Comprehensive Assessment Methodology Research Articles

Nature-Based Solutions vs. Human-Induced Approaches for Alpine Grassland Ecosystem: “Climate-Help” Overwhelms “Human Act” to Promote Ecological Restoration in the Three-River-Source Region of Qinghai–Tibet Plateau

How climate change and human activities drive the evolution of the regional environment and where the quality of ecosystems improve or decline over time have become widespread concerns. In this study, we took the Three-River-Source (TRS) region of the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau as a case, aiming to identify and quantify the contribution of the natural and anthropogenic factors to the ecosystem changes over the past years from 1980 to 2018 using the methods of remote sensing and spatial statistical analysis. Based on the land cover map interpreted by reference to satellite remote sensing imagery data, we defined the Ecological Restoration Area Proportion (ERAP) as the bare land patch decrement to indicate the ecologically restored quantity in space. Assembling the restoration project information, we digitalized and vectorized the ecological Restoration Intensity (RI) including the spatial range and temporal duration. Combining the ERAP and the net primary productivity (NPP), which indicates the quantity and quality of ecosystems, respectively, the ecological asset Index (EAI) was developed and calculated. Having integrated the datasets of the vegetation monitoring, climatic factors, geographical factors, and human activities, we performed multi-variable analysis of the attribution of how the change in the EAI, the NPP, and the EAI have been affected by these factors together. The NPP of the middle and eastern parts of the TRS region has improved the most, as the average growth rate of NPP reached approximately 2.5 kg C/m2/10a. Due to such dynamic pattern, we found that human-induced re-vegetation has made limited contributions in our multi-regression model as the variance explained by the RI merely amounts to 4.4% to 8.8%, while the changes were mostly dependent on the regional temperature and the precipitation which contributed over 45% to the ecological restoration on average. It was summarized that “climate-help” overwhelms “human act” in such alpine grassland ecosystem. The regression results for the different aspects of the ERAP and NPP demonstrated that the ecological restoration project helped most in regard to ecosystem quality improvement rather than the restored ecosystem quantity. Our study has developed a comprehensive assessment methodology that can be reused to account for more ecological asset. The case is an example of an alpine ecosystem in which the success of ecological restoration needs favorable climatic conditions as supporting evidence for the nature-based solution.

Methodology for comprehensive assessment of the fisheries complex enterprises' bankruptcy probability

Subject. Enterprises that are actively operating in the market are exposed to factors affecting their financial health. If the nature of the factors is negative, the enterprises will face adverse impact, like a decrease in financial stability and solvency. Objectives. The study aims at development of scientific and practical tools for information and analytical substantiation of bankruptcy probability assessment and monitoring of financial health of organizations of the fisheries complex when making management decisions. Methods. The methodological approach to assessing the probability of bankruptcy of fisheries enterprises relies on the study of multifactor models designed to predict bankruptcy. Results. The paper considers causes of bankruptcy and the influence of factors leading to loss of solvency of the enterprise, defines specific features of bankruptcy of fishing companies. We performed the analysis of financial condition of companies with 3.22.1 "Freshwater Industrial Fish Farming" core activity. On the basis of modern scientific research in the field of assessing insolvency and the probability of bankruptcy, we developed our own methodological approach for fishing companies. Conclusions. If used, the offered methodology will provide the company managers with reliable information on the possible occurrence of company's insolvency.

