National Problem Research Articles

Utilization of the heat from combustion of water for the heating process in water desalination

The volume of municipal waste has become a national problem so far, so a solution is needed to reduce the waste problem. One solution to reduce the volume of municipal waste is to burn waste. However, the combustion needs to be designed to take advantage of the heat generated by combustion. In this study, the process of burning waste with various types of waste materials was carried out. The heat of burning waste is used to evaporate 1 liter of seawater and the seawater vapor is cooled to produce distilled water. The volume of distilled water and the precipitated salt were weighed. The results of the research from the variation of 6 types of waste materials obtained that the type of clothing waste material gave the fastest time, which was 43.75 minutes, the amount of distilled water was 931 ml, and salt deposited as much as 30 grams. The test results on distilled water showed that almost all parameters met the requirements of drinking water and obtained a salt content of 84%. Further processing by adjusting the hardness is needed to process distilled water into clean water and the addition of iodine can be considered to produce iodized salt.

Why Renewable Energy Gained Attention and Demand Globally?

Energy security and stable supply are the most important aspects for any nation. The rising need for energy, caused by both population growth and economic activity, is a problem for many nations throughout the world. Consequently, they have to find a way to meet energy demand while also making sure it is inexpensive and sustainable. The use of renewable energy has gradually become one that is being given a lot of attention since it does not cause any harm to the environment. On the other hand, renewable energy is gaining popularity for a variety of different reasons. A paradigm shift toward renewable resources is relevant, as they have the ability to lessen reliance on fossil fuels and decrease environmental consequences; this article will provide several reasons why renewable energy is attracting attention on a global scale. Indeed, renewable energy is plentiful, clean, and might one day provide all of our energy needs. A country's carbon footprint and reliance on fossil fuels may be reduced by investing in renewable energy sources. In addition, there are several health and environmental problems associated with air and water pollution; nevertheless, renewable energy may assist decrease these problems.

The synthesis of nanosilver and carbamat to control of Anopheles in malaria endemic areas

Malaria is a national and global problem that really needs attention and Indonesia is the second highest country with the highest number of cases 304,607 in 2021. The use of insecticides at inappropriate doses causes resistance to targets. The aim of this study was to analyze the toxicity of silver nanoparticles to adult Anopheles mosquitoes in malaria endemic areas as well as to determine the lethal concentration (LC50) and to project effectiveness in the lifetime. This research is experimental and uses a post-treatment with control design which was carried out in 4 stages from 2019-2022, which includes laboratory scale tests (2019), field laboratory scale tests (2020), ecological endemic area scale tests (2021), and lifetime tests (2022). Calculation of LC50 in nanosilver toxicity 5965 mg/l and Calculation of life time projections produces the formula Y=(-) 0.012Ln(X)+0.6933. Absorption of silver nanoparticles into the bodies of Anopheles sp. occurs through the spiracles and attacks the Ache enzyme in the central nervous system thereby stopping the working system of the mosquito which will then die. Nanosilver is a very effective herbal insecticide used as an effort to control malaria cases in endemic areas with the right dose and method. For life time, a dose of 1500 mg/l nanosilver effectively kills 74% of adult Anopheles sp mosquitoes on day 32 and it is projected that on 1 year the efficacy of nanomaterials still has an efficacy of 62%).

Этапы большого пути, или Отечественная философия языка второй половины ХХ — начала ХХI века

The article presents the results of the analysis of domestic paradigms of the philosophy of language of the second half of the twentieth – early 21st century. The processes of sequential construction and deconstruction of a series of domestic paradigms of the twentieth century are shown — the ‘new doctrine of language’ (Japhetic theory) (1923–1950), the inter-paradigm period (1950–1956), the ‘new Marxist linguistics’ (1957–1993) and the post–paradigm period (the end of the 90s of the twentieth century – the first quarter of the XXI century). Science is pushed forward not only by the discovery of new facts, but also a new look at old facts. The philosophical, political, national and linguistic problems faced by the government and scientific processes in the twentieth century are described in connection with various aspects of the life of Soviet and post-Soviet society, primarily with language policy. The appeal to the history of the philosophy of language in Russia is intended to help realize the internal logic and continuity of the development of the modern linguistic political culture of the country.

