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Imagining the sustainable future with Industry 6.0: A smarter pathway for modern society and manufacturing industries
Industry is defined as the production of goods and services through the transformation of raw materials and resources into valuable products. It involves the creation of finished products or services through various stages of production that may include manufacturing, processing, assembly, packaging, and distribution. Industries have played a significant role in the economic growth and development of nations throughout history. They have contributed to the creation of employment opportunities, the development of new technologies, and the improvement of living standards. Over the years, the industrial sector has gone through numerous changes, and each of these changes has been termed as an "Industry Revolution." 2024, IGI Global. All rights reserved. -
Imidazopyridine chalcones as potent anticancer agents: Synthesis, single-crystal X-ray, docking, DFT and SAR studies
New imidazopyridinechalcone analogs were synthesized through the ClaisenSchmidt condensation reaction. The newly synthesized imidazopyridine-chalcones (S1S12) were characterized using spectroscopic and elemental analysis. The structures of compounds S2 and S5 were confirmed by X-ray crystallography. The global chemical reactivity descriptor parameter was calculated using theoretically (DFT-B3LYP-3-211, G) estimated highest occupied molecular orbital and lowest unoccupied molecular orbital values and the results are discussed. Compounds S1S12 were screened on A-549 (lung carcinoma epithelial cells) and MDA-MB-231 (M.D. Anderson-Metastatic Breast 231) cancer cell lines. Compounds S6 and S12 displayed exceptional antiproliferative activity against lung A-549 cancer cells with IC50 values of 4.22 and 6.89 M, respectively, compared to the standard drug doxorubicin (IC50 = 3.79 ?M). In the case of the MDA-MB-231 cell line, S1 and S6 exhibited exceptionally superior antiproliferative activity with IC50 of 5.22 and 6.50 ?M, respectively, compared to doxorubicin (IC50 = 5.48 ?M). S1 was found to be more active than doxorubicin. Compounds S1S12 were tested for their cytotoxicity on human embryonic kidney 293 cells, which confirmed the nontoxic nature of the active compounds. Further molecular docking studies verified that compounds S1S12 have a higher docking score and interacted well with the target protein. The most active compound S1 interacted well with the target protein carbonic anhydrase II in complex with pyrimidine-based inhibitor, and S6 with human Topo II? ATPase/AMP-PNP. The results suggest that imidazopyridine-chalcone analogs may serve as new leads as anticancer agents. 2023 Deutsche Pharmazeutische Gesellschaft. -
Imidazopyridine Hydrazine Conjugates as Potent Anti-TB Agents with their Docking, SAR, and DFT Studies
Novel imidazopyridines hydrazine conjugates were designed and synthesized for their anti-tubercular (anti-TB) activity. A cytotoxicity assay was conducted with Vero cells to determine the safety profile of the most effective compounds. It was found that compound (IA3) (MIC=0.78 ?M) and (IA8) (MIC=1.12 ?M) were nearly 3.7 and 2.5 times more active than pyrazinamide. Based on Density functional theory (DFT), these molecules exhibited better charge transfer between molecular orbital's, which made them suitable for biological applications. Molecular docking on Mycobacterium tuberculosis InhA bound to NITD-916 (PDB: 4R9S) revealed that compounds possessed greater binding affinity towards proteins. In addition, the most active anti-TB compounds (IA3) and (IA8) exhibited high levels of interaction with the target protein and exceptional safety profile, suggesting they may prove to be effective leads for new drugs. 2024 Wiley-VCH GmbH. -
Immersive Technologies: Navigating the Impacts, Challenges, and Opportunities
Immersive technology is going to govern the next generation in terms of education, health, military, tourism, and much more. Through its comprehensive exploration, didactic approach, and insightful analyses, this book provides an invaluable resource for understanding and harnessing the power of immersive technology. Immersive Technologies: Navigating the Impacts, Challenges, and Opportunities serves as a guiding compass through the immersive technology landscape and takes a multifaceted approach, addressing both the technical and human aspects. The book dissects the underlying methods and technologies that power immersive experiences, offering readers a clear understanding of how VR, AR, and MR function. The latest advancements, from cutting-edge hardware developments to revolutionary software applications are discussed in detail. The book also delves into the potential societal impacts and takes the reader on a journey from education to healthcare, entertainment to remote collaboration, so the reader can gain insights into the myriad of ways immersive technology is already shaping industries and human interaction. The ultimate benefit readers will derive from this book is a holistic grasp of the immersive technology landscape and they will be armed with knowledge about the challenges and opportunities presented by VR, AR, and MR. They will be well-equipped to navigate the future. This is a must-read for anyone interested in how this technology has the potential to reshape our world. Academicians will be enriched with the applications and practical perspectives. 2025 Sagaya Aurelia. -
Immersive Virtual Learning Experiences of Senior Secondary School Students from India and Russia: A Mixed Method Study
