Development Of Instrument Research Articles

Characterising and tackling thermally induced zero-drift in displacement measuring interferometry using temperature-controlled enclosure

Abstract Our research efforts in displacement measurement interferometry focused on long-term drifts initiated an extended experimental investigation in the interferometric assemblies of our design. We aimed to analyze, characterize and tackle the long-term measurement stability, expressed as the zero-drift, with particular attention to the thermal effects. For the experimentation, we developed a thermostatic chamber equipped with active temperature regulation, an array of sensors and control electronics. With either the finely stabilized temperature or with the thermal cycling, we can carry out a range of investigations: verification of modified design or prototype interferometers, testing of production pieces, characterization of integrated assemblies and units in terms of the zero drift and the susceptibility to thermal effects -- the temperature sensitivity dL/dT, expressed in nm/K. With these experimental studies, we demonstrate the potential of the zero drift studies to contribute to the development and broader expansion of interferometric instrumentation.

Study on VOCs of Fishmeal during Storage Based on HS-SPME-GC-MS.

Fishmeal is widely used in the feed industry as the main protein material. The freshness grade directly affects the quality of the fishmeal. During the storage of fishmeal, the odor would change accordingly as the freshness grades decreased. To study the characteristic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) of fishmeal, stored at 25 °C and 80%RH with different freshness grades, headspace solid-phase microextraction combined with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (HS-SPME-GC-MS) was used to analyze. The single-factor test was chosen for 50/30 μm divinylbenzene/carboxe/polydimethylsiloxane (DVB/CAR/PDMS) fiber. The equilibration time of 24 min, the extraction time of 60 min, the extraction temperature of 87 °C, and the addition of a saturated saline volume of 4 mL were determined by Box-Behnken design. There were 15 common VOCs detected during storage, the relative contents of acids increased significantly, ketones, aldehydes, esters, and nitrogen-containing compounds increased, and aromatic compounds and alcohols decreased. Combined with freshness indexes, volatile base nitrogen (VBN) and acid value (AV), hexadecanoic acid, tetradecanoic acid, methyl (Z)-N-hydroxybenzenecarboximidate, (Z)-hexadec-9-enoic acid, 6-ethoxy-2,2,4-trimethyl-3,4-dihydro-1H-quinoline, octadecanal, and [(Z)-octadec-9-enyl] acetate were determined as the characteristic VOCs based on the PLS-DA model. This study may provide data support for the development of fishmeal freshness-detecting instruments.

Development of the Critically Ill Patient Eye Assessment Scale: A study of validity and reliability.

Eye care and assessment of the eye are critical for intensive care patients to prevent ocular complications like dry eye and corneal abrasion. However, there is no measurement tool developed for intensive care patients that examines the risks of ocular complications. This study aimed to develop a valid and reliable tool, the Critically Ill Patient Eye Assessment Scale (CIPEAS), for assessing the risk of ocular complications and determining the frequency of eye care. This study is an instrument development study. This methodological study was conducted with 151 intensive care patients in Turkey between March 2022 and March 2023. Data were collected with the Patient Information Form and the CIPEAS. The data were evaluated using SPSS 23 statistical software. AMOS 21 was used to verify the structure obtained with CFA. Exploration and confirmatory factor analyses were performed to determine the scale's factorial structure. As a result of exploratory factor analysis, a six-item scale consisting of a single dimension was obtained, explaining 59.993% of the total variance. The fit indices of the scale were found to be χ2/SD = 2.653, GFI = 0.954, RMSEA = 0.075, NFI = 0.949 and CFI = 0.967. Cronbach's alpha of the scale was found to be 0.862. The CIPEAS was found to be a valid and reliable assessment tool. The Critically Ill Patient Eye Assessment Scale is a valid and reliable tool for Turkish society for assessing the risk of ocular complications. It is recommended for various national and international studies with different patients in intensive care units.

Developing a person-centered stated preference survey for dementia with Lewy bodies: value of a personal and public involvement process.

