bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Complete Mitochondrial Genome of Chlorella sp. isolated from Lake Baikal
Authors: Panova Yu.A. ,   Siberian Federal University, Akademgorodok, 13a, Krasnoyarsk, 660036, Russia,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Chernogor L.I. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Belikov S.I. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia
Published: November 2024

We report here the mitochondrial genome sequence of Lake Baikal green alga extracted from complete genome of Chlorella sp. strain BAC9706. Sequenced mitochondrial genome of strain BAC9706 has 90.8-kbp containing including 34 protein-coding genes. Phylogenetic analysis using the mitochondrial genomes of algae of Chlorellales order indicated that the strain BAC9706 belongs C. vulgaris clade and is Baikal ecotype of C. vulgaris.
First reports on the genetic diversity and phylogenetic relationships of bathynellids (Malacostraca: Bathynellidae) from Lake Baikal
Authors: Peretolchina T.E. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Naumova T.V. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia, Sitnikova T.Ya. ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ulan-Batorskaya Str., 3, Irkutsk, 664033, Russia
Published: November 2024

Within the fauna of Lake Baikal, two species of bathynellids are known: Bathynella baicalensis Bazikalova, 1954 and Baicalobathynella magna (Bazikalova, 1954), both originally described from the southern basin of the lake. The authors’ findings indicate that bathynellids are prevalent across all three basins of the lake, occuring on habitats such as methane seeps, mud volcanoes and hydrothermal vents. A comprehensive analysis of the COI (mtDNA) and 18S rRNA (nuclear DNA) gene fragments from bathynellids collected at tectonic fault sites in the northern basin of the lake revealed the absence of any representatives of the genus Bathynella Vejdovsky, 1882 among them. Instead, individuals identified as Baicalobathynella cf. magna comprise two genetic lineages at the species level, which diverged from a common ancestor approximately 7 Ma. The genus Altainella Camacho, 2020, whose representatives inhabit the interstitial hyporheic zone of the Onon river in Mongolia and Aktru mountain river of Altai, is designated as the closest relative of the Baikal bathynellids studied.
Impact of plant diseases on global food and nutritional security: a strategic
theme for Brazil
Authors: Henz Gilmar Paulo
Published: November 2024

Plant diseases have a significant impact on global food and nutritional security, and their occurrence has the potential to destabilize economies and create political challenges, as well as affect the health and well-being of populations. Diseases impact the key components of food security (availability, access, utilization, stability), particularly in less developed regions and/or vulnerable populations. The occurrence of plant diseases is exacerbated by factors such as increased global trade, the genetic uniformity of hosts, and climate change, leading to reduced food production, higher prices, and greater dependence on agricultural inputs like pesticides. Brazil, as a major producer and exporter of food, plays a crucial role in global food security. Future prospects for mitigating the negative effects of diseases involve the ongoing pursuit of innovative solutions through investment in research and strengthening global collaboration in disease monitoring and promoting sustainable agricultural practices to tackle this complex challenge.
Development of structures and production technologies of reinforcing wire with a screw profile
Authors: Kharitonov V. A. , Baimurzinа G. S.
Published: November 2024

Reinforcing wire is the main structural element in reinforced concrete structures, widely used in the construction of buildings and structures for various purposes. The type of profile is important factor which determines the consumer properties of fittings. This indicator directly affects the quality of reinforcement adhesion to concrete and the properties of the wire. Currently a periodic profile is the most common type, but a screw profile is the most promising form of the profile. Two methods are used in the production of cold-formed screw profiles: applying a screw profile and torsion process. The first is carried out by rotating the profiling element, and the second by torsion of the workpiece of the shaped section. The patent and literature review of methods for obtaining cold-formed screw profiles has shown that the most effective way to obtain reinforcing wire with a screw profile is torsion, which provides, in addition to profiling, an increase in the mechanical and operational properties of the wire. With the help of the Deform-3D software package we identified impact of the profile, namely the shape of the cross section on the tension. By choosing rational torsion parameters, it is possible to achieve a favorable stress-strain state and respectively the properties of the product. One of the promising areas of development is the combination of a periodic and a screw profile, and it is necessary to obtain a screw profile using torsion deformation as a method of intense plastic deformation in order to form a uniform structure in metal with a minimum stress state in addition to the profile. We justified the application of radial shear broaching, an analogue of the radial shear rolling process, which allows to obtain a screw profile reinforcing wire with high mechanical properties due to the production of a finely dispersed structure. This method is implemented on standard drawing equipment and provides an increase in the productivity of wire production by torsion compared to other methods
Event-Driven Data Pipelines : A Cloud-Based Approach to Real-Time Data Processing
Authors: Venkata Nagendra Kumar Kundavaram
Published: November 2024

