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Stress, resilience, and brain performance
The chapter explores the complex interplay among stress, resilience, and optimal cognitive functioning within the context of leadership. It researches the neuroscience of stress, chronic stress's neurobiological effects, and resilience's buffering function. This chapter examines evidence-based stress management techniques and provides practical strategies for developing resilience. The chapter elucidates the neuroscientific underpinnings that support the notion that resilience influences problem-solving, creativity, and decision-making. Real-world illustrations serve to demonstrate the adept navigation of challenges by resilient leaders. Case studies illustrate the integration of resilience practices by organizations. Furthermore, the text covers practical leadership advice and the overarching concept of organizational resilience concerning neuroleadership. 2024, IGI Global. All rights reserved. -
Student engagement in community development: A strategy for whole-person development
Student engagement in community development has been closely linked to enhanced learning outcomes and whole-person development. The Centre for Social Action (CSA) at Christ University emerged as a student-led student-driven initiative to promote volunteerism and engagement in community development that enabled the student community to identify and work on development initiatives. The objective of the chapter is to examine the factors that influence student engagement in community development initiatives and explore the factors that motivate them to volunteer. It also looks at their perception of the benefits for the two main stakeholders in the process, namely the students themselves and the community that they work with. This chapter uses a qualitative framework, and the data is collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with current and past volunteers with CSA. The participants in the study have been selected using purposive sampling techniques and represent students who have worked on the major initiatives undertaken by CSA, namely the activity centre and the various social awareness and sensitization initiatives. The interviews and the focus group discussions have been conducted on virtual meeting platforms, and the data has been analyses thematically. The research design lends itself to a rich exploration of student perception of their engagement in community development, their motivation, the benefits that they perceive of their engagement with the activities for both themselves and other stakeholders, and how it ties into the construct of whole-person development at the individual level and whole-person education at a broader level. 2024 Nova Science Publishers, Inc. -
Study of Bard-Marangoni Convection in a Microfluid with Coriolis Force
The convection of micro-structured fluid particles and the Coriolis force has been investigated in the problem. The eigenvalues are calculated for upper free velocity and adiabatic temperature boundary conditions and lower rigid velocity and isothermal temperature boundary conditions. The analysis is based on solving linear disturbance equations. The impact of different micropolar fluid variables and the Taylor number based on the convection has also been investigated. The study could observe that while the coupling and micropolar heat conduction parameters along with rotational parameters have a stabilizing effect, the couple stress parameter results in a destabilizing effect. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024. -
Study of micro and small enterprises' readiness in implementing industry 4.0: A study in marathwada district of maharashtra, india
Industry 4.0 aims tp transform the development of global value chains and the development of a digital revolution, with intelligent machines capable of communicating via wireless connections and a connection thought system, resulting in autonomous decision-making. Although large sized firms are adopting Industry 4.0, the small and micro enterprises are facing great difficulties in adopting them. This study aims to identify the areas in which Enterprises need to focus for improving their level of readiness and develop strategies and plans to adopt Industry 4.0 technologies successfully. 219 samples were collected using snowball sampling from Marathwada District in Maharashtra, India. factor analysis was conducted using SPSS and different factors acting as barriers to implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies were identified. 2023 by IGI Global. All rights reserved. -
Study on Falkner-Skan Flow of MWCNT-MgO/ EG Hybrid Nanofluid
In this chapter, a theoretical study of the Falkner-Skan flow and heat transport of a Newtonian ethylene glycol containing MWCNT-MgO hybrid nanoparticles on a wedge-shaped surface using the modified Buongiorno nanofluidic model (MBNM) is performed. The mechanisms of Brownian motion (BM) and microscopic thermophoresis (MT) of solid nanoparticles are implicitly included together with the thermophysical properties. The effects of thermal radiation, the Lorentz force, and Joule heating are examined. The passive control of the nanoparticles and the thermal jump boundary conditions are considered. The governing equations are modeled using the conservation of mass, the Navier-Stokes equation, the conservation of energy, and the conservation of nanoparticle volume fraction. The Prandtl boundary layer and Rosseland heat flux approximations were used. The velocity, temperature, and volume fraction of nanoparticles behaviors are analyzed for various parameters. It is determined that the temperature of the hybrid nanofluid increased due to the presence of Joule heating, radiative heat flux, Brownian motion, and thermophoresis aspects in the system. Furthermore, a hybrid nanoliquid exhibits a higher heat transfer rate than mono nanoliquid and base fluid. 2024 selection and editorial matter, Katta Ramesh, Fateh Mebarek-Oudina, and Basma Souayeh; individual chapters, the contributors. -
