bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Posthuman Imagination of Digital Opera in the 21st Century: Michel van der Aa's (2019-2020)
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Won Yuseon
Published: October 2023

This study explores the post-human imaginative aspects present in Michel van der Aa's opera Upload(2019-2020). This work serves as a motif based on the concept of ‘mind uploading’ which has been extensively discussed in connection with the advent of posthumanism in the future. After examining the shifts in contemporary opera due to the proliferation of technology, this study delves into the futuristic imagination realized in “Upload” through three perspectives: ‘post-death and disembodiment imagination,’ ‘the dichotomy of mind and body in a gender context,’ and ‘transition from transhuman narratives to posthuman narratives.’ While this piece seemingly portrays a techno-fantasy that aims to overcome human limitations through technology, it also presents the problems that could arise from technological failure through its stagecraft transcending the stage and screen, narrative strategies of reversal, and the intertwining of electronic and acoustic music.
A Critical Study on Korean Language Department Curriculum Research at Overseas Universities
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Kim Sunkyung , Koo Minji
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine how research on the Korean language education curriculum in foreign universities has been conducted and to explore future research directions. To achieve this, 31 research papers were extracted and analyzed using a classification framework based on previous studies. The research in this field had a minimal increase until 2013 but has shown a steady growth since 2015, indicating an expansion of research on Korean language education curriculum from domestic to international contexts. Most studies focused on analyzing the curriculum, while studies on design and comparison were relatively limited. Chinese research on the curriculum was the most prominent, often covering the entire curriculum, while studies focusing on specific functions or subjects were lacking. In terms of research methods, descriptive analysis was predominantly used, and the application of diverse research methods was found to be limited.
Format Characteristics and Korean Storytelling of K-reality Show
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Jeon Youngjin , Kim Gongsook
Published: October 2023

This study analyzes the global success factors of , which topped Netflix for the first time in K-reality show, from the perspective of composition differentiated from existing reality shows and Korean storytelling.  enhances reality by configuring the quest to perform like a “sports” based on “body”. The proportion of unprepared auxiliary narratives is large, there is no MC, and subtitles are minimized, lowering language and cultural barriers, and differentiating them from existing entertainment shows with lively video expressions and mise-en-scène. By borrowing humanities knowledge, it develops into a huge story to improve quality, and instead of emphasizing the heroic characters of existing reality shows, it forms a mission-oriented narrative. Korean storytelling elements include fairness, principles, and mutual respect, “Cheong” and fellowship, and leadership in cooperation and communication with the group “Shinmyeong”. As a result,  can be seen as effectively realizing the planning intention of “perfect physical exploration” and increasing accessibility for overseas viewers.
The Extended Phenotype of Fandom through K-Pop Fandom Content
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Oh Yoonji
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this paper is to understand the implications of K-Pop fandom content production in terms of Richard Dawkins' The Extended Phenotype. To this end, this study explored the factors that sustain the production of fandom content through in-depth interviews with fandom members. As a result, it is found that fandom 'self-expression', which is the cause of fandom content creation, is driven by individual behavioral strategies in the genetic sense of Richard Dawkins. Fandom superimpose their identity on the production of fandom content and perform extended expression for the survival and continuation of their genes. The significance of this study is that it explores the principles underlying the productivity of K-Pop fandom by understanding it in terms of natural science.
Historical Reviews of Korean Government's Policy to Attract Foreign Students
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Lee Sangil
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this paper is to examine the history of the Korean government's policy to attract foreign students and to discuss its achievements and limitations at this time when attracting foreign students becomes important. Research method of this paper is analizing academic articles and policy research papers of Korean government. As a result of this study, the Korean government's policy to attract foreign students began with supporting for overseas Koreans learning in their home country(Korea) and expanded to attract foreign students. And it was systematized over time and achieved great results. However, there are still some limitations such as a lack of diversification strategies and a lack of cooperation among government ministries in the field of attracting foreign students.
A Consideration on Documents Proving Korean Language Proficiency for Foreign Students’ Permanent Residence in Korea
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Lee Yunju
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to take a close look at the documents proving Korean language proficiency, which are essential requirements when issuing visas and changing residency status for foreigners, identify the problems, and propose ways to prove Korean language proficiency for permanent residence in Korea from the perspective of international students. there is. For this purpose, documents proving Korean language proficiency presented in the “Visa Issuance Guide Manual” and the “Foreigners Residence Guide Manual” were presented by residency status, and TOPIK and KIIP were compared and analyzed. This is a way to prove practical Korean language skills for international students settling in Korea. First, prove Korean language skills through integration with academic achievements. Second, prove your Korean language skills by submitting a letter of recommendation from the evaluator. Third, prove your Korean language skills through actual conversations or interviews. Fourth, it was proposed to demonstrate Korean language proficiency based on cultural activities and volunteer experiences.
Dynamics of Picture Book Text and Relativity of Interpretation: Focusing on the Fusion Method and Healing Function of Picture Books
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Shin Junga
Published: October 2023

