Multidisciplinary, Business, Management and Accounting, Economics, Econometrics and Finance, Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
8
Scopus Publications
Scopus Publications
From Virtual Prototyping to Digital Fashion: How Emerging Technologies Are Setting New Standards for Sustainability in the Creative Industries Valeriia Shcherbak, Oleksandr Dorokhov, Viktoriia Riashchenko, Mariya Storozhuk, Andrej Bertoncelj, Maja Meško Sustainability Switzerland, 2026 In the context of digitalization and growing demands for environmental responsibility, creative industries are seeking ways to reduce their material footprint. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of digital technologies, such as virtual prototyping and digital fashion, in shaping new sustainability standards. To achieve this, a systemic multidisciplinary approach was applied, combining comparative analysis, quantitative assessment of key indicators (MIRR, CFCI, VSR), and the calculation of the Integral Sustainability Index (ISI).The results show that virtual prototyping reduces material costs by 45–65% and the number of physical prototypes by 3–5 times; however, its energy efficiency depends on project complexity and is achieved only after the ‘energy break-even point.’ Digital fashion practices demonstrate the potential to reduce the carbon footprint, but only when utilizing energy-efficient digital infrastructure. The integrated assessment revealed an increase in the overall level of sustainability (with $ISI$ rising from 0.52 to 0.71) during the transition to digital processes. The main conclusion is that digital technologies establish new sustainability standards, yet their positive impact is realized only through the conscious design of technological systems, business models, and institutional environments focused on balancing environmental, economic, and social goals.
Digital Transformation of Education and Social Inclusion: The Case of Ukrainian Refugees in the Baltic States Valeriia Shcherbak, Valentina Djakonа, Viktoriia Riashchenko, Iryna Shcherbak, Valentуna Yatsenko Journal of Teacher Education for Sustainability, 2025 The integration of Ukrainian refugees in the Baltic countries (Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia) has become one of the key social challenges amidst the crisis caused by military actions in Ukraine. Digital educational technologies are increasingly significant, facilitating refugees’ social, economic, and linguistic integration into host countries. The digital transformation of educational processes contributes to the successful social integration of Ukrainian refugees in the Baltic states by helping to overcome language barriers, providing access to education, and supporting their psychological well-being. The aim of this study is to assess the impact of digital educational programs on the social integration of Ukrainian refugees in the Baltic countries, as well as to determine the extent of their influence on language competence, employment levels, and social activity. The study employs correlation and regression analysis methods to evaluate the relationship between participation in digital educational programs and key integration indicators. Additionally, a multivariate factor analysis has been applied to identify the comprehensive impact of social and educational factors on integration success. The results show that participation in digital educational programs significantly influences language proficiency (a correlation coefficient of 0.75), contributes to higher employment rates (0.68), and has a moderate impact on social activity (0.52). However, digital inequality among refugees has been identified, creating additional barriers to integration. Digital educational technologies play a crucial role in the integration of Ukrainian refugees, particularly in overcoming language barriers and increasing employment opportunities. For successful integration, it is necessary to develop programs aimed at improving digital skills and enhancing social activity, as well as strengthening cross-sector cooperation to create an inclusive environment.
Refugee integration through social support: A clustering approach in host countries Valeriia Shcherbak, Svitlana Tereshchenko, Tetiana Kostyshyna, Viktoriia Riashchenko, Valentуna Yatsenko International Journal of Population Studies, 2025 In the context of mass displacement caused by war and other crises, the integration of refugees has become a critical task for host countries. This study examines nine recipient countries, with a detailed focus on Poland, Germany, and the Czech Republic, chosen for their geographical proximity to Ukraine and their differing levels of social support and integration programs. Effective social support measures are essential for fostering an inclusive society and achieving sustainable socioeconomic development. The study aims to classify host countries based on their integration efforts and identify key indicators influencing refugee integration, such as access to social services, employment rate, language proficiency, and participation in integration programs. Using hierarchical clustering (Joining Tree method) and K-means cluster analysis, the study groups countries based on similarities in their integration policies and outcomes. Statistical data collected over 3 years (2022 – 2024) were analyzed to highlight patterns and relationships among integration indicators. Germany, characterized by advanced social support – €357 in social assistance on average per person per month and 85% access to integration programs – formed a distinct cluster with Great Britain, reflecting a high level of integration effort. Poland and the Czech Republic, grouped in a separate cluster, demonstrated moderate but improving integration policies. The findings highlight the multifaceted nature of refugee integration, where access to services and employment opportunities play foundational roles, while language proficiency and social participation ensure long-term inclusion. This study confirms the importance of well-developed social support systems in facilitating refugee integration and offers evidence-based insights for improving integration policies. The findings contribute to ongoing migration policy debates, providing practical recommendations for fostering inclusive and sustainable societies.
