bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Khlebnikov in China
Authors: Luo Yu. , Bekmetov R. F.
Published: April 2024

The question of how Velimir Khlebnikov’s work was perceived in China is among the little studied ones. We have a definite idea of the forms the Chinese theme took in Khlebnikov’s philosophical and aesthetic consciousness as a part of the general orientalist views of the Russian futurist poet. At the same time, the problem of the actual Chinese development of V. Khlebnikov’s artistic heritage (the dialogue among cultures presupposes their two-way connection, interlacement of assessments and judgments) remains open. Thus, the article highlights the most relevant literary and translation aspects of V. Khlebnikov’s reception by the Chinese.

These two aspects of research are traditionally closely related, regardless of national culture issues. The measure and depth of literary interest in foreign-language poetry is determined by the volume of translated texts; in a similar degree, the stability and quality of translation corresponds to the literary vector of the foreign word perception. For the Russian research into Far Eastern literature, this state of affairs is quite axiomatic (since without a preliminary theoretical and historical-literary, as well as hermeneutic analyses, it is impossible to truly understand the poetics of ancient Chinese or medieval Japanese lyrical poetry; all other approaches will be considered amateurish with good reason, which, however, does not exclude the presence of a special, “naïve” charm of these translations from Chinese or Japanese, taken in isolation from the original). The above thesis is also applicable to the Chinese research into Russian literature (Chinese studies of Russian literature), which has been intensively developing in recent years.

The article traces the stages in scientific and philological studies of V. Khlebnikov’s work in China, explains the reasons for Chinese interest in the Silver Age in general and the work of the author of the “Khadzhi Tarkhan” in particular, analyzes the strategies of individual translations of Khlebnikov’s poems into Chinese, taking into account the increased complexity in the transmission of “zaum'” by means of the linguistic system so strikingly different in its internal structure and writing system from Russian.
Integration of chatbots into foreign language learning
Authors: Komarova E. V.
Published: April 2024

Innovative technologies are a part and parcel of modern education. Being integrated in the education process, neural network technologies are of particular interest now. Chatbots are used for different purposes: to gain and consolidate knowledge, to test knowledge, to study foreign languages, to organize the education process, etc. The use of generative AI contributes to education efficiency, improves skills and students’ motivation. One of the most popular and promising generative neural networks is ChatGPT. The use of this chatbot got mixed reviews, and this article examines the possibilities of using chatbots in education. We attempt to use ChatGPT as a support tool for compiling a training manual on developing listening skills for EFL (English as a foreign language) students. We analyze the advantages and disadvantages of using ChatGPT for compiling teaching materials and outline recommendations on how to use this tool efficiently. We found that, in general, the use of ChatGPT optimizes the process of preparing training materials for intermediate-level students. However, it is important to take into account a number of features such as the language register, the genre and text type, semantic breakdown of the text, the risk of neural network making an error, etc. The article concludes that the chatbot, if used correctly, can become an effective virtual assistant for an EFL teacher.
Features of using game technologies when teaching Russian as a foreign language
Authors: Nepomnyashchikh E. A. , Yuehua D.
Published: April 2024

The article is devoted to the peculiarities of using gaming technologies in teaching Russian as a foreign language. Particular attention is paid to the concepts of “edutainment”, “gamification” and “game technologies”, which are considered as a type of innovative technologies in the modern educational process. The game is the basis of these concepts. The article describes the functions of the game and its linguodidactic potential. A brief history of the emergence of these terms is examined and an attempt is made to differentiate them. The effectiveness of using gaming technologies in teaching Russian as a foreign language is proven by creating a comfortable atmosphere in the classroom, increasing interest in the language, activating students and their involvement in the educational process, activating existing and obtaining new knowledge, its practical application, consolidating positive emotions from learning the language. We give examples of a variety of game tasks aimed at developing various personal qualities, as well as testing residual knowledge on previously studied grammatical and regional studies topics. The article concludes that the use of gaming technologies in the process of teaching Russian as a foreign language helps in solving many methodological problems, enabling to form various competencies by over-coming the language barrier and creating special conditions for learning.
Assessment features for complexity of educational texts for schoolchildren
Authors: Dontsov M. A.
Published: April 2024

It is extremely important to choose an appropriate material for the students learning a foreign language. Hence the issues of studying the complexity of academic texts, their readability and their compliance with the level of language proficiency is of outmost importance. At this point, one can note the inevitable interconnection between linguistics and teaching methods. An educational text is a special type of secondary text that has a number of important functions, among which, first of all, there are informative, cognitive and cultural-logical ones. This type of text both contains new information and has an educational and developmental effect on students.

The difficulty of text as well as its readability and complexity are crucial for text understanding. The evaluation of academic texts difficulty is closely connected with consideration of other characteristics. However, there are no widely accepted definitions of such concepts as “difficulty”, “complexity” and “readability” in contemporary linguistics. They are unreasonably used as synonymic notions. That is why the purpose of this article is to more clearly distinguish between these characteristics of the text. The features of complexity assessment of educational texts are revealed on the basis of their key characteristics.