This paper reviewed the convergence method of writing and painting that picture book writers want to keep in mind for readers, and examined the direction of picture book creation that can exert a healing function. As we looked at, the writings and pictures of picture books express meanings that cannot be contained without each other by reproducing each other. This is presented in various forms based on the relationship between main information and surplus information, and the combination of these two creates more meaning than the meaning of each. The reader mobilizes all senses to find the meaning generated from the text. This can be confirmed in the picture book used in this study. This is the case with gaining comfort by approaching parents' divorce from a different perspective, showing a narrative of overcoming obstacles through consideration and love of others, and laying the way to respect oneself. This confirmed that the complete fusion of picture book writing and painting can not only give the reader emotional comfort and stability, but also reveal the function of healing.
The Effect of Short-form Advertising on SNS Tourism Marketing Using the AISAS Model
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Park Young-kwang , Lee Seung-kon
Published: October 2023

With the development of digital technology, the mobile advertising market is growing rapidly despite the economic downturn of COVID-19, and the media content industry that easily uploads short-form videos is also drawing attention. As such, short-form videos are affecting various industries. This study tried to find out the effect of short-form advertisements on tourism marketing. As for the research method, an empirical survey was conducted on the AISAS model as a survey app, and a structural equation modeling analysis was conducted, and as a result, it was confirmed that it had a significant impact on tourism marketing. As for academic implications, the AISAS model was applied to the tourism field, and research was conducted through short-form video advertisements. In addition, the relationship between advertising effects in tourism marketing has been verified. Practical implications suggested that SNS short form advertisements have a positive effect on tourists, have a positive effect on search and visit for tourist destinations, and have a high utilization of SNS due to the effect of showing tourists.
A Study on the Relationship between Export Performance Influencing Factors and Intention to Share Knowledge
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Kim YuKyung , Kim HanJib
Published: October 2023

Currently, in the midst of a global economic downturn, the importance of researching ways to enhance companies' export performance has become increasingly pronounced as the economic environment grows more challenging. This study aimed to examine the impact of export market orientation, personal networks, and export marketing capabilities as mediating factors on export performance. The analysis method employed for this purpose included multiple regression analysis and Baron & Kenny's (1986) mediating effect verification method. The analysis results of this study confirmed that export market orientation, personal networks, and export marketing capabilities all have significant effects on knowledge sharing intentions and export performance, with knowledge sharing intentions partially mediating the relationship between these variables and export performance. Through this, the study provides practical marketing strategy implications for companies to apply and develop knowledge sharing intentions in a manner suitable for their business environment, contributing to export performance.
Analysis of the Relationship The Core Competence and Problem-solving Ability in College Students Majoring in Beauty
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Kim Seon , Chon Haejung
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between the core competencies and problem-solving skills of college students majoring in beauty and to provide basic data for the development of programs to strengthen their abilities. For this, a questionnaire survey was performed against college students majoring in cosmetology from March 14 to April 17, 2023. A total of 448 copies were used for final analysis. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS 21.0. The conclusion of the study is as follows. First, among the competencies, the level of collaboration competency and confidence was the highest. Second, problemsolving skills were high when the level of professional competency, civic awareness, and collaborative competency was excellent. Third, problem-solving skills and professional skills showed the highest positive correlation. Fourth, professional competencies of core competencies had the greatest impact on problem-solving ability, professional competencies had the greatest impact on confidence and individual control, and collaborative competencies had the greatest impact on approach avoidance style. Therefore, since the professional competencies of college students majoring in beauty have the greatest impact on problem-solving skills, it is necessary to systematically acquire professional competencies, open a program to foster problem-solving skills, and link education and curriculum.
A Study on the Functions of Repetition in the YouTube Discourse of North Korean Defectors: Focusing on
Authors:   The Korean Society of Culture and Convergence, Cho Wisu
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze the functions of repetition in the YouTube discourse of North Korean defectors. For this purpose, 10 videos were selected by probability sampling method from the two-person broadcasts of  channel. The discourse in the videos was transcribed using CLOVA Note and WaveSurfer programs. Based on the transcribed data, the functions of repetition in the YouTube discourse of North Korean defectors were analyzed by dividing repetition into self-repetition and other-repetition. The results showed that repetition performed four major functions: discourse progression, information delivery, emotional, and identity formation. This confirmed that repetition is not a simple linguistic phenomenon, but a communication strategy in the discourse of North Korean defectors. The data used in this study were collected from a limited range and scale, so there are limitations to generalize the results of the study. However this study has significance in that it provides a new perspective on the communication characteristics and strategic functions of repetition of North Korean defectors.
Validasi modul Solve It untuk meningkatkan kemampuan pemecahan soal cerita matematika
Authors: Siregar Nani Restati
Published: October 2023