This article comprehensively analyzes event-driven data pipelines in cloud computing environments, examining their architecture, implementation considerations, and real-world applications. The article explores the fundamental components of event-driven systems, from event sources and message brokers to processing layers, while evaluating their performance characteristics and reliability mechanisms. Through detailed analysis of system architectures, we investigate the integration of various cloud services and their role in enabling scalable, real-time data processing. The article demonstrates how modern event-driven architectures achieve sub-millisecond processing times and handle millions of events per second while maintaining system resilience. Our findings reveal significant improvements in operational efficiency across various industries, including financial services, marketing automation, and IoT monitoring solutions. The article also addresses critical implementation aspects, including security frameworks, integration protocols, and best practices for system optimization. These insights provide valuable guidance for organizations leveraging event-driven architectures in their digital transformation initiatives. The article concludes that event-driven data pipelines represent a crucial advancement in data processing technology, offering unprecedented capabilities in handling real-time data streams while maintaining scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
Isolation of Flavonoid Compounds Derived from Buni Leaves (Antidesma bunius (L) Spreng.)
Authors: Barus Tonel , Manalu Ria Agnes Adelina , Marpaung Lamek
Published: November 2024

The flavonoid compounds from the leaves of buni (A. bunius (L) Spreng.) have been isolated through a process of maceration utilizing methanol as the solvent. The concentrated methanol extract was combined with ethyl acetate. The concentrated ethyl acetate extract was subsequently dissolved in methanol and subjected to partition extraction using n-hexane. The concentrated methanol extract was acidified with 6% HCl, followed by partition extraction using chloroform. The concentrated chloroform extract was isolated using column chromatography, employing an eluent mixture of n-hexane and ethyl acetate in the following ratios: 90:10, 80:20, 70:30, and 60:40 (v/v). The compounds underwent purification via TLC preparative, resulting in a tawny paste with a mass of 30 mg and an Rf value of 0.31. The compound underwent additional identification through the application of Ultraviolet Visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy, Fourier Transform-Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR), and Proton Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (1H-NMR), leading to the conclusion that the flavonoid in question is isoflavone.
The Concept of Healing Waterscapes in Public Open Spaces to Construct the Positive Psychology of Visitors
Authors: Prasandya Km Deddy Endra , Satria Made Wina , Adiartha Made Arya
Published: November 2024

Public open spaces contain various features that have psychological effects on human mental health. Water, as one of the key elements in landscape design, not only enhances aesthetics but also provides sensory stimulation, social interaction, and psychological benefits. It possesses therapeutic qualities that promote relaxation and reduce stress. Given the rising prevalence of mental health issues among adolescents in Bali, public open spaces incorporating waterscapes play a crucial role. The concept of a "healing waterscape" can be applied in such spaces, where environmental elements are strategically designed to improve mental well-being through psychological approaches. However, no clear criteria for healing waterscape design have been formulated, and it remains unclear whether such criteria are being applied in the waterscapes of public open spaces in Denpasar City and Klungkung Regency. This study aims to establish criteria for healing waterscape design in public open spaces and assess the extent to which these criteria are implemented in Denpasar City and Klungkung Regency. Using a mixed-methods data analysis with JMP software, the study identifies four key variables in healing waterscape design: social, behavioral, cognitive, and emotional factors. The design criteria that should be considered for public space waterscapes in Denpasar and Klungkung include activity diversity, site characteristics, spatial variety, acoustics, water shape, movement, flow, lighting and signage, and both biotic and abiotic components.
Metadisciplinary competencies and assessment of their maturity in the organisation of the educational process at teacher training colleges
Authors:   Chechen State Pedagogical University, Betilmerzaeva Maret M. , Avtayeva Tamara A. ,   Chechen State Pedagogical University, Lechieva Malka I. ,   Chechen State Pedagogical University
Published: November 2024

