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Objective: Due to the aging population, older adult health became important. Family physicians play an important role in the health of older adults. This study aims to identify the challenges family physicians experience in counselling older adults. Method: A qualitative, phenomenological methodology was used. Authors conducted three semi-structured focus group interviews with 22 family physicians. The recorded interviews were transcribed, and thematic analysis was applied. Results: The mean age of the participants was 33.68 ± 8.37. The mean professional years of the participating physicians were 8.77±8.26 years. Seven of the participants were women and fifteen were men. Three themes emerged: (1) patient-related factors, (2) physician-related factors, and (3) physician remedies. Conclusion: There are positive and negative aspects to consulting older adults. Understanding the difficulties experienced can facilitate the solution. Physicians stated that there was no geriatrics training both in their medical school undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum. They also stated that they found themselves inadequate in this regard and that creates anxiety. Effective communication is important both physically and emotionally during the interview. In fact, communication and active listening skills can be taught and postgraduate training in geriatrics can be organized. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents an analysis of cybersecurity legislation in the member countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), focusing on Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Belarus. In four parts of the article, the main aspects of the legal regulation of cybercrime in each of these countries are considered, as well as problems and shortcomings in legislation are identified. Outdated norms and ambiguities in legislation that are unable to adequately respond to modern challenges of cybercrime are discussed. The importance of an integrated approach to cybersecurity is emphasized, which includes not only legal regulation, but also technical, organizational and educational measures. It is proposed to conduct a more in-depth analysis and comparison of legislation to identify common trends, differences and the effectiveness of measures taken in the fight against cybercrime.Aim. Analysis of the legislation of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states in the field of cybersecurity and cybercrime prevention, identification of common trends and differences, evaluation of the effectiveness of measures taken, and determination of directions for further improvement of cybersecurity in the region.Tasks. Analysis of the legislation of the EAEU member states in the field of cybersecurity, evaluation of measures taken to counter cyber threats, identification of common trends and differences in regulatory approaches, determination of directions for improving the legal framework and practical measures in combating cybercrime.Methods. Analysis of the legal acts of the EAEU member states on cybersecurity and cybercrime, comparative analysis to identify common trends and differences, evaluation of the effectiveness of legislation in countering cyber threats, identification of problems, and proposal of directions for improving the legal framework considering modern challenges in cybersecurity.Results. Expected improvement in information exchange and experience sharing, development of common strategies and standards in cybersecurity, reduction in the number of successful cyberattacks through joint efforts, and enhancement of the security level of information systems and data through joint technical and organizational measures.Conclusions. Cooperation among the EAEU member states in cybersecurity can lead to a reduction in the number of cybercrimes, enhancement of the security level of information systems and data, stimulation of innovative development in the digital sphere, and strengthening trust in electronic services and the development of the digital economy in the region, which are key aspects in the modern information society.

The teaching of specialized English encompasses a multifaceted approach that integrates the four fundamental language competences - writing, speaking, reading, and listening - within the context of specific professional domains. This article synthesizes the most important aspects in teaching specialized English, elucidating the significance of genre-based instruction, authentic materials, task-based learning, and formative assessment in fostering language proficiency and disciplinary literacy. Drawing upon theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence, we delineate pedagogical strategies and approaches that empower learners to navigate the complexities of language use within specialized domains with confidence and competence. Knowledge of specialized English is an indispensable tool for people who want to excel in various professional fields, where effective communication is essential for success. That is why teachers should analyze thoroughly the students’ level of English and provide them with necessary information and authentic materials in order to develop their skills and help them become high quality specialists in their domains.

Abstract Background The positive effects of regular physical activity on children and adolescents’ physical and mental health are well-established. Despite these health benefits, most Swiss adolescents do not meet WHO’s recommended level of physical activity, which includes a daily minimum of 60 min of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. Due to their inclusivity, schools are identified as a key setting to promote physical activity. Recently, the comprehensive school physical activity program (CSPAP), in which teachers as physical activity leaders (PALs) play a crucial role to advance comprehensive school-based physical activity promotion, has been discussed. However, such comprehensive approaches are still lacking in Switzerland, and specific PAL trainings do not exist. Therefore, the aim of this study is to implement and evaluate Active School, a comprehensive school-based physical activity program for Swiss secondary schools with integrated PAL training. Methods/design A cluster randomized controlled trial (RCT) involving 12 secondary schools (6 experimental, 6 waiting control schools) will assess baseline data and effectiveness of Active School at 12 and 24 months. Active School includes five components based on the CSPAP. Each school is encouraged to set individual physical activity goals in this regard. This process is guided by the PALs, who will participate in professional development training before and during Active School implementation. As a primary outcome, students’ moderate-to-vigorous physical activity will be assessed via accelerometers. As secondary outcomes, inactivity, light physical activity, step counts, aerobic fitness and coordination will be measured, and students’ general wellbeing, learning behavior, and multiple psychosocial measures related to physical activity will be assessed by questionnaires. The effectiveness evaluation is accompanied by a process evaluation that focuses on the implementation outcomes of dose of delivery, reach, feasibility, and sustainability. A mixed methods approach, including ripple effect mapping, will be employed to reconstruct and understand the implementation process. Discussion This study will be the first to implement and evaluate a CSPAP in the Swiss school system. The specific PAL training and the simultaneous application of effectiveness and process evaluation are considered strengths of the study. Trial registration German Clinical Trials Register (DRKS00033362). Date of registration: January 25, 2024. Retrospectively registered.

