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Reflexive Attitude to the Profession of Students Studying in a Psychological Specialty with Different Types of Motivation
Authors: Usoltseva V.V. , Vtyurina O.S. , Deichman Yu.N.
Published: October 2024

The article contains a description of the characteristics of reflexive behavior of psychology students with different motivational complex describing readiness for professional activity. The structure of psychological readiness contains motivational, cognitive, operational and emotional components, the greatest value of which for the formation of a positive attitude to the profession is usually allocated motivational. The main purpose of the study was to study the distinctive characteristics in the emotionally positive / negative and active / passive attitude to the profession of students with different motivational complexes. The study sample consisted of 133 graduate students of psychological specialties of the Faculty of Psychology and Pedagogy of Omsk State Pedagogical University. The groups of students with pronounced internal motivation, external motivation of positive and negative orientation are determined, the motivational complexes of students are also determined as a combination of these motives in varying degrees of their severity. In accordance with the purpose of the study, it was revealed that subjects with a predominance of external motivation (with an intermediate and unfavorable motivational complex) have similar indicators of emotional attitude to the profession and an active position in its acquisition. In the practical part of the study, the testing method was used. The results of the study allowed us to determine the main characteristics of psychology students in the process of forming their psychological readiness for professional activity in the process of studying at a university. The use of mathematical statistics methods made it possible to identify differences both in motivational complexes and in the attitude of students to their future profession. The results help to identify the main directions of further research within the framework of the problem of formation of psychological readiness of psychology students for professional activity in modern conditions of the educational process.
Gender-Sensitive Lay Person's Understanding of Psychological Violence
Authors: Andreeva O.S. , Golendukhina E.A.
Published: October 2024

The article examines lay person's understanding of psychological violence (using the concepts of abuse, toxicity and depreciation as an example). Currently, there is a rapidly growing interest in self-development, in issues related to interpersonal communication and psychology in general. Psychological violence is one of the most popular topic there. This is evidenced by the increase in the number of queries in search engines. This suggests that professional psychological terms are beginning to be used by nonspecialists'. It creates a situation of “blurring the boundaries” of professional terms, for example, according to existing studies, it is assumed that “male” and “female” psychological violence in nonspecialists' perceptions are not identical. The respondents of the study were 20 men and 65 women. The age of respondents is from 18 to 60 years. To identify everyday ideas, a modified semantic differential was used, the results were processed by factor analysis method. As a result of the study, it was revealed that the ideas about the terms “toxicity” and “depreciation” are very wide and blurred; respondents poorly share situations of violence and abuse and situations of conflict and poor communication; “negative” emotions are often automatically interpreted as something bad that should not happen, and it is also considered violence (for example, manifestations of anger, anger, etc., not necessarily directed at the partner). Women associate abuse with force, pressure, men associate with deception, manipulation and aggression. Women are afraid of obvious violence, while men are afraid of manipulation, deception, ridicule and other forms of hidden violence. In general, men's perceptions of conflict and abuse are less differentiated, unlike women. Women associate toxicity with hypocrisy and insincerity, and men associate it with causticity and disgust. Ideas about depreciation are similar and are associated with ignoring, coldness, indifference.
Personal Maturity of the Leader in the Context of the Trend towards the Rejuvenation of Employees of the Organization
Authors: Ivanova O.V.
Published: October 2024

In the modern world, there are more and more noticeable tendencies to shift the focus to the young, extending to the information, production and professional environment, which is manifested in the rejuvenation of personnel in all verticals of the company. The trend towards youth reasonably brings to the fore the issue of studying personal maturity as one of the leading factors that determines the professional and personal effectiveness of working youth - to what extent their professional and personal effectiveness is related to the acquisition of maturity, whether its absence can be compensated by other qualities, or, it is permissible to assume transformation of the structure of the phenomenon under the influence of external socio-cultural and economic realities, which must be taken into account when considering the effectiveness of subjects of labor activity. This article is devoted to the study of the characteristics of the personal maturity of the younger generation, it provides an analysis of modern ideas about the maturity of the individual in domestic and foreign psychology, highlights the main approaches to studying the structure and components of personal maturity, which were proposed as fundamental in various studies and are considered in the present. The provides a theoretical analysis of publications devoted to the study of the dispositional and socio-psychological characteristics of modern youth, which determine its effectiveness in labor activity and works aimed at studying the phenomenon based on the approach of the relationship between age and personality maturity. The main purpose is to identify the key elements of considering the issue of the success of young people in work, where the central phenomenon is the maturity of the individual, and also suggests the problem of building a model of personal maturity of modern youth, which determines their professional activity and efficiency.
The Relationship of Sociometric Status and Parameters of Social Relations of Military Personnel
Authors: Mekebaev N.S.
Published: October 2024

