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MANAGEMENT OF COMMERCIALIZATION STRATEGIES OF INTELLECTUAL TECHNOLOGIES
Authors:   National Technical University ", Maslak Mariya ,   Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute", Kobielieva Anna ,   National Technical University "Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute", Pererva Petro ,   National Technical University "Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute"
Published: October 2023

The article examines the theoretical and methodological foundations of the formation and use of strategies for the commercialization of intellectual technologies. For practical use, six basic strategies are proposed, which have found the most widespread use in the practice of introducing the results of innovative activities of industrial enterprises into economic circulation. The scientific and methodological essence of each of the proposed commercialization strategies was considered, and a block diagram of their use in practical activity was formed. It has been proven that the actual use of the technology implies that the new technology or its elements will become a production resource at the developing enterprise. The sale of property rights involves the implementation of all stages of the commercialization process by another company that is sufficiently knowledgeable in this field. Licensing of ownership rights is characterized as granting permission to a third party to exercise ownership rights with due consideration. The commercialization strategy of a strategic alliance involves the presence of at least two companies that conduct joint research and development work. A joint venture is created for the purpose of combining the assets of enterprises. Special attention is paid to consideration of the strategy of commercialization of intellectual technologies using selected enterprises in the form of spin-off or spin-out (spin-off / spin-out), which requires a separate discussion due to differences in definitions. It is well-founded that spin-off enterprises are offspring enterprises that are separated from the parent enterprise for the purpose of independent development, development and introduction to the market of a new product or technology. In the spin-out strategy, the presence of a separate enterprise is not mandatory. The scientist agrees with the university on the terms of granting him, as a natural person, a license to use this property right, which he then, having concluded a license agreement with the university, provides in material form to the target allocated enterprise.
WAYS OF INCREASING THE ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF THE INTENSIFICATION OF PRODUCTION OF CROP PRODUCTS IN THE POST-WAR TIME
Authors:   National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine, Vakulenko Vitalii
Published: October 2023

The purpose of the research is to conduct a detailed scientific and practical substantiation of the ways to increase the economic efficiency of the intensification of the production of plant products in the post-war period. The research used general scientific (generalization, comparison, induction and deduction) and empirical-theoretical methods (analysis, synthesis). The use of system-structural and statistical analysis made it possible to distinguish the main statistical data of crop production. It was established that almost a quarter of the industry was lost in agriculture, and direct losses as a result of the 9-month war reached 6.6 billion US dollars, and indirect losses - 34.5 billion US dollars. It was established that at the end of 2021, there was an increase in production in agriculture (the index of agricultural products increased by 14.4% compared to "minus" 10.1% in 2020) due to significant growth in crop production. It was found that in order to intensify the production of plant products, it is necessary to increase the production of agricultural crops due to the use of more arable land or to increase production on existing arable land by increasing the yield or intensity of crops by improving management methods and genetics. It has been established that the priority tasks in the agricultural sector are to bring the track width and rail cars of Ukraine into compliance with EU standards; increasing the capacity of grain bunkers in Ukraine according to the EU standard; providing Ukrainian farmers with seed, fertilizers, fuel, generators and agricultural machinery; formation of safe working conditions (demining of cultivated areas); maximum sowing of agricultural crops in safe regions of the country; the use of innovative technologies in the production and storage of agricultural crops. The results of the research can be used in the process of studying the scientific field "Agrarian Sciences". The results can be aimed at increasing the economic efficiency of the intensification of the production of crop production in the post-war period.
WORLD AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY IN THE CONDITIONS OF TRANSPORT ELECTRIFICATION: CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT AND A NEW PRODUCTION CENTER FORMATION
Authors:   Educational and Scientific Institute of International Relations Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Zara Andrei
Published: October 2023

