Issues Of Ownership Research Articles

Peculiarities of the contract on the creation to order of objects of related rights under the legislation of Ukraine

The work is devoted to the study of the peculiarities of the contract for the creation to order of objects of related rights under the legislation of Ukraine. The work analyzes these features through such issues as the subject composition of adjacent rights, the moment of emergence of adjacent rights, the moment of transition of adjacent rights from the primary subjects of adjacent rights to the customer, features related to the legal nature of objects of adjacent rights , in particular such an object as the performance and program of the broadcasting organization, the question is raised about the need to balance the interests of the primary subjects of related rights with the powers of the customer to accompany the work with prefaces, afterwords, etc., the connection of these powers with the personal non-property rights of the creator (primary sub object of related rights), as well as with the concept of originality, since according to the requirements of the current legislation, only original works are subject to protection (it is undeniable that the objects of related rights must also be original). Also, in addition to this, the provision on surveillance rights is analyzed. And although this provision does not apply to the objects of related rights, but taking into account the close relationship between the objects of copyright and the objects of related rights, this issue is also considered by us. Thus, the author proposes to make changes to the relevant current version of the article of the profile Law of Ukraine «On Copyright and Related Rights», in connection with the fact that the provisions of the current norm on the right of resale take place only in the case of sale, resale. But what if the object is alienated, but the form of such alienation is not a contract of sale, but a contract on creation to order? In the work, the author analyzes and compares the norms of the above-mentioned profile Law with the norms of the Civil Code of Ukraine on the issue raised in the article on the subject of their consistency. As a result of the analysis of these norms and the legal nature of the contract on the creation to order and the contract for the use of the object of intellectual property rights, a distinction is made between these types of contracts with the proposal of a new version of the corresponding article in the relevant Law and its consistency with the corresponding article in the Civil Code of Ukraine. Also, attention is drawn to the lack of mention in the relevant Law of such an object of related rights as a broadcasting organization program, in particular in Part 7 of Article 36 of the Law, in connection with which the author also proposes his own version of the relevant norm. Special attention in this work is devoted to the issue of ownership of property rights to the created objects of adjacent rights to the primary subjects of adjacent rights and consideration of the transfer of such property rights from the primary subjects to the customer as a result of the contract on creation to order.

Land Tenure Reforms in the Area of Leskovac after the Treaty of Berlin (1878–1882)

After the Treaty of Berlin (1878), the area of Leskovac became a part of Serbia. With the fall of the Ottoman empire, the Muslim population also departed leaving their properties. Abandoned lands were taken by the local Christians, who had been in feudal relationships with previous owners. The article follows the politics of the Serbian government regarding the issues of ownership and compensation to Muslim landowners. Furthermore, concrete cases of land possession legal disputes between local Serbs and the former proprietors will be presented. The research compares different political and social structures before and after the Treaty of Berlin. Also, it points out the peasants' new economic situation after the liberation from the feudal system. Analysing the unpublished and published documents, with the help of periodicals and literature, the article provides the new insights and views into the studies of the rural history of Serbia and Southeastern Europe in the 19th century

Innovation in Family Businesses: A Bibliometric Analysis

Purpose –This research aims to find out the general movement and gaps in the innovation studies in family businesses by connecting them with studies in mainstream innovation literature.Design/methodology/approach –In this research, 926 documents published in 283 journals in the Web of Science database between 1997 and 2022 in the field of innovation in family businesses were analyzed. Bibliographic coupling analysis, co-citation analysis, co-word analysis, and trend analysis were carried out to evaluate the intellectual and conceptual structure of the field. Trends in the relevant literature were visually mapped by identifying journals, authors, research topics, and connections between them.Findings –According to the results of the intellectual structure analysis, family participation, family culture, family ownership, and socio-economic wealth issues come to the fore. Co-citation analysis findings indicate that the concepts of performance and sustainability, which have a strong relationship with entrepreneurship, will be among the important research topics in the near future.Discussion –The desire of family businesses to protect their assets causes them to avoid long-term risky innovation projects and their innovation speed to decrease. Family businesses tend to rely on external sources of knowledge and technology, focusing on incrementalrather than radical innovation. This tendency stems from the typical organizational climate of low formality and risk aversion in determining strategic choices and functional organizational structures with high decision-making autonomy. Intergenerational innovation should be focused on to create innovation competencies in future generations.

