bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Experience in Application of the Combinations Dorzolamide / Timolol and Brinzolamide / Timolol for the Prevention of Intraocular Hypertension in Patients with Silicone Oil Tamponade of the Vitreal Cavity
Authors: Kazennov A. N. , Chuprov A. D. , Kazennova I. A. , Firsov A. S.
Published: October 2024

Purpose: to conduct a comparative analysis of the clinical efficacy of a fixed combination of antihypertensive drugs: brinzolamide 1 % = timolol 0.5 % and dorzolamide 2 % = timolol 0.5 % for the prevention of intraocular hypertension in patients with silicone oil tamponade of the vitreal cavity.

Patients and methods. The study was conducted in the Orenburg branch of S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution during 2022. A retrospective analysis of case histories of 60 patients with retinal detachment and severe proliferative syndrome was carried out. All patients underwent subtotal vitrectomy. To prevent intraocular hypertension after tamponade of the vitreal cavity with silicone oil, patients were prescribed antihypertensive drugs: group 1 (n = 30) — a combination of brinzolamide 1 % = timolol 0.5 %; group 2 (n = 30) — dorzolamide 2 % = timolol 0.5 %. The therapeutic result was evaluated after 2 weeks, 1, 2 and 3 months. The observation included an ophthalmological examination, as well as a questionnaire to assess drug tolerance.

Results. IOP after silicone oil tamponade and before the application of drugs had no statistically significant differences between the studied groups and amounted to 27.15 ± 3.56 mm Hg — in group 1 and 28.53 ± 5.99 mm Hg — in group 2. Both studied combinations provided a decrease in IOP, however, a more pronounced effect after 2 weeks of therapy with subsequent maintenance of a normal IOP level for 3 months was recorded in group 2 when using the dorzolamide / timolol combination, despite the appearance of minor discomfort during instillation. A decrease in IOP from baseline was found to be 43.5 % (p ≤ 0.01) with the combination dorzolamide/timolol and 33.3 % (p ≤ 0.01) for brinzolamide/timolol.

Conclusion. The results of the study showed that both fixed combinations of drugs provide a decrease in IOP in patients after silicone tamponade, but the dorzolamide/timolol combination had a more pronounced therapeutic effect.
From a Cosmetologist to an Ophthalmologist: What and How to Treat? Clinical Examples. Part 1 — Blepharoplasty
Authors: Trubilin V. N. , Poluninа E. G. , Davydov D. V. , Trubilin A. V. , Ilyasova M. V. , Indilova N. I. , Zakatianskii V. S.
Published: October 2024

In recent years, there has been a rapid increase in the number of patients with a history of cosmetic interventions in the periorbital area who applies to ophthalmologists with various complaints. Such interventions include the introduction of dermal fillers, blepharoplasty, botulinum toxin injections for aesthetic purposes, mesotherapy, eyelash extensions and eyelid tattooing. It should be noted that patients may present the most unexpected complaints, which, if the doctor is not informed in this widely used area, cannot always be associated with cosmetic procedures in the anamnesis. This article will discuss complications associated with blepharoplasty, present clinical examples illustrating the varying degrees of lagophthalmos severity at different observation periods after upper and “circular” blepharoplasty, in accordance with which indications are determined for choosing the tactics of managing this group of patients at an outpatient appointment with an ophthalmologist. Before carrying out cosmetic procedures in the periorbital zone, in particular before blepharoplasty, it is necessary to conduct a comprehensive examination of patients, including an assessment of the biochemical blood test, immunological and endocrine status of the patient. If complex cosmetic procedures in the periorbital zone are detected and/ or changes in the somatic status are present, it is necessary to inform the patient of the high risk of complications associated with these procedures. If lagophthalmos caused by blepharoplasty is detected during an ophthalmological examination, the patient should be referred to the operating plastic surgeon for a comprehensive rehabilitation, including eyelid massage, performed to increase the area of the skin surface of the eyelid and eyelid gymnastics. These procedures are effective for one month after blepharoplasty until the stage of formation of gross cicatricial changes in the skin. If lagophthalmos persists for more than 6 months, repeated reconstructive blepharoplasty is recommended to eliminate lagophthalmos. Blepharoplasty, especially “circular” blepharoplasty, which involves expanding the surgical intervention area, is recommended to be performed in specialized certified ophthalmological clinics, it will reduce the risk of complications associated with this type of surgical intervention.
National Food Security Act of India and its impact after a decade of enactment and the way ahead
Authors: Singh Dr Jaspreet
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Food Security Act 2013, also known as National Food Security Act of India or the Right to Food Act, is an Act of Indian Parliament which aims to provide subsidized food grains to approximately two thirds of the country's population Justification: India continues to lag in terms of hunger (in Global Hunger Index), food security (in Global Food Security Index) and self-sufficiency in agricultural produce (Oxfam’s Food Availability Index), despite changing policies and economic growth. Policy recommendation: having more funding from the Governments (Central and State), involvement of private entities as Public Private Partnership, involving NGO’s and NPO’s and focusing on self-sufficiency in agricultural produce possibly by subsidized insurances for crops. Moto should be “produce more and produce right, feed more and feed right, fund more and fund right.”
Van Ness Surgery in Osteosarcoma of the femur. Case report with more than 5 years of evolution with literature review.
Authors: Fornasin Dr. Leonardo , Lores Dr. Carlos
Published: October 2024