The development of high-quality stated preference (SP) surveys requires a rigorous design process involving engagement with representatives from the target population. However, while transparency in the reporting of the development of SP surveys is encouraged, few studies report on this process and the outcomes. Recommended stages of instrument development includes both steps for stakeholder/end-user engagement and pretesting. Pretesting typically involves interviews, often across multiple waves, with improvements made at each wave; pretesting is therefore resource intensive. The aims of this paper are to report on the outcomes of collaboration with a Lewy body dementia research advisory group during the design phase of a SP survey. We also evaluate an alternative approach to instrument development, necessitated by a resource constrained context. The approach involved conducting the stages of end-user engagement and pretesting together during a public involvement event. A hybrid approach involving a focus group with breakout interviews was employed. Feedback from contributors informed the evolution of the survey instrument. Changes to the survey instrument were organized into four categories: attribute modifications; choice task presentation and understanding; information presentation, clarity and content; and best-best scaling presentation. The hybrid approach facilitated group brainstorming while still allowing the researcher to assess the feasibility of choice tasks in an interview setting. However, greater individual exploration and the opportunity to trial iterative improvements across waves was not feasible with this approach. Involvement of the research advisory group resulted in a more person-centered survey design. In a context constrained by time and budget, and with consideration of the capacity and vulnerability of the target population, the approach taken was a feasible and pragmatic mechanism for improving the design of a SP survey.

Underway mapping of coastal seawater pH using an automated shipboard analyzer with spectrophotometric detection

The development of field-deployable methods and instruments for the measurement of pH and other carbonate parameters is important for the assessment of the marine carbon cycle, ocean acidification and marine carbon dioxide removal techniques. In this study, a high-precision fully automated integrated syringe-pump-based environmental-water analyzer for pH (iSEA-pH) was developed. The pH is determined spectrophotometrically using purified indicator dye with a high precision (better than ±0.001) and high frequency (3.5min/sample). For the short-term analysis, the measurement frequency was 18 h-1, which revealed pH=7.8148±0.0005 (n=104) for aged surface seawater (S=35) from the western Pacific. For long-term analysis, the measurement frequency was 2 h-1 for 4 days, and the results showed that pH=7.8148±0.0010 (n=200). Three commonly used pH indicators (meta-cresol purple, thymol blue and phenol red) were purified with improved flash chromatography procedures. The autonomous iSEA-pH can automatically correct for the influence of temperature, salinity and other factors on pH measurements to achieve rapid and accurate on-site measurements, which meet the "climate" goal of the Global Ocean Acidification Observing Network (uncertainty is ±0.003). Three identical iSEA-pH systems were developed and successfully applied in mesocosm experiments and several coastal and open ocean cruises with excellent in field performance.

Trends and prospects for the development of the derivatives market in Russia under sanctions

Aim. To analyze trends on the derivatives market in Russia under sanctions and identify prospects for its development.Objectives. To study the theoretical basis and functions of the derivatives market; to analyze its current state in Russia, to assess the impact of sanctions on the dynamics and structure of the derivatives market; to identify trends and determine scenarios for its development in the Russian state under sanctions; to develop recommendations to improve the efficiency and development of the derivatives market under external pressure.Methods. The author applied the methods of analysis, synthesis, generalization, comparison, analogy, historical analysis. The analysis of publications with the subsequent interpretation has been carried out, the results of research have been summarized, on the basis of which the author’s understanding of the derivatives market development trends has been derived. Comparison of the existing opinions concerning the considered problems was carried out, statistical data were investigated.Results. Under the conditions of sanctions Russian banks, financial organizations, exporters and importers faced restricted access to international markets, there were changes in demand, there were needs for new instruments. Sanctions contribute to the development and implementation of new instruments in the derivatives market. The main scientific result of the work is to identify effective approaches to the development of the derivatives market under external pressure. The results of the study can be used in the practice of financial institutions, banks and government agencies to develop strategies and development of operations with derivatives.Conclusions. The derivatives market plays an important role in the Russian economy, performing the functions of risk hedging, price formation and contributing to the predictability of financial flows, which is especially important in the conditions of sanctions pressure. An assessment of the current state of the derivatives market in Russia has revealed significant changes in its structure and dynamics. The introduction of sanctions led to the introduction of new financial instruments, sanctions stimulated innovation and development of domestic infrastructure. The role of financial market infrastructural organizations, state institutions and the Bank of Russia is increasing. There is a growing interest in local and regional hedging instruments, increasing importance of the domestic market and markets of friendly countries. The prospects for the development of the derivatives market in the Russian state look promising if a number of steps are realized. Possible development scenarios include: further strengthening of internal infrastructure, simplification of accounting procedures, development of new financial products adapted to current conditions.

A Conceptual Framework from the Philippines to Analyse Organisational Capacities for Health Policy and Systems Research.

