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Green Bond Issuance Effect on Environmental and Social Performance: Evidence From an International Sample
No full textWe study how first-time green bond (GB) issuances impact the environmental and social performance (ESP) of issuers. If GB issuances signal the issuer's commitment to sustainable development, rating agencies should positively adjust ESG scores, assuming no opportunistic behavior or rating inefficiencies. Using a global GB issuance dataset, we employ a difference-in-differences approach to compare ESP scores of GB issuers (treatment group) with those of non-GB issuers (control group). Compared to non-GB issuers, GB issuers experience enhanced ESP after their first GB issuance, with stronger results for firms with lower ESG scores pre-issuance. Higher environmental performance is driven by reduced carbon emissions, while improved social performance is driven by better workforce, human rights, and community scores. GB issuances reduce firms’ likelihood of ESG controversies. These findings contribute to our understanding of the factors driving the GB–ESG nexus and have implications for policymakers, investors, and issuers interested in integrating or promoting sustainability practices
Physical Activity and Mediterranean Diet: A Focus on University Students’ Habits
No full text: Background: Physical inactivity and unhealthy dietary habits are among the major global public health concerns, contributing significantly to the increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases. Objectives: The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between physical activity (PA) and dietary choices among undergraduate university students in Southern Italy. Methods: The cross-sectional survey was carried out through an anonymous web-based questionnaire. Results: Among the 500 university students who agreed to participate, only 3.4% of students reported regularly consuming five or more portions of fruits and vegetables per day, while 43.8% consumed 3-5 portions of starchy foods. Regarding fats, 31.2% reported consuming 2-3 portions of olive oil or butter per day. Men and those not having a health problem in the previous 12 months were less likely to adhere to the World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations on PA. Older students, those who consumed at least 5 meals per day, and those who acquired information from at least one source of information were more likely to adhere to the WHO recommendations on PA. Conclusions: Targeted initiatives promoting regular PA and healthy diets are essential to improving students' health and well-being
Evaluation of HMGB1 as possible marker via breast organoid cultures research
No full textHigh mobility group box 1 (HMGB1) is a non-histone protein widely expressed in the nucleus of mammalian cells, and it can be released by both immune and tumor cells. In the extracellular context HMGB1 can act as a proinflammatory mediator and boosting cancer progression. High HMGB1 mRNA expression levels are usually observed in various malignant diseases, including breast cancer (BC). Several studies have demonstrated the potential clinical value of HMGB1 in BC diagnosis and therapy. The present data, using in vitro protocols and molecular technologies, demonstrated the presence of HMGB1 in organoids derived from patients with BC with significantly elevated expression correlating with poorer prognosis. By blocking the activity of HMGB1 protein, cell cycle arrest and induction of apoptosis was observed in ex vivo 3D organoids, suggesting a potential antitumor effect. The localization by immunofluorescence, of HMGB1, β-catenin and NF-kB in organoids and the subsequent inhibition of the entire molecular pathway by switching off HMGB1 signaling suggests that there is a crosstalk between these molecules demonstrating their involvement in inflammation and inflammation-associated diseases such as cancer. The current results aim to investigate the role of HMGB1 in BC progression and find innovative applications based on HMGB1 as a therapeutic target and early disease biomarker
Gig Work in Organizations: Demystifying the Perspectives of Human Resource Management Professionals
No full textThe gig economy has expanded beyond platform-based work and is also transforming standard organizations that are accustomed to stable employment arrangements and long-term-oriented HRM practices. The shift towards gig workers and blended teams disrupts standard HR practices due to the short-term, transactional nature of gig work. This research investigates the implications of gig work on HRM practices in standard organizations. Specifically, we (1) examine the trends and perspectives of HR professionals on the use of gig work in standard organizations, (2) investigate whether HR professionals apply standard HRM practices for gig workers, and (3) conduct a longitudinal analysis of HRM perspectives applicable to gig workers before and post-COVID-19 pandemic. To achieve these research objectives, we employ natural language processing techniques to analyze more than 500 YouTube videos of HR professionals offering their opinions about gig work. The findings suggest that despite the widely conceived notion that gig workers are ‘self-managed’, various HRM practices are utilized in the context of gig work
Mapping Several Kinds of Special Economic Zones in Europe: A Review on Features, Priorities, and Objectives
No full textOver the last decades, policymakers have resorted to Incentive Zones to attract foreign investments, boost industrial production (particularly in export-oriented manufacturing), stimulate circular and cumulative growth processes, and expand exports. These policy instruments are diversified across countries, thus leading to a high degree of heterogeneity in terms of their effectiveness. Based on this, the research aims to analyse the main features and describe different types of incentive zones in terms of contextual factors, features, priorities and objectives, and to map the existing zones in Europe. To achieve this goal, a two-step analysis has been employed. In the first step, a systematic literature review has allowed us to identify the key factors recognized by the literature to describe incentive zones. Subsequently, according to the defined characteristics, the operating incentive zones in the European Union have been mapped and described. The research provides a first EU-wide mapping and description of IZs, based on a comprehensive theoretical and data framework. These data might serve to evaluate the primary issues behind IZ functioning, facilitate solving the complex policy harmonization challenges and serve as a foundation for future analyses
Inclusione e diversità per il benessere organizzativo: Pratiche di successo nella gestione delle risorse umane per la promozione della parità di genere
No full textInvestigating the Link Between Eco-Innovation Ambidexterity and Performances in Low-End Markets. Does Frugal Innovation Matter?