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Background: The positive effects of regular physical activity on children and adolescents' physical and mental health are well-established. Despite these health benefits, most Swiss adolescents do not meet WHO's recommended level of physical activity, which includes a daily minimum of 60 min of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. Due to their inclusivity, schools are identified as a key setting to promote physical activity. Recently, the comprehensive school physical activity program (CSPAP), in which teachers as physical activity leaders (PALs) play a crucial role to advance comprehensive school-based physical activity promotion, has been discussed. However, such comprehensive approaches are still lacking in Switzerland, and specific PAL trainings do not exist. Therefore, the aim of this study is to implement and evaluate Active School, a comprehensive school-based physical activity program for Swiss secondary schools with integrated PAL training. Methods/design: A cluster randomized controlled trial (RCT) involving 12 secondary schools (6 experimental, 6 waiting control schools) will assess baseline data and effectiveness of Active School at 12 and 24 months. Active School includes five components based on the CSPAP. Each school is encouraged to set individual physical activity goals in this regard. This process is guided by the PALs, who will participate in professional development training before and during Active School implementation. As a primary outcome, students' moderate-to-vigorous physical activity will be assessed via accelerometers. As secondary outcomes, inactivity, light physical activity, step counts, aerobic fitness and coordination will be measured, and students' general wellbeing, learning behavior, and multiple psychosocial measures related to physical activity will be assessed by questionnaires. The effectiveness evaluation is accompanied by a process evaluation that focuses on the implementation outcomes of dose of delivery, reach, feasibility, and sustainability. A mixed methods approach, including ripple effect mapping, will be employed to reconstruct and understand the implementation process. Discussion: This study will be the first to implement and evaluate a CSPAP in the Swiss school system. The specific PAL training and the simultaneous application of effectiveness and process evaluation are considered strengths of the study. Trial registration: German Clinical Trials Register (DRKS00033362). Date of registration: January 25, 2024. Retrospectively registered. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The art of constructing an insightful literature review manuscript has witnessed an exemplar in the work of Oz et al (2023), wherein concept progression harmoniously merges with figures and tables. Reflecting on retrospective data science, it is evident that well-cited articles can wield a transformative influence on the Journal Citation Reports Impact Factor score, as exemplified by Robert Weinbergs landmark on cancer (Hanahan and Weinberg, 2011). Here, we aim to spotlight a commendable contribution by Tuba Oz, Ajeet Kaushik, and Małgorzata Kujawska in this issue while pivoting towards identifying the hallmarks of a subpar literature review-elements that hinder rather than promote advancement. The hurdles and roadblocks encountered within subpar literature reviews are multifold. Anticipation of emerging trends, identification of challenges, and exploration of solutions remain conspicuously absent. Original Contributions fail to surface amidst the vast sea of pre-existing literature, with noticeable gaps amplified by the lack of illustrative figures and tables. The manuscript, at times, assumes a skeletal form, reflecting an attempt to accommodate an excess of references, leading to convoluted sentences laden with citations. In contrast, a potent solution lies in adopting a comprehensive approach. A nuanced and critical evaluation of sources can culminate in a robust discussion, surpassing the mere summarization of conclusions drawn by others. This approach, often dismissed, holds the potential to elevate clarity, coherence, and logical flow, ultimately inviting engaged readership and coveted citations. The critical necessity of integrating visionary insights is underscored and achieved through a rigorous analysis of pivotal concepts and innovative ideas. Examples can be harnessed to elucidate the application of these solutions. We advocate a paradigm shift, urging literature review writers to embrace the readers perspective. A literature reviews purpose extends beyond providing a comprehensive panorama; it should illuminate avenues for concept development within a specific field of interest. By achieving this balance, literature reviews stand to captivate a devoted readership, paving the way for manuscripts that are both widely read and frequently cited. The pathway forward requires a fusion of astute analysis and visionary insights, shaping the future of literature review composition.

