bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
TEACHER HEALTH LITERACY: WHY DOES IT MATTER?
Authors: Lamanauskas Vincentas
Published: December 2020

It is obvious, that education is one of the main social factors having influence on health. Health education is most effective at school, because it reaches a man at his most receptive period of life - childhood and adolescence. A demand to live a healthy life is formed not only by family, but also by school. Teachers’ role in health education process is very significant, therefore, their health literacy and health competence are the main components realising health education at school. During the studies at university pre-service teachers in one way or another develop health competence, however hopefully not enough attention is paid to this, and study process poorly contributes to health literacy improvement, health competence formation.
THE IMPACT OF MOBILE TABLET USE ON STUDENTS' PERCEPTION OF LEARNING PROCESSES
Authors: Davidovitch Nitza , Yavich Roman
Published: December 2020

The purpose of the current research was to explore the impact of tablet use for various subjects in Israeli schools on students' perception of learning processes in the cognitive and affective dimensions. For this purpose, 122 ninth and tenth grade students from the Boyar School in Jerusalem completed an online questionnaire. The main hypotheses were that a difference would be found between STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and non-STEM subjects in the weight attributed to the cognitive dimension of tablet use, as well as in the weight attributed to the affective dimension of tablet use. These hypotheses were not confirmed. In contrast, the hypothesis concerning gender differences in the weight attributed to cognitive and affective dimensions was partially confirmed. Males attributed more weight than female adolescents to both the cognitive and affective dimensions of tablet use. A possible explanation of the findings is the male inclination towards STEM subjects that include more cognitive use of learning. In future studies, it is advisable to utilize a larger sample and to thoroughly explore gender differences regarding this topic.
Keywords: STEM, tablet, learning processes, educational pedagogy.
DETERMINATION OF THE CORRELATION BETWEEN NURSES’ ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT AND JOB-RELATED STRESS LEVELS: AN EXAMPLE OF A PUBLIC HOSPITAL
Authors: ULUOCAK KÖSE Tuğba , KARATUZLA Melek , YILDIRIM Aytolan
Published: December 2020

Objective: This research was conducted in order to determine the correlation between the loyalty of nurses in Haydarpaşa Sultan Abdulhamit Han Education and Research Hospital and their job-related stress levels, which is one of the important elements of health service delivery. Method: The sample of this research consisted of military nurses who were transferred from the Turkish Armed Forces to the Ministry of Health in 2016 and 170 nurses who agreed to participate in the research at Haydarpaşa Sultan Abdulhamit Han Education and Research Hospital after the transfer and the full count method was used when calculating the sample. In the research, which was planned to be definitive, the required data was collected using the Job-related Tension Scale and the Organizational Commitment Scale. In the research, the data was collected with face-to-face interviewing method after the participants were informed of the purpose of the research and after their consent was obtained and the participants were interviewed at their convenience. The data obtained was evaluated by establishing a database in SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) 22.0 software. In the evaluation of the data, number, percentage, standard deviation and mean were used as descriptive statistical methods. Findings: According to the groups, 82 (48.2%) of the employees were previously employed at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy (GATA) and 88 (51.8%) were employees of the Ministry of Health. According to regression analysis, the total change in job-related stress level is explained by 14.9% organizational commitment total. In correlation analyses, negative correlation was found between job-related stress and emotional commitment, continuance commitment, and normative commitment. Employees who previously worked at GATA reported a significant decrease in the total value of organizational commitment relative to the total GATA value of organizational commitment. Job-related stress levels, on the other hand, showed a significant increase in employees who previously worked at GATA. Conclusion: According to the research findings, it is observed that organizational commitment tends to decrease in employees who previously worked at GATA, that there is a significant increase in job-related stress levels, and that the job-related stress of employees in GATA is high and significant. Key Words: Job-related stress, organization, organizational commitment.
DETERMINING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PRESENTEEISM AND ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT IN NURSING
Authors: ŞAHAN Seda , YILDIZ Ayşegül
Published: December 2020

Objectives: High rates of presenteeism among the nurses decreases their performances, increases the patient safety risks, and causes negative results in healthcare institutions. Presenteeism is affected by individual and organizational factors. The study was carried out to determine the presenteeism situation of nurses and their relationship with perceived organizational support. Methods: The research was carried out at a hospital in Kayseri/Turkey. The hospital has 372 nurses work there. Research population and sample the population of the research consisted of all the nurses working in the hospital (N=372). Thus, the research was conducted on 330 nurses. The research was carried out between September 2019 and November 2019. In the study, the data were collected by using the information form which was prepared by the researcher, the presenteeism scale and the perceived organizational support scale. Results: The total mean score of the participants’ presenteeism is 23.64 ± 2.56. The lowest possible score which was obtained from the scale is 11 and the highest is 28. When the average of the perceived organizational support scale is examined; the average of the score was medium and the average score was 122.76 ± 8.53. It was determined that there was a significant relationship between the absence of attention-distraction, which is the sub-dimension of presenteeism scale, and the total score of perceived organizational support (p 0.05). Conclusion: The high rate of presenteeism in nurses, decrease in work efficiency and job satisfaction, causes absenteeism. These study suggest that measures should be taken by institutions to prevent and avoid negative situations which are caused by presenteeism.
APPLICATION AND BELIEF OF BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION (BSE) IN BREAST CANCER IN FEMALE STUDYING IN SCIENCE AND SOCIAL SCIENCES: THE CASE OF TURKEY
Authors: SÖGÜT Seda , CANGÖL Eda
Published: December 2020

