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Published: 09.06.2024.

 The research provides an examination of the Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) appliance across diverse domains of creativity. In addition to exploring the theoretical background of machine learning and artificial intelligence, numerous practical applications of ANNs are discussed, in the fields such as education, agriculture, traffic, environ...

By MARIJA BLAGOJEVIĆ

 Is Global Merchandise Trade Heading Towards Sustainability? In recent decades, there has been an unprecedented increase in global trade volumes, world exports, and GDP ratio, bringing progress that has positively impacted billions of people in numerous countries. However, the sustainability of these developments in terms of the environment, e...

By LÁSZLÓ ERDEY, VERONIKA FENYVES, ÁDÁM MÁRKUS

 Studying of "patch loading" was initiated at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, University of Montenegro (FCE UoM) in the early 1990s. The series of studies, still continuing, encompassing experimental, theoretical and numerical investigations, including AI application, was a logical follow-up of the projects that previously had been conducted...

By BILJANA ŠĆEPANOVIĆ

 For most of their history, people have lived a "migration culture". By moving from one place to another, they created conveniences for themselves, but often also conflicts. The system of states established since the Neolithic revolution has created barriers for the movement of people in the form of political borders, but also cultural ones, b...

By VLADE SIMOVIĆ, DRASKO GAJIĆ

 In addition to potentially resolving environmental issues that come from plastic and food waste, active biodegradable packaging is being developed to increase the shelf life, quality, and safety of packaged food. In order to overcome the drawbacks of monolayer hydrocolloid-based coating, such as poor mechanical and barrier properties, the des...

By TAMARA ERCEG, OLJA ŠOVLJANSKI, ANA TOMIĆ, BILJANA LONČAR, MIROSLAV HADNAĐEV, MILICA AĆIMOVIĆ, VESNA TEOFILOVIĆ

 This paper presents methodology for defining spatial risk of land salinization in the Vojvodina Province (Serbia). Based on previous works and the available data, the group of agricultural experts identified 11 criteria that play an important role in land evaluation for salinization risk. The selected criteria are not sufficient on their own,...

By BOŠKO BLAGOJEVIĆ, ATILA BEZDAN, JOVANA BEZDAN

 There has been a plethora of research undertaken to identify functional amendments to be used in plant production to improve plant growth, productivity, and quality, as well as to help plants overcome different types of environmental stress. In organic agriculture, the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides is limited, so there is a need ...

By SVJETLANA ZELJKOVIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
ANTIFUNGAL ACTIVITY OF ARTHROSPIRA (SPIRULINA) STRAINS

 Fungal infections represent a considerable cause of morbidity and mortality, whereby several species of the genus Candida cause invasive candidiasis. Considering the growing problem of resistance to conventional antifungal drugs in Candida strains, the development of new natural antifungal agents represents promising alternatives. Cyanobacter...

By DAJANA BLAGOJEVIĆ, PETAR DAVIDOVIĆ, VANJA STANIŠLJEVIĆ, ANITA KONC, JELICA SIMEUNOVIĆ

 Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) are a group of photosynthetic procaryotes investigated as an exceptional source of novel and bioactive compounds, while some species are used in aquaculture, agriculture, food and feed, etc. Recently, these microorganisms have been intensively studied to develop biocrusts, with the aim of stabilizing the soil ...

By DAJANA BLAGOJEVIĆ, PETAR DAVIDOVIĆ, JOVANA PANAJOTOVIĆ, JELICA SIMEUNOVIĆ

 Invasive plant species pose a significant global biodiversity challenge due to their rapid spread and competition with native species, necessitating effective conservation strategies to mitigate their impact. A floristic survey in the "Vlasina" protected area (An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Serbia) identified six highly invasive pla...

By FILIP GRBOVIĆ, SNEŽANA BRANKOVIĆ, NEVENA PETROVIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
COMPOSTING – TECHNOLOGY OF BIOLOGICAL WASTE TREATMENT

 Composting is defined as the decomposition of wet, solid organic matter using aerobic microorganisms under controlled conditions. As a product, a useful material is obtained, similar to humus, which does not have an unpleasant smell and can be used as a soil conditioning agent or as a fertilizer. The main goals of composting different organic...

By IVAN STOJKOVIĆ, MILICA KARANAC, VLADIMIR PAVIĆEVIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
LIFE CYCLE ASSEMENT OF BIODIESEL PRODUCTION AND USE

 This scientific work aims to evaluate the life cycle of biodiesel, using the method of environmental impact and sustainability analysis. Biodiesel is a biofuel obtained by processing vegetable oils or animal fats, which can be used as a substitute for conventional diesel, due to its renewable nature and lower impact on greenhouse gas emission...

By IVAN J. STOJKOVIĆ, MILJANA KRSTIĆ, ANA VELIČKOVIĆ, JELENA AVRAMOVIĆ, VLADA VELJKOVIĆ

 The global trend is towards increasing the fraction of energy supply from renewable sources. Governments, corporate organizations and international agencies all over the world are collaborating towards achieving affordable and sustainable energy supply. Using observation method and secondary data from literature, this study explored the feasi...

By ISRAEL DUNMADE

 The dairy industry produces wastewater at all stages of the production process, from primary processing and separation of milk to production, packaging, and distribution of final products. Depending on the type of product, the stage of production, and the size of the production, the resulting wastewater mainly consists of residues of milk, mi...

By LJILJANA TANASIĆ, SUZANA KNEŽEVIĆ, MILENA MILOJEVIĆ, MAJA DOŠENOVIĆ MARINKOVIĆ, BILJANA DELIĆ VUJANOVIĆ

 In the Republic of Serbia, large quantities of animal waste are generated that are not managed adequately. A particular category of this waste is slaughterhouse waste, which has significant potential to be used for energy purposes. Most slaughterhouses and private farms are forced to independently resolve the issue of disposing of slaughterho...

By SUZANA KNEŽEVIĆ, MILENA MILOJEVIĆ, MAJA DOŠENOVIĆ MARINKOVIĆ, LJILJANA TANASIĆ

 Everyone knows that agriculture is vital for feeding and clothing people and supplying raw materials for industry, and its importance will remain. However, intensifying agriculture leads to issues like pollution, residues, and animal welfare problems. These issues are why unconventional livestock production is becoming more common. For instan...

By MILENA MILOJEVIĆ, SUZANA KNEŽEVIĆ, MAJA DOŠENOVIĆ MARINKOVIĆ, GORAN STANIŠIĆ

 The schools with their own water supply sources, such as wells, had higher nitrate concentrations compared to those connected to public water supply systems. The retrospective ten-year analysis of nitrate concentrations trend in water samples from private water supply systems (wells) in rural schools of the Mačva district using database of th...

