Vol 56, No 2 (2024)
PARAMETERS RESULTING FROM NON-INVASIVE AND INVASIVE BIOMONITORING RESEARCH ON PLANTS pag. 3-12
Diana Ioana ALEXAN, Nicoleta IANOVICICurrently, air pollution is one of the main environmental problems, and urbanization is considered one of the most dangerous changes that an ecosystem can undergo. Biological monitoring of urban habitats is needed to determine both atmospheric pollutants and their effects on organisms. Biomonitoring is a common and feasible method for air quality assessment in different environments. Plants are organisms constantly exposed to air, thus they are the primary receptors of all particles and pollutants in the atmosphere. In monitoring plants in urban environments, it is essential to identify and evaluate the right parameters to give us a complete and detailed picture of their state of health and evolution. This review paper aims to mention the parameters that respond as bioindicators in the monitoring of plant organisms to reveal relevant data regarding the environmental quality of their habitat, considering both invasive and non-invasive methods. Biomonitoring techniques using non-destructive methods are becoming increasingly important due to their advantages over chemical-analytical methods. In vivo methods, which are based on both imaging and spectroscopic approaches, are recently increasingly optimized due to the advantages they offer in the field. In order to achieve the most exhaustive classification of plant parameters, various evaluable plant characteristics, morphological, morphometric, biochemical, and physiological aspects were considered, thus providing a solid basis for data analysis and interpretation.
more abstractbiomonitoring, non-invasing methods, air pollution, plant parameters, urban habitat
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DownloadTHE USE OF REMOTE SENSING IMAGES IN FLOOD MONITORING pag. 13-22
R. BERTICI1, C. POPESCU1, Adina HORABLAGA1, Alina Lavinia CĂLUȘERU2 A. BORCA1, Iulia OLTEANU1, L. DRAGOMIR1, D. DICU1, M.V. HERBEI 1,*Disaster management and the creation of hazard maps are activities that come to minimize the damage caused by disasters through processes to prevent the destruction and degradation of the environment. Floods represent one of the most dangerous disasters and are frequently encountered in different areas of the Earth's surface. The causes of these phenomena can be natural or the result of inappropriate exploitation of human activities. Among the most frequent causes of flooding are heavy rains, storms or melting snow. The present research evaluated remote sensing methods and techniques combined with the science of geographic information systems in the analysis of floods in the Western area of Romania, as well as in the estimation of the areas affected by these floods. The studied area is located near the town of Lugoj in Timis county - Romania. Radar images (SAR) taken from the Sentinel-1A remote sensing system were used to analyze and create maps of the flooded areas. The images are not influenced by weather conditions and can be taken both during the day and at night, which provides a good source of high-resolution datasets. In conclusion, this study can provide answers to the reason for the expansion of floods in the studied area and to a more rigorous planning in order to reduce and manage risks in periods of high flood risk.
more abstractGIS, images, remote sensing, SAR, Sentinel 1A
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DownloadPERFORMING A CARTOGRAPHIC WORK TO UPDATE THE TOURIST MAPS WITH THE ROUTE OF THE WATER MILLS IN THE NATURAL RESERVATION "CHEILE RUDĂRIEI" pag. 23-30
Livia Luminița BÂRLIBA1, C. BÂRLIBA 1, P. VASILE1 Larisa IVU1In the country of Almaj, the locality of Eftimie Murgu represents a gateway for presenting the tourist beauties of the area. It is located in the southeast part of the Municipality of Reșita, the county seat, about 80 km away. Here there is a place where the mills "grind time without time and the rocks hold their grudge, and the world of the past is of astonishing freshness where the clock stands still". The main tourist attraction is the Natural Reservation "Cheile Rudăriei", where the opening of the tourist route is represented by a chain of water mills with stilts that extends for 3 km along the beautiful valley of the Rudărica river. The purpose of this work is to update the cartographic base of the tourist route in the Rudăria mulinological park, with the presentation in 2D and 3D format, both digital and analog, by highlighting the altitudinal differences on level curves on plans and thematic maps. The work was requested by the Eftimie Murgu Local Council for a better presentation and tourist promotion of the "Cheile Rudăriei" Natural Reservation, highlighting it as the main attraction of the Almăj Country. For the creation of these maps and the interpretation of data from the field, specialized graphic processing programs were used, such as: Autocad, Raster Design, TopoLT, Global Mapper and GIS. The purpose of the data processing was to create a package of thematic maps in which the rough terrain was highlighted through level curves. At the same time, the tourist routes of the reservation were presented with the positioning of the water mills and the glade with the name "Lilac Day".
