scholarly journals Nutritional, Medicinal, and Cosmetic Value of Bioactive Compounds in Button Mushroom (Agaricus bisporus): A Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (13) ◽  
pp. 5943
Author(s):  
Muhammad Usman ◽  
Ghulam Murtaza ◽  
Allah Ditta
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Agaricus Bisporus ◽  
Fungal Infections ◽  
New Drugs ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Nutritional Values ◽  
New Horizons ◽  
Cultivated Mushroom ◽  
Future Research Directions

Fungi are vital to numerous industrial and household processes, especially producing cheeses, beer, wine, and bread, and they are accountable for breaking down organic matter. The remarkable medicinal and nutritional values of the mushrooms have increased their consumption. Agaricus bisporus belongs to the Agaricaceae family, and it is a top-ranked cultivated mushroom that is well known for its edibility. A. bisporus is rich in nutrients such as carbohydrates, amino acids, fats, and minerals and has potential anticancer, antioxidant, anti-obesity, and anti-inflammation properties. The bioactive compounds extracted from this mushroom can be used for the treatment of several common human diseases including cancer, bacterial and fungal infections, diabetes, heart disorder, and skin problems. A. bisporus has opened new horizons for the world to explore mushrooms as far as their culinary and medicinal values are concerned. In recent years, tyrosinase and ergothioneine have been extracted from this mushroom, which has made this mushroom worth considering more for nutritional and medicinal purposes. To emphasize various aspects of A. bisporus, a comprehensive review highlighting the nutritional, medicinal, and cosmetic values and finding out the research gaps is presented. In this way, it would be possible to improve the quality and quantity of bioactive compounds in A. bisporus, ultimately contributing to the discovery of new drugs and the responsible mechanisms. In the present review, we summarize the latest advancements regarding the nutritional, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic properties of A. bisporus. Moreover, research gaps with future research directions are also discussed.

scholarly journals Human Safety in Autonomous Transport Systems – Review and Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 51 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-71
Author(s):  
Alicja Dąbrowska ◽  
Robert Giel ◽  
Sylwia Werbińska-Wojciechowska
Keyword(s):  
Human Detection ◽  
Robotic Systems ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Human Safety ◽  
Storage Area ◽  
Future Research Directions

Abstract During the robot's operational tasks, a key issue is its reliability in the aspect of human safety providing. Currently, there are a number of methods used to detect people, and their selection most often depends on the type of process carried out by robots. Therefore, the article is focused on the development of a comparative analysis of selected methods of human detection in the storage area. The main aspect in the context of which these systems were compared concerned the safety of robotic systems in the space of human occurrence. Main advantages and drawbacks of the methods in various applications were presented. The detailed analysis of the achievements in this area gives the possibility to identify research gaps and possible future research directions when using these tools in autonomous warehouses designing processes.

scholarly journals Assessing SMEs’ Internationalisation Strategies in Action

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (14) ◽  
pp. 4743
Author(s):  
Francesco Castagna ◽  
Piera Centobelli ◽  
Roberto Cerchione ◽  
Eugenio Oropallo ◽  
Shashi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Start Up ◽  
Relevant Field ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Internationalisation Strategies ◽  
Medium Enterprises

In this paper, a structured review was conducted to investigate the internationalisation process of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to define barriers and enablers and identify research gaps in this relevant field. Data were collected from two databases of scientific peer-reviewed articles (i.e., Scopus and Web of Science). After the selection process, 161 papers focusing on SMEs’ internalisation were analysed using both descriptive and content analysis. The analysis of the results highlights that SMEs’ internalisation is a growing research field, but different research gaps remain to be filled. These gaps concern barriers, impact on performance, models, and theories related to the different phases of the internationalisation process (e.g., start-up, early entrance, international growth). The future research directions identified interesting suggestions and guidelines for future researchers in the field of SMEs internationalisation.

Business model innovation: a systematic review and future research directions

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 457-476
Author(s):  
Makhmoor Bashir ◽  
M. Muzamil Naqshbandi ◽  
Rayees Farooq
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Business Model ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Business Model Innovation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Horizons ◽  
Innovation Research ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
New Perspective

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to systematically analyze the literature on business model innovation by identifying its triggers, enablers, barriers, dimensions, outcomes and highlight avenues for future research. Design/methodology/approach A systematic literature review of papers on business model innovation was conducted based on the recommendations of Tranfield et al. (2003) from 2000–2019. A total of 70 conceptual and empirical studies on business model innovation research spanning from 2000 to 2019 were analyzed based on different classification schemes. Findings The systematic review approach of this paper offers a new perspective in understanding business model innovation, bridges the gap in the extant literature by providing consolidation regarding the triggers, enablers, barriers, dimensions and outcomes of business model innovation and indicating avenues for future research. Research limitations/implications A review of literature on business model innovation carried out in this paper is expected to open up new horizons for future researchers to develop and empirically test frameworks related to business model innovation. The five themes identified to shed light on important aspects of business model innovation. These themes are expected to not only strengthen the theoretical foundations of business model innovation but also help practitioners develop and implement business model innovations in their organizations. In particular, the themes related to the enablers, barriers, triggers and outcomes of business model innovation can provide useful insights for practitioners. Originality/value This study is the first of its kind that has provided consolidation regarding the triggers, enablers, barriers, dimensions and outcomes of business model innovation.