Kemampuan menggunakan strategi pemecahan soal cerita matematika pada peserta didik sekolah dasar berperan penting pada pembelajaran matematika ketika peserta berada di sekolah menengah pertama. Oleh karena itu, penggunaan strategi pemecahan yang tepat diperlukan dalam belajar soal cerita matematika. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk memvalidasi modul mengenai strategi pemecahan soal cerita yang diberi nama Solve It dan menerapkan modul Solve It untuk meningkatkan kemampuan melakukan pemecahan soal cerita. Partisipan dalam penelitian ini yaitu guru sekolah dasar sebagai penilai ahli untuk melakukan validasi modul dan siswa sekolah dasar di Yogyakarta yang terlibat dalam penelitian eksperimen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa modul Solve It memiliki nilai validitas isi yang tinggi. Di sisi lain, para siswa yang dilatih dengan strategi Solve It mengalami peningkatan kemampuan pemecahan soal cerita. Temuan ini memberikan sumbangan bagi pengembangan teori kognitif mengenai peran penting metakognitif dalam mengontrol proses berpikir bagi siswa yang berkesulitan matematika.
TARI BAKANJAR DALAM UPACARA ADAT MAHANYARI BANIH ANUM DI DESA HARUYAN DAYAK KECAMATAN HANTAKAN KABUPATEN HULU SUNGAI TENGAH
Authors: Jannah Misbahul , Suwarjiya  , Rahmani
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini berkenaan dengan Tari Bakanjar dalam Upacara Mahanyari Banih Anum di Desa Haruyan Dayak Kecamatan Hantakan Kabupaten Hulu Sungai Tengah. Tari Bakanjar yang merupakan satu- satunya seni tari yang ada di Desa Haruyan Dayak Kecamatan Hantakan Kabupaten Hulu Sungai Tengah. Tari Bakanjar memiliki peran dalam kehidupan masyarakat Desa Haruyan Dayak. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu mendiskripsikan sejarah , bentuk penyajian Upacara Mahanyari Banih Anum dan mendeskripsikan peran Tari Bakanjar dalam kehidupan masyarakat Desa Haruyan Dayak Kecamatan Hantakan Kabupaten Hulu Sungai Tengah. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode penelitian Deskriptif Kualitatif. Teknik Pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik observasi, wawancara kepada beberapa narasumber yang terlibat dalam penelitian ini, serta dokumentasi berupa foto-foto dan video tari Bakanjar sebagai pendukung penelitian.Berdasarkan penelitian diperoleh hasil sebagai berikut : (1) Tari Bakanjar dalam upacara di Desa Haruyan Dayak terutama dalam Aruh Mahanyari Banih Anum berawal dari lahirnya Religi Balian. Keberadaan tari Bakanjar dalam upacara Mahanyari Banih Anum bersamaan dengan dilaksanakan Aruh huma, (2) Bentuk penyajian dan Struktur upacara Mahanyari Banih Anum terbagi menjadi tahapan : Persiapan (Musyawarah dan batarah), Pelaksanaan Aruh ada prosesi pembukaan (tari Bakanjar, panyarahan, balapas basar, manjanji Balai, bakapur, dan bapalit liur), Prosesi inti (bamamang dan Batandik), dan Penutup pelaksanaan (manggalung). (3) Peran Tari Bakanjar pada upacara Mahanyari Banih Anum merupakan bagian prosesi pembukaan pada pelaksanaan Aruh dan sebagai bentuk penyambutan terhadap para tamu undangan baik dari dunia tengah (manusia) maupun dunia bawah (roh-roh leluhur). Bagi para pemuka adat tari Bakanjar selain sebagai bagian prosesi upacara juga berperan sebagai sarana komunikasi baik dengan Ilah (Tuhan), datu nini (leluhur), maupun dengan sesama manusia. Dengan dilaksanakannya tari Bakanjar pada upacara adat para penari dan pelaku Aruh dapat mengungkapkan ekspresi rasa syukur, suka cita, harapan, dan mengikat perasaan lebih dalam lagi tentang keberadaan para dewa dan roh leluhur dalam keberlangsungan hidup mereka.
Politik Ekoloji Açısından Aktif Yeşil Alan ve Parklara Erişimin İncelenmesi: Bursa Şehri Örneği
Authors: ÇAKIR Muammer , TAŞ Barış
Published: October 2023

