bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Therapeutic management of clinical caprine anaplasmosis in Thrissur district, Kerala
Authors: Biswas Himadri , Davis K. Justin , Vijayakumar K. , Vinodkumar K. , Lakshmanan Bindu
Published: July 2023

Anaplasmosis is a fatal infectious disease affecting small ruminants all over the world. Haematological analysis and therapeutic evaluation of anaplasmosis were done in clinically affected goats from Thrissur district, Kerala in this study. A total of 100 blood samples from clinically affected goats were collected and microscopically examined using Field’s staining technique for anaplasmosis which revealed 50 per cent positivity. Infected goats showed significant (p <0.05) decrease in their haematological variables like haemoglobin, MCH and platelets, compared to healthy animals. The effectiveness of long-acting oxytetracycline, long-acting enrofloxacin, and imidocarb dipropionate in treating anaplasmosis was 100%, 62.5%, and 50%, respectively. Long acting oxytetracycline was the most effective drug of choice for treating the disease.
Study on the antioxidant properties of Moringa oleifera leaf aqueous extract and its effect on the sensory attributes of raw and cooked Japanese quail meat
Authors: Jose K. Anjitha , Irshad A. , Sathu T. , Suja C.S. , Vasudevan V.N. , Vijay C. Hridhya , Akhila V.V. , Manasa M. , Sunil B.
Published: July 2023

The study was conducted to standardise the concentration of Moringa leaf aqueous extract (MLE) as a natural antioxidant for applying on Japanese quail carcasses and its effect on the sensory attribute using semi-trained panellists. The concentration of the extract was selected initially on the basis of phytochemical and antioxidant activities of MLE. The total phenolics and flavonoid content of MLE was 72.16 ± 1.80mg GAE/mL and 12.65 ± 0.83 mg QE/mL of MLE. Analysis of the antioxidant activity of MLE was expressed in terms of IC50 (half maximal inhibitory concentration) value and four best concentrations having antioxidant activity greater than that of the IC50 concentration were selected. IC50 concentration obtained for MLE was 4.60 ±0.20 per cent and 5, 10, 15 and 20 per cents of MLE were selected, having antioxidant activities of 52.22± 1.09, 71.50± 2.23, 82.53± 1.84 and 87.30±1.46 per cents, respectively. Freshly prepared cold MLE solutions were used for dipping of quail carcass for five minutes against cold distilled water as negative control and cold water with synthetic antioxidants (BHA and BHT) as positive control. Sensory evaluation of the raw and cooked quail meat was conducted. No significant difference (p>0.05) was observed. between treatments and controls in the sensory parameters of raw quail carcasses. But there was a significant (p<0.05) difference in sensory attributes of cooked quail carcasses. Carcasses treated with 20 per cent MLE had lower flavour values and overall acceptability scores compared to other treatments and controls. The results indicated that dipping of quail carcasses in MLE (upto 15 per cent) had higher sensory scores and it can be used as a natural antioxidant without affecting the sensory quality.
PREPARING PRESERVICE TEACHERS TO TEACH PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS TO EARLY LEARNERS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: DENTON DAVID
Published: July 2023

Various sources suggest preparing teachers of early- or primary-age students to teach probability and statistics involves various challenges. Some of the approaches researchers take for resolving these challenges include developing preservice teacher content knowledge, pedagogical knowledge, as well as providing other opportunities to learn. Various sources also suggest that research in this area is missing or underemphasizing some components. The systematic review undertaken here considers this question by comparing extant literature to teacher preparation standards. Results show that studies emphasize development of probability and statistics concepts and procedures, and an underrepresentation of development of pedagogical knowledge, learning from school experiences, such as student teaching, and reflection on practice.
READING AND WRITING THE WORLD WITH CHILDREN: STATISTICAL THINKING AND MULTIVARIATE DATA
Authors: SCHNORR BUEHRING ROBERTA , GRANDO REGINA CÉLIA
Published: July 2023

This article reports on research in which a teacher and researcher from a Brazilian public school conducts civic statistics teaching practices with multivariate data, based on Engel’s (2017) and on Freire’s (1989) reading of the world. The research with seven- and eight-year-old children illustrates the complexity of statistical thinking that starts from examining real data from the virtual comparison tool Dollar Street on how people live in the world. The aim is to understand how children invest in a multivariate dataset of images, texts, coded symbols, and locations to draw conclusions about reality. During the progression of the research, the broader issue of promoting the learning and use of statistical language was encountered. The outcomes highlight the potential for using multivariate data from meaningful contexts and personal experiences to expand children’s awareness of themselves and of the world through statistics.
STATISTICAL THINKING AT EARLY PRIMARY SCHOOL LEVELS: CURRICULUM PERSPECTIVES IN UAE TEXTBOOKS
Authors: HIJAZI RAFIQ , SHAQLAIH ALI
Published: July 2023