The study of educational texts’ complexity was conducted by using secondary school textbooks on physics. The text analysis was performed with the help of the automated analyzer Rulingva. This study demonstrates the capabilities of this program and presents the results of the analysis, which suggest that the use of Rulingva analyzer could be beneficial not only for linguists, but also for educators, measurement and control materials developers and those preparing for state exams in various academic disciplines.
The concept of Business English teaching (higher education)
Authors: Khachatryan G. S.
Published: April 2024

This paper focuses on the differences between General English and Business English in terms of linguistic and linguodidactic approaches. References to normative documents and fundamental studies are essential for conducting in-depth research in the field of Business English. The paper presents and analyzes multiple sources that address the topic and describes the significance of the target audience in Business English. The article also discusses the key aspects necessary for modeling teaching materials and addresses the roles performed by the Business English teacher, namely: aids taking into account the needs and assessing the abilities of the target audience, the necessary conditions in a multicultural educational environment for students to exchange their cultural values, new educational and methodological resources, such as problem-based communicative tasks that promote the development of necessary competencies and skills for conducting successful intercultural communication in a business environment, etc. The paper examines and analyzes various Business English courses taught in Russian universities. It aims to correlate the course content with the requirements outlined in normative documents and educational standards.
The use of digital technology in music teacher training in China
Authors: Jiang Yu.
Published: April 2024

The Fourth Industrial Revolution and the concept of “Open Innovation” not only changed the nature of international economic processes, but also brought significant changes in the educational sphere, which indicates the relevance of this paper whose purpose is to analyze what digital technologies can be used in the preparation of music teachers in the People’s Republic of China. This objective mediates the following tasks: to reveal the content of the concept of digital technologies; to identify the historical reasons for the Chinese government’s decision to improve the digital competences of future music teachers; to list the digital technologies that have been actively used in the training of Chinese music teachers over the period of 2000-2010 and from 2010 to 2023. The study is based on the works of the following authors: M.G. Bresler, T.L. Guruleva, C. Huai, L.S. Orlova, K. Schwab, L. Han and others. Its scientific novelty lies in the systematization of various researchers’ opinions on the topic of this work. The obtained results can be used by practicing teachers of music pedagogy.
Possessive and relative adjectives in the spiritual and contractual charters of the great and appanage princes in the 14th–15th centuries
Authors: Saltovskaya S. V.
Published: April 2024

In Old Russian, the meaning of belonging was expressed both by possessive and relative adjectives, which, at the same time, retained their lexical-grammar bonds with each other, the latter also expressed possessiveness. Based on the spiritual and contractual charters of the great and appanage princes in the 14th–15th centuries, the present paper is concerned with possessive and relative (formed from possessive) adjectives: it determines the functional correlation of possessive adjectives with the suffixes -ov-//-in- and relative adjectives, derived from the former with a complex of suffixes –ov-ьsk-//-in-ьsk-, and identifies competing ways of their formation: if relative adjectives were represented, as a rule, in word combinations including lexemes denoting forms of land ownership, possessive ones were not limited to vocabulary.

Moreover, within the texts both binomial possessive constructions and more complex ones were presented, those were constructions expressing the possessor’s name by a noun with an apposition, where the possessive adjective as well as the adnominal genitive construction were normally used. Likewise, within the framework of this construction, we find the equivalence of possessive and relative adjectives.
Pragmatic focusing techniques of negative Russia image in American media discourse
Authors: Semenova E. M. , Zeinalova T. F.
Published: April 2024

The article presents a brief study of the means focusing the negative image of Russia in the modern American media discourse, namely, newspaper publications in 2012–2017. We consider speech strategies, tactics of influencing public consciousness, as well as language tools that actualize these ways of presenting information. The purpose of the article is to analyze the most representative ways of pragmatic focusing on the global threat posed by the Russian state, according to the authors of the publications reviewed. To achieve it, we identify the most popular tactics of speech influence and the ways of their actualization at the lexical, syntactic and compositional levels. We have established that the most recurrent ways of implementing the author’s intention, aimed at creating a hostile image of Russia, are as follows: the imposition of certain propositions, demonization of the country’s image, absence of the referent, concealment of causal connections, creation of semantic redundancy and synergy effect, and use of invective labels. Actualization of these tactics is carried out through the author’s appeal to the following verbal means: desemanticized affectives, negatively colored vocabulary, idioms, phrasal verbs, metaphorization, repetition at the lexical level; complex syntactic constructions, impersonal constructions, passive voice, inversion and antithesis at the syntactic level and, finally, reduction of the stylistic register of the text to a conversational level in order to ensure the understanding of the transmitted meanings in the context of the author’s intention.
Comparison of character nominations as a reflection of the national worldview (based on the texts of heroic epics “Jangar” and “Beowulf”)
Authors: Wuren G.
Published: April 2024

