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Exploring the Client-Therapist Relationship in Music Therapy
Authors: McIvor Denise Straume Hansen
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Most of the existing literature on the therapeutic relationship in music therapy rests on the researcher’s point of view. Hence, there is a limited amount of research that focuses on what creates a helpful client-therapist relationship from the client’s perspective. This study aimed to explore what participants from various psychiatric units at different hospitals in Norway find to be helpful characteristics in the client-therapist relationship in music therapy.Method: Four participants were interviewed using in-depth semi-structured interviews focusing on their perspectives on what creates a helpful client-therapist relationship in music therapy. Through the use of interpretative phenomenological analysis, two superordinate themes, each with four following subordinate themes, were developed.Results: Two super-ordinate themes were developed, namely “Power relations” and “Feeling safe and being challenged.” The participants expressed that “to not feel judged,” “the use of layman’s language,” “informality, flexibility, and collaboration in treatment,” as well as “trust” and “honesty” are important elements for a helpful client-therapist relationship.Discussion: The findings presented in this article, are discussed in relation to theory from psychology, music therapy, and previous studies from the field of mental healthcare. All participants spoke about previous experiences of power imbalance in mental health care. The findings suggest that a relationship that is based on equality and mutual respect contributes to a feeling of trust – all of which are proposed as helpful characteristics in the client-therapist relationship in music therapy.
THERMAL ANALYSIS OF BI-DIRECTIONAL FUNCTIONALLY GRADED PLATES SUBJECTED TO HEAT GENERATION
Authors: Yarımpabuç Durmus , Eker Mehmet , Yıldırım Ramazan
Published: November 2023

The two-dimensional steady-state heat transfer problem is analyzed under the most general boundary conditions in a
heterogeneous environment. It is assumed that the internal heat generation varies arbitrarily in two directions, while
the thermal conductivity coefficient of the material is bi-directly (thickness-length) graded with the Mori-Tanaka
model. The linear inhomogeneous partial differential equations produced under these conditions may not be solved
by conventional methods. The governing equation of the system is numerically solved with high accuracy using the
2D pseudospectral Chebyshev method. Benchmark problems are used to check the accuracy of the method. It has been
observed that the effect of volumetric heat generation on the temperature distribution is more than the heat transmission
coefficient. Besides, this method is simple and effective and can be easily applied to such problems.
ADVECTION AND DEPOSITION OF MICRODROPLETS IN STAGNATION POINT FLOW
Authors: Javed Md Shamser Ali , Ajaev Vladimir S.
Published: November 2023

We investigate trajectories of microscale evaporating droplets in a stagnation point flow near a wall of a respiratory airway. The configuration is motivated by the problem of advection and deposition of microscale droplets of respiratory fluids in human airways during transmission of infectious diseases, such as tuberculosis and COVID-19. Laminar boundary layer equations are solved to describe the airflow while the equations of motion of the droplet include contributions from gravity, aerodynamic drag, and Saffman force. Evaporation is accounted for at both the droplet surface
and the wall of the respiratory airway and is shown to delay droplet deposition as compared to the predictions of isothermal models. Evaporation at the airway wall has a stronger effect on droplet trajectories than evaporation at the droplet surface, leading to droplets being advected away by the flow and thus avoiding deposition in the stagnation point flow region.
Evaluating the activities of the authorities in developing social infrastructure of urbanized spaces
Authors:   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Rogach Olga V. , Frolova Elena V. ,   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
Published: November 2023

Introduction: the article deals with the problems in the activities of the authorities in developing the infrastructural profile of urbanized spaces. Objectives: to analyze the activities of the authorities in developing the social infrastructure of urbanized spaces based on the interpretation of the assessments from the residents of these territories. Methods: questionnaire survey of Russian cities residents conducted in January–February 2023. The final sample included 65 regions of the Russian Federation, 844 respondents. The study was exploratory in nature. During the analysis of the data obtained, the following methods as comparative analysis, analysis of random contingency tables with the calculation of Pearson’s χ2 index were used. Results: residents of large cities give higher estimates of the infrastructure development level (the average values for the sample higher by 14.7 pps). Small towns and rural settlements are in a more vulnerable position, 2/3 of the population living there assesses the social infrastructure development level as medium or low. An analysis of the respondents’ answers revealed an expected relationship between the assessments of the level of infrastructure development profile and the authorities efficiency. Despite a rather high satisfaction with the social infrastructure in general, the study identified key problems in the development of urbanized spaces, namely: difficulties in obtaining quality medical care (45.9 %), poor quality of engineering communications (34.1 %), bad roads (28.2 %). The following were named as reasons for the insufficient level of infrastructure development: unreasonable spending of budget funds (59.8 %), corruption in government bodies (54.1 %). Conclusions: the results of the study showed that evaluation of infrastructure development level is determined by the respondents’ socio-demographic characteristics (income level, gender, age). It has been established that the indicators of trust in the authorities related to decisionmaking in developing infrastructure and the assessment of the activities of power structures are closely related. At the same time, trust forms a higher level of the Russians readiness to participate in city development practices
Közúti műtárgyak szerepe az autópályák átjárhatóságában szőrmés ragadozófajok esetében
Authors: Tari Tamás , Reinhoffer István
Published: November 2023

