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Gender relations and access to domestic rural water services in Manyoni District, Tanzania
Authors: Mfinanga Fredrick Alleni , Masanyiwa Zacharia Samwel , Mafwolo Gemma , Erick Stephen Bishibura 
Published: June 2024

The study examined the household division of labour, and household power relations in access to domestic water services in rural areas. This study was conducted in Manyoni District in Tanzania, used a cross-sectional research design whereby primary and secondary data were collected usingÂ questionnaireÂ from 191 households randomly selected from two wards. In addition, Focus Group Discussion (FGD) method was used to collect qualitative data. Quantitative data were analyzed for descriptive statistics such as frequency and percentages and inferential statistics the chi-square test. Qualitative data were analyzed by using content analysis. The findings show that due to the traditional gender division of labor at the household level, women were the major seekers of domestic water for their households although some indications of equity in the household division of labor were also reported between boys and girls. Furthermore, most of the non-monetary decisions on access to domestic water were assigned to women whereas men were involved in the monetary decisions like paying user fees. It was concluded that gender relations played a role in access to domestic water services in the study area. It was recommended that the government should provide more improved water sources in rural areas to ensure access to many households, hence, reducing womenâ€™s burden of fetching water from distant sources and improving the welfare of women in rural areas.JEL ClassificationÂ I26; J16; Q25To cite this article:Â Mfinanga, F. A., Masanyiwa, Z. S., Mafwolo, G., & Erick, S. B.Â (2024).Â Gender relations and access to domestic rural water services in Manyoni District, Tanzania. Journal of Socioeconomics and Development, 7(1), 104-114. https://doi.org/10.31328/jsed.v7i1.5516
Building socioeconomic resilience through an organizational culture approach: Lesson learned from the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Nugroho Iwan 
Published: June 2024

Economic crises or shocks have become commonly encountered phenomena due to the competitive business environment and regional strategic changes.Â This situation requires business organizations and economic entities to strengthen their internal systems and organizational culture to demonstrate resilience, enabling them to survive and take recovery actions promptly. The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates the collaboration between government, society, and economic actors to save lives, prevent the spread of the virus, and promote economic activity. This article explains how to build socioeconomic resilience through an organizational culture approach. Organizational resilience is built through long processes and time; and succeeds through challenges and adversity, so that the organization performs sustainability and resilience. Organizational resilience is significantly influenced by foresight, a flexible culture, networking, and the involvement of human resources in driving innovation.Â Essential points reviewed include the role of human resource competency, leadership, social capital, and related issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These points demonstrate how organizational culture enhances human-centered activities at all stages of the organization's developmentJEL ClassificationÂ H12; M14; O20To cite this article:Â Nugroho, I.Â (2024).Â Building socioeconomic resilience through an organizational culture approach: Lesson learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of Socioeconomics and Development, 7(1), v-x. https://doi.org/10.31328/jsed.v7i1.5689
Implementation of Individual Educational Trajectories in University
Authors: Iatsevich O. E. , Speranskaya N. I. , Omelaenko N. V. , Iudashkina V. V. , Shabatura L. N. 
Published: June 2024

The significance of the study is determined by the fact that education receives a new round in its development. It is specified by modern trends in the digital world economy, which makes special demands on the human capital development, where higher education institutions play a leading role. The education models using individual educational trajectories are considered one of the most promising at the present stage of society formation, as evidenced by the message of the President of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin and the introduction of a number of amendments to the law on education of the Russian Federation.The purpose of the study presented by the authors is to describe, analyze and summarize pedagogical experience of IET implementation in higher educational institutions. The authors chose general and scientific methods as a methodological basis: phenomenological, sociometric methods included pedagogical observation, retrospective and statistical analysis and synthesis. Empirical data are based on the survey result of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd years students (n=117). In spite of the fact that individual educational trajectories are a pedagogical phenomenon, the study can be classified as interdisciplinary, it involves such sciences as psychology, philosophy, and sociology. The IET realization has a number of advantages, at the same time IET is not free from some disadvantages. The problems identified in the course of the study in the implementation of IOT can be minimized, taking into account the recommendations proposed by the authors of the article, which will rationalize and humanize the education-al process. The scientific novelty and practical significance lies in the theoretical and practical significance of the conducted research, which helps understand the IET content and essence in pedagogical practice. The generalized empirical experience can serve a basis for the development of special courses, textbooks, teaching materials and recommendations on the organization of IET in higher education.
Evolution of University Autonomy and Academic Freedom in the Evaluation of University Faculty Members
Authors: Dezhina I. G. 
Published: June 2024