Vascular graft infection (VGI) is one of the most serious complications following arterial reconstructive surgery. VGI has received increasing attention over the past decade, but many questions remain regarding its diagnosis and management. In this review, we describe our approach to VGI through multidisciplinary collaboration and discuss decision making for challenging presentations. This review will concentrate on VGI that impacts both aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms excluding the ascending thoracic aorta. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of this article is to study the methodology for analyzing the financial results of the enterprise and the formation of a comprehensive approach for its implementation, taking into account the theoretical aspects of the research of scientists and the practical aspects of the functioning of enterprises in modern conditions, including subjects of the agricultural industry. It has been proven that the war waged by the Russian Federation against Ukraine had a significant impact on the financial results of export-import operations, on negative changes in the balance and the coefficient of coverage of imports by exports. But despite a certain reduction in the positive balance in agricultural goods trade, there is an improvement in the structure of foreign trade turnover and the functioning of the agricultural sector even during the period of military operations and the difficult economic situation in Ukraine. It has been found that increasing the financial results of such subjects of the national economy is possible with the use of such a tool in their management system as financial analysis. The method of analyzing the financial results of enterprises from 2000 to the present time has been studied. It has been proven that the method of analyzing financial results changes in accordance with changes in the factors of the external environment of enterprise functioning, changes in the enterprise management system, requirements of management and owners to ensure and increase the efficiency of operation, competitiveness and development, transformation of activities, as well as scientific research on the formation and development of methodological bases of such research. It has been substantiated that in the modern realities of conducting financial analysis, the analysis methods associated with a more detailed calculation based on various articles of financial reporting inevitably come to the fore. This is connected with the need for a more in-depth analysis of financial statements, financial condition, financial results and active business activity of the enterprise in the modern conditions of its functioning. A comprehensive methodical approach to conducting the financial results of the company's activity has been formed, which has been substantiated by us and, in our opinion, is important for ensuring the effective activity, competitiveness and profitability of the business of such important subjects of the national economy as the subjects of the agricultural industry of Ukraine. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research investigates the multifaceted determinants of academic performance in a large-scale study of 5,092 undergraduate students across diverse Moroccan universities. We delved into demographic, academic, psychological, societal, and lifestyle factors, providing a comprehensive analysis of potential influencers on academic success. These dimensions were identified as significant predictors of academic performance, as gauged by the students' Grade Point Average (GPA). The findings reveal the intricate and interconnected nature of these factors and their cumulative influence on a student's academic trajectory. Our study emphasizes the necessity for a holistic approach that integrates not only traditional academic strategies, but also psychological support, balanced lifestyle practices, and effective societal engagement. Our research underscores the rich interplay among these variables and offers a profound understanding of their collective impact on academic performance. The derived insights could be instrumental for educators, policymakers, and researchers striving to create strategies that amplify student success. While acknowledging the inherent limitations of the study, we believe the results serve as a pivotal guidepost in the ongoing quest to optimize student academic outcomes and overall well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Esports, as one of the most dynamic segments of the modern entertainment industry, requires not only high player skill but also effective organization and management of all internal processes. This need has been shaped by the growth in the number of esports clubs, tournaments, and leagues, leading to the necessity of implementing complex data management systems and altering approaches to ensure the seamless interaction of all infrastructure components. Thus, this article aims to provide a systematic characterization of the impact of routing processes and the collaborative functioning of clubs on the quality of integrated management of their operations. The research results have demonstrated that routing processes and collaborative functioning within the integrated management of esports club systems lead to increased efficiency, reduced costs, improved decision-making, higher employee and customer satisfaction, and enhanced club competitiveness.

Cardiovascular diseases represent a leading cause of morbidity worldwide. Over the past years, the field of cardiac surgery has significantly evolved. Globally, more than 2 million cardiac surgeries are performed annually. Among the main procedures are coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacements, and heart transplants. The increasing number of patients requiring such treatment and, consequently, the rising number of procedures performed imply an improvement in their quality. With advancements in surgical techniques, the scope of patients eligible for procedures has also expanded. Patients undergoing cardiac surgeries are increasingly older and often suffer from significant comorbidities, such as hypertension and diabetes. Effective cardiac surgery significantly enhances the quality of life. When caring for a patient undergoing cardiac surgery, many aspects of the patient need to be considered to approach them holistically, while simultaneously creating an individualized treatment pathway. Not only the cardiac aspect but also various other factors need to be taken into account, including the patient's diet, medications, comorbidities, mental state, and physical activity. In this work, we emphasize the role of both postoperative and preoperative care for cardiac surgery patients, which, when properly executed, can be the key to the patient's recovery.