Habitat fragmentation is one of the factors that have a negative influence on the ecosystem and is caused primarily by human activities. In this process, natural habitats (biotopes) may disappear or break up. Isolation is mainly caused by linear transportation networks. Motorways and expressways have the highest isolation effect due to the existence of fences, the wide carriageway and the intensive traffic. In our research, we investigated medium-sized concrete box culverts using sand benches. The recorded traces were used to determine the species that used the culverts. Based on our results, we could not describe a linear increase in culvert use. However, we observed seasonal variation. We distinguished a summer-autumn season with high use and a winter-spring season with low use. The most frequent species was the red fox, followed by small carnivores and, last, the badger. Among these, the results for badger suggest that the opening rate of the passages was not optimal, since this species had the highest rate of return. Our results suggest that the road structures we studied are suitable for reducing habitat fragmentation effects.
Exploring the Impact of Academic Psychological Capital Resources on Student Engagement at Undergraduate Level: The Mediating Role of Faculty Support
Authors: SULTANA Zınat , WAHID Mahmud
Published: November 2023

Students’ engagement in academic activities is the major dominating factor for their academic success along with their educational institution because disengaged students are more likely to have behavioral issues, suffer academically, and drop out. To create a conducive learning environment, it is indispensable to understand the nature of student participation in tertiary education. The current study was initiated to explore the level of students’ engagement in higher education and the influence of students’ socio-demographic factors and individual academic psychological capital resources including academic self-efficacy and resilience on students’ engagement. It also intended to examine the direct and mediating role of faculty support in prior relationships. A structured questionnaire was developed to collect data. 242 undergrad students sampled from a renowned private University in Dhaka city of Bangladesh. In conjunction with other statistical techniques, to investigate the direct correlation of academic self-efficacy, academic resilience, and teachers' support with students' engagement as well as the mediation impact, structural equation modelling was primarily used with SmartPLS software. According to the study, faculty support and educational psychological capital resources were favourably associated with students’ engagement. Furthermore, the study also revealed that the relationship between academic self-efficacy and resilience with the students' engagement was partially mediated by faculty support. The study offered a number of recommendations for emphasizing the psychological aspects of students' academic well-being as well as the assistance provided by teachers, both of which unquestionably stimulate students and improve their academic success.
The Effect of Active Learning Methods on Middle School Students’ Entrepreneurship Skills in Social Studies Course
Authors: ERYILMAZ Önder , DİLEK Merve , DEVECİ Handan
Published: November 2023

This research aimed to determine the effect of active learning methods on middle school students' entrepreneurship skills in social studies lessons. A mixed method experimental design was adopted in the research. The research study group consisted of 59 middle school students, 29 of whom were in the experimental group and 30 in the control group. A multilevel mixed-method sampling strategy was used to determine the study group. In the research, Entrepreneurship Scale for Middle School Students, semi-structured interviews, anecdotal records, and a checklist were used as data collection tools. In order to determine the effectiveness of active learning methods, one-way covariance analysis, in which the pre-test scores were determined as the covariate, was employed between the post-test scores of the experimental and control groups. The inductive analysis approach was adopted in the analysis of qualitative data. It was found that the active learning methods had a significant and positive effect on the experimental group. The students stated that the active learning methods applied in the social studies lessons contributed to developing their entrepreneurial skills, establishing a competitive environment among the students and the group work opportunity. Furthermore, the students found active learning methods fun and instructive, increasing participation and motivation for the lesson.
Ведущие мировые интеллектуалы о будущем
Authors:   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Куренной Виталий , Хестанов Руслан ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Сувалко Александр ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Фигура Мария ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Космарский Артем ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Картавцев Владимир ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Колесникова Алена ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики»
Published: November 2023

Доклад подготовлен сотрудниками Института исследований культуры Факультета городского и регионального развития по стратегическому проекту «Национальный центр научно-технологического и социально-экономического прогнозирования» по программе развития университета в рамках участия в программе Минобрнауки России «Приоритет 2030». Программа «Приоритет 2030» реализуется в рамках национального проекта «Наука и университеты».
HSE Global Cities Innovation Index 2023
Authors:   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Boos Victoria , Gokhberg Leonid ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Ivanova Ekaterina ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Kutsenko Evgeniy ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Ostashchenko Tatyana ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Snegirev Alexander ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Streltsova Ekaterina ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Tyurchev Kirill ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики»
Published: November 2023

