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Effect of Light Conditions on Polyphenol Production in Transformed Shoot Culture of Salvia bulleyana Diels
Authors: Krzemińska Marta , Hnatuszko-Konka Katarzyna , Weremczuk-Jeżyna Izabela , Owczarek-Januszkiewicz Aleksandra , Ejsmont Wiktoria , Olszewska Monika A. , Grzegorczyk-Karolak Izabela
Published: June 2023

Various strategies have been used to increase the efficiency of secondary metabolite production in Salvia plants. This report is the first to examine the spontaneous development of Salvia bulleyana shoots transformed by Agrobacterium rhizogenes on hairy roots and the influence of light conditions on the phytochemical profile of this shoot culture. The transformed shoots were cultivated on solid MS medium with 0.1 mg/L of IAA (indole-3-acetic acid) and 1 mg/L of m-Top (meta-topolin), and their transgenic characteristic was confirmed by PCR-based detection of the rolB and rolC genes in the target plant genome. This study assessed the phytochemical, morphological, and physiological responses of the shoot culture under stimulation by light-emitting diodes (LEDs) with different wavelengths (white, WL; blue, B; red, RL; and red/blue, ML) and under fluorescent lamps (FL, control). Eleven polyphenols identified as phenolic acids and their derivatives were detected via ultrahigh-performance liquid chromatography with diode-array detection coupled to electrospray ionization tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-DAD/ESI-MS) in the plant material, and their content was determined using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Rosmarinic acid was the predominant compound in the analyzed extracts. The mixed red and blue LEDs gave the highest levels of polyphenol and rosmarinic acid accumulation (respectively, 24.3 mg/g of DW and 20.0 mg/g of DW), reaching two times greater concentrations of polyphenols and three times greater rosmarinic acid levels compared to the aerial parts of two-year-old intact plants. Similar to WL, ML also stimulated regeneration ability and biomass accumulation effectively. However, the highest total photosynthetic pigment production (1.13 mg/g of DW for total chlorophyll and 0.231 mg/g of DW for carotenoids) was found in the shoots cultivated under RL followed by BL, while the culture exposed to BL was characterized as having the highest antioxidant enzyme activities.
Study and Optimization of a Micro-Structured Waveguiding and Fluorescent Sol-Gel Architecture
Authors: Marzouk Ibtihel , Riassetto David , Morand Alain , Bucci Davide , Langlet Michel
Published: June 2023

Channel waveguides with diffraction gratings at their input and output for light injection and extraction, respectively, constitute the key components for applications in integrated optics and photonics. Here, we report for the first time on such fluorescent micro-structured architecture entirely elaborated on glass by sol-gel processing. This architecture particularly takes advantage of a high-refractive index and transparent titanium oxide-based, sol-gel photoresist that can be imprinted through a single photolithography step. This resist enabled us to photo-imprint the input and output gratings on a photo-imprinted channel waveguide doped with a ruthenium complex fluorophore (Rudpp). In this paper, the elaboration conditions and optical characterizations of derived architectures are presented and discussed with respect to optical simulations. We firstly show how the optimization of a two-step deposition/insolation sol-gel procedure leads to reproducible and uniform grating/waveguide architectures elaborated on rather large dimensions. Then, we show how this reproducibility and uniformity govern the reliability of fluorescence measurements in waveguiding configuration. These measurements demonstrate that: (i) our sol-gel architecture is well adapted to the efficient channel–waveguide/diffraction grating coupling at the Rudpp excitation and emission wavelengths; (ii) it enables an efficient propagation of the emission signal in the core of the waveguide allowing its photo-detection after extraction through the output grating; and (iii) it is affected by very reduced parasitic mechanisms, such as propagation losses and photobleaching features. This work constitutes a promising preliminary step toward the integration of our architecture in a microfluidic platform for further fluorescence measurements in liquid medium and waveguiding configuration.
Novel Red-Emitting Eu3+-Doped Y2(WxMo1−xO4)3 Phosphor with High Conversion Efficiency for Lighting and Display Applications
Authors: Chen Fan , Akram Muhammad Nadeem , Chen Xuyuan
Published: June 2023

