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The Quantitative Determination Of Iron, Copper And Zinc In The Wine By Flame Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, Valon Durguti, Suzana Aliu, Fisnik Laha, Fidan Feka

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Through the use of the analytical method known as Flame Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (FAAS), we have analyzed a certain number of red and white wines. The aim of this study work has been to determine quantitatively the presence of Fe, Cu and Zn in different wines, and during different stages of winemaking, and whether these heavy metals are present within the limits set by the EU directive EC 606/2009 and OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine). None of the analyzed samples has exceeded the limits set by the EU and OIV, expect here a sample (Rhine Riesling) which we …

An Approach To The Capacity Management Of The Public Health Institutions: University Clinical Centre Of Kosova Case Study, Ylber Limani, Marigona Markaj

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This research aims the evaluation of the state of capacity management condition in the public and private health enterprises, as well as its impact on the overall performance, on the quality of services provided, and on achieving enterprise strategic objectives. The supposition is that enterprise capacity in health sector face deficiency on strategic planning. The research model includes a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods in order to examine the problem more intensely. The research is conducted by interviewing respondents engaged in health public and private enterprises management. Capacity management has to do capacity design, planning and organizing, as well …

Sale Of Personal Successful In The Context Of Marketing, Hamëz Rama

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Huge development of science and technology at the beginning of this century has affected directly in economic development, the appearance of a rich offer on the market the increase in living standards, the contemporary and quality way of life, etc., personal sales gave a new dimension, quality and new content. By leaving behind the way the traditional sales distribution, the new concept of sales, ranging from sales through the slot, mail, shopping centers, internet "e-bay", etc. introduced radical changes to this concept in communication between seller and buyer. These qualitative changes not only in the spatial view, time of the …

Impact Of Temperature On Beer Fermentation Kinetics, Hasime Manaj, Luljeta Pinguli, Ilirjan Malollari, Anisa Dhroso

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Microbial processes are highly dependent on temperature. This paper aims to study the influence of temperature on fermentation process on experimental and industrial scale. We were focused to determine the pre- exponential coefficients and the activation energy for experimental and industrial conditions and to quantify the amount of heat to be removed from fermenter to keep it under constant temperature during fermentation process. Substrate used for fermentation was beer industrial wort 120 Balling and yeast strain used was bottom fermentation yeast "Saccharomyces Carlsbegensis SP 35". Evaluation and comparison of kinetic parameters in different fermentation conditions were carried out. Temperatures used …

Occurrence Of Ochratoxin A In Food Commodities Consumed In Prishtina Market, Jeton Spahiu, Driton Topis, Manfred Gareis, Adem Rama, Kurtesh Sherifi

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Ochratoxin A (OTA), is a mycotoxin, produced by a number Aspergillus species and Penicillium verrucosum, can be found in several food commodities including cereals, wine, coffee, cacao, spices or dried fruits, milk, meat resulting in a chronic human exposure. According to the toxicological studies, OTA has been shown to be nephrotoxic, hepatotoxic, teratogenic and immunotoxic to animals and human. It is a regulated mycotoxin and maximum limits in a wide range of foodstuffs have been established by Commission Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006. . The aim of our study was to investigate the presence of OTA in cereal derived products and …

Electronic Media Written In Albanian A Mean Of Appropriately Informing The Audience, Respectively Media Of Kosovo, Ferid Selimi

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Due to the fact that media in Kosovo is in itself an industry which consistently provides information and thereafter transmits it to the public, it’s worth emphasizing that its activity is regulated by law and the respective legal acts that are concerned with Media. Consequently, lack of respecting those rules that derive from normative legal acts, Media comprises in itself a precedent of disrespecting legal acts. According to Media scholars, the authenticity is the underlying aspect of evoking trustworthiness, which is enhanced by consciousness that is the gist of information. The course of technological developments has brought above changes as …

Assessment Of Education, Attitudes And Financial Behavior Towards Financial Decision-Making - The Case Of Students With Economic Aid, Perseta Grabova, Meril Canameri, Merlina Guni, Jona Hoxha

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In today's society, individuals face financial pressures since a very young age. International studies in the field of behavior and financial literacy have shown that individuals who acquire financial knowledge at an early age will be able to manage their money, make the right financial decisions, and con-tribute to the financial stability of their country. Other studies argue that limited financial literacy is an important obstacle for low-income households to require products and financial services as they do not know or are unfamiliar with such products and services and consequently, they cannot obtain them. By analyzing the perception of the …

An Implementation Of Weighted Least Squares Method In Central Bank Twitter Accounts Grew Prediction, Goran Bjelobaba, Ana Savic, Radosav Veselinovic, Hana Stefanovic

