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Everyday “low price” or everyday “value”? The interactive effects of framing and construal level on consumer purchase intentions
No full textAcademic literature uses the term “everyday low price” (EDLP) when referring to a pricing strategy that offers relatively stable, low prices across a wide assortment of product categories. However, in real-world situations, many brands and retailers opt to use a different term – “everyday value” (EDV). Do consumers differentially evaluate such framings of the same pricing strategy? The present research draws upon construal level theory and demonstrates – across two experimental studies – that EDV (vs. EDLP) framing is more effective among consumers with high (but not low) construal levels. This effect is mediated by perceived benefit such that consumers with high construal levels derive higher levels of perceived benefit when evaluating a product promoted with an EDV (vs. EDLP) framing. The findings of this research can be useful for marketers and retailers in promoting and framing the EDLP (or EDV) pricing strategies in their advertising and marketing communications
The psychology and theology of open-mindedness
No full textThe study of closed-mindedness has garnered much attention in the psychological study of religion and prejudice (Burch-Brown and Baker, 2016), the psychology of religious fundamentalism (Hood, Williamson and Hill, 2005), and the study of religious violence (Gambetta and Hertog, 2009; Strozier et al., 2010). However, the study of open-mindedness in religion and theology has received comparatively less attention in its own right. It is common to consider that ‘closed-mindedness is probably the normal state of a person who is committed to a religious faith…’ and that ‘religion may be one of those areas in which complexity is not helpful’ (Beit-Hallahmi and Argyle, 1997, p. 170). Theological traditions, particularly those reflecting on theologies of the religious other and theologies of religious pluralism, challenge this assertion. Theology has a rich lineage that has considered what might constitute openness to other faith traditions, presenting an opportunity for pausing to reflect on the relationship between religion and open-mindedness
How do technological innovation and fiscal decentralization affect the environment? A story of the fourth industrial revolution and sustainable growth
No full textDeteriorating environmental quality poses a serious threat to life on earth. Similar to other countries, China has been attempting to reduce its reliance on non-renewable energy sources by adopting new energy-efficient technologies that help create a more sustainable industrial structure. Various studies have been conducted to determine the leading causes of environmental degradation. However, unlike international trade, economic activities, and eco-innovation, the political structure of a country is often ignored by scholars because of its indirect impact—which is difficult to evaluate—on emission reduction. In this study, we examine the impact of technological innovation and fiscal decentralization on carbon dioxide (CO) emissions in the presence of gross domestic product (GDP) and globalization in the case of China for the period 2005Q1 to 2018Q4. By using time series econometric techniques, we find that technological innovation, fiscal decentralization, GDP, and globalization are influential factors in explaining CO emissions in China. In terms of policy implications, we suggest that to deal with deteriorating environmental quality, China needs to formulate policies to mitigate emission levels by promoting an energy-efficient system. Moreover, to smoothen the process, it is imperative to clarify the responsibilities at different levels of government to successfully achieve the targets of low CO emissions and energy-saving functions of fiscal expenditures
Trunk, pelvis and lower limb walking biomechanics are similarly altered in those with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome regardless of cam morphology size
No full textBackground: Studies of walking in those with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome have found altered pelvis and hip biomechanics. But a whole body, time-contiuous, assessment of biomechanical parameters has not been reported. Additionally, larger cam morphology has been associated with more pain, faster progression to end-stage osteoarthritis and increased cartilage damage but differences in walking biomechanics between large compared to small cam morphologies have not been assessed. Research question: Are trunk, pelvis and lower limb biomechanics different between healthy pain-free controls and individuals with FAI syndrome and are those biomechanics different between those with larger, compared to smaller, cam morphologies? Methods: Twenty four pain-free controls were compared against 41 participants with FAI syndrome who were stratified into two groups according to their maximum alpha angle. Participants underwent three-dimensional motion capture during walking. Trunk, pelvis, and lower limb biomechanics were compared between groups using statistical parametric mapping corrected for walking speed and pain. Results: Compared to pain-free controls, participants with FAI syndrome walked with more trunk anterior tilt (mean difference 7.6°, p < 0.001) as well as less pelvic rise (3°, p < 0.001), hip abduction (-4.6°, p < 0.05) and external rotation (-6.5°, p < 0.05). They also had lower hip flexion (-0.06Nm⋅kg, p < 0.05), abduction (-0.07Nm⋅kg, p < 0.05) and ankle plantarflexion moments (-0.19Nm⋅kg, p < 0.001). These biomechanical differences occurred throughout the gait cycle. There were no differences in walking biomechanics according to cam morphology size. Significance: Results do not support the hypothesis that larger cam morphology is associated with larger differences in walking biomechanics but did demonstrate general differences in trunk, pelvis and lower limb biomechanics between those with FAI sydrome and pain-free controls. Altered external biomechanics are likely the result of complex sensory-motor strategy resulting from pain inhibition or impingement avoidance. Future studies should examine internal loading in those with FAI sydnrome
Staying engaged: experiences and opportunities for diverse populations to age well in Australia
No full textFeeling good about yourself? An exploration of FitBit “new moms community” as an emergent space for online biosociality
No full textRe-establishment of macrophage homeostasis by titanium surface modification in type II diabetes promotes osseous healing
No full textTitanium surface mediated immunomodulation may address compromised post-implantation bone healing in\ua0diabetes mellitus. To assess\ua0in vitro\ua0phenotypic changes, M1 and M2 polarised Type 2 diabetic rat (Goto Kakizaki, GK) macrophages were cultured on micro-rough (SLA) or hydrophilic nanostructured SLA (modSLA) titanium. The\ua0in vivo\ua0effects of the SLA and modSLA surfaces on macrophage phenotype, wound-associated protein expression and bone formation were investigated using a critical-sized calvarial defect model. Compared to healthy macrophages, GK M2 macrophage function was compromised, secreting significantly lower levels of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10. The modSLA surface attenuated the pro-inflammatory cellular environment, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokine production and promoting M2 macrophage phenotype differentiation. ModSLA also suppressed gene expression associated with macrophage multinucleation and giant cell formation and stimulated pro-osteogenic genes in co-cultured osteoblasts.\ua0In vivo, modSLA enhanced osteogenesis compared to SLA in GK rats. During early healing, proteomic analysis of both surface adherent and wound exudate material showed that modSLA promoted an immunomodulatory pro-reparative environment. The modSLA surface therefore successfully compensated for the compromised M2 macrophage function in Type 2 diabetes by attenuating the pro-inflammatory response and promoting M2 macrophage activity, thus restoring macrophage homeostasis and resulting in a cellular environment favourable for enhanced osseous healing
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