Virtual Reality (VR) provides an immersive learning (IL) experience by simulating real-world scenarios that bridge the gap between theory and application. VR simulations are interactive and enhance student engagement across a range of concepts, from simple to complex. India and Russia share similar cultural and historical backgrounds, and both are committed to creating a multipolar world. Both are large developing countries with several strategic partnerships and international cooperation. Hence, this study aims to capture the learning experiences of internationally paired students in an IL environment and their attitudes towards IL environments, to mutually contribute to teaching and learn in these countries. Students experienced immersive learning through stand-alone head-mounted virtual reality cameras with a controller. The study employed a mixed-methods research design involving a quantitative and qualitative explanatory approach. Researchers paired 100 senior secondary school students from Russia (n = 50) and India (n = 50) and exposed them to virtual IL experiences. Researchers used the user-experience IL environment scale, the VR-IL environment attitude scale, and an interview guide to collect the data of the study. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, a correlation test, and regression. Qualitative data were analyzed through narrative thematic analysis. Researchers triangulated the IL experiences measured through quantitative and qualitative methods. The study found a positive correlation between IL experiences and attitude towards the IL environment. Further, IL experiences accounted for 43.5% of positive attitudes towards the IL environment. The qualitative analysis revealed both positive and negative aspects of VR-IL environment experiences. The study's findings add value to the cognitive-affective theory of learning with media, as it includes knowledge construction, emotional connection, and motivation for learning. Future studies may explore the benefits of the IL environment with artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI towards teaching and learning. (2024), (California State University). All Rights Reserved. -
Immobilization of TiO2 on Various Substrates
Recovery of photocatalytic materials after the degradation of organic pollutants remains a challenge. To address this issue, immobilizing the material on a suitable substrate presents a viable solution. Immobilization of the commonly used titanium dioxide (TiO2) photocatalyst onto various substrates is typically achieved through adsorption, hydrogen bonding, or chemical bonding. Coating TiO2 onto different substrates is a common approach to enhance its durability, reusability, and catalytic efficiency across multiple applications, such as photocatalysis, sensors, and heterogeneous catalysis. The choice of substrate depends on the specific application, desired properties, and its ability to improve the photocatalytic performance. Substrates such as glass/quartz, polymeric materials, metal oxides, carbon-based materials, textiles, and cellulose each offer unique characteristics that enhance the potential of the photocatalytic material. 2026 WILEY-VCH GmbH. -
Immobilized proline-based electro-organocatalyst for the synthesis of bis-?-diketone via Knoevenagel condensation reaction
In the quest for more sustainable chemical processes, we devised a technique using electro-organocatalysis to synthesize bis-?-diketone compounds via Knoevenagel condensation of benzaldehyde and dimedone. Our approach involves a modified electrode fabricated via anchoring L-proline onto a carbon fiber paper electrode supported by poly-3,4-diaminobenzoic acid (PDABA), which enhances efficiency in addition to the simple catalyst separation from the reaction mixture in heterogeneous catalysis. The electrochemical and surface topographical studies for the fabricated electrode were carried out, revealing high efficiency in comparison to the bare carbon fiber paper electrode. This electrochemical reaction operates under mild conditions utilizing lithium perchlorate and acetonitrile, yielding high amounts of the desired product. This study showcases a promising pathway for producing valuable organic compounds in an environmentally friendly manner, marking a significant stride forward in sustainable synthesis practices. 2024 Elsevier Ltd -
Immortality and beyond: review of the film Seo Bok
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Impact of 3D printed components and ventilators on COVID-19
The disease caused by a virus known as the novel Coronavirus, also known as "COVID-19" by the public, was classified as a major epidemic by the World Health Organisation in 2019. Each country across the globe is affected by COVID-19. While writing this, over 150 million people were affected by the fast-spreading deadly pandemic, and over 3.5 million deaths due to COVID-19 were reported worldwide as per WHO's official COVID-19 dash panel-https://covid19.who.int/Economy and social life of no territory on earth was left unaffected by the COVID-19. Now vaccines are ready, it may take a reasonable amount of time to complete the vaccination process. One major challenge was the need for more support equipment like Beds, Oxygen Cylinders, and Ventilators. Improvisation in the mass production of many critical components, especially those supporting 3D printing technology, has shown some well-managed results in handling the shortage of many critical components. This chapter examines and describes how 3D printing technologies were used during the dangerous pandemic. It aims to describe many 3D-printed devices like face masks, face shields, various valves, etc. It also makes an effort to point out the dominant drawbacks of additive manufacturing technology in this area and examines the options for a future pandemic. 2023 Bentham Science Publishers. All rights reserved. -
Impact of Abuse on Mental Health and Happiness Among Students: Mediating Role of Family Environment