Abstract: In Turkey, women, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer with 25%. Early diagnosis of breast cancer facilitates treatment and prolongs patient life. BSE which performed at regular intervals and accurately is a simple, economic method that protects the privacy of women in the early diagnosis of breast cancer. The aim of this study was to investigate the beliefs and practice of breast cancer and BSE in women studying outside the health field. Descriptive research was used to comment for the beliefs and practice of breast cancer and BSE in 600 women studying in science and social sciences of a University. Descriptive characteristics, breast cancer and breast self-examination were used to collect data and the Champion Health Belief Model Scale (CHBMS) was used. The difference between the mean CSIMS scores of students with and without BSE was evaluated statistically.The participants was found that 15.2% (n = 91) of students applied BSE regularly every month. 17.5% of participants indicated not be a sign of breast cancer. In the early diagnosis of breast cancer, 54% of participants were indicated can used BSE. Moreover, 49.8% of the participants noted that they did not get any information about BSE before. The difference between participants who applied and did not apply BSE was statistically significant the total scale means (P=0.007). It was concluded that female students studying in science and social sciences had insufficient knowledge about breast cancer and BSE early diagnosis, symptoms, and physician examination.Peer education programs are recommended. Keywords :Student, breast cancer, breast self examination (BSE), health, beliefs.
The Implementation of Money Grant Program to Customary Villages and Community Groups From Good Governance Perspective: Case Study in Badung Regency
Authors: Wiratma I Nyoman Adi , Gorda A.A.N. Oka Suryadinatha
Published: December 2020

This study determined the implementation of money grants provision to customary villages and community groups, as well as strategies for realizing good governance in Badung Regency. A qualitative approach was used in data collection, utilizing documentation and interviews with 15 informants. The results show that the implementation of grants has met good governance, though some areas need improvement. The good governance principle not optimally implemented is transparency, while participation and accountability have been well executed. However, efficiency and effectiveness are still economically down. This is because there are no sustainable economic benefits. Some of the grants are used for physical development, such as temples or village halls without sustainable economic benefits. Strategies have been put in place by the Badung Regency Government to realize good governance in providing grant money. This include improving quality and strengthening regulations in grant money administration. Furthermore, transparency is increased by utilizing information technology communication. This is accomplished through website and electronic grant applications. Also, accountability is enhanced to strengthen the internal capacity of grant managers. The Badung Regency Government increases community participation from planning, implementation, administration evaluation, and monitoring.
Ecological Validity of Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR) Techniques for the Perception of Urban Sound Environments
Authors: Xu Chunyang , Oberman Tin , Aletta Francesco , Tong Huan , Kang Jian
Published: December 2020

Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR) is a simulated technology used to deliver multisensory information to people under different environmental conditions. When IVR is generally applied in urban planning and soundscape research, it reveals attractive possibilities for the assessment of urban sound environments with higher immersion for human participation. In virtual sound environments, various topics and measures are designed to collect subjective responses from participants under simulated laboratory conditions. Soundscape or noise assessment studies during virtual experiences adopt an evaluation approach similar to in situ methods. This paper aims to review the approaches that are utilized to assess the ecological validity of IVR for the perception of urban sound environments and the necessary technologies during audio–visual reproduction to establish a dynamic IVR experience that ensures ecological validity. The review shows that, through the use of laboratory tests including subjective response surveys, cognitive performance tests and physiological responses, the ecological validity of IVR can be assessed for the perception of urban sound environments. The reproduction system with head-tracking functions synchronizing spatial audio and visual stimuli (e.g., head-mounted displays (HMDs) with first-order Ambisonics (FOA)-tracked binaural playback) represents the prevailing trend to achieve high ecological validity. These studies potentially contribute to the outcomes of a normalized evaluation framework for subjective soundscape and noise assessments in virtual environments.
Spinal Deformities and Advancement in Corrective Orthoses
Authors: Ali Athar , Fontanari Vigilio , Fontana Marco , Schmölz Werner
Published: December 2020