Developing statistical thinking is vital to fostering students’ critical thinking; however, it requires suitable curricula, appropriate textbooks, and well-prepared teachers. For many decades, statistics education was almost absent in the K–12 education in the Arab world. During the past few years, noticeable education reform efforts at all educational levels have  introduced advanced curricula that aim to equip students with the skills that would enable them to compete internationally. This study aims to analyze the new statistics curricula in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as a leading educational model, and assess their alignment with the best international practices in developing statistical thinking at the primary school levels. Content analysis of the statistics component in mathematics textbooks from Grades 1–4 in UAE is presented in this paper, benchmarking the statistics content with the best international practices. Finally, recommendations on efficient and practical approaches to ensure appropriate development of statistical thinking at early educational stages are showcased.
EDITORIAL: RESEARCH ON EARLY STATISTICAL AND PROBABILISTIC THINKING
Authors: LEAVY AISLING , MELETIOU-MAVROTHERIS MARIA , PAPARISTODEMOU EFI , FRISCHEMEIER DANIEL
Published: July 2023

Welcome to a special issue of SERJ.
Treatment of primary sclerosing cholangitis combined with inflammatory bowel disease
Authors: Kim You Sun , Hurley Edward H. , Park Yoojeong , Ko Sungjin
Published: July 2023

Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is a progressive cholestatic, inflammatory, and fibrotic disease that is strongly associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). PSC-IBD represents a unique disease entity and patients with this disease have an increased risk of malignancy development, such as colorectal cancer and cholangiocarcinoma. The pathogenesis of PSC-IBD involves genetic and environmental factors such as gut dysbiosis and bile acids alteration. However, despite the advancement of disease characteristics, no effective medical therapy has proven to have a significant impact on the prognosis of PSC. The treatment options for patients with PSC-IBD do not differ from those for patients with PSC alone. Potential candidate drugs have been developed based on the pathogenesis of PSC-IBD, such as those that target modulation of bile acids, inflammation, fibrosis, and gut dysbiosis. In this review, we summarize the current medical treatments for PSC-IBD and the status of new emerging therapeutic agents.
Institutional evolution of ethnographic research within the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (1946–1969)
Authors: Dolghi Adrian
Published: July 2023

Ethnographic research in the Moldovan SSR took place within the Institute of History, Language and Literature of the Moldovan Base of the Academy of Sciences of the USSR , in the History and Archeology sector. Following several reorganizations of the internal subdivisions but also of the research institutions, the Department of Archeology and Ethnography was established within the Institute of History. In 1969, the Department of Ethnography and the Study of Arts, with institute status, was created within the Academy of Sciences of the Moldovan SSR . The officially declared goal of ethnographic science in the post-war years in the Moldovan SSR was to investigate the “origin of the Moldovan people” and to assert the stabilization of socialist transformations in the Moldovan society. The research of the material and spiritual culture of the native population and of the cohabiting ethnic groups was considered only by researchers. Following the analysis of the archive documents and also of the published works regarding the institutional evolution of ethnographic research in the Moldovan SSR , we find that in parallel with the achievement of the objectives and tasks of an ideological nature drawn by the political and ideological leaders, the ethnographic researchers carried out, with some exceptions, genuine and valuable investigations. In the social and political realities of the post-war era, when the political and ideological dictates were particularly harsh, the ethnographic researchers could continue their work, resisting the pressures only by conforming to the drawn historiographical and ideological lines. In the series of published works, we will remark those that praised the socialist transformations, those that considered the loss of traditions obsolete, but also novel scientific works that are still valuable today. Thanks to the efforts undertaken by the researcher V. Zelenciuc, it was possible to expand ethnographic research, to conduct large-scale field research, and publish numerous scientific works.
Traditional and modern methods of research and digital archiving of cultural heritage in the international experience. Case study: Oxford, United Kingdom
Authors: Popescu Maria
Published: July 2023

The European Year of Cultural Heritage 2018 highlighted, through the events held throughout the year, the need for its digital or digitized form. Not only were various solutions promoted to facilitate access for all, but initiatives to promote, protect and innovate heritage were also supported, touching, of course, on the subject of its sustainability. According to the Horizon Europe Strategic Plan (2021 – 2024 ) regarding the Research and Innovation of the European Commission – Cluster 2 - ”The full potential of cultural heritage, arts and cultural and creative sectors as a driver of sustainable innovation and a European sense of belonging is realised through a continuous engagement with society, citizens and economic sectors as well as through better protection, restoration and promotion of cultural heritage.” One of the best and easiest ways to protect cultural heritage is through digitalisation. Not only the information will be preserved, but it will also be a useful starting point for research and innovation in this domain. The present study aims to continue these efforts and wishes to disseminate the information to anyone who might be curious and perhaps interested in continuing this research as little it is known about the Headington chapel in Oxford, United Kingdom. The following topics will be mentioned here: history, values, methods of recording, digitalisation.
Folklore archives – space for preserving cultural memory
Authors: Ghilas Victor
Published: July 2023

