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Winter thunderstorms in Poland (1951–2020)
Authors: Wyrwas Jakub , Bielec-Bąkowska Zuzanna 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
One of the climate changes observed in mid-latitudes is the increase in the frequency of winter thunderstorms. These changes are also observed in Poland. For this reason, this study presents changes in the occurrence of thunderstorms in the cold half of the year and in winter in Poland from 1951 to 2020. The synoptic and thermodynamic conditions in the atmosphere, accompanied by particularly strong thunderstorms at this time of year, were also analysed based on selected cases of winter thun derstorms. The research was carried out on the basis of data from 46 synoptic stations, and the basic indicator was a day with a thunderstorm. Additionally, three cases of dangerous winter thunderstorms that occurred in Poland in the 21st century were analysed. For this purpose, synoptic maps, data from ERA5 reanalyses, aerological data and reports from the European Severe Weather Database were analysed. On this basis, it was found that there was a clear spatial differentiation of thunderstorms occurring in the cold half of the year, which in some regions of the country accounted for even more than 8% of all cases in the year. Although these thunderstorms are extremely rare, there are signs of an increase in their frequency during the studyperiod. The strongest influence on the occurrence of these phenomena in the cold season is air circulation and local conditions. Most of the thunderstorms considered were associated with atmospheric fronts. The strongest of them occurred during the passage of dynamic cold fronts, which are characterized by low potential energy and high wind shear values.
A Woman’s Revolutionary Discourse: Olympe De Gouges
Authors: Siess Jürgen 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
In a landmark text written in 1791, Olympe de Gouges makes a woman’s voice heard in the public arena by modulating and subverting an established genre of discourse. In her address to the queen, whose support she is seeking for the propagation of women’s rights, the speaker subverts the device of the dedicatory epistle to claim complete equality between the two sexes1.
African Women Writers Across Generations: Navigating Local Contexts and Evolving Feminist Approaches
Authors: Lomotey Benedicta Adokarley 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Scholars in African feminism have historically repudiated the concept of feminism, which has been perceived as a Western imposition. Through a literary analysis of Ekomo (Nsué Angüe, 1985), Efuru (Nwapa, 1966) and Une si longue lettre (Bâ, 1979), the current article examines how first-generation African women writers approach the conditions that oppress women. Furthermore, the article discusses how the approach to women’s challenges in first-generation novels differs from the forms of feminism that are being articulated more recently by African feminist activists. The findings show that Nsué Angüe, Nwapa, and Bâ’s novels project the experiences and concerns of their female characters through the various ways of liberating women in the local context such as nego-feminism and snail-sense feminism. These African variants of feminism cater to their local peculiarities in ways that reflect the differences between African and Western cultures. However, these earlier approaches to women’s challenges do not align with the forms of feminism articulated today.
“Broken, I Want a Serious Relationship”: The (Self-)Representation of Heterosexual Masculinities on Tinder in India
Authors: Singh Sneha 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This paper will discuss the representation of heterosexual masculinities in online dating applications in India. By taking the example of men’s self-representation on Tinder, the paper talks about how Indian men perform masculinities online. After collecting 120 male daters’ self-introductions (or bios), a thematic analysis was conducted to examine the online representation of masculinities in urban India. The analysis reveals that hegemonic Indian masculinities that operate within the terms of emotional insensitivity and toughness are not extensively present; rather, most male daters tend to display themselves as balanced selves between “emotional sensitivity” and “ideal manhood.” Male daters represent themselves within a range of qualities that are highly valued by women. The paper notes that Tinder provides a space for some men to negotiate (and even challenge) the dominant discourses on hegemonic masculinities by allowing the men to enact sensitivity and vulnerability, traits that are more aligned with women’s needs and perspectives.