Spinal deformity is an abnormality in the spinal curves and can seriously affect the activities of daily life. The conventional way to treat spinal deformities, such as scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis, is to use spinal orthoses (braces). Braces have been used for centuries to apply corrective forces to the spine to treat spinal deformities or to stabilize the spine during postoperative rehabilitation. Braces have not modernized with advancements in technology, and very few braces are equipped with smart sensory design and active actuation. There is a need to enable the orthotists, ergonomics practitioners, and developers to incorporate new technologies into the passive field of bracing. This article presents a review of the conventional passive braces and highlights the advancements in spinal orthoses in terms of improved sensory designs, active actuation mechanisms, and new construction methods (CAD/CAM, three-dimensional (3D) printing). This review includes 26 spinal orthoses, comprised of passive rigid/soft braces, active dynamics braces, and torso training devices for the rehabilitation of the spine.
Consequences of Low Sleep Duration in Anthropometric and Body Composition Parameters of Chilean Preschoolers
Authors: Alvarez Cristian , Paredes-Arévalo Lorena , Obando Isabel , Leal Marlys , Avila Yennifer , Sadarangani Kabir P. , Delgado-Floody Pedro , Alonso-Martínez Alicia M. , Izquierdo Mikel
Published: December 2020

Reduced sleep duration in schoolchildren has been associated with poor health outcomes at the scholar level; however, there is little information on the effects of sleep loss on Chilean preschoolers. The aim of this study was to describe and compare cardiometabolic outcomes according with the sleep duration in Chilean preschoolers. A second aim was to identify potential risk outcomes (i.e., in odds ratios) for suffering anthropometric and body composition alterations related with participants’ sleep duration. A total of 99 (n = 54 boys; n = 45 girls) preschoolers (mean age (95% CI) 3.1 (2.7, 3.4 years), mean weight 16.1 (15.5, 16.6 kg)) were included in this study. Sleep duration was assessed using standardized questionnaires with the parents. Socio-demographic parents’ information, as well as anthropometric, nutritional, and handgrip strength outcomes in preschoolers were distributed by tertiles (T1; < 10 h, T2; 10 to < 11 h, and T3; ≥ 11 h) of sleep time. Children in the lowest tertile of sleep duration had significantly higher body mass indices (p = 0.036), weight-for-height Z-scores (p < 0.0001), waist–hip ratios (p = 0.041), and body fat in percent (p = 0.035) and kg (p = 0.044) compared to those in the top tertile. Low sleep duration was associated with significantly greater risks of overweight/obesity (OR 1.3 (0.9, 1.8)), low height (OR 1.2 (0.8, 1.6)), and increased BMI (OR 1.5 (0.4, 1.4)), but not with reductions in grip strength. Chilean preschoolers with low sleep duration showed higher cardiometabolic markers (anthropometric/body composition) and were more likely to be classified as obese than youth with longer sleep duration.
Adsorption of Equimolar Mixtures of Cationic and Anionic Surfactants at the Water/Hexane Interface
Authors: Mucic Nenad , Skrbic Jelena , Bucko Sandra , Petrovic Lidija , Katona Jaroslav , Fainerman Valentin B. , Aksenenko Eugene V. , Schneck Emanuel , Miller Reinhard
Published: December 2020

In mixed solutions of anionic and cationic surfactants, called catanionics, ion pairs are formed which behave like non-ionic surfactants with a much higher surface activity than the single components. In equimolar mixtures of NaCnSO4 and CmTAB, all surface-active ions are paired. For mixtures with n + m = const, the interfacial properties are rather similar. Catanionics containing one long-chain surfactant and one surfactant with medium chain length exhibit a strong increase in surface activity as compared with the single compounds. In contrast, catanionics of one medium- and one short chain surfactant have a surface activity similar to that of the medium-chain surfactant alone. Both the Frumkin model and the reorientation model describe the experimental equilibrium data equally well, while the adsorption kinetics of the mixed medium- and short-chain surfactants can be well described only with the reorientation model.
The Efficacy of Injections for Partial Rotator Cuff Tears: A Systematic Review
Authors: Giovannetti de Sanctis Edoardo , Franceschetti Edoardo , De Dona Ferdinando , Palumbo Alessio , Paciotti Michele , Franceschi Francesco
Published: December 2020

(1) Background: Even though rotator cuff tears are the most frequent tendon injuries in adults, the effectiveness of conservatively treated partial-thickness tears still remains a matter of debate. The purpose of this review is to compare corticosteroid injections to other drugs in the treatment of partial rotator cuff tears, focusing on the effectiveness of this therapeutic modality in terms of pain and shoulder functionality. (2) Methods: A systematic electronic search was performed using the PubMed (MEDLINE), EMBASE and Cochrane Library databases. All studies comparing the use of corticosteroids and other infiltrative techniques in the treatment of partial lesions (excluding studies that considered subacromial impingement as inclusion criteria) were pooled, data were extracted and statistically analyzed. (3) Results: Nine studies were included in this systematic review. Those studies, composed by a total of 494 shoulders treated, have been published from 1985 to 2019. All compared techniques have shown a significant improvement over baseline condition. PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) injections have been shown to be significantly more effective in both functional and pain control only in the long term. (4) Conclusions: None of the techniques prevail indisputably on the others. Anyway, the treatment of partial rotator cuff tears with PRP injections seems to lead to significantly better outcomes in terms of pain and shoulder function in long term follow up. Whereas in short and medium term follow up, PRP injections was superior only in terms of shoulder function. The small number of studies on prolotherapy did not enable us to provide an opinion on the outcomes of this technique.
Extended VIKOR-QUALIFLEX Method Based on Trapezoidal Fuzzy Two-Dimensional Linguistic Information for Multiple Attribute Decision-Making with Unknown Attribute Weight
Authors: Li Ye , Liu Yisheng
Published: December 2020