ОСОБЕННОСТИ ОЦЕНКИ ЭФФЕКТИВНОСТИ ИНВЕСТИЦИЙ ПРИ ЗАПУСКЕ НОВЫХ ПРОИЗВОДСТВ И РАСШИРЕНИИ СУЩЕСТВУЮЩИХ

This research focuses on substantiating the methodological peculiarities of evaluating investment efficiency in launching new productions and expanding existing ones. The theoretical aspects of investment efficiency and the traditional structure of investment activity stages are analyzed. It is established that traditionally, investment efficiency assessment is associated with economic efficiency. However, in the context of innovative development, the consideration of social, innovative, and other indicators becomes relevant.The generalization of existing indicators of investment efficiency allowed for the specification and delineation of their traditional structure from other indicators. As a result of this delineation, the necessity of including indicators reflecting the efficiency of investments in sustainable development is actualized, for example, by including social, environmental, and corporate (managerial) indicators. Specific features of evaluating investment efficiency in launching new productions and expanding existing ones in the context of sustainable development are specified. These include accounting for costs associated with changes in assortment and technological processes, the need for investment plan optimization, accounting for external effects, and others. It is determined that in the context of sustainable development, the principles of long-term investments, accounting for environmental, social, and managerial efficiency, as well as the openness of data on results, are brought to the forefront. These are also included in the list of features of conducting evaluations. The influence of these features on the conduct of investment efficiency assessment lies in the necessity to integrate traditional financial and economic indicators with new ones reflecting the principles of sustainable development. This requires developing a comprehensive assessment methodology that takes into account the specifics of a particular production, its mission, goals, and objectives. The author proposes a conceptual vision of a methodology for assessing investment efficiency in launching new productions and expanding existing ones in the context of sustainable business development. Based on the results of the conducted research, it is concluded that the development and implementation of such assessment methodologies will allow enterprises to make more informed decisions that contribute to sustainable business development and achieving long-term goals.

Дослідження взаємозв’язку показників екологічної та енергетичної ефективності на рівні країни

The world community strives to develop methods of assessing the most important factors of environmental impact, as well as to develop mechanisms for its adjustment in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to the minimum possible level. Increasing environmental efficiency should simultaneously contribute to increasing energy efficiency, which in turn can contribute to increasing the general living standard. When choosing energy-saving measures in industrial technologies, the primary fuel savings and the economic effect of the implementation of the up-to-date technologies are taken into account. This effect, as a rule, includes the cost of saved energy resources, a reduction in operating costs and a reduction in environmental tax. The ecological restrictions determined by Ukraine in the 2021 National Determined Contribution should be taken into account for forecasting primary fuel consumption. As a result, this consumption is limited by the greenhouse gas emissions, which in 2030 should not exceed 35 % compared to 1990. The purpose of the study is to upgrade the existing methodology of comprehensive assessment of energy-saving measures with new environmental restrictions and improved performance indicators based on the identification and formalization of the relationship between energy and environmental indicators. The analysis of the existing environmental indicators and regulatory environmental documents made it possible to choose the environmental indicator of specific CO2 emissions per GDP for the methodology of comprehensive assessment at the country level, to study the regression dependence between this indicator and the fuel capacity of GDP. This graphic analysis allows for determining the marginal fuel capacity of GDP in 2030, which will correspond to the accepted environmental restrictions. Thus, the method of comprehensive assessment of energy-saving measures should be developed for different hierarchical levels of the economy and take into account the marginal fuel capacity of GDP under environmental restrictions. Keywords: GDP energy intensity, specific CO2 emissions, energy efficiency indicators, ecological restrictions.

Методическая основа комплексной оценки результативности бизнес-процессов в управлении качеством предприятия

The article explains the specifics of forming a methodology for the comprehensive assessment of key perfor-mance indicators of business processes in quality management. The relevance of the study is due to the fact that the existing methods of foreign and domestic scientists for calculating and evaluating business process indicators do not affect their relationship with the quality management of enterprises and do not describe the procedure for their automation. In addition, the author argues for the methodology of comprehensive assess-ment of key performance indicators of business processes of the quality management system, consisting of several stages: identification of processes, determination of their performance, expert evaluation of indicators, carrying out calculations according to specified formulas. An example of automating the calculation of key per-formance indicators of the business process “monitoring and measurement” of an industrial enterprise is pre-sented. This methodology allows to consider the strengths and weaknesses of the enterprise’s business pro-cesses for further development of corrective action plans to improve the quality management system.