Patient 17 years old, diagnosed with osteosarcoma in right distal femur, stage IIB (MusculoSkeletal Tumor Society), without distant bone involvement, multiple personal history, received chemotherapy treatment presenting a low percentage of necrosis with complications, it was decided to perform Van Ness surgical technique in 2018, technique in which resection is performed in tumor block plus rotationplasty, describing its importance in our patient and how this surgery allows greater adaptability to their daily life both social, family as well as school, using Toronto Extremity Salvage score for evaluation.
Treatment Paradigms in Radiation Maculopathy Treatment: What’s Next?
Authors: Powell Brittany , Lieberman Rachel , Finger Paul
Published: October 2024

Radiation is the most common life and sight-sparing treatment for eye cancer patients. However, it can subsequently lead to a dose-dependent, progressive radiation vasculopathy, which results in retinopathy- or optic neuropathy-related vision loss. Before the advent of intravitreal drug therapy, laser destruction of the ischemic retina was found to be effective for select patients. However, in 2006, the anti-vascular endothelial growth factor bevacizumab was found to trigger regression and suppress radiation maculopathy and optic neuropathy. Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor drugs were administered initially to forestall vision loss in patients with clinically significant disease. Advancements in retinal imaging and a better understanding of their capabilities resulted in earlier intervention with anti-vascular endothelial growth factor treatment. Still, not all the radiation damage to the retina was reversible. To prevent this irreversible injury, periodic anti-vascular endothelial growth factor therapy was given to those patients at the highest risk of developing radiation-related maculopathy within six months of high-dose foveal plaque radiation therapy. This research found that treating patients before clinically evident radiation maculopathy prevented or delayed the onset of radiation maculopathy with preservation of vision. Other strategies to prevent vision loss due to progressive, recalcitrant retinopathy have included the off-label use of alternative therapeutic agents and polypharmacy with intravitreal steroids. These therapeutic agents should be evaluated in protocols where intervention can be guided by optical coherence tomography angiography as subclinical obliterative retinal microangiopathy appears to start at the time of or soon after ocular irradiation. Treatment strategies have evolved, especially as our understanding of the condition has improved. We propose that future protocols take advantage of new therapies, use advances in retinal imaging, and employ novel technologies to establish optimal treatment regimens.
The Efficiency of MR Imaging in Augmented Breasts Post Filler Injection
Authors: Masoomi Michael , Al-Kandari Latifah , Farag Mohamed
Published: October 2024

Background: The development of breast augmentation techniques has advanced significantly, with the introduction of various options, including breast implants, which serve different purposes such as mammoplasty, breast reconstruction, and cosmetic breast enhancement. In recent years, injectable fillers have gained popularity as a non-surgical option for breast augmentation. In this context, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) presents several advantages over traditional imaging techniques like mammography and sonography, particularly in evaluating breasts augmented with injectable fillers. MRI's superior imaging capability makes it an essential tool for diagnosing breast abnormalities in patients who have undergone filler injections. The study aimed to evaluate the efficiency of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in diagnosing breast abnormalities in patients who have undergone breast augmentation through filler injections. Methods: A retrospective pilot study was conducted involving nine subjects who had received breast filler injections. The cohort comprised eight patients from the breast imaging unit at Mubarak Al Kabeer Hospital, a secondary care teaching hospital, and one patient from the Al-Faisal Center in Kuwait utilizing a 1.5 Tesla GE closed MRI machine. The scanning protocol included a series of sequences: T1 Axial, T2 STIR Axial, Axial Diffusion Weighted, Bilateral Sagittal T2, and Axial VIBRANT. Additionally, dynamic gadolinium-enhanced imaging was performed in seven phases. Subtracted images, Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP), kinetic curves, and color maps were also generated as part of the comprehensive imaging process. Results: MRI scans revealed multiple well-defined masses of varying sizes in both breasts, often accompanied by skin thickening and edema. The imaging characteristics included iso to hypointense signals on T1-weighted images, hyperintense signals on T2-weighted images, and intermediate to low signals on VIBRANT sequences. Importantly, these masses showed no enhancement with contrast and no restricted diffusion, suggesting a benign nature. One patient presented with a small cyst, while another displayed a well-defined, lobulated, heterogeneously enhancing mass, which was confirmed to be an atypical fibroadenoma upon core biopsy. Conclusions: The study concluded that MRI is the optimal imaging modality for evaluating breast lumps in patients with a history of filler injections, providing clear and definitive imaging results that can differentiate injected materials from other breast masses and highlight the need for continued research to refine diagnostic approaches in this growing area of cosmetic procedures and reconstructive breast procedures.
LiDAR and X-ray: A Retrospective Comparison of Spinal Alignment
Authors: Potts Dr Matthew
Published: October 2024