Considering the advantages of trapezoid fuzzy two-dimensional linguistic variables (TrF2DLVs), which can not only accurately describe the qualitative evaluation but also use qualitative linguistic variables (LVs) to describe the confidence level of this evaluation in the second dimension, this paper proposes a novel method based on trapezoidal fuzzy two-dimensional linguistic information to solve multiple attribute decision-making (MADM) problems with unknown attribute weight. First, a combination weight model is constructed, which covers a subjective weight determination model based on the proposed trapezoidal fuzzy two-dimensional linguistic best-worst method (TrF2DL-BWM) and an objective weight determination model based on the proposed CRITIC method. Then, in order to accurately rank the alternatives, an extended VIKOR-QUALIFLEX method is proposed, which can measure the concordance index of each ranking combination by means of group utility and individual maximum regret value of each evaluation alternative. Finally, a practical problem of lean management assessment for industrial residential projects is solved by the proposed method, and the effectiveness and advantages of the method are demonstrated by comparative analysis and discussion.
A Tip–Tilt and Piston Detection Approach for Segmented Telescopes
Authors: Qin Shun , Chan Wai Kin
Published: December 2020

Accurate segmented mirror wavefront sensing and control is essential for next-generation large aperture telescope system design. In this paper, a direct tip–tilt and piston error detection technique based on model-based phase retrieval with multiple defocused images is proposed for segmented mirror wavefront sensing. In our technique, the tip–tilt and piston error are represented by a basis consisting of three basic plane functions with respect to the x, y, and z axis so that they can be parameterized by the coefficients of these bases; the coefficients then are solved by a non-linear optimization method with the defocus multi-images. Simulation results show that the proposed technique is capable of measuring high dynamic range wavefront error reaching 7λ, while resulting in high detection accuracy. The algorithm is demonstrated as robust to noise by introducing phase parameterization. In comparison, the proposed tip–tilt and piston error detection approach is much easier to implement than many existing methods, which usually introduce extra sensors and devices, as it is a technique based on multiple images. These characteristics make it promising for the application of wavefront sensing and control in next-generation large aperture telescopes.
Deep Learning Based Evaluation of Spermatozoid Motility for Artificial Insemination
Authors: Valiuškaitė Viktorija , Raudonis Vidas , Maskeliūnas Rytis , Damaševičius Robertas , Krilavičius Tomas
Published: December 2020

We propose a deep learning method based on the Region Based Convolutional Neural Networks (R-CNN) architecture for the evaluation of sperm head motility in human semen videos. The neural network performs the segmentation of sperm heads, while the proposed central coordinate tracking algorithm allows us to calculate the movement speed of sperm heads. We have achieved 91.77% (95% CI, 91.11–92.43%) accuracy of sperm head detection on the VISEM (A Multimodal Video Dataset of Human Spermatozoa) sperm sample video dataset. The mean absolute error (MAE) of sperm head vitality prediction was 2.92 (95% CI, 2.46–3.37), while the Pearson correlation between actual and predicted sperm head vitality was 0.969. The results of the experiments presented below will show the applicability of the proposed method to be used in automated artificial insemination workflow.
From Neurons to Cognition: Technologies for Precise Recording of Neural Activity Underlying Behavior
Authors: Roth Richard H. , Ding Jun B.
Published: December 2020

Understanding how brain activity encodes information and controls behavior is a long-standing question in neuroscience. This complex problem requires converging efforts from neuroscience and engineering, including technological solutions to perform high-precision and large-scale recordings of neuronal activity
in vivo
as well as unbiased methods to reliably measure and quantify behavior. Thanks to advances in genetics, molecular biology, engineering, and neuroscience, in recent decades, a variety of optical imaging and electrophysiological approaches for recording neuronal activity in awake animals have been developed and widely applied in the field. Moreover, sophisticated computer vision and machine learning algorithms have been developed to analyze animal behavior. In this review, we provide an overview of the current state of technology for neuronal recordings with a focus on optical and electrophysiological methods in rodents. In addition, we discuss areas that future technological development will need to cover in order to further our understanding of the neural activity underlying behavior.
Styles of coping with stress presented by female and male students of Physical Education during the pandemic
Authors: Samełko Aleksandra , M Szczypińska , M Guszkowska
Published: December 2020