In this study, a series of trivalent europium-doped tungstate and molybdate samples were synthesized using an improved sol-gel and high-temperature solid-state reaction method. The samples had different W/Mo ratios and were calcined at various temperatures ranging from 800 to 1000 °C. The effects of these variables on the crystal structure and photoluminescence characteristics of the samples were investigated. It was found that a doping concentration of 50% for europium yielded the best quantum efficiency based on previous research. The crystal structures were found to be dependent on the W/Mo ratio and calcination temperature. Samples with x ≤ 0.5 had a monoclinic lattice structure that did not change with calcination temperature. Samples with x > 0.75 had a tetragonal structure that remained unchanged with calcination temperature. However, samples with x = 0.75 had their crystal structure solely dependent on the calcination temperature. At 800–900 °C, the crystal structure was tetragonal, while at 1000 °C, it was monoclinic. Photoluminescence behavior was found to correlate with crystal structure and grain size. The tetragonal structure had significantly higher internal quantum efficiency than the monoclinic structure, and smaller grain size had higher internal quantum efficiency than larger grain size. External quantum efficiency initially increased with increasing grain size and then decreased. The highest external quantum efficiency was observed at a calcination temperature of 900 °C. These findings provide insight into the factors affecting the crystal structure and photoluminescence behavior in trivalent europium-doped tungstate and molybdate systems.
Validation of Broth Macrodilution Volatilization Method for Testing of Essential Oils in Liquid and Vapor Phase: Chemical Composition, Cytotoxicity, and Antibacterial Effect of Indian Medicinal Plants against Pneumonia-Causing Pathogens
Authors: Chaure Aishwarya , Houdkova Marketa , Antih Julien , Urbanova Klara , Doskocil Ivo , Naik Mukund Lal , Patel Khageshwar Singh , Kokoska Ladislav
Published: June 2023

Essential oils (EOs) have great potential in inhalation therapy for the treatment of respiratory infections. However, innovative methods for evaluation of antimicrobial activity of their vapors are still needed. The current study reports validation of the broth macrodilution volatilization method for assessment of the antibacterial properties of EOs and shows the growth-inhibitory effect of Indian medicinal plants against pneumonia-causing bacteria in liquid and vapor phase. Among all samples tested, Trachyspermum ammi EO exhibits the strongest antibacterial effect against Haemophilus influenzae, with minimum inhibitory concentrations of 128 and 256 µg/mL in the liquid and vapor phases, respectively. Furthermore, Cyperus scariosus EO is found to be nontoxic to normal lung fibroblasts assessed by modified thiazolyl blue tetrazolium bromide assay. Chemical analysis performed using gas chromatography–mass spectrometry identified α-citral, cyperotundone, and thymol as the main constituents of Cymbopogon citratus, C. scariosus, and T. ammi EOs, respectively. In addition, β-cymene is identified as the major compound of T. ammi EO vapors when analyzed using solid-phase microextraction and gas-tight syringe sampling techniques. This study demonstrates the validity of the broth macrodilution volatilization method for antimicrobial screening of volatile compounds in the vapor phase and suggests the therapeutic potential of Indian medicinal plants in inhalation therapy.
Synthesis of Green Copper Nanoparticles Using Medicinal Plant Krameria sp. Root Extract and Its Applications
Authors: Alshammari Shifaa O. , Mahmoud Sabry Younis , Farrag Eman Saleh
Published: June 2023

Nanotechnology is one of the most dynamic research areas and the fastest-growing market. Developing eco-friendly products using available resources to acquire maximum production, better yield, and stability is a great challenge for nanotechnology. In this study, copper nanoparticles (CuNP) were synthesized via the green method using root extract of the medical plant Rhatany (Krameria sp.) as a reducing and capping agent and used to investigate the influence of microorganisms. The maximum production of CuNP was noted at 70 °C after 3 h of reaction time. The formation of nanoparticles was confirmed through UV-spectrophotometer, and the product showed an absorbance peak in the 422–430 nm range. The functional groups were observed using the FTIR technique, such as isocyanic acid attached to stabilize the nanoparticles. The spherical nature and average crystal sizes of the particle (6.16 nm) were determined using Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffractometer (XRD) analysis. In tests with a few drug-resistant pathogenic bacteria and fungus species, CuNP showed encouraging antimicrobial efficacy. CuNP had a significant antioxidant capacity of 83.81% at 200 g/m−1. Green synthesized CuNP are cost-effective and nontoxic and can be applied in agriculture, biomedical, and other fields.
Multiple-Degree-of-Freedom Modeling and Simulation for Seismic-Grade Sigma–Delta MEMS Capacitive Accelerometers
Authors: Wang Xuefeng , Zhang Penghao , Ding Shijin
Published: June 2023

The high-order mechanical resonances of the sensing element in a high-vacuum environment can significantly degrade the noise and distortion performance of seismic-grade sigma–delta MEMS capacitive accelerometers. However, the current modeling approach is unable to evaluate the effects of high-order mechanical resonances. This study proposes a novel multiple-degree-of-freedom (MDOF) model to evaluate the noise and distortion induced by high-order mechanical resonances. Firstly, the MDOF dynamic equations of the sensing element are derived using the principle of modal superposition and Lagrange’s equations. Secondly, a fifth-order electromechanical sigma–delta system of the MEMS accelerometer is established in Simulink based on the dynamic equations of the sensing element. Then, the mechanism through which the high-order mechanical resonances degrade the noise and distortion performances is discovered by analyzing the simulated result. Finally, a noise and distortion suppression method is proposed based on the appropriate improvement in high-order natural frequency. The results show that the low-frequency noise drastically decreases from about −120.5 dB to −175.3 dB after the high-order natural frequency increases from about 130 kHz to 455 kHz. The harmonic distortion also reduces significantly.
Prospects of Cytomegalovirus-Specific T-Cell Receptors in Clinical Diagnosis and Therapy
Authors: Li Xuejie , Liang Hanying , Fan Jun
Published: June 2023

Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) is responsible for widespread infections worldwide. In immunocompetent individuals it is typically latent, while infection or reactivation in immunocompromised individuals can result in severe clinical symptoms or even death. Although there has been significant progress in the treatment and diagnosis of HCMV infection in recent years, numerous shortcomings and developmental limitations persist. There is an urgent need to develop innovative, safe, and effective treatments, as well as to explore early and timely diagnostic strategies for HCMV infection. Cell-mediated immune responses are the primary factor controlling HCMV infection and replication, but the protective role of humoral immune responses remains controversial. T-cells, key effector cells of the cellular immune system, are critical for clearing and preventing HCMV infection. The T-cell receptor (TCR) lies at the heart of T-cell immune responses, and its diversity enables the immune system to differentiate between self and non-self. Given the significant influence of cellular immunity on human health and the indispensable role of the TCR in T-cell immune responses, we posit that the impact of TCR on the development of novel diagnostic and prognostic methods, as well as on patient monitoring and management of clinical HCMV infection, will be far-reaching and profound. High-throughput and single-cell sequencing technologies have facilitated unprecedented quantitative detection of TCR diversity. With these current sequencing technologies, researchers have already obtained a vast number of TCR sequences. It is plausible that in the near future studies on TCR repertoires will be instrumental in assessing vaccine efficacy, immunotherapeutic strategies, and the early diagnosis of HCMV infection.
NEW CINDERELLAS” BY TATIANA USTINOVA
Authors:   Orel State University, DOROKHINA T.Y. , ANTONOVA M.V. ,   Orel State University, ALEOSHINA L.V. ,   Orel State University, IZOTOV V.P. ,   Orel State University
Published: June 2023

This work is devoted to the consideration of the narrative model of “Cinderella”, characteristic of Tatiana Ustinova’s women’s novels. The artistic world of the writer’s novels has pronounced signs of a fairy-tale world: distance from the real, isolation, repeatability, which generates a text of a special type, which we could conditionally call a modern detective tale.
THE CONCEPT «FREEDOM» IN THE AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL BOOK «VREMENA» («THE TIMES») BY M.A. OSORGIN: TO THE STATEMENT OF THE QUESTION
Authors:   Southwest State University, LYMAR N.V. , STEPANOVA N.S. ,   Southwest State University, MIKHEICHEVA E.A. ,   Orel State University, IZOTOV V.P. ,   Orel State University
Published: June 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the content of the concept «freedom» in the artistic world of autobiographical prose of M.A. Osorgin, describing the specifics of its representation when creating the image of the world and the person in it; the study of the process of transforming individual experience and worldview, developed in the process of life, into the artistic reality of a literary work. The relevance of the work is determined by the fact that the search by fiction for ways out of the spiritual crisis of the early 21st century returns research thought to the experience of solving the problem offreedom in Russian philosophical and literary thought at the turn of the 19th-20th centuries, as well as in the autobiographical prose of the first wave of emigration. The study is based on an integrated approach, including the use of cultural-historical, biographical, historicalliterary, descriptive-analytical methods. It was established that M.A. Osorgin not only uses the lexical meanings of the phenomenon «freedom», fixed in dictionaries, but also significantly expands them. Separate aspects of the content of the concept «freedom» are defined, studied and described, the specificity of its representation in the artistic world of the writer’s autobiographical prose is analyzed. It is shown that the study of the concept«freedom» and its representation in the text of the autobiographical book «The Times» actualizes the axiological aspect of the perception of a literary text. It has been proved that consideration of the issue of true and imaginary values provides an opportunity for a deeper understanding of the writer’s autobiographical prose.
THE NOVEL «DEEP WOUNDS» BY P. PROSKURIN: IDEOLOGY CORRECTED BY BIOGRAPHY. ARTICLE TWO
Authors:   Bryansk State University Named After Academician I.G. Petrovsky, STARTSEVA I.L. , SHARAVIN A.V. ,   Bryansk State University Named After Academician I.G. Petrovsky, ANTYUKHOV A.V. ,   Bryansk State University Named After Academician I.G. Petrovsky, MIKHEICHEVA E.A. ,   Orel State University
Published: June 2023

The article examines the formation of the creative individuality of P. Proskurin, a writer-statesman in the novel «Deep Wounds». The impact of the canon of socialist realism and its simultaneous overcoming under the influence of the «thaw» paradigm by the artist of the word in the work is noted. The aesthetic reality of the novel, organized by the autobiographical component and fiction, is analyzed. The dominant of the mythological projection of Abel-Cain is emphasized in the embodiment of the confrontation between Pavel Kirilin (the prototype of P. Proskurin’s father - Luka ZakharovichProskurin) and his brother FaddeusGrigoryevich, which acquires a leading significance in the works about the Great Patriotic War.
THE IDEA OF «LITERARINESS» IN THE WORKS OF QIAN ZHONGSHU: IN COMPARISON WITH YU. N. TYNYANOV
Authors:   Sun Yat-sen University, SUN YE.
Published: June 2023