more abstractthematic cartographic maps, level curves, 2D and 3D shapes, water mills
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DownloadOVERVIEW OF ALLERGIES WITH FOCUS ON CAUSATIVE AGENTS, CROSS-REACTIVITY, DIAGNOSTIC METHODS AND IMMUNOTHERAPY pag. 31-39
Daniela-Georgiana CIOBANU1, Nicoleta IANOVICI 2Allergies are exacerbated immune responses of the body to certain structures, called allergens, which under normal conditions do not elicit any response from the body. Cross-reactivity is a phenomenon that reveals the phylogenetic relationship between allergens and is important to consider when starting a diagnostic investigation in order to determine the best route of immunotherapy. The most commonly used methods to asset allergies are: skin prick test, component-resolved diagnosis, immunoglobulin E measurement assay, basophil activation test and challenge tests. Immunotherapy, unlike pharmacotherapy, induces tolerance to certain allergens, even after the completion of treatments, altering the natural course of the pathology. In terms of allergy diagnosis, the main problem is outlined around the quality of allergen extracts. Besides the fact that allergen extracts may have other immunogenic components that are not directly related to the targeted allergy, there are also panallergens in nature that can introduce errors in the diagnosis of some allergies. So the main efforts in this direction are done for the development of purified allergen extracts. In this review we have classified and described allergies based on the causative agent into: pollen allergy, food allergy, dust mite allergy, fungal allergy, insect allergy, pet dander allergy and drug allergy.
more abstractallergy, cross-reactivity, immunotherapy, allergy diagnostic methods
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DownloadTHE FAVORABILITY OF SOME PEACH VARIETIES UNDER THE CONDITIONS OF AN INTEGRATED PRODUCTION SYSTEM pag. 40-46
Snejana DAMIANOV, Ioana GROZEA, L. MOLNAR, Ana Maria VÎRTEIUThe peach is one of the most valuable cultivated fruit species that stands out for its early fruiting, high production potential, superior fruit quality. The trees begin to bear fruit economically from the third year after planting, the establishment of the first commercial peach plantations in Romania until now, the assortment has been subjected to a continuous process of improvement, as a result of the appearance of new more valuable varieties, the increase in demands for the quality of the fruits , of the diversification of the forms of capitalization, of the expansion of the culture areas. The adaptability of Romanian peach varieties is determined by the resistance of the fruit buds to the frosts during the winter. The data show that there is a strong negative correlation between the percentage of frosted fruit buds and fruit production. A percentage of over 55% frozen flower buds already calls into question the realization of the production plan. The verification of the adaptability of the new varieties was done through comparative cultures, organized simultaneously in several centers, with trees of the same age and on the same rootstock. Gum leaks are found in almost all stone trees, but in the case of an attack with this fungus, the leaks are abundant, leading to the rapid exhaustion of the trees. For observations or analyzed for each tree 300 leaves, 50 shoots (50 x 3 trees) 100 fruits, in three repetitions. The interpretation of the results was done by calculating the analysis of the variant, being also analyzed the expression of the character of resistance obtained by correlating the frequency with the intensity of the attack. The disease is caused by Stigmina carpohyla (syn. Coryneum beijerinckii Oud.) In the subepidermal tissues, the fungus develops its mycelium, where the fruiting bodies appear, which come to the surface by breaking the epidermis. They spread the pathogen during the vegetation period, being able to germinate at temperatures of 2-24°C. The fruits are deformed and fall before ripening. The flesh of the fruit becomes felty and has a bland taste. On the young shoots, around the buds, the bark turns brown, cracks and ulcers appear, leading to the drying of the buds. Young branches can be deformed, swellings, ulcerations, open cankers appear, which produce abundant gum leakage. The attack on the shoots is very dangerous because it leads to the drying of the trees. In almost all stone trees, gum leaks are found, but in the case of an attack with this fungus, the leaks are abundant, leading to the rapid exhaustion of the trees. The attack with this fungus is strong in the springs following winters with moderate temperatures, because the conidia retain their viability. Infections are favored by lesions in the bark of the branches caused by hail or caused by the attack of some insects.
more abstractpeach varieties, disease, leaf spoting, resistance, intensity attack.
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DownloadCLIMATE CHANGE CHALLENGES AND MITIGATION EFFECTS ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: A KENYAN PERSPECTIVE pag. 47-58
Lucretiu DANCEA 1, W. WANJUGU 2 M. MUNGAI 3The terminology climate change gained popularity globally in the 1980s and has been used to refer to global warming and its effects on the Earth’s climate system such as changes in precipitation. Globally the Earth’s climate changes, continues to impact countries negatively with extreme weather patterns such as heat waves, heavy rains, severe flooding, long droughts, wild fires and hurricanes. This has adopted to address climate change in Kenya. The theories adopted for this study are The Greenhouse Theory of Climate Change and the Theory of Sustainable Development. Secondary data from literature and data from the Kenya Metrological Offices data consequently affected livelihoods and sustainable development to a large extent. Kenya lies at the equator and is characterized by pleasant tropical climate. However, there are large regional climatic variations which are influenced by several factors, such as altitude. In Kenya, the most common climate change consequences reported are prolonged drought, diseases and flooding. This study sought to address the following research objectives; to understand the history of climate change on sustainable development in Kenya; to establish the effects of current climate change patterns on sustainable development in Kenya; to examine the effects of climate change on sustainable development in Kenya; to identify the challenges associated with climate change on sustainable development in Kenya; to analyze the mitigation practices base was collected and analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences. Lodwar has been selected as a region of study as it is known to be one of the driest regions in Kenya. Key findings indicate that climate change continues to bring about devastating impacts to Kenyan citizens due to mainly flooding and drought. Climate change challenges are derived when they result to harmful impacts such as lack of access to resources needed for basic needs required to cushion the affected. Despite having policy documents, mitigation plans and adaptation activities more needs to be done to address the challenges and effects of climate change in Kenya.
