bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Meta-Analysis of the Genetic Factors that Predisposed Asian Women to Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Authors:   Integrative Pharmacogenomics Institute (iPROMISE), UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Syed Mohd Bahktiar Sharifah Nurdiyana , Jamari Muhammad Hisyam ,   Integrative Pharmacogenomics Institute (iPROMISE), UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Wan Noor Nurul Aishah ,   Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Ariff Fadzilah Rabia’tul A’dawiyah ,   Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Abdul Karim Muhamad Zafri ,   Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Abdul Halim Haizatul Husna ,   Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Abu Noor Fatihah ,   Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Lay Kek Teh ,   Integrative Pharmacogenomics Institute (iPROMISE), UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia,   Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia, Salleh Mohd Zaki ,   Integrative Pharmacogenomics Institute (iPROMISE), UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia,   Faculty of Pharmacy, UiTM Selangor Branch, Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia
Published: November 2021

A meta-analysis was conducted to determine the significant risk alleles which increase the risks of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in Asian to help in decision-making for genotyping of women at risk. PubMed, Science Direct and HuGE navigator were used to identify relevant studies from January 2000 to November 2018. Data extraction was done by five reviewers. Using Review Manager 5.3, association between 11 SNPs and risks of GDM was determined. Odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (95% CI), test of heterogeneity and publication bias were calculated. The result was considered significant if p-value ≤ 0.05. Twenty-one studies were identified based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. From 11 genetic variants studied, 9 were found to have significant association with GDM susceptibility with different heterogeneity. Allelic, dominant and recessive genetic models show MTNR1B (rs138753, rs10830963) and CDKAL1 (rs7754840) are significantly associated with GDM. IGF2BP2 (rs4402960) was found to have significant association with GDM using allelic and recessive models. For TCF7L2 (rs7903146), significant association was found using allelic, dominant and over dominant models. KCNQ1 (rs2237892) showed association with GDM in dominant model only. Strong associations with increased susceptibility for GDM were also found for GSTM1 (deletion), GSTT1 (deletion) and GSTP1 (rs1695). However, MTNR1B (rs10830962) and PPARγ2 are lack of association with GDM risk in Asian population. Nine genetic variants were associated with increased GDM risk in Asian population. Screening of these polymorphisms to identify pregnant women at risk is recommended for prevention and personalised intervention.
The Quality of Work-Life and Work Comfort of Librarians During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Fatmawati Endang
Published: November 2021

Background/purpose. This research aims to determine the quality of work-life and comfort of librarians during the Covid-19 pandemic. The intention was to provide input and reports to the leadership by mapping the performance of librarians.Methods. Consequently, thirteen informants were chosen, with the criterion that they were librarians working in the Library of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Diponegoro University. Interviews were used to collect the data, which were analyzed using qualitative descriptive methods.Results. Subsequently, the results showed that ten parameters of quality of work-life affect the comfort of librarians working during the Covid-19 pandemic.Conclusions. The convenience of working was revealed as the main goal in improving the library environment. Also, working from home or the office was shown as capable of creating a sense of satisfaction, thereby improving the quality of work-life. This quality, specifically during the pandemic, has become a collection of the perceptions of a sense of comfort at work, with conditions of continued growth and development to improve performance.
Modelling climate change impact on water resources of the Upper Indus Basin
Authors: Ougahi Jamal H. , Cutler Mark E. J. , Cook Simon J.
Published: November 2021

Climate change has implications for water resources by increasing temperature, shifting precipitation patterns and altering the timing of snowfall and glacier melt, leading to shifts in the seasonality of river flows. Here, the Soil & Water Assessment Tool was run using downscaled precipitation and temperature projections from five global climate models (GCMs) and their multi-model mean to estimate the potential impact of climate change on water balance components in sub-basins of the Upper Indus Basin (UIB) under two emission (RCP4.5 and RCP8.5) and future (2020–2050 and 2070–2100) scenarios. Warming of above 6 °C relative to baseline (1974–2004) is projected for the UIB by the end of the century (2070–2100), but the spread of annual precipitation projections among GCMs is large (+16 to −28%), and even larger for seasonal precipitation (+91 to −48%). Compared to the baseline, an increase in summer precipitation (RCP8.5: +36.7%) and a decrease in winter precipitation were projected (RCP8.5: −16.9%), with an increase in average annual water yield from the nival–glacial regime and river flow peaking 1 month earlier. We conclude that predicted warming during winter and spring could substantially affect the seasonal river flows, with important implications for water supplies.
Optimum parameters for humic acid removal and power production by Al–air fuel cell electrocoagulation in synthetic wastewater
Authors: Wei Wei , Gong Haoyang , Sheng Lin , Zhou Dong , Zhu Shuguang
Published: November 2021