Twenty-five years’ contribution of “Benchmarking: an International Journal” to manufacturing strategy: a scientometric review

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (10) ◽  
pp. 2887-2908 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vishwas Dohale ◽  
Angappa Gunasekaran ◽  
Milind M. Akarte ◽  
Priyanka Verma
Keyword(s):  
Research Direction ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Manufacturing Strategy ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Review Study ◽  
Research Type

PurposeThis study aims at reviewing the articles on the themes of manufacturing strategy (MS) published in “Benchmarking: An International Journal (BIJ)” and investigating the trends of publication for future research.Design/methodology/approachFive-stage methodology to conduct a literature review is adopted comprising: (1) article collection, (2) inclusion/exclusion criteria, (3) reviewing the articles, (4) analyzing the articles and (5) future research directions. A total of 57 articles specific to MS domain published in BIJ are reviewed. Further, a bibliometric analysis comprising keywords co-occurrence, citation and co-citation using a VOSviewer© software followed by content analysis to analyze the type of research, type of industry and type of tool/method used is carried out.FindingsThe study helps to find the scope of the journal and research gaps in the MS domain to provide future research directions. Most of the work found is survey-based or case-based in nature. However, there is a need for empirical research to be done in the field of MS.Research limitations/implicationsThe study facilitates researchers willing to publish in BIJ to understand different themes of accepted papers concerning MS domain. The identified research gaps and future research direction can motivate researchers and practitioners to coin new approaches in the MS domain.Originality/valueA comprehensive review and analysis of the MS literature published in BIJ has been provided. To the best of authors' knowledge, the current study is the only review study in MS domain focusing on one specific journal.

scholarly journals Spaghetti Meat Abnormality in Broilers: Current Understanding and Future Research Directions

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giulia Baldi ◽  
Francesca Soglia ◽  
Massimiliano Petracci
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Value ◽  
Muscle Hypertrophy ◽  
Economic Losses ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Meat Composition ◽  
White Striping ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Wooden Breast

Spaghetti meat (SM) is a recent muscular abnormality that affects the Pectoralis major muscle of fast-growing broilers. As the appellative suggests, this condition phenotypically manifests as a loss of integrity of the breast muscle, which appears soft, mushy, and sparsely tight, resembling spaghetti pasta. The incidence of SM can reach up to 20% and its occurrence exerts detrimental effects on meat composition, nutritional value, and technological properties, accounting for an overall decreased meat value and important economic losses related to the necessity to downgrade affected meats. However, due to its recentness, the causative mechanisms are still partially unknown and less investigated compared to other muscular abnormalities (i.e., White Striping and Wooden Breast), for which cellular stress and hypoxia caused by muscle hypertrophy are believed to be the main triggering factors. Within this scenario, the present review aims at providing a clear and concise summary of the available knowledge concerning SM abnormality and concurrently presenting the existing research gaps, as well as the potential future developments in the field.

Macaulay’s theory of duration: 80-year thematic bibliometric review of the literature

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (1) ◽  
pp. 103-132
Author(s):  
Syed Alamdar Ali Shah ◽  
Raditya Sukmana ◽  
Bayu Arie Fianto
Keyword(s):  
Model Development ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Duration Model ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Bibliometric Review ◽  
Regulatory Bodies ◽  
Future Research Directions

PurposeThe purpose of this research is to propose a framework for research on Macaulay duration and establish future research directions.Design/methodology/approachThematic, bibliometric and content analyses have been used to review 168 research papers published between 1938 and 2019 taken from ISI Web of Science and Scopus contributed by leading authors, journals and regulatory bodies.FindingsIdentification and integration of themes of duration theory, duration model development and duration model implementation leading to unattended research gaps, and framework for research on Macaulay duration.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is based on an extensive review of the literature to extract important themes, research gaps and frameworks. It does not empirically investigate significance of Macaulay duration and various sectors.Practical implicationsThis research has several aspects that are helpful for practitioners. Macaulay duration has been the subject of empirical research only without any guiding framework. This research provides a platform to initiate profound researches in various areas of finance. Various proposed models are required to be tested under holistic approach in conventional and emerging fields, especially in Islamic settings.Originality/valueThis research highlights, research themes leading to framework, research gaps and factors that are crucial in developing, extending and testing duration models leading to enhancement of theoretical base of Macaulay duration.

