Interest Organizations Research Articles

Volunteers in bioequivalence clinical trials: premises for participation. Part 1

Clinical trials, as an integral stage of the creation of any drug, require volunteers who are ready to go through the testing stage. Clearly, participation in a trial of any drug carries certain health risks, which makes it difficult to recruit volunteers. Development companies use various methods to stimulate potential participants, including regular monitoring of health status, creation of comfortable living conditions, free treatment, financial compensation for risks, etc. Particularly relevant for manufacturing companies is the recruitment of volunteers in case of conducting a bioequivalence phase study, when an already known drug, planned for release under a different brand (name), is being tested. The article presents the results of interviews with volunteers in order to study their motivation to participate in clinical trials of the bioequivalence phase, their experience of such participation, as well as opinions regarding the organization of clinical trials in the Russian Federation. The results of the study demonstrate a high level of interest among the volunteers to regularly participate in bioequivalence studies due to their relative safety for health, as well as financial interest and comfortable organization of the trial process. The socio-demographic profile of the “bioequivalence phase volunteer” is described, and the tendency towards the formation of a community of volunteers with experience of repeated participation in clinical trials for financial reward is identified.

Back from the Cold? Progressive Politics and Social Policy Paradigms in Southern Europe after the Great Recession

This article examines the programmatic evolution of social democratic parties in Italy, Portugal, and Spain, three countries in which the center-left has governed in the last decade. To do so, the article develops an analytical framework for mapping social and labor market policy reforms and assessing their liberalizing, regularizing, or recalibrating character. In explanatory terms, the article studies the coalitional politics behind social democratic reforms as being conditional upon the relationships between organized interests, electoral social blocs, and party system dynamics. The comparative analysis shows both commonalities and differences: the cases range from postindustrial recalibration (Italy) to inclusive egalitarianism (Spain), with Portugal taking a middling path, closer to that of Spain. Overall, in these countries a move away from both traditional “social protectionism” and crisis-era internal devaluation has taken place, but it has taken different forms depending on country-specific coalitional dynamics within the left and trade union camps.

A roadmap for sustainable implementation of vocational rehabilitation for people with mental disorders and its outcomes: a qualitative evaluation

BackgroundPeople suffering from mental health disorders have lower work participation compared to people without mental challenges. To increase work participation within this group vocational rehabilitation interventions are often offered. Collaboration between the mental health care and social security sectors is needed to enable professionals to perform optimally when carrying out these interventions. Yet, regulatory and financial barriers often hinder sustainable implementation. To overcome these barriers an experimental roadmap for sustainable funding based on a shared savings strategy was piloted in four regions. The aim of the present qualitative study was to gain understanding of the uses of this roadmap and the factors that were important in the experiment’s process.MethodThe roadmap consisted of five steps based upon insights from shared savings strategies and implementation science knowledge, and was initiated by a national steering board. The roadmap aimed to make sustainable funding agreements (based on shared savings) for the implementation of a vocational rehabilitation intervention. In four regions, stakeholders from the mental health care and social security services sector followed the roadmap. We conducted interviews (n = 16) with involved participants and project leaders of the experiment and collected 54 sets of field notes and documents to evaluate the roadmap process. A thematic analysis was used to analyse the data.ResultsRegions perceived improved stakeholder collaboration around vocational rehabilitation after they were guided by the roadmap. Three regions made, or intended to make, agreements on collaboration and funding, yet not based on shared savings. Moreover, going through the roadmap took more time than anticipated. Stakeholder collaboration depended on factors like personal and organizational interests and collaboration conditions and values. Financial legislation and politics were regarded as barriers and personal motives were mentioned as a facilitator in this process.ConclusionsOur study showed that the roadmap supported stakeholders to establish a more sustainable collaboration, even though no sustainable financial agreements were made yet. Although participants acknowledged the function of financial insights and the need for financial resources, the driver for collaboration was found to be more on improving clients’ perspectives than on solving unfair financial distribution issues. This suggests modifying the focus of the roadmap from financial benefits to improving clients’ perspectives.