Ownership and Sustainability of Bai Intangible Cultural Heritage ICH: A Comparative Analysis of Educational Approaches

Through a literature review of scholarly and non-scholarly but credible literature, this study has explored the intricate relationship between ownership, sustainability, and education in the context of the Bai ethnic group's Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) in northwestern Yunnan, China. The Bai people have diverse ICH. However, as China’s ethnic minority, they face challenges from China's dominant culture and globalization. Therefore, it is critical to sustain their ICH. The review has indicated that the issue of ownership is complex and multifaceted. In most authors have refrain from addressing it. However, there is evidence indicating creating awareness surrounding the ownership of IC can result in social-economic benefits. Such benefits are likely to motivate stakeholders to preserve and certain the. To create awareness and resulting sense of ownership and sustainability, educational approaches, combining formal and informal methods are recommended. So far, this approach exists but they need to be improved further.

Forest Restoration through Village Common Forests in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh: The Role of NGO Interventions

Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) are widely recognized for their support of biodiversity conservation and forest restoration in tropical developing countries. In the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHTs) of Bangladesh, ethnic forest-dependent communities have long maintained the Village Common Forest (VCF), an ancestral forest managed for community well-being. In recent years, some VCFs in the CHT have received support from local and international NGOs due to their perceived role in supporting biodiversity, ecosystem services, and improving local livelihoods. Although such support remains limited, its impacts on forest restoration and vegetation are not yet fully investigated. In the present study, we used remote sensing techniques and field surveys to measure vegetation cover changes and tree diversity in selected VCFs in the area. Our findings indicate that vegetation condition and tree diversity were better in NGO-supported VCFs compared with those without NGO intervention. Based on our study, we recommend increasing NGO involvement in VCF management with a more holistic and ecosystem-based approach, fostering institutional cooperation addressing land ownership issues, developing a market for forest ecosystem services, and improving local capacity for science-based forest management and ecosystem restoration in the CHT.

The Nazi regime in Lithuania: recovery of agricultural obligations imposed

The purpose of this study is to investigate methods and means of recovery of imposed agricultural obligations. The aim of this paper is to analyse the methods and means for recovery of imposed agricultural obligations in Lithuania, occupied by military forces of Nazi Germany. To achieve the aim, the following objectives have been set: 1) to discuss adaptation of production of agricultural products to meet needs of the war in Lithuania under the Nazi regime; 2) to analyse the methods and means used by occupational Nazi authorities for recovery of agricultural obligations imposed on farmers of Lithuania; 3) to discuss other obligations imposed (other than delivery of agricultural products) on Lithuanian farmers, analyse methods and means for their recovery; 4) submit the exhaustive and reliable statistics on recovery of imposed obligations related to delivery of agricultural products. The topic chosen is a relevant and new one, as this problem has not been presented exhaustively in Lithuanian historiography. First of all, we lack a generalized analysis on the entire Lithuania scale, analysis which must be more detailed, based on archive or reliable statistical data related to practical application of the mechanism of recovery of agricultural obligations (primarily aiming at agricultural products) imposed. This article aims at filling these and other gaps in relevant historiography. During the research the following conclusions have been drawn: 1. In the case of Germany victory in the war, the territories of all Baltic states, including Lithuania, were to be included into the Nazi Reich. During the wartime, the economy of these countries had to serve demands of the Vermacht and meet other Reich needs, irrespective of the interests of the local people and local economies. It had not been planned to create a considerable consumer goods industry. These countries had to be cheap labour sources and base for provision of raw materials, as well as a market for realization of German industry products.2. The essence of the Nazi agricultural policy in the occupied Lithuania meant a unilateral demand to increase production of basic food products and raw materials in order to provide the German troops as well as local residents and Germans in Germany with food products. The Nazi imposed on farmers various obligations related to agricultural products and various equipment (mobilization of horses with carts and harnesses, obligations of manual work and transport, etc.)3. Civil occupational Nazi authorities adapted Lithuanian municipal system to meet their agricultural needs during the wartime. The occupational authorities through threatening the officers of Lithuanian municipal system with penalties and negative consequences related to agriculture and farmers, using the help of Lithuanian officers, managed to recover a huge amount of agriculture products from this country agriculture sector. Whereas Lithuanian municipal officers of higher rank were forced to apply constantly the psychological pressure or even coercion on their own subordinates and colleagues of lower rank.4. In order to recover agricultural obligations fulfilment, the occupants applied both repressive and promoting measures. Among repressive ones, farmer removal from his/her farm should be mentioned as well as requisition of agricultural products, cash penalties, farmers suing with the German Special Court, forcible confining in detention facilities, forced-labour camps or even killing by firing squad. Especially famous for farmers killing by firing squad was H. Wulff, the commissar of Vilnius county district. By killing the farmers, the occupants sought to intimidate the villagers so that they would better fulfil the obligations imposed.5. To perform recovery of fulfilment of imposed agricultural obligations, the following promoting measures used to be applied: issue of ownership documents, granting the possibility of acquisition of industrial goods, etc.6. The Nazi failed to convert Lithuanian farmers into obedient executors of alien will. Due to harsh conditions of the wartime and sabotage of Lithuanian farmers in order to protect their farms from the complete deterioration, occupational government of the Nazi each economic year failed to collect from Lithuanian villages planned agricultural products contingencies irrespective of requisition of the large part of agricultural production of this country.