Background: Child abuse and neglect is an issue of concern for public health professionals. The impact of abuse may lead to poor physical and mental health conditions. Family environment may impact coping and recovery among victims of abuse. The association between child abuse, mental health, happiness, and family environment is complex. The study examines the association and pathways between child abuse exposure, mental health and happiness, while exploring the potentially mediating effect of the family environment. Methods: Data were collected from 571 high school students from Kerala, India, by using various tools, including a semi-structured questionnaire, Depression and Anxiety Youth Scale, and happiness scale. A mediation analysis using structural equation modeling (SEM) was carried out to test the objectives of the study. Results: The analysis shows that mental health, happiness, and family environment are correlated with abuse experience. The mediation analysis further shows that the indirect effect of abuse on mental health via the family environment was significant (? = 0.013, 95% CI [0.002, 0.033]). The indirect effect of abuse on happiness via the family environment was significant (? = 0.019, 95% CI [0.044, 0.003]). Furthermore, the total effect of abuse on mental health (? = 0.266, 95% CI [0.164, 0.354]) and abuse on happiness (? = 0.152, 95% CI [0.259, 0.050]) was significant. Conclusion: The study reveals that abuse experiences impact happiness and mental health outcomes among students. The family environment mediates the relationship between child abuse and mental health, and between child abuse and happiness. 2023 The Author(s). -
Impact of Aggressive and Conservative Working Capital Management Policy on Firms Profitability
The International Journal's Research Journal of Social Science & Management, Vol-4 (1), pp. 105-110. ISSN-2251-1571 -
Impact of AI in Financial Technology- A Comprehensive Study and Analysis
Presently across the world, financial institutions strive tremendously hard to make financial services smarter to benefit from the advantages of digitization. To enhance client services, financial technology (Fintech) uses a variety of modern breakthrough technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), 5G/6G, Blockchain, Metaverse, IoT, and others, in the financial sector. Many important financial services and procedures, including loans, authentication, fraud detection, quality control, creditworthiness, and several more, would be streamlined and improved by the adoption of technology. However, a need exists for the development of innovative financial products as well as the corresponding technological ecosystem. To launch Information and Communication Technology (ICT) alternatives, various major tech companies have placed their emphasis on Fintech. In this paper, we first explore the latest opportunities in Fintech. Furthermore, we also attempt to present a foundation of the Fintech accelerators, such as IoT, 5G, Digital twins, and Metaverse. Additionally, we also outline recommendations for future research directions in Fintech while looking forwards to potential difficulties. 2023 IEEE. -
Impact of AI on Students Mental Health and Well-Being
This chapter examines the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on students' mental health and well- being, addressing the urgent need for innovative solutions in response to escalating mental health challenges among this demographic. In recent years, mental health issues among students have surged due to a combination of factors, including increasing academic pressures, socio- economic disparities, and the pervasive influence of digital technologies. These challenges create a complex array of psychological and emotional difficulties that necessitate timely and effective interventions.AI technologies, particularly those leveraging natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML), are emerging as scalable and accessible tools for mental health support in educational settings. Unlike traditional therapeutic methods, which often face geographical, financial, and logistical constraints, AI-powered tools provide round- the- clock assistance to users, transcending barriers of time and location. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Impact of AI Technology Disruption on Turnover Intention of Employees in Digital Marketing
The rapid integration of AI technology into the digital marketing sector has prompted a need to understand its effects on employee perspectives and behaviors. This study investigates how AI adoption influences job insecurity, turnover intention, and job mobility among digital marketing professionals. Addressing concerns about AI rendering roles obsolete is crucial for fostering a supportive work environment. Turnover intention, influenced by AI adoption and potential job dissatisfaction, offers insights into employees' commitment to the industry. Job mobility, influenced by growth prospects and alignment with AI-driven workplaces, sheds light on career aspirations. Our study involving 303 employees of digital marketing industry in India reveals that AI disruption significantly impacts turnover intention, with job insecurity mediating this effect. Additionally, mistreatment by superiors increases turnover intention. Overall, this research underscores the profound impact of AI technology on employees' attitudes, behaviors, and career decisions in digital marketing, providing valuable insights into their perceptions and engagement 2024 IEEE. -
Impact of air pollution in health and socio-economic aspects: Review on future approach
Air contamination is mainly induced by human activity and environmental pollution. Consumption of Air pollution in fewer amounts leads to a significant range of harmful effects on public safety. Nevertheless, with the accelerated pace of economic growth and modernization and the high quantity of electricity need results in huge amounts of pollutants and waste creates significant air pollution. The latest research has shown that because humans only use a tiny part of their day to drive, their constant air quality intake is primarily attributed to the commuting microenvironment. The nature of life on this planet is dependent on clean air. This article presents the literature to include a review of the effect on different facets of human existence of air emissions. The effect is narrowly classified into health and climate change. The study shows that air contamination has a broad variety of consequences, from infectious illnesses and life-threatening disorders and the breakdown of particular organ systems and psychological health. There is no question that this problem has to be addressed with the utmost focus. Such results should be used to prompt further work and to deliver clean air initiatives to officials. 2020 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. -
Impact of anionic concentration on the structural, morphological, and optical characteristics of ZnS quantum dots