Kentsel arazi kullanım biçimlerinden olan yeşil alan ve parklar, insanların rekreasyon ihtiyacını karşılarken bu alanların yer tahsisi, projelendirilmesi, alansal büyüklüğü ve erişilebilir olması üzerinde yerel politik kararlar etkilidir. Bu bağlamda Bursa şehrinde hali hazırda bulunan aktif yeşil alanların erişilebilirlik düzeylerini politik ekoloji açısından incelemek çalışmanın amacını oluşturmaktadır. Aktif yeşil alanların yürüme mesafesinde (500 m) erişim düzeylerini incelemek için ArcGIS 10.8 programında Network Analyst aracı kullanılarak mevcut ulaşım ağları ile aktif yeşil alanlar arasında servis ağları belirlenmiştir. Yapılan analiz sonucunda 29 mahalle tam (212.807 kişi), 89 mahalle yarı (1.031.332 kişi), 83 mahalle kısmi (687.666 kişi) ve 69 mahallede (151.666 kişi) aktif yeşil alanlara erişimin olmadığı bilgisine erişilmiştir. Elde edilen bilgiler, Bursa şehrinde yeşil alanlara erişimde mekânsal farklılıkların olduğunu göstermiştir.
Evrimsel Ekonomik Coğrafya Perspektifinden Türkiye’de Bölgelerin İlişkili Çeşitlilik Dinamiklerine Yönelik Ampirik Bir Analiz
Authors: GÜLTEKİN Leventcan , YAVAN Nuri , KURUL Zühal
Published: October 2023

İlişkililik ve bölgesel çeşitlenme konusu son 15 yılda ekonomik coğrafya ve bölgesel kalkınma alanında en çok tartışılan konuların başında gelmektedir. Bu iki kavram, bir yandan bölgelerin büyümesinin ve farklı ekonomik faaliyetlere çeşitlenmesinin kaynaklarını açıklarken, öbür yandan endüstriyel gelişmenin bölgelerde nasıl ortaya çıktığını ve zaman içerisinde nasıl değiştiğini ve dallandığını ortaya koymaktadır. Bu kapsamında çalışma evrimsel ekonomik coğrafya literatüründe ön plana çıkan İlişkililik konsepti bağlamında Türkiye’de illerin ilişkili çeşitlilik ve bölgesel çeşitlenme dinamiklerinin incelenmesini amaçlamaktadır. 2012-2017 döneminde illere ait ürün bazında ihracat verilerinin kullanıldığı çalışmada entropi yöntemiyle ilişkili ve ilişkisiz çeşitlilik endeksleri hesaplanmıştır. Analiz sonuçlarına göre ilişkili ve ilişkisiz çeşitlilik değerleri bakımından iller arasında önemli heterojenlik gözlemlenmekle birlikte metropollerin hem ilişkili hem de ilişkisiz çeşitlilik bakımından yüksek değerlere sahip olduğu görülmektedir. Ayrıca bölgelerin ihracat portföyünün çeşitlenme karakteristiği incelendiğinde, illerin ağırlıkla mevcut üretken yapısı ile ilişkili ürünlere doğru çeşitlenme eğilimi olduğuna yönelik ampirik bulgular elde edilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonuçları, Türkiye’nin bölgesel kalkınma politikası ve akıllı uzmanlaşma stratejileri için önemli ipuçları sağlamaktadır.
SOME ASPECTS OF THE CORRELATION BETWEEN FREEDOM OF RELIGION AND FREEDOM OF RELIGIOUS PROPAGANDA IN ORTHODOX THEOLOGY OF THE XIX - EARLY XX CENTURIES
Authors:   Vladimdir State University named after Alexander and Nikolay Stoletovs, Vladimdir, Russian Federation, MARKOVA N.M.
Published: October 2023

The article discusses the relationship between the understanding of such categories as “freedom of religion” and “freedom of religious propaganda” by Orthodox theologians and jurists at the turn of the XIX-XX centuries. The Russian legislation of this period of time, protecting the position of the Orthodox Church as “primary and dominant” in the state, limited the possibility of religious propaganda, giving this right only to the Russian Orthodox Church. However, the proclaimed freedom of religion caused a number of discussions regarding the completeness of religious tolerance in Russia and the place of freedom of religious propaganda within the framework of freedom of religion.
MODERN TOOLS OF DIRECT DEMOCRACY IN THE US PUBLIC LIFE
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation, MARKUSHINA N.YU. , PARFENENOK N.L. , FYODOROV R.А.
Published: October 2023