Organisations that perform Health Policy and Systems Research (HPSR) need robust capacities, but it remains unclear how these organisations should look like in practice. We sought to define 'HPSRIs' (pronounced as 'hip-srees', i.e., 'Health Policy and Systems Research Institutions') as organisational models and developed a conceptual framework for assessing their capacities based on a set of attributes. We implemented a multi-method study in the Philippines that comprised: a qualitative analysis of perspectives from 33 stakeholders in the HPSR ecosystem on the functions, strengths, and challenges of HPSRIs; a workshop with 17 multi-sectoral representatives who collectively developed a conceptual framework for assessing organisational capacities for HPSRIs based on organisational attributes; and a survey instrument development process that determined indicators for assessing these attributes. We defined HPSRIs to be formally constituted organisations (or institutions) with the minimum essential function of research. Beyond the research function, our framework outlined eight organisational attributes of well-performing HPSRIs that were grouped into four domains, namely: research expertise: (1) excellent research, (2) capacity building driven; leadership and management: (3) efficient administration, (4) financially sustainable; policy translation: (5) policy orientation, (6) effective communication; and networking: (7) participatory approach, (8) convening influence. We developed a self-assessment instrument around these attributes that HPSRIs could use to inform their respective organisational development and collectively discuss their shared challenges. In addition to developing the framework, the workshop also analysed the positionality of HPSRIs and their interactions with other institutional actors in the HPSR ecosystem and recommend the importance of enhancing these interactions and assigning responsibility to a national/regional authority that will foster the community of HPSRIs. When tailored to their context, HPSRIs that function at the nexus of research, management, policy, and networks help achieve the main purpose of HPSR, which is to 'achieve collective health goals and contribute to policy outcomes.'

Strategija za ocjenjivanje učinka formaldehida u anatomskom patološkom laboratoriju treći dio

To date, formaldehyde (FA) is one of the more common chemicals and its use is widespread around the world in different sectors, especially in chemical facilities and health care. FA is widely used in working activities owing to its chemical and physical properties. However, it also represents a concerning hazard for the workers’ health due to its toxicity and recognized carcinogenicity. The FA exposure evaluation in occupational setting has arisen interest in the scientific community that leads to the development of several analytical instruments in order to assess both long term and short-term exposure. The paper presents and discusses an equivalence tests procedure via the 2.4-dinitrophenylhydrazine (DNPH)-active air sampling formaldehyde (FA) reference method and two non-reference instruments based on continuous, direct reading monitoring, namely ProCeas® (AP2E) and NEMo XT (Ethera). The FA standard atmosphere calibration system was used to check the reference method by Pearson’s test. Subsequently, the Passing-Bablok test was carried out between the non-reference methods and the DNPH method for potential systematic or proportional errors, and finally the Bland-Altman plot was applied to determine the mean bias and the variances of the recorded values by the reference and non-reference methods in on-field sampling. The results showed a good correlation between the non-references method and the DNPH ones, suggesting their possible applications in heterogeneous occupational scenarios.

Design and Content Validity of Health Games for children with Atopic Dermatitis

Objective: The success of managing atopic dermatitis (AD) largely depends on patient adherence to treatment. Achieving adherence requires more than knowledge transfer; it also requires a change in patients’ health behavior. Therefore, we conducted this study to develop and validate the content of health games for the pediatric population with AD. Methods: This study focused on developing and validating the content of health games about AD. Among these were the book Oli e o Grande Desafio da Coceira™ (“Oli and the Great Itching Challenge”) and the games Dermatrilha™ (“Dermatrail”) and Caixinha Surpresa da Dermatite™ (“Dermatitis Surprise Box”). The instrument development process consisted of five stages: planning of the instruments, development of the instruments, development of content validation questionnaires, evaluation by an expert committee, and a pre-test with the target audience. Results: The expert committee comprised 20 professionals: 5 pediatric dermatologists, 5 hospital psychologists, 5 illustrators/designers, and 5 early childhood education teachers. The target audience comprised 25 children with AD aged 5 to 12 years. The content validity index was 0.94 in the evaluation by the expert committee and 0.95 in the evaluation by the target audience. Among the games, the general content validity index was 0.95 among the members of the expert committee and 0.92 among the target audience, being higher than 0.80 for all items. Conclusion: The health games evaluated in this study are useful psychoeducational tools with high content validity for use in the therapeutic education of children with AD.

