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The Significance of Parents in Curriculum Implementation: Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic

This conceptual study exploited the systematic literature review study as its methodology to examine the significance of parents in the implementation of the curriculum while deriving lessons from learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Epstein’s theory of overlapping spheres of influence was commissioned as the bedrock of analysis in this study. The study focused on the strategies and challenges that were used by the parents to support their children’s learning as well as the possible solutions. The study found out that parents as implementers of curriculum and curriculum innovation, used strategies such as e-learning, social media, listening to children’s concerns and providing accurate information. The parents’ efforts were however impeded by factors such as limited e-learning and related resources, perceived cost, lack of skill and knowledge and time constrains. This study recommends that the government, community and school should recognise that parents are significant stakeholders in the implementation of curriculum and curriculum innovation and as such there is need to improve relationships, communication and provision of resources to safeguard children’s learning in case future emergencies.

Информационно-аналитическое обеспечение налогового контроля

A characteristic feature of the modern period is the increased use of information resources in legal tax relations, both on the part of tax authorities and on the part of business entities. Digital technologies increase the flow of contactless appeals to the regulatory authority and encourage the process of interaction with taxpayers. The purpose of this study is a scientific and practical analysis of the specifics of the information resources used in control measures as well as the prospects for further development and application of information and telecommunication technologies to improve the effectiveness of tax control. As a result of the study, internal and external sources of tax control information are identified, sources for the creation of taxpayer profiles are given, and the electronic services demanded by tax authorities are reflected. A wide variety of electronic services offered by the Federal Tax Service of Russia and applied information and telecommunication technologies allow the taxpayer to use various programs that facilitate interaction with tax authorities. The main features and advantages of the Kontur-Extern program are presented. A scheme for digital information exchange between an enterprise and a specific division of the Federal Tax Service of Russia was developed, which will expand the possibility of information and analytical support for tax administration to improve the security of an enterprise. The results of the study can be used in the development of state tax administration measures in the field of information and telecommunication technologies and the development of practical measures aimed at providing a large array of information and services for various categories of taxpayers.

Комплексная переработка минерального сырья: факторы готовности и сопротивления хозяйствующих субъектов

Ensuring the integrated processing of mineral raw materials remains a relevant topic of modern research due to its socio-economic, environmental and technological significance, as well as one of the key conditions for sustainable development of Russia, defined by the Strategy for the development of mineral resource base up to 2035. At the same time, the practical realization of this concept continues to be occasional and non-systemic. Under the new conditions of sanctions restrictions, the acute need for import substitution, taking into account the regional specifics of strategic mineral resources in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation, it is necessary to change the paradigm of development of the resource and raw materials complex of Russia from extensive to intensive one and to shift the research context towards readiness of regional economic systems to such changes. Considering the accumulated scientific background, the article attempts to consolidate and systematize the research on the topic of integrated processing of mineral resources in relation to the factors that determine readiness and cause resistance to the practical implementation of the concept on the part of economic entities as key actors in this process. The scientific novelty of the study consists in the systematization of existing positions on the issue of transition to the implementation of the concept of integrated processing of mineral resources to develop a set of indicators as a tool for assessing the readiness and resistance of the regional economic system to the paradigm shift. The research method used is a review of publications on the topic of integrated processing of mineral resources. As a result of the study, 20 factors were identified and systematized into 5 groups. The obtained classification of factors can become the basis for further research of the question posed in this article, which will allow assessing the readiness for changes at the regional level, to identify obstacles that hinder their implementation, and to determine the directions of search for solutions to eliminating or levelling of the identified resistance factors.