General somatic health and lifestyle habits in individuals with obsessive- compulsive disorder: an international survey.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has been associated with a broad range of health-related issues. Unhealthy lifestyle habits such as physical inactivity, an unhealthy diet, smoking, and alcohol consumption are hypothesized to contribute to this association. However, the lifestyle habits of individuals with OCD have been scarcely investigated. In this international survey, we explored the physical health and lifestyle habits of adults with a self-reported diagnosis of OCD. An online global survey available in seven languages was disseminated through interest organizations and social media between July 2021 and March 2022. The survey included questions relating to socio-demographic variables and clinical characteristics (including OCD symptom severity - as measured with the 12-item self-report scale Obsessive-Compulsive Inventory [OCI-12] - and psychotropic medication), physical health, and lifestyle habits. Frequencies and percentages, or means and standard deviations, as appropriate, were calculated. Subgroup analyses by OCD symptom severity, gender, and age group were performed. A total of 496 individuals with OCD completed the survey and were included in the analyses (mean age = 36.0 years, SD = 12.5, range 18-79; 78.8% women). Most participants were from Europe (n = 245, 49.4%) and North America (n = 187, 37.7%). OCD symptom severity scores were on the moderate range (OCI-12 mean score = 21.2, SD = 9.1). A majority (n = 354, 71.4%) reported having comorbid somatic health issues, mainly allergies, gastrointestinal conditions, and cardiometabolic conditions. Nearly half of the sample (n = 236, 47.6%) reported a body mass index ≥ 25, corresponding to at least overweight. A significant proportion of the participants reported low physical activity (n = 271, 55.0%), unhealthy dietary habits (n = 182, 36.7%), risk consumption of alcohol (n = 111, 22.3%), and non-restorative sleep (n = 268, 54.0%). Subgroup analyses showed overall similar results across groups, with some exceptions. In this sample, individuals with OCD self-reported a range of health-related issues and a number of unhealthy lifestyle behaviors, most prominently a lack of physical activity. Interventions aimed at modifying unhealthy lifestyles to prevent or improve health conditions beyond the psychiatric symptoms should be considered.

THE THEORY OF INTERNAL AUDIT – THE PURPOSE DRIVEN INTERNAL AUDIT

The article introduces the purpose-driven theory of internal audit, emphasizing its role in enhancing organizational efficacy and alignment with strategic goals. It critiques the current lack of theoretical development in internal auditing and proposes integrating contemporary management theories to develop a unique internal audit theory. By leveraging theories of theory of work passion, competitive advantage, core competencies, and public interest, the article aims to redefine internal auditing’s contribution to organizational success and public interest, urging future research to build on this foundational theory.

Predicting Financial Inclusion in Peru: Application of Machine Learning Algorithms

Financial inclusion is a fundamental and multidimensional matter that has acquired importance on the global agenda in recent years. In addition, it is still a source of great interest and concern for lawmakers, international organizations, scholars, and financial institutions worldwide. In that regard, this research focuses on Peru to assess the country’s financial inclusion condition, which continues to face significant hurdles in providing financial services to its whole population despite economic improvement. The aim of this article is twofold, based on recent data on demand for financial services and financial culture in the country: (1) to empirically test how machine learning methods, such as decision trees, random forests, artificial neural networks, XGBoost, and support vector machines, can be a valuable complement to standard models (i.e., generalized linear models like logistic regression) for assessing financial inclusion in Peru, and (2) to identify the most influential sociodemographic factors on financial inclusion assessment in the country. The results may catalyze the integration of machine learning techniques into the Peruvian financial system, garnering the interest of finance researchers and policymakers committed to augmenting financial access and utilization among Peruvian consumers.