The article presents a theoretical review of domestic and foreign studies on the problem of the content of the structure of social relations. The analysis of the works of leading scientists allowed us to establish that the integral components of the structure of social relations are: values, needs, social roles and statuses. However, there is no unified interpretation of the concept of social relations and their structural elements in social psychology. The content of the structure of social relations of military personnel is of the greatest interest, since the special requirements for the performance of official duties undoubtedly leaves an imprint on the interaction between individuals. We have suggested that the sociometric index has relationships with the parameters of social relations. The empirical study was organized on the basis of the Novosibirsk Military Institute of the National Guard Troops and included three stages. At the first stage, the selection of methods was carried out and the category of military personnel as test subjects was determined. The respondents were 286 people of two categories: cadets and military personnel under contract. The results of the study allowed us to identify 14 statistically significant correlations that contain positive and negative relationships. So the role model of the Hero is optimal for a serviceman, as it is characterized by a desire for victory, respect and trust among colleagues and may have leadership qualities. At the same time, the negative correlations found between the sociometric status index and the roles of Witch, Boy and Girl indicate the presence of a destructive influence on the military team. The results of the study can be used by commanders (chiefs) in the preparation of the personnel of units for the performance of official duties of military service in various conditions of activity.
Meningkatkan Keterlibatan dan Aksesibilitas: Strategi Promosi di Perpustakaan Universitas Megarezky Makassar
Authors: Ramadayanti Ramadayanti
Published: October 2024

This study examines promotional strategies aimed at enhancing engagement and accessibility at the University of Megarezky Makassar Library. Against the backdrop of challenges in increasing participation and utilization of library services, this research identifies various effective approaches to expand reach and improve user engagement. The methods employed include leveraging digital technologies, such as social media and library applications, as well as organizing promotional activities involving the academic community. The results of these strategies demonstrate that an integrated and responsive approach not only increases user awareness of library services but also facilitates access to information resources. These findings provide valuable insights for developing more effective promotional strategies, with the aim of optimizing engagement and accessibility for all users within the university environment.
Abstrak
Penelitian ini membahas strategi promosi untuk meningkatkan keterlibatan dan aksesibilitas di Perpustakaan Universitas Megarezky Makassar. Dengan latar belakang tantangan dalam meningkatkan partisipasi dan pemanfaatan layanan perpustakaan, penelitian ini mengidentifikasi berbagai pendekatan efektif untuk memperluas jangkauan dan meningkatkan keterlibatan pengguna. Metode yang diterapkan meliputi pemanfaatan teknologi digital, seperti media sosial dan aplikasi perpustakaan, serta penyelenggaraan kegiatan promosi yang melibatkan komunitas akademik. Hasil dari strategi ini menunjukkan bahwa pendekatan yang terintegrasi dan responsif tidak hanya meningkatkan kesadaran pengguna tentang layanan perpustakaan tetapi juga mempermudah akses ke sumber daya informasi. Temuan ini memberikan wawasan berharga untuk pengembangan strategi promosi yang lebih efektif, dengan harapan dapat mengoptimalkan keterlibatan dan aksesibilitas bagi seluruh pengguna di lingkungan universitas.
Load spectra of a light unmanned aircraft – data recording frequencies and resulting measurement variations
Authors: Rodzewicz Mirosław
Published: October 2024

The article focuses on the load spectrum of a lightweight unmanned aircraft. It examines the impact of load signal sampling frequency on the load spectrum derived from the load signal. The flight sessions followed two scenarios: a maneuvering flight causing a wide range of load factor variations and a calm photogrammetric flight. The recorded load signals from two types of sensors were initially rescaled into load factor time series, with an optional signal smoothing process. These series were then downsampled by selecting every nth term, resulting in load factor sequences recorded at a lower frequency. Next, all sequences were transformed into sequences of local extremes of the Load Levels, resulting from quantifying the operational load variability into 32 intervals. Two options were considered: without filtering or with filtering of sequential pairs of terms generating small Load Level increments. Subsequently, the Rainflow Counting algorithm was applied, producing 32x32 load half-cycle arrays. Based on these arrays, incremental load spectra were calculated. The study provides a detailed comparison of load spectra for different load signal sources and recording frequencies. Additionally, calculations of the fatigue life of a structural element subjected to various load spectra were performed, leading to the formulated conclusions.
Apple pomace in feeding of dairy cattle as an element of sustainable agriculture strategy - a review
Authors: Szymańska-Czerwińska Monika , Niemczuk Krzysztof , Wierzbicka Agnieszka , Strzałkowska Nina , Jóźwik Artur
Published: October 2024