scholarly journals Evaluation of the Adhesion between Overlays and Substrates in Concrete Floors: Literature Survey, Recent Non-Destructive and Semi-Destructive Testing Methods, and Research Gaps

Buildings ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacek Szymanowski
Keyword(s):  
Literature Survey ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Testing Methods ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Current State ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Non Destructive

Non-destructive testing (NDT) and semi-destructive testing (SDT) have recently been more frequently used for the evaluation and condition assessment of concrete floors in various types of buildings. The subject of the article is to briefly introduce the reader to the problem of adhesion between overlays and substrates in concrete floors and to illustrate the current state of knowledge on the subject. The aim of this paper was to briefly describe the recently used non-destructive and semi-destructive testing methods and the parameters useful for characterizing the adhesion between overlays and substrates in concrete floors, as well as the methods useful to characterize the functional properties of the overlays. A recent literature survey, related to the adhesion between the overlays and substrates in concrete floors, is thus shown. Special emphasis was placed on the critical review of the current research results. Based on the analysis of the literature review, research gaps have been presented in order to highlight future research directions.

scholarly journals Positive Identity as a Positive Youth Development Construct: A Conceptual Review

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra K. M. Tsang ◽  
Eadaoin K. P. Hui ◽  
Bella C. M. Law
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Subjective Evaluation ◽  
Developmental Outcomes ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Positive Identity ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Core Construct

Identity is a core construct in psychology because it refers to how a person addresses issues dealing with who that person is. Important theorists studying the concept of identity, like Erikson, Marcia, and Higgins, assert that identity is organized,is learned, and is dynamic, and a subjective evaluation of an individual’s identity has emotional consequences for that individual. Adolescents who can cultivate a clear and positive identity after their developmental struggles during adolescence often advance more smoothly into adulthood. This paper reviews literature on the nature and structure of identity and examines its importance on adolescent developmental outcomes. It traces significant determinants of identity and proposes strategies for cultivation of positive identity. Observations on current research gaps in the study of identity and future research directions will also be discussed.

scholarly journals Cinnamomum Species: Bridging Phytochemistry Knowledge, Pharmacological Properties and Toxicological Safety for Health Benefits

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Javad Sharifi-Rad ◽  
Abhijit Dey ◽  
Niranjan Koirala ◽  
Shabnum Shaheen ◽  
Nasreddine El Omari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Food Additives ◽  
New Drugs ◽  
Herbal Remedies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Neuroprotective Effects ◽  
Long Time

The genus Cinnamomum includes a number of plant species largely used as food, food additives and spices for a long time. Different traditional healing systems have used these plants as herbal remedies to cure diverse ailments. The aim of this comprehensive and updated review is to summarize the biodiversity of the genus Cinnamomum, its bioactive compounds, the mechanisms that underlie the pharmacological activities and molecular targets and toxicological safety. All the data in this review have been collected from databases and recent scientific literature including Web of Science, PubMed, ScienceDirect etc. The results showed that the bioactive compounds of Cinnamomum species possess antimicrobial, antidiabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer and neuroprotective effects. The preclinical (in vitro/in vivo) studies provided the possible molecular mechanisms of these action. As a novelty, recent clinical studies and toxicological data described in this paper support and confirm the pharmacological importance of the genus Cinnamomum. In conclusion, the obtained results from preclinical studies and clinical trials, as well as reduced side effects provide insights into future research of new drugs based on extracts and bioactive compounds from Cinnamomum plants.

scholarly journals What We Know and What We Do Not Know about Trust in Work Teams: A Systematic Literature Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Catalina Diana Dumitru ◽  
Alexandra Mittelstadt
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Team Performance ◽  
Work Teams ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Organizational Studies ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
And Control

Trust in work teams is a growing field of research. Numerous studies research trust in work teams in connection to team effectiveness and team performance. But this substantial amount of work lacks continuity and systematization in terms of conceptualization and operationalization. With this research project we take stock of the knowledge from previous studies and carry out a systematic review of the literature on trust in work teams. We analyze a total of 64 papers addressing trust in work teams, published between 1999 and 2019 (inclusive). In our review we focus on how trust in teams has been conceptualized and operationalized, how trust develops and is maintained in work teams, and on the tangled relationships between trust, distrust, and control. With this paper we contribute to the field of management and organizational studies by offering a theoretical framework of the antecedents of trust in work teams and by identifying current research gaps and future research directions. 

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