HSE Global Cities Innovation Index (HSE GCII 2023) has been developed by the Russian Cluster Observatory of the National Research University Higher School of Economics Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge. It presents a measurement tool to evaluate the competitive edge of cities in terms of their attractiveness for the innovation economy leaders. The ranking is based on a comprehensive approach to assessing innovation that covers the analysis of technological development, creative industries, and urban environment. The study is based on a specially developed system comprising 74 indicators calculated for 200 global cities with the use of recognized international data sources. The report presents ranking scores and examines key factors of attracting the world’s most successful innovation economy individuals to cities. It also discloses the ranking algorithm and provides detailed methodological comments. The publication includes 100 city profiles with full information about their rankings according to each indicator. The publication will be of practical interest to a wide range of readers, including technology entrepreneurs and researchers, artists and representatives of creative industries, urban governance practitioners, and professionals involved in the development of specific innovation economy sectors
Научно-техническая политика: семантический атлас
Authors:   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Бредихин Сергей , Гершман Михаил ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Кузнецова Татьяна ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Лобанова Полина ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Логинова Ирина ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики», Сварчевская Мария ,   Национальный исследовательский университет «Высшая школа экономики»
Published: November 2023

Издание подготовлено с использованием системы интеллектуального анализа больших данных iFORA, разработанной Институтом статистических исследований и экономики знаний Национального исследовательского университета «Высшая школа экономики». Рассмотрены ключевые направления научно-технической политики в России и в мире, включая: стратегическое управление, регулирование науки, финансирование, развитие кадрового потенциала и инфраструктуры, кооперации с бизнесом и взаимодействия с обществом. Источниками информации послужили российские и международные документы научно-технической политики за период 2016–2022 гг
Resource 6: rEV Fluorescent Detector Setting Incrementation v1
Authors: M Cook Sean , A. Tang Vera , Lannigan Joanne , Jones Jennifer , A Welsh Joshua
Published: November 2023

Flow cytometry (FCM) is a common extracellular particles (EPs), including viruses and extracellular vesicles (EVs), characterization method. Frameworks such as MIFlowCyt-EV exist to provide reporting guidelines for metadata, controls, and data reporting. However, tools to optimize FCM for EP analysis in a systematic and quantitative way are lacking. Here, we demonstrate a cohesive set of methods and software tools that optimize FCM settings and facilitate cross-platform comparisons for EP studies. We introduce an automated small particle optimization (SPOT) pipeline to optimize FCM fluorescence and light scatter detector settings for EP analysis and leverage quantitative FCM (qFCM) as a tool to further enable FCM optimization of fluorophore panel selection, laser power, pulse statistics, and window extensions. Finally, we demonstrate the value of qFCM to facilitate standardized cross-platform comparisons, irrespective of instrument configuration, settings, and sensitivity in a cross-platform standardization study utilizing a commercially available EV reference material.
Vesicle Fusion on SiO2 Substrates v2
Authors: Voce Nicole , Stevenson Paul
Published: November 2023

This protocol outlines the steps to produce large area, uniform supported lipid bilayers on SiO2 substrates with or without patterned features.
An overview of growth factors as the potential link between psoriasis and metabolic syndrome. v1
Authors: Matwiejuk Mateusz
Published: November 2023

Psoriasisis a chronic, complex, immunologically mediated, systematic disease that cannot only affect the skin but also the joints, and nails. It may coexist withvarious other disorders such as depression, psoriatic arthritis, cardiovasculardiseases, diabetes mellitus, and metabolic syndrome. In particular, thepotential link between psoriasis and metabolic syndrome is worthy of anattention issue. A dysregulated level of growth factors could potentiallycontribute to the disturbances of keratinocyte proliferation, inflammation, andseverity of itch. However, thepathophysiology of psoriasis and its comorbidities, such as metabolic syndrome,remain incompletely elucidated. Growth factors and their abnormal metabolism maybe the potential link connecting this conditions. Overall, the objective ofthis review is to analyze the role of growth factors disturbances in psoriasisand in metabolic syndrome.
Reliability modeling based on multiple wiener degradation-shock competing failure process and dynamic failure threshold
Authors: Shangguan Anqi , Feng Nan , Fei Rong
Published: November 2023

