bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Endocrine Dysfunc-Tion Among Patients with Covid-19: A Experience from Tertiary Hospital in Bangladesh
Authors: Arafat Shohael Mahmud , Banu Hurjahan , Morshed Md Shahed , Sultana Nusrat , Saleh Ahmed Abu , Hasanat Muhammad Abul
Published: August 2023

Background: Endocrine systems are vulnerable to destruction and dysfunction by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Data regarding the follow-up status of hormones following the recovery are scarce in the literature. The aim of the study to evaluate hormone levels and statuses among noncritically ill patients with COVID-19 during and three months after acute infection.
Methods: This longitudinal study was done in a tertiary care hospital from September 2021 to February 2022 among 91 noncritical RT-PCR-confirmed COVID-19 patients. After taking relevant history and performing physical examinations, blood was drawn between 07:00 am to 09:00 am in a fasting state to measure serum TSH, FT4, total testosterone (TT), DHEAS, cortisol, and plasma ACTH during hospitalization and after three months. All the hormones were measured by chemiluminescent microparticle immune assay.
Results: During admission,19.8% of participants had adrenal insufficiency (<276 nmol/L) and 28.0% had different types of thyroid function abnormalities. Among 37 males, 8.1% had low TT and 29.7% had low DHEAS. Among 54 females, 27.8% had high TT and 7.4% had low and 3.7% had high DHEAS. Among 91, 8 died, 68 were lost to follow-up, and follow-up hormone levels were available for only 15 participants. The number of participants with adrenal insufficiency increased from 1 to 7. During admission, 7 patients had various types of thyroid function abnormalities which reduced to only three cases including two cases of primary hypothyroidism. While TT and DHEAS status deteriorated in males, increased hyperandrogenemia status was observed in females.
Conclusion: Adrenal insufficiency is common during shortterm follow-up periods even in noncritical cases of COVID-19 whereas most of the patients with thyroid function abnormalities recovered. A sex-specific opposite response was observed in androgen status.
J Medicine 2023; Vol. 34, No. 2(1) Supplement: 218
Naphthalene Poisoning in a Young Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficient Patient
Authors: Begum Afsana
Published: August 2023

Naphthalene poisoning is a rare form of toxicity that may occur after ingestion, inhalation, or dermal exposure to naphthalene-containing compounds. It is a volatile polycyclic hydrocarbon used as a household deodorizer and moth repellent.Ingestional naphthalene poisoning can leadto methaemo-globulinaemia and intravascular haemolysis with diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Associated G6PD deficiency may make it more complicated. A 20-year-old man presented with low-grade fever, lethargy and dark urine for 4 days.His vitals showed normal temperature, tachycardia with normal blood pressure and low oxygen saturation(76%) despite having high flow oxygen (15L/min).On repeated queries, he gave a history of ingesting a few naphthalene balls after a heated conversation with his friends. Laboratory workup showed features of haemolysis, methaemoglobinaemia, haemoglobinuria and low glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase level. The patient was treated conservatively with intravenous fluid, packed red blood cells transfusion, N acetylcysteine andascorbic acid with full recovery.
J Medicine 2023; Vol. 34, No. 2(1) Supplement: 218
Increased Carotid Intima-Media Thickness is a Cardiovascular Risk Marker in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Authors: Hossan Shamim , Banu Hurjahan , Morshed Md Shahed , Azad Salahuddin Al , Hasanat Muhammad Abul
Published: August 2023

Background: Carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) is an important cardiovascular (CV) risk marker that is not adequately evaluated in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).The aim of the study was to observe the association of CIMT with PCOS and its manifestations.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was done in the Department of Endocrinology, BSMMU which enrolled 40 newly diagnosed PCOS patients (18- 35 years) and an equal number of control.After collecting clinical data, fasting blood was drawn to measure glucose, lipid profiles, and hormones including insulin, and total testosterone using glucose oxidase, peroxidase, and chemiluminescent immunoassay respectively. Ultrasonography of pelvic organs was done in the early follicular phase. A B-mode ultrasound image of the common carotid artery using a 08 to 12 MHz high-resolution linear ultrasound probe was done by a single sonologist.
Results: CIMT was significantly higher in PCOS than in control [0.63 (0.60, 0.65) vs. 0.45 (0.41, 0.50), mm, median (IQR), <0.001]. PCOS participants had significantly higher mean CIMT compared to controls (p<0.001 for all) when they were categorized based on body mass index (BMIe”25 kg/m2), waist circumference (WCe”80 cm) and insulin resistance (IR by HOMAIRe” 2.6). Considering CIMT e”75th percentile of control, all patients with PCOS had a high CIMT. CIMT correlated with WC (r=0.337, p=0.039) and triglyceride (TG) (r=0.315, p=0.048) in PCOS.
Conclusion: Patients with PCOS had higher CIMT and has an association with BMI, WC, IR, and TG indicating at higher CV risks.
J Medicine 2023; Vol. 34, No. 2(1) Supplement: 221
A Rare Case of Meningoencephalo-Myelitis with a Tubercular Origin
Authors: Proma Sanghita Banik , Hasan Md Mehedi , Islam Naylla , Saha Arup Kumar , Amiruzzaman
Published: August 2023

