References

Original Reference: Beckel, J. L. and Fisher, G. G. (2022), ‘Telework and worker health and well-being: A review and recommendations for research and practice’, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol. 19, No. 7, Article 3879.

Brief Summary: Examines health disparities between urban and rural areas. The RAPs should focus on reducing health inequalities through integrated services.

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/19/3/1730/review_report

Original Reference: Banca d’Italia Eurosistema. (2020, May). Relazione annuale - Considerazioni finali del governatore. Blavatnik School of Government. (2020, April 29). Variation in Government Responses to COVID-19 Version 5.0.

Brief Summary: The report highlights economic impacts from 2020, including COVID-19 effects on rural areas. Recommendation: Support local economies by developing robust infrastructure and digitalization in rural regions as a buffer against future economic shocks and strengthening the resilience of rural-urban connections.

URL: Banca d'Italia - Relazione Annuale

Original Reference: European Commission (2021), Study to support the evaluation of the EU Strategic Framework on Health and Safety at Work 2014–2020: Final report, Publications Office of the European Union, Luxembourg.

Brief Summary: This document discusses innovative labor market policies, including the impact of flexible work arrangements and worker protection. RAPs should integrate employment models that support both urban and rural workers. PoliRuralPlus pilots can focus on creating inclusive employment opportunities in rural regions through innovative work policies.

URL: Adaptland document

Original Reference: Glerum, D. R. and Judge, T. A. (2021), ‘Advancing employability: Applying training evaluation to employability development programs’, Career Development International, Vol. 26, No. 3, pp. 363–390.

Brief Summary: Discusses the importance of skills development and training in rural and urban employability. PoliRuralPlus should prioritize skills training programs in RAPs to enhance employability and bridge rural-urban economic gaps.

URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/352029234_Advancing_employability_applying_training_evaluation_to_em

Original Reference: Aguiar-Quintana, T., Nguyen, H., Araujo-Cabrera, Y. and Sanabria-Díaz, J. M. (2021), ‘Do job insecurity, anxiety and depression caused by the COVID-19 pandemic influence hotel employees’ self-rated task performance? The moderating role of employee resilience’, International Journal of Hospitality Management, Vol. 94, Article 102868.

Brief Summary: Investigates AKIS and its role in rural-urban sustainability. Recommends using AKIS frameworks in PoliRuralPlus pilots to promote knowledge exchange and technological advancements across rural and urban sectors for more sustainable practices.

URL: PubMed Article on AKIS

Original Reference: Mugabushaka, A.M., van Eck, N; and Waltman, L. (2021, forthcoming). Funding Covid[1]19 research: Insights from an exploratory analysis using open-data infrastructures.

Brief Summary: Reviews the role of AI in improving regional planning. PoliRuralPlus could leverage AI-driven tools to enhance data collection, optimize land use, and promote smart rural-urban infrastructure.

URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2202.11639

Original Reference: Keim, A. C., Landis, R. S., Pierce, C. A. and Earnest, D. R. (2014), ‘Why do employees worry about their jobs? A meta-analytic review of predictors of job insecurity’, Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, Vol. 19, No. 3, pp. 269–290.

Brief Summary: This article examines psychological effects of urban living. Integrating mental health considerations into regional action plans could help create more livable rural-urban environments.

URL: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2014-15722-001

Original Reference: Haagmans, B. L. et al. An orthopoxvirus-based vaccine reduces virus excretion after MERS-CoV infection in dromedary camels. Science 351, 77–81 (2016).

Brief Summary: Discusses how land use can be optimized for carbon sequestration. PoliRuralPlus should integrate carbon sequestration practices in RAPs to enhance environmental sustainability and climate mitigation in rural-urban areas.

URL: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.aad1283

Original Reference: ETUI (2022a), A case for an EU directive addressing work-related psychological risks: An eastern European perspective, Brussels.

Brief Summary: This publication discusses the need for an EU directive to address work-related psychosocial risks. RAPs should incorporate mental health and well-being strategies for rural workers, who may face unique challenges. PoliRuralPlus pilots can include these strategies to promote healthier workplaces and improve quality of life in rural-urban areas.

URL: https://www.etui.org/publications/case-eu-directive-addressing-work-related-psychological-risks

Original Reference: Jones, K. P., Peddie, C. I., Gilrane, V. L., King, E. B. and Gray, A. L. (2016), ‘Not so subtle: A meta-analytic investigation of the correlates of subtle and overt discrimination’, Journal of Management, Vol. 42, No. 6, pp. 1588–1613.

Brief Summary: This document focuses on civic engagement's role in fostering rural development. Implications: Encouraging local engagement helps integrate rural-urban policies. Recommendations: PoliRuralPlus should enhance rural engagement in decision-making and community-building activities to strengthen connections and ensure rural needs are considered in urban planning.

URL: https://digitalcommons.memphis.edu/facpubs/12026/

Original Reference: Graham, C., Laffan, K. and Pinto, S. (2018), ‘Well-being in metrics and policy’, Science, Vol. 362, No. 6412, pp. 287– 288.