The article presents the role of folklore archives in society. It proposes to begin by specifying the premises that preceded the appearance and institutionalization of these settlements in European and national culture. The interest in the knowledge and valorization, first editorially, of the oral tradition manifests itself late, precisely in the XVI century. The first, who turn their attention to the recording and conscious collection of folklore, are the philosophers and literati from the West and Northern European countries. The openings offered by the discovery of the value of popular creation (historical, scientific, artistic) amplifies the interest of researchers on the European continent, and not only, for the collection, research and promotion of folklore, strengthening the conviction that it can serve as a source of knowledge of the past, but also as inspiration that can find its valorization in cult creation. Being aware of the importance of the historical and identity dimension of culture based on oral tradition and of its fragility in the perspective of time, the folklore heritage collection becomes a practical necessity of the XX century, which determined the creation of folklore archives.
Alternative models in the phonetics of Romanian lexical borrowings in the Bulaestian dialect: a general analysis
Authors: Romanchuk Aleksey
Published: July 2023

The adequate reconstruction of inter-ethnic relations requires the reconstruction of relative and absolute chronology of the process. Linguistic data presents a good opportunity for such reconstruction for the ethnographic group of Bulaestian Ukrainians. At the moment the following complexes of phonetic models in the Romanian borrowings of Bulaestian dialects were detected (for each complex the alternative phonetic models are given in the chronological order I have assumed): t’, d’ > т, д/т’, д’ (/ал|тeца/, /|дежма/, /|подeна/ : /ба|д'ей/, /ко|т'iga/, /|т'aск/; câ, gâ (cî, gî) > к’е, g’е (к’i, g’i)/кы, гы (/к’ерд/, /|к’ержа/, /к’iр|лeg/ : / gыл|к’е/, /|кырцате/, /сал|кын/); â(î) > е/ы (/б|лeнда/, /|серма/, /френ|g’iйа/ : /|быжбатe/, /|бызатe/, /быр/); i > е/i (/бар|деца/, /лен|дeк/, /ф|рeка/ : /к’iт|р’iвeй/, /л’iл’i|йaк/); vâ(vî) > вi/вы (/|В’iшкаўцi/ : /выр|т'еж/); ţi > цэ/цы/цi (/бо|цeтeи/, /куркуба|цeл’i/ : /горбо|цыка/, /цы|gайа/, /|цыркатe/) : /горбо|ц’iка/; z(dz) > ж/дз/з (Мер|жеште/ : /|дзардзар’i/, /дзeр/, /|дзeстра/ : /Бар›i|з›евe/, /за|wор/, /збур|датe/); c’ > ш’:/ч (/б’еш’:/, /|g’eрл'iш’:/, /|Ш':уда/ ‘Michael's Miracle, September 19’, /К’iп’iр|ш':ане/ : /гарпа|ч’iка/, /прe|ч’eна/, /|ч›:удо/ ‘annoyance’); ş > ш/ш’: (/борш/, /мала|еш/, /мо|шыйа/ : /|ботуш':/, /кодe|рeш’:/, /курку|душ':i/); o > wо/о (/wог|рада/, /wо|g’aл/, /wо|л’iй/, /wоце|к’iло/ : /оф|т’igа/); r > р’/р (/ва|кар'/, /|гач’iр’/, /ма|гар'/ : /бу|жор/, /ка|тыр/, /транда|ш’:iр/).
The Bear’s Academy in the Care of the Romani Kings
Authors: Kalinin Validemar
Published: July 2023

On the basis of archives, fieldwork and manuscripts, the author tries to show the history of the Bear Academy in Smorgon (Belarus) in its development of events and culture. The chronology of the publications dates back to the 15th century when Smorgon belonged to the Zenovichs clan, who might have acquired the Bear school from the Jewish community. As a marriage dowry, the Zenovichs gave an ordinary Bear school to the well-known landowners and politicians Radziwills, whose initiative turned the LITTLE KNOWN ELSEWHERE activity of catching bears and further trade with them into the famous Bear Academy. This happened before the fall and partition of the Polish-Lithuania Commonwealth in 1795. Three sources, namely, publications, archives and travellers’ notes, Jewish manuscripts and the Romani verbal folklore give us ground and reason to state, that regardless of the lack of the municipal and state archives the Academy functioned in reality for more than 170 years. It became a symbol of the joint Belarusian/Polish/ Lithuanian collaboration with the Jewish society and the Gypsy (Romani) community
Analysis of Meta-Heuristic Feature Selection Techniques on classifier performance with specific reference to psychiatric disorder
Authors: Singh Chandrabhan , Gangwar Mohit , Kumar Upendra
Published: July 2023

