Bulletin of Akaki Tsereteli State University
Bulletin of Akaki Tsereteli State University is a scientific peer-reviewed/refereed multidisciplinary journal of Akaki Tsereteli State University. It is possible to publish papers in the journal in Georgian and other foreign (English, German, French) languages with an attached extended abstract in English. The bilingual (Georgian-English) journal University Moambe began functioning at Akaki Tsereteli State University in 1993 and from 2013, under the name Akaki Tsereteli State University Moambe. It is published twice a year. Journal DOI: https://doi.org/10.52340/atsu ISSN: 2233-3711
The Role of International Relations in the Global Health Agenda
The aim of the study is to analyze the potential and contribution of international relations in shaping the global health agenda. Health diplomacy is increasingly important in modern international relations. It involves using diplomatic negotiations and instruments to address global health challenges. The main goal of health diplomacy is to build trust between states, exchange information, mobilize joint resources, and create international legal frameworks on global health issues. International relations are the most important catalyst for the global health agenda. Their multifaceted approach, diplomatic platforms, ability to pool resources and soft power potential give hope that the world community will be able to effectively respond to the global challenges of modern health.
Investigating the possibilities of using textile materials formed from untwisted yarn in multifunctional multilayer composites
Rapid changes in engineering and technology have put on the agenda the creation of new types of materials —multifunctional textile composites, in which layers of fibrous materials with different structures, and physical, mechanical, and chemical properties are arranged in a predetermined sequence. Such materials simultaneously meet many, sometimes contradictory requirements. The article discusses the possibility of forming a multifunctional, multilayered textile composite for medical purposes using textile materials obtained from untwisted siblon yarn.
multifunctional multilayer textile composite
Development of a method for calculating the coefficient of thermal expansion in phase transformation temperature intervals
The paper analyzes dilatometric curves and proposes a method for determining the coefficient of linear expansion in the temperature intervals of phase transformations. Experiments conducted by foreign researchers and the method proposed by them are used for comparative analysis. The temperature interval of the phase transformation of the dilatometric curve is divided into two regions, and the „AutoCad“ and „MathCad“ software packages are used for the simulation. The values ​​of the regression coefficients are found using the built-in functions of „MathCad“ and the dependence of the coefficient of thermal expansion on temperature in each region is determined.
Efficient innovative tillage tool – a plow
The article discusses important soil characteristic parameters, the characteristics of soils in Georgia and similar countries and their plowing process, the shortcomings of using the production plows on slopes and soils with uneven surfaces, for the correction of which, a more effective innovative plowing tool (plow) with a stable tillage depth is proposed, which will improve the quality of soil treatment and increase crop yields.
Determination of technological parameters for knitting old Georgian ornaments on knitting machines
The work presents the results of analysis, systematization, typologization and classification of old Georgian woven ornaments by using modern technologies. Namely: we made sketches and knitting schemes of the found patterns, selected yarn and raw materials. To determine the optimal technological parameters of knitting, we carried out knitting on household type machines LK150, LK155 and SK280, on flat-panel machine "ПВПЭМ" and on computer-controlled knitting machine "ARROW*STAR". With yarn of different linear densities, patterns were knitted and processed to obtain optimal knitting parameters for a mathematical model. Patterns of ornaments were knitted using the obtained technological package. The results showed that on machines of the SK280, LK150 and LK150 Type, any ornament can be woven, while on a flat Fang machine only horizontal geometric ornament. On the computer-controlled knitting machine "ARROWSTAR“, a horizontal geometric ornament was knitted like a flat knitting machine. Complexly shaped woven ornaments can be obtained with knitting machines equipped with computer programming.
Higher Education Funding Policies and Challenges in the Baltic Countries
The present paper examines the higher education funding policies and challenges of the Baltic countries (Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania). The aim of the paper is to determine the possibilities of applying this experience in the Georgian context. The significance of the research is due to the fact that Georgia, on its path to European integration, faces the necessity of reforming its higher education system, in which improving funding policy plays an important role. The experience of the Baltic countries, as successful examples from the post-Soviet space, represents a valuable resource for achieving this goal. Specific recommendations are presented to increase the effectiveness of higher education funding, which Georgia can use to promote system sustainability, quality improvement, and increased accessibility. Particular emphasis is placed on the institutional and legislative changes necessary for effectively adapting the successful Baltic experience to Georgian reality.
