bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A pharmacognostic study and diagnostic signs of Onosma simplicissima herb
Authors:   Novosibirsk State Medical University, Novosibirsk, Russia, Velichko V.V. , Kruglov D.S. ,   Novosibirsk State Medical University, Novosibirsk, Russia, Oleshko E.D. ,   Novosibirsk State Medical University, Novosibirsk, Russia
Published: September 2024

Introduction. Plants of the genus Onosma are widely used in Asian folk medicine. The wide range of pharmacological effects of herbal medicines from these plants is due to the variety of biologically active compounds (BAC). At the same time, the widespread species of the genus Onosma in Russia – Onosma simplicissima L. – has been studied insufficiently. Aim. A pharmacognostic study of Onosma simplicissima herb. Materials and methods. The object of the study was the aerial part of Onosma simplicissima L., collected during the flowering phase. Total extracts from the raw materials obtained using water-ethanol mixtures and 2% hydrochloric acid as extractants were used for qualitative and quantitative analysis of plant components using spectrophotometric and gravimetric methods. The micromorphology of leaves and flowers was studied using a Zeiss Axio Scope.A1 microscope. Results. The following BAC were detected and quantified in the raw materials: polysaccharides – 5.4%, polyflavane compounds – 3.2%, chlorophyll a – 0.46%, chlorophyll b – 0.29%, the sum of carotenoids and xanthophylls – 0.03%, flavonoids (in terms of rutin) – 0.98% and hydroxycinnamic acids (in terms of dicaffeoylquinic acid) – 0.34%. During the microscopic analysis of leaf morphology, three types of trichomes were determined which can be used for identification of the raw materials. Conclusion. The presence of BAC with anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and regenerative effects indicates the needs for an elaborate study of Onosma simplicissima as a promising source of herbal raw materials.
Experiencia negativa de la masificación turística. El caso de las Islas Baleares
Authors: Martín Martín Victoria
Published: September 2024

Introducción: La masificación turística puede llevar a una serie de malas experiencias tanto para los turistas como para las comunidades locales que reciben grandes cantidades de visitantes. Los turistas que esperan conseguir una experiencia gratificante se encuentran con una multitud de personas, en lugares abarrotados y precios elevados, como consecuencia de una alta demanda. Esta situación afecta especialmente a las comunidades locales ejerciendo una presión significativa sobre los recursos naturales, la infraestructura y los servicios. Metodología: Consiste en realizar un análisis de contenido de artículos en los principales periódicos de Baleares donde se trata el problema y conocer las opiniones de los turistas a través de los barómetros de opinión oficiales. Resultados: Reflejan que existe una percepción y satisfacción turística negativa, así como un problema para los residentes de la zona. Discusión: Nos plantemos si las medidas que ya se están tomando son suficientes para frenar esta masificación en la zona. Conclusiones: La necesidad de atajar cuanto antes esta situación de crecimiento sin medida, teniendo en cuenta todos los intereses que entran en conflicto, y que merecen ser tenidos en cuenta, tanto económicos y medioambientales, como de experiencias turísticas.
Análisis bibliométrico sobre las aulas del futuro en educación
Authors: Fernández-Pacheco García Alejandro
Published: September 2024

Introducción: Las aulas del futuro se presentan como espacios dinámicos y transformadores, donde convergen la innovación tecnológica, las nuevas metodologías pedagógicas y la visión de una sociedad en constante evolución. Metodología: Los resultados obtenidos en esta investigación se obtuvieron a partir de un WoS y Scopus. Resultados: El análisis de los resultados de este estudio se va a agrupar en tres dimensiones acorde a las variables de estudio relacionadas con la productividad: tipología de los documentos y distribución temporal; idioma y áreas de publicación; países e instituciones y; artículos, citas, palabras clave y concurrencia. Facilitando así la presentación de los resultados obtenidos y pudiendo organizarlos de una forma más clara y sistemática. Discusión:Cada vez son más el número de investigaciones que se realizan sobre esta temática pudiendo vaticinar un crecimiento exponencial de las mismas en los próximos años, lo que beneficiará a los centros educativos. Conclusiones: El objetivo ha sido estudiar la producción científica sobre las aulas del futuro en educación en dos de las bases científicas con mayor impacto en la comunidad científica (WoS y Scopus). Con los resultados obtenidos, se puede mostrar un estado de la situación actual (2019-2024) de las investigaciones en dicho ámbito.
Aula Invertida como metodología para la formación de futuros docentes en la enseñanza de la Historia
Authors: Corrales-Serrano Mario
Published: September 2024

Introducción: La enseñanza de la Historia del ámbito académico está asociada frecuentemente a metodologías de corte tradicional, en las que predomina un modelo de instrucción directa, se da un exceso de carga de contenidos lectivos. Estas características provocan una visión desmotivada ahora en el alumnado descargar aprendizaje de esta materia. El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo principal valorar las posibilidades que ofrece la metodología Flipped Classroom para el estudio de la Historia Metodología: Para lograr este objetivo se ha llevado a cabo una intervención didáctica de aplicación de dicha metodología sobre una muestra de n=276 estudiantes que cursan los grados de Educación Infantil y Educación Primaria. Para medir la incidencia de esta intervención didáctica en el recuerdo de los contenidos de Historia, se ha aplicado un pretest y un postest, elaborados ad hoc, en los que se pregunta a alumnado acerca de su recuerdo de fechas, acontecimientos y personajes antes de cada edad histórica, antes y después de la intervención Resultados: Los resultados obtenidos señalan una incidencia positiva de la metodología en el recuerdo que el alumnado tiene de las competencias históricas. Conclusiones: Esto permite concluir la idoneidad de la metodología empleada para el estudio de la historia.
Grupo Sanborns S.A.B. de C.V. y los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible
Authors: Garcia Munoz Aparicio Cecilia , Navarrete Torres María del Carmen
Published: September 2024