Female Language in Research Articles Written by Transgender Scientists
Authors: Limnios Olga A. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Physiological examinations of trans individuals reveal that their bodies over time align to correspond with their gender identity and shift away from the parameters associated with gender assigned at birth. Considering this, the present study looks at language production of transgender scientists to determine if their language changes along with their physiology. The investigation centers on one aspect of scientific trans discourse—that is the frequency of female language. It was expected that those scientists who transitioned from male to female would use female language more frequently after the transition, and those who transitioned from female to male would exhibit fewer instances of female language. However, the opposite appears to be true. According to the evidence collected from 10 professional scientific articles, the frequency of female language goes up for those scientists transitioning from female to male and goes down for those who transition from male to female.
Generative AI and Labour Market Research Interest Framework
Authors: Grigorescu Adriana , Joita Florina 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This study investigates the intersection between generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and labour market by developing a comprehensive framework to analyse the current state of scientific interest in this emerging topic. The research employs a quantitative methodology, using a comparatively implemented bibliometric analysis, thus examining two major databases, Web of Science and Scopus with the aim to provide a deeper understanding of academic landscape. The research focuses on the database with the largest number of relevant papers, providing insight into the concentration of academic activity in the field, both in terms of evolution over time, trends, countries, keywords and authors with the highest research impact. The research reveals a significant gap in the literature concerning the impact of GenAI in labour market, with only one small percentage of papers addressing this topic. Key findings include a rise in publications post-2018, particularly from the USA, Russia and China, and a lack of developed research networks. This article concludes the further exploration of the implication of GenAI on the labour market is needed, with potential directions for future research.
Investigating the Challenges to Digital Transformation in the Public Sector, A Case Study of the State Information Technology Agency (SITA), South Africa
Authors: Komna Lindelwa , Mpungose Sabelo 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This study investigates the challenges to digital transformation within the State Information Technology Agency (SITA) in South Africa. The purpose is to identify key barriers, explore their impact on operations and service delivery, and provide strategic recommendations. The research addresses the following questions: What are the main barriers SITA faces in adopting digital technologies? How do these challenges affect SITA’s operations and service delivery? What strategies can enhance SITA’s digital transformation efforts? Utilizing a qualitative research design, the study employs semi-structured interviews with SITA employees and reviews relevant documents. The analysis is guided by the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model. Key findings indicate that high costs, coordination difficulties, and data security concerns are significant barriers. These challenges lead to inefficiencies and hinder service delivery. The study recommends enhancing cybersecurity measures, implementing structured change management frameworks, investing in scalable infrastructure, and fostering a culture of innovation. These strategies aim to improve SITA’s digital transformation process, ensuring better service delivery and operational efficiency in the public sector.
Optimization of License Management for Business Process Automation with Robotic Process Automation
Authors: Janik Dawid 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Nowadays automation of business processes is increasing in popularity among organizations. The undeniable benefits, like freeing up the potential and time of well-educated employees so they can focus on more valued activities, are well known. With the growing number of automated processes, optimization of bot usage has become a significant factor in reducing costs. This paper presents an analysis supporting the proper management of business process automation in the context of bots’ license usage.