Study on the growth of the ott platform during lockdown and its future scope
This research tries to review the growth of OTT platforms throughout the lockdown. It's vital to understand the extent of increase within the popularity of OTT platforms throughout lockdown to understand their future scope. It's evident that, since their launch, OTT platforms have solely discovered an upward curve in their usage, and because of the pandemic and lockdown there has been exponential increase in its popularity because of the modification in consumption patterns of individuals for diversion through numerous media platforms. This analysis conducted a survey and analyzed the opinions of individuals relating to OTT platforms, their consumption patterns, and its comparison with cinema to examine if OTT platforms were slowly taking on the foremost fashionable standard medium of diversion. It had been found that individuals used OTT over the other platforms outside of TV and YouTube to pass their time or for diversion. 2024, IGI Global. -
Successful footprints of ChatGPT deployments in the education sector: Pros outweigh cons by embracing ethics and etiquette
Artificial intelligence (AI) is essential in all aspects of life. One crucial area to examine is the integration of artificial intelligence in education. The true essence is in providing individuals with the necessary knowledge, skills, and values needed to have a fulfilling and meaningful life. Education must adapt to equip students with essential abilities to navigate life's challenges while upholding integrity in a dynamic world. Artificial intelligence (AI), shown by technologies such as ChatGPT, exhibits significant promise in educational environments. This chapter explores personalized learning enabled by artificial intelligence (AI). Furthermore, intelligent tutoring systems are also analyzed. The text delves into various facets of the educational system where ChatGPT might offer help. Additionally, offering explanations for the prohibition of Chat GPT in many countries and educational institutions. The discussion has focused on how AI affects the socio-economic gap in the education sector. 2024, IGI Global. All rights reserved. -
Suicide and Youth: Positive Psychology Perspective
Suicidality and self-harm among adolescents and young adults need immediate attention and support. This is often seen as a cry for help where a feeling of entrapment experienced by individuals pushes them to see self-harm as a coping mechanism. Lack of social support and co-morbid emotional disorders influences suicidal ideation into planning and action. A general feeling of helplessness that gets triggered often leads to anguish. These emotions get internalized and directed inwards leading to self-directed anger which facilitates a suicidal act. Early detection and identification can prevent the loss of lives and help individuals to learn effective ways of coping. Gatekeeper Training for caregivers, teachers, and their peers will help in detecting the early signs of suicide risk. Intervention based on positive psychology will help not only in crisis management but also as preventive and maintenance therapy in holistic mental health. The concepts of hope, forgiveness, self-compassion, gratitude, and resilience can be incorporated into the intervention programs to build a better therapeutic system for youths dealing with suicidality. Practicing effective coping mechanisms every day and making it a ritual of ones daily life is the need of the hour. Integrating adaptive ways of emotional expression and learning matured means to deal with painful emotions and trauma is what needs to be incorporated into the intervention plan. The chapter focuses on these aspects and aims to make a connection between assessing and easy identification of youths in distress related to suicidality and providing a holistic intervention to help them cope with the situation. The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2023. -
Sumset valuations of graphs and their applications
Graph labelling is an assignment of labels to the vertices and/or edges of a graph with respect to certain restrictions and in accordance with certain predefined rules. The sumset of two non-empty sets A and B, denoted by A+B, is defined by A+B=\(a=b: a\inA, b\inB\). Let X be a non-empty subset of the set \Z and \sP(X) be its power set. An \textit of a given graph G is an injective set-valued function f: V(G)\to\sP_0(X), which induces a function f+: E(G)\to\sP_0(X) defined by f+(uv)=f(u)+f(v), where f(u)+f(v) is the sumset of the set-labels of the vertices u and v. This chapter discusses different types of sumset labeling of graphs and their structural characterizations. The properties and characterizations of certain hypergraphs and signed graphs, which are induced by the sumset-labeling of given graphs, are also done in this chapter. 2020, IGI Global. -
Supervised Learning-Based Data Classification and Incremental Clustering