The aim of the study was to determine the intensity of coping strategies used by students of Physical Education during a pandemic. Women and men were compared in terms of strategies considered positive and negative. The study used the psychological tool: Inventory for the Measurement of Coping with Stress. The participants were students of Physical Education (aged 25.69 ± 5.908); 26 women, 28 men. Results: the examined women show a higher intensity of both positive and negative coping strategies. The most common strategy among students is positive re-evaluation. Conclusions: The surveyed students experiencing difficult situations choose rather positive than negative strategies of coping with the problem. Women showing a higher level of coping strategies may be more aware of a difficult situation or experience a pandemic more intensely in relation to men.
Palmar Bölgede Nervus Ulnaris ve Nervus Medianus Arasındaki “Ramus Communicans Cum Nervo Ulnari”
Authors: BABACAN Serdar , DENİZ Mustafa
Published: December 2020

Anatomi kitaplarında n. medianus ve n. ulnaris’in elin palmar bölgesindeki dağılımı radial taraf 3,5 ve ulnar taraf 1,5 parmak (sırasıyla) olacak şekilde tanımlanmıştır. Berrettini, 1741 yılında elin palmar bölgesinde n. medianus ve n. ulnaris arasında bir bağlantı tanımlamıştır. Bu bağlantı “Berrettini anastomozu” olarak literatürde yer almıştır. Elin palmar bölgesindeki bu sinirlerin bağlantısı Terminologia Anatomica’da “ramus communicans cum nervo ulnari” olarak isimlendirilmiştir. Ancak, temel anatomi kitaplarında bu bağlantıya ve detaylarına yer verilmemiştir. 64 yaşındaki erkek kadavranın sağ elinin rutin diseksiyonu esnasında n. ulnaris ile n. medianus arasında bir bağlantı olduğu gözlendi. Bu sinirlere ait dalların dağılımı takip edildi. N. ulnaris’in 1,5; n. medianus’un 2,5 ve n. ulnaris ile n. medianus kökenli ortak dalın dördüncü ve üçüncü parmaklarının yarısına dağıldığı tek taraflı olarak tespit edildi. Sol elde bu bağlantıya rastlanmadı.Literatürde n. ulnaris ve n. medianus kökenli bu sinirin frekansı %4 ile %94 arasında olduğu belirtilmiştir. Tagil ve ark.’nın çalışmasında bu bağlantının Türk popülasyonundaki oranı %60 olarak bulunmuştur. Bu varyasyonun toplumda bulunma sıklığına bağlı olarak bazı yazarlar, elin palmar bölgesinde n. medianus ve n. ulnaris’in dağılımında bu bağlantının normal bir dağılım paterni olarak yer almasını talep etmektedir.Anahtar kelimeler: Nervus medianus, Nervus ulnaris, Palmar bölge, Berrettini anastomozu
The trade and economic cooperation between Ukraine and Canada in the context of the free trade agreement
Authors: Kryvenko Nadiia
Published: December 2020

Introduction. Deepening of trade and economic cooperation between the countries remains one of driving forces for their economic development, especially in the context of globalization. Thus, developed countries are the largest exporters and importers in the world market, and special attention is paid to the sale of finished products. The conclusion of regional trade agreements between countries promote development of trade , as trade policy is one of the main issues in them, they take into account the degree of processing of products, the terms of liberalization, quotas and others. Ukraine is also trying to diversifу export and increase its volume as a result of the conclusion of Free Trade Agreements, in particular with Canada.Purpose. Explore the trade and economic relations between Ukraine and Canada, taking into account the Free Trade Agreement and determine the complementarity of relations of countries.Methods. The methods of theoretical generalization, analysis, economic-mathematical modeling, comparison and etc. were used in the work.Results. The artticle emphasizes growth of RTA in the world between countries of different continents and levels of economic development, in particular for example Ukraine and Canada. The development of cooperation between these countries through the study of legal documents concluded by them and the dynamics of bilateral trade is considered. The conclusion of RTA by Canada and Ukraine with a number of other countries is noted, with the selection of the most influential ones, in particular NAFTA and USMCA. The commodity diversification of Canada’s exports and imports, bilateral trade with Ukraine are analyzed, and its increase is observed both in general and in the last years after the conclusion of the Agreement, trade in agrarian products is highlighted.The resulting indicators of trade development between the countries were also calculated, the level of complementarity of the commodity structure of foreign trade of Ukraine and Canada was determined, which indicates the prospects for the development of cooperation between them. The issues of liberalization in the context of the concluded Free Trade Agreement, export requirements are considered, the possible consequences for Ukraine as a result of the concluded Agreement and measures to promote the deepening of trade are presented.Discussion. In the future, we should focus on the research of trade of individual sectors of the economy, commodity diversification of exports and ways of its deepening, the competitiveness of products, increase total export of Canada and Ukraine.
Concept of energy service market enterprices’ development
Authors: Brych Bohdan
Published: December 2020