The study explores the potential of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology as a non-invasive alternative for measuring spinal alignment, particularly focusing on the correlation between LiDAR generated data and traditional X-ray measurements. The research involved 275 patients who underwent both full spine X-rays and LiDAR scans. The study compared measurements of Cobb angle, lumbar lordosis, and thoracic kyphosis derived from X-rays and the Spine3D LiDAR system by Sensor Medica. The results demonstrated a strong positive correlation between LiDAR and X-ray measurements across all conditions. The findings suggest that while LiDAR cannot replace X-rays for initial diagnostic purposes, it offers a promising tool for ongoing monitoring of spinal deformities, potentially reducing the frequency of exposure to ionising radiation, and improving patient compliance through engagement. This research highlights the potential for integrating LiDAR technology into clinical practice
Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy: Drinking to Excess
Authors: May Patrick , Figueredo Vincent
Published: October 2024

Alcohol is a commonly consumed and enjoyed commodity within the global population today. Despite a purported reduction in coronary artery disease with moderate alcohol use, chronic excessive alcohol consumption can lead to deleterious health effects. While mainly associated with liver disease, injury, and mental health, it can also have devastating effects on the cardiovascular system, such as heart failure, sudden cardiac death, and stroke. More than 280 million people worldwide are currently diagnosed with alcohol use disorder. Alcohol and its metabolites exert both direct and indirect toxic effects on myocardial tissues and can lead to myocardial cell damage, apoptosis, fibrosis, and progressive myocardial dysfunction, specifically dilated cardiomyopathy. We present the current epidemiology and incidence, outline the major toxic effects of alcohol and why they occur, discuss the current guideline-directed treatment strategies, and propose targets for possible therapies in the future based on pathophysiology.
Commonalities and Specificities in Cognitive and Psychosocial Effects in the Elderly Population During COVID-19 Lockdown in Inúbia Paulista-SP and Ribeirão Preto-SP, Brazil, in 2020-2022
Authors: Cenedesi Cenedesi
Published: October 2024

On January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that the outbreak of a new coronavirus (named COVID-19) constituted a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, the highest level of alert from the Organization according to the International Health Regulations (WHO website) 1,2 . This decision aimed to enhance global coordination, cooperation, and solidarity to stop the spread of the virus. Thus, the WHO declared the pandemic of the new coronavirus on March 11, 2020, by which point the disease had already reached 114 countries and infected 118,000 people, with 4,291 deaths 3 . It is important to highlight that the contemporary, globalized world is characterized (from an integration perspective) by increased flows of people, goods, capital, and services; technical networks of spaces are increasingly compressed by time, that is: biopolitics, a term used by philosopher Paul Preciado, which indicates that the same globalization that integrates ends up fragmenting and producing selectivity in the most present flows 4,5 . In addition to this, nosophobia or the fear of contracting the disease adds to the situation, affecting both healthcare professionals and the general population, particularly those over 60 years old, characterized by a recurrent and persistent fear, unlike hypochondria, which not only presents physical symptoms but also cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms, with a sense of insecurity in many aspects of life, from individual to collective perspectives, from the everyday functioning of society to changes in interpersonal relationships 6 .
Restoring stability - 4 in 1 quadriceps plasty for habitual patella dislocation in a ten-year-old child: a case report
Authors: Rao Sushanth S. , Balemane Sharat , Puthenpurakal Verghese M.
Published: October 2024

Complex clinical and surgical challenges accompany both congenital or fixed dislocations and obligatory or habitual patellar dislocations. Habitual dislocation of the patella is the most severe type of patellar instability and frequently call for surgical intervention. Various surgical procedures have been documented to address habitual patellar dislocation. Since no approach is 100% effective, a combined approach of techniques is recommended for the surgical treatment of habitual patellar dislocation. This article aims to describe the 4-in-1 quadriceps plasty procedure used to stabilize a 10-year-old child's fixed and habitual patellar dislocation.
Is there any connexion amid clinico-radiological outcomes in r-RMS diseased conditions: A study with DTI and MR Imaging – Part I
Authors: Raju Venkateshwarla Rama
Published: October 2024

: Multiple—sclerosis (MS) is a continual, persistent and repetitive disease pretending the central nervous system(CNS) characterized by recurring and reiterated occurrences of neuronal issues which are subsequently decrease stages. The prevalent MS is termed as Reverting (regressive, or relapsing)-remitting MS, i.e., r-RMS, in which, diseased encounter a cycle-of-symptom(CoS) eruptions (or flare-ups) plus successive resurgence cycles or episodes.

: To find the correlation among the clinical plus radiological findings in revert, also implement through degenerating MS diseased conditions remittently.

: Thirty subjects with their mean—value(±SD) of 28.27(±6.85) years (age ranging as of 18-40), male - female, who were diagnosed as R-RMS (as per Mc Donald criterion). DTI/f-MRI tools were applied for finding the brains anatomical/structural at micro-nano-levels and functional changes underlying the clinical manifestations-of MS.