This work provides an overview of the knowledge about using apple pomace as milk cattle feed. Utilization of apple pomace as livestock feed is one of the possible alternatives to reduce environmental pollution and overcome the feed deficit. Apple pomace, rich in e.g. polyphenolic compounds, holds potential to be a valuable feed additive for enhancing the antioxidative capacity and overall quality of milk. The research on apple pomace as feed additive for livestock are important due to abundance of apples in Poland, the world’s second-largest apple producer. To promote sustainability in animal feed production the use of agro-food-by products as apple pomace as animal feed component should be considered.
Long-term cryopreservation of bull semen as a main strategy for the ex situ conservation of endangered Polish Red cattle
Authors: Bryła Magdalena , Trzcińska Monika , Kocik Marcin , Burmańczuk Artur
Published: October 2024

Regular verification of the quality of cryopreserved semen derived from native cattle is one of the tasks performed at the bank as recommended by the Food and Agriculture Organization. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the quality of semen from PR bulls stored for 40, 50 and 60 years in the BMB using standard evaluation parameters such as sperm motility as well as structural-functional parameters such as plasma membrane integrity, transmembrane mitochondrial potential and sperm chromatin damage. Semen pellets from 27 PR bulls (3 ejaculates/bull) were tested. The data were analysed by one-way and two-way ANOVA, and the significance of the difference (P≤ 0.01) between the means was determined using Duncan’s test. Our study results revealed that the long-term storage of semen had no effect on sperm characteristics after thawing. However, statistically significant differences (P≤0.01) in sperm plasma membrane integrity and transmembrane mitochondrial potential, following storage in liquid nitrogen were noted between bulls at all time points. However, there were no significant differences (P>0.01) in sperm chromatin damage between breeds or between different storage times, and the degree of DNA fragmentation ranged from 0.4 to 0.8%.
Changes in rabbit meat texture and calpain system genes expression following dietary supplementation with algae or vegetable oils
Authors: Maj Dorota , Grzesiak Małgorzata
Published: October 2024

Meat texture is one of the most important parameters of meat quality and it could be improved by lipid sourced from vegetable oils. This study was undertaken to analyze the changes in meat texture, and in the mRNA expression of calpains (CAPN1 and CAPN3) and calpastatin 2 (CAST2) following diet supplemented with 1% algae (A), 3% sunflower (OS) oil, or 3% soybean oil (SO), using Blanc de Termonde rabbits at different age (12 and 18 weeks). Animals in the control group (C) received feed without additives. Animals were randomly sorted (40 rabbits/each group, balanced for sex). The General Linear Model (GLM) procedure was used to analyze the data and the Tukey–Kramer test was used for multiple comparisons. Our results indicate that the texture of rabbit meat depends on the age and algae, sunflower, and soybean oil supplementation, and diet-age interaction. The influence of the diet on CAPN1, CAPN3, and CAST2 expression depends on the rabbit age. In 12-week-old animals, meat shear force was greater following algae and soybean oil supplementation. Moreover, soybean oil decreased CAPN1, CAPN3, and CAST2, and algae supplement decreased CAST2 genes expression in rabbit muscle. In 18-week-old rabbits, supplementation with sunflower or soybean oil improved meat hardness, chewiness, and shear force. Additionally, sunflower oil increased CAPN1 and decreased CAST2 gene expression in the muscle tissue, providing new information about the molecular mechanism of meat texture in rabbits.
Effect of probiotic lactic acid bacteria and citric acid on performance, serum biochemistry, organ weight and carcass characteristics of broiler chicks
Authors: Heidary Arezoo , de Neeff Diane Valganon , Shahbazi Hosseinreza , Solka Magdalena , Zigo František , Seidavi Alireza , Marchewka Joanna , Sztandarski Patryk , Jaszczyk Aneta , Urbański Paweł , Tomasik Cyprian , Zima-Kulisiewicz Ewelina , de Oliveira Carlos Augusto Fernandes
Published: October 2024

In this work, the effects of the addition of probiotics and citric acid to drinking water on performance, serum biochemistry, relative organ weight and carcass characteristics of broiler chicks were evaluated. Two hundred forty-one-day-old chicks (female Ross 308) were divided into 6 groups and submitted to 6 different treatments for 42 days, with 4 replicates in each treatment, with 10 birds in each. Drinking water was supplemented with a commercial probiotic mixture (Lactofeed®, Takgene Co, Iran) at 0 (control), 0.1 g/L (day 1 to 21) and 0.05 g/L (day 22 to 42), and citric acid at concentrations of 0 (control), 0.2 and 0.4% (day 1 to 42). Compared with controls, no significant changes (P>0.05) were found in the performance, serum biochemistry parameters and relative organ weights of broiler chicks receiving water supplemented with probiotics or citric acid after 42 days of experiment. However, a significant (P<0.05) interaction effect was observed between probiotic and citric acid supplementation on feed intake within the first 21 days. Moreover, chicks receiving water supplemented with probiotic and 0.2% of citric acid had highest (P<0.05) body weight at 42 days of age, as well total carcass weight. Results indicate that water supplementation with Lactofeed® and 0.2% of citric acid are promising strategies to enhance growth performance of broilers.
Challenges and future prospects of EU Citizenship
Authors: Abazaj Ersila
Published: October 2024