Tuberculosis (TB) can affect any bodily system including the central nervous system (CNS). CNS involvement in Tb is fairly uncommon with poor prognosis due to its high mortality and morbidity. Though meningoencephalitis is a frequent presentation of TB, myelitis along with it is rare. Due to the lack of detailed information about meningoencephalo-myelitis, the risk factors and prognosis of these patients are not fully understood. We report such a rare instance of tuberculosis involving the brain, meninges and spinal cord. The patient was a 13-year-old female with the complaints of fever, both lower limb weakness and urinary retention. The diagnosis was made based on the patient’s medical history and physical examination which showed meningeal syndrome, spinal cord and cranial nerve involvement. The diagnosis was confirmed by the analysis of cerebrospinal fluid, magnetic resonance imaging of the brain and spinal cord, and biochemical evidence of tuberculous infection. The patient had a marked clinical improvement and complete neurologic recovery after anti-tubercular treatment and high doses of systemic corticosteroids. The purpose of presenting the case is to share the bizarre presentation of CNS tuberculosis, a diagnostic and therapeutic emergency. Early diagnosis and immediate management may help with the unfavorable prognosis and our report hopes to shed light on it.
J Medicine 2023; Vol. 34, No. 2(1) Supplement: 225
The Transition of the Boyongan Tradition Before the Wedding Procession in Central Java
Authors: Taufiqotuzzahro Azzah Nurin , Alawy Muhammad Syihabudin
Published: August 2023

This research investigates the Boyongan tradition's transition before marriage in Gagakan village, Blora Regency, where the bride stays at the groom's house before the consent of Kabul. This tradition is at odds with Islamic teachings due to the mixing of unrelated men and women in one place. Nevertheless, it continues to be practiced by the community. The study focuses on the historical context and current practices of the Boyongan tradition within the Gagakan village community, as well as the community's understanding of the Boyongan custom in pre-marriage settings. The qualitative research method involves direct interviews with various informants, including participants in the Boyongan tradition, elders, religious leaders, and residents of Gagakan village. Findings from the field data reveal that the Boyongan tradition is believed to safeguard the bride and groom's lives from malevolent forces in the afterlife. The Boyongan rule strictly applies only to the bride and groom, determined by the number of market days, the contract date, and the manner in which the woman enters the house. The practice of the Boyongan tradition has undergone notable transitions. While some members of Gagakan Village still adhere to the tradition, others have made adjustments to align with Islamic principles. These adaptations include limiting the duration of the stay, ensuring separate accommodations, and conducting a religious marriage beforehand. This research sheds light on the dynamics of cultural practices and their intersections with religious beliefs within the Gagakan village community. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the Boyongan tradition's historical roots and its contemporary adaptations, providing valuable insights for preserving cultural heritage while respecting religious norms in the context of evolving societal values.
Translating the Qur'an in Palembang Vernacular: An Aesthetic Reception Theory Perspective on Surat An-Naziat
Authors: Agus Effendi  , Niâ€™am Syamsun , Naim Ngainun , Al-Faruq Ahmad Tholut
Published: August 2023

This article presents an analysis of the translation of the Qur'an into Palembang Language, with a focus on Surat An-Naziat. This research uses the perspective of Aesthetic Reception Theory to understand how Palembang language readers translate and receive this sacred text aesthetically. Through a qualitative approach, the author explores readers' aesthetic responses to this translation, covering elements such as the beauty of the language, appropriateness of the cultural context, and compatibility of the meaning with the original. The results of this analysis reveal how the Palembang language translation of Surat An-Naziat created a unique aesthetic experience for its readers, combining the richness of Palembang's language and local wisdom with the religious message of the Qur'an. This research makes an important contribution to understanding the process of translating the Qur'Än into local languages and explores the aesthetic aspects that play a role in fostering a deeper understanding of sacred texts in Palembang society.
KH. Faqih Maskumambang's Thought Regarding the Prohibition of the Use of Kentongan as a Marker of Prayer Time: A Prophetic Hadith Perspective
Authors: Surur Aziz Miftahus , Roibin Roibin , Abidah Umi , Muttaqin Aris Anwaril , Nisaâ€™ Faridhotun
Published: August 2023