Exploring ICT-based learning adoption in higher education: An extended perspective of the technology acceptance model

This article analyses the self-perception of digital technology learning competence among engineering and science students. The use of information and communication technologies (ICT) is now considered highly essential in higher education. Today's higher education institutions (HEIs) seldom employ traditional methods of instruction; instead, sophisticated ICT is starting to emerge as a feasible paradigm for fundamental change. To this end, Pakistan's Higher Education Commission (HEC) has heavily invested in technology in the education sector and initiated several programs. The ramifications of ICT utilization on the environment, student academic performance, and capabilities remain ambiguous. In delving into how students embrace and utilize ICT systems for learning in HEIs, researchers felt the need to grasp the factors that influence students' acceptance and utilization of ICT skills through the lens of the Extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). This study develops an exclusive conceptual model by incorporating TAM with a set of latent variables identified in the available literature: interest, ICT self-efficacy, economic cost, and performance expectancy. The adapted TAM model developed in this study considers the influence of these variables on students’ ICT acceptance and its impact on academic performance in emerging countries. As part of this study, reports on the development of instruments and validation in the research field were managed using a cross-sectional survey method and SPSS-22 and Smart PLS-4 software. In addition, association rule mining applied in demographic data. A sample of 69 students was randomly selected from three universities representing engineering, medical, and general HEIs in the Sindh province. Though the sample size was small, it showcases that the reliability of the scales is within an acceptable range and can be used to test the main study hypotheses. A conceptual framework model is introduced to offer a comprehensive framework derived from the amalgamation of various acceptance and usage models of technology. The results demonstrate that the survey items are appropriate and suitable for further research.

Intelligent non-destructive measurement of coal moisture via microwave spectroscopy and chemometrics

The rapid and non-destructive measurement of coal moisture content is essential in the coal industry for production, transportation and utilization purposes. Existing measurement methods have still drawbacks, such as being time-consuming, producing destructive samples and yielding unstable outcomes. To address these issues, this paper explored the utilization of broadband microwave spectrum for intelligent coal moisture measurement. A multi-type outliers detection method based on the Monte-Carlo cross-validation (MCCV) strategy was used to prevent masking effect of microwave spectra. In order to effectively extract microwave spectral features and establish correlations with coal moisture, a novel neural network model, UC-PLSR, is proposed by combining U-Net, Convolutional Block Attention Module (CBAM) and Partial Least Squares Regression (PLSR) algorithm. Furthermore, a design scheme/case of a microwave measurement device for coal moisture was presented, offering guidance for the development of rapid coal moisture measurement instruments or on-site measurement systems. Experimental results demonstrated that the proposed model outperformed traditional chemometrics methods, achieving superior prediction accuracy and generalization capability with R2=0.8756, MAE=1.2523 and RMSE=1.6560.

Acoustic black hole ultrasonic scalpel

Ultrasonic scalpels (USs), as the preferred energy instruments, are facing a growing need to exhibit enhanced performance with the diversification of modern surgical challenges. Hence, we proposed an acoustic black hole ultrasonic scalpel (ABHUS) in longitudinal-bending coupled vibration for efficient surgical cutting. By incorporating an acoustic black hole profile, the local bending wave velocity is reduced and the amplitude is amplified cumulatively, thus creating a high-energy region near the blade tip to enhance the cutting performance of the ABHUS. The precise physical analysis model is established for systematic design of the ABHUS and quick estimation of its frequency characteristics. The vibration simulation and experiments demonstrate that compared with the conventional ultrasonic scalpel (CUS), the output amplitude of the ABHUS significantly increases, particularly a 425% increase in bending vibration displacement. The in-vitro cutting experiment confirms that ABHUS exhibits superior cutting performance. Our design presents vast possibilities and potential for the development of high-performance ultrasonic surgical instruments, serving as an innovative supplement with extraordinary significance for application of acoustic black holes.

Mental Health Needs of Asian American Older Adults: Bridging the Inequity Gap.

The mental health needs of Asian American older adults are complex and multifaceted. Despite their rich diversity, Asian American older adults face significant challenges, including mental health stigma, cultural stress, limited English proficiency, and historical trauma. In addition, the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic reignited preexisting anti-Asian attitudes of hostility, discrimination, blame, and scapegoating. The historical context of Asian immigration to the United States, impact of race-based discrimination, and recent resurgence of anti-Asian hate crimes impact mental health in Asian American older adults. Thus, there is a need for a culturally sensitive and competent mental health care workforce, culturally tailored interventions, and family involvement. In the context of research and policy, it is critical to prioritize increased funding and research focus on culturally tailored instrument development, interventions, and policy initiatives informed by recent findings to safeguard this population from hate crimes and discrimination. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 62(7), 11-15.].

