Academic Institutions Research Articles

Enhancing cybersecurity: A comprehensive approach to addressing the growing threat of cybercrime

The rise of technology and internet usage has revolutionized interactions and business practices but has also significantly increased the prevalence of cybercrime. Cybercrimes, including data theft, ransomware, attacks on critical systems, and botnet-driven attacks, have grown more sophisticated and damaging. Recent research by Mphatheni and Maluleke (2022), Cascavilla, Tamburri, and Heuvel (2021), Shah and Chudasama (2021), Dupont and Whelan (2021), Djenna et al. (2023), and Back and LaPrade (2020) offers a detailed analysis of contemporary cybersecurity challenges and emerging solutions. These studies emphasize the need for a comprehensive approach to combating cybercrime. Mphatheni and Maluleke (2022) highlight the absence of a universal definition for cybercrime, which undermines prevention efforts and overlooks the global economic impact, particularly in Africa. Cascavilla, Tamburri, and Heuvel (2021) stress the importance of advanced machine learning techniques and threat intelligence for detecting cybercrimes across various web layers, advocating for improved risk assessment and anonymity measures. Shah and Chudasama (2021) propose a new cybercrime taxonomy to address gaps in current legislation, especially in regions like India where crimes often stem from data issues or malicious intent. Dupont and Whelan (2021) call for greater integration between cybercriminology and cybersecurity, promoting a continuous approach that fosters better collaboration between security and crime control domains. Djenna et al. (2023) introduce an advanced deep learning method for early botnet attack detection, enhancing forensic investigations and threat response. Back and LaPrade (2020) emphasize updating cybersecurity practices in academic institutions using a Situational Crime Prevention (SCP) framework to improve digital security. Overall, a proactive and coordinated strategy, incorporating new technologies, enhanced practices, and updated legislation, is essential for effective cybercrime prevention and response. Collaboration among governments, the private sector, and academia is crucial for developing robust defenses against escalating cyber threats.

Effects of N95 Masks Versus Surgical/Loop Masks on Arterial Blood Gases and Adverse Symptoms in Operating Room Staff During Prolonged Usage: A Pilot Study.

The COVID-19pandemic continues to have a catastrophic impact on the global population. N95 masks are commonly used as filtering facepiece respirators for healthcare workers. At the end of long shifts, they have reported headaches, dizziness, fatigue, exhaustion, and physical and mental discomfort. There is a lack of data on the effects of N95 masks on blood gases in healthcare workers who wear masks for longer durations. We analyzed and compared the effects of continuously wearing N95 versus loop/surgical masks on various symptomology parameters and arterial blood gases for longer durations. This was a non-blinded, pilot, observational study at a single academic institution. Utilizing a survey, we collected information on operating room staff volunteers (demographics, mask use, and symptoms) and measured transcutaneous partial pressure carbon dioxide (tcPCO2) and oxygen saturation (SpO2) before and after the subject's shift to identify changes. Thirty-nine subjects enrolled in the study (N95 mask = 13, loop/surgical mask = 26). Overall, 69.2% of the subjects continuously wore a mask for five or more hours on their shift. There was a statistical difference with reported fatigue with exclusively wearing an N95 mask versus a loop/surgical mask (p=0.017). None of the other parameters showed a statistical difference between groups. The tcPCO2 was not statistically different between mask types at the beginning of the shift (p=0.922) or at the end of the shift (p=0.188), although tcPCO2 levels increased. The SpO2 was not statistically different between the mask types at the beginning of the shift (p=0.883) or at the end of the shift (p=0.505) with SpO2 decreasing. Individuals exclusively wearing an N95 mask reported a statistically greater number of complaints of fatigue after their shift. No statistical differences were observed in arterial blood gas parameters measured for SpO2 and tcPCO2 between mask groups. No definitive conclusions can be made due to the small sample size.

Adoption of Advanced Systems for Digital Resource Management in Academic Institutions

In educational organizations, digital resource management refers to the organization and enhancement of electronic resources, including databases, libraries, and digital instructional materials. Excellent administration ensures optimal utilization, improves accessibility, and advances learning objectives. To achieve better institutional results, this approach entails incorporating digital tools, handling issues like data security and user training, and adjusting to new technological developments. Using an emphasis on the integration of digital libraries, e-learning platforms, and research databases, this study investigates the technologies and approaches used in maintaining digital resources within higher education circumstances. Through the use of a survey research design, this study employed a quantitative research methodology. Data gathered from a sample of 250 undergraduate students was utilized in this investigation. This study looks at the connections between teaching profile (TP), technology competence (TC), digital technology awareness (DTA), utility perception (UP), and usage motivation (UM). SPSS was utilized statistically to obtain the outcomes. Descriptive, correlation, and regression analysis were used to obtain the results utilizing data gathered from a sample of university participants. Significant of both conceptual and actual consequences have resulted from the findings.According to the study's findings, efficient use of digital resources in academic institutions greatly improves accessibility and resource utilization, both of which contribute to better learning outcomes.