Geoinformation Internet Platform for Interactive Charity Tourism in the Current Realities of Ukraine Valeriia Shcherbak, Liudmyla Dorokhova, Viktoriia Riashchenko, Oleksandr Dorokhov, Valentina Djakona, Oleksii Yermolenko Tourism and Hospitality, 2024 In the context of armed conflicts, regions often face infrastructure destruction and economic difficulties. The development of tourism can be a key factor in recovery and economic growth. Geospatial platforms for interactive charitable tourism offer a promising solution for attracting tourists and stimulating the development of affected regions. The aim of this study is to assess the effectiveness of geospatial platforms for interactive charitable tourism as a tool for attracting tourists and promoting the recovery and development of regions affected by armed conflicts. This study employed regression and correlation analysis methods. The analysis revealed significant positive correlations for all variables. The correlation coefficient for audience reach was 0.75, for the effectiveness of attracting donations—0.8, for the economic impact on the region—0.9, for user interaction with the platform—0.85, for platform sustainability—0.78, and for social impact—0.92. The t-statistic values exceeded the critical thresholds, and the p-values were below 0.05, confirming the statistical significance of the results. The coefficient of determination was 0.91, indicating a high explanatory power of the model. For the four obtained clusters, approaches to the development and use of geospatial platforms were justified. For regions of Cluster 1 with high audience reach (0.75) and moderate effectiveness of attracting donations (0.8), it is recommended to use technologies to improve connectivity and effectively promote their strengths. For regions of Cluster 2 with high sustainability and high tourism potential (high social impact = 0.92), it is necessary to include advanced geospatial solutions to increase visitor engagement and optimize recovery strategies, building on existing strengths to attract more tourists and stimulate sustainable development. For regions of Cluster 3, significant investments are required both in geospatial platforms and in tourism infrastructure to benefit from high tourism potential (economic impact on the region = 0.9). Strategic development and targeted marketing should be a priority to attract tourists and stimulate economic growth. Regions of Cluster 4 with low sustainability and tourism potential (low user interaction with the platform = 0.85 and platform sustainability = 0.78) require comprehensive support, as they are in a crisis situation.
Ethical concerns in using of Generative Tools in Higher Education: Cross - Country Study Jūlija Mironova, Viktoriia Riashchenko, Remigijus Kinderis, Valentina Djakona, Sevdalina Dimitrova Vide Tehnologija Resursi Environment Technology Resources, 2024 Even though the historical development of artificial intelligence started in the mid-20th century, since the launching of Chat GPT this concept emerged in the scientific and educational agenda. Different concerns are arising at different education levels, starting from a discussion about whether should it be considered plagiarism, and ending with ethical aspects of the usage of Chat GPT by students and educators. The research aims to research the main recent scientific findings about generative tools in artificial intelligence and the ethical aspects of its usage in education. Methods used – analysis of recent scientific findings and statistical analysis of the answers of the respondents on authors created a survey for students of Higher Education Institutions about their attitudes and knowledge towards Generative Tools of Artificial Intelligence. Analysis was performed via SPSS comparing the opinion of students towards ethics of Generative Tools of AI from different countries. Results of the research show the attitudes of students towards the usage of Generative Tools of Artificial Intelligence from different countries.
Management approach to implementation of eep-system and cbip for effective of enterprises' integration N. Maslii, V. Riashchenko, L. Syvolap, Olesia Bezpartochna Journal of Information Technology Management, 2021 It has been proved that in the era of globalization and the development of information technologies, the need to optimize the supply chain of services increases, since the integration of participants in this chain is performed without the use of modern management information systems. In the paper, with the help of logic-cognitive, structural-functional methods, structural-logical and imitation modelling, a management approach to simulation of business interaction in the integration of enterprises with elements of ERP-system and CBIP is developed and proposed, which allows you to create a flexible, adaptive and secure IT infrastructure , which increases the efficiency of the enterprise and allows you to optimize the management of relations with other participants in the service supply chain. As a result of this application of modern supply chain management systems, a synergistic effect is achieved that allows you to minimize the number of technological operations, shorten the production cycle and reduce the cost of services both for each individual enterprise and in the service supply chain as a whole.
Climate Education: Challenges of Climate Change and Energy Policies Antons Patlins, Jelena Caiko, Nadezhda Kunicina, Anastasia Zhiravetska, Viktoriia Riashchenko 2020 IEEE 61st Annual International Scientific Conference on Power and Electrical Engineering of Riga Technical University Rtucon 2020 Proceedings, 2020 Challenges of climate change and energy policies are wide. Moreover, if our society are planning to solve them, it is significant to educate people in appropriate way. The intellectual and social problems associated with climate change are perhaps the main justification for why we need open research and the dialogue that universities can provide.
Effective pedagogical management as a road to successful international teaching and learning Michael Radin, Viktoriia Riashchenko Forum Scientiae Oeconomia, 2017 The purpose of this paper is to portray how vital are pedagogical innovations as tools in successful international teaching and learning and in successful communication between teachers and students. In addition, to portray how pertinent pedagogical innovations are in the communications between the students and professors as well. Furthermore, we will illustrate several practical examples of successful international pedagogical innovations.Methodology – we will provide examples of successful implementations of innovative teaching and learning with statistical data (student evaluations). What differences occurred after the implementation of a pedagogical innovation and especially how much improvement happened after the implementation of an idea? Furthermore, how do we measure success and improvement? Moreover, we will provide examples of successful international teaching and learning innovations and analyze cross – cultural comparisons between the American and Latvian educational systems. Originality of the research – pedagogical innovations are one of the main tasks in developing successful human relations, especially between the professor and the students. In addition, it is vital that the changes during the process of knowledge exchange relate and correspond to the social changes in society and relative within the system of comprehension of new knowledge in the current generation. We will show that the essence of international educational innovations is portrayed as the main trends of this process are discussed. Moreover, we will share our successful implementation of our innovative teaching and learning experiences; in particular, comparing the Latvian and the American educational systems (ISMA University in Latvia (School of Management & Information Systems) and Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)) as examples of identifying and summarizing innovative initiatives. Especially examples of successful innovations with positive impacts and positive feedback
