The Centre for Social Studies
THE CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES
Head of the Centre - Tatyana Vladimirovna Chubarova, Ph.D.(Econ.), Ph.D (Social Policy), LSE. Specialization -Russia's and foreign states' social policy, social responsibility of state and employers; organization and financing of health care. She is widely engaged in educational work (Moscow High School for Social and Economic Sciences, The Academy of People's Economy for the RF Government). Executive secretary of "Health Management" journal.
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Sphere of activities
The Centre is elaborating theory of social studies and methodology of its practical application for social policy formation and for solution of present-day Russian society's social development problems. Russia's social development problems are studied here with regard to comparative analysis of world experience, particularly, that of the Central, East European countries and the CIS states.
Field of research
Studies in theoretical issues of social development and social policy:
· the problems of forming a new model of Russia's social policy, the development of social sphere during transition and the destiny of the Soviet social politics model;
· the role of state in solving present-day social problems, the interrelationship of traditional social partners: state, employers and employees;
· globalization and social politics;
· the perspectives of private sector and NGOs in the social sphere;
· the mechanisms of defining the social development priorities.
In its research, the Centre analyzes Russia's social reforms, perspectives and outcome of implementing programs in separate social sphere sectors, including:
· the population's living standard and the households behavior, incomes policy;
· labour relations in transition period, the formation of effective employment structures, fight against unemployment;
· poverty and social inclusion/ disclusion problems;
· socio-economic problems related to migration of population and labor resources;
· Health care as an integral part of state social policy;
· pension reform: its opportunities and perspectives.
Leading members of staff
Lyudmila S. Degtyar -Dr. (Economics), principal research officer, Full member of the International Academy for Informatization. The Member of the IIEPS and The Institute for Far East (RAS) Academic Councils; Member, Academic Council for the RF Labour and Social Development Ministry. Member, Advisory Council for The Information and Analytical Board, the Council of Federation (the State Duma). Member of the European Association for Comparative Economic Studies (EACES). Professor, Moscow Institute of Economy, Politics and Law. Author of 4 books and above 100 research works dedicated to social policy problems of Russia and foreign states, to comparative social studies and research in social aspects of economic reforms.
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Natalia V.Muraviova - Ph.D. (Economy), junior research officer. Scope of scientific interests - informal employment and labor market in countries of Central and Eastern Europe and in Russia.
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Alexei P. Sedlov - Ph.D.(Econ.), leading research assistant, studies problems of distributive relations, analyses the emergence of labour market, wages and population incomes applying sociological research methods.
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Elena E. Shestakova - Ph.D.(Econ.), leading research assistant. Author of a monograph and above 40 research works on social development and social insurance problems in Russia and economies in transition (Central-Eastern Europe and Latin America). She conducts an active pedagogical activity (the Institute for International Trade and Law, The International High School, the Moscow State Social University).
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Tatyana V. Sokolova - Ph.D. (Econ.), research assistant, studies the social aspects of privatization in Russia and the CEE countries, united Germany's social development problems.
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Galina A. Yaremenko - Ph.D.(Econ.), leading research assistant. Author of 2 books, including "Distribution and Consumption in the Socialist Countries", "Out of the European COMECON countries experience" (1981), contributed to 10 international collective monographs and published above 70 research works dedicated to problems of international economic comparisons and comparative analysis of Russia's and East European countries' living standard. Deputy editor-in-chief of the "National Economic Forecasts" (Narodnohozyistvennoye prognozirovanie).
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Selected publications
2005
Chubarova T.V. Development of Semashko Model in Post-Soviet Space: Healthcare Systems in Russia Versus Byelorussia. In Research Papers: System Transformation Models and the Social Price of Reforms: Experience of Russia, CIS and CEE Countries (Materials of International Scientific Conference). М., IIEPS RAS, 2005.