Although humic acid (HA) is a complex natural organic matter, it can potentially harm the environment and human health. In this study, aluminum–air fuel cell electrocoagulation (AAFCEC) was used to remove HAs from water while generating electricity. Initial pH, electrolyte concentration, HA concentration electrode distance and external resistance were investigated to determine the power generation and removal efficiency. The results showed that the better performance of power generation has been acquired in the alkaline solution and larger electrolyte concentration and short electrode distance. Further, Al–Ferron complexation timed spectrophotometry was used to determine the Al speciation distribution in the solution under different parameters. The power density of the cell reached 313.47 mW/cm2 for the following conditions: 1 g/L NaCl concentration, 3 cm electrode distance, 20 Ω external resistor, and pH 9. After about an hour of electrolysis, the optimum removal rate of HA was above 99%. The results demonstrated that the AAFCEC is an efficient and eco-friendly water treatment process, and it could be further developed and disseminated in the rural areas and households.
Cephalexin removal by persulfate activation using simulated sunlight and ferrous ions
Authors: García Perdomo Carlos M. , Ramírez Minota Paula A. , Zúñiga-Benítez Henry , Peñuela Gustavo A.
Published: November 2021

This study presents the main results related to the use of activated persulfate (PS) in the elimination of the beta-lactam antibiotic cephalexin (CPX). Experiments were done using K2S2O8 and simulated sunlight. A face-centered central composite experimental design was used to analyze the effects of the solution pH and the PS concentration on the reaction, and to determine the optimized conditions that favor the CPX elimination. The results indicated that the removal of CPX is promoted by an acidic pH and under the higher evaluated PS dose (7.5 mg L−1). CPX total removal was achieved in 30 min. The analysis of the effect of the pollutant initial concentration indicated that a pseudo-first-order kinetics model can be used to describe the reaction. Likewise, the use of Fe2+ ions for PS activation (in the dark) was evaluated and established that a higher concentration of ions favors the pollutant removal. Control tests and under the presence of scavenger agents indicated that both HO• and SO4−• radicals would be present in the solution and promote the CPX elimination. The assessment of the solution dissolved organic carbon, nitrates and sulfates was also carried out, and indicated that a portion of the organic matter was mineralized.
Model predictive control based on artificial intelligence and EPA-SWMM model to reduce CSOs impacts in sewer systems
Authors: El Ghazouli Khalid , El Khatabi Jamal , Soulhi Aziz , Shahrour Isam
Published: November 2021

Urbanization and an increase in precipitation intensities due to climate change, in addition to limited urban drainage systems (UDS) capacity, are the main causes of combined sewer overflows (CSOs) that cause serious water pollution problems in many cities around the world. Model predictive control (MPC) systems offer a new approach to mitigate the impact of CSOs by generating optimal temporally and spatially varied dynamic control strategies of sewer system actuators. This paper presents a novel MPC based on neural networks for predicting flows, a stormwater management model (SWMM) for flow conveyance, and a genetic algorithm for optimizing the operation of sewer systems and defining the best control strategies. The proposed model was tested on the sewer system of the city of Casablanca in Morocco. The results have shown the efficiency of the developed MPC to reduce CSOs while considering short optimization time thanks to parallel computing.
An investigation into the role of treatment performance and soil characteristics of soil-based wastewater treatment systems
Authors: Baykuş N. , Karpuzcu M. , Yurtsever A.
Published: November 2021

Soil-based onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS) are becoming more important for the treatment and disposal of wastewater in areas that do not have central wastewater collection and treatment systems. However, there are concerns that OWTS may have adverse effects on public health and environment. The purpose of this study is to treat wastewater using a natural soil column in order to evaluate treatment system performance. Wastewater was applied to two different natural soils at different flow rates of 9, 18 and 36 L/day. The treatment performances of wastewater and geotechnical properties of the natural soils were examined. As a result of this study, the percentage of COD and SS removal in wastewater after soil column filtration ranged from 36.2% to 80.5% and 84.4% to 97.9% respectively. pH values of wastewater after the filtration were measured at between 7.75 and 8.12. TP and TN removal rates were found in the range of 23.9–76.8% and 12.4–83.0%, respectively. The column effluent water was classified as both ‘high hardness class’ in terms of hardness and ‘polluted water’ in terms of conductivity. Column effluent water was found in ‘low, medium, and high hazard’ classes in terms of SAR. Whereas the PL values of the natural soils were found to increase by up to 4.8% in the filtration area, specific gravity decreased by nearly 1.1%. The values of LL, PI, maximum dry density, optimum water content, and permeability changed depending on the soil type. The UCS of the natural soils after wastewater filtration decreased by about 5.9%. It was concluded that natural soils have positive effects on treatment of wastewater in a short time.
An Updated Review on the Therapeutic, Diagnostic, and Prognostic
Value of Long Non-Coding RNAs in Gastric Cancer
Authors: Mohammadzadeh Alemeh , Dastmalchi Narges , Hussen Bashdar Mahmud , Shadbad Mahdi Abdoli , Safaralizadeh Reza
Published: November 2021

