Semantic features of the phraseological units with the component light within the artistic discourse

Conduct lexical and semantic analysis on the concept light in the artistic discourse of postmodern fictio

IDENTIFICATION OF GEOCHEMICAL MARKERS OF VOLCANISM BY THE CLUSTER ANALYSIS FOR THE BOTTOM SEDIMENTS OF THE THERMAL LAKE FUMAROLNОЕ ACCORDING TO SR-XRF

We carried out layer-by-layer scanning (with a step of 1 mm) of the bottom sediments of the thermal lake Fumarolnое with SR-XRF (X-ray fluorescence analysis using synchrotron radiation). The lake is located in the caldera of the Uzon volcano (Kamchatka). The section of the bottom sediments of lake IV Fumarolnое covering the time interval from 260 AD to 2012 is diverse in chemical and mineral composition. Two pyroclastic horizons are observed. The chemical composition of the bottom sediments showed the presence of different layers in which such chemical elements as: Ca, Sr, As, Sb, Mo. Cluster analysis performed for chemical elements revealed the boundaries of layers with different geochemical characteristics. The boundaries of these layers coincide with the horizons identified by mineralogical analysis. At the same time, statistical methods of geochemical data processing allowed unambiguously identifying pyroclastic horizons by elemental composition. We show that the data of SR-XRF analysis in conjunction with cluster analysis can be used to separate the gravity core into layers. The data are in good agreement with the separation data into layers using mineralogical methods

Reengineering of construction organizations and reengineering of the construction industry

The change of technological and managerial processes caused by scientific and technological progress and designated in the state strategy as the digital transformation should be reflected in the qualitative transformation of organizational structures and methods of implementation of investment and construction activities both at the corporate level and at the industry level. This qualitative transformation is commonly referred to as re-engineering. As a practice and as a methodology reengineering has in its genesis certain phenomena, and for justification uses theoretical tools advised by them. In this regard, the authors in the article argue that digital transformation should be a component of a deeper change in the sectors of the national economy -technological transformation. In terms of practical value reengineering for the industry and its corporate level can be seen as an effective technology for managing the timing and cost of construction, taking into account the needs of the population in the formation of a comfortable and safe environment of life

CLINICAL CLASSIFICATION OF TUBERCULOSIS WHEN ASSESSING THE PREVALENCE OF CAVERNOUS FORMS OF THE DISEASE

Cavernous form of tuberculosis being important in its clinical aspects is presented with the reference to pathogenesis, morphogenesis, structure of cavitary wall as acute pneumoniogenic cavity, bronchogenic cavity, cavity from the focus with pre-existing capsule, without expressed fibrosis, with perifocal changes and without them, with semination foci and without them.The statement of the long-lasting impropriety of official statistic rates received through current clinical classification of tuberculosis (ICD-10) explains the increase oftuberculosis prevalence and raises the need to review the classification oftuberculosis and points atthe urgency oftuberculosis control actions adequate for current unfavorable epidemic situation

Long-term outcome of oral-aural rehabilitation in patients with cochlear implants

Background. Cochlear implantation is currently the most effective method for oral-aural rehabilitation in children with severe sensorineural hearing loss and deafness. Nevertheless, some controversies remain on timing of surgery and use of mono- and bilateral implants.Objectives. Assessment of the long-term results of oral-aural rehabilitation in children with mono- and bilateral cochlear implants depending on timing of the surgical intervention.Methods. The following oral-aural rehabilitation phases were scored in children with mono-and bilateral cochlear implants: “Language stage of speech perception and production” and “Understanding of coherent speech and complex text”. A retrospective assay used data on 98 patients following long-term oral-aural rehabilitation after cochlear surgery. Command ofmain language components and oral speech was assessed in detail against 12 skill learning criteria by psychoneurologists and teachers of the deaf. Statistical analyses were carried out with MS Office Excel 2010.Results. The “Language stage of speech perception and production” phase long-term scoring in children with bilateral cochlear implants demonstrated the skills of developing auditory memory, active (expressive) vocabulary, dialogic speech and voice control to account for an over 50% improvement in the cohort having had surgery under 3 years of age. In patients with monolateral implants, the additional distinctive skills were aural-visual and aural speech perception and command of coherent speech (over 60% difference vs. the cohort with surgery under 7 years of age). The “Understanding of coherent speech and complex text” phase scoring against three criteria was used to conclude on rehabilitation efficacy after cochlear implantation, approve early surgery and provide further counsel for social adaptation in cochlear implant patients.Conclusion. A comprehensive post-cochlear implant rehabilitation scoring against a number of key criteria provides a more consistent view of oral-aural skill learning. A detailed evaluation of the basic communication tools like command of the main language components and oral speech affirmed the feasibility of bilateral cochlear implantation in children under 3 years of age. The results were used to advance social adaptation in cochlear implant patients