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This paper presents some advantages of using social media and social networks as an efficient way of Central Banks communication with target audience. The statistics given in this paper presents some leading banks based on number of followers on Twitter in 2018, showing that Indonesia’s Central Bank has more Twitter followers than any other monetary authority, beating out the Banco de Mexico, Federal Reserve, European Central Bank and Reserve Bank of India. In this paper some prediction of number of Twitter followers in Central Bank communication is also contributed, based on Weighted Least Squares method. An algorithm is implemented in …

Evaluation Of The Appearance Of Dermatological Bullous Diseases In The Oral Cavity, Ilma Robo, Vera Ostreni, Eriola Meta, Alert Xhaja, Saimir Heta

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Dermatological bullous diseases have visible signs in the oral cavity. The study is aimed at early detection of oral lesions, to link them to the presence or not of apparent skin disorders affecting the quality of the patient's lifestyle. Patient awareness of coexistence between dermatological concerns and the presence of oral lesions should be the starting point of every dentist during the intraoral examination, after drying of the mucous membranes and gingiva.The study includes patients randomly presented: patients at the University Clinic AU and patients in the Dermatology Department, QSUT, during the period between November 2017 and January 2018. Patients …

Efficiency Of Calculating Gcd Through Computer With Help Of Modified Euclidean Algorithm, Emin Emini, Azir Jusufi, Ruhada Emini

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Euclid’s algorithm remains to be the most efficient method for finding greatest common divisor of two full numbers. By using the meaning of congruences this research paper will make a modification in the note of the Euclid’s algorithm. Here are discussed both classic and modified methods, by putting appropriate codes and observe the duration of the calculation through the computer.

An Investigation Of The Effect Of Bilingual Education On Language Achievement Of Kosovar Teenagers, Marigona Sefedini

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The present study investigated the effect of bilingual education on language achievement of Kosovar EFL learners. It used bilingual education as an important factor on language achievement, its effect on a third language, and also in the cognitive development. To have a clearer image of the issue, the topic was researched through 40 bilingual learners and 40 monolingual learners. The bilingual learners were chosen according to their background of study. The bilinguals were students who were part of a private secondary school operating a bilingual program, which means every subject of the program was taught in two languages, English and …

Developing English Writing Skills For Students With Specific Learning Difficulties, Alma Lama

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In a context of learning, writing as a valuable tool, helps students think critically and demonstrate what they know. But, for students with specific learning difficulties, the writing process can bring different challenges as it can be much harder and slower. As a result, they may struggle academically and can fall behind the school work; they can get discouraged and avoid writing assignments. When it comes to developing English writing skills in students with specific learning difficulties, this can double the challenges and can lead students to feeling frustrated about their academic achievements. Also, it can lower students’ self-esteem and …

Organization Of Cognitive Constructionist Memory (Occm) In Using Adverbial Subordinators As Cohesive Devices In Essay Writing In English, Florim Ajdini

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In Psychology, the cognitive approach studies the mental processes of people; the organization of memory is a major area of research within this perspective. There are many theories of organization and memory originated from a study performed by Bousefield (1953). All these claim that organization in categories is the natural way to process information in long term memory involving Cognitive Processes as memory call propellers. Modeled after Bousefield’s study, the aim of this study is to examine the effects of words’ organization on the ability of recalling from memory, when they are stored. It is supposed to give a learning …

Quality As A Subject Of Study In The Field Of Management And Education, Gkarnara Rodoula-Stavroula

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This article attempts to discuss the term of quality both in Management and Education field in order to present the similarities and the differences of the term. The concept of quality was introduced in the 1950s and 1960s, when the Japanese faced serious problems with the export and sale of their products. Then, many scientists have dealt with this concept, which has begun to grow in the field of Management and Business. The delimitation of quality has proven to be a complex process, which even today is a controversial issue because of the subjective nature that is given to it. …

Optimization Of The Ground For Cab 6p (Prunus Cerasus), Avdirrahman Gashi, Sami Gashi, Taulant Mitrushi, Edlira Kukali

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Rooting is a process that is induced by many difficulties, especially in fruit trees. For this reason, four nutrient terrains that contain different concentrations of auxin ANA (α-naphthaleneacetic acid), BAP, GA3 and macro and micronutrient MSs are compared. Rizogenesis is observed after three to four weeks of cultivation on the ground of rupture. Explants react differently in each field used (Figures 4,5,6,7). The concentration of inorganic and auxinous ANA salts on the nutrient terrains affects the rooting index and the characteristics of the roots. Plants of the prunus cerasium L species showed better results during rooting cultivation I, where the …

The Impact Of Entrepreneurship And Strategic Management In Kosovo Sme Sector, Enver Krasniqi, Sehare Maliqi, Dea Krasniqi

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This paper examines the impact of Entrepreneurship Activities and Strategic Management in SME sector in Kosovo. The subject was developed based on a broad literature and practices in the SME development sector, and the great importance of strategic activities in regards of firms’ growth.