Chubarova T.V.(in co-authorship with R.S.Grinberg). Social Partnership: World Experience and Russian Peculiarities. Scientific Paper presented at the round-table discussion of the Analytical Council of the "Unity for Russia" Foundation. Moscow, 2005, 31 May.
Chubarova T.V. Social Partnership Problems in Russia in Context of European Experience. In the book: Social Dialogue Problems and Experience in Russia and in EC Countries. Мoscow, PravaCcheloveka, 2005.
Chubarova T.V. (co-authorship with R.S.Grinberg). Social Partnership: World Experience and Russian Specifics. Strategii Rossii, 2005, N 6.
Chubarova T.V. Social Welfare of Employed Citizens in Context of Social Policy. In the book:Theory and Methodology of Social Studies. Мoscow, Nauka, 2005.
Chubarova T.V. System Transformation and Social Cost of Reforms. Mir peremen, 2005, N 2.
Degtyar L.S. Role of Ideological Factor in Research of Social Problems. In the book: Theory and Methodology of Social Studies. Moscow, Nauka, 2005.
Degtyar L.S. Social Component of Transformation Processes in Post-Soviet States. In Research Papers: System Transformation Models and the Social Price of Reforms: Experience of Russia, CIS and CEE Countries (Materials of International Scientific Conference). М., IIEPS RAS, 2005.
Degtyar L.S. Social Component of Transformation Processes in Countries of Central and Eastern Europe and in Russia. In the book: Russia and Countries of Central and Eastern Europe: Transformation in the Late ХХth – Early ХХIth Century. Мoscow, Nauka, 2005.
Degtyar L.S. Social Component of Transformation Processes in Post-Soviet States. Rossiya i Sovremenniy Mir, 2005, N 3.
Luchkina L.S. Problems of Poverty in Countries of Central and Eastern Europe and in Russia. World Economy and International Relations, 2005, N 5.
Degtyar L.S. Social Cost of Reforms. In the book: Course of Lectures "Essays: Theory and Practice of System Transformations in Post-Socialist World". Мoscow, IIEPS RAS, 2005.
Malakha I.A. As to the Influence of Migration Processes on Economic Security. In Research Papers: Use of International Labor Force in Russia: Problems and Perspectives (round-table materials). Ed. by B. Heifets. Мoscow, IIEPS RAS, 2005.
Malakha I.A. "Brain Drain" or "Brain Exchange" in the Era of Globalization: the Case of Post-Soviet Russia". In Research Papers: Contemporary Migration Issues: Migration and Society. Legal Framework of Migration Versus Human Rights. Conference Papers. Warsaw, PWSBiA, 2005.
Shestakova Ye.Ye. Employment Increase for Senior Citizens: Pilot Experience in Use of Active Strategies (EC Countries as an Illustration). Labor Abroad, 2005, N 4.
Shestakova Ye.Ye. International Practice of Granting Leaves and Maternity-Related Benefits. Labor Abroad, 2005, N 2.
Shestakova Ye.Ye. Pension Reform Experience in Central and East European Countries (Comparative Analysis). In Research Papers: System Transformation Models and the Social Price of Reforms: Experience of Russia, CIS and CEE Countries (Materials of International Scientific Conference). М., IIEPS RAS, 2005.
Shestakova Ye.Ye. Social Insurance and Problems Related With Social Protection of Population. In the book: Theory and Methodology of Social Studies. Moscow, Nauka, 2005.
Shestakova Ye.Ye. (in co-authorship with T.V.Sokolova). Theoretic-Methodological Approaches to Poverty Problems Investigation: Attitudes of International Organizations and Experience in Developed Countries. In the book: Theory and Methodology of Social Studies. Moscow, Nauka, 2005.
Sokolova T.V. Housing Sector (Recommendations for Development). Scientific Analytical Memo. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, 2005, May.
Sokolova T.V. Housing Supply Opportunities and Cost of Construction. A section in a Team Research Paper: Affordable Housing Construction in Russia: Problems and Solutions. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, National Investment Council, 2005.
