Geographical Specificity Research Articles

Identifying suicidal risk factors in the French Overseas Territories with multimethod psychological autopsy (AUTOPSOM): a mixed-methods study protocol

IntroductionUnderstanding suicide in more isolated territories is a challenge because of the entanglement of cultural identity with historical, geographical and sociocultural specificities. This knowledge is a necessary precondition for the...

Understanding the Determinants of Decision Making Among Online Food Delivery App Users in Can Tho City, Vietnam

This research explores the determinants influencing decision making among online food delivery app users in Can Tho City, Vietnam, against the backdrop of the city's evolving culinary landscape and the rapid expansion of digital technologies. Through qualitative methods including semi-structured interviews, thematic analysis, participant observation, and document analysis, key factors driving user decisions are identified. These factors include convenience, trust, food quality, delivery time, price sensitivity, and social influences. The findings underscore the complexity of user behavior within this context and highlight the importance of addressing these factors to improve user satisfaction and engagement with online food delivery apps. Despite the study's valuable insights, limitations such as geographical specificity, sample size, and reliance on self-reported data are acknowledged, suggesting avenues for future research including longitudinal studies, comparative analyses, experimental interventions, and quantitative assessments. By addressing these gaps, future research can advance our understanding of user behavior in online food delivery contexts and inform strategies for enhancing the user experience.

Geometrical optimization of solar venetian blinds in residential buildings to improve the economic costs of the building and the visual comfort of the residents using the NSGA-II algorithm

The entering sunlight from the building's windows mainly affects the heating and visual comfort of the occupants. The applications of Venetian blinds are a solution to improve the heating and visual comfort of the occupants. However, reducing the sunlight that enters the space can result in a rise in the building's electricity consumption. While most studies focus on the electricity production of solar panels, present study aims to examine the effect of solar venetian blinds on the indoor visual and thermal comfort of the occupants and optimize their geometry considering different geographical specifications. In the present paper, efforts are made to numerically install solar panels on Venetian blinds and analyze the effect of changing the geometrical parameters of solar Venetian blinds and the building's window dimensions on visual comfort and net electricity. Therefore, the target functions in the present paper are an improvement percentage in the daylight glare index and an improvement percentage in the net electricity costs for the analyzed building. As a result, five cities in Iran that have different climatic conditions are targeted to model the building. EnergyPlus software is employed to conduct the energy-based calculations, and the design variables and target functions are defined using JEPLUS software. The outputs are next inserted in JEPLUS+EA software to process a multi-objective optimization using the NSGA-II algorithm. The results demonstrate that the visual comfort and net electricity can be optimized by ranges of 10–100% and 1.5–10%, respectively. Furthermore, Venetian blinds are proven to have higher reception of sun radiations and better efficiency in southern cities and they can have a more proper performance while being installed for windows of southern building wall.

A citation analysis examining geographical specificity in article titles

A citation analysis examining geographical specificity in article titles

Re(de)fining degree-heating week: coral bleaching variability necessitates regional and temporal optimization of global forecast model stress metrics

Tropical coral reefs are a critical ecosystem in global peril as a result of anthropogenic climate change, and effective conservation efforts require reliable methods for identifying and predicting coral bleaching events. To this end, temperature threshold-based models such as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) degree-heating week (DHW) metric are useful for forecasting coral bleaching as a function of heat stress accumulation. DHW does not adequately account for regional variation in coral stress responses, however, and the current definition consistently underpredicts coral bleaching occurrence. Using a weather forecasting skill-based framework, our analysis cross-tested 1080 variations of the DHW-based bleaching occurrence (presence/absence) model against 22 years of contemporary coral bleaching observations (1998–2019) in order to optimize bleaching forecast skill at different levels of geographic specificity. On a global basis and relative to the current definition, reducing the current 1 °C warming cutoff to 0.4 °C, adjusting the accumulation window to 11 weeks, and defining a bleaching threshold of 3 DHW improved forecast skill by 70%. Allowing our new DHW definitions to vary across regions and ocean basins further doubled model skill. Our results also suggest that the most effective bleaching forecast models change over time as coral reef systems respond to a shifting climate. Since 1998, the coral bleaching threshold for the globally optimized forecast model has risen at a significant rate of 0.19 DHW/year, matching the pace of ocean warming. The bleaching threshold trajectory for each ocean basin varies. Though further work is necessary to parse the mechanism behind this trend, the dynamic nature of coral stress responses demands that our forecasting tools be continuously refined if they are to adequately inform marine conservation efforts.

