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During the COVID-19 pandemic, the arts played an important role for people while coping during lockdown and other severe social restrictions. This presentation introduces a work in progress, where the researcher conducts a self-observation of herself as an artist by constructing a brand personality through storytelling on social media. Data consisted of weekly YouTube videos during a 20-week period, followed with diary entries and self-reflections and reactions of followers (YouTube, Instagram and Facebook). Each ...

Petr Hruska (born 1964) is a poet and literary historian from Ostrava. This post-industrial city used to be famous for its black coal mines and steel factories. At the time of the industrial boom, Ostrava started to be a “melting pot” of nations living in this part of Central Europe – the Czechs, Poles, Germans from Silesia, Austrians, Jews, and Slovaks. No wonder, then, that the cultural life of this region differs from that in traditional centres of Czech culture like Prague or Brno. Nevertheless, HruskaвЂ...

The most beautiful, but also the most complicated period in a person’s life is adolescence, because at this age, a series of transformations take place, making the transition from childhood to adulthood. Most teenagers, if they do not have the right guidance in life, can get lost in the thicket of emancipatory opportunities of today’s world, which give them the illusion of freedom, independence and personal autonomy in all aspects of life. A decisive role for the adolescent’s integrative education has always...

This meta-analysis delves into UNICEF’s five-year developmental journey in Lesotho (2019-2023), as documented in the Country Office Annual Reports (COAR). It offers a holistic view of the strategic interventions, challenges faced, and successes achieved in this period. The study employs a comprehensive review methodology, integrating quantitative and qualitative data from the COARs to evaluate the impact and adaptability of UNICEF’s programs across various sectors including health, education, child protection,...

In this paper, we analyse graphic and multimedia works that the IT design students of the Zagreb University of Applied Sciences (TVZ) created during the semester as part of a communication strategy aimed at the general public. The students used tools and knowledge in graphic design and, taking into account all the settings for creating a quality design solution, presented their visual solutions under the mentorship of their professors. These works were exhibited during June and July 2024 at the Nikola Tesla Techni...

As the saying goes, it is difficult to live in a community without being influenced by it. Daily interaction with others is inevitable. Communicating with different people can be pleasant or it can lead to conflicts and tensions. In this text, we will address one aspect of communication - aggressive behavior. Do we often experience aggression from others or do we show it ourselves? How can we manage harmful behavior that can have negative and even destructive consequences? Aggression is an essential component of h...

The European directives on air pollution liability have undergone several substantial changes. The approval in October 2024 of a new directive has highlighted the problems present in the previous directives. This study analyses how they were addressed and proposes possible further innovative solutions. The definitions of environmental damage contained in Article 2 of Directive 2004/35/EC allow for the delimitation of legal areas and critical issues in the field of environmental pollution. The results indicate that...

Today we are assisting the increasing diffusion of text-to-image programs that are causing many debates relative to aesthetics and culture and therefore the images produced via a "prompt" defined by the user. In fact, there are disturbing questions behind all of which it hides and hides a banalization of the idea itself of art and consequently that of AI, however, it raises fundamental questions, such as: AI can effectively produce art or, at least, artistic content that is also relevant? Can AI be considered as a...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has changed paradigms of creativity and art, raising questions about the capacity of machines to create works that evoke emotional response and possess originality. This article explores whether AI systems can create ‘real’ art and what this means in terms of philosophy, aesthetics and cultural norms. Examples of AI art such as “Theatre D’opera Spatial” and “Portrait of Edmond de Belamy” are analyzed to assess their emotional and artistic value. The question of originalit...

As technology advances continue to redefine artificial intelligence (AI), it has become a focal point for researchers and industry specialists. The creation of robots that mimic human cognitive functions including learning, reasoning, and self-correction is referred to as artificial intelligence (AI). AI’s rising precision and efficiency have been demonstrated by its wide range of applications across industries, and agriculture has embraced the technology to boost productivity and income. To gain a thorough unde...

Following the discontinuance of funding of the Croatian national term base – Struna (http://struna.ihjj.hr/) in 2019. we initiated the development of a new methodology for creating terminological collections independent of field experts' input for the initial terminological data. A possible solution to our problem of finding a compact and robust source for generating information in the early stages of processing terminology (the ‘raw definitions’) in various domains could be found in the publicly available A...

The goal of the European Union is to reduce the risk of poverty and social exclusion. The risk of social exclusion involves various risk factors that adversely affect family life as well as everyday needs. Indirect discrimination also leads to social exclusion. In essence, social exclusion represents multidimensional marginalization that does not contribute to social integration policies aimed at creating an integrated and socially active society. French sociologist Emile Durkheim has already stressed that the inc...

