International economy: deepening and expanding research potential in Ukraine

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 (11) ◽  
pp. 45-53
Author(s):  
Yevhen SAVELIEV ◽  
◽  
Vitalina KURYLYAK ◽  
Keyword(s):  
International Economics ◽  
Highly Qualified ◽  
Foreign Economic Policy ◽  
Economic Competition ◽  
Government Organizations ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Research Organizations ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Agricultural Business ◽  
Conducting Research

The topical issues of the development of the research potential of Ukraine in the field of international economics , capable of creating scientific support for the foreign economic activity of entrepreneurial structures and government organizations in the context of world and European integration, have been investigated. The creation of the infrastructure of research organizations specializing in the international economics has been substantiated, in particular, the feasibility of creating research institutes in the USA and Canada, Europe, and the Center for International Agricultural Business. The article considers the expediency of conducting research on the issues of cooperation with interstate integration associations of countries, including the EU, ASEAN, TPP, APEC, BRICS, for the implementation of the country's foreign economic policy. A special place in the system of international economics research should be occupied by the problems of Industry 4.0 and the leadership of Ukrainian IT companies in the system of global economic competition. The state of the staffing of research activities in international economics is analyzed and proposals for training of highly qualified specialists in international economics in large industrial centers: Kharkov, L’viv. Dnieper, Odessa and Zaporizhia are formulated.

scholarly journals Organizational Level Responses to the COVID-19 Outbreak: Challenges, Strategies and Framework for Academic Institutions

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jagannath Biswakarma ◽  
Danielle Rushworth ◽  
Gitika Srivastava ◽  
Gagandeep Singh ◽  
Kyounglim Kang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Career ◽  
Organizational Level ◽  
Academic Institutions ◽  
Home Office ◽  
Government Organizations ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Near Future

The outbreak of the novel coronavirus, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)–CoV-2, has gained unprecedented global attention. SARS-CoV-2, which causes the newly described coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), has affected millions of people and led to over 1.9 million deaths worldwide by the beginning of January 2021. Several governments have opted for lockdown as one of the measures to combat the rapidly increasing number of COVID-19 cases. Academic institutions (i.e., universities, colleges, research centers and national laboratories), which are home to thousands of students, researchers, technicians, and administrative staff, have strictly followed government regulations. Due to the lockdown, the majority of academics have been facing various challenges, especially in transitioning from classroom to remote teaching and conducting research activities from a home office. This article from an early-career researchers’ perspective addresses the common challenges that academic institutions have encountered and possible strategies they have adopted to mitigate those challenges at the individual organizational level. Furthermore, we propose a framework to facilitate the handling of such crisis in any near future at the organizational level. We hope academics, policymakers and (non) government organizations across the globe will find this perspective a call to better improve the overall infrastructure of academic institutions.

Front-line Healthcare Workers in COVID-19: The Way from Elbow-Bump Greeting to Closing Body Bags

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefan Bittmann
Keyword(s):  
Health Service ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The United States ◽  
Angiotensin Ii Receptor ◽  
Front Line ◽  
Resource Center ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
The World ◽  
The Usa

COVID-19 is a serious coronavirus disease that is spreading all over the world. As of the date of this publication, 2.834.134 people have been infected with COVID-19 and 197.924 deaths have been recorded in 185 countries (John Hopkins Corona Resource Center, 25th April 2020) [1]. This overwhelming mortality rate requires intensive research activities around the world. To date, the number of deaths per day in the United States is still killing, indicating an uncontrollable state of infection spread. SARS-CoV-2 binds to the angiotensin II receptor in various tissues of the human body, particularly in the oral cavity and tongue. SARS-CoV-2 requires the cheerful TMPRSS2 to activate this inertia. SARS-CoV-2 uses the ACE2 receptor as a gateway to the lungs. The SARS-CoV-2 virus binds with the spike protein to the ACE2 receptor. COVID-19 is more common among African Americans in the USA (Science 10th April 2020). The comfort and the emotional loading capacity of the employees in the health service are key components for the maintenance of the essential health services during the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus (Coronavirus) [2,3]. Hence, it will be important to anticipate the charges linked with this work and to release support for employees in the health service. The supervision and assessment of the psychic health and the well-being of the employees in the health service will be important, just as the efforts to guarantee a successful reunion with colleagues if they are infected.

scholarly journals Sweet Corn Research around the World 2015–2020

Agronomy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 534
Author(s):  
Pedro Revilla ◽  
Calli M. Anibas ◽  
William F. Tracy
Keyword(s):  
Sweet Corn ◽  
Starch Content ◽  
Starch Synthesis ◽  
Environmental Care ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
The Us ◽  
The World ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Basic Biology ◽  
Endosperm Starch

Modern sweet corn is distinguished from other vegetable corns by the presence of one or more recessive alleles within the maize endosperm starch synthesis pathway. This results in reduced starch content and increased sugar concentration when consumed fresh. Fresh sweet corn originated in the USA and has since been introduced in countries around the World with increasing popularity as a favored vegetable choice. Several reviews have been published recently on endosperm genetics, breeding, and physiology that focus on the basic biology and uses in the US. However, new questions concerning sustainability, environmental care, and climate change, along with the introduction of sweet corn in other countries have produced a variety of new uses and research activities. This review is a summary of the sweet corn research published during the five years preceding 2021.

