Surface Temperature (LST) retrieval, in comparison to Sentinel-2 and Landsat 8 TIRS data. The findings reveal that: (1) Wetland classification accuracy with SDGSAT-1 (86.76% overall accuracy, 0.84 Kappa coefficient, 0.87 Macro-F1) surpasses that of Sentinel-2, possibly attributed to the deep blue bands; (2) In contrast to Landsat 8's thermal infrared band, SDGSAT-1's finer resolution (30 m spatial resolution) offers more intricate spatial variation of LST, forming a foundational dataset for nuanced wetland thermal environment investigations; (3) The study underscores the comprehensive advantages of SDGSAT-1 data in monitoring urban wetlands and thermal environments, furnishing a theoretical basis for future related research.

Linking transformational leadership to green human resource management (GHRM) and employee engagement in green initiatives

ABSTRACT This study investigates if transformational leadership, green human resource management (GHRM) and employees’ intrinsic motivation are all crucial for employee engagement in GHRM initiatives. It adopts a quantitative approach and a cross-sectional survey which was conducted among 325 permanent faculty members of public and private sector universities in Lahore, Pakistan. Partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) using SmartPLS (3.0) was used for testing the hypotheses. The results empirically support the antecedents of employee engagement in green initiatives (transformational leadership and GHRM) by taking intrinsic motivation as a moderator. The findings highlight that GHRM practices of the organisations and especially of the HEIs through effective leadership need to be designed in a way that not only encourages but also empowers the employees to be environment conscious. In such a way this work offers significant contributions to the existing body of research; shedding light on its present condition and pinpointing prospective avenues for future inquiries in this particular sector. Findings can help policymakers shape the pro-environmental behaviour of current academic staff as well as attract those people who have an environmental mindset.

STEM Education in ASEAN Countries: Practices and Way Forward

Several countries have developed STEM education to boost global competitiveness. Studies on the implementation of STEM have revealed that educators and curriculum developers employ a variety of frameworks. These variances highlight the need for educators in the ASEAN community to have a shared understanding of STEM implementation to guide their teaching practice. We analyzed the literature on STEM implementation to create a knowledge base that would better guide policymakers and educators. The initial literature search identified 988 studies, but only 11 articles met the inclusion criteria for selection. We report on STEM education practices in ASEAN countries, their implementation status, and their impact on learners. We also discuss the geographical and practical gaps and highlight critical areas for future inquiries.

Incorporating Environmental Sustainability and Supply Chain Management in Contemporary Interior Design: A Study on Chinese Landscape Paintings

The primary objective of this empirical investigation was to comprehensively examine the economic, environmental, and socio-cultural factors that exert a substantial influence on the collective impact of Chinese landscape paintings and modernist interior design. The study applied a complete econometric framework, integrating unit root tests, lag selection criteria, and autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) models. The results indicate a statistically significant and enduring association between essential factors, such as customer demand, price elasticity, and supply chain costs. The ARDL models demonstrate significant short-term and long-term effects, as seen by the substantial R-squared values reaching 84.4%. These findings confirm the variables’ strength and explanatory capability and incorporate stepwise and robust least squares models, further supportingthe obtained results. The present findings have important implications for professionals in various fields of art interior design. The results provide valuable data-driven insights that can inform the creation of sustainability and economic feasibility in these domains. This study is a crucial reference point for future academic inquiries and practical applications in the interdisciplinary fields of art, design, and supply chain management.

Mapping of research Productivity on Chikungunya indexed in Web of Sciences Core Collection

Significant research progress has been made towards understanding the Chikungunya virus (CHIKV); however, the research productivity and milestones remain unclear. In this study, we investigated the global research outputs on CHIKV and assessed the landscape and future research directions. The Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database was used to identify the relevant publications. A bibliometric analysis was performed using the bibliometrix package in R, HistCite, and VOSviewer v. 1.6.6. A total of 3,423 relevant studies published from 1963 to 2020 were identified on October 1st 2021. The mean citation score per document was 24, while Hirsch index and Collaboration Index were 124 and 3.8 respectively. The United States contributed the highest number of articles (n=659). The Institut Pasteur took the lead as the most prolific institution, having the highest number of publications (n=178). The top journal was Journal of PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases with 167 publications. Lastly, most funding for CHIKV research was from the United States Department of Health and Human Services. This article has provided a comprehensive overview of the most significant evolution in the field of CHIKV research in terms of authors, journal, country, institution, research direction, and funding agencies.

ADAPTing to participant distress: A protocol for applied improvisation in healthcare.