The global food system faces environmental, social and legal challenges. Primary production has become increasingly dependent on external inputs from industrial companies, which contribute to the rising cost of nutritious food and decreasing the income of producers, particularly the producers in primary production. Adopting alternative models of short food supply chains can reduces those negative effects and moves the agri-food supply chain towards some Agenda 2030 sustainable developments goals and aims of Europe...

The author analyses the peculiarities of the behaviour of consumers of tourism services in terms of sustainability in Lithuanian regions. The aim of the study is to analyse the peculiarities of the behaviour of consumers of tourism services in terms of sustainability in Lithuanian regions. The objectives of the study are to carry out a theoretical analysis of the peculiarities of the behaviour of consumers of tourism services in terms of sustainability and to carry out a study of the peculiarities of the behaviour...

The aim of this study is to conduct a psychological analysis of three of the most controversial and interesting historical figures of the second half of the Nineteenth century, forerunners of their time, linked not only by their parental point of view, but by the same ideals aimed at the pursuit of dreams, tenderness and the impossible freedom they never managed to find in life: Empress Elisabeth of Austria, King Ludwig II of Bavaria and Crown Prince Rudolf of Habsburg. The work aims to relate these three personal...

This paper examines the limitations of traditional historiography and proposes a novel approach incorporating the existential concept of responsibility into historical understanding and writing. It argues that conventional historicization methods are inadequate, especially when addressing catastrophic events like genocide that transcend mere factuality. These events challenge historians to move beyond passive documentation and engage in responsible historicization. The proposed approach emphasizes the historian's ...

Recent decades have witnessed extraordinary scientific and technological advances which have profoundly impacted society in multiple dimensions, such as healthcare, agriculture, energy, natural resources exploitation, environmental conservation, georisks management, and digital communication, promoting better living conditions for all. However, alongside the benefits, humanity also faces growing challenges and dilemmas concerning planetary sustainability and human rights. For this reason, the call for scientific a...

Mediation, an alternative dispute resolution tool, has attracted the attention of the EU, which has decided to promote its use in cross-border disputes by adopting DIRECTIVE 2008/52/EC of 21 May 2008 on certain aspects of mediation in civil and commercial matters. Subsequently, in December 2018, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously adopted the United Nations Convention on International Agreements Resulting from Mediation (the “Singapore Convention”), which applies to international settlement agreeme...

The paper analyses the juridical issues that are met in practice regarding the goods that must be included in the public domain, due to their special features. For identifying those goods, it is necessary to establish some criteria which have to be applied by the public administrative authorities that are empowered by the law to decide about the sphere of the public domain. This is also related to the comparison between public and private domain in Administrative Law and to the presentation of the enforce European...

Chatbot research, a pertinent and crucial domain within artificial intelligence and information technology, aims to showcase chatbots as pivotal catalysts for advanced artificial intelligence. With the evolution of technology and the burgeoning volume of information, users increasingly seek efficient means of interaction for convenient access to information, thereby facilitating communication. Chatbots, being instrumental in this endeavor, not only serve as key drivers of artificial intelligence but also play a pi...

In the era of digital communication, the utilization of technology in tourism marketing strategies has gained paramount importance. As digital technologies continue to evolve, their impact on marketing strategies across various sectors has become increasingly significant. The practical potential of AI-generated content may be considered by destination marketing practitioners to create personalized, effective campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences, enhancing their connection with travelers. Therefore, this ...

European Union (EU) has been at the forefront of efforts to disrupt and dismantle the financial networks that sustain terrorist organizations. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the regulatory frameworks and enforcement mechanisms employed by the EU in its fight against the financing of terrorism. The study analyses the threat by examining the different funding methods used over the years by various terrorist organizations. Then, the research scrutinizes the role of EU frameworks and mechanisms to mit...

The challenges of the last years have shown that the survival of non-governmental organizations depends on their ability to communicate and to be seen and heard by stakeholders and the general public. This paper describes the results of an exploratory qualitative research, whose main objective was to identify the methods of communication and promotion applied by non-governmental organizations in the social services sector and their implications. The research was carried out in the period 2021- 2023, on a number of...

Technological change is transforming traditional perceptions of judging. There is an interesting and complex dilemma: when will the era of online courts arrive, and firstly what consequences will it have for the interpretation of the right to a fair trial, including the requirement of publicity of court proceedings? There is no doubt that the emergence of online courts brings a new chapter in the concept of the "ideal space for justice". This novelty challenges the constitutional institutions and may requires the ...

Years of research (since 2014) of the properties of colour twins based on InfraredArt theory the recording in the visible (V) and near-infrared (NIR) spectra, allowed the image to be depicted in two spectral ranges. Continued work in the field of InfraredArt painting led to the idea in 2022 of applying this artistic method to creating an artistic wool rug with a double (dual) image. This was made possible through collaboration with designers and technologists at the company reGalerija in Zabok. After numerous atte...