more abstractClimate Change, Mitigation, Climate Change Patterns and Challenges, Sustainable Development
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DownloadKENYA'S APPROACH IN INTEGRATING CLIMATE-SMART AGRICULTURE (CSA) TO ATTAIN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL 2 “ZERO HUNGER” pag. 59-67
Phelyster K. NAFULA1, Elly NDIAO2, R. PASCALAU3, L. DANCEA 4*Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) aims to meet the elevating global food demand during this time of immense climate variability. It is also considered an effective strategy in attaining the Sustainable Development Goals 2 and 13, and thus, securing a better future. The study offers an in-depth analysis of Kenya's efforts to address Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2, which focuses on "Zero Hunger" by integrating CSA practices. The research employed a desktop research methodology that examined various academic literature, government reports, and international organization publications. The aim was to analyze the approach by farmers in Kenya in integrating CSA techniques into the agricultural systems. According to the research findings, in their commitment to achieve SDG 2, farmers in Kenya have integrated a multifaceted approach that includes the implementation of initiatives, and innovative farming practices aimed at promoting CSA. However, there are significant challenges that have been encountered in adopting and scaling up of CSA practices. The challenges include limited access to resources and technology as well as institutional and policy constraints. Interesting aspects that require further research based on the information from various sources in the use of CSA include the importance of local knowledge, community involvement, and innovative financing mechanisms. In general, this study provides useful insights into Kenya's progress toward SDG 2 by harnessing climate-smart farming methods, impacting future policy decisions and sustainable development efforts across the region.
more abstractClimate-Smart Agriculture, SDGs, Sustainable Development
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DownloadVECTORIZATION OF BUILDINGS USING HIGH-RESOLUTION DIGITAL PHOTOGRAMS pag. 68-76
L. DRAGOMIR1, Alexia ABĂLARU*, R. BERTICI1, D. DICU1, G. POPESCU1Currently, software applications are widely used, among which we mention the navigation systems on vehicles , traffic monitoring and management systems, etc., which require the use of road databases. These databases must contain accurate, updated information and populated with sufficient descriptive values. This article presents a semi-automatic algorithm for extracting roads from high-resolution aerial and satellite recordings, based on the weighted correlation of cross-sectional profiles. The algorithm uses as initial data two starting points with the help of which the road orientation and the template profile are obtained. Also, the operator must set the threshold value of the correlation coefficient between the transverse profiles, the pitch and the search angle, the length of the transverse profile and the maximum number of rejections Compared to other semi-automatic road vectorization algorithms, this algorithm is less sensitive to changes radiometrics from the ends of the profile, due to the assignment of higher weights to the central pixels. In this article is proposed an algorithm for semi-automatic vectoring of roads on color aerial images with submetric resolution, an algorithm that uses the weighted correlation of road cross profiles with a template profile. The operator must provide two points successive start, as close to the center of the road as possible, with the help of which the direction of start and template profile.
more abstractroad, resolution, vectorization, analyze
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DownloadSTUDIES ON THE REDUCTION OF ROAD VEHICLE POLLUTION pag. 77-81
Anisoara DUMA COPCEA1, Casiana MIHUT1, L. NIȚĂ1, K. I LATO1, Antoanela COZMA1, D. POPA1, A. OKROS1, V. MAZARE1, A.M. DRĂGAN1, S. MOHACS1, L. BERES1, Anișoara BURDEȚ2PSA vehicles (Citroën, Peugeot, some Ford, Volvo models) have installed a special additive dosing system (DPF). The device has its own tank and with the help of an injection pump it automatically doses the amount of additive required for the periodic regeneration of the particle filter into the fuel tank. This mode of active regeneration is based on fuel additive in order to lower the combustion temperature of soot particles. The engine control system monitors with the help of sensors the load level of the particle filter, triggering the regeneration procedure by changing the setting of the fuel flow and the timing of the engine operation. The additive is stored in a separate tank and is automatically mixed with the fuel at the time of fueling. The system requires periodic refilling (at approx. 120,000 km) with JLM PAT Fluid additive of the DPF tank and usually also involves resetting the engine computer, for the operation the presence of a specialist is required. The active regeneration system of the particulate filter is triggered by the sensors that determine the pressure of the exhaust gases or the level of soot loading of the filter. The cleaning occurs by adjusting the fuel injection in order to increase the temperature of the exhaust gases to a value that allows the burning of the deposited soot. Depending on the vehicle model, this type of regeneration can also be initiated by the engine computer every 400-600 km or depending on the mode of operation of the car (urban traffic), the duration of the cleaning cycle being approx. Ten minutes. For systems using this mode of particulate filter regeneration, JLM DPF Cleaner can be used.