The global automotive industry at the present stage of the post-industrial world has a great influence on the processes of society's social and economic progress, actively and constantly contributing to the development of related industries that provide the entire chain of car manufacturing. This sector is a good example of economic research into aspects of the functioning of multinational enterprises as the main engines of innovation and marketing activities in the international economy. That is why the development and technological movement of processes within the automotive industry always reflects global processes. The leading trend of modern progress in multinational automotive production is the electrification of all modes of transport and the promotion of a new consumer transport culture, which is based on an ecological mode of transportation, reducing price and infrastructure dependence on fossil resources, as well as developing a new service concept of minimum regular maintenance. The purpose of this study is to determine the main aspects of electric traction concept development as a separate line of automotive construction in comparison with the classical culture of cars with internal combustion engines, as well as the factors of a new centre of automotive production - the People's Republic of China, which is being formed at the current stage thanks to electric passenger and commercial vehicles production and sales. The methodological basis of this study is retrospective and statistical analysis, with the help of which the author demonstrated the orientation of automotive production towards the electrification of transport, including in a geographical context. The study showed that electric traction is not a new concept for automotive design, which would be the property of the modern century. This type of car was developed long before the mass production of internal combustion engines, however, the technological level of production and the change in consumer sentiment promptly updated this type of energy at the current stage of development. In addition, China has proved to be the readiest for new production challenges and, together with favourable government policies, has acquired the position of a world centre for the production of electric cars. Given this trend, automotive players can take into account the specifics of the marketing environment in the near future, which will be determined by the shift away from fossil resources, corporate interaction with Chinese partners and the corresponding redistribution of cash flows in the context of the prospects of electric traction as the main, rather than alternative, fuel for transport.
ASSESSMENT OF THE POTENTIAL OF BIOGAS PRODUCTION BY PERSONAL PEASANT FARMS
Authors:   Vinnytsia National Agrarian University, Lutkovska Svitlana , Zelenchuk Nataliia ,   Vinnytsia National Agrarian University
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to assess the potential of biogas production by individual peasant farms. The relevance of the study lies in the need to assess the potential of biogas production by individual peasant farms from the waste products of animal husbandry and crop production. A set of general scientific and special methods was used in the research process: economic analysis; analysis and synthesis; graphic; deductive; inductive. It was established that biomass is a powerful source of available renewable energy, which makes its use in Ukraine extremely promising. The obtained results represent an informational basis for the development of waste processing of personal peasant farms into biogas and digestate. An analysis of the dynamics of waste generation of animal husbandry products in personal peasant farms was carried out. It was established that the main raw material for biogas production should be considered livestock waste, and the most productive raw material is bird droppings. The expediency of processing household waste into biogas has been proven. The need for development and improvement of biogas production technologies using raw materials from personal peasant farms was established, which should become a strategic priority of the post-war reconstruction of the state. It has been proven that the use of the existing potential will make it possible to produce more than 4.2 billion m3 of biomethane for the self-sufficiency of personal peasant farms with hot water supply and organic fertilizer (digestate) for fertilizing homestead plots. In order to popularize this type of production among the population, it is advisable to direct subsidies from the state budget to the purchase of appropriate equipment by individual peasant farms. It was established that the main restraining factor for the development of biogas production in private peasant farms is primarily the high cost of the relevant installations and related equipment (storage containers). When implementing programs of state subsidies for interested households, it is possible to achieve a solution to their energy independence issues in the short term.
THE ROLE OF CONTENT MARKETING WITHIN INBOUND MARKETING
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute», Dergachova Viktoriia , Grygorova Zoia ,   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute»
Published: October 2023