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As a novel group of non-coding RNAs, long non-coding RNA (lncRNAs) can
substantially regulate various biological processes. Downregulated tumor-suppressive
lncRNAs and upregulated oncogenic lncRNAs (onco-lncRNAs) have been implicated in
gastric cancer (GC) development. These dysregulations have been associated with decreased
chemosensitivity, inhibited apoptosis, and increased tumor migration in GC. Besides,
growing evidence indicates that lncRNAs can be a valuable diagnostic and prognostic
biomarker, and their expression levels are substantially associated with the clinicopathological
features of affected patients. The current study aims to review the recent
findings of the tumor-suppressive lncRNAs and onco-lncRNAs in GC development and
highlight their therapeutic, diagnostic, and prognostic values in treating GC cells. Besides,
it intends to highlight the future direction of lncRNAs in treating GC.
Polyphenols and Stem Cells for Neuroregeneration in Parkinson’s Disease and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Authors: Goyal Shweta , Seth Brashket , Chaturvedi Rajnish K.
Published: November 2021

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Parkinson’s disease (PD) and Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are neurological disorders pathologically characterized by chronic degeneration of dopaminergic neurons and motor neurons, respectively. There is still no cure or effective treatment against the disease progression and most of the treatments are symptomatic. The present review offers an overview of the different factors involved in the pathogenesis of these diseases. Subsequently, we focused on the recent advanced studies of dietary polyphenols and stem cell therapies, which have made it possible to slow down the progression of neurodegeneration. To date, stem cells and different polyphenols have been used for the directional induction of neural stem cells into dopaminergic neurons and motor neurons. We have also discussed their involvement in the modulation of different signal transduction pathways and growth factor levels in various in vivo and in vitro studies. Likewise stem cells, polyphenols also exhibit the potential of neuroprotection by their anti-apoptotic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidant properties regulating the growth factors levels and molecular signaling events. Overall this review provides a detailed insight into recent strategies that promise the use of polyphenol with stem cell therapy for the possible treatment of PD and ALS.
Update on Myositis Therapy: From Today’s Standards to Tomorrow’s Possibilities
Authors: Glaubitz Stefanie , Zeng Rachel , Rakocevic Goran , Schmidt Jens
Published: November 2021

Inflammatory myopathies, in short, myositis, are heterogeneous disorders that are characterized by
inflammation of skeletal muscle and weakness of arms and legs. Research over the past few years has led to a
new understanding regarding the pathogenesis of myositis. The new insights include different pathways of the
innate and adaptive immune response during the pathogenesis of myositis. The importance of non-inflammatory
mechanisms such as cell stress and impaired autophagy has been recently described. New target-specific
drugs for myositis have been developed and are currently being tested in clinical trials. In this review, we discuss
the mechanisms of action of pharmacological standards in myositis and provide an outlook of future treatment
approaches.
Biosynthesized CdS Nanoparticle Induces ROS-dependent Apoptosis in Human Lung
Cancer Cells
Authors: Shaikh Soni , Nasrin Tina , Patra Mousumi , Rahaman Sayed Modinur , Das Tapan Kumar
Published: November 2021

Background:

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that the number of cancer-related deaths
was 9.6 million in 2018 and 2.09 million deaths occurred by lung cancer. The American Institute for Cancer Research
(AICR) also observed gender preferences in lung cancer, common in men than women. Since the past decade, nanoparticles
have now been widely documented for their anti-cancer properties, which signifies that the development of
nanotechnology would be a future diagnosis and treatment strategy for lung cancer.

Objective:

The current study aimed to investigate the role of biosynthesized CdS nanoparticles (CdS NPs) in lung
cancer cells (A549). Therefore, whether the CdS NP induces lung cancer cell death and the underlying mechanism is
yet to be elucidated.

Methods:

Literature was searched from various archives of biomedical and life science journals. Then, CdS NPs were
biosynthesized and characterized by traditional and cutting-edge protocols. The CdS NP-mediated cell death was elucidated
following standard protocols.

Results:

CdS NPs induced cytotoxicity towards A549 cells in a dose-dependent manner. However, such a death
mechanism does not go through necrosis. Intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulation and mitochondrial
membrane depolarization demonstrated that cell death is associated with intracellular ROS production. Furthermore,
increased sub-G1 population, Bax expression, and decreased Bcl-2 expression revealed that the death was caused by
apoptosis.