This paper explores the evolution, rights, challenges, and future prospects of European Union (EU) citizenship. Tracing its origins from the early stages of European integration to the present day, the paper examines the development of EU citizenship rights and their impact on individuals’ lives within the EU. It delves into the rights and benefits conferred by EU citizenship, including free movement, social entitlements, and political participation. Furthermore, the paper discusses the challenges and controversies surrounding EU citizenship, such as citizenship acquisition, integration policies, and the implications of Brexit. Through case studies and comparative analysis, it offers insights into member state practices and legal precedents shaping EU citizenship. Looking ahead, the paper explores potential reforms, challenges, and opportunities for strengthening EU citizenship in the context of evolving European integration. Additionally, it underscores the importance of citizenship education and awareness in fostering civic engagement and promoting a sense of belonging among EU citizens. By providing a comprehensive analysis of EU citizenship, this paper contributes to the ongoing discourse on European identity and integration, with implications for policymakers, scholars, and citizens alike.
Climate change and forced migration
Authors: Koçi Joana
Published: October 2024

Climate change is increasingly recognized as a significant driver of migration patterns worldwide. As the global temperatures rise, extreme weather events become more frequent, leading to disruptions in livelihoods displacement, and migration. Every day, climate change becomes a more urgent economic, social and existential threat to countries and their people. Climate changes are becoming more and more evident every day, a factor that undoubtedly directly or indirectly affects the displacement of populations. This article provides answers to basic questions starting with how, and where climate change triggers migration and displacement, the second question is if we have a definition for the climate migration, or climate refugee, can they have protection from the Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and the last analysis is the inadequacy of the protection afforded by international law and European Union law and the Albania Legislation to individuals who leave their country of origin for reasons related to environmental issues. The methodology used to answer the questions of this paper includes desk review on existing literature, legal texts, reports from international organizations, legal framework regulating climate migration rights and the decision of the UN Human Rights Committee (HRC) regarding the “climate refugees”, the case of Teitiota v New Zealand.
Implementation and impact of integrated information systems in Albanian SME’s
Authors: Milo Lindita Lati , Tole Dhimitri , Pano Nikollaq
Published: October 2024

This research work analyses how information technology improves business efficiency, creates employment, and fosters economic development. This paper investigates the level of integrated information systems used by small and medium enterprises in Albania. The research philosophy employed in this research work based on the case study method, and researcher interaction has been applied as a technique for data collection. Through careful observation and investigation of practical and real cases, a complete picture of the actual interaction of factors and events are obtained. A self-selection sampling technique was used. Through this technique, cooperation with managers was enabled to recommend possible concrete improvements in the systems or subsystems of information they apply. Results indicate that while information technology adoption is growing, significant barriers such as financial constraints and lack of technical skills persist. The empirical work showed that the firms involved in the study used information systems for different aspects such as sales, accounting, or quality control, but they were not integrated. The lack of the “smart” use of the information systems hampered their efficiency and make them less competitive. By leveraging such systems, SMEs can overcome challenges posed by limited resources and achieve sustainable growth.
Aspects of the creation and judicial activity of the Specialized Chambers of Kosovo and the Role of the Republic of Albania
Authors: Ziu Kejsi
Published: October 2024

Since the end of the Kosovo conflict in 1999, various international and national courts have investigated serious war crimes and crimes against humanity in the region. In 2015, the Kosovo Specialized Chambers (SCK) and the Specialized Prosecutor’s Office (SPO) were established to investigate specific allegations of war crimes, particularly those linked to members of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) during and after the conflict. Although the Court is legally part of Kosovo’s system, it faces strong opposition within the latter, due to its location outside the country and its exclusion of Kosovo nationals from its staff. The trials of key KLA figures, many of whom have held major political roles in the country, have sparked significant debate both in Kosovo and internationally.

This manuscript will examine the legal foundation, structure, and scope of the SCK and SPO, and how they compare to other international courts. It will also review the indictments and ongoing trials of former KLA members. Additionally, the article will explore Albania’s diplomatic efforts, particularly its campaign to challenge allegations of organ trafficking mentioned in a 2011 Council of Europe report, which played a key role in the creation of the Court. By looking at the Court’s activities, the article will offer insights into its impact on Kosovo’s international standing.
Sustainable Contemplative Practices in Pre-Service Teacher Education for Sustainability
Authors: Trenaman Maria Magdalena , Cheong Loh Sau
Published: October 2024