Methodology for Assessing the Digital Transformation of Libraries

Due to the paucity of comprehensive studies in the field of library digitalization, a brief description of the methodology for assessing the digital transformation (DT) of libraries is presented. The problem is considered according to various components. Domestic and foreign approaches to the study of the level of DT are described. The stages of assessing the level of digital maturity of libraries (analysis of the socio-professional background of digital maturity, functional benchmarking of digital maturity of specific libraries, intellectual data analysis and replication of best practices, data-driven sectoral management with the use of artificial intelligence and revision of regulations) are substantiated. The levels of digital maturity of libraries (readiness for DT, activity of DT, innovativeness of DT) have been defined. The aim of the study is to develop a methodology for comprehensive assessment of libraries’ digital maturity at the general and corporate levels, and to propose tools for assessing the level of digital maturity of specific libraries. Recommendations for processing the results obtained using modern software and hardware tools are given. For the first time a formula for quantitative assessment of digital maturity of libraries using indices is proposed. The presented variant of the matrix for assessing digital maturity of technological processes includes the main library processes as components of digital maturity and expands the understanding of functional benchmarking aimed at comparing the results of digital maturity of specific libraries.Based on the study, the following conclusions are drawn. 1. To manage DT, it is necessary to organize continuous monitoring of digital maturity of libraries, i.e. their readiness for DT, activity of DT, innovativeness of DT expressed in criteria and indicators agreed with the professional community. 2. The results of monitoring should become an important component of management decision-making based on digital data (data-driven approach) and forecasting of both positive and negative trends as a result of intelligent data analysis. 3. The analysis of the digital maturity level of libraries will make it possible to create appropriate rankings, as well as dashboards (interactive visualisation dashboards), which have increased visibility, decision-making power and motivate libraries to achieve goals in DT.

Тенденції основних предикторів вагітності високого ризику

The sustainable development of the society of any country is largely determined by the health of pregnant women, which determines the viability and health of the offspring at all stages of ontogenesis. Purpose - to conduct an analysis, change trends, and an integrated assessment (IA) of the main predictors of high-risk pregnancy (HRP) in Ukraine in 2010-2021. Materials and methods. A comprehensive retrospective analysis, a general characterization of the dynamics and regional features of the integral assessment of the main predictors of HRP based on the data of the State Statistics Service of Ukraine and the Medical Statistics Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, was carried out. Structured by individual components of the IA of the main predictors of HRP, it was carried out according to the generally accepted methodology of comprehensive assessment of the health status of the population based on integral indicators. The interpretation of the results of IA was based on the fact that the higher the integral indicator, the greater the risk of developing HRP. The methods of a systemic approach, structural-logical, epidemiological analysis were used. mathematical, modeling. Results. Analytical data show that in recent years in Ukraine, the levels of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality have remained high despite a multidirectional trend, a significant part of which could have been prevented by identifying and minimizing predictors of HRP. The analysis of the state of the main predictors of the development of HRP revealed high levels of the birth rate of young (5.21‰) and older (7.86 ‰) women with an increase in their total contribution to the total birth rate from 9.5% in 2010 to 16.29% in 2021, the rate of growth is 71.5%, insufficient with a negative trend of coverage of pregnant women by dispensary supervision and examination by a therapist (90.7% in 2010 and 87.82% in 2021, the rate of loss is 3.9% and 90.83%, 89.51% and 9.9% respectively). During this period, the frequency of diseases and complications of the gestational period remains high - anemia (26.4% in 2010, 24.75% in 2021, growth rate - 6.5%), diseases of the circulatory system (6.2-6.34% and 2.3%), diseases of the genitourinary system (14.05-14.03% and -2.4%), diabetes (0.17-0.96% and 452.9%), diseases of the thyroid gland (9.65, 9.2% and 1.76%), preeclampsia and eclampsia (2.31-2.1% and -9.1%), preeclampsia (6.65-6.7% and 0.8%) and venous complications (2.84-4.98% and 69.0%). The complex IA of the main predictors of HRP was carried out by dividing the regions into 3 groups - the Group I with a high risk of IA development (IA - 131.1-111.9%), the Group II with an average risk of IA development (106.5-92.0%) and the III group with a lower than average risk of HRP development (89.6-60.3%). The city of Kyiv is included in the 1st group of regions that require a detailed study and correction of the determinants of HRP, Vinnytsia, Poltava, Dnipropetrovsk, Kyiv, Chernihiv and Chernivtsi, to the 2nd group of regions with an average risk of developing HRP, that require strengthening of individual components of medical and social care for pregnant women - Volyn, Mykolaiv, Donetsk, Rivne, Kharkiv, Lviv, Zhytomyr, Cherkasy, Khmelnytskyi and Transcarpathian regions. Conclusions. The toolkit of IA of the main determinants of HRP has been developed, that makes it possible to provide an objective assessment of them as a whole and by individual components across regions and timely identification of problems that require intervention. No conflict of interests was declared by the authors.