By BOJAN DAMNJANOVIĆ, MARIJANA SREĆKOVIĆ, MILICA ŽIVKOVIĆ, ANA VASIĆ, GORDANA JOVANOVIĆ, LJILJANA TANASIĆ

 An aquatic plant, Euryale ferox Salisb, is the only species of the genus Euryale native to eastern Asia and has been found from India to Korea and Japan. E. ferox is ecologically classified as floating leaf emergent macrophyte or as a rooted floating macrophyte - aerohydatophyte. E. ferox is regarded as an extinct Tertiary aquatic plant of Eu...

By MILICA ŽIVKOVIĆ, RANKO PERIĆ, DRAGAN OBRADOV, BOJAN DAMNJANOVIĆ, ŠANDOR ŠIPOŠ, BORIS NOVAKOVIĆ

 Riparian and aquatic habitats being especially under threat, as these habitats represent important corridors for the spread of invasive speciesThe rapid spread of invasive alien plants worldwide has occurred as a consequence of intensive anthropogenic movement. Field research was conducted in riparian areas of 35 rivers in Serbia, following t...

By ŽIVKOVIĆ MILIC, ANA ANĐELKOVIĆ, SLAĐANA POPOVIĆ, BOJAN DAMNJANOVIĆ

 Eco design involves creating products with minimal environmental impact throughout their entire life cycle. This approach integrates sustainability principles into the design, production, and disposal processes. By integrating of eco design principles, companies can significantly reduce its environmental footprint, promote sustainability, and...

By NEVENA VUKIĆ, DEJAN KOJIĆ, LJUBICA JANJETOVIĆ

 Financial portfolio management aims to allocate resources for optimal returns while mitigating risk. Traditional methods based on assumptions like normal return distributions and simplistic risk measures have limitations. Deep reinforcement learning (DRL) combines deep learning for feature representation and reinforcement learning for optimal...

By FENGCHEN GU

 Time management skill is increasingly becoming a significant indicator of healthcare workers' productivity in achieving the mission of providing quality healthcare services. In addition to the knowledge and skills they possess, healthcare organizations require their employees to develop successful time management skills, which involve goal se...

By MILICA STANKOVIĆ, MARKO SLAVKOVIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
LEADERSHIP IN STARTUPS: PIONEERING PATHS TO SUCCESS

 Leadership is important to startup success, yet it is often underestimated. Startups, which are defined by fast growth, limited resources, working in an environment of high risk and uncertainty and have a desire for innovation, rely mainly on the leadership of its founders or CEOs. This paper aims to study three leadership theories and its im...

By AYMAN SADIK AL NAJJAR

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
OPEN INNOVATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF LEADERSHIP

 Open innovations are of particular importance for the quality of organizational leadership. Support for open innovation at the level of a company leader implies the development of a culture of change and support, as well as an organizational climate in the spirit of creativity and openness. On the other hand, as management has the ability and...

By MILAN RESIMIĆ

 Human capital development has been identified by various authors as part of the economic growth determinant. It is impossible to achieve sustainable growth without matching the relationship between human capital and economic growth with appropriate capabilities. This study sought to examine the relationship among human capital development, ca...

By AWE ISAAC TOPE

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
HUMAN POTENTIAL MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION

 Human potential plays a significant role in the company. The basis of the business of every company is the quality of human potential, their abilities, skills, motivation... Motivation is one of the main factors that affects the work and productivity of employees. Greater employee motivation creates a greater motive for work, which contribute...

By SLAĐANA LOLIĆ

 The growing trend of interest in Christian ethics and spirituality influenced organizational models and behavior. Spirituality gives meaning to every activity, including organizational leadership, and it provides a framework for using organizational models. The aim of the work is to connect the selected elements of the famous McKinsey model 7...

By MILAN RESIMIĆ

 The tourist themed routes go back almost 100 years. First of all, they are of great importance within the field of tourism, and even today they are effective tools for tourism development and rural development. In the 1990s, the first thematic tourist routes were created in Central and Eastern European countries. Their creation, operation and...

By MÓNIKA PENTZ, TIBOR GONDA

 The modern economic understanding equates company in terms of ownership, the owner of the alliance, and in this regard arises variable combination of the priority objectives in which priority is given to the objectives defined by the majority shareholders. The company is a complex organization that operates in terms of external and internal u...

By OGNJEN BAKMAZ, DARKO MARTINOV, DRAGAN VUKASOVIĆ

 Cultural differences have significantly influenced business management during the past twenty years. Internationally, cross-cultural management is currently a prominent topic in modern business. Hofstede's model consists of six variables that are utilised to evaluate cross-cultural implications and cultural aspects: power distance, uncertaint...

By MILOVANČEVIĆ MILOŠ, SRĐAN STOJIČIĆ, MIRJANA MILJANOVIĆ, NIKOLA SIMONOVIĆ

 There is a complex relationship between competition in the product market and investment in business. On one hand, the relationship may be positive, while on the other hand, it might be negative. Various methodologies have been proposed to assess market power for the purpose of developing steps to mitigate or eliminate it. Commonly utilised m...

By SRĐAN STOJIČIĆ, MILOŠ MILOVANČEVIĆ, MIRJANA MILJANOVIĆ, NIKOLA SIMONOVIĆ

 In today’s volatile business environment, the Blue Ocean Strategy (BOS) has proved as a prominent framework for creating an uncontested market space for achieving sustainable growth. Applying this strategy also achieves a new way of adding value for consumers, clients, stakeholders, and consequently, the local community. This paper exam...

By TATJANA MAMULA NIKOLIĆ, SVETLANA KRALJ, MIRJANA MILOVANOVIĆ

 The COVID-19 pandemic affected all countries both in social and economic dimensions. Currently, vaccination is considered to be one of the most efficient solutions which can stop the further spread of the virus. Therefore, the paper aims to understand the factors that determined the social approval of the COVID-19 vaccines in Romania. To get ...

By BALÁZS BOGA

 The pandemic caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) has had a significant impact on the global economy and in a very short period of time it changed society as a whole, the daily social activities of people, as well as the business activities of economic entities. "New Reality" has had an effect on international marketers, and accordingly on In...

By MILJENKO STRNAD, BILJANA RAĐENOVIĆ KOZIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
POSITION OF THE BRAND IN ON LINE SHOPPING

 The position of the brand in the market of the 21st century is a very important question of the theory and practice of marketing. Brands rule the markets. Consumers feel more confident buying brands. Pandemics, wars, economic crises and the appearance of a large number of producers contribute to the fact that consumers feel insecure and that ...

By MILJENKO STRNAD, BILJANA RAĐENOVIĆ KOZIĆ

 Social networks play an important role in various fields of companies' businesses. Numerous studies deal with analyzing the content shared with followers through these modern communication channels. What is shown through social networks are promises that are created and presented to followers to make a sale and build an emotional connection w...