Introduction. The labour market-driven changes in educational requirements, the development of information technologies and transformation of social relations require students’ new subject-specific and metadisciplinary competencies which should be formed at all levels of education. The aim of the study is to substantiate the role of metadisciplinary competencies and assessment of their maturity in the organisation of the educational process in teacher training colleges. Materials and methods. The study involved 1,742 students of teacher training colleges of the Chechen Republic, Republic of Ingushetia, Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Republic of Dagestan, Kabardino-Balkarian Republic and Karachay-Cherkess Republic (Russian Federation). Methods: source analysis, author’s questionnaire for diagnosing metadisciplinary competencies in students of pedagogical colleges, methodology of assessing communication and organisational aptitudes COA-1 (V.A. Sinyavsky, B.A. Fedorishin). Results. The monitoring of the maturity level in metadisciplinary competencies revealed the deficiency in students’ goal-setting, information search abilities, cooperation and self-assessment. The following maturity level of metadisciplinary competencies in students of teacher training colleges was revealed: the majority of learners showed a goal-setting level (67.4%), information search and analysis ability (67.4%), cooperation level (68.1%), and self-assessment level (68.6%) – as specific of the average level. The elaborated model of educational process continuity covering schools, pedagogical colleges and teacher training colleges was based on the development of metadisciplinary competencies. Network interaction of pedagogical workshops was set up in secondary vocational schools of the North Caucasus Federal District (NCFD) of the Russian Federation – as a mechanism for ensuring consistency and continuity of future teachers’ training in the system of secondary vocational and higher pedagogical education. Conclusion. The implementation of the research results into the practice of pedagogical colleges and universities allows to improve the quality of future teachers’ schooling. The graduates of educational institutions involved in the network interaction of pedagogical workshops will possess not only subject-specific knowledge but also metadisciplinary competencies necessary for successful professional activity.
The model of contextual education of digital literacy to students on the example of philological disciplines
Authors:   Bunin Yelets State University, Parshutkina Tatiana A. , Turko Ulyana I. ,   Bunin Yelets State University
Published: November 2024

Introduction. Today, there is an acute problem of training a new type of specialist, successfully developing in the digital space, striving to improve in the field of modern digital technologies. Digital literacy is moving into the category of an independent type of literacy and is becoming an integral part of the professional competence of a future specialist. The aim of the study is to develop and present a model of contextual education of digital literacy to students on the example of disciplines of philological cycle. Materials and methods of research. The research is based on the provisions of normative documents on education, on the methodological principles of the leading approaches to the role of the environment and activity in personal development (competence-based, systemic, activity-based, personal), on the analysis of scientific judgments about the essence of digital literacy and digital technologies in philology. The theoretical study takes into account the methodology of context-oriented education, within which the formation of the most relevant digital skills of students of the philological profile of training (basic and professional), which are part of digital literacy, takes place. The results of the study. The areas of future professional activity of philological students are highlighted, including work with digital text, programming, communication in a digital environment, production of media content and the field of applied philology (editorial and expert). Skills in these areas form the basis of digital literacy. In search of effective ways to teach digital literacy, the authors turn to a contextual approach. The proposed model of contextual education includes targeted, theoretical and methodological, content-methodical, activity-based and effective components. The content component of this model is defined as a composition of educational activities with integrated quasi-professional and educational-professional digital literacy skills. As a result, the process of transformation of educational activity into professional activity is supposed to be tracked by the advanced level of digital literacy achieved by students. Conclusion. The results of the study will improve the learning process of philology students using information and communication technologies, and achieve a high level of development of their digital literacy. The materials can be useful in assessing the levels of formation of this type of literacy.
MENEBAR BENIH PENCEGAHAN GANGGUAN MENTAL: PEMBINAAN GENERASI MUDA HINDU DALAM PENGUATAN KESEHATAN MENTAL DI PURA BHUANA PUJA
Authors: Wulandari Sinta Dewi , Setyarini Septiana Ike , Murti Banowati Restu , Arditama Ida Bagus Putu Widha Yoga , Proboningrum Dela Ayu Puspita , Krisnadi Danang , Wahyuningsih Wayan , Iswara Wrasfeti Surya
Published: November 2024

