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Mergers and acquisitions in India Information Technology Industry and its impact on shareholders wealth
International Journal of Research in Commerce, IT & Management Vol. 2, Issue 4, pp. 118-121 ISSN No. 2231-5756 -
Mesoporous iron aluminophosphate: An efficient catalyst for one pot synthesis of amides by ester-amide exchange reaction
A series of metal aluminophosphates (MAlP: M = V, Fe, Co, Ni & Cu) were prepared by co-precipitation method. All the materials were characterized by various physico-chemical techniques. The materials were found to be mesoporous and moderately acidic. The catalytic activity of the materials was investigated in the synthesis of benzamides in a single pot reaction under solvent free refluxing conditions from methyl benzoate and different amines. Iron aluminophosphate was found to be the most effective catalyst for the synthesis of benzamides with 100% selectivity. The isolated yield of benzamide varied from 46% to 100% depending on the nature of amine. A possible reaction mechanism has been proposed which correlates the surface acidity and catalytic activity of the catalyst. The catalyst could be recycled for about three times without any appreciable loss in activity, thus making the method ecofriendly and economical. -
Mesoporous onion-like carbon nanostructures from natural oil for high-performance supercapacitor and electrochemical sensing applications: Insights into the post-synthesis sonochemical treatment on the electrochemical performance
Although onion-like carbon nanostructures (OLCs) are attractive materials for energy storage, their commercialization is hampered by the absence of a simple, cost-effective, large-scale synthesis route and binder-free electrode processing. The present study employs a scalable and straightforward technique to fabricate sonochemically tailored OLCs-based high-performance supercapacitor electrode material. An enhanced supercapacitive performance was demonstrated by the OLCs when sonicated in DMF at 60 C for 15 min, with a specific capacitance of 647 F/g, capacitance retention of 97% for 5000 cycles, and a charge transfer resistance of 3 ?. Furthermore, the OLCs were employed in the electrochemical quantification of methylene blue, a potential COVID-19 drug. The sensor demonstrated excellent analytical characteristics, including a linear range of 100 pM to 1000 pM, an ultralow sensitivity of 64.23 pM, and a high selectivity. When used to identify and quantify methylene blue in its pharmaceutical formulation, the sensor demonstrated excellent reproducibility, high stability, and satisfactory recovery. 2021 The Author(s) -
Message efficient ring leader election in distributed systems
Leader Election Algorithm, not only in distributed systems but in any communication network, is an essential matter for discussion. Tremendous amount of work are happening in the research community on election as network protocols are in need of co-ordinator process for the smooth running of the system. These so called Coordinator processes are responsible for the synchronization of the system otherwise, the system loses its reliability. Furthermore, if the leader process crashes, the new leader process should take the charge as early as possible. New leader is one among the currently running processes with the highest process id. In this paper we have presented a modified version of ring algorithm. Our work involves substantial modifications of the existing ring election algorithm and the comparison of message complexity with the original algorithm. Simulation results show that our algorithm minimizes the number of messages even in worst case scenario. 2013 Springer Science+Business Media. -
Message framing and COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among millennials in South India
Vaccine hesitancy and refusal remain a major concern for healthcare professionals and policymakers. Hence, it is necessary to ascertain the underlying factors that promote or hinder the uptake of vaccines. Authorities and policy makers are experimenting with vaccine promotion messages to communities using loss and gain-framed messages. However, the effectiveness of message framing in influencing the intention to be vaccinated is unclear. Based on the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB), this study analysed the impact of individual attitude towards COVID-19 vaccination, direct and indirect social norms, perceived behavioural control and perceived threat towards South Indian millennials intention to get vaccinated. The study also assessed the effect of framing vaccine communication messages with gain and loss framing. Data was collected from 228 Millennials from South India during the COVID-19 pandemic from September to October 2021 and analysed using PLS path modelling and Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA). The findings reveal that attitudes towards vaccination, perceived threat and indirect social norms positively impact millennials intention to take up vaccines in both message frames. Further, independent sample t-test between the framing groups indicate that negative (loss framed message) leads to higher vaccination intention compared to positive (gain framed message). A loss-framed message is thus recommended for message framing to promote vaccine uptake among millennials. These findings provide useful information in understanding the impact of message framing on behavioural intentions, especially in the context of vaccine uptake intentions of Millennials in South India. Copyright: 2022 Prakash et al. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited. -