By DRAGANA GAŠEVIĆ, MARIJA VRANJEŠ, DRAGANA TOMAŠEVIĆ

 Traditional media are losing their attractiveness in the modern business environment, particularly among the younger population. At the same time, more and more people are shifting towards social media and relying on influencer endorsements. In these circumstances, it becomes evident that integrating influencers into the company's marketing s...

By MARIJA VRANJEŠ, DRAGANA GAŠEVIĆ, DRAGANA TOMAŠEVIĆ

 Calculation and measurement of the impact of achieved business results with the contribution of marketing and product branding is a continuous process in every business environment. This type of evaluation is necessary so that management can determine the validity of various marketing concepts focusing on planning adequate marketing strategy ...

By VUČELJA LEKIĆ, MLADEN JANJIĆ, NADA DAMLJANOVIĆ

 Internet marketing is a very important tool in the hands of management, which they use more and more recently in order to manage the company more easily and better, and as a result achieve the best possible business results. Good results achieved in this way will inevitably position the company in a desirable place on the market and thus give...

By MLADEN MILIĆ, JELENA LUTOVAC

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
THE ROLE OF THE PLANNER IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN

 In today's fast-paced, highly competitive and innovative environment, satisfying consumer needs is a major challenge for companies. In modern times, companies that operate as a whole that uses all their available resources survive successfully. In order to be able to use all its resources, it is necessary to connect all parts of the company i...

By NIKOLA VOJVODIĆ, MILJA ŠTEKOVIĆ, DARKO VASELIĆ

 Ecologically responsible producers now have the opportunity to realize a key competitive advantage in the market, because ecological awareness is gradually integrated into all aspects of social, business, political and ethical thinking and action. The fact that there is an environmentally responsible consumer segment on the market has become ...

By SIMONIDA VILIĆ, DUJAKOVIĆ TATJANA

 Our economic activities thrive on resource exploitation, material processing, manufacturing, utilization and disposal. The linearity of our economic activities has caused enormous environmental problems such as resource depletion, loss of biodiversity, soil contamination, air and water pollution, and climate change. However, circular economy ...

By ISRAEL DUNMADE, JOSHUA OSARO

 Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) represent a significant development factor in all transitional countries. It could be argued that the development of SMEs represents one of the greatest development opportunities for Bosnia and Herzegovina, including Republika Srpska. Therefore, it is important to highlight their position. Why focus o...

By JELENA JOVOVIĆ, MILICA LAKIĆ, DARKO VASELIĆ

 Financial reports are published on the official websites of business entities, on stock exchanges (if the company is listed on the stock exchange), as well as in other ways so that they are fully accessible to the public. So, as a rule, these are documents that do not represent a business secret, but the goal is to familiarize all interested ...

By MARKO MILIĆ, SLAĐANA VUJIČIĆ

 Financial analysis is the process of assessing a company's financial performance, health and sustainability by examining its financial statements, indicators, trends and other relevant financial data. It involves interpreting numbers to assess various aspects of a company's financial position and performance. Financial analysis is crucial to ...

By MARKO MILOŠEVIĆ, MARKO MILIĆ, OGNJEN BAKMAZ

 It has been the worries of the economist and policy makers getting the economy into the desired growth trajectory investment in solid minerals has been one of the identified growth drivers in economic literature. The study examined the impact of fiscal and monetary policy on the mining sector output in Nigeria via time- series data between 19...

By MARY BOSEDE OLUFAYO

 The development of a country’s finacial szstem is reflected in the diversity of financial institutions that make up it, and the structure of the financial system of selected countries is of a bankocentric type, characterized by traditional banking. The subject of this paper is a comparative analysis of the business of the microcredit se...

By MILICA LAKIĆ, JELENA JOVOVIĆ, RUŽICA ĐERVIDA, ZORAN ĐURIČIĆ

 The existence of an efficient system of public health care in the social community is a characteristic for a quality social entity and a measuring element of the life quality in a population. Like any other sub-system in the state, it is necessary to finance the sustainable development of the public health system. The paper contains an analys...

By JELENA JOVOVIĆ, MLADEN IVIĆ, ŽELJKO GRUBLJEŠIĆ, MILOŠ TUBIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
SPECIFICITY OF BUDGETING OF "STARČEVICA" SKI CLUB

 This paper investigates the budgeting process in sports organizations, with special emphasis on the example of the organization of a ski camp. The goal of the research is to analyze this process using the organization of a ski camp as a concrete example, identifying the key elements of the budget and investigating the impact of financial mana...

By SREĆKO STANIŠIĆ, DEJAN CRNOMAT, SRBOLJUB VUKOVIĆ

 This research will address the "selection of the optimal computer from the set of offers received by the company JUGOPLAST from Guča". The procedure for applying the PROMETHEE method and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method will be presented. The practical application of the AHP method will be demonstrated using Expert Choice 2000 soft...

By JASMINA ĆURČIĆ, MILAN VESKOVIĆ, SINIŠA MACAN, SANDRA MILUNOVIĆ, NEDA NIKOLIĆ

 Generation Z (better known as "zoomers") is influencing changes in traditional business models through the creation of innovations fueled by digitization and artificial intelligence. Thanks to a better understanding of digitization, this generation is a step ahead of other generations in the world of changes in the business sense. The subject...

By NIKŠA GRGUREVIĆ

 The study examines the relationship between oil prices and headline and core inflation in Saudi Arabia from 2001 to 2022. To examine short- and long-run dynamic effects, the study employs Johansen cointegration and Vector Error Correction Model (VECM) approach. Our findings indicate the presence of long run equilibrium relationship only in th...

By RAMI HIJAZINE

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
SIMILARITY OF BI-VARIANT TIME SERIES

 This paper presents one algorithm for choosing optimal solution from a bivariant time series database. The presented algorithm uses a similarity measure to compare each object in the database to a specific suitable object. The proposed method is useful when dealing with multidimensional time series data, e.g., bi-variant time series, where c...

By VUČELJA LEKIĆ, NADA DAMLJANOVIĆ, MLADEN JANJIĆ

 In this paper, the Enveloped Data Analysis (DEA) method was used, which is used to measure the efficiency of business systems in the production of cereals in European countries. Due to the increase in population on earth, there is a need for more food and more efficient production. The DEA method enables the analysis of the efficiency of the ...

By ŽARKO ROSIĆ, IGOR ŠABIĆ

 The crime of genocide, as defined by international criminal law, represents one of the gravest violations of human rights and a threat to international peace and security. This paper examines the legal framework governing the crime of genocide, focusing on its definition, elements, and prosecution under key international instruments such as t...

By ALEKSANDRA MILOŠEVIĆ

 The institute of necessary defense, as stipulated by the Criminal Code of the Republic of Serbia, is a key mechanism for the protection of constitutional rights and freedoms of citizens. Necessary defense allows individuals to take measures necessary to avert imminent danger to life, body, or property without incurring criminal liability. Thi...