Relationship between Utilisation of Electronic Books and Users’ Satisfaction in University Libraries in North East Zone, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 61-64
Author(s):  
Zainab Mohammed Abdullahi ◽  
Abbas Lamido Gora Adamu ◽  
Abubakar Mohammed
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Electronic Books ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
North East ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Library Users ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
The University

Electronic books (e-books) are vital information resources in every university library as they are utilised by users in search of information for conducting research activities, teaching, learning and assignment. This study investigated the relationship between utilisation of e-books and users’ satisfaction in university libraries in North East Zone, Nigeria. Correlational research method was used. The population of the study comprised of five thousand three hundred and seventy nine (5,379) registered library users spread across the five sampled university libraries under study. Stratified random sampling technique was used in drawing the samples and the sample size for this study was one thousand three hundred and seventy two (1,372) registered library users drawn using Krejcie and Morgan (2006) table. Questionnaire was used as the research instrument. Data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics to answer the two research questions, while, inferential statistics of Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMC) was used to test the formulated null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. Findings from the study revealed that users’ utilisation of e-books and users’ satisfaction with utilisation of e-books for research, learning, assignment and information in university libraries in North East Nigeria were generally moderate. The study also established that there was significant relationship between utilisation of e-books and users’ satisfaction in university libraries in North East Zone, Nigeria. The study recommended teaching of information literacy for library users, acquisition of adequate and relevant e-books in the university libraries as well as discouraging users from using information obtained from online sources such as Google and other search engines as they are mostly ineffective for their research activities, teaching, learning and assignment.

The long-term development of Russian biotech sector

foresight ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 491-500 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Grebenyuk ◽  
Nikolai Ravin
Keyword(s):  
High Performance ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Plant Biotechnology ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Research Areas ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
The Usa

Purpose To define strategic directions for the Russia’s social, economic, scientific and technological development in 2011-2013, a large-scale foresight study including the deep analysis of prospects of biotechnology development there was undertaken (Russia 2030: Science and Technology Foresight). This paper aims to present results of this research. Design/methodology/approach The study was based on a combination of technology-push and market-pull approaches that aimed not only to identify most promising science and technology (S&T) areas but also to understand how they can be realized in practice. Representatives from federal authorities, science and business were involved in the project to create future visions of technological directions; analyze grand challenges, weak signals and wild cards; and set research and development (R&D) priorities. Findings According to results of the study, Russia has a potential for biotech sector development, although the level of R&D in the majority of areas is lagging behind that in the USA and leading EU countries. However, there are several advanced applied research areas where efforts can be focused. Among them are high-performance genomics and post-genomics research platforms, systems and structural biology, microbial metabolic engineering, plant biotechnology and microbial strains and consortia for development of symbiotic plant–microbial communities. Originality/value Concentration of available resources of government and business on biotechnological sector development can help to find answers for challenges that Russia faces today or will face tomorrow. It will help to pick up on the current level of research activities, improve the quality of personnel training, make this area the engine of the economy and carry out the so-called new industrialization of the country, building a new, high-tech device industry.

scholarly journals Strategi Manajemen Pembentukan Badan Usaha Milik Desa (BUM Desa)

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 183-192
Author(s):  
Eka Nuraini
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Village ◽  
Implementation Of The Strategy

Based on preliminary studies in Air Saga Village, the problems faced by villages to form BUM Desa are lack of ability to map village potentials, it is difficulty to find human resources who will manage BUM Desa, lack of understanding to start establishing BUM Desa, and lack of ability to compile BUM Desa administration.  These problems must be addressed immediately by conducting research activities aimed at formulating management strategies for the formation of BUM Desa, especially in Air Saga Village. The research method uses qualitative methods with the following steps: (1) conducting observations to obtain information about the potential of the village, (2) conducting interviews with village heads and BPD, (3) conducting FGD. The collected data were analyzed using qualitative descriptive techniques. The results showed that an aggressive strategy is the right strategy to form a BUM Desa in Air Saga Village, Tanjungpandan District, Belitung Regency. The implementation of the strategy for establishing BUM Desa must involve village facilitators and be evaluated in each of its activities  

scholarly journals TRANSFORMATION OF STATE REGULATION MECHANISMS IN THE SPHERE OF HIGHER EDUCATION

2021 ◽  
pp. 91-103
Author(s):  
Игорь Николаевич Молчанов
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Financial Support ◽  
State Regulation ◽  
Highly Qualified ◽  
Master's Degrees ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Leading Role ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Qualified Personnel ◽  
Regional Universities

