The V.P. Filatov Odessa Institute of Eye Diseases and Tissue Therapy is actively introducing innovative technologies, including artificial intelligence and telemedicine, into ophthalmic practice. This was announced by Oleg Zadorozhny, MD, senior researcher at the institute, in an exclusive interview with the Interfax-Ukraine news agency.
“We are conducting multidisciplinary research in the field of artificial intelligence for screening diabetic retinopathy in partnership between the Institute, Odessa National Medical University, and international companies,” Zadorozhny said.
He emphasized that the introduction of telemedicine technologies allows for remote diagnosis and consultation of patients, which is especially important in conditions of limited access to medical facilities during military operations.
“The institute is addressing medical science issues that are currently the most pressing in Ukraine and around the world,” Zadorozhny added.
Source: https://interfax.com.ua/news/interview/1071616.html?utm_source=telegram
In January-April 2025, truck imports to Ukraine decreased by 4.3% in monetary terms compared to the same period in 2024, to $286.56 million, according to statistics from the State Customs Service (SCS).
According to the published data of the SCS, in April, imports of this type of vehicle decreased by 12.2% compared to April 2024, to $71.31 million.
The largest number of trucks in four months was imported from the US – $64.09 million (22.4% of imports), Poland – $61.77 million (21.2%), and France – $46.03 million (16%).
A year ago, the top three truck suppliers were Poland (23.2% of total truck imports, or $69 million), the US (11%, or $33.4 million), and China (10.1%, or $30.2 million).
Imports from all other countries in January-April decreased by 30.6% to $115.7 million.
At the same time, according to statistics, Ukraine exported only $2.73 million worth of trucks in four months, mainly to Romania (57.3% of exports of such vehicles), Turkey, and Moldova, while a year earlier, exports were even more insignificant ($1 million).
As reported, in 2024, imports of trucks to Ukraine in monetary terms increased by 30% compared to 2023, to $947.84 million, with the largest share coming from Poland (almost 20%).
The Filatov Institute of Eye Diseases and Tissue Therapy in Odessa continues its active scientific work despite the ongoing war. This was reported by Oleg Zadorozhny, Doctor of Medical Sciences and senior researcher at the institute, in an exclusive interview with the Interfax-Ukraine news agency.
“Despite all the difficulties of today, the ongoing war, and the existing direct threats and risks, the Filatov Institute continues its scientific and research activities,” Zadorozhny said.
According to him, the institute continues to conduct both fundamental and applied research aimed at developing new methods for the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic diseases, including cataracts, glaucoma, corneal and retinal diseases, pediatric ophthalmopathology, and combat eye injuries.
“The institute has not only remained at the forefront of global ophthalmological science, but is, on the contrary, in a leading position,” Zadorozhny emphasized. He added that the institute’s scientists have participated in nine global international research projects in recent years.
The institute has ten scientific departments and six specialized laboratories working in various fields of ophthalmology. Particular attention is paid to the introduction of innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence and telemedicine, to improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
“The mission of the Institute’s scientific activities can be summed up in the words of Vladimir Petrovich Filatov: ‘All means of science are for the treatment of the sick,’” Zadorozhny concluded.
Source: https://interfax.com.ua/news/interview/1071616.html?utm_source=telegram
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) announced a tender for voluntary motor insurance (comprehensive motor insurance) on May 13, according to the Prozorro public procurement system. The expected cost of the services is UAH 1.681 million.
The deadline for submitting documents is May 21, 2025. As reported, the winner of a similar tender a year earlier with a budget of UAH 338,200 was IC Guardian.
The independent Supervisory Board of PJSC Ukrnafta has appointed Chief Financial Officer Yuriy Tkachuk as the person who will temporarily perform the duties of the company’s director. He will head PJSC Ukrnafta until the Supervisory Board decides to terminate the powers of the company’s director. Yuriy Tkachuk has a deep understanding of the internal processes and strategic directions of Ukraine’s largest oil production company. His professional experience will ensure the continuity of operations, stability of management, and successful implementation of planned initiatives.
PJSC Ukrnafta will continue to implement its priority development areas, fulfill its production plans, and ensure the country’s energy security.
Ukrnafta is Ukraine’s largest oil producer and operator of the national network of gas stations. In March 2024, the company took over the management of Glusco’s assets and now operates a total of 546 gas stations, including 462 of its own and 84 under management.
The company is implementing a comprehensive program to restore operations and upgrade the format of its network of gas stations. Since February 2023, it has been issuing its own fuel vouchers and NAFTAKarta cards, which are sold to legal entities and individuals through Ukrnafta-Postach LLC.
The largest shareholder of Ukrnafta is Naftogaz of Ukraine with a 50%+1 share.
In November 2022, the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine decided to transfer the corporate rights of the company, which were owned by private owners and are currently managed by the Ministry of Defense, to the state.
In January-April this year, Ukraine reduced exports of titanium-containing ores and concentrates in physical terms by 90.4% compared to the same period last year, to 277 tons.
According to statistics released by the State Customs Service (SCS) on Tuesday, in monetary terms, exports of titanium-containing ores and concentrates decreased by 89.6% to $496,000.
The main exports went to Uzbekistan (35.61% of shipments in monetary terms), Turkey (35.01%), and Egypt (29.38%).
In the first four months of 2025, Ukraine imported 22 tons of titanium-containing ore worth $37,000 from China (100%), all in January.
As reported, in 2024, Ukraine reduced exports of titanium-containing ores in physical terms by 37.5% compared to the previous year, to 7,284 tons. In monetary terms, exports of titanium-containing ores and concentrates decreased by 40% to $11.654 million. The main exports were to Turkey (62.82% of shipments in monetary terms), Egypt (7.38%), and Poland (6.93%).
In 2024, Ukraine imported 314 tons of titanium-containing ore worth $492 thousand from China (87.78%), Vietnam (6.11%), and Senegal (also 6.11%).
At the same time, experts pointed to discrepancies in statistics on exports of titanium-containing ores. However, in response to a request from Interfax-Ukraine, the State Customs Service (SCS) of Ukraine reported that complete data on exports of titanium raw materials is not provided due to restrictions on the volume of export and import operations with military and dual-use goods, which are reflected in aggregate form under “Other goods.”
They explained that, in particular, deliveries of titanium-containing ores from companies differ from the SCS data.
“We would like to inform you that these deliveries are included in the statistical exports from Ukraine, but are not reflected in the foreign trade statistics published by the State Customs Service (…) under the UKTZED commodity code 2614 “Titanium ores and concentrates” in view of the following. (…) In accordance with the provisions (…) during data protection for confidentiality purposes, any information considered confidential shall be reported in full at the next higher level of product data aggregation,” the State Customs Service explained in its response to the agency.
It was clarified that information on customs clearance and movement across the customs border of Ukraine of goods subject to export control is included in the list of information containing official information in the State Customs Service, in accordance with the relevant order.
In Ukraine, titanium-containing ores are currently mined mainly by PJSC United Mining and Chemical Company (OGHK), which manages the Vilnohirsk Mining and Metallurgical Plant (VGMK, Dnipropetrovsk region) and the Irshansk Mining and Processing Plant (IGZK, Zhytomyr region), as well as LLC “Mezhirichensky GZK” and LLC “Valky-Ilmenit” (both LLCs are located in Irshansk, Zhytomyr region). In addition, the production and commercial firm Velta (Dnipro) built a mining and processing plant at the Birzulivskoye deposit with a capacity of 240,000 tons of ilmenite concentrate per year.
