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COVID-19 Pandemic, Economic Livelihoods, and the Division of Labor in Rural Communities of Delta and Edo States in Nigeria
Authors: Omorodion Francisca I. , Onokerhoraye Andrew G. , Eronmhonsele Job I. , Aitokhuehi Osagie J. , Abriku Jones O. , Hanson Kuukua C. , Edejeghwro Mercy O. , Imongan Ernest O.
Published: June 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic affected economic, social, health, and political aspects of most global, national, and local populations, including urban and rural communities. Government measures like lockdowns resulted in the closure of schools and businesses, while social distancing preventing group gatherings impacted public and private spaces. Based on key informants’ interviews with 36 participants drawn equally from three senatorial districts of Edo and Delta states of Nigeria, we analyzed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the type of work men and women do and division of household activities, such as cooking, child, and family care. The findings show that traditional gender role ideology (GRI) defines and shapes rural men’s and women’s work, with women more engaged in farming, rearing livestock, and trading while men are engaged in farming, rearing livestock, and carrying out skilled jobs like carpentry, plumbing, and blacksmithing. The lockdown of schools and workplaces resulted in women disproportionately bearing the burden of cooking and caring for children, the elderly, and the sick. A few rural men shared childcare, while women spent more time on housework and childcare activities than in the pre-pandemic period when children were in school for 6–7 h daily. During the pandemic, rural men and women spent more time with the children, such that rural women stayed at home or took children to the farms and marketplaces where possible. Older siblings and the elderly also provided support for women. In conclusion, work and family activities during COVID were, to an extent, difficult to manage as parents had to cope with increasing food insecurity, economic and transportation costs, and social deprivation fostered by social norms, values, and practices that perpetuate gender inequality and marginalization of women.
Design and Performance Analysis of a Small-Scale Prototype Water Condensing System for Biomass Combustion Flue Gas Abatement
Authors: Coccia Valentina , Barros Lovate Temporim Ramoon , Lunghi Leandro , Tryboi Oleksandra , Cotana Franco , Magrini Anna , Dondi Daniele , Vadivel Dhanalakshmi , Cartesegna Marco , Nicolini Andrea
Published: June 2024

This article outlines the design and performance of a flue gas condensation system integrated with a biomass combustion plant. The system comprises a biomass plant fuelled by wood chips, generating flue gases. These gases are condensed via a double heat exchanger set-up, extracting water and heat to reduce concentrations of CO, CO2, and NOx while releasing gases at a temperature close to ambient temperature. The 100 kW biomass plant operates steadily, consuming 50 kg of wood chips per hour with fuel energy of 18.98 MJ/kg. Post combustion, the gases exit at 430 °C and undergo two-stage cooling. In the first stage, gases are cooled in a high-temperature tube heat exchanger, transferring heat to air. They then enter the second stage, a flue gas/water heat exchanger, recovering sensible and latent thermal energy, which leads to water condensation. Flue gas is discharged at approximately 33 °C. Throughout, parameters like the flue gas temperatures, mass flow, fuel consumption, heat carrier temperatures, and water condensation rates were monitored. The test results show that the system can condense water from flue gas at 75 g/min at 22 °C while reducing pollutant emissions by approximately 20% for CO2, 19% for CO, 30% for NO, and 26% for NOx.
The Impact of a Company’s Management Strategy on Its Profitability, Stability, and Growth: A Focus on the Information Security Industry
Authors: Kang Hyun , Na Hyung Jong
Published: June 2024

This study concentrated on a business report that typically reveals a company’s non-financial information, aiming to uncover its strategic direction. Using text-mining techniques, the research extracted and analyzed the report’s overview sections, identifying key strategic themes categorized into the financial, customer, learning and growth, and internal process perspectives. The empirical analysis applied a two-stage model to assess how shifts in company strategies affect profitability, stability, and growth. This research provided insights into the management strategies and financial metrics within the information security sector, examining how strategic priorities shape financial health. The findings were as follows. Firstly, companies emphasizing financial strategies in their reports tended to exhibit higher profitability. Secondly, those focusing on customer-oriented strategies also reported greater profitability. Thirdly, companies prioritizing internal processes demonstrated increased organizational stability. Fourthly, an emphasis on learning and growth strategies was associated with lower stability but higher growth potential. This paper contributes to the field by offering a method to quantitatively analyze qualitative textual data, providing a more precise approach to understanding management strategies through direct content analysis of business reports. It also highlights the specific financial and strategic characteristics of information security firms, a relatively under-researched area, thereby offering valuable guidance for these companies in terms of strategic planning.
Agro-Ecological Practice for Sustaining Higher Productivity of Fennel Plant Using Alley Cropping System and Endophytic Fungi
Authors: Hammad Sabah A. , Bahnasy Magdi I. , Alzamel Nurah M. , Hussein Mona F. A. , Mahmoud Ahmed A. A. , Loutfy Naglaa
Published: June 2024

