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The present work aims to address the role that psychology plays within literary works starting from a "critical" reading aimed at understanding and recognizing the psychological and in some works also psychopathological traits present within the texts. Our goal will be to present the conscious and unconscious aspects of the various characters and identify the reasons that prompted the author to create and analyze certain psychological issues and certain environmental situations. The methodology that will be used w...

The libretto of Cavalleria rusticana, the well-known opera by Pietro Mascagni, was written by Giovanni Targioni-Tozzetti and Guido Menasci, who reduced to melodrama a play by Giovanni Verga, in its turn a dramatization of a short-story with the same title he had previously written. Our investigation focuses on the libretto as a literary text to be analysed in comparison with its prose sources. We propose an in-depth analysis of the similarities and differences between the libretto and the play, in an attempt to un...

Introduction: Within the concept of women in the archaic Roman era, the present paper will attempt a believable reconstruction of the passage of the vestal woman figure, subjected to the male “potestas” of the “pontfex maximus” in which Eros was sacrificed to the Civitas due to the blackmail of equal rights, to the recovery of the woman as an object of Christian contemplation. Objective and Method: The aim of this article, through the analysis of recognized sources, is to study the axiom according to which the Rom...

The international system is constantly changing, and the phenomenon of globalization is a reality embraced by all participants on the world stage. Amongst the countless facilities felt both at the individual, national and even international level that have resulted from the phenomenon of globalization, insertions of negative consequences have permeated the world order. The complexity and diversity of interactions between the various subjects of international law have accelerated the emergence and spread of phenome...

Gender-based violence is a threat to women's safety worldwide. The perception ofpublic spaces as a real or perceived threat to women ("fear of space") is an importantfactor in considering urban safety and can play a key role in preventing gender-basedviolence by perpetrators who are strangers to the victim.This article discusses strategies for identifying geo-referenced variables to model thisperception of urban space as a risk space for this type of gender-based violence. Thevarious data required are costly to ob...

The transition towards renewable energy sources has become a global imperative in the face of climate change and depleting fossil fuel reserves. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the Romanian renewable energy market, examining its historical evolution, current state, policy and regulatory landscape, key market players, technological advancements, economic and environmental impacts, challenges, and prospects. Romania's journey in embracing renewable energy began with early policy initiatives and has s...

The article examines the cardiac consequences of long-COVID and their implications for patient care. Long-COVID refers to persistent symptoms and complications that occur in some patients after apparent recover from COVID-19. One concerning aspect of long-COVID is cardiac involvement. Recent studies have found that some patients with long-COVID may experience cardiac complications, including myocarditis, ventricular dysfunction, cardiac rhythm disturbances, and blood clot formation. These conditions can persist in...

The purpose of this paper is to investigate whether the bimodal input (videos in theEnglish language with English captions) can lead Italian high school students toimprove their listening comprehension skills. The trigger for this research comes frommy EFL teaching experiences at Italian schools where the syllabi employed tend toneglect the training of the listening comprehension skills and focus mainly on grammartranslation and English literature instructions. The literature review describes in detailtheoretical ...

The purpose of this study is to conduct a careful psychological investigation into the thought of one of the most important 20th century Irish writers, James Joyce (1882- 1941). The main focus of the analysis consists of some of the short stories contained in one of Joyce’s most famous works, Dubliners, with particular reference to Evelyne and at the same time examining some of the themes present and recurring in the Irish writer’s books. This work aims to demonstrate how in Joyce there is a strong interest in the...

This study explores an important problem in public administration services, namely digitalize public administration or E-government. In the present paper we aim at analyzing the relationship between E-government and the level of corruption, measured by the Corruption Perceptions Index. At the international and European level, a series of indicators such as EGDI or DESI are used to measure the degree of digitization of a country. We have achieved a statistical analysis regarding the existing correlation between e-g...

The COVID-19 outbreak has negatively affected all categories of tourism services operators and tour guides became especially vulnerable due to their small size, independent activity and difficulty in accessing governmental funding and support. Romanian tour guides make no exception and face increased vulnerability in the context of dramatic decline of international tourism. The present study aims to reveal the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic had on the activity of Romanian tour guides and to identify possible m...

Interactive forms of teaching a foreign language include modern tools for the teacherstudent relationship within the global Internet. The purpose of this work was to identify these forms of communication, as well as to determine the possibilities of interactive forms of cooperation in the framework of learning the French language. The authors give an overview of the historical transformation of interactive means of teaching a foreign language. It is highlighted that interactive forms of language learning continue ...