AbstractThe purpose of this research is to identify the determining factors of green product branding, a model for Iran's food industry. The research method is applicable in terms of purpose, and mixed (qualitative-quantitative) in terms of implementation method, and survey-exploratory in terms of data collection method. The statistical population of the research in the qualitative part includes 15 managers of green brand food companies with master's and PhD educations in the field of management, agriculture and entrepreneurship, as well as professors of business management and environment at the university, who were selected for an interview by means of judgmental sampling. The statistical population in the quantitative part is the consumers of green products in the food industry; 384 people were selected using available sampling and answered the questions of the questionnaire. Interviews and questionnaires made by the researcher and taken from the qualitative section were used to collect information. In the qualitative section, the data obtained from the interviews were coded and analyzed in three main stages: open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. In the quantitative section, SPSS software was used for analysis and PLS was used for structural equations. The results in the qualitative section showed that 214 open codes, 85 concepts and 26 subcategories were identified and extracted from the conducted interviews. The results in the quantitative part showed that the model has a suitable fit and can be used for branding green products in the country's food industry.Extended AbstractIntroductionToday, in response to the increasing public interest in sustainable development, many companies have introduced green products. The characteristics of production and consumption of green products are in accordance with the concepts of economy, where waste reduction and environmental protection are the most important (Govindan & Hasanagic, 2018). In the economy, green products are increasingly popular with consumers and widely marketed. Selling green products creates domestic competition with non-green products. Green products usually have a higher quality level than non-green products. Due to the sustainable production method, green products have a higher production cost than non-green products (Shen et al, 2019). As a result, it is widely observed that green products are more expensive than non-green products (Basiri & Heydari, 2017). Consumers are also looking for a brand that has a strong planning strategy and methodology to achieve environmental sustainability in accordance with current and future regulatory guidelines and policies. Therefore, most business units have tried to incorporate sustainability into process and product or service design (Upadhyay & Kumar, 2020). Branding can be critical to a company's long-term success, especially for companies operating in markets with many clusters (many buyers and sellers) and few differentiated products. On the other hand, in recent years, climate changes along with increasing environmental awareness have changed consumers' purchasing decisions towards green and environmentally friendly products (Aivazidou et al, 2017). Green marketing is emerging as a popular advertising strategy due to increasing environmental concerns and awareness. In addition, in order to achieve a better understanding of the environmental movement of the target society, it is an important issue to test the attitude of the consumers of that country towards environmental issues and, as a result, their behavior (Mohammadi et al, 2022).Based on this, the current research is looking for an answer to this question: What are the determining factors of branding green products, a model for Iran's food industry?Theoretical FrameworkbrandA brand is not only a symbol that distinguishes a product from others, but also includes all the features that come to mind when a buyer thinks of that brand. These characteristics are the objective, abstract, psychological and social characteristics of that product (Xiangbo et al, 2021). Green brands, green labels and characteristics of green environmental products create positive feelings in certain groups and consumers who know that a product is green and when it is better to use it. Natural brands and proper labeling are successful from a marketing point of view because of the positive overall image they create, and consumers tend to buy such products and therefore stick with them (Del Afruz et al, 2017).Green marketingThe concept of green marketing is a business process that takes into account consumers' concerns about protecting the natural environment. Previously primarily based on environmental status, green marketing is becoming more sustainable in marketing efforts, with a primary focus on environmental and socio-economic status. However, the green market is defined as part of the market segments related to green consumption (Yoo et al, 2019).Sandoughi et al, (2022) studied the modeling process of organic agricultural products market development in Iran with an interpretative structural approach. Based on the obtained results, the process model of organic agricultural products market development starts from the analysis of the current situation, setting goals and prospects, and ends with the stage of increasing consumption and capacity building in the market. This model can be used as a guide by policy makers and all organic field activists in various research, planning and implementation sectors. Sarkar et al, (2022) investigated environmental and economic sustainability through innovative green products with renewable production. The findings showed that highly innovative green products perform better than low innovative products when uncertainty in demand and supply is high. Furthermore, new green products should be introduced only when the expected benefits of the new products outweigh the losses of the existing products. New policy innovation with remanufacturing is cost-effective compared to traditional innovation policy.Research methodologyAccording to its purpose, the research method is applicable; in terms of execution method, it is mixed (qualitative-quantitative); and in terms of data collection method, it is survey-exploratory. The statistical population of this research in the qualitative part is the managers of green brand food companies with master's and doctorate educations in the field of management, agriculture and entrepreneurship, as well as university professors of business management and environment. The statistical population in the quantitative section is the consumers of green products in this industry, which were considered as the sample size of 384 people using Cochran's formula and available sampling method. Collecting information in the qualitative part by the interview; and in the quantitative part of the research using the concepts obtained in the qualitative part, a questionnaire of 85 questions was used.Research findingsIn the qualitative section, the data obtained from the interviews were coded and analyzed in three main stages: open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. In the quantitative section, SPSS software was used for analysis and PLS was used for structural equations. The results in the qualitative section showed that 214 open codes, 85 concepts and 26 subcategories were identified and extracted from the conducted interviews. The results in the quantitative part showed that the model has a suitable fit and can be used for branding green products in the country's food industry.ConclusionThe current research has been carried out with the aim of identifying the determining factors of green product branding, a model for Iran's food industry. The results of the present study are in agreement with the results of Sandoughi et al, (2022), Mohammadi et al, (2022), Sarkar et al, (2022), Jegatheesan et al, (2021), Mohammadi Far & Soleimani (2021), Pourjamshidi et al, (2020), Marvi et al, (2021), Pourjamshidi et al, (2021), and Tandon et al, (2016). Mohammadi Far & Soleimani (2021) investigated the design of a multi-level framework for the successful implementation of green marketing in food manufacturing companies. The findings of the model indicate that several factors influence the implementation of green marketing in a multidimensional and intertwined manner. These factors can be categorized in four levels. The fourth level factors form the most basic layer and include the penetration of belief in green marketing in the philosophy and vision of the company; the third level includes the support of senior managers and changes in the organization's internal procedures; the second level includes optimizing the organizational structure, improving the organizational culture, improving employees and managing the change process: and the first level, which was placed in the highest and most operational layer of the interpretive structural model hierarchy, includes changes in the marketing mix, understanding and implementing green marketing audits, and developing technology infrastructure of information.According to the results obtained from the research, it is suggested:Advertising programs should be developed to familiarize the general public with green products, features and benefits on the platform of social networks.Human resource development programs and attention to the training of people in this field should be developed.Selection of food industry experts and experts in the field of green products so that their experiences in the field of green products production can be used.To improve the quality and safety of programs related to the production of green products and achieving health and management standards.

The war in Ukraine has become a dominant negative factor affecting the continuity of activity of almost every business entity, which actualizes the issue of improving management information support. The article aims to reveal the theoretical and methodical foundations of analytical support for business continuity management under uncertainty. It was substantiated that the primary condition for the ability of enterprises to continue their existence shortly is the financial ability to reproduce their value sustainably. It was determined that the main characteristics of the financial capacity of enterprises' business continuity are the financial condition, financial stability, and the potential of value reproduction. These characteristics are interrelated. The starting provisions for developing analytical support for business continuity management have been formed. A methodical approach to the comprehensive analysis of the financial capacity of continuity of activity was proposed, which is represented by three blocks: 1) preliminary analysis of internal and external factors; 2) comprehensive analysis of the potential of the enterprise's financial capacity; 3) modification of the results of a comprehensive analysis of the potential of financial capacity for making management decisions and developing financial forecasts of the enterprise's development. The results of an analytical assessment of the degree of influence of factors on the continuity of activity based on an expert survey serve as an information base for making management decisions to select priorities regarding the reproduction of value by business segments for the future. A comprehensive approach to the real assessment of the value of the enterprise is based on a combination of private estimates of the value of the enterprise by cost, income and market methods by calculating an integral indicator that takes into account the specific weight of each of the approaches. This approach allows the formation of information for making management decisions, developing forecasts regarding the potential for value reproduction, and preparing conclusions to ensure continuous activity in conditions of uncertainty.