Introducción: Grupo Sanborns S.A.B de C.V, conocido como Sanborns, es una compañía mexicana con presencia a nivel nacional en México, acreditada por ser una cadena de tiendas departamentales y restaurantes con orientación al servicio y satisfacción del cliente. Metodología: El objetivo de la investigación es analizar dónde radica la Responsabilidad Social Corporativa (RSC) de una gran corporación mexicana y la metodología empleada fue de tipo descriptiva y analítica. Se consultaron fuentes bibliográficas como libros, revistas, noticias y web de la compañía; se describió de manera precisa y detallada la organización sin intervenir en su proceso, registrando sus características de acuerdo a las fuentes de información para su análisis posterior. Resultados: Se comprobó que es una empresa socialmente responsable con principios y valores que cumplen con su desempeño social, laboral, ambiental de salud y seguridad. Discusión: se corrobora la hipótesis de que se trata de una organización socialmente responsable pero no alineada a los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) en su totalidad. Conclusiones: Por ser subsidiaria del Grupo Carso, S.A.B. de C.V., uno de los Grupos Económicos más importantes de México e Iberoamérica, deja como futura línea de investigación realizar un comparativo entre empresas que conforman este grupo.
Uso Eficiente de la Inteligencia Artificial en Educación Superior: Perspectivas desde la Cienciometría y la Escucha Social
Authors: Martin Gomez Sonia , Bartolome Muñoz de Luna Angel Bartolome Muñoz de Luna
Published: September 2024

Introducción: La Inteligencia Artificial (IA) está adquiriendo protagonismo en todos los sectores, entre ellos el educativo, por ello el objetivo principal de esta investigación es explorar si se está haciendo un uso eficiente de la Inteligencia Artificial (IA) en el contexto de la educación universitaria a nivel científico, social y por parte de los estudiantes. Metodología: a nivel científico se realiza un estudio bibliométrico, a través de Rstudio Cloud, de la base de datos Web Of Science (WOS); a nivel social  se hace un análisis de escucha social  mediante la herramienta Brandwatch, y para valorar el uso eficiente de la IA por parte de los alumnos se emplea SPSS para conseguir una regresión logística binaria. Resultados: mientras que a nivel científico se priman los conceptos relacionados con la IA, la escucha social se basa en sus herramientas, dependiendo el uso eficiente por parte de los alumnos de distintas variables, como el manejo de competencias digitales. Conclusiones: los investigadores deben analizar los efectos del buen uso de las herramientas de la IA como metodología docente, de forma que la sociedad pueda seguir destacándolo en sus menciones en redes y los universitarios utilizar esta herramienta de forma ética y correcta.
Global outbreaks of zika infection by epidemic observatory (EpiWATCH), 2016-2019
Authors: Suseelan Bhargavi Babitha , Moa Aye
Published: September 2024

Background: Emerging zika virus outbreaks have caused devastating impacts around the globe with severe sequelae in the general population. Although zika is a self-limiting infection, it can be potentially associated with devastating medical complications like microcephaly and Guillain-Barre Syndrome. This study aims to analyse outbreaks of zika infection globally from 2016 through to 2019 using data from the epidemic observatory, EpiWATCH.Methods: EpiWATCH filtered and retrieved information on outbreaks of diseases or emerging infections reported daily by online news media. In this report, we used keywords such as “zika”, “zika virus”, “microcephaly” and “Guillain-Barre Syndrome”, and searched reports of zika outbreaks dated between March 2016 and March 2019. Descriptive epidemiologic analysis was conducted in relation to geolocation and time.Results: Using an open-source data, a total of 120 media reports of zika outbreaks globally from 2016-2019 were analysed. The total numbers of zika cases retrieved from EpiWATCH by year were 81,852 (2016), 609 (2017), 1,800 (2018) and 15 cases (2019) respectively. By geographical distribution, zika infections were seen across 19 countries, through various transmission modes in the study. The number of zika-related microcephaly cases were 15 in 2016 and 68 cases in 2017, and no other cases were reported thereafter. Seven cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome were also reported in 2016.   Conclusion: The epidemic intelligence, EpiWATCH, represents relevant sources of information for reporting of rare or severe diseases or emerging infections globally. Using information from digital data streams could help in early identification of outbreaks or diseases and generate effective public health interventions in mitigating emerging health threats ahead of time than traditional surveillance systems.
Sprawozdanie z międzynarodowej konferencji naukowej Wartości, idee, emocje w słowach i obrazach (Warszawa, 16 marca 2024)
Authors: Kleszczewska-Albińska Angelika
Published: September 2024

