System In Mongolia Research Articles

Uncovering the characteristics of plastic-associated biofilm from the inland river system of Mongolia

The occurrence and characteristics of plastic debris in aquatic and terrestrial environments have been extensively studied. However, limited information exists on the properties and dynamic behavior of plastic-associated biofilms in the environment. In this study, we collected plastic samples from an inland river system in Mongolia and extracted biofilms to uncover their characteristics using spectroscopic, isotopic, and thermogravimetric techniques. Mixtures of organic and mineral particles were detected in the extracted biofilms, revealing plastic as a carrier for exogenous substances, including contaminants, in the river ecosystem. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) indicated the predominant contribution of minerals primarily comprising aluminosilicate and calcite, representing approximately 80 wt% of the biofilms. Differential thermal analysis (DTA) coupled with Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometry operated at 25°C–600 °C enabled the detection of gaseous decomposition products, such as CO2, H2O, CO, and functional groups (O–H, C–H, C–O, CO, CC, and C–C), released from biopolymers in the extracted biofilms. Dehydration, dehydroxylation, and decarboxylation reactions explain the thermal properties of biofilms. The stable carbon (δ13C) and nitrogen (δ15N) isotope ratios of the biofilms demonstrated variable signatures ranging from −24.1‰ to −27.0‰ and 3.1‰–12.3‰, respectively. A significant difference in the δ13C value (p < 0.05) among the upstream, middle, and downstream research sites could be characterized by available organic carbon sources in the river environment, depending on the research sites. This study provides insights into the characteristics and environmental behavior of biofilms which are useful to elucidate the impact of plastic-associated biofilms on organic matter and material cycling in aquatic ecosystems.

Change in Electric Power Consumption in Mongolia in 2020 and the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

This paper deals with the change in electric power (EP) consumption in Mongolia in 2020 based on data on the maximum and minimum EP consumption a day, provided by NPTG. The changes in EP consumption in Mongolia in detail as weekly or seasonal changes as well as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have not been clear, even though annual EP consumption was provided from the reports of the World Bank, IEA, and other international institutes as statistical data. Differences in the maximum average hourly and the minimum EP consumption in a day was 277 MWh (30.2%) and in the maximum and minimum daily EP consumption in 2020, which appeared in winter and summer, respectively, was 933 MWh (71.3%). Also, a 104-MWh (14.8%) drop was confirmed on special days like Naadam. To discuss the impact of COVID-19, the values of 2017 were used as a criterion for a year absent of a pandemic, and the stringency index, an indicator used to quantify the severity and stringency of government policies and measures, was introduced, and compared with the monthly EP consumption in 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic decreased the EP consumption of 40 MWh (2 to 6%) except in December due to the free-electricity policy. The EP consumption showed the dependency of the stringency index, particularly a clear drop over 50 of the index values. These new findings of EP consumption properties are expected to apply EP demand forecasting and make design plans for future EP systems in Mongolia.

Осуществление контроля за лицами, условно-досрочно освобожденными из мест лишения свободы в Монголии: проблемные аспекты и пути их решения

An article is devoted to the analysis of the state and implementation of control over persons who are released on parole from places of incarceration in Mongolia. The article considers preconditions, scientific and legal bases of formation of post-penitentiary supervision system in Mongolia, characterizes its current state. The subject of the study is the problem of penitentiary and post-penitentiary support of persons subjected to criminal punishment not related to imprisonment, as well as released from its serving in correctional institutions. The problems of organization and execution of the penal and post-penitentiary supervision in Mongolia are identified and described.&#x0D; The structural and functional organization of the service of control over persons who are released on parole from penitentiary institutions is empirically analyzed. The scope of tasks is examined, and the workload of the staff is characterized. Along with this, the needs of supervised persons are studied and the degree of their satisfaction by the service of execution of service decisions is analyzed. The discovered problems are correlated with the experience of functioning of post-penitentiary control institutions in the USA and Japan. Prospects for improving the service through public-private partnerships, public (volunteer) initiatives in the field of post-penitentiary control are considered.&#x0D; The results of the study are devoted to the prospects of transforming the service of control over parolees. It presents a set of measures to prepare convicts for release from correctional institutions of the system of execution of court decisions of Mongolia and their reintegration into society, describes the types and forms of social services provided by the state to supervised persons, considers the prospects for the introduction of probation as a practice of behavioral control and social reintegration of former convicts.

