Democratising Intelligent Farming Solutions to Develop Sustainable Agricultural Practices
description: In this chapter, the transformative potential of democratising intelligent farming solutions is discussed, primarily in the context of the sustainable farming. Technologies including the Internet of Things (IoT), global positioning systems (GPS), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), computer vision, and artificial intelligence (AI) have redefined farming activities. Such advances have allowed decision-making and optimised resource utilisation to be driven by real-time data. The democratisation of AI tools are meant to make AI-driven agriculture accessible to all. As such, this chapter discusses the interplay of bottom-up and top-down approaches, highlighting their roles in promoting the accessibility of AI tools and their benefits to farmers. The integration of such AI tools would transform contemporary agriculture into agriculture 4.0. This revolution would be characterised by real-time data, predictive analytics, and precision farming techniques. Further, the integration of technology such as wireless networks and the global navigation satellite system (GNSS) increases precision and the ability to monitor farming activities. The idea of democratising intelligent farming solutions is meant to herald agriculture 4.0, which would improve crop quality, climate resilience of crops, and the income of farmers. It would also improve broader macroeconomic aspects by promoting education and information and communication technology (ICT) skills and potentially reducing income inequality gap while promoting socio-economic well-being. 2025 selection and editorial matter, Sirisha Potluri, Suneeta Satpathy, Santi Swarup Basa, and Antonio Zuorro; individual chapters, the contributors. All rights reserved.
creator: Kumar A.; Nanjundan P.; Thomas L.
source: AI in Agriculture for Sustainable and Economic Management, pp. 53-66.
publisher: CRC Press
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-104009810-3; 978-103258569-7
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Kumar A., Christ University, Pune, India; Nanjundan P., CHRIST University, Lavasa Campus, Pune, India; Thomas L., CHRIST University, Lavasa Campus, Pune, India

Novel magnetic nanocomposites and their environmental applications
subject: Magnetic nanomaterials; Nanocomposites
description: Environmental contamination by numerous emerging pollutants including pharmaceuticals, microplastics, and pesticides residues is one of the greatest problems facing the world today. The release of these pollutants into the air, water, and soil causes serious threat to plants and animals. These contaminants enter the food chain through contaminated agricultural produce and animals, posing a threat to human health. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop novel methods to detect, degrade, and remove toxic environmental pollutants. Recently, nanomaterials have been widely used in various applications as catalysts, sensors, and adsorbents due to their unique outstanding properties. This chapter, therefore, focuses on the recent application of magnetic nanoparticles and their respective nanocomposites as degradation catalysts, adsorbents, and electrochemical sensors for detection and removal of environmental pollutants. 2024 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
creator: Chokkareddy R.; Kilele J.C.; Kanchi S.; Redhi G.G.; Kabane B.; Katari N.K.
source: Magnetic Nanoparticles and Polymer Nanocomposites: Fundamentals and Biological, Environmental and Energy Applications, pp. 403-414.
publisher: Elsevier
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-032385748-2; 978-032390341-7
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Chokkareddy R., Department of Chemistry, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, Department of Chemistry, Aditya College of Engineering, Andhra Pradesh, Surampalem, India; Kilele J.C., Department of Chemistry, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa; Kanchi S., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Redhi G.G., Department of Chemistry, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa; Kabane B., Department of Chemistry, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa; Katari N.K., Department of Chemistry, School of Science, GITAM Deemed to be University, Telangana, Hyderabad, India

Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Nanocomposites for Energy Storage and Conversion
subject: CNTs; Energy storage and conversion; Polymer nanocomposite
description: A large global commitment is necessary to scale up the deployment of renewable energy, engage in research and development, and implement energy-efficient practices. The development of large-scale energy storage technologies is crucial to fully harness renewable resources, ensure grid stability, and facilitate a more sustainable and reliable energy future. This becomes increasingly important as the demand for clean and renewable energy grows. Polymer nanocomposites have demonstrated considerable promise in energy storage and conversion. These nanocomposites can have better mechanical strength, electrical conductivity, thermal stability, and electrochemical performance due to adding nanoparticles or nanofillers to polymer matrices. Although carbon nanotubes (CNTs) cansignificantly enhance the characteristics of polymers at extremely low filler loadings, they are the perfect filler for both structural and functional applications. An extensive review of current studies on the synthesis and modification of polymer nanocomposites reinforced with CNTs is given in this chapter. To promote this new subject, it also severely evaluates a number of applications pertaining to energy conversion and storage. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024.
creator: Simon S.; Aswathi V.P.; Sreeja P.B.
source: Engineering Materials, Vol-Part F3404, pp. 133-154.
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 16121317
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Simon S., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, 560029, India; Aswathi V.P., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, 560029, India; Sreeja P.B., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, 560029, India

Indigenous Beliefs and Practices for Sustainability Among the Mao Nagas
subject: Feast of merit; Natural resources; SDGs; Shifting cultivation; Spiritual realms
description: The present society of Mao Nagas is sandwiched between trends to modernity and tendencies to be rooted in the cultural past. Prior to the arrival of Christianity, the Maos were considered animists; the sway of the one Supreme Being, and human relations with nature permeated the social, cultural, and spiritual realm. When the sky represented the father, and the earth, the mother; exploitation becomes inconsequential. Despite the odds of having limited ancestral land, the Maos have proven themselves self-sustainable within the place of habitation. The fact that there are no beggars among the Maos proves that certain aspects of the SDGs are ingrained in the beliefs. The Feast of Merit prevented extreme riches in society. With education, the Mao Nagas learned the harmful effects of shifting cultivation and abandoned its entirety. This paper tries to conceptually prove that if ancient beliefs and practices are tempered with scientific knowledge, life is sustainable. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.
creator: Kaje B.K.; Thomas K.A.
source: New Approaches to the Scientific Study of Religion, Vol-15, pp. 121-132.
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media B.V.
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 23673494
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Kaje B.K., School of Education, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India; Thomas K.A., Centre for Education Beyond Curriculum, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India

The Employees Demographic Profile of Startups in India with Special Reference to Bangalore City: A Case Study
subject: Economic development; Entrepreneur; Innovation; Opportunities; Startups
description: In the current scenario, startups play a pivotal role and exert a significant influence on the promotion of economic growth. Authorities perceive their substantial impact, considering factors such as job creation, economic development, and contributions to technological upgrading (Thornton and Assocham in Startups Indiaan overview, 2016; Jain in Int J Appl Res 2:152154, 2016; Sarangi in Why do most Indian startups fail? Computer Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, 2015). There has been a noteworthy effort to promote entrepreneurship through the establishment and support of various incubation centers. Despite the positive reception and development initiatives, the alarming startup failure rates in India persist due to various reasons. Available data indicates that 12 states in India have 1000 recognized startups each, with Karnataka being particularly well-recognized for progress and brand creation, especially in the city of Bangalore. In light of this, the study aims to identify the demographic profile of employees in startups in India, with a special focus on Bangalore city. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.
creator: Jaya Krishna Y.; Raghu Ram K.; Sivagami T.; Singh A.; Shaji R.; Kurian A.; Devadas H.; Theres A.
source: Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, Vol-536, pp. 439-451.
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 21984182
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Jaya Krishna Y., Assistant Professors, Christ College of Science and Management, Bangalore, India; Raghu Ram K., Associate Professor, NSB Academy, Bangalore, India; Sivagami T., Assistant Professors, Christ College of Science and Management, Bangalore, India; Singh A., Assistant Professor, Kristu Jayanti College, Bangalore, India; Shaji R., Assistant Professors, Christ College of Science and Management, Bangalore, India; Kurian A., Assistant Professors, Christ College of Science and Management, Bangalore, India; Devadas H., Assistant Professors, Christ College of Science and Management, Bangalore, India; Theres A., Assistant Professors, Christ College of Science and Management, Bangalore, India