The paper will focus on the phenomenon of artification [1] in the context of well-being of seniors. We will discuss various backgrounds, especially therapeutic ones, of using this natural human ability to make everyday life exceptional. We will look at how searching for artifacts and symbols in everyday life, isolating and moving an object from its original context, giving it a different role, character, unusual meaning, symbolic actions and activating metaphorical thinking based on symbols can affect human wellbe...

Nowadays, being aware of the special ecological relations, environmental protection policies are relevant in the world and especially in Europe where the European Green Deal is in place. The goal of the tourism development policy of Latvia until 2027 emphasizes the sustainable development of tourism, with a legal framework being designed for environment-friendly kinds of tourism. Creating travel destinations in the context of environmental protection involves the principles of sustainable tourism in relation to th...

The aim of this study is to analyse some paintings by the Italian, multimedia and avantgarde artist Gian Carlo Riccardi (1933-2015), in which the concept of creation and destruction, or rather, as Freud would say, Eros and the destructive drive, predominate at the same time. Our study will focus in particular on the execution of these works, leading to a kind of ‘creative destruction’. This work intends to show how Gian Carlo Riccardi uses heterogeneous and salvaged materials to create pictorial works in which...

The aim of this study is to show how painting, in Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890), is an active expression of the Dutch painter’s madness, inner anxieties and social unease through the vigour of the sign and the brutal incandescence of colour. The pictorial material is a direct manifestation of the inner datum and becomes a means of exorcising the ‘evil of living’ that consumed the artist. Within this work, we will consider how in the works of Van Gogh, forerunner of the expressionist language, creativity and m...

Corruption is a global phenomenon, and a high level of corruption in a country has a negative impact on various areas of state life, such as politics, economy, and law. In addition, due to the high level of corruption, the international prestige of the country is declining. The increasing number of corruption crimes is one of the most urgent problems in Lithuania. The aim of this research is to reveal the main issues of criminal liability for corruption crimes in Lithuanian court practice. To conduct the research,...

The digital transformation requires new knowledge and skills of police officers, thus the competences necessary for the usage of smart, innovative technologies become critical. It is important to ensure that these technologies are integrated into the security policy to effectively fight crime and to ensure the highest standards of respect for citizens’ fundamental rights and freedoms. However, there is a lack of information on what competencies are necessary for the qualified usage of innovative technologies of ...

The main point of departure in the present scientific and practical study is the assumption that consumer preferences change under the pressure of a number of influencing factors with different strengths and in different directions. The research carried out in the analyzed direction shows that for centuries the products intended for exchange were developed and produced mainly to order and for precisely defined users. In this way, manufacturers have taken into account the individual preferences and wishes of their ...

There are many issues in cyberspace that have an impact on people and society overall in different ways, affecting all industries and nations. Part of what makes cyberspace so unique is how creatively it uses modern technologies. The research emphasises the need for a proliferation of cyber studies among academic institutions in Romania: The cyber domain is related to every area of our modern lives and affects them in an immediate and far-reaching way, being a space based on technology. Cyber programs should focus...

Migration is a multifaceted phenomenon influenced by several macro-level determinants. In this article we aim to analyze the key factors driving migration, and focus on violence and conflict, human rights, institutional quality, economic opportunities, governance, political factors, climate change, environmental threats. Based on an interdisciplinary approach, we synthesize the existing research and data to provide a comprehensive overview of these drivers. In order to understand the interaction between structural...

The aim of this paper is to find out the main determinants of the bilateral trade between the BRICS countries. The BRICS countries are fast growing, emerging markets, relatively recently known as a group that counts for more than a third of the world’s land and more than 40% of the world’s population. The augmented gravity model was used because is the model that explains most of the international bilateral trade and a panel approach was chosen to address the heteroskedasticity issues. The linear regression us...

Metacognition has been acknowledged as a key component of self-regulation and has also a multidimensional nature, with at least three components: (a) metacognition as theory of mind, (b) metacognition as epistemic thinking, and (c) metacognition as knowledge and regulation of our cognitive self. In an Erasmus+ collaborative project a multicomponent metacognitive training course for teachers was developed incorporating metacognitive knowledge and skills, adopting the principles of action research. The interventionв...

The idea of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) evolves with the development of the economy. The new areas and issues in this concept are linked to the changing reality and the impact that business puts on its environment. The overexploitation of natural resources, climate change, increasing pressure on the reduction of production costs, often resulting in violations of fundamental human rights, are not so new. The problems of the 21st century have shown that business must create innovations that are in line wit...