Sustainable Institutional Development of Cities and Contemporary Regional Policy
"Sustainable development" refers to a system of national growth that ensures human well-being, quality of life, and the rights of future generations to benefit from natural resources and the environment. It aims to safeguard these resources as much as possible from both quantitative and qualitative changes, while considering the interests of economic development and environmental protection. Sustainable development emphasizes long-term economic growth with a strong focus on environmental protection. The concept of sustainable development involves several dimensions: environmental, economic, social, and often, institutional. Institutions are key determinants of long-term economic growth and development. They foster economic progress, and the decisions they make impact the successful implementation of sustainable development strategies.
Technology and Faith: Paths of Orthodoxy in the Digital Space
The Internet, as a means of information transfer through electronic channels, has long been an integral part of society. Accordingly, it is also an effective tool for influencing public opinion. The study has shown that Orthodox churches (Georgia, Russia, Ukraine, and Serbia) actively use electronic methods of information transmission and dissemination. The Internet creates an opportunity for Orthodox churches to communicate with believers in different parts of the world and remain in continuous contact with them. Using digital technologies, they can strengthen international solidarity and spread the Orthodox teaching. In the digital space, it is possible to spread religious topics, and dialogue between believers and clergy. In this regard, one of its segments, the “Orthodox Internet”, is part of the Internet and is gaining popularity, which Orthodox churches use well in their work as an effective, modern means of spreading the Gospel, Orthodox ideas, and values. Its use is effective in establishing vocabulary and terminology in everyday life. Technology and faith are especially important for Orthodoxy, as we face the challenge of combining faith, tradition, and innovation. However, the development of the digital age and the rapid spread of information, on the one hand, are an opportunity, and on the other hand, they create the problem of the rapid spread of misinformation, that is, an increase in the risk of misinformation. Our studies in this specific field have also confirmed that, along with high opportunities and a high degree of freedom, the Internet also carries high risks and requires great caution about certain issues.
In the Captivity of Passion: The Multilayered World of Racine's Phaedra
The article is dedicated to Jean Racine's tragedy "Phaedra," which is considered a masterpiece of French classicism. The paper explores the concept of the "innocent criminal" through the example of Phaedra's character. The article examines how Racine managed to adapt the ancient plot and humanize the mythological character. It analyzes Phaedra's internal conflict between duty and passion, which ultimately leads to her tragic end. The article pays special attention to the question of whether Phaedra is a slave to her passion or a victim of fate. The paper investigates the role of social norms, public opinion, feelings, and destiny in Phaedra's "crime."
Music as Schopenhauerian Will (Wille) and Thomas Mann's Essay Schopenhauer
The given article analyzes the reception of music as Schopenhauerian Will (Wille) in Thomas Mann's essay "Schopenhauer," discusses the existing scholarly literature on this topic, briefly reviews the idea of Will and Representation in the German philosopher's work, examines music as an imprint of the Will, and explores the interpretation of music as Schopenhauerian Will by Thomas Mann in the essay "Schopenhauer," which was written in 1938 during the writer's American emigration.
Interpretations of the Martyrdom of Abo - 'The Martyrdom of Abo of Tbilisi' by Ioane Sabanisdze and 'Ten Days of Abo's Martyrdom' by Giorgi Shatberashvili
Georgian spiritual literature played a decisive role in preserving national identity and shaping public consciousness at every stage of history. This tradition emerged from a new perspective in the second half of the 20th century. The article aims to provide a comparative analysis of two works - "The Martyrdom of Abo of Tbilisi" and "Ten Days of Abo's Martyrdom." The comparison of artistic-aesthetic and ideological-content aspects confirms the reception of spiritual literature in modern Georgian writing, its literary transformation and interpretation, which is conditioned by the spiritual and aesthetic requirements of different epochs.