The war in Ukraine has become a dominant negative factor affecting the continuity of activity of almost every business entity, which actualizes the issue of improving management information support. The article aims to reveal the theoretical and methodical foundations of analytical support for business continuity management under uncertainty. It was substantiated that the primary condition for the ability of enterprises to continue their existence shortly is the financial ability to reproduce their value sustainably. It was determined that the main characteristics of the financial capacity of enterprises' business continuity are the financial condition, financial stability, and the potential of value reproduction. These characteristics are interrelated. The starting provisions for developing analytical support for business continuity management have been formed. A methodical approach to the comprehensive analysis of the financial capacity of continuity of activity was proposed, which is represented by three blocks: 1) preliminary analysis of internal and external factors; 2) comprehensive analysis of the potential of the enterprise's financial capacity; 3) modification of the results of a comprehensive analysis of the potential of financial capacity for making management decisions and developing financial forecasts of the enterprise's development. The results of an analytical assessment of the degree of influence of factors on the continuity of activity based on an expert survey serve as an information base for making management decisions to select priorities regarding the reproduction of value by business segments for the future. A comprehensive approach to the real assessment of the value of the enterprise is based on a combination of private estimates of the value of the enterprise by cost, income and market methods by calculating an integral indicator that takes into account the specific weight of each of the approaches. This approach allows the formation of information for making management decisions, developing forecasts regarding the potential for value reproduction, and preparing conclusions to ensure continuous activity in conditions of uncertainty. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

With the development of global challenges such as climate change, social inequalities and economic difficulties, society's demand for transparency and openness of companies is increasing. Investors, consumers and other stakeholders are making more efforts to assess the impact of companies on the environment and society. Integrated reporting provides the means to combine financial and non-financial information to provide a clear picture of the entire company's operations. Moreover, the concepts of integrated reporting contribute to the improvement of internal management and strategic decision-making. They allow companies to respond more effectively to changes in the business environment and be competitive in the global market space. The article is devoted to revealing the information essence of the fundamental concepts of integrated reporting. Considering the complex approach to the presentation of information, the author aims to offer additional concepts for compiling integrated reporting. Implementing these concepts will be a strategic step for companies seeking sustainable and responsible development, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and maintaining a competitive advantage in the market. The article analyzes the fundamental concepts of integrated reporting, considered and recommended in the International Standard of Integrated Reporting. The author proposed several additional concepts to consider when preparing integrated reporting. These concepts can be included in an integrated report to further reveal specific aspects of the company's activities and contribute to a better understanding of its impact on various areas of society. In addition, additional concepts of integrated reporting during the war are proposed, allowing companies to adequately respond to the state of war and help minimize its negative impact on employees, stakeholders, and society.

Objective: to trace the development trajectory of legal regulation in the field of artificial intelligence in the People’s Republic of China by revealing the advantages and disadvantages of China’s approach to artificial intelligence regulation and to outline the prospects of national regulation for the nearest future, taking into account the world experience.Methods: general scientific methods of analysis and synthesis, classification, systemic and functional approaches. Also, the formal-legal, comparativelegal, and historical-legal methods were used.Results: the research demonstrates the validity of Chinese claims for world leadership in the creation of legal regulation of artificial intelligence, as it is in China that the first normative legal acts were adopted. These acts have already entered into force; however, each of them deals with a narrow range of issues, while there is no law to establish general rules for the artificial intelligence industry. Among the characteristic features of the Chinese approach we can name, first of all, its iterative nature, which allows adjusting the regulation with each new step. Another feature is the sectoral nature of the regulation.Scientific novelty: in the course of the research, the development stages of artificial intelligence legal regulation in China were identified and described; the advantages and disadvantages of the Chinese approach to regulation were identified and argued; this approach was compared with the approaches of China’s main rivals competing with it in terms of the technology development and its legal regulation. All of the above allowed making conclusions about the subsequent development of legal regulation in China and in the whole world.Practical significance: familiarization with the research materials enables interested legal scholars, and not only them, to get a clear idea of the level of artificial intelligence regulation, achieved by China. China’s experience is of significant interest to the rest of the world, showing the correctness or faults of possible regulatory options in the new and complex field. The study results can be used in the practice of legal regulation in the sphere of artificial intelligence, as well as in preparing lectures in the relevant courses and writing tutorials for law students.

The African Union (AU) has responded to the political and security crisis in Somalia by deploying the AU Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) in 2007. The AMISOM was AU's largest and the most complex peace support operation and one of its strategic objectives became degrading Al-Shabaab and reducing the threat posed by terrorist groups. While AMISOM has contributed to reducing the territorial spread of the group, over the past 16 years, it has at a heavy cost of counterterrorism operations deployed in extremely risky conditions, resulting in high cost of human life. Drawing on some of the lessons of AMISOM, this paper examines the effectiveness and sustainability of African-led Peace Support Operations in countering terrorism. The paper illustrates some of the shortfalls of military heavy response and makes the case for a conceptual framework (comprehensive approach), for dealing with the threat of terrorism in Somalia driven by a number of underlying political, economic and social factors. Finally, the paper reflects on how AMISOM has shaped continental policies and responses to insecurity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article analyzes the dynamics of early comprehensive psychological and pedagogical care for children aged 3 years with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) using the DIR/Floortime approach. The experimental group included 18 ASD patients aged 3 years who attended a special program in Svt. Luka’s Center for Health and Development (Moscow) on a regular basis (2–3 times a week). The comprehensive program included weekly individual classes of 4 types: Floortime therapy, kinesotherapy with elements of sensory integration, game speech therapist-defectologist, and sensory-gaming group. The control group included 19 ASD patients aged 3 years who did not attend special classes. We used the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale (VABS) and Functional Emotional Assessment Scale (FEAS) for examination. Children were examined at baseline and after 3 months. We found that children from the experimental group had a significant positive dynamics in their communication skills, daily living skills, motor development, desire for emotional contact, communicative initiative, and two-way interaction. Children from the control group did not demonstrate any significant dynamics of these parameters.