Frequency of C9orf72, GRN, and MAPT pathogenic variants in patients recruited at the Belgrade Memory Center.

Most of the heritability in frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is accounted for by autosomal dominant hexanucleotide expansion in the chromosome 9 open reading frame 72 (C9orf72), pathogenic/likely pathogenic variants in progranulin (GRN), and microtubule-associated protein tau (MAPT) genes. Until now, there has been no systematic analysis of these genes in the Serbian population. Herein, we assessed the frequency of the C9orf72 expansion, pathogenic/likely pathogenic variants in GRN and MAPT in a well-characterized group of 472 subjects (FTD, Alzheimer's disease - AD, mild cognitive impairment - MCI, and unspecified dementia - UnD), recruited in the Memory Center, Neurology Clinic, University Clinical Center of Serbia. The C9orf72 repeat expansion was detected in 6.98% of FTD cases (13.46% familial; 2.6% sporadic). In the UnD subgroup, C9orf72 repeat expansions were detected in 4.08% (8% familial) individuals. Pathogenic variants in the GRN were found in 2.85% of familial FTD cases. Interestingly, no MAPT pathogenic/likely pathogenic variants were detected, suggesting possible geographical specificity. Our findings highlight the importance of wider implementation of genetic testing in neurological and psychiatric practice managing patients with cognitive-behavioral and motor symptoms.

Tales From the Motherboard: Black Mothering Across the Black Networked Consciousness

A motherboard is the main circuit board in a computer, the connectivity point that ensures communication between important circuits and provides space for peripheral components to connect. As the central hub, the motherboard is the backbone, the point where power and data are distributed to the technological mechanisms that need it. Without the motherboard, connection is severed and functionality ceases. And is this not a description of Black mothering? Black mothers and othermothers are points of connectivity and communication between one generation and the next. They hold important data that will be transferred to their children, and they absorb and distribute power to the next generation to ensure current and future functionality in the Black community. Considering the idea of Black mothers as communal motherboards, this article utilizes Endarkened Storywork (undergirded by the Afrofuturist concept of the Black Networked Consciousness) to explore how one Black mother used ancestral knowing to help her children develop the navigational capital to succeed in a small urban characteristic city. As many education studies neglect to center the needs of Black youth in urban characteristic locations, we present a story and an accompanying analysis that illuminates this oft-forgotten geographical and learning landscape. In doing so, we present implications for education stakeholders to explicitly attend to geographical specificity in urban education.

Identification of Armyworm-Infected Leaves in Corn by Image Processing and Deep Learning

Abstract Corn is rich in fibre, vitamins, and minerals, and it is a nutritious source of carbohydrates. The area under corn cultivation is very large because, in addition to providing food for humans and animals, it is also used for raw materials for industrial products. Corn cultivation is exposed to the damage of various pests such as armyworm. A regional monitoring of pests is intended to actively track the population of this pest in a specific geography; one of the ways of monitoring is using the image processing technology. Therefore, the aim of this research was to identify healthy and armyworm-infected leaves using image processing and deep neural network in the form of 4 structures named AlexNet, DenseNet, EfficientNet, and GoogleNet. A total of 4500 images, including healthy and infected leaves, were collected. Next, models were trained by train data. Then, test data were evaluated using the evaluation criteria such as accuracy, precision, and F score. Results indicated all the classifiers obtained the precision above 98%, but the EfficientNet-based classifier was more successful in classification with the precision of 100%, accuracy of 99.70%, and F-score of 99.68%.