: The percentage-of revert (or relapse, RR) plus lesional weight were correlated at baseline, following a year plus next 2years, there was more RRs correlated with greater lesional-weight(load, statistically significant,P≤0.0037), visual system affection, plus score-of-EDSS as snowballing lesional-weight of MS plaques were allied with cumulation (EDSS-score:p<0.029). There was no correlation(p≤0.029) amongst RR, pyramidal-warmth, cervical, cerebellar—sphincteric, ‘brain-stem’ followed by superficial sensory-motor systems. Significant correlations were found amid scores-of- EDSS and many diffusion-tensor-imaging(DTI) limits(parameters) within the usual-seeming grey matter plus areas-of-lesions(or plaques), signifying that DTI might detect anatomical-structural subcortical changes at microlesion-levels and deep brain structures variations analogous to ‘clinical—disability’. DTI changes were also seen in brain-regions (corpus-callosum, frontal-lobes, cerebellum, cingulum, plus corticospinal-tracts) which were correlated in larger RRs plus higher disability.

: DTI/f-MRI tools giving insights at the brains anatomical/structural at micro-nano-levels and functional changes underlying the clinical manifestations-of MS. Our findings features, pinpoints and highlights composite connections amid lesion issue, neural-deficits, also gray-matter (integrity) reliability that develops throughout the disease-course.
A rare case of radiologically diagnosed Pelizaeus-Merzbacher\'s disease (PMD) in a female infant
Authors: Dharni Tania , Aggarwal Sandeep , Sodhi Manmeet Kaur , Oberoi Vaibhav , Meena Pinki , Ali Asgar , Patidar Nilesh , Khanna Ratul
Published: October 2024

Pelizaeus-Merzbacher disease (PMD) is a rare X-linked dysmyelinating disorder caused by mutations in the PLP1 gene. Typically affecting males, PMD can also manifest in females due to skewed X-inactivation. Early diagnosis is crucial for managing the disease, with MRI serving as a potential alternative to genetic testing in resource-limited settings. We report the case of an 11-month-old female infant presenting with regression of developmental milestones. Initially, the infant achieved appropriate milestones but later exhibited impaired motor functions and reduced interest in toys. Routine laboratory tests were normal. MRI revealed bilaterally symmetrical T2/FLAIR hyperintense and T1 hypointense signal alterations in the cerebral white matter and brainstem, suggestive of PMD. Genetic testing was unavailable due to financial constraints. The patient’s two elder sisters, aged 9 and 10, also exhibited neuroregression and were bedridden, hinting at a genetic link. Diagnosis was based on characteristic MRI findings, as genetic testing was inaccessible. Differential diagnoses, including Salla disease and other leukodystrophies, were ruled out via imaging. Management involved a multidisciplinary approach, incorporating play therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy for spasticity, and behavioral therapy. Parents were counseled on seizure management and potential antiepileptic use. Emerging treatments like stem cell therapy are under investigation. This case underscores the importance of MRI in diagnosing PMD, especially in settings where genetic testing is impractical. We advocate for the use of brain imaging in early diagnosis to improve patient outcomes through timely supportive therapy. Recognizing PMD in females, though rare, is essential for comprehensive care.
Nonaka myopathy: First report of a rare mutation c.1702T>Cfrom India
Authors: Anandan Somarajan , Shajee Divine S , Kumar Jyothish P , Rajendran Sajeesh S , Somarajan Sourav Asha
Published: October 2024

Nonaka myopathy is an autosomal recessive muscle disease which is slowly progressive. It typically presents between age 20 and 40 years with bilateral foot drop caused by tibialis anterior muscle weakness. Subsequently involvement of the posterior compartment of the leg, followed by involvement of hamstrings, then hip girdle muscles occur, with relative sparing of the quadriceps. About ten to 20 years after the onset, patient may become wheel chair bound. It is caused by mutation in GNE gene on chromosome 9. Here we describe a case of Nonaka myopathy caused by homozygous missense mutation in GNE gene at codon 1702T>C(p.Phe568Leu) which has not been reported from India so far.
Cost-Sensitive Learning from Imbalanced Datasets for Retail Credit Risk Assessment
Authors: Oreški Stjepan , Oreški Goran
Published: October 2024

In the present study we propose a new classification technique based on genetic algorithm and neural network, optimized for the cost-sensitive measure and applied to retail credit risk assessment. The relative cost of misclassification, which properly accounts for different misclassification costs of minority and majority classes, is used as the primary evaluation measure. The test of the new algorithm is performed on Croatian and German retail credit datasets for seven different cost ratios. An empirical comparison with others in the literature presented models demonstrates the potential of the new technique in terms of misclassification costs.
Simulation as Logistic Support to Handling in the Warehouse: Case Study
Authors: Šaderová Janka , Marasová Daniela , Galliková Jana
Published: October 2024

