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The role of oral microbiota in the colonization and antifungal resistance of Candida spp.

Evisa Isufaj, Fiona Nishani · Department of Dentistry, Albanian University
The oral microbiota is made of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi, that live in the mouth and help protect against infections. This balance is important for oral and overall health. When the balance is disturbed, for example, due to antibiotic use, weak immune system, or poor oral hygiene,…
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Protection of personal data in a digitalized justice system

Rialda Xhizdari, Klevent Xhizdari, Sibela Ymeraj · Faculty of Law, Albanian University.
The digitalization of the justice system brings significant benefits in efficiency, transparency, and access to legal services. However, it also presents important challenges regarding the protection of citizens’ personal data. In Albania, the legal framework for data protection is based on Law No. …
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Stress and depression among nurses: Impact on quality of life in Tirana’s hospital centers

Juventina Ngjela, Erda Qorri, Agim Koçiraj, Erind Thartori et al.
Introduction: The mental health of healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, is an increasingly important issue in modern healthcare systems. Daily exposure to stressful situations, multiple responsibilities, and emotion-al burdens significantly affect the mental well-being of these profession…
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Clinical neurodermatology: A guide to understanding common neurodermatologic disorders

Malbora Xhelili, Monika Fida, Ilirjana Zekja, Ermira Vasili et al. · Regional Hospital Center “Shefqet Ndroqi”
It is generally accepted that the skin is a mirror of human health. In addition, neurological conditions may be accompanied by characteristic skin changes that are diagnostically significant. Therefore, a thorough and accurate examination of the skin can provide important clues in the neurological d…
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The impact of EU funds on the development of agriculture in Albania

Yzeir Selamaj, Valbona Cinaj · Faculty of Applied and Economic Sciences, Albanian Univ…
In the process of Albania’s European integration, agriculture represents a strategic sector of particular importance for economic development and the improvement of living conditions in rural areas. The European Union, through its pre-accession funds, in particular the IPARD (Instrument for Pre-Acce…
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Teachers’ perspectives on the education system in Albania

Vasilika Papa · Faculty of Social Sciences, Albanian University.
The problems of Albanian education system are very broad and need important attention from the policy makers. Despite the efforts that have been noticed to support education, especially regarding aligning the Albanian education to that of the developed countries of the European Union, there are stil…
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The effectiveness of core strengthening exercises in the rehabilitation and prevention of sports injuries in football players

Ergys Rexha · Sports University of Tirana
This clinical article highlights the global importance of core training in sports physiotherapy, focusing on improving performance and minimizing injuries. The core, encompassing regions from the scapula to the gluteals, plays a crucial role in athletic performance and injury prevention. The concept…
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The ethics of communication with patients: A qualitative analysis of transparency and information

Juventina Ngjela, Agim Koçiraj, Erda Qorri, Dorian Kostandini
Introduction: Effective communication between healthcare professionals and patients is an essential component of person-centred care and has a direct impact on the quality of care, patient experience, and health outcomes. This material addresses how the communication style of healthcare professional…
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Modeling and simulation of an induction motor

Jozef Kola, Anja Cenameri, Aurela Qamili · Faculty of Applied and Economic Sciences, Albanian Univ…
Due to their affordability, dependability, and longevity, induction motors are among the most widely used motors. The induction motor is modeled and simulated within a stationary reference frame using the qd0 transformation theory. The motor's dynamic activity is captured by the differential equatio…
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Challenges of implementing Law No. 18, dated 23.02.2017, “On the rights and protection of the child”

Merita Karaj · Faculty of Law and legal practice in Albania.
This paper aims to present several theoretical and practical aspects related to the implementation of the Law “On the Rights and Protection of the Child.1” In adopting this law, the legislator sought to take measures to ensure that every child exercises their rights in accordance with their personal…
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Agoraphobia and nursing care

Erind Thartori, Xhulia Marina · Head of Nursing Sector / General Head Nurse, QSUNT
Introduction: Agoraphobia is a form of anxiety that some people experience in places or situations in which they feel they cannot leave or that they cannot get help. Many people develop Agoraphobia after experiencing one or more panic attacks. They fear that the panic attack will happen again, so av…
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Alcohol use among adolescents and parenting styles

Brunilda Laboviti, Greta Katreli, Bejlinda Mustafa · Laboviti Clinic, Tirana
The aspect of alcohol use among adolescents and the style and role that parenting plays in their upbring-ing is a concept and issue that is increasingly being discussed in literature and various writings nowa-days. The growing importance attributed to this topic comes from the fact that the number o…