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Rethinking Sustainable Procurement: Investigating the Impact of System Boundary on Building Proposal Selection
Authors: Patel Kartik , Feng Haibo , Ruparathna Rajeev
Published: February 2025

The development of sustainable, healthy, and resilient buildings can position Canada as a global leader in the future of construction. Reforming the building procurement process will help achieve this goal, driving innovation in construction practices. Sustainable procurement has been gaining traction in the construction sector for the past two decades. Incorporating human health impact, durability, and resiliency into the framework ensures a more holistic approach to sustainability, addressing long-term well-being, structural longevity, and adaptability to changing environmental conditions. Yet there is a need to redefine sustainable procurement guidelines for buildings by incorporating human health impact and resiliency with the triple bottom line of sustainability. The objective of this research is to develop updated framework for the sustainable procurement of institutional buildings to enhance the construction procurement process by incorporating sustainability considerations and integrating resilience, durability and long-term human health. First, a comparative evaluation of system boundaries will be performed by comparing traditional procurement (cradle-to-gate) vs. the sustainable procurement framework (cradle-to-grave) for a selected institutional building. The outcomes of the case studies highlight that the cradle-to-grave system boundary offers a clear basis for decision-making in building construction. Second, a framework will be proposed for the sustainable procurement of institutional buildings based on the published literature and ISO 20400 standard, which will support the green procurement guidelines. The outcomes of this research will help assist Canada in achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
A Method for Estimating Tree Growth Potential with Back Propagation Neural Network
Authors: Yao Jianfeng , Zhao Cancong , Hu Xuefan , Jin Yingshan , Li Yanling , Cai Liming , Li Zhuofan , Li Fang , Liang Fang
Published: February 2025

Tree growth potential is crucial for maintaining forest health and sustainable development. Traditional expert-based assessments of growth potential are inherently subjective. To address this subjectivity and improve accuracy, this study proposed a method of using Backpropagation Neural network (BPNN) to classify tree growth potential. 60 Pinus tabulaeformis (Carr.) and 60 Platycladus orientalis (Linn.) were selected as experimental trees in the Miyun Reservoir Water Conservation Forest Demonstration Zone in Beijing, and 95 Pinus massoniana (Lamb.) and 60 Cunninghamia lanceolate (Linn.) were selected as experimental trees in the Jigongshan Nature Reserve. The average annual ring width of the outermost 2 cm xylem of the experimental trees were measured by discs or increment cores, and the wood volume increment of each experimental trees in recent years were calculated. According to wood volume increment, the growth potential of experimental trees was divided into three levels: strong, medium, and weak. Using tree height, breast height diameter, average crown width as input variables, using growth potential level as output variables, four sub models for each tree species were established; Using tree species, tree height, breast height diameter, average crown width as input variables, using growth potential level as output variables, a generalized model was established for these four tree species. The test results showed that the accuracy of the sub models for Pinus tabulaeformis, Platycladus orientalis, Pinus massoniana, and Cunninghamia lanceolate were 68.42%, 77.78%, 86.21%, and 78.95%, respectively, and the accuracy of the generalized model was 71.19%. These findings suggested that employing BPNN is a viable approach for accurately estimating tree growth potential.
Spatial and Temporal Variation Characteristics of Vegetation Cover in the Tarim River Basin, China, and Analysis of the Driving Factors
Authors: Tang Haisheng , Wang Lan , Wang Yang
Published: February 2025

The Tarim River Basin (TRB) in Northwest China has an extremely fragile ecological environment that is highly sensitive to climate change. Understanding the long-term change dynamics of vegetation coverage in this arid zone is critically important for predicting future trends as well as for improving regional ecological protection and soil and water conservation measures. Based on NDVI data from 2000 to 2022, a temporal and spatial analysis of vegetation coverage in the TRB is carried out using the pixel dichotomy model, Sen trend analysis, the MK test, the Hurst index, and correlation analysis. The results reveal the following: (1) from 2000 to 2022, the vegetation coverage shows a fluctuating increasing trend, with decreases in extremely low and low coverage areas and increases in high and medium coverage areas. Extremely low vegetation coverage accounts for 46.89% of the study area. (2) Throughout the 23-year period, the change trend of vegetation cover essentially remains stable. The proportion of the improved area is greater than that of the degraded area, accounting for 66.49% and 27.93%, respectively, and there is significant fluctuation variation, accounting for 29.99%. Further, there is high variation in vegetation cover as well as high ecological environment vulnerability. The future area of continuous improvement accounts for 31.64%, which is larger than that of continuous degradation (27.17%), and the area of uncertainty accounts for 41.18%, which is strongly random. (3) The distance between land use and the closest river is the main limiting factor of vegetation cover change in the five studied sub-regions of the TRB. The highest explanatory power of the combined factor of land use and precipitation is 0.723. With a correlation Q value above 0.6, the interaction between land use type and natural factors (e.g., temperature, precipitation, evapotranspiration, distance from the river, etc.) is significant. This study is helpful to predict the trend of vegetation change in the TRB, and provides a scientific basis for regional ecological protection, soil and water conservation, and land use planning.
A Model for Sustainable Quality Control Improvement in the Foundry Industry Using Key Performance Indicators
Authors: Czerwińska Karolina , Pacana Andrzej , Ostasz Grzegorz
Published: February 2025