Sokolova T.V. Population Incomes and Housing Demand Satisfaction Options. A section in a Team Research Paper: Affordable Housing Construction in Russia: Problems and Solutions. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, National Investment Council, 2005.
Sokolova T.V. (in co-authorship with Ye.Ye. Shestakova). Theoretic-Methodological Approaches to Poverty Problems Investigation: Attitudes of International Organizations and Experience in Developed Countries. In the book: Theory and Methodology of Social Studies. Moscow, Nauka, 2005.
Sokolova T.V. Transition to Market Relations in Countries of Central and Eastern Europe: Employment Level and Incomes. Labor Abroad, 2005, N 3.
System Transformation Models and the Social Price of Reforms: Experience of Russia, CIS and CEE Countries (Materials of International Scientific Conference). Editors-in-charge: Glinkina S.P., Chubarova T.V. Мoscow, IIEPS RAS, 2005.
Theory and Methodology of Social Studies. Moscow, Nauka, 2005.
The Construction of Available Housing in Russia: Problems and Solutions. Collective Scientific Paper presented at the Scientific and Practical Conference "Housing"-Programme: the Reality and Perspectives of Implementation. Missions and Opportunities of Federal, Regional and Commercial Structures". Moscow, 2005, 18 March.
Yaremenko G.A. Some Current Problems of Population Income Policy in Russia. Problemi prognozirovaniya, 2005, N 3.
2004
Chubarova T.V. Clinical Case: Changes in Medical Care System are Dictated by Ideology. Politichesky Zhurnal (Political Journal), 05.07.2004.
Chubarova Т.V. Gender Approach and New Prospects in Healthcare Development. Meditsinskaya praktika ("Medical Practice") journal, 2004, N 2.
Chubarova T.V. Health Care Economics in the Context of Russian Reforms. Upravleniye zdravookhraneniyem ("Health Care Management") journal, 2004, N 3.
Chubarova T. Public Health Management Education and Training: Russia. In: Health Care Delivery Systems: Opportunities for Public Management Education in Central and Eastern Europe. Ed. by A.Rosenbaum, J. Nemec, K. Tolo, NISPAcee. 2004.
Chubarova T.V. Problems of Health Care Reform, Insurance or Budgetary Medicine? Upravleniye zdravookhraneniyem ("Health Care management") journal , 2004, N 3.
Chubarova T.V. Prospects of Health Care Reform in Russia: the Necessity of New Approaches. Problemi prognozirovaniya ("Prognostication Problems") journal, 2004, N 5.
Chubarova T.V. Social Aspects of Immunization – Experience in Great Britain (in co-authorship). Upravleniye zdravookhraneniyem (Health Care Management") journal, 2004, N 1/2.
Chubarova T.V. (in co-authorship). Social Policy: Gender Aspect. Moscow: Olita, 2004.
Chubarova T. Social Policy and Health Care Reform in Russia. In: G.Hinterregger, H.-G. Heinrich (eds.) Russia—Continuity and Change. Wien, New York, Springer, 2004.
Chubarova T.V. Social Programs in Organizations: Balance of Interests. In: "Topical Problems of Economy, Financial Policy and Crisis-Proof Management". By the materials of the Annual Interuniversity Scientific and Practical Conference.
Chubarova T.V. The Infirmities of Russian Public Health. Strategia Rosii (Russia’s Strategy), 2004, N 7.
Chubarova T.V. Work Combined with Family Duties: Experience of Developed Countries. Trud za rubezhom ("Labor Abroad") journal, 2004, N 2.
Housing Reform as a Problem of the Social Policy. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, 2004.
Luchkina L.S. Housing Sector in European Post-Socialist Countries. World Economy and International Relations, 2004, N 3.
Luchkina L.S. Housing in Transitional Economies. Ed. by T.V.Chubarova. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, 2004.