The article analyzes the changes that have occurred in university autonomy and academic freedom in the late Soviet and post-Soviet period from the point of view of the faculty members of leading universities and the main influencing factors. The aim is to identify successful Soviet practices from the faculty members’ point of view and to assess the possibilities of their use in the current conditions.The study is based on in-depth interviews conducted with faculty members of two leading Russian research universities located in Moscow and Tomsk. The majority of the informants had worked at the universities during the Soviet period. The informants expressed their opinions on the degree of succession of university autonomy and academic freedom in their universities, and on the factors influencing it.The survey revealed that the Soviet experience is perceived very differently both within and between universities. Positive aspects of the Soviet experience include guaranteed state funding and a well-established system of cooperation with industry based on “economic contracts”. These supported the high status of faculty members. Assessments of the modern period are polar. Some believe that this is the period of a reasonable degree of university autonomy and academic freedom, while others believe that it has been greatly reduced and that state control has increased.Tracing the changes in university autonomy and academic freedom reveals the importance of di-versification, especially in funding schemes. The direct transfer of Soviet practices is hardly possible.
Application of Learning Analytics in Higher Education: Datasets, Methods and Tools
Authors: Dyulicheva Yu. Yu. 
Published: June 2024

The accumulation of big educational data on the platforms of universities and social media leads to the need to develop tools for extracting regularities from educational data, which can be used for understanding the behavioral patterns of students and teachers, improve teaching methods and the quality of the educational process, as well as form sound strategies and policies for universities development. This article provides an analysis and systematization of datasets on available repositories, taking into account the learning analytics problems solved on their basis. In particular, the article notes the predominance of datasets aimed at solving analytical problems at the level of student’s behavior understanding, Datasets aimed at solving analytical problems at the level of understanding the needs of teachers and administrative and managerial staff of universities are practically absent. Meanwhile, the full potential of learning analytics tools can only be revealed by introducing an integrated approach to the analysis of educational data, taking into account the needs of all participants and organizers of the educational process.This review article discusses learning analytics methods related to the study of social interaction patterns between students and teachers, and learning analytics tools from the implementation of simple dashboards to complex frameworks that explore various levels of learning analytics. The problems and limitations that prevent learning analytics from realizing its potential in universities are considered. It is noted that universities are generally interested in introducing learning analytics tools that can improve the quality of the educational process by developing strategies for targeted support for individual groups of students, however, teachers treat such initiatives with caution due to a lack of data analysis skills and correct interpretation of analysis results. The novelty of this analytical review is associated with the consideration of learning analytics at different levels of its implementation in the context of approaches to openness, processing and analysis of educational data.This article will be of interest to developers of learning analytics tools, scientific and pedagogical workers, and administrative and managerial staff of universities from the point of view of forming an idea of the integrity of the university analytics process, taking into account various levels of analytics implementation aimed at understanding the needs and requirements of all participants in the educational process.
The Student’s Subjective Position as a Condition for Success in Mastering a Profession
Authors: Emelyanova I. N. , Teplyakova O. A. , Teplyakov D. O. 
Published: June 2024

The student’s subjective position as a system of personal choice of a sustainable behavior strategy, which can be traced in the student’s attitude to the learning process and results and connects his educational activities with the prospects of his professional future. The purpose of the study is to identify resources and problems at the learning stage depending on the student’s subjective position. The student’s subjective position is considered through his or her attitude to educational activities, through his or her achievements at the stage of learning a profession and through his or her expression of readiness for professional activity. The study is based on a survey of students from 20 Russian universities. The respondents were 1056 students. The most pronounced position of modern students is pragmatic; it is adhered to by the majority of undergraduate and graduate students. The most successful students in the educational environment are those who take an intellectually creative position; they have a wide range of achievements, they are ready to spend their intellectual resources on learning, have a negative attitude towards various forms of imitation of learning, and are most confident in their professional future. Students with a pragmatic subject position are generally successful, can solve problems that arise during the learning process, and show readiness for professional activity. Students with a contemplative position, despite generally successful studies, show uncertainty about their professional future. Students with an imitation subject position are the most problematic group. These students have difficulty coping with educational activities, are problematic, and are poorly oriented toward achievements in other areas of activity. The study proves that the student’s subjective position is a significant factor that influences the process and result of higher education. Based on existing typical subject positions, it is possible and necessary to select means and methods of training that will make it possible to update resources and minimize educational problems.
Association of Cerebral Hypoperfusion and Poor Collaterals with Cognitive Impairment in Patients with Severe Vertebrobasilar Artery Stenosis
Authors: Zhang Weiyi , Fu Weilun , Zhang Yumei 
Published: June 2024