more abstractPSA vehicles, additive, regeneration system
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DownloadEVALUATION OF AGRICULTURAL LANDS IN THE OUTSKIRTS OF PERIAM TOWN, TIMIȘ COUNTY pag. 82-88
O.EREMI, Casiana MIHUȚ, A.OKROSThe importance of the land evaluation activity consists in the fact that, through the data provided by these studies, they form the basic documentation for establishing the most appropriate practical protection measures, improving and rational use of soils for the purpose of biomass production in an optimized and rigorously correlated dynamic with the growing environmental protection requirements. The data presented in this paper was obtained from soil probes obtained from the location ground, as well as data taken from previous soil maps. In order to carry out the chemical and physical mechanical analyses, soil samples were collected from 5 profiles, respectively 3-5 soil samples in a disturbed structure and soil samples from 3 profiles, respectively 9 soil samples in 3 and 4 repetitions for the determination of hydrophysical indices. The soils encountered in the analized perimeter are of the chernozem type, with good drainage. Within this type of soil, several subtypes are separated, the predominant one being wet phreatic chernozem. Thanks to all the good properties that these soils have, their natural fertility is high, the productions obtained are superior for cereals, technical plants and fodder plants. The texture of the chernozem is loamy-sandy throughout the profile. The soil reaction (pH) is slightly alkaline with values in the Am horizon of 7.34, in the A/C horizon the value increases to 7.65, and at the base of the profile, in the Cca horizon, the value reaches 8.04. The humus content is medium with values between 2.07 and 1.02%. The content of phosphorus (P) is low and the content of potassium (K) is medium to low. Typical gleiosoil is also present. The texture is undifferentiated on the profile, being medium clay with the values of fine sand content between 25.7 and 29.2%, dust between 26.2 and 32.6%, and clay between 37.4 and 41.4 %. The soil reaction is acidic in the upper horizons and weakly acidic in the lower horizons. The humus content is relatively high in the upper horizons with a content of 2.97-2.42% decreasing in the lower horizons to 1.67-1.31%. The soil is poorly supplied with mobile P and K; shows weak microbiological activity. Cernic Gleiosol is also present in the area of the locality. The soil reaction is weakly alkaline on the entire profile with values between 8.0 and 8.15. The humus content is relatively high in the Am horizon 3.78 but decreases in the A/CGo3 horizon to 3.32%.
more abstractsoil, fertility, soil evaluation, crops
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DownloadEVOLUTION OF THE AGRICULTURAL SYSTEM OF PILU TOWN FROM ARAD COUNTY pag. 89-100
O.EREMI, A.OKROS, Casiana MIHUȚThe economic and social importance of agriculture as a unique source for satisfaction of basic needs for people - food and clothing - and without which we cannot speak of social peace and normal economic development, it is recognized by all countries of the world. The considerable increase in the number of agricultural land owners to over 5 million from which the number of active ones is 1.2 - 1.5 million, raises complex problems regarding the realization of efficient agricultural holdings, which ensure decent incomes for the family and accumulation possibilities for the purpose of its modernization. Through this paper we wish to bring to light the evolution of the agricultural system from Pilu town. The data presented in this paper shows how agriculture evolved from the year 2020 to 2022. The crops with the highest productions in the three years analyzed are cereal crops for grains, where in 2020 a production of 14003 tons was achieved, in 2021 the production obtained was 9720 tons and in 2022 6372 tons were harvested. Of the three years tracked, only in 2021 and 2022 do we find eloquent data regarding the calamity surfaces. In all the 3 years in which the culture of oil plants is found in the scheme culture crops, the first place in terms of the product obtained is the sunflower crop. The year 2021 is the only year in which eloquent data is presented in what concerns the livestock of the locality.
more abstractagriculture, crops, livestock, grains, agronomy
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DownloadTHE PHYSICAL - GEOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS AND THE QUALITY OF SOILS FROM VINGA PLAIN pag. 101-116
Saida FEIER-DAVID, D. ŢÃRÃU, Gh. DAVID, D. D. DICUThe work provides information and elements related to the classification and evaluation of soil resources, thus integrating into the field of complex studies of natural resource identification, from the perspective of the land's vocation for the most suitable utility and the establishment of protection and conservation measures for the lands in the area. The objectives of the work are represented by the collection, processing and accumulation of scientific data related to environmental factors, the geographical characteristics of the area, soil resources, data related to the nature and intensity of the limiting factors, the qualitative evaluation of the lands. The object of the study activities is the land with an area of 205991 ha, of which 174576 ha (84.75%) are agricultural land (144153 ha, respectively 69.68% being arable land) and 10941 ha (5.31%) lands with forest vegetation, located south of Mureș, west of the Lipova plateau, north of the Bega-Timiș subsiding area and west of the Giucoșin-Aranca subsiding area in the Piedmont Plain of the Vinga subhill glacis, a component of the Mureș Plain. From an administrative point of view, these lands belong to a number of 22 territorial administrative units (UAT), of which 13 in Timiș county and 9 in Arad county.Soil properties can exert a decisive influence on the development of the root system, mineral nutrition, providing air, weather and climate for the main physiological processes from plants, acting on fertility (quality) status of soil. Systematic mapping and agrochemical studies of soil provide valuable data on the state of soil quality, establish and implement differentiated culture technologies and determining the suitability of land for various crops, substantiation of land improvement works and improvement technology, organization and systematization of land.