This article explores the shift from outbound marketing to inbound marketing, with a specific focus on the concept of content marketing. Outbound marketing, characterized by mass advertising, lacked selectivity in targeting recipients. Its drawbacks included high costs and low effectiveness, as it targeted a broad audience that might not be interested in the company's products. This approach was one-sided, lacked customer communication, and focused on product features and persuasive arguments for purchasing. In 2005, the concept of inbound marketing was introduced, emphasizing the attraction of potential customers through valuable content that encourages them to engage with the company and increases the likelihood of conversion. The term "content marketing" combines "content," referring to the material or information contained on a specific resource, and "marketing," which involves managing the market to provide consumer value and satisfy their needs. The authors argue that the customer's needs should be the primary focus of content marketing, as the content should provide independent value to them. However, businesses have their own goals, and content marketing should align with these objectives to be implemented effectively. There are three approaches to defining "content marketing": as a part or synonym of inbound marketing, as inbound marketing being a part of content marketing, or as a standalone phenomenon. Most publications equate these two approaches, considering content marketing an integral part of inbound marketing. English-speaking authors often perceive content marketing as a means of attracting the right qualified potential clients by creating and distributing relevant, valuable content. In contrast, inbound marketing is seen as a broader approach involving precise tools such as programming, analytics, marketing automation, and a wider range of methods to encourage visitors to take specific actions. This article also highlights the differences in the objectives and content of inbound marketing and content marketing. While inbound marketing aims to convert users into buyers, content marketing focuses on transforming them into potential consumers. Furthermore, the scope of inbound marketing is broader compared to content marketing.
PREREQUISITES OF INNOVATIVE MANAGEMENT OF FOREIGN ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES OF INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute», Dunska Alla , Pinchuk Oleksandr ,   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute»
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the prerequisites for the introduction of innovative management approaches for the foreign economic activity of industrial enterprises, taking into account the aggravation of the situation in the foreign economic processes of Ukraine due to military aggression, which fundamentally changed the economic space of the functioning of domestic enterprises. The authors stated that under the conditions of martial law, the management of foreign economic activities of enterprises requires special attention in the context of ensuring competitive exports and realization of opportunities for stable cooperation with international partners. The article defines the prerequisites that will form the foundation for the effective restoration of foreign economic activity of industrial enterprises using innovative approaches. The authors include the following as key prerequisites for innovative management of the foreign economic activity of industrial enterprises: a deep understanding of the current state of the world economy and trade trends, the ability of the enterprise to adapt to changes in foreign markets, the development of its own innovative capacities, the establishment of an effective system of communication and cooperation with all interested parties, including state bodies, business partners, customers and other structures. Particular attention in the article is devoted to highlighting the prerequisites for the implementation of innovative management of foreign economic activities of industrial enterprises, which include the development of innovative culture in the organization, analysis and forecasting of foreign markets, innovative technologies and processes, knowledge management and training, partnership and cooperation networks. The systematization of the prerequisites for the implementation of innovative management of foreign economic activity enabled the authors of the article to form a number of promising directions for updating the management systems of foreign economic activity of enterprises of the Ukrainian machine-building industry during the war and post-war period. Considered in the article, the prerequisites of innovative management of foreign economic activity of industrial enterprises provide an opportunity to determine further directions of transformation of foreign economic activity management systems with the necessary further detailing of innovative management methods.
SUPPLY CHAIN 4.0 CONCEPT: THE ESSENCE AND PRACTICE OF APPLICATION IN LOGISTICS COMPANIES
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute», Pichugina Maryna , Feoktistova Nataliia ,   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute»
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to study the essence and practice of applying the Supply Chain 4.0 concept at logistics enterprises. The relevance of the research topic is that the issue of digital technologies in supply chains requires in-depth analysis, research and improvement. The research methodology used in this article is a combination of general and special scientific methods: statistical analysis - for grouping and diagnosing data for the study of dynamic trends, graphic method - for visual perception of research results, systematic approach - for systematization of developed studies and substantiating the feasibility of application . concepts of Supply Chain 4.0 at logistics enterprises. The growing role and importance of the digital supply chain in the practices of leading companies to meet customer needs and create value is substantiated. Today, digital technologies have been proven to provide intelligent management of the supply chain, transforming it from a linear model to a model in which information flows from one centralized, multi-directional source. The key elements of Supply Chain 4.0 are considered and its main advantages and disadvantages in practice are characterized. The results of the study of the influence of the digital supply chain on the activities of logistics enterprises at the expense of minimal costs and time are characterized. The main disruptive forces affecting the current supply chain model are considered, among which the following stand out: innovative digital technologies, business ecosystems, the global nature of work, fluctuations in demand and supply. The experience of the world's logistics companies (DHL, Nippon, Express, Maersk) regarding the use of the digital supply chain in practice is highlighted. The results of the implementation of the digital supply chain at logistics enterprises are characterized by the following indicators: the number of perfect orders increases by 40%, customer satisfaction increases by 30%, inventory turnover increases by 10-40% with minimal time and costs.
INNOVATIVENESS OF MANAGEMENT MEASURES AND MARKETING TOOLS OF THE GREEN ECONOMY IN THE DIGITALIZED KNOWLEDGE SOCIETY
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute», Kofanov Oleksii , Pysarenko Nataliia ,   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute», Kofanova Olena ,   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute»
Published: October 2023

Risks and challenges associated with the development of Industry 4.0 lead to the transition to the principles of a green economy (circular economy), while the rapid digitalization of society, growing demand for valuable natural resources, especially – for different types of energy, and the threat of global climate changes necessitate the implementation of eco-consciousness and effective green marketing tools in business management. The purpose of the study is to analyze the green economy, marketing, and eco-management measures & tools in terms of their innovativeness and in the context of the rapid development of the modern digitalized society – the knowledge society. The practical significance of the paper lies in the fact that trends in global CO2 concentrations and average global temperatures were predicted with the ISAM model (ISAM Integrated Impacts of Climate Change) for the period up to 2100. According to the modeling results, it was found that without significant human efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change, global temperatures will rise above the critical value by almost 3.5°C, while the introduction of green technologies and the latest marketing eco-strategies, as well as limiting the carbon footprint can improve the situation and help to achieve the goals of climate neutrality (under this scenario, the global temperature will increase by only 0.75°C). In the study it has been determined that innovative marketing eco-tools play an important role in ensuring business profitability and shaping its positive smart image. One of the main reasons for the need to introduce environmental innovations in the field of management and marketing at enterprises is that production activities and inefficient use of natural resources pose significant pressure on the environment. This leads not only to environmental degradation but also to increased resource costs, the need to pay high environmental fines for the damage, etc. If such problems accumulate, businesses become inefficient and unable to generate stable profits, so they cannot be competitive and successful in today's digitalized knowledge society.
INDUSTRY 5.0 TOOLS FOR COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute”, Petrenko Kateryna , Skorobogatova Natalia ,   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute”, Ivanova Tetiana ,   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute”
Published: October 2023