Globalization and the evolution of technology have put a lot of pressure on organizations to reshape and update themselves, and there is an upward trend in terms of organizations adapting to technology, especially the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business. Currently, a recruitment process is largely carried out by recruiters who review CVs, online profiles and other sources to find suitable candidates for vacancies. Because employees have limited skills, keeping up with all the necessary tasks is not an ...

Over the past decade, there has been significant progress in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), marking it as an emerging technology with potential significance in the realm of education. It is poised to assume a substantial role in both the processes of teaching and learning in the immediate future. This study aims to delineate the viewpoints of university students pertaining to the concept of artificial intelligence. To this end, an online survey was conducted among students enrolled at Partium Christian...

The aim of the article is to reveal what social assistance is provided to relatives caring for a person with Alzheimer's disease at home, and what opportunities are available. The study sought to uncover the problems faced by relatives caring for a person with Alzheimer’s at home. In accordance with the methodological provisions of social constructivism, the Qualitative Research Method was applied. Semi-structured interview participants were selected according to pre-defined criteria, and the study included 14 ind...

Digitalization has had a huge impact on the insurance sector, influencing everything from underwriting to claims management, as well as insurance intermediation. It has resulted in higher efficiency, improved customer experience, tailored products and services, better risk management, and increased regulatory compliance. It has, however, introduced additional issues, such as data privacy and cybersecurity concerns. Overall, digitalization has fueled insurance industry innovation and given new opportunities for ins...

The objective of the study is to identify the differences between the use of social copingmethods used by adults, determined by the presence of verbal abuse until the age ofeighteen, and the presence of an alcoholic parent during childhood and adolescence.The instruments used in the research were: The SACS Strategic Coping Scale, constructedby Stevan E. Hobfoll, Carla L. Dunahoo, Jeannine Monnier, Michael R. Hulsizer, andRobert Johnson in 1993 and revised in 1998, and the ACE (Adverse ChildhoodExperiences) .The re...

Geodesy is a very ancient science. The beginnings can be found in Egypt. The field ofscience is closely related to astronomy, geophysics, geology, geometry, etc. Planet Earthis in the process of evolution. Earth’s crust together with the upper mantle is incontinuous motion: horizontally and vertically. Movement of the Earth’s crust as aresult, lithospheric plates move, creating mountains and valleys, changing coastlines,changing sea and ocean levels. Earth’s internal and external (Sun and Moon) forcesresult in def...

By the analysis of Paloma de la Cruz's work, this study seeks to approach contemporary ceramics from a gender perspective, exploring its potential as a container of visual metaphors with which to establish a current artistic discourse on the body. Although it is true that, historically, the female body has occupied a predominant role in the field of artistic representation rather than in the creative sphere, in recent decades certain changes have led artists to explore new artistic and craft genres, among which we...

This paper explores the landscape of competition in the television media industry in Romania. With the advent of digitalization and technological advancements, the media landscape has undergone significant transformations, leading to increased competition among television broadcasters. This study aims to examine the key players, market dynamics, regulatory framework, and challenges faced by the television media industry in Romania. By analysing existing literature and empirical data, this research provides valuabl...

Urban areas are very rich in terms of biodiversity. The study's goal in this context is to develop proposals to ensure the sustainability of biodiversity, particularly in urban areas, by emphasizing the significance of biological diversity, which is the most important component of ecological systems and biological processes. Furthermore, it is intended to be a resource to be used in future studies on biological diversity, particularly in the context of the importance and sustainability of urban biodiversity. Biodi...

Violence is an evil that surrounds today's society because Humana beings are violent by naturally due to their Needle to protection and defend themselves. Violence in the EDUCATION field is understood as the intentional harmful action or omission carried out between members of the EDUCATION community (students, teachers, parents, administrative staff, others EDUCATION actors) and which takes place in the physical premises of the Educational Unit (school infrastructures), or in other spaces directly related to the ...

From the early 15th century, anatomical knowledge was considered fundamental to artists and even architects. Not only medically trained scientists, but also artists found a primary source of inspiration in the human body, directly investigating it under cover of the night or, later on, in public dissections. Direct observation, “to see with one’s eyes” – as states the original meaning of the Greek word autopsia – was fundamental to Renaissance artists. The body, standardized in its dimensions and used as a measure...

This study aims to identify and assess the manipulative potential of language used in corporate culture through an analysis of female employees' speech in Canadian and British advertising agencies. By addressing this research gap, the study seeks to answer the question of how gender influences the use of manipulative strategies in advertising. To investigate this question, the study employs a comparative research design, complemented by a qualitative analysis of the findings. The research material includes busines...