Optimization plays an important role in solving complex computational problems. Meta-Heuristic  approaches work as an optimization technique. In any search space, these approaches play an excellent role in local as well as global search. Nature-inspired approaches, especially population-based ones, play a role in solving the problem. In the past decade, many nature-inspired population-based methods have been explored by researchers to facilitate computational intelligence. These methods are based on insects, birds, animals, sea creatures, etc. This research focuses on the use of Meta-Heuristic methods for the feature selection. A better optimization approach must be introduced to reduce the computational load, depending on the problem size and complexity. The correct feature set must be chosen for the diagnostic system to operate effectively. Here, population-based Meta-Heuristic optimization strategies have been used to pick the features. By choosing the best feature set, the Butterfly Optimization Algorithm (BOA) with the Enhanced Lion Optimization Algorithm (ELOA) approach would reduce classifier overhead. The results clearly demonstrate that the combined strategy has higher performance outcomes when compared to other optimization strategies.
Fasting: a process of self-purification (उपवासः आत्मशोधन की प्रक्रिया)
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Yoga Education,  Dr. Harisingh Gour V.V. Sagar MP, Sao Dr. Arun Kumar
Published: July 2023

In this era of modernity, where man is moving towards disease due to a busy lifestyle and responsibilities because his whole lifestyle has become disordered, the diet which gives new energy to life has become distorted. Due to this, he has to take medicines, if he arranges his lifestyle a little, then very easily he can get rid of this disease condition, for which he will have to pay attention to the natural lifestyle with a little effort. There is an easy way to get rid of diseases, we will try to explain how we can achieve a natural lifestyle in our research, we will try to present the simplest form of natural medicine if human beings follow these principles in their life. surely he can lead a disease-free life
Explanation of some special pictures of manuscripts stored in Rampur Raza Library (रामपुर रज़ा लाइब्रेरी में संग्रहित पाण्डुलिपियों के कुछ विशिष्ट चित्रों की व्याख्या)
Authors:   Pritee College, Bisalpur Road, Bareilly. U.P., India, Gupta Dr. Anseeta
Published: July 2023

An attempt has been made to present some special pictures of manuscripts stored in Rampur Raza Library by observing them. Manuscripts collected in major quantities and abroad show pride in Rampur Raza Library, miniature portraits of Mongol Taimuri and Mughal rulers, princes and high-level people are present in the album stored in the library. Which beautiful pictures and natural scenes, gods and goddesses, musicians, men and women, and various objects have been shown through time and circumstances.
Association of dental caries in the era of COVID-19 with the number of occluded coronary vessels: A non-traditional risk factor in patients with acute coronary syndrome
Authors: Al-Hindy Hayder Abdul-Amir Makki , Al-Mumin Amir S. , Mousa Mazin Jaafar
Published: July 2023

Background: Dental caries and acute coronary syndrome (ACS) are prevalent chronic multifactorial disorders with several etiopathological risk factors. This study aims to assess the association between carious teeth and the number of coronary arteries identified by angiography among ACS patients.

Material and Methods: 118 patients with ACS were evaluated clinically by cardiologists. Participants’ dental hygiene was assessed using the DMFT index. Before having their coronary angiography evaluated, all individuals had their urea, creatinine, and troponin serum levels checked. Echocardiography was also done. The relationship between the DMFT scoring index and echocardiographic and angiographic data was examined.

Results: All subjects studied had poor dental health overall (13.7±9.8), and their mean ages were 57.2±10.2 years. There were 118 participants in this study, and males made up 77.1% of the group. The majority of ACS (60.7%) had a high DMFT score (DMFT > 9), which in most cases indicated a significant number of missing teeth (10.9±8.9). Around half of the patients had poor carious status (DMFT > 10). The DMFT index and LVEF% measurements had non-significant positive relationships. According to the ROC curve, DMFT and its components lacked the diagnostic capacity to distinguish participants with one occluded coronary artery from ACS patients affected by multiple coronary arteries.

Conclusion: Although it cannot be used to predict the severity of the ACS, oral hygiene regarding dental status is related to the number of stenosed coronary arteries (but not LVEF%).
Money market funds - european experience and perspectives for the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Vostricov Denis
Published: July 2023

Money market funds (MMFs) are successful due to the high level of liquidity, security and return characteristic to money market instruments, being an effective tool for short-term treasury management. The article aims to summarize the European experience in structuring MMFs and funding prospects in Moldova.
The actuality and retrospective of the system of local taxes in the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Berghe Nadejda
Published: July 2023

Many of the state reforms lately are aimed at reforming local public finances, especially in terms of own revenues of the budgets of administrative-territorial units consisting of local taxes and fees, provided in each territory, in accordance with the Fiscal Code and transfers directly and in full to the respective budgets. Key words: local taxes, tax base, own revenues, local public authorities, administrative-territorial units, local budgets, source of revenue for LPAs, real estate tax, land tax.
Development of the non-banking market in the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Cebotari Tatiana
Published: July 2023