Given multiple degradation failure and shock failure processes within the complex system during operation, a reliability model that combines the degradation-shock competing failure process and dynamic failure threshold is modeled. The Wiener process with random effects is considered the degradation process model, which includes random effects to account for the heterogeneity among system units. Then, the extreme shock model with a dynamic failure threshold is used to depict the random shock. The copula function is carried out to illustrate the correlation between multiple degradation processes, the reliability model is constructed further. To verify the application of this model, a numerical case and a micro-electro-mechanical system comprising two micro-mechanical resonators are employed. The parameter sensitivity of the proposed model is analyzed. The study results show that the reliability model, which combines the Wiener process with random effects and the dynamic failure threshold, more accurately reflects the actual operational state of the complex system.
THE UNDERSTANDING OF LEARNER INTEGRATION IN A SELECTED EX-MODEL C SCHOOL
Authors: Kanyopa Theresia Joakin , Hlale Dipane Joseph
Published: November 2023

Learner integration has become an asset for the meaningful resettlement of learners from different backgrounds in a one learning environment. Psychologically, the learner integration phenomenon is a crucial component in a teaching and learning context because it is linked to psycho-socio elements for the learners’ well-being. This study aimed to explore the understanding of learner integration in an Ex-Model C school. This paper identified the central elements of the diverse perceptions constituting successful learner integration in an Ex-Model C school. Moreover, the key traits in the understanding of learner integration were presented about the three overall themes that emerged from the findings of the study. The study was conceptualised within the Critical Emancipatory Research (CER) theoretical framework. The participants and research site were selected using purposive and convenience sampling. Data were generated through photovoice and multi-stakeholder meetings. Based on the South African historical background, this study maintains that learner integration has a transformative agenda as the phenomenon leans towards the democracy, social justice, and emancipation of education practices that are negatively affected by the inherent issues from the previous education system in South Africa. This implies that effective learner integration plays an essential part in ensuring equity, equality, and democracy in South African schools specifically Ex-Model C schools.
THE COMMON FOREIGN AND SECURITY POLICY OF THE EUROPEAN UNION IN THE CONTEXT OF UKRAINE’S EU MEMBERSHIP PROSPECTS
Authors:   The State Institution «Institute of World History of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine», Kyiv, Ukraine, Poshedin Oleh
Published: November 2023

The article examines Ukraine’s Answers to the EU Questionnaire on the Application for Membership in the Chapter Foreign Security and Defense Policy and the European Commission’s Opinion on Ukraine’s application for membership in the European Union. It was found that to understand all the obligations arising for Ukraine in the field of the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the EU, knowledge of the documents defining this policy is necessary, in particular the Treaty on European Union, Global Strategy for the European Union’s Foreign and Security Policy 2016, as well as the Strategic Compass for Security and Defence of 2022. In the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine, sanctions policy is gaining particular importance. In this context, it is underway to update sanctions legislation to bring it closer to EU practices. Additional work is needed on preventing and combatting illicit trafficking in weapons, ammunition, and explosives. The ratification of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and its related instruments remains an outstanding issue. These issues require increased attention because they will be directly considered during negotiations on Ukraine’s membership in the EU. It is proposed to analyze the new Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) projects, which were established in 2023, and primarily take into account the experience of the war that Russia is waging against Ukraine. Joining the PESCO projects will contribute to the interoperability of the Ukrainian defense forces with similar structures of the EU member states and increase the defense capability of Ukraine. It is proposed to increase the awareness of the citizens of Ukraine regarding the goals and tasks of the European Union in the foreign policy arena, in particular by expanding the study of the problems of the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the EU in higher education institutions of Ukraine.
Kastamonu Yöresinde Üretilen Göknar Kozalak Pekmez ve Sıvı Şuruplarının Bazı Fiziksel ve Kimyasal Özelliklerinin Karşılaştırılması
Authors: Çetinkaya Turgay , Karacaoğlan Volkan , Bayıl Oguzkan Sibel
Published: November 2023

Pinaceae familyasına ait olan Göknar ağacının Kastamonu Ilgaz dağlarında yetişen Abies Nordmanniana türü son yıllarda sağlık üzerine etkilerinden dolayı halk arasında yaygın olarak kullanılmaktadır. Bu çalışmada yöreye özgü Göknar (abies) ağacının kozalaklarından geleneksel yöntemlerle elde edilen pekmez ve şurupların pH, asitlik derecesi, renk ve elektriksel iletekenlik gibi bazı fiziksel ve kimyasal analizleri yapıldı. Fourier Dönüşümlü Kızılötesi Spektroskopisi (FTIR) yöntemi ile de kimyasal karakterizasyon analizleri yapıldı ve cihazın kütüphanesinde tespit edilen bileşenler yorumlandı. Spektrumların 1200–900 cm-1 dalga boyu aralığında, şekerlerin eklenmesiyle birlikte yeni bantlar ortaya çıktığı gözlemlendi. Göknar kozalak pekmezinde ilave edilen pancar şekerinin düşük sıcaklıkta uzun süre kaynatma yöntemi kullanılarak üretilmesinin poliakrilamid oluşumunu engellediği tespit edildi. Göknar kozalak şurubunda ise 5- hidroksimetilfurufural (5-HMF) yapısal analiz sonucunda tespit edilmemiş olup yüksek sıcaklıkta üretimin gerçekleşmesi ile poli-akrilamid yapıların olduğu belirlendi. Pekmez ve şurup numuneleri kendi aralarında kıyaslandığında, üretim yönteminin, üretim sıcaklık ve süresinin gıdanın içeriğinde meydana getirdiği değişiklikler bu çalışmada ilk defa ortaya konuldu.
Ambulatory Percutaneous Coronary Angioplasty: a safe resource for low income countries
Authors: Cruz Licurgo , Grullón-Rodríguez Helio , López-Bencosme Yanely , Wu Ka , Martinez Anthony
Published: November 2023