Language nomination is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon closely related to human worldview, which plays an important role in language. It reflects the national worldview. Based on two epic works - the Kalmyk heroic epic “Jangar” and the Old English epic “Beowulf”, this study concerns the naming of characters who reflect the national worldview. The main goal of the study is to identify similarities and differences between the national worldviews of these two peoples through the comparison and analysis of the characters’ names in these two epics, belonging to different cultures, taking into account their common features and differences, as well as the cultural values underlying them. To this end, the research required the use of various methodologies, such as the comparative, interpretative, word-formation, descriptive and etymological approaches. The results of the study showed that both cultures have similar and different nominations of characters, which reflect their cultural values. The characters in the epic “Jangar” can be named using colors, body parts, animals and the names of their ancestors; more-over, in Kalmyk culture horses hold an important place and have their own names. In “Beowulf”, unique naming styles are also used, including weapon names, animal names and names of paternal ancestors. The Old English language employs a special naming technique known as kenning. Additionally, the sword holds a high status in Anglo-Saxon culture and has its own name.
Representation of the world as other’s play in the cosmic horror literature
Authors: Vasilev M. F.
Published: April 2024

Cosmic horror is a type of horror literature concerning itself with anthropocentrism rejection and depicting the universe as unknowable, indifferent and epistemologically anomalous. In the context of cosmic horror, man is often described as a plaything of unknown forces, which may seem a contradiction: the concept of play in itself is arguably all-to-human; moreover, a playful attitude is by no means indifferent and thus not exactly compatible with cosmic horror. Nevertheless, according to evolutionary biology, the evidence of play behaviour is not restricted to humans – accordingly, such behaviour is hypothetically an appropriate attribute of transcendent superhuman entities as well. One thus may logically conclude that a non-anthropocentric world still allows depiction in terms of play. Such a depiction is not necessarily equal with conspiratorial one – they differ in perceived motivation and, in some cases, in scope – yet the-world-as-the-other’s-play and conspiracy theories are closely related worldviews and, as such, can over-lap. Demonstrating the importance of the existential in question in the works by H.P. Lovecraft, the key author in the field, the study proceeds to examine the fiction by T. Ligotti, L. Barron, M. Podlewski, and D. Wong (J. Pargin), showing the variety of representations of the-world-as-the-other’s-play in the cosmic horror literature.
The synthetic nature of N. Lvov’s lyrical works in the focus of the “holiday” concept
Authors: Tarasov I. A.
Published: April 2024

This article examines the embodiment features of the dialogue of arts in N. Lvov’s creative heritage (1753-1803) based on the lyrical works of the writer intended for vocal performance (“Winter” (1796), “Duets. To the Music of Zhirdini Printed in London” (1791), “Words to the Finished Music of Seidelman. Duet” (1793), “A Song for Gypsy Dancing” (1789). The research uses the biographical, historical-functional and historical-typological methods. In the course of the study, we found that the synthesis of arts is a semantic and formative element. The writer managed to combine the literary code with the genome of a number of other, sometimes even antonymous, fields of art, which ultimately contributed to the creation of a unique work whose hallmark is eclecticism. Thus, through the active use of the musical art code in his work, N. Lvov managed not only to integrate two areas of art, but also to create a qualitatively new format of musical and literary art with powerful aesthetic potential. A clear example of this is his lyrical work with the concise title “Winter” (1796). In addition, as the analysis showed, the writer managed to organically introduce the festive concept of pagan extraction into the work, in many respects this is due to the genre nature of the text. Realizing the multiplicity of contact points between literature and painting, Lvov sought to develop various mechanisms of rapprochement. For example, he used the tools of fine art when creating the verbal fabric of a poetic text, thanks to which his poetic works acquired a special color and picturesqueness. We can observe this phenomenon in the “Duet. To the Music of Zhirdini Printed in London” (1791) and in “Words to the Finished Music of Seidelman” (1793). Being an innovator, N. Lvov made an attempt to combine various types of art – dynamic (literature) and spatial-temporal (choreography). An example of this kind of experiment is his “A Song for Gypsy Dancing” in whose genome the festive motif characteristic of N. Lvov’s work is traced again.
Geometrical Aspect of Pointwise Semi-Slant Conformal Submersions
Authors: Shuaib Mohammad , Bilal Mohd
Published: April 2024

The aim of this paper is to define pointwise semi-slant conformal submersions from locally product Riemannian manifolds onto Riemannian manifolds. We investigated the conditions under which the distributions are integrable and the leaves of the distributions defines totally geodesic foliation. Additionally, we examined the concept of pluriharmonicity of pointwise semi-slant conformal submersions. In support of the results we obtained, we present non-trivial examples.
New Auxiliary Principle Technique for General Harmonic Directional Variational Inequalities
Authors: Alshejari A. A. , Noor M. A. , Noor K. I.
Published: April 2024