The qualitative and continuous consolidation of the non-bank lending sector indicates a trend of transforming microfinance intermediaries into institutions that provide financial services professionally, these entities being an affordable alternative for lending to the population as well as small and medium enterprises. The significant dependence of the enterprises on the bank financing and the limited access to alternative financing sources determine that these enterprises are extremely vulnerable in the conditions of restricting the bank credit. The purpose of the research is to describe the situation in the field of research by elucidating the existing problems at the current stage of financing on the non-banking market in the Republic of Moldova.
Implementing corporate governance good practices in the banking system of the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Ciobu Stela , Iordachi Victoria
Published: July 2023

Corruption in the lending activity, financial fraud or reduced banking efficiency may be the result of a weak and deficient corporate governance mechanism. An eloquent example is given by the frauds uncovered in 2014 in the domestic banking system, namely the governance gaps that allowed the robbery of three banks and the misappropriation of funds of billions of lei by malicious factors. Subsequent investigations revealed a number of serious shortcomings in the management process at several banks, including decision-making in the board of directors, the work of the executive body or reduced transparency of shareholders. The important role of financial intermediation of banking institutions in the economy, their high sensitivity to the potential difficulties arising from inefficient corporate governance and the need to protect the interests of depositors and investors, require that corporate governance for these institutions be of particular interest to maintain the stability of the financial sector. Despite progress in addressing IMF recommendations and the satisfactory performance of banks, there are several governance issues at several banks, including the largest ones. Deficiencies in corporate governance at banks still pose a major risk to systemic financial stability in the Republic of Moldova, and the ability of regulators to act remains restricted. The purpose of this research is to analyse the constraints that caused the banking crisis in the Republic of Moldova and develop recommendations to eliminate the major systemic deficiencies of the Moldovan banking system based on corporate governance good practices.
Analysis of state securities as an instrument for financing the budget deficit of the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Hîncu Rodica , Litocenco Ana
Published: July 2023

Finanțarea necesităților bugetare și acoperirea deficitului bugetar a constituit dintotdeauna o preocupare pentru toate statele lumii, întrucât sursele de finanțare suficiente reprezintă o garanție în exercitarea tuturor angajamentelor statului: menținerea și dezvoltarea infrastructurii, finanțarea locurilor de muncă, efectuarea investițiilor etc. Astfel, scopul prezentului articol este de a analiza valorile mobiliare de stat în calitate de instrument de finanțare a necesităților bugetare sau a deficitului bugetar al Republicii Moldova. Printre metodele de cercetare utilizate se evidențiază: metoda analizei, metoda sintezei, metoda comparației, metoda grafică etc. Rezultatele cercetării în cauză urmează să reflecte rolul și importanța valorilor mobiliare de stat în procesul de finanțare a deficitului bugetar al Republicii Moldova.
The impact of international financial institutions on the development and sustainability of the economic sustem of the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Ступачев Сергей
Published: July 2023

Рассматривается финансовая поддержка ведущими Международными Финансовыми Институтами (МФИ) — Международным Валютным Фондом и Группой Всемирного Банка Республики Молдова. Исследование фактологического материала финансовых отношений Молдовы с этими организациями показало, что сотрудничество с ними происходит по всем финансово-экономическим аспектам, которые имеются в их активе. Проведенный регрессионный анализ оценки значимости корреляционной связи между объемами финансовой помощи МФИ Республике Молдова и ее ВВП (ППС) выявил довольно значительное влияние этой финансовой помощи на экономическую систему страны. Сформулированы рекомендации по повышении роли и влияния Международных Финансовых Институтов, как основного доступного источника финансовых средств для Республики Молдова в процессе реформирования ее экономики и во время кризисных явлений.
Contribution of local public administration management to rural space development
Authors: Litvin Aurelia , Fetescu Cezara
Published: July 2023

nternationally, the performance of a country's public services correlates with the level of public confidence in public administration, the dexterity of economic activities and, obviously, the standard of living of the population. Linking this to the barriers to LPAs discussed in Chapter II of this paper, the author is compelled to note that the Republic of Moldova needs to act urgently to increase and multiply the competences of LPA management in order to ensure economic prosperity, social cohesion and well-being. The concept of "performance" is identified with outstanding results, clearly superior to the results of similar action. Performance is an attribute that can be treated subjectively, as it is perceived differently by different people; for these reasons, certain minimum criteria for assessing performance should be drawn up and approved at national level, which would ensure the comparability of the results achieved by local public authorities, particularly in the development of rural areas.
Resilient organizations in modern economy
Authors: Timbaliuc Natalia
Published: July 2023

Managers, leaders, business people and researchers show a growing interest in the field of organizational resilience. Taking into account the unforeseen events of recent years and their consequences that still influence the modern economy, the analysis of the turbulent environment and the influencing factors on organizations becomes imperative. The ability to anticipate, respond and recover from crises is crucial for organizations that aim to survive and thrive in today's economy. The ability to learn from mistakes, use the experience gained to the advantage of the organization and embed the knowledge gained in the organizational culture is what differentiates an ordinary organization from one based on knowledge and resilience.
Local budgets management in conditions of uncertainty
Authors: Oprea Florin , Onofrei Mihaela , Cojocariu Lenuta
Published: July 2023