Design
The goal of this research is to build a tool that allows for the analysis of license demand and supports automated management of process runs.

Findings
For the described case, the research estimated the minimum number of bot licenses to ensure that the automated processes would run in a stable manner, and identified the time periods of different license utilization levels.

Practical implication
The described analysis is a tool for cost optimization of current bot infrastructure. It supports the continuous improvement processes for automated processes run management with balanced levels of license utilization.

Value
The analysis can be easily adopted for different setups of bot infrastructure to bring about benefits of cost optimization.
The Impact of Europeanisation of Criminal Environmental Protection on Criminal Law in the Czech Republic
Authors: Navrátilová Jana Tlapák 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This article focuses on the influence of EU legal instruments on the criminal law of the Czech Republic in the field of environmental protection. The aim of the article is to analyse this influence and examine individual legal definitions of environmental crimes in the Czech legal system. For this purpose, descriptive, comparative, analytical, and logical methods are employed. The author first assesses the state of environmental protection in the Czech Republic, not only through criminal law. This is followed by a list of legal definitions of individual criminal offences, with an explanation of their basic features and specific differences. Each is referenced with the specific EU or public international law regulation on which the offence was based when introduced into the Czech legal system. The article also presents recent case law from the Supreme Court and the Constitutional Court of the Czech Republic concerning this issue. In conclusion, the author evaluates the level of environmental protection provided by criminal law and concludes that the Czech Republic is active in this area, fulfilling its obligations arising from European regulations governing environmental protection.
The Penalty of Restriction of Liberty – Expectations and Reality
Authors: Melezini Mirosława 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This study attempts to answer the question whether the assumptions and expectations of the legislators, as expressed in the 2015 amendment to criminal law concerning the penalty of restriction of liberty, have been fulfilled in judicial practice. Based on the analysis, it appears that the main goal of the reform has been achieved: namely, a significant reduction in the adjudication of the penalty of restriction of liberty with conditional suspension of execution in favour of non-custodial penalties. Consequently, the role of the penalty of restriction of liberty in criminal policy has significantly expanded; however, these changes have also had a negative outcome by increasing the use of unconditional imprisonment. This indicates that for some offenders, limiting the application of conditional suspension of penalty execution has led to a rise in the frequency of unconditional imprisonment. When analysing issues related to the adjudication and execution of the penalty of restriction of liberty, particular attention was drawn to the importance of accurately selecting this penalty in the form of an obligation to perform unpaid, supervised community service in specific cases, and the non-compliance in practice with the directive in Article 58 § 2a of the Polish Criminal Code. This led to an increase in the number of substitute imprisonment penalties ordered in place of the restriction of liberty penalty. Additionally, based on established data, serious concerns arise regarding the effectiveness of the penalty of restriction of liberty, as measured by recidivism rates. This is because it brings the penalty of restriction of liberty closer in effectiveness to unconditional imprisonment and significantly deviates from the effectiveness of other non-custodial penalties and measures.
Directors of Maritime Offices as Local Maritime Administration Bodies
Authors: Tużnik Marta Roma 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This study examines the roles of directors of maritime offices as local maritime administration bodies. The publication is divided into three thematic areas. The first concerns the placement of directors of maritime offices within the system of autonomous government administration bodies, as defined by the Act of 23 January 2009 on the Voivode and Government Administration in the Voivodeships. The second thematic area focuses on the legal position of directors of maritime offices, as specified by the Act of 21 March 1991 on Maritime Areas of the Republic of Poland and Maritime Administration. The third thematic area outlines the competences of maritime administration bodies, including those of directors of maritime offices, whose powers extend beyond the above-mentioned Act. The publication concludes with an assessment of the currently applicable legal regulations regarding the subject matter. The aim of this review article is to systematise the fundamental issues concerning directors of maritime offices as local maritime administration bodies. The main research hypothesis posited by the author is that directors of maritime offices possess extensive competences as local maritime administration bodies. The research methods employed include analysis of legal texts and dogmatic analysis. The research is national in scope.
Prediction of vertebral body mechanical parameters using opportunistic CT data
Authors: Rokita Eugeniusz , Tatoń Grzegorz 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Introduction:
The purpose of the study was to test a method describing the mechanical properties of bone using clinically available CT data.

Material and Methods:
The samples, 50 L3 vertebrae taken from males 22 to 81 years old, were examined with dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry and quantitative CT. An analysis of CT images and their image histograms was performed. The greyscale means – XC1, XC2, their standard deviations – SD1, SD2, and the areas under the curves – X1, X2 characterizing the organic matrix and bone material, respectively, were calculated by fitting two Gaussian functions. The compression tests were performed to determine the elastic modulus (E), ultimate stress (σmax), ultimate strain, and the ratio of work to fracture and the volume of the vertebra.

Results:
It was found that E and σmax were most precisely described by the parameter related to the trabecular bone density (XC2) obtained from the histogram analysis. Using the linear model, the coefficient of determination (R2) equals to 0.706 and 0.846 for E and σmax, respectively. For volumetric (vBMD) and areal bone mineral density (aBMD), R2 is 0.641 and 0.208 for E, while for σmax equals 0.784 and 0.356. After correction of vBMD using the histogram parameters R2 for E and σmax rise to 0.692 and 0.835, respectively.