Life as a relational unit, the process of ecopoiesis

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to introduce the concept of Ecopoiesis. Introduction of the concept of ecopiesis, which explains the linkage strategy between relational and energetic resources (sustainability) that enable the relational viability of living things.Design/methodology/approachThe design is based on the use of the relationship between abduction, epigenesis, cismogenesis and morphogenesis.FindingsThis paper concludes with a counter-intuitive proposal to the dominant lines of thought, distinguishing: Complexity as vital interweaving, Aristotelian Oikos as communitarian distinction, Organism-Entorno from relational theory (beyond the interactional), in a cybernetic referential framework that allows tending to sustain and sustain life from Ecopoiesis.Originality/valueAccording to a relational theory of cognition, the sources of knowledge go beyond genetic and environmental factors. In the sphere of explanation, this study moves from “how much,” “why” and “how” to “why not.” Thus, the processes involved in understanding the living are forced to move from the logic of parts to the logic of patterns, which implies developing an explanation that considers the unique characteristics of development, encompassing the diverse origins of the organization of the living.

Enhancing Students’ Understanding of Health Disparities and Social Determinants of Health Through a Community and Research-Based Project

The complex health demands of society emphasize the need for future health professionals to gain a deeper understanding of social determinants of health (SDOH) and provide meaningful health outcomes. Seventeen undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a cross-listed public health elective course in Winter 2020 completed a remote application-based course project. This project was conducted to expand students’ comprehension of SDOH as underlying factors contributing to health disparities and inequities. It also sought to increase their awareness of tools and resources in the community to aid populations in overcoming determinants. Last, it aimed to provide them with experience applying population health concepts and enhancing their research skills. The course project utilized a real-world application approach as it consisted of students (1) developing a Detroit-focused community resource guide, (2) creating a related resource map, and (3) composing two manuscripts on the course project and learning experience. Students’ deliverables included a developed community resource guide and related interactive map and the construction of the manuscripts on the project and their learning experience, which was separated into two manuscripts. Students completed a journal reflection, which was used to assess their learning experience. Students’ journal reflections were examined using NVivo12 to identify the six themes in their learning experience. The project effectively met the course learning outcomes while aiding students in recognizing Detroit’s health disparities and the influence of SDOH. It also provided students with deliverables.

Рациональное соотношение качества воды водного объекта и качества сбрасываемых сточных вод

Purpose: To develop a methodology for determining a rational relationship between the water quality of water bodies and the quality of wastewater discharged into them with existing investments in the reconstruction of industrial wastewater treatment systems of several water users within one water basin. Methods: Analytical solution of the problem of determining the optimal purity of water in the river in the conditions of implementation of water protection measures with limited financial resources and their rational distribution among water users. Results: Relative financial resources for water protection measures in the Russian Federation are insufficient and at the same time have been declining over the past 30 years. Despite this, the maximum permissible concentrations of pollutants in wastewater discharged into water bodies and wastewater disposal systems in the Russian Federation are often very strict, sometimes even tougher than for drinking water, which leads to unjustified investment costs. It is also noted that at present, market relations in the field of nature management, including in the field of water use, have not yet been fully formed in the Russian Federation. The main difficulties of implementing these relations in this country are outlined. With the help of the proposed methodology, a reasonable relationship between the water quality of a watercourse and the quality of wastewater discharged into them, as well as a rational distribution of financing between water users, is determined on a concrete example. It is shown that the economically justified requirements for effluents discharged into a water body are background concentrations of pollutants in the water of this water body. Practical significance: The practical feasibility of the proposed methodology, which can be recommended for practical application, is demonstrated using an example.

Inequities inspatial access to health services inGhanaian cities.

Consideration of health equity is fundamental to enhancing the health of those who are economically/socially disadvantaged. A vital characteristic of health equity and therefore health disparity is the level of spatial access to health services and its distribution among populations. Adequate knowledge of health disparity is critical to enhancing the optimal allocation of resources, identification of underserved populations and improving the efficiency and performance of the health system. The provision of such insight for sub-Saharan African (SSA) cities is a challenge and is severely limited in the literature. Accordingly, this study examined the disparities in potential spatial access to health services for four selected urban areas in Ghana based on: (1) the number of physicians per population; (2) access score based on a weighted sum of access components; (3) travel time to health services and (4) the combined evaluation of linkages between travel distance, settlement area, population and economic status. The overall spatial access to health services is low across all selected cities varying between 3.02 and 1.78 physicians per 10 000 persons, whereas the access score is between 1.70 and 2.54. The current number of physicians needs to be increased by about five times to satisfy the World Health Organization's standard. The low spatial access is not equitable across and within the selected cities, where the economically disadvantaged populations were found to endure longer travel distances to access health services. Inequities were found to be embedded within the selected cities where economically poor populations are also disadvantaged in their physical access to healthcare. The health facilities in all cities have reasonable travel distances separating them but are inadequately resourced with physicians. Thus, increasing the physician numbers and related resources at spatially targeted existing facilities would considerably enhance spatial access to health services.