Conclusion:

CdS NPs promote apoptosis-mediated lung cancer cell death through ROS production.
impact of the transnationalization process on the consumer market of Ukraine
Authors: Kniazieva Tetiana V. , Shevchenko Anna V. , Radchenko Hanna A. , Komova Olena S. , Pankova Liliia O.
Published: November 2021

During the research it was found that globalization in no way affects the content of monopoly capital, which had changed its form because of the existence of transnationalization process. The increasing number of transnational corporations not only enhances engagement with the state at the nowadays process of globalization. Minimization of the negative consequences of transnational corporations on the consumer market, providing the country’s food security suggested the implementation of a strategy of import substitution and reasonable protectionism. It triggers upgrades foreign economic strategies, improves institutional and organizational, and economic efforts of state regulation to ensure the protection of the boundaries of the consumer market. Here are target goals are defined: growth of own production; increase in investment demand; increasing non-raw exports through the export of high-tech, knowledge-based goods, and services; intensification of measures within the system of integrated export support.
Relasi kuasa dalam pengembangan perangkat lunak open source perpustakaan perguruan tinggi di Bali
Authors: Suhartika I Putu , Haryanti Ni Putu Premierita
Published: November 2021

Introductions. Discussions on critical perspectives of open source software is limited as most studies focus on technical aspects. This study examines aspects of process, form, ideology, and implications of power relations in the development of open source software for university libraries in Bali, observed from non-technical aspects of the system.

Research methods. The paper used cultural studies method with semi-structured interviews, observation, and documentation as data collection methods.

Data analysis. This study used genealogy and deconstruction methods involving Foucault and Derrida theory.

Results and discussion. The process of power relations in the development of open source software for university libraries in Bali is not only comes in parallel, but also in hegemonic relations. These relations are based on knowledge and influenced by the ideology of librarianship, free, open source, and capitalist which have implications for libraries, librarians, and users.

Conclusions and suggestions. The practice of power relations in the development of open source software for university libraries in Bali occurred through knowledge and hegemonic power. Therefore, human resources should also improve their communication skills.
Indonesian Uncertainty on Tourism Components in the New Normal Period and the Ability to Travel Soon
Authors: Hakim Imam Nur , Koesfardani Chamma Fitri Putri Pradjwalita , Amory I Dewa Gede Richard Alan
Published: November 2021

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit Indonesia, one of the most-impacted industries was its tourism sector. After the government developed various transmission prevention policies, a press release from the Indonesian president in May 2020 established the new normal terms. These new terms sought to allow Indonesians to return to travel as soon as possible with several protocols in place. However, the post-pandemic situation has made some Indonesians feel an intolerance towards the uncertainty of changes in the tourism component. Through a descriptive quantitative approach using the theory of Intolerance of Uncertainty (IU), this study aimed to determine what Indonesians feel about uncertainty, how they feel about it, and how to reduce these feelings in Camilleri’s five components of tourism. The results showed that Indonesians feel uncertainty in every component of tourist destinations, with accommodation being the most significant factor, followed by financial, protocol readiness, and health factors, particularly the threat of contracting the virus and the number of cases. Therefore, appropriate handling to eliminate the number of affected cases and the uncertainty of crowds in the destination can significantly contribute to creating the ideal situation awaited by most Indonesians before they decide to return to travel.
Synthesis of Fluorinated Heterocyclic Compounds for Pharmacological Screening
Authors:   Department Of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Nargund College of Pharmacy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru. 560085 (India), BINOY NIVYA , NARGUND SHACHINDRA L. ,   Department Of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Nargund College of Pharmacy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru. 560085 (India), NARGUND SHRAVAN L. ,   Department Of Pharmaceutics, Nargund College of Pharmacy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru-560085 (India), NARGUND RAMA ,   Department Of Pharmacology, Nargund College of Pharmacy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru-560085 (India)
Published: November 2021