Nowadays, in the era of multiple digital platforms for decision-making, the public and governmental interest towards direct democracy instruments is constantly growing. The goal of this article is to determine the spheres of social life where direct democracy is most effective. The study will contain the analysis of existing societies where direct democracy is already implemented, the US society in particular. The definition of the modern direct democracy instruments will be given, as well as the legislative base of such instruments in various states of the USA and the criteria for analyzing all precedents of direct democracy in the USA in 2011-2020, taking into consideration their legal status in different states. The conclusion of this article is the percentage ratio of direct democracy precedents in the USA in different spheres of social life.
FEATURES OF CHINA’S SPORTS DIPLOMACY
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation, LIU ZH.
Published: October 2023

The author tries in this article to identify the features of China’s sports diplomacy. The author suggests that even before the concept of “soft power” appeared, China used sports to promote itself on the world stage and form a favorable image. It was China that offered Ping-pong diplomacy to the world, which made it possible to establish a dialogue between China and the United States. All other types of Chinese sports diplomacy are also aimed at helping to implement the general strategy of the People’s Republic of China, which should help the country create a special attractive image. The holding of the Olympic Games, the presence of China’s political elite at various sporting events, the support of a number of sports - all this forms a unique phenomenon of China’s sports diplomacy at the present stage of the development of international relations.
ISSUES OF BUILDING CHINA’S FOREIGN POLICY THROUGH THE PRISM OF “SOFT POWER” AND PUBLIC DIPLOMACY
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation, QU CH.
Published: October 2023

The author notes that the trend of recent years has been to increase the importance of the cultural factor in modern international relations and changes in the system of intercultural interaction in modern conditions of global development. Culture, education, language, cultural and historical traditions - all this is becoming an effective tool for spreading the influence of the state, both at the regional and global levels. Cultural dialogue in a broad sense creates favorable prerequisites for the implementation of various integration projects, which requires new conceptual approaches and effective strategies, the development of which takes place in the context of the policy of “soft power”. Through understanding the theoretical basis of the concept of “soft power” and public diplomacy, the presented article focuses on China’s foreign policy, including the activities of Confucius Institutes, revealing their current development status, their own strengths and challenges in promoting “soft power”, as well as the opportunities and challenges it faces in implementing “One Belt, One Road” Initiative and the dissemination of the Chinese language abroad, in China’s partner countries on the Initiative.
CONCERNING THE ROLE OF THE NATIONAL IDEA IN THE HISTORY OF CIVILIZATIONS
Authors:   Odintsovo branch of the MGIMO University, Odintsovo, Moscow region, Russian Federation, BLINOVA M.A. , GUSEV V.E. ,   Odintsovo branch of the International Law Institute, Odintsovo, Moscow region, Russian Federation
Published: October 2023

Purpose. The paper examines the role of the national idea in the history of the development of civilizations on the example of Russia and foreign countries. Methodology. The authors relied on the following scientific principles: historicism, objectivity, complexity of studying the subject of research, also used scientific methods such as analysis, synthesis, induction, etc. and special methods of historical science, in particular, historical-genetic, historical-comparative methods, method of diachronic analysis during research. Conclusions. The author concludes that the national idea forms as a guideline for the development of civilization, determining the direction of its political, spiritual and socio-economic development. There is a lot of factors are influencing formation of a national idea: religious, spiritual, moral, and geopolitical. Its content is partly determined by the specifics of the country’s socio-economic development. The formulation of its main provisions is influenced by political and philosophical scientific concepts. National ideas are largely based on the historical experience of the development of the nation, its ideas about its origin, ethnic and cultural roots, experience of interaction with neighboring states and nations. The emergence of a national idea may be due to historical circumstances. For example, the formation of the concept of “Moscow - the Third Rome” was associated with the tasks of forming a single Russian state, and the formulation of the contemporary national idea of the People’s Republic of China was the need to develop a special Chinese way of developing socialism. The advancement of a national idea that corresponds to the true tasks of the country’s development can serve as a powerful stimulus for its further development, and, conversely, neglecting many factors in determining its content can have disastrous consequences. Therefore, the research of the historical experience of putting forward a national idea, of course, requires deep study. Practical significance. The conclusions have made in the article can be used in the development of the national idea of Russia, as well as in the teaching of history, political science and legal.
BETWEEN “STRATEGIC ALTRUISM” AND “SELECTIVE COOPERATION”: US POLICY DILEMMA TOWARD INDIA
Authors:   Shanghai Institute of Global Security Governance, Shanghai, China, WENJIA W. , WEIMIN W. ,   Shanghai University of Political Science and Law
Published: October 2023

