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The global transition to renewable energy sources is a critical component of efforts to mitigate climate change and promote sustainable development. However, this shift has significant implications for aquatic ecosystems, which are integral to biodiversity, water quality, and ecosystem services. This paper examines the impact of renewable energy transition on aquatic ecosystems by analyzing various renewable energy technologies, including hydroelectric power, wind energy, solar energy, and bioenergy. Through a comprehensive bibliographic analysis, the study explores both the positive and negative effects of these technologies on aquatic environments. Key findings indicate that while renewable energy sources generally contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and decreasing reliance on fossil fuels, they can also lead to habitat disruption, water quality degradation, and alterations in aquatic biodiversity. For instance, hydroelectric dams can fragment habitats and impede fish migration, while wind turbines may affect marine life through noise pollution and physical collisions. Conversely, solar farms and offshore wind installations offer opportunities for ecosystem restoration and the creation of artificial reefs. The paper also highlights regional case studies from North America, Europe, and Asia to illustrate the diverse impacts and mitigation strategies employed. Recommendations are provided for policymakers and stakeholders to balance renewable energy development with the preservation of aquatic ecosystems, emphasizing the need for integrated planning, environmental assessments, and the implementation of best practices. This study contributes to the ongoing discourse on sustainable energy by elucidating the complex interactions between renewable energy infrastructure and aquatic environments, thereby informing future research and policy formulation.

In the post-pandemic social and economic conditions, the proper assessment of the effectiveness of regional innovation systems (RISs) becomes a key endeavor. In our paper, we highlight the necessity to enhance the set of indicators used to evaluate the performance of regional innovation systems in countries with varying innovation capabilities. Specifically, we concentrate on examining case studies from the United States, Japan, China, and the Czech Republic, comparing their experiences with the current situation to innovations and innovation systems in Russia and drawing lessons for this country. Utilizing the Global Innovation Index (GII) rankings, we conduct an analysis of the characteristics of innovative progress and propose specific groups of indicators that can enhance the effectiveness of evaluating the innovative advancement of different regions. Moreover, we determine the need for uniqueness, flexibility, and adaptability of these based on the state's strategic guidelines in the field of innovation and the innovative potential of the territory as well as the factors of external and internal influence. In addition, we conduct and present the results of the bibliometric network analysis of the research publications retrieved from the Web of Science (WoS) database using VOSViewer software and covering the role of regional innovation systems (RISs) in shaping up the national innovation systems (NISs) both in general terms and specifically applied to the case of Russia. Our results might be relevant for the stakeholders and policymakers who are engaged in promoting innovation, regional development, and sustainable economic growth, as well as for the academics working on the topics of innovation and economic development.

At the present stage, one of the scientific problems of research is the study of processes and factors influencing sustainable development. The increasing relevance of methods for achieving sustainable development of the world economy is due to several factors. The fuel and energy complex is not only the backbone of the Russian economy, but also one of the most important elements in ensuring (taking into account climatic conditions) the country’s energy security. The geopolitical factor today forms the energy reality, and this trend implies the growing importance of developing an optimal mechanism for managing all processes in this area. Particular attention in public administration should be given to updating the priority tasks of the state energy policy and energy strategies of the Russian Federation, taking into account the goals of sustainable development. The strategic task today is to protect Russia’s interests in the dynamic system of regulation of world energy markets.

The article represents mobilised biodata of the first part of the entomological collections of the SIZK (Schmalhausen Institute of Zoology, Kyiv) collection funds. It includes 11 occurrence datasets covering three orders and 11 families of insects: Lepidoptera (Tortricidae), Diptera (Sciaridae, Syrphidae) and Hymenoptera (Braconidae, Crabronidae, Sphecidae, Chrysididae, Ichneumonidae, Eurytomidae, Torymidae, Ormyridae). The total number of records is 12,713, based on transcription of information from the labels of pinned or slide-mounted specimens. The records cover specimens collected during 1881-2022, mostly on the territory of Ukraine, but some collections also cover the territory of other countries. The primary purpose of publishing these data is to secure the future of the SIZK collections, which are still at risk of war damage and to make the mobilised data freely and remotely accessible through GBIF. In total, three orders and 11 families of insects are represented with 12,713 records: Lepidoptera (Tortricidae), Diptera (Sciaridae, Syrphidae) and Hymenoptera (Braconidae, Crabronidae, Sphecidae, Chrysididae, Ichneumonidae, Eurytomidae, Torymidae, Ormyridae).

This article considers such problems as evaluating the effectiveness of social services and public needs financing. Due to the fact that social services are provided and funded by state or local authorities, assessment of their effectiveness requires special tools. Existing legally defined methods have several drawbacks and do not provide an objective picture. A comparative analysis of estimates according to official methodology and the author's empirical research are present in this article. On this basis, the conclusion about need for a different approach of providing the state (municipal) services is formulated.

Performance indicators of the enterprise strategy from a theoretical point of view and their application in the activities of economic entities were considered. The technique of multidimensional comparative performance evaluation of the enterprise strategy was founded; the more specific elements of the evaluation were suggested. The main advantage of the method is the ability to choose an adequate development strategy. The importance of the implementation of the efficient enterprise strategy at the macroeconomic level as a pledge of successful social and economic development of territories was presented.

Performance indicators of the enterprise strategy from a theoretical point of view and their application in the activities of economic entities were considered. The technique of multidimensional comparative performance evaluation of the enterprise strategy was founded; the more specific elements of the evaluation were suggested. The main advantage of the method is the ability to choose an adequate development strategy. The importance of the implementation of the efficient enterprise strategy at the macroeconomic level as a pledge of successful social and economic development of territories was presented.

Background/Objectives: Tuberculosis (TB) remains the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent worldwide. In line with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) goal to end TB by 2035, the rapid development and clinical implementation of new, effective vaccines is urgently needed. To support global TB control efforts, we developed a novel candidate subunit multistage vaccine. Methods: This vaccine incorporates multiple Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigens expressed during both dormant and active stages of infection, fused into a single recombinant protein (ESAT6-CFP10-Ag85A-Rv2660c-Rv1813c). The antigen was encapsulated in biodegradable poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) nanoparticles along with the pattern recognition receptor (PRR) agonists monophosphoryl lipid A (MPLA) and muramyl dipeptide (MDP), which function as adjuvants. Results: Using a mixed intramuscular/nasal prime-boost regimen, the vaccine elicited a mixed Th1/Th17 cell-mediated immune response, as well as a robust humoral response characterized by sustained systemic IgG (lasting at least one year) and prominent local secretory IgA. The vaccine demonstrated protective efficacy as a prophylactic booster following BCG priming in both murine and guinea pig models and was also effective in a therapeutic setting in a murine infection model. Conclusions: The results of this study provide empirical evidence that multistage tuberculosis vaccines represent a promising strategy for achieving global TB control.