Factors associated with the attraction and retention of family and community medicine and nursing residents in rural settings: a qualitative study

BackgroundThe current shortage of primary care doctors and nurses is causing difficulties in replacement, and this shortage is expected to increase. This situation is more pronounced in rural environments than in urban ones. Family and community care specialty training is a key component of both the transition to clinical practice and the retention of new professionals. The aim of this study is to explore the attitudes and perceptions of internal medicine residents and internal nurse residents trained in a rural teaching unit on factors associated with recruitment and retention, including the role of the specialty training programme.MethodsA qualitative study was conducted. Purposive sampling was used, and thirteen residents from the central Catalonia teaching unit who were in their final year of training participated in semistructured interviews. The data were collected during 2022 and were subsequently analysed with thematic analysis. The study is reported using the COREQ checklist.ResultsSix themes emerged from data related to perceptions and attitudes about the factors associated with recruitment and retention: training programme, characteristics of the family and community specialty, concept of rural life, family and relational factors, economic and resource factors, and recruitment and job opportunities.ConclusionsFamily and community medicine and nursing residents trained in rural settings expressed satisfaction with the specialty programme and most features of primary care, but they experienced a wide range of uncertainties in deciding on their professional future in terms of living in rural areas, family support, financial support and recruitment. This study identifies individual and structural factors that could be of great use to retain doctors and nurses in rural areas.

Emerging Adult Resilience to the Early Stages of the COVID-Pandemic: A Systematic Scoping Review.

Human resilience to COVID-19 related stressors remains a pressing concern following the aftereffects of the pandemic and in the face of probable future pandemics. In response, we systematically scoped the available literature (n = 2030 records) to determine the nature and extent of research on emerging adults' adaptive responses to COVID-19 stressors in the early stages of the pandemic. Using a multisystem resilience framework, our narrative review of 48 eligible studies unpacks the personal, relational, institutional and/or physical ecological resources that enabled positive emerging adult outcomes to COVID-18 stressors. We found that there is a geographical bias in studies on this topic, with majority world contexts poorly represented. Resources leading to positive outcomes foregrounded psychological and social support, while institutional and ecological supports were seldom mentioned. Multisystemic combinations of resources were rarely considered. This knowledge has valuable implications for understanding resilience in the context of other large-scale adverse conditions.

Relational resource geographies of beche‐de‐mer under moratorium

AbstractMoratorium is a common marine resource management strategy used by nation‐states that abruptly reclassifies the harvesting and trade of designated resources as ‘illegal’ for a defined period. Nation‐states use moratoria to help ecological stocks of overharvested marine species to recover. The Fijian state instituted a moratorium on the harvest and trade of beche‐de‐mer between 2017 and 2022 due to evidence of overfishing. Through ethnographic fieldwork with Fijian beche‐de‐mer fishers, traders and exporters, I examine how the moratorium affected relational trade flows of beche‐de‐mer. In precolonial Fiji, marine resources flowed through historically established regional socio‐cultural pathways. During the colonial period, Chinese migrants in Fiji occupied a unique relational positionality to indigenous (itaukei) communities, which allowed them bridge domestic and international resource markets. Through my ethnographic fieldwork, I detail how beche‐de‐mer continued to be traded during and post moratorium within such a relational resource geography. I argue that the relational ties between itaukei communities and Chinese‐Fijian buyers that subsequently connect to international markets undermined the moratorium restrictions, as well as the new conditionalities of trade after the moratorium was lifted. Such relationality in the marine resource trade renders moratoria an ineffective marine resource management strategy as it is inattentive to Pacific context.