The young generation of Hindus is faced with various challenges and complexities in life that can have an impact on mental health. Problems often faced by Hindu teenagers include academic demands, social pressure, cyberbullying, and identity crises. There are still many gaps in access to mental health services, especially in the pasraman environment. Starting from this problem, activities were held to develop the Hindu Young Generation in Strengthening Mental Health at Pura Bhuana Puja to increase awareness of Hindu teenagers about the importance of mental health and provide a basic understanding of mental health so that teenagers can be aware of their mental condition and what to do when they are indicated to be experiencing problems. mentally. This socialization uses lecture, discussion and game methods. The material presented includes understanding mental health, characteristics of healthy and unhealthy mental health, factors that cause psychological disorders, how to cultivate love within yourself, and how to overcome mental disorders. The results of this socialization are that participants gain an understanding of mental health and how to maintain it, are able to differentiate between healthy and unhealthy mental health, know the factors that can cause psychological disorders, get tips for cultivating self-love, and get tips for overcoming mental disorders.
PKM KESEHATAN FISIK DAN MENTAL PADA REMAJA DI SMPN 2 AMPLAPURA, KABUPATEN KARANGASEM, BALI
Authors: Ningrum Rima Kusuma , Ekayani Ni Wayan Diana , Rajista I Gusti Ngurah Adi
Published: November 2024

Adolescence is a period of change from child to teenager, these changes occur both physically, mentally, emotionally, and psychosocially as well as in the reproductive system. For men and women, the age limit for teenagers in the age range of 15-24 years without marriage is the age limit set by the Badan Kependudukan dan Keluarga Berencana Nasional (BKKBN). In this age range, physical changes occur, for teenage boys there is a change in voice, the growth of the Adam's apple, and physical changes in women with breast growth and maximum development of reproductive organs. At this time, there is a need for education and assistance for teenagers to maintain their physical and mental health and to avoid bullying. The service team conducted interviews with school officials and provided counseling to a number of teachers and students at SMPN 2 Amlapura on October 29, 2022. Counseling on physical and mental health was attended by 10 teachers and 32 junior high school students. The activity begins with giving a pretest, presentation of the material, question and answer, and posttest. The results of this activity were an increase of 11.67 for teachers, while for students there was an increase of 14.75. With this increase, it is hoped that teachers and students can maintain physical and mental health and avoid bullying.
OPTIMALISASI KISSIDAN ECO HILL MENUJU DESA SIDAN SEBAGAI DESA WISATA MELALUI PENGEMBANGAN SENSORY GARDEN
Authors: Oktarini Luh Nik , Rudita I Ketut Gede , Pratama Wayan Rizki Widia , Purwaka I Made Gede , Widyaswari Ni Made Karina , Antini Komang Putri
Published: November 2024

Desa Sidan has great potential as a sustainable tourist destination, but it requires revitalization to make its infrastructure and facilities more attractive and comfortable. Kissidan Eco Hill, as part of the ecotourism initiative in Desa Sidan, focuses on organic farming and local culture; however, optimizing management and physical revitalization are needed to enhance its appeal. The implementation of community service activities through the revitalization and optimization of Kissidan Eco Hill is designed to position Desa Sidan as a village focused on ecological education and sustainable agriculture. The main program includes educational tours of Subak, Bali's traditional irrigation system, with stages that range from planning and development to implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The development stage focuses on improving planting media and promotion, while the implementation phase includes planting and the creation of irrigation channels. Monitoring is conducted through routine checks to assess the impact and performance of the program sustainably. Key partners, such as the Head of Sidan Village, village officials, and Kissidan Eco Hill staff, play an essential role in ensuring the smooth operation and success of this program. The optimization of Kissidan Eco Hill can be further enhanced by developing a sensory garden. The available planting area at Kissidan Eco Hill is sufficient to accommodate the planting of various plants that support the establishment of a sensory garden
Glottochronology and the Divergence of Common-Kartvelian
Authors: Soselia Ether
Published: November 2024

An alternative variant of the family tree of the Kartvelian languages, different from the G. Deeters’ one, has recently again appeared in the Kartvelian comparative-historical linguistics. According to the alternative genealogical tree, Svan-Zan language unity and Georgian (as an independent language) were formed at the first stage of the divergence of Common-Kartvelian. At the following stage Svan-Zan language unity differentiated into Svan and Zan languages. The Deeters’s scheme, the kartvelologists have actually become aware of due to T. Gamkrelidze and G. Machavariani, proposes formation of Georgian-Zan language unity and Svan (as an independent language) at the first stage of the divergence. In favor of the Deeters’ scheme, T. Gamkrelidze calls the fact that archaic characteristics of Common-Kartvelian have been preserved in Svan, and in addition, a significant number of innovations (both in lexis and in the grammatical structure) have been found to be common in Georgian and Laz-Megrelian, the latter being the daughter languages of Zan. The results of the glottochronological calculations (performed independently by G. Klimov and T. Gamkrelidze), based on M. Swadesh’s method of glottochronology, are in favor of the Deeters’ tree. As it is known, M. Swadesh’s method of glottochronology, which enables the calculation of the absolute chronology of the proto-language, was proposed in the early 1950s. Both supporters and critics of glottochronology immediately appeared, and soon, some refinements to M. Swadesh’s model were made. An important role in the refinement has been played by S. Starostin. Reinterpreting the old model of glottochronology, he has changed the calculating formula as well. The results of the preliminary analysis (based on Starostin’s model) of the data from the etymological dictionaries of the Kartvelian languages are presented in the paper, and they are clearly in favor of Deeters’ tree.
Etymological Research: K’aci (Man), Adamiani (Human)
Authors: Ivanishvili Marine
Published: November 2024