MENINGKATKAN MINAT BERWIRAUSAHA ANGGOTA KARANGTARUNA KECAMATAN TANJUNGANOM

Entrepreneurial activities are activities that are one solution to creating jobs and earning additional income. The partner for this service activity is the government of Sonobekel Village, Getas Village, Warujayeng Village, Tanjunganom District, Nganjuk Regency. One of the partners' problems is that most of the people are farmers and farm workers, so they sometimes experience financial problems. Providing entrepreneurship outreach to members of youth organizations in the three villages is expected to motivate and increase understanding of entrepreneurship. The method of implementing service is by means of lectures held for one day in each village, with three terms. In the first term, the service implementation team introduced the concept of entrepreneurship to the participants, including business planning and various types of business opportunities. In the second term, material and simulations regarding financial management for small businesses are provided, and in the third term there are discussions and questions and answers. The activity participants consisted of 20 members of youth organizations in each village. Evaluation activities were carried out to assess the effectiveness of training in increasing the interest and motivation of youth organization members to become entrepreneurs. Evaluation activities are also used to assess the success of community service activities. The measuring tool is a questionnaire that has been filled in by members of the youth organization. The results of the activity evaluation showed an increase in the interest of youth organizations in entrepreneurship, after being given material and motivation regarding entrepreneurship.

A comprehensive formulation for determining static characteristics of mosaic multi-stable composite laminates under large deformation and large rotation

Multi-stable composite laminates are composite materials that exhibit multi-stable states, making them highly suitable for use in morphing structures. These materials are capable of maintaining each stable state without expending any energy. As a result, they are used extensively in numerous applications and garnered the interest of scholars and aerospace organizations. In the context of practical applications, such as morphing structures, it is insufficient for designers to rely solely on common bi-stable composite laminates that exhibit large deformations and medium rotations to achieve their desired objectives. Consequently, based on the objectives of the design, there are two potential resolutions to address this limitation. A designer may utilize mosaic multi-stable composite laminates to achieve a morphing structure that exhibits high flexibility, significant deformation, and substantial rotation. The utilization of a series connection between a bi-stable composite laminate and a symmetric composite laminate results in the formation of a mosaic bi-stable composite laminate with variable stiffness. Furthermore, the amalgamation of two asymmetric composite laminates with inverted orientations engenders a mosaic tri-stable composite laminate. The present research examines the static characteristics of mosaic bi-stable and tri-stable composite laminates. It also seeks to analyze the factors affecting the behavior of these types of laminates. A geometrically exact model was formulated for this objective. Apart from the geometrically exact model, a widely used and uncomplicated model relying on the conventional Classical Laminated-Plate Theory (CLPT) and Von-Karman nonlinear strains was employed. The proposed models were validated through finite element simulations. The system's static equations were derived using the virtual work principle and the Rayleigh-Ritz method. The present study examines and explores quasi-static snap-through behavior between stable states through the application of concentrated forces. The findings indicate a high level of concurrence between the outcomes derived from the geometrically exact model and the finite element analyses, particularly in composite laminates exhibiting significant deformations and rotations.

METHODS OF SUPPORTING ACCEPTANCE OF ECONOMICLY BASED DECISIONS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF THE QUALITY SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION

The aim is to influence the level of preparedness in both IT specialties and economic fields closely tied to IT technologies within higher or secondary educational institutions to meet the needs and requirements of diverse companies. Collaborative efforts between businesses and education can effectively tackle the challenge of cultivating high-quality potential personnel and enhancing students' readiness by establishing a standardized set of business demands.When outlining the requirements for IT specialties, crucial vectors encompass not only work experience and skills but also business qualities and the ability to collaborate in a work collective, aligning with company values. To precisely define the competencies of future employees, we advocate for the Delphi method as one of the best approaches. This method involves expert judgment and comprises multiple rounds of anonymous surveys within an expert group to reach a consensus.By fostering interactions between companies and educational institutions in the study, surveys can collect statistics and utilize educational plans that align with organizational interests. Proposed competencies by experts may convey similar semantic meanings but be articulated with different terminology. Additionally, merging similar competencies into more comprehensive ones is feasible. In the era of rapid IT development, addressing this issue can be accomplished through existing text analysis and comparison techniques in databases. Consequently, the unification of competencies can be established during the learning process.