By ALEKSANDRA MILOŠEVIĆ

 Contract murder is set in within the segment of qualified types of murder where one subject hires another subject to kill a targeted person or a group of people. In that process, the employer or instigator hires a person who charges the services with money or with other value. The phenomenology of contract murder in a civilised society arouse...

By ALMIR PUSTAHIJA, FARAH FAZLAGIĆ- GEZGEL

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
ECONOMIC CRIME

 At the beginning of the paper, the author gives a definition of economic crime, while underlining the existence of doubts about its definition. In the next part of the paper, he highlights certain characteristics of economic crime, clearly separating the special modality of committing criminal acts, the special status of the perpetrator and t...

By DARKO DIMOVSKI

 Labor and financial legislation regulated all aspects of employment, work of workers, as well as financial business procedures related to the employment relationship. The provisions that regulate the rights and obligations of employees, as well as the responsibility and obligations of the employer in connection with the employment relationshi...

By MILE MATIJEVIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
CYBERCRIME

 Cybercrime as a specific type of crime has lately experienced expansion, so the attacks on countries, institutions as well as individuals are more frequent. The Republic of Srpska has not been left out either, considering the latest attacks on the Integrated Health Information System of the Republic of Srpska. Information technology developme...

By SUZANA MALEŠIĆ, DUŠKA ZORIĆ, AMIR HADŽIMUJIĆ

 The abuse of official position or authority as the main criminal act against official position causes various doubts and problems in practice regarding the features of offenders of that very action of execution, using official position, which is not clearly and concisely defined, and which is contrary to the principle of legality as the main ...

By SUZANA MALEŠIĆ, DUŠKA ZORIĆ

 Research into applying digital technology for educational purposes supports raising interest in cultural heritage. That approach, which involves user interaction with content through modern technology, is an engaged learning experience. Digitized cultural heritage attracts new audiences and motivates different social groups, especially young ...

By IVANA VASILJEVIĆ, ALEKSANDRA BOBIĆ, MILAN MIŠČEVIĆ, MILOŠ OBRADOVIĆ, ANICA DRAGANIĆ, MARIJA SILAĐI, NNENAD KUZMANOVIC, RATKO OBRADOVIĆ

 Visualization in medicine represents one of the innovative ways of patient education where, through the use of 3D animations, surgical procedures are visually represented based on detailed data about anatomy, surgical protocols, and expert opinions in the field. In this study, the process of creating and implementing 3D animation in patient e...

By MILAN MIŠČEVIĆ, ALEKSANDRA BOBIĆ, LAZAR VELICKI, RATKO OBRADOVIĆ, IVANA VASILJEVIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
WAVELET TRANSFORMATION WITH EXAMPLES

 This paper presents Wavelet transformation in image and signal processing. Wavelet (small wave) is used as a principle by which various programming and engineering tasks are solved with the main goal of improving the shortcomings of the Fourier transformation in terms of data compression, image processing, computer graphics, signals and other...

By ALEN KAMIŠ, ALEKSANDAR ZAKIĆ, SAŠA KUKOLJ, NEMANJA DERETIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
DISPLAY OF SPINAL DEFORMITIES IN AN AR ENVIRONMENT

 In this paper, it is shown how a 3D model of the spinal column in patients with adolescent scoliosis can be visualized in augmented reality, through the use of various software tools. This process is based on analysing the surface of the back and identifying key anatomical markers. The application of developed 3D models can have a significant...

By DIJANA STOJIĆ, SAŠA ĆUKOVIĆ, VANJA LUKOVIĆ, DEJAN VUJIČIĆ

 A histogram is a graphical representation of the distribution of data, commonly used as an analysis tool in statistics to visualize the frequency distribution of a dataset. Our focus of interest lies in the Frequency Histogram, a special graph that employs vertical columns to illustrate the frequency of occurrence of each data element. Here, ...

By DUSHAN BIKOV, LIMONKA KOCEVA LAZAROVA, ZORAN PANOV

 In this work, we present a prototype of a high-precision and high-resolution seismic data acquisition system (DAQ). This system is designed for real-time monitoring, data acquisition, and visualization of seismic activity, tailored specifically for local and micro-location applications, but not limited to them. The system has various applicat...

By DUSHAN BIKOV, ZORAN PANOV, RISTO POPOVSKI

 The paper explores the potential integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in mathematics education. It delves into the transformative impact AI could have on teaching and learning processes within the realm of mathematics. By leveraging AI technologies such as machine learning algorithms and natural language processing, educators can...

By LIMONKA KOCEVA LAZAROVA, NATASHA STOJKOVIK, VASKO KOKALANOV

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
WORDPRESS – AN ESSENTIAL TOOL FOR DIGITAL MARKETING

 E-commerce is the process of selling goods and services over the Internet. Customers come to the website or online marketplace and buy products using electronic payments. After receiving the money, the merchant ships the goods or provides the service. Digital marketing offers the perfect way to meet and connect with our audience. We can test ...

By MIRJANA KOCALEVA VITANOVA, BILJANA ZLATANOVSKA, MARIJA MITEVA

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
USING CHATGPT IN SOLVING DEFINITE INTEGRALS

 Artificial intelligence has an inevitable scientific and societal development nowadays. It is increasingly involved in human everyday life with the simple purpose of making it easier. Therefore, in this work, we will explore the possibilities of ChatGPT as an artificial intelligence tool in the application of definite integrals. The applicati...

By BILJANA ZLATANOVSKA, MARIJA MITEVA, MIRJANA KOCALEVA VITANOVA

 Today’s dental praxis is strongly based on assumptions and experience; hence it often leads to unwanted complications and failure in the therapy. Complex dental treatments, such as crowns, bridges, prostheses, implant constructions, can cost a lot of time, money and effort to be created. In order to decrease the number of failures, the ...

By VASKO KOKALANOV, VERICA TONEVA STOJMENOVA, NATASHA STOJKOVIK

 Seismic events induced by blasting operations in open pit mines pose significant challenges for monitoring and mitigation. This paper presents an innovative approach utilizing audio field recorders to capture seismic signals from both vertical and horizontal geophones deployed in mining environments. Field experiments were conducted at a mini...

By ZORAN PANOV, DUSHAN BIKOV

 This paper explores the justification and proposes a model for the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) into medication procurement systems. By analyzing the current state of medication procurement, we identify key areas where AI could enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reliability of the process. The implementation of AI is suggested ...

By VLADIMIR MILIĆEVIĆ, IGOR FRANC

 The processes of simulation and modeling in medicine are not new. The popularization of modern technologies, primarily Artificial Intelligence (AI), has significantly impacted this segment of medical practice. This primarily refers to the development of predictive models and the creation of intelligent simulators based on these technologies. ...

By VLADAN ČOLIĆ, MARIJA MOSILOVIĆ, ENES SUKIĆ

 The data represent facts that gain meaning through processing. Processed sales are called information and as such represent very significant resources today. A special category is represented by sensitive or private data. The need to protect this data initiated the development of legal regulations and guidelines that define the rules of perso...

