This paper presents the results of primary research involving a survey of Polish passengers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey was conducted in January 2022 using the CAWI method on a ...representative sample of N = 1,129 Polish adults aged 18 to 60. First, means of transport were classified by distance covered into urban, regional and interregional transport. Survey participants were asked a series of questions regarding the use of modern technologies in public transportation. Before that, however, the frequency of urban (agglomeration), regional, interregional (transregional) and private transport use during the COVID-19 pandemic was examined. More than half of respondents said they used modern technology across all modes of public transportation, and about a quarter said that while they had not yet used these technologies, they intended to do so. Only about 15% of respondents replied they did not use and did not intend to use modern technologies, regardless of the mode of transport. The aim of the paper is to examine the use of modern technologies by passengers in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic. Research results may help to influence passengers' purchasing decisions and to improve services offered by carriers in accordance with the objectives of long-term transport policy of both the European Union and Poland related to sustainable transport development.
Natural disasters (NDs) have always been a major threat to human lives and infrastructure, causing immense damage and loss. In recent years, the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters ...have highlighted the need for more effective and efficient disaster management strategies. In this context, the use of technology has emerged as a promising solution. In this survey paper, we explore the employment of recent technologies in order to relieve the impacts of various natural disasters. We provide an overview of how different technologies such as Remote Sensing, Radars and Satellite Imaging, internet-of-things (IoT), Smartphones, and Social Media can be utilized in the management of NDs. By utilizing these technologies, we can predict, respond, and recover from NDs more effectively, potentially saving human lives and minimizing infrastructure damage. The paper also highlights the potential benefits, limitations, and challenges associated with the implementation of these technologies for natural disaster management purposes. While the use of technology can significantly improve NDM, there are also various challenges that need to be addressed, such as the cost of implementation and the need for specialized knowledge and skills. Overall, this survey paper provides a comprehensive overview of the use of technology in managing NDs and sheds light on the important role such technologies can play in NDM. By exploring the potential applications of different technologies, this paper aims to contribute to the development of more effective and sustainable disaster management strategies.
Modern technologies are present in almost every part of human`s life and work. One of the most important spheres of human's life is an education. The penetration of modern technologies in this life`s ...sphere is huge, especially in last several years. These facts purport that teachers, professors and other educators must introduce and teach their pupils to use these technologies on appropriate way. This role is very important and complex. Teachers must find appropriate way to realize balance between "digital" skills needed for pupils to accept the school material, use benefits of "digital" environment and continue to use and develop the imagination and other activities used by older "no digital" generations. So, teachers must continuously learn and become acquainted with modern technologies and their benefits and use them in life and work. The modern technologies are different, but in elementary schools, secondary schools and houses of students, the most frequently used are mobile phones, laptops, tablets, Internet, social networks etc. The main goal of this paper is to present the results of use of noted modern technologies in life and work of teachers. Researches presented in this paper were realized by author of this paper as longitudinal researches and included teachers in different educational institutions, such as elementary schools, secondary schools in Niš and in pupil's homes.
The increase in life expectancy has led to the appearance of chronic diseases and interest in healthy aging, in turn promoting a growing interest in bioactive compounds (BCs) and functional ...ingredients. There are certain foods or products rich in functional ingredients, and algae are one of them. Algae consumption has been nominal in Europe until now. However, in recent years, it has grown significantly, partly due to globalization and the adoption of new food trends. With the aim of obtaining BCs from foods, multiple methods have been proposed, ranging from conventional ones, such as maceration or Soxhlet extraction, to more innovative methods, e.g., ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE). UAE constitutes a novel method, belonging to so-called green chemistry, that enables the extraction of BCs requiring lower amounts of solvent and energy costs, preserving the integrity of such molecules. In recent years, this method has been often used for the extraction of different BCs from a wide range of algae, especially polysaccharides, such as carrageenans and alginate; pigments, including fucoxanthin, chlorophylls, or β-carotene; and phenolic compounds, among others. In this way, the application of UAE to marine algae is an efficient and sustainable strategy to pursue their deep characterization as a new source of BCs, especially suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Zoonotic diseases originating in animals pose a significant threat to global public health. Recent outbreaks, such as coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), have caused widespread illness, death, and ...socioeconomic disruptions worldwide. To cope with these diseases effectively, it is crucial to strengthen surveillance capabilities and establish rapid response systems.
The aim of this review to examine the modern technologies and solutions that have the potential to enhance zoonotic disease surveillance and outbreak responses and provide valuable insights into how cutting-edge innovations could be leveraged to prevent, detect, and control emerging zoonotic disease outbreaks. Herein, we discuss advanced tools including big data analytics, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, geographic information systems, remote sensing, molecular diagnostics, point-of-care testing, telemedicine, digital contact tracing, and early warning systems.