Applied improvisation (improv) is an emerging innovative approach to clinical education and requires the cultivation of a highly engaged learning environment. With highly interactive and engaging forms of learning, it is critical to address participant distress and psychological safety in an improv learning environment in order to prevent damage to the learning capacities of individual participants as well as the group as a whole. However, little is available to guide applied improv practitioners to navigate the socially complex dynamics of participant distress during an improv session. The purpose of this project was to develop a distress protocol, tailored for improvisation-based interprofessional clinical communication training curricula, aiming to characterise, anticipate, prevent and address participant distress during sessions. Using an interpretive descriptive approach, we analysed qualitative data including previously collected interview data and primary field notes taken during improv simulations in order to develop the Addressing Distress in Applied Improvisation Participants Tool (ADAPT). Analysis revealed two key distress manifestations (resistant distress and reactive distress) as well as three distress profiles (primary distress, secondary distal distress and secondary proximal distress) that may occur during an improv session. The ADAPT guides facilitators through four phases of attending to participant distress during applied improvisation sessions. These four phases include Redirecting the Spotlight, Responding to Distress, Reintegrating the Group and Reflecting on the Distress. The ADAPT is the first of its kind as a general guide for addressing participant distress and can be customised and tailored to other applied improv curricula and experiential learning activities. Future inquiry should evaluate the utility and effectiveness of the ADAPT for responding to in situ participant distress in applied improv or other similar active learning environments.

Pathways Into Teaching Ecological Engagement in Congregations

This paper explores the challenges of cultivating ecological engagement in the context of congregations and describes pedagogical strategies for cultivating transformational approaches to care for the Earth. Working with data from clergy taking part in an online program for education and support on climate and environmental issues, we imagine what it might look like for preachers, leaders, and educators alike to be equipped and accompanied for teaching ecological engagement. We draw on social movement theory for rhetorical frames to catalyze change in congregations that may be hindered by narratives of inaction around climate and environmental issues. We also note the importance of context in terms of geography and a sense of place for shaping education and engagement. Two strategies emerge showing promise for future inquiry: framing ecological engagement as relationship between humanity and the rest of the natural world, and theological framing for meaning-making and identifying shared values.

How are value orientations toward intangible cultural heritage important to local cultural festival development?

ABSTRACT Despite its widespread use as a primary theoretical framework for exploring residents’ attitudes and support towards tourism, and being acclaimed for its significant explanatory potential, Social Exchange Theory (SET) faces scholarly critique for its lack of comprehensiveness and limited ability to fully capture residents’ perspectives. Studies indicate that various factors, notably value orientation, significantly shape residents’ attitudes towards local cultural festivals. This study aims to assess the influence of value orientations towards Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) on attitudes and support for local cultural festivals. By utilizing the Values-Attitudes-Behavior Hierarchy, it seeks to enhance the analysis of residents’ responses within the SET framework, aiming to uncover insights into how these value orientations shape residents’ attitude and support. Analyzing responses from 449 UAE residents using PLS-SEM, findings revealed the significant influence of value orientation on positive impacts attitude, leading to support for local cultural festival development. Discussion on the theoretical and practical implications, limitations of the research, and recommendations for future inquiries are also presented.

An Analysis of Bank Syariah Indonesia digital services and features

Aligned with technological advancements and evolving customer preferences for cutting-edge banking solutions, Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) has introduced the BSI Mobile Application, aiming to deliver efficient banking services in adherence to Sharia financial principles. This study is prompted by the quest for a comprehensive understanding of the digital services offered by BSI, specifically focusing on identifying distinctive features, evaluating integration levels, and assessing their impact on the operational efficiency of the bank. Employing a qualitative approach through the library research method, the research draws data from diverse sources, including literature, scientific journals, books, official documents, and pertinent information accessible through library repositories and digital platforms.Utilizing a literature study as the primary data collection technique and applying the Miles and Huberman data analysis method, this research ensures the validity and reliability of findings by relying on credible sources such as scientific journals and official documents from Bank Syariah Indonesia. The outcomes of this research successfully unveil and elaborate on the array of digital services provided by BSI, highlighting distinctive features that set it apart from conventional mobile banking applications. The analysis of BSI Mobile features offers profound insights into services that embody a holistic approach, demonstrating efficiency and compliance with Sharia financial principles.This research serves as a foundational knowledge source for future inquiries. The anticipation is that a more profound comprehension of digital service types, specific features, and their effects on BSI's operational efficiency will serve as a guide for developing more efficacious strategies in the future. The envisaged positive contribution aims to optimize digital services at BSI, enhance the overall customer experience, and elevate the operational efficiency of the bank.

A realist review of medication optimisation of community dwelling service users with serious mental illness

BackgroundSevere mental illness (SMI) incorporates schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, non-organic psychosis, personality disorder or any other severe and enduring mental health illness. Medication, particularly antipsychotics and mood stabilisers are the main...