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Osobowość schizoidalna a dymensjonalna konceptualizacja zaburzeń osobowości według ICD-11
Authors: Nowak Sandra , Soroko Emilia
Published: September 2024

Cel: Współczesne badania naukowe i praktyka kliniczna w coraz większym stopniu uwzględniają dymensjonalne modele zaburzeń osobowości. Tendencja ta wymaga precyzyjnego wyjaśnienia relacji między tradycyjnymi sposobami konceptualizacji zaburzeń i nowymi propozycjami opartymi na wymiarach. Celem tego badania było określenie związku pomiędzy cechami osobowości schizoidalnej a elementami (krokami) diagnozy wg ICD-11 oraz określenie, w jakim stopniu osobowość schizoidalna jako konstrukt wymiarowy może być przewidywana (diagnozowana) na podstawie konceptualizacji ICD-11, takich jak nasilenie (severity) zaburzenia osobowości i patologiczne cechy.
Metoda: Badaną grupę stanowiło 176 osób w wieku 18–71 lat (M = 28,3; SD = 10,3; 83,5% kobiet). Do określenia poziomu patologicznych cech osobowości wykorzystano Inwentarz osobowości dla ICD-11 (PiCD), natomiast do oceny poziomu nasilenia zaburzeń osobowości wykorzystano Skalę osobowości i funkcjonowania interpersonalnego (SIFS). Kwestionariusz stylów charakteru został wykorzystany do określenia poziomu schizoidalnego zaburzenia osobowości.
Wyniki: Wyniki analizy korelacji wskazują na istotne związki między schizoidalnym zaburzeniem osobowości (jako konstruktem wymiarowym) a skalami mierzącymi poziom nasilenia zaburzenia osobowości (tożsamość, samokierowanie, empatia, intymność) a poziomem cech patologicznych (z wyjątkiem anankastii). Wyniki analizy regresji krokowej pokazują, że pierwszy etap oceny zaburzeń osobowości według modelu ICD-11, czyli diagnoza stopnia nasilenia zaburzeń osobowości, wyjaśnia 41% osobowości schizoidalnej, a włączenie cech patologicznych (istotna okazała się tu cecha izolacji) podnosi ten odsetek do 54.
Konkluzja: Wyniki sugerują zbieżność między nowymi wymiarowymi konceptualizacjami zaburzeń osobowości i wcześniejszymi podejściami kategorycznymi oraz potrzebę przyszłych badań.
Реалізація політики відокремлення церкви від держави у 20-х роках XX століття на Поділлі
Authors: Галамай Олена
Published: September 2024

The article analyzes the policy of the Soviet government towards religion in Podillia. The author highlights the processes of imposing atheistic ideas, destroying religious buildings, and repressing priests and believers. After the adoption of the Decree "On the Separation of Church and State" in 1919, the Soviet authorities systematically deprived religious organizations of legal rights, nationalized church property, and restricted church activities. Particular attention was paid to anti-religious propaganda and the creation of the Living Church as a tool for splitting religious life.
Effect of increasing doses of waste chalk on the zinc content in sod-podzolic light loamy soil and its accumulation by plants. Empirical models of zinc translocation Into plants of the cereal, legume and cabbage families
Authors: Litvinovich A. V. , Lavrishchev A. V. , Bure V. M. , Kovleva A. O.
Published: September 2024

Under the conditions of a 5-year vegetation-precision experiment based on acidic sod-podzolic sandy loam soil reclaimed with increasing (from 0.8 to 24 t/ha) doses of conversion chalk (CC), the effect of liming on the value of soil acidity (pHKCl), the content of mobile zinc compounds in the soil and its translocation into plants was studied, related to the cabbage, legume and cereal families. It was shown that with an increase in the dose of meliorant, the content of zinc available to plants in the soil decreased, and its transition to plant tissues slowed down. Quantitative parameters of zinc accumulation by spring rape plants were revealed 1 year, 4 and 5 years after liming. A relationship has been established between the zinc content in grain and straw of spring barley. In the range of meliorant doses from 0 to 2.0, calculated by hydrolytic acidity (Ha), barley grain accumulated zinc in sufficient quantities for the normal functioning of barley. The zinc content in vetch tissues, which allows plants to develop normally, varied in liming options from 0.2 to 1.7 Ha. Empirical models have been developed that adequately describe the relationship between: a – the dose of chalk application and the pH value of the soil achieved as a result of liming, b – the pH value of the soil and the zinc content in soil and plants, c – the zinc content in soil and its translocation into plant species of various biological families, d – zinc concentrations in grain and straw of plants.
Tectonic basis for oil and gas potential in the North Kara prospective area (Western Arctic, Russia)
Authors: Tarasenko A. K. , Alekseeva A. K. , Khohlova Yu. N. , Inshakova N. Yu.
Published: September 2024

The Arctic shelf of Russia, and, in particular, the shelf of the Kara Sea, is one of the unique regions of the world with enormous hydrocarbon potential, however, due to the harsh weather conditions, it has been studied unevenly. The lack of deep and parametric drilling data in the northern part of the Kara Sea leads to numerous uncertainties in models of the geological structure of the region and, as a consequence, to uncertainties in assessments of the resource potential of this Arctic region. A large volume of 2D CDP seismic exploration was carried out in the northern part of the Kara Sea. The results of these works made it possible to clarify the geological structure of the Kara Plate, substantiate the boundaries of the North Kara independent promising region and promising areas within it, and assess hydrocarbon resources.
Preparation of high-labeled graphene oxide by tritium thermal activation method for application in the betavoltaic cell of a nuclear battery
Authors: Badun G. A. , Bunyaev V. A. , Chernysheva M. G.
Published: September 2024