Modern information and communication technologies can significantly change all socio-economic relationships in society. It is under their influence that a new digital society is being formed, which will lead to the optimisation of the use of resources and, using Industry 5.0 technologies, will help to create "smart" cities and the necessary infrastructure to improve the quality of life of citizens. This article examines the problem of digital transformation of municipal self-government in Ukraine and offers solutions to its solution. It is noted that for a successful digital transformation it is necessary to ensure the availability of digital technologies and the involvement of the population in them. One of the possible solutions is the expansion of mobile access to the Internet using 4G technology. The article also notes that an important aspect of digital transformation is the changing relationship with business, which becomes an influential social actor implementing digital technologies. Based on the analysis, the key principles of Industry 5.0 are proposed, which will play an important role in the development and management of communities. The proposed principles are important because they will contribute to the creation of an effective and innovative system, capable of responding to modern demands and needs of society. They may vary according to the specific needs and context of each municipality. In order to achieve a successful digital transformation, it is recommended to use artificial intelligence to provide services to citizens and to ensure municipal control over cooperation with businesses. The article also draws attention to the concept of Industry 5.0 and the role of humans in interacting with machines. It emphasises that this concept is not yet widespread, but it is already possible to highlight tools such as the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, blockchain, drones and virtual and augmented reality that can be used to manage communities in the context of Industry 5.0.
EVOLUTIONARY PREREQUISITES OF SMART CITY DEVELOPMENT BASED ON SOCIETY 5.0
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute», Voitko Serhii , Skorobogatova Natalia ,   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute», Konovalova Nadiia ,   National Technical University of Ukraine «Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute»
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the qualitative characteristics of the concept of “Society 5.0”. The conditions for the emergence and development of Industry 4.0, Industry 5.0/Society 5.0 are identified. The authors focus on the spread of technology to the level of the socio-cultural sphere, which led to the transformation of Industry 4.0 into Society 5.0. It is noted that in Industry 5.0, the cyber-physiological system interacts with sensors to obtain information from the human brain, its facial expressions and the reaction of certain parts of the human body to stimuli. Society 5.0, however, is seen as the integration of technologies in different areas of public life, especially in the Smart City, in order to ensure a high level of quality and safety of life, as well as the sustainable development of society. The article analyses the key document “Industry 5.0. A transformative vision for Europe. Managing systemic transformations towards a sustainable industry” and highlights the main trends for the Smart City. In addition to the key elements specified in this document, an additional one is defined - ensuring resilience (components: ability to cope; ability to adapt; recovery from stress). At the city level, the following rules are proposed to ensure resilience “shifting the attention of business structures from profit generation to balanced development”; the rule of antifragility. Much attention has been paid to the transparency of open data ecosystems for smart cities (base: OGD (Open Government Data) technical standard). The conclusion of the work is the identification of Society 5.0 as an interaction for the Smart City at the level of “Human-Living Sphere” or “Human-Noosphere”. Based on the study, the scientific and methodological principles of the functioning of the Smart City have been improved, using the concept of “Industry 5.0” / “Society 5.0”, in order to improve the quality and safety of human life by using the latest technological advances that allow, based on the transparency of open data ecosystems (technical standard OGD (Open Government Data)), the construction of urban infrastructure based on the concept of a Smart City. The practical significance of the scientific study of this work is indicated, namely recommendations for the gradual transition of the design of a smart city from the foundations of Industry 4.0 to the foundations of Industry 5.0, in particular using cloud technologies and the Internet of Things.
THE INFLUENCE OF OTA CHANNELS ON THE TOURISM INDUSTRY
Authors:   Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics, Pohuda Nataliia
Published: October 2023