-ian(possessive suffix in Georgian) is derived from the marker -ean, the function of which in the Old Georgian should have been to indicate the origin from someone from which the understanding of possession and succession should have developed: krist’-ian-i (Christian), mahmad-ian-i (Muslim), etc. (Shanidze 1953, 1976).adamian-i (human), a descendant of Adam, a rational being.Old Geo. adam-ean-i (A-1105, 83v – Abuladze, 1973: 2) and adam-ian-i (A-162, 15v – Sarjveladze, 1995: 1). It is derived from the proper name Adam with the suffix -ean/ -ian. In the Old Georgian, k’aci (man) is common in this sense.k’ac-i, human; man.It has been recorded since the 5th century. It is of common Kartvelian origin.Based on the correspondence Geo. k’ac-k’ac-i “man; husband”: Megr. k’oč- k’oč-i “man; husband”: Laz. k’oč- k’oč-i “man; husband”; k’oč-on-i k’oč-i “manly (real) man”: Svan. č’äš- / č’š- č’äš “husband”; č’äš-jak/le-č’š-Gr-i “fiancé” for the common Kartvelian level *k’ac1- archetype is reconstructed (Chikobava 1938; Klimov 1964; Fähnrich, Sarjveladze 2000; Fähnrich 2007; Kurdiani 2007; Chukhua 2008; Gigineishvili 2016).Issues related to the understanding of the named concepts and typological parallels from different languages will be discussed in the paper.
Research on the Infiltration of Scientific Spirit in High School Biology Teaching Under the Background of Curriculum Ideology and Politics
Authors: Peng Bo , Sun Piaopiao , Sun, et.al. Nan
Published: November 2024

Curriculum thinking and politics is an exploration of moral education reform and a strategic measure to carry out the fundamental task of cultivating people. High school is a key period for students to form correct values. In addition to ideological and political courses, other courses also need to play the function of educating people, and take courses as the carrier to provide value guidance to students in the process of knowledge imparting and ability training. High school biology is a fundamental course in natural sciences and an important carrier for cultivating students’ scientific literacy. However, through questionnaire surveys and interviews at internship schools, it was found that the infiltration of scientific spirit into high school biology teaching is not ideal. Teachers have insufficient understanding of ideological and political education in the curriculum, and they cannot fully tap into educational materials in textbooks. The methods for infiltrating scientific spirit are relatively single, making it difficult to balance ideological and political infiltration with knowledge teaching. This article selects the scientific spirit as an ideological and political element based on the needs of national development and the characteristics of the discipline, and permeates it into biology teaching. Finally, the teaching effectiveness is evaluated through various methods. The aim is to enrich the theoretical research of thinking and politics in senior biology curriculum, and to provide teaching reference for teachers to cultivate students’ scientific spirit in biology teaching. After conducting questionnaire surveys and interviews with students and teachers, the following conclusions were drawn: firstly, although the teachers and students of the school have a limited understanding of ideological and political education in the curriculum, most of them support the integration of ideological and political education into biology teaching. Secondly, some teachers still place more emphasis on imparting knowledge in their teaching and have not fully utilized the educational value of biology. The implementation of ideological and political education in biology teaching is not ideal. Thirdly, overall, the penetration of scientific spirit in biology teaching is not satisfactory and needs further strengthening. In summary, teachers need to strengthen their exploration of textbooks and deepen their understanding of teaching design in their daily teaching process, in order to continuously improve their ideological and political education for students and fully leverage the educational value of biology. Integrating scientific spirit into biology teaching is not only in line with the ideological and political concepts of the curriculum, but also in line with the core competencies of the discipline, which can better leverage the educational value of biology.
Translation and psychometric evaluation of the Experience of Embodiment Scale in a Swedish community sample of young women and men
Authors: Kling Johanna , Counsell Alyssa , Frisén Ann , Gattario Kristina Holmqvist , Piran Niva
Published: November 2024