A series of derivatives of (E)-6-chloro-5-fluoro-2-styryl-1H-benzo[d]imidazole, and 5-fluoro-2-methylN-phenyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-6-amine was synthesized. Compounds confirmed by melting point, FT-IR, 1HNMR, Mass spectral analytical techniques and predicted for their ADME, Pharmacokinetic properties.Synthesized compounds screened for better antibacterial and antiinflammatory activity. To synthesize a series of novel trisubstituted fluorinated benzimidazole derivatives and evaluate the physicochemical, ADME and pharmacokinetic properties and biological activity. The starting material Flouro-chloro-aniline ona series of reaction such as acetylation, nitration, deacetylation followed by reductionto get 4-fluoro-5-chloroorthophenylene diamine. The di-amino compound cyclized with acetyl chloride to obtain 6-chloro-5-fluoro-2- methyl-1H-benzimidazole which on reaction with various aromatic aldehyde forms series of compounds 31(a-h), and with various anilines forms compounds 32(a-j). Physicochemical, ADME and pharmacokinetic properties predicted Insilco. Antimicrobial activity screened by Agar diffusion method. In vitro antiinflammatory activity screened by protein denaturation assay.The compounds synthesized confirmed by melting Point, FT-IR, 1HNMR, Mass spectral analytical techniques and predicted for their ADME, Pharmacokinetic properties in silico. The compounds screened and confirmed with moderate antimicrobial, and in vitro antiinflammatory activity.
College Students’ Well-being during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Authors: Q. Iglesia Michaela , Lu Ming-Tsan
Published: November 2021

Studies have shown increased levels of distress during the coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) pandemic, and college students are becoming more recognized as a vulnerable population. This narrative systematic review aims to synthesize the current understanding of mental health, lifestyle, and socioeconomic impacts that the pandemic had on college students in the United States. A search was conducted on PubMed, PsycInfo, and Web of Science. A total of 34 observational studies were included which examined aspects of college students’ health and experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. A great deal of students was shown to experience a moderate level of stress and subsyndromal depression and anxiety in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Several risk and protective factors have been characterized. Students experienced various academic, financial, and housing disruptions. Studies have highlighted the need for institutional support to reduce the adverse psychological impact of the pandemic. There is a need for further large-scale research to assess the scope of COVID-19-related biopsychosocial impact, especially in vulnerable populations such as racial/ethnic and sexual/gender minorities.
P-adic discrete semigroup of contractions
Authors: El amrani Abdelkhalek , Ettayb Jawad , Blali Aziz
Published: November 2021

Let A ∈ B(X) be a spectral operator on a non-archimedean Banach space over Cp. In this paper, we give a necessary and sufficient condition on the resolvent of A so that the discrete semigroup consisting of powers of A is contractions.
Black Cotton Soil Stabilization by Using Fly Ash - Kota Stone Slurry Mix
Authors: Nanda Phoolwanti
Published: November 2021

Abstract: The usage of waste material for stabilizing black cotton soil has been a sustainable interest. Kota stone slurry is a waste from kota stone and fly ash is a waste from industries containing high amount of sodium and magnesium, was used as a soil stabilizer for blac cotton soil improvement in this study. This research investigated the effects of sizes and percentages of kota stone slurry mix and fly ash on the physical and strength properties, which included particle size distribution, Atterberg limits, compaction, and unconfined compressive strength (UCS) of blac cotton soil. Micro structural characterization, including the scanning electron microscopic, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction was conducted on both untreated and treated black cotton soil samples to examine the mechanism of strength development. The addition of kota stone slurry and fly ash reduced the water holding capacity, which then caused the reduction in soil plasticity (from 18 to 11%) and optimum water content (from 20 to 16%) along with the increase in peak dry density (from 1.66 to 1.74 Mg/m3). The strength of black cotton soil may increased from 50 to almost 220 kPa. The optimum kota stone slurry and fly ash contents, providing the highest UCS, were at 20 and 30% for 0.063 mm kota stone slurry and fly ash and 0.15 mm kota stone slurry and fly ash, respectively. The UCS improvement of treated marine clay is attributed to the formation of cementation compounds, mainly aluminum magnesium silicate hydrate (A–M–S–H). The outcome of this research will allow the use of RBT as a low-carbon soil stabilizer across civil engineering applications. Keywords: Stablization, Fly ash, kota stone slurry, Atterberg limits, Compaction, and unconfined compressive strength
Images of Justice Artists' Biographies
Authors: Milani Omid
Published: November 2021

Images of Justice Artists' Biographies
Del rosa de la Plaza Rocha al rojo de la Plaza Matheu. El “Encontrolazo” como experiencia queer en el espacio urbano de la ciudad de La Plata, en el marco del 34 º Encuentro Nacional de Mujeres
Authors: Ursino Sandra Valeria , Cirone Maira Miuños
Published: November 2021