The article offers an analysis of the ideas of Qian Zhongshu, put forward in the works since the 1930s, in comparison with the ideas of the Russian philologist Yu.Tynyanova. Based on the comparative analysis, the article shows that Qian Zhongshu and Yu. Tynyanov, I follow completely different paths, and on different cultural material they reveal important qualities of the formal nature of literary texts and dwell on a number of key points arising from the concept of "literariness".
ON THE ACTUALIZATION OF THE CONTENT OF THE METHODOLOGICAL TRAINING OF THE FUTURE TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS IN THE CONDITIONS OF INDIVIDUALIZATION OF EDUCATION
Authors:   Orel State University, ALEKSEEVA E.N.
Published: June 2023

The article deals with the issues of actualizing the content component of the methodological system of training a future mathematics teacher in order to improve the quality of pedagogical education in the context of the development of the paradigm of individualization of teaching mathematics. The experience of the Orel State University named after I.S. Turgenev on the design and implementation of master’s programs with a variable subject-methodological component is presented.
THEORETICAL AND METHODOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FORMATION OF ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPETENCE OF STUDENTS OF THE MEDICAL UNIVERSITIES
Authors:   Orel State University, GEDULYANOV M.T. , GEDULYANOVA N.S. ,   All-Russian Research Institute of Phytopathology
Published: June 2023

The article analyzes the theoretical and methodological foundations for the formation of entrepreneurial competence of students of a medical institute by means of practice-oriented educational technology, reflecting the understanding of the essence and content of entrepreneurial competence as a pedagogical problem. The purpose of this article is to study the opinion of domestic scientists about the concept of competence, competence, economic competence, economic competence. Economic competencies include, in our opinion, a set of competencies in terms of their possible "economic content", as well as features that can provide a basic level of economic andfinancial literacy of a person. The result of the study was the analysis of a competence-based, vitagenic, practice-oriented approach to solve the problem and determine the theoretical and methodological foundations for the formation of entrepreneurial competence of students of a medical institute.
DEVELOPMENT OF WEBSITE CREATION SKILLS AMONG STUDENTS OF THE TRAINING AREA 51.03.06 LIBRARY AND INFORMATION ACTIVITIES
Authors:   Orel State Institute of Culture, GRIBKOV D.N.
Published: June 2023

A modern library specialist is a highly qualified specialist who is proficient not only in traditional library technologies and techniques, but also equally able to use information technologies, including web technologies. The paper discusses the methodology of teaching the discipline «Site Building», describes the practice of teaching it at the Orel State Institute of Culture for the direction of training 51.03.06 Library and information activities. The article analyzes topical issues of the use of web technologies in the professional activity of a librarian.
SOCIO-CULTURAL ADAPTAION OF STUDENTS FROM THE CENTRAL ASIATIC REGION IN THE RUSSIAN EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
Authors:   FSO Academy of Russia, KASHINA S.V. , ARKHIPENKO M.A. ,   FSO Academy of Russia
Published: June 2023

The article summarizes the experience of organizing activities for the adaptation and integrationof foreign students studying at higher educationalinstitutions, using the example of studying the discipline «Foreign language» on a trilingual basis, which consists in a comparative analysis of the socio-cultural phenomena of the three nations. The authors give a number of effective examples of interaction between teachers and students in the process of teaching English to solve the problem of adaptation of foreign students.
ON THE FORMATION OF A UNIFIED EDUCATIONAL SPACE OF RUSSIA
Authors:   Federal Research Center «Computer Science and Control» of the RAS, KOSHKINA E.N. , ORLOVA E.R. ,   Federal Research Center «Computer Science and Control» of the RAS
Published: June 2023

One of the priorities of state policy in the sphere of education is forming unified educational space on the territory of the Russian Federation. In the article a survey is given concerning the measures taken by the state on establishing uniformity of the approaches to implementation of educational activity, beginning from the tsarist era till our days. Modern approaches to achieving uniformity in the field of education are analized as well.
FORMATION OF NON-LINGUISTIC STUDENTS' FOREIGN-LANGUAGE EDUCATIONAL AND COGNITIVE COMPETENCE THROUGH THE LEXICAL APPROACH
Authors:   Tula State University, KULAGINA T.I.
Published: June 2023

The article focuses on the formation of non-linguistic students’ foreign-language educational and cognitive competence. The definition of the competence is provided, and its components are identified. The importance of the development of non-linguistic students’foreign-language educational and cognitive competence is highlighted due to the promotion of lifelong learning. The possibility of using the lexical approach to form the competence is considered.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF EDUCATION AND MODERN TRENDS IN THE PREPARATION OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Authors:   Orel State University, LIDINFA E.P. , BARANOVA S.V. ,   National Institute of Business, CHERNUKHINA G.N. ,   Moscow Financial and Industrial University "Synergy"
Published: June 2023