History of traditional Mongolian medical education based on Manba Datsan: A literature review.

Traditional Mongolian Medical Education (TMME) was developed based on Manba Datsan (MD) in harmony with the Buddhist philosophy-medical system in Mongolia. It was developed intensively during the 17th-20th centuries and was interrupted for a while, but it is still a part of medical care in Mongolia, training traditional medicine doctors and nurses. Its historical roots are inextricably linked with medical and philosophical development not only among Mongolians, but also in some Oriental and Western countries. This review aims to raise awareness and promote TMM, following the WHO guidelines on traditional medicines. Relevant literatures from Google Scholar, PubMed, Mongolian national and university libraries in the past 30 years were collected in this article, and books, of which the history, philosophy, and culture of TMM were analyzed. We used inductive analysis within the constructivist paradigm and conducted the research as follows: (I) analyze relevant literature reviews; (II) formulate the historical periodization of Mongolian medical education (MME); (III) explore an overview of the philosophies that have been influenced by TMME; and (IV) study the contents and phases of MD training in Mongolia. An integrated version of the historical periodization of the MME was developed with fully compatible historical periodization based on important socio-political turning points in Mongolia. TMME has been clarified by the direct and mutual influence of Oriental, and Western medical concepts. Between the 17th and 20th centuries, TMME was developed based on MD. Since 1990, the training process has been conducted in accordance with the international standards of modern vocational and higher education. Traditional Mongolian Medical Education was formed by underpinnings of the achievements of Mongolian national practical and folk medicine. This process was greatly influenced by the traditions of the Mongolian education system and achievements of oriental medical education.

Implementing a resilience‐based management system in Mongolia's rangelands

AbstractA primary challenge in advancing sustainability in rangelands and drylands is the lack of governance systems that are linked to information about highly variable ecosystem conditions. Here, we describe the national‐scale implementation of a resilience‐based management system in the rangelands of Mongolia. The system comprises several interacting elements. Land type‐specific information about rangeland conditions was captured in vegetation state‐and‐transition models (STMs) that allow interpretation of monitoring data and locally tailored restoration recommendations. Rangeland monitoring systems based on standardized protocols were developed and have been adopted by national government agencies, which provide annual, high‐quality data on rangeland conditions on which to base and adjust management decisions. Rangeland use agreements between local governments and herders' collective organizations, called Pasture Users' Groups, define their respective rights and responsibilities and introduce economic and policy incentives for management changes. Pasture Users' Groups also provide a platform for information sharing and collective action. Rangeland condition data and other indicators are linked to the Responsible Nomads product traceability system that provides consumers and industry a means to associate products with sustainable rangeland management practices. The collaboration between national agencies, international donors, scientists, and herders has been essential to initial success, but longer term support and monitoring will be needed to assess whether the adoption of resilience‐based management leads to positive social and ecological outcomes. We draw generalizations and lessons learned from this effort, which can lead to the successful implementation of new management systems across global rangelands.

A Rank Analysis and Ensemble Machine Learning Model for Load Forecasting in the Nodes of the Central Mongolian Power System

Forecasting electricity consumption is currently one of the most important scientific and practical tasks in the field of electric power industry. The early retrieval of data on expected load profiles makes it possible to choose the optimal operating mode of the system. The resultant forecast accuracy significantly affects the performance of the entire electrical complex and the operating conditions of the electricity market. This can be achieved through using a model of total electricity consumption designed with an acceptable margin of error. This paper proposes a new method for predicting power consumption in all nodes of the power system through the determination of rank coefficients calculated directly for the corresponding voltage level, including node substations, power supply zones, and other parts of the power system. The forecast of the daily load schedule and the construction of a power consumption model was based on the example of nodes in the central power system in Mongolia. An ensemble of decision trees was applied to construct a daily load schedule and rank coefficients were used to simulate consumption in the nodes. Initial data were obtained from daily load schedules, meteorological factors, and calendar features of the central power system, which accounts for the majority of energy consumption and generation in Mongolia. The study period was 2019–2021. The daily load schedules of the power system were constructed using machine learning with a probability of 1.25%. The proposed rank analysis for power system zones increases the forecasting accuracy for each zone and can improve the quality of management and create more favorable conditions for the development of distributed generation.