Sustainable ecological agriculture is achieved by regulating the benefits of trees. The application of leguminous trees as alley cropping protects and increases soil fertility, improves the quality of water by intercepting pesticides, changes the local climate, improves biodiversity, and thus improves productivity. In order to evaluate the impact of alley cropping upon the growth and productivity attributes of fennel, an experiment was carried out during two seasons. The experiment included eight treatments. Fennel seeds were cultivated between Sesbania alleys and treated with N and endophytic fungi according to the eight treatments. After harvesting the fennel, different parameters were determined and biochemical analyses were conducted. All of the alley cropping treatments showed remarkable superiority in all measures of fennel growth and productivity compared to the sole crop treatment. Among the different alley cropping treatments, applying Sesbania at 4 m spacing with N fertilizer and EF increased most of the studied parameters in terms of the least number of days from planting until harvesting of fennel, herb dry weight, number of umbels, fruit yield, essential oil, N, P, and K content, and pigments. In contrast, the highest plant height was recorded with fennel–Sesbania at 2 m spacing + N fertilizer + EF. Applying fennel–Sesbania at 6 m spacing + N fertilizer + EF treatment resulted in higher stem diameter and increased the number of main branches compared to the other treatments.
New Interpretation of Human–Land Relation: Differentiated Impacts of Global Demographic Transition on Carbon Emissions
Authors: Pan Zhilong , Wang Zhibao , Cui Xin
Published: June 2024

Demographic transition and environmental governance are the most prominent focal points of global concern in the 21st century. We quantitatively evaluate the distinct carbon emission impacts of the global demographic transition by regression models based on C–D production function. Our study highlights that while demographic transition boosts per capita economic growth, it adversely affects overall economic output and aggregate economic growth, highlighting significant reductions in carbon emissions as a result of these demographic changes. However, it has a negative contribution to overall economic output and economic growth. Meanwhile, demographic transition eventually reduces carbon emissions to some extent. The relationship between population urbanization and carbon emissions mainly conforms to an inverted U-shaped curve, while some of it does to a linear growth pattern. However, the relationship between population aging and carbon emissions mainly conforms to an inverted U-shaped pattern. The impacts of demographic transition on carbon emissions confirm the universality of the EKC law in the particular production function.
CLIMAEXTREMO: A New Risk Indicator for the Health Risk to Building Occupants during Extreme Weather Events in Portugal
Authors: Silva Carlos Santos , Fernandes Diana Vieira , Gomes Ricardo , Costa Francisco Pires , Pinto Ligia , Scuri Sabrina , Brito Andre , Nunes Baltazar , Silva Susana Pereira
Published: June 2024

Portugal is the country in Europe where the death rate in winter and summer has the highest correlation with outdoor temperatures. The Portuguese National Institute of Public Health Ricardo Jorge has developed a national warning system for heat waves called ICARO, which has been in place since 1999 (and is the oldest in Europe). However, it presents some limitations, namely, the low spatial resolution (five regions in Portugal’s mainland), the low temporal forecasting period (one day), and the fact that it was only accessible to health authorities until very recently. This work describes the development of a new public dashboard that uses a new early warning index for extreme weather events, the CLIMAEXTREMO index, which extends the current warning system by improving the current forecasting models for risk by integrating new sources of public data and increasing the spatial and time resolution of the warnings to the municipality or the parish level. The new index is a combination of a new model to estimate the relative mortality increase (updating the model used in ICARO) together with a model of the indoor temperature of building archetypes for all municipalities and a vulnerability index that considers socio-demographic economic indicators. This work discusses the results of the new risk indicator for the heat waves that occurred in Portugal at the end of June and mid-August 2023, and it shows that the index was able to indicate a high risk for the municipalities that had an increase in the number of deaths during that period.
Groundwater and Dissolved Gases Geochemistry in the Pesaro-Urbino Province (Northern Marche, Central Italy) as a Tool for Seismic Surveillance and Sustainability
Authors: Chemeri Lorenzo , Taussi Marco , Cabassi Jacopo , Capecchiacci Francesco , Randazzo Antonio , Tassi Franco , Renzulli Alberto , Vaselli Orlando
Published: June 2024