Conclusions:
The superiority of the new method of E and σmax estimation based on clinically available CT data was confirmed. The proposed method does not require calibration and predicts the mechanical parameters of the vertebrae more precisely than vBMD or aBMD separately.
Is the mass-media guilty for so many English loanwords in Romanian?
Authors: Crețu Ioana 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Words like fake news, like, face to face, feeling, start-up, take away, hairstylist, low cost and others are among the 3,600 new entries in the Romanian language dictionary (DOOM3) published in 2022. Most of the borrowings can be found in technical language, while others are used in media language or in colloquial language. It is discussed whether the anglicisms in lexicographical works nowadays. While the head of the editorial team speaks of linguistic enrichment (Mortu 2023), other researchers (including Popescu, Iordan, Florescu and others) see the many new anglicisms more as language impoverishment and even language decline. Based on the example of the Romanian language, various aspects are discussed, including the frequency of newly recorded words. The article focuses on the proposed changes in the new lexicographical work in order to answer the question of what role foreign words play in language and if mass-media is an accelerator for this linguistic and social development.
Evaluating photographic authenticity: How well do ChatGPT 4o and Gemini distinguish between real and AI-generated images?
Authors: Gross Eduard-Claudiu 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
As artificial intelligence (AI) advances, differentiating between actual and AI-generated images has become an increasingly difficult task. The present exploratory research looks at the capacity of two leading AI models, ChatGPT and Gemini, to correctly classify genuine vs. synthetic photographs in a variety of categories, including wildlife, portraiture, and abstract art. The present research evaluates the accuracy, mistake rates, and handling of complex visual content of both models, shedding light on their strengths and limits and providing significant insights into their possible uses in combatting visual falsehood.
Copyright Prerogatives in Audiovisual Work: The Documentary
Authors: Ciocan Ioana-Tatiana , Ciocan Maria-Iuliana 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The issue of copyright remains a topic of constant interest, especially in today’s society, where the field of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly present. This study focuses on these issues and is both theoretical and interdisciplinary, combining aspects of private law with those of mass media. The article will present various interpretations of the documentary (as an original creation), as it is a genre at the intersection of different specializations. The focus will then be on illustrating the variety of documentary typologies, with the multitude of forms and subjects they can address. By correlating legislative elements from the EU with those of our country (with an emphasis on the latter), we will examine the documentary from the perspective of copyright, identifying both the influence of moral rights and those of economic rights on the mentioned journalistic genre. Additionally, we will propose a new research direction for a future study, highlighting some of the limitations that arise in the creation and dissemination of documentaries, imposed by copyright law.
Towards Sustainable Agriculture: A Comparative Analysis of Organic Crop Area in Czechia, Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary
Authors: Priečková Dominika , Lušňáková Zuzana 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This study analyzes the trends and growth trajectories of organic farming in the Visegrad Four (V4) countries – Czechia, Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary – over the period from 2018 to 2022. Amidst increasing environmental and social challenges, organic farming has emerged as a sustainable agricultural alternative in response to climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. The research examines the total agricultural areas of each country, highlighting the percentage of land dedicated to organic farming and its evolution over the specified period. Findings reveal that while Czechia maintains the largest organic farming area, Hungary demonstrates the most significant growth rate, suggesting a shift towards sustainable practices. Ultimately, this study provides valuable insights into the potential for expanding organic farming within the V4 region, emphasizing its role in achieving sustainable rural development and ecological balance.
THE CORRELATION BETWEEN THE LOCATION OF THE TUMOR TOWARDS HEMOGLOBIN LEVEL AND ERYTROCHYTE INDEX VALUE IN COLORECTAL CANCER PATIENTS AT RSUP PROF. DR. I.G.N.G. NGOERAH
Authors: Pramesti Ardhia Gita , Ayu Dewi Ni Nyoman , Winarsa Ruma I Made , Wihandani Desak Made 
Published: December 2024

One of the most often found clinical manifestation of colorectal cancer is anemia. If anemia is One of the most often found clinical manifestation of colorectal cancer is anemia. Worse response to the treatment, disease free period, locoregional control, and overall survival is predicted if anemia is present before the treatment. In elucidating the etiology of anemia, the erythrocytes index (MCV, MCH, MCHC) are useful. The hemoglobin level and erythrocyte index value in colorectal cancer patients is affected by a few factors. One of the most significant factor is the location of the tumor. The objective of this paper is to determine the correlation between location of the tumor towards hemoglobin level and erythrocyte index value in colorectal cancer patients at RSUP Prof. Dr. I.G.N.G. Ngoerah. The study design of this research was a cross sectional study. The data that used were taken from medical records of patients with colorectal cancer in RSUP Prof. Dr. I.G.N.G. Ngoerah from the period of January 2021 until December 2022. A total of 58 patients were met the inclusion criteria. The hemoglobin level and erythrocytes index value were obtained from the blood routine results of colorectal cancer patients. The hemoglobin level used to determined the severity of anemia, which classified into normal, mild anemia, moderate anemia, and severe anemia. Tumor location is divided into two, left-sided and right-sided. The chi square bivariate test is used as hypothesis test, and Kolmogorov-Smirnov test is used as alternative test. The majority of the age of the subjects are middle-age adults patient (41-60 years old), contributes 50% of all subjects. The colorectal cancer patients who experienced anemia were 74.1% (43/58). The colorectal cancer patients who had low MCV were 36.2% (21/58), low MCH 50% (29/58), and low MCHC 65.5% (38/58). The tumor location of the colorectal cancer is significantly correlated with hemoglobin level (p= 0.004). The tumor location is not significantly correlated with erythrocyte index; MCV, MCH, and MCHC (p=0.674, p=0.979, p=0.180).
Keywords : Colorectal Cancer, Tumor Location, Anemia