This paper explores the utilisation of harmonic variational inequalities to establish the minimum value among two locally Lipschitz continuous harmonic convex functions. This investigation introduces novel classes of harmonic directed variational inequalities, particularly focusing on scenarios like harmonic complementarity and related optimization challenges. The study proposes and analyses various inertial iterative strategies for addressing harmonic directed variational inequalities through the auxiliary principle technique. It examines convergence criteria under specific weak conditions, emphasising the simplicity of the approach compared to other methodologies. The findings presented herein have broad applicability in the context of harmonic variational inequalities and optimization problems, though they are limited to theoretical exploration. Further research is required to implement these strategies numerically.
Adomian Decomposition Method With Inverse Differential Operator and Orthogonal Polynomials for Nonlinear Models
Authors: Almazmumy M. , Alsulami A. A. , Bakodah H. O. , Alzaid N. A.
Published: April 2024

A proficient Adomian decomposition method is proposed amidst the presence of inverse differential operator and orthogonal polynomials for solving nonlinear differential models. The method is indeed a reformation of the standard Adomian method thereby improving the rapidity of the solution's convergence rate. A generalized recurrent scheme for a general nonlinear model was derived and further utilized to solve certain nonlinear test models. Lastly, numerical results are reported in comparative tables, demonstrating absolute error differences between the exact and approximate solutions with regards to various employed orthogonal polynomials.
Digital marketing as an element of sustainable development: trends, challenges and opportunities
Authors: Dadabaeva Rano , Jamoliddinov Fakhriyor
Published: April 2024

In the intersection of digital marketing and sustainability, emerging trends and innovations are shaping the landscape as businesses increasingly recognize the importance of environmental and social responsibility. The article is devoted to the impact of digital marketing solutions on the process of achieving sustainable development goals. It analyzes trends indicating a significant shift in consumer preferences towards environmentally friendly products and socially responsible consumer behavior. The article provides examples of several international campaigns that illustrate successful efforts contributing to sustainable development. The role of digital technologies in achieving sustainable development goals examined, emphasizing the necessity of integrating sustainability issues into corporate digital strategies.
Quality Analysis of Fresh Vegetable Product with Prima Certificate (Case Study Of Nagari Padang Lua Kecamatan Banuhampu Kabupaten Agam)
Authors: Rina Pebrina Rohayati , Tuty Anggraini  , Deivy Andhika Permata
Published: April 2024

Referring to the Indonesian National Standard (SNI), fresh food quality parameters must have certain physical quality criteria, free from pesticide residues, microbial contamination and free of heavy metal contamination.  The purpose of the study was to analyze the quality of red chili peppers, spring onions, cabbage, eggplant and chickpeas that have been certified prima with 3 (three) testing parameters, namely testing the physical quality of vegetables referring to SNI 01-4480-1998 for red chili products, SNI 01-6996-2004 for spring onion products, SNI 01-3174: 1992 for cabbage products, SNI 3163: 2014 for purple eggplant and chickpea products. Lead heavy metal contamination testing refers to SNI 7387:2009 and microbiological contamination testing refers to SNI 7388:2009. The research was conducted in the Nagari Padang Lua area, Kecamatan Banuhampu, Kabupaten Agam on 5 vegetable cultivation businesses that have been certified as prima. The research method used was descriptive testing. The results showed that there were deviations in the physical quality of fresh red chilies, namely the level of uniformity of the size of red chilies that were below the SNI quality standard (92.33%), very high levels of impurities in leaf onions, total microbial contamination (ALT) in leaf onions and cabbage/cabbage exceeded the maximum limit of total contamination allowed in food, namely 1.39x104 and 1.708x104 E.Coli contamination was detected exceeding the maximum limit of contamination in chickpeas which was 3/gr, while for lead contamination (P4), the total microbial contamination (ALT) in leaf onions and cabbage exceeded the maximum limit of total contamination allowed in food, respectively.
UM ESTUDO SOBRE A INSERÇÃO DE MULHERES NO MERCADO LOGÍSTICO: DESAFIOS E OPORTUNIDADES
Authors: TOLEDO ISABELLY SIQUEIRA DE , TEIXEIRA MARINA CODO ANDRADE , GRITTI NEUSA HARUKA SEZAKI
Published: April 2024

Este trabalho buscou traçar um panorama da representatividade feminina no mercado logístico. Atualmente, a igualdade de gênero e os direitos são frequentemente articulados, mas como isso será alcançado ainda como uma incógnita situação na prática. Através deste trabalho é possível analisar diversosexemplos de mulheres que conseguiram enfrentar situações adversas para lidar com esses desafios. Foi iniciado por levantamento bibliográfico sobre o tema, o contexto histórico das vivências das mesmas, e, constatou-se que a força, a vontade e a perseverança das mulheres foram identificadas, o que ajudou a valorizá-las por seus méritos e pelos resultados produzidos.
ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA ENTRE OPERADORAS DE PLANO DE SAÚDE PARA PESSOA JURÍDICA - UTILIZANDO O MÉTODO DE ANÁLISE HIERÁRQUICA (AHP)
Authors: MONTEIRO PATRÍCIA DA SILVA GODOY , ALMEIDA TÁBATA AP. UMBELINO DE , CORRÊA YASMIN SANTOS , SANCHES ALEXANDRE LEME
Published: April 2024