Possibility of tritium introduction into graphene oxide (GO) by tritium thermal activation method was demonstrated. It has been established that, in order to obtain the highest possible specific radioactivity, thin films of GO with a thickness of 5.6 mg/m2 must be treated with tritium atoms. The experiment provided at 77 K showed a number of advantages. Under these conditions, the specific activity of [3H]GO of 2.6 Ci/mg was reached when calculated by the mass of the initial GO (0.7 Ci/mg if purified to remove the labile tritium). Specific energy release in [3H]GO with such specific activity is 22.3 W/kg, which is enough for its application as a component of an atomic battery.
Work in a changing world: transformations in the labor sphere and the focus of new research (round table)
Authors: Demidenko Svetlana Yu.
Published: September 2024

On the eve of the anniversary of the journal, issues of studying labor and labor relations in our country are discussed, including their coverage in the journal. Specialists in the field of labor sociology give varying assessments not only of the previous period of the discipline’s development, but also evaluate its prospects, discussing the undeservedly forgotten names of predecessors and their ideas. The peculiarity of the national sociology of labor development is noted, which, despite the lackibg independent theories as well as ideas ahead of practice, over the past fifty years has always adequately responded to the challenges and demands of its time, fulfilling social orders. Methodological questions are raised about the difficulties of studying social and labor relations, lack of conceptual elaboration of the conceptual apparatus, and the measurements difficulties in the labor sphere are discussed. Important aspects of prospective research in this direction are discussed.
Structure and functioning of plankton communities оf the Rybinsky Reservoir under the conditions of climate change
Authors: Mineeva N. M. , Lazareva V. I. , Poddubny S. A. , Zakonnova A. V. , Kopylov A. I. , Kosolapov D. B. , Korneva L. G. , Sokolova E. A. , Pyrina I. L. , Mitropolskaya I. V.
Published: September 2024

Based on the data of complex environmental studies, which have been regularly carried out at six standard stations of the Rybinsk Reservoir since the middle of the 20th century, the orientation of changes in the elements of the reservoir ecosystem associated with global climatic events has been analyzed. During the period of climate warming, which began in 1977 and continues into the 21st century, the air temperature in the warm season increased by 0.9°C, the water temperature by 1.4°C, the average annual inflow by 7.5%, and the duration of the ice-free period by two weeks. An increase in electrical conductivity and color of water, a decrease in transparency were noted. With significant interannual variations in biological characteristics, in the XXI century, the number of bacterioplankton increased by 1.7 times, and bacterial production doubled. Chlorophyll content increased by 1.4 times and values 15 µg/L reflecting the eutrophic state of the reservoir began to be observed more often. In the biomass of phytoplankton, the proportion of small cell forms increased. The total abundance of phytoplankton increased due to the development of cyanobacteria, which form a long summer maximum in the seasonal dynamics of the community. The increase in water mineralization promoted the progressive spread of alien brackish-water algae. Biomass of zooplankton increased by 2.5 times. An increase in the abundance of crustaceans (Cladocerans, by 1.6 times; Copepods, by 1.9 times) caused a change in the structure of zooplankton and the formation of a strong late summer peak of biomass. The intensification of hydrobiological processes was clearly manifested after the abnormally hot 2010, the conditions of which not only stimulated the development of plankton communities, but also but also caused the formation of oxygen deficiency in the bottom layers. Warming has significantly transformed the ecosystem of the Rybinsk Reservoir, intensified eutrophication processes and worsened water quality. Changes in hydrometeorological characteristics have gone beyond the mild scenario of climate warming.
Zooplankton of Volga River reservoirs: structure, abundance and dynamics
Authors: Lazareva V. I. , Zhdanova S. M. , Sabitova R. Z. , Sokolova E. A.
Published: September 2024

The taxonomic structure and spatial distribution of the late-summer zooplankton in the Volga River from the upper Ivankovo reservoir to Volga Delta near Astrakhan during the period 2020–2021 were studied. Zooplankton biomass in the most of the Volga reservoirs was dominated by cladoceran Daphnia galeata and copepod Mesocyclops leuckarti (up to 45–84%). However different dominant species were observed in the Volgograd reservoir. Cladocerans Chydorus sphaericus and Bosmina cf. longispina formed there up to 43% of the total zooplankton biomass. Rotifers and Ponto-Caspian copepod Heteroscope caspian are dominated in the Volga River below the dam of the Volzhskaya hydropower plant (56% and 18% of the total zooplankton biomass respectively). Among the invasive species, most abundant are East Asian copepod Thermocyclops taihokuensis (up to 230 thsd. ind./m3 and locally 90% of the total biomass) and North American copepod Acanthocyclops americanus (up to 86 thsd. ind./m3 and 35% of the total biomass). The maximum abundance of the zooplankton (0.8–1.6 g/m3) was observed in the Upper Volga reservoirs while the minimum abundance (0.1–0.2 g/m3) – in the Lower Volga. The maximum abundance of zooplankton (0.8–3.3 g/m3) was recorded in the mouth areas of the reservoir tributaries, while the minimum abundance (0.1–1.4 g/m3) – in the pelagic zone of the reservoirs. A decrease in the zooplankton community biomass from Upper to Lower Volga was observed in all biotopes. A negative correlation between the community abundance and daily water inflow into the reservoirs and a positive correlation between the community abundance and water temperature were revealed. Long-term variations in zooplankton biomass and their relationship with water body trophic state, thermal and oxygen regimes were discussed.
Zooplankton condition in lakes of Belarus under climate change
Authors: Vezhnavets V. V.
Published: September 2024