Research on the analysis of KH. Faqih Maskumambang's thoughts on the prohibition of using the Kentongan as a prayer time marker from the perspective of the prophet's hadith needs to be conducted. The aim is to describe the understanding of hadith in the classical and contemporary eras. Kentongan is a tool commonly used by some people as a sign of prayer. The use of this tool is a part of the characteristics of Islam in the archipelago. Along with the development of knowledge, traditions have drawn the attention of many circles. The main reason for criticism and refutation is because the use of these tools is considered an act of bid'ah and resembles non-Muslim worship. Even the founding figure of the NU and KH. Hasyim Asy'ari was among those who opposed traditions. In this study, the author used a descriptive-qualitative method with a contextual approach. The primary source used the book Sharh Hazzu al-Ru'us fi Radd al-Jasus 'an Tahrim al-Naqus by KH. Faqih Maskumambang. The result of this study is that, according to KH. Faqih Maskumambang, the hadith used as the basis for the prohibition of the use of the horn is not valid. In fact, another Hadith refutes Hadith, which is more valid. In explaining this, Kyai Faqih took explanations from the Qur'an and Hadith, which have similar topics of discussion. He also takes the opinions of scholars and the methods of fiqh and logic as reinforcements.
Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio and Serum Biomarkers : A Potential Tool for Prediction of Clinically Relevant Cerebral Vasospasm after Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Authors: Kula Osman , Günay Burak , Kayabaş Merve Yaren , Aktürk Yener , Kula Ezgi , Tütüncüler Banu , Süt Necdet , Solak Serdar
Published: August 2023

Objective : Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a condition characterized by bleeding in the subarachnoid space, often resulting from the rupture of a cerebral aneurysm. Delayed cerebral ischemia caused by vasospasm is a significant cause of mortality and morbidity in SAH patients, and inflammatory markers such as systemic inflammatory response index (SIRI), systemic inflammatory index (SII), neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), and derived NLR (dNLR) have shown potential in predicting clinical vasospasm and outcomes in SAH patients. This article aims to investigate the relationship between inflammatory markers and cerebral vasospasm after aneurysmatic SAH (aSAH) and evaluate the predictive value of various indices, including SIRI, SII, NLR, and dNLR, in predicting clinical vasospasm.Methods : A retrospective analysis was performed on a cohort of 96 patients who met the inclusion criteria out of a total of 139 patients admitted Trakya University Hospital with a confirmed diagnosis of aSAH between January 2013 and December 2021. Diagnostic procedures, neurological examinations, and laboratory tests were performed to assess the patients' condition. The Student’s t-test compared age variables, while the chi-square test compared categorical variables between the non-vasospasm (NVS) and vasospasm (VS) groups. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analyses were used to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of laboratory parameters, calculating the area under the ROC curve, cut-off values, sensitivity, and specificity. A significance level of p<0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results : The study included 96 patients divided into two groups : NVS and VS. Various laboratory parameters, such as NLR, SII, and dNLR, were measured daily for 15 days, and statistically significant differences were found in NLR on 7 days, with specific cut-off values identified for each day. SII showed a significant difference on day 9, while dNLR had significant differences on days 2, 4, and 9. Graphs depicting the values of these markers for each day are provided.Conclusion : Neuroinflammatory biomarkers, when used alongside radiology and scoring scales, can aid in predicting prognosis, determining severity and treatment decisions for aSAH, and further studies with larger patient groups are needed to gain more insights.
Critical appraisal of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: Implication of Janus-faced modernity
Authors: Kim Gi-Ae , Moon Joon Ho , Kim Won
Published: August 2023

The existing term non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has raised substantial concerns due to its inherent disadvantages of using exclusionary diagnostic criteria and the stigmatizing word ‘fatty.’ Three pan-national liver associations set out to explore a new nomenclature to replace both NAFLD and its suggested alternative, metabolic (dysfunction)-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). They surveyed if a change in nomenclature and/or definition is favored and which nomenclature best communicates disease characteristics and increases awareness. In lieu of NAFLD/MAFLD, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) has been chosen, and an umbrella term, steatotic liver disease (SLD), encompassing the whole spectrum of liver disease, has been proposed. It has been suggested that cardiometabolic risk factors should be considered when categorizing SLD patients. Furthermore, a new subcategory, MASLD with increased alcohol intake (MetALD), casts light on a neglected group of patients with moderate or more alcohol consumption. The importance of metabolic dysfunction was acknowledged in this new nomenclature, but the precise contribution of metabolic dysfunction and alcohol consumption to the development and progression of SLD remains unclear. Herein, we review hepatologists’ and endocrinologists’ perspectives on the new nomenclature, along with its possible impact on clinical practice. Although it is premature to predict the settlement of the new nomenclature, this review may help build more evidence for a soft landing of it in the future.
Perversions of Accountability? Mayors, Reelection, and Criminal Groups
Authors: Weller Adee
Published: August 2023

Examining the impact of mayoral reelection on the criminal-state relationships, I investigate how electoral dynamics influence collusion between politicians and illicit groups. Reelection may encourage accountability, yet also foster politician-criminal ties. Using a multi-period difference-in-differences design in Mexico, I find that reelection reduces violence against politicians due to decreased incentives for criminal intervention. Yet, amidst power struggles between criminal and political factions, violence against politicians can surge as power is restructured. Further, I employ a regression discontinuity design to examine the mechanisms of this theory, showing that reelection in crime-affected areas correlates with a reduction in homicides, likely from decreased inter-criminal rivalry. This research unveils the complexities of institutional changes in criminal-political dynamics, emphasizing tailored security approaches and highlighting the challenges voters face in holding elected officials accountable.
Coup-proofing strategies in counter-revolutionary regimes: Egypt since 2013
Authors: Mady Abdel-Fattah
Published: August 2023