Background: Effect of stenosis of vertebrobasilar artery (VBA) on cognitive function is elusive. Objective: To investigate association of cerebral hypoperfusion and poor collaterals with vascular cognitive impairment (VCI) in severe VBA stenosis patients. Methods: We consecutively enrolled patients with severe VBA stenosis confirmed by digital subtraction angiography who underwent computed tomographic perfusion (CTP) and cognitive assessments. Patients were divided into poor or good collaterals groups according to the collateral circulation status, and were grouped into different perfusion groups according to CTP. Cognitive function was measured by Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Clock Drawing Test, Stroop Color Word Test, Trail Making Test, Digital Span Test, Auditory Verbal Learning Test, and Boston Naming Test scales. The association of cerebral perfusion and collaterals with VCI were explored. Results: Among 88 eligible patients, VCI occurred in 51 (57.9%) patients experienced. Poor collateral was present in 73 (83.0%) patients, and hypoperfusion in 64 (72.7%). Compared with normal perfusion patients, the odds ratio with 95% confidence interval for VCI was 12.5 (3.7–42.4) for overall hypoperfusion, 31.0 (7.1–135.5) for multiple site hypoperfusion, 3.3 (1.0–10.5) for poor collaterals, and 0.1 (0–0.6) for presence of posterior communicating artery (PcoA) compensated for posterior cerebral artery (PCA) and basilar artery (BA). Additionally, decreased scores of cognitive function tests occurred in patients with decompensated perfusion or poor collaterals. Conclusions: Hypoperfusion and poor collaterals were positively associated with cognitive impairment in patients with severe VBA. However, PcoA compensated for the PCA and BA had a protective role in cognitive impairment development.
An Investigation of the Inflammatory Landscape in the Brain and Bone Marrow of the APP/PS1 Mouse
Authors: Chittimalli Kishore , Adkins Stephen , Arora Sanjay , Singh Jagdish , Jarajapu Yagna P.R. 
Published: June 2024