Genome-wide association analysis identifies genetic variants associated with muscle fatty acids and amino acids in grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella)

The composition and content of fatty acids (FAs) and amino acids (AAs) are important nutritional and sensory traits in aquaculture fish. To meet increasing demand while retaining quality, genetic selection in breeding programs is urgently needed to improve these traits. In this study, we performed the genome-wide association study (GWAS) to identify genetic variants and candidate genes potentially linked to FA and AA compositions in grass carp muscle. We focused on key dietary components, including unsaturated FAs and essential AAs. Through profiling of total FA and AA contents, we identified strong positive correlations among the compositions of most FAs and AAs. From our GWAS panel, 4,913,199 high-quality single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were identified across the genome, of which 32 SNPs linked to 18 candidate genes were significantly associated with FA levels, and 202 SNPs linked to 115 candidate genes associated with AA contents. In addition, we categorized our sequencing population by region and detected allele frequencies of SNPs across four geographic locations. Notably, four FA-associated SNPs and 28 AA-associated SNPs exhibited geographic specificity. These results offered valuable insights into the complex genetic basis of FA and AA metabolism and deposition. Furthermore, this work provides potential genetic markers for selective breeding aimed at enhancing flesh quality in the economically important fish species, grass carp.

Assessment of rarity and ecological preferences of the non-marine ostracods (Crustacea) in Çanakkale Province (Türkiye)

Rarity as a multidimensional concept has not been discussed for the ostracods along with the effects of physicochemical factors and sedimentation rates of waters on their distribution. We randomly sampled 91 aquatic sites including eight habitat types in the Çanakkale Province to study ostracod species rarity, commonness, and ecological preferences, and to test the relationships between the rarity index (average of geographic range, habitat specificity, and population size indices) and environmental factors. A total of 44 ostracod taxa (25 living) were reported from 75 sites. Among the species, Candonocypris caledonica was recorded for the first time in Türkiye. Sixty percent of 25 living species exhibited cosmopolitan characteristics, making significant contributions to the diversity of ostracods. The well-known cosmopolitan species, Heterocypris salina (rr = 0.268), Cypridopsis vidua (rr = 0.289), Limnocythere inopinata (rr = 0.330), Ilyocypris bradyi (rr = 0.370), and Psychrodromus olivaceus (rr = 0.390), were identified as common species based on the rarity index (rr) values. Of the environmental variables, only sediment grain sizes (×2000, ×500, and ×63 μm) were found to be effective on the distribution of ostracod species. The Shannon index exhibited a positively significant association with ×2000, while the population size index displayed a linear relationship with ×63 μm grain size, indicating a small population size and rarity. Associations among index values, sediment grain size, and water quality variables showed that comprehensive studies on ostracods, analyzing both water and sediment, can provide a clearer and more precise information for evaluating the rarity and ecological preferences of species.

First molecular survey of tick-borne protozoan and bacterial pathogens in the questing tick population in Bangladesh

Questing ticks carry various tick-borne pathogens (TBPs) that are responsible for causing tick-borne diseases (TBDs) in humans and animals around the globe, especially in the tropics and sub-tropics. Information on the distribution of ticks and TBPs in a specific geography is crucial for the formulation of mitigation measures against TBDs. Therefore, this study aimed to survey the TBPs in the questing tick population in Bangladesh. A total of 2748 questing hard ticks were collected from the pastures in Sylhet, Bandarban, Sirajganj, Dhaka, and Mymensingh districts through the flagging method. After morphological identification, the ticks were grouped into 142 pools based on their species, sexes, life stages, and collection sites. The genomic DNA extracted from tick specimens was screened for 14 pathogens, namely Babesia bigemina (AMA-1), Babesia bovis (RAP-1), Babesia naoakii (AMA-1), Babesia ovis (18S rRNA), Theileria luwenshuni (18S rRNA), Theileria annulata (Tams-1), Theileria orientalis (MPSP), Anaplasma marginale (groEL), Anaplasma phagocytophilum (16S rRNA), Anaplasma bovis (16S rRNA), Anaplasma platys (16S rRNA), Ehrlichia spp. (16S rRNA), Rickettsia spp. (gltA), and Borrelia (Bo.) spp. (flagellin B) using genus and species-specific polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays. The prevalence of the detected pathogens was calculated using the maximum likelihood method (MLE) with 95 % confidence interval (CI). Among 2748 ixodid ticks, 2332 (84.86 %) and 416 (15.14 %) were identified as Haemaphysalis bispinosa and Rhipicephalus microplus, respectively. Haemaphysalis bispinosa was found to carry all the seven detected pathogens, while larvae of R. microplus were found to carry only Bo. theileri. Among the TBPs, the highest detection rate was observed in A. bovis (20/142 pools, 0.81 %, CI: 0.51–1.20), followed by T. orientalis (19/142 pools, 0.72 %, CI: 0.44–1.09), T. luwenshuni (9/142 pools, 0.34 %, CI: 0.16–0.62), B. ovis (4/142 pools, 0.15 %, CI: 0.05 – 0.34) and Bo. theileri (4/142 pools, 0.15 %, CI: 0.05–0.34), Ehrlichia ewingii (3/142 pools, 0.11 %, CI: 0.03–0.29), and Babesia bigemina (1/142, 0.04 %, CI: 0.00 – 0.16). This study reports the existence of T. luwenshuni, E. ewingii, and Bo. theileri in Bangladesh for the first time. The novel findings of this study are the foremost documentation of transovarian transmission of B. bigemina and E. ewingii in H. bispinosa and also provide primary molecular evidence on the presence of E. ewingii and Bo. theileri in H. bispinosa. Therefore, this study may shed light on the circulating TBPs in ticks in the natural environment and thereby advocate awareness among physicians and veterinarians to control and prevent TBDs in Bangladesh.