This paper examines the strategies used by the Egyptian counter-revolutionary regime to maintain control over the armed forces and analyzes their impact on power dynamics and decision-making. The president employs a three-track strategy, focusing on preventing military coups, avoiding popular uprisings, and obstructing external support for regime change. While coup-proofing measures offer benefits in terms of ensuring the military's allegiance, the concessions granted to the military in return reinforced its autonomy. This autonomy may lead to military defection if circumstances change. The regime believes effective opposition mobilization will lead to street protests, causing the military to become the primary threat as it will not defend the regime against the people. Egypt's foreign policy aims to align its survival with regional and global powers' interests, with the military playing a crucial role. Tactics include compromising on economic reforms and offering lucrative military contracts to foreign corporations.
Neorealist Analysis of Security Dilemma in Cyberspace; A Quantitative Study
Authors: Arslan Ahmet Selçuk
Published: August 2023

Two crucial factors have urged IR scholars to account for state behavior in cyberspace: the increasing volume of cyber attacks and the rising scale of damage induced by these attacks. This has led to a series of initiatives appealing to the grand theories of IR to scrutinize state behavior in depth, particularly regarding the securitization and militarization of cyberspace. Following a similar pattern, this work intends to contribute to IR academia by presenting an analysis of state behavior in cyberspace by relying on quantitative methods. Two regression analyses, one using a linear algorithm and the other using a negative binomial algorithm, were conducted. The analyses indicate that as states build more cyber security capacity, they tend to engage in more disruptive actions against other states in cyberspace. Both regression models were subsequently trained using artificial neural networks (ANNs) for robustness check, which enhanced the results computed by the traditional models.
Fiction in CONTEST with History?

Faith, Resilience and the War on Terror in Aboulela’s The Kindness of Enemies
Authors: Awad Yousef
Published: August 2023