The foundry industry consumes significant amounts of natural resources, metals, and energy, and it generates large amounts of solid waste and gases, which have a significant impact on the environment. Therefore, taking sustainability-based improvement measures in foundry companies is necessary and an important part of sustainable development for humanity. The aim of this study was to develop a universal indicator model for quality control improvement focused on the foundry industry. The model allows a multi-criteria analysis of various quality control methods and the determination of their gradation in the context of ensuring an objectively high level of product quality. A test of the model carried out in foundry companies confirmed its suitability. An optimisation of the relationship between product quality and quality control efficiency was carried out, which fulfilled the criteria of efficiency, reliability, low emissivity, low energy intensity, low cost, short lead time, and automation. Thanks to the indicated features, the model clearly fits into the concept of sustainable development and Industry 4.0. The result of the realised research, i.e., the ranking of the gradation of detection methods, allowed optimisation of quality control within the analysed production process. Future research directions will address the integration of digital solutions within the model.
How Industrial Output, Economic Growth, Environmental Technology, and Globalization Impact Load Capacity Factor in E7 Nations
Authors: Wang Boying , Xu Runguo
Published: February 2025

Today nations across the globe are striving to achieve sustainable development. Additionally, natural resources, industrial output, economic expansion, environmental technology, and the current globalization era are thought to be the key indicators that directly cause environmental deterioration. As a result, a more thorough evaluation of the state of the ecosystem is required. The current study examines the dynamic relationship between the load capacity factor for the E7 countries from 2000 to 2022 and globalization, industrial output, economic growth, environmental technologies, and natural resources. Furthermore, for reliable and effective results, the current study uses cointegration, long-run elasticity calculation, and second-generation panel unit root tests to validate the existence of cross-sectional dependency. The research revealed that while other possible causes like globalization and industrial output lead to greater environmental degradation, natural resources and environmental technologies significantly reduce environmental deterioration. Several policy recommendations are developed to combat and manage the environmental effects of the E7 based on these empirical findings.
Greener Packaging Solutions: The Social Impact of Biocomposite Lids in Colombia
Authors: Rodríguez Lady-Joana , Galvis-Nieto Juan D. , Orrego Carlos E.
Published: February 2025

Biocomposite materials respond to market trends and regulatory pressures for environmentally friendly packaging. Few studies have assessed the social life cycle assessment (SLCA) using stakeholder indicators across the entire supply chain. The objective of this study is to provide reliable indicators and data to compare the SLCA of jar lid biocomposites filled with post-harvest banana fibers (BFs) in Colombia. Methodologies from the United Nations Environment Programme, the relevant literature, and Colombian regulations were used to select indicators. A comprehensive survey involved all stakeholders in the supply chain and consumer responsibility during the use phase. The data collected were integrated, scored, and weighted. This approach aimed to reduce uncertainty in comparing different scenarios and contribute to the standardization and integration of SLCA methods. The study highlights the significant benefits of incorporating banana fibers (BFs) into jar lids. Lids composed of 40% BFs provide notable social advantages, particularly within the agricultural sector. They contribute to improving the economic income and quality of life for farmers, transporters, and intermediaries while promoting equity among them. Additionally, these lids help preserve cultural heritage in local communities. From a corporate perspective, beyond financial gains, companies enhance their sustainability visibility by offering a product that is environmentally friendly, naturally sourced, and directly connected to farmers. Furthermore, these lids strengthen the overall social impact of the supply chain and business sector by utilizing renewable and locally available resources.
Innovative Approach to ESD Integration into School-Based Curriculum Development Modules for Elementary Schools
Authors: Hung Li-Ching , Pan Hsiang-Ju
Published: February 2025

This study explores the curriculum development process and implementation challenges of a case school transitioning from a local to an ESD curriculum. Data were collected over 13 months through observations, interviews, and analysis of curriculum documents to examine the school’s curriculum development trajectory. The findings reveal that the school uses core concepts to link learning themes across grade levels, fostering a deeper and more coherent understanding of sustainability among students. Engagement and collaboration with key stakeholders provide diverse perspectives, and the school’s curriculum design is generally responsive to the concerns of its internal stakeholders. This study develops four perspective modules for ESD curriculum transformation: systemic, interdependent, comparative, and dialectical. In addition to analyzing the distinct applications of these perspectives, this research also discusses their usability in designing and implementing ESD in educational environments. These modules are designed to assist curriculum designers and practitioners in navigating the inherent complexities and contradictions of sustainability issues through innovative pedagogical approaches and to provide a valuable framework for educators transitioning from environmental education or local curricula to robust ESD implementation.
Determining Optimum Coal Bottom Ash/Slag Content for Sustainable Concrete Infrastructure
Authors: Menda Samrawit , Poudel Sandip , Useldinger-Hoefs Joe , Dockter Bruce , Gedafa Daba
Published: February 2025

