Phasing the COVID-19 Pandemic in Romania. Analysis based on social distancing measures

This paper presents an analysis of the COVID-19 pandemic in Romania, structured into distinct phases based on the evolution of social distancing measures and the introduction of the vaccine. The study aims to provide a clear framework for understanding how Romania responded to the pandemic, from the initial implementation of strict lockdowns to the gradual relaxation of restrictions following vaccine distribution.
The paper identifies key stages of the pandemic: the Impulse Stage, characterized by strict social distancing and mobility restrictions; the Stabilization Stage, marked by adaptation to new societal norms and the initial rollout of vaccines; and the Recovery Stage, where widespread vaccination enabled a cautious return to normalcy. Each phase is analyzed in terms of the impact of public health policies, the timing of interventions, and the influence of vaccination on societal behavior.
By examining the interplay between social distancing measures and vaccine distribution, this paper provides insights into how Romania navigated the complexities of pandemic management, offering valuable lessons for future health crises.

Tropaeum Augusti (France) and Tropaeum Traiani (Romania): A Comparative Study

Two Roman trophees, Tropaeum Augusti (or Trophée des Alpes) and Tropaeum Traiani, survived the time in France and Romania. They are considered to be the birth certificates of the French and Romanian peoples. The edifices, preserved in different ways over time, are particularly attractive tourist attractions in both countries. The two monuments are not only an ancient edifice dedicated to the victories of the Romans over the defeated peoples, but it is also a summum of scientific thought, of the age applied in the art of construction. The analysis of the technique of accomplishment of the two monuments highlights the Romans’ understanding in architecture. Moreover, the two monuments stand out for the same destiny. The two edifices outline the history of the two countries. The architects applied the principles set up by Vitruvius Pollio in De Architecture. The restoration works of the trophees from La Turbie and Adamclisi are emblematic. The trophies dedicated to Augustus and Trajan signify the honors devoted to the two emperors; the Romans attributed them the feeling of the deity, so that the fate of the emperors is assimilated as sons of God, promised to be divine. Both trophies record the deeds of their heroes.

School dropout rate in Romania

Throughout our personal journey, family and school are the main pillars that introduce us to the term socialization and subject people to different scenarios that can be applied later in adult life. The two institutions co-exist together and collaborate in order to help raise future generations. School and family are the basis in education, the two should have a harmonious relationship for the good of children. The two influence the child’s school work and social life. The family is the first group a child interacts with in the early years of life. Then comes the educational institution, called school, which is a place of social interaction, where teachers and pupils communicate, new social relationships are established outside the family.

Anime culture in Romania

In Romania, since the last few years, there has been an increase in the consumption of media of Japanese origin, manifested by watching animation productions and reading comics. In January 2022, the anime film “The Dragon and the Freckled Princess” made its debut in Romanian cinemas. It was promoted in the country as the first anime to be shown in cinemas, with the title “Belle”. In September 2022, the first licensed manga collections in Romanian appeared.

The first anime dubbed in Romanian appeared in the early 90s and were broadcast on TVR 1 or other cartoon channels. Nowadays they are available on various streaming platforms such as Netflix. This paper traces the evolution of anime in Romania from the ’90s to the present.

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