The scientific article presents analytical aspects of the constant transformation ofprofessional training under the influence of modern technological structures, changing labor market requirements and economic demands. Currently, the focus of attention is on the search for the most effective ways to transform educational institutions, the activation of the use of innovative pedagogical techniques aimed at forming not only the professional vision of the graduate, and mastering professional skills, but also acquiringflexible skills to implement the tasks set in conditions of a high level of digitalization of all sectors of the economy and spheres of society.
RECONCILIATION (MEDIATION) SERVICES IN EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AS AN OBJECT OF MANAGEMENT
Authors:   Tula State University, OSKINA S.V.
Published: June 2023

The purpose of the article is to substantiate the expediency of considering the reconciliation (mediation) service (hereinafter - R(M)S) in an educational organization as an element of the educational system and the object of adaptive management. The necessity of scientific research of the problem of the introduction of R(M)S into educational practice is actualized. The essence of the joint R(M)S is revealed through the restoration of the abilities of the subjects of the educational organization to understand each other and peacefully resolve emerging problems.
FORMING HEALTHY EATING HABITS IN STUDENTS THROUGH PROJECT ACTIVITIES
Authors:   Ural State Agrarian University, CHECHENIKHINA O.S. , SMIRNOVA E.S. ,   Ural State Agrarian University, SINKO V.N. ,   Ural State Agrarian University
Published: June 2023

Preserving the health of the younger generation has always been one of the main national priorities. Currently, children’s health is one of the global problems of society. The project activity of schoolchildren aimed at studying food quality issues helps young researchers to dive deeper into the topic of proper nutrition, analyze the quality of products with their own hands and thus contributes to the formation of healthy eating skills in them.
THE POSITION AND STATUS OF THE ORTHODOX FAITH IN THE RUSSIAN EMPIRE BY THE BEGINNING OF THE XX CENTURY
Authors:   Religious Organization - Spiritual Educational Organization of Higher education ", KRASOV A.V. ,   Barnaul Theological Seminary of the Barnaul Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church"
Published: June 2023

On the basis of historical and analytical methods and the method of abstracting research, the author in this article presents answers to the questions: What are the historical roots of the position and status of the Orthodox faith in Russia? What was the status of the Orthodox faith in Russia from the end of the X to the beginning of the XX centuries? How did the State legislatively determine the status of the Orthodox faith, especially at the beginning of the twentieth century? Did the position and status of the Orthodox faith have an impact on ensuring the national and religious security of the Russian state? The answers to these questions will give us the opportunity to trace not only the history of the position and status of the Orthodox faith in Russia by the beginning of the XX century, to understand the reasons for their possible changes, but also to determine their impact on the religious and national security of Russia.
«DISCIPLINED LEARNING FORMATION AND GYMNASTICS» IN RUSSIAN SCHOOLS AS A SUBJECT OF DISCUSSION ON THE EVE OF WORLD WAR I
Authors:   Bryansk State University named after Academician I.G. Petrovsky, POTVOROV A.I.
Published: June 2023

This article discusses some of the features of the formation of the student movement called «poteshnykh». Its creation was primarily conditioned by the needs of military-patriotic education aimed at solving the problems dictated by Russia’s defeat in the Russo-Japanese War. The events that took place in the Far East demonstrated the current requirements for army manning and triggered the initiative of the Ministry of War, which was supported by Nicholas II. At the same time, the Russian government, faced with the revolutionary upheavals of 1905-1907, was wary of the creation of youth organizations without the necessary control. In the opinion of the governors, and later the Council of Ministers, such youth structures could be used for revolutionary purposes. During World War I the «poteshnykh» movement, aimed more at participation in parades than at the development of youth initiative in serious training for future military service, was gradually phased out.
APPOSITIVE PHRASES AS A MEANS OF NOMINATION MALE PERSONS IN THE IDIOSTYLE N.S. LESKOVA
Authors:   Orel State University, ALEOSHINA L.V.
Published: June 2023

One of the means of expressing the author’s intention in N.S. Leskov’s idiostyle are appositive phrases, most of which are difficult-hyphenated nominations of males. It was established by what signs the characterization of the face is given, the contextual environment of appositive phrases was analyzed, the functions of the structures under consideration were identified, among the main functions can be called compressive, compressive-evaluative, stylistic, rhythmic-compositional, structural-compositional.
Oportunidades laborales en la educación superior
Authors: Zapata Chiroque Julio Edgar , Cabrera Salas Tania Damaris , Romero Aranda Mónica
Published: June 2023