Russian economy and industry in decarbonization focus: Problems and solutions

The article discusses the main stages of the emergence and awareness of the need for global measures to combat excess greenhouse gas emissions. The main emphasis is placed on the legislative and regulatory aspect, taking into account the opinions of official and interested organizations. The analysis of the materials of publications on the sources of greenhouse gas emissions and the volume of their entry into the atmosphere is carried out. In the Russian Federation, there is a noticeable change in attitude to the situation, both at the level of basic concepts and in the applied aspect. The historical and modern understanding of the greenhouse gas problem has been partially traced. The timber industry is becoming an important component of a set of measures to harmonize the performance of emission producers and carbon depositing companies. The possibility of economic regulation of emissions has the greatest potential in the hands of both the European Union and the Government of the Russian Federation. The quota trading system should become an effective fine-tuned tool in the field of regulating greenhouse gas emissions. The existing quota trading systems in the world are briefly described. Some indicators of the quota trading system for Russian companies are given. The possibilities of the timber industry and the forest fund to compensate for the consequences of the introduction of the “green tax” are presented. The main dangers from the introduction of a “green tax” for the industry of the Russian Federation are assessed. The results of emission calculations for a number of enterprises supplying products for export are analyzed. The main ways of minimizing the consequences of the introduction of a “green tax” for the economy are substantiated.

Additional demand for specialists in physical culture and sport

Modern accents in the development of regions of the Russian Federation for the period up to 2030 in terms of improving the quality of life of the country’s population, expanding opportunities for the implementation of health-saving technologies in organizations implementing activities in the field of physical culture and sport have been reflected in the results of a survey of the information-analytical system “SM KADRY-FKiS” and survey web-service created by the St. Petersburg Research Institute of Physical Culture (St. Petersburg). The priority of such specialties as “coaching teacher”, “instructor”, “instructor-methodist”, “coaching teacher in adaptive physical culture and adaptive sports” for employing organizations in the regions of the Russian Federation became obvious. The interest of the respondent organizations in employees with higher education in the field of physical culture and sports is determined. The article presents examples of additional demand for expanding the range (list) of specialties (positions) in the field of physical culture and sports, primarily related to the increase in the number of new sports facilities in the regions or reconstructed facilities, which in turn require the formation / expansion of the staff number of employees. All the peculiarities identified in the regions of the Russian Federation will entail changes in the regulatory and legal support of this industry both at the regional and federal levels.

DIGITALNI PROCESI U JEDINICAMA LOKALNE SAMOUPRAVE

Croatia underwent a transition process in the early 1990s, transforming the structure and functioning of local government from 101 municipalities and 11 community municipalities to municipalities and cities as units of local government, and counties as units of regional governance. In addition to its status as the capital city, Zagreb also acquired the status of a county. A decade later, large cities were standardized within the local government system. The number of counties has remained unchanged since their establishment, while the number of cities has significantly increased, with a slightly smaller increase in the number of municipalities. Organizing local self-government aims to satisfy public interests of citizens and business organizations in a certain area by providing services. Along with the increase in the number of local government units, the number of employees has also increased, however, in over 50% of municipalities, citizens are unable to consume any public services. Managing human resources is inconsistent with the fact that administration in service processes is improved by implementing digital tools and affects the reduction of direct executors in individual service processes. The continuous increase in the number of employees has prompted us to research the effectiveness of informatization and digitalization in the daily work of local self-government units. A survey questionnaire was sent to all municipalities and cities, and slightly less than 20% of the surveys sent were returned. The collected data was processed using the „JASP“ program, and descriptive methods were used to describe the findings.