The article devotes the analysis of the most popular OTA channels in the world and their impact on the tourism industry. The differences between metasearch platforms (e.g., Trivago, Kayak, Google Travel) and OTA channels are discussed. Using the example of the European and Asia-Pacific regions, the impact of OTA channels on the generation of additional income and employment is considered. It was established that the use of these channels also led to a decrease in accommodation rates in the respective regions. It has been found that the use of OTA channels by independent and chain hotels is somewhat different in different countries. Among the large number of OTA channels in the world (more than 400 in the world), the most popular are Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, Agoda and Hotels.com. A comparison of the key indicators of visits to the sites of the leading OTA channels was made according to the data of 2021 and 2023. It was established that the most common models of commission remuneration are network and retail, and a comparison of the commissions for leading OTA channels was also made.
THE FOREIGN TRADE ACTIVITY EFFECTIVE STRATEGY ENTERING INTO OVERSEAS MARKETS
Authors:   Vasyl Stefanyk Precarpathian National University, Tkach Oleg
Published: October 2023

By this currently issued article the ways for foreign market intrude and promotion were analyzed as a main point. In focus, the mission and target of a separate management decision were considered. It was a chance for any separate enterprise to be involved into international trade activity. Within a way of decision making could be deeply concerned about foreign trade activity strategy at a beginning. For companies and individuals not fully acquainted with export operations (however familiar they are with business practices in general and domestic operations in particular), this article offers a basic introduction to the “tools of trade”: export terminology survey, equipment, procedures, administrative backup, and essential sources of information. Direct involvement in the overseas export or marketing process naturally requires a higher degree of commitment and attention. Three principal categories of market involvement are discussed in this article. The first, direct exporting selling, means setting up at least a limited export organization and establishing sales contacts with overseas agents and other interested parties. The second, indirect market entry, does not refer to the physical shipment of the product, but rather to the know how involved, as in the case of licensing and franchising. The third, corporate presence, means a corporate commitment and is not normally considered until substantial effort has first been expended on testing the market. The main reason for the present publication is new ways for successful foreign trade activity for all kinds of enterprises within its upgrading, first steps, either promotion their activity overseas. We could provide with up to date attitude to international trade development depended from the area or a location. In different countries attitude to a new comers in a local market is different. In the article be presented some organizational business structures which could be implemented within foreign trade expansion. All kind of proposed points can be a separate subject for discussion or practical implementation depended from the terms and conditions of the foreign market or special type of enterprise behaving within intruding into foreign market.
Pengaruh Penghargaan Finansial, Lingkungan Keluarga dan Nilai Intrinsik Pekerjaan Terhadap Minat Mahasiswa Akuntansi Untuk Berkarier Menjadi Akuntan Publik
Authors: Sugiantini Ni Komang , Muliati Ni Ketut
Published: October 2023

Accounting students have a great opportunity to have a career as a public accountant, because those who can follow the professional education of public accounting are someone who has a minimum education of bachelor 1 (S-1), diploma IV or equivalent. A public accountant is an accountant who has obtained permission from the Minister of Finance to provide services, both in the form of attestation services and non-attestation services. Having a good and promising career is the hope and dream that every student wants. This study aims to determine the effect of Financial Rewards, Family Environment and Work Intrinsic Values ??on the Interests of Accounting Students for a career as a Public Accountant. The population in this study were students of the Private University, Accounting Study Program in Denpasar who had entered the 7th semester and above with a total of 2,326 students. The number of samples in this study were 100 respondents who had been determined by the purposive sampling method using the Slovin formula. The research method uses multiple linear regression analysis techniques.The results of this study indicate that Financial Rewards, Family Environment and Work Intrinsic Values ??have a positive and significant effect on the Interest of Accounting Students for a career as Public Accountants. The results of this study can be used as a basis in increasing the interest of accounting students to have a career as a public accountant by providing a deeper understanding and training related to public accounting. In the future, students can improve their ability and understanding of accounting in order to have a career as a public accountant.
Natural hazard versus natural disaster: Does framing the event affect preparedness intentions, attitudes, and behaviour?
Authors: Vinnell Lauren J. , Milfont Taciano L. , McClure John
Published: October 2023

Even when perception of risks such as earthquakes is high, preparation is generally low. Previous research shows relatively minor changes in the framing of target issues can impact decisions. In the area of risk, the terms “natural hazards” and “natural disasters” are used inconsistently. Using the Theory of Planned Behaviour as a framework, we conducted an online experiment with a large community sample from Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand (N = 604) to examine possible framing effects. Half of the participants were asked about their attitudes and intentions regarding preparing for natural hazards and half about natural disasters. We found few significant differences in mean factor scores between the two groups, suggesting that people have attitudes and perceptions of similar strength for both natural hazards and natural disasters. However, half of the factors in structural equation modelling differed in significance or valence between the two conditions and intentions to prepare were positively associated with information-seeking behaviour only for the natural hazards frame, not the natural disaster frame. These findings suggest that the way in which these issues are framed meaningfully impacts how intentions form and translate to actual behaviour. It is possible that participants understood disaster as manifested, devastating impacts of a natural event rather than the potential for impact implied by the term hazard. Such interpretations could influence perceptions of preventability, and therefore preparation. These findings have critical implications for public information campaigns and interventions aimed at increasing preparedness for the risk posed by natural hazards.
Corriente alterna de José Antonio Cáceres
Authors: Pavo Cuadrado David
Published: October 2023