Manipulation processes represent an important part of the material management in a company. These processes run inside a company and represent an integrated chain of material flow. The current situation regarding the material manipulation is evaluated using the manipulation indicators which may serve as the basis for manipulation system rationalisation designs. The present case study is focused on the determination of an appropriate number of forklift trucks in a given operation and consists of three sections. The introductory section deals with the evaluation of forklift activities while applying the selected analysis and the selected indicators. Analysis results subsequently served as a basis for the calculation. The calculated number of trucks must be properly verified; the verification should be focused on whether the given number of forklifts is actually sufficient for the performance of the current activities. The activities were verified while applying the simulation. A simulation model was created using the Technomatix Plan Simulation software.
Drivers and Barriers to Online Shopping in a Newly Digitalized Society
Authors: Akram M. Shakaib
Published: October 2024

Despite the massive penetration of internet in the developed and the developing world, e-commerce is still struggling in most of the developing and emerging economies. In this context, this study investigates why the customers, in developing countries, do not prefer online shopping for apparel despite the several benefits such as convenience, control, variety and enjoyment being offered by this mode of shopping. Moreover, the study assesses the boundary conditions under which consumers’ perceived risk diminishes online shopping benefits. With data from prospective online customers in an emerging economy, the proposed concept is tested using SmartPLS 3.0 based SEM approach. The results indicate a significant positive effect of online shopping benefits on consumers’ purchase intention for online shopping. In addition, the relationship between online shopping benefits and purchase intention is contingent on the consumers’ level of perceived risk in the digital environment. The paper concludes with a discussion on the managerial and the theoretical implications.
LMS Portal Moodle in Technical Professional Language Teaching
Authors: Gluchmanova Marta
Published: October 2024

Currently, the concept of e-learning is becoming a part of almost all areas of the educational process. Teachers should strive to implement the elements of subjects and thus actually upgrade the overall system of knowledge transfer, knowledge and skills in order to increase the quality of teaching and student work. E-learning has become a part of both the higher education fields of study branches and the study programs, but directly incorporated as a progressive form of education within general and professional courses of university study. This is the case even for students of production technologies.
Enhancing the Quality of Services and Reputation Level in Technical Engineering Higher Education
Authors: Dumitriu Dan
Published: October 2024

Providing true quality services, better adapted to market requests in technical engineering higher education, poses a series of challenges for all Romanian and European universities. To overcome these issues, the first mandatory step is to conduct a thorough market research in order to identify the needs and the expectations of the stakeholders involved in the educational processes. Both former and present students and also companies, active on the labour market who will finally “buy” the qualified work force trained by each technical university, should be taken into account in gathering and processing the required data. For this to be accomplished, the Quality Function Deployment (QFD) method has been adapted and applied in conducting a research that will constitute the first step in helping a technical university to identify the main issues that require improvements or immediate change, in order to be able to fulfil the present and future labour market requests and increase its reputation level at the same time.
Study of some Ectoparasites of Fishes from the Sava River as Part of Water Management in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Nedić Zlatko , Skenderović Isat , Adrović Avdul
Published: October 2024

The scientific investigation of aquatic ecosystems in Bosnia and Herzegovina has become increasingly intense in recent years. Due to a deficit in studies regarding parasitology and biological control of diseases, two important fish ectoparasites (Chilodonella cyprini and Ichthyophthirius multifiliis) were investigated in 22 fish species (400 individuals) during 2017 from the middle flow of the Sava River. The prevalence of infection and infection intensity were analyzed and signs of ichthyophthiriasis were also documented. The study gives recommendations for the development of aquatic ecosystem management.
EMC Pre-Compliance Tests and Educational Aspects
Authors: Aciu Lia Elena , Ogrutan Petre Lucian , Calin Marius Daniel , Popanton Mariuta
Published: October 2024

The aim of this paper is to present the obtained results at the pre-compliance EMC measurements according to the European standards for a microcontroller based device. The EMC measurements fulfils the students’ education in electronics and electrical engineering, who after building microcontroller devices can see the impact on the environment and the immunity to electromagnetic disturbances.
Determination of CVD Coating Thickness for Shaped Surface Tool
Authors: Botko Frantisek , Hatala Michal , Beraxa Pavol , Duplak Jan , Zajac Jan
Published: October 2024

Nowadays it is very important to reach optimal life time for tools used in industry. CVD coatings belong together with the PVD coatings to the most commonly used final surface treatment. Determination coating properties, such as tribological properties, hardness, thickness and many others are very crucial. Presented research is focused on determination of individual layer thickness in multi-layer CVD coating used for surface treatment of shaped surface tools.
Modeling of Some Chaotic Systems with AnyLogic Software
Authors: Zlatanovska Biljana , Stojkovikj Natasha , Kocaleva Mirjana , Stojanova Aleksandra , Koceva Lazarova Limonka , Gobubovski Roman
Published: October 2024