more abstractland, quality, favorability, limiting factor
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DownloadEXPLORING THE PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF RECOVERED INDUSTRIAL HEMP SEED (CANNABIS SATIVA L.) CAKE WASTE pag. 117-124
Doris FLOARES1, Ileana COCAN2, Ionela HOTEA3, Anca PANDA4, Isidora RADULOV1Hemp, scientifically known as Cannabis sativa L., is an annual plant belonging to the Cannabaceae family. Its historical utilisation by people spans various purposes, including textiles and food. Considered one of humanity's earliest cultivated plants, hemp has played a significant role in various civilisations. Traditionally, its fibres have been employed in producing ropes, apparels and fabrics, while its seeds have been valued for their nutritional richness. Hemp's health benefits are also associated with phenolic compounds, which occur in varying amounts in almost all classes of plant foods and agro-industrial residues. Hemp seed (Cannabis sativa L.) cake, derived from the cold-pressing process of hemp seed oil extraction, is abundant in protein, fibre and biologically active compounds. Three types of hemp seeds (Silvana, Armanca, Teodora) grown at the Lovrin Agricultural Research and Development Station were subsequently studied after oil extraction. The recovered hemp seed leftover waste cakes were analysed to compare their physical, chemical, nutritional composition, and total phenolic content. The ash, moisture, lipid, total protein, and crude fibre levels were measured for each variety. The results will enable further research to valorise secondary byproducts generated during the hemp seed oil extraction and contribute to reducing food waste, thereby advancing the sustainability of the agri-food systems.
more abstractCannabis sativa L, hemp seed cake, total phenolic, sustainability
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DownloadTHE USE OF TOPO-GEODETIC MODERN TECHNIQUES AND METHODS IN BUILDINGS MONITORING pag. 125-133
Roxana Claudia HERBEI1, Simona CUCAILA1, M. CUCAILA1, Florea DAVID1The main purpose of this project is to perform the geodetic-topography works necessary to track the stability of the United Business Center 1 building, 64 Teodor Mihali Street, Cluj-Napoca. For this purpose, the TCR 805 Total Station was used for point-of-point orientation to measure the trace marks of these building by configuring a closed tramline each time. These measurements were performed over a period of 7 months at close intervals. The landmarks are located around the buildings, to cover an area as large as possible and for better accuracy. By comparing the measurements of different months, it can be determined whether the building has moved vertically or horizontally. Topo-geodetic works are part of the terrestrial measurement sciences, a field whose purpose is to represent on plans and maps, in a certain projection and at a certain scale, the terrestrial surface as well as the details existing on it. The monitoring of the construction's behavior over time is carried out throughout the life of the construction, starting with its execution, and is a systematic activity of collecting and capitalizing (through the following methods: interpretation, warning or alarming, damage prevention, etc.) of the results recorded from the observation and measurements on some phenomena and quantities that characterize the properties of the construction.
more abstractMarks, measurements, building, tracing
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DownloadTOPOGRAPHIC WORKS NECESSARY FOR THE STABILIZATION AND GREENING OF THE SLOPES AROUND THE SILVAŞU DE CÂMPIE LAKE IN BISTRIŢA-NĂSĂUD COUNTY pag. 134-142
Roxana Claudia HERBEI1, Simona CUCAILA1, M. CUCAILA1, Florea DAVID1The geodetic network, made in the classic system of measurements, has served for more than half a century to carry out topographic surveys, constituting an important cartographic and geodetic fund for engineering works and administrative records. The implementation and use of modern technologies in the determination of higher order support networks is a particularly complex process, aiming at the efficiency of topo-geodetic works by adopting an effective work method based on spatial information. It is known that in Romania geodetic works use the Stereographic Projection on a single secant plane developed in 1970 on the Krasovski ellipsoid. For leveling works, the reference plan is the level of the Black Sea, determined in 1975. The technology-method impact can be successfully applied in one of the problems to be solved, namely the one related to the determination of a support network, it has existed until now. Applying another technology, respectively working method, we have to solve the same problem, but in a shorter time and with higher quality results. All fields of activity seek the application of top technologies in the respective field, to reduce costs and the time needed to solve problems by adopting solutions that make the topo-geodetic measurement methods more efficient.
more abstractalignment, transcalculation, productivity, geodetic network
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DownloadEMOTIONAL BRANDING / MARKETING COMMUNICATION: A REVIEW OF DEFINITIONS pag. 143-149
Iasmina IOSIM1, Anka PASCARIU1, Diana MARIN1, C. SĂLĂȘAN, Carmen DUMITRESCU1, Alina DRAGOESCU1The low number of studies on emotional branding / marketing communication and the lack of unanimously agreed definitions of this new trend in marketing show that it is still in its infancy. The study presents a linguistic analysis of the definitions of emotional branding / marketing communication based on both the verbs relating the “definiendum” (the phrase to be defined, i.e., emotional branding / marketing communication) with its “definientia” (the nouns defining emotional branding / marketing communication), and the nouns defining the “definiendum”. The findings show that there are definitions close to formal ones, and definitions that move away from the true essence of emotional branding / marketing communication. The analysis shows that these definitions point to specific focuses, specific goals, and a specific means of achieving these goals. Given the comparative analysis on the definitions of emotional branding / marketing points to specific focuses and goals, correlated to particular modalities of achieving these targets. Emotional marketing focuses on customer emotions, while it relies on the development of a bond between the providers of the product or service and the users of the product / service, and should be used without repetitiveness. Emotional branding / marketing means the use of aspects pertaining to emotions.