This paper examines Arab British novelist Leila Aboulela’s representation of the precarious position British Muslims occupy as a result of the introduction of Britain’s counter-terrorism strategy (CONTEST). In The Kindness of Enemies (2015), Aboulela valorizes the horrendous experiences that members of a British Muslim family with roots in the Caucasus undergo as a result of an unsubstantiated terrorist-linked investigation. When the police arrest Oz, his mother, Malak, launches a campaign to secure the freedom of her son. During these hard times, she draws on the legacy of her great grandfather, Imam Shamil who spearheaded a Sufi Jihadist movement in the Caucasus against the Russians in the 19th century, for inspiration and solace. By drawing on history, Aboulela exposes the falsity of contemporary radical Islamist groups and presents Imam Shamil’s movement as a bright example of a Jihadist movement that was never involved in terrorist acts. In addition, by depicting how Malak embraces her great grandfather’s Sufi principles of self-control and endurance, the novel highlights the role Sufism could play in curbing radicalization among young Muslims in a hostile and McCarthyist post-9/11 and 7/7 era..
Digitalization оf Geo-Economic Space:
Trends, Challenges аnd Prospects оf Growth
Authors: Anna Hlazova
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the article is to study the features of modern trends in the
digitization of the geo-economic space, as well as its challenges and prospects for
the growth of the economy in the conditions of modern changes.
The research methodology involved the use of general scientific methods
(analysis, synthesis, specification, classification) and specific economic methods
(systemic and structural studies, quantitative analysis).
The scientific novelty of the obtained results lies in the establishment of the
key trends of digitalization preserving the possibility of sustainable development
in the conditions of modern geo-economic shifts cased by russian aggression.
Conclusions. Digitization of the economy is a modern tool for the development
of new competitive advantages in the country geo-economic positioning. The
economic efficiency of digitalization lies in the balance between resource intensity
and capital intensity of the industry on the one hand, as well as productivity
(profitability) on the other hand and is characterized by an exponential decrease
in cost with a combination of available cloud services. As a result of the study,
the main trends in the development of digitization in the global dimension were
systematized: IT sector deepening (established on the basis of an analysis of the
dynamics of global expenditures on the IT sector and expenditures on powerful
data centers, as a result of which an additional increase in world GDP by 13 trillion
dollars is expected by 2030); the dominance of the service sector and the financial
sector in terms of the sectoral spread of digitalization in the world (established
on the basis of a comparative analysis by economic sector). Empirical analysis of
the structure of the spread of digitalization by the branches of the economy of
Ukraine revealed that it is characterized by a service direction in the form of
remote access digital services (predominantly state services, electronic payments,
retail trade, etc.). The promising areas of development of digitization in Ukraine
are determined: industrial infrastructure (in the form of automation and robotics
due to significant destruction due to Russia’s military attack), the financial sector
(especially the capital market and the banking sector due to low involvement and
isolation from the global financial market).
Key words: digitalization of the economy, geoeconomic space, world economy,
IT sector, e-commerce.
Creating Potential of a Telecommunication Enterprise
and its Efficiency of Use
Authors: Fedorenko Oleg
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the article consists in researching the theoretical foundations
and practical aspects of formation, diagnosis and efficiency of using the development
potential of the telecommunications enterprise «Kyivstar» PJSC and determining
the main directions of its improvement.
Research methodology. In the process of analysis, a number of scientific
research methods were used, in particular such general scientific methods as
analysis and synthesis, methods of deduction and induction, systematization and
abstraction, as well as specific scientific methods: economic and mathematical
analysis, dynamic and comparative analysis, methods of planning, forecasting and
modeling . The principles of formation of the potential of a telecommunications
enterprise, the role of PJSC «Kyivstar» in the domestic telecommunications market
are revealed, the methodology of analysis of the formation of the enterprise’s
potential and the efficiency of its use is given, and ways of its improvement are
proposed.
The scientific novelty of the conducted research consists in identifying and
systematizing the main indicators of the efficiency of the development of the
enterprise’s potential, which made it possible to evaluate the enterprise at the time
of the analysis and to propose ways to increase the efficiency of the use of the
potential, and therefore, the activity of PrJSC «Kyivstar» in general.
Conclusions. “Kyivstar” PJSC is characterized by: fairly stable level of economic
condition, property potential, financial stability and liquidity, high level of business
activity and profitability indicators. The company needs to constantly diagnose the
current situation and find niches to ensure the development of the company in the
highly competitive market of telecommunications services. On the basis of the
conducted research, it is proposed to develop the potential of Kyivstar Public
Enterprise in certain directions, which will make it possible to achieve an increase
in the volume of implementation of mobile communication services by the enterprise,
accordingly to improve the financial results of the company’s activities, to increase
indicators.
Key words: telecommunication enterprises, formation of potential, structure of
the potential of a telecommunication enterprise, evaluation indicators, ways of
improvement.
Features of the Development of the Public
Administration System in Ukraine
Authors: Oleksii Obolenskyi , Larysa Hromozdova , Маriya Markina , Andrii Rvach , Kristina Yurchenko
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the study is to consider and analyze the trends in the development
of public administration in Ukraine under the conditions of modern globalization
challenges and transformational processes.
Research methodology is based on the use of methods of analysis and synthesis,
the method of observation, methods of induction and deduction, methods of
comparison and analogy, graphic, logical methods. The methodological basis of the
study was the methods of analysis, synthesis and observation, which provided an
opportunity to actualize the main problems of the development of the public
administration system today.
The scientific novelty of the obtained results lies in the substantiated main
directions of changes and transformational processes of the domestic system of public
administration under the influence of civilizational changes and globalization
challenges. The article analyzes modern trends in the development of public
administration in Ukraine. The following trends in public administration are singled
out and analyzed: step-by-step improvement of the model of public administration;formation of effective organization and activities of executive authorities at
various levels; reforming local self-government and creating self-sufficient territorial
communities; the process of redistribution and demarcation of competencies and
powers of public authorities;reforming the territorial organization of power based on
the principles of economic expediency and social necessity;reforming and modernization
of civil service and service in local self-government bodies, etc.Further ways of
improving the system of public administration in Ukraine are proposed.
Conclusions. Further ways of improving the system of public administration
in Ukraine should be based on the step-by-step process of completing administrative
