Calm me down, or I'll leave: anxiety and institutional support among Ukrainian academic staff during wartime.

Background: Mental health conditions among academic staff are a growing global concern, driven by factors such as heavy workloads, job insecurity, and a lack of institutional support. Anxiety, one of the most common mental health problems, is particularly widespread in academia, affecting cognitive function and productivity. In Ukraine, the ongoing war has intensified these challenges, creating unprecedented working conditions for academic staff.

Anxiety among Ukrainian academic staff during wartime.

The ongoing war in Ukraine has significantly impacted the mental health of academic staff, with anxiety emerging as a predominant issue. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and severity of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) among Ukrainian academic staff and determine the influence of sociodemographic factors, such as gender, age, migration status, scientific degree, and job title, on anxiety levels. The research was conducted using a cross-sectional online survey between December 2023 and February 2024.

I (don't) want to go home. Will young people return to the de-occupied territories of Ukraine?

This study focuses on understanding the intentions and perspectives of the youth in Ukraine regarding their return to their native cities post-de-occupation. In the context of sustainable regional development, the research aims to grasp the complexities of the youth's mindset, which is crucial for effective policy-making and strategic planning in the post-occupation period. The study utilized a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative focus group discussions.

Inclusion in Ukrainian universities from an inside perspective.

This study investigates the state of inclusivity in Ukrainian universities, focusing on the perceptions of university staff amid the country's ongoing sociopolitical transformations. Here we report on the perceptions of 820 staff members from various professional roles, including academic, management, and support positions, this research explored inclusivity through diverse lenses, encompassing work experience, interactions with students with disabilities, and self-identification with vulnerable groups. Most respondents assessed a moderate to high level of inclusivity, indicating a positive overall outlook on inclusive practices within these institutions.

Employment of young people with disabilities: The potential of social partnership of universities, municipalities and the labor market of Ukraine.

Background: This study analyzed the existing global experience of university and labor market partnerships concerning the employment of youth with disabilities. It was found that current cooperation models are implemented locally, in a fragmented manner, and are limited to interactions between universities and large enterprises.

Objective: The research aimed to explore the current state of meeting the needs of students with disabilities in terms of providing educational services and employment opportunities and to analyze the interaction between universities, municipalities, and the labor market to improve employment opportunities for young people with disabilities.

Advanced Synthesis and Characterization of CdO/CdS/ZnO Heterostructures for Solar Energy Applications.

This study introduces an innovative method for synthesizing Cadmium Oxide /Cadmium Sulfide/Zinc Oxide heterostructures (CdO/CdS/ZnO), emphasizing their potential application in solar energy. Utilizing a combination of electrochemical deposition and oxygen annealing, the research provides a thorough analysis of the heterostructures through scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, and photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy. The findings reveal a complex surface morphology and a composite structure with significant contributions from hexagonal CdS and cubic CdO phases.

Study of β-GaO Ceramics Synthesized under Powerful Electron Beam.

The synthesis of β-GaO ceramic was achieved using high-energy electron beams for the first time. The irradiation of gallium oxide powder in a copper crucible using a 1.4 MeV electron beam resulted in a monolithic ceramic structure, eliminating powder particles and imperfections.

Burnout dynamic among Ukrainian academic staff during the war.

This study examined burnout dynamics among Ukrainian academic staff during the full-scale war. A cross-sectional study was conducted twice: the first wave in July 2022 and the second in January 2023. To assess the burnout syndrome as the final outcome, the self-reported Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services adapted for socioeconomic professions by Vodopyanova was used and correlated with different characteristics.

Ukrainian universities at the time of war: From occupation to temporary relocation.

Introduction: This paper presents a deep analysis of the impact of the Russian occupation on the activities of Berdyansk State Pedagogical University in Ukraine. This reflection sheds light on numerous challenges faced by the university community under occupation due to the the Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, particularly emphasizing human rights violations and academic freedom.

Methods: Utilizing a mixed-method approach, this study employs document analysis, online surveys, and semi-structured interviews.

Vacancy Defects in GaO: First-Principles Calculations of Electronic Structure.

First-principles density functional theory (DFT) is employed to study the electronic structure of oxygen and gallium vacancies in monoclinic bulk β-GaO crystals. Hybrid exchange-correlation functional B3LYP within the density functional theory and supercell approach were successfully used to simulate isolated point defects in β-GaO. Based on the results of our calculations, we predict that an oxygen vacancy in β-GaO is a deep donor defect which cannot be an effective source of electrons and, thus, is not responsible for n-type conductivity in β-GaO.