Using supervised learning-based data classification and incremental clustering, an unknown example can be classified using the most common class among K-nearest examples. The KNN classifier claims, Tell me who your neighbors are, and it will tell you who you are. The supervised learning-based data classification and incremental clustering technique is a simple yet powerful approach with applications in computer vision, pattern recognition, optical character recognition, facial recognition, genetic pattern recognition, and other fields. Its also known as a slacker learner because it doesnt develop a model to classify a given test tuple until the very last minute. When we say yes or no, there may be an element of chance involved. However, the fact that a diner can recognise an invisible food using his senses of taste, flavour, and smell is highly fascinating. At first, there can be a brief data collection phase: what are the most noticeable spices, aromas, and textures? Is the flavour of the food savoury or sweet? This information can then be used by the diner to compare the bite to other items he or she has had in the past. Earthy flavours may conjure up images of mushroom-based dishes, while briny flavours may conjure up images of fish. We view the discovery process through the lens of a slightly modified adage: if it smells like a duck and tastes like a chicken, youre probably eating chicken. This is a case of supervised learning in action. Machine learning can benefit from supervised learning, which is a concept that can be applied to it (ML). 2022, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
Supply chain leadership in emerging markets: Understanding the role of trust, information management, and collaboration
The massive growth of emerging economies in last two decades has attracted many global companies to expand their physical presence in these countries. But the ability to take advantage of those opportunities is only available to companies that appreciate the environmental challenges and complexity of the region. The lexicon of extant literature focuses on enhancing supply chain leadership and development of efficient and effective strategies in developed economies, yet the corresponding literature in emerging economies is very fragmented. The aim of this chapter is to synthesize the current literature to understand the phenomenon including its definitions, dimensions, and constructs and to propose a conceptual model for successful supply chain leadership in emerging markets. The study tries to understand and establish the impact of various factors of supply chain leadership, which leads to sustainable supply chain performance. Collaboration and information management emerge as the major drivers for supply chain leadership in emerging markets and identifies trust as a mediating factor. 2020 by IGI Global. All rights reserved. -
Support Vector Machine Performance Improvements by Using Sine Cosine Algorithm
The optimization of parameters has a crucial influence on the solution efficacy and the accuracy of the support vector machine (SVM) in the machine learning domain. Some of the typical approaches for determining the parameters of the SVM consider the grid search approach (GS) and some of the representative swarm intelligence metaheuristics. On the other side, most of those SVM implementations take into the consideration only the margin, while ignoring the radius. In this paper, a novel radiusmargin SVM approach is implemented that incorporates the enhanced sine cosine algorithm (eSCA). The proposed eSCA-SVM method takes into the account both maximizing the margin and minimizing the radius. The eSCA has been used to optimize the penalty and RBF parameter in SVM. The proposed eSCA-SVM method has been evaluated against four binary UCI datasets and compared to seven other algorithms. The experimental results suggest that the proposed eSCA-SVM approach has superior performances in terms of the average classification accuracy than other methods included in the comparative analysis. 2022, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. -
Surface functionalized fluorescent carbon nanoparticles and their applications
Fluorescent carbon nanoparticles or carbon dots (CDs) are zero-dimensional nanomaterials embodying physicochemical characteristics appropriate for novel and improved applications in various disciplines. Tunable photoluminescence, photostability, small size, low cost, biocompatibility, etc., are some of the promising features of CDs. The CDs are usually composed of a graphitic core surrounded by shell layers containing various functional groups. Surface functionalization of CDs is known to customize, and regulate the properties of CDs, thereby proliferating their applications. A variety of physical and chemical methods have been used for the preparation of CDs with tailored surfaces. The choice of the synthetic strategy generally depends on the type of surface modification required and the fluorescence behavior expected. This chapter summarizes and discusses the existing strategies for preparing surface functionalized CDs and the resultant fluorescence phenomena. The surface functionalization of CDs can decisively influence their suitability in several applications. In some applications, surface functionalization improves the existing utility, while novel utilities are emerging in others. The influence of surface functionalities of CDs on biomedical and catalytic applications has been discussed in detail in this chapter. CDs have emerged as a promising material for enhancing the performance, sustainability, and safety of various energy storage devices like batteries, supercapacitors etc. Continued research and development in this area could lead to the realization of more efficient and environmentally friendly energy storage solutions. The chapter concludes by discussing the challenges in synthesizing surface functionalized CDs and their acceptability in biomedical and industrial applications. 2025 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved including those for text and data mining AI training and similar technologies. -