Corriente alterna es un libro de poesía visual de José Antonio Cáceres realizado en Pisa, Italia, entre 1972 y 1975. Su primera edición es de Adriano Spatola y está publicada en Turín en 1975 por Edizioni Geiger. El Museo Extremeño e Iberoamericano de Arte Contemporáneo (MEIAC) de Badajoz dedica al libro una exposición en 2018 y publica una edición revisada, numerada y firmada, de colección, en 2019. Este artículo profundiza en Corriente alterna abordando su contexto, propósitos experimentales y claves creadoras, apoyándose en declaraciones del autor extraídas de una entrevista realizada para el estudio.
El coleccionismo como huella del fracaso en dos diarios íntimos: Diario de Moscú (1927) de Walter Benjamin y La próxima novela (2019) de Felipe Becerra
Authors: Alessio de Rosas Angelo Franco
Published: October 2023

El presente trabajo analiza el coleccionismo como un medio para la escritura de diarios íntimos, a partir del estudio comparado de Diario de Moscú (1927) de Walter Benjamin y La próxima novela (2019) de Felipe Becerra. Si bien la forma en que este se presenta en ambas obras es en ciertos aspectos similar, ambas colecciones se distinguirán en: descripciones y materialidades físicas. Entonces, la investigación transita por las características fundamentales del coleccionismo en la literatura, la relevancia del soporte en dicha actividad y las huellas que deja en la escritura de Benjamin y Becerra. Finalmente, serán aquellas marcas las que permitirán definir el fracaso como el hilo conductor de los relatos.
Representación simulada del cuerpo (in)corpóreo en una serie de obras de arte digitales
Authors: Rosales Fernández Paulette
Published: October 2023

Existen diversas maneras de representar la cabida del cuerpo dentro de las obras de arte y la literatura, y en la actualidad, cuando las tecnologías dictan los modos de traducir las experiencias, el cuerpo va tomando una forma que delata mecanismos de resignificación de lo que define tanto al cuerpo como al ser humano. Uno de ellos es el del cyborg, un cuerpo devenido en máquina (o puede ocurrir al revés, que una máquina devenga en humano), que se presenta como un método de autoconocimiento en la era de la digitalidad y lo posthumano. Entonces, las preguntas por la cabida del cuerpo y la definición de lo humano son fundamentales para entender los modos de representar la subjetividad corporalmente: hasta qué punto el cuerpo refiere a humanidad.
Interferencia. El encuentro escritura e imagen visual en Conjunto vacío de Verónica Gerber Bicecci
Authors: Acosta Díaz Catalina
Published: October 2023

Este texto analiza el encuentro entre escritura e imagen visual dentro de la literatura de América Latina al comenzar el siglo XXI, en particular Conjunto vacío (2015) de Verónica Gerber Bicecci (México 1981). Este libro es un espacio susceptible de una doble aproximación crítica por parte de las artes visuales y de la literatura, esto es posible gracias a que el recorrido experimental que da cuenta de los desplazamientos en ambos campos. Las lecturas críticas sobre este libro trabajan, por un lado, el tema de la posmemoria, lo que implica una inscripción particular dentro de la literatura y, por otro lado, la disposición de los elementos visuales desde un modelo inter- y transmedial. Ante estas perspectivas se propone como alternativa una reflexión sobre el carácter poroso o heterogéneo de la escritura de Gerber Bicecci, para ello se recurre a la noción de interferencia entendida como una figura que permite una revisión de la dinámica de los elementos literarios y visuales.
City and Socio-cultural Situation of Contemporary Man in African Films
Authors: Makosso Claude Giscard
Published: October 2023