and administrative-territorial reforms, introducing electronic governance into the
activities of public administration bodies, further completing the constitutional
reform in terms of decentralization of power, which involves the transfer of real
powers to local self-government bodies, reformpublic administration systems based
on comprehensive consideration of the experience of functioning of public
administration systems in foreign countries
Key words: public administration, public power, democratization of power,
development trends, transformational processes.
New Public Management in the Public Administration System
Authors: Yuliia Yarova
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the article is to study the concept of new management, clarify
the essence, goals and tasks of new public management as an approach to organizing
the activities of power institutions.
The methodology base of the research involves the use of methods of analysis,
synthesis, comparison, generalization and forecasting. The traditional model of
public administration has undergone serious changes and has actually been replaced
by a new model of public administration. This change is a change characterized by
a transition from administration to management and from bureaucracy to the
market. This transformation was the result of economic pressures resulting from
the ongoing financial crisis, which was associated with the rise of conservative
political parties in Western democracies. The development of democracy raises the
level of requirements for the quality of public administration. Modern societies
strengthen control over the activities of state organizations, demanding both
economic efficiency and effectiveness of activities, but also the provision of clientoriented results of activities (social values). Modern processes of democratization
of Ukrainian society and reform of the system of public administration of Ukraine
include not only the use of new management technologies, but also the introduction
of innovative and effective management models. Such models of public management
as «new public management», «governance» and «good governance» have been
successfully tested by many developed countries of the world, the essence of these
models is the gradual transition from executive-administrative forms of management
to governance focused on satisfying needs and interests customers. Analysis of the
concept of new public management, its goals, principles and characteristics shows
that its elements are based on existing theoretical developments and have already
been applied in one form or another in world practice. At the same time, due to
the wide application of market mechanisms, the new public management is a
different view of public management.
The scientific novelty consists in the study of the essence of the traditional
model of public administration. The main characteristics of New Public Management
are presented.
Conclusions. New public management arises as a result of the application of
an economic approach to the analysis of the activity of the public administration
system. The introduction of new mechanisms of New Public Management in public
administration has led to serious changes in procedures, processes, chains and
network relations between organizations and within organized government bodies.
Key words: public administration, public administration, public management,
New Public Management, modern management.
The Іmportance of Management and Marketing
in the Context of Modern Business Communications
Authors: Svitlana Panchenko , Svitlana Litovka-Demenina , Nataliia Lytvyn
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the article is to consider topical issues in the field of marketing and management in the context of modern business communications. Due to
the current crisis phenomena, challenges and threats, the life of organizations is
also changing for the worse. Therefore, the analysis of scientific literature in the
field of management, marketing and business communications will be able to raise
a certain interest in how to act in crisis situations through crisis management and
business communications in times of crisis.
The research methodology includes: methods of analysis, synthesis, comparison,
generalization and forecasting.
The scientific novelty – is to adapt the approaches of scientific management
and marketing to modern realities in the field of business communications. The
authors also used historical, systemic and informational approaches.
Conclusions. The study found that scientific management and marketing, their
application in practice, and scientific recommendations are quite effective in modern realities, but need to be adapted to modern business communications, since
many negative phenomena of our time have caused transformations in this area
and continue to affect this market segment. Therefore, this topic needs to be continued in the area of crisis management and its focus on the current problems of
organizations.
Key words: management, marketing, business communication, modern challenges,
crisis management.
Local Self-Government as the Factor
of Restoration of the Ukrainian Economy
Authors: Redzyuk Yevhen
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the article is to identify the leading factors for the recovery
of the Ukrainian economy, using the resources of local government.
Research methodology includes: historical, system-structural and comparative
studies (to understand the successful experience of developing economically selfsufficient local self-government); monographic analysis (when studying the leading
socio-economic factors in the formation of effective local and territorial communities); statistical and economic analysis (when assessing the potential of local communities in the economic processes of the country).
Scientific novelty. It has been revealed that in the modern world the formation
of economically self-sufficient local communities is an extremely complex and longterm process, which depends not only on the local community, local government,
but also on the balanced policy of the central authorities. Unlike most countries
in the world, Ukraine has gone through a difficult path of reforms to form effective, economically self-sufficient territorial communities. It is proved that a number of laws, legislative initiatives and regulations in Ukraine significantly oppress
local self-government; and it is also noted that political structures and parties in
Ukraine, working in local governments, do not always contribute to the development of territorial communities. It is proposed to carry out appropriate comprehensive reforms: 1) to strengthen the transparency, responsibility and institutional capacity of state authorities and local self-government in their accountability to society; 2) intensify the reform of judicial, law enforcement and regulatory
bodies of state power, local self-government, carry out maximum digitalization,
introduce a system of efficiency and reduce discretion; 3) to carry out real deoligarchization and bring big business to the values of social responsibility in Ukrainian society; 4) to form measures to transfer the economy and society to greater
innovation and creative values; 5) launch infrastructure reform; 6) reform social
and family values.
Conclusions. The communities that received resources and great powers basically did not realize their economic potential. The asymmetry of the economic
development of the regions of Ukraine over the past 9-10 years has only intensified. The reason is a significant number of laws and regulations that are contrary
to the interests or do not allow to reveal the potential of local communities. Such
problems can be resolved at the legislative level, taking into account the needs of
local communities. In addition, opacity, corruption, and inconsistency in the actions of local and state authorities are often manifested; therefore, the author’s
proposals for reform (6 points) are the key to the formation of economically successful and self-sufficient communities.
Key words: local communities, local self-government, local self-government economy,
regional economy, organization of local self-government in the global economy.
Schwannoma gigante de pelvis
Authors: Montes Lainez Héctor , Panchana Eguez Guido , Albuja Kevin , Vega Pamela
Published: August 2023