Concrete usage is increasing rapidly; subsequently, the industry’s carbon footprint is increasing and impacting the environment significantly. Large amounts of fine and coarse aggregate, including cement, are needed to fulfill the increased demand, leading to increased natural aggregate usage. Therefore, finding a fine aggregate replacement in concrete is essential. Coal bottom ash (CBA) and coal boiler slag (CBS), byproducts of coal-burning power plants with pozzolanic properties, can replace fine aggregate in concrete to reduce global natural material depletion, health hazards, and technical and economic problems associated with power plants’ solid waste. This study was conducted to determine the optimum fine aggregate replacement amount of CBA and CBS in concrete while improving concrete performance. The optimum CBA and CBS content is 50%, which reduces fine aggregate usage in a concrete mix by 50% while maintaining equivalent or better concrete strength than the control. The optimum CBA content has a unit weight lower than the control for all mixes tested in this study, which makes the CBA mix lightweight concrete. The optimum CBA concrete has 15%, 43%, and 42% higher compressive strength than the control after 7 days, 28 days, and 56 days of curing, respectively. On the other hand, the optimum CBS concrete has 12%,16%, and 16% increased compressive strength than the control after 7, 28, and 56 days of curing, respectively. The compressive strength of optimum CBA concrete was higher than the optimum CBS, indicating that CBA concrete yields higher compressive strength than CBS, possibly due to the difference in physical properties, water absorption capacity, and bulk density. Nanoclay increased CBA concrete compressive strength at an early stage and increased the optimum content to 80% CBA. Therefore, using CBA and CBS can significantly reduce natural material usage and environmental harm by reducing CBA waste disposal and improving concrete performance.
The Local Turn in Tourism Statistics Within the Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism 2024
Authors: Hernández-Martín Raúl , Padrón-Fumero Noemi , Padrón-Ávila Hugo
Published: February 2025

Contemporary challenges in destination management, particularly those related to sustainability, tourism behavior, and mobility, require granular, local-scale data to inform public and private sector decisions. However, the traditional international tourism statistics standards, such as IRTS 2008 and TSA:RMF 2008, have focused on national and, to a lesser extent, regional scales, overlooking local destinations as a relevant level for the measurement and analysis of tourism. As a result, no common conceptual framework has been available for producing statistical information for local destinations, despite tourism impacts being primarily felt at this level. The endorsement by the United Nations in 2024 of the new Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism (SF-MST 2024) has addressed this gap, marking a crucial shift toward recognizing local tourism destinations within sustainability measurement. In this conceptual paper, the recent local turn within this new international statistical standard is explored. Furthermore, by comparing SF-MST 2024 with previous documents, an extended conceptual framework for tourism statistics is developed, including the spatial dimension. Finally, in this paper, the implications for the implementation of the framework in local tourism destinations are discussed.
Analysis of Regional Disparities, Spatiotemporal Evolution and Key Influencing Factors of Marine New Productive Forces in China
Authors: Sun Ying , Zhou Zili , Fang Ying , Bie Meng , Sun Xiaoguang
Published: February 2025

New productive forces are the new impetus for the high-quality development of the marine economy. To accurately measure the development level of marine new productive forces, this study constructs an evaluation index system from four aspects: development impetus, development structure, development mode, and development achievements. This study determines the combination weights of indicators based on relative entropy. Kernel density estimation, spatial Markov chain and Dagum Gini coefficient are used to analyze the spatiotemporal evolution, regional disparities and sources of marine new productive forces in coastal provinces of China. Finally, the decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory together with interpretative structural modeling (DEMATEL-ISM) is used to analyze the key influencing factors of marine new productive forces. Results show that the marine new productive forces have been increasing year by year, but the overall level is relatively low. There is a phenomenon of “club convergence” in the development level of marine new productive forces, and the state transfer occurs between adjacent types. The overall variation in marine new productive forces is showing a downward trend, with disparities arising mainly from inter-regional variation and hypervariable densities. The key influencing factors include investment in marine R&D, the openness of foreign investment, the openness of foreign trade, and investment in pollution control. The study conclusion provides support for designing a development path for marine new productive forces that conforms to regional characteristics.
Spatiotemporal Evolution and Determinants of Urban Flood Resilience: A Case Study of Yellow River Basin
Authors: Liu Jie , Wang Xinyu , Gao Gongjing
Published: February 2025

Global climate change has intensified flood disasters at the local scale. In response, this study constructs a flood resilience indicator system at the urban scale based on the “pressure-state-response” (PSR) model. Indicator weights were determined using the analytic hierarchy process–entropy weight method (AHP-EWM), the flood resilience of 35 cities within the Yellow River Basin from 2010 to 2021, and their spatiotemporal evolution patterns, spatial correlations, and determinants were analyzed. The results indicate that flood resilience shows an upward trend over time, with stronger resilience observed in upstream and downstream cities and weaker resilience in midstream cities. The spatial correlation of flood resilience was significantly positive in 2010, 2015, and 2021, while it exhibited non-significant, fluctuating declines in other years. Most cities in Henan and Shandong provinces are characterized as high–high agglomeration type, whereas most cities in Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces are classified as low–low type. Drainage efficiency, municipal investment, resilient planning, and urbanization have significant positive impacts on flood resilience, while the urban registered unemployment rate shows a positive spatial spillover effect. This study analyzed the flood resilience of cities in the Yellow River Basin from a comprehensive and logically coherent perspective and concluded with targeted recommendations aimed at enhancing flood resilience in the region.
IT Capabilities’ Impact on Postponement and Supply Chain Viability of Retail Manufacturers: A Dynamic Resource-Based View
Authors: Tonsi Azza Asaad , Husain Khalid S. M. , Yaqub Muhammad Zafar
Published: February 2025