The analysis of long-term data on zooplankton of mesotrophic lakes of Belarus was carried out in order to determine ways to assess the impact of climate change. The possibilities of using the parameters of zooplankton communities to register climate change are shown. It is indicated that changes in the density of cold-loving species can be used to register the effects of temperature increase.
Modern geopolitical transformations: Russian interests and Russian society
Authors: Kokoshin Andrey A. , Kokoshina Zlata A.
Published: September 2024

The factors and parameters of modern geopolitical transformations are examined. Geopolitical transformations are determined as a complex set of economic, military, social, political-diplomatic, technological, demographic and other processes. Those processes are changing the centro-power structure of the world political system. The role of such global centers of power as the Russian Federation, China, the USA, as well as of a potential global player – India – is analyzed. The importance of the role of the military factor in modern geopolitics (including its nuclear dimension) is shown. Conclusions are drawn about the place and interests of Russia in the modern system of world politics, including in relation to internal socio-economic and socio-political development in the Russian Federation and the formation of social reality in Russia. The social changes that are taking place under the influence of geopolitical transformations, especially under the influence of the “hybrid war” waged against Russia by the “aggregate West”, are considered. It is emphasized that under these conditions Russian society became more consolidated; support has increased for the Russian Federation to follow its own path based on traditional Russian values.
Homeostasis and metastability as natural sciences’ heuristics of modern social sciences
Authors: Klupt Mikhail A.
Published: September 2024

The article shows how polemics of C.Wright Mills with T. Parsons and N. Wiener with G. Simondon allowed to identify the potential of applying the concepts of homeostasis and metastability to elaborating the philosophy of social governance. Particular attention is paid to the contribution of these concepts to better understanding the problems of governance at both societal and organizational levels. Both in the organizations and societies homeostatic self-regulation is often co-exising with metastable states which are fraught both by long-range stagnation and unexpected explosive changes. This factor seriously complicates forecasting changes in metastable states and increases the cost of error. The pioneering role of A.Bogdanov’s “Tektologia” which anticipated this conclusion is characterized. It is concluded that transfer of concepts of homeostasis and metastability into social sciences throws a bridge from philosophy of history to philosophy of social governance and contributes to their development.
Coverage of health care services in Russia and EU countries: comparative analysis
Authors: Panova Lyudmila V. , Panova Anastasia YU.
Published: September 2024

An analysis of universal health coverage (UHC) of the Russian population compared to EU countries for the period 2019–2020 is provided. The concept of three-dimensional measurement of health care coverage proposed by R. Busse, J. Schreyögg and C. Gericke is used as basis of the research. Within the framework of this methodology, three indicators are applied that determine the level of UHC development: 1) coverage of the population eligible for publicly funded health services; coverage of medical services included in the program of state guarantees; and personal medical expenses of the population. Comparative analysis was applied using quantitative methods on the databases of Rosstat, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). The following conclusions were made. Medical assistance in Russia and the EU countries covers almost the entire population. Coverage of medical services (what kind of care is provided by the state guarantees programs) differs significantly in Russia and many EU countries. In Russia much fewer services and medical supplies are covered, which does not meet the needs of the population in medical care. In particular, this applies to outpatient care, where only half (52%) of the services are paid under the state guarantee program. In EU countries, on average, the state pays 78% of outpatient care costs. The medication supply to outpatients also lags far behind the average EU standards. The main reason for this situation is related to the fact that Russia provided insufficient funds on healthcare over the past twenty years (3.5% of GDP and 4.6% at the beginning of the pandemic), relying heavily on household spending.
Migrant integration in Germany: the role of non-state actors
Authors: Matiukhova Elizaveta I.
Published: September 2024

Based on spatial approach and multilevel governance theory, the role and strategies of non-state actors in Germany involved in the integration of migrants at the local, national, regional and global levels are analyzed. The study concerns non-governmental organizations (NGOs), including non-governmental non-profit structures, foundations, migrant associations, trade unions, as well as the media and international intergovernmental organizations. It is shown that the German method of management in this area involves close cooperation between a wide range of such institutions and the state.
The specifics of the party-political system of Wales at the present stage
Authors: Nazaruk Tatiana V.
Published: September 2024

