Quality Of Scientific Research Research Articles

Качество научных исследований по юриспруденции и эффективность руководства ими. Рецензия на 2-е издание учебника И. В. Понкина и А. И. Лаптевой «Методология научных исследований и прикладной аналитики» (М.: Консорциум «Аналитика. Право. Цифра», Буки Веди, 2021, 567 с.)

The quality of scientific research on jurisprudence and the effectiveness of their management. Review of the 2nd edition of the textbook by I. V. Ponkin and A. I. Lapteva “Methodology of scientific research and applied analytics” (Moscow: Consortium “Analytics. Law. Digit”, Buki Vedi Publ., 2021, 567 p.)

A Mathematical Model to Determine the Optimal Ratio of Researchers of Different Categories for Solving a Scientific Problem in the Military Sphere

In the paper, the authors propose a variant of the mathematical model for justifying the optimal ratio of researchers of different categories to conduct scientific research of the highest possible quality in conditions of limited resources. The discrepancy is formulated between the quality of scientific research and the restriction on financial resources, that is, the problem of resource allocation is solved. The relationship between the quality of scientific research and the number of researchers is proposed to be reflected by the canonical parabola equation. A mathematical model is formulated that reflects the essence of the question under study. The problem is solved using the method of Lagrange multipliers. The results of the study are confirmed by a numerical experiment. Resource constraints have always existed. This is especially true now for the development of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and increasing their combat and mobilisation readiness, which result in the country's defence capability as a whole. Limited funding also takes place in military science. It is very difficult to introduce new full-time positions and divisions. Previously, the number of researchers was justified following regulatory documents when creating scientific institutions and divisions, or by analogy with similar scientific institutions. In other words, the problem was solved empirically or situationally. This scientific study concerns substantiating the number of scientific personnel in conditions of limited resources, taking into account the work that is now performed and will be performed in the future.

Bibliometric Study of Scientific Research from 2009 to 2019 on Critical Success Factors and Project Management Performance

Purpose: This paper seeks to carry out a bibliometric analysis of scientific research available on the Web of Science platform and related to Critical Success Factors (CSF) and project management performance.Theoretical framework: This study is based on concepts related to project management, particularly Critical Success Factors and project management performance.Design/methodology/approach: To conduct this study, scientific publications were retrieved from the database on the Web of Science platform and analyzed. A statistical and content analysis was carried out using the VOSviewer free software and Excel sheets, as well as the WordArt website (www.wordart.com) to create a keyword cloud.Findings: Results show the importance of the subject matter, which was featured in a large number of publications from 2009 to 2019. Engineering sectors are the main areas that deal with it, especially by presenting models, implementing metrics, critical factors, tools and cases, which are used as a basis for performance studies. Data show that partnership networks need creating with greater integration, collaboration, and exchange between publications developed by researchers in Brazil.Originality/Value: By carrying out a bibliometric analysis based on Critical Success Factors and project management development, it is expected to help understanding and the development of studies and the continuous improvement of research into project management, as well as to contribute to the discussion of the quality of scientific research in the field.Keywords: Project management, Critical Success Factors, Project performance, Bibliometrics.O

What Is Quality in Research? Building a Framework of Design, Process and Impact Attributes and Evaluation Perspectives

The strategic relevance of innovation and scientific research has amplified the attention towards the definition of quality in research practice. However, despite the proliferation of evaluation metrics and procedures, there is a need to go beyond bibliometric approaches and to identify, more explicitly, what constitutes good research and which are its driving factors or determinants. This article reviews specialized research policy, science policy and scientometrics literature to extract critical dimensions associated with research quality as presented in a vast although fragmented theory background. A literature-derived framework of research quality attributes is, thus, obtained, which is subject to an expert feedback process, involving scholars and practitioners in the fields of research policy and evaluation. The results are represented by a structured taxonomy of 66 quality attributes providing a systemic definition of research quality. The attributes are aggregated into a three-dimensional framework encompassing research design (ex ante), research process (in-process) and research impact (ex post) perspectives. The main value of the study is to propose a literature-derived and comprehensive inventory of quality attributes and perspectives of evaluation. The findings can support further theoretical developments and research policy discussions on the ultimate drivers of quality and impact of scientific research. The framework can be also useful to design new exercises or procedures of research evaluation based on a multidimensional view of quality.

American Society of Plastic Surgeons Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline Revision: Reduction Mammaplasty.