The chaotic systems are already known in the theory of chaos. In our paper will be analyzed the following chaotic systems: Rossler, Chua and Chen systems. All of them are systems of ordinary differential equations. By mathematical software Mathematica and MatLab, their graphical representation as continuous dynamical systems is already known. By computer simulations, via examples, the systems will be analyzed using AnyLogic software. We would like to present the way how ordinary differential equations are modeling with AnyLogic software, as one of the simplest software for use.
W stronę zrównoważonej i cyfrowej gospodarki – o wyzwaniach podwójnej transformacji w Unii Europejskiej
Authors: Cabańska Judyta , Czyżewska-Misztal Dorota , Perska Anita
Published: October 2024

Towards a sustainable and digital economy – on the challenges of the twin transition in the EU. The twin transition in the EU constitutes an important research and policy area nowadays. Efforts are multiplied in order to face challenges resulting from the digital transformation of economies and societies as well as fostering sustainable development goals. The considerations presented in this chapter are guided by three objectives: 1) an outline of the EU’s digital transformation efforts with the identification of key projects in this area; 2) an outline of the EU’s green transformation efforts; and 3) an identification of the challenges arising from green and digital transformation for the EU. Text analysis and case study are used as research methods in the chapter. The results show that the twin transition is a process that already started being implemented, the EU has formulated strategies, key projects and indicators to be measured. Now a common effort of multiple stakeholders: Member States, the EU institutions, European enterprises and societies is needed to face diverse challenges of the green and digital transition in the EU.
Fair Trade, czyli Sprawiedliwy Handel – w kierunku zrównoważonej gospodarki rynkowej
Authors: Śliwińska Magdalena
Published: October 2024

Fair Trade – towards sustainable market economy. The aim of this chapter is to explain the role of Fair Trade movement and market in transition towards a sustainable market economy. To achieve this goal, first the idea, definitions and aims of Fair Trade are analysed. Second, on that basis the role of Fair Trade in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals is explored. Third, it is analysed in which way the Fair Trade certification schemes introduce on the market values important for sustainable development. And fourth, is explained how the sustainable business models of Fair Trade enterprises being the members of World Fair Trade Organization may contribute to sustainable transition. It is concluded that Fair Trade initiative plays an important role in transition towards sustainable market economy, introducing such values as responsibility, altruism and solidarity directly into the market in various ways. On the one hand, Fair Trade organisations undertake social actions aimed at making the society, i.e. consumers and politicians, aware of global challenges and the possibility of counteracting them both through responsible consumer decisions and the creation of certain top-down regulations conducive to the realization of SDGs. On the other hand, the very existence of this market influences the awareness of all market participants, thanks to advertisements for Fair Trade products, showing what socially responsible production is all about, and what kind of problems are counteracted by sustainable business models like Fair Trade enterprises, or the use of Fair Trade product certifications.
Starzenie się społeczeństw w krajach Unii Europejskiej
Authors: Szwarc Krzysztof
Published: October 2024

Aging societies in European Union countries. In this chapter, a comprehensive presentation of the situation of European Union countries regarding the aging process of societies has been provided. Its aim was to present, in a synthesized form, the current state along with indicating developmental trends, discussing causes, and potential consequences. Based on Eurostat data, the state of the discussed process was identified as advanced, mainly due to demographic processes occurring in the past, but also contemporary attitudes of inhabitants, particularly in the reproductive sphere. Possible effects of the aging phenomenon were outlined, encompassing both negative aspects (such as issues in the job market or within the social security system) and positive ones (the development of the so-called silver economy). The situation of EU countries appears challenging, given the pace at which the aging process of societies is progressing, which may primarily result in a decline in the quality of life for seniors. Among the opportunities lies technological advancement and medical services development, enabling older individuals to function more easily during their post-productive years.
On Contestation of a String of Transactions in Bankruptcy Cases on the Ground of Being Sham Transactions
Authors:   Associate Professor of the Department of Civil Law of the Law Institute of the Siberian Federal University, PhD (Law), Associate Professor, Bogdanova Inna S. , Fayzullin Ruslan V. ,   Associate Professor of the Department of Civil Law of the Law Institute of the Siberian Federal University, PhD (Law)
Published: October 2024

The authors of the article refer to the concept and signs of a sham deal, paying special attention to the sign of the coincidence of the parties in the covering and disguised deals. Based on the analysis of judicial practice in bankruptcy cases, the conditions for qualifying as sham several consecutive transactions covering a single transaction for the withdrawal of the debtor’s assets are identified. The problem of the presence of a sign of coincidence of the initial and final parties of transactions in a chain of sham transactions is considered separately. A conclusion is formulated about the coincidence of the initial and final parties of transactions and in the case of a sequence of interrelated transactions.
A Non-Trivial Approach to Selection of Obligatory Matters to Be Included in the Agenda of an Ordinary (Annual) General Meeting of Members of a Limited Liability Company
Authors:   Postgraduate Student of the Department of Civil Law and Civil Procedure of the Law Faculty of the A.S. Griboyedov Moscow University, LL.M., Parshin Ilya D.
Published: October 2024