A Study of Grid-Connected Residential PV-Battery Systems in Mongolia

For national energy capacity improvement and CO2 emission reductions, Mongolia has focused its attention on grid-connected residential PV systems. Due to the feed-in tariff (FIT), the aggregated residential PV systems are expected to increase with the PV penetration level. Currently, there is no power injection limitation in Mongolia. A new policy for the PV penetration level of residential PV systems needs to be developed. This study analyzed the techno-economic performances of distributed PV-battery systems, considering PV generation, the historical load demand, and the tariff structure. We studied the performances of 40 combinations of PV sizes (2 kW–9 kW) and battery capacities (4.4 kWh, 6.6 kWh, 10 kWh, 12 kWh, and 15 kWh) to find feasible system sizes. The aggregated PV-battery systems in a low-voltage (LV) distribution system located in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, are also discussed. The results show that six combinations satisfied the technical and economic requirements. The maximum profit was determined to be an NPV of 1650 USD with a 9-year payback period using combination 3 (6 kW PV and 6.6 kWh battery capacity). Combination 6 (8 kW PV and 15 kWh battery capacity) shows that the energy management strategy for residential houses with battery storage has the potential to increase the installed capacity of PV systems without voltage violence in the LV network. For the distributed PV-battery storage system (BSS), the environmental analysis indicates that CO2 and SO2 emissions were reduced by 3929 t/year and 49 t/year, respectively. The findings obtained from this analysis will be used for power system planning.

Developing an LADM Valuation Information Model for Mongolia

Modern land/property valuation practice requires three-dimensional (3D) valuation, which is crucial to better valuate and assess values of property units. However, conventional land/property valuation systems primarily exist in 2D form, which hinders the accurate valuation of buildings, condominiums and land. The present study introduces the first step toward establishing an advanced land/property valuation system in Mongolia, where it is urgent to meet such requirements. We examined relevant Mongolian geospatial standards and documents, those related to land valuation (i.e., cadastral parcels and buildings), and a valuation information model, which is based on the ISO 19152:2012 Land Administration Domain Model (LADM), with the aim of developing an LADM Valuation Information Model country profile for Mongolia. After the in-depth analysis of the data model of both the LADM Valuation Information Model and the national geospatial relevant standards, we proposed the LADM Valuation Information Model country profile as a conceptual model. Our study results demonstrate how the LADM Valuation Information Model can be adapted to the Mongolian land administration system. Our findings can be used to serve a reference data model to construct 3D land/property valuation systems for efficient valuation of land (e.g., mass appraisal) and taxation purposes.

MONGOLIAN MEDICAL EDUCATION: THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

The ancient traditional system of medicine and medical education has a long history of several hundred years, whereas it has been merely 80 years since modern medical education developed in Mongolia. Beginning in the 17 th century when Mongolia was under the rule of Manchu Qing dynasty and had suffered for over 220 years, a Mongolian traditional medical school named Mamba Datsan was founded and has been developing ever since. In 1911 the National liberation movement abolished Manchu ruling and the nation stepped onto the path towards independence. As Manchu Qing dynasty laws and rules were abandoned, Manchu Tibetan script fell out of use and monasteries were closed down, the country’s shift into a new system caused the old system of medical education to be demolished and altered. In 1921 People’s revolution won in Mongolia, feudalism was abolished and Soviet style culture started flourishing. Overcoming obstacles is a difficult and a time consuming challenge while transitioning from an old system to a new one. Through the relations built with the USSR, the first steps were built for Europian Medicine and the Europian Medical Education [EME] system started to pervade. In specific, preparation of junior physicians and nurses commenced in Mongolia. In 1942 the government of the Mongolian People’s Republic made the historically pivotal decision to found National University of Mongolia (NUM) with three faculties including Faculty of Medicine . Initially the Faculty of Medicine had a shortage of teaching staffs, textbooks, laboratories and other resources, but thanks to the contributions made by Russian teachers the Medical Institute of Mongolia (MIM of) became an integral part of the curriculum. This is how the contemporary medical education system developed in Mongolia scince 1942 until 2022. By starting to select and train the first graduates as the teaching human resource base by 1942-1961, the faculty of medicine stood on its feet as an independent Medical Institute of Mongolia . At that time Russian style curriculum for preparing physicians was still being used. In 1990, the Medical Institute of Mongolia expanded and became the Medical University of Mongolia (MUM). From the founding of NUM and until mid 1990s, MUM single handedly fulfilled the role of preparing generations of medical doctors in the healthcare system in Mongolia.