Las oportunidades laborales en la educación superior han sido revisadas en áreas que van desde el acceso a la educación, hasta la inserción laboral. Asimismo, es asociada a otros factores, tales como sesgos de género, conflictos laborales, acceso a la educación, inclusión femenina, discriminación laboral, empleabilidad. Por ello, el objetivo fue analizar las oportunidades laborales y su impacto en la educación superior. Se realizó un estudio bibliográfico tomando como referentes a Scielo, Scopus y Dialnet, de Latinoamérica desde el 2016 hasta marzo del 2021, en torno a las problemáticas asociadas a las oportunidades laborales en la educación superior en distintos países. Se concluye que la discriminación laboral, acceso a la educación, inserción laboral, influyen en la asignación laboral de los universitarios al egresar de las instituciones educativas de nivel superior.
FEATURES AND PRINCIPLES OF LABOR PROTECTION SYSTEM FORMATION BASED ON INTERCOMPONENT RELATIONS
Authors:   All-Russian Scientific Research Institute of Labor, Moscow, Russia, Samarskaya N.A.
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study is to identify the mechanism and principles of functioning of labor protection as a system object, to determine the natural sequence of formation of its constituent elements, to study and analyze the forms of relations arising between the components of the system. To achieve the goal, the categorical-symbolic Wuxing pentagram method was used [1], with the help of which the relations between the components are established and classified, followed by the development of management decisions aimed at a more effective distribution of resources and the transition of the labor protection system to a higher level of development. The scientific novelty lies in obtaining new knowledge in order to develop a theory of labor protection as a controlled system object based on the identification and description of structural relations that arise between the elements of the object. As a result of the research, a model for managing the processes of formation, development, and transformation of labor protection in the conditions of the modern economy has been formed. It is concluded that the results obtained in the course of the study expand the scientific understanding of the processes and relations that arise in the labor protection system between its elements.
PROBLEMS AND RISKS OF AGENCY EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT IN THE RUSSIAN ECONOMY
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Institution “All-Russian Scientific Research Institute of Labor” of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Russia, Moscow, Russia, Zabelina O.V. , Sergeeva M.V. ,   Federal State Budgetary Institution “All-Russian Scientific Research Institute of Labor” of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Russia, Moscow, Russia
Published: June 2023

In accordance with Federal Law No. 116-FZ, starting from 2016, borrowed labor is prohibited in the Russian Federation. At the same time, such a phenomenon as agency employment is actively developing: the total volume of the Russian market for recruitment, provision of personnel, and outsourcing amounted to 281.3 billion rubles in 2020. At the same time, a number of studies indicate a possible link between agency work and informal employment, however, in the absence of statistical data, quantifying this relationship is not an easy task for Russia. In this regard, the purpose of the study is to determine the direction of the influence of the migration factor (international and interregional migration) and informal employment on agency employment. A new approach has been applied to the study of the phenomenon of agency employment in the Russian economy. Due to the limited data of the World Confederation of Labor and the fact of a positive correlation between the level of penetration of agency employment and the global competitiveness index, an attempt was made to empirically assess the impact of informal employment and migration processes on the scale of borrowed labor in Russia. To do this, based on data for 2007-2019, the authors built a multiple linear regression model, where the index of global competitiveness of Russia was used as a dependent variable. As a research result, it was found that interregional migration contributes to the growth of agency employment, while international migration, on the contrary, restrains it. As for the impact of informal employment, it is ambiguous and requires further study. The authors conclude that most of the risks of agency employment (borrowed labor) in the Russian economy are associated not so much with the phenomenon of borrowed labor itself, but rather with the problems of informal and/or shadow employment in general. The practical significance of the study lies in the fact that despite the known methodological limitations, the authors have developed, successfully tested, and recommended to experts a new effective approach to the study of agency employment (and borrowed labor) in Russia in the context of the lack of quantitative and/or qualitative data on this form of employment.
More than words: imperial discourse in Greek papyri
Authors: Jong Janneke de
Published: June 2023

This paper discusses how Roman imperial discourse is encountered in Greek papyri. The term “ discourse” covers several levels of meaning, ranging from a simple conversation to a set of programmatic or ideological statements. This latter sense is relevant for imperial selfpresentation : through images and words Roman emperors communicated their qualities, which served as an ideological basis for their power position, in order to be accepted as the right man for the job by different groups of subjects. How, then, are Roman emperors present in Greek papyri ? And how can Greek papyri be used for the study of imperial discourse ? In my paper, I will discuss how papyri reveal imperial power and its concomitant discourse in several ways. In certain types of documents, such as imperial letters, the emperor speaks directly. In others, the emperor is present merely as a point of reference, for instance in dating formulas. Nevertheless, even within these dating parts imperial ideology is reflected. All of these texts are instructive for the functioning of imperial discourse. On the one hand, these documents convey a concrete message, as they all were written for a practical reason. On the other hand, the use of certain elements or words could convey a deeper meaning to a text, by expressing concepts “ behind” the message itself. This paper aims to show how imperial discourse can be studied on several levels and how it can be studied for power relations within society and for legitimation of the imperial power position.
Assessment of Pediatric Kidney Transplant Experience and Exposure During Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship Training
Authors: Spiwak Elizabeth , Bartosh Sharon M. , Smith Jodi , Seifert Michael E. , Amaral Sandra , George Roshan P.
Published: June 2023

Key Points

There have been no published studies evaluating competency or perceived competency in kidney transplant–related knowledge and skills among graduates of pediatric nephrology fellowships.