Land Ownership (Custom) Viewed from Historical Perspectives, Socio-Cultural and Tenurial Issues in Simalungun District

This study aims to examine the status of land ownership in Simalungun district in terms of historical, social, cultural and tenure perspectives. It is important to study this issue because until now the issue of land ownership has not been thoroughly resolved because there are migrants who claim that their customary land was found in Simalungun, whereas in reality their customary land was not found in Simalungun, but what was found was the king's land ( partuanon) according to the surname of the lord of the rest of the kitchen based on the custom of the tolu sahundulan lima saodoran. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative with purposive sampling technique. Data analysis begins with the process of collecting primary data through in-depth interviews with 13 informants. By using interview guideline research instruments combined with the results of library research. The results of the interview transcripts were collected, tabulated, analyzed, verified, and displayed until the conclusions of the research results were formulated. The results of this study showed that in Simalungun district there were no customary lands, customary forests and customary lands from migrant residents and ethnic Simalungun. The land in Simalungun district is the king's land (Partuanon), the people and migrants are only given the right to cultivate, not to own in accordance with the ruling king's clan, namely Sisidapur and Simalungun customary law based on the Tolu sahundulan lima saodoran custom. The transfer of rights and land tenure in Simalungun district occurred after the proclamation of 17 August 1945 and the social revolution in 1946. All land in the former autonomous region in Simalungun became state property, including all of PT. TPL Tbk's concession land in Simalungun district.

A framework for evaluating the barriers to adopting Industry 4.0 in Indian SMEs: an approach of best-worst method

This study aims to highlight the need for Industry 4.0 in a manufacturing system and explore the importance of the barriers to adopting Industry 4.0 technologies in Indian SMEs. Many barriers to implementing Industry 4.0 were explored through a literature review. These barriers are prioritized using the Best-Worst Method (BWM). The framework has illustrated the approach to exploring the barriers and ranking these barriers based on feedback from industry experts. Some of the barriers such as lack of infrastructure, lack of financial resources, lack of government initiatives, high complexity, and cyber security and data ownership issues are observed to be very influential in SMEs to adopting Industry 4.0. The proposed framework can also be used in other industries for implementing Industry 4.0 technologies. Prioritizing and overcoming the barriers step-by-step may help the manager to digitalize the systems.

Communal grant and land allocation effect on native land disputation in Malaysia

Land management and community engagement are two key components in preventing conflict among native landowners and organizations. Disputes between owners and agencies will be the most difficult impediment to overcome in the land ongoing development. Led to extensive opposition among native customary peoples to native customary land alienation, the government has worked to provide a fair manner of individual ownership for native customary peoples. This point shows how land ownership issues may pose a danger to the nation if they are not addressed in appropriate forms and ways to the native customary community. This paper examines the influence of Communal Grants and land allocation in the Sabah Land Ordinance on native land disputes among Malaysian native landowners. Native landowners from Sabah constituted the population of this study. Samples were chosen using a simple random sampling technique. The gathered 100 complete responses were analyzed using partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings revealed that the Communal Grants and land allocation in the Sabah Land Ordinance have significant positive influences on native customary land disputes. This study contributed significantly to the customary land alienation of native peoples as a minority group and indigenous world population.

A framework for sharing of clinical and genetic data for precision medicine applications.