A natural language processing-informed adrenal gland incidentaloma clinic improves guideline-based care.

Adrenal gland incidentalomas (AGIs) are found in up to 5% of cross-sectional images. However, rates of guideline-based workup for AGIs are notoriously low. We sought to determine if a natural language processing (NLP)-informed AGI clinic could improve the rates of indicated biochemical evaluation and adrenal-specific imaging. An NLP algorithm was created to detect clinically significant adrenal nodules from radiology reports of cross-sectional images at an academic institution. The NLP algorithm was applied to scans occurring between June 2020 and July 2021 to form a baseline cohort. The NLP algorithm was re-applied to scans from August 2021 to February 2023 and identified patients were invited to join an outpatient clinic dedicated to AGIs. Patients evaluated in the clinic from March 2022 to February 2023 were included in the intervention cohort. Statistical analysis utilized chi-square, t-test, and a multivariable logistic regression. The baseline and intervention cohorts included 1784 and 322 unique patients, respectively. Patients in the intervention cohort were more likely to be female (59% vs. 51%, p=0.01), be younger (60±13.1 vs. 64±13.2years, p<0.001), have smaller nodules (1.7cm, IQR 1.4-2.1 vs. 1.8cm, IQR 1.4-2.5cm, p=0.017), have had biochemical workup (99% vs. 13%, p<0.001), and have had adrenal-specific imaging (40% vs. 11%, p<0.001). In a multivariable analysis, intervention cohort patients were significantly more likely to have had biochemical workup (odds ratio ,OR 1209, confidence interval ,CI 434-5117, p<0.001) and adrenal-specific imaging (OR 8.89, CI 6.42-12.4, p<0.001). The implementation of an NLP-informed AGI clinic was associated with a seven-fold increase in biochemical workup and a three-fold increase in adrenal-specific imaging in participating patients.

Analysis of the Accessibility and User-Friendliness of Lavatory Facilities for Staff and Students in Naraguta Campus of University of Jos, Nigeria

Lavatory facilities in academic institutions are critical for maintaining hygiene, safety, and well-being, especially for staff, students, and persons with disabilities. This study assesses the accessibility and user-friendliness of lavatories on the Naraguta Campus of the University of Jos, Nigeria, focusing on availability, suitability for persons with disabilities, hygiene, and maintenance. Using a mixed-methods approach involving surveys and physical inspections, this study reveals the shortcomings in facility design, maintenance, and access. Recommendations for upgrading infrastructure, improving maintenance practices, and addressing water shortages are provided.

Obtaining Academic Employment Within the U.S. Context: The Experiences of Strugglers

In the present study, we explored the experiences of Ph.D. graduates in navigating the U.S. academic job market. Using interpretative phenomenology and interview data from 15 Ph.D. graduates, we found that while pursuing academic positions, the Ph.D. graduates faced concerns about the best-fit qualities, negotiated their failures with a flexible mindset, and introspected to restore their academic identity. These internal struggles suggest the challenges of validating doctoral employability in a highly competitive academic job market. This paper discusses the findings and offers recommendations for further research and for doctoral students/graduates and academic institutions.

Understanding drivers of changing flood dynamics for enhancing coastal community resilience: a participatory approach

In recent decades, coastal communities globally have experienced increased frequency and intensity of flood hazards, especially in developing nations. An increase in flooding has often been attributed to population growth, rising sea levels, extreme weather events, rapid urbanization, and poor land use, often exacerbated by insufficient urban flood risk management policies. However, flood risk management is complex and necessitates an in-depth look at factors that drive changing flood dynamics in coastal cities. This study used a participatory approach to identify, categorize, and analyze drivers of change in the flood-prone city of Limbe, Cameroon, a major tourism hub and contributor to Cameroon’s GDP. The study engaged key stakeholders, including community members, government authorities, academic institutions, and non-governmental organizations. The study led to the identification of 46 major drivers classified into six clusters. The study findings emphasized four key priority areas to enhance policy and community resilience: restoring natural buffer zones like wetlands, increasing local involvement in flood risk planning, implementing risk-informed land use regulations, and investing in flood infrastructures. To ensure effective flood risk management in Limbe, a collaborative bottom-up approach involving all stakeholders, especially marginalized community members, is necessary to tailor solutions that meet their needs.