No full textThe requirements of sustainable development compel companies to invest in the renewal of their products and production processes.
However, companies approach this need differently, as the factors that stimulate virtuous behavior can vary. The choices
of companies are also influenced by the characteristics of the external context in terms of availability of resources to support the
innovation processes and the type of customers. This study investigates the impact of eco-innovation
ambidexterity—balancing
exploitative and explorative eco-innovation—
on operational and financial performance in manufacturing firms operating in
low-end
markets, traditionally characterized by lower-than-
average
product pricing. It also examines the moderating role of
frugal-innovation
orientation in this relationship. Specifically, by applying the ordinary least squares regressions, we focus on
a sample of manufacturing SMEs placed in Romania. The history of transition from a planned economy country and the high
incidence of SMEs makes Romania an exemplary low-end
market to show the mentioned dynamics. The findings reveal that
eco-innovation
ambidexterity positively influences operational performance, while no significant effect is observed for financial
performance. Furthermore, frugal-innovation
orientation strengthens the relationship between eco-innovation
ambidexterity
and operational performance, while its moderating effect on financial performance remains inconclusive. The results show the
importance of eco-innovation
ambidexterity as a dynamic capability for SMEs operating under resource constraints, offering
theoretical insights into the innovation–performance relationship. Furthermore, the study offers guidance for managers seeking
to balance sustainability with competitiveness in low-end
markets
Accounting for Impact: How Shipping Partnerships drive e-SDG Accountability for Climate Change Measures
No full textThe literature addresses decarbonisation technologies and stakeholder engagement separately, without considering partnership practices, accountability frameworks and environmental performance measurement for environmentally Sustainable
Development Goals (e-SDGs) in shipping companies. This research gap is increasingly relevant given rising regulatory demands
and stakeholder expectations on sustainability practices and disclosures. Unlike prior studies, this study examines how shipping
companies adopt decarbonisation practices to advance e-SDGs, with particular attention to SDG 17–Target 17.G, which promotes
multi-stakeholder partnerships. Emphasising the integration of carbon accounting and accountability systems, this study aims to
assess and guide progress toward decarbonisation. Drawing on legitimacy, stakeholder and resource-dependence theories, a twostage content analysis, automated (via Leximancer v.5) and manual, was conducted on sustainability reports and webpages published between 2018 and 2025 by 30 leading shipping companies, mainly from Asia, with smaller representation from Europe,
the Middle East and North America. The results highlight an increasing reliance on cross-sectoral partnerships that facilitate
the sharing of resources and knowledge, supporting the adoption of low-carbon technologies and enhancing compliance with
international regulations such as the IMO decarbonisation strategy and the EU Emission Trading System. Carbon accounting
emerges as a strategic tool for monitoring Scope 1–3 emissions and the recently discussed ‘avoided’ emissions, known as Scope 4,
and for enhancing corporate transparency and accountability by integrating climate measures into strategic planning (SDG 13–
Target 13.2). Overall, this study demonstrates that identifying and measuring the effects of cross-sectoral partnerships is critical
for researchers, industry practitioners and policymakers seeking to advance e-SDGs in the maritime secto