By VESNA SIMIKIĆ

 This study aims to dope silver (Ag) and fluorine (F) in zinc oxide (ZnO) for the improvement of photoresponse properties in ZnO since previous reports confirmed improvement of these properties using individual doping of F and Ag. The F-doped ZnO (FZO) and F and Ag co-doped ZnO (FAZO) nanorods were synthesized using a modified hydrothermal met...

By AMINU MUHAMMAD, SABAH M. MOHAMMAD, SUVINDRAJ RAJAMANICKAM, IBRAHIM GARBA SHITU

 The toxicity of hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) is well recognized, and its use is highly regulated in EU countries, including restrictions under frameworks like the REACH regulation in the EU. In Republika Srpska, the use of Cr(VI) is also limited by current legal regulations, ensuring strict control over its use and discharge. Under REACH, hex...

By BORISLAV N. MALINOVIĆ, OLJA PETRUŠIĆ, SANDA PILIPOVIĆ, DRAŽENKO BJELIĆ, TIJANA ĐURIČIĆ

 Since the rapid industrial development results in extensive production and use of conventional plastic materials, their inadequate disposal and accumulation led to a major environmental concern due to the global climate and environmental impact. The traditional methods of plastic waste treatment including disposal to landfills, plastic recycl...

By SANJA RACKOV, BRANKA PILIĆ

 The modern society is facing environmental concerns about the exploitation and use of petroleum-based polymers in terms of their degadation rate and subsequent solid waste issues. As traditional treatment technologies cannot response to the appropriate extent, scientific effort has been focused towards novel recycling technologies as well as ...

By TAMARA ERCEG, SANJA RACKOV, BRANKA PILIĆ

 Sustainable solutions for environmental restoration are crucial due to the increasing release of toxic substances in the ecosystem. The adsorption capacity to remove acridine red from an aqueous solution was investigated using the hydrochar of the spent mushroom substrate, which was obtained by the process of hydrothermal carbonization at a m...

By MARIJA MILENKOVIĆ, TAMARA LAZAREVIĆ-PAŠTI, SLAVICA POROBIĆ-KATNIĆ, VEDRAN MILANKOVIĆ, TAMARA TASIĆ, MILENA MARINOVIĆ-CINCOVIĆ

 Recycled rubber powder (PRR) is used as a filler and modifier for various elastomeric materials. Recycled rubbers include reclaimed rubber, ground rubber, or reprocessed synthetic rubber, by means any rubber waste that has been converted to an economically useful form. Composites based on elastomers and recycled rubber powder is a serious cha...

By SLAVIŠA JOVANOVIĆ, VOJISLAV JOVANOVIĆ, GORDANA MARKOVIĆ, SUZANA SAMARŽIJA-JOVANOVIĆ, MARIJA MILENKOVIĆ, MILENA MARINOVIĆ-CINCOVIĆ

 The study represents the research of the origin and connection of waters of the Šar Mountains aquatorium using natural isotopes of water, tritium and oxygen 18O. The waters of two lakes and two creeks that dominate this aquatorium have been analyzed. Monitoring of the seasonal maximum, taking into account the obtained tritium profile o...

By NENAD STANOJEVIĆ, JELENA ĐOKIĆ, DUŠAN NIKEZIĆ, ŽIVČE ŠARKOĆEVIĆ, UROŠ KOVAČEVIĆ

 Green building, or the sustainable use of biomass in construction, is a concept for the design and construction of buildings with a lower environmental impact and higher resource efficiency. In recent years, the construction sector has recognized that the introduction of more environmentally friendly methods is crucial to halting global warmi...

By MILICA MLADENOVIĆ, BILJANA VUČIĆEVIĆ, PREDRAG ŠKOBALJ

 The residual oil extracted from a press cake, a by-product of fodder radish seed screw pressing, underwent extraction using n-hexane as an extracting solvent. The influence of various process parameters (solvent/press cake ratio: 3–10 mL/g, temperature: 20–70 °C, and processing time: 1–5 min) on the residual fodder radis...

By VESNA S. ZLATKOVIĆ, NADA L. GRAHOVAC, IVANA B. BANKOVIĆ ILIĆ, PETAR M. MITROVIĆ, ZORAN B. TODOROVIĆ, ANA M. MARJANOVIĆ JEROMELA, VLADA VELJKOVIĆ

 Lavender essential oil (LEO) is widely utilized in aromatherapy, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and the food industry due to its biological properties and appealing fragrances. This study examines the influence of two concentrations (5% and 10%) of NaCl and KCl on the chemical composition of LEO. Hydrodistillation was conducted with a 1:10 hydro...

By ALEKSANDRA B. PEROVIĆ, IVANA T. KARABEGOVIĆ, MILJANA S. KRSTIĆ, ANA V. VELIČKOVIĆ, JELENA M. AVRAMOVIĆ, STOJAN S. MANČIĆ, BOJANA R. DANILOVIĆ, VLADA B. VELJKOVIĆ

 Castor (Ricinus communis L.) is cultivated as a non-edible oilseed crop across tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate regions, often in areas with marginal soils. The castor oil recovery process usually involves primary seed preparation, oil recovery, and refining, with variations in the order of operations. The recovery methods include conven...

By MILJANA KRSTIĆ, DRAGANA RAJKOVIĆ, ANA VELIČKOVIĆ, JELENA AVRAMOVIĆ, ANA M. MARJANOVIĆ JEROMELA, IVAN J. STOJKOVIĆ, VLADA VELJKOVIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
EXAMINATION OF THE QUALITY OF GOAT CHEESE IN A SACK

 Goat cheese in a sack is a traditional Herzegovinian product of extreme specificity, both in production technology and in the properties of the final product. The main characteristic of cheese in a sack is anaerobic ripening inside a bag made of lamb skin (mixture), which is how the cheese got its name. The aim of this work is to examine the ...

By SAVANOVIĆ DANICA, VELEMIR ANA, SAVANOVIĆ JOVO, MANDIĆ SNJEŽANA, SAVIĆ ALEKSANDAR, KUČINAR JOVANA

 Natural plant extracts are a good alternative to improve the quality and safety of dry fermented sausages. Different factors during processing have an impact on the quality characteristics of the final product, but the sensory properties influence overall quality and consumers’ product acceptance. This study aimed to examine the effect ...

By ANA VELEMIR, SNJEŽANA MANDIĆ, DANICA SAVANOVIĆ, JOVO SAVANOVIĆ

 The main aim of this paper was the development of a new product, cornelian cherry topping, with a defined viscosity suitable for use in the confectionary industry. In addition, the quality of the fruit pulp and selected sample, phenolic composition and antioxidant activity were determined. Pectin was used to achieve the appropriate viscosity....