Over the past decade, there has been a significant increase in research studies that introduce contemplative practices – such as mindfulness, compassion, and lovingkindness – into the educational setting. While these programs have shown promising results for both students and teachers, there remains a gap in understanding how to integrate contemplative practices into the curriculum of teacher training education for sustainability. This paper aims to present a conceptual framework of Contemplative Practices (CP) that focuses on lovingkindness-compassion, which has the potential to revolutionize teaching practices towards sustainability. By advocating for the urgent integration of CP within the curriculum of teacher training education for sustainability, this paper asserts that nurturing the lovingkindness-compassion competency can pave the way for a sustainable curriculum and a curriculum for sustainability.
Blended Learning as a Strategy to Improve Sustainability and Equity for Professional Development of Rural Teachers
Authors: Huang Yanfen , Syed-Abdullah Sharifah Intan Sharina , Zulkiflie Nurul Nadwa , Ghazali Norliza
Published: October 2024

Teachers in rural areas should receive equal support and professional development training as those in urban areas. It is a strategy to promote education equity for the students in the former area. This study takes the learning experience and teaching practice experience of rural teachers who participated in the Rural Teacher Replacement Training Program (RTRTP) in Guangdong Province, China, as a case. Seventeen rural teachers who participated in the blended training program were chosen as a research sample. The effect of blended training was evaluated at four levels: participants’ reaction, participants’ learning, behavior, and learning results. A model of influencing factors for rural teachers’ blended training was developed. The results showed that rural teachers’ overall satisfaction with the blended training program was relatively high. Teachers reported a greater increase in knowledge skills, but the translation into practical knowledge and the impact on the organization was not as high as expected. Four dimensions and 14 main categories influence the blended training effect of rural teachers. This study provides a reference for improving the efficiency of rural teacher blended training, especially for promoting the teaching practice after teacher training.
Insights Into a New Format of Education for Sustainable Nutrition in Teacher Education
Authors: Conty Valentina
Published: October 2024

Education for sustainable nutrition will only succeed if society is given direct access and experience to the obvious benefits of a sustainable lifestyle. An earlier personal and positive association to a sustainable lifestyle makes a dietary shift most likely. Here, the training future teachers plays a central role as a multiplicator.

Project-based learning (PBL) is a well-known approach with the purpose of crosslinking theoretical knowledge with real-life practice. Despite many existing PBL approaches, there is a gap of conveniently applicable and easily transferable approaches for ensuring their sustainable integration into teacher education. This study aims to fill this gap by exemplarily leading students to experience edible plant diversity in urban environments via action-oriented learning and out-of-school learning places.

The present study outlines the methodological and didactic process and the practical implementation of an innovative sustainable approach of PBL for education for sustainable nutrition in the curriculum of teacher education. The results are discussed on the basis of student feedback and the evaluation of the recent course conducted in 2022 at the Technical University of Berlin. Measured by the outcome of the course, the new concept applied here has a personal impact by that having the potential to facilitate a more sustainable approach of nutrition in our society.
Teachers’ Perspectives on the Education Process: Identifying Challenges and Promoting Sustainable Solutions
Authors: Briede Liene , Samuilik Inna , Drelinga Elga
Published: October 2024

The responsibilities of a teacher are diverse and intricate. Societal shifts, political developments, and rapid technological progress have added further layers of complexity to teachers’ daily tasks. The current research endeavors to analyze how teachers, with varying levels of experience and backgrounds, adapt to these changes in education and perceive opportunities for further development. The aim of the article is to study Latvian teachers’ perspectives on education in Latvia and identify areas for improvement. To reach the aim, focus group discussion was conducted involving six teachers from diverse backgrounds.

Through content analysis, the study identified the primary challenges facing the current education process in Latvia: 1) prolonged, ineffective educational reforms; 2) challenges in rural education; 3) inappropriate teacher training; 4) the need for adaptive teaching methods; 5) the importance of cooperation among teachers and with parents. Addressing these areas could lead to significant improvements in the Latvian education system. The analysis sheds light on several issues within education, including the dynamics of teacher–pupil roles, the quality of educational outcomes, and pupil attitudes.
Education for Sustainable Development – Securitization in International, National and Local Settings? A Critical Study of Environmental Security in Policies, Education Reforms and Teaching Practices in Sweden
Authors: Dwyer Helen
Published: October 2024

The study focused on environmental security in relation to international and national aims of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) to explore if ESD can be understood as being part of a globally implemented securitization process with national empirical studies in Sweden. The perception of environmental threats was first set with regard to international environmental agreements and, mainly, UNESCO’s policy aims of ESD. Expressions, statements and undertakings related to environmental threats were examined through a content analysis of education reform policies. Results demonstrated that the implementation of ESD varied depending on the usage of educational programs and individual understanding of ESD at different societal levels. Individual initiatives among teachers played a significant role in this process. It was also shown that securitization took place both horizontally and vertically and that securitization could be re-activated at the existing societal level although the previous one had ignored the impact of environmental threats to society.
Star γ Covers and Their Applications to Selection Principles
Authors: Datta Tanmayee , Bal Prasenjit , Ghosh Arnab
Published: October 2024