The present paper presents the results of an Erasmus+ project entitled ” Development of New Skills for Medical Students in Pandemic Context. For most of the medical universities digital readiness/capacity was found unprepared for the COVID induced changes toward on-line education. Now, after 2 years, on line education is not anymore a novelty in higher education. But, especially for medical students, the problem raised during COVID pandemics was to follow practical stages. Telemedicine is a solution adopted in m...

To tackle climate change, the European Union has set objectives of low-carbon energy transition and carbon-neutral society creation by 2050. The EU Member States should implement GHG emissions reduction targets through improved energy efficiency and use of the renewables. Digital technologies can help to accelerate this. The digitalization of the energy system is a policy priority and is linked to the European Green Deal and the Digital Decade Policy Programme 2030. Lithuania supports EU ambition to achieve netzer...

The paper discusses the global trends of gender inequality in the labor market and gender discrimination in the Georgian labor market; the importance of approaches to eliminate gender inequality and promote inclusiveness. The world’s best practices for promoting gender equality in the labor market are discussed. The research aimed to reveal the directions for overcoming the main challenges that hinder gender equality in the labor market. Mixed research methods were used: combination of quantitative and qualitati...

The intricate interplay between fashion and culture has been a subject of extensive scholarly inquiry. This research delves into the perceptions and attitudes of Generation Z, a cohort significantly shaped by the pervasive influence of online media. Exposed to a complex tapestry of societal trends, including the rise of neo-conservatism and the growing LGBTQIA+ rights movement, Generation Z presents a unique lens through which to examine not only contemporary fashion and culture but, more important, ability and in...

The increasing impact of science and technology in our daily lives calls for more science communication within the general public and science art offers an effective means. Science Art is not new, but until about 20 years ago science topics in the general art world were still a rarity. This was treated as a niche form of graphic art. However, especially over the last 10 years there has true surge of interest in the artistic depiction of science subject matter in the digital networks. So, what is Science Art? Well,...

The presentation aims to focus from an ecdotic perspective, and from unexplored hermeneutic angles, on potentially prominent features of the annotated editions in which are brought together those genologically varied literary-type writings that are correlated with the analogous artistic fields, such as the visual arts, architecture or music, starting from relevant concrete examples in the Italian cultural landscape. Furthermore, attention will be drawn to how to make an edition of a philological character, scienti...

The purpose of the study - to find out how a physical rehabilitation program affects the physical growth, level of training and visual clarity of children aged 9-10 years with myopia. In the article we use empirical research methods, sociological surveys, pedagogical experiment as well as analysis and generalisation of scientific literature on the issues of correction of physical development and physical fitness of visually impaired children. The assessment of changes in the condition of schoolchildren with myopia...

This paper aims to afford the issue of the role of energy in the early modern home and the relations between energy transition and social consumer behavior in Italy between the XIX and XX centuries. While the history of electric energy has been exploited by economic historians within the fields of studies on the industrial revolution, less attention was paid to the effects of energy transition on households and on their material culture. At the beginning the use of electricity in civil life was above all light, as...

This work investigates autism through a sociological lens, emphasizing the need to understand and embrace neurodiversity in contemporary society. Exploring microsociological theories, the study highlights the significant impact of daily interactions and stigmatization on individuals with autism, focusing on how these experiences shape social identity. The paper evaluates traditional approaches that interpret autism in terms of deficiencies, promoting a perspective that values the individual experiences of autistic...

This paper presents a bibliometric analysis of post-pandemic innovation, utilizing data from the Web of Science database and Biblioshiny from bibliometrix R package. Analyzing 712 documents spanning the years 2020 to 2023, this study aims to identify trends, themes, and impactful contributions in the field of post-pandemic innovation. Key themes identified include the impact of innovation on performance, management strategies, health outcomes, and technological advancements. The most frequent words found in the an...

The article explores how the 7Cs framework, a student-centric approach and a new learning paradigm, can foster language proficiency, cultural understanding, and interdisciplinary collaboration in professional English learning among university students in English for Specific Purposes (ESP). In this study, the „JobLab approach“ was used to simulate real-world tasks tailored to the specific needs of graduates, meeting the demands of the 21st century. The approach’s seven key elements, content, context, communi...

The paper addresses the impact of smart grids on the energy sector and personal rights. Renewable conversion of the energy cycle has been deemed insufficient over time, and the production perspective has been complemented by innovation and research that have changed the transition process, which now also involves the digitization of the entire electricity system. Sustainable development is also technological, incorporating both the energy transition and the digital transition, aimed at creating an efficient electr...

Innovation and economic growth depend on entrepreneurial potential, which is fostered by a multimodal strategy that includes risk acceptance, education, resource accessibility, and supportive environments. The literature emphasizes how important training approaches, exercises, and critical phases of entrepreneurship are as success factors. The provision of mentorship, networking opportunities, and financial assistance are essential components in the encouragement of entrepreneurial pursuits, as they cultivate a me...