By BOŽANA ODŽAKOVIĆ, VANJA ĆUPINA, SLAVICA GRUJIĆ, STANIŠA LATINOVIĆ, ZORAN KUKRIĆ

 The modern trends in nutrition suggest the limitation of synthetic food additives or the subtitution with natural ones. Therefore, a huge interest for the application of various natural agents exists in order to protect food from a microbiological damage and extend product sustainability. The aim of this study was to determine antifungal acti...

By DRAGANA PLAVŠIĆ, LJUBIŠA ŠARIĆ, ANA VARGA, IVANA ČABARKAPA, JASMINA LAZAREVIĆ, OLJA TODORIĆ, DRAGAN PSODOROV

 This paper investigates new alternative spinel materials as transparent conducting oxides (TCOs). The physical properties of spinel-type materials make them well suited for many industrial applications. Besides, it opens the door for new technological applications including the possibility of transparent flexible electronics. The structural p...

By IDRIS MUHAMMAD CHIROMAWA, AMIRRUDDIN SHAARI, RAZIF RAZALI, ABDULLAHI LAWAL, ABDULLAHI MIKAILU, MUHAMMAD TAJUDDEEN GARBA

 Preserving the balance of the aquatic ecosystem requires minimizing the impact of invasive species, such as the spiny-cheek crayfish Faxonius limosus from the Danube River. Valorizing the meat of spiny-cheek crayfish through the concept of zero waste not only helps in reducing its negative impact on biodiversity but also presents an opportuni...

By JASMINA LAZAREVIĆ, IVANA ČABARKAPA, SLAĐANA RAKITA, JOVANA DELIĆ, MILOŠ ŽUPANJAC, ZORICA TOMIČIĆ, TATJANA PEULIĆ

 Considering diverse applications of oils, there is increasing interest in identifying and exploring potential new oilseed crops. One such promising crop is Thlaspi alliaceum L. (garlic pennycress) from the Brassicaceae family. The present paper deals with the yield, physicochemical properties, and fatty acid composition of garlic pennycress s...

By MILAN D. KOSTIĆ, BILJANA S. ĐORĐEVIĆ, MARIJA R. MILADINOVIĆ, OLIVERA S. STAMENKOVIĆ

 Garlic pennycress (Thlaspi alliaceum L.) is weedy, annual plant that grows in Europe, Asia, and North America. It can be cultivated on marginal land with no or minimal agricultural requirements. Garlic pennycress seeds are rich in oil, which can be a valuable feedstock for industrial application. This study investigates the oil recovery from ...

By MILAN D. KOSTIĆ, BILJANA S. ĐORĐEVIĆ, MARIJA R. MILADINOVIĆ, OLIVERA S. STAMENKOVIĆ

 The composition of the essential oil of juniper (Juniperus communis L.) depends on plant age, geographical origin, fruit maturity, etc. Nevertheless, juniper essential oil mainly consists of terpene hydrocarbons: monoterpenes (up to 85%) and sesquiterpenes ( up to 27%), along with their oxygenated derivatives (up to 4%). Consequently, researc...

By MILJANA KRSTIĆ, NEVENKA BOŠKOVIĆ VRAGOLOVIĆ, ANA VELIČKOVIĆ, SVETOMIR MILOJEVIĆ, JELENA AVRAMOVIĆ, IVAN J. STOJKOVIĆ, VLADA VELJKOVIĆ

 Optical detection of plant stress in real-time is crucial as it enables timely interventions to mitigate potential damage. This study presents a detailed evaluation of a system that detects changes in plant metabolism in real-time by distributing optical signals across the leaf. The methodology facilitates continuous monitoring of changes in ...

By MILOŠ S. MOŠIĆ, SARA V. RISTIĆ, MARIJA M. PETKOVIĆ BENAZZOUZ, STEFAN LEKIĆ, KATARINA M. MILETIĆ

 This study introduces a novel, non-contact optical technique for solving a twodimensional, ill-posed problem in temperature tomography inside the firebox of a commercial coal power plant. For determining the 2D temperature distribution and attenuation coefficients, we utilized four optical probes positioned at the corners of the combustion c...

By MILOŠ S. MOŠIĆ, SARA V. RISTIĆ, MARIJA M. PETKOVIĆ BENAZZOUZ, KATARINA M. MILETIĆ

 Metformin, a key drug for type 2 diabetes mellitus, is often hindered by its bitter taste, affecting patient compliance. This study takes a unique approach by proposing the combination of Metformin with artificial sweeteners like sodium saccharin and acesulfame potassium to improve its taste. The research focuses on how these sweeteners alter...

By ANDRIJA VUKOV, MILAN VRANEŠ, JOVANA PANIĆ, TEONA TEODORA BOROVIĆ, NIKOLETT CAKO BAGÁNY, SANJA BELIĆ, SLOBODAN GADŽURIĆ

 Ionic liquids are revolutionary fluids and solvents in modern science and engineering, remaining liquid below 100°C. Their unique properties, such as nonflammability, high thermal stability, and the ability to dissolve various compounds, enable innovative applications across multiple industrial sectors. They are ideal for safety-critical...

By MILAN VRANEŠ, SAŠA LALOŠ, JOVANA PANIĆ, SNEŽANA PAPOVIĆ, TEONA TEODORA BOROVIĆ, NIKOLETT CAKO BAGÁNY, ANDRIJA VUKOV, SLOBODAN GADŽURIĆ, SINIŠA BIKIĆ

 Ensuring the proper operation of a ship's propulsion system necessitates the use of high-quality fuels. Several factors contribute to fuel quality, including the source of origin crude oil, refining methods, blending processes, and the quality of storage and distribution. Marine fuels must adhere to international standards such as ISO standar...

By MIROSLAV VUKIČEVIĆ, ZDRAVKO IKICA, BORIS HRNIĆ, VLADAN VUKOVIĆ

 Aluminium and silicon particles in fuel known as “cat fines” are catalytic residues from the refinery process. They can cause mechanical damage to fuel pumps, injectors, piston rings and cylinder liners. They are very hard and highly abrasive, thus causing abrasive wear to main engine components. These impurities in marine fuel mu...

By MIROSLAV VUKIČEVIĆ, ZDRAVKO IKICA, BORIS HRNIĆ, VLADAN VUKOVIĆ

 Ships that are using gases or other low-flashpoint fuels for propulsion are covered by The International Code of Safety for Ships using Gases or other Lowflashpoint Fuels (IGF Code), which provides basic rules and regulations that must be followed during the construction and use of these propulsion systems. Taking into account that the large...

By MIROSLAV VUKIČEVIĆ, BALŠA DRAŠKOVIĆ, PETAR MUSTUR

 In south-western Mauritius besides the small village of Chamarel (Mauritius), you can find this uniqu land with colouring soil. The soil found here reflects seven different colours like red, blue, green, brown, violet, yellow and purple. The analysis of the soil was taken by x-ray fluorescence spectroscopy. The research show that this natural...