By imposing the star operator on γ covers, we establish the notion of st-γ covers. The interrelationships among many recent variants of γ covers have been identified, and various counterexamples have been shown to distinguish them. An investigation has been conducted on the basic topological attributes of these covers. We have also examined the implications between various selection principles and topological games in the context of the class of st-γ coverings.
Some Inequalities Involving Weighted Power Mean
Authors: Zuo Hongliang , Niu Xinyu
Published: October 2024

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EATWOS, OCRA ve REF III Teknikleriyle Ülkelerin Lojistik Performans İndeksine Dayalı Etkinliklerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: Orakçı Erhan
Published: October 2024

Bu çalışma, Avrupa Birliği (AB) üye ve aday ülkelerinin lojistik performanslarına bağlı ekonomik etkinliklerini OCRA, EATWOS ve REF-III gibi üç Çok Kriterli Karar Verme (ÇKKV) tekniğini kullanarak incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Bu çerçevede, Lojistik Performans İndeksi (LPI) göstergeleri ve Gayri Safi Yurt İçi Hasıla (GSYİH) verileri birlikte değerlendirilerek analiz edilmiştir. Sonuçlar, bu teknikler arasında neredeyse mükemmel bir uyum olduğunu göstermektedir. Kuzey Avrupa ülkeleri (örneğin, Danimarka, İsveç, Finlandiya) ve Lüksemburg ile İrlanda, yüksek lojistik performansları ile öne çıkarken, Güney ve Doğu Avrupa ülkeleri (örneğin, Yunanistan, İtalya, Bulgaristan) daha düşük sıralamalarda yer almıştır. AB aday ülkeleri arasında Türkiye en iyi performansı gösteren ülke olmasına rağmen genel sıralamada düşük kalmıştır. Bu bulgular, lojistik altyapı ve operasyonların iyileştirilmesi gerektiğini vurgulamaktadır. Çalışma, lojistik performansın değerlendirilmesinde kullanılan metodolojilerin etkinliğini ve güvenilirliğini doğrulamakta ve gelecekteki lojistik geliştirme stratejileri için önemli veriler sunmaktadır. Analiz ayrıca LPI puanları ile GSYİH arasında pozitif bir korelasyon olduğunu ortaya koymakta ve lojistik etkinliğin ekonomik büyüme için önemini vurgulamaktadır.
Análise espacial e temporal dos casos de Zika vírus no Pará e fatores sociodemográficos associados
Authors: Rocha Alexandre Marques da , Campelo Maria Clara Viégas , Nunes Bruna Lisboa , Reis Emilly Alessandra Cruz dos , Bichara Cléa Nazaré Carneiro
Published: October 2024

Objetivo: Analisar a correlação espacial das taxas de incidência de Zika vírus (ZV) nos municípios do Pará com os fatores sociodemográficos e econômicos da região. Métodos: É um estudo ecológico, utilizando dados do Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde (DATASUS). Os índices de Moran (IM) global univariados foram acessados para a análise da correlação espacial das taxas de incidência de ZV, e os bivariados para análise dos fatores sociodemográficos relacionados. A partir dos dados significativos (p<0,05) foram estimados os IM local, representados visualmente através do LisaMap. Resultados: Sapucaia, Nova Ipixuna e Bannach apresentaram as maiores taxa de incidência média da região. O IM global univariado demonstrou uma correlação espacial positiva dos casos de ZV no Pará. Quanto às análises bivariadas, houve uma associação espacial positiva com o índice de desenvolvimento humano (IDHM) e a taxa de cobertura de saúde complementar, e uma relação negativa com o índice de vulnerabilidade social. A densidade demográfica e o índice de Gini não demonstraram relação significativa. Conclusão: A incidência de ZV no Pará demonstrou ser influenciada pelo IDHM, taxa de cobertura de saúde suplementar e índice de vulnerabilidade social, evidenciando a importância do acesso a políticas socioeconômicas pela população.
Relationship between Physical Activity, Physical Literacy Elements, and Gender among Senior Students
Authors: Kontautienė Vytė , Beniusiene Asta
Published: October 2024