Gendered Division of Housework in Slovak Couples: Life Course and Other Factors

The paper examines factors that explain the allocation of time and the gendered division of routine, non-routine and care activities in Slovak households. It departs from the extant literature in three notable respects. First, the division of household labor between partners is studied for Slovakia, a former Socialist country with a specific family and societal context, where female labor force participation evolved differently from Western market economies. Second, in conjunction with the established theories of gendering housework (the time availability, relative resources and gender ideology hypotheses), the explanation takes a life course perspective that breaks households down into five life stages by the presence and age of children. Third, the methodology considers simultaneity in the time spent on different tasks and in its division between the genders by adopting a model of seemingly unrelated regression equations. Slovak males are found to spend on average more time in paid employment and devote far fewer hours to unpaid routine housework than females do. Life cycle stages are found to be a reliable predictor especially for hours spent and the gendered division of care work. Life stages are manifested mainly in time use of women, whereas men adjust their time use only when their assistance is needed with children. Time allocation and the gendered division of routine and non-routine chores are primarily explained by income-based and education-based relative resources, whilst patterns of care work are in line with the life course rather than explained by time availability.

LabIMotion Electronic Lab Notebook as Research Data Management Tool in Catalysis

In the field of heterogenous catalysis, Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs) are only rarely employed, due to complex data structure and different needs of the community with respect to the typical features provided by wide-spread ELNs. On the contrary, LabIMotion, an extension of the open-source ELN Chemotion, adapts to the characteristic complex workflows in heterogenous catalysis; these encompass catalyst synthesis, adaptation of devices and testing rigs, activity measurements, material characterization (possibly also in situ/operando, at large scale facilities) and are complemented by mathematical modelling and simulation. Direct links to metadata catalogues like SciCat (for synchrotron/neutron characterizations) and advanced research data management tools like Adacta (for improved traceability of catalytic data, experimental setups and related resources) are envisioned. The adaptability of LabIMotion in the catalysis field is presented via the topical examples of Cu-based catalysts for methanol synthesis and noble metal-based emission control catalysts.

Using High-Throughput Phenotyping Analysis to Decipher the Phenotypic Components and Genetic Architecture of Maize Seedling Salt Tolerance.

Soil salinization is a worldwide problem that limits agricultural production. It is important to understand the salt stress tolerance ability of maize seedlings and explore the underlying related genetic resources. In this study, we used a high-throughput phenotyping platform with a 3D laser sensor (Planteye F500) to identify the digital biomass, plant height and normalized vegetation index under normal and saline conditions at multiple time points. The result revealed that a three-leaf period (T3) was identified as the key period for the phenotypic variation in maize seedlings under salt stress. Moreover, we mapped the salt-stress-related SNPs and identified candidate genes in the natural population via a genome-wide association study. A total of 44 candidate genes were annotated, including 26 candidate genes under normal conditions and 18 candidate genes under salt-stressed conditions. This study demonstrates the feasibility of using a high-throughput phenotyping platform to accurately, continuously quantify morphological traits of maize seedlings in different growing environments. And the phenotype and genetic information of this study provided a theoretical basis for the breeding of salt-resistant maize varieties and the study of salt-resistant genes.

Knowledge Graph Based RDM Solutions

Based on our experience within the NFDI4Culture and NFDI-MatWerk projects we propose generalized knowledge graph based research data management solutions, which are applicable to other consortia. Our solution covers the construction of a common NFDI core ontology adapted to specific domains via domain extensions as a basis for a knowledge graph (KG) providing information about a consortium and its related research data and software resources. This KG serves as a backend for the web portal that enables interactive access and management of this data. Already implemented for NFDI4Culture and to be adapted by NFDI-MatWerk, this solution might serve as an example solution also for other consortia. We are synchronizing our efforts with ongoing work to implement knowledge graph based research data management in NFDI4DataScience.

