Integrative model of socio-economic development of human potential: Adaptation to the challenges of modern Russia

The relevance of the research is related to the need to rethink approaches to human development in Russia in the context of global technological transformations, geopolitical volatility and sanctions pressure. Despite the formally high rates of education and scientific activity, their real contribution to economic growth remains limited, which requires designing a comprehensive model of human development. The aim of the work is to review scientific publications and develop our own model of socio-economic development of Russia's human potential. Scientific novelty lies in the development of a comprehensive model of socio-economic development of human potential, integrating modern technological, economic and social aspects, taking into account Russian institutional environment specifics. Unlike the works of other researchers who also applied a systems approach, our study suggests adaptation to the conditions of the sixth technological paradigm, a hybrid development model combining government regulation of key industries with market mechanisms in the innovation sphere, as well as public control over the allocation of resources. The methodology is based on political economic and institutional approaches, which allows taking into account macroeconomic processes and the specifics of the Russian institutional environment. As a result, we reveal the following problems: technological lag, professional and qualification imbalance, poor quality of education, insufficient funding for science, high social and regional inequality. Based on the identified issues and threats, we design a human potential development model, including social and institutional spheres, as well as education, healthcare, and the labor market. The limitations of the study are related to the need for further elaboration on specific mechanisms for the implementation of the proposed model, including a system of indicators and economic policy measures. The research prospects include an in-depth analysis of regional specifics, as well as the adaptation of international experience to Russian conditions. Practical significance of the work lies in the possibility of using its findings to shape public policy in the field of education, science and social development.