It is commonly assumed that information technology capabilities (ITCs) are instrumental in supply chain viability (SCV), despite negligible empirical evidence. Based on the dynamic resource-based view, this study explores how the SCV competitive advantage is influenced by the heterogeneous resource ITC through the internal operating capability postponement (POST). A quantitative survey was administered to 298 senior managers from retail manufacturing firms, to test hypotheses using hierarchical multiple regression analysis. The SPSS PROCESS Macro was used to determine the mediation and interaction effects of the dual-stage moderated-mediation model, identifying a positive correlation between ITC and POST strategies, highlighting that modern real-time data synchronization and on-demand customization IT systems are needed. POST strategies greatly improve SCV by enhancing operational flexibility, reactivity, and adaptability to dynamic market conditions. The moderators “market orientation” and “demand uncertainty” shape these relationships, emphasizing the need for firms to align their strategies with market dynamics and uncertainties. The research emphasizes the importance of valuable, rare, and inimitable resources in driving sustained competitive advantage. Practical implications suggest strategic investments in advanced IT systems and collaborative efforts in retail manufacturing firms are essential for optimizing supply chain processes. The results, discussion, implications, limitations, and suggestions for additional studies are addressed.
The Impact of Environmental Indicators on Consumer Decision-Making in the Purchasing of Lifestyle Essentials: A Quantitative Analysis
Authors: Paliwoda Beata , Matuszak-Flejszman Alina , Ankiel Magdalena , Jasiulewicz-Kaczmarek Małgorzata
Published: February 2025

This research paper explores consumer perceptions and expectations regarding environmental criteria for a range of essential lifestyle products. The term “Lifestyle Essentials” includes various items integral to daily life, covering food, cosmetics, household chemicals, consumer electronics, household appliances, IT equipment, clothing, footwear, and cars. The research aims to assess the significance of environmental factors in consumer purchase behavior and provides insights that can guide businesses and policymakers in developing targeted sustainability initiatives. The study, conducted in Poland with a representative sample (1221 respondents), gathered data on how consumers prioritize environmental indicators across five product categories. Results indicate that 80.5% of respondents expect businesses to be responsible for their environmental impact, and 56.9% of respondents consider environmental indicators as important in their purchasing decisions, with the highest importance assigned to chemical use (mean score: 3.94), waste management (3.90), and packaging (3.90). Additionally, the exploratory factor analysis highlighted that particular attention is given to the groups such as material and wastes, sustainable management, and risk and compliance, reflecting the main areas of consumer interest.
Special Issue: Advanced Technologies in Power Quality and Power Disturbance Data Application
Authors: Zhang Yi
Published: February 2025

Power quality has been a rapidly growing area of research [...]
Bromatological Composition and In Vitro Ruminal Digestibility of Vaines of Neltuma spp. in Three Regions of the State of Zacatecas, México
Authors: Valdez-Romero Eduardo , Delgadillo-Ruiz Lucía , Bañuelos-Valenzuela Rómulo , Delgadillo-Ruiz Eladio , Meza-López Carlos , Mercado-Reyes Marisa , Ramírez-Hernández Leticia Adriana , Echavarría-Chairez Francisco G. , Arias-Hernández Luz Adriana , Valladares-Carranza Benjamín , Flores-Garivay Rodrigo , Valtierra-Marín Héctor Emmanuel
Published: February 2025

Neltuma spp. are an important resource in arid and semiarid ecosystems of the country and serve, among other purposes, as an economic source of food for livestock. By analyzing the bromatological composition and in vitro fermentation of pods in three regions of the state of Zacatecas, Mexico, the viability as a food alternative in sheep is sought. Twenty-seven pod samples were collected from nine points in each region of the state. The samples were obtained when the pods were in the immature stage. The bromatological analysis of the pods was conducted and mathematical equations were used to calculate the megacalories per kilogram provided by these fruits. Statistical analysis was performed using Spearman’s correlation coefficient. Bromatological analysis showed that crude protein averaged 20.86 ± 1.37% in the central region, while non-fiber carbohydrates averaged 26.78 ± 1.32% in the southern region. Neltuma spp. pods demonstrate potential as an alternative feed for sheep, provided that an adequate diet is formulated, since they present acceptable levels of protein, carbohydrates and fiber. It is recommended to consider the state of maturity of the pods when incorporating them into the diet of sheep.
Assessment of Resistance of Varroa destructor to Formic and Lactic Acid Treatment—A Systematic Review
Authors: Kosch Yvonne , Mülling Christoph , Emmerich Ilka U.
Published: February 2025