Development of a solution search method using a combined bio-inspired algorithm

The object of the study is decision support systems. The subject of the study is the decision-making process in management problems using a combined bio-inspired algorithm, consisting of: – the improved wolf optimization algorithm and the improved sparrow search algorithm – for solving optimization problems regarding the object state; – an advanced genetic algorithm – for selecting the best agents in flocks; – an advanced training method – for deep training of agents to improve the optimization characteristics of agents. A solution search method using an improved bio-inspired algorithm is proposed. The method has the following sequence of actions: – input of initial data; – initialization of the search for a flock of sparrows and its parameters; – ranking and selection of sparrow agents using an advanced genetic algorithm; – updating the sparrow location for the discoverer; – checking the conditions for updating the position of sparrows; – initialization of additional search parameters; − running the gray wolf optimization algorithm; – training agents’ knowledge bases; – determining the amount of necessary computing resources of the intelligent decision support system. The originality of the proposed method lies in the combined use of bio-inspired algorithms, setting agents taking into account the uncertainty of the initial data, advanced global and local search procedures. The method makes it possible to increase the efficiency of data processing at the level of 19 % using additional improved procedures. The proposed method should be used to solve the problems of evaluating complex and dynamic processes in the interest of solving national security problems

Allelopathic Potential of Aqueous Extracts of Wild Sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsl.) A. Gray) and Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) for Controling Weeds and Enhancing Yield of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp)

Cowpea is an important grain legume in Sri Lanka. Approximately 53–60% of yield losses in cowpea cultivation are attributed to weeds. Chemical weed control (herbicide), is one of the method in weed control in cowpea. Import of herbicide have been prohibited recently since of government policy and the nation's economic problems. As a result, it's critical to identify other suitable alternatives. In this context, a field experiment was conducted to study the effect of aqueous extract of wild sunflower and sorghum on weed control, growth and yield of cowpea. The experiment consisting of five weed control treatments viz T1 (aqueous extract of wild sunflower; 12 L ha-1 ,T2 (aqueous extract of sorghum; 12 L ha-1), T3 (combined application of both wild sunflower and sorghum aqueous extract in a 1:1 ratio; 6+6 L ha-1), T4 (hand weeding), and T5 (unweeded check-control) was conducted in Randomized Complete Block Design with four replication in the crop farm of Eastern University, Sri Lanka.. The experiment was conducted from September to November 2022. Hand weeding was done on 21 and 42 DAS while application of aqueous extracts were done on 2, 21, and 35 DAS. Minitab 17 software was used for the statistical analysis, and Tukey's test was used to compare the treatment means. The results revealed that the different weed control treatments had a substantial (P<0.05) impact on weed population & dry weight, growth and yield of cowpea. When compared to the control, hand weeding was found to be most effective to control weeds followed by combined application of aqueous extracts from wild sunflower and sorghum Hand weeding and the combined application of aqueous extracts significantly reduced the number of weeds by 82.98 and 54.39%, respectively. Further, the hand weeding and combined application of extract significantly enhanced yield by 45.09% and 62.85% respectively in comparison to the control (unweeded check). According to the study's findings, it can be concluded that under the condition of Sri Lanka, combined application of aqueous extracts was proved to be more remunerative and sustainable alternate option for weed control in cowpea crop.

Residents’ Attitudes, Behaviour, and Willingness to Recycle E-waste in Brunei Darussalam

Today, the electronics industry is the largest and fastest-growing manufacturing sector in the world. The rapid expansion of this industry coupled with the brief product lifespan generates an enormous amount of e-waste. Increasing amounts of waste from the electronics industry pose a significant problem for many lower-middle income nations today. For proper disposal and routing of e-waste, consumer cognizance plays a crucial role in directing e-waste to its authorised collection centres and authorised recyclers. Financial constraints, inadequate storage facilities and information on e-waste, lack of awareness on the impacts of e-waste, the absence of rules and regulations, and the lack of an appropriate description of roles and responsibilities pertaining to e-waste management, among other factors, may be impeding e-waste management. In this research, a primary survey is conducted to determine consumers’ awareness and preferences regarding the disposal of electronic waste. The survey was conducted in Brunei Darussalam with 351 consumers using a structured questionnaire. This survey questionnaire’s demographic profile includes gender, age group, employment status, household size, and income range. Knowledge of e-waste, awareness of e-waste, willingness to recycle, and consumer preference regarding the appropriate disposal and management of e-waste were identified using exploratory factor analysis. The study reveals that 57.3% of respondents comprehend the definition of e-waste, with 89.9% of respondents using a mobile phone daily and 86.6% using a computer daily. 58.1% of respondents do not know what to do with their e-waste, so the majority retain it at home. The primary concern regarding e-waste disposal is a lack of knowledge about recycling facilities. Approximately 66% of respondents are willing to pay between BND $ 1 - 10 for the disposal or recycling of e-waste, and 38% are willing to travel between 1 and 5 kilometers for disposal or recycling. 76% of respondents concurred that the government should subsidise e-waste disposal. By comprehending attitudes, behaviour, and willingness to recycle e-waste, a comprehensive e-waste management policy can be formulated.