Digital Experiments with Landed Property: Robots, Race, and Rent

AbstractA wide range of digital innovations has changed property relations globally over the past fifteen years. What are we to make of these digital experiments with landed property? I argue we should not mistake their technological novelty for a break with the geographic and historical specificities of property relations. The yoking of property to modernity and civilization makes technological progress a fundamental part of how relationships to land are constituted and reconstituted, and in whose interests, throughout global capitalism. In this article, I situate 21st century housing market technologies within sedimented relations of landed property in the United States, showing the history of property innovation in the United States is also one of racialized wealth accumulation and dispossession. I interpret current anxieties about ‘robot landlords’ as anxieties about how the shifting landscape of property ownership appears to threaten the economic benefits associated with racial dominance.

Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Actinidia eriantha by ITS Sequences

Background: Actinidia eriantha Benth is a widely used natural product from Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Actinidiaceae family. However, its wild resources have been declining due to over-exploitation. It has become urgent to investigate the genetic diversity for the conservation of A. eriantha, to evaluate the current species and discover strategies for preservation. Methods: The internal transcribed spacer (ITS) was used to evaluate the genetic diversity among and within populations of this species. Dnasp, PERMUT and Arlequin 3.0 software were used to calculate the genetic diversity index, and MEGA 5.0 software was used to construct the neighbor-joining (NJ) tree. Results: A total of 27 haplotypes were obtained by ITS sequence analysis of 12 populations, and the most frequently haplotype observed was H1. AMOVA analysis revealed that the genetic variation rates were 10.91% (FST = 0.22290) and 77.71% (FSC = 0.12306) among and within populations, respectively, with high genetic diversity at the species level (Hd = 0.692). The genetic distance among populations ranged from 0 to 0.004. The results of Permut analysis showed that there was no significant correlation between genetic distance and geographic distance (NST > GST). The NJ tree was divided into two Clades (Clade A and Clade B), Clade B has obvious geographical specificity, and haplotypes of this clade are all specific to the GX-ZY population. Four types were found according to ITS sequences of A. eriantha, haplotypes H1 and H5 were ancient haplotypes. Conclusion: Our findings indicated that genetic diversity within populations was higher than observed among populations. This study is significant for further research endeavors focused on the efficient collection and preservation of wild resources of A. eriantha.

Remarkably High Internal Transcribed Spacer Haplotype Diversity of the Fungal Select Agent Coniothyrium glycines Discovered Throughout Its Range in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Red leaf blotch of soybean, caused by the fungus Coniothyrium glycines, is a foliar disease characterized by blotching, necrosis, and defoliation that has only been reported from Africa. The species is listed as a Select Agent by the Federal Select Agent Program due to its potentially devastating impacts to soybean production should it spread to the United States. Despite its potential import, very few isolates are available for study. Herein, we obtained 96 new C. glycines isolates from six soybean-producing countries throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Along with 12 previously collected ones, we sequenced each at the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region. Between all isolates, we identified a total of 28 single-nucleotide polymorphisms and 23 haplotypes. One hypothesis to explain the tremendous diversity uncovered at the ITS-which is generally conserved within a species-is that our current species concept of C. glycines is too broad and that there may be multiple species that cause red leaf blotch. Zambia contained the highest haplotype diversity, a significant fraction of which remains unsampled. Most haplotypes were specific to a single country, except for two, which were found in Zambia and either neighboring Mozambique or Zimbabwe. This geographic specificity indicates that the ITS region may be useful for identifying source populations or routes of transmission should this pathogen spread beyond Africa. The observed geographic partitioning of this pathogen is likely the result of millions of years of replication on little-studied native hosts, given that soybean has only been cultivated in Africa since the early 1900s.