A multidisciplinary work group involving stakeholders from various backgrounds and societies convened to revise the guideline for reduction mammaplasty. The goal was to develop evidence-based patient care recommendations using the new American Society of Plastic Surgeons guideline methodology. The work group prioritized reviewing the evidence around the need for surgery as first-line treatment, regardless of resection weight or volume. Other factors evaluated included the need for drains, the need for postoperative oral antibiotics, risk factors that increase complications, a comparison in outcomes between the two most popular techniques (inferior and superomedial), the impact of local anesthetic on narcotic use and other nonnarcotic pain management strategies, the use of epinephrine, and the need for specimen pathology. A systematic literature review was performed, and an established appraisal process was used to rate the quality of relevant scientific research (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation methodology). Evidence-based recommendations were made and strength was determined based on the level of evidence and the assessment of benefits and harms.

Quality of Scientific Research and World Ranking of Public and Private Universities in Vietnam

Quality of Scientific Research and World Ranking of Public and Private Universities in Vietnam

Экономическая теория и формирование человеческих качеств

The article argues that economic theory not only takes into account human qualities as factors influencing the evolution and efficiency of economic mechanisms, but also indirectly impacts their formation. Scientific research generates an ideology which economic policies draw from to build economic institutions. Institutions determine the standards of behavior of individuals and consequently influence their qualities. Such a chain of determinants can be illustrated by the case of the Chicago School of Economics, which proclaimed competition as the main driving force for social and economic development. The recommendations of this school contributed to the formation of neoliberal ideology, which over the years has determined both the policy of Western countries and the nature of reforms in transition economies. Neoliberals argued that economic competition does not involve any violation of moral norms, since a perfect market means impersonal rivalry. There is ample evidence, however, that economic and political competition generates a hostile attitude toward rivals, pushing the participants to disregard the principles of morality. In conditions of tough confrontation, economic and political leaders are often willing to defeat their competitors by whatever means possible, while being unable or unwilling to make decisions to improve public welfare. The degradation of human qualities, in its turn, can lead to a decline in the quality of scientific research. These findings provide an insight into one of the causal chains leading to the crisis of competitive institutions observed in Western countries. To struggle with the crisis, they seek to constrain competition and increase the role of collaborative institutions.

An exploratory study on the mode and method of general education and training for general practice undergraduates: a narrative review.

ObjectiveTo learn from the experience of foreign general practice education mode, and to exploratory study on the mode and method of general education and training for general practice undergraduates in China.BackgroundThe rise of general practice medicine addresses the lack of holistic attention to patients in specialist medicine. General practice education is an important means of training general practice skills, but the development of general practice education in China is not yet matured.MethodsBy using the method of comparative education, taking the United States, Australia, France and Britain as examples. This article makes a comparative analyzes the status of general practice education in foreign countries and discusses the development of undergraduate general practice education in China from four perspectives: national policy, teacher resources, curriculum system, and education training modes.ConclusionsThe four countries attach great importance to general practice education, with mature training methods, registered practice and continuing education. It is hoped that this article can establish and improve the policy system for the development of general subject teachers and optimize the inclusive, assessment and evaluation system of general practice teachers. In addition, more attention should be paid to general practice scientific research to create a teaching team with high standards, high quality, and high scientific research literacy and to form standardized scientific teaching methods that promote the development of general medicine education and training through high-quality teaching experiences. In addition, more attention should be paid to general practice scientific research to create a teaching team with high standards, high quality, and high scientific research literacy and to form standardized scientific teaching methods that promote the development of general medicine education and training through high-quality teaching experiences.

Проблемы воспроизводства кадров высшей квалификации на Дальнем Востоке: количественный анализ

The article discusses highly qualified personnel training in modern conditions of the Far East. The subject of the research is highly qualified personnel training specifics in the Far East. The purpose of the research is to determine the specifics and problems of qualified personnel reproduction in the Russian Far Eastern Federal District educational and scientific system. The analysis results aimed at studying specifics and problems of personnel reproduction in educational and scientific system of the Russian Far Eastern Federal District are presented. During the analysis, the author has concluded that the regional indicators in postgraduate training field are not unambiguous - on one hand, there is an increase in quality scientific research, including international journals, while the number of young researchers does not increase, which is an acute regional problem. It is also concluded that graduate students research training features in modern conditions are in close interdependence with population life socio-economic indicators. The reason for decline in science and education institutions performance is the general youth interest decrease in higher education system. Difficulties in implementation of young scientists’ research work are largely associated with insufficient science and education institutions funding. Thus, the most effective method of solving highly qualified personnel shortage issue in the context of growing need for economy in them is to stimulate scientific sphere funding. Moreover, it is important to constantly improve educational policy to increase the graduate school overall attractiveness for students, which can be carried out through a high level of material incentives for researchers and through a comprehensive in information campaign in this direct