The Pesaro-Urbino province (PUP) (northern Marche, central Italy) is one of the most seismically active areas in Italy, with the most recent earthquakes (5.2 and 5.5 Mw) having occurred on 9 November 2022 with an epicenter located in the Adriatic Sea. A detailed geochemical and isotopic characterization of 87 groundwaters (and dissolved gases) circulating in the PUP was carried out to (i) unravel the geochemical processes controlling the water circulation, (ii) investigate the interplay between deep originated fluids and shallow aquifers, (iii) evaluate the reliability of specific geochemical parameters as tracers for seismic activity, and (iv) select the most suitable sampling sites to deploy a monitoring network to highlight possible compositional changes related to the regional and local tectonic activity. The geochemical dataset includes waters showing five different hydrochemical compositional facies: (i) calcium bicarbonate with low Total Dissolved Solids (TDS); (ii) calcium bicarbonate with relatively high concentrations of sulfate (>200 mg/L); (iii) sodium bicarbonate with pH > 8.8; (iv) calcium sulfate; (v) sodium chlorine. Two distinct groups of dissolved gases can be recognized: (a) N2-dominated gases with N2/Ar ratios similar to those of Air-Saturated Water (ASW); (b) CO2- and CH4-rich gases associated with high TDS and springs rich in S-bearing reduced species. The isotopic values of δ13C-CO2 and δ13C-CH4 suggest a predominant biogenic origin for both species with a negligible contribution from deep-seated fluids. The Ca-HCO3(SO4), Ca(Na)-SO4(Cl), and Na-HCO3 waters, being likely related to deep hydrological pathways, are the best candidates to be included in the monitoring network in the Pesaro-Urbino province. This will be of paramount importance in addressing the challenge of unravelling fluid geochemical precursors of earthquakes, thus increasing and improving seismic surveillance practices and hazard mitigation.
Evaluating the Quality and Safety of In-Office Rhinologic Procedures: A YO-IFOS Pilot Study
Authors: Lobo David , Calvo Christian , Maza-Solano Juan , Sowerby Leigh , Locatello Luca Giovanni , Saibene Alberto Maria , Chiesa-Estomba Carlos , Metwaly Osama , Zelenik Karol , Tucciarone Manuel , Psaltis Alkis , Nandhan Raghu , Lechien Jerome R. , Maniaci Antonino , Viera-Artiles Jaime , Alobid Isam
Published: June 2024

The primary objective of this pilot study was to identify which aspects of in-office rhinologic procedures (IORPs) warrant further attention and investigation in the future. The secondary objectives were to survey which IORPs are most common and to identify needs for education and training. A cross-sectional study was carried out following the Consensus-Based Checklist for Reporting of Survey Studies (CROSS). The survey collected demographic, organizational, quality, and safety aspects of IORPs and was electronically distributed to YO-IFOS members across five continents. A total of 194 surgeons completed the survey, and 172 respondents (88%) performed IORPs. Ninety-nine responders (51.5%) worked in an academic setting. Common procedures included powered polypectomy (48, 28.4%) and turbinate reduction (93, 54.1%). The main concerns were about patients’ tolerance (116, 76.3%) and about the safety of the procedure (102, 67.1%). The most important barriers to the diffusion of IORPs are concerns about the tolerance and safety of these procedures. It would be convenient to establish protocols for this type of procedure to ensure the greatest patient comfort based on evidence.
Correction: Lin, G.; Huang, H. The Dynamical and Kinetic Equations of Four-Five-Six-Wave Resonance for Ocean Surface Gravity Waves in Water with a Finite Depth. Symmetry 2024, 16, 618
Authors: Lin Guobin , Huang Hu
Published: June 2024

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Integrated Approach for Testing and Assessment for Developmental Neurotoxicity (DNT) to Prioritize Aromatic Organophosphorus Flame Retardants
Authors: Kreutz Anna , Oyetade Oluwakemi B. , Chang Xiaoqing , Hsieh Jui-Hua , Behl Mamta , Allen David G. , Kleinstreuer Nicole C. , Hogberg Helena T.
Published: June 2024

Organophosphorus flame retardants (OPFRs) are abundant and persistent in the environment but have limited toxicity information. Their similarity in structure to organophosphate pesticides presents great concern for developmental neurotoxicity (DNT). However, current in vivo testing is not suitable to provide DNT information on the amount of OPFRs that lack data. Over the past decade, an in vitro battery was developed to enhance DNT assessment, consisting of assays that evaluate cellular processes in neurodevelopment and function. In this study, behavioral data of small model organisms were also included. To assess if these assays provide sufficient mechanistic coverage to prioritize chemicals for further testing and/or identify hazards, an integrated approach to testing and assessment (IATA) was developed with additional information from the Integrated Chemical Environment (ICE) and the literature. Human biomonitoring and exposure data were identified and physiologically-based toxicokinetic models were applied to relate in vitro toxicity data to human exposure based on maximum plasma concentration. Eight OPFRs were evaluated, including aromatic OPFRs (triphenyl phosphate (TPHP), isopropylated phenyl phosphate (IPP), 2-ethylhexyl diphenyl phosphate (EHDP), tricresyl phosphate (TMPP), isodecyl diphenyl phosphate (IDDP), tert-butylphenyl diphenyl phosphate (BPDP)) and halogenated FRs ((Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TDCIPP), tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate (TCEP)). Two representative brominated flame retardants (BFRs) (2,2′4,4′-tetrabromodiphenyl ether (BDE-47) and 3,3′,5,5′-tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA)) with known DNT potential were selected for toxicity benchmarking. Data from the DNT battery indicate that the aromatic OPFRs have activity at similar concentrations as the BFRs and should therefore be evaluated further. However, these assays provide limited information on the mechanism of the compounds. By integrating information from ICE and the literature, endocrine disruption was identified as a potential mechanism. This IATA case study indicates that human exposure to some OPFRs could lead to a plasma concentration similar to those exerting in vitro activities, indicating potential concern for human health.
Assessment of Mycotoxin Exposure and Associated Risk in Pregnant Dutch Women: The Human Biomonitoring Approach
Authors: McKeon Hannah P. , Schepens Marloes A. A. , van den Brand Annick D. , de Jong Marjolein H. , van Gelder Marleen M. H. J. , Hesselink Marijn L. , Sopel Marta M. , Mengelers Marcel J. B.
Published: June 2024

Mycotoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced by various fungi that can contaminate food crops, which, in turn, may lead to human exposure. Chronic exposure to mycotoxins can cause adverse health effects including reproductive and developmental toxicity. Pregnant women and their foetuses present a vulnerable group for exposure to mycotoxins that can cross the placenta. Human biomonitoring of mycotoxins provides a real-life approach to estimate internal exposure. In this pilot study, 24-h urine samples from 36 pregnant Dutch women were analysed for aflatoxin M1 (AFM1), total deoxynivalenol (DON), de-epoxy-deoxynivalenol (DOM-1), total zearalenone (ZEN), total α-zearalenol (α-ZEL), total β-zearalenol (β-ZEL) and total zearalanone (ZAN), where ‘total’ refers to mycotoxins and their conjugated forms. Serum samples from these women were analysed for fumonisin B1 (FB1) and ochratoxin A (OTA). All samples were measured using liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). The most prevalent mycotoxins were total DON, total ZEN and OTA, with a detection frequency of 100%. DOM-1, total α-ZEL and total β-ZEL were detected but to a lesser extent, while AFM1, total ZAN and FB1 were undetected. Median concentrations were 4.75 μg total DON/L, 0.0350 μg DOM-1/L, 0.0413 μg total ZEN/L, 0.0379 μg total α-ZEL/L, 0.0189 μg total β-ZEL/L, and 0.121 μg OTA/L. The calculated median concentration for total ZEN and its metabolites was 0.105 μg/L. Based on two separate risk assessment approaches, total DON exposure in this group was considered to be of low concern. Similarly, exposure to total ZEN and its metabolites in this group was of low concern. For OTA, the risk of non-neoplastic effects was of low concern based on exposure in this group, and the risk of neoplastic effects was of low concern in the majority of participants in this group. The findings of this pilot study confirm the presence of mycotoxins in the urine and serum of pregnant Dutch women, with total DON, total ZEN, and OTA most frequently detected. Exposure to all measured mycotoxins was considered to be of low concern in this group, except for exposure to OTA, which was of low concern for the majority of participants. The study’s findings offer valuable insights but should be confirmed using a larger and more diverse sample of the Dutch general population.
HPV, HBV, and HIV-1 Viral Integration Site Mapping: A Streamlined Workflow from NGS to Genomic Insights of Carcinogenesis
Authors: Shen-Gunther Jane , Easley Acarizia
Published: June 2024

Viral integration within the host genome plays a pivotal role in carcinogenesis. Various disruptive mechanisms are involved, leading to genomic instability, mutations, and DNA damage. With next-generation sequencing (NGS), we can now precisely identify viral and host genomic breakpoints and chimeric sequences, which are useful for integration site analysis. In this study, we evaluated a commercial hybrid capture NGS panel specifically designed for detecting three key viruses: HPV, HBV, and HIV-1. We also tested workflows for Viral Hybrid Capture (VHC) and Viral Integration Site (VIS) analysis, leveraging customized viral databases in CLC Microbial Genomics. By analyzing sequenced data from virally infected cancer cell lines (including SiHa, HeLa, CaSki, C-33A, DoTc2, 2A3, SCC154 for HPV; 3B2, SNU-182 for HBV; and ACH-2 for HIV-1), we precisely pinpointed viral integration sites. The workflow also highlighted disrupted and neighboring human genes that may play a crucial role in tumor development. Our results included informative virus–host read mappings, genomic breakpoints, and integration circular plots. These visual representations enhance our understanding of the integration process. In conclusion, our seamless end-to-end workflow bridges the gap in understanding viral contributions to cancer development, paving the way for improved diagnostics and treatment strategies.
Spatiotemporal Fusion Prediction of Sea Surface Temperatures Based on the Graph Convolutional Neural and Long Short-Term Memory Networks
Authors: Liu Jingjing , Wang Lei , Hu Fengjun , Xu Ping , Zhang Denghui
Published: June 2024

Sea surface temperature (SST) prediction plays an important role in scientific research, environmental protection, and other marine-related fields. However, most of the current prediction methods are not effective enough to utilize the spatial correlation of SSTs, which limits the improvement of SST prediction accuracy. Therefore, this paper first explores spatial correlation mining methods, including regular boundary division, convolutional sliding translation, and clustering neural networks. Then, spatial correlation mining through a graph convolutional neural network (GCN) is proposed, which solves the problem of the dependency on regular Euclidian space and the lack of spatial correlation around the boundary of groups for the above three methods. Based on that, this paper combines the spatial advantages of the GCN and the temporal advantages of the long short-term memory network (LSTM) and proposes a spatiotemporal fusion model (GCN-LSTM) for SST prediction. The proposed model can capture SST features in both the spatial and temporal dimensions more effectively and complete the SST prediction by spatiotemporal fusion. The experiments prove that the proposed model greatly improves the prediction accuracy and is an effective model for SST prediction.
A Qualitative Investigation of Civic Engagement and Well-Being among Non-College-Bound Young Adults
Authors: Fenn Natalie , AlSanea Alia , McClean Ellie , Pearson-Merkowitz Shanna , Yang Manshu , Robbins Mark L.
Published: June 2024