Assessment of self-injurious behavior in major depressive disorder: a case report

Introduction: Self-harm and depression are two related mental health issues that often co-occur and can have serious impacts on individuals and their well-being. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a complex and multifaceted mental health condition that is prevalent among young adults. It is a significant public health concern that affects individuals, families and society as a whole, contributing to considerable social, economic, and health-related costs. Despite the high prevalence of depression in young adults, there is a lack of understanding of its etiology, risk factors, and optimal treatment strategies. Self-harm behavior is a concerning manifestation of MDD that can have serious consequences, including injury, infection, or even death. Methods: In this article, we report a case of an MDD patient with self-harm behavior and discuss the assessment method and treatment options. Our aim is to raise awareness of these pathologies among psychiatrists and the general population and to highlight the importance of early diagnosis and effective treatment in reducing the risk of self-harm behavior and suicide. Conclusion: In light of the case presented, it is evident that early detection and targeted intervention are crucial in mitigating the risk of self-injurious behavior in MDD patients. The utilization of a comprehensive assessment methodology, inclusive of a thorough review of the patient’s clinical history and utilization of standardized rating scales, proved indispensable in the tailoring of an individualized treatment regimen. The amalgamation of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy proved to be a successful strategy in the amelioration of depressive symptoms and consequent self-harm behavior. As such, we trust that this case report will serve to sensitize clinicians to the importance of early identification and prompt management of these pathologies, in the quest for enhanced mental health outcomes.

Comprehensively evaluating the quality consistency of Forsythia suspensa by five-wavelength mean fusion fingerprint profiling combined with spectrum quantum fingerprint and antioxidant activity

The objective of this study was to provide a comprehensive assessment methodology for the quality control of Forsythia suspensa (FS).

Implementation and Evaluation of Dynamic Task Allocation for Human–Robot Collaboration in Assembly

Human–robot collaboration is becoming increasingly important in industrial assembly. In view of high cost pressure, resulting productivity requirements, and the trend towards human-centered automation in the context of Industry 5.0, a reasonable allocation of individual assembly tasks to humans or robots is of central importance. Therefore, this article presents a new approach for dynamic task allocation, its integration into an intuitive block-based process planning framework, and its evaluation in comparison to both manual assembly and static task allocation. For evaluation, a systematic methodology for comprehensive assessment of task allocation approaches is developed, followed by a corresponding user study. The results of the study show for the dynamic task allocation on the one hand a higher fluency in the human–robot collaboration with good adaptation to process delays, and on the other hand a reduction in the cycle time for assembly processes with sufficiently high degrees of parallelism. Based on the study results, we draw conclusions regarding assembly scenarios in which manual assembly or collaborative assembly with static or dynamic task allocation is most appropriate. Finally, we discuss the implications for process planning when using the proposed task allocation framework.