Keloid and Hypertrophic Scar Post-Excision Recurrence: A Retrospective Study

Introduction : Abnormal scar recurrence can occur and often be greater than pre-excision because the recurrence rate is giving a high percentage. Data about keloid and hypertrophic scar recurrence are rarely found in Indonesia. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct research related to abnormal scar, aims to determine the incidence of abnormal scar recurrence to support future research by giving valuable data. Method : A retrospective descriptive study that evaluated post-excision abnormal scar patients from 2018 to 2020 using medical records. Result : The sixteen cases had varied by age with the highest number of presentations in the late adolescence (17-25 years) (31%). Comparison of male (56%) and female (44%) patients were 1.28:1. The distribution of patients with recurrence of abnormal scars based on the type of abnormal scar found that 11 patients (69%) had keloids and the rest had hypertrophic scars with a total of 5 patients (31%) with predominantly ear (38%). Strategies of therapy most commonly excision only (50%), followed by excision with steroid injection combination (31%). Conclusion: This exemplifies recurrence case in post-excision abnormal scar. Our findings indicate that there are differences in surgical strategy, such as wound closure techniques. Most of them were found with keloid scars and the incidence of recurrence was 11 cases and 5 cases experienced more than 1 recurrence. Furthermore, combination therapy, such as steroid injection, which is the most commonly used therapy after excision in this case, did not appear to prevent recurrence.

Managerial identity work: a systematic literature review with a conceptual model

AbstractThis article presents a systematic review of Managerial Identity Work (MIW) literature, the ongoing process through which managers shape, negotiate, and redefine their professional identities in response to organizational, societal, and personal pressures. By synthesizing 61 empirical studies based on the PRISMA methodology, eight central themes within MIW are identified: identity work of first-time managers, identity work of experienced managers, management development programs, external perceptions of identity, blurred identity, creation of preferred identity, identity work as a medium, and identity work of minorities. These themes are further integrated into aggregate dimensions—knowledge, awareness, motivation, and privilege—culminating in a conceptual model that elucidates the relationships between them. This study not only consolidates the extant literature but also provides a framework for understanding the key factors shaping managerial identity formation. By mapping the geographical and industrial contexts of MIW research, this review uncovers gaps in the literature and proposes directions for future inquiry, particularly regarding MIW’s implications for leadership development, organizational culture, and managerial legitimacy.

A Review of Smart Camera Sensor Placement in Construction

Cameras, with their low cost and efficiency, are widely used in construction management and structural health monitoring. However, existing reviews on camera sensor placement (CSP) are outdated due to rapid technological advancements. Furthermore, the construction industry poses unique challenges for CSP implementation due to its scale, complexity, and dynamic nature. Previous reviews have not specifically addressed these industry-specific demands. This study aims to fill this gap by analyzing articles from the Web of Science and ASCE databases that focus exclusively on CSP in construction. A rigorous selection process ensures the relevance and quality of the included studies. This comprehensive review navigates through the complexities of camera and environment models, advocating for advanced optimization techniques like genetic algorithms, greedy algorithms, Swarm Intelligence, and Markov Chain Monte Carlo to refine CSP strategies. Simultaneously, Building Information Modeling is employed to consider the progress of construction and visualize optimized layouts, improving the effect of CSP. This paper delves into perspective distortion, the field of view considerations, and the occlusion impacts, proposing a unified framework that bridges practical execution with the theory of optimal CSP. Furthermore, the roadmap for future exploration in the CSP of construction is proposed. This work enriches the study of construction CSP, charting a course for future inquiry, and emphasizes the need for adaptable and technologically congruent CSP approaches amid evolving application landscapes.

"Our Voices Will Get Louder": A Qualitative Exploration of Factors Influencing Arab/Middle Eastern North African (MENA) American Patient Participation in US-Based Health Care and Health Research.

Heightened anti-Arab/Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) xenophobia in the United States (US) coupled with the addition of a MENA category on the next US Census call into attention the health needs of this minoritized population. Targeted research is needed to better understand the factors that influence Arab/MENA American participation in US-based health research and health care. A novel qualitative interview guide was constructed to better understand the health research experiences, health care experiences and needs of Arab/MENA patients nationally. Patients were recruited through the Arab American Health Network Alliance (AAHNA) community connections. Semi-structured interviews were conducted virtually in English and Arabic, and qualitative data was interpreted through iterative thematic analysis using inductive reasoning. A total of seventeen interviews (n = 17) were completed (14 in English, 3 in Arabic). Notably, the majority identified as female (82%) and have resided in the US for 18years or longer (53%). Three main themes were identified (1) Individual-level Comfortability and Access to Research Participation, (2) Advancing Community Health Outcomes and Participation, and (3) Structural Barriers as Drivers of Health Disparities. The health research and health care experiences explored in this project have the potential of informing future inquiries on Arab/MENA American health. For instance, we suggest building community trust, providing equitable compensation and support, increasing health workforce diversity, and advocating for affordable health care, all to improve Arab/MENA patient participation in health research.