Young adulthood is an important developmental milestone during which individuals could greatly benefit from health promotion tools. Civic engagement has been linked with positive mental health and well-being; however, little is known about civic behavior among young adults who do not attend college. We investigated the relationship between civic engagement and well-being among non-college-bound young adults (NCYAs). Investigators conducted semi-structured focus groups and interviews with 14 young adults (aged 18–25 years old) who were not enrolled in college. Using qualitative thematic analysis procedures, coders defined five key themes within the data pertaining to the intersection of civic engagement and mental health: (1) experiencing, witnessing, and believing in the fruits of civic engagement labor; (2) managing emotions and conflict; (3) balancing individual needs with those of the collective; (4) garnering social connectedness and support; and (5) acting in alignment with values. Participants described complex, bidirectional relationships between civic engagement and well-being. Participants experiencing empowerment and political efficacy resulting from their civic engagement experiences reported greater well-being. Some participants used civic engagement as a strategy to cope with distressing emotions, while others were civically disengaged to avoid conflict and negative affect. Participants described the need to attend to personal needs first before engaging in actions to help the collective. Connecting with others was a notable promoter of well-being among those who were civically active, although negative peer influence was also a notable detractor. Finally, participants described strong value systems and identities related to civic engagement. Civic engagement can elicit both positive and negative emotional, psychological, and social well-being. The results underscore potential mechanisms that mediate the civic engagement to well-being pathway, which can be used to inform efforts to engage and retain NCYAs in civic engagement. Interventionists should cultivate strong coping and conflict management skills among engagers to manage difficult emotions that arise before, during, and after civic activity if health outcomes are to be achieved.
Analysis of efficacy of various types of treatment for depression in foreign students from African countries
Authors:   Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education «Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba», Artemyeva M. S. , Shadrikova A. D. ,   Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education «Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba», Lazukova A. G. ,   Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education «Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba», Sokolov V. P. ,   Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education «Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba», Danilina N. O. ,   Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education «Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba»
Published: June 2024

This study compares the effectiveness of short-term individual cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychological educational training, and pharmacological treatment without psychotherapy in reducing levels of depression and stress among foreign medical students from African countries. Methods: The study included 71 first- to third-year students from various African countries. The participants were divided into three groups according to treatment tactics: 1) CBT; 2) pharmacological treatment with SSRI group antidepressants; 3) psychoeducational training. Before and after treatment, levels of depression (Beck Depression Inventory) and stress (PSM-25) were measured. Treatment satisfaction was assessed using a Likert scale. Results: Psychotherapy was significantly more effective than pharmacological treatment and psychoeducational training in reducing levels of depression (p≤0.01) and stress (p≤0.01). There were no significant differences between pharmacological treatment and training. Satisfaction with psychotherapy was higher than with pharmacological treatment (p≤0.01). Conclusions: Short-term individual CBT is more effective than pharmacological treatment and psychoeducational training in reducing symptoms of depression and stress among foreign medical students from Africa. Commitment to non-pharmacological methods and their subjective evaluation are higher than that for pharmacotherapy with antidepressants.
Problems of treating facial nerve paresis after removal of vestibulocochlear neurinoma
Authors:   Pavlov First St. Petersburg State Medical University, Emelyanov A. S. , Cherebillo V. Yu. ,   Pavlov First St. Petersburg State Medical University, Kurnukhina M. Yu. ,   Pavlov First St. Petersburg State Medical University, Gusev A. A. ,   Pavlov First St. Petersburg State Medical University, Brevdo A. M. ,   Pavlov First St. Petersburg State Medical University
Published: June 2024

Surgical treatment of facial paralysis after removal of tumors of the posterior cranial fossa and lateral part of the base of the skull remains a relevant issue and one of the most difficult problems in modern medicine and neurosurgery. Severe dysfunction of the facial nerve, accompanied by cosmetic, functional, and psychological disorders, is the cause of social maladjustment of patients. Based on current literature, the article provides an overview of various methods of surgical treatment of this pathology aimed at restoring facial expressions and symmetry.
Thrombus extraction in acute ischemic stroke: three years of experience at the regional vascular center
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Krasnoyarsk State Medical University named after Professor V. F. Voino-Yasenetsky» of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Regional State Budgetary Healthcare Institution «Regional Clinical Hospital, Shnyakin P. G. , Litvinyuk N. V. ,   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Krasnoyarsk State Medical University named after Professor V. F. Voino-Yasenetsky» of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Regional State Budgetary Healthcare Institution «Regional Clinical Hospital, Protopopov A. V. ,   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Krasnoyarsk State Medical University named after Professor V. F. Voino-Yasenetsky» of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Regional State Budgetary Healthcare Institution «Regional Clinical Hospital, Atanyan I. V. ,   Regional State Budgetary Healthcare Institution «Regional Clinical Hospital, Gavrilova A. O. ,   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Krasnoyarsk State Medical University named after Professor V. F. Voino-Yasenetsky» of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation,
Published: June 2024