Varroa destructor represents one of the most significant pathogens affecting Apis mellifera. A multitude of treatment modalities exist, including those based on pharmaceutical and biotechnological principles. A few years after the first use of synthetic acaricides, Varroa destructor developed resistance to these substances, becoming a significant concern. The present review assesses the potential risk of resistance development to formic and lactic acid. This is performed by evaluating sources in the literature over the past 30 to 40 years following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Median annual efficacies are determined and evaluated over time. Independent of pharmaceutical form, mite populations are considered non-resistant for efficacies higher than 70%. After the assessment of outliers for lactic acid, the remaining limited data are insufficient to draw conclusions on resistance. The reported unusually low efficacy values for formic acid can be explained by inadequate evaporation rates and study settings. Notably, for both acids, the findings are limited by a low number of efficacy values, and further, more detailed and standardized studies are needed.
The Prevalence of Tick-Borne Encephalitis Virus in the Ticks and Humans of China from 2000 to 2023: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Qin Hongyu , Xin Xiu , Tang Qichao , Feng Xujing , Yin Baishuang
Published: February 2025

This study presents a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies on tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV) prevalence in ticks and human hosts in China, published between 2000 and 2023. Extensive searches were conducted on four databases—PubMed, CNKI, VIP, and Wan Fang. The findings indicated overall pooled prevalence estimates of TBEV infection in ticks and humans of 5.8% and 9.0%, respectively. The prevalence of TBEV in ticks was 4.8% (95%CI, 4.5–7.1%) during 2000–2010 and increased to 6.3% (95%CI, 4.7–7.8%) during 2011–2023, and was mainly distributed in Jilin (13.4%; 95%CI, 8.3–18.4%) and Inner Mongolia (4.5%; 95%CI, 1.8–7.1%). The prevalence of TBEV was higher in Dermacentor silvarum than in other tick species (8.1%; 95%CI, 3.2–12.9%). The seroprevalence of TBEV in humans increased from 4.7% (95%CI, 2.9–6.4%) during 2000–2010 to 17.6% (95%CI, 11.3–23.8%) during 2011–2023. Simultaneously, the analysis results of the population characteristics showed that females, forestry workers, military personnel, and farmers were found to be susceptible, and the highest seroprevalence was noted among homemakers and unemployed individuals. There were certain differences in the seroprevalence among populations in different provinces, especially in Xinjiang and Heilongjiang. This study can provide a reference for a more comprehensive and in-depth investigation of ticks and humans infected with TBEV in China.
Can Multiple Large Shareholders Mitigate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Controversies?
Authors: Feng Xiaolu , Saleh Norman Mohd , Keliwon Kamarul Baraini , Ghazali Aziatul Waznah
Published: February 2025

This study examines the effect of multiple large shareholders (MLS) on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) controversies and the factors that moderate this relationship. It is motivated by the need to understand the determinants of ESG controversies and the lack of consensus in the academic literature regarding the corporate governance role of MLS. Using a panel dataset of Chinese-listed firms from 2008 to 2023, we found that firms with MLS have fewer ESG controversies than non-MLS firms, including those in the environmental, social, and governance dimensions. The findings are robust across different model specifications and alternative variable measurements. Further analyses revealed that the effect of MLS on ESG controversies is more pronounced when the ownership distribution between non-controlling MLS and the controlling shareholder is more balanced, when they have the same identity, and when institutional investors are part of non-controlling MLS. Additionally, this effect is stronger in firms with severe agency conflicts and weaker governance mechanisms. Finally, and more importantly, we found that ESG controversies have a significant negative impact on firm value and that MLS monitoring can help mitigate these adverse effects. In summary, our results suggest that MLS play a monitoring role in ESG controversies and contribute to firm value by reducing their negative consequences.
PHILOSOPHICAL AND THEORETICAL BASIS OF THE CONCEPT OF LIFELONG EDUCATION
Authors: Shejko S. , Kolodiy O. , Ilchenko A.
Published: February 2025

The article specifies the fundamentals of the concept of life-long education from historic and philosophical perspective all along its way from the Age of Enlightenment, end of XVIII-XIX century German philosophy of contemporary post-modernism. It is being proved that the life-long education concept is based both on rational and irrational spiritual principles.
EXPERIENCE IN THE STUDY OF THE ARCHITECTURAL ASPECT OF CAVE DIGGING IN THE PRIDNESTROVIE AND PRIOSKOLYE
Authors: Vovzhenyak P.
Published: February 2025

Cave temples and monasteries are quite a rare phenomenon and have attracted a lot of attention from researchers and scientists in various fields of science for a considerable time. The experience of exploring the cave monasteries of Pridnestrovie and Prioskolye begins at the end of the XIX century, but in recent years, interest from architecture has increased and has great potential. The architecture of Christian cave temples and monasteries predetermined the development of certain principles of temple building up to our time, therefore these objects can be considered the precursors of the construction of ground-based works of temple architecture. The research process is divided into three periods: pre-revolutionary, Soviet, and modern. The correspondence of the number of published materials on the study of the cave monasteries of Pridnestrovie and Prioskolye to time periods and certain fields of science is graphically presented. The number of submitted and published materials from various fields of science for the entire period of the study of the cave monasteries of Pridnestrovie and Prioskolye is determined as a percentage, which shows the degree of study of this issue. This analysis showed an insufficient amount of materials from the field of architecture. For a more complete study in order to preserve and adapt to modern conditions of use of cave monuments as a set of archaeological, historical, architectural, etc. values require classification, identification and characterization of the spatial structure, determination of the typology and architectural features of cave temples and monasteries in a given area. It is advisable to carry out this theoretical work specifically for specialists in the field of architecture, urban planning and technical sciences, which will complement and develop the materials already obtained for a comprehensive study of historians, archaeologists, speleologists, local historians and other scientific specialists.
Study of a tethered platform stabilization problem in the vertical plane
Authors: Yacun S. , Bezmen P. , Emelyanova O.
Published: February 2025