The aim of research is to assess the relationship between physical activity, Physical Literacy (PL) and gender among senior students. The research was conducted in 2022 in Lithuania with five city schools. Research participants were selected using a convenience sampling method: grade 10 to 12 (n=287) students 148 boys and 139 girls. A questionnaire survey was used for data collection: Portuguese Physical Literacy Questionnaire for Adolescents (PPLA-Q) to assess the psychological domain of PL (motivation, self-confidence, emotional and physical regulation); Rapid Assessment of Physical Activity (RAPA) Questionnaire - RAPA1 part, which allows to assess the level of physical activity. After analysing the psychological aspects of PL related to physical activity by gender, the obtained results suggest that boys’ motivation for physical activity, self-confidence, emotional stability, assessment of physical limits score higher compared to the group of girls (p<0.01). PA motivation has a strong positive correlation with self-confidence (p<0.01) and a moderate correlation with physical regulation (p<0.01). Physical regulation has statistically significantly correlated with self-confidence (p<0.01) and better emotional regulation (p<0.01). Statistically significant differences by gender were found with all indicators of the psychological domain: PA motivation, self-confidence, emotional regulation, and physical regulation. Mean ranks of boys were higher in all variables; however, the major differences were found in the areas of self-confidence and physical regulation. PA had a direct correlation with all psychological PL elements (PA motivation, self-confidence, emotional regulation, physical regulation) and an inverse correlation with gender.
Preserving Heritage
Authors:   , Al Niaami Minattullah
Published: October 2024

Heritage buildings remind us of our history, people, and events. Hence, it is important to preserve them for future generations. However, in Wellington, many heritage buildings are being demolished or abandoned by owners and developers as it seems like an easy option to choose. Often, where the building is retained only the outer walls are preserved. A new structure is erected behind the original façade, which only serves as a reminder of the heritage, a practice referred to as façadism.

This thesis aims to focus on maintaining and revealing the physical, social, and cultural heritage of the Tramway Hotel which is located on 114 Adelaide Road and corner of Drummond Street. The aim is to preserve heritage value in historic buildings, specifically the (former) Tramway Hotel. This research will mainly concentrate on the approaches to restoration and adaptation techniques to explore the possibilities of preserving the heritage value and integrity of the Tramway Hotel. This will also include seismic strengthening from the interior of the building. It will be achieved through research and analysis of relevant literature and case studies to design and test possibilities.
Distinct pollinator communities persist among co-flowering specialty crops in Indiana
Authors: Eleanor Stroh  , Ashley Leach  , Zeus Mateos-Fierro  , Ian Kaplan
Published: October 2024

Diverse bee communities pollinate fruits and vegetables, and the composition of these communities has been described for many specialty crops in major production regions. However, pollinator communities in landscapes dominated by agronomic crops may differ in species composition and the contribution of wild bees. With over 4 million ha of maize and soybean, Indiana presents a novel landscape to compare pollinator communities among specialty crops that differ in their use of managed bees and bloom phenology, with potential implications for the composition of wild bee communities and their contributions to flower visitation. We sampled pollinator communities with flower observations and pan traps in spring-blooming apples and blueberries and summer-blooming tomatoes and watermelons, allowing us to compare communities between specialty crops with overlapping and distinct bloom times. Apples, blueberries, and watermelons were stocked with honey bees, and watermelons additionally had managed bumble bees. Across two years of sampling, we observed 1,651 flower visits by 13 taxa, collected 1,967 bees, and identified 84 taxa from collected specimens. Apples and blueberries hosted the richest pollinator communities (34 and 51 taxa, respectively) followed by watermelons (22 taxa), and tomatoes (19 taxa). While 70% of flower visits in apples and blueberries were attributed to honey bees, wild bees accounted for 82% and 99% of flower visits in watermelons and tomatoes, respectively. Our results indicate that distinct pollinator communities persist among co-flowering specialty crops in a landscape dominated by maize and soybean production and underscore the contribution of wild bees for specialty crop pollination, particularly in watermelons and tomatoes.
MORPHOLOGICAL AND ANATOMICAL STUDY OF SHOOTS OF GOAT WILLOW (SALIX CAPREA L.), NATIVE TO THE FAR EAST
Authors: T.M. Dementieva , A.S. Medvedeva
Published: October 2024

Wild plants in our country are an important raw material base for the production of medicines. One of the promising sources of obtaining such drugs is salicylic species of the genus Salix L. (Willow), which have a sufficient raw material base in the country, high productivity and increased regenerative ability.
Willow extracts have been used in folk medicine for more than 3,000 years, providing anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects. At the beginning of the last century, willow bark began to be studied for the content of biologically active substances, which contributed to the discovery of drugs such as salicylic acid and aspirin. Later, phenologlycosides, tannins, flavonoids, organic acids and ascorbic acid, polysaccharides, saponins and essential oils were found in the bark, which can affect the overall pharmacological effect. Currently, medicines based on willow bark are registered abroad. In our country, willow bark is only included. In our country, willow bark is included only in the composition of biologically active additives. We want to offer willow shoots, which have been actively studied recently, as a source of biologically active substances. This is an environmentally friendly type of raw material that can be used as a substitute for the main type of raw material - bark. Studies have been conducted and materials have been published on the morphological and anatomical study of the shoots of the white willow (Salix alba L.,), the willow of Babylon (Salix babylonica L.) and its hybrid with the white willow (Salix babylonica L. × Salix alba L.), shoots of three-staminate willow (Salix triandra L.) To create a general pharmacopoeia article "Willow shoots", we set ourselves the goal of studying the morphological and anatomical signs of shoots of goat willow (Salix caprea L.), growing in the Far East to diagnose and determine the authenticity of this type of plant raw materials.
ANALYSING THE VOLUME OF DRUG CONSUMPTION IN INPATIENT TREATMENT OF EPILEPSY
Authors: L.B. Vaskova , G.A. Pozdnyakov , R.Y. Garankina
Published: October 2024