The phenomenon of urban violence among young people in need of direction, nostalgic, affected by lack of employment, is a major concern of filmmakers who display it in their works. A precise target which allows us to treat and problematize this phenomenon in African cities (which have become dangerous) on four supports including: Twist in Bamako by Robert Guédiguian, Bakmatoire by Grâce Tengo, Le Mandat by O.Sembene, and Samba Traoré by Idrissa Ouédraogo. As they show, because of stillborn independence, failed dictatorships or democracies and endemic unemployment, the development of safe cities advocating living together has proven to be utopian. This led to an escalation of violence. In the African city now managed by the natives in the aftermath of independence in Twist, this violence takes several forms: exclusion from the political party, arrest and incarceration of the strikers, rejection of the paternalistic figure of the colonist and identification with the figure of the double identity by the Twist dance. Rival gangs organize themselves into armed bands in Bakmatoire to pillage, rape, assault and racketeer from populations. The street becomes the place of exposure to all dangers. And scenes of fraud and corruption are legion in Dakar in Le Mandat , thus depriving the illiterate of receiving his money. When the thieves organized themselves and robbed a gas station in the city of Ouagadougou, they were shot as they fled by the military. One hit, dies and the other, on the run, takes the loot. A whole isotopia of urban violence is readable in the works. These film texts therefore show the excesses of a sick society and the metaphor of permanent danger. Cinematographic language is tainted with every possible disaster. It is the place par excellence of mimesis and catharsis. Which allows the viewer to identify, wonder and question themselves.
Qur’an Translation
Authors: Lachgar Adil
Published: October 2023

The Holy Qur’an is the Holy Book of Islam and the most important of the three sources of authority which underpin Muslim religious life, the other two being the revelation by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) during his life (hadith, ‘sayings’) and the Prophet’s own practice (Sunna, ‘tradition’). The importance attached to the Qur’an stems from the belief that it contains, verbatim, the Word of God, as revealed piecemeal to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) by Angel Gabriel between 610 and 632 AD. It is therefore considered inimitable, and this has important implications for the legitimacy and the (authorized) methods of translating it.
LITHOLOGY AND STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF ZANGO-ANGWAN-LAMIDO ENVIRONS, KATSINA STATE, NORTHWESTERN NIGERIA
Authors: Kankara I. A.
Published: October 2023

The study of lithological types and structural analysis of rocks of Zango-Kankara-Angwan Lamido on a scale of 1:50,000, Katsina State, northwestern Nigeria at longitudes 70 15’ E and 70 30’E and latitudes 110 45’N and 120 00’N has been carried out. The area consist predominantly of migmatite, older granites and schist, associated with minor quartzite and gneisses. The methodology adopted for the study was mainly primary data in which extensive field visits were done and outlined structural analysis and field relationships were recorded between successive thermo-tectonic episodes  The area underwent three phases of tectonic deformation denoted as D1, D2 and D3, whose ages were shown to be Pan-African. At least two intense phases of ductile deformation were identified in the rocks. The rocks have been strongly foliated (especially the gneisses) with crystals showing strong preferred orientations.
Official control of food safety and quality, requirements for national reference laboratory
Authors: Mickov Toni , Bauer Biljana
Published: October 2023

Delivering safe food is a shared responsibility of many stakeholders. Each participant in the food chain has their share in providing safe food. Developing a management system can better ensure that food is safe and of good quality. The Food Safety Law establishes an integrated system of official controls for food safety, monitoring, and other activities which covers all stages of production, processing, and distribution. Wherever food is produced, processed or put into circulation the competent authorities carry out regular controls and upon a plan or suspicion take samples for examination in official laboratories. An important part of the food control system is laboratory analysis. Food analysis is performed by manufacturers, suppliers, research laboratories, and official laboratories. With laboratory testing of food, all stakeholders receive information about various parameters that affect food safety and quality, such as composition, structure, physicochemical properties, and sensory characteristics. One of the most important reasons for food analysis is to make sure that it is safe and nutritious and meets the desired quality standards. Microbiological and chemical contamination is hard to detect without testing. Laboratories involved in the analysis of official samples should operate and should be accredited following the ISO/IEC 17025 standard. The purpose of this paper is to review the basic principles of food control systems, with special reference to the requirements for reference laboratories. This descriptive study describes the features of formal food control with a focus on the performance of a quality management system in a national reference food control laboratory.

Key words: food safety, food quality, quality management system, reference laboratory, accreditation
Determination of quercetin in dietary supplements by isocratic RP-HPLC method
Authors: Doneva Dragica , Bauer Biljana
Published: October 2023