ZnS quantum dots exhibit remarkable versatility with novel properties and diverse applications. Highly crystalline ZnS quantum dots with cubic structure were prepared using a simple wet-chemical route by varying the sulphur concentration. This work offers an in-depth study of the influence of sulphur concentration on the optical, surface and structural characteristics of ZnS quantum dots. Structural analysis using XRD affirmed the cubic structure of ZnS. FESEM disclosed non-uniform nanosphere-like morphology, while TEM was utilized for particle size determination. Optical characteristics were assessed utilizing UVVis spectroscopy and photoluminescence spectroscopy. The ZnS quantum dots synthesized with sulphur concentration double that of the zinc concentration in the precursor solution exhibited the appropriate stoichiometry with minimum point defects. Owing to their high crystallinity, small crystallite size, excellent stability, and suitable optical properties, ZnS quantum dots are favourable candidates for optoelectronic applications. Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science 2025. -
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Business Strategy and Decision-Making
Market analysis as knowledge-enhancement function, its use in internal politics, its abuse, and its ability to generate market understanding were recognised as the four key performance variables in market analysis. Profitability and bottom line may be increased, inefficiencies in corporate processes can be reduced, and other hidden insights can be uncovered by analyzing financial accounting transactions. The research focuses on the business strategy in decision-making using artificial intelligence. Reviewing existing research and providing recommendations. In this study, firstly collect the dataset finance data from Kaggle for the better-trained model. After that perform the pre-processing data for outlier removal. The implementation work is complete on the Python programming language. The results showed that the proposed KNN, the Decision tree model, achieved high accuracy. Businesses and organisations working in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) might greatly benefit from this research in terms of narrowing down the profiles that are certain to avoid in the future. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024. -
Impact of artificial intelligence on consumer online purchase intention
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly weaving itself into the fabric of online shopping as the digital landscape evolves, having a significant impact on consumer online purchase intention (COPI). This influence manifests itself in a variety of ways, ranging from personalized product recommendations curated by AI algorithms to seamless user experiences (UX) crafted through AI-driven optimization. Recommendation engines anticipate our desires by analyzing previous purchases and browsing behavior, relieving decision fatigue, and potentially nudging us towards that coveted purchase. Chatbots and virtual assistants, tireless digital companions, provide 24-hour support, increasing convenience and accessibility and thus increasing COPI. This AI-infused journey, however, is not without its challenges. Concerns about data privacy, algorithmic bias, and the ambiguity of AI decision-making can erode consumer trust, potentially impeding COPI. Ethical concerns about data manipulation, discrimination, and unfair data practices raise red flags, calling for transparency and responsible AI implementation. The key to unlocking a sustainable future for e-commerce is striking the right balance between harnessing the power of AI and mitigating its potential pitfalls. E-commerce companies must prioritize trust by being transparent, ensuring responsible AI practices, and confronting ethical concerns head on. Only then will they be able to harness AI's transformative power to foster a thriving online shopping environment in which COPI thrives alongside consumer trust and well-being. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON E-BANKING AND FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
Artificial intelligence has a significant impact on financial technologies. Machine learning is an important field of artificial intelligence. Machine learning is a subset of artificial intelligence. According to client knowledge gathered by machine learning, data structures may be more easily comprehended and changed. Machine learning, although still being employed in the IT business, has its own set of benefits. They are used by computer program to explain or solve a typical issue because they are a set of well-written instructions. Data inputs for factual research may be prepared by computers using master learning algorithms that can deliver results within a certain range. Computers are used to model test data, and frameworks are used to make automated decisions based on input data. Banks and financial institutions may benefit from the use of machine learning. This article discusses applications of machine learning in banking and finance sector. The Electrochemical Society -
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Social Media Marketing Strategies
The use of social media is increasing as the use of smartphones is increasing, various applications on smartphones are now becoming good platform for market. As the use of smartphones is increasing the use of different artificial intelligence (AI) technologies making the phones smarter. The social media is now one of the most globally crowded platforms with millions of users. Most of the businesses are now turning their marketing strategies by highlighting the digital marketing from various platforms. Thus, the focus of study is to find the increasing impact of AI on the social media related marketing strategies. Different studies highlight the different impacts of social media and marketing using different AI tools and platforms which makes customer to find the best product as per their choice. So, social media marketing has become simpler and more adaptable thanks to the development of artificial intelligence. 2024 IEEE.