Solidarity in disaster scholarship.

Disaster scholarship purportedly promotes disaster risk reduction and resists disaster risk creation, thereby deeply engaging with transboundary existential risks, justice, and political power. It is thus a commitment to humanity, and for it to become truly equitable and just, solidarity must lie at its heart. In this paper we connect solidarity with knowledge production and assess the implications of disaster scholarship and the relationships on which it is built. We offer a critique of the kind of research produced by neoliberal academic institutions and provocations for resistance through solidarity. We call on disaster scholars to use these prompts to reflect on their practice, research ethics, and their commitment to other human beings, inside and outside of the academy. Solidarity can help scholars to avoid the saviourism, self-congratulation, and paternalism that are common in academia. Solidarity in disaster scholarship is a worthy endeavour precisely because it yields a concrete alternative vision of resisting disaster risk creation through knowledge production.

Negotiating Meaning with Machines: AI's Role in Doctoral Writing Pedagogy

AbstractThis paper examines the integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in doctoral writing pedagogy. It explores how AI augments traditional teaching and composition processes, fosters a new paradigm of cognitive engagement and collaborative academic writing, and the broader ethical and social implications of human-AI writing in doctoral writing pedagogy. A community-engaged participatory research methodology was employed within a Doctor of Healthcare Administration program. Data were collected through discussion board messages, self-assessment papers, student reflections, and a focus group interview, and analyzed using thematic analysis. The research unearthed a hybrid human-AI writing process characterized by dynamic brainstorming, continuous negotiation of meaning, and comparative evaluation. These practices enhanced students' cognitive and metacognitive engagement, confidence, and learner agency, signifying a shift toward a collaborative approach to academic writing. The findings highlight the need for academic institutions to adapt policies and curricula to incorporate AI technologies ethically and responsibly. Emphasis on AI literacy and academic integrity is crucial for preparing graduates for an AI-integrated workforce. This study contributes to the understanding of AI's role in doctoral education, specifically doctoral writing development, presenting a novel perspective on the synergistic collaboration between students and AI in academic writing and its implications for institutional policies and writing pedagogy.

Clinical features and outcomes in carriers of pathogenic desmoplakin variants.

Pathogenic variants in the desmoplakin (DSP) gene are associated with the development of a distinct arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy phenotype not fully captured by either dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), non-dilated left ventricular cardiomyopathy (NDLVC), or arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC). Prior studies have described baseline DSP cardiomyopathy genetic, inflammatory, and structural characteristics. However, cohort sizes have limited full clinical characterization and identification of clinical and demographic predictors of sustained ventricular arrhythmias (VAs), heart failure (HF) hospitalizations, and transplant/death. In particular, the relevance of acute myocarditis-like episodes for subsequent disease course is largely unknown. All patients with pathogenic/likely pathogenic (P/LP) DSP variants in the worldwide DSP-ERADOS Network (26 academic institutions across nine countries) were included. The primary outcomes were the development of sustained VA and HF hospitalizations during follow-up. Fine-Gray regressions were used to test association between clinical and instrumental parameters and the development of outcomes. Eight hundred patients [40.3 ± 17.5 years, 47.5% probands, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) 49.5 ± 13.9%] were included. Over 3.7 [1.4-7.1] years, 139 (17.4%, 3.9%/year) and 72 (9.0%, 1.8%/year) patients experienced sustained VA and HF episodes, respectively. A total of 32.5% of individuals did not fulfil diagnostic criteria for ARVC, DCM, or NDLVC; their VA incidence was 0.5%/year. In multivariable regression, risk features associated with the development of VA were female sex [adjusted hazard ratio (aHR) 1.547; P = .025], prior non-sustained ventricular tachycardia (aHR 1.721; P = .009), prior sustained VA (aHR 1.923; P = .006), and LVEF ≤ 50% (aHR: 1.645; P = .032), while for HF, they were the presence of T-wave inversion in 3+ electrocardiogram leads (aHR 2.036, P = .007) and LVEF ≤ 50% (aHR 3.879; P < .001). Additionally, 70 (8.8%) patients experienced a myocardial injury episode at presentation or during follow-up. These episodes were associated with an increased risk of VA and HF thereafter (HR 2.394; P < .001, and HR 5.064, P < .001, respectively). Patients with P/LP DSP variants experience high rates of sustained VA and HF hospitalizations. These patients demonstrate a distinct clinical phenotype (DSP cardiomyopathy), whose most prominent risk features associated with adverse clinical outcomes are the presence of prior non-sustained ventricular tachycardia or sustained VA, T-wave inversion in 3+ leads on electrocardiogram, LVEF ≤ 50%, and myocardial injury events.

