Liverpool John Moores University

Supporting alcohol change in mid-life women: focus group insights informing refinement of the SPACES intervention logic model

OBJECTIVES: Logic model refinement is an underreported stage of complex intervention development. SPACES (Storytelling Promoting Alcohol Choice, Empowerment and Sharing) combines narratives with Behaviour Change Techniques (BCTs) to support alcohol reduction among mid-life women....

The influence of force on the encoding and perception of affective touch

Abstract Stroking touch has been shown to be most pleasant at intermediate velocities of 1-10 cm.s −1 , which relates well to the activity of C-low threshold mechanoreceptors (C-LTMRs), also called C-tactile afferents in humans, that have been implicated in encoding positive affe...

Microbiome Dynamics During Translocation of the Critically Endangered Frog Craugastor ranoides

ABSTRACT Amphibian populations are declining, and species are going extinct due to habitat loss, climate change, and emerging infectious disease, prompting the increasing use of translocations as a conservation tool. Skin‐associated bacterial communities play a key role in amphib...

Laser beams target-based monocular vision measurement system self-calibration and localization method for boom-type roadheader in large-scale underground complex scene

The monocular vision measurement system is an effective approach to obtain accuracy and reliable pose estimation for underground tunneling, especially with a specially designed laser beams targets for the far-distance and large-scale scene localization in the tunneling face. Howe...

Dual-internationalization marketing strategies of emerging market e-tailers - Evidence from the Alibaba Group

Abstract From the perspective of international retail, this exploratory study aims to shed light on the marketing strategies to implement dual-internationalization (DI) of emerging market multinational enterprises (EM-MNEs) in e-commerce. The qualitative primary data was collecte...

Lysosomal signaling pathways influence heart rhythm, and regulate atrial function

AIMS: In the heart, endogenous nicotinic acid adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NAADP) triggers lysosomal calcium (Ca2+) release to augment sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR) Ca2+ sequestration, producing larger Ca2+ transients. However, the role of lysosomal Ca2+ signals in pacemaker act...

Applications of ship digital twins in maritime transport: A systematic review

Ship digital twins are increasingly recognised as enabling technologies for intelligent and sustainable maritime transport; however, their large-scale deployment remains constrained by significant technical, operational, and organisational challenges. To address the fragmented na...

Changes in cardiac function before and after hot water immersion and endurance exercise in middle-aged individuals with overweight or obesity

Abstract Purpose We investigated the acute effects of ecologically valid hot water immersion (HWI) and endurance exercise (END) interventions on indices of left (LV) and right ventricular (RV) function in middle-aged individuals with overweight or obesity. Methods Twenty-five (15...

A systematic review of the mental health support experiences of late diagnosed autistic adults in the UK

Purpose This systematic review aims to summarise qualitative evidence on the experiences of late diagnosed autistic adults engaging with mental health support in the UK. Design/methodology/approach Data from 11 studies were analysed using accounts from 206 participants. Findings...

Outcomes of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) represents an escalating public health crisis in Africa, driven by an ongoing epidemiological transition. Unlike in high-income countries, ACS in Africa disproportionately affects a younger, economically active demographic, imposing a severe socioeco...

Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation for coronary heart disease

RATIONALE: Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death globally. CHD mortality rates remain steady in low- and middle-income countries but are declining in high-income countries, meaning more people are living with CHD and need support to manage their symptoms and...

The missed opportunities of the England and Wales police leadership commission

Purpose The Police Leadership Commission was established to provide a framework for the future of policing leadership in England and Wales through a comprehensive review of existing practices which engaged policing professionals and stakeholders. The present paper critically anal...

A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials examining the effect of ultra-processed food on energy intake and weight gain

Ultra-processed food (UPF) may contribute to increased energy intake and weight gain, but evidence synthesis from randomized controlled trials (RCT) is lacking. A pre-registered systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs was conducted comparing UPF with less processed food (LPF)...

Cardiac Electro-structural Remodeling and Arrhythmia Risks Across the Spectrum of Obesity Defined by the New Lancet framework

Abstract Background Obesity is linked to higher arrhythmia risk, yet BMI overlooks its complexity. Recently, the Lancet Commission has introduced a new obesity framework. We aimed to compare arrhythmia risks across distinct obesity categories. Methods Participants from the UK Bio...

Variation in the timing of developmental milestones in Gorilla does not support the ecological risk aversion hypothesis

Abstract Species comparisons of developmental milestones (behavioural and physical markers of neurodevelopment) allow empirical testing of hypotheses of how distinctive life-history characteristics may have evolved. Here, we analysed developmental milestone emergence in Gorilla u...

Galaxy luminosity functions from far-UV to submillimetre at z = 0 in the COLIBRE simulations

Abstract We present predictions from the colibre cosmological hydrodynamical simulations of galaxy formation for the present-day galaxy luminosity functions (LFs) at wavelengths ranging from the far-ultraviolet (FUV) to the submillimetre. The simulations are post-processed with t...

The Implementation of Current UK Guidance for the Treatment of Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Conditions: A Mixed Methods Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis

This review identified an implementation gap between best practice guidance and the provision of care for co-occurring conditions in the UK setting, which needs to be explored across a global context. There were positive examples of strategies to implement the guidance, particula...

Beyond Governance Compliance: Risk Management Committees, Risk Disclosure, and Financial Performance in a Frontier Market

This study is two-fold. First, it examines the impact of risk management committee characteristics on the level of risk information disclosure (financial, non-financial, and total risk disclosure). Second, it investigates the effect of risk disclosure on financial performance mea...

Transitioning from Degraded Peat to Paludiculture: Evidence-Based Roadmap for Research and Practice

Paludiculture, the sustainable productive use of wet and rewetted peat soils, offers a dual solution for preserving soil carbon and reducing greenhouse gas emissions whilst offering a form of income for landowners/farmers. However, establishing best practices for the transition t...

Diffusion-Based Nanostructure and Self-Healing Characterization of Asphalt Binders Using Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Abstract Conventional macroscale and microscale experiments have not fully elucidated the thermodynamical behaviors of asphalt binders’ self-healing, particularly under varying thermal conditions and fracture dimensions, limiting understanding of nanoscale molecular processes. Th...