Administrative Procedure Code: a Controversial, but Feasible Idea

The subject of the study is the issues of codification of administrative procedural and administrative tort legislation. The complex issue of its codification requires a thorough analysis of a number of fundamental theses for further argumentation of the author's position regarding the improvement of the institutional foundations of codification both from the standpoint of scientific and methodological development and practical implementation. The need to codify administrative proceedings is due to the fact that the reform of the administrative procedure will be incomplete without improving the CAS of the Russian Federation in terms of including the provisions of the APC of the Russian Federation and the procedure for considering cases of administrative offenses and strengthening judicial control over the actions of administrative jurisdiction bodies by reforming the procedural mechanism for considering cases of administrative offenses by courts of general jurisdiction (option arbitration courts according to the rules of the RF PACS). The goals are achieved using the methods of historical, systematization, synthesis, and special legal methods. The scientific idea of the formation of the procedural form of administration is argued, the scientific idea of the formation of the procedural form of administrative legislation is documented, which means only the judicial procedure for the consideration of cases, including administrative proceedings and proceedings in cases of administrative offenses. Practical recommendations are formulated on reforming the legislative and organizational foundations in the field under study and the adoption of a basic law on the procedure for the implementation of administrative proceedings when considering and resolving administrative cases by courts on the protection of violated or disputed rights, freedoms and legitimate interests of citizens and organizations, as well as other administrative cases related to the exercise of judicial control over the legality and validity of public powers, namely, the Administrative Procedural Code of the Russian Federation (as a variant of the Procedural Administrative Code of the Russian Federation - PAK RF). An invitation to the discussion is published.

Ukraine – NATO: relations and prospects of membership

The author notes that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in modern conditions plays one of the key roles in ensuring security and stability in Europe. It is stated that, in accordance with its founding documents, this international structure aims to unite the efforts of its members for collective defense and for the preservation of peace and security. The article reveals the international legal aspects of the Partnership for Peace program, established in 1991 to ensure cooperation between NATO and European states that are not members of the alliance, and to maintain a constant dialogue on issues of mutual interest to both NATO and states that are not part of this military-political bloc. It is emphasized that this program is used for the purpose of cooperation between NATO members and non-members in the military and defense spheres, including in various crisis situations, based on the postulate that the security of member states is inseparably linked with the security of all other European states. The article focuses on the analysis of the history and prospects of the development of relations between Ukraine and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The policy of the Ukrainian leadership towards the bloc, as well as concrete steps within the framework of Euro-Atlantic integration are considered. Special attention is paid to the analysis of the compliance of the current state of the internal political system of Ukraine with the requirements and standards of NATO. The official position of the Russian Federation on the issue of Ukraine's membership in NATO is considered. It is concluded that Ukraine's entry into NATO in the short and medium term contradicts the interests of the international organization itself.

Activities in the field of trade and consumer services as a promising object of public control in Russia: modern problems and ways of improvement (public law analysis)

The article is devoted to the public law analysis of activities in the field of trade and consumer services as a promising object of public control in Russia. The authors explore the role and place of the public control in the system of legal guarantees for the implementation and protection of both the constitutional principles of democracy and the participation of citizens in the management of affairs, the entire system of human and civil rights and freedoms, as well as the rights and legitimate interests of public associations and other non-governmental non-profit organizations. The organization and implementation of public control are associated with numerous problems, one of which is the determination of the optimal list of objects of public control. The purpose of the study is to formalize and analyze the main problems associated with the organization and implementation of public control over activities in the field of trade and consumer services, as well as the development and justification of a system of measures to resolve these problems. A number of scientific research methods are used in the work, including: formal-logical; comparative-legal; historical-legal; statistical; sociological; method of analyzing specific legal situations. Among the above-mentioned problems, in particular, the following are investigated: the lack of formalization of this institution of civil society in the Constitution of Russia; unjustified, in the opinion of the authors, the removal from the subject of legislation on public control of activities, acts and decisions of a significant part of legal entities affecting the rights and freedoms of citizens; the lack of real powers for the subjects of public control to control activities in the field of trade and consumer services; insufficient use of positive foreign and Soviet experience in this field in the development of the institute of public control; weak financing of the activities of subjects of public control from budgets of all levels; their lack of practice in applying modern technologies in the field of control over new forms of trade and consumer services (for example, electronic trade in goods, works, services, cryptocurrency turnover, cross-border trade).