Implementation of the LADM-Based Cadastral Model for Mongolia towards Transition to a 3D Cadastre

Most countries have considered the adoption of the international standard ISO 19152—Land Administration Domain Model (LADM) mostly for the improvement of their cadastral systems in the context of developing the 3D cadastre. However, the adoption of LADM is yet to be considered in Mongolia. The aim of the study is to create an LADM-based cadastral data model–Country profile for Mongolia, presenting how the standard can be tailored to the cadastral systems based on an understanding of current legal and systematic requirements. We conducted this study by taking steps to understand the current cadastral system in Mongolia, the implementation of the LADM Country profile, and the LADM conformance test for the developed model. The LADM Country profile has been created based on two parts–Administrative and Spatial. The developed country profile conformed to all classes from the low and medium levels and several classes from the high level of the Abstract Test Suite provided by the standard. In addition, we provide object-instance diagrams to help understand how the developed model can be applied to real situations. The study results will be used when considering the adoption of the standard and moving towards fulfilling modern cadastral requirements (e.g., multi-dimensional cadastres) in Mongolia.

The importance of improvement of radiation emergency medical preparedness and response system in Mongolia.

The objective was to identify and share the key challenges facing Mongolia regarding the ability to introduce and establish an effective system for radiation emergency medicine (REM). National arrangements for preparedness and response to radiological emergencies include legal documents andcommitments of regulatory bodies and governmental agencies were briefly mentioned. The key challenges include the establishment of an adequate system for radiation emergency medicine and related infrastructure; development of human resources including requirements for education, qualifications and regular trainings; supporting physical infrastructure, such as dosimetry and measurement devices including a cytogenetic biodosimetry laboratory. In addressing these challenges, the importance of establishment of an adequate system for radiation emergency medicine was highlighted. Utilization of support networks at international level such as IAEA and WHO/REMPAN which can assist Mongolia by provision of expert missions. It is considered as a crucial factor for successful implementation of the Mongolian project to develop its capacity in REM.

The Analysis of FSO Link Performance in Ulaanbaatar

Recently, developed countries are leading in telecommunications technology, and many studies are being conducted to transmit information through the free space (FSO) or atmosphere using optical frequency light waves. The natural factors that most affect the propagation of optical light waves are fog, rain, and snow. Ulaanbaatar is the capital of Mongolia and has an extreme and variable climate. This paper is devoted to analyzing FSO link performance during data transmission in Ulaanbaatar during heavy rain months (July-August) and simulation using OptiSystem software. Marshall and Palmer's model was used for data transmission using FSO link performance to estimate the rainfall reduction, and several factors such as BER rate and Q factor were investigated. We have made a detailed assessment of the result of rainfall on the FSO system in Mongolia based on the technical data on the weather in Ulaanbaatar in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the three meteorological station servers of the world weather online site www.worldweatheronline.com.