Resources Integration Theory and Gray Correlation Analysis: A Study for Evaluating China's Agri-food Systems Supply Capacity

China's agri-food systems face the challenge of ensuring food and grain security for a large population with limited resources. This paper constructs a resources integration theory, which classifies agricultural resources into six types and measures their correlation with food and grain supply capacity using grey correlation analysis. The results show that, during 2002-2020, among the factor resources, the highest correlation with food and grain was technology; among the related industry resources, the highest correlation with food was rural roads, and with grain was agricultural machinery; among the demand resources, the highest correlation was domestic market; among the six types of resources, the highest correlation was government resources; and the static correlation evaluation indices of agricultural resources with food and grain supply capacity were 0.8312 and 0.8090, respectively, indicating a compare match. Based on the results, this paper argues that the Chinese agri-food system is matched with agricultural resources, but still needs to be improved to achieve a high match. Opportunity resources, foreign investment, and international markets are disadvantageous resources because China has insufficient ability to stably utilize foreign resources. China’s proposal of a "big food view" is conducive to reducing dependence on factor resources, especially cultivated land and water resources.

Photocurable 3D printed anisotropic electrically conductive materials based on bio-renewable composites

The manufacturing industry is moving towards an environmentally friendlier and more sustainable economy by substituting fossil fuel-based materials for plant-based and related renewable resources obtained materials, such as soybean oil. The combination of these materials with electrically conductive fillers allows the fabrication of conductive tracks and sensors essential for the implementation of the internet of things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 concepts. Here, we've fine-tuned the combination of acrylated epoxidized soybean oil (AESO) and isobornyl methacrylate (IBOMA), considering factors like viscosity, photoreactivity, and physico-chemical properties, with the further addition of multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) in varying amounts for selected formulations. The resulted materials obtained in films present gel times between 1 and 30 s, FTIR conversion between 75% and 50%, Tg in the range of 57–123 °C and crosslinking densities between 1.90 and 0.015 mmol/cm3. In addition, good MWCNT dispersion is achieved with conductivities as high as 1.4 × 10-4 S/m. The optimal formulation in terms of 3D printability was obtained for 0.6 wt% MWCNT content and AESO:IBOMA polymer matrix in a 50:50 ratio, showing a good fabrication precision for bulk and hollow structures (average dimensional differences between the model and printed objects of ± 100 mm). The 3D printed samples demonstrate anisotropic electrical conductivity ascribed to a MWCNT orientation that occurs during 3D printing process. The electrical conductivity values can vary in nearly 6 orders of magnitude depending on the orientation with respect to the printed pattern, − 6.6·10-3 S/m for parallel and 5.2·10-9 S/m for perpendicular - demonstrating the suitability for 3D printed electronic applications.

Subpopulation preference adjective non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm for multi-objective capacity expansion for matured fabs

Capacity expansion strategy consists of fulfilling the demand with capacity portfolio via alternative configurations with long lead time for procurement and installation. Sequential dependent decisions including demand planning and cost structure of capital expenditure shall be taken into consideration for achieving enterprise profitability. Though a number of studies have been done to address related issues, limitations of existing approaches can be traced in part to the lack of a systematic framework in which multiple objectives of related total resource management problems can be considered and integrated. Little research has been done to address the present problem for capacity expansion for matured fabs from the perspective of total resource management. To fill the gaps, this study applies the concept of total resource management to integrate operational strategies and the overall usage of resources. This study develops a capacity expansion model with multiple objectives including minimizing resource costs, maximizing overall return, maximizing revenue, and minimizing capacity risk. Since the formulation of the multi-objectives can be non-linear and the size of the problem is increasing, it is difficult to solve the problem in reasonable time for practical use. A subpopulation preference adjective non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm (SPANS-GA) is developed to solve the decision problem. An empirical study in a leading semiconductor company in Taiwan is conducted for validation. The results have shown practical viability of the developed solution for multi-objective capacity planning for matured wafer fabs for total resource management.

The Norwegian version of the Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire (COPSOQ III): Initial validation study using a national sample of registered nurses.