Managing efficiently the public affairs within local communities and strengthening their fiscal resilience while supporting a sustainable growth represents by its nature a continuous challenge for the representatives of local public administration. In addition, it seems that we are living nowadays in an era of uncertainty that leads to a kind of “persistent fiscal insecurity” effect, which is fueling more the intensity of the mentioned challenge, and thus asking for new, adapted and focused strategies of local financial management, able to counteract the negative effects of various turbulences encountered. During recent years, the sustainability of local budgets couldn’t remain unaffected by the new and more than significant challenges, realities and meanings of all areas of social life, which has occurred after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, and have placed local communities under unyielding fiscal pressures. Starting form this premise, our study is intended to analyze the strategic approach and actual capacity of local financial management across the European Union Member States to boost the principles of good governance (e. g. sound financial management, sustainability and long-term orientation, regulatory quality, responsibility, political stability, competence and capacity etc.) in conditions of uncertainty, in order to consolidate the local expenditures and revenues, and to maintain local deficit and debt within sustainable limits. The reference period is of five years, between 2017 and 2021, aiming to compare the local financial management indicators from the period before the pandemic with the ones after it has occurred and lasted, using data from Eurostat and other databases. The results of our study are of interest and useful for public decision-makers and other specialists, emphasizing some solutions of good practice, by implementing governance principles at the level of local financial management, in order to minimize the negative effects of unforeseen social and economic large-scale turbulences.
Some peculiarities of comparative analysis in agricultural enterprises
Authors: Parmacli Dmitrii , Dudoglo Tatiana
Published: July 2023

It is emphasized that in agriculture, enterprises carry out production in approximately similar natural and climatic conditions. Therefore, inter-farm comparative analysis can be more widely used here. Along with the traditional method of comparative analysis of the efficiency of agricultural enterprises, it is advisable to additionally identify the level of use of the potential of the indicator under study and set the percentile value that reflects the place of this business entity in the ranked range of the sample. Some features of the comparative analysis are shown on the example of 50 agricultural enterprises of the ATU Gagauzia, cultivating sunflower in 2021 on areas of 50 hectares and more. The methodology for carrying out additional calculations is easy to use and is quite affordable for its use, both for educational purposes and in production conditions.
Facilities management and its areas of application
Authors: Litvin Eugeniu
Published: July 2023

Facility management (FM) ca o industrie a apărut ca unul dintre sectorul cu cea mai rapidă creștere de-a lungul deceniului. Cu toate acestea, domeniul de aplicare și identitatea FM este încă neclară, după cum reiese din definițiile și problemele care încearcă să descrie domeniul său de aplicare. De fapt, FM este tipul multidisciplinar de muncă care acoperă o gamă largă de activități, responsabilități și cunoștințe diferite. Mai mult decât atât, fiecare aspect al unei organizații pare să fie atras în FM. FM oferă și gestionează o varietate de servicii de asistență pentru a orchestra toate funcțiile organizației, punând accentul pe o integrare a activităților primare atât la nivel strategic, cât și operațional. Se așteaptă ca managerii de facilități să fie informați și să posede o gamă largă de abilități administrative și de conducere. În plus, FM ar trebui să integreze cunoștințe atât despre facilități, cât și despre management, pentru a funcționa eficient.
Trifold approach to circular economy: from the project to the curricula
Authors: Angelov Petko
Published: July 2023

his study aims to present the framework for the implementation of an Erasmus+ project in which higher education institutions from Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Serbia are partnering. The project focuses on the circular economy from Ch. point of three important subjects: academia, business and society. Through a deductive method of research, the main stages of development of the project in its first year are presented. The main result is reaching a curriculum of an academic course for teaching the issues of circular economy to students with a profile in administration, management and economic sciences. In the search for sigergy between academic centers on the Balkan Peninsula, three levels of project results are reached: Reference book on Circular Economy for teachers, Repertory on Circular Economy for students, Handbook on Circular Economy Challenges to business and society.
Strengthening organizational behavior under the conditions of a turbulent environment
Authors: Buga Lorina
Published: July 2023

This paper examines how to strengthen organizational behavior in turbulent environments. A conceptual framework includes significant theories and models of organizational behavior, essential elements and dimensions of organizational behavior, and the importance of non-verbal communication and psychosomatic techniques. Techniques for strengthening organizational behavior are discussed, including building resilience and adaptability, enhancing communication and collaboration, fostering a positive organizational culture, and leveraging psychosomatic techniques. Case studies of successful strategies and techniques implemented by organizations operating in turbulent environments are also provided. The findings have implications for organizational behavior research and practice, as organizations can benefit from a holistic approach to strengthening organizational behavior. Future studies could investigate the effectiveness of different strategies and techniques for strengthening organizational behavior in different contexts and industries, with potential applications including the development of tailored training and development programs and employee wellness programs.
Management of the tourist destination through the lens of green tourism development
Authors: Platon Nicolae , Zaporojan Felicia , Cabac Elena
Published: July 2023