There are also no uniform specific transplant requirements within the pediatric nephrology fellowship.

We aim to further understand this potential gap to rectify it in the future.

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The Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture Crop Basis Tool
Authors: Thompson Nathaniel , Mintert James , Hurt Christopher
Published: June 2023

The Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture Crop Basis Tool is an open-access web-based tool that provides members of the grain industry with access to weekly historical and contemporaneous corn and soybean basis data for local market regions in the eastern Corn Belt. Previously unavailable to most producers in the region, the information the Crop Basis Tool provides has the potential to greatly improve producers' marketing risk management decisions through improved basis forecasts. In addition, there are a myriad of opportunities for Extension personnel to incorporate the Crop Basis Tool in their marketing risk management education and outlook programming.
Dairy Cattle Handling Extension Programs: Training Workers and Cattle
Authors: Adams Amber , Kristula Michaela , Hain Meggan
Published: June 2023

Cattle handling Extension program educators often overlook the animal training component of efficient handling. The objectives of the study described in this article were to measure young dairy heifer behavioral responses toward handlers who received different types of training and to document whether repeated handling or time of day of handling affected heifer behavioral responses to handlers. Six handlers received training through a lecture, hands-on workshop, or video. An observer recorded heifer behavior during handling tests. The day and time of heifer training were most influential on heifer behavior, but heifer handling ease was improved when handlers had participated in the hands-on training.
Promoting Program Evaluation Fidelity When Data Collectors Lack Research Design and Implementation Expertise
Authors: Cooper Robert , VanderWey Scott , Wright Kevin
Published: June 2023

Within Extension, certain personnel, facilitators, and volunteers expected to conduct research in the form of program evaluation may have little or no training in effective research design and practices. This circumstance can lead to difficulties in the implementation of evaluation procedures, particularly with regard to program evaluation fidelity. In addition, a lack of familiarity with effective program evaluation and research methods may limit an individual's understanding of the importance of evaluation itself, as well as the importance of fidelity in conducting an evaluation. Effective planning of, training in, and monitoring of program evaluation procedures is essential for maintaining fidelity and ensuring accurate evaluation of program outcomes.
Influencing Water Consumption Through the Water Check Program
Authors: Muntz Helen , Kopp Kelly
Published: June 2023

Irrigation system evaluations, such as the Water Check program instigated by Utah State University Extension, promote water conservation in the landscape by equipping homeowners with the necessary information to maximize their irrigation systems' efficiencies. Retrospective evaluation indicated that the Water Check program positively affected participants' understanding of irrigation and system maintenance concepts and their water-saving behaviors. As well, 48% of participants reported that they had reduced their landscape water use after participating in the Water Check program. These findings suggest that an in-person, on-site irrigation education program provides worthwhile results for drought-prone regions.
Needs Assessment: Watershed Science for Water Resources Directors
Authors: Gilmore Troy , Korus Jesse , Pennisi Lisa , Martin Derrel , Pekarek Katie
Published: June 2023

We conducted a needs assessment to identify watershed science training needs for locally elected directors of Nebraska's 23 natural resources districts (NRDs). We interviewed NRD staff and surveyed NRD directors to determine training needs and identify relevant topics and preferred delivery formats. We found that training would be valuable; however, directors are busy, meaning that opportunities for training are limited. Additionally, we learned that directors rely on printed material and other NRD personnel for watershed science information. Therefore, web-based information may be most useful if designed for collaborative learning through hybrid delivery during regular NRD activities. Our findings are relevant to current and future regulatory systems reliant on locally elected boards.
Pennsylvania Agricultural Producers' Observations of Changing Environmental Conditions: Implications for Research and Extension
Authors: Thorn Kaila , Radhakrishna Rama , Tobin Daniel
Published: June 2023

To understand environmental conditions Pennsylvania agricultural producers had observed in the past and what their environmental concerns were for the future, we conducted a statewide survey. We used Spearman rank order correlations to show differences between past observations and future concerns regarding environmental conditions and found a disconnect between what respondents previously had observed and their anticipations for the future. Additionally, we used chi-square analysis to determine whether perspectives on environmental conditions were related to producer demographic characteristics. Two demographic variables were significant: generation of farmer and political affiliation. Our findings can assist Extension professionals in developing programs tailored to target audiences' environmental perceptions and demographics.
Using Geographic Information System Technology to Identify Environmental Education Field Sites
Authors: Morgan Whitney , Barlow Rebecca
Published: June 2023

Natural resources Extension educators use outdoor environmental education sites to increase public knowledge of environmental issues, but locating appropriate sites can be time-consuming. Geographic information system (GIS) software and geospatial data can help Extension professionals choose such sites more efficiently. We describe our use of GIS technology to select a natural resources field day site in Tuskegee National Forest in Alabama. We used site characteristics such as forest type, road access, and slope to narrow potential sites from 94 possibilities to the two best options. Sources of free and low-cost geospatial data also are discussed.
Participatory Research Engages Industry and Leads to Adoption of Methods That Challenge Long-Held Production Standards
Authors: Skinkis Patricia
Published: June 2023