No mundo contemporâneo, a busca pela integridade mental e física tem se tornado cada vez mais comum entre as pessoas, por esse motivo quando se fala do ramo empresarial é essencial comentar sobre os benefícios que as instituições oferecem, entre elas o plano de saúde. No entanto, quando se trata da obtenção de um plano de saúde é preciso analisar diversos fatores para que seja possível tomar uma decisão mais assertiva e evitar problemas futuros, por esse motivo é essencial analisar se esse plano possui uma cobertura que ofereça, abrangência, reembolso, coparticipação e a relação custo-benefício atrativa. Ademais utiliza-se o método multicritério Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) para auxiliar na identificação de fatores relevantes, a fim de apresentar uma proposta de abordagem que os usuários julguem como mais relevantes na escolha de um serviço de plano de saúde empresarial.
ASPECTOS RELEVANTES NA GESTÃO DA PRODUÇÃO DE MEDICAMENTOS EM UMA FARMÁCIA DE MANIPULAÇÃO
Authors: Nishizaki Jr. Nelson , RODRIGUES ÊNIO FERNANDES
Published: April 2024

Fármacos são produtos com características intrínsecas que necessitam de cuidados específicos em seu processo produtivo seguindo rigorosos critérios de normas e resoluções que regem este mercado, a fim de garantir a integridade de seus componentes físico-químicos e entregar ao consumidor um produto que conserve todas as suas propriedades originais. As farmácias de manipulação representam uma parcela significativa deste mercado, devido sua natureza singular de prover as necessidades individuais de seus clientes. Por vezes, manipulam produtos de alto valor agregado, tal como é o caso do fármaco Tacrolimus, utilizado em medicações imunossupressoras, que são fornecidos em embalagens que contém apenas uma grama, face ao seu elevado valor. O presente estudo objetivou explorar de modo prático aspectos gerais envolvidos no processo produtivo de medicamentos em uma determinada farmácia de manipulação localizada em Guarulhos/SP. O método de pesquisa empregado é o estudo de caso, com enfoque qualitativo e abordagem exploratória descritiva, e o instrumento de pesquisa utilizado foi um questionário estruturado com perguntas abertas.
Solving the global STEM educational crisis using Cognitive Load Optimization and Artificial Intelligence–A preliminary comparative analysis
Authors: Maj Stanislaw Paul
Published: April 2024

There is a persistent STEM educational crisis exemplified by low student enrolments, and both high failure and attrition rates. ChatGPT is easy to use, however pedagogical quality is not necessarily assured. In one experiment the output had a high cognitive load exacerbated by cognitive gaps making the material hard to teach and learn. ChatGPT is a useful pedagogical technology but not a learning theory. Science, technology and engineering all start by quantitatively modelling systems in order to make accurate and quantitative predictions prior to construction or system modification. By contrast, the current learning theories in use today are based on qualitative soft-science principles, with subjective guidelines that are open to interpretation, which can lead to wide variations in the quality of instructional materials and learning outcomes. Cognitive Load Optimization (CLO) is a new Science of Learning (SoL) theory that quantitatively models relational knowledge as coherent, contiguous, pedagogically scalable schemas optimized for the lowest cognitive load. CLO schemas represent the easiest, fastest and most efficient learning paths and are the fundamental basis of instructional design and teaching. Because CLO schemas are pedagogically scalable it is possible to create CLO schemas that are contiguous across different educational levels (school, college and university) thereby uniquely meeting the goals of the American National Science Foundation SoL (‘optimized learning for all’) and the Australian Grattan Institute (‘optimized learning from pre-school to university’). Using CLO results in significant improvements in STEM learning outcomes but is a detailed methodology that can be time consuming to use. The relative advantages and disadvantages of ChatGPT and CLO are highlighted.
Amor de Deus em Refração Psicológica
Authors: Tepe Valfredo
Published: April 2024

“Deus é amor” (1 Jo 4, 8). Os místicos talvez tenham compreensão intuitiva dessa maravilhosa verdade enunciada por São João. Para o comum dos mortais, todo conhecimento é adquirido laboriosamente pelo método discursivo. Percorrendo etapa por etapa, chegamos à síntese do conhecimento final. Além do mais, quando se trata de conhecimentos transcendentais, precisamos lançar mão da analogia. Pela comparação elevamo-nos do conhecido ao desconhecido, afirmando em parte, em parte negando...
RISK ASSESSMENT OF ECONOMIC ORGANISED CRIME IN UKRAINE
Authors: Korystin Oleksandr , Kardashevskyy Yuriy , Baskov Vitalii
Published: April 2024