Registered Nurses' Well-Being, Michigan, 2022.

Objectives. To examine nurses' well-being and identify individual and workplace factors associated with adverse outcomes. Methods. We administered an e-mail survey to registered nurses in Michigan in March 2022. Outcomes included the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory-Exhaustion scale, self-harm thoughts (yes/no), and overall wellness on a 0 to 10 visual analog scale. Covariates included practice environment, psychological safety, workplace abuse, staffing adequacy, stress coping strategies, and demographics. We examined associations between covariates and exhaustion, thoughts of self-harm (both via logistic regression), and overall wellness (via linear regression). Results. Among surveyed nurses, 93.63% reported significant exhaustion, 9.88% reported self-harm thoughts, and the mean (SD) overall wellness score was 6.2 (2.3). Factors associated with exhaustion included inadequate staffing, lower psychological safety, and younger age. Factors associated with self-harm thoughts included recent workplace physical abuse and younger age. Factors associated with higher wellness scores included employer support, favorable practice environments, higher job satisfaction, and positive coping strategies. Conclusions. Negative well-being outcomes were prevalent among registered nurses and were associated with correctable workplace deficits. Nurses' well-being is a national public health problem that warrants comprehensive interventions at individual, workplace, and community levels. (Am J Public Health. 2024;114(S2):S180-S188. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2023.307376).

Исследование предиктивных схем управления функционированием организационно-технических систем

Organizational and technical systems are the most common tool for solving national economic problems. However, due to the personnel included in them, they are characterized by stochastic behavior, which raises the issue of developing their probabilistic model. On the other hand, the probabilistic apparatus is a tool for forecasting future phenomena and situations and therefore a mechanism for its use in predictive (forecast) management is needed. For this purpose, the work uses the first probabilistic approximation in the form of a Markov process and its description by the Fokker–Planck–Kolmogorov equation. The purpose of the study is to formulate and solve optimal control problems with probabilistic control quality criteria for a tracking predictive control scheme, as well as to develop a mechanism for metasystem switching of mo¬dels in the case of an adaptive scheme with a predictive model in the control loop. Materials and methods. Based on the analysis of scientific ideas and methodological approaches in predictive management of domestic and foreign authors, as well as mathematical methods and models, two schemes for implementing predictive management were selected to improve the efficiency of the functioning of organizational and technical systems: tracking schemes and adaptive management. Results. The optimal control problem was solved using two methods: Pontryagin's maximum principle and Bellman's principle of dynamic programming. It is shown that in the first case there is a convex upward strategy for achieving the target value of the controlled value with a maximizing approach, and in the second case the result is a convex downward strategy used for the optimal consumption of management resources. In addition, for another predictive control scheme – adaptive with a predictive model in the loop, the effectiveness of using the strategy of metasystem switching of models with the formulation and solution of six metasystem problems has been proven. Conclusion. The proposed approach can be used when designing management systems in organizational and technical systems and choosing behavior strategies in difficult market conditions when solving problems of their development.

The Russian Orthodox Church in the system of socio-political interaction during the Great Patriotic War (using the example of the Penza region)

The transformation of the practices of state-confessional interaction during the Great Patriotic War is considered on an analysis of the office documentation of the Council for the Affairs of the Russian Orthodox Church under the Council of People’s Commissars of the USSR. The research methodology is based on the concept of social constructionism or the theory of constructing social reality, as well as new local history, which allows to study the factors and mechanisms of adaptation of the All-Union Communist Party (Bolsheviks) to the new geopolitical situation and the tasks of socio-political integration on the scale of a specific region – the Penza region. The content and regional specifics of the activities of the Commissioner for the Affairs of the Russian Orthodox Church are revealed. The key areas of activity are: consideration of petitions of believers to open churches and participation of the priesthood in mobilization activities of the authorities. Despite many years of atheistic policies, persecution and repression of the clergy, the population of the Penza region demonstrated the strength of the religious foundation of regional identity. This was more significant compared with ideological constructs imposed from the outside. During the Great Patriotic War, relations between believers and authorities were built in the direction from the suppression of religious life to the very effective inclusion of parish communities in solving national problems. Appeals from believers to open churches became increasingly widespread and persistent. Under the influence of growing religiosity and divinely sanctioned changes in the legal status of the Russian Orthodox Church, local authorities adopted new rules of the game. Governance practices are also gradually changing, and a constructive dialogue is being built in the triad: the commissioner as a representative of the state – the diocesan administration – the parish communities.