A citizen science project engaged wine industry professionals in challenging the long-held belief that low yields are required for production of high-quality wine. Strategies emerged for the planning and implementation of projects involving industry members as citizen scientists. Keys to success included factors related to industry inclusion, planning, coordination, and communication. Direct industry involvement in the research project strengthened industry–university relationships and led to the adoption of new production practices that had been difficult to bring about prior to facilitation of industry members' firsthand experimentation.
Program Evaluation Challenges and Obstacles Faced by New Extension Agents: Implications for Capacity Building
Authors: Diaz John , Chaudhary Anil , Jayaratne K.S.U. , Warner Laura
Published: June 2023

In this era of accountability, Extension agents are expected to evaluate their programs for accountability. New Extension agents are not exempt from this expectation. If they lack evaluation capacity, this scenario can contribute to frustration and burnout. Therefore, it is paramount to explore new Extension agents' evaluation challenges and obstacles to find ways to help them build evaluation capacity. We used a modified Delphi study approach to identify and describe the most important challenges and obstacles faced by early-career Extension agents. The study panel demonstrated consensus on 26 program evaluation challenges and seven program evaluation obstacles. The findings may inform regional collaboration for evaluation competency building and promote meaningful discussions that move support beyond the status quo.
Poverty Simulations for Human Services Professionals: Impacts and Implications
Authors: Choi Jeong , Wang Dan , Jennings Euwanda , Vonderohe Ruth
Published: June 2023

We examined the program outcomes of a poverty simulation offered by Nebraska Extension. Using qualitative and quantitative data sets collected from 582 participants, we investigated their emotional, attitudinal, and learning outcomes. The overall findings suggest that poverty simulations can enable participants to empathize with people living in poverty, reduce their misconceptions about people living in poverty and about governmental support, and improve their awareness of financial hardship, economic difficulties, government programs, and community resources. We provide recommendations for poverty simulation implementation, such as more rigorous use of orientation, group discussion, and community resources.
Exploration of Dairy Calf Management Practices and Educational Needs in Vermont
Authors: Cosentino Mia , Smith Julia
Published: June 2023

Proper calf care is important on dairy farms as management practices affect animal well-being and productivity as well as farm profitability. This article highlights areas of calf management needing improvement according to the results of a mixed-mode survey intended to provide a snapshot of calf management practices in Vermont. Areas for which improvement is needed aligned with farmers' identification of topics of interest and included calving management, nutrition (particularly neonatal feeding practices), and biosecurity (including vaccination). Extension professionals can draw on information about practices needing improvement and topics of interest to farmers to better position themselves to provide outreach tailored to the real and perceived needs of their clients
Promising Practices for Leading Virtual Teams
Authors: Baughman Sarah
Published: June 2023

Extension professionals are increasingly participating in virtual work. Leading these new virtual teams presents challenges to building relationships within the teams, establishing trust, and communicating effectively. As the national project leader of the Military Families Learning Network, I share promising practices developed over 8 years of virtual work delivering online professional development for professionals who assist military families, including Extension professionals.
Using Online Panels to Inform Extension Programming
Authors: Kelly Miriah , Getchis Tessa , Concepcion Anoushka , Bovay John
Published: June 2023

Extension personnel are faced with measuring public stakeholder behavior, perceptions, and preferences so as to inform program development. At the same time, many are faced with a lack of the financial resources necessary for acquiring generalizable and statistically representative samples. To reconcile these challenges, our team purchased an online survey panel from Qualtrics. Throughout the process of gathering and analyzing data, our team gained insights that may be of interest to others considering the use of online survey panels to sample broad stakeholder populations. Additional findings related to survey design and implementation also provide guidance for those interested in using this sampling methodology.
Correlating Project Learning Tree to 4-H Life Skills: Connections and Implications
Authors: Bayer Rachel , Fischer Kathy
Published: June 2023

To determine how Extension educators can use environmental education materials to develop life skills in youths, we correlated a national environmental education curriculum developed by Project Learning Tree (PLT) to the 4-H Life Skills Wheel. Youth development professionals can use the resulting correlations to determine which life skills the various PLT activities help develop. The correlation results also provide insights regarding how PLT activities help develop head, heart, and hands skills.
Phellandrenes and Some Species from Them - A DFT Treatment
Authors: Türker Lemi
Published: June 2023

Phellandrenes are naturally occurring cyclic dienes belonging to cyclic monoterpene class and have many medicinal applications. In the present study, some resonance stabilized radicals from α- and β-phellandrene and also some closed shell structures from those radicals have been investigated within the constraints of density functional theory and basis set employed. For structure optimizations of the closed-shell and open-shell structures, B3LYP/6-311++G(d,p) and UB3LYP/6-311++G(d,p) level of theories have been adopted, respectively. All the systems considered have been found to be thermo chemically favorable and electronically stable. Various structural, quantum chemical and spectral properties of them have been obtained and discussed.