Starting from the idea that the benefits of economic development must be greater than the costs, including those related to the environment conservation and betterment, the first sustainable development strategy of Romania in 1999 had as goal to maintain the welfare of the population in correlation with the requirements of using natural resources rationally and conserving ecosystem. The accession to the European Union in 2007 adjusted the national priorities, these being found in the National Strategy for Sustaina...

The article discusses the the complex character of Chinese advertising slogans in the light of linguocognitive approach. It is considered of vital importance to conduct (1) semiotic analysis to find out the amount of monosemiotic and polysemiotic slogans, with denotative or/and connotative meanings; (2) pragmatic analysis to identify illocutionary acts, according to which the slogans can be classified as promising, having emotional and evaluative influences, informing and stimulating; (3) the analysis of cultural ...

The concept of "learning task" is classic in the context of teaching and learning, including in geography. On the one hand, it is related to what is learned through the task, on the other - to what will be checked and evaluated. In this report, the classical conception is further developed from a geodidactic point of view. The idea is to show, firstly, that the discussions around the learning tasks are directly related to the changes in the educational policy of the state and are a consequence of them, and secondl...

Television talk shows often present a mix of well-reasoned and baseless debates,showcasing diverse communication styles. The way individual attitudes are articulatedcan highlight instances where the speaker employs communication tools ofmanipulations. This study focuses on the presentation of arguments, specifically theconveyance of informative and persuasive functions pertaining to a range of political,economic, social, and personal topics. The objective is to identify instances of adhominem communication, determ...

Pornography has been a part of human life since the time of the Moravian Venus from the Young Palaeolithic period because it can also be considered a certain type of pornography. She could represent a certain prestige because she is naked and in the equipment of not only a warrior. It is also a symbol of fertility, as evidenced by its full curves as a sign of life and the preservation of the family. The issue of pornography is extensive and there is still no unified and comprehensive definition of it. Therefore, e...

Faith in God also enables individuals to make sense of their lives in the midst of chaos and to find meaning and purpose in life’s challenges, a sense of peace and security, especially during difficult times, It can provide hope for a brighter future and a sense of assurance that no matter what life throws our way, God is always with us, knowing that God will never leave them and that He has a plan for their lives. The debate on creation versus evolution is an ongoing, heated debate that has been going on for many...

Good mental health is a prerequisite for economic prosperity, competitiveness andsustainable economic development of any developed country. This is the reason whythis subject is currently being highly emphasized. Mental health affects millions ofcitizens in all member countries of the European Union and is an increasingly urgenttopic for European Union policy. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbatedthe widespread of mental health crisis, with the economic and social consequences ofthe pandemic leading t...

Today, renewable energy technologies have been gaining attention more than ever result of the environmental and atmospheric destructive influences of fossil fuels. Renewable energy resources should be taken into account for the strategic opportunities that enable countries to improve their quality of life. Renewable energy resources, such as photovoltaic, solar, tide, wind, and hydrogen energies are still under development period. Due to economic and technological growth and getting increased population, energy co...

This article contains the analysis of the legal provisions that apply to the modalities in which public property can be achieved. In the present context, the legal regime of public property is established by both the Civil and Administrative Code, so it is imperative to correlate the rules to obtain a complete image of this legal institution. Property right is one of the most important of any legal system and so the guiding lines are contained in the fundamental law. Because of the derogatory regime of this right,...

Despite growing recognition of the importance of integrating sustainability in business education, there is evidence that accounting and finance curricula lag behind other disciplines in this regard. One reason offered for this is that accounting and finance modules are often based on the principles of neo-classical economics and shareholder value creation which may not be consistent with the principles of sustainability. Another reason offered is that there is a lack of guidance and suitable resources available t...

The contemporary Czech poet using the pseudonym Ewald Murrer (born in 1964 in Prague) used to be a representative of Czech underground literature before 1989. Then he became one of the most specific and original artists of his generation. The present essay deals with his very successful collection of poetry called The Diary of Mr. Pinke (1991, English translation published in 2022). Between the world wars, the most Eastern part of Czechoslovakia was so-called Subcarpathian Ruthenia (or Karpatenukraine in German). ...

The article considers a multidimensional phenomenon - verbal aggression, which includes social, political, psychological components. Mass media form a culture of relationships, influence behavior and intelligence of any society. They also shape public opinion by manipulating consciousness of the audience with a whole arsenal of linguistic means, one of which is verbal aggression. The paper considers the reasons for the appearance of this phenomenon in the language media, its interpretations, and forms of expressio...

Circular design is gaining increasing recognition as an integral approach to address the environmental challenges posed by the linear "take-make-dispose" model. However, the effective implementation of circular design requires a comprehensive understanding of its complex dynamics and interactions within a broader systems context. This paper proposes a conceptual framework for circular design underpinned by systemic design principles. This framework aims to guide designers and stakeholders in creating holistic and ...