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This paper aims to evaluate the interest of adopting a comprehensive approach to study sporting event impacts. The study case is the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2014 in Normandy. Measurement of the economic impact is based on the Wilson multiplier. The calculation of social benefits relies on a typical cost–benefit analysis, through the Clawson–Knetsch Travel cost and the Contingent valuation methods, completed by a qualitative work. The analysis of the environmental impact and the long-term legacy is more descriptive and relies on miscellaneous indicators. The economic impact is significant for the region and reaches 125% of the organizational budget. Social benefits resulting from spectators and local inhabitants exceed the amount invested by the public sector. Negative environmental effects had been partly reduced because of accompanying measures, illustrating their importance. In the long term, an heritage for the equestrian sector, and to a lesser extent for the tourism sector, is underlined. This study shows the interest to consider the event impacts globally. To this end, methodologies deeply rooted in the literature can be used for economic and social effects but new approaches and methodologies need to be developed for environmental impacts and legacy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Vision Zero Insurance is a new approach to road safety that combines the principles of the Vision Zero framework with insurance incentives. The concept proposes linking insurance premiums to driving behaviour, rewarding safe driving behaviour and increasing premiums for risky driving behaviour. In addition, the concept includes a victim compensation fund financed through a small surcharge on insurance premiums. Vision Zero Insurance aims to incentivize safer driving behaviour and reduce the number of road accidents, while also providing support to victims of these accidents. This paper proposes a new approach to road safety, called Vision Zero Insurance, which incentivizes safe driving behaviour and provides financial support to victims of road accidents and complements traditional methods of reducing accidents and help achieve goal of zero fatalities and serious injuries on roads. The concept also includes a victim compensation fund to provide financial support to victims of road accidents, regardless of fault. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Copyright of Accounting & Finance / Oblìk ì Fìnansi is the property of Institute of Accounting & Finance and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

This paper addresses the relationship between the life of the Spanish legal philosopher, Gregorio Peces-Barba Martinez, and the development of human rights and fundamental rights in the Spanish university environment in the nineties. It is analyzed its evolution in Argentina in the same period of time. Finally, this work highlights both, the integral (and three-dimensional) bases of the thought of the Spanish teacher, and the scope they have at present and in the future of all human rights. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Summary: Hybridization caused by frequent environmental changes can lead both to species diversification (speciation) and to speciation reversal (despeciation), but the latter has rarely been demonstrated. Parthenocissus, a genus with its trifoliolate lineage in the Himalayan–Hengduan Mountains (HHM) region showing perplexing phylogenetic relationships, provides an opportunity for investigating speciation dynamics based on integrated evidence.We investigated phylogenetic discordance and reticulate evolution in Parthenocissus based on rigorous analyses of plastome and transcriptome data. We focused on reticulations in the trifoliolate lineage in the HHM region using a population‐level genome resequencing dataset, incorporating evidence from morphology, distribution, and elevation.Comprehensive analyses confirmed multiple introgressions within Parthenocissus in a robust temporal–spatial framework. Around the HHM region, at least three hybridization hot spots were identified, one of which showed evidence of ongoing speciation reversal.We present a solid case study using an integrative methodological approach to investigate reticulate evolutionary history and its underlying mechanisms in plants. It demonstrates an example of speciation reversal through frequent hybridizations in the HHM region, which provides new perspectives on speciation dynamics in mountainous areas with strong topographic and environmental heterogeneity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article has been devoted to the substantiation of methodological foundations and formation of scientific and practical recommendations for the management of sustainable development of the agri-food sphere. It has been shown that the imperative of sustainable development is an important world view ideology of the future. It has been noted that the agri-food sphere of Ukraine is an open system that is constantly changing and differs in the specificity of reproductive processes related to uncontrollable natural conditions, seasonal production and force majeure.The theoretical aspects and meaningful characteristics of the sustainable development of the agrifood sphere have been highlighted. The importance of the role of interdisciplinary approaches to solving socially important tasks has been emphasized, including ensuring the sustainable development of the agri-food sphere. The notion of scientific methodology has been conceptually described. It has been noted that the quality of the methodology directly affects the quality of the scientific research. It has been shown that it is the systemic change of methodology that will associate theoretical prospects with the applied logic of the scientific research. The ways of implementing the methodology of the comprehensive approach to the sustainable development of the agri-food sphere have been created. It has been noted that the comprehensive approach to the management of sustainable development of the agri-food sphere should be based on the principles of organization of spatial development, activation of innovative component, increase of production of high-tech products, acceleration of the introduction of resource-saving technologies, step-by -step improvement in the quality of life of the country's population. It has been noted that an important aspect of sustainable development of the agri-food sphere is diversification of activities in rural areas and green tourism. Perspective directions of further scientific research in this area have been identified. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Moldova faces substantial agri-food security challenges, including the availability, accessibility, and affordability of safe, nutritious food for its population. With high poverty rates and a large rural population relying on agriculture, Moldova's agricultural sector has small landholdings, low productivity, and insufficient investment in modern technologies. Climate change and extreme weather events have led to declines in agricultural production and increased dependence on imports for food needs. The recent COVID-19 pandemic and regional conflict in Ukraine have exacerbated food insecurity, causing rising food prices and reduced availability. This paper uses a SWOT framework to analyze Moldova's agri-food security, identifying areas for improvement and potential strategies for enhancing resilience and sustainability. Findings emphasize the importance of integrated, multi-sectoral approaches, promoting sustainable agricultural practices, investing in modern technologies, and fostering collaboration among the government, international organizations, and stakeholders. By addressing these challenges and leveraging opportunities, Moldova can improve the long-term resilience and competitiveness of its agri-food sector while ensuring food security for its population. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper explores the effectiveness of a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction that integrates both the science and art of reading for adolescents. Drawing on a range of research and educational practices, this paper emphasizes the importance of merging explicit, structured instruction in the foundations of reading with student choice, engagement, and collaborative learning opportunities. Scaffolding comprehension and vocabulary development, integrating technology and multimodal literacy, and prioritizing professional development and teacher preparation programs are also discussed. A case study of a middle school language arts teacher and her student illustrates the practical implications of a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction. The findings suggest that a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction can enhance students’ reading skills and overall engagement, leading to improved academic outcomes. By empowering educators to address the complexities of reading, the comprehensive approach to literacy instruction fosters a new generation of skilled, passionate readers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the article, based on the methods of grouping and classification, the approaches to the interpretation of transport and logistics infrastructure proposed by various scientific schools are conventionally systematized. An author's approach to defining the meaning of the terms “transport infrastructure” and “logistics infrastructure” is proposed. Financial, economic, social, and informational factors influencing the level of investment attractiveness of transport and logistics enterprises have been identified. The approach to evaluating the effectiveness of innovative activities in the transport sector is substantiated, the use of which will allow examining the current state of the government regulation processes, the decision-making and goal-setting support system, and institutional provision. An organizational model of the national innovative transport hub and an approach to evaluating its functioning are proposed. Proposals have been made for diagnosing the investment attractiveness of transport infrastructure objects, selecting priority projects for government funding, and forming public-private partnership models for the innovative development of transport infrastructure. An investment strategy has been developed, the main provisions of which should be based on the established investment policy of enterprises in the field of transport and logistics. The relevance of the problem of modernization of transport and logistics infrastructure in the context of sustainable development and recovery of the national economy of Ukraine at the current stage is proven. The key vectors of the modernization of the transport and logistics infrastructure have been established, which include green transformation (decarbonization, implementation of the mechanism of green logistics, green investment as a non-traditional source of financial support for the implementation of infrastructure projects), innovative technologies, public-private partnership, clustering, digitalization (digital logistics, digital transport technologies).