Precision medicine has the potential to provide more accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment and timely prevention strategies by considering patients' biological makeup. However, this cannot be realized without integrating clinical and omics data in a data-sharing framework that achieves large sample sizes. Systems that integrate clinical and genetic data from multiple sources are scarce due to their distinct data types, interoperability, security and data ownership issues. Here we present a secure framework that allows immutable storage, querying and analysis of clinical and genetic data using blockchain technology. Our platform allows clinical and genetic data to be harmonized by combining them under a unified framework. It supports combined genotype-phenotype queries and analysis, gives institutions control of their data and provides immutable user access logs, improving transparency into how and when health information is used. We demonstrate the value of our framework for precision medicine by creating genotype-phenotype cohorts and examining relationships within them. We show that combining data across institutions using our secure platform increases statistical power for rare disease analysis. By offering an integrated, secure and decentralized framework, we aim to enhance reproducibility and encourage broader participation from communities and patients in data sharing.

Possibility of 3D Model Collections with LiDAR: Simply, Easily, and Inexpensively in Paleontology

Until several years ago, it was difficult for the general public to acquire 3D data. Recently, portable devices have been equipped with LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging). LiDAR is a method for determining ranges by targeting an object or a surface with a laser and measuring the time for the reflected light to return to the receiver. It is easy to acquire 3D data by LiDAR at low cost, so making 3D digital specimens and using 3D databases have become more popular. This study aims to to investigate the possibility of creating 3D digital model collections in paleontology using a simple, easy and inexpensive approach that applies portable devices equipped with LiDAR. Two Apple iPad Pro® (3rd and 4th generation) and an iPhone® 15 Pro equipped with LiDAR are used with the Scaniverse application. The scanning distance of Scaniverse is from 0.3 m to 5.0 m for 3D modelling. Targets of paleontological 3D models in our study, range from hand-sized specimens to exhibits several meters in size, exhibition rooms and outcrops, including a 5 cm ammonite and an ~3 m full-body replica of Naumann’s elephant, Palaeoloxodon naumanni. In this case study, it was difficult to make 3D models of specimens under 10 cm diameter. On the other hand, 3D modelling of specimens greater than 10 cm, and up to 5 m long produced reasonable results. These 3D model collections can be used as exhibits and for education by making 3D printings and virtual reality (VR) models. Because the LiDAR technology is now built into common devices, problems may arise because anyone could make and share 3D models simply, easily, and inexpensively. Several issues of ownership, such as copyright, could arise from creating these models because digital data policies are not uniform or codified between museums and institutions. In the future, rules to govern these collections internationally need to be developed.

AI-POWERED RESTORATION OF VINTAGE FILMS INTO NEW CINEMA: HARMONIZING CREATION AND AUTOMATION

The revival of classic films has made significant progress thanks to Artificial Intelligence-powered restoration methods. The AI produces a restored film with improved brightness, resolution and color while preserving the original film content through complex algorithms. The purpose of the research is to analyze the opinions of viewers and historians about films restored with artificial intelligence and to address the ethical issues associated with AI restoration. Data was collected on likes and dislikes of viewers of AI-restored movies on YouTube, and the survey analyzed 375 people watching the vintage movie and its restored version. Analysis results show that AI-restored movies have better resolution, color and sound quality than the original vintage footage. Historians argue that AI algorithms can change the historical meaning and authenticity of the original work and undermine the original artistic intent of old films. The difficulty with artificial intelligence is finding a balance between technical progress and maintaining creative and historical integrity, which requires strict ethical standards to prevent potential harm. Preserving the integrity and true historical accuracy of original content and maintaining public trust require transparent practices, rigorous authentication procedures, and careful navigation of copyright, ownership, and consent issues. The rights of content producers, communities and individuals must be respected to ensure that AI-assisted restoration is carried out responsibly and ethically. The power of artificial intelligence in the restoration of old films has great potential to preserve and celebrate our film heritage.

Investment Opportunities in Uganda's Real Estate Market

Uganda's real estate market presents lucrative opportunities for investors driven by rapid urbanization, economic growth, and favorable government policies. Key urban centers like Kampala, Entebbe, and Mbarara are experiencing significant development, and increasing demand for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. This growth is bolstered by a steady rise in GDP, enhanced infrastructure, and increased foreign direct investment. However, investors must navigate challenges such as regulatory complexities, land ownership issues, economic volatility, and infrastructure deficiencies. Successful investment strategies include thorough market research, due diligence, strategic location choices, local partnerships, and sustainable practices. With careful planning, investors can capitalize on Uganda's dynamic real estate market and contribute to its ongoing development. Keywords: Urbanization, Economic Growth, Investment Opportunities, Real Estate Market, Infrastructure Development