Levan Gotua’s Drama “Shota Rustaveli” in the Context of Modernist Aesthetics
The creative works of the prominent 20th-century writer Levan Gotua reflect the author's stance on the processes taking place within the Soviet sphere. His novels, short stories, and dramas capture the significant social and spiritual transformations characteristic of his era. Among Gotua's artistic output, his dramaturgy remains the least explored. In this article, we aim to analyze L. Gotua’s play “Shota Rustaveli” from a de-ideologized perspective, highlighting its literary and aesthetic values and revealing the writer's subjective attitude toward the issues addressed in the play. Discussing this play from a modern perspective will allow us to determine its place in the writer's work and in the history of twentieth-century Georgian dramaturgy in general. Unlike his other plays, in “ Shota Rustaveli”, the writer employs unique artistic techniques such as the inner monologue, text within a text, and the concept of theatre within the theatre, which brings the drama closer to modernist artistic practices. “Shota Rustaveli” demonstrates the construction of an independent artistic reality, the duplication of theatrical space—essentially, a play within a play—resulting in a form of self-reflection in terms of structure.
Satirized Philosophical Ideas in Aristophanes ‘Clouds’
The main feature of Aristophanes’ ‘Clouds’ is to deride serious philosophical issues. Aristophanes tries to use certain ways through which he manages to make us consider sophistic thinking as an absurd and create a comic effect. The main issue is that the characters of the comedy do not have the complete education in philosophy that is quite visible in their ‘argumentative’ conversations and the reader makes sure that a person is very hilarious when speaking about the issues which he hasn’t realized properly.
The information about Prometheus is organized in accordance with certain worldview principles of Hesiod. Hesiod's starting point is: Zeus is the supreme god, the guardian of truth, and because of this, opposing him is a sin that deserves just punishment. In such a situation, it is natural to expect that the myth of Prometheus will be presented by this author as an illustrative example of his concept. How does Hesiod manage to do this? There could have been two ways to realize the idea: 1. Reworking the myth itself; 2. Leaving the myth objectively, and interpreting key passages in a unique way.
A Review of Cultural Codes and Their Units Identified as a Result of the Analysis of Phraseological Units Related to the Semantic Meaning “Age” in Modern English and Georgian Languages
The article discusses the cultural codes and their units identified as a result of the analysis of phraseological units related to the semantic meaning “Age” in modern English and Georgian languages. In particular, the Anthropomorphic Cultural Code (″Wet behind the ears″, ″Baby in arms″), the Biomorphic Cultural Code (″Don’t teach your grandmother to suck eggs″, ″Never offer to teach fish to swim″), the Cultural Code of Colors (″In one’s green years″, ″Out of a clear blue sky″) and the Cultural Code of Anthroponyms (″St. Martin’s summer″, ″One’s old Dutch″). The article also provides the history of the origin and use of several units.
Lexical Approach – Vocabulary Teaching Techniques for ESL Learners Through Proper Lesson Shapes
To date, lexis acquisition has been largely dependent upon the practice of other language skills. However, this has been shown to be insufficient in achieving an appropriate vocabulary expansion. Teaching vocabulary is one of the main issues if we focus on Learner’s fluency and wish to hear native-like and free utterances from the students. Proper vocabulary along with functional language enables them to be on the same level with the native speakers, to be understood properly and to perform extended utterances. Vocabulary must be acquired better through direct study and large amount of quality input. Bearing in mind latest second language theories, we may suggest how we should offer learners new target vocabulary, or more precisely through what techniques we are providing for better understanding and acquisition. Here, in our further paper we would like to introduce and classify all probable methods of better understanding of new vocabulary and provide strategies for its enhancement. The proposed teaching methodology will enable students to be involved in teaching process as in something interesting, challenging and informative, and on the other hand, we teachers will reach the goal – it will enhance our learners’ vocabulary, and also will make teaching process enjoyable and stimulating.