This paper discusses the US dilemma of policy making on India. The paper begins with a retrospective look at the US-India relations since Modi came to power, and a predictive analysis of the policy on India under the Biden administration, in order to show how the US perspective on India’s role in US global and regional strategies has changed. The paper demonstrates that China is one of the pivotal external variables that promote US-India relations. The review of policy is followed by a discussion of strategic assessments of India policies by US analysts and experts on India. These can be classified into two policies: “strategic altruism” and “selective cooperation,” each of which represents a type of US-India relation. Through comparing these assessments, the paper concludes that the United States faces a dilemma in policy making on India, with US policy makers unable to reach an agreement on fundamental issues concerning US-India relations.
EVOLUTION OF THE INSTITUTE OF ELECTIONS IN THE STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONING OF THE MODERN RUSSIAN STATE
Authors:   Central Russian Institute of Management - branch of the RANEPA under the President of the Russian Federation, Orel, Russian Federation, TURKOVA E.V. , BOCHANOV M.A. ,   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation, POPOV S.I. ,   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumuba, Moscow, Russian Federation
Published: October 2023

The scientific article studies the evolution of the institution of elections in the structure of the organization and functioning of the modern Russian state. The authors analyze elections as an integral part of the political system of modern Russia. The issues of organizing and holding elections in Russia are considered, problems associated with a decrease in the interest and activity of citizens in the conduct of elections are fixed, which negatively affects the political agenda of the state. The article focuses on the latest changes in the legislation regarding elections in Russia, and also analyzes the consequences of the introduction of new rules for the organization and functioning of the modern Russian state. The authors conclude that the institution of elections in Russia continues to evolve, and this evolution is connected with the problems existing in society. Despite the problems that arise during the elections, this institution is a system-forming element of the modern Russian state. Elections play a key role in social processes due to the fact that they are the main political channel of communication between state power and society.
THE ROLE OF STATE SUPPORT FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED BUSINESSES IN ENSURING SUSTAINABLE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   Moscow State Linguistic University, Moscow, Russian Federation, SABLUKOV A.V. , YERANOSYAN V.M. , DANILOVA M.R. ,   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this scientific work is to determine the role of state support for small and medium-sized enterprises in ensuring sustainable regional development. In the course of the study, existing areas of state support for small and medium-sized businesses were considered, among which guarantees, microloans, loans, subsidies, grants, budget investments were particularly noted. Within the framework of the work, topical problems of the functioning of small and medium-sized businesses were studied, which reflect the need to improve the economic and legal aspects of state support for this sector of the economy. In addition, the study identified the main aspects of the impact of state support on the activities of small and medium-sized enterprises in the context of sustainable regional development, the relationship between the phenomena under consideration was established. The directions of improving state support for small and medium-sized businesses in the context of sustainable regional development were proposed. Conclusions. The existing state support for small and medium-sized enterprises does not have a sufficient level of efficiency, while its increase is necessary not only from the position of direct assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises, but also from the position of ensuring sustainable development of the regions, since small and medium-sized enterprises act as one of the key sources of this development.
THE ROLE OF IMPORT SUBSTITTION IN PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED BUSINESSES
Authors:   Financial university under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation, TRUNOVA E.A. , YERANOSYAN V.M. , BORMOTOVA T.M. ,   All-Russian Research Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation
Published: October 2023

This scientific article is devoted to the analysis of the role of import substitution in providing support for small and medium-sized businesses. The relevance of the chosen topic is indisputable, since under the influence of foreign economic sanctions pressure, the implementation of import substitution policy is a necessity, however, at the same time, one of the key tasks of the state is to provide support for small and medium-sized businesses. The identification of the impact of import substitution on the system of support for small and medium-sized businesses allowed us to formulate recommendations and further ways to develop internal economic cooperation between the state and the private sector. Against the background of long-term Western sanctions and structural problems inherent in the Russian economy, further deepening of the import substitution strategy has become an urgent, inevitable and realistic choice for Russia to protect its sovereignty, security and development interests. At the same time, small and medium-sized enterprises play a special role in the Russian economic system, which, at the same time, are one of the target groups targeted by measures to implement the import substitution policy. Due to Russia’s lag in the development of key technologies, the West views export control as one of the most important means of imposing sanctions, hoping to impose an international blockade and isolation against Russia, reduce the upper limit of national development and undermine Russia’s economic growth potential. Based on the analysis, it is concluded that the implementation of the import substitution policy in the Russian Federation is largely associated with the support of small and medium-sized businesses, while the recommendations and possible ways of development also indicate the relationship between the import substitution policy and the provision of support for small and medium-sized businesses.
EVOLUTION OF STATE SUPPORT MECHANISMS FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED BUSINESSES
Authors:   Institute of Market Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russian Federation, PANASYUK A.A. , YERANOSYAN V.M. ,   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation, KOSTINA E.V. ,   Russian Academy of National Economy and Public Administration under the President of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to study the evolution of mechanisms of state support for small and medium-sized enterprises (hereinafter referred to as SOE SMEs). Within the framework of the study, the existing bodies related to the implementation of the SOE of SMEs were considered. The authors considered the main functions performed by these bodies, and also identified the features of their functioning. In addition, a time frame was defined reflecting the transformation of the SOE of SMEs. In the course of the study, the key principles of the SOE of SMEs were considered, which are observed by all support bodies. Further, the activities of the key bodies of the SOE of SMEs were studied to determine the main changes related to the mechanisms of this support. Based on the analysis of the transformations carried out, the current features of the SOE of SMEs were considered. It should be noted that in the course of the development of SOE SMEs, the number of bodies has been constantly changing. This is due not only to the distribution of tasks described above, but also to the fact that some bodies had higher efficiency compared to others. Conclusions. Currently, there is a complex of GP SME bodies, within which each structural element has its own functions. The transformation of the SOE of SMEs consists in improving support mechanisms, increasing the level of coherence between support bodies, as well as clarifying the goals and objectives of supporting the sector in question.
DEVELOPMENT OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AS A DIRECTION FOR IMPROVING SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED BUSINESSES
Authors:   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation, SHIKHGAFIZOV P.SH. , NABERUSHKINA E.K. , CHERNOV V.V. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Moscow, Russian Federation
Published: October 2023