Anxiety Inventory for Respiratory Disease: Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Semantic Validity of the Brazilian Version for Individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

Most instruments available to screen for anxiety in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are not disease specific. Therefore, the Anxiety Inventory for Respiratory Disease (AIR) was developed to measure anxiety for this patient group; however, it requires cross-cultural adaptation for use in non-English speaking countries. To carry out cross-cultural adaptation of the AIR scale for Brazilian patients with COPD and to analyze its semantic validity. This methodological study followed six stages: 1) Initial translation by two independent translators fluent in English; 2) Synthesis of translations; 3) Back translation by two English first language translators; 4) Expert committee review (eight healthcare professionals, a methodologist, the translators, and back-translators); 5) Pre-final version evaluation with 30 patients with COPD through a cognitive interview; and 6) Submission of documents. Semantic validity was analyzed by agreement rate and content validity index (CVI) for the committee equivalence assessments. 1) Initial translation: the two translated versions presented eight divergences; 2) Synthesis of translations: the differences were discussed to reach consensus; 3) Back-translation: there were no important inconsistencies; 4) Expert Committee: the experts proposed eight and the instrument developer proposed three changes, which were analyzed and voted on, resulting in the pre-final version; 5) Evaluation of the pre-final version: data collection allowed for other changes and the formulation of instructions by applying the adapted instrument in an interview format. Patients rated the questions as clear or very clear; 6) The expert committee and the developer approved the final documents. The agreement rate and CVI were ≥ 0.80 for all items of the scale final version. The process of cross-cultural adaptation followed all necessary stages and the semantic validity results were adequate, providing the Brazilian version of the AIR to assess anxiety symptoms in patients with COPD.

Self-Assessment Towards Continuous Professional Development of Islamic Education Teachers: A Research Approach Using Mixed Methods

The study aimed to understand the mixed-method approach as a research design for self-assessment study of Islamic Education Teachers (IET) towards Continuous Professional Development. The selection of this method was based on the needs of the study that required for researcher to get a real picture of the concept of self-assessment among IETs from the view of individuals with well experience in this field. The level of self-assessment practice will be taken for the next stage of the study. This type of mixed method known as exploratory sequential design that began with a qualitative approach and followed with a quantitative approach. The findings of interview with six experienced Islamic Education experts who were selected based on certain criteria used as a basis for the questionnaire instrument development that later used to obtain further quantitative data for this study. This article stressed the importance of the selection of this method by looking at the needs and how the data from the two methods can be connected to answered the research objective of the study.

ВЛИЯНИЕ ОБЩЕСОМАТИЧЕСКИХ ФАКТОРОВ В РАЗВИТИИ ОСЛОЖНЕНННОЙ КАТАРАКТЫ И ГЛАУКОМЫ НА ФОНЕ ПСЕВДОЭКСФОЛИАТИВНОГО СИНДРОМА (ОБЗОР ЛИТЕРАТУРЫ).

The variety of surgical methods, modified approaches, and modern advances make it possible to predict the outcome of the intraoperative course in cataract and glaucoma surgery with minimal risk of complications. Interest in pseudoexfoliation syndrome will not subside and research and observations will be carried out at a broad clinical level, as the trend towards increasing life expectancy in the middle and older population continues. Pseudoexfoliation syndrome is a complex multifactorial process that is associated with cataracts and glaucoma. The etiology of PES remains unclear, despite the modern approach, the centuries-long development of clinical ophthalmology, non-nophysiology, and molecular biology. However, later, scientists, having discovered deposited abnormal material in internal organs and tissues, came to the conclusion that this syndrome is a systemic disorder of connective tissue metabolism. According to some authors, factors contributing to the development of this syndrome may be bad habits (smoking for many years), chronic somatic pathologies, mainly cardiovascular diseases, endocrinological pathologies, hypertension, atherosclerotic deposits, vascular aneurysms. Other authors have studied the risk of developing glaucoma with comorbid pathologies, noting the high incidence of cardiac and cerebrovascular pathologies. Comorbid pathologies can often increase intraocular fluid, which in turn can provoke the development of transient hypertension. The authors, comparing pseudoexfoliation syndrome with primary open-angle glaucoma, noted the influence of somatic conditions on orbital blood flow, which can also disrupt the hydrodynamics of the eye in the long term. In glaucoma and cataract surgery, there are various surgical, drug and non-drug approaches to improve the condition of the visual organ. This review describes the developments of various technologies, modified approaches, and the development of surgical instruments to solve complex problems for the surgeon.