This report describes a Swedish translation and psychometric evaluation of the Experience of Embodiment Scale (EES; Piran, Teall, & Counsell, 2020), an instrument for assessing a wide range of positive and negative experiences of living in the body. A community sample (N = 545) of Swedish young women (56%) and men (Mage = 24.4; SD = 0.52) completed the Swedish translation of the EES. To explore its construct validity, participants also completed measures of body esteem, disordered eating, internalization of appearance ideals, drive for muscularity and leanness, body mass index, life satisfaction, self-esteem, and psychological distress. Exploratory factor analyses (performed separately for women and men) revealed structures of the Swedish EES similar to those displayed during the development and first evaluations of the scale in North America. However, among men, the factors of agency and sexual desire combined to form one factor. On total scale level, the Swedish EES showed good internal consistency (McDonald’s ω = .95 for women; ω = .94 for men), convergent validity, and incremental validity. Overall, the present findings support the Swedish version of the EES and the EES’s cross-national use to assess the construct of embodiment, as well as its use among men.
Circular Economy in the Context of Transformational Change: Digitalization, Globalization, Innovation
Authors:   Educational and Scientific Institute of International Relations Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Zablotska Rita O. , Rusak Denys M. ,   Educational and Scientific Institute of International Relations Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
Published: November 2024

The presented work considers the main features of the modern circular economy, also identifies the main aspects of transformational changes and characterizes the main components of the impact on the development of the modern circular economy in the form of digitalization, globalization and innovation. It is noted that traditional models of economic development are becoming less and less effective in solving global challenges, such as the depletion of natural resources, the growth of waste and climate change. Under these conditions, the conception of a circular economy based on the principles of closed cycles of production and consumption is becoming increasingly important. The circular economy aims to maximize the conservation of the value of resources, their reuse, reduce waste and decrease the environmental burden. The main aim of the presented article is to determine the features of the formation of the circular economy in the context of transformational changes, taking into account digitalization, globalization and innovation. The methods used in the study: synthesis, deduction, comparison, logical method, method of analysis, induction, observation, generalization method, tabular and graphical methods allowed for substantiating the main results of the study and presenting them in the visual form. It is substantiated that such transformational processes as digitalization, globalization and innovation play a key role in maintaining and further developing the circular economy. Digitalization provides new tools for monitoring and managing resources, enabling more efficient and sustainable business models. Globalization promotes the spread of best practices and technologies, which stimulates international cooperation in the field of circular economy. Innovation, in turn, is a driving force that opens up new opportunities for the development of materials, technologies and processes, allowing for more efficient use of resources and reduction of environmental impact. Thus, the circular economy in the context of transformational changes is becoming not only a response to modern challenges, but also a promising direction for ensuring sustainable development. Its implementation requires an integrated approach that combines technological, economic and social aspects to create conditions for the harmonious coexistence of economic growth and environmental protection.
Analyzing the Status of Non-State Pension Insurance in Ukraine
Authors:   Vasyl Stefanyk Precarpathian National University, Zvarych Olena I. , Voloshyn Volodymyr V. ,   Vasyl Stefanyk Precarpathian National University
Published: November 2024

This article is devoted to the study of non-State pension insurance in Ukraine. With the use of system and synergetic approaches, as well as methods: analysis and synthesis, balance, graphic, induction and deduction, monographic, comparative, statistical, tabular and content analysis, a study was carried out in order to assess the status of non-State pension insurance in Ukraine and to disclose its features and priorities for further development at the present stage of implementation of pension reform. The list of financial institutions involved in the implementation of the mechanism of non-State pension insurance has been determined, and the system of their relations has been disclosed. The features of the activities and responsibilities of the main subjects of non-State pension insurance are highlighted, the basic indicators of the functioning of non-State pension funds are analyzed. It is found that non-State pension insurance has not been able to attract a significant number of participants, and the investment financial instruments available in Ukraine severely limit the possibility of diversifying risks and obtaining investment income higher than inflation. It is determined that one of the important directions of development of non-State pension insurance is to promote the involvement of more banking institutions and insurance companies in this area, as well as to create favorable legislative and tax conditions for their effective interaction within the entire system of non-State pension provision. At this, the authors believe that non-State pension insurance is really able to minimize the negative impact of harmful demographic and other risks associated with the deterioration of the general economic situation in Ukraine in the conditions of the war unleashed by Russia, and become a prerequisite for maintaining a decent standard of living for citizens upon reaching retirement age and a source of long-term investment resources that are necessary for the economic development of our country.
Labor Force Shortage in Ukraine: Causes and Ways to Overcome
Authors:   European University, Sharova Svitlana V. , Veklych Viktor A. ,   European University
Published: November 2024