more abstractdefinition, emotional branding / marketing communication, linguistic analysis
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DownloadSOCIAL FARMING TERMINOLOGY AND BENEFITS pag. 150-156
Iasmina IOSIM1, Anka PASCARIU1, Diana MARIN1, C. SĂLĂȘAN, Carmen DUMITRESCU1, Alina DRAGOESCU1Social farming and “inclusiveness”-related terminology have become more and more often encountered in literature, across domains, as a result of widespread efforts towards sustainable societies in the future. A case in point is also the vocabulary around social farming education, which upholds the therapeutic effect of farms, gardens, and rural access in a more socially inclusive manner. Social farming is a valuable novelty in Romania because it allows groups of disabled people to access policy and program alternatives to improve their situation; it maximizes clients’ efforts in exploring options and choices, in becoming more effective in their relationships with agencies, bureaucrats, and professionals involved in this type of farming. The study analyzes the corpus of linguistic items used in this domain and other terms related to quality of life. This study aims at defining and describing social farming, and at identifying its goals, its beneficiaries at both social and individual levels, the types of mental disabilities targeted, and the types of therapies involved. The research method used is the bibliographic one. The authors hope this study will motivate decision-makers to implement the principles of social farming in Romania as they have already done in other sectors (industry and services) of the economy.
more abstractinclusiveness, social farming, social farm, mental disability, terminology
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DownloadCULTIVATING SUSTAINABILITY: EMPOWERING MODERN AGRICULTURE THROUGH TECHNOLOGY pag. 157-162
R. C. JURCUȚ, F. IMBREA, R. JIGĂU, S. BAICU, R. PAŞCALĂU, L. ȘMULEACIn today's rapidly evolving agricultural landscape, the imperative for sustainability has become increasingly pronounced. As the global population burgeons and environmental concerns escalate, the need to cultivate sustainability in agriculture has never been more urgent. This paper delves into the intricate interplay between technology and sustainability, elucidating how advancements in agricultural technology are reshaping the industry's trajectory towards a more sustainable future. At the heart of this discourse lies the recognition of technology as a powerful enabler of sustainability in agriculture. Through the lens of precision agriculture, innovative technologies such as drones, sensors, and satellite imaging are revolutionizing farming practices, allowing for precise monitoring and management of crops, soil, and water resources. By leveraging real-time data and analytics, farmers can make informed decisions to optimize resource usage, mitigate environmental degradation, and enhance overall productivity. Moreover, the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, holds immense potential for reducing the carbon footprint of agriculture and achieving energy independence. By transitioning towards cleaner, more sustainable energy alternatives, farmers can mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. Furthermore, technology serves as a catalyst for empowerment in agriculture, particularly for smallholder farmers in developing regions. Mobile applications, e-learning platforms, and digital marketplaces empower farmers with knowledge, resources, and market access, enabling them to improve their livelihoods and strengthen resilience in the face of environmental and socio-economic challenges. In conclusion, this paper underscores the indispensable role of technology in fostering sustainability across the agricultural sector. By embracing innovation, harnessing renewable energy, and empowering farmers, we can cultivate a more sustainable future for agriculture—one that balances productivity, environmental stewardship, and societal well-being.
more abstractSustainability, Agriculture, Technology, Empowerment, Innovation
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DownloadTHE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF THE PUMPKIN (CUCURBITA MAXIMA) GROWN IN ROMANIA pag. 163-168
Christine Alexandra LUCAN*, Cristina Liliana MITROI*Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima) is one of the best vegetables that meet the needs of a healthy diet. This delicious and valuable vegetable is rich in biologically active compounds, present both in the pulp and in the peel and seeds, which gives it special dietary qualities. Pumpkin is considered, by some scientists, to be a food that meets all the requirements necessary for people to have a healthy diet. Cucurbita maxima can be consumed both fresh and in canned form, including soups, smoothies and juices and he is used in the food industry as a functional food, in bakery products, beverages, meat and dairy products. Pumpkin is considered a valuable food because its pulp contains a large amount of carotenoids, including β-carotene, lutein, potassium, vitamins C, B2 and E. The health benefits of the pumpkin consumption are: anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-carcinogenic action, as well as anti-diabetic and anti-hypertensive properties. Cucurbita maxima seeds represent an excellent economic source of lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, but also other nutrients required in the human diet to maintain health. Pumpkin seeds are rich in macronutrients such as magnesium, phosphorus and calcium, and contain moderate amounts of micronutrients such as manganese, copper and zinc. Pumpkin is an important source of vitamin A and contains significant amounts of vitamin C, vitamin E, lycopene and dietary fiber.