By PERICA BOŠKOVIĆ, MARTINA GUDELJ, MILE DŽELALIJA

 Most of the electricity generated in the Republic of Serbia is produced in thermal power plants that burn lignite. The strategy for the development of the energy system is: construction of new power plants based on lignite and natural gas with higher energy efficiency, rehabilitation and modernization of existing plants and accelerated use of...

By PREDRAG ŠKOBALJ, VALENTINA TURANJANIN, BILJANA VUČIĆEVIĆ, DRAGOSLAV MRĐA, MILICA MLADENOVIĆ

 Many countries around the world focus on environmental preservation and reducing industry's impact on climate change. Considering that the construction industry accounts for around 40% of global pollution, the majority of which is caused by energy use and more than a quarter by the materials themselves, the building sector offers huge potenti...

By BILJANA VUČIĆEVIĆ, DRAGOSLAV MRĐA, VALENTINA TURANJANIN, MILICA MLADENOVIĆ, PREDRAG ŠKOBALJ

 We are witnessing rapid changes and unpredictable challenges face by cities and their residents - from environmental and natural challenges and disasters to security issues. Protecting and improving safety of people and communities is one of the biggest security challenges and it is in the focus of crime prevention. Numerous examples have sho...

By TANJA STUPAR, DAVOR STUPAR

 According to the 2019 public competition for the selection of a conceptual architectural and urban planning solution for the arrangement of Patriarch Pavle Square in Brod (Republic of Srpska - Bosnia and Herzegovina), the main goal of the conceptual project was to improve the quality of spatial, functional and communication processes and to c...

By TANJA STUPAR

 This scientific work includes technological procedures and methods of control and testing of wagon axles (axle assemblies) that can be applied in determining their condition and the possibility of further use in exploitation. Technological procedures and methods enable controllers and operators to detect failures, i.e. defects, damage and irr...

By VELJKO VUKOVIĆ, ZORAN STJEPANOVIĆ, HALID ŽIGIĆ, NOVAK DAMJANOVIĆ

 The aim of the research was to examine the relationship between the parenting styles of parents and the appearance of aggression in adolescents in the final grades of secondary schools. The sample consisted of 204 respondents, of whom 107 were male and 97 female, with an average age of 17 years. Among the instruments, we used a structured que...

By ANDEA UZELAC, SNEŽANA SAMARDŽIĆ

 Today's youth live in a society where gambling is considered as socially acceptable behaviour and its negative consequences are often overlooked. The availability of gambling content and the frequent advertising of gambling services as a way to make money quickly and efficiently also contribute to this. Pathological gambling is a disorder of ...

By DANIJELA JOKANOVIC, BARBARA STANKOVIC

 Both Affective Attachment Theory and Transactional Analysis emphasize the importance of early developmental experiences and relationships that a child enters into with close people, primarily parents. In this context, the messages he receives from them are also very important, because they shape his life script. The paper aims to determine wh...

By SNEŽANA SAMARDŽIĆ, DARJANA SREDIĆ

 ACE-R is a widely accepted instrument in clinical practice, the revision of which has overcome certain weaknesses. The aim of this paper was to present the results of the ACE-R test research, and to analyze and compare the results obtained in the work with a healthy subject and a subject with a clinical diagnosis. The respondents are of simil...

By TANJA TODOROVIC

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
PERSONALITY CHARACTERISTICS AS A PREDICTOR OF ACCIDENTS

 Despite the lack of faith in the concept of accident proneness, there is a body of empirical work that links some personality traits with accident involvement. An early literature review by Keehn (1961) concluded that extraversion, possibly accompanied by neurosis, is associated with higher accident liability. Many studies that examine the re...

By SANJA ILIĆ, ELVIR IBELJIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
SUICIDE - A TRAGIC DIMENSION OF TIME, SPACE AND SOCIETY

 Suicide is a deeply complex phenomenon that requires a comprehensive approach to understanding as well as prevention. At its core, suicide is permeated by numerous psychological aspects, including depression, anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, and social isolation. Understanding these psychological factors is crucial for identifying risk grou...

By MIRELA FAZLIĆ, ALMIR PUSTAHIJA

 The antimicrobial activity and cytotoxicity of semicarbazone-metal complexes was described in the literature. The interactions between transport proteins/DNA and newly synthesized Fe(III)-pyridoxal-S-methyl-isothiosemicarbazone (Fe-PLITSC) complex were examined by experimental and theoretical methods, as a way to access the possible distribut...

By ALEKSANDRA A. RAKIĆ, LUKA GOLUBOVIĆ, VIOLETA JEVTOVIĆ, DUŠAN DIMIĆ

 Isothiosemicarbazone molecules are an important part of a thiosemicarbazone family due to their coordination capacity and antiviral, antibacterial, antimalarial, and antitumor bioactivities, especially when coordinated with a metal ion. A new complex of Fe(III) with ligand Pyridoxal-S-methyl-isothiosemicarbazone (PLITSC) is synthesized. The s...

By ALEKSANDRA A. RAKIĆ, LUKA GOLUBOVIĆ, VIOLETA JEVTOVIĆ, DUŠAN DIMIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
NEEDS FOR EDUCATIONAL REFORM IN PHARMACY

 Introduction: The needs within the health system and society as a whole require an urgent change in the education of masters of pharmacy, both in terms of health specializations and academic ones. New pathologies, new drugs and a completely changed way of life of citizens set an imperative in accepting a new way of education for a master of p...

By ZAHIDA BINAKAJ, SVETLANA STOJKOV, TANJA STEVANOVIĆ- PAVLOVIĆ, HATIDŽA KARIĆ, AMELA ŠKAPUR, ENISA HALILOVIĆ, EMINA SULJAGIĆ

 Armillaria gallica Marxm. & Romagn., commonly known as bulbous honey fungus, is a species of mushroom that is conditionally edible, typically appearing during autumn. The objective of this study was to assess the antimicrobial and antioxidant activity of the acetonic extract of A. gallica and to analyze the presence of metals in its dry b...

By NEVENA PETROVIĆ, ZORAN SIMIĆ, MARIJANA KOSANIĆ

 The purpose of this study is to identify the reasons why individuals attend university career fairs and the expectations they hold toward these events. Additionally, the article seeks to understand the students views on the usefulness of these events and assesses the strongest points of the fair. The event chosen for the study is the Career F...

By MIHAELA POPA, LJUBICA JANJETOVIC, ADRIAN EUGEN CIOABLĂ

 Software support may have an important role in the educational process in the field of surface treatment and thermal processing. With the rise of digitalization, software tools have become invaluable means for teaching and learning complex concepts and procedures. These tools enable students to better understand aspects of surface treatment a...