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Meta AI features on users flow experience and acceptance in the beauty and cosmetics industry: moderating role of Meta AI literacy
Purpose This study aims to integrate Artificial Intelligence Device Use Acceptance, diffusion of innovation and flow theory to explore the impact of innovation dimensions (primary appraisal) on user flow experience (UFEx) (secondary appraisal) and users willingness to accept Meta artificial intelligence (AI) features (Outcome). The moderating role of Meta AI literacy in the relationships among primary appraisal, secondary appraisal and the outcome were also examined. Design/methodology/approach This study used covariance-based structured equation modelling to analyse the data collected from 383 respondents who use Meta AI features for beauty and cosmetic products on social media. Findings The findings of the study indicates that compatibility and observability positively influence users flow experience, which subsequently impacts users willingness to accept Meta AI features on social media. Furthermore, Meta AI literacy positively moderates the relationship between relative advantage, compatibility, trialability, observability and users flow experience. Originality/value This study introduces a unique framework grounded on Meta AI features in social media, particularly in beauty and cosmetics, contributing to the literature on Meta AI, UFEx and willingness to accept. This research makes a novel attempt to explore how Meta AI literacy shapes the links among primary appraisal, secondary appraisal and outcomes. 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited -
Meta-analysis of EMF-induced pollution by COVID-19 in virtual teaching and learning with an artificial intelligence perspective
Concerns about the health effects of frequent exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF) emitted from mobile towers and handsets have been raised because of the gradual increase in usage of cell phones and frequent setting up of mobile towers. The present study is targeted to detrimental effects of EMF radiation on various biological systems mainly due to online teaching and learning processes by suppressing the immune system. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the increased usage of internet due to online education and online office leads to more detrimental effects of EMF radiation. Further inculcation of soft computing techniques in EMF radiation has been presented. A literature review focusing on the usage of soft computing techniques in the domain of EMF radiation has been presented in the article. An online survey has been conducted targeting Indian academic stakeholders (specially teachers, students, and parents termed as population in the paper) for analyzing the awareness towards the biohazards of EMF exposure. 2022 IGI Global. All rights reserved. -
Meta-Teaching on Leveraging the Metaverse for Definitive Efficiency in Learning in Higher Education
One of the most intriguing results of the technology revolution over the past ten years has been virtual reality (VR). This experience is set to be enhanced by the metaverse, the next major technological revolution of our time. The metaverse delivers a fully immersive 3D digital experience that blends virtual and real worlds. The idea is interpreted as the future of the internet, it will allow users to interact with one another in a 3D virtual environment, through gaming or collaborating on projects. In the education sector, metaverse will play a vital role in overcoming learning limitations. Activities that occur in remote locations in the real world can now take place virtually. With VR, students are fully immersed in a simulated environment, free from distractions which enhances the student's ability to learn. Scientific studies show that VR improves spatial memory and cognition. Visual learning can boost student's understanding of more complicated subjects, concepts and languages by allowing them to learn from a first-person perspective and observe everything happening around them. 2025 selection and editorial matter, Kennedy Andrew Thomas, Joseph Chacko Chennattuserry and Joseph Varghese Kureethara; individual chapters, the contributors. -
Metabolite profiling and bioactivity assessment of diverse endophytic fungi from the endangered plant, Nilgirianthus ciliatus
Endophytic fungi are potential sources of bioactive compounds with therapeutic properties. This study investigated the fungal endophytes associated with Nilgirianthus ciliatus, an endangered medicinal plant, to discover its secondary metabolites and bioactivities. Molecular analysis revealed the prominent species to be Aspergillus niger, Didymella sp., Trichoderma viride, Bipolaris zeicola and Nigrospora sphaerica. Alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolics, terpenes and saponins were detected in ethyl acetate extracts employing phytochemical screening. Didymella sp. has showed the highest level of antioxidant activity, demonstrating strong DPPH radical scavenging and reduction capability. T. viride had strong antibacterial action against Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli, meanwhile Didymella sp. and N. sphaerica were most effective against E. coli. GC-MS analysis uncovered many bioactive chemicals, including trans-farnesol and pentadecanoic acid, which are renowned for their antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These findings highlight the presence of the rich variety of diverse endophytic fungi harboring such medicinal plants, which offer promising applications in medicine, biotechnology and agriculture as sources of novel bioactive compounds. Further exploration and characterization of these strains could unlock valuable sustainable resources for various industries. The Author(s).