Introduction. In the process of economic development, the importance of the energy saving segment for the socio-economic development of Ukraine is to reduce energy and environmental impact. As a result, the role of energy services for the fuel and energy sector is growing. In world practice, the energy service mechanism is one of the most effective measures for energy conservation and optimization of energy consumption of companies and housing and communal services. Accordingly, the financing of energy saving measures on the basis of energy service for domestic enterprises is the area of development that solves important problems in reducing the company’s costs for the energy component of their operation.Methods. The methodological basis of the research is the general scientific and economic-statistical methods: in particular: analysis, synthesis, generalization, schematic and graphical visualization - to formation of conceptual foundations for the development of the energy service market; induction, deduction, dialectical analysis, schematic and graphical visualization - to determine the structure and features of energy consumption, components of the concept of energy service market development.Results. The article is investigated the measures for ensure energy efficiency in the fuel and energy complex of Ukraine. Industrial enterprises for the production use large amounts of energy resources (electricity, heat). One of the problems in strengthening the energy saving of enterprises is the use of old energy equipment. As a result, the importance of developing cooperation between industrial enterprises and energy service companies is growing. The development of the energy service market in Ukraine will contribute to the growth of the number of market participants and the range of energy services; formation of   the mechanism of financial and credit support of energy service development; creation of national energy efficiency standards for certain sectors of the economy; creation of    a national energy saving strategy based on energy service; wide involvement of local governments in energy service activities. The article is proposed the concept of developing the energy service market. The concept is based on the definition of its components: necessity, opportunities and effectiveness. The main drivers of the concept and directions of its implementation are described. It is proved that a single concept of developing the energy service market will provide a clear strategy for increasing the economic potential of the industry and the profitability of other sectors of the economy.Discussion. The prospect of further research is to form at the level of public administration a clear and effective strategy for energy efficiency of the country’s economy.
Definition of the concept of “material and technical resources” and their relationship with other resources in construction
Authors: Gumenna-Derii Mariia
Published: December 2020

Introduction. This article makes a null hypothesis about the impossibility of the existence of material and technical resources as an independent object of study, because these resources cann’t be profitable or social effective without other resources. It is clear that material and technical resources become productive when interacting with financial, informational, innovative, time and other types of resources. The emergence of alternative energy sources, constant change of laws, improvement of construction technology, constant struggle for resources, changing financial vectors place new demands on the material and technical resources of construction and require new approaches to accounting and control.The purpose of the study is to formulate a definition of «material and technical resources» and identify their relationship with other resources in construction.Research methods. In the article has been used general scientific and specific research methods, in particular: comparison – to study of theoretical research of the conceptual and categorical apparatus of material and technical resources, and also assets and resources; graphic - to study the amount of capital investment in housing; analysis and synthesis - to identify ways of interaction of material and technical and other types of resources.Results of the research. In the study detected differences in the definition of«resources» and «assets». It is recognized that the concept of «resources» is broader than – «assets», which allows to distinguish these two definitions for future analysis of their components. Based on the analysis of the concepts of «material» and «technical» resources, the author’s definition of «material and technical resources» is formulated. To existing definitions is added that material and technical resources are one of the main elements of entrepreneurial potential, and also that their use brings not only profit, but also social effect, especially in construction. In addition, the relationship between logistics and other resources has been disclosed. The null hypothesis has been proved, it’s about material and technical resources which are not effective without connections with other resources, and their potential is assessed under the condition of interaction with financial, informational, organizational and time resources.Perspectives. In future studies, it’s advisable to disclose the genesis of material and technical resources; identify the main problems of their formation and efficiency of use; to assess the dynamics and trends of the behavior of analytical indicators and make appropriate proposals; develop a model of the relationship of material, technical and financial resources in accounting and control etc.
Evaluation of Nutritional Composition of Defatted Coconut Flour Incorporated Biscuits
Authors: Pathirana H. P. D. T. Hewa , Lakdusinghe W. M. K. , Yalegama L. L. W. C. , Chandrapeli C. A. T. D. , Madusanka J. A .D.
Published: December 2020

Defatted coconut kernel is the major by-product of the dry method of virgin coconut oil (VCO) processing which includes high fiber content. It is ground into a fine powder, has a high potential to use as a composite matrix for baked food items with wheat flour. The aim of this research is to compare nutritional characteristics of defatted coconut flour incorporated biscuits (CF), desiccated coconut incorporated commercial biscuits (DC) and wheat flour-based commercial biscuits (WF) using white bread (WB) as a reference. Proximate composition (moisture, ash, crude fat, crude protein, crude fiber and carbohydrate), Hydrolysis Index (HI) and Predicted Glycemic Index (PGI) of samples were performed through standard in-vitro analysis methods. Results of the proximate analysis revealed that moisture (36.67±0.16 %) and protein (13.35±1.17 %) content of bread were significantly (p<0.05) higher while fat, fiber and ash content of CF incorporated biscuits were significantly (p<0.05) higher with the values of 26.67±1.87 %, 3.53±0.10 % and 4.70±2.61 % respectively. Free sugar glucose content (FSG) of WF was observed the highest significant (p<0.05) value of 5.88±1.03 % while the highest amount of rapidly available glucose (RAG) (81.45±5.27 %), slowly available glucose (SAG) (59.81±7.58 %), total glucose (TG) (99.16±5.56 %) were observed in reference food of bread. The PGI of three biscuit types belonging to the medium glycemic food with the values of 60.84, 64.53 and 62.90 respectively for CF, DC and WF treatments.
Existence of three weak solutions for fourth-order elastic beam equations on the whole space
Authors: Tavani M. R. H.
Published: December 2020