Investigating the Components of Transformational Leadership: A Qualitative Study on the National Iranian Oil Terminals Company (NIOTC)

Objective: This study aims to investigate the components of transformational leadership within the National Iranian Oil Terminals Company (NIOTC), providing insights into how this leadership style can be effectively implemented to enhance organizational outcomes in the oil and gas sector. Methodology: This qualitative research employed semi-structured interviews with 19 experienced managers and academic experts from NIOTC. The participants were selected using a theoretical sampling approach until theoretical saturation was achieved. Data was collected through detailed interviews and analyzed using NVivo software to identify key themes and patterns related to transformational leadership. Findings: The analysis revealed several critical components of transformational leadership at NIOTC, including creating a dynamic organizational vision, setting elevated goals, supporting organizational learning, transforming cultural values, fostering organizational trust, linking individual and collective interests, providing inspirational motivation, stimulating intellectual engagement, enhancing followers' adaptability, and considering individual needs. These components align with existing literature on transformational leadership and highlight the importance of vision, motivation, trust, and adaptability in driving organizational success. Conclusion: The findings of this study provide a comprehensive understanding of transformational leadership within NIOTC. Effective transformational leaders at NIOTC emphasize creating a compelling vision, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and trust, and aligning individual and organizational goals. These insights can guide leaders in similar contexts to implement transformational leadership practices that enhance organizational performance and employee development. Future research should explore these components in different organizational and cultural settings to further validate and expand on these findings.

The International Working Group on New Developments in Pharmacovigilance: Advancing Methods and Communication in Pharmacovigilance

In 2019, the International Working Group (IWG), focusing on New Developments in Pharmacovigilance, was established. This group is coordinated by the Drug Safety Research Unit in the United Kingdom, and the mission of the IWG is to progress pharmacovigilance methodologies and promote the safe and effective use of medicines and vaccines, thereby further protecting patients. Novel therapeutics are continuously being developed to alleviate medical conditions, but with advancing technologies, innovative pharmacovigilance methodologies need to be developed to effectively monitor the use and safety of these products. With reduced timelines proposed for premarketing clinical trials and increased application of real-world evidence supporting regulatory approvals, products may be used in real-world clinical practice in shorter timeframes than before. Therefore, the need for effective methods of monitoring medicines and collecting safety data in real-time is of paramount importance to public health. The IWG aims to advance existing methodologies used in the detection, monitoring, and analysis of safety data in pharmacovigilance and to communicate best practice proposals to support decision making in health care. The IWG will identify areas requiring review of current processes or methodologic research and will communicate the output of the IWG through peer-reviewed publications, reports, and presentation of findings at relevant conferences and scientific meetings. The IWG is currently reviewing two areas in pharmacovigilance; case-level causality assessment and the strengths and limitations of data sources. The IWG is advancing these areas by producing two scoping reviews which will be easily accessible to regulatory agencies, industry, academia, and interested persons or organizations. The scoping reviews comply with the IWGs mission to progress pharmacovigilance methodologies and promote the safe and effective use of medicines and vaccines. The present article shares details of the objectives of the IWG and provides an overview on the status of IWG activities.

ВИТРАТИ НА ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ І РОЗРОБКИ ТА РЕЙТИНГ УКРАЇНИ В ГЛОБАЛЬНОМУ ІНДЕКСІ ІННОВАЦІЙІ

The purpose of this article is to assess trends in changes in research and development (R&D) expenditures, analyse Ukraine's ranking in the Global Innovation Index (GII), and identify key problems influencing these changes. The research employs methods such as structural analysis, averages, comparison, generalisation, analysis and synthesis, and graphical methods. The article examines trends in R&D expenditures as a percentage of GDP, compares Ukraine's indicator values with those of other countries worldwide and in Europe, identifies trends in the number and structure of employees and organisations involved in R&D activities, and evaluates the volume and structure of R&D expenditures by sector and type of work. Negative dynamics are identified across all indicators, accompanied by processes such as the devaluation of the scientist's role, brain drain abroad, reduction in R&D spending, and decreased engagement and interest of organisations implementing R&D, leading to a reduction in scientific research, products, and innovations across various sectors of the economy, and a decrease in the volume of new knowledge. Ukraine's ranking in the Global Innovation Index and its sub-indices are comprehensively assessed, revealing Ukraine's strengths and weaknesses in these rankings. The period of Ukraine's rise in the GII from 2013 to 2018 and the subsequent decline in ranking positions from 2019 to 2022 have been identified. Despite the full-scale war in 2023, Ukraine strengthened its ranking by 2 positions, securing 55th place. It is established that despite negative factors (funding levels, declining innovation and research activity, devaluation of the scientist's role, brain drain abroad, etc.), Ukraine has significant human potential to ensure the country's economic development.