The article is dedicated to an analysis of the need to hold ordinary (annual) general meetings of members of a limited liability company (including in one person companies); selection of obligatory matters to be included in the agenda of such meetings. The author proves the need to hold ordinary (annual) general meetings in all limited liability companies, concludes that the only imperative matter to be included in the agenda of a general meeting of members is approval of the annual performance of the company, justifies that review of other matters is optional taking into account the provisions of applicable laws, judicial practice and relevant civil studies.
On Metamorphoses of the Categorical Framework and the Right of Ownership of a Digital Financial Asset and Digital Currency
Authors:   Professor of the Department of Civil and Labor Law, Civil Procedure of the Kikot Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Deryugina Tatyana V.
Published: October 2024

The scientific article is devoted to two interrelated problems: the lack of unity of the categorical apparatus, as well as the emergence of a new right – the right to own a digital object. The analysis of the conceptual apparatus used by the legislator, in particular the concept of the node of the information system, allows us to assert that the terms not always used correctly reflect the essence of the legal phenomenon and correspond to the categorical apparatus already formed in the doctrine and legislation. In this case, the substitution of the concepts of the subject and the object of law is established, where the object of law is endowed with a set of duties. A study of legislation on digital financial assets and digital currency allowed us to conclude that a new right has been consolidated – the right to own a digital object. The right of possession is compared with other powers (the right of possession, the right of holding) and other rights having both an absolute and relative nature. It is proved that the right of possession is characterized by absolutely relative signs. Its content is a truncated right of ownership (without the element of actual possession); the rights of use and disposal. The object of the right of possession can only be intangible objects. It has been proven that a digital currency, like a digital financial asset, has a property right in its content.
Administrative Law Regulation of Operations of Governmental Authorities as a Public Administration Attribute
Authors:   Honored Lawyer of the Russian Federation, LL.D., Professor, Professor of the Department of Administrative Law and Procedure of the Kutafin Moscow State Law University (MSAL), Rossinsky Boris V.
Published: October 2024

The article examines the features of the legal regulation of employees’ work in organizations implementing certain state powers, in particular, state corporations. It is noted that employers of such organizations have the right to adopt local regulatory acts, including those establishing restrictions, prohibitions, and additional obligations for employees, which are practically implemented in all such organizations. Based on the analysis of relevant local acts, it is concluded that the requirements imposed on employees of such organizations, their restrictions and prohibitions, as a rule, are no softer than similar requirements, restrictions and prohibitions characteristic of civil servants, and in some cases, they seem even stricter. It is claimed that administrative and legal regulation of work in organizations included in the systems of state corporations, other non-profit structures endowed with public authority, becomes an attribute of public administration.
The Administrative Liability for Violation of Laws on the Organization of Provision of State and Municipal Services (Art. 5.63 of the Administrative Offense Code of the Russian Federation)
Authors:   PhD (Law), Lecturer of the Department of Administrative Law of the Kikot Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Yurkova Olga A.
Published: October 2024

The article reveals actual problems of the legislative construction of article 5.63 of the CAO RF. The author pays attention to the problems of subject composition of this article. The problems of uncertainty of administrative and legal status of employees of multifunctional centers are revealed. Based on the results of the analysis of the identified problems, recommendations for their resolution are offered.
Public Administration and Administrative and Public Activities in the Russian Federation
Authors:   LL.D., Professor, Head of the Department of Administrative Law and Procedure Named after N.G. Salischeva of the Russian State University of Justice, Stakhov Aleksandr I.
Published: October 2024

The article reviews the problem raised by N.G. Salischeva and related to bringing joint activities of executive and local self-government authorities and their officials in compliance with the constitutional requirements. The corpus of recently developed administrative and administrative procedure laws of the Russian Federation is singled out of the complex analysis of the latest version of the Constitution of the Russian Federation and applicable public laws. Uniting of executive, local self-government authorities and organizations with the status of a government or other agency in the single system called public administration of the Russian Federation is justified with regards to contemporary administrative and administrative procedure relations. The paper presents key elements (purpose, tasks, functions, forms) that uncover the specific nature of administrative and public activities performed in the Russian Federation. The author comes to a general conclusion that presented scientifically justified approaches to understanding administrative and administrative procedure laws of the Russian Federation, agencies and officials of public administration of the Russian Federation as well as procedural and extra-procedural forms of administrative and public activities performed by such agencies (officials) in the Russian Federation may form the basis of the concept of the federal law, on Public Administration of the Russian Federation that can solve the problem of bringing joint law enforcement activities of executive, local self-government authorities and organizations with the status of a government or other agency in strict compliance with Art. 2, 18, 72, 132 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation.
Impactos das políticas de formação de professores: percepções de bolsistas do PIBID e RP
Authors: Vanzuita Alexandre , Guérios Juliana
Published: October 2024