Poland’s Breast Self-Exams: Empowering Awareness

Introduction and purpose: Breast cancer poses a significant global health challenge, especially in Poland, where it is the most prevalent cancer among women. Despite advancements in medical technology, individual awareness and proactive health practices, such as Breast Self-Examination (BSE), are crucial for early detection. This study focuses on BSE practices in the Tarnów district of Poland, a small city facing unique healthcare challenges, to understand the prevalence, knowledge, and attitudes toward BSE. The aim of study was to comprehensively investigate BSE practices among women in the Tarnów district, considering socio-demographic factors.
 Material and Methods: Anonymous questionnaires assessed socio-demographic characteristics, attitudes toward BSE, frequency of BSE performance, knowledge on BSE, and sources of information. The survey involved 100 Polish women in gynecologist and general practitioner offices in Tarnów County. Results were analyzed in relation to age, education, and place of residence.
 Results: While 90% of women were familiar with BSE, 10% had never heard of it. While 29% performed BSE monthly, 18% never conducted the examination. Knowledge gaps were identified, particularly regarding optimal BSE practices. Information sources included the Internet (44%) and gynecologists (28%). Notably, 65% expressed a willingness to participate in BSE training.
 Conclusions: In conclusion, the study provides valuable insights into BSE practices among women in the Tarnów district, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to encourage regular BSE. Knowledge gaps and the willingness of women to participate in training present opportunities for healthcare initiatives. The study also highlights the need for broader health education campaigns to dispel myths and enhance awareness, particularly regarding breast cancer affecting both genders. Limitations include a small sample size and geographic specificity to Tarnów district.

Analysis of the purpose behind urban planning in accordance with the shifts in the centrality of Hanyang during the early Joseon dynasty

ABSTRACT During the Joseon Dynasty, the construction process of Hanyang (漢陽) underwent multiple cycles of suspension and resumption. While previous studies have often interpreted Hanyang as a city shaped by geographical specificity influenced by Confucianism and feng shui order, this study emphasizes how the initial urban plans diverged during the latter phases, highlighting how the trajectory of city planning evolved based on changing circumstances and conditions. This study employs an analytical approach to trace the evolution and adoption of the purpose behind the urban planning of Hanyang during the early Joseon Dynasty, focusing on the fact that facilities embodying the ideology and purpose of urban development are placed within the city center. Consequently, symbolic centers such as Gyeongbokgung Palace (景福宮), Jongmyo Shrine(宗廟), and Sajik Alter (社稷壇) were established following “Joorye (周禮),” “Gogonggi (考工記),” and feng shui order in Hanyang. However, geographical influences led to partial alterations in the plans, resulting in a curved and modified north-south axis. The development of Hanyang initially prioritized major internal facilities and roads; then it focused on the expansion of the city’s external territorial boundaries. This process, however, resulted in a lack of connection between the city center and its external boundaries. Subsequently, adjustments were made to the urban structure and connectivity by closing and relocating certain city gates. The construction of the Fortress Wall of Hanyang further fortified internal solidarity. The (former) Jongru Bell Tower was positioned at the center, surrounded by a market to enhance visual and spatial centrality. Following the reorganization of the road structures upon King Taejo’s reign, the Jongru Bell Tower’s location shifted to the intersection of the main arterial roads. This adjustment aimed to combine both mobile and spatial centrality. The Jongru Intersection, featuring a large pavilion, was constructed to reinforce its function as an intersection; citizens of Hanyang could thereby recognize this as its city center. The city center of Hanyang underwent transformations over different periods, considering its symbolism, geography, and transportation. In sum, Hanyang was initially constructed in adherence to feng shui and Confucian thought; then, urban development placed a focus on geographical centrality once the city territory was confirmed. Later, as roads were reorganized, centrality shifted towards crucial transportation points.