The subject of the study is the methodological foundations and applied approaches to assessing the impact of organised crime on economic relations in the country. Methodology. The study uses two key approaches to the criminological analysis of organised crime: statistical (based on state statistics) and sociological (risk assessment based on expert surveys). The purpose of the article is to compare analytical approaches and results of data analysis on the activities of organised crime in the economic sphere in Ukraine. The activity of organised crime in the economic sphere in Ukraine has been analysed on the basis of state statistics and sociological surveys conducted in recent years under various research projects. With a focus on the comparative interest of these two criminological approaches, the authors highlights the problem of identifying manifestations of organised economic crime not as individual non-systemic cases, but as a criminal phenomenon of a systemic nature which permeates various areas of economic activity. At the same time, it was found that the state statistics do not objectively reflect the problems of organised crime in the country, and that they are levelling the real state. Among the various sociological methods of criminological analysis, the authors focused on the risk-oriented approach to the assessment of crime, considering the risk of the spread of organised crime in the economic sphere on the basis of an expert assessment of the probability and consequences of the spread of these threats. This approach and its results point to critical gaps in criminological research based on state statistics and suggest promising approaches for future research. Conclusion. The risk-oriented approach points to systemic manifestations of the phenomenon of organised crime and the high risk of organised crime groups in the economy of Ukraine. Using a unique empirical base formed by research projects, significant threats to the country's economy and high-risk threats in the form of various manifestations of organised crime were identified: according to law enforcement agencies – 62.30%; in the system of hybrid threats – 41.38%-44.74%; in the field of forestry – 55.67%; in the field of fiscal security, in the section of individual branches of the economy, the most significant level of risk is in the range of 60-70%.
RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS PRACTICE BY INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS AS THE BASIC MEANS OF PREVENTING VIOLATIONS OF PUBLIC INTEREST OF CITIZEN INVESTORS
Authors: Vazhynskyi Volodymyr , Pohoretskyi Mykola , Toporetska Zoriana
Published: April 2024

The article is devoted to the analysis of the concept of "responsible business conduct" from the point of view of public interest. It is noted that responsible corporate governance has its origins in the concept of "corporate social responsibility", which became widespread in the 1970s in the US and the UK as a result of increased public and consumer attention to the overall image of companies. At the international level, many documents have been adopted to regulate corporate social responsibility. However, not enough has been done in Ukraine to introduce this category into economic activity. The purpose of the research is to analyse the legal grounds and theoretical approaches to the formation of the concept of "responsible business conduct" and to present the author's approach to the essence of the concept of "responsible business conduct of institutional investors" from the point of view of the protection of the public interest. According to the purpose of the article, several scientific methods of modern epistemology were used in the scientific research. The methodological basis of the study was the theory of legal cognition developed by prominent experts in the field of investment law. In addition, special research methods were used, in particular: comparative – to compare the rules of international and national law; historical and legal – for retrospective analysis of the concept of social responsibility; special legal – for in-depth analysis of the regulations governing the procedure of investment; systematic approach and logical-legal method – to analyse the impact of some factors on the investment activity of individuals and some elements of the formation of logical and specific theoretical and applied conclusions. In conclusion, the authors define responsible business as a set of generally accepted norms, rules and principles that are voluntarily implemented by companies in order to achieve the goals of sustainable development of society; they are not part of the national legislation of Ukraine, but their observance indicates a certain business reputation of the business entity. For institutional investors, responsible corporate governance includes two main groups of activities of an institutional investor: "responsible attraction" of funds and "responsible investment" of funds of individual investors. The authors proposed to divide the responsible business conduct of an institutional investor to manifest its social responsibility into "responsible attraction" of funds and "responsible investment" of funds.
FORMATION OF A MODEL OF INFORMATION LITERACY IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY OF THE XXI CENTURY (ON THE EXAMPLE OF EU COUNTRIES)
Authors: Nikitenko Vitalina , Voronkova Valentyna , Kaganov Yuriy
Published: April 2024

The relevance of the study of information literacy in the 21st century is paramount in the context of education and social development, particularly in light of the prevailing trend of digitalisation. Information literacy has emerged as a crucial skill set for effectively navigating the modern information society, characterised by the exponential growth and accessibility of information. The ability to engage with information critically and proficiently has become indispensable for personal and professional advancement in today's world. The subject of the article revolves around the significance of information literacy in the 21st century, particularly in the context of education and social development amidst the digitalisation trend. Methodology. Using a variety of methods and approaches, including cross-cultural, systemic, structural-functional, institutional, anthropological and axiological approaches, as well as general scientific methods, the authors aim to identify the strengths and weaknesses of people in information literacy and develop strategies to improve their competence in this area. The study employs a comprehensive approach to investigate both the theoretical and practical aspects of information literacy formation in the modern era. The overarching approach involves integrating information literacy into the educational curriculum, providing support to educators and fostering an environment conducive to the cultivation of these skills among students and the broader populace. This holistic approach recognises the importance of information literacy as a cornerstone of modern education and social progress, ensuring that individuals are equipped to thrive in an increasingly digitised world. In this study, the primary objective is to explore both the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of information literacy in the contemporary era. Information literacy encompasses not only the capacity to effectively interact with information but also the ability to evaluate it critically and leverage it to accomplish specific objectives. The theoretical and practical significance of this study lies in fostering digital competence, which entails not only understanding the digital landscape but also actively utilising technology and problem-solving skills. In conclusion, the study emphasises the paramount importance of information literacy in the contemporary era characterised by rapid digitalisation. As society grapples with the challenges and opportunities presented by the influx of information, the ability to navigate, evaluate, and utilise information effectively emerges as a linchpin for personal and societal advancement.
MODERN TOOLS FOR MANAGING LOCAL BUDGETS IN THE CONTEXT OF DECENTRALISATION
Authors: Chudaieva Iіa , Sukach Olena , Sarana Lesia
Published: April 2024