Este trabajo analiza el Encontrolazo como una experiencia queer urbana en el marco del 34º ENM realizado en La Plata, Buenos Aires, durante el año 2019. Asimismo, indaga las huellas urbanas materiales y simbólicas que se producen en el espacio público, las cuales constituyen un aporte significativo para visibilizar luchas, repensar feminismos y disidencias sexuales. El abordaje teórico es enunciado desde la teoría queer y los feminismos del norte global y latinoamericanos. A nivel metodológico, se realiza un estudio de caso con análisis de fuentes secundarias, material bibliográfico, recorridos y registro de huellas urbanas. Como resultado se destaca la identificación del Encontrolazo como una nueva experiencia de socialización, apertura de voces y miradas, de denuncias y resistencias en la ciudad; la politización del espacio público, y la ausencia de políticas públicas urbanas, la cual se expresa en la conformación del Circuito Urbano Queer a modo de espacio alternativo y de resistencia.
The body, the house and the city: the territorialities of black women in Brazil
Authors: Manzi Maya , Anjos Maria Edna dos Santos Coroa dos
Published: November 2021

This article presents a discussion on the relationship between territoriality and intersectionality based on the experience of Black Brazilian women throughout the historical process that has triggered a long trajectory of struggle against racism and sexism. Bibliographical and documentary research has been used in order to discuss the territories of the body, the house and the city, understood as spaces of oppression and resistance. While these analytical categories have received considerable attention, especially within the Black feminist movement itself, few studies have explicitly or thoroughly addressed the relationship between intersectionality and territoriality based on an expanded conception of territory that goes from the body through to the city. Reflecting upon these concepts as a collective unit and through a multi-scalar perspective may help to provide greater visibility to the protagonist spaces of Black Brazilian women in their struggle for reparation, recognition and the right to exist.
Digital currencies and digital transformation strategy
Authors:   Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, EMELIN ILYA
Published: November 2021

The paper examines the events of the Gaidar Forum – 2021 dedicated to the features of digital transformation. By analyzing the speakers’ presentations, the author notes the need to minimize the negative consequences of the coronavirus pandemic for the world economy, to unleash the creative potential and sustainable development of countries. At the same time, the question of creating an image of the future, a semantic paradigm, a strategy for the development of an integral system remains relevant. This requires strengthening business partnerships, well-coordinated interaction of government agencies (departmental and interdepartmental), and improvement of the digital economy during its transformation. The digitalization of economy enhances economic growth, creates opportunities for structural transformations, and necessary conditions for the “post-covid” development of the healthcare system. Digitalization should bring about a proactive, standardized online public service delivery. Digital transformation brings many significant structural changes affecting many areas of our lives. Since digitalization is a long-term and complicated process, particular attention should be paid to maintaining the stability of the labor market, the efficiency of the education system, and the security of big data. Digital transformation should improve the quality of public services, the overall number of digital service users, and the growth of citizens’ well-being
Assessing the quality of public administration in Russia and other large economies of the world
Authors:   Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, DOBROLYUBOVA ELENA
Published: November 2021

The article presents a comparative analysis of governance quality in Russia and other countries in the top ten leaders in terms of GDP level (based on purchasing power parity). Based on the synthesis of international approaches, the author suggests three critical dimensions to measuring governance quality: justified and impartial state interference, effectiveness, and efficiency. The analysis is based on the data of international organizations. The article suggests that, among other countries, Russia is not leading in any of governance quality indicators. Noteworthy, while Russia’s positions are comparable with those of other large countries in human development index, adjusted net savings, and the ease of doing business, the country is lagging behind most of the top ten world economies both in terms of citizen satisfaction with education and primary health services and in terms of the level of citizen protection from government-controlled risks. In the area of corruption, the gap is even more significant. Overall, the results of the comparative analysis suggest the need to undertake a system of measures aiming at improving justice, effectiveness, and efficiency of public administration in Russia based on developing and implementing a comprehensive governance quality enhancement strategy. This would allow transforming public administration into a factor supporting rather than constraining social and economic development and improving quality of life in Russia.
Digitalization features of integration associations (on the example of the EU and the EAEU)
Authors:   Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, PANKRATOV IGOR
Published: November 2021

The article provides and analyzes the theoretical foundations and practices of digitalization of integration associations on the example of the European Union and the Eurasian Economic Union. Studying the program documents on digitalization (digital agendas), the authors identified the features and risks of the digital transformation of various integration associations. The article describes the digitalization of integration associations as a concept and logic of interaction between citizens, business entities, industry structures, government bodies of countries participating in an integration association in a common information space. These ideas are expressed in the form of explicit algorithms, specifications, and standards unified for each participating country and implemented in the form of integrated information systems of B2B, B2G, G2G formats with a single coordination and monitoring center.
Experimental legislation: some conceptual approaches to explanation
Authors:   Khabarovsk Krai, DEGTYAREV MIKHAIL
Published: November 2021