Late Quaternary lake level record of Orog Nuur, southern Mongolia, revealed by optical dating of paleo-shorelines

The Late Quaternary hydroclimatic evolution of lake systems in Mongolia remains unclear. Here we present a record of lake level variations at Orog Nuur in the Valley of Gobi Lakes in southern Mongolia, since the last interglaciation, based on paleo-shoreline dating using quartz optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) and K-feldspar post-infrared infrared stimulated luminescence (pIRIR) signals. Due to feldspar contamination that could not be eliminated, the OSL signals of quartz single-aliquots (SA), except for two Holocene samples, were unsuitable for dating and a double SA regenerative-dose (SAR) protocol was used for the quartz fraction of these two samples. The pIR 50 IR 170 and pIR 200 IR 290 signals of K-feldspar SA were used to date Holocene samples and old samples (>100 ka), respectively, with the SAR protocol. To determine the bleaching condition of the pIR 200 IR 290 signals, the first pIRIR dating of K-feldspar single-grains of lake shoreline sediments in Mongolia was performed. The equivalent doses of K-feldspar grains show normal distributions, suggesting that the pIR 200 IR 290 signals are well-bleached. Overall, the results, combined with those of previous studies, show that a mega-lake developed at 56 m above the modern lake level (a.m.l.) during MIS 5e (124.2 ± 6.8 – 114.7 ± 8.0 ka). Holocene high-stands occurred in the last deglaciation – early Holocene (11.1 ± 1.0 ka) at 23 m a.m.l. and in the mid-Holocene (6.7 ± 0.8 – 3.3 ± 0.4 ka) at 20 – 14 m a.m.l. The dimensions of the paleo-lakes were recovered, and a hydrological index indicates that the effective moisture during MIS 5e and the mid-Holocene was 10.7 times and 3.6 – 5.0 times larger than today, respectively. Finally, the possible mechanisms behind the lake level history are discussed based on correlation with independent paleoclimatic records.

Health emergency preparedness and response to the COVID-19 pandemic: Lessons learnt from Mongolia

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected countries differently depending on the resilience of the healthcare system in each country. The pandemic also revealed a lack of health emergency preparedness caused by inadequate healthcare system capacity in many low- and middle-income countries. Likewise, the COVID-19 pandemic revealed the frailty of the healthcare system in Mongolia.

Biogeochemical characteristics of the Hövsgöl–Ustilimsk water system in Mongolia and Russia: the effect of environmental factors on dissolved chemical components

Biogeochemical characteristics of the Hövsgöl–Ustilimsk water system in Mongolia and Russia: the effect of environmental factors on dissolved chemical components

The Mongolian semi-presidential constitution and its democratic performance

ABSTRACT While earlier studies of Mongolian democracy focused on actor-based explanations for its success, this study discusses the previously less examined role of Mongolia’s semi-presidential constitution in the process of democratization. It examines how the semi-presidential political system in Mongolia evolved since 1992 and offers an in-depth examination of the Mongolian semi-presidential form of government institutionalized by the 1992 constitution and its subsequent amendments. Based on this, it also addresses the question of whether the Mongolian semi-presidential constitution was a weakness or a strength to democratization. This study argues that at an early stage when the political forces were learning the rules of the game, the constitution was an overall positive influence on democratization. Moreover, the main weaknesses linked to the constitutional design were more likely to be related to weak institutional control mechanisms that could be resolved at a lower level legal framework.

Overview of the Education System in Mongolia

The aim of the article is contributing to the education system of Mongolia. In general, the education system of Mongolia is divided into four different levels or stages. In particular, the first level is preschool education, which is called a kindergarten garden when the children enrolled at three years old. The second level is secondary education with 12 years, including primary education (6 years), lower secondary education (3 years), and upper secondary education (3 years). The third level is vocational education (2 years). The final level is higher education which we provided educational finance, management, academic programs and qualifications and enrolment in this study. In addition, we analyzed the students’ majors representing the most common subjects and the number of students between 2009 and 2019 in Mongolia. Based on the results, most students choose business management followed by engineering and education. Education institutions can be categorized into public and private. Public pre-education and secondary education institutions are free of charge. However, all higher education institutions have tuition fees. For example, private universities and colleges are the most expensive. In addition, nowadays, non-formal education is rapidly developing in Mongolia. Many Mongolians follow lifelong learning for professional growth and new knowledge skills.