The crisis in Ukraine's economy requires the government to take significant transformation steps. The issue of decentralization of state powers in favor of local self-government as a basis for the transition to a new administrative-territorial system remains relevant. After all, the current assistance from partner countries to rebuild infrastructure and provide social guarantees does not cover the needs of local governments. Today, the budgets of hromadas, which are formed in accordance with the basic principles of the Concept of Reforming Local Self-Government and Territorial Organization of Power in Ukraine, demonstrate an increase in revenue sources, but these resources are not enough to restore the country's economy. The purpose of the article is to highlight the results of decentralisation in Ukraine; to identify the impact of structural changes in the national economy on the financial capacity of local self-government bodies. Methodology. To achieve this goal, the article uses the structural method, comparative analysis of empirical data, and abstract and logical generalisation. Results. The paper examines the current realities of filling the budgets of hromadas. It finds that, despite the hostilities and the consequences of the coronavirus crisis, some local budgets in 2022-2023 were executed with a surplus. However, one of the factors behind this situation is the increase in "military" income tax revenues, which has significantly strengthened local budgets, but at the same time led to the misuse of funds. At the same time, there was an increase in capital expenditure in local budgets. Subsidies for education and health care, basic, additional and other budgeted transfers were transferred from the state budget to the budgets of local governments. However, the study points out the imperfection of the current equalisation system, which requires the construction of an optimal calculation model. Practical implications. As a basis, it is proposed to use the practice of the leading countries of the world, which is to increase the interest of local authorities in independently searching for additional sources of budget revenues and to reduce the pressure from the government to withdraw funds. Value/originality. Increasing their own revenues, which do not depend on the government's policy on the distribution of national taxes and fees, will allow hromadas to plan expenditures on priority areas regardless of changes at the political level.
FEATURES OF FINANCIAL AND LEGAL LIABILITY IN UKRAINE
Authors: Dubynskyy Oleg , Dubynskyi Ihor , Markin Sergii
Published: April 2024

The subject of the study is public relations in the field of financial and legal responsibility in Ukraine. Methodology. The methodological basis of the study is the methods of induction and deduction, the dialectical-materialistic method, the method of analysis and synthesis, and the historical method, which allowed for an objective understanding of the content and essence of the issues under study. The aim of the article is to analyse the theoretical aspects of the features of financial and legal liability in Ukraine in order to propose effective ways to improve the mechanism of these procedures. The results of the study have shown that the independence of financial responsibility in Ukraine is emphasised by the relevant criteria, which include the obligation of a person guilty of committing a financial offence to undergo measures of state coercion provided for by the sanctions of financial legislation. Conclusion. Financial responsibility in Ukraine is a legal relationship with a special procedural form of implementation. Financial and legal responsibility is an independent measure of financial sovereignty of the state, has its own legal nature and occupies a certain place in financial legal relations. At the same time, it should be said that liability for violation of financial legislation does not exist only within the framework of financial legislation. Financial responsibility is undoubtedly a type of legal responsibility and is primarily due to the special sphere of sectoral activity of the state and its authorised bodies, which today is considered to be the financial activity of the state, where not all subjects of law are involved, but only subjects of financial law and their financial obligations, which differ only in their ownership, price and public character. Another peculiarity is that, as a rule, financial and legal liability is by its nature restorative, aimed at eliminating negative and other undesirable consequences caused to the financial system of the state. This feature of financial and legal liability reflects the public nature of financial obligations, the fulfilment of which is ensured by the application of financial liability. Some peculiarities that distinguish financial liability in Ukraine are caused by the nature of financial offences that are the basis for financial liability and distinguish financial liability from other types of liability applied both in connection with administrative and disciplinary offences and in connection with criminalised financial crimes and civil offences, the subjects of which are usually independent individual subjects of financial activity, individuals, and companies.
Ergenlerde siber zorbalık, siber mağduriyet ve depresyon: Kesitsel bir çalışma
Authors: Boyar Ümmü , Arslantaş Hülya
Published: April 2024