Background: Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) stands as the most employed coronary revascularization technique today. By the year 2020, more than 965,000 PCI procedures were performed in the United States. However, the growing demand for this procedure poses several challenges. It leads to a substantial occupancy of hospital beds, extended waiting times, increased procedural costs, and a heightened demand for healthcare personnel, all of which contribute to a reduction in the quality of care for patients with medical emergencies. Therefore, this research aims to assess the short-term safety of ambulatory percutaneous coronary intervention in carefully selected patients. Aims: The primary objective of this study is to determine the short-term safety of implementing ambulatory percutaneous coronary intervention in a middle-income country. Methods: This retrospective, single-center study was conducted in Santiago, Dominican Republic. The study population consisted of patients who underwent percutaneous coronary angioplasties between January and December 2022. Seventy patients who met the predefined inclusion criteria were included in the final sample. These patients were discharged within 24 hours of the procedure and subsequently contacted at 24-48 hours and 7-14 days post-procedure by the healthcare staff to monitor for any signs or symptoms of complications stemming from the intervention. Results: The study identified a few complications, with no abnormalities reported in 98.6% of patients. Hematoma emerged as the most observed alteration, and no major adverse cardiac events (MACE) were recorded. From the patient's perspective, individuals expressed satisfaction with the same-day discharge throughout the follow-up period, which extended to 7-14 days post-procedure. Conclusion: Ambulatory percutaneous coronary angioplasty was found to be a safe procedure, particularly in patients meeting specific low-case complexity criteria.
Assessing challenges and opportunities of treating breast cancer in Lesotho
Authors: Ramathebane Maseabata , Maja Lineo , Sooro Mopa , Sello Molungoa , Mokhethi Motselisi , Mputsoe Kabelo
Published: November 2023

Background: It has been estimated that, more than 60% of the new breast cancer cases and 70% of related deaths will be seen in Low-Middle Income Countries in the coming 20 years. In Lesotho, out of 228 women, 177 had heard about breast cancer while 72.9% had heard of breast cancer screening. Given limited treatment facilities and options in Lesotho, many patients die soon after diagnosis, before they are able to access treatment; to date this cannot be quantified. Another challenge that affects breast cancer management is treatment and travel-related costs, particularly for those not living close to the medical centre. Most patients are coming with advanced disease stage and are sent home for home-based care, some of which could have been prevented with early screening. Aim: The aim of study is to determine challenges faced by breast cancer patients, the cost to the health system and the opportunities this may bring to the country. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional, prospective and retrospective study was conducted on 45 breast cancer patients who were initiated chemotherapy at the only cancer treatment centre in Lesotho; Senkatana oncology clinic located at the Botshabelo complex in Maseru. Results: The majority of patients were facing challenges of arranging transport to the doctor (83.3%, n=15), of being far from the healthcare facilities even if transportation was available (77.8%, n=14), paying for healthcare (83.3%, n=15), paying for transport (77.8%, n=14) and paying for diagnostic test (88.9%, n=16) in all ages. Majority of patients who presented for care and treatment late faced challenges more than those who presented earlier. Diagnostic and monitoring laboratory test constituted 64.5% of total direct medical costs followed by 24.7 % from chemotherapy. Conclusion: The challenges faced by breast cancer patients are of financial and practical nature and they get higher for patients who presented at advanced stage for care and treatment. In order to improve breast cancer care and treatment outcome at lower costs efforts for breast cancer awareness need to be intensified so that patients presented early at the health centers. In term of direct medical cost, the largest cost came from the diagnostic and monitoring laboratory tests.
Approach Paper: Extended Country Program Evaluation, Paraguay 2014-2023
Authors: Legarreta Regina , Galinsky Damian , Barcellos Andreia
Published: November 2023