more abstractCucurbita maxima, pumpkin pulp, pumpkin seed, nutritional value
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DownloadAN OVERVIEW OF SOME POTAMOGETON SPECIES FROM THE ROMANIAN BANAT pag. 169-175
Alina NEACŞU, Ilinca IMBREA, G.-G. ARSENEThe genus Potamogeton L. includes submerged or floating perennial hydrophytes. Globally, botanists discuss up to 120 species. In the Romanian Flora, volume XI (eds. SĂVULESCU & NYÁRÁDY, 1966) there are described 15 species. CIOCÂRLAN (2009) and SÂRBU et al. (2013) present 15 confirmed species and 2 unconfirmed for Romania. Over time, in Banat (with reference especially from Timiş and Caraş-Severin counties), we found reports about several species of Potamogeton. The studies belong mainly to (TÖKES, 1905), SORAN (1954, 1956), BOȘCAIU (1966), GRIGORE (1971), COSTE (1974), VICOL (1974), OPREA et al. (1974), ARVAT (1977), ARSENE et al. (in STĂNESCU, 2005), MATACĂ (2005), NEACŞU (2008). Some of these species, as Potamogeton compressus and Potamogeton obtusifolius are no longer reconfirmed in the field, due to the reduction or disappearance of some wet zones. The weight of the common species of Potamogeton (like Potamogeton crispus and Potamogeton natans) in the structure of the aquatic vegetation is significant and it indicates, from an ecological point of view, the eutrophication, an obvious phenomenon in the Lake Sânandrei (Timiş county), which we studied (NEACŞU, 2008). SÎRBU & OPREA (2011) do not mention any species of Potamogeton as invasive for our country. On the other hand, CIOCÂRLAN (2009) and SÂRBU et al. (2013) maintain in their list a rare species, Potamogeton coloratus (cited from Mehedinţi county). The distribution of this species was considered uncertain in the old flora of our country (1952-1976).
more abstractPotamogeton, wet zones, Romanian Banat
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DownloadASPECTS REGARDING THE SOCIAL DIMENSION OF THE INDIVIDUAL'S RELATIONSHIP WITH THE ENVIRONMENT pag. 176-181
Manuela – Dora ORBOI1, Ana Mariana DINCU1, Oana PETRIȘOR-MATEUȚ2, Claudia Elena SÎRBULESCU1, Andreea Adriana PETCOV1At the global level, more and more concerns refer to environmental degradation and climate change. Climate change and environmental concerns have consequences on the behaviors of citizens in all countries, regardless of continent. Knowledge of biological, physical and chemical processes, as well as the skills of environmental psychology are essential in the analysis and implementation of solutions regarding the conservation of natural resources and the control of environmental pollution. In solving environmental problems, both technical and human knowledge are important. Between them it is necessary to be a collaboration so that the solutions to these problems are effective. These climate changes concern both individual behaviors and human activities, trade, industrial activities, leisure, etc. Since the 80s, an increasing importance is given to the psychological and social aspects of human behavior, which are considered one of the causes of environmental problems. Environmental psychology is an interdisciplinary field. In order to understand the human factor and its role in and towards environmental changes, the role of environmental psychology is essential if we want to change the individual's attitudes and behaviors towards the environment. The social dimension will play a decisive role in the requirements of sustainable development and individual behaviors towards environmental issues.
more abstractenvironment, climate change, individual, social dimension, environmental psychology
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DownloadTHE EVOLUTION OF THE ORGANIC FOOD MARKET DURING 2012-2022 pag. 182-189
Manuela –Dora ORBOI 1, A. BĂNEȘ2, Andreea Adriana PETCOV1, Simona Cristina CONSTANTINESCU1, Ana Mariana DINCU1Organic food is no longer considered a market niche. They are products obtained from organic agriculture in compliance with the rules on organic production, food processing and labeling, certification procedures for producers, as well as the import of these products. Organic production is a sustainable agricultural system that combines best environmental and animal welfare practices, a high level of biodiversity, conservation of energy and natural resources. Organic production is an integrated management system that includes all other stages of the food supply chain. The market for organic agri-food products is in a phase of continuous expansion. The organic food market has grown steadily, from almost 60 million euros in 2012 to 134.76 million euros in 2022, with the demand for organic food remaining concentrated in Europe and North America. The country with the largest market for organic products in Europe is Germany, with 15.31 million euros in 2022, out of total sales of 53.07 million euros. In North America, the country with the largest market is the United States with sales of 58.56 million euros in 2022 out of total sales of 64.36 million euros. This paper is based on a content analysis of statistical materials related to the organic food market in 2014-2024 period.