Detection of Stunting in Toddlers at Posyandu Mawar IV Dusun Kalongan Kulon, Papahan, Tasikmadu, Karanganyar

The problem of stunting is still a national problem in Indonesia, so good efforts are needed to reduce the stunting rate in Indonesia. Stunting is a chronic nutritional problem caused by insufficient nutritional intake in the first 1000 days of life (HPK). Stunted toddlers will have less height compared to their age. Based on the results of the 2021 Indonesian Nutritional Status Study (SSGI), the prevalence of stunting among toddlers in Indonesia according to height-for-age results reached 24.4%. Impaired growth and development is a serious problem for developed and developing countries in the world. Growth can be seen from body weight, height and head circumference, LILA, while development can be seen from motor, social and emotional abilities, language abilities and cognitive abilities. The aim is to detect stunting in children under five according to age stages based on gender with TB so that growth is monitored and children do not experience obstacles. The results of the activities of 63 toddlers were 37 toddlers (58.7%) female, 26 toddlers (41.3%) male, most of the toddlers had nutritional status based on PB/U or TB/U in the normal category, 59 toddlers (93.8%). %) and there are 2 toddlers (3.1%) in the very short category (severely stunted), 2 toddlers (3.1%) in the short category (stunted).

Perception of modern technologies by the older generation: comparative analysis

This article discusses the empirical research results devoted to the study of the older generation attitude to modern technologies: fears, expectations, and motivation to use such technologies. The obtained results are interpreted through a humanistic paradigm, in which technologies are considered as a tool for realising human potential, in particular, the potential of the older age group. In the course of the study, a comparative analysis was conducted by gender and age groups. The main conclusions drawn from the scientific work results are as follows. Firstly, it is the older generation that assumes the role of “technological optimists”, unlike younger and middle-aged people who have more concerns about the development of information technology. This applies both to everyday life and to the national problems of the increment of scientific knowledge. Secondly, the older generation noticeably need the humanistic aspect of technology more. This includes distrust of full automation, for example, driverless cars, as well as the need for a tutor and mentor when mastering new technologies. At the same time, it is the elderly generation that expresses the greatest trust in people around them. Thirdly, in many respects, the older generation has more similarities in their expectations and preferences with the younger age group than with those who are closer to them in age.

Analisis Kejadian Anemia Pada Ibu Hamil di Puskesmas Kampili Kabupaten Gowa

Anemia in pregnancy is a national problem because it reflects the socio-economic welfare values of society, and has a huge influence on the quality of human resources. The high incidence of anemia in pregnant women is very worrying because it can have a negative impact on mothers during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. The factors that influence the incidence of anemia are lack of nutrients, apart from that, education and maternal parity are closely related to the incidence of anemia. The aim of this study was to obtain information about anemia in pregnant women focusing on education, parity, maternal age and gestational age. This type of research is descriptive, namely to find out the general picture of the incidence of anemia in pregnant women, where the information is obtained from the results of medical records at the Kampili Community Health Center. Overall the population was 1090 and a sample of 375 pregnant women who experienced anemia were obtained. The results of the study concluded that the average education level of mothers who experienced anemia was mothers with a low education parity of more than 4, the mother's age was under 20 years and the gestational age was in the second trimester.

Study of Thermal and Physical Mechanic Properties of CEB-reused PET

Introduction Currently, housing is a necessity in Mexico, considered a national problem that must be addressed through adequate housing proposals. The earth is a material that has worked since ancient times to produce structural elements, presenting advantages mainly in the areas near the site where housing is required due to availability as well as use strategies. On the other hand, it is known that the continuous increase of waste derived from polymers such as PET requires reuse strategies to reduce the environmental impact. Materials and Methods This paper, it is presents the analysis of compressed earth bricks with soil from Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico, which has been produced dosed and undipped with PET shrapnel obtained from reused waste, characterizing its mechanical and thermal properties in addition to electron microscopy and scanning analysis tests. Results From the results obtained, it is observed that there is a 5% reduction in the mechanical resistance to compression, but without a significant difference in water absorption. Thermal diffusivity is also greatly improved. Conclusion Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) analysis results show that high compression can compact PET back to its original shape by removing stress, which can produce micro-cracks, which explains the compressive strength changes.