Background. The relevance of this work is due to the active development of domestic business in the context of the actualization of the sustainable development agenda, as well as the development of the concept of social responsibility in Russia. The purpose of the article is to identify the role of corporate social responsibility as a direction for improving small and medium-sized businesses. Materials and methods. Within the framework of the conducted research, approaches to the study of social responsibility of business were studied both by foreign - E. Sharm, M. Porter, A. Carroll, T. Lee, - and domestic scientists - M.V. Kivarin, E. Grigoryan, I. Yurasov, V. Gorfinkel, N. Rodionova, N. Filimonova, etc., as well as the results of a sociological study using the questionnaire survey method (n = 391), the distribution of respondents was carried out by federal districts in accordance with the proportion of the number of small and medium-sized enterprises of the district in the overall structure small and medium-sized businesses in Russia. Results. The key advantages and possible risks of integrating the principles of corporate social responsibility into the activities of small and medium-sized businesses are identified. The key trends and opportunities that can become a driver in the development of small and medium-sized enterprises operating in conditions of economic tension are analyzed. Conclusions. In the conditions of a narrow radius of trust characteristic of modern Russian society, the integration of corporate social responsibility is a driver of improvement of small and medium-sized businesses.
KEY PROBLEMS OF STATE SUPPORT FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED BUSINESSES AND WAYS TO SOLVE THEM
Authors:   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation, DENIKIN A.V. , DENIKINA Z.D. , YUDINA T.N. ,   Institute for Demographic Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russian Federation
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to identify the key problems of state support for small and medium-sized businesses and propose ways to solve them. The study identified the key prerequisites for the emergence of problems of state support for small and medium-sized businesses, which have different origins, but are closely related to each other. Further, the main manifestations of problematic aspects of state support for small and medium-sized businesses were considered. In the course of the study, the current directions of solving the problems of state support for small and medium-sized businesses were studied, as well as their assessment was carried out. Based on the analysis, promising ways to solve the problems of state support for small and medium-sized businesses were proposed and described. Conclusions. The key prerequisites for the emergence of problems of state support for small and medium-sized businesses can be identified at the stage of origin, as a result of which the possibility of minimizing their development is manifested. The existing areas of support are effective to a certain extent, but they require not only improvement, but also expansion. Promising areas for solving problematic aspects of state support for small and medium-sized businesses are associated with both general development vectors and the development of individual procedures and measures.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF GENDER EQUALITY POLICY ON THE LABOR MARKET IN CHINA AND RUSSIA
Authors:   Institute of Demographic Research of the Federal Research Sociological Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russian Federation, JIANGUANG W.
Published: October 2023

The theme of gender inequality of character for many countries of the world. Particularly acute is the issue of inequality in the labor market in countries with a problem of low levels of natural reproduction of the population. One of the countries with this demographic problem is Russia. The purpose of this work is to identify the most relevant measures to combat gender inequality in the labor market of the Russian Federation. The author analyzed the works on this topic by domestic authors, for example, N.V. Zubarevich, A.S. Budyakova. In addition, in retrospect, the measures taken by the PRC government to combat inequality in the labor market were considered. Learning from China’s experience in fighting inequality in the labor market can be useful for Russia and other countries, as China is one of the largest economies in the world and has already made significant progress in this area. The theoretical analysis carried out made it possible to identify a number of measures that can be adopted from the PRC, for example, the promotion of entrepreneurial activity among women. The author also proposed some measures derived from the work of domestic researchers.
STATE AND NON-PROFIT SECTOR RELATIONS: THE FORMATION OF UNIQUE RUSSIAN MODEL
Authors:   Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO University) under the umbrella of the Russian Federation Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Moscow, Russian Federation, SALAVATOV I.KH.
Published: October 2023