Game-Based Learning: Enhancing Student Experience, Knowledge Gain, and Usability in Higher Education Programming Courses

Contributions: This article presents a large-scale study which investigates students’ reaction to game-based learning as part of programming courses. The study focuses on knowledge acquisition, learner experience, and game usability. Background: Despite the rapid growth of the information and communication technologies (ICTs) sector, the lack of engagement with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects and high dropout rates in computer science and engineering majors is linked directly to the large number of unfilled vacancies in the ICT employment market. To tackle one of the underlying causes for this crisis, (i.e., traditional teaching paradigms struggle to attract students to rather abstract and difficult STEM subjects such as programming), innovative technology-enhanced learning solutions are sought. Intended Outcomes: A set of serious games were proposed and designed to promote students’ understanding of programming concepts, improve their confidence, stimulate their interest in STEM and increase engagement with the courses through vivid and appealing scenarios. Application Design: Targeting undergraduate and postgraduate students, the games focused on several key programming topics. They were designed to visualize the programming concepts in illustrative and entertaining scenarios. A comprehensive assessment methodology which includes surveys, observations, and interviews was employed to investigate the impact of the games. Findings: The results show that by using the games in the teaching and learning process all the students have benefited, although differently based on their location, educational backgrounds, and game played. The impact of detailed demographic aspects, such as participants’ use of technology, their initial attitude toward school, and learning STEM on the results needs further study.

A comprehensive assessment of the aggregate fiscal sustainability of subnational heavily subsidized budgets

Subject. This article tests the author-developed methodology for assessing the level of aggregate fiscal sustainability of high-subsidized budgets at the subnational level of Russia. Objectives. The article aims to determine the level of aggregate fiscal sustainability and stability of high-subsidized budgets at the subnational level of Russia and identify the features of such sustainability in the process of functioning of the mechanism of inter-budgetary regulation and fiscal equalization. Methods. For the study, I used the methods of time series, comparison and collation, grouping, logical generalization, and the ratio analysis. Results. The article presents a rating of stability of high-subsidized budgets of the subjects of Russia, compiled on the basis of an assessment of the aggregate budgetary stability of five groups of indicators. The article also reveals the systematic verticalization and centralization of the system of inter-budgetary regulation in relation to high-subsidized regions. Conclusions and Relevance. Applying the methodology of comprehensive assessment of the sustainability of high-subsidized budgets made it possible to identify the problematic aspects of the budgetary state of regional finances. This can be used by the executive authorities, namely the financial ones, in order to analyze the state of the subnational budgets of the country's budget system. Also, this technique can be used in determining the volume of inter-budgetary transfers to equalize the budget provision in relation to the high-subsidized budgets of the regions of Russia. This can help increase the level of per capita budgeting of depressed subjects of the country.

Soil health assessment in the Yangtze River Delta of China: Method development and application in orchards

Soil health is universally acknowledged to be an integrative tool in revealing soil degradation and agro-ecosystem health, and it has been the focus of many national investigations to find a compromise between the increase of human demands in urbanization and the conservation of agricultural soils. Based on the soil survey database of the Yangtze River Delta Region in China, including 66 soil samples collected from 22 representative orchards and 20 soil indicators analyzed for each sample, this study made a preliminary attempt to determine a minimum data set (MDS) of 10 sensitive indicators by factor analysis, to calculate weights and establish scoring function curves respectively, and a localized comprehensive assessment methodology of soil health was successfully developed and applied in orchards with organic, green and conventional management practices in Shanghai, China. The results indicated that, the rankings of soil health index (SHI) were generally organic>green>conventional, and 95% of the orchards were rated as the grades of moderate (40−60) to better (60−80). The SHI in green orchards with different cultivation durations followed the pattern of gradual increase over 5 years. The improvement of soil fertility, soil aggregation structure and soil bio-community were crucial to improve soil health, prevent soil degradation and promote soil sustainability in this region, particularly under the circumstance of encouraging green agriculture development.