Employers are legally obligated to ensure the safety and health of employees, including the organizational and psychosocial working environment. The Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire (COPSOQ III) covers multiple dimensions of the work environment. COPSOQ III has three parts: a) work environment b) conflicts and offensive behaviours and c) health and welfare. We translated all three parts into Norwegian and evaluated the statistical properties of the 28 work environment dimensions in part a), using a sample of registered nurses. The original English version was translated into Norwegian and back translated into English; the two versions were compared, and adjustments made. In total, 86 of 99 items from the translated version were included in a survey to which 8804 registered nurses responded. Item response theory models designed for ordinal manifest variables were used to evaluate construct validity and identify potential redundant items. A standard confirmatory factor analysis was performed to verify the latent dimensionality established in the original version, and a more exploratory factor analysis without restrictions is included to determine dependency between items and to identify separable dimensions. The measure of sampling adequacy shows that the data are well suited for factor analyses. The latent dimensionality in the original version is confirmed in the Norwegian translated version and the scale reliability is high for all dimensions except 'Demands for Hiding Emotions'. In this homogenous sample, eight of the 28 dimensions are found not to be separate dimensions as items covering these dimensions loaded onto the same factor. Moreover, little information is provided at the low and high ends of exposure for some dimensions in this sample. Of the 86 items included, 14 are found to be potential candidates for removal to obtain a shorter Norwegian version. The established Norwegian translation of COPSOQ III can be used in further research about working environment factors and health and wellbeing in Norway. The extended use of the instrument internationally enables comparative studies, which can increase the knowledge and understanding of similarities and differences between labour markets in different countries. This first validation study shows that the Norwegian version has strong statistical properties like the original, and can be used to assess work environment factors, including relational and emotional risk factors and resources available at the workplace.

How does a growing wealth gap affect voting? – Evidence from Sweden

This paper studies the relationship between the growing wealth gap and voter behavior. The patrimonial voting literature suggests that wealth in itself leads to more right-wing voting, but we argue that previous research has overlooked the relative aspect of wealth. Drawing on classical models of political economy we hypothesize that voters who fall behind others should demand more redistribution and therefore vote for Left wing parties. We find robust support for this using wealth data from Swedish electoral precincts between 1998 and 2006. Additional analyses suggest that it is mainly relative house wealth that relates to voting, and not other wealth types. This supports an argument that visibility is important for the effect of relative resources. We also find that the results appear to be driven by right-wing voters moving to the left rather than increased turnout.

The worse we feel, the more intensively we need to stick together: a qualitative study of couples' emotional co-regulation of the challenge of multimorbidity.

Being faced with multimorbidity (i.e., being diagnosed with at least two chronic conditions), is not only demanding in terms of following complicated medical regimes and changing health behaviors. The changes and threats involved also provoke emotional responses in the patients but also in their romantic partners. This study aims at exploring the ways of emotional co-regulation that couples facing multimorbidity express when interviewed together. N = 15 opposite sex couples with one multimorbid patient after an acute health crisis that led to hospitalization were asked in a semi-structured interview about how they found ways to deal with the health situation, what they would recommend to other couples in a similar situation, and how they regulated their emotional responses. Interviews were analyzed qualitatively following open, axial, and selective coding, as in the grounded theory framework. Emerging categories from the romantic partners' and the patients' utterances revealed three main categories: First, overlapping cognitive appraisals about the situation (from fighting spirit to fatalism) and we-ness (construing the couple self as a unit) emerged as higher order factor from the utterances. Second, relationship-related strategies including strategies aimed at maintaining high relationship quality in spite of the asymmetric situation like strengthening the common ground and balancing autonomy and equity in the couple were often mentioned. Third, some couples mentioned how they benefit from individual strategies that involve fostering individual resources of the partners outside the couple relationship (such as cultivating relationships with grandchildren or going outdoors to nature). Results underline the importance of a dyadic perspective not only on coping with disease but also on regulating the emotional responses to this shared challenging situation. The utterances of the couples were in line with earlier conceptualizations of interpersonal emotion regulation and dyadic perspectives on we-disease. They broaden the view by integrating the interplay between individual and interpersonal regulation strategies and underline the importance of balancing individual and relational resources when supporting couples faced with chronic diseases.