Background: The APP/PS1 mouse model recapitulates pathology of human Alzheimer’s disease (AD). While amyloid-β peptide deposition and neurodegeneration are features of AD, the pathology may involve inflammation and impaired vascular regeneration. Objective: This study evaluated inflammatory environments in the brain and bone marrow (BM), and the impact on brain microvascular density. Methods: BM and frontal cortex from male nine-month-old APP/PS1 or the control C57Bl6/j mice were studied. Vascular density and inflammatory cells were evaluated in the sections of frontal cortex by immunohistochemistry. Different subsets of hematopoietic stem/progenitor cells (BM) and monocyte-macrophages were characterized by flow cytometry and by clonogenic assays. Myelopoietic or inflammatory factors were evaluated by real-time RT-PCR or by western blotting. Results: CD34+ or CD31+ vascular structures were lower ( p < 0.01, n = 6) in the frontal cortex that was associated with decreased number of Lin−Sca-1+cKit+ vasculogenic progenitor cells in the BM and circulation ( p < 0.02, n = 6) compared to the control. Multipotent progenitor cells MPP4, common lymphoid, common myeloid and myeloid progenitor cells were higher in the APP/PS1-BM compared to the control, which agreed with increased numbers of monocytes and pro-inflammatory macrophages. The expression of pro-myelopoietic factors and alarmins was higher in the APP/PS1 BM-HSPCs or in the BM-supernatants compared to the control. Frontal cortices of APP/PS1 mice showed higher number of pro-inflammatory macrophages (CD11b+F4/80+ or CD80+) and microglia (OX42+Iba1+). Conclusions: These findings show that AD pathology in APP/PS1 mice is associated with upregulated myelopoiesis, which contributes to the brain inflammation and decreased vascularity.
Effectiveness of intradiscal ozone injections for treating pain following herniated lumbar disc: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Chang Min Cheol , Choo Yoo Jin , Denis Isabelle , Mares Christopher , Majdalani Carl , Yang Seoyon 
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Low back pain and sciatica caused by herniated lumbar discs (HLDs) are common complaints among patients visiting pain clinics. Among the various therapeutic methods, intradiscal ozone injections have emerged as an effective alternative or additional treatment option for HLDs. OBJECTIVE: This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the effectiveness of intradiscal ozone injections in the treatment of HLDs. METHODS: We searched the PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Scopus databases for relevant studies published until January 25, 2024. We included studies that investigated the efficacy of intradiscal ozone injections in patients with HLDs. We evaluated the methodological quality of individual studies using the Cochrane Collaboration tool. RESULTS: At ⩾ 6 months after treatment, the therapeutic effect of intradiscal ozone injections in patients with HLDs was greater than that of steroid injections (treatment success rate, 6 months: odds ratio = 3.95, 95% confidence interval [CI] [2.44, 6.39], P< 0.01) or conventional medications (changes in the Visual Analog Scale [VAS], 6 months: standardized mean difference [SMD] = 1.65, 95% CI [1.08, 2.22], P< 0.01; 12 months: SMD = 1.52, 95% CI [0.96, 2.08], P< 0.01) but similar to that of microdiscectomy (changes in VAS, 18 months: SMD =-0.05, 95% CI [-0.67, 0.57], P= 0.87). At < 6 months after treatment, the reduction in the VAS score after intradiscal ozone injections was higher than that after steroid injections (changes in VAS, 1 month: SMD = 2.53, 95% CI [1.84, 3.21], P< 0.01). CONCLUSION: Intradiscal ozone injections may be a useful therapeutic tool in patients with HLDs. Compared with other conventional treatment methods such as steroid injections and oral medications, intradiscal ozone injection has great long-term (⩾ 6 months) effectiveness.
Mapping the green human resource management practices: A systematic scoping review and its implications for employees’ well-being
Authors: Kamboj Jyoti , A Eronimus 
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Human Resource Management (HRM) has emerged as a crucial facet of organizational success, particularly in balancing profitability and environmental sustainability. The growing environmental concerns are reshaping HRM, giving rise to Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices. However, there is a critical need to understand the evolution and impact of GHRM. OBJECTIVE: This literature review explores the role of GHRM in fostering sustainable practices, employee well-being, and engagement within organizations. It aims to provide the groundwork for future research. METHODS: This study examined 204 selected journal articles from Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar following PRISMA guidelines. The article underwent rigorous screening, data extraction, and analysis using NVivo 14 software. RESULTS: The literature review explored the theoretical underpinnings of GHRM practices. Scoping review provided insights into the depth of available literature, mapping revealed research gaps and thematic clusters. However, systematic review highlights GHRM’s role in organisational sustainability and employee well-being. CONCLUSIONS: GHRM emerges as a crucial factor in fostering environmental capabilities and steering the transition from traditional HR practices to eco-friendly approaches, paving the way for new paradigms. Moreover, practitioners must extend their considerations beyond routine organizational HR practices to enhance sustainable HR practices and employees’ well-being.
Diagnostic value of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in judging the survival of graft after heteroautoplasty for secondary hyperparathyroidism
Authors: He Hui , Yan Shuai , Chen Dan-Dan , Guo Cong , Xi Zeng-Hui 
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) is one of the common complications of end-stage renal disease-uremia, and is mainly manifested as parathyroid hyperplasia and abnormal secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH). OBJECTIVE: To investigate the value and advantages of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) in evaluating the survival of autografts after parathyroidectomy + parathyroid autotransplantation. METHODS: In this study, 125 patients with renal failure due to polycystic kidney disease, chronic nephritis, diabetic nephropathy, lupus nephritis, and atherosclerotic nephropathy were enrolled as the participants and each of them had 4 secondary hyperactive parathyroid glands and underwent parathyroid autotransplantation. One parathyroid gland was taken from each patient and equally divided into 4 parts and placed in the subcutaneous fat of one forearm for transplantation. CEUS was performed 14 days after the transplantation to observe the micro blood supply of the graft and assess the survival and secretory function of the transplanted parathyroid. The grafts were divided into the partial survival group and the total survival group based on the enhancement characteristics. The survival of the grafts was determined by comparing the parathyroid hormone level in bilateral elbow cephalic veins 1 month after surgery. RESULTS: Among the 125 patients, 112 had linear or punctate enhancement of 2–4 parathyroid glands 14 days after surgery, and 13 patients had linear or punctate enhancement of 0–1 parathyroid gland. There were statistically significant differences in the perfusion pattern, enhancement uniformity, and parathyroid hormone levels in the cephalic veins at the elbow on both the graft and non-graft sides among all groups (P< 0.05). CONCLUSION: Compared to the detection of the difference in the parathyroid hormone level in the cephalic vein of bilateral elbows 1 month after surgery, CEUS can reflect the parathyroid survival after transplantation more quickly and accurately 2 weeks later, and provide a more rapid and agile non-invasive clinical diagnosis method.