These technologies enable real-time monitoring, the prediction of outbreak risks, early anomaly detection, rapid diagnosis, and targeted interventions during outbreaks. When integrated through collaborative partnerships, these strategies can significantly improve the speed and effectiveness of zoonotic disease control. However, several challenges persist, particularly in resource-limited settings, such as infrastructure limitations, costs, data integration and training requirements, and ethical implementation.
With strategic planning and coordinated efforts, modern technologies and solutions offer immense potential to bolster surveillance and outbreak responses, and serve as a critical resource against emerging zoonotic disease threats worldwide.
(Series Information) European Papers - A Journal on Law and Integration, 2024 9(1), 153-156 | Article | (Abstract) The functioning of the Schengen area and, more broadly, of European external ...borders, have been under considerable strain due to increased migration flows, the COVID-19 pandemic and security threats. These developments have tested Member States’ and EU agencies’ compliance with EU rules and principles, and the viability of the EU migration, asylum and border control policies. The future is equally challenging and will be marked by the reform EU migration, asylum and border control policies, with the recent adoption of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum and the amendment of the Schengen Borders Code. The nine Articles – by Thomas Gammeltoft-Hansen and William Hamilton Byrne, Violeta Moreno-Lax, Jorrit J. Rijpma and Henriet Baas, Niovi Vavoula, Věra Honusková and Enes Zaimović, Luisa Marin, Matija Kontak, Ana Kršinić and the editor, Iris Goldner Lang – contained within this Special Section, offer a contemporary and rich study of Schengen and European borders against the backdrop of recent challenges and future perspectives. They cast a new look on both the legal and political context of Schengen by discussing its infrastructure, Schengen accessions, externalisation, protection of migrants’ and asylum seekers’ rights, as well as the use of modern technologies at the EU’s external borders.
In the context of solving pollution problems, the circular economy appears to be a mandatory practice because it emphasises the principle of reuse - repair - reconditioning - recycle. In this ...context, the paper aims to analyse how modern technologies facilitate the implementation of circular economy principles through better traceability of goods produced and used in the fashion industry. In this way, our research is exploratory and the information on which it is based was gathered using the Google search tool, which identified brands who use Big Data, RFID and QR code tools, as well as online tools (cloud-based platforms) that offer integrated garment tracking services. Following detailed analysis of EU data, it was found that major companies have integrated QR Code technology into their products and cloud-based platforms are increasingly used.
The study aimed to identify the effectiveness of using QR code technology in developing digital game programming skills in the programming topic for the fifth grade as well as to identify their ...motivation towards digital transformation. To achieve this aim, the researchers used the quasi-experimental approach. The study sample consisted of (30) fifth grade students from Bahrain Primary School for the scholastic year 2021/2020, and the study sample was treated as one experimental group that learned by using the QR code technology. To achieve the study objectives a cognitive test to measure digital game programming skills and a motivation scale towards digital transformation. The validity and reliability of the tools were confirmed. The results showed that the QR code technology was effective in developing digital game programming skills, that it increased the level of motivation towards digital transformation among fifth-grade students. The most important recommendations of the study are paying attention to employing modern technologies in education, and working to stimulate students' motivation towards digital transformation. هدفت الدراسة إلى التعرف على مدى فاعلية استخدام تقنية رمز الاستجابة السريع QR code في تنمية مهارات برمجة الألعاب الرقمية في مبحث البرمجة للصف الخامس الأساسي والتعرف على دافعية الطلاب نحو التحول الرقمي، وتحقيقاً لهدف الدراسة استخدم الباحثتان المنهج شبه التجريبي، وتكونت عينة الدراسة من (30) طالباً من طلاب الصف الخامس الأساسي من مدرسة البحرين الابتدائية للعام الدراسي 2021/2020، وتكونت عينة الدارسة من مجموعة تجريبية واحدة تعلمت باستخدام تقنية رمز الاستجابة السريعة QR code، وتم إعداد مجموعة من الأدوات لتحقيق أهداف الدراسة وهي الاختبار المعرفي لقياس مهارات برمجة الألعاب الرقمية ومقياس الدافعية نحو التحول الرقمي وتم التأكد من صدقها وثباتها. وتوصلت نتائج الدراسة الى فاعلية تقنية رمز الاستجابة السريع QR codeفي تنمية مهارات برمجة الألعاب الرقمية، وزيادة مستوى الدافعية نحو التحول الرقمي لدى طلبة الصف الخامس في مادة التكنولوجيا. وخلصت الباحثتان إلى مجموعة من التوصيات من أهمها: الاهتمام بتوظيف التقنيات الحديثة في التعليم، والعمل على تحفيز دافعية الطلبة نحو التحول الرقمي.
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