UDC 517.9
Multiplicity results for a perturbed fourth-order problem on the real line with a perturbed nonlinear term depending on one real parameter is investigated. Our approach is based on variational methods and critical point theory which are obtained in [G. Bonanno, A critical point theorem via the Ekeland variational principle, Nonlinear Anal., 75, 2992-3007 (2012)].
The internal reconstruction of Bena-Yungur consonants and tone patterns
Authors: Idiatov Dmitry , van de Velde Mark
Published: December 2020

This paper provides proposals for the internal reconstruction of Bena-Yungur [Glottocode: bena1260]. The present-day three-tone system of Bena-Yungur with an opposition between H, M and L must result from a relatively recent process of tonogenesis in which L tones were reinterpreted as M whenever they were not realised extra low due to a preceding voiced stop that acted as a depressor consonant. Although subsequent changes have somewhat blurred the correlation between tones and segments, this correlation still proves highly relevant for the internal reconstruction of the laryngeal settings of stem-initial consonants. We also show that the contemporary Bena-Yungur lexical tone patterns are the result of the neutralisation of a higher number of previously existing patterns due to the application of tone rules. The former distinctions between different tone patterns are still observable in the genitive construction for nouns and in positive perfective forms and product nominalisations for verbs. This allows us to reconstruct the original tone patterns of nouns and verbs, as well as aspects of the genitive construction and perfective verb forms. Remarkably, the tonal reconstruction makes it clear that the direction of tonal interactions must have shifted from anticipatory to perseveratory in the history of Bena-Yungur.
FORMATION OF CROSS-CULTURAL COMPETENCE OF A MODERN FURNITURE PRODUCTION MANAGER
Authors: Kireeva M. S.
Published: December 2020

В данной статье подробно рассматривается необходимость развития кросс-культурной компетенции сотрудников современной организации. В глобализирующемся и интегрирующемся мировом пространстве наличие данной компетенции определяет лидерство, за счет возможности сотрудничества и переговоров на международном уровне. Раскрывается суть понятия «кросс-культурный менеджер». Отмечается сложность и трудоемкость процесса развития необходимых социокультурных компетенций кросс-культурного менеджера. Проведен анализ основных стратегий по формированию кросс-культурной адаптации менеджеров. К основным программам по управлению кросс-культурной адаптацией менеджера нового поколения можно выделить: программы по обучению общению и ведению переговоров с представителями других стран; программы для студентов, специализирующихся в области интернациональных коммерческих отношений; программы для сотрудников, работающих в зарубежных филиалах и осуществляющих управление иностранными коллективами; программы для менеджеров-экспатриантов.
BUILDING THE GREEN ECONOMY MODEL AS A DIRECTION FOR THE TRANSITION TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Poshentseva Yu.S. , Klevtsova M. G.
Published: December 2020

В результате необходимости осуществления радикальных изменений в экономике и экономической политике, вызванных ухудшающимся состоянием окружающей среды, мировым экономическим кризисом, в качестве нового подхода в решении этих задач рассматривается достижение устойчивого равновесия между экономической, социальной и экологической системами путем экологизации экономики. Развитие данного направления невозможно без реализации мер государственной поддержки, развития природоохранного законодательства, контроля за соблюдением экологических норм, что требует разработки и реализации специальной государственной политики. В исследовании на основе комплексного анализа зарубежных и отечественных походов проведена систематизация основных макроиндикаторов измерения уровня развития «зеленой» экономики. Проанализирована динамика индекса экологической эффективности стран мира, позволяющая определить основные тренды экологического развития. Комплексная оценка социо-эколого-экономического развития стран позволяет выделить приоритетные направления и инструменты государственной политик по формированию эффективной модели перехода к «зеленой» экономике
DEVELOPMENT OF A STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR A FORESTRY ENTERPRISE
Authors: Panyavina E. A. , Startseva A. M.
Published: December 2020

разработка программ стратегического развития лесопромышленных предприятий определена современными условиями хозяйствования, характеризующимися нестабильной политической и экономической ситуацией, условиями пандемии и социальной напряженностью. Данное положение определяет необходимость выявления новых способов повышения эффективности деятельности предприятий и их документального закрепления. Определено место программно-целевого управления в разработке программы стратегического развития. В исследовании с помощью применения методов сравнения, сопоставления, наблюдения был проведен анализ финансово-хозяйственной деятельности предприятия. С помощью SWOT-анализа проведена оценка внешней и внутренней среды малого лесопромышленного предприятия, составлена развернутая форма матрицы, отражающая предложения по дальнейшему развитию деятельности предприятия. Проведенный анализ деятельности малого лесопромышленного предприятия показал наличие потенциала для развития и укрепления позиций на рынке. Для исследуемого предприятия была составлена модель разработки программы стратегического развития на основе программно-целевых методов управления, разработана программа стратегического развития малого лесопромышленного предприятия, которая позволит повысить эффективность его деятельности.
EXPORT POTENTIAL OF THE FOREST INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX: FACTORS AND CONDITIONS OF FORMATION
Authors: Charochkina E. Y. , Timofeeva Y. A.
Published: December 2020