The relationship between energy commodities and poverty can be studied from different perspectives, representing a multifaceted issue. In our present paper, we review the literature and explore the influence of different energy commodities such as electricity, natural gas, coal, and oil on income, health, education, environment, as parts of the poverty dimension. We underline the complex factors influencing how energy commodities and poverty interact. Access to electricity improves several aspects of our lives, su...

From the CSR pyramid, which represents the triple bottom line of enviroment, society and corporate governance, it is important to emphasize the society aspect, which, from the perspective of businesses, refers to the consumer. Undoubtedly, consumer demand greatly influences the operation of companies. Therefore, in our research, we aim to gain insight into how consumers perceive corporate social responsibility. We are interested in understanding the level of awareness of the CSR concept among consumers, whether th...

Although the historical changes in children's perceptions of the landscape have not been studied in depth, according to the different authors, this topic is of great importance for understanding children's perceptions of the environment and the factors influencing these perceptions, as well as for understanding which urban environments are best suited to meet children's needs. This study aims to determine the changes in children's ability to perceive and explore landscapes in a historical context. The main finding...

In times of turbulence and new risks, including epidemiological ones, public healthissues gain particular importance. These issues extend beyond just medical practices andencompass the social activities of various groups of the population. This paper focuseson the unique aspects of the development of social activism in the healthcare field inRussia, specifically examining the factors that contribute to the emergence of healthrelatedactivism, the barriers that hinder its growth, and the primary forms of activistinv...

Due to the undergoing pandemic the advanced ventilation strategies should be further developed, aiming at reducing cross infection risk and combining the consideration of thermal comfort and energy saving. Besides air dilution methods, other distribution schemes relying on transport of pollutants and the protection of the breathing zone should be considered and current standards must be improved to explicitly consider infection control. In the same time, we must not forget that the use of monitors displaying the s...

The author tries to shortly characterize the content and scope of actual specific parts of evidence used in modern Criminalistic and Forensic science. The last twenty years used as frequent evidence in connection with crimes committed via information and communication technologies known in English as digital evidence, or exactly in Criminalistic as Digital trace. The study analyses the possibilities of digital trace, as a new part of criminalistics theory, and/or as forensic traces. Those are typical for crimes co...

The realization of a General Urban Plan is an essential tool for analyzing the evolution of the urban space over time. The General Urban Plan (GUP) is a comprehensive planning document that outlines the long-term development goals and policies for a city or municipality. The GUP typically includes an analysis of current conditions, including population, land use, transportation, infrastructure, and natural resources. The GUP, together with the related Local Urban Planning Regulation, includes mandatory rules for a...

In every sphere of human life, its proper quality is important. Therefore, quality of life is of interest to various fields of knowledge, including philosophy, psychology, sociology, medicine, etc. The quality of life also is important for engineers who have an impact on the technosphere, i.e., technical means whose features (construction, operational, condition and ergonomic), determine the quality of human life – user or operator of the given technical mean. Shaping these features at the stages of the life cycle...

The Mure? Valley is one of Romania's most culturally cohesive landscapes. Its cultural heritage intertwines with Western and Central Europe. Europe's cultural heritage includes this region's heritage. Starting in the 16th century, several noble residences were constructed in this region in magnificent geographical surroundings. Some of these were built according to designs based on Italian Renaissance architectural treatises. The most impressive style of Transylvanian Renaissance architecture is represented by the...

The beginnings of the European Union were very vigorous, because all the European politiciansliked this brilliant idea very much, according to them, and they were all extremely excited by thisnew "populist" attitude. This idea was prepared to withstand the pressures and strong Americaninfluence. They wanted to create a third pole in the bipolar situation of international relations,namely USA – BS. This would give the Europeans a common European position in the field ofinternal and external politics, a common Europ...

Environmental problems and climate change have been a growing human-induced challenge that intensively affects our life and our future. Environmental decline like transboundary pollution, resource scarcity, and rising temperature has undesirable impacts on the security of states, communities and individuals. The essence of environmental security is based on the notion that environmental degradation/resource scarcity poses a threat to the security and continuity of nations that carries a risk of violent conflict wi...

The research paper examined the challenges faced by women in Georgia when startingan entrepreneurial activity. The research was conducted using the STAR (Situation,Task, Action, Result) interview method with focus groups. It was found that women'sentrepreneurial activity contributes not only to family income, but also plays animportant role in economic development and social welfare. The productivity ofwomen's entrepreneurship and their economic contribution depends on the country'slevel of development and cultura...