From a modern perspective, the key to successful treatment of ischemic stroke is early reperfusion with systemic thrombolytic therapy and thrombus extraction. Thrombectomy is the only reliable method of recanalization in patients with thrombosis of a large cerebral artery. Despite the fact that thrombus extraction has proven its effectiveness in the treatment of acute ischemic stroke in a number of large randomized trials, there are still issues that have not been fully studied, on which there are controversial opinions among specialists. For instance, there is different information about whether direct thrombectomy or thrombus extraction after systemic thrombolysis is more effective and safer. Moreover, in accordance with modern procedures for providing care to patients with acute cerebral circulatory disorders, patients admitted in the «therapeutic window» should receive intravenous thrombolytic therapy even if thrombectomy is planned. Based on the analysis of 164 thrombus extractions in patients with acute ischemic stroke admitted to the regional vascular center in 2020–2023, the results of direct thrombus extraction and staged reperfusion (systemic thrombolytic therapy + thrombectomy) were compared. It has been found that compared to direct thrombus extraction, staged reperfusion provides more frequent achievement of 2b-3 recanalization (71.83 % and 78.49 %, respectively), accompanied by lower mortality (45 % and 23.66 %, respectively) and more frequent achievement of Rankin 0–2 functional status at the time of discharge (48.72 % and 61.96 %, respectively). The worst results were observed among patients with vascular occlusion in the vertebrobasilar basin, at TICI 0-2a and the age of patients over 80 years.
THEOLOGICAL DEFINITION OF THE ECUMENICAL PARADIGM AND THE VALUE SPECTRUM OF INTERFAITH SOCIAL PRACTICES
Authors: Vaskul Sviatoslav
Published: June 2024

The statement of basic materials. Ecumenism as a phenomenon originates in the Christian environment and its primary goal is to restore unity, first of all, between Christian denominations. An important component of ecumenical activity, which researchers single out, is the social dimension of ecumenism, the consequences of which are much easier to characterize in the social plane. It is worth noting that this dimension is important, given the fact that there are a large number of supporters of the ecumenical movement, who claim that the effectiveness of building ecumenical dialogue and achieving agreement in theological matters is largely determined by social unity, the development of cooperation in a social direction. The transfer of the emphasis of their ecumenical activity by Christian denominations to the sphere of social service, as a result of the confrontation with the difficulties that arose during the theological and dogmatic dialogue, created a favorable environment for the formation of a visible image of Christian unity, which is one of the main elements of the Church's mission in the world. §12 of the “Decree on Ecumenism” states that social cooperation should be aimed at: “proper appreciation of the dignity of the human person, nurturing the good of peace, applying evangelical principles in social life, developing the sciences and arts in the Christian spirit, (...) overcoming such tragedies today, such as hunger and natural disasters, illiteracy and the poor, lack of housing, unfair distribution of material goods.” Such cooperation will also contribute to better interdenominational knowledge of Christians and pave the way towards unity.
CRITICAL THINKING IN THE CONTEXT OF JEAN BAUDRILLARD'S POSTMODERN DISCOURSE
Authors: Voronkova Valentyna , Kyvliuk Olga , Nikitenko Vìtalina
Published: June 2024

Urgency of the research. The real world, subjectively disfigured by contexts, points of view, political-economic predilections, sentiments of the "target audience", etc., has been transformed into an information-virtual plane of communication, cooperation, ideologisation, mediation, recognition, and comprehension in general. The modern hyperreal world needs rational, sceptical, objective analysis - critical analysis, where the significance of critical thinking of the individual in the context of civilisational development requires theoretical conceptualisation and practical implementation. Target setting. The trends in the development of information space, the danger of forming a simulative consciousness, and the distortion of reality in the process of superimposing hyperreality, or virtualisation, create a dubious illusion of transformation of a critically thinking personality. Hence the problem of forming mass consciousness to critically assess information flows, react to the effects of reality (simulacra), and interpret them towards demanipulativeness and objectivity. Actual scientific researches and issues analysis. Postmodernists relied on the basic works of J. Baudrillard, J.- F. Lyotard, J. Derrida considering the philosophical paradigm. In the context of analysing critical thinking, the emphasis is placed on the works of J. Haber, D. Halpern, K. Stanowicz, R. Ennis, M. Scriven, R. Paul and others. The research objective. To conceptualise critical thinking as a type of model of thinking that requires philosophical self-reflection based on the appeal to postmodern discourse. The statement of basic materials. The article conceptualises the essential meaning of critical thinking, its functionality, and prospects of development through the prism of postmodern discourse with a focus on the theory of simulacra by J. Baudrillard. Critical thinking is seen as a means of developing a culture of thinking in a hyperreal/virtualised world, which is oriented towards the principles of rationality, objectivity, credibility, and the processes of intellectualisation, selfreflection, self-awareness, etc.
PHILOSOPHICAL AND ANTHROPOLOGICAL CONCEPTUALIZATION OF POLITICAL GEOGRAPHY
Authors: Chepyegin Igor
Published: June 2024