A Qualitative Enquiry of the Experience of Music Professionals during the COVID-19 Pandemic
description: Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic became a new normal in todays world and has changed the consumption pattern and absorption of music and music apps in India. The music industry is relatively non-telecommutable, making working from home difficult during the imposed lockdown and social distancing norms. These conditions had adverse effects on the physical and mental health of music professionals. Therefore, it was crucial to understand the differential impact of COVID-19 on music professionals to find effective solutions and plan for future careers in a changed music industry. Method: The current paper qualitatively explored the experiences of the music professionals participating in this research during the COVID-19 pandemic in India. Twelve participants having 8 years of average professional experience (comprising singers, instrumentalists, music teachers, composers, YouTube content creators) were telephonically interviewed during the second wave of COVID-19 in India. The interviews were analysed using thematic content analysis. Results: The thematic content analysis resulted in the emergence of two major themes identified from the participants narratives were impact on participating music professionals and coping reactions. Conclusion: The themes emerged from analysis highlighted the impact of COVID-19 on these music professionals and the coping reactions utilized by them. 2025 selection and editorial matter, Dr Uzaina, Dr Rajesh Verma with Dr Ruchi Pandey; individual chapters, the contributors.
creator: Mittal S.; Singh T.; Upadhyay D.K.; Tushir B.
source: The Psychological After-Effects of Covid: Post-Pandemic Complications and Interventions in India, pp. 86-107.
publisher: Taylor and Francis
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-104011020-1; 978-103259501-6
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Mittal S., School of Liberal Arts, Bennett University, India; Singh T., Banaras Hindu University, India; Upadhyay D.K., Department of Psychology, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi, India; Tushir B., Christ University, Delhi-NCR, India

https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/17983
title: Empowering Gender Equality in Business Sustainability: A STARA (Smart Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Algorithms)-Centric Exploration of Socio-Technological Innovation for Modern Business Environments
subject: Business sustainability; Gender equality; Socio-technological innovation; STARA (smart technologies artificial intelligence robotics and algorithms); Technological adoption
description: Technological paradigms worldwide are evolving at a breakneck pace. Workplaces are evolving, organizations are shifting, and businesses are seeking to sustain themselves based on technological development. In recent times, STARA (Smart Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Algorithms) has emerged as an all-inclusive technological framework that seems a promising benefactor for businesses to thrive through technological adoption. But business sustenance is not all about driving profits. As much as they need to be digitally ready, they are still very much human, with their existence depending on their underlying workforces. Numerous socio-cultural aspects, gender inequality being one of them, plague business sustainability. The following paper seeks to explore corporate socio-technological landscapes. It seeks to substantiate ways gender inequality can be tackled via conscious STARA adoption while holistically ushering the way for business sustainability and success. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.
creator: Suvarna S.; Aranha R.; Sathiyaseelan; Basavaraj S.
source: Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, Vol-537, pp. 1093-1102.
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 21984182
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Suvarna S., Christ University, Bengaluru, India; Aranha R., Christ University, Bengaluru, India; Sathiyaseelan, Christ University, Bengaluru, India; Basavaraj S., Christ University, Bengaluru, India