This article examines the relationship between nutrition and family medicine, highlighting the importance of a comprehensive approach to health. It presents a review of the literature on the influence of nutrition on various medical conditions and highlights the need to address nutrition as an integral part of medical care. In addition, the benefits of healthy eating are discussed and practical recommendations for the implementation of nutritional interventions in the field of family medicine are provided. Ultimately, it is concluded that the incorporation of nutrition into family health care can have a significant impact on the prevention and management of chronic diseases, improving the quality of life of patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the current approach of the Czech Republic to the phenomenon of hybrid threats and analyses the fundamental shortcomings that determine the effective management of these threats. As part of a comprehensive approach, the text is supplemented by the current view of the European Union and NATO on addressing the issue of hybrid action by hostile actors. A summary comparison of the approaches of the Czech Republic, the European Union and NATO points to the need for mutual institutional synergy among these entities. Although the current approaches of the mentioned subjects are relatively sufficiently doctrinally anchored, the absence of a complex and especially practically functioning apparatus and specific operational tools that would be able to face a wide range of hybrid threats persists.

Aging is a natural phenomenon that is irrevocable. The older adult population is increasing rapidly in India, projected to increase from 6% to nearly 20% in 2050. Clinical conditions found among the elderly that do not fit into discrete disease categories and result from accumulated impairments in multiple systems are called geriatric syndromes. The authors have done a literature search of research papers from indexed and nonindexed journals e databases, Google Scholar, PubMed, and Scopus, Science Direct, Research Gate, and Cochrane. The search terms included were geriatric population, geriatric syndrome, geriatric care, elderly health problem, and comprehensive approach. The management of geriatric syndromes is a challenge to modern geriatric clinical practice. The comprehensive assessment of older adults using standardized tools must be carried out in any healthcare facility to ensure that their needs are met through care and treatment. Evidence-based standards of practice need to be implemented to provide nursing care for dealing with the therapeutic challenges of various geriatric syndromes.