Tourism is changing rapidly as a result of the fact that nature, cultural and historical heritage, as well as ecologically clean touristic destinations, are becoming more and more important for the development of mass tourism, and also the requirements for protecting the environment tend to become stricter. This represents a challenge for both governments and tourism market agents, who must make a common front in protecting nature. Therefore, the development of ecological touristic products should be the basis of the national supply, which can ensure the sustainability of a touristic destination, by increasing the demand from the consumer-tourists. Through this article, the authors of the study draw the attention of the authorities, as well as of the tourism business environment, about the need to develop green tourism as a motivational form of non-invasive tourism, also urging the decision-makers to take into account the international experience in protecting the environment, ensuring- through this a sustainable development.
The study on gluten-free pasta made from amaranth, buckwheat and sorghum flour
Authors: Calmas Valentina , Tabunscic Olga , Fedorciucova Svetlana
Published: July 2023

There is a huge number of people in our country who suffer from celiac disease. Nowadays this problem is a very serious one not just for Republic of Moldova and also for all continents and countries. This disease is one of the most common chronic digestive ailments. The existence of people affected by this disease implies the presence of gluten-free products on the consumer market. Wheat flour products are prohibited in this diet. They have to be replaced with products made from non bread flours, obtained from cereals whose proteins do not contain gluten. The purpose of the study: the development of recipes for noodles from non bread flour. The research object - the technology of obtaining noodles from non bread flour and with various supplements. The research methods are: sensory, laboratory, technological and counting. As a result of the scientific research carried out, it was proven that the following sorts of buckwheat flour can be used in the technology of manufacturing gluten-free noodles (buckwheat flour without addition and with addition of flaxseed flour, tomato paste and chopped spinach). To make noodles from sorghum flour, a thickener, starch or other flour addition is required. The other sort of flour we used to make pasta was amaranth flour. As a result this flour without addition and with addition of flax seed flour or tomato paste was accepted for consumption. The samples with the addition of spinach and beetroot turned out to be sticky and had a poor appearance. The noodles resulting from the research do not contain gluten and can be intended for people with gluten intolerance.
The competencies of youth entrepreneurs
Authors: Deliu Natalia
Published: July 2023

In a fast-changing external environment the necessity of the development of entrepreneurial mindset among the young population is becoming increasingly relevant. Modern young Entrepreneur because of their years have creative thinking; tend to the business, innovation and risk. But this is not enough. For successful business young entrepreneur needs to develop their skills, thereby increasing their competence. Applying the competence-based approach in assessing a young entrepreneur is an effective tool to improve the quality of business activities. The survey of young potential entrepreneurs from the Republic of Moldova served as the basis for the results and conclusions.
A stoic approach to business antifragility
Authors: Ivascenco Iulia
Published: July 2023

Alongside many studies on adoption efforts for antifragility practices in business, there is a research gap related to using Stoic principles. This study identifies five approaches derived from Stoic philosophy and examines them in the context of business antifragility. The dichotomy of control, the discipline of thought, responsibility for the future, calm in the face of chaos, and fear as a tool for growth are analyzed based on previous research and examples of entrepreneurial practice. The antifragility concept gained growing attention in research and practice with the pandemic, the economic situation related to the Ukrainian conflict, and the growing influence of digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and big data analytics. However, the literature lacks studies on Stoic approaches to antifragility. We extend knowledge of the emerging antifragility field by mixing it with the ideas of the Stoic philosophy.
Development of entrepreneurial education in Ukrainian universities
Authors: Kovalyov Anatoliy , Litvinov Oleksandr , Hrebennyk Natalia , Didur Yuliia
Published: July 2023

The purpose of the paper is to investigate accelerators as a new element of interaction between universities, business and state. This process can be used for improving entrepreneurial education, which increases the innovation potential of universities. The study uses methods of analysis and synthesis, systematic approach, method of classification, method of comparison and method of measurement. The need for massive changes in higher education is proved. Also, increased attention to entrepreneurial education and involvement of business representatives community in educational process is needed. This proposed accelerator is the most perspective cooperation instrument between business, universities and state itself. Mainly it can be used in the process of entrepreneurial education improvement and innovative potential development. Different types of accelerators under the concept of "creation initiator" are considered. The examples of such accelerators worldwide and in Ukraine are investigated. It is proved that the most attractive option would be to create an accelerator on the basis of a university. That would combine financial, production, intellectual and other capabilities of several large companies with the innovative potential of the university. All participants will receive positive results. It was found that the distinctive feature of a university accelerator lies not only in its business orientation, but also focuses on the development of teaching and training materials, which can be scaled to accelerators in other universities.
Actions regarding fighting fraud and tax evasion at the level European Union
Authors: Popa Daniela
Published: July 2023