Luchkina L.S. The Historical Factor and Methods to Implement the Housing and Utilities Reform in Russia. In: "Housing Reform as a Problem of the Social Policy Problem". Moscow, IIEPS RAS, 2004.
Muravjova N.V. The impact of tax policy on shadow economy. The Bulletin of Scientific information IIEPS RAS, 2004, N 4.
Sedlov А.P. Muscovites about Labor Market, State and Prospects of Job Placement and Occupational Training. Мoscow, Department of State Federal Employment Service of Moscow, 2004.
Sedlov А.P. Some Evaluations of Social Impact of the Housing Reform. In: Housing Reform as Problem of the Social Policy. Мoscow, IIEPS RAS, 2004.
Shestakova E.E. Columbia: Experience and Perspectives of Pension Reform, Labor Abroad, 2004, N 1.
Shestakova E.E. Elaboration of New Approaches to Assignment and Payment of Maternity and Birth Grants and Other Maternity Benefits. Scientific and Analytical Material by the order of the RF Social Insurance Fund, 2004.
Shestakova E.E. Estimate of Life Quality of the War and Labor Veterans in the Russian Federation. The Bulletin of Scientific Information of the IIEPS RAS, 2004, N 4.
Shestakova E.E. Pension Reform: a New Stage or Comeback to the Past. Politichesky zhurnal ("Political journal"), September 2004.
Shestakova E.E. Problem of Residence Insurance by the Population. Set of papers: Residence Issue as a Social Policy Problem. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, 2004.
Sokolova T.V. Problems and Peculiarities of the Development of Entrepreneurial Potential in Central and East European Countries. Labor abroad, 2004, N 2.
Sokolova Т.V. Role of the State in Soсial Sphere (by the example of Employment Policy in Central and Eastern Europe). Analytical Paper, 2004.
Sokolova Т.V. Social Problems of Privatization in Central and Eastern European Countries. Author’s Abstract from Dissertation for the Degree of Ph.D. (Econ.). Мoscow, IIEPS RAS, 2004.
2003
Chubarova T.V. (in co-authorship). Democratic Values and Inequality, or Democratic Inequality? The Case of Former Socialist Countries (published on ECAAR web-site).
Chubarova T.V. Professional Pension Benefits under the System of Provision of Pensions in the Foreign Countries. Labour Abroad, 2003, N1.
Chubarova T.V. Propiska legacy: the case of Moscow Local Government Briefs. Fall, 2003.
Degtyar L.S. Pension Systems in Contemporary World: Common Traits and National Characteristics. Pension benefits, 2003, ? 1).
Degtyar L.S. Russian Pension Reforms Within the Context of World Experience.Research Paper. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, 2003.
Luchkina L.S. Social Reforms in the Commonwealth of Independent States.Research Paper. Moscow, IIEPS RAS, 2003.
Malakha I.A. External Migration in Russia: Assessing Losses аnd Gains. Papers of the International Conference "International Immigration and Naturalisation", Warsaw, 2003, June 16-17.
Malakha I.A. The Question of Interconnection Between the Population's Migration and Regional Development. Theses of a Statement at All-Russia Academic Conference "Current migration problems in Russia", Moscow, 2003.
Shestakova E.E.. Medical Insurance in the Framework of Social Insurance System: General Principles and Branch Peculiarities. Health Management, 2003, ? 1.
Shestakova E.E. Specific Features of Social Development Model in Eastern and South-Eastern Asia. Labour Abroad, 2003, N3.
Shmidt V.R. Psycho-Social Assistance System in Russia: Institutional Salemates and Outlets. Social Studies, 2003, N2.
Shmidt V.R. Securing Women's Labour Rights: Comparative Analysis of International and National Legislation. Labor Abroad, 2003, N 3.
Shmidt V.R.( co-authorship with Sh. Ramon). Social Exclusion and Integration in Education. Tutorial. 2003.
Shmidt V.R. Successes and Failures of Public Health Liberalization (the Case of Britain). Management for Public Health, 2003, N2.