Aging is a natural phenomenon that is irrevocable. The older adult population is increasing rapidly in India, projected to increase from 6% to nearly 20% in 2050. Clinical conditions found among the elderly that do not fit into discrete disease categories and result from accumulated impairments in multiple systems are called geriatric syndromes. The authors have done a literature search of research papers from indexed and nonindexed journals e databases, Google Scholar, PubMed, and Scopus, Science Direct, Research Gate, and Cochrane. The search terms included were geriatric population, geriatric syndrome, geriatric care, elderly health problem, and comprehensive approach. The management of geriatric syndromes is a challenge to modern geriatric clinical practice. The comprehensive assessment of older adults using standardized tools must be carried out in any healthcare facility to ensure that their needs are met through care and treatment. Evidence‑based standards of practice need to be implemented to provide nursing care for dealing with the therapeutic challenges of various geriatric syndromes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Whole-of-government coordination has produced meagre results if measured against declared aims. However, an assessment of such coordination efforts should include also unstated aims. Based on an in-depth study of the primary high-level coordination body for Norway's Afghanistan engagement, this article finds that the body was successful in pursuing symbolic politics. Showcasing was an underlying but non-declared aim of the body in question. These findings are significant because they provide an explanation why governments continue to pursue this kind of coordination efforts despite their apparent lack of success. Improved coordination was achieved mostly in terms of information sharing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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When Hungary transformed to an all-volunteer force in 2004, most attention was given to the regular component and very little mention was made of reservists. The main goal of this study is to draw attention to the importance of, and the potential, in the reserve component using historical research to produce an overview of how the reserve component of the Hungarian Defence Forces has evolved since the end of the Cold War. Information was collected and analysed from the discussed time period and interpretations were made of the collected evidence through systematic methods appraising all available studies to synthesise the findings. Similarly to other countries in the region, more than a century of conscription and the Warsaw Pact legacy still haunts the Hungarian Defence Forces. Fortunately, Hungary's NATO membership spearheaded the drive for qualitative change within the armed forces and more attention was paid to a volunteer reserve system. Hungary's NATO membership has ushered in a new era of security guarantees and obligations which, among other things, brought with it the realisation that the time for qualitative change in the armed forces had come. Among other changes, an initial shift of emphasis towards a reserve system -- followed by the adoption of the all-volunteer force model -- made it clear that a new basis had to be provided upon which to address the reserve issue in Hungary. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article applies grounded theory and epistemological, teleological, ontological, and methodological (ETOM) lenses to describe the prevalent contemporary theories of the centre of gravity concept, originated by Carl von Clausewitz. These include the theories of John Warden, Joe Strange & Richard Iron, Antulio Echevarria II, Milan Vego, Dale Eikmeier, and Jacob Barfoed. The article then compares the theories across 14 deduced theoretical aspects and produces a comparison matrix, that can be used as an analytical tool, and discusses implications as guidance for further research and doctrine development. The article argues that the term "centre of gravity" is polluted, and that the application of the term in military planning and doctrines requires careful attention to the specific theory being applied, so that logical consistency and clear, accurate communication is achieved. Alternatively, the concept may be removed from doctrine altogether, renovated with inclusion of a new unpolluted term, or reconstructed with removal of the centre of gravity, leaving a "critical factor analysis" concept behind. This article also provides a level of granularity to the debate about the concept, that renders critics like Paparone & Davis Jr and Zweibelson partly irrelevant and can provide a more nuanced and qualitative basis for future discussion. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Accompanying the spread of "new public management" since the 1980s, accrual accounting and results-based management has become a global standard. However, whether accrual accounting results in successful outcomes and which drivers lead to the intended impacts of the reform have been contested. Given the mixed arguments in the literature, we set out two research questions: (1) "Have public sector organizations realized any positive impacts on management practices by adopting mandatory accrual accounting?"; and (2) "What are the primary drivers of such impacts?" To answer these questions, we examine the impact on management practices by analyzing a survey to ascertain how financial department officers in Japanese local governments perceive the benefits of adopting mandatory accrual accounting on management practices. The results indicate that they have so far not recognized the intended benefits, though they had expected higher benefits in internal control. Then, we use technical-rational, socio-political, and institutional isomorphic perspectives in a comprehensive approach to understand the impacts on management practices. The logistic analysis shows that financial managers in local governments that do not have a majority party in the assembly, but consist of several parties in power, as well as in those with greater financial dependence on the central government, perceive higher benefits. Further, we find that financial managers that imitate other local governments as a form of mimetic pressure perceive fewer benefits. The results show that some technical-rational tools, sociopolitical conditions, and institutional pressures change the perceived benefits for public managers of adopting mandatory accrual accounting. Points for practitioners We find that some technical-rational, socio-political, and institutional factors explain the intended internal benefits of the mandatory adoption of accrual accounting. In practice, financial managers in local government feel the merits of accrual accounting in less autonomy in not only politics, but also finance, and few mimetic conditions. It might be understood that difficult situations would drive practitioners to use mandatory information. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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In the article, based on the methods of grouping and classification, the approaches to the interpretation of transport and logistics infrastructure proposed by various scientific schools are conventionally systematized. An author's approach to defining the meaning of the terms "transport infrastructure" and "logistics infrastructure" is proposed. Financial, economic, social, and informational factors influencing the level of investment attractiveness of transport and logistics enterprises have been identified. The approach to evaluating the effectiveness of innovative activities in the transport sector is substantiated, the use of which will allow examining the current state of the government regulation processes, the decision-making and goal-setting support system, and institutional provision. An organizational model of the national innovative transport hub and an approach to evaluating its functioning are proposed. Proposals have been made for diagnosing the investment attractiveness of transport infrastructure objects, selecting priority projects for government funding, and forming public-private partnership models for the innovative development of transport infrastructure. An investment strategy has been developed, the main provisions of which should be based on the established investment policy of enterprises in the field of transport and logistics. The relevance of the problem of modernization of transport and logistics infrastructure in the context of sustainable development and recovery of the national economy of Ukraine at the current stage is proven. The key vectors of the modernization of the transport and logistics infrastructure have been established, which include green transformation (decarbonization, implementation of the mechanism of green logistics, green investment as a non-traditional source of financial support for the implementation of infrastructure projects), innovative technologies, public-private partnership, clustering, digitalization (digital logistics, digital transport technologies). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]