Tax fraud and tax evasion limit the ability of countries to generate income and to carry out their economic policies. In a period of significant budgetary constraints, combating tax fraud and tax evasion is more than a matter of tax equity - it becomes an essential element for the social and political acceptability of fiscal consolidation. The European Council agreed to accelerate the work in terms of combating tax fraud, tax evasion and aggressive tax planning. In particular, progress will be made with priority in the promotion and widening of the scope of the automatic exchange of information at all levels.
Transformation of the Business Model as a response of the organizations of the Republic of Moldova to the conditions of industrialization 4.0
Authors: Dorogaia Irina
Published: July 2023

The relevance of the research topic is of heightened interest due to the accelerating changes taking place in the world. Changes in the external environment have a significant impact on the transformations taking place in the business models of organizations. Moldovan SMEs face a significant choice: to transform their activities, or not. Refusing to change could mean a loss of competitiveness and financial sustainability for these enterprises. The purpose of the study is to justify the need for transformational changes in business models under the influence of changes caused by the processes of Industrialization 4.0. The methods of this study include: the method of analysis of the conceptual framework, synthesis of the resulting evidence base and justification of the relevant conclusions. The paper also describes the results of empirical research conducted in the period January-April 2023, which was carried out using questionnaires, observation and interviewing. The main results of the study are: the justification of theoretical conclusions, the formation of elements of the business model undergoing transformation, conclusions about the specifics of change in the enterprises of the Republic of Moldova
Trends in the development of Ukraine's it industry: experience and challenges
Authors: Prihunov Oleksii
Published: July 2023

The article considers the role of information technology in Ukraine in the period from 2014 to 202 2. It describes the experience of using IT in the university and solving the problems associated with relocation. It is shown that the IT - industry can become a key driver of economic recovery in Ukraine, and the state is actively investing in this area. The ultimate goal is to transform the economy of Ukraine and form a qualified specialist capable of competing in the international market.
The impact of digital transformations on consumer behavior
Authors: Cristafovici Profira
Published: July 2023

Cercetarea comportamentului consumatorului implică studierea multitudinii factorilor de natură endogenă și exogenă individului, care determină mentalități ale consumatorilor și comportamente de cumpărare. Un factor important cu impact asupra comportamentului de cumpărare și consum îl constituie transformările digitale, care au determinat noi caracteristici comportamentale și cerere pentru noi produse și servicii, canale de distribuție digitale, canale de comunicare virtuale, noi soluții și experiențe de cumpărare personalizate. În prezentul articol se abordează comportamentul consumatorului în totalitatea interferențelor endogene și exogene individului și se analizează noile tendințe și comportamente de consum sub impactul transformărilor digitale. În procesul de cercetare s-au folosit așa metode ca documentarea, analiza și sinteza, inducția și deducția.
Developing skills for adaptation to the digital era
Authors: Abramihin Cezara
Published: July 2023

The modern concept of continuing education supports the idea of the need to update knowledge, skills and abilities throughout life. This concept contributes to the permanent development of human resources, which must meet certain requirements, arising primarily in the economic environment. Therefore, it is important to pay special attention to the formation of the quality of human resources arising from the specifics of the economic conditions. From the perspective of the individual, this would mean understanding his life prospects and his own professional and educational trajectories through the lens of the development of the economic context. At the organizational level, the qualitative training of human resources is related to the ability of various structures to adapt to the new economic conditions. The digitization of the economy, which is becoming an objective reality for many countries, proposes special requirements for the qualitative characteristics of human resources. Currently, one of the main problems and a barrier in the transition to the digital economy is the lack of human resources prepared for work in the new conditions. In the context of Industry 4.0, a significant increase in the number of qualified specialists with a high level of IT potential is required, which can only be achieved by adjusting the education system to the realities of the functioning of the digital economy. This article discusses the state and prospects of the development of the digital economy and the digitization processes of education in the context of the qualitative training of future human resources.
An examination of financing strategies for the digital transformation of universities in developed countries
Authors: Andronic Adrian
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this paper is to examine the efficient financing strategies for digital transformation in universities in developed countries based on existing research. In recent years, digital transformation has been a significant trend in universities worldwide with the adoption of digital tools and resources to improve teaching, learning, research, and administrative processes. There are several strategies for financing digital transformation, including government funding, public-private partnerships (PPPs), philanthropic donations, user fees, crowdfunding, bond financing, and leveraging existing assets. Government funding is a common strategy in developed countries, providing direct funding for digital infrastructure and university resources. PPPs can effectively finance digital transformation by leveraging the resources and expertise of both the public and private sectors. Philanthropic donations play an important role, with individuals, foundations, and corporations interested in supporting education and the development of digital infrastructure and resources. The author explores these strategies, analyzing the advantages and limitations of each approach, and offers recommendations for universities to effectively finance their digital transformation efforts.