Amaç: Çalışma lise öğrencilerinin siber zorbalık, siber mağduriyet ve depresyon düzeyleri arasındaki ilişkiyi ve bu değişkenleri etkileyen faktörleri belirlemek amacıyla tanımlayıcı kesitsel olarak yapılmıştır.
Gereç ve Yöntem: Araştırma 2021-2022 eğitim öğretim yılında batıda bir ilde yapılmış olup evreni 5686 bireydir. Örneklemini ise 466 öğrenci oluşturmuştur. Veri toplamak için Anket Formu, Siber Zorbalık Ölçeği (SZÖ), Siber Mağduriyet Ölçeği (SMÖ) ve Beck Depresyon Ölçeği (BDÖ) kullanılmıştır.
Bulgular: Katılımcıların %58,4’ünün kadın, yaş ortalamalarının 15,99±1,13 yıl olduğu belirlenmiştir. Katılımcıların cinsiyet, okul türü ve gelir düzeylerine göre SZÖ toplam puanları arasında anlamlı fark (sırasıyla: p=0,003; p<0,001; p=0,049), SMÖ toplam puanları açısından da okul türüne göre anlamlı fark (p<0,001), cinsiyete göre ise BDÖ toplam puanı açısından anlamlı fark bulunmuştur (p<0,001).
Sonuç: Çalışmaya katılan erkek öğrencilerin daha fazla siber zorbalık davranışı gösterdikleri, yaş arttıkça siber zorbalık davranışının da arttığı, siber zorbalığa uğrayan kız öğrencilerin daha fazla depresyon riski yaşadığı bulunmuştur.
Investigation of the masseter and temporalis muscles thicknesses in individuals with and without temporomandibular disorders by ultrasonography: A randomized controlled study
Authors: Arıkan Halime , Çıtaker Seyit , Batıbay Sevilay Cücen , Üçok Cahit , Günendi Zafer
Published: April 2024

Aim: The aim was to evaluate the impact of different temporomandibular disorder (TMD) diagnoses on the thickness of the masseter and temporalis muscles.
Materials and Methods: Individuals were divided into four groups: (1) myofascial pain; (2) disc displacements; (3) mixed group; and (4) asymptomatic control group. 53 individuals with TMD and 20 individuals without TMD were recruited.
Results: No significant differences were found among groups in masseter and temporalis muscles thickness at rest and maximum contraction (p>0.05). However, the masseter muscle thickness at rest and maximum contraction were greater in asymptomatic individuals than in individuals with TMD (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Masseter and temporalis muscles thickness are similar in the TMD subgroups and the asymptomatic control group at rest and maximum contraction.
Helicobacter pylori infection in pediatric patients with celiac disease: A single-center experience
Authors: Yavuz Sibel , Ballı Haci , Uygun Hatice , Kılıç Çil Merve
Published: April 2024

Aim: There are numerous studies investigating the relationship between celiac disease (CD) and Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). In this study, we aimed to compare the prevalence of coexisting H. pylori infection and CD in pediatric patients diagnosed with celiac disease at our clinic versus an age-matched control group.
Materials and Methods: A total of 198 patients with celiac disease and 131 sex and age -matched controls undergoing upper gastrointestinal endoscopy due to dyspeptic complaints were included in this study. The prevalence of H. pylori was compared between the groups.
Results: Of the 198 patients with CD included in the study, 66 (33.3%) were male and 132 (66.7%) were female, while in the control group, 36 (27.5%) were male, and 95 (72.5%) were female. 89 (44%) of the patients with CD and 70 (53.4%) of the controls were H. pylori-positive. There was no statistically significant difference in the distribution of Marsh scores between the H. pylori-negative and -positive groups.
Conclusion: The association between celiac disease and H. pylori remains controversial. Thus, multicenter studies are warranted to evaluate the role of H. pylori in the pathogenesis of celiac disease.
Distribution and antibiotic susceptibility of Stenotrophomonas maltophilia isolates isolated from various clinical specimens
Authors: Solmaz Mehtap , Dağcıoğlu Yelda , Şay Coşkun Umut
Published: April 2024

Aim: This study was planned to contribute to epidemiological data by determining from which clinical samples Stenotrophomonas maltophilia (S.maltophilia) bacteria isolated in the microbiology laboratory were isolated, their distribution according to clinics and their susceptibility status.
Materials and Methods: The study was carried out retrospectively from clinical specimens received by the Medical Microbiology Laboratory of Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University Medical Faculty Hospital from various outpatient clinics and wards between January 2016 and September 2019.
Results: Forty-five S. maltophilia strains isolated from clinical samples sent to the microbiology laboratory were included in the study. The highest number of bacteria were isolated from patients hospitalised in the ward. The most common comorbidity is malignancy. The most susceptible antibiotic was trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.
Conclusions: Due to increasing resistance rates, it is important to organise empirical treatment according to antibiogram results in infections in which S.maltophilia strains are identified as causative agents.