HUDUDLARDA AGROTURISTIK SALOHIYATNI BAHOLASH USLUBIYATINI TAKOMILLASHTIRISH

Tourism, as a rapidly developing and highly profitable sector of the economy, plays an important role in the development of regions, and is a source of income at the local and regional levels. Assessment of the agro-tourism potential, which forms the grounds for tourism business in regions, determines characteristics and composition of the regional agro-tourism product, shapes new tourist destinations, and priority areas of investment policy in rural areas. This article summarizes methods for assessing the agro-tourism potential in rural areas, based on the need for comprehensive assessment. The concept of «tourist potential», factors influencing its forming and evaluation parameters have also been studied. Advantages of agro-tourism from the point of view of social perception have been highlighted. The stages of assessing the tourist and recreational potential and agro-tourism attractiveness of a region have been presented. The methodology for comprehensive assessment of the development of agro-tourism in administrative districts has been studied based on a classification of indicators that reflect the level of agro-tourism potential according to the Sturges criterion, with an account of specifics and competitive traits of regions. The use of generalized methods enables unbiased assessment of the potential of agro-tourism, taking into account specific features of each region.

Copula-based geohazard assessment – case of flood-prone area in Poland

Study regionUpper Nysa Kłodzka River (NKR) catchment, Poland Study focusFloods are one of the most important geohazards, because they can cause negative consequences for human health and life, environment, cultural heritage, economic activity and infrastructure. This study presents a comprehensive assessment methodology of the summer (rainfall-driven) flood hazard applying a probabilistic approach. The research considers interdependencies between flood characteristics (peak flow and flood wave volume) and their relations with the cumulative rainfall recorded before flood events in the upper NKR catchment, one of the most flood-prone areas in Poland. The research is based on daily values of rainfall and river flow for the warm half-year (i.e. from the 1st May to the 31st October) in the multi-annual period 1971–2019. New hydrological insights for the regionThe research allowed to formulate the spatio-temporal rules and dependencies between significant floods characteristics and rainfall, e.g. in terms of the coincidence of flood waves occurrence along the main water course and its tributaries. The research contributes to solving flood management issues in concentric river systems in mountainous areas, such as the upper NKR catchment.

Development and appropriateness of a scoring method for International Classification of Functioning, Disabilities, and Health assessment in older patients with heart failure: a Delphi survey of expert panel in Japan

ObjectiveThe number of older patients with heart failure (HF) is increasing in Japan and has become a social problem. There is an urgent need to develop a comprehensive assessment methodology...

MODELING THE MECHANISM FOR MANAGING THE REGION’S COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES

The article presents a theoretical approach to the process of managing the region’s competitiveness. An enlarged scheme of the mechanism for managing the competitiveness of Ukrainian regions is proposed, which allows interaction of elements of the regional competitiveness management system, as well as achieving a high level of socio-economic development of territories. The economic content is revealed and a comparative analysis of the interpretations of the concept of «regional competitiveness» is carried out. The concept of competitive potential of the region has been supplemented and clarified. It is determined what is meant by the competitiveness of the region, and what criteria underlie this category. The elements of the formed Regional Competitiveness management mechanism are studied in detail, which include: collecting information, conducting an assessment, identifying competitive advantages and «weaknesses», developing a regional development strategy, implementing a management decision and evaluating the results of implementation. A comparative analysis of methods for assessing the competitiveness of regions of domestic and foreign authors is carried out, on the basis of which similarities and differences are identified. The similarity of the considered methods lies in the unity of the object of research. Differences were identified in the following areas: the information base of the study; the number of indicators (indicators) underlying the assessment; and the methods used in the analysis process. It is determined that now there is a need to develop a comprehensive assessment methodology adapted to the conditions of a particular region.