The development of the political party system in Wales is analyzed. The relationship between Wales and Westminster is characterized in the context of Brexit – one of the most significant events in the contemporary history of the United Kingdom. Political and socio-economic consequences of Brexit for Wales are outlined. Their significance for the changes in the programs and rhetoric of Welsh parties, as well as their role in the political system (primarily in the Welsh nationalist party Plaid Camry) are determined. Other factors that contributed to the formation of new trends in the political development of the region are specified. The problem is studied in retrospect, which makes it possible to understand how historical events and processes have influenced the current state of the Welsh party system. Due to the importance of understanding the context, the impact of Brexit on Wales in comparison with other regions of the United Kingdom was also analyzed. It is concluded that due to Brexit tendencies towards federalism, which were launched in the process of devolution, intensified in the region (independence in the case of Scotland and the border poll in Northern Ireland). For Westminster, the issue of the growing prospects of secession of the regions has been actualized, which escalates the political discussion in Britain. This once again demonstrates the complexity and inconsistency of the British party-political system and increases the importance of the regional agenda for London.
The rise of law – the mission of S.S. Alekseev (on the 100th anniversary of the outstanding jurist) (The end)
Authors: Kazantsev Mikhail F. , Rudenko Victor N.
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to the outstanding scientist and organizer of science, jurist, philosopher, thinker, publicist, writer, statesman, Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Law, Professor Sergey S. Alekseev (1924–2013). The biography of S.S. is traced. Alekseev, his hypostasis as a legal theorist, civilist, philosopher, organizer of science, publicist, writer, statesman, legislator, is evaluated for his contribution to science, the formation of the modern legal system in our country, reveals his role in the creation of the Constitution of the Russian Federation and the Civil Code of the Russian Federation. The article quotes fragments of previously unpublished works by S. S. Alekseev.
Globalism and civilization in the paradigm philosophy of law
Authors: Zhukov Vasiliy I.
Published: September 2024

The article reveals the role of the concept of globalism in the theory of knowledge and the system of international relations, substantiates the fundamental differences between global processes and civilizational ones. An attempt is made to trace the process of the origin and development of civilizational ideas and the practice of their embodiment in real forms. Special attention is paid to the historical and legal sanctification of civilizational processes and the consequences of globalization. The author’s position is stated on all debatable issues.
Tradition and ideology of the human legal status in Russian constitutionalism
Authors: Dzhagaryan Armen A. , Sokolshchik Ilya M.
Published: September 2024

In the article, the authors addressed the understanding of man in the civilizational space of the Russian statehood, in the national-specific context of the spiritual, moral and socio-cultural environment. Overcoming the aggressive mythologies of individualistic liberalism, which have led to a value-based and worldview schism and are contributing to the evolving crisis in Western legal tradition, requires not merely a critical approach (while avoiding the risks of sliding into fanatical negativism) but a constructive, creatively generative approach. This involves identifying and elucidating the distinctive philosophical-ethical foundations of Russian constitutional humanism. Recognizing the scale and nature of the issues under discussion, the authors primarily focus on the ideological aspects of updating the constitutional model of human legal status from the perspective of the identity of domestic constitutionalism. It is argued that, in terms of value-based worldviews and methodology, it is crucial to shift the focus of the discussion around the legal status of the individual towards the foundational principles of ethical-legal obligation, and consequently, towards identifying and systematizing the subjective duties and obligations associated with spiritual-moral imperatives.
ДИЗАЙН-МИСЛЕННЯ: КОНЦЕПЦІЯ ТА КЛЮЧОВІ ЕТАПИ
Authors: ШАРОВ Володимир
Published: September 2024

Сучасний бізнес-ландшафт характеризується високою динамічністю та невизначеністю. У таких умовах ключовим фактором успіху стає здатність бізнес-організацій швидко адаптуватися до змін та створювати інноваційні рішення. В останні 10-15 років все більшої популярності набуває парадигма "дизайн-мислення". Будучі клієнтоцентричною концепцією, яка фокусується на визначенні ціннісних уподобань споживачів та розробці інноваційних рішень для їх задоволення по певному процесу, вона об’єднує в собі як певний тип мислення так і певний процес, методологію, концепцію та останнім часом культуру дизайн-мислення.
У статті досліджений феномен дизайн-мислення як методології, що орієнтована на людину та революціонізує підхід до вирішення складних проблем. Проведений детальний аналіз еволюції концепції дизайн-мислення, відстежуючи зміни в її визначенні та сфері застосування, її основних принципів та етапів, а також розглянуті фактори, що сприяють її популяризації. На основі огляду наукової літератури формується авторське визначення дизайн-мислення, яке підкреслює його мультидисциплінарний характер та орієнтацію на потреби споживачів. Особлива увага приділяється ролі дизайн-мислення у формуванні культури інновацій, розвитку інноваційних продуктів і послуг та створенні нових бізнес-моделей.
Proving Confluence in the Confluence Framework with CONFident
Authors: Gutiérrez Raúl , Lucas Salvador , Vítores Miguel
Published: September 2024

This article describes the confluence framework, a novel framework for proving and disproving confluence using a divide-and-conquer modular strategy, and its implementation in CONFident. Using this approach, we are able to automatically prove and disprove confluence of Generalized Term Rewriting Systems, where (i) only selected arguments of function symbols can be rewritten and (ii) a rather general class of conditional rules can be used. This includes, as particular cases, several variants of rewrite systems such as (context-sensitive) term rewriting systems, string rewriting systems, and (context-sensitive) conditional term rewriting systems. The divide-and-conquer modular strategy allows us to combine in a proof tree different techniques for proving confluence, including modular decompositions, checking joinability of (conditional) critical and variable pairs, transformations, etc., and auxiliary tasks required by them, e.g., joinability of terms, joinability of conditional pairs, etc.
Moving Towards Ethical-Practical Recommendations for Alzheimer’s Disease Prediction: Addressing Interindividual, Interprofessional, and Societal Aspects
Authors: Schicktanz Silke , Alpinar-Segawa Zümrüt , Ulitsa Natalie , Perry Julia , Werner Perla
Published: September 2024