In connection with the adoption of the Federal Law of July 31, 2020 No. 258-FZ “On Experimental Legal Regimes in the Field of Digital Innovations in the Russian Federation” and of the Federal Law of July 31, 2020 No. 247-FZ “On Mandatory Requirements in the Russian Federation” (Article 13 “Experimental legal regime”) the topic of experimental legislation was updated. The article is devoted to the application of the experimental approach in legal regulation. The author reveals the essence of the concept of experimental legislation, explains the goals and objectives of using the appropriate technologies. The author notes that although in a broad sense it can be said that the adoption of any new law is in itself an experiment, there are still significant differences within the experimental law. The author sets out the essential features of a legislative experiment. The article examines the reasons for the need and prerequisites for the rationality of the use of experimental legislation. The author shows the nature of legislative experimentation and the merits of this toolkit. The author shows the areas of relevant application of the method of experimental legislation. The species diversity of methods of experimental regulatory regulation is indicated. The article compares the method of practical experimental legislation and the method of thought experiment in norm-writing and law- making activities. The article compares the method of practical experimental legislation and the method of digital duplicate-models of legislative acts. The author substantiates the existence of limits of applicability of the method of experimental legislation and demonstrates selected technologies of experimental legislation. In conclusion, the author turns to the complex and controversial problems of using the method of experimental legislation.
Features of Prosecutor’s supervision over observing the citizens’ labor rights in the context of the spread of new coronavirus infection (COVID-19)
Authors:   Research Institute of the University of the Prosecutor’s Office of the Russian Federation, TROSHINA NATALYA
Published: November 2021

The author analyzes the problematic aspects of the prosecutor’s supervision over the observance of the labor rights of citizens involved in remote work and the temporary transfer of employees to remote work at the initiative of the employer in exceptional cases. During the spread of coronavirus infection (COVID-19), the legal regulation of teleworking is one of the most important aspects requiring special attention. In practice, remote work is connected with such difficulties as the discipline of workers. In the article, the author gives considerations regarding the workplace of a remote worker, highlights the rules for bringing an employee to disciplinary responsibility, and shows the means of regulating the labor discipline for teleworking employees. The author emphasizes that it is through the efforts of the employer that it is possible to increase the discipline of employees in remote work. The article describes the position of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation regarding civil claims for reinstatement at work during the period of working remotely. Also, the author analyzes the state of legality in the field of labor relations. The article provides the author’s point of view concerning the application of labor legislation and the implementation of prosecutorial supervision in this field.
Financial support for universities in the top of Project 5–100 and its impact on the quality of education
Authors:   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, KVASHIN ALEXANDER
Published: November 2021

Analysis of the main trends in the development of the market for higher education services, affecting the transformation of university financing models, shows that improving the quality of educational services in Russian universities directly depends on an increase in the share of revenues received from research and development, as well as the ability of universities to present the results of their research and development in the form of a complete product from a marketing point of view and build a competent strategy for promoting innovations in the market. In the context of creating a long-term strategy for increasing the competitive advantages of leading universities, the author pays special attention to Project 5–100 of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation, the purpose of which is to maximize the competitive position of a group of leading Russian universities in the global market of educational services and research programs. It is noted that university funding comes from various sources, while budgetary revenues dominate the structure of income, and the reduction in budgetary provision significantly affects the financial condition of Russian universities. The author comes to the conclusion that the forms and mechanisms of financial management of universities and research organizations are not strictly regulated, they independently choose the sources of funding.
Evolution of public administration in the post-Soviet countries. The Republic of Azerbaijan
Authors:   Academy of public administration under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, ALAKBAROV URKHAN , MAMMADOV NIZAMI ,   Russian presidential Academy of national economy and public administration, GABIBOVA ZIYAFAT ,   Academy of public administration under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, RAHIMLI RAJAB ,   Academy of public administration under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Published: November 2021

In the article, the forma- tion and development of public administration in the Azerbaijan Republic is considered, firstly, in the context of the country’s history and culture, its natural, geographical, social, economic features; secondly, through the prism of the principles of sustainable development and the emerging trend in the formation of e-government. It is shown that over the years since independence, the Republic has managed to resolve a number of internal and external political problems, to overcome the consequences of a severe systemic crisis of the 1990s. Invariably the focus of attention of state bodies over the years has been economic issues, the problems of its diversifi- cation and the social and humanitar- ian sphere, its state, prerequisites and conditions for development. A comparative analysis based on offi- cial reports of international organi- zations shows that a number of important economic and social indi- cators of Azerbaijan are now at the same level as those of the G7 coun- tries. The achieved level of econom- ic development and implemented successful social policy became possible due to the formation of an adequate system of state and municipal government in the Republic. The article reveals the connection between the formation of an effective public administration system and the spiritual, moral, and cultural condition of society. The support by citizens of public admin- istration structures on the basis of trust creates a positive situation of synergy of management and social self-organization. It is emphasized that maintaining a sustainable development of society, its inclusive nature is possible with an advanced personnel policy in the field of public administration and the use of inno- vative technologies.
On the criteria for defining the concept and the state of legal regulation for the civil service of other types in the Russian Federation
Authors:   Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO University), GURINOVICH ALEXANDER
Published: November 2021