Identifying Habitat Selection Concept as Results of Place Attachment Phenomenon in Kampung Keputran, Surabaya

This study investigates the complex phenomenon of place attachment and its impact on the formation and preservation of individual and communities’ identities to its cultural environment. Keputran kampung, situated in Surabaya's central business district, faces unique challenges such as annual flooding and the risk of eviction due to land ownership issues. Using qualitative descriptive research, including character appraisal, interviews, and observations, this study examines the place attachment phenomenon and its implications for its habitat selection concepts. Findings reveal the rapid development and strong characteristics of Keputran Village, classified as a attachment to a place stage with six identified factors influencing habitat selection on the residents' cultural aspects, emotions, cognition, and behavior. This study sheds light on the multifaceted nature of place attachment and its role in shaping the habitat selection concepts of Keputran kampung.

Outcome evaluation of technical strategies on reduction of patient waiting time in the outpatient department at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre—Northern Tanzania

BackgroundThe Tanzania healthcare system is beset by prolonged waiting time in its hospitals particularly in the outpatient departments (OPD). Previous studies conducted at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC) revealed that patients typically waited an average of six hours before receiving the services at the OPD making KCMC have the longest waiting time of all the Zonal and National Referral Hospitals. KCMC implemented various interventions from 2016 to 2021 to reduce the waiting time. This study evaluates the outcome of the interventions on waiting time at the OPD.MethodsThis is an analytical cross-sectional mixed method using an explanatory sequential design. The study enrolled 412 patients who completed a structured questionnaire and in-depth interviews (IDI) were conducted among 24 participants (i.e., 12 healthcare providers and 12 patients) from 3rd to 14th July, 2023. Also, a documentary review was conducted to review benchmarks with regards to waiting time. Quantitative data analysis included descriptive statistics, bivariable and multivariable. All statistical tests were conducted at 5% significance level. Thematic analysis was used to analyse qualitative data.ResultsThe findings suggest that post-intervention of technical strategies, the overall median OPD waiting time significantly decreased to 3 h 30 min IQR (2.51–4.08), marking a 45% reduction from the previous six-hour wait. Substantial improvements were observed in the waiting time for registration (9 min), payment (10 min), triage (14 min for insured patients), and pharmacy (4 min). Among the implemented strategies, electronic medical records emerged as a significant predictor to reduced waiting time (AOR = 2.08, 95% CI, 1.10–3.94, p-value = 0.025). IDI findings suggested a positive shift in patients' perceptions of OPD waiting time. Problems identified that still need addressing include, ineffective implementation of block appointment and extension of clinic days was linked to issues of ownership, organizational culture, insufficient training, and ineffective follow-up. The shared use of central modern diagnostic equipment between inpatient and outpatient services at the radiology department resulted in delays.ConclusionThe established technical strategies have been effective in reducing waiting time, although further action is needed to attain the global standard of 30 min to 2 h OPD waiting time.

Protestantism, post-colonialism and Israel – 1948–1967

In this contribution, Protestant interaction with the State of Israel is analysed within the framework of the aftermath of Modern Imperialism between 1850 and 1950. It was the time when Western European nations expanded into areas previously inhabited by others, where they established white settlers’ communities as the political and economic dominant in the USA, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and elsewhere. The genesis of the State of Israel in 1948 can be seen as a late example of the same phenomenon.Very soon after 1948 however, most Protestant churches would become aware of the importance of post-colonialism and a new global world order, where the West was no longer dominant and issues of land ownership in the former (semi-)colonies became important. This implied an overhaul of the idea, still current among Protestants in the 1950s, that the population exchanges in former Palestine in 1948 needed to be accepted both as a cultural advance and as an outcome of Bible exegesis.

Analisis Kasus Putusan Sengketa Tanah Garapan Oleh Masyarakat Di Desa Kwala Bingai Kecamatan Stabat

Agricultural land disputes and resolution of certain cases based on the decision of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia Number: 123/G/2023/PTUN-MDN. Cultivated land disputes are disputes related to the use of land by local communities without the consent of the land owner or government. Case resolution is a legal process that involves legal evidence and appropriate legal interpretation. This decision regulates the settlement of agricultural land between parties managing agricultural land that has not been resolved by the government. The Supreme Court decided that the plaintiff had the right to acquire agricultural land which was considered state land, and other parties had no legal basis to acquire the agricultural land. This decision reflects the legal basis that applies to cultivated land. Land dispute resolution is a complex issue that requires careful and professional handling to avoid conflicts of interest. This study also highlights land ownership and land management issues that require further discussion.