While preparing the paper, various methods were utilized for researching and studying strategic economic development, with the focal points in SME development. It is well known that the purpose of strategic development for Entrepreneurship is to develop the capacity for local economic development, to strengthen the future of economy and life quality for all citizens. During …

Statistical Control Of Mutual Exchange Of Details (Tenon -Mortise ) From Beechwood, In Some Of Manufacturing Factories Of Chairs In Region Of Ferizaj, Blertë Sylejmani, Rrahim Sejdiu, Agron Bajraktari

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Like every manufacturing industry, the wood industry also faces with many challenges. For responding to these challenges, companies need to improve constantly the quality of their products, by using scientific analysis and putting them into use. This study presents statistical process control of the elements of tenon and mortise, based on data analysis, obtained from production. On the basis of data processing, conclusions are given by regarding the possibility of cooperation of companies and their mutual exchange. Regular application of control charts, reduces defects and production costs, and keeps open possibilities for collaboration between enterprises, by exchanging certain parts (concrete …

Impact Of Technology And Internet On The Media Market In Kosovo, In Daily Print Newspapers And Online Newspapers, Fatime Lumi, Ferid Selimi

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Development of information technology and internet in Kosovo, particularly during 2010-2018, has strongly affected the decrease in edition of printed newspapers, whereas on the other hand there is witnessed an increase in the number of users of online media who would rather appreciate to acquire information through those sources rather than other means of information. Express Newspaper is among the most printed newspapers, but it has recently passed from hard copy version to online one. Due to the fact that it mainly operates online it has increasingly boosted the number of readers. Whereas Newspaper “Koha Ditore”, along with the printed …

The Impact Of Activated Carbon At Some Water Wells Parameters, Fidane Feka, Fisnik Laha, Syzana Aliu, Hyzer Rizani, Valon Durguti

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Increasingly, the demand for quality water is growing, and finding alternative ways for wells water treatment is under way.The purpose of this study is to apply activated carbon at the wells water treatment, whereby several parameters are measured such as pH, electric conductivity, total chlorine and iron, before carbon-activated treatment and after being treated with activated carbon.From the observed testing results, a change in results after the treatment phase was observed: a decrease in electrical conductivity in all samples, as well as in all samples treated we got an increase in pH value and total chlorine, whereas in the iron …

Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing: Case Study On Web Application Security, Gazmend Krasniqi, Veton Bejtullahu

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Complexity of information systems are increasing day by day. The security of information systems that are connected to public networks can be compromised by unauthorized, and usually anonymous, attempts to access them. By using public networks businesses and other institutions are exposed to numerous risks. This leads to more and more vulnerabilities in Information Systems. This situation calls for test methods that are devised from the attacker’s perspective to ensure that test conditions are as realistic as possible. In this paper we will describe complete stages of Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing on some systems in UBT and proactive action …

Creating And Curating New Knowledge: A North American University Case Study, Niraj Chaudhary, Michele Gibney

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In the Fall of 2017, a cross disciplinary team at University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, USA worked together to identify ways of creating new knowledge for an undergraduate engineering course titled Building Information Modeling. The team included faculty from the School of Engineering and Computer Science and technical staff from the Cube, a digital makerspace in the library. Students were tasked to design and model a one-story building to house the University of the Pacific Garden Program on campus. The cross disciplinary team had the students explore an immersive way of seeing the building model by using a …

Isolation And Characterization Of Natural Protease Producers Of Bacillus Spp. From Soil Samples, Ylberinë Baliu, Bahtir Hyseni, Shkëlqim Hyseni, Aida Rushiti, Flora Ferati, Fatos Rexhepi, Rifat Morina, Sabri Hajdini, Emrah Nikerel

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Proteases are group of enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of proteins, resulting in peptide and amino acid production. These are considered as commercially most significant among industrial enzymes, consisting about 60% of the total enzyme market. Proteases have wide areas of application in several industries like food, detergent, textile, pulp and paper, and pharmaceutical industries, as these offer environmentally benign, sustainable solutions to several challenges in the corresponding industry.Enzymes can be produced by plants, animals or microorganisms, yet the majority is produced by (recombinant) microorganisms, typically with modified features for high enzyme production. However, for e.g. food industry, the use …

Modeling The Effect Of Temperature On Rheological Properties Of Red Wine, Anisa Dhroso, Hasime Manaj, Ilirjan Malollari, Berisha Varvara