Brief Summary: Focuses on interdisciplinary solutions to address climate impacts on agriculture. PoliRuralPlus RAPs should include climate-adaptive agricultural policies that strengthen the resilience of rural areas while enhancing urban food security.

URL: https://www.science.org/doi/abs/10.1126/science.aau5234

Original Reference: Lazarus, R. S. and Folkman, S. (1984), Stress, appraisal, and coping, Springer Publishing Company, New York. Lim, S. and Lee, A. (2011), ‘Work and nonwork outcomes of workplace incivility: Does family support help?’ Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, Vol. 16, No. 1, pp. 95–111.

Brief Summary: Discusses how cognitive frameworks shape community participation. PoliRuralPlus should consider these cognitive factors when designing engagement strategies for rural-urban stakeholders.

URL: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2011-01470-008

Original Reference: Kinman, G. (2019), ‘Sickness presenteeism at work: Prevalence, costs and management’, British Medical Bulletin, Vol. 129, No. 1, pp. 69–78.

Brief Summary: This document discusses strategies for ensuring environmental sustainability in the context of urban-rural development, focusing on governance and green infrastructure. PoliRuralPlus can incorporate these insights into RAPs to ensure long-term ecological sustainability.

URL: https://uobrep.openrepository.com/handle/10547/623041

Original Reference: Cohen, J. (1988), Statistical power analysis for the behavioural sciences, Routledge, New York. DAK-Gesundheit (2021), Psychreport 2022: Entwicklungen der psychischen erkrankungen im job 2011–2021, Hamburg, Germany.

Brief Summary: This document provides an introduction to statistical power analysis and the importance of effect size in determining the significance of study results. Implications: Policymakers should base decisions on robust statistical evidence, ensuring that rural-urban policies are supported by sound data. Recommendations: Use power analysis when designing pilot studies and evaluations in regional action plans to ensure statistically significant results, especially when assessing interventions affecting rural and urban populations.

URL: Cohen's Power Primer

Original Reference: European Commission. (2020c). European Innovation Scoreboard 2020. Luxembourg: Publications Office of the European Union.

Brief Summary: The EU Recovery Package addresses economic recovery by promoting sustainability, green energy, and digitalization. Implications: This aligns with PoliRuralPlus's goals of fostering sustainable rural-urban synergies. Recommendations: Focus on green economy and digital tools in pilots, particularly in regions like Mallusjoki (Finland) to enhance rural-urban collaboration.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_20_1158

Original Reference: Pulido-Martos, M., Cortés-Denia, D. and Lopez-Zafra, E. (2021), ‘Teleworking in times of COVID-19: Effects on the acquisition of personal resources’, Frontiers in Psychology, Vol. 12, Article 685275.

Brief Summary: Explores how community psychology can foster collaboration between rural and urban areas. Recommendations: RAPs should incorporate psychological insights to strengthen community bonds, enhance participation, and address socio-cultural disparities between rural and urban regions.

URL: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.685275/full

Original Reference: Yao, J., Lim, S., Guo, C. Y., Ou, A. Y. and Ng, J. W. X. (2022), ‘Experienced incivility in the workplace: A meta-analytical review of its construct validity and nomological network’, Journal of Applied Psychology, Vol. 107, No. 2, pp. 193–220.

Brief Summary: Examines the psychological aspects of community resilience. Recommendations: RAPs should prioritize social resilience by fostering strong community networks and supporting mental well-being initiatives, ensuring that rural and urban communities are better prepared for future challenges.

URL: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2021-40424-001

Original Reference: Hobfoll, S. E. (1989), ‘Conservation of resources: A new attempt at conceptualizing stress’, American Psychologist, Vol. 44, No. 3, pp. 513–524.

Brief Summary: This article examines psychological factors in community resilience during transitions in rural-urban settings. Recommendations: Regional action plans should include mental health and community support initiatives to foster resilience in the face of socio-economic changes.

URL: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1989-29399-001

Original Reference: Chung, N. G. and Angeline, T. (2010), ‘Does work engagement mediate the relationship between job resources and job performance of employees?’ African Journal of Business Management, Vol. 4, No. 9, pp. 1837–1843.

Brief Summary: The article discusses the role of corporate governance in fostering economic development in rural regions. Implications: Strong governance is essential for improving rural-urban economic ties, particularly for local enterprises. Recommendations: Strengthen corporate governance practices in rural enterprises through capacity-building initiatives and policy support in regional action plans, ensuring rural businesses are well-equipped to collaborate with urban partners and attract investment.

URL: Corporate Governance in Rural Firms

Original Reference: Cyrus, N. & Ulrich, P. (2020). Das Corona-Virus und die Grenzforschung. https://bordersinmotion-coronablog.com/2020/05/04/das-corona-virusund-die-grenzforschung/ (accessed on: 15 September 2020)

Brief Summary: This blog examines how the COVID-19 pandemic affected border regions, where rural and urban areas often intersect. Implications: Border regions, where rural and urban areas converge, face unique challenges during crises. Recommendations: Address border region issues in regional action plans by improving cross-border cooperation, healthcare access, and crisis response mechanisms. Foster rural-urban partnerships in border regions to enhance resilience, ensure continuity of services, and manage cross-border mobility during emergencies.

URL: Border Studies and COVID-19