Actual scientific researches and issues analysis. Philosophical dimensions of space, society, and communities hold great significance today and have been the subject of study by both domestic and Western scholars. This theme has deep roots in philosophy and geography, with initial approaches linking the development of nations and peoples to their territories. These views found expression in geographic determinism, as seen in the works of Montesquieu, and the ideas of “geosophy” by J. K. Wright.
The research objective. The primary goal of this study is to provide a philosophical perspective on the complex nature of politics in the context of its interaction with various aspects of the geographical and cultural environment.
The statement of basic materials. The anthropological approach to political geography sheds light on the role of sociocultural factors in political processes, including: the influence of cultural values, religious beliefs, traditions, and language policies on political activities. The interplay between culture and politics, particularly in the perception of political candidates and the formation of political identities. The impact of globalization on political geography and the challenges it poses to politics and geopolitics.
Globalization affects politics and society by: increasing interdependence among countries and regions. Necessitating adaptation to changes in the global system and the development of effective political strategies. Influencing national political systems through global economics, international trade, and organizations.
Contemporary challenges and opportunities include: collaborative international decision-making and addressing global issues, such as climate change and mass migration. The role of the internet and social media in political communication, mobilization of civil society, and the dissemination of political information.
INTEGRITY AS A COMPONENT OF WORLDVIEW CULTURE AND A FACTOR OF CREATIVITY
Authors: Ponomarenko Oksana
Published: June 2024

Actual scientific researches and issues analysis. Philosophical reflections on the cultural-creative process are widely represented in both domestic and Western philosophical thought, particularly in the works of Y. Bystritskyi, M. Boichenko, S. Krymskyi, M. Kultaieva, N. Radionova, P. Sloterdijk, V. Sukhomlynskyi, and E. Fromm.
Productive ideas regarding the formation of integrity and worldview culture in educational and upbringing practices are traced in the works of V. Bekh, M. Boichenko, N. Boichenko, Yu. Boychuk, N. Dyichyk, I. Dorozhko, M. Drobotenko, H. Korzh, S. Kremen, M. Kultaieva, N. Radionova, S. Pylypenko, S. Pustovit, and M. Tryniak.
Despite the considerable attention from scholars, educators, and the public to the issue of integrity, the complexity of contemporary sociocultural development requires a comprehensive approach that considers both classical and modern scientific works, as well as encyclopedic publications on this subject.
The research objective. This article attempts to demonstrate the humanistic potential of philosophy and education in constructing contemporary strategies of integrity as productive life-creation in various spheres of human existence. In the changing contexts of the present, it aims to justify the role of culture as a resource in shaping integrity at both social and individual levels. The article seeks to unfold the cultural-creative resource of integrity and its influence on modern educational and upbringing practices.
The statement of basic materials. Despite diverse interpretations of the concept of integrity, it can be identified as a state of coherence and consistency between beliefs, decisions, and actions based on ethical values. In the philosophy of José Ortega y Gasset, a conception of noble life has emerged, characterized by active creativity, self-development, and the internal need for voluntary submission to a higher norm. Emphasizing duties over rights, Ortega y Gasset argues that “nobility obliges”. In contrast to virtuous noble life, he describes an inert state of relaxation, undisciplined behavior, irresponsibility, and an inability to adhere to any norms, even those considered ethical. This state is purposefully contrasted with integrity. Indicating that dishonesty is perilous for both individuals and society, it renders individuals defenseless against the influence of propaganda and manipulation. Society is also at risk of establishing authoritarian or totalitarian regimes. The organic connection between democracy and ethical principles is crucial, and courage is required to defend them despite associated risks. Education and art play significant roles in the pursuit of virtuous life. Theodor Adorno argues that they provide spaces where individuals can experience freedom. However, mass culture and semi-education may hinder individuals by culturally masking the antitheses of integrity.
PEACEMAKING AS A COMPONENT NATIONAL PATRIOTIC EDUCATION IN UKRAINE
Authors: Berezhnyi Leonid
Published: June 2024