Biomarkers for predicting Alzheimer’s disease (AD) are advancing and their implementation in various healthcare systems is imminent. There is a need for ethical standards addressing information needs, socio-ethical concerns, and expectations of healthy and at-risk persons. We present an ethical approach that integrates different existing ethical frameworks and discussion of our empirical, cross-cultural findings in a multi-layered perspective by addressing three levels. The micro-level focuses on the communication between counseling professionals, persons at risk or in an early stage of dementia, and family members. The meso-level addresses interprofessional cooperation and exchange as a key element for best person-centered care. The macro-level considers public health promotion, the media, and public-funded research. This approach allows to address key ethical concepts including beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, informational self-determination, empowerment, and justice. Our contribution specifically examines the ethical challenges associated with AD prediction by means of biomarkers, based on insights from a German-Israeli comparison, and promotes a transdisciplinary discussion across different healthcare contexts. We propose a reflection on three levels to go beyond the clinical counseling context and to consider the rapidly evolving field of biomarkers in the coming years. Our ethical-practical recommendations should not be considered final, but rather procedural and will require continuous adaptation regarding culturally varying practices, new algorithms, meta-analyses, and re-evaluation of established recommendations.
Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease in Clinical Practice: Time to Incorporate Biomarkers?
Authors: Vyhnalek Martin , Laczó Martina , Laczó Jan
Published: September 2024

Hippocampal dysfunction is associated with early clinical signs of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Due to the limited availability or invasiveness of current biomarkers, the AD diagnosis is usually based on cognitive assessment and structural brain imaging. The recent study by Lalive and colleagues examined the specificity of brain morphometry for the AD diagnosis in a memory clinic cohort with hippocampal-type amnestic syndrome. The results indicate that memory deficits and hippocampal atrophy are similar in AD and non-AD patients, highlighting their low diagnostic specificity. These findings challenge the traditional AD diagnosis and underscore the need for biomarkers to differentiate specific neuropathological entities.
New-onset hydrocephalus in an adult with cerebral palsy: A case report and review of the literature
Authors: Roberts Jeremy , Ratnasingam Denesh , Sarmiento Cristina
Published: September 2024

Hydrocephalus is a common comorbidity associated with brain injuries, including cerebral palsy (CP). In CP, hydrocephalus typically presents in infancy or early childhood. This report describes a patient in their mid 20 s with mixed dyskinetic-spastic CP with adult-onset hydrocephalus of unknown cause initially presenting with new-onset bilateral lower extremity spasms. Multiple interventions were trialed, including ischial bursal steroid injections, botulinum toxin injections, trigger point injections, multiple oral medications, and physical and massage therapies without benefit. Given lack of treatment response, imaging of the neuraxis was obtained. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain demonstrated new diffuse moderate ventriculomegaly compared to prior MRI. Ophthalmologic evaluation demonstrated papilledema, and opening pressure on lumbar puncture was elevated to 44 mmHg H2O. The patient underwent ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement with rapid and near-resolution of their spasms and pain. This patient represents a unique case of new-onset hydrocephalus in an adult with CP. To ensure appropriate and timely diagnosis and treatment, individuals with neurologic conditions such as CP should have ongoing surveillance and comprehensive evaluation for any neurologic or functional changes, including changes in baseline tone. Future research is needed to better understand if adults with CP are at higher risk for the development of hydrocephalus in adulthood.
Experiences of using an exoskeleton by care professionals in elderly care: A descriptive qualitative study
Authors: Roentgen Uta , Lexis Monique , Roost Frank , Daniëls Ramon
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are common among care professionals in elderly care. Exoskeletons showed effectiveness in preventing and reducing low back pain in other sectors. However, the potential of using an exoskeleton in elderly care is unclear.

OBJECTIVE

To document the experiences of care professionals using an exoskeleton in elderly care.

METHODS

A descriptive qualitative study with individual semi-structured interviews among professionals from two elderly care institutes, facing low back pain.

RESULTS

Twenty-two care professionals used the exoskeleton mainly at peak loads during morning and evening care. Their experiences were described in four main themes: wearing and adjusting, movement and comfort, appearance, integration into work, and perceived effects. Those who experienced (predominantly) positive effects reported having less or even no back pain, partly due to the relief of the lower back, but also to a more conscious posture and attention to ergonomically sound movement.

CONCLUSIONS

This study led to valuable insights into experiences of using an exoskeleton in elderly care, such as the potential of mitigating and preventing low back pain, and suggestions for further development of exoskeletons to improve their usability in the context of elderly care. The latter should be followed by studies into long-term effects.
A checklist to guide public digital platforms for the provision of AT services and products using people-centered assistive technology references
Authors: de Jesus Alves Ana Cristina , Jerez-Roig Javier , Merchán-Baeza José Antonio , Carvalho Kauane Santos , Ramon-Aribau Anna
Published: September 2024

OBJECTIVE

To develop a checklist that guides the requirements necessary for public digital platforms in providing AT, based on the WHO-proposed “The WHO-GATE 5P framework” and the Global Report on Assistive Technology.