Trends and insights in animal and biomedical research: A 5-year scientometric analysis of orthodontic peer-reviewed journals

Biomedical research plays a critical role in advancing orthodontic innovations by identifying new targets for therapeutic interventions and developing more effective, personalized orthodontic treatment. This study evaluates the major contributors and trends in animal-related orthodontic research over the past 5 years (2017-2023). All animal-related studies published in the eight orthodontic journals listed in the 2022 Journal Citation Reports between January 2017 and June 2023 were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection. After examination, the following bibliometric data were extracted from each article: title, authors, affiliations, geographic origin, year of publication, journal name, and keywords. Multiple bibliometric software packages including Biblioshiny R-package software, Datawrapper, and Datasmith were used to analyze different bibliometric outcomes. A total of 3669 articles were screened from which 266 were selected and included in the analysis. The annual growth rate of production exhibited a decline of 11.18%. Most of the included studies focused on orthodontic tooth movement (32.3%), mainly utilizing rat models (50%). Although the United States accounted for the highest number of publications (n = 236), the trend in funded research showed a decreasing trajectory over time, with notably limited funding from the National Institutes of Health. This study reveals a declining trend in overall animal-related orthodontic research, highlighted by a significant decrease in National Institutes of Health funding over time. To address this gap, academic institutions and professional organizations should support initiatives fostering biomedical orthodontic research.

Deconstructing paradigms: the contribution of women to science

In recent times, academic research has focused on how the concept of the "social" permeates notions of science and knowledge, in the methodologies employed, the results discussed and the relationship between theory and practice. Against this backdrop, feminist epistemology has gained prominence, criticizing the traditional model of science and advocating an interdisciplinary methodology that incorporates individuals from different fields into dialogues, contextualizing knowledge in context and examining the influence of gender on the generation of knowledge. This theoretical article seeks to investigate the link between female representation and knowledge creation, shedding light on the persistent gender gap in academic institutions and research establishments. Furthermore, it aims to contemplate how a more feminist perspective can impact research efforts and social intervention strategies, recognizing the value of women's perspectives in the theoretical discourse on social and gender equality. By highlighting the importance of including different perspectives in science, the article emphasizes the need to promote an inclusive and equitable approach to human progress.

Complexity and Challenges of Cross-Cover Care in Graduate Medical Education: A Qualitative Study.

Cross-cover care (care for hospitalized patients when the primary team is absent) is a common graduate medical education responsibility; however, it may lead to increased preventable adverse events. Despite understanding the difficulties of cross-cover care, medical educators lack comprehensive knowledge of specific challenges that residents face and how they handle these challenges. This study explores the challenges residents experience when providing cross-cover care. The authors conducted 60 semistructured, qualitative interviews with 20 internal medicine and surgery residents at a single academic institution between October 2021 and April 2022. Each resident participated in 3 interviews, 2 immediately after a shift. Working inductively, the authors generated codes for important themes. Study design and data collection were guided by interpretive description, a qualitative approach for health care research focused on experiences and perceptions to develop meaningful findings. To illustrate residents' workflow and aid in quality improvement efforts, the authors created a process map. Seventeen cross-cover challenges were organized into 7 interrelated and overlapping themes: lack of baseline knowledge, inadequate or inaccurate information transfer from the primary team, unfamiliarity with cross-cover patients, high task volume leading to increased interruptions, ill-defined roles leading to unmet expectations from others, perceived decreased access to resources, and fatigue. The process map illustrates 4 cross-cover workflow components: information transfer from the primary team to the cross-cover team, direct handling of cross-cover tasks that are assigned by the primary team or that arise during the time of cross-cover, information transfer back to primary team and other care team members, and responsibilities that residents have overnight that are not directly related to cross-cover. Residents face substantial challenges when providing cross-cover care, which have important implications for patient safety and resident well-being. The medical community should strive to develop educational and structural interventions to improve this process.