На современном этапе развития мировой экономической конъюнктуры, преобладающую роль начинает играть способность страны к созданию условий и факторов экономического развития, в том числе условий в части формирования экспортного потенциала. Способность национальной лесопромышленной отрасли производить конкурентоспособную продукцию и экспортировать ее на мировом рынке выступает важной составляющей стабильного роста экономики. Ситуация с развитием экспортного потенциала лесопромышленного комплекса остается неудовлетворительной в связи со слабой диверсификации ее направлений, недостаточным уровнем формирования сырьевой базы. На основе статистических данных дана оценка сложившейся ситуации в формировании экспортного потенциала лесопромышленного комплекса, приоритетных направлений его развития, определены проблемы, влияющие на его эффективность. Обозначены перспективные направления для дальнейшего использования преимуществ национального лесного хозяйства, расширения экспортного потенциала, с целью повышения эффективности национальной экономики, укрепления внутренней и внешней стабильности и конкурентоспособности страны на мировом рынке.
INSURANCE PROTECTION OF THE TIMBER INDUSTRY: STATE, PROBLEMS, PROSPECTS
Authors: Zaretskaya V. G. , Mokhov I. A.
Published: December 2020

Представлены проблемы использования страховых инструментов защиты лесопромышленного комплекса. В условиях стремительно меняющегося климата и увеличивающегося количества лесных пожаров вопросы страхования лесов носят принципиально важный характер. Мировой опыт красноречиво свидетельствует о пользе этого социально-экономического инструмента. При этом важнейшим вопросом является оценка страховой стоимости леса. В качестве возможного варианта оценки страховой стоимости леса поддерживается мнение Национального союза агростраховщиков использовать восстановительную стоимость. В статье подчеркивается необходимость выработки оптимальной модели российского рынка страхования лесов. Авторы рассматривают страховую защиту лесопромышленного комплекса как проблему, имеющую важную социальную направленность. Использование инструмента страховой защиты позволило бы существенно снизить нагрузку на бюджет, которая объективно увеличивается в связи с необходимостью тушения масштабных лесных пожаров. Наличие полиса страхования лесов рассматривается обязательным условием для арендаторов. Говорится о необходимости разработки условий страхования лесов для арендаторов лесных участков. Отмечена важность наличия перестраховочных механизмов для решения задачи страхования лесопромышленного комплекса от пожаров
SPECIFICS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY IN THE SMALL FOREST REGIONS OF RUSSIA
Authors: Kolesnichenko E. A. , Sokolinskaya Yu. M.
Published: December 2020

в статье уточнено содержание понятия «национальная безопасность регионов России» применительно к малолесным территориям, определены структурные элементы стратегии ее обеспечения. Автором изучен алгоритм разработки и реализации стратегии национальной безопасности малолесного региона на предмет выявления в нем «узких» мест и разработки мер для его дальнейшей корректировки. Систематизированы факторы регионального уровня воздействия и имеющиеся ограничения для реализации стратегии национальной безопасности малолесных регионов России. На основе выявленных особенностей развития региона определен вектор совершенствования процесса реализации стратегии национальной безопасности малолесного региона с учетом территориальной специфики. Сформирован комплекс мер институционального характера для повышения эффективности реализации стратегии национальной безопасности на уровне региона применительно с специфике малолесных территорий
INCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF THE EXECUTIVE BODIES OF STATE AUTHORITIES OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION IN THE FIELD OF FORESTRY
Authors: Baranova V. V. , Panyavina E. A.
Published: December 2020

переход к применению методик проектного и программного подхода в деятельности региональных органов исполнительной власти определен необходимостью выявления выявлении новых способов повышения эффективности деятельности исполнительных органов государственной власти субъектов РФ в сфере лесного хозяйства. При современном состоянии российской экономики, обусловленном неблагоприятными процессами в политической и экономической сфере, важным условием для устойчивого развития является повышение эффективности деятельности исполнительных органов государственной власти субъектов Российской Федерации. В исследовании с помощью применения методов сравнения, сопоставления, наблюдения была дана характеристика состояния и развития деятельности Управления лесного хозяйства Воронежской области. Установлено, что Управления лесного хозяйства Воронежской области участвует в федеральных и региональных проектах и программах. При проведенном анализе государственной программы Воронежской области «Развитие лесного хозяйства» было выявлено, что ее показатели не были учтены при формировании показателей оценки эффективности деятельности Управления лесного хозяйства Воронежской области. С учетом возможностей правового, управленческо-административного подходов были определены направления повышения эффективности деятельности Управления лесного хозяйства Воронежской области, основанные на совершенствовании системы управления проектами и программами.