The duration of daily activities has no impact on measures of overall wellbeing

It is widely assumed that the longer we spend in happier activities the happier we will be. In an intensive study of momentary happiness, we show that, in fact, longer time spent in happier activities does not lead to higher levels of reported happiness overall. This finding is replicated with different samples (student and diverse, multi-national panel), measures and methods of analysis. We explore different explanations for this seemingly paradoxical finding, providing fresh insight into the factors that do and do not affect the relationship between how happy we report feeling as a function of how long it lasts. This work calls into question the assumption that spending more time doing what we like will show up in making us happier, presenting a fundamental challenge to the validity of current tools used to measure happiness.

Spectroscopic Analysis of Star-forming Regions in the Spiral Galaxy NGC 628

NGC 628 is one of many spiral galaxies that has been observed and analyzed to determine the chemical composition. Since there have been improvements in the methods of analysis recently, this paper finds new values for the electron temperatures within this galaxy. Additionally, it brings up a previously unnoticed iron line contamination problem that has affected the [O iii] temperatures and fluxes. Temperature results are compared against, the most recent chemical analysis of the same galaxy.

On the Shift of Parts of Speech in Prepositional Meaning in English-Vietnamese Translation

Exploring the shift in meanings of translating prepositions from English to Vietnamese, the study, besides analyzing the cases of the changes in meanings of prepositions, aims to discuss a general variety of meanings of English prepositions. The methods of analysis and synthesis of theories from the available data on prepositions as well as the methods of classifying and systematizing prepositions were applied to English-Vietnamese translation. From the collected data, this study has revealed 6 cases of the shift in meanings of prepositions and the characteristics of multiple meanings of prepositions. In the course of translation, contextual meanings are used in order to convey the meanings appropriately in the Vietnamese style. The research paper can make some contribution to the teaching of translation and make it a reference material for English learners.

Activity aspect of professional training of future choreographers in the classical university

The purpose of the article is to scientifically substantiate the expediency of the activity approach in the professional training of future choreographers at the classical university. Methodology. The research methodology is based on: scientific and theoretical concepts of activity and activity approach in professional training of students; methods of analysis, systematization, and generalization. The article reveals the program requirements for professional training of student-choreographers at the university. The scientific bases of pedagogical and artistic-creative activity of the choreographer are investigated. The main types of activity of the leader of the choreographic team, which students must master during their studies at the university - theoretical (projective, analytical) and practical (organizational-pedagogical, artistic-creative, concert-stage) are characterized. The principles of educational activity of students in choreographic classes are formulated. The scientific novelty: scientifically substantiated and proved the expediency of applying the activity approach in the professional training of future choreographers; the basic forms and types of professional activity which students-choreographers should master in the course of professional preparation are systematized; the principles of educational activity of students in choreographic classes are determined. Conclusions are formulated that the activity approach is an effective means of forming in future choreographers the experience of professional activity in the process of professional training at the university. Keywords: future choreographers; professional training of students-choreographers; activity approach; leader of the choreographic team; forms and types of activity; principles of educational activity of students.

DEVELOPMENT OF A METHOD FOR ESTIMATING THE CAPACITY OF GARAGE DEFROSTING OF THE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM OF AN INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISE

Purpose. The aim of the work is to develop a method for estimating the capacity of garages for defrosting the transport system of an industrial enterprise. Research methods. In the course of the research methods of analysis and logic were used to evaluate scientific and technical publications related to the development and calculation of the capacity of technical devices of cargo stations and unloading complexes. Results. The method of estimating the capacity of defrosting garages of the transport system of an industrial enterprise is developed in the work. The developed method is based on the comparison of the calculated and required capacity of garages for defrosting of large unloading complexes of industrial enterprises. The need to introduce the reserve capacity of defrosting garages in connection with the influence of dynamic factors into the model is substantiated during the research. The scientific novelty lies in the development of a method for estimating the capacity of garages for defrosting the transport system of an industrial enterprise. Practical value. The developed method of capacity assessment allows to optimally, comprehensively synchronize the operation of defrost garages and unloading complex with processing capacity and thus increase the efficiency of management of the transport system of an industrial enterprise.

Overview of the Motorcycle Market (For the Purpose of Creating a Platform for Electric Transport)

Aim. This article presents the results of an analytical study (overview) of the Russian motorcycle market as a projected element of an electric transport platform based on the analysis that includes information about global trends. Tasks. The authors examine the global and Russian electric motorcycle markets, legal peculiarities and advantages of using electric motorcycles in the Russian Federation, and major demand factors.Methods. This study uses the methods of analysis and synthesis of information from Russian and foreign sources publicly available on the Internet and the method of expert assessment.Results. Electric motorcycles are shown to be a promising market, both at the domestic and global levels. Major trends and demand factors of this market in Russia as well as legal peculiarities and advantages of using these vehicles are identified and analyzed.Conclusions. Positive trends indicate that it is possible to create a Russian platform for electric transport that would include electric motorcycles. This study will be useful to anyone interested in the topics of motorcycles, electric transport, and platform solutions in this area. In addition, this article can serve as a basis for further research on this topic.