Exploration and practice of environmental engineering specialty construction in colleges and universities under the background of new engineering

New engineering is a major strategic choice for engineering education reform under the background of new technological revolution, new industrial revolution and new economy. With the great challenges brought by the new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation, the Ministry of Education has issued the Notice on Developing the Research and Practice of New Engineering and the Notice on Promoting the Practice and Research of New Engineering in recent years, actively exploring the reform of higher engineering education and earnestly cultivating new engineering talents. In order to meet the needs of national strategic development, colleges and universities have tried to innovate and reform engineering education according to their own school running conditions. Under the background of new engineering education reform, cultivating college students' scientific research and innovation ability and quality is of great significance to improve students' practice and innovation ability. The construction and reform of civil engineering specialty should change the traditional concept of talent training of "emphasizing theory and neglecting practice", strengthen the construction of "double qualified" teachers, actively expand the school enterprise cooperation mode, further promote the construction of internal and external training platform, improve the discipline competition mechanism, make use of the Internet to popularize professional knowledge, comprehensively deepen professional reform, and build a talent training mode in line with the needs of the industry.

Scientific human resources development in University of Finance and Accountancy - A special case for teachers team development in a university of Vietnam

The aim of this study was to scientific human resources development in university of finance and accountancy - a special case for teacher’s team development in a university of Vietnam. The methods used in this article are qualitative research which has been done in a library method and according to the available documents. The results show that the development of scientific research activities will contribute to strengthening the reputation, brand, and improving the quality of education and training of university. Therefore, in order to enhance the quality of training, improve the position and brand name of University of Finance and Accountancy, the development of scientific human resources, and the improvement of the quality of scientific research of the cadres and lecturers have become an urgent requirement in the current context. According to the results we can say that due to the need for educational processes and improving the quality of education and related services, it is suggested that university administrators and officials allocate some of the main programs to improve the quality of education and also raise the standards related to human resources and develop this sector at the same time. Also, consider the development of other scientific disciplines. Moreover, it needs to consider the development of other scientific díciplines and the development of human resources in relation to other organizational resources in order to improve the quality of educational services.

Lecturers’ intercultural competence in scientific research activities: A case study of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City

In today’s multicultural context, intercultural competence is very important, contributing to improving the scientific research quality of lecturers. Lecturers’ intercultural competence in scientific research is the effective application of their knowledge, skills, and attitudes to conduct scientific research. The article employs the method of document research on lecturers’ intercultural competence at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City (USSH, VNUHCM). The purpose of the paper is to make clear the theoretical underpinnings and characteristics of lecturers’ intercultural competence in scientific research activities. The research results show that the lecturers at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities have the basic elements to form intercultural competence, including lecturers with experience in studying and living abroad and being proficient in foreign languages, in which English is the most proficient compared to other languages, lecturers coming from different regions of the country and a few with dual and multicultural nationality, and lecturers with a capacity to develop and create relationships with colleagues, friends, and learners from various cultures. Based on the analysis of the factors forming lecturers’ intercultural competence, the paper also suggests measures to enhance lecturers’ intercultural competence, including measures to raise awareness of the significance of lecturers’ intercultural competence as well as to improve their language proficiency, and the feasible measures from USSH, VNUHCM.

Принципы научного гуманизма И.Т. Фролова в контексте развития современной гуманистической мысли

The postmodern trend of modern philosophical thought has actualized the problem of human nature. The attention of researchers is attracted by traditional philosophical alternatives, including alternatives within the humanistic direction. Hence the interest in the philosophical creativity of the representative of this trend in the USSR in the 70–80 years of the XX century, I.T. Frolov. The scientist proposed a synthesis of natural science and socio-humanitarian knowledge based on philosophical anthropology. The principles formulated by him formed the basis of a new form of philosophical humanism–scientific humanism. The purpose of the study is a comparative analysis of the work of I.T. Frolov and other major humanist thinkers of the XX century in the course of their reflection on socioanthropological challenges. The analysis of the philosophical heritage of I.T. Frolov in the context of the development of modern humanistic thought allows us to reach a new level of conceptualization of theories related to human philosophy and, thereby, improve the quality of scientific research.