A new range of pastilles using chia seeds
Due to the significant population growth around the world, the accelerated pace of life, and the dramatically deteriorated environmental conditions, the structure of human nutrition has changed significantly. Unfortunately, the majority of modern food products are saturated with chemicals that pose a threat to the human body. Since the beginning of the current century, increasing attention has been paid to the production of healthy and safe food products, with less fat and sugar content, as well as to the replacement of technological supplements of synthetic origin with natural ones. Currently, supplements of plant origin, which contain vitamins, micro- and macroelements, unsaturated fatty acids, and dietary fibers, are of great interest. The use of such supplements allows us to obtain new products with high nutritional value, good organoleptic indicators, and appropriate therapeutic and preventive properties. In this regard, it is very important to develop the technology of pastille of a functional purpose, enriched with biologically active substances. Chia seeds were selected by us for this purpose. The results of the study showed that the best organoleptic and physicochemical indicators are the products, in the recipe of which we added chia seeds in the amount of 6% apple puree.
organoleptic and physicochemical indicators
On the feasibility of using guineafowl meat in the production of healthy food
The article analyzes data on the chemical composition and beneficial properties of the less common guinea fowl meat in Georgia, including in comparison with other types of poultry meat. The organoleptic characteristics of the guinea fowl carcass have been studied. The determination of the share of the products obtained as a result of slaughter showed that guinea fowl is distinguished by high meat yield. The functional-technological and physico-chemical properties of guinea fowl meat have been determined, which indicate its compliance with the requirements for high-quality meat. The obtained data indicate the feasibility of using guinea fowl meat in dietary nutrition and in the production of healthy food.
Climate-Smart Agro-Ecological Technologies in Viticulture
The article analyzes research conducted on yellow-podzolic soils in a private farm located in the Bagdati Municipality of the Imereti region. The primary aim of the study was to enhance the physical and chemical properties of the soil to meet the agro-industrial requirements for grape cultivation. Another objective was to establish the productive properties of the soil for young vineyards in the context of climate change. The tasks included monitoring grapevine growth and development, identifying limiting factors, and mitigating their impact under the altered agro-landscape conditions caused by climate change. The study explores and selects effective agro-ecological technologies for the care and cultivation of grapevines in waterlogged soils of the Imereti region. It identifies reclamation methods for physically degraded waterlogged soils, outlines strategies to maintain the qualitative characteristics of grape varieties, and provides approaches to increase their productivity. Additionally, the article describes the research methods applied and presents the achieved results.
Rose Cultivation in Georgia and Its Intensive Propagation Methods
Roses are primarily propagated vegetatively using two methods: cuttings and grafting. In the case of cutting propagation, the season and the environment where the rooting process takes place are crucial. Great attention is also given to the proper selection of rose varieties, as different varieties grow differently under the same conditions. To obtain high-quality and large quantities of rose planting material, grafting is an effective method, which is carried out using different techniques depending on the seasons. Research has shown that the best time for grafting is when the rootstock is in the vegetative process, sap flow has started, and the buds are in a dormant state. Rose grafting can be done in early spring, at the beginning of March, when the first signs of vegetation begin, in addition to August. Grafting in March can be performed both in open ground and in closed greenhouse spaces. Grafting conducted in greenhouse environments is more effective because the final product is obtained more quickly.
Economic Factor of Implementation of New Public Management in Georgia (Municipality Infrastructure Context)
Using numerical comparison and case analysis in solving the text-based problems in the primary grades
The Perspective of Medicinal Plant Dandelion in Future Pharmaceutical Production
Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Health Status and Quality of life of Inpatient Doctors and Nurses in Georgia
Challenges of Introducing the Critical Case Management System as an Indicator of the Quality of Medical Services
On finding a proper number and proper vector-funciton for first plane interior homogeneous boundary value problem of stationary oscillation with regard to moment strains
About Iterative Solution Method of Boundary-Contact Problems
Boundary Estimates Of Quasiconformal Mappings of Closed Domains
The Production of the Low-Toxic Wooden Boards
Methods of Reducing Residual Stresses and Deformations in the Manufacture of Light Metal Structures