In modern realities, the use of tethered unmanned aerial platforms that allow monitoring the environment, providing communications and performing a number of other tasks for a long time make tethered multi-copters a good tool for video surveillance. The power supply of such platforms, as well as the transmission of information from the equipment installed on board, is carried out through a cable. A platform is equipped with various communication loads, such as wireless network communication, mobile communication, and so on, providing communication between various operators within a radius of tens kilometers. The presence of a cable imposes restrictions on the working space and the dynamics of the platform, due to the need to control the tension and hold the aircraft with a payload. The purpose of the study is to develop a model of controlled cable stabilization of tethered platforms, taking into account external random disturbances and a limited radius of deviation in the horizontal (vertical) plane. Stabilization of a tethered platform at a certain height is a critical problem related to compensation of disturbing static and dynamic effects from wind flow. The model of stabilization of the tethered platform position proposed in the paper can be used to create tools for designing tethered flying platforms.
Research methods. To solve the problem the methods of classical mechanics, the motion stability theory, and the optimal control theory were used.
Research results. The results of mathematical modeling of automated parking (hovering) of the platform by means of a cable with a fixed propulsion force of the propellers are presented. The problem of ensuring the positioning accuracy of the copter in a given area was solved. Computational experiments showed that external disturbances have a strong effect on the behavior of the flying platform, especially during stabilization.
book review Leisure Resurrected: Rekindling the Fire of Early Christian Communities
Authors: Smith Stewart J
Published: February 2025

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Using green solvents to extract Andrographolide from Andrographis paniculata
Authors: Vu Duc Canh , Chau Thi Huyen Ngoc , Tran Thi Thuy Linh , Nguyen Thi Hoai , Le Trong Nhan
Published: February 2025

Background: Recent trends in the extraction of bioactive compounds from medicinal plants have largely focused on using green solvents. In this study, green solvents were developed for the extraction of andrographolide from Andrographis paniculata, and the antioxidant activity of the extracts was compared.

Materials and method: Different deep eutectic solvents (DESs) were synthesized. Then, the DESs were used to extract andrographolide from Andrographis paniculata. The antioxidant activity of the extracts was evaluated using the DPPH free radical inhibition method.

Results: A total of 48 combinations of deep eutectic solvents (DESs) were initially tested, and eventually, 16 DESs were selected for the extraction process. Among them, ChCl-Lac and ChCl-Act-H2O exhibited the highest yields of andrographolide from Andrographis paniculata, with yields of 2.34 ± 0.11% and 2.51 ± 0.08%, respectively. These yields were higher compared to those obtained using MeOH (2.12 ± 0.02%) and EtOH (2.14 ± 0.07%). The antioxidant activity of the extracts was found to be directly proportional to the concentration of andrographolide present. Notably, the extracts obtained using ChCl-Lac and ChCl-Act-H2O demonstrated the most effective inhibition of DPPH radicals.

Conclusion: The results of the study contributed to the development of a sustainable extraction procedure for andrographolide extraction from Andrographis paniculata. In which, two DESs of ChCl-Lac and ChCl-Act-H2O gave the highest andrographolide extraction efficiency from Andrographis paniculata.

Key words: Andrographolide, Andrographis paniculata, green extract, deep eutectic solvents.
Study on the characteristics of arrhythmia using 24-hour Holter electrocardiography in patients with metabolic syndrome
Authors: Le Thi Thu Huong , Nguyen Thi Kim Hoa
Published: February 2025

Background: Metabolic syndrome is a collection of risk factors for two major epidemics, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, including central obesity, high blood pressure, hyperglycemia, hypertriglyceridemia, and decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Cardiac arrhythmias in patients with metabolic syndrome are very common, diverse and complex, including both supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmias.

Objectives: (1) Studying clinical and paraclinical characteristics and arrhythmias using 24-hour Holter electrocardiography in patients with metabolic syndrome. (2). Investigating the relationship between components of metabolic syndrome and cardiac arrhythmias on 24-hour Holter monitoring.

Materials and methods: Comparative cross-sectional descriptive study, conducted from August 2022 to May 2023.

Results: There were 107 patients with metabolic syndrome participating in the study. The factor with the highest proportion was increased waist circumference with 86.92%. The most common symptoms were palpitations with 18.68%. Arrhythmia on 24-hour Holter ECG accounted for 52.34% and was statistically significantly higher than 28.04% on 12-lead ECG (p > 0.05). Among cardiac arrhythmias on 24-hour Holter ECG, the highest rate was atrial fibrillation with 19.63%. There was an association between increased waist circumference and increased fasting blood glucose with cardiac arrhythmia. Metabolic syndrome patients with increased waist circumference and increased fasting blood glucose were 3.06 and 5.88 times more likely to have arrhythmias, respectively, than patients without these factors (p > 0.05).

Conclusion: There was a relationship between increased waist circumference and increased fasting plasma glucose in metabolic syndrome with arrhythmia.