Государственная политика Монголии по отношению к монгольской письменности

Introduction. The Mongolian script is a prime example of the written culture of Mongols. Over the past 30 years, the Mongolian State and Government have been implementing step-by-step measures to restore and apply the Mongolian script. Goals. The survey study aims to provide an analysis on the content of each event thereto, scope of corresponding activities, and outcomes of those actions — and also identify at what level these orders and decrees are not being implemented, and what should be done to ensure that these measures be fully executed. Materials. The study analyzes decrees, orders and resolutions of the President and the Government of Mongolia. It largely focuses on the ‘National Program for Mongolian Script — I, II, III’ which was conducted by the Government since 1995. Results. The paper shows that the restoration of the national written language is one of the important tasks of the state system in Mongolia. The decree of the Small State Khural (1991) on the introduction of records management in Mongolian script in the country and the corresponding decree of the Great State Khural (1994) on the intensification of work for the implementation of this goal and the development of the National Program for Mongolian Script were of great importance for the restoration of the significance of Mongolian script. In subsequent years, the solution of the tasks was facilitated by decrees of the President of Mongolia on the celebration of the 800th anniversary of Mongolian script (2003) and on the expansion and acceleration of work on the use of Mongolian script (2018). The National Program developed in accordance with the decision of the supreme legislative body has been implemented since 1995 and contains tasks for the transition to the use of two scripts from 2025. But the measures that have been carried out since 1995 at various levels did not provide a sufficient basis for introduction of the two scripts (national Mongolian and Cyrillic ones) into the public life from 2025. However, in 2020, the practice of accelerated learning of the Mongolian script and its application began. At the moment, it is necessary to identify the difficulties that may arise when using two scripts in Mongolia since 2025. Thus, for a quarter of a century, the issue of restoring the status of the national writing system has been consistently resolved.

GIS-Based Site Suitability Analysis for Solar Power Systems in Mongolia

In this study, we employed a geographic information system (GIS)-based approach to identify sites suitable for large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant installations in Mongolia. Accordingly, cells of 30 × 30 m were used, and data based on seven criteria, including annual global horizontal radiation, annual average temperature, elevation, slope, slope direction (aspect), and distances from main roads and major power lines, were collected for each cell. GIS layers for these seven criteria were then converted into rated value layers using four grades. The weightings applied to the seven criteria were determined, using an analytical hierarchy process, by ten solar field experts. By combining the seven rating value layers with the weightings, a site suitability map was developed, using good, fair, low, and poor suitability grades. The results showed that sites graded as good, fair, low, and poor accounted for 3.27%, 53.06%, 42.59%, and 1.08% of the total surface area, respectively. Good sites were predominantly located in the southern and central regions of Mongolia. As the current demand for electric power in southern and central regions is low and high, respectively, we concluded that the central region of Mongolia should be prioritized for installing PV power plants.

Managing Herder-Community-Based Tourism: An Institutional Framework for an Integrated Social–Ecological System

Improving household livelihoods through tourism, while at the same time achieving the goals of conservation, remains a challenge in high-value nature areas around the world. This paper studies a herder-community-based tourism system in Mongolia in light of these challenges. The social–ecological system (SES) framework was used as a conceptual foundation. The generic SES framework was adapted to the case of the herder-community-based tourism system. The adapted framework was then used to assess the economic, ecological, and social objectives of the herder-community-based tourism system characterised by natural resources and cultural landscapes. Primary data collection included interviews with key informants in the tourism sector: tourism researchers, representatives of donor projects, managers of tour operators, and guides. Based on their responses, the study site was selected in the buffer zone of the Hustai National Park, which is a protected area. Respondents in the second stage of interviews were herders who participate in herder-based tourism and who live in the vicinity of the protected area. Results show that the SES framework is able to diagnose the sustainability of the herder-community-tourism system, but sustainability outcomes indicate an imbalance between social, economic, and environmental performance. The herder-community-based tourism system is successful in conserving wildlife and habitats; however, the distribution of revenues gained from tourism shows that only a small and inequitable share reaches the herder community.