The impact of being named the top party school on peer rankings and the academic profile of a university

ABSTRACT We explore how being named the top party school by the Princeton Review affects the U.S. News and World Report ranking, the peer ranking of an academic institution, and the academic profile of the university. We find that ‘winning’ the title of top party school lowers both the overall ranking and the peer ranking at the school. Additionally, the academic quality of students enrolling at the institution decreases. Our results suggest that the publicity of being named the top party school enhances a school’s undesirable reputation, as measured by lowered rankings, and influences student enrolment decisions, particularly (and negatively) among top academic performing students.

Comparing Wise Pattern to Non-Wise Pattern Skin Sparing Mastectomy: A Critical Evaluation of Patient Demographics and Surgical Outcomes.

Multiple skin-sparing incisions are utilized in immediate post-mastectomy breast reconstruction; however, the Wise pattern incision (WPI) may have superior cosmetic outcomes for large ptotic breasts compared to non-Wise pattern incisions (NWPI). We evaluated patient demographics and surgical outcomes with WPI versus NWPI. An electronic medical record search was performed for patients at a single academic institution from 2019 to 2022 with ICD-10-CM diagnosis code "Z42.1: encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy." Retrospective chart review evaluated patient demographics, intraoperative factors, postoperative complications, and surgical cost. 288 patients were included; 58 had WPI and 230 had NWPI. Median BMI differed between WPI (30.5) and NWPI (26.4) (P < 0.001). 57% of WPI had preoperative grade 3 ptosis versus 23% of NWPI (P < 0.001). No difference was found in median operative times (WPI: 219 minutes, NWPI: 194 minutes, P = 0.38). Overall rates of postoperative complications differed between WPI (62%) and NWPI (45%) on univariate, but not multivariate, analysis. Median total surgery charge was higher for WPI (WPI: $36,223, NWPI: $31,185, P < 0.001), while implant cost was higher for NWPI (WPI: $2,700, NPWI: $8,040, P < 0.001). There was no significant difference in operative time, overall complication rate, or charge between incision types once adjusted for confounding factors. The higher complication rate in the WPI group was likely driven by higher BMI, a known risk factor for surgical complications regardless of approach. Surgeons can consider WPI as a noninferior option for patients with higher BMI and ptosis.

Procurement Process and Financial Performance in Public Universities, Kenya

The poor financial performance of Kenya's public institutions has resulted in campus closures and an ever-increasing backlog of unpaid debts for a number of years. The academic institutions have encountered difficulties in recruiting sufficient faculty members to meet the demands of the curricula. The study aimed to establish the relationship between the procurement process and the financial performance of Public Universities in Kenya. The study adopted a correlational research design, and the target population was the public universities in Kenya with a purposive sample of 155 managers selected from three categories of universities according to their age and when they were chartered. The primary data was collected using questionnaires, and secondary data was collected using an Excel schedule and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The correlation findings indicated that the procurement process had a positive and significant relationship with financial performance (r = .674, p = .000&lt;.05). The R-square value of 0.454 indicates that the procurement process explains 45.4% of variations in the financial performance of public universities. Regression results revealed that the procurement process had a positive and significant influence on financial performance (β = 0.589, p=.000&lt;.05), and this implies that the procurement process significantly enhances the financial performance of public universities in Kenya. The study concluded that the procurement process contributes significantly to the enhanced financial performance of public universities. The study recommended that the management of public universities should strengthen aspects relating to the procurement process. There is a need to ensure that the quality of goods and services purchased is up to standard. There should be inspection and verification of goods and services. There is also a need to involve experts in the evaluation and awards of tenders.

Rethinking IPE duration: a five-year comparative analysis of competency development across two introductory IPE course models

ABSTRACT Best practices have not yet been established in the interprofessional education (IPE) literature to guide the ideal dose and duration of IPE experiences across the curriculum. As such, the content, structure, and delivery format of IPE offerings vary significantly across institutions. The University of Minnesota had the rare opportunity to evaluate learner-perceived collaborative competency outcomes due to the transition of its centrally offered introductory IPE course. Data were collected consistently, longitudinally, and for a high volume of learners and professions across two IPE course models applied within the same academic institution. Retrospective analysis of pre-post interprofessional collaborative competency scores collected for over 5,000 learners from 17 health profession degree programs demonstrated nearly identical self-reported competency attainment for both a 12- and 4-hour introductory IPE offering, assessed using the ICCAS tool over the course of 5-year format transition. If student-reported competency attainment is the same following an introductory IPE experience regardless of the dosage, then academic IPE programs may be better positioned by decreasing their introductory emphasis and instead focus their resources on exploring innovative workplace-based and competency-based IPE strategies in line with contemporary recommendations. Further studies are needed to explore the implications of and next steps in this line of research.