The role of the scientific library in the development of information
 literacy

The article presents the system for the development of information literacy for different groups of users of the scientific library and librarians (using the example of training activities held in Belarus Agricultural Library). The main informational skills and abilities that students, graduate students, scientists and specialists should possess are listed. The characteristics of seminars and presentations on the development of information literacy are given, with a description of the practical and theoretical parts. The influence of the level of information competence of users on the quality of scientific research is emphasized. The role of information literacy in the formation of professional consciousness of library specialists is shown. The advantages of the remote form of holding events in modern conditions are revealed. The necessity of constantly increasing the level of information skills in scientific libraries is substantiated.

International scientific publications of Thu Dau Mot University through statistics from 2015 to 2020

International scientific publication is one of the activities that help improve the quality of scientific research and develop the brand name of the university. This paper presents some key features of Thu Dau Mot University’s international scientific publications through statistics from 2015 to 2020 based on the following criteria: the number of publications in international journals (included ISI, Scopus and non-ISI, Scopus), field of science, gender and research collaboration. In addition, this paper will discuss some initial identifications: (1) the number of international scientific publications has grown rapidly and steadily over the years; (2) the number of international scientific publications is concentrated in the natural science, engineering and technology; (3) social science and education’s contribution in international scientific publications has been limited;(4) there is a significant difference in the number of international scientific publications between male and female scholars; (5) Research collaboration has an important role in the international scientific publications of Thu Dau Mot University.

ВІТЧИЗНЯНИЙ ДОСВІД ВИКОРИСТАННЯ ІНФОРМАЦІЙНО-ЦИФРОВИХ ТЕХНОЛОГІЙ ДЛЯ ОЦІНЮВАННЯ РЕЗУЛЬТАТИВНОСТІ НАУКОВО-ПЕДАГОГІЧНИХ ДОСЛІДЖЕНЬ

The article considers the domestic experience of using information and digital technologies to evaluate the effectiveness of scientific and pedagogical research. The problem of quality and efficiency of scientific and pedagogical research, evaluation of their effectiveness using ICT is an important area for the domestic system of higher education and science. The digital transformation of society, the digital age of the use of computer tools significantly affect the requirements for tools for evaluating the effectiveness of scientific and pedagogical research. The author's interpretation of the concepts «information and digital technologies» and «evaluation of the effectiveness of scientific and pedagogical research» is offered. In particular, information and digital technologies are understood as a set of electronic tools, systems, devices, and resources that generate, store, or process data, as well as technologies for developing information systems and building communication networks. Under the evaluation of the effectiveness of scientific and pedagogical research using information and analytical systems, we will understand the definition of general indicators of scientific and pedagogical activity: several publications and citations in scientometric databases, availability of author profiles of researchers, ranking and rating of scientific and pedagogical workers, departments/laboratories/departments, institutions and establishments, information about achievements, list of publications, victories of students under the guidance, etc. The analysis of methods allowed establishing that the evaluation does not take into account such scientific products as textbooks, manuals, textbooks, glossaries, dictionaries, scientific reference books, bibliographic indexes, scientific catalogs, electronic resources, databases, etc. It is necessary to find new methods, approaches, and methods for systematic, complete, and objective evaluation of scientific and pedagogical research. The prospect of further research will be to determine the criteria and indicators for evaluating the effectiveness of scientific and pedagogical research using information and digital technologies.

Excellence Cluster Model for the Algerian University to Strengthen its Links With the Socio-Economic Environment

The challenge of excellence programs in the world is to improve the interaction of the university with its local and global environment and follow the rapid developments of science and knowledge. This study aims at presenting the participation of excellence clusters in improving the quality of higher education (HE) institutions achievements (the graduate, scientific research and social services) and their consistency with the main requirements of the socio-economic environment. Based on the review of literature on academic excellence and inspired by recent international experiences, we proposed a model for a cluster of excellence, applicable to Algerian universities, aimed at implementing change and innovation on HE achievements (Graduate, Scientific Research and Services), taking into consideration the requirements and needs of the institutions that operate in their territory. Hence, the present article aims at presenting the orientation towards academic excellence clusters. These contribute to the improvement of the quality of graduate by relying on the integral scientific qualifications and the quality of scientific research, based on inquiry, practice, and development. Moreover, they focus on raising the quality of public service by promoting the universities. Finally, the study proposed some suggestions for the successful implementation of this orientation in Algeria.