This approach paper describes the evaluation methodology and criteria and evaluation questions to be used in preparing the Extended Country Program Evaluation (XCPE) Paraguay 2014-2023, as well as the team and indicative timeline. The document is structured into five sections and one annex that provides supplementary information. Following this introduction, Section II will contextualize the evaluation, explaining the country's development challenges and government priorities (National Development Plan 2030). Section III describes the country strategies approved by the IDB Group over the period 2014-2023 and the country program whose definition is stipulated in the Protocol. Section IV describes the evaluation methodology and criteria, and Section V provides details of the XCPE team and timeline.
Slovensko podeželje in ekološka kriminaliteta
Authors: Eman Katja , Meško Gorazd
Published: November 2023

Kriminaliteta na podeželju je najpogosteje usmerjena zoper naravno okolje, prebivalce, predvsem pa kmetije in kmete. Vključuje širok nabor kaznivih dejanj, katerih narava in kontekst sta omejena izključno na ruralna območja, npr. vandalizem na poljih ali predmetih; nezakonito odlaganje odpadkov; poškodovanje ali zloraba živali; nezakonit lov, tatvine vode iz namakalnih sistemov. V prispevku predstavljamo stališča prebivalcev o ekološki kriminaliteti na podeželju iz študije, ki je bila v slovenskem prostoru izvedena v letih 2021 in 2022. Rezultati so pokazali, da anketiranci kot problematične oblike nezakonitih dejanj zoper okolje zaznavajo odlaganje odpadkov, onesnaževanje in ogrožanje pridelkov ter mučenje živali in uničevanje gozdov. Kot manj problematične pa so označili gojenje nezakonitih pridelkov oziroma proizvodnjo drog ter nezakonit lov in ribolov. Na koncu razpravljamo o možnostih odzivanja na identificirane oblike ekološke kriminalitete na podeželju, ki bi bile dostopne in sprejemljive za prebivalce slovenskega podeželja.
Manifesting smart tourism destinations: A study based on selected Himalayan cities in India
Authors: Jasrotia Aruditya , Gangotia Amit
Published: November 2023

In urban planning, the term smartness is considered as a philosophic dimension which enables smarter strategic decisions and directions. The involvement of information technology in the functioning of the daily life of cities is directed towards the development of smart cities. Smart tourism destinations can also implement smartness by employing suitable tourism applications within a smart city. The purpose of the study is to explore the enabling factors for establishing smart tourism destinations in the Indian Himalayas. This research used a qualitative methodology and conducted interviews with relevant stakeholders from the study areas, Jammu and Dharamshala. The data collected were recorded, transcribed and coded with the help of NVivo 12, in order to carry out thematic and content analysis. The findings of the study showcase that community welfare, information communication technology, quality of life, sociocultural heritage, stewardship, sustainable development and tourism resources are the enabling factors for smart tourism destinations in the context of the selected Himalayan cities in India. This study will be beneficial for destination managers for assessing destination smartness, and further, for researchers who want to study smart tourism destinations.
USE OF THE DYNAMIC LIGHT SCATTERING TO ASSESS THE EFFICIENCY OF SEPARATION OF SUSPENDED AND COLLOIDAL PARTICLES IN RIVER WATERS BY FILTRATION AND CENTRIFUGATION
Authors: Shulkin Vladimir M.
Published: November 2023

Link for citation: Shulkin V.M. Use of the dynamic light scattering to assess the efficiency of separation of suspended and colloidal particles in river waters by filtration and centrifugation. Bulletin of the Tomsk Polytechnic University. Geo Аssets Engineering, 2023, vol. 334, no. 10, рр. 88-97. In Rus.
The relevance of the study is stipulated by the need to control the completeness and accuracy of the separation of suspended and colloidal particles using filtration and centrifugation methods during the analysis of the chemical composition of river waters. The main goal: to test and evaluate the possibility of using the method of dynamic light scattering to monitor the effectiveness of separation of suspended and colloidal particles of river waters by filtration and centrifugation. Objects: waters of typical rivers of the south of the Russian Far East with different levels of anthropogenic load and landscape structure of watersheds, which leads to obvious variations in the concentration levels of dissolved, colloidal and suspended forms of chemical elements in rivers, as well as to different content and grain size composition of suspended matter. Methods: measurement of the dynamic light scattering intensity, including its size distribution, using the Photocor COMPACT Z device in unfiltered samples of river waters, as well as in the filtrates through capsule and membrane filters with varying degrees of clogging, and in the supernatants obtained under various conditions. At the same time, the sum content of suspended and coarse-colloidal particles in the initial samples of river waters was determined gravimetrically after filtration through membrane filters with a pore size of 0,45 μm. Results. The dynamic light scattering intensity in unfiltered river waters demonstrates a significant linear dependence on the suspension content in the range of 5–150 mg/l, determined gravimetrically. In filtrates via a membrane or capsule filter of 0,45 μm, the dynamic light scattering intensity does not depend on the suspension content in the unfiltered samples. Analysis of the size distribution of dynamic light scattering intensity in the unfiltered samples, and in the filtrates confirms the removal efficiency of particles larger than 0,45 μm both at the filtration through membrane or capsule filters, and at the centrifugation for 30' at 4500 rpm. Dynamic light scattering allows characterizing the efficiency of separation of suspended and coarse-colloidal particles in river waters from thin colloids and dissolved forms using membrane and capsule filters, as well as centrifugation. Thus, it becomes possible to control the processes of filters clogging and choose the optimal method for separation of suspended and colloidal particles at the chemical analysis of river waters.
ALGORITHM FOR SUBSTANTIATING FACILITIES SELECTION FOR INTRODUCTION OF OIL PRODUCTION INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN THE CONDITIONS OF THE LOWER CRETACEOUS DEPOSITS OF WESTERN SIBERIA
Authors: Mukhametshin Vyacheslav V. , Kuleshova Lyubov S.
Published: November 2023