On the issue of effectiveness of the oil production electrical equipment repairs management with a strategy for technical condition

PURPOSE. To consider aspects of solving the complex problem of reasonable choice and assignment of the repair management strategy for the equipment of power supply systems of oil production consumers according to the actual technical condition. To form a methodology for assessing the comparative effectiveness of repair management strategies: «By frequency, running hours» and «By technical condition». To verify the performance of the integrated methodology. Justify and demonstrate the effectiveness of the repair management strategy: «By technical condition» of the equipment on the real example of the typical scheme of the electrical supply system of oil fields.METHODS. In solving the problems set: the method of block diagrams for calculating the structural reliability of electric distribution network, including the probabilities of power supply failure in the circuit of each technological consumer, taking into account the possibility of redundancy and imposing an emergency restoration of the main element on the planned repair of the reserve, the method of hierarchy analysis for integral assessment of the actual technical condition of electrical equipment 6 (10) kV, method of calculating the mathematical expectation of damage from technological losses of oil production to assess the severity of the consequences of disruption of electricity supply to consumers of oil production, the method of expert decisions to adjust the regulatory periodicity and frequency of scheduled repairs of equipment, depending on the actual value of technical condition index.RESULTS. The relevance of the research direction is substantiated. Computational methodology of comprehensive assessment of comparative efficiency of equipment repair management strategies in oilfield power supply system «By frequency, running hours» and «By technical condition» to justify the priority of one of them has been formed. On a concrete computational example the preference of strategy choice «By technical condition» is proved as applied to the equipment of 6(10) kV power supply systems of oil fields.CONCLUSION. The developed methodology and its validation on the example of a real power supply system allows to substantiate and illustrate the effectiveness of the strategy «By technical condition» in comparison with the strategy: «By frequency, running hours» in relation to the management of repairs of oil production facilities.

Profile of cognitive impairment in late-stage Parkinson's disease.

IntroductionThe profile of cognitive impairment associated with the late stages of Parkinson's disease (LSPD) is rarely reported. Its characterization is necessary to better understand the cognitive changes that occur as the disease progresses and to better contribute to its management.MethodsIn this cross‐sectional study, we characterized the cognitive profile of LSPD patients using the comprehensive assessment methodology proposed by the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society Task Force. The association of clinical and demographic variables with dementia diagnosis was also investigated using binary logistic regression analysis.ResultsEighty‐four LSPD patients were included (age 75.4 ± 6.9; disease duration 16.9 ± 7.5). Fifty‐four (64.3%) were classified as demented and presented a global impairment cognitive profile. In the nondemented group (N = 30), 25 (83.3%) LSPD patients met the diagnostic criteria for mild cognitive impairment, mostly with multiple domain impairment (96.0%) and a heterogeneous profile. Memory was the most frequent and severely impaired cognitive domain in both groups. Disease disability, orientation, complex order comprehension, verbal learning, and visuoconstructive abilities were significantly associated with dementia diagnosis (p < .05).ConclusionsCognitive impairment in multiple domains was common in LSPD patients. The most frequent and prominent deficits were in the memory domain, with a strong interference from attention impairment. Disease disability, orientation, complex order comprehension, verbal learning, and visuoconstructive abilities proved to be important determinants for dementia diagnosis.

On methodology of comprehensive assessment of ecological state of Ufa city

In Russia, all the regions are initially considered economically and socially complex systems that develop along the path of a huge set of conditions and processes arising in the internal and external environment. In my opinion, these types of processes should include limitations and resource opportunities, various changes in society, areas of development of the institutional area of the formation of environmental factors, processes and phenomena in the production of non-material, as well as, most importantly, of a material nature. It should be noted that the main and most important basis of the material base studied by me is the economic structure of the regional ecological system of the region, which to a greater extent characterizes stability and its ability to dynamically develop, improve the region as a whole, and its individual territories in particular, through the identification of the input flow and the values and results obtained at the output. It is important to focus attention on the fact that all economic and ecological systems in the process of their development at various stages of evolution are predominantly of the inertial type, which indicates the lack of development of a scientifically based system characterizing these states. In this regard, there are many global issues, both from a scientific point of view and from a practice-oriented direction. Thus, the author in this article examines the issues of methodological analysis and critical criteria explanation of the methodology of comprehensive assessment of the ecological state of the city of Ufa of the Republic of Bashkortostan in its close relationship with economic systems and structures.