Quercetin is a natural flavonoid found abundantly in vegetables and fruits. It shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antihepatotoxic, antiallergic, antidiabetic and antiviral activity. Increasingly popular dietary supplements containing quercetin require critical examination of their quality. The aim of this study was to develop a simple and accurate HPLC method for quercetin determination in dietary supplements. Chromatographic separation was achieved by isocratic method, using a Purospher STAR® RP-18 reverse-phase column (150 x 4.6 mm i.d., particle size 5 μm), a mobile phase composed of acetonitrile and water (acidified to pH 3.0), in a ratio of 30:70 (V/V), run at a flow rate of 1.1 mL/min. The column temperature was kept at 30 °C. The DAD detector was set at 257 nm and 375 nm. The injection volume was 20 μL. Isopropanol was used as a solvent. The method was validated by determining system suitability, specificity, linearity, range, limit of detection and quantification, accuracy, precision, and robustness. It is characterized by simple preparation, good precision (RSD ˂ 2%) and good analytical yield (100.09% and 100.29% at 257 nm and 375 nm, respectively). The limit of detection and quantification were 0.00071 μg/mL and 0.00215 μg/mL at 257 nm, and 0.00078 μg/mL and 0.00236 μg/mL at 375 nm, respectively. The system suitability test showed that method performance is similar at both wavelengths. This method can be recommended for routine analysis of dietary supplements containing quercetin in food quality control laboratories.

Keywords: quercetin, HPLC, dietary supplements, flavonoid
Pattern of benzodiazepine use among death cases in Republic of North Macedonia
Authors: Bujaroska Marija , Bozhinoska Zorica , Bitoljanu Natasha , Petreska Ivanovska Tanja , Stankov Aleksandar , Poposka Verica , Kadifkova Panovska Tatjana
Published: October 2023

The aim of this study was to determine the pattern of benzodiazepine related deaths in Republic of North Macedonia. Retrospective survey of post-mortem toxicology data from eight-year period, obtained from Laboratory of Forensic Toxicology was performed, including cases with known gender, age, cause and manner of death and complete toxicology report. Post-mortem toxicology analyses were conducted with Fluorescence Polarization/Enzymatic Immunoassay and Biochip Array Technology method for screening of urine and blood respectively, and confirmation by GC-MS after solid phase extraction. Total of 1169 cases were investigated. Benzodiazepines were detected in 30.05% of the cases, with statistically significant difference between cases of natural and of violent cause of death, as well as between genders, but without statistically significant difference due to the age between both genders. Study revealed women were more likely to use benzodiazepines with the median age to be 52.88 and 49.87 for males and females, respectively. According to post-mortem toxicology data benzodiazepines are the most used drugs in our country. Of them, diazepam was found to be the most often used one. Data analyses have shown that benzodiazepines were often combined with alcohol, psychoactive medicines and drugs of abuse. In 46.6% of all cases with positive findings for benzodiazepines, use of drugs of abuse was detected, mostly heroine and methadone. Important note should be given to the simultaneous use of benzodiazepines with heroine and methadone, which have resulted in increased number of fatal intoxications. Further studies are needed to determine the reason for popular use of benzodiazepines among drug addicts.

Keywords: Abuse, diazepam, drug-related deaths, intoxication, post-mortem
Treatment of patients with severe aplastic anaemia with allogeneic stem cell transplantation - single centre experience
Authors: Popova-Labachevska Marija , Pivkova-Veljanovska Aleksandra , Trajkova Sanja , Chadievski Lazar , Georgievski Borce , Cevreska Lidija , Ridova Nevenka , Stojanovska Jakimovska Simona , Grivchevska Milena , Labacevski Bojan , Panovska-Stavridis Irina
Published: October 2023

Aplastic anemia is a rare hematological syndrome caused by bone marrow failure and pancytopenia. It can be either inherited or acquired, the second one being more common. A variety of trigger factors have been implicated in the etiology of acquired aplastic anemia. However, in around 70% of the cases, the reason remains unknown. The two first line treatment options with competitive rate of success are immunosuppressive therapy (IST) and allogeneic stem cell transplantation (SCT). In this retrospective study we present our experience in the treatment of thirteen patients with severe acquired aplastic anemia. Six of the patients mentioned underwent matched unrelated (MUD) SCT and had all been previously treated with IST, except for one patient. The remaining seven patients included in our study underwent matched related SCT, without previous IST. Conditioning regimen, graft versus host prophylaxis, veno occlusive disease prophylaxis, antimicrobial prophylaxis and treatment, source of stem cells, as well as blood counts were taken into account, within a 7 year follow up period on average. Our findings revealed an overall survival rate of 92%. Three cases of graft versus host disease were observed, two within the MUD SCT group of patients (33%) and one within the matched related SCT group (17%). Faster engraftment was reached in patients treated with matched related SCT. One patient demanded a second allogeneic SCT. Comparable to other findings in literature, our study corroborated the favorable outcome of both allogeneic related and unrelated hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in the treatment of patients with severe aplastic anemia.

Key words: aplastic anemia, immunosuppressive therapy, stem cell transplantation