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Wine is an alcoholic beverage produced through the partial or total fermentation of grapes. Wine is characterized by color: white, pink or rose, and red. Red wine available in Albanian market was characterized for physicochemical and rheological properties. In the first phase, the physicochemical parameters were determined: density, total acidity, volatile acids, content of the alcohol, reduced sugars, free SO2, total SO2, pH and electric conductivity. In the second phase of the study, density and dynamic viscosity were experimentally determined as a function of temperature from 5 to 40°C. Kinematic viscosity and fluidity were determined according to the definitions. The …

Impact Of Psychosocial Factors On Postpartum Depression Of Mothers, Anita Sadikaj, Artemisi Shehu

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Pregnancy and postpartum period involve many challenges mothers face. In this period, mothers go through a range of emotions and states, because of intensive physical, emotional and hormonal changes. Postpartum depression is an important depression episode which begins in pregnancy or within 4 weeks after giving birth (APA, 2013). This research aims to assess impact of psychological factors especially family support during the postpartum depression. Research is conducted in Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic, Pediatric Clinic and in private Hospital “Lindja”, in Prishtina, during period may-june in 2018. Study is focused in relation of psychosocial factors such as: birthplace, education, employment, …

Albanian Internal And International Migration, Edmond Dragoti, Emanuela Ismaili

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Albania’s international and internal migrations remain complex phenomena to describe and quantify. Irregular migration adds more complexity to understanding international migration and estimates fluctuate across sources of information. As a result, international and internal migration has collectively changed the demographic landscape of Albania. The consequences go beyond the total population estimate and affect other domains, such as the overall economic and infrastructure changes in the country, the labor market, and gender- and age- ratios. This study attempted to uncover some of the characteristics of contemporary Albanian migration, the paths and trajectories and the rationale behind them, whereas the estimates provided …

Combining Cryptographic Primitives According To Security Metrics And Vulnerabilities In Real Systems, Blerina Çeliku, Rafail Prodani, Emis Simo

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There are so many applications and data that flow during our daily activities, either personal or institutional ones. Also the companies and business do transactions or their real operations through the Web and other Internet facilities. Security breaches are costing individuals or companies millions so information security has to be a major priority. There are several forms of security technology available, but encryption is one that everyday computer users should know about. Encryption and the performance of cryptographic algorithms are variable according to implemented platforms, software and hardware components or application scenarios. According to specific security metrics and requirements we …

Technology Mediated Nudging In A Mobile Health Context, My Zetterholm, Päivi Jokela, Lina Nilsson

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According to a vision for eHealth that was launched in 2016 by the Swedish Government, Sweden will be leading the way in using the potential of digitalization and eHealth to help people achieve a good and equal health. To achieve this vision, we argue that initiatives in eHealth need to augment the traditional health perspective. This implies a more preventive approach that transforms the health concept to a continuous participative process over the life course. A stronger emphasis is needed to develop high quality mobile and web based systems in order to empower people to pursue a healthy lifestyle. A …

An Aplication Of Mcda Method To Evaluate And Select The Most Suitable Landfill Sites For Urban Waste. A Project Case Study For Berat County. Albania, Robert Kosova, Fabiana Cullhaj, Teuta Thanasi, Arben Reka, Taulant Kullolli, Gjergji Thanasi

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Waste management system needs clear and strict management policy. They also need a process of evaluating and selecting the most appropriate landfill sites that respect the restrictions and constraints dictated by the presence of the population in that area, with respect to ecological ecosystems and other factors. In addition to the geographical and geological criteria and other specifications that are defined by traditional selection procedures, there are new factors adding to the old constraints and limitations. Urban waste is produced in large quantities in our cities, every year. As a result, the number of sites should increase with the population …

Emission Reduction Opportunities Of Coal-Fired Steam Generator, Marigona Krasniqi, Risto Filkoski

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Energy and its production today has become one of the most controversial topics. Power plants around the world produce energy with different sources, but so far there is no energy source that can make competition with coal for many years and for many reasons. Even though power plants with this kind of fuel have their own advantages, the biggest drawbacks are the release of hazardous and toxic substances. These emission components negatively affect the environment and for this reason in many countries of the world, are described the limits of the emitting rate. For this purpose, in this paper there …

Industrial Contamination Impact On Food Chain In Correlation To Poultry Eggs, Afete-Shala Musliu, Nexhat Balaj, Sami Makolli

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Industrial contamination is one of the biggest concerns nowadays. The town of Mitrovica is located in the northern part of Kosovo, around 40 km north of the capital Pristina, with around 330 km2 and approximately 71,600 inhabitants, excluding the northern part of the city, in an altitude of about 500-550m. The town has the largest complex of mining and metallurgy in Europe -"Trepça", known for exploitation of Pb, Zn and Cd, and, as a consequence, Mitrovica continues to be one of the most polluted cities in Kosovo as in air, soil and water. The anthropogenic source of heavy metals in …