The article presents the results of the study of the volume of consumption of medicinal drugs for the treatment of patients diagnosed with epilepsy. As a result of retrospective processing of case histories (continuous sampling for 2021-2023) obtained in the inpatient department of the Clinic of Nervous Diseases named after A.Y. Kozhevnikov of Sechenov University, we identified medicines with the highest NDDD value (number of defined daily doses) for each of the 8 allocated clinical and statistical groups. Among all clinical and statistical groups, the G40.0 group had the highest consumption. In clinical and statistical groups G40.0, G40.8 and G40.9, valproic acid and levetiracetam were found to have the highest NDDD value. In addition, the consumption volume analysis showed that in clinical and statistical group G40.8, the neuroleptics quetiapine and teraligene are used relatively more frequently than in other diagnoses. In clinical and statistical groups G40.1, G40.2, and G40.4, the medicines valproic acid, levetiracetam, and lamotrigine were used, respectively. B vitamins accounted for the highest consumption among all clinical and statistical groups, except for G40.2. The results obtained may become the basis for the development of recommendations to optimize the use of medicines and improve the quality of drug care for patients with epilepsy at the inpatient stage.
MARKETING ANALYSIS OF FACTORS OF STRENGTHENING CONSUMER CONFIDENCE IN THE PURCHASE OF OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICINES BY REMOTE METHOD
Authors: L.A. Adzieva , D.V. Babaskin , T.M. Litvinova , L.I. Babaskina , I.U. Glazkova
Published: October 2024

Strengthening consumer confidence is one of the key conditions for the further development of retail distance selling of over-the-counter medicines. The aim is to conduct a marketing analysis of factors influencing the strengthening of consumer confidence in the purchase of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs remotely. Materials and methods. The survey involved 489 target consumers. The significance of 27 factors was assessed using the method of individual scoring on a Likert scale, and their effectiveness was determined on a 5-point scale using a developed structured questionnaire. Results and discussion. The conducted marketing analysis showed a fairly high level of significance of the studied factors. A significant predominance of "positive assessments" (82,2±7,9%) in the overall frequency ratio, as well as their prevalence in the least important factors (about 70%) confirmed the correctness of the developed hypotheses and the possibility of using factors to strengthen consumer confidence in the remote purchase of OTC drugs. The efficiency of the studied factors corresponded to the average level (composite parametric index equals 4,1). Conclusion. The results of the marketing analysis showed the need for further research to understand the behavioural mechanism of consumer confidence building in relation to the remote purchase of OTC medicines.
PHARMACOECONOMICAL APPROACHES TO ANALYZING THE COST OF ANTIRETROVIRAL DRUGS USED IN THE TREATMENT OF HIV-INFECTED PATIENTS
Authors: A.G. Petrov , O.V. Khoroshilova , V.A. Semenikhin
Published: October 2024

The legislation in force in the Russian Federation guarantees HIV patients protection of their rights in labor, education and other spheres of life, as well as free counseling, diagnosis and treatment of HIV infection. The continued increase in the number of infected people and, more importantly, the emergence of the HIV epidemic from risk groups into the general population highlights the need for additional improvement in the effectiveness of measures taken to counter the spread of infection. In this regard, it is necessary to use the most rational measures, both from the point of view of efficiency and safety, and from the point of view of costs. The most suitable tool for solving these problems is pharmacoeconomical analysis. At the same time, conducting pharmacoeconomical analysis in the field of HIV infection, as well as in any other nosology, involves the need to take into account certain features at the stages of planning and implementation of the study. It is necessary to highlight some key features of the methodology of pharmacoeconomical analysis in the assessment of healthcare technologies in the field of HIV infection, in particular, cost minimization analysis, which involves choosing a medical technology with minimal costs by comparing the monetary value of alternative technologies, provided the same therapeutic effectiveness. The main object of the study was the documented medical histories of HIV-infected patients, statistical and analytical methods of analysis were used and it was established that in the Russian Federation and in Kuzbass there are all drugs for the treatment of patients with HIV infection included in modern lists of treatment standards according to clinical recommendations. The difference in the cost of antiretroviral drugs at the price of government funding has been established, which affects the costs of treating HIV-infected patients.