Link for citation: Mukhametshin V.V., Kuleshova L.S. Algorithm for substantiating facilities selection for introduction of oil production innovative technologies in the conditions of the lower cretaceous deposits of Western Siberia. Bulletin of the Tomsk Polytechnic University. Geo Аssets Engineering, 2023, vol. 334, no. 10, рр. 179-186. In Rus.
The research relevance due to significant residual oil reserves, concentrated in Cretaceous deposits of the West Siberian oil and gas province, which require the creation of innovative oil production technologies. The important issue in this case is the selection of facilities for experimental industrial work. The main criterion for such selection is the maximum possible analog facilities availability, which will allow efficient technologies replication to improve the technical and economic indicators of facilities with a significant amount of hard-to-recover residual oil reserves. The aim of the research is to create an algorithm for selecting oil production facilities in the conditions of the Western Siberia fields for innovative technologies implementation. Methods: geological and commercial analysis, methods from the image recognition theory when processing geological and commercial material arrays for deposits that have been in development for a long time. Results. The authors proposed an algorithm for selecting development facilities for implementation of innovative technologies at the Lower Cretaceous facilities of the West Siberian oil and gas province. The algorithm was created based on the use of geological and physical parameters of formations affecting predominantly oil recovery. This algorithm creation is based on as well on the formulated criteria that the facility must satisfy (a significant number of facilities analogous to the landfill one in terms of the geological structure and formations and fluid properties affecting to the greatest extent the technical and economic indicators of the deposits development; presence of significant residual or not actively involved in the development oil reserves in analogue deposits; presence of facility identification algorithms, which allow establishing the facilities identity degree and assessing risks when applying new technologies in the conditions of analogue facilities). The selection of polygon objects is proposed to be carried out in three variants: within oil and gas-bearing areas, within stratigraphic systems, within tectonic elements, depending on the requirements of the subsurface user. The obtained algorithms make it possible to select objects for replication of positive practices, as well as to increase the success of the implementation of innovative technologies.
EXPERIENCE IN CREATING STANDS FOR TESTING REINFORCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES OF CRITICAL OIL AND GAS FACILITIES
Authors: Odnokopilov Georgiy I. , Sarkisov Dmitriy Yu.
Published: November 2023

Link for citation: Odnokopylov G.I., Sarkisov D.Yu. Experience in creating stands for testing reinforced concrete structures of critical oil and gas facilities. Bulletin of the Tomsk Polytechnic University. Geo Аssets Engineering, 2023, vol. 334, no. 10, рр. 140-152. In Rus.
The relevance of the work is caused by the increased probability of short-term shock and explosive dynamic loads due to terrorist acts and other emergency situations affecting the construction structures of critical buildings and structures of oil and gas facilities. An example of such impacts is the recent terrorist attack on the Nord Stream gas pipelines. Due to the large number of parameters affecting the physical process of deformation of structures with this type of impact, experimental research is currently an integral part of scientific research in this area. Such studies are especially relevant for reinforced concrete structures, which, on the one hand, are very widely used in construction, and on the other, have a complex nonlinear nature of deformation. To conduct experimental research, it is necessary to design and implement specialized stands, with the help of which it is possible to create a short-term dynamic effect on the structure. A review of the literature data has shown that test stands based on drop-weight stands are most often created for conducting such studies. In such stands, the energy of a falling load is used to destroy structures. It follows from the above that the design and improvement of stands for research of reinforced concrete structures on the effect of short-term dynamic loads is an urgent task of practical importance. The purpose of the work is to describe the structures of the test stands created on the basis of the drop-weight stand in the laboratory of the Reinforced Concrete and Stone Structures Department, Tomsk State University of Architecture and Building, to identify their main advantages and indicate disadvantages; as well as to state further development paths in the field of design and implementation of such stands. Methods: theoretical analysis of literature and Internet sources, modeling, experimental research. Results. Various modifications of test stands based on a drilling rig for research of reinforced concrete structures have been designed and implemented. The main advantages and disadvantages of such stands are shown and further ways of their development are formulated.
STATE LAW, INTEGRAL ECONOMIC JUSTICE, AND BETTER REGULATORY PRACTICES: PROMOTING ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY IN INDONESIA
Authors: Sugianto Fajar , Lago Yuber , Luna Laurenzia
Published: November 2023