Este artigo apresenta resultados de uma pesquisa sobre os Programas de formação de Professores PIBID e Residência Pedagógica. Neste recorte, o presente artigo tem como objetivo compreender quais os impactos das experiências que ocorrem na aproximação da universidade com as redes educacionais por meio da inserção dos/as estudantes-bolsistas nas escolas públicas na perspectiva de bolsistas/residentes de iniciação à docência e residentes. O estudo foi realizado com 100 bolsistas/residentes, pertencentes aos Programas PIBID e Residência Pedagógica, estudantes de um Instituto Federal. Utilizou-se da abordagem qualitativa, de característica analítico-descritiva e interpretativa e como instrumento de coleta de dados foi utilizado o Grupo Focal. As considerações finais reforçam que os dois Programas de Iniciação à docência contribuem de forma positiva na formação de professores, diante dos relatos apresentados pelos bolsistas/residentes. O PIBID e o Programa de RP se mostraram importantes campos de experiência, em razão de potencializar a formação crítica e reflexiva. Dessa forma, os Programas PIBID e Residência Pedagógica mostram-se indispensáveis como Políticas de Formação de Professores em nosso país.
Los valores en la práctica docente universitaria. Revisión sistematizada
Authors: Briceño Caballero Maritza Minelli , Comas Forgas Rubén
Published: October 2024

Los valores en la docencia son un tema de gran interés debido a su relevancia y trascendencia en la formación del alumnado. Este trabajo pretende recopilar las investigaciones que abordan dicha temática con el fin de sistematizar y analizar el cuerpo de evidencias generadas. La revisión incluyó 32 artículos extraídos de las bases de datos SCOPUS, ERIC y Dialnet. Se encontró que las investigaciones analizadas muestran coincidencias en la metodología, técnica de recolección de datos y resultados. El corpus de estudios analizados destaca la importancia de los valores en la práctica docente, siendo los valores más mencionados la responsabilidad, el respeto y el compromiso. Se encontraron también otros aspectos como las estrategias que se utilizan en el aula, algunas dificultades para la enseñanza de valores y otras variables que pueden intervenir en este proceso. A partir de los resultados se recomienda  realizar investigaciones que estudien y traten de comprender de forma más profunda el tema utilizando diversas técnicas de recogida más complejas que permitan realizar una triangulación de la información y determinar el impacto que tienen los valores en la formación y el aprendizaje de los estudiantes, al igual que implementar en las instituciones estrategias como la evaluación docente de forma sistemática, la creación de códigos de ética, la capacitación al docente y la inclusión formal de estos temas en los planes de estudio.
Relación entre la investigación, la docencia, la extensión y el entorno empresarial de un Instituto Superior Politécnico de Angola
Authors: Cruz-Acosta Roberto , Cassungo-Cruz Ruth Bulica Chana
Published: October 2024

Este trabajo busca analizar la interrelación entre la investigación, la docencia, la extensión y el entorno empresarial en un Instituto Superior Politécnico de Benguela, Angola, con el fin de identificar sinergias y áreas de mejora que fortalezcan la formación académica y la proyección de la institución en el entorno. Se utilizó un enfoque metodológico mixto, con una población de 352 sujetos, entre estudiantes, profesores, directivos y representantes de empresas locales. Los encuestados reconocen la falta de docentes con el grado de master o doctor como una de las debilidades para una buena gestión de los procesos universitarios, ya que son ellos los llamados a impulsar la generación de nuevo conocimiento y su aplicación a la solución de problemas del contexto. Lo anterior afecta la calidad de los procesos de docencia, investigación y extensión, reduciendo la credibilidad de las IES, disminuyendo la empleabilidad de los egresados  y limitando la divulgación de los resultados investigativos.
Перенос резонансного излучения в газовых средах с нестационарной кинетикой
Authors: Kosarev Nikolai Ivanovich
Published: October 2024

Обзор посвящен численному моделированию переноса линейчатого излучения в газовых средах, обладающих 3D геометрией, и в условии нестационарной кинетики возбуждения и ионизации. Скоростные уравнения баланса населенностей многоуровневого атома определяются прямыми и обратными ударно-радиационными процессами. При этом вероятности вынужденных процессов фотовозбуждения в любой точке газовой среды зависят от средней по телесным углам и частоте интенсивности излучения. Эта средняя интенсивность складывается из интенсивности внешнего излучения, которое, распространяясь в среде, поглощается атомами, и собственного излучения, формируемого внутренними источниками фотонов. Математическая постановка задачи ударно-радиационной кинетики принимает вид системы интегро-дифференциальных уравнений. Вычисление трехкратного интеграла по частотной и угловым переменным проводится дискретно-разностными методами с помощью приема дискретизации объема на прицельные плоскости. В результате разработанных уникальных приемов, методов и вычислительных алгоритмов задача Коши для системы интегро-дифференциальных уравнений сводится к системе обыкновенных дифференциальных уравнений, которая затем решается численно методами Адамса и Гира. Приводятся результаты моделирования определенного класса задач кинетики фотовозбуждения и свечения газов под действием внешнего излучения. Выполненные исследования дополняют астрофизическую теорию переноса излучения, а также вносят значительный вклад в развитие спектроскопических методов диагностики излучающих газов и плазмы.