Actual scientific researches and issues analysis. The study of the phenomenon of national-patriotic edu-cation is a cross-cutting line in the work of prominent Ukrainian artists: Lesya Ukrainka, M. Drahomanov, I. Franko, D. Chyzhevskyi, T. Shevchenko. At the current stage, the theoretical and methodological foundations in the study of this phenomenon are determined by the works of such Ukrainian scientists as: I. Bekh, Yu. Ivchenko, I. Kuchynska, and others. The issue of ethno-national specifics of civic and patriotic education has been widely discussed among modern Ukrainian philosophers, in particular, the works of E. Bystrytskyi, I. Bychko, M. Popovych, S. Proleev, O. Bily, R. Zymovets, and others. However, myth-making as a significant component of national-patriotic education requires separate theoretical investiga-tions.
The statement of basic materials. In all historical times, wars and armed conflicts have forced humanity to review the basic foundations of human and ethno-national existence, exacerbating the problem of finding one's own identity and relevant programs for optimizing patriotic and civic education. The experience of our people's long-term resistance in modern wars is evidence of love for the Motherland, developed effective patriotism among broad sections of the population, as well as the great peacemaking potential of Ukrainians, which crystallized over the centuries in the national self-consciousness of our ancestors and how the greatest treasure was carefully handed down to descendants. Thus, identity includes common values, customs, history, and language that define a community. This component is not material, it connects us together and fosters a sense of belonging and unity. at all times, Ukraine always followed the path of relying on its own forces, and this spirit was supported by their love of peace, because it was only through negotiations and treaties that one could form its state. worldview bipolarity and dissimilarity between the mentality of the modern Ukrainian people and the Russian one was formed under the influence of significant social, cultural and historical factors that testify to the authenticity of the “spirit” of Ukrainians.
The Ukrainian people were formed more under the influence of freedoms, as opposed to the imperial encroachments of the conquerors. By liberties, we understand the Cossacks, and this is the right of the common people to choose a hetman, unlike the empire, where there were no elections at all. To form a state in the 17th century. was not an easy option, because there were many empires nearby. Only the principles of peacemaking helped to form a state in Europe, a free person is the highest value and therefore this value must be protected, because peace is not the absence of conflicts, but the ability to cope with conflicts in peaceful ways.
THE ABSOLUTE VALUE OF LIFE IS THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLE OF MODERN ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS
Authors: Anatska Nataliіa , Kravchenko Iryna , Penyuk Vadim
Published: June 2024

Actual scientific researches and issues analysis. It is impossible to imagine solving modern environmental problems without studying the problems of environmental ethics and moral philosophy. Publications on environmental ethics and ethics of responsibility are available from H. Jonas, O. Leopold, and A. Schweitzer. They create an ontological ethics of values, where existence and preservation of existence occupy a central place. The concept of preservation of existence is supported by: A. Schopenhauer, A. Schweitzer, T. Mayer. Problems of the interaction of environmental ethics and science are put forward by O. Geffe, R. Holfeld, Y. Rau, I. Vogel and others. Ukrainian philosophers explore the principles of responsible politics, environmental ethics, philosophical problems of environmental education, philosophy of education: T. Hardashuk, O. Bazaluk, V. Baranivskyi, H. Berehova, V. Gur, A. Yermolenko, Z. Samchuk, M. Kiselyov, V. Krysachenko, K. Korsak, T. Chornoshtan and others. But regardless the significant contribution of philosophers, questions of environmental ethics, ethics for environmental education always need consideration.
The research objective. Show the necessity of the concept of ecovitalism for environmental ethics and its methodological foundations. Consider the formation of environmental ethics on the basis of the absolute value of life, which has an impact on the formation of life-value orientations of modern people, the implementation of the main values of environmental ethics in practice. Realize that the future of humanity depends on whether it realizes the need for environmental ethics, environmental responsibility, ecologically appropriate behavior to preserve life on our planet.
The statement of basic materials. The article examines the concept of ecovitalism, which is the basis of environmental ethics, primarily as an ecological support for life, focused not simply on the preservation of its natural foundations, but on the historically formed social attitude to nature as a value. At the same time, human activity, as a morally regulated life activity, is not based on purely natural determinations, but in a new quality of the natural-historical process, the basis of which is not nature itself, but the value of nature as a derivative of social progress. This gives grounds for asserting that the absolute value of life has becomes the main basis of modern environmental ethics. It is shown that environmental ethics is an important aspect in the formation of environmental education and creates new values for the preservation of human existence.
USE OF THE WORDWALL CLOUD SERVICE IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS OF A HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION
Authors: Halytskyi Oleksandr , Dzhurliak Andrii
Published: June 2024

Actual scientific researches and issues analysis. Various aspects of the implementation of modern cloud technologies in education are extensively discussed in the works of V. Bykov, O. Spirin, O. Hrybyuk, R. Hurevich, A. Hurzhiya, M. Zhaldaka, N. Morze, I. Voytovych, V. Franchuk, P. Mykytenko, and others.
The research objective. The task of this study is to analyze the capabilities of the WordWall cloud service. Familiarize yourself with the WordWall service - explore the available templates and learn how to create interactive exercises. Learn how to use WordWall in education.
The statement of basic materials At the current stage of the development of society, significant changes are taking place in the means and technologies of the dissemination and use of information, which has led to significant changes in the application of educational technologies, which contributes to the rather active implementation of distance and mixed forms of learning, as one of the directions of reforming the education system. The involvement of more modern services and their use make it possible to optimize the educational process, make it more efficient, and provide comfortable conditions for the participants of the educational process. Among the large number of cloud services, it is worth paying attention to the WordWall cloud service. The WordWall cloud service is a multifunctional toolkit for creating didactic educational materials and their further use during classes in various educational disciplines. This service makes it possible to create interactive exercises, as well as their printed versions (pdf format), which greatly simplifies the work of scientific and pedagogical workers in the absence of access to the global network.