METHODS

A qualitative descriptive research approach was employed consisting of 4 stages: 1) Construction of the checking tool, 2) Discussion of the checklist by a group of three researchers until a final proposal was reached, 3) Analysis of the checklist by two external researchers with experience in AT research and services, 4) Analysis of the suggestions and formatting of the final version of the checklist. Three of the authors/researchers conducted a documental analysis of the “WHO-GATE 5P framework” and Global Report on Assistive Technology, and two experts in research and AT services, performed the checklist analysis independently.

RESULTS

The final version of the checklist with 25 items was created and made available in English and Portuguese version. Conclusion: This checklist based on the fundamentals of the assistive technology model centred on people, the “WHO-GATE 5P framework” and the Global Report on Assistive Technology provides direction for digital AT service delivery, delivery practices and data science in digital services aimed at addressing the needs of AT consumers, while supporting advancements in the provision of digital AT services.
Risk factors of hepatocellular carcinoma associated with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Yin Huimin , Yan Zhanjie , Zhao Fangcheng
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is currently an important chronic liver disease threatening human life and health. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the risk factors of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) associated with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by systematic review. METHODS: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis. A systematic search of Chinese and English databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, China national knowledge infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang database, and VIP database) was performed until June 30, 2023. Studies were included to investigate the risk factors for HCC in patients with NAFLD. Quality evaluation was performed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Literature Quality Evaluation Scale, and then hazard ratios (HRs) for different influencing factors were combined. RESULTS: We reviewed the results of 12 high-quality cohort studies involving 738,934 patients with NAFLD and 1,480 developed HCC. A meta-analysis based on a random-effects model showed that advanced age (HR = 1.81, 95% CI: 1.51–2.17), male gender (HR = 2.51, 95% CI: 1.67–3.78), hypertension (HR = 1.87, 95% CI: 1.05–3.33), and diabetes (HR = 2.27, 95% CI: 1.63–3.16) were risk factors for HCC in NAFLD, and the differences were statistically significant. However, there was no statistically significant effect of current smoking (HR = 1.45, 95% CI: 0.72–2.92) and dyslipidemia (HR = 1.03, 95% CI: 0.72–1.47) on HCC incidence in this study. CONCLUSION: Age, sex, hypertension and diabetes are risk factors for HCC in NAFLD patients. Diabetic NAFLD patients have a 2.27-fold increased risk of HCC, and health education and intervention for elderly, male, NAFLD patients with diabetes and hypertension need to be strengthened to promote a reduction in the risk of HCC.
Occupational pressures of frontline workers enforcing COVID-19 pandemic measures in Ontario and Quebec, Canada
Authors: Hopwood Pamela , MacEachen Ellen , Coté Daniel , Meyer Samantha B. , Majowicz Shannon , Hyun Ai-Thuy , Crouch Meghan K. , Amoako Joyceline , Jahangir Yamin T. , Correal Amelia León , Ilic Antonela
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND: During the COVID-19 pandemic, low-wage public-facing frontline workers (FLWs), such as grocery store clerks, were required to monitor retail customers and enforce COVID-19 protocols. OBJECTIVE: This analysis aimed to examine FLWs experiences of enforcing COVID-19 pandemic measures. METHODS: Between September 2020 and March 2021, in Ontario and Quebec (Canada), we conducted in-depth interviews about customer-related work and health risks with FLWs who interacted with the public (n = 40) and their supervisors (n = 16). Using a lens of situational analysis, verbatim transcripts were coded according to recurring topics. RESULTS: We found that enforcing public health measures placed already-precarious workers in difficult occupational health circumstances. Enforcement of measures created additional workplace responsibilities, stress, and exposed them to potentially negative reactions from customers. CONCLUSIONS: Interventions to better support these workers and improved methods of protection are discussed.
Hydroisomerization of n-hexadecane on Pt-containing silicone aluminum phosphate molecular sieves SAPO-11 with different silicon content
Authors: Agliullin M. R. , Khazipova A. N. , Akhmetov A. F. , Baulin O. A.
Published: September 2024

Objectives. To obtain silicone aluminum phosphate molecular sieves SAPO-11 with different silicon content, to determine their pore space and acidic properties, to apply 0.5 wt % to their surface Pt, and to evaluate the effectiveness of the use of n-hexadecane in the hydroisomerization reaction.

Methods. The chemical composition of the SAPO-11 molecular sieves obtained was determined by means of X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy using a Shimadzu EDX-7000P device. The radiographs of non-calcined SAPO-11 were recorded on a Shimadzu XRD-7000 diffractometer in CuKα radiation.

Results. Silicone aluminum phosphate molecular sieves SAPO-11 containing 0.5 wt % Pt on the surface were obtained from gels. As the SiO2/Al2O3 ratio increases, the number of acid centers increases. This then leads to an increase in the conversion of n-hexadecane. The selectivity of the formation of hydrocarbons of the structure decreases at the same time.

Conclusions. Silicone aluminum phosphate molecular sieves Pt-SAPO-11 were obtained. It was also found that the samples undergo n-hexadecane conversion.