By JÁN DUPLÁK, DARINA DUPLÁKOVÁ, MARYNA YEROMINA, SAMUEL MIKULÁŠKO, RÓBERT PYTEĽ

 The creation and evaluation process of the working environment is considered a demanding activity that requires extensive knowledge across a broad spectrum of specialized fields. Proper creation of the working environment ensures suitable working conditions, which impact the overall productivity and efficiency of manufacturing processes. Ensu...

By DARINA DUPLÁKOVÁ, JÁN DUPLÁK, DEJAN KOJIC, ENES SUKIC, PATRIK SLOBODA

 The gap between abstract and often inconceivable frontal studies and the new wave of practical teaching, which forces the individualization and independence of students in education, is overcome by the introduction of new technologies, one of which is Micro:bit. By teaching students digital-technical literacy in a fun way, the interest and wi...

By MILAN VESKOVIC, VASILIJA SIMOVIC, SRĐAN NOGO, OLGA DUKIC, ANA VULOVIC

 The specificity of innovations and innovative ways of working in teaching dates back to the previous years of the educational system, but it always requires upgrading and improvement, especially use and application in practice. There has been a lot of talk about potential teaching systems, but there has always been a problem regarding applica...

By DRAGANA ALEKSIĆ

 Religious tourism has been a dynamically growing social and economic phenomenon in our world for the past fifty years. Its roots can be traced back to thousands of years in a variety of religions. Nowadays, the number of religiously motivated trips worldwide is estimated to be at hundreds of millions every year. However, several times that nu...

By ELEK BARTHA

 This research paper investigates the utilization of authentic materials in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) teaching at the University of Banja Luka. It aims to explore the practices and perceptions of ESP lecturers regarding the integration of authentic materials into their teaching methodologies. The study employs a comprehensive questio...

By JELENA PAŽIN, SANJA MAGLOV

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
CHATGPT IN EVERYDAY TEACHING

 This research paper explores the role and potential of ChatGPT, a generative artificial intelligence model, in everyday teaching. With the increasing integration of technology into the educational system, ChatGPT offers innovative possibilities for personalized learning, support for students and teachers, and the development of critical think...

By MITAR MIKI TEPIĆ, BRANKA TEPIĆ

 In the contemporary educational context, technology plays a pivotal role in shaping pedagogical approaches and students' learning experiences. This paper explores the impact of modern technologies, including digital tools and online platforms, on student motivation for learning. Utilizing a mixed-methods research strategy that encompasses qua...

By BRANKA TEPIĆ, MITAR MIKI TEPIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
GAMIFICATION IN DAILY GERMAN LANGUAGE TEACHING

 This paper explores the potentials and impacts of gamification in the process of learning German in everyday teaching. Defined as the use of game elements in nongame contexts, gamification provides a novel approach to student motivation and engagement. The study builds on theoretical frameworks that support the application of gamification in...

By BRANKA TEPIĆ

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
FLUID DYNAMICS

 Objective: This review aims to analyze and synthesize the current literature related to fluid dynamics in biomechanics, particularly focusing on studies investigating hydrodynamic effects on various biomechanical systems. Method: A systematic literature review was conducted using databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar. Studies were sele...

By SREĆKO STANIŠIĆ, SRBOLJUB VUKOVIĆ, SARA LUČIĆ

 There are numerous studies available confirming the prominent role of sport in the maintenance of mental health, in particular their contribution to stress management or to the prevention of depression (Meyer et al., 2020; Bartha, 2018; Haugen et al.,2016). Recreational sport is an excellent tool to prevent the development of health problems ...

By ÉVA JUDIT SZALÁNCZI-BARTHA, ZOLTÁN SZALÁNCZI

09.06.2024. Original scientific paper
PARENTAL MOTIVATIONS RELATED TO YOUTH SPORTS

 In my research, I am looking for the answer to what future benefits parents hope for in connection with their child's sports, and I also want to analyze the family background of young athletes. For children to fall in love with sports and thereby create the basis for a healthy adult life, it is important that their parents also support exerci...

By ZOLTÁN SZALÁNCZI, ÉVA JUDIT SZALÁNCZI-BARTHA

 The study investigates the laser-induced breakdown (LIB) in gases, essential for plasma creation and rapid increase of free electron populations, highlighting its significance in scientific and technological areas like energy deposition and radiative emissions. It explores electron dynamics during LIB, emphasizing the need for precise free el...

By HRISTINA DELIBAŠIĆ MARKOVIĆ, VIOLETA PETROVIĆ, KONSTANTINOS KALERIS, IVAN PETROVIĆ

 This research focuses on the dynamics of electron behavior during the laserinduced breakdown (LIB) in skin tissues, pivotal for plasma generation in biomedical contexts. Through a numerical analysis centered on high-intensity Nd:YAG laser pulses within the 500–1000 nm wavelength range and a 10 ns pulse duration, we explore the balance ...

By HRISTINA DELIBAŠIĆ MARKOVIĆ, VIOLETA PETROVIĆ, CARLOS MOLPECERES, IVAN PETROVIĆ

 The result of this work is the analysis of the occurrence of forest fires detected by satellite and their distribution depending on the altitude. The detected fires were analyzed using GIS in relation to the digital terrain model of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Based on the obtained data, a digital map of the threat of forest and forest land from ...

By SASA LJUBOJEVIC, BRANKO LATINOVIC

 Various theories available in the international literature provide frameworks for understanding how social media platforms are integrated into the daily lives of individuals and how users' reliance on these platforms shapes their interactions, perceptions, and behavior patterns in the digital age. Media Dependence Theory, Uses and Gratificati...

By JELENA KRSTIĆ, LJUBOMIR ZUBER

 Mass media play a central role in informing the public about what is happening, both locally and globally, especially in those areas about wich consumers of media content do not have direct knowledge or experience. Recent researches have shown that the mass media do have undeniable role in creating public opinion, influencing the thoughts, at...

By SANDRA ĐUKANOVIĆ

 According to multiple consecutive studies made by TV station viewership measurement agencies, BNRTV (Radio Television BN) and RTRS (Radio Television of Republika Srpska) represent the most watched and influential mass media in Republic of Srpska. The aim of the research conducted within this study is to demonstrate, through comparative analys...

By SANDRA ĐUKANOVIĆ

 Transition of the Western Balkans (WB) to the more sustainable economy is foreseen in the Green Agenda, an aspiring initiative jointly developed by the WB countries and European Union. Following the initiative, the Western Balkans tend to create a prosperous and equitable society with dynamic and resource efficient circular economy. This can ...

By JELENA DIMOVSKI

 In today's world, alongside increased market globalization and economic regionalization, business success relies on the utilization of modern information technology. The emergence and development of the Internet and the networking of businesses and public administrations, driven by digital marketing strategies, have led to significant changes...

By ISIDORA MILOŠEVIĆ, MILICA GRBIĆ, BILJANA BJELICA