Introducción: Los Schwannomas son tumores derivados de las células de Schwann que se pueden presentar en cualquier lugar de la economía corporal, siendo poco usual su localización en la pelvis (1 a 3 %). Con presentación tórpida y sintomatología variada en relación con el sitio que ocupan. Su tratamiento se basa en la resección quirúrgica.

Caso clínico: Presentamos el caso de un hombre joven de 21 años presentando dolor pélvico  por 4 meses.

Taller diagnóstico: en imágenes se evidencia una masa que ocupa toda la pelvis, esta es extirpada y revela como diagnóstico histopatológico. Neoplasia mesénquimal compatible con schwannoma.

Conclusión: En conclusión, estos tumores son raros, y la localización pélvica es muy poco frecuente, su extirpación se vuelve curativa y debe realizarse de manera oportuna.
ПИСЬМА К ПРОТОИЕРЕЮ МИХАИЛУ ТРУХАНОВУ. ЧАСТЬ 3: ПИСЬМА СВЯЩЕННИКА ВАСИЛИЯ КОРНЕЕВИЧА МИСЕЧКО
Authors: Шляхтина Наталья Валерьевна
Published: August 2023

Аннотация. Продолжается публикация писем из архива протоиерея Михаила Труханова, адресованных ему и его жене Вере Александровне Леонидовой. Протоиереев Михаила и Василия связывали годы лагерной жизни и дружеские отношения после освобождения. Переписка, включающая в себя письма 1950-х–1960-х годов, показательна тем, что была «семейной». С о. Михаилом и Верой Александровной общались не только о. Василий, но и все старшие члены его семьи. Затрагивались повседневные темы, в основном касающиеся здоровья, успехов детей и новостей приходской жизни, но в отдельных случаях мы становимся свидетелями обсуждения вопросов общего, мировоззренческого характера. Письма передают атмосферу повседневной жизни «обычного священника» советского времени, ревностного в служении, много внимания уделяющего воспитанию детей, проходящего нелегкий путь «советского человека».
Abstract. The publication of letters from the archives of Archpriest Mikhail Trukhanov addressed to him and his wife Vera Alexandrovna Leonidova continues. Archpriests Mikhail and Vasily were connected by years of camp life and friendly relations after their release. The correspondence, which includes letters from the 1950s–1960s, is indicative of being «family». Not only father Vasily, but also all the older members of his family communicated with father Mikhail and Vera Alexandrovna. Everyday topics were touched upon, mainly related to health, achievements of children and news of parish life, but in some cases we become witnesses to the discussion of issues of a general, ideological nature. The letters convey the atmosphere of the everyday life of an «ordinary priest» of the Soviet era, zealous in service, paying much attention to raising children, going through the difficult path of a «Soviet person».
ИГУМЕН ТИХОН (ЦИПЛЯКОВСКИЙ) КАК ЛЕТОПИСЕЦ ВЫШЕНСКОЙ ПУСТЫНИ
Authors: Каширина Варвара Викторовна
Published: August 2023

Аннотация. Игумен Тихон (Ципляковский, 1839–1896), современник святителя Феофана Затворника, автор церковно-исторических, гомилетических и аскетических сочинений. Описание Вышенской пустыни, опубликованное в 1881 г., имеет устойчивую структуру, характерную для исторических описаний монастырей и восходящую к труду митрополита Амвросия (Орнатского) «История русской иерархии». Однако в труде игумена Тихона отсутствует четкое деление на исторические периоды, недостаточно источниковедческой базы, отмечается непропорциональность некоторых разделов. Неоспоримые достоинства сочинения – рассказ о подвижниках и святынях обители, подробное описание чиноположения, внутренней духовной жизни Вышенской пустыни в середине XIX в., когда там проживал на покое святитель Феофан Затворник. Сочинение игумена Тихона – это памятник иноческого литературного творчества и важное историческое свидетельство о жизни Вышенской пустыни.
Abstract. Hegumen Tikhon (Tsiplyakovsky, 1839–1896), contemporary of St. Theophan the Recluse, author of ecclesiastical-historical, homiletic and ascetic writings. The description of the Vyshenskaya Desert, published in 1881, has a stable structure characteristic of historical descriptions of monasteries and goes back to the work of Metropolitan Ambrose (Ornatsky) «History of the Russian Hierarchy». However, in the work of Abbot Tikhon there is no clear division into historical periods, there is not enough source base, the disproportionality of some sections is noted. The indisputable merits of the work are the description of the ascets and shrines of the monastery, a detailed description of the ordination, the inner spiritual life of the Vyshenskaya Desert in the middle of the XIX century, when St. Theophan the Recluse lived there in retirement. The work of Abbot Tikhon is a monument of monastic literary creativity and an important historical evidence of the life of the Vyshenskaya Desert.
ВОСПОМИНАНИЯ О СОВМЕСТНОЙ РАБОТЕ С М. М. ГРОМЫКО
Authors: Буганов Александр Викторович
Published: August 2023

Аннотация. Автор вспоминает о сотрудничестве с яркой личностью и талантливым ученым М. М. Громыко, создавшей прекрасные научные труды и новое направление в изучении русской народной культуры.
Abstract. The author recalls his collaboration with a bright personality and talented scientist M. M. Gromyko, who created excellent scientific works and a new direction in the study of Russian folk culture.
ANA DİLİ KONUŞURU OLMAYAN ÖĞRETMEN GÖRÜŞÜNE GÖRE KÜLTÜREL UNSURLARIN YABANCI DİL OLARAK TÜRKÇE ÖĞRENİMİNE ETKİSİ
Authors: Arslan Mustafa , Alipbayeva Dinara
Published: August 2023

Yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretimi, dil öğrenimi ve kültürel etkileşimi içeren karmaşık bir süreçtir. Bu bağlamda ana dili Türkçe olmayan öğretmenlerin deneyimleri ve görüşleri, yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretimine etkisi sosyolojik açıdan incelenmesi gereken bir sorun durumudur ve öğrencilerin dil becerilerinin gelişimini etkileyebilecek önemli bir rol oynamaktadır. Günümüzde dil öğretimi, sadece dilbilgisi ve kelime dağarcığına odaklanan bir yaklaşımdan daha fazlasını gerektirmektedir. Sosyal ve kültürel unsurların dil öğrenim sürecine etkisi giderek daha önemli hale gelmektedir. Bu çalışma, ana dili konuşuru olmayan öğretmenlerin gözünden yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretimine yönelik sosyolojik unsurların etkisini incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Araştırma, nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden biri olan yarı yapılandırılmış görüşmelerle gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışmaya Kazakistan, Kırgızistan, Irak, Tanzanya, Kenya ve Bosna Hersek'te çalışan 8 Kazak, 6 Kırgız, 2 Özbek, 3 Azeri, 1 Türkmen, 2 Tacik, 1 Kürt ve 3 Boşnak toplam 26 öğretmen katılmıştır. Ana dili Türkçe olmayan öğretmenlerin katılımıyla gerçekleştirilen görüşmelerde, dil öğretimine yönelik sosyolojik unsurlara ilişkin algıları ve deneyimleri incelenmiştir. Elde edilen bulgular, ana dili Türkçe olmayan öğretmenlerin, dil öğretiminde sosyolojik unsurların önemine dair farkındalık düzeyinin yüksek olduğunu göstermiştir. Sonuç olarak, ana dili konuşuru olmayan öğretmenlerin sosyolojik unsurların yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretimine etkisi önemlidir ve olumlu yönde değerlendirilmektedir. Bu unsurlar, öğrencilerin dil öğrenme süreçlerini etkileyerek dil ve kültür arasında güçlü bir bağ kurulmasını sağlamaktadır.
The Effect of Yoga on Organizational Happiness of Female Employees of Islamic Azad University, Tehran Medical Sciences Branch
Authors: Amouzadeh Yalda , Ashraf Ganjoui Faride , Haji Anzhaee Sarah
Published: August 2023

Background & Aims: The present study was carried out to assess the effect of yoga on organizational happiness in female employees of the Tehran Islamic Azad University-Tehran Medical Sciences. Materials and Methods: This randomized study was conducted in Tehran on 40 female employees in 2019. The volunteers were randomly assigned to two control and exercise groups. The exercise group (20 people) performed two sessions of yoga exercises every week for 12 weeks. The control group (20 people) only performed daily activities. After 12 weeks of training, the data was collected in both groups using the Hills and Argyle Standard Happiness Questionnaire (2002), which included 25 questions and 5 components. A group of expert faculty members confirmed the face and content validity of the instrument. Also, reliability was reported as 0.73 through Cronbach›s alpha test. Data were analyzed using independent t-tests and paired-sample t tests. Results: Findings demonstrated that yoga had significant effects on the organizational happiness of female employees of the Tehran Azad University of Medical Sciences (P<0.001). Conclusion: Considering the findings, it can be concluded that yoga can promote the physical health and happiness of female personnel.
The Effects of Collaboration Culture on Knowledge Creation: A Study in Hospitals Affiliated to Qom University of Medical Sciences
Authors: Rahbar Shahrokh , Omidi Oskouei Alireza , Rahbar Ahmad
Published: August 2023

Background & Aims: Organizational culture and knowledge management affect all aspects of an organization. Thus, in this study, we aimed to investigate the impact of the components of Collaboration culture on knowledge creation in hospitals affiliated with Qom University of Medical Sciences in 2017. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional-analytical research was conducted on 570 employees of the hospitals affiliated with Qom University of Medical Sciences. The research tool was a researcher-made questionnaire with a five-point Likert scale. The validity of the questionnaire was confirmed through content validity and convergent validity, and its reliability was assessed by Cronbach’s alpha method and composite reliability. The data were analyzed using SPSS 20 and Lisrel 8.8 software employing exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and structural equation modeling. Results: The means and standard deviations of Collaboration culture and knowledge creation were 3.071±1.301 and 3.28±1.11, respectively; their Cronbach’s alpha coefficients were 0.972 and 0.944; their composite reliability indices were obtained as 0.782 and 0.847, and the convergent validities of these domains were as 0.810 and 0.852, respectively. Exploratory factor analysis classified the constructs into the two sections of learning culture and knowledge creation, which were confirmed by fit indices. Conclusion: The results showed that the Collaboration culture component has a positive and meaningful relationship with the knowledge creation component. Therefore, hospital managers should notice the benefits of providing the necessary infrastructure for the implementation of knowledge management and holding workshops for employees to educate them on the fundamentals of cooperation culture and knowledge creation.