The publication examines and analyzes the main factors of deterioration of the situation in the labor market of Ukraine and focuses on the problem of labor force shortage in conditions of imbalance and uncertainty in the labor market. The subject of the research is the tendency of transition from the excess supply of labor force along with high unemployment, which has formed in the labor market of Ukraine, to the high level of unsatisfied demand for vacancies, which numerous experts assess as a shortage of labor force. The aim of the article is to determine the nature of the problem, causes, degree of acuteness, prospects for development and measures to overcome. The scientific novelty lies in the substantiation of the shortage of labor force as a local phenomenon that has the character of a tendency that is constantly present in the Ukrainian labor market in various quantitative values, individual professional niches and territories. From the methodological point of view, the demand for labor force is analyzed in correlation with the dynamics of tension in the labor market, and in empirical terms, the basis for its study was the information selected according to special criteria from various organizations that are constantly engaged in the recruitment of personnel in the labor market or comparative analyses of labor demand and supply. A comprehensive study of the labor market of Ukraine is carried out and numerous evidences are provided that the labor force shortage, which has been formed for several years under the influence of objective and subjective reasons and exacerbated during the wartime, is threatening, while the country has considerable untapped labor reserves. A set of signs of the real presence of a shortage of labor force has been identified and substantiated. The possibilities and actual ways to overcome the imbalances between the demand for labor force and its supply are shown. In the context of identifying the causes of the labor force shortage, the sources of possible coverage of the personnel shortage have been identified. It is concluded that the key factors in covering the personnel shortage are the reserve sources of labor, considered by the authors according to three aspects: factors of formation, professional structure, and efficiency of use.
Current State and Prospects for the Development of Ukraine’s Foreign Trade with the European Union
Authors:   V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, Shuba Maryna V. , Tymofieieva Viktoriia O. ,   V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University
Published: November 2024

The aim of the article is to study the current state and prospects for the development of Ukraine’s foreign trade with the European Union. It is determined that Ukraine has unique opportunities for the development of trade cooperation with the EU countries. However, Russia’s war of aggression has a strong negative impact on Ukraine’s foreign trade. It is established that the volume of trade has significantly decreased, its structure has changed. At the same time, the EU’s role as a major trading partner continues to grow. The dynamics of exports and imports of goods of Ukraine to the EU as a whole, as well as by individual EU Member States, which are trading partners of Ukraine, are considered. It is found that in 2023, Poland, Romania and Spain became the largest importers of Ukrainian goods. In 2023, Ukraine imported the most goods from Poland, Germany, and Bulgaria. The commodity structure of Ukraine’s exports to the EU in 2023 was represented mainly by agricultural products and ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The commodity structure of Ukraine’s imports from the European Union was dominated by engineering products, mineral products, and chemical products. It is determined that the volume of foreign trade in services of Ukraine and the European Union has also decreased due to the war. Thus, in 2022, there was a decrease of 33.5% compared to 2021, Ukraine’s exports of services to the EU amounted to USD 3.4 billion. Imports of services from Ukraine from the EU amounted to USD 1.7 billion. The structure of exports was dominated by services in the field of telecommunications, transport services and services for the processing of material resources. The main services imported by Ukraine were transport, business and telecommunications services. It is concluded that the EU is an important trading partner of Ukraine. Our country has significant export potential in the agricultural sector, metallurgy, mechanical engineering, etc. However, because of Russia’s war against Ukraine, logistical, financial, technological and other problems have arisen that significantly complicate foreign trade between Ukraine and the EU.
European Experience in Financing the Circular Economy and Opportunities for Its Use in Ukraine
Authors:   V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, Strapchuk Svitlana I. , Moroz Svitlana G. ,   Institute of Qualification Improvement Pharmacy Specialists for National University of Pharmacy, Strapchuk Olena D. ,   V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University
Published: November 2024