Surviving Under Stress: Exploring Zea mays Adaptive Responses to Cadmium Toxicity and Mitigation StrategiesA Review
Cadmium (Cd) toxicity poses a significant threat to Zea mays, disrupting its normal physiological functions and metabolic processes. This chapter summarises current studies on the sources of contamination, Cd intake mechanisms, and the effect of Cd toxicity on critical physiological systems in maize. It then thoroughly investigates Zea mays physiological and adaptive responses to Cd toxicity. The section outlines how Cd inhibits vital metabolic processes, such as photosynthesis and the absorption of nutrients uptake in maize plants, leading to a reduction in biomass, yield, and growth. The adverse impacts on plant growth and development are amplified by anatomical changes brought on by Cd exposure, such as modifications to the roots and leaves. Furthermore, a thorough examination of biochemical modifications is conducted, such as adjustments to protein composition, glucose metabolism, and amino acid levels. The chapter additionally examines how enzymatic activity responds to Cd stress, focusing on modifications in the activity of enzymes involved in antioxidants and metabolism. Under the influence of Cd toxicity, maize plants display a range of intricate adaptive responses. These include upregulation of genes linked to the production of ethylene and the synthesis of peptides that bind metals, such as phytochelatins. The study covers the effectiveness of several mitigation techniques employed to reduce Cd accumulation and improve Cd tolerance in maize crops. These techniques include microbial remediation, phytohormone administration, biostimulant treatments, and designed nanoparticles and mineral ions. With everything considered, this chapter offers insightful information about Zea mays physiological and adaptive responses to endure and mitigate the impact of cadmium toxicity. To ensure sustainable maize production and food security in areas polluted by Cd, it is essential to understand these mechanisms and create appropriate mitigation techniques. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024. -
Sustainability and green nanomaterials on nanotechnology-based sensors
Nanobiosensors multipurpose efficacy in various domains as next-generation device has set a revolutionary impact on the scientific technology. Green synthesized nanoparticles (NPs) have enhanced the properties of these nanobiosensors in commendable ways with remarked growth. The unique properties of NPs like optical, magnetic, electrochemical, physiochemical, mechanical, and good conductivity make them highly reliable and sensitive for conventional approaches to check minute concentrations. Quantum dots, nanotubes, and magnetic nanowires provide a novel signal transduction mechanism that helps to detect low level of pesticides, food contaminants, toxins, and metabolites. Various microbes have been documented for NPs such as Fusarium oxysporum, Alternata alternata, Trichoderma viride, Colletotrichum sp., F. oxysporum, Aspergillus orayzae, Aquaspirillum magnetotacticum, and Magnetospirillum magnetotacticum. It is used in sustainable agriculture or smart farming to aid plant growth in the form of sensor detector of plant metabolites, hormonal changes, ion concentration, volatiles and gas changes, etc., under physiological stress. Environmental remediation is carried out for analysis and quantification of contaminants like heavy metals, pesticides, fungicides, pathogens, etc. Nanobiosensors have a tremendous impact on food industry as a means of sensitive method for detecting pathogens and recognition of mycotoxins. While, medical applications detect glucose in diabetics, cancer diagnosis, detection of urinary tract infections, HIV-AIDS, disease-causing pathogens, antigen-antibody interaction, etc. 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved including those for text and data mining AI training and similar technologies. -
Sustainability and Social Responsibility in Marketing
Social trading companies must adhere to the concept of social responsibility by engaging in activities that provide benefits to society. Social responsibility in marketing is through providing products and services that help the community environmentally, socially, and economically. Several literatures have discussed the role of social responsibility in customer intentions toward social trading channels. Discussing and describing the role of social responsibility in marketing is an important issue that needs to be investigated. This chapter describes the role of social responsibility in marketing activities. Promotions that raise awareness of societal issues and problems, recyclable packaging, and direct portions of profits toward charitable efforts are critical factors that will be described in this chapter as well. The majority of business companies, however, are still unable to fulfill the finest CSR principles in their marketing activities. Therefore, the focus of this chapter is on the requirements for CSR as well as the deficiencies in corporate organizations marketing operations. Considering the important of social media for communicating CSR is address at the point, where corporations use social media effectively for delivering their CSR goals and initiatives. This chapter is followed by two main questions: how can corporate social responsibility be delivered in marketing? And why do we need to study CSR?. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2022. -