Endodontics: clinical protocols on scientific basis

The 37th National Congress of the Italian Society of Endodontics (SIE), that will take place in Bologna the next 12th and 13th of November, finally marks a new beginning of in-person activities, as symbolically represented by the motto “SIE restart”. Last year the absence of our National Congress was admirably replaced by the Virtual Endodontic Week Convention of SIE from 3rd to 7th of November 2020. However, the urgent need of social as well as scientific restart, in line with the improvement of the pandemic condition and in compliance with laws, has allowed the creation of a full cultural program that will deal with Endodontics: clinical protocols on scientific basis. Specifically, during the two-days Congress personalities of note belonging to our Society and scientific community will present several lectures to provide an excursus on different fields of endodontics, from traditional endodontic approach to endodontic surgery and minimally-invasive procedures, taking into account new digital technologies and supporting the clinical results with the most recent scientific evidences. Indeed, Evidenced-Based Medicine (EBM) plays a central role in daily clinical practice, allowing more expert clinicians to make more aware clinical decisions based on high quality scientific research with the aim to maintain the global health of patients. Even in the endodontic field, this approach not only provides more complete endodontists but also establishes the topics of future studies. Looking forward to see You in-person at the 37th National Congress of SIE!

Distress Analysis of Mice with Cervical Arteriovenous Fistulas.

Simple SummaryFunctional hemodialysis access is essential for the survival of patients with end-stage renal disease. Although various guidelines recommend autologous arteriovenous fistula as the first choice for hemodialysis, it is still the Achilles heel for patients. Several in vivo models have been used to study and improve the mechanisms of vascular remodeling of arteriovenous fistula. However, some models have the disadvantage of having anatomical features or a hemodynamic profile different from that of the arteriovenous fistula in humans. In the presented cervical arteriovenous fistula model, these disadvantages were eliminated. It resembles the human physiology and is an ideal animal model for arteriovenous fistula research. Moreover, in order to understand the impact of this model on animal welfare, the distress of this new animal model was analyzed. Body weight, faecal corticosterone metabolites, burrowing activity, nesting behaviour and distress scores were analysed after fistula creation and during the following three weeks. The physiological, behavioural, and neuroendocrine assessments all indicated that this model causes only moderate distress to the animals. This not only meets the need for animal ethics but also improves the quality of scientific research. Therefore, this cervical model is suitable for arteriovenous fistula research and should be used more frequently in the future.The welfare of laboratory animals is a consistent concern for researchers. Its evaluation not only fosters ethical responsibility and addresses legal requirements, but also provides a solid basis for a high quality of research. Recently, a new cervical arteriovenous model was created in mice to understand the pathophysiology of arteriovenous fistula, which is the most commonly used access for hemodialysis. This study evaluates the distress caused by this new animal model. Ten male C57B6/J mice with cervical arteriovenous fistula were observed for 21 days. Non-invasive parameters, such as body weight, faecal corticosterone metabolites, burrowing activity, nesting activity and distress scores were evaluated at each time point. Six out of ten created arteriovenous fistula matured within the observation time as defined by an increased diameter. The body weight of all animals was reduced after surgery but recovered within five days. In addition, the distress score was significantly increased during the early time point but not at the late time point after arteriovenous fistula creation. Neither burrowing activity nor nesting behaviour were significantly reduced after surgical intervention. Moreover, faecal corticosterone metabolite concentrations did not significantly increase. Therefore, the cervical murine arteriovenous fistula model induced moderate distress in mice and revealed an appropriate maturation rate of the fistulas.

On the high scientific quality of early research on strain and deformation fabrics (1835–1908)

Abstract. High-quality research developed during the 19th century established the foundations of rock strain investigations. Careful observation and description of rock fabrics and deformed objects in rocks allowed early researchers to obtain mathematical expressions that are still used today to quantify strain. Thus, in a span of a few decades, and applying basic scientific methodology, these researchers developed the concept of the strain ellipsoid, defined mathematically the difference between constant-volume and volume-loss deformation, constructed the basic equations that define pure and simple shear deformation, and discovered the mechanism of pressure–solution deformation. These advances were fundamental to seminal works on strain analysis and deformation fabrics in the mid-20th century. However, they are rarely addressed in modern studies, which suggests a lack of awareness among current researchers. In order to bring attention to these landmarks of strain research, I provide a historical review of the high standards of analysis that led to the definition of the fundamental equations and concepts on strain during the 19th century.