The paper discusses the European experience in financing the circular economy and explores opportunities for its implementation in Ukraine. The importance of effective policy strategies and appropriate instruments at different levels and among different stakeholder groups is highlighted. The development of circular economy policy is recommended to be based on international experience, particularly the approaches used by the European Union. The European Union's active development and implementation of policies for a circular economy, aimed at optimizing resource use through material and product recovery and reuse to reduce waste and ensure production sustainability, are outlined. The challenges posed by climate change and resource use are emphasized, and the need for joint efforts and cooperation with other countries and international organizations is highlighted. The European Green Deal and various strategies, plans, and projects associated with the circular economy are presented. The financial resources needed for emission reduction measures under the European Investment Plan and the various funds designed to finance economic activities contributing to the transition to sustainable goals are detailed. Furthermore, the paper provides insights into Ukraine's regulatory documents related to the circular economy, including the Strategy for Environmental Safety and Climate Change Adaptation until 2030, the Low-Carbon Development Strategy of Ukraine until 2050, and various laws and resolutions related to waste management, environmental protection, and sustainable development goals. The importance of aligning Ukraine's environmental laws with those of the European Union is highlighted.
Economic Resilience as a Basic Conception in the Field of National Security
Authors:   State University of Trade and Economics, Zalizniuk Viktoriia P. , Kalyuzhna Nataliya H. ,   State University of Trade and Economics, Shchelkunov Igor V. ,   LLC “ViDi Moto Life”
Published: November 2024

The article is devoted to the disclosure of the theoretical foundations of the study of economic resilience in relation to national security. Increased attention to the conception of national resilience and the economic basis for its provision is due to the expansion of the range of new threats due to the growth of global interdependence, uncertainty and geopolitical tensions in international relations. The results of the analysis of scientific publications showed that with the unconditional recognition of the importance of ensuring economic resilience in the scientific community, there is an ambivalence of views regarding its essence and place in the structure of national economic security. It is determined that despite the complexity and versatility of the concept of resilience, in the general case, the related conception can be characterized as the ability of a system to constantly develop and adapt to turbulence, while maintaining its main function and structure. The disclosure of the chronology of the development of the conception of resilience confirms the actualization of approaches to ensuring national security under the influence of new geopolitical threats and the key role of resilience in national security strategies. The analysis of the conception of resilience in the interpretation of NATO and the EU allows us to conclude that its understanding correlates with the mission, principles and values of international organizations. It is substantiated that, despite the discursive nature and contrasts in interpretation, economic resilience is a key component of the national security strategy. The fundamental differences between security and resilience are defined as interrelated, but different conceptions, which lie in the nature of measures to ensure them. It is noted that ensuring economic security as a complex of measures to prevent the materialization or escalation of threats is proactive and preventive. In turn, economic resilience is associated with the ability to adapt to threats and minimize their negative impact if they materialize, i.e. involves the implementation of both proactive and reactive actions. It is stated that further studies of economic resilience as a basic conception in the sphere of national security require identification of indicators of its assessment and prerequisites for ensuring in the format of systems of collective security and defense.
The Current State and Development Features of Logistics Infrastructure in Malaysia
Authors:   V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, Makarchuk Kateryna O. , Nepriadkina Nataliia V.
Published: November 2024

The aim of the article is to determine the current state and features of the development of the logistics infrastructure of Malaysia. During the analysis and generalization of scientific works of scientists, the definition of the concept of «logistics infrastructure» was considered. As a result of the study, the place of Malaysia in the Logistics Performance Index (LPI) is analyzed. Malaysia’s logistics infrastructure has undergone rapid development in recent years. Malaysia is one of the most developed countries in Southeast Asia in terms of logistics infrastructure. According to the logistics efficiency ranking analyzed by the World Bank, Malaysia ranked 26th in 2023. The main factors of development of the logistics infrastructure of Malaysia are considered. The dynamics of freight transportation by different modes of transport has been determined and analyzed. The country has access to the seas with a developed port infrastructure. Malaysia invests significant resources in the development of transport infrastructure, including ports, airports, roads, and railways. This contributes to improving the quality of logistics services. Regular investment in the development of logistics infrastructure and the introduction of modern technologies contribute to improving the efficiency of logistics processes, which is an important factor for the economic growth and development of Malaysia. Promising areas for the development of logistics infrastructure in Malaysia are: automation and digital technologies; the development of e-commerce that facilitates last-mile delivery; integration and cooperation within the supply chain; sustainability imperatives; talent development and upskilling, data analysis and predictive modeling. Malaysia occupies a strategic position in Southeast Asia, which makes it worthy of receiving the title of regional center.