Ukrainian Identity of Vasyl Stus: the Concept of “Freedom” in the Movie “Prohibited”

Historical reactualization is a hallmark of the biofiction genre and a modern aesthetic tendency in art, that revolves around the reflection of political and social processes, which affect the common man of the 21st century. The scientific problem is the interpretation of history in art, the use of biography as a creative material in cinema and literature, the formation of reliable historical memory of Ukrainians, the debunking of "myths", overcoming post-colonial Ukrainian thinking, raising the issue of the consequences of ethnolinguistic nationalism. The aim is the underlining of the concepts “Freedom” and “Safety” in the film “Prohibited” 2019, the interpretation of the evolution Vasyl Stus artistic image in the biofiction “Prohibited” from “Unfreedom” to “Freedom” through “Danger”, the understanding of the conflict individual / power : artist / crowd. I propose to sharpen attention around the problem of ethnolinguistic nationalism through the mental conflict “Ukrainian” / “Russian”, in which the historical memory of the Ukrainian ethnos is revealed as an intellectual aspiration influenced by the experience /burden of 300 years of history. The biofiction of the life of Ukrainian poet Vasyl Stus, his ethical and moral position and aesthetic concept reveals the ethnic and cultural Ukrainian stratum, where the phenomenon of patriotism will be revealed at the level of the feeling “own”. Conflicts and characters uncover ideas: Vasyl Stus's love for his native land is his free choice, which reveals his individual virtues and prowess. In the pursuit of ethnic freedom, Vasyl Stus is revealed as having been defeated during his life, but gaining fame and recognition after his death. Vasyl Stus gave his life for: the development of Ukrainian literature, culture, art, and language. He is a patriot of “Ukrainian”. The poet's life is a version of art, it is wrapped around protest, around the non-acceptance by a talented individual of a totalitarian state, which suffocates and kills. Vasyl Stusy's steps are a resistance to Russian ethnolinguistic nationalism. The introduction of ethnolinguistic nationalism was imposed on everyone as the dominance Russian language, behind which is the discrimination of Ukrainians at the levels of: language, history, literature, culture, statehood.

ABCA1 variant rs9282541 is associated with metabolic syndrome in Maya children.

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a metabolic disorder encompassing risk factors for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes (T2D). In Mexico, the MetS is a national health problem in adults and children. Environmental and genetic factors condition the MetS. However, studies to elucidate the contribution of genetic factors to MetS in Mexico are scarce. A recent study showed that variant rs9282541 (A-allele) in ATP-binding cassette transporter A1 (ABCA1) was associated with T2D in the Maya population in addition to low levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C). Thus, this study aimed to determine whether the genetic variant of ABCA1 A-allele (rs9282541, NM_005502.4:c.688C>T, NP_005493.2:p.Arg230Cys) is associated with MetS and its components in Mexican Maya children. The study was conducted in 508 children aged 9-13 from the Yucatán Peninsula. MetS was identified according to the de Ferranti criteria. Genotyping was performed using TaqMan assay by real-time PCR. Evaluation of genetic ancestry group was included. The frequency of MetS and overweight-obesity was 45.9% and 41.6%, respectively. The genetic variant rs9282541 was associated with low HDL-C and high glucose concentrations. Remarkably, for the first time, this study showed the association of ABCA1 rs9282541 with MetS in Maya children with an OR of 3.076 (95% CI=1.16-8.13 p=0.023). Finally, this study reveals a high prevalence of MetS and suggests that variant rs9282541 of the ABCA1 gene plays an important role in the developing risk of MetS in Maya children.

Implementation of the Caprini risk assessment model (RAM) in surgical patients to decrease postsurgical venous thromboembolism and enoxaparin prescription at hospital discharge

Venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), has been an increasingly common post-surgical complication for surgical patients. In the United States, VTE has become a leading cause of preventable hospital death with more than half occurring after discharge and are directly linked to a recent (within 30 days) hospitalization or surgery [1]. In large, hospital-associated/acquired VTE (HA-VTE) are preventable through measures such as the use of risk stratification tools and chemoprophylaxis. The project institution, a community, academic, medical center, for multiple years has consistently remained a high outlier for postoperative VTE. Also, the choice of VTE chemoprophylaxis in surgical patients at the time of discharge depended on, and varied between, the individual prescribing physician. The goal was to implement and determine the efficacy of a standardized intervention tool, the Caprini risk assessment model (RAM), for reducing postoperative VTE complications and its influence on the physician's prescription of enoxaparin at discharge. Results: Risk assessment scoring pre-operatively increased from 0% baseline to 26.3% at Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle 1 and demonstrated a statistically significant change (p-value = 0.006). Risk assessment scoring pre-operatively was 42.9% by PDSA cycle 2 but was not statistically significantly different from PDSA cycle 1. Risk assessment scoring post-operatively (for eligible patients) remained the same throughout all three cycles at 0%. Appropriate prescription of anticoagulation declined from baseline (12.5%) to PDSA cycle 1 (0%), and improved at PDSA cycle 2 (33.3%), however no differences were significant (p-value 0.302). The National Surgical Quality Improvement Project (NSQIP) database showed a decline in VTE occurrences at the projects institution from baseline (1.02%, 6 occurrences, 2021) to PDSA cycle 2 (0.92%, 4 occurrences, 2022) when compared to the national benchmark (1.0%) for the first time since 2018. Given the significant national problem HA-VTE pose to the public, and the rise in occurrences, this quality improvement (QI) project is clinically relevant.

Heteronormativity

Unity has been touted as the cornerstone of Indonesian nationalism since its declaration in 1945. With the national motto Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, Indonesian unity holds a sacred and absolute status. However, in reality, unity sometimes becomes a national problem. This article revisits Indonesian unity by shedding light on its darker aspects, namely heteronormativity, and introduces how Indonesian unity can be supported by a new ontological alternative: pluriverse. The study provides a brief historical overview of the New Order era and the family ideology that shaped an adherence to heteronormative norms, and followed by exploration of the pluriverse as an ethical ontological foundation that can deepen the struggle for unity.

AI Development in Germany After the Publication of German Nation AI Strategy, Problems and Solutions

Germany’s effort to develop AI and make progress in this field became coherent and systematic after the publication of the German National AI Strategy in 2018. Germany’s effort in AI development has four trends, namely the integration of AI in society and economy, building and maintaining the AI ecosystem, strengthening the country in terms of infrastructure and data, and finally research and development, which constitutes the essence and backbone of all the other trends. To drive its efforts forward in each trend, Germany should overcome the respective challenges. Furthermore, due to the novelty of the subject of AI and its fast-developing nature, AI has posed some challenges and issues in legal, political, and social fields that need to be addressed swiftly. Germans dominantly address these challenges either on national or European levels and mainly resort to research and academia, their mighty industrial sector, and legislation on federal and European levels to do so.

ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕ ПРИРОДНО-РЕСУРСНОГО ПОТЕНЦИАЛА И МЕЖРЕГИОНАЛЬНАЯ АСИММЕТРИЯ УСТОЙЧИВОГО РАЗВИТИЯ СУБЪЕКТОВ СТЕПНОЙ ЗОНЫ РОССИИ

Natural climatic conditions and natural resource potential are the key factors that determine the development sustainability ofthe steppe zone regions of Russia. The use of natural resource potential is a determinant in the interregional asymmetry of the socio-economic development of steppe regions. In today’s context, regional imbalances are becoming a national security problem, going beyond exclusively socialand economic issues and forming complex risks, challenges, and threats.The purpose of the study is to assess the impact of natural resource potential on the formation of interregional asymmetry of sustainabledevelopment of Russia’s steppe regions. The authors have compiled a database of indicators characterizing the state of natural resource potential(NRP) for 18 regions of the steppe zone. A rating assessment of the steppe zone regions by groups of indicators reflecting the use of NRP wascarried out based on the authors' methodology. The authors constructed a cartographic diagram of the results of rating assessment of the regions bygroups of NRP indicators and cluster analysis of the ratings of indicators characterizing NRP and the sustainable development goals (SDG). Therelationship between ratings of the NRP use and SDG indicators based on the calculated Spearman’s rank correlation coefficients was estimated.There is a negative trend in the dynamics of indicators of the forest resources state in the regions of the Russian steppe zone, and also areduction in the area of agricultural land (by 4% in the regions, on average).The study revealed that the ratings of the use of natural resource potential are interrelated: for the ‘water resources’ group of indicators, adirect connection was revealed with the ratings of the ‘mineral resources’ and ‘land resources’ groups of indicators. The ratings of six blocks ofsustainable development goals have a close direct connection with the rating of the use of mineral resources; more than half of the ratings of theblocks of sustainable development goals are connected with the rating of the use of water resources.