Nutritional Screening, Initial Management and Referral for Older People with Sarcopenia or Frailty - Results from a UK-Wide Survey.

We surveyed healthcare staff working with older people to understand current practice in nutrition screening, initial management and referral for older people with sarcopenia and frailty. We conducted a UK-wide web-based survey of staff working with older people in both hospital and community settings. Surveys were distributed through professional organisation e-mail lists and social media channels. Descriptive data were generated from categorical responses and inductive thematic analysis was applied to free-text responses. Data were analysed from 169 respondents (110 hospital, 59 community), representing 99 healthcare organisations. 91 (83%) hospital respondents and 24 (41%) community respondents reported that nutrition screening was performed on all patients with sarcopenia or frailty. The Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool was most commonly used to trigger referral to dietetics teams, but there was considerable variation in management before referral, referral thresholds and referral pathways. Themes derived from free-text responses included the need for training, issues of responsibility and ownership, inadequate resources (time, staff and equipment) and ineffective or inefficient processes for referral and management. Current UK nutritional care for older people with sarcopenia and frailty is heterogeneous. There are opportunities for better tools, processes, training and resources to improve current practice and pathways.

LEGAL EFFECTS ON CONTROL OF RIGHTS TO LAND OF THE FORMER EIGENDOM VERPONDING STATE IN DISPUTES BETWEEN HEIRS THE MULLER FAMILY WITH CITIZENS OF DAGO ELOS BANDUNG

Indonesia's Basic Agrarian Law (UUPA) sets out the requirements for the conversion of verponding eigendom land, regulating the rights of Westerners to be included in the applicable land law system. Based on the UUPA, land rights must be converted until September 24 1980. However, there are still frequent claims of land ownership resulting from eigendom disputes that have not been legally resolved, which causes land disputes. Case of verponding eigendom land dispute between the heirs of the Muller Family, PT. Dago Inti Graha versus Dago Elos residents is a clear example of the complexity that can occur in land ownership issues. Since it started in 2016, this dispute has been decided four times, one of which was at the PK level with Case Register Number 109 PK/Pdt/2022. Normative juridical and analytical descriptive approaches, in legal studies and relevant legal cases are analyzed. Result: According to the provisions of UUPA and its implementing regulations, as well as Government Regulation no. 24 of 1997, if there is no land eigendom verponding convention, the land then becomes state property. Through the trial, the Panel of Judges considered that the heirs of the Muller Family had succeeded in proving that they were the legal holders of land rights, compared to the claims of Dago Elos Residents who did not have proof of ownership and that the Muller Family heirs had more complete and valid supporting documents than the Residents. Dago Elos. Based on these considerations, the judge decided that the heirs of the Muller family had stronger and more legal rights to the disputed land than the Dago Elos residents. Therefore, the legal consequences for control of disputed land are that the heirs of the Muller family have the right to register the land and obtain legal recognition of ownership of the disputed land.

A decentralized federated learning-based cancer survival prediction method with privacy protection

BackgroundSurvival prediction is one of the crucial goals in precision medicine, as accurate survival assessment can aid physicians in selecting appropriate treatment for individual patients. To achieve this aim, extensive data must be utilized to train the prediction model and prevent overfitting. However, the collection of patient data for disease prediction is challenging due to potential variations in data sources across institutions and concerns regarding privacy and ownership issues in data sharing. To facilitate the integration of cancer data from different institutions without violating privacy laws, we developed a federated learning-based data integration framework called AdFed, which can be used to evaluate patients’ survival while considering the privacy protection problem by utilizing the decentralized federated learning technology and regularization method. ResultsAdFed was tested on different cancer datasets that contain the patients’ information from different institutions. The experimental results show that AdFed using distributed data can achieve better performance in cancer survival prediction (AUC = 0.605) than the compared federated-learning-based methods (average AUC = 0.554). Additionally, to assess the biological interpretability of our method, in the case study we list 10 identified genes related to liver cancer selected by AdFed, among which 5 genes have been proved by literature review. ConclusionsThe results indicate that AdFed outperforms better than other federated-learning-based methods, and the interpretable algorithm can select biologically significant genes and pathways while ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of data.