Development of structural components of future technicians’ professional competencies during their studies of general disciplines in college

The relevance of the problem stems from the necessity to develop and implement the formation model for structural components of future technicians’ professional competencies during their studies of general professional disciplines. The purpose of the article is to carry out a theoretical study, to develop and approbate a model that forms the structural components of future maintenance and repair of automobile technicians’ professional competencies during their studies of general professional discipline “Materials science”. The leading method towards studies of this problem is technologies and methods of educational process modeling; works on educational research methodology. The article theoretically proves, develops and approbates a formation model for future maintenance and repair of automobiles technicians’ professional competencies during their studies of general professional discipline “Materials science”. This article may be useful for developing the competence-oriented content for training courses aimed at the formation of structural components of professional competencies. © 2016 Kopilov et al

Genetic environment of the blaKPC-2 gene in a Klebsiella pneumoniae isolate that may have been imported to Russia from Southeast Asia

The nucleotide sequence of a blaKPC-2-harboring plasmid (pKPCAPSS) from Klebsiella pneumoniae ST273 isolated in Saint Petersburg, Russia, from a patient with history of recent travel to Vietnam is presented. This 127,970-bp plasmid possessed both IncFII and IncR replicons. blaKPC-2 was localized on a hypothetical mobile element. This element was flanked by 38-bp inverted Tn3 repeats and included a Tn3-specific transposase gene, macrolide resistance operon (mphA-mrx-mphR), and a fragment of blaTEM with unique polymorphisms. © 2017 American Society for Microbiology. All Rights Reserved

FREQUENCY AND METHODS OF CORRECTION OF MAGNESIUM DEFICIENCY IN YOUNG WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE AT TAKING COMBINED ORAL CONTRACEPTIVE PILLS

Magnesium is one of the important elements, necessary for the most of biochemical reactions, including those in nerve tissue. Magnesium insufficiency takes a leading position in the structure of elemental status pathology. 20-63 % of females of 18-45 years have borderline or moderate magnesium deficiency. Earlier conducted studies showed decreased level of magnesium in blood serum of women using combined oral contraceptive pills (COCP). We examined 137 young females of reproductive age (average age -19,1 ± 1,1 years) and defined the level of magnesium in blood serum and 24-hour urine at the background of taking COCP. Depending on the level of magnesium in blood serum all women were divided into 2 groups. Females who planned to use COCP and had initially normal level of magnesium in blood serum (n = 88) were randomized to form groups of observation and prophylaxis (with the use of magnesium preparations). All women with reduced level of magnesium (n = 49) together with hormonal contraceptive were prescribed magnesium preparation in combination with pyridoxine. The women with preventive use of magnesium-containing preparation had no significant reduction of magnesium level either in blood or in urine. And the women with reduced Mg level who were taking COCP and received magnesium-containing preparation in combination with pyridoxine had increased level of magnesium in blood serum and 24-hour urine. Thus, prescription of magnesium preparations in combination with pyridoxine to young women of reproductive age using combined oral contraceptive pills has been proved reasonable for reducing the risk of magnesium deficiency

Private Health Insurance in the Post-Pandemic Era: Spatial Econometric Market Development Analysis

The post-COVID era has posed unprecedented challenges to healthcare systems worldwide, urging a reevaluation of healthcare financing mechanisms. This study investigates the evolving landscape of private health insurance markets in the aftermath of the pandemic while considering the influence of international sanctions. Employing a spatial lag model (SLM), data from Albania, Russia, and Malaysia were analyzed to uncover the intricate interplay of factors shaping private health insurance coverage rates. The findings reveal nuanced patterns and disparities across these countries. The significance of variables varies: while private insurance share and government health expenditure consistently exhibit positive and substantial impacts on coverage rates, the unemployment rate presents differential effects. COVID-19 deaths influence coverage in Russia, emphasizing the pandemic's specific impact. Moreover, hospital beds’ significance in Malaysia underscores healthcare infrastructure's varying importance. Importantly, the spatial lag effect is consistently significant, emphasizing regional interdependence. Collectively, our study highlights the multifaceted determinants of private health insurance coverage, revealing insights crucial for policymakers navigating post-pandemic healthcare financing challenges among international sanctions. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2023-07-06-013 Full Text: PD