Developing and Validating an Instrument for Assessing Learning Sciences Competence of Doctoral Students in Education in China

Learning science competence refers to a necessary professional competence for educators, which is manifested in their deep understanding of learning science knowledge, positive attitudes, and scientific thinking and skills in conducting teaching practice and research. It is of paramount importance for doctoral students in education to develop their competence in the field of learning sciences. This will enhance their abilities to teach and conduct research, and guide their educational research and practice toward greater sustainability. In order to address the shortcomings of current assessment instruments, we constructed a theoretical model for assessing learning sciences competence based on the PISA 2025 framework and Piaget’s theory of knowledge. A three-dimensional assessment framework was designed, along with an initial instrument. Furthermore, the “Delphi method based on large language models (LLM)” was employed to conduct two rounds of expert consultations with the objective of testing and refining the instrument. Throughout this process, we developed a set of guidelines for engaging AI experts to improve interactions with LLM, including an invitation letter to AI experts, the main body of the questionnaire, and the general inquiry about AI experts’ perspectives. In analyzing the results of the Delphi method, we used the “threshold method” to identify and refine the questionnaire items that performed sub-optimally. This resulted in the final assessment instrument for evaluating learning sciences competence among doctoral students in education. The assessment instrument encompasses three dimensions: the knowledge of learning sciences, application of learning sciences, and attitude towards learning sciences, with a total of 40 items. These items integrate Likert scales and scenario-based questions. Furthermore, the study examined potential limitations in the item design, question type selection, and method application of the assessment instrument. The design and development of the assessment instrument provide valuable references for the standardized monitoring and sustainability development of the learning sciences competence of doctoral students in education.

Reliability Test, Homoscedasticity, and Heteroscedasticity Scatter Plot for Housemanship Instruments for Research Development

The development of research instruments is extremely important. The research indicated the construction of instruments among house officers during their housemanship. The independent variable and the dependent variable were both investigated as components of the research. Experience, conceptualization, experimentation, andcompetence are the items in both variables. In the initial phase, the researcher performed a study dependability analysis. The obtained alpha value indicates that all items have been accepted. The researcher then executes an analysis to generate a scatter plot of homoscedasticity and heteroscedasticity. The generated distribution must represent regression, with the data plot featuring regression-standardised residuals and regression-standardised projected value. The drawn representation should be oval for proof that the data is normal and distributed equally. An adequate distribution demonstrates that the research instruments are acceptable and trustworthy. The study's findings demonstrate that the distribution is oval. Therefore, both research objectives succeeded, including determining the trustworthiness of instrument development and recognising the commonality of homoscedasticity and heteroscedasticity scatter plots during instrument creation. A reliable instrument is essential for ensuring accuracy and research data.

Development and Validation of Survey Instrument for Measurement of Hospital Functional Service Quality

Development and Validation of Survey Instrument for Measurement of Hospital Functional Service Quality

Огляд та порівняльний аналіз перспективних систем індивідуального дозиметричного контролю для АЕС України

Individual dosimetric monitoring (IDM) of external exposure of the personnel of nuclear power facilities is a key element of the radiation protection system, is traditionally within the responsibility of NPP radiation safety shops and is carried out by appropriately equipped IDM laboratories. The equipment of the IDM at NPPs, which was commissioned in the mid-2000's, is coming to the end of its life cycle and the issue of equipment replacement is on the agenda now. New IDM systems that will operate for the next 10 - 15 years should meet modern requirements, take into account global trends in radiological protection and the latest developments of IDM instrumentation, while the choice of new systems should be based on international and domestic experience, adequacy of dosimetric performance and operational practicality. The review is devoted to the comparison of the characteristics of the potent passive personal dosimetry systems considered for IDM of Ukrainian NPP personnel. Based on the analysis of literature data, international standards and recommendations, information from manufacturers and authors’ own practical experience, a generalization of information on existing and future IDM systems is carried out, a vision of the most optimal choice of systems for re-equipping laboratories for dosimetric monitoring of nuclear power plants good for the next decade is proposed.