The research studies the relations between the state and non-profit sector. The article aims to analyze the prevalent models of interaction and to describe the emerging Russian model. Based on the system approach the existing models are classified according to the established practices into Western, Chinese and dependent models. The study reveals particular Russian experience and claims that it can be regarded as a new emerging model. The paper emphasized the need for coordinated effort from the Russian government and civil society in order to maintain efficient development of this model. Therefore it can be used for policymaking in relation to NGOs and may serve as a basis for further research to provide recommendations to boost the efficiency of interactions.
PARIS IN THE SCIENCE OF RELIGION (REVIEW OF THE ARTICLE BY S.S. GLAGOLEV “BRUSSELS AND PARIS IN THE SCIENCE OF RELIGION”)
Authors:   Vladimir State University named after Alexander and Nikolay Stoletovs (VLSU), Vladimir, Russian Federation, ARININ E.I. , KUZNECOVA L.Е.
Published: October 2023

The article provides an overview of the second part of the work of the Russian theologian S.S. lagolev “Paris and Brussels in the Science of Religion”, dedicated to the development of the science of religion in Paris at the turn of the XIX-XX centuries. Centers for the study of religions and the public presentation of scientific results are described: open public lectures, university courses and museum collections. The concept of the Parisian religious tradition is presented through the prism of the principles of protecting the positions of faith in the process of scientific understanding of the phenomena of religions.
Relationship between androgen receptor gene polymorphism and endothelial function in men with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: Estevez Maria , Acevedo Diego , Castillo Silvia , Arias Anderson , Dulcey Luis , Gomez Jaime , Hernandez Carlos , Theran Juan , Caltagirone Raimondo , Blanco Edgar , Ciliberti Maria , Calderon Silvia , Gutierrez Emily , Lizcano Angie , Amaya Maria , Lobo Diego , Bermudez Santiago
Published: October 2023

Objective. The objective of the study was to study the relationship between the AR gene polymorphism and parameters of carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, as well as endothelial function in men with type 2 diabetes mellitus in a South American cohort. Materials and methods. All patients underwent a study of carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, a study of the vasomotor function of the endothelium using ultrasound of the brachial artery and the biochemical markers of endothelial dysfunction ICAM-1, VCAM-1, p-selectin, e- selectin. Results. The number of CAG repeats had a significant positive regression with the level of total testosterone, a weak negative regression of the number of CAG repeats of the AR gene are indicators of lipid metabolism: triglycerides, low-density lipoproteins, atherogenic index. Conclusion. Therefore, the number of CAG repeats of the AR receptor gene can be considered as a predictor of the development and progression of cardiovascular lesions in DM2.
Toward a global harmonization of service infrastructure in academic clinical trial units: an international survey
Authors: Hoffmann Jean-Marc , Blümle Anette , Grossmann Regina , Yau Henry , Lang Britta , Bradbury Cedric
Published: October 2023

Background

Clinicians around the world perform clinical research in addition to their high workload. To meet the demands of high quality Investigator Initiated Trials (IITs), Clinical Trial Units (CTUs) (as part of Academic Research Institutions) are implemented worldwide. CTUs increasingly hold a key position in facilitating the international mutual acceptance of clinical research data by promoting clinical research practices and infrastructure according to international standards.

Aim

In this project, we aimed to identify services that established and internationally operating CTUs – members of the International Clinical Trial Center Network (ICN) – consider most important to ensure the smooth processing of a clinical trial while meeting international standards. We thereby aim to drive international harmonization by providing emerging and growing CTUs with a resource for informed service range set-up.

Methods

Following the AMEE Guide, we developed a questionnaire, addressing the perceived importance of different CTU services. Survey participants were senior representatives of CTUs and part of the ICN with long-term experience in their field and institution.

Results

Services concerning quality and coordination of a research project were considered to be most essential, i.e., Quality management, Monitoring and Project management, followed by Regulatory & Legal affairs, Education & Training, and Data management. Operative services for conducting a research project, i.e., Study Nurse with patient contact and Study Nurse without patient contact, were considered to be least important.

Conclusion

To balance the range of services offered while meeting high international standards of clinical research, emerging CTUs should focus on offering (quality) management services and expertise in regulatory and legal affairs. Additionally, education and training services are required to ensure clinicians are well trained on GCP and legislation. CTUs should evaluate whether the expertise and resources are available to offer operative services.