Women academics' ambivalent experiences of singlehood and international mobility

This article explores the lived experiences of nine women scholars who are single, childfree and internationally mobile. Mobilising Laurent Berlant's work on ambivalence and ‘cruel optimism,’ we show how experiences of singlehood and academic international mobility are never only good or bad, but always both at the same time. Ambivalence emerges in the women's experiences because singlehood can facilitate academic careers by enabling high productivity and mobility, whereas mobility can inhibit finding committed relationships through an absence of stability and prevalent gendered expectations of women in heterosexual relationships. Most of the interviewed women hope for a life which has both careers, mobility and romantic relationships, however, the simultaneity of benefits and struggles associated with singlehood and a mobile academic life places them in an ambivalent situation that precludes the option of letting go of either of their affective attachments, namely, to gendered couple norms and the academic institution.

The impact of hypertension on clinical outcomes in moyamoya disease: a multicenter, propensity score-matched analysis

BackgroundMoyamoya disease (MMD) is a rare cerebrovascular disorder characterized by progressive steno-occlusive changes in the internal carotid arteries, leading to an abnormal vascular network. Hypertension is prevalent among MMD patients, raising concerns about its impact on disease outcomes. This study aims to compare the clinical characteristics and outcomes of MMD patients with and without hypertension.MethodsWe conducted a multicenter, retrospective study involving 598 MMD patients who underwent surgical revascularization across 13 academic institutions in North America. Patients were categorized into hypertensive (n=292) and non-hypertensive (n=306) cohorts. Propensity score matching (PSM) was performed to adjust for baseline differences.ResultsThe mean age was higher in the hypertension group (46 years vs. 36.8 years, p < 0.001). Hypertensive patients had higher rates of diabetes mellitus (45.2% vs. 10.7%, p < 0.001) and smoking (48.8% vs. 27.1%, p < 0.001). Symptomatic stroke rates were higher in the hypertension group (16% vs. 7.1%; OR: 2.48; 95% CI: 1.39-4.40, p = 0.002) before matching. After PSM, there were no significant differences in symptomatic stroke rates (11.1% vs. 7.7%; OR: 1.5; CI: 0.64-3.47, p = 0.34), perioperative strokes (6.2% vs. 2.1%; OR 3.13; 95% CI: 0.83-11.82, p = 0.09), or good functional outcomes at discharge (93% vs. 92.3%; OR 1.1; 95% CI: 0.45-2.69, p = 0.82).ConclusionNo significant differences in symptomatic stroke rates, perioperative strokes, or functional outcomes were observed between hypertensive and non-hypertensive Moyamoya patients. Appropriate management can lead to similar outcomes in both groups. Further prospective studies are required to validate these findings.

История организационно-управленческой деятельности советского микробиолога Зинаиды Виссарионовны Ермольевой

The study aims to reconstruct the organizational and managerial aspect in the scientific biography of Zinaida Vissarionovna Ermolyeva (1898-1974), a prominent Soviet microbiologist who produced the first Soviet antibiotic penicillin. The paper analyzes Ermolyeva’s work leading various scientific units and institutions: the Department of Microbial Biochemistry at the A. N. Bach Institute of Biochemistry, followed by the A. M. Gorky All-Union Institute of Experimental Medicine, the Institute of Biological Prophylaxis of Infections, and the Department of Microbiology at the Central Institute for Advanced Medical Training. The study is novel in that it is the first one to shed light on the role of Z. V. Ermolyeva as an organizer of science and a leader of a scientific team, based on the analysis of a number of unpublished documents from three federal archives. As a result of the study, Ermolyeva’s scientific-organizational activity has been reconstructed and it has been established that for half a century her professional activity was associated not only with research in the field of microbiology and medicine, but also with the successful organization of Soviet science within academic and educational institutions, where she managed to create cohesive teams of talented researchers who made a significant contribution to the development of Soviet microbiology and medicine.