Цель работы состоит в исследовании механизма регулирования развития высшего образования в современных экономических условиях. Проанализированы происходящие изменения в содержании образовательных программ и структуре подготовки обучающихся в бакалавриате и магистратуре. Выявлены новации в системе обучения в высших учебных заведениях в условиях перехода к цифровой экономике. Рассмотрены вопросы финансового обеспечения и специфики работы учреждений высшего образования как некоммерческих организаций. Установлена необходимость учета особенностей региональной экономики при формировании набора в региональные вузы. Выявлена ведущая роль «опорных» вузов в подготовке кадров высокой квалификации с учетом экономических специализаций регионов и особенностей пространственного развития России. Изучена сложившаяся практика финансирования университетов Великобритании, обеспечивающая привлечение средств в объемах, достаточных для их устойчивого функционирования. Сделан вывод о необходимости расширения подготовки специалистов для работы в STEM-областях. Обращено внимание на необходимость большей увязки и применения различных форм образовательной и научно-исследовательской деятельности в рамках региональных университетских систем. Элементами научной новизны являются предложенные меры, следование которым позволит улучшить подготовку профессиональных кадров посредством использования модели «6i» для управления научной деятельностью вузов в период перехода к НИО.2. В качестве рекомендации для дальнейших исследований можно также предложить изучение взаимосвязей между порядком финансирования и типами вузов в целях определения и последующего ранжирования совокупности факторов, влияющих на их финансовое обеспечение. The aim of the work is to study the mechanism for regulating the development of higher education in modern economic conditions. The author analyzes ongoing changes in the content of educational programs and the structure of training students in bachelor's and master's degrees. The research considers innovations in the education system in higher educational institutions in the context of the transition to the digital economy. The author highlights the issues of financial support and the specifics of the work of higher education institutions as non-profit organizations. The study emphasizes the need to take into account the peculiarities of the regional economy in the formation of enrollment in regional universities. The author reveals the leading role of «pivotal» universities in the training of highly qualified personnel, taking into account the economic specializations of the regions and the peculiarities of the spatial development of Russia. The research investigates the established practice of financing UK universities, which ensures the attraction of funds in amounts sufficient for their sustainable functioning. The author highlights the need to expand the training of specialists for work in STEM-areas and the need for greater coordination and application of various forms of educational and research activities within the framework of regional university systems. Measures to be followed will improve the training of professional personnel through the use of the «6i» model for managing the scientific activities of universities during the transition to R& D.2 As a recommendation for further research, we can suggest studying the relationship between the order of funding and the types of universities in order to determine and then rank the set of factors that affect their financial support.

scholarly journals Some Countries’ Experience in Organizing Professional Training and Activity of Probation Officers

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 98-102
Author(s):  
Oleh Duka
Keyword(s):  
Great Britain ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Probation Officers ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Highly Qualified ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Probation Service ◽  
Training Courses ◽  
Organizational Features

Abstract In the article, some countries’ experience in organizing professional training and activities of probation officers has been analyzed. Based on comparative analysis of activities of the Probation Institute abroad, it has been determined that probation service has different functional and organizational features in individual countries. For instance, probation service in different countries is subordinate to different agencies. Thus, probation service in Great Britain, Denmark, Japan, Finland, Norway, Latvia, the Czech Republic and Estonia is under the control of the Ministry of Justice; in the USA, Germany, Hungary, it is subordinate to the judiciary; in the Netherlands – public prosecutor’s office; in Sweden – prison authorities; in Singapore, probation service is under the guidance of the Ministry of Community Development and Sports. Another difference consists in the fact that in some countries the law defines probation as punishment (Sweden, Finland, Latvia), whereas in other countries it refers to some criminal measures (Great Britain), exemption from punishment (Estonia) or is not determined at all (the USA). Despite the differences, the goals and means of achieving them in each probation service are similar in the context of criminal law. The approaches to professional training of probation officers have been analyzed and relevant conclusions have been drawn regarding organization of probation officers’ professional training in Ukraine. In particular, work with offenders should be performed by highly qualified specialists who have a degree and who have passed specialized training courses in educational institutions subordinate to probation authorities. It is important that the content of probation officers’ professional training should be constantly updated, taking into account new approaches and methods of working with convicts, which are recognized as effective.

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