This article analyzes the relevant legislation, identifies the basic criteria for defining the concept of the civil service of other types in the Russian Federation, and describes the current state of its legal regulation. The service of other types is carried out in the federal-state bodies and organizations subordinate to them; such organizations perform special functions to ensure security, law and order, combat crime and protect citizens’ rights and freedoms. The author identifies the reasons for the abolition of such a concept as “law enforcement service” in the civil service systems and considers the process of its transformation into a new segment within this system. Based on the conducted comparative analysis of legislative and subordinate legal acts containing relevant regulatory provisions, the analysis shows that today the civil service of other types is carried out in state bodies defined as law enforcement agencies. To reflect the current state of legal regulation for the civil service of other types, the author notes an increase in the corresponding legislative framework in recent years. The issues of legal regulation of work in the field of civil service of other types are worked out in special laws regarding employees of customs authorities, internal affairs bodies, the federal fire service, the criminal justice system, and enforcement bodies. In addition, the article outlines the key priorities for further improvement of legal regulation.
Algorithmic models for analyzing judicial decisions (MAAD)
Authors:   University of Cote d’Azur, GODEFROY LÊMY
Published: November 2021

The article examines the introduction of digitalization into justice processes and the processing of judicial decisions in administrative and civil personal injury compensation disputes. The purpose of the implementation of the algorithms was an attempt to develop indicative criteria and ways to determine the amount of compensation for bodily injury. It is noted that the new rules were met ambiguously by the professional community. For example, delegations of lawyers from G7 countries expressed concerns about the future of justice. The reason for their discontent was the possibility of excluding adversarial discussion from judicial proceedings if artificial intelligence was used. In this context, the regulation of algorithms used in the justice sector, designated by the term “algorithmic models of judicial decision analysis” (MAAD) seems to be a priority for the preservation of democracy and the rule of law. The author believes that MAAD will promote greater openness of the judge, both to the plaintiffs and to the judicial institution, as well as – “coherence” of the case law, making it available for judges to examine. It is emphasized that the introduction of such algorithms is a form of digital judicial collegiality, not the standardization of judicial thinking.
Festival in the big city: the role of festivalization in urban cultural life
Authors:   Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, KUZMINA NATALYA
Published: November 2021

The article analyzes the theoretical aspects of urban festivals as well as their implementation in practice, aimed at forming the image of the city. Urban festivals are cultural events that consolidate a community that shares both the values and meanings conveyed by the festival, giving them a sense of belonging to each other and to the location in which the cultural event takes place. Urban festivals influence the culture of citizen participation, contribute to the emergence of new cultural practices, have a positive impact on the area, the appearance of the city, etc. The article shows that the festivals leave a “trace” in the symbolic, informational and cultural space of the city; they act as a tool for designing the urbanistic image, as well as a kind of “magnet” for tourists. Due to festivalization, the city becomes a place of touristic cultural consumption, and at the same time, acting as an object of investment in the service sector. The festivals create conditions for regulated and safe human interaction with the city. During the festivities, the urban space is filled with diverse and multi-genre cultural events, while some other aspects of urban life become unseen because of the festival activity. The author concludes that the city festival forms a specific type of urban citizen. Another feature of the city festival is that it helps to “revive” the place where it is held (the city), to activate the creative potential of young artists and cultural workers, to increase the attractiveness of cultural institutions (concert halls and other venues) among the citizens, in particular, the new audience, to educate the artistic and aesthetic taste of young people.
Evolution of public administration in the post-Soviet countries. Kyrgyz Republic
Authors:   Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, AKMATALIEV ALMAZBEK , SHABDANBAEVNA ABDYRAMANOVA ,   Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic
Published: November 2021

The article examines the features of the development of Kyrgyz statehood after gaining independence in 1991. With the collapse of the Soviet Union, not only the economic system but also the system of public administration and civil service underwent a complete reform, since it was also required to respond to the changed realities. The formation of the young Kyrgyz state was accompanied by a catastrophic decline in production, inflation, an increase in poverty and crime. However, the actions of the authorities minimized negative trends and provided a clear and transparent legislative basis for changes in the country. The political decisions allowed starting the fight against corruption, carrying out the necessary reforms, and providing Kyrgyzstan with the opportunity to become an example of a small open economy that has taken strategic measures to establish new market institutions. In 2017, for the first time in the modern history of the Central Asian states, a peaceful transfer of presidential power was carried out in the Kyrgyz Republic. The current constitution limits presidential powers to one six-year term.