Enhancing construction site performance through technology and management practices as material waste mitigation in the Malaysian construction industry

The construction industry, increasingly prioritizing sustainability, necessitates an exploration of technology and management's role in mitigating material waste at construction sites. This study examines the impact of 3R, IBS, BIM, and MMA in enhancing Construction Site Performance (CSP) in the Malaysian construction sector. Seven hypotheses were formulated to assess the relationship between technology adoption, material management practices, and the moderating influence of Material Management Adoption (MMA) on CSP. Data were collected through an online survey from 295 valid responses in the Malaysian construction sector, focusing on professionals involved in solid waste management. Utilizing Partial Least Squares - Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) and Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), the findings highlight the importance of technological integration, efficient material management, and competitive strategies in effective material waste mitigation. Furthermore, the qualitative aspect of the study, conducted among 6 solid waste organizations in Malaysia, enriches the findings by providing nuanced insights into local practices and challenges. Emphasizing the importance of contextual insights, the study addresses professionals involved in solid waste management within the Malaysian construction industry. The geographical specificity adds depth to the analysis, offering a comprehensive understanding of regional dynamics. Despite acknowledging limitations in technology and material usage, the study offers recommendations for refining waste mitigation and improving construction site performance. This research model offers actionable insights for construction site stakeholders, emphasizing the criticality of waste mitigation and CSP. The results, both quantitative and qualitative, underscore the potential of these practices within the Malaysian construction industry to foster innovation and drive positive change.

Minor mining, major influence: Economic implications and policy challenges of artisanal gold mining

This study presents an in-depth analysis of the economic policies and implications surrounding artisanal gold mining, reframing the discussion from geographical specifics to a broader policy and economic context. Utilizing advanced geospatial data from the Landsat image collection through “Google Earth Engine,” the research evaluates the economic impact and policy challenges posed by artisanal gold mining over a period from 2011 to 2021. The approach combines change detection methodologies with machine learning to quantify the economic repercussions of land cover changes due to mining. The analysis reveals significant economic transformations, with an average of 2700 ha of land affected annually, culminating in around 48,000 ha over the decade, highlighting a critical period from 2013 to 2020. Importantly, the study identifies policy gaps, especially in the management of protected areas where approximately 800 ha of mining occurred. The findings underscore the urgent need for policy interventions to mitigate the adverse economic and environmental impacts of unregulated mining. The study contributes to a broader understanding of the economic ramifications of artisanal mining and serves as a call to action for policymakers to address the challenges of sustainable mining practices and economic development.

Country‐of‐origin, region‐of‐origin or terroir branding to entice premium Price? The curious case of geographic place origin construal and psychic distance

AbstractDespite firms' long reliance on geographic place origin branding, such as country‐of‐origin (COO), region‐of‐origin (ROO), and terroir, to sell their products in international markets, little theoretical and empirical work has been carried out to investigate which level of geographic specificity stimulates greater premium price when entering new markets. An experiment was conducted in India and Saudi Arabia manipulating place origin as a 3 factorial design (COO vs. ROO vs. terroir) using Australia as the country context, and honey as the product context. Results suggest that COO, ROO, and terroir prompt different place construal, which interacts with psychic distance to people (individual consumer difference), resulting in varying premium price. The study explains under which conditions which of the three place origins benefit companies and which ones backfire.

Прогностический подход в процессе совершенствования личностного и профессионального уровня педагогов с учетом развития региональной образовательной системы

The article is devoted to the study of the issue of a prognostic approach in the process of improving the personal and professional level of teachers in view of the development of the regional educational system. One of the features of the socio-political development of the Russian education system today is the qualitative renewal of the federal structure of our state. Modernization and reform of the educational system in the constituent entities of the Russian Federation is justified by the increased responsibility of the regions for the quality of education and the need for integration into the educational space of the state. The regional education system of the various republics of the Russian Federation, having certain general invariant characteristics, always remains conditioned by geographical, economic, sociocultural, national-ethnic, and confessional specifics. The formation of regional labor markets is relevant, and the most important task of the process of improving the personal and professional level of teachers is to take into account the specifics of the regional educational system of vocational education, ensuring the social protection of teachers by introducing regional production specifics into the content and organizational forms of this type of activity.