Sustainability disclosure and green finance: Driving the transition towards a sustainable future
In recent times, policymakers and scholars have directed their attention toward the notion of sustainability and green finance, coinciding with the growing global emphasis on environmental protection, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development. The integration of sustainability and green finance practices has emerged as a crucial strategy to address climate change, advance sustainable development goals issues, and build a resilient global economy in the face of pressing environmental challenges. The adoption of green finance and sustainability practices is no longer limited to developed economies. Many developing and under-developed countries are also taking a proactive approach to develop and implement a roadmap and framework for incorporating sustainability. In this chapter, the authors explore the notion of green finance, its crucial role in advancing sustainability, and the substantial consequences it can bring about for diverse businesses and stakeholders. 2023, IGI Global. All rights reserved. -
Sustainability in hospitality: The pathway to destination well-being in the "City of Lakes" Udaipur
With the rising popularity and a surge in demand for the "City of Lakes" Udaipur, the lake ecosystem has become vulnerable to various anthropogenic activities and pollution. The restricted structure of hotels on the lakefront faces various challenges in maintaining environmental regulations. This chapter explores hotels on the lakeside in Udaipur, which includes heritage hotels and modern accommodations, and their sustainability practices, such as energy efficiency, waste management, water conservation, and eco-design in hospitality architecture. Best practices in Udaipur's hospitality industry are explored through observation, document analysis, and interviews. The chapter establishes how circular economy builds environmental quality while regenerating resources. The implications of the study indicate a transformation of tourism governance in Udaipur by local authorities and academicians, which indeed can contribute to achieving a destination's well-being by addressing the challenges posed by the thriving tourism economy. 2024, IGI Global. -
Sustainable Biodegradable and Bio-based Materials
The quest for sustainable biodegradable and bio-based materials is ever increasing due to their versatile properties and also their ability to serve as potential alternatives to their synthetic counterparts. The major types of bio-based materials of commercial importance can be derived majorly from plant, animal, and microbial sources through physical, chemical, or biological extraction methods. Despite their potential applications, biocompatibility, and biodegradability, these bio-based polymers still face hurdles in competing with conventional plastics. The major factors contributing to this involve the production and extraction cost. In recent years, the integration of waste valorization with biopolymer production and the development of eco-friendly green extraction protocols with minimum usage of chemicals were visualized as efficient strategies for the sustainable production of biopolymers. This study summarizes the important biodegradable and bio-based materials of commercial importance along with their production methods and application in diverse sectors. 2023 selection and editorial matter, Ajay, Parveen, Sharif Ahmad, Jyotsna Sharma, Victor Gambhir. -
Sustainable Consumption Practices of Rural India
It is said that real India lives in rural areas. Sustainability can be found very easily in traditions, practices, culture, ethics, sense of belongingness, camaraderie, mindful living of the villages, and small towns of India. They may lack the modern way of living and infrastructure, but their way of existence is such that they contribute toward making sustainable communities. This is specifically reflected in their behavior of consumption; obviously it is also related to their income but consumption in rural areas of India is way lower than those of urban areas, even if that is to be compared by keeping population size as the same. This chapter presents an informative analysis for the reasons and methods which rural population of India practices that results in sustainability. There are practices which are found wide and large such as sharing, self-sustenance because of farming, recycling, less influence of media, simpler living, work-life balance, valuing natural resources, inherent practices of protecting the environment, and pro-community sentimentalities that lead to sustainability. Attitude toward consumption is guided by the so-called spiritual way of living and having satisfaction with life. Happiness does not necessarily come by acquiring tangible resources but by having meaningful relationship, acquiring wisdom, and following indigenous way of living and transferring it to the next generation. This chapter presents a short report by having a take on economic indicators and traditional and cultural practices of rural India and hence present an explanation for how and why sustainable consumption practices are prevalent in such places. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2022.