Key words: Metabolic syndrome, arrhythmia, 24-hour Holter monitoring.
ФОРМИ ОРГАНІЗАЦІЇ СІМ’Ї У ПРАВОВИХ СИСТЕМАХ СТАРОДАВНЬОГО РИМУ ТА СУЧАСНІЙ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Пономаренко О. М. , Мешкова К. О.
Published: February 2025

Метою статті є порівняльно-правова характеристика римського шлюбного права та сучасного законодавства України в питанні форм організації сім’ї з метою визначення рівня свободи людини у сфері сімейних відносин для подальшого вдосконалення їх правового регулювання. У статті аналізується шлюбне законодавство Стародавнього Риму та сучасної України. Зазначається, що в римському праві у людини не завжди була свобода у виборі форми організації сімейного життя. Такий вибір з’явився лише тоді, коли стало можливим поряд із традиційним римським шлюбом (cum manu), також укладати вільний шлюб, що не передбачав будь-яких формальностей при укладенні та не породжував владу чоловіка над дружиною. При цьому право вибору належало жінці, саме від її рішення залежало, чи буде через один рік цей шлюб трансформовано в традиційний шлюб із чоловічою владою, чи вона й далі залишатиметься вільною жінкою. Крім шлюбу у людини також існувала можливість створити сім’ю без укладення шлюбу, шляхом тривалого фактичного спільного проживання з метою створення сім’ї (конкубінат). Сучасне українське шлюбне законодавство також допускає виникнення сім’ї на підставі шлюбу, зареєстрованого в органах державної реєстрації актів цивільного стану, і на підставі фактичного проживання чоловіка і жінки однією сім’єю. У результаті проведеного порівняльно-правового аналізу шлюбного права Стародавнього Риму та сучасної України, автор прийшов до висновку, що в питанні форм утворення сім’ї мало що змінилося, і людина як мала в період існування римського держави, так і дотепер має лише дві можливості - створювати сім’ю - на підставі шлюбу, тобто союзу, що визнаний державою, або на підставі проживання однією сім’єю без реєстрації шлюбу (фактичного сімейного союзу). В обох випадках виникають абсолютно ідентичні на своєю суттю сімейні відносини, відмінності між якими полягають лише в правових наслідках цих союзів. Такі правові наслідки визначає держава або самі партнери шляхом укладення договору.
МІЖНАРОДНО-ПРАВОВІ ТА ЄВРОПЕЙСЬКІ СТАНДАРТИ ПРАВ ЛЮДИНИ ТА ЇХ ЗАСТОСУВАННЯ У НАЦІОНАЛЬНОМУ АДМІНІСТРАТИВНОМУ СУДОЧИНСТВІ
Authors: Задихайло О. А.
Published: February 2025

У статті досліджено проблемні питання інтеграції міжнародно-правових та європейських стандартів прав людини в адміністративне судочинство України в контексті європейської інтеграції та реформування національної правової системи. Запропоновано авторське визначення правових категорій «міжнародні стандарти прав людини» та «європейські стандарти прав людини» Встановлено, що, незважаючи на прогрес у гармонізації норм національного законодавства з міжнародними стандартами, в Україні ще існують проблеми щодо ефективного забезпечення прав людини в адміністративному судочинстві. що зумовлені недостатньою імплементацією міжнародних норм в національне законодавство, низьким рівнем використання практики ЄСПЛ, недосконалістю механізмів захисту прав людини та недостатньою правовою визначеністю судових рішень. Зроблено висновки, щодо необхідності удосконалення чинного законодавства України у сфері захисту прав людини, покращення механізмів імплементації міжнародних стандартів, а також зміцнення співпраці з міжнародними правозахисними організаціями з метою забезпечення більш ефективного застосування міжнародних стандартів прав людини в адміністративному судочинстві України.
ОКРЕМІ ПИТАННЯ ПРАВОВОГО РЕГУЛЮВАННЯ ПРОГРАМИ ВІДНОВНОГО ПРАВОСУДДЯ ЗА УЧАСТЮ НЕПОВНОЛІТНІХ, ЯКІ Є ПІДОЗРЮВАНИМИ, ОБВИНУВАЧЕНИМИ У ВЧИНЕННІ КРИМІНАЛЬНОГО ПРАВОПОРУШЕННЯ
Authors: Постригань Т. Л. , Головань Т. Г.
Published: February 2025