Research and Education Needs for Complex Generics

Complex generics are generic versions of drug products that generally have complex active ingredients, complex formulations, complex routes of delivery, complex dosage forms, are complex drug-device combination products, or have other characteristics that can make it complex to demonstrate bioequivalence or to develop as generics. These complex products (i.e. complex generics) are an important element of the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) II Commitment Letter. The Center for Research on Complex Generics (CRCG) was formed by a grant from the FDA to address challenges associated with the development of complex generics. To understand these challenges, the CRCG conducted a “Survey of Scientific Challenges in the Development of Complex Generics”. The three main areas of questioning were directed toward which (types of) complex products, which methods of analysis to support a demonstration of bioequivalence, and which educational topics the CRCG should prioritize. The survey was open to the public on a website maintained by the CRCG. Regarding complex products, the top three selections were complex injectables, formulations, and nanomaterials; drug-device combination products; and inhalation and nasal products. Regarding methods of analysis, the top three selections were locally-acting physiologically-based pharmacokinetic modeling; oral absorption models and bioequivalence; and data analytics and machine learning. Regarding educational topics, the top three selections were complex injectables, formulations, and nanomaterials; drug-device combination products; and data analytics, including quantitative methods and modeling & simulation. These survey results will help prioritize the CRCG’s initial research and educational initiatives.

Religious Conflict in Iraq and the Operation of Shiite Militias in the Country after the Expulsion of ISIL

The paper deals with the religious aspect of the Iraqi conflict, exploring chiefly the dynamics of the conflict between the country’s Sunni and Shia communities. Should the conflict between the Sunni and Shia of Iraq be religiously motivated, we will find several characteristics, that would clearly demonstrate the religious or sectarian dimension of the conflict. The paper uses the methods of analysis, synthesis as well as the descriptive method. We have found that the conflict between the Shia and the Sunni has been purposefully escalated, firstly by Nouri al-Maliki (whose sectarian politics alienated the Sunni Arabs) and ISIS (which was even criticized by al-Qaeda for being too brutal against the Shia). Further we found that the Iraqi army under Shia command lacked motivation to defend Sunni areas from ISIS. Lastly, it was the PMF militias, forming after a fatwa by a Shia cleric, and bearing references to Shia symbolism in the names of their units. We conclude, that at the current phase, the conflict in Iraq has a strong sectarian dimension, while lacking a coherent Iraqi identity.

Magarach enochemical laboratory. Stages of development

Созданная в 1891 году Магарачская энохимическая лаборатория прошла долгий и насыщенный путь становления, в ходе которого были предопределены основные направления научной и практической деятельности всей виноградовинодельческой науки. На современном этапе лаборатория химии и биохимии Всероссийского национального научно-исследовательского института виноградарства и виноделия "Магарач" творчески решает насущные проблемы виноделия, базируясь на фундаментальных основах, заложенных предшествующими поколениями ученых. Усовершенствованная система технохимического контроля в виноделии постоянно развивается, насыщаясь новейшими разработками по контролю качества и безопасности винопродукции, созданию системы диагностики кристаллической стабильности виноматериалов и вин, новых методов анализа, проведенными лабораторией химии и биохимии вина в последнее время. Участие в заседаниях Комиссии Международной организации винограда и вина "SCMA Методы анализа" в формате видеоконференции и анализ нормативных документов, разрабатываемых экспертами винодельческих стран мирового сообщества, выводит работу лаборатории на международный уровень. Научно-практическая деятельность лаборатории химии и биохимии вина направлена на тесное сотрудничество с предприятиями отрасли и контролирующими организациями и основана на новейших научных достижениях, таких как методология идентификации образцов винопродукции и вспомогательных материалов, оценка их качества, подлинности и выявление фальсификации; система диагностики кристаллической и коллоидной стабильности виноматериалов и вин, выявления причин возникновения помутнений физико-химического характера, выдача рекомендаций по их устранению; энохимическая характеристика уникальности вин отдельных регионов; методическое обеспечение и аналитическое сопровождение технохимического контроля в виноделии; проведение научно-практических семинаров, курсов повышения квалификации и консультаций. Established in 1891, Magarach enochemical laboratory, has gone a long and eventful path of development, during which the main directions of scientific and practical activities of viticulture and winemaking in the whole were predetermined. At the present stage, the laboratory of chemistry and biochemistry of the All-Russian National Research Institute of Viticulture and Winemaking Magarach creatively solves current issues of winemaking, basing on fundamental principles laid down by previous generations of scientists. The system of technochemical control in winemaking is constantly growing, being saturated with the newest developments carried out in the laboratory of chemistry and biochemistry of wine in recent times: quality control and safety of wine products; creation of a system for diagnostics of crystalline stability of base wines and wines; new methods of analysis. Attendance at the Commission meetings of the International Organization of Vine and Wine "SCMA Methods of Analysis" in the videoconference format and the analysis of regulatory documents developed by experts of winemaking countries of international community bring the work of the laboratory to international level. The scientific and practical activity of the laboratory of chemistry and biochemistry of wine is aimed at close cooperation with industrial enterprises and regulatory organizations and is based on the latest scientific achievements: methodology for identifying samples of wine products and auxiliary materials, assessment of their quality, authenticity and detecting of falsification; a system for diagnosing crystalline and colloidal stability of base wines and wines, identifying sources of opacities of a physicochemical nature, issuing recommendations for their elimination; methodological and analytical support of technochemical control in winemaking; giving scientific and practical seminars, further education courses and consultations.