more abstractorganic food, market, producers, consumers, growth
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DownloadTHE MINERAL CONTENT OF THE POTATO pag. 190-194
Corina Maria PELICI, Nicoleta Maria VICAR, Adina BERBECEA, Isidora RADULOVMinerals are the basic elements of metabolism and have a structural and indispensable role for the realization of metabolic functions in the human and plant organism. Most of the world's potato production is used for fresh consumption, however, in industrialized nations there has been a decline in fresh potato consumption in recent years. The potato is a particularly important plant for human nutrition, animal feed and industrial processing. The potato provides the body with minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, calcium or zinc. Potassium is an essential mineral because it helps the body function properly. The experiment was done for 2 years, 2022-2023, on the Carerra potato variety, and the potato crop was sown mechanized, the maintenance work was also done mechanized, the land was fertilized with manure and complex fertilizers, in the locality Cralovăț, Timiș county. This study aimed to monitor the content of Ca, K, Mg, Mn, Cu and Zn minerals and evaluate some quality parameters in Solanum tuberosum tubers. These determinations were made by atomic absorption spectrophotometry in a research laboratory. This two-year study was conducted to investigate the influence of fertilization and variety on potato tuber quality. The results were within the limits provided in the specialized literature.
more abstractpotato, variety, fertilization, spectrophotometry
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DownloadBUILDING RESILIENT WATER SYSTEMS. IRRIGATION FOR THE PREVENTION OF NATURAL HAZARDS, COMBATING DESERTIFICATION AND LAND DEGRADATION pag. 195-204
C. REBEDEAMany natural systems are now affected by climate change. To reduce the negative impact, the international community has adopted several measures to deal with climate change. Adaptation measures can mitigate the negative impact of climate change, but with its intensification. Therefore, to deal with climate change, it is necessary to adopt mitigation and adaptation measures at the same time. Climate change has increased the likelihood and intensity of drought. Thus, proper water management in irrigation systems could increase the resilience of agricultural production to climate change. Due to water resource constraints, water supply for agricultural irrigation cannot be ensured without sustainable management. Studies have shown that increased efficiency in efficient water use holds the key to addressing water scarcity and food security issues. Studies have shown that water consumption can be reduced and grain production can be increased. Saving water in agriculture is a necessary prerequisite for remedying water scarcity problems. Irrigation with treated water is a major contribution to the significant increase in yield and efficiency of water use, treated wastewater can represent an effective alternative to cover the water demand of the agricultural sector. Crop production systems that use treated water and save water on a large scale need to be established in the near future to feed the growing population. Also, to mitigate climate warming, it is necessary to minimize greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the production of energy used in irrigation water pumping stations, by using green energy (solar, wind, geothermal). The measures help combat climate change by providing technical support for appropriate actions, reducing their negative impact on agricultural production and ensuring food security. The use of treated water and sewage sludge can reduce soil salinization and conserve soil to support land productivity and environmental benefits.
more abstractclimate change, water resource management, infrastructure resilience, integrated planning
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DownloadAUTOMATION OF CADASTRE WORKS USING THE LISP PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE pag. 205-223
A. ȘMULEAC1, A. BUDA1, M. HERBEI1, Laura ȘMULEAC1, G. POPESCU1, R. PAȘCALĂU1Time is a resource never enough or at hand in the most important moments, a resource that we are forced to rationalize. No matter how hard we try, the time itself will not be manageable, only the activities that are carried out in a certain period. Planning and staging the way of working is a method of ensuring control for the fulfilment of all tasks necessary to complete the general cadastre works, but also removing distractions from the objective, thus obtaining optimization at management level. The use of AutoCAD software for cadastre works has become more and more frequent with the passage of time, thus facilitating the development of new applications that can be loaded and used within the basic software. These applications are written using the AutoLISP programming language developed by Autodesk, which is derived from the LISP programming language. Knowing how to work to complete the general cadastre works, we can deduce the stages that can be automated within the AutoCAD software and develop applications according to the needs of each stage. This paper aims to use Visual Studio Code software to write and edit application code customized according to identified needs, but also by testing applications within AutoCAD software and presents how to work within a general cadastre project, carefully following each stage in order to automate them.
more abstracttime, AutoCAD, AutoLISP, Visual Studio Code, CGXML, general cadastre
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DownloadTHE EFFECT OF DROUGHT STRESS ON THE PHENOLOGICAL PARAMETERS OF DIFFERENT MAIZE HYBRIDS pag. 224-229
Roland HUDÁK1, Zoltán FUTÓ2Irrigation experiments related to drought stress are important from several points of view. The first of these is to improve the quality and quantity of the yield, as it is already known, drought stress negatively affects the growth and development of plants, which can lead to a reduced average yield and a lower quality crop. Irrigation trials allow us to determine how to replace missing moisture to maximize yield and improve crop quality. Optimizing water management is also of great importance, as efficient water management is critical for plant survival and maximizing yield. The exploration of genetic differences is also an important aspect, since different plant varieties or hybrids may react differently to drought stress. Irrigation trials help identify stress-tolerant cultivars or hybrids that are better adapted to drought conditions. During our research, we tested five different maize hybrids in the year of 2023. The location was the experimental farm of the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Irrigation and Land Improvement in Szarvas. The experiment was set up under a foil tent, in order to completely exclude natural precipitation, resulting in an even and precise water dose for all hybrids during the research. The experiment was created with three repetition with three different water dose, during the growing season we were able to monitor the air temperature of the experimental area, the leaf area (LAI) of the different hybrids, the relative chlorophyll content (SPAD) value and the plant height, while the total biomass was determined during the harvest.
more abstractdrought stress, irrigation, maize
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