У статті розкрито важливі правові аспекти реалізації програми відновного правосуддя за участю неповнолітніх, які є підозрюваними, обвинуваченими у вчиненні кримінального правопорушення, що відбувається на основі системи надання безоплатної правової допомоги. Автори проаналізували міжнародні документи, зокрема Рекомендацію CM/Rec(2018)8 та Рекомендацію № R(99)19 Ради Європи, Закон України «Про медіацію», Порядок реалізації пілотного проекту. «Програма відновного правосуддя за участю неповнолітніх, підозрюваних або обвинувачених у вчиненні кримінального правопорушення» та дослідження науковців з державно-правове регулювання відновного правосуддя за участю неповнолітніх, які є підозрюваними чи обвинуваченими у вчиненні кримінального правопорушення. Автори досягли поставленої мети, з’ясували окремі питання правового регулювання відновного правосуддя за участю неповнолітніх, які є підозрюваними, обвинуваченими у вчиненні кримінального правопорушення, зокрема такого як медіація, надали рекомендації щодо застосування процедури медіації та її правового характеру. регулювання. Визначено підстави та порядок застосування процедури медіації, порядок складання доручення, договору та угоди зі сторонами медіації. За результатами дослідження авторами запропоновано законодавчо визначити «комедія», зокрема, у Порядку реалізації пілотного проекту «Програма відновного правосуддя за участю неповнолітніх, які є підозрюваними, обвинуваченими». про вчинення кримінального правопорушення». З метою формування єдиної практики використаннятакого виду медіації, як комедія, автори рекомендували у разі множинності учасників медіації – неповнолітніх оформляти довіреності одночасно на двох медіаторів. При цьому в довіреності повинні бути вказані всі неповнолітні особи – учасники медіації, у такому випадку медіатори підписують договір з усіма учасниками медіації та угоди окремо між кожною неповнолітньою особою та потерпілим.
МЕТОДИКА РОЗСЛІДУВАННЯ КРИМІНАЛЬНИХ ПРАВОПОРУШЕНЬ ПРОТИ ЖИТТЯ (НА ПРИКЛАДІ ВБИВСТВА ЧЕРЕЗ НЕОБЕРЕЖНІСТЬ СТ. 119 КК УКРАЇНИ)
Authors: Корабель М. Г.
Published: February 2025

В Конституції України закріплено, що держава гарантує дотримання прав і свобод людини. Кримінальні правопорушення проти життя є найбільш суспільно небезпекними, оскільки позбавляють людину найдорожчого права – права на життя. Питання притягнення винних осіб до кримінальної відповідальності є пріоритетним для правоохоронних органів, важливим для суспільства та закріплено в Конвенціях, підписаних та ратифікованих Україною. Головною формою реалізації кримінальної відповідальності є кримінальне покарання. Призначення справедливого та необхідного для виправлення покарання залежить від кваліфікації суспільно небезпечного діяння, що в свою чергу можливе лише завдяки проведеному всебічному досудовому розслідуванню. Призначення покарання за кримінальні правопорушення проти життя особи є важливим напрямком кримінально-правової політики держави, як захист найважливішого права людини. Методика розслідування кримінальних правопорушень має важливий рекомендаційний характер для ефективної роботи правоохоронних органів в процесі притягнення винних осіб до кримінальної відповідальності за кримінальні правопорушення проти життя особи. В науковій статті автор приділяє увагу розслідуванню вбивства через необережність, що утворюють певні складнощі оскільки не були сплановані заздалегідь, як умисні вбивства, що впливає на збір (отримання) доказів на початковому етапі розслідування. Проте в більшості випадків злочинець намагається приховати вчинене суспільно-небезпечне діяння шляхом інсценування самогубства або нещасного випадку. Огляд місця події є найважливішим в побудові версій та наступних слідчих (розшукових) дій для розслідування вбивства через необережність, оскільки виявлення негативних обставин, тобто фактичних даних, що суперечать версії про самогубство (нещасного випадок), дають правоохоронним органам можливість правильної кваліфікації вчиненого діяння.
СУБ’ЄКТИВНІ ТРУДОВІ ПРАВА ПРАЦІВНИКА ЯК ОБ’ЄКТИ ПРАВА НА ЗАХИСТ
Authors: Грецьких А. О.
Published: February 2025

Метою статті є визначення особливостей суб’єктивних трудових прав працівників як об’єктів права на захист та їх впливу на здійснення та захист цих прав. Робиться висновок, що характер суб’єктивних трудових прав безпосередньо впливає на їх здійснення та захист. При цьому саме характер суб’єктивного трудового права обумовлює й ефективні способи захисту такого права в разі його порушення. Застосування цивілістичної теорії про класифікацію суб’єктивних цивільних прав на абсолютні та відносні до класифікації суб’єктивних трудових прав дасть змогу визначити такі ефективні способи захисту. До абсолютного суб’єктивного трудового права слід віднести право на працю. За своїм характером воно належить до особистих немайнових прав фізичної особи, а тому особливості його здійснення та захисту врегульовані Книгою 2 ЦК. Будучи абсолютним правом, воно здійснюється людиною своєю волею, незалежно від волі інших осіб, за допомогою власних активних дій. Основними ж обов’язками всіх інших осіб - суб’єктів приватного права, є обов’язок не створювати перешкод та в інший спосіб не порушувати право на працю людині, яка його реалізує. Саме тому право на захист надається щодо будь-якого суб’єкта, який порушив цю заборону, а спосіб захисту, як правило, полягає в зобов’язанні порушника припинити дії, що порушують право на працю. До відносних суб’єктивних трудових прав необхідно віднести суб’єктивні права як елементи індивідуальних трудових правовідносин, яким кореспондують активні обов’язки роботодавця. Такі права працівник не може здійснити без виконання активного обов’язку з боку роботодавця. Порушенням же такого права є невиконання або неналежне виконання роботодавцем покладеного на нього активного обов’язку. Відповідно природним способом захисту такого права є спонукання роботодавця до виконання добровільно невиконаного обов’язку.