Indonesia as a state based on the rule of law like any other developing countries, its society is based on patterns and economic classes, overall obedience to the law is not easy. In heterogeneous society formed of groups based on religion, race, language, and wealth, it is one of the most difficult unifying factors in terms of compliance with the law. Law deals with complex social, and conflicting societies apply law as a powerful instrument of regulation and control. Although law acts as an independent agent to facilitate their complexity, with economic approach, efficiency is an ideal model that guides legal practice. It is because most people as homo economicus (except children and the profoundly retarded) in all of their activities has one thing in common, that is the need for efficiency, perhaps efficiency is the nearest we are likely to approach to a universal secular “religion”. Efficiency in law simplifies how law works in different society, especially in heterogeneous communities. This approach does not reduce law to economics (or vice versa, for that matter), it claims simply that law and economics have a lot to learn from one another. The primacy of efficiency helps to harmonize the practice of law with social practices. When such law exists, it does function as a social tool aiming at the promotion of economic efficiency that goes well with other social practices.
IMPLICATIONS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TAX ADMINISTRATIVE SANCTIONS POLICY ON TAXPAYER COMPLIANCE
Authors: Wijaya Haris Pandi
Published: November 2023

General provisions on taxation in Indonesia have regulated tax administration sanctions. The regulation and application of tax administration sanctions is expected to encourage taxpayer compliance. Through taxpayer compliance, tax revenue can reach the target on an ongoing basis. However, in reality, tax revenues in Indonesia tend to never reach the target. This is due to the still weak taxpayer compliance. Departing from this situation, this study examines the regulation of tax administration sanctions and their effectiveness in increasing taxpayer compliance. This research is a juridical-normative research. Data was collected through a study of documents originating from legal materials, both primary, secondary and tertiary. The research finding is that changes to the provisions on tax administration sanctions based on Law Number 7 of 2021 concerning Harmonization of Tax Regulations can encourage taxpayer compliance because these changes are marked by a reduction in sanctions that are not burdensome to taxpayers and are better able to reflect proportionality, convenience, and fairness compared to provisions previously. However, the application of tax administration sanctions in encouraging tax compliance still faces obstacles, namely that there is no adequate infrastructure in supervising and examining all taxpayers who commit tax non-compliance, the quantity and quality of tax officials in supervising and examining taxpayers, and the attitude of taxpayers who commit tax avoidance rather than fulfilling tax obligations.
HRQoL Evaluation of Pediatric Osteogenesis Imperfecta with Zoledronic Acid Therapy
Authors: Wahyu Martanto Tri , Rahman Hamzah Rafly , Kurniawati Patricia Maria
Published: November 2023

Background: Zoledronic acid as bisphosphonates could increase bone mineral density (BMD), which in osteogenesis imperfecta will reduce clinical manifestations. Pediatric patients with osteogenesis imperfecta given zoledronic acid therapy should improve their quality of life.Methods: A retrospective analytic study was conducted on 16 pediatric osteogenesis imperfecta patients who had received intravenous zoledronic acid. Interview using PedsQL 4.0 regarding the condition before and after therapy assessed the quality of life. A paired t-test was used to assess the contrast in each aspect of PedsQL 4.0. Results were expressed as an adjusted odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval. P-value <0.05 is considered statistically significant.Results: A significant increase was found in the child report of social performance (+12.083, p=0.023), and proxy report of physical performance, social performance, and total score of the proxy report (+14.844, p=0.006; +10.625, p=0.010; +10.364, p=0.006). An insignificant increase was found in the child report of physical performance, school performance, and total score of the child report (+8.833, p=0.148; +5.000, p=0.359; +7.065, p=0.115), and proxy report of emotional performance and school performance (+2.500, p=0.669; +6.250, p=0.167). An insignificant decrease was found in child reports of emotional performance (-2.500, p=0.669).Conclusion: After receiving bisphosphonate therapy, pediatric patients with osteogenesis imperfecta experienced an increased quality of life in most aspects within every perception. Physical and social aspects experienced the greatest improvement. Emotional is the aspect that experienced the lowest increase in the child's perception and decreased parent perception of the value of quality of life after bisphosphonate therapy.