Security Awareness Programs and Behavioral Patterns in Nigeria Deposit Money Banks: Adopting a Robust Cybersecurity Culture.

In an era marked by evolving cybersecurity threats, understanding the interplay between Security Awareness Programs, Behavioral Patterns, and Cybersecurity Culture is essential for safeguarding organizational assets and maintaining trust in financial institutions. This study investigated this relationship within Nigeria’s Deposit Money Banks, employing a comprehensive analysis of key variables such as Compliance Adherence, Security Policy Acknowledgements, Training Completion Rate, Risk Awareness and Management, Behavioral Analytics, Employee Feedback and Engagement, and Incident Response Time.Utilizing data gathered from a field survey, the study employed multiple regression analysis and tested for hypotheses. Specifically, the study revealed that Compliance Adherence, Training Completion Rate, and Risk Awareness and Management significantly influenced Employee Feedback and Engagement. Compliance Adherence increased Employee Feedback and Engagement by 0.065 (t-stat: 0.750, p = 0.014), Training Completion Rate by 0.397 (t-stat: 3.846, p < 0.001), and Risk Awareness and Management by 0.237 (t-stat: 2.031, p = 0.028). Similarly, Compliance Adherence, Security Policy Acknowledgements, Training Completion Rate, and Risk Awareness and Management significantly impacted Incident Response Time. Compliance Adherence increased Incident Response Time by 0.067 (t-stat: 0.721, p = 0.041), Security Policy Acknowledgements by 0.087 (t-stat: 0.911, p = 0.033), and Training Completion Rate by 0.188 (t-stat: 1.118, p < 0.001). However, Risk Awareness and Management didn’t show significant impact on Incident Response Time. Moreover, Compliance Adherence, Security Policy Acknowledgements, Training Completion Rate, and Risk Awareness and Management significantly contributed to Cybersecurity Culture. Compliance Adherence increased Cybersecurity Culture by 0.523 (t-stat: 0.101, p < 0.001), Security Policy Acknowledgements by 0.041 (t-stat: 0.279, p = 0.011), Training Completion Rate by 0.188 (t-stat: 1.139, p < 0.001), and Risk Awareness and Management by 0.239 (t-stat: 1.453, p = 0.041). These findings offered valuable insights for policymakers, bank management, cybersecurity professionals, and employees, informing the development of effective cybersecurity strategies and risk management policies. By understanding the intricate relationship between Security Awareness Programs, Behavioral Patterns, and Cybersecurity Culture, stakeholders could better navigate the complexities of the cybersecurity landscape and safeguard organizational interests.

AI for Everyone? Disposition Towards the Use of GPT Chat Among Secondary School Adolescents

This quantitative research examines the utilisation patterns of GPT chat platforms within the adolescent demographic of secondary school students, exploring the potential associations between such usage and their vocational interests, gender, and personality traits. The study involved 75 students from a technologically advanced high school, where tablets and iPads are innovatively implemented, largely replacing traditional teaching aids in every subject. A diagnostic survey and two psychological tests – NEO Five-Factor Inventory NEO-FFI by P.T. Costa and R.R. McCrae – Polish adaptation and Multidimensional Preference Questionnaire WKP were used. The research indicated a correlation between gender and interests and declared level of knowledge about AI tools: in the study group, boys declared a higher level of knowledge and interests. Moreover, there is no significant correlation between personality and the use of ChatGPT. Individuals with managerial and organisational interests reported higher interest in ChatGPT. Conversely, individuals with practical and aesthetic interests stated that ChatGPT restricts creativity.