Persistent Luminescence and in Vivo Bioimaging
subject: In vivo imaging; Multimodal imaging; NIR fluorescent probes; Persistent luminescence; Upconversion
description: In vivo bioimaging encompasses the non-invasive visualization of internal cells or organs within the human body, facilitating the real-time monitoring of dynamic biological processes. This form of bioimaging holds paramount significance within clinical domains due to its capacity to facilitate early disease detection, notably in cases of life-threatening conditions such as cancer. Although established imaging modalities like ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, and fluorescence imaging exist, the quest for innovative imaging probes with enhanced visibility to provide high-resolution images remains an active area of research. The introduction of persistent luminescent nanoprobes, characterized by their unique afterglow luminescence property, presents an exciting avenue in the realm of bioimaging. These nanoprobes offer several advantages over traditional fluorescent probes, notably in their ability to surmount light attenuation challenges within biological tissues including issues such as autofluorescence and light scattering. The chapter offers a succinct introduction to two pivotal facets of fluorescence imaging, namely persistent luminescence and upconversion luminescence while elucidating the underlying mechanisms governing their luminescence behavior. Moreover, this chapter provides comprehensive insights into various fluorescence imaging techniques, encompassing near-infrared imaging, upconversion imaging, X-ray-activated luminescence imaging, persistent luminescence imaging, and various multimodal imaging techniques. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024.
creator: Nath S.G.; Anila E.I.
source: Progress in Optical Science and Photonics, Vol-30, pp. 193-221.
publisher: Springer
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 23635096
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Nath S.G., Optoelectronic and Nanomaterials Research Lab, Department of Physics, Union Christian College, Kerala, Aluva, 683102, India; Anila E.I., Optoelectronic and Nanomaterials Research Lab, Department of Physics, Union Christian College, Kerala, Aluva, 683102, India, Department of Physics and Electronics, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, 560029, India

Quantifying the Impact: Assessing FPO Penetration in Indian Agriculture Through the Lens of the 2019 Situation Assessment Survey
subject: Farmers producer organisation; FPO penetration; Input supply; Marginal farmers
description: In India, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) are garnering significant attention as a potential solution to address the challenges faced by small-scale farmers. This research paper focuses on the engagement of farmers with more than 33,000 registered FPOs in India. It analyzes data from the Situation Assessment of Agricultural Households 2019 and the FPO dataset by the Tata Cornell Institute. The paper sheds light on how farmers are involved with FPOs to meet their agricultural needs, such as acquiring inputs, managing the sale of farm produce, and receiving technical support for farming activities. Despite the anticipated benefits for farmers through their engagement with FPOs, the actual achievements have not met initial expectations. The impact of FPOs on farmers remains minimal, with fewer than 1% of farmers in India utilizing FPO services. This emphasizes the crucial need for reassessment and targeted interventions to enhance the effectiveness of these organizations. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.
creator: Augustine D.; Singha Roy N.
source: Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, Vol-535, pp. 587-597.
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 21984182
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Augustine D., Christ University, Bengaluru, India; Singha Roy N., Christ University, Bengaluru, India

Environment or Development: The Way Forward
subject: Circular economy; Climate change; Economic growth; Ecosystem-based approaches; Environment; Environmental justice; Green economy; Land-use planning; Poverty reduction; Sustainable consumption; Sustainable development
description: This chapter explores the relationship between the environment and development, focusing on the challenges of balancing environmental protection and development goals. Historical perspectives on development and the environment and the emergence of sustainable development are discussed. The chapter examines the challenges in balancing economic growth, poverty reduction, and environmental sustainability, with particular attention given to the issues of climate change and ecological justice. Sustainable development is presented as a solution, with examples of sustainable development initiatives. Critical strategies for balancing environment and development are outlined, including ecosystem-based approaches, integrated land-use planning, the green and circular economy, and sustainable consumption and production. The role of different stakeholders, including governments, the private sector, and civil society, is also discussed. The chapter concludes with recommendations for policymakers and other stakeholders on effectively balancing environmental protection and development goals. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.
creator: Jaheer Mukthar K.P.; Singha S.; Singha R.; Hamdan A.
source: Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, Vol-538, pp. 1041-1050.
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 21984182
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Jaheer Mukthar K.P., Kristu Jayanti College Autonomous, Bengaluru, India; Singha S., Kristu Jayanti College Autonomous, Bengaluru, India; Singha R., Christ University, Bengaluru, India; Hamdan A., Ahlia University, Manama, Bahrain

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Travel and Tourism Industry of India and Middle East Nations
description: Travel and Tourism is one of the business sectors across the world that experienced a devastating effect of the Covid-19 Pandemic. All allied sectors of tourism were also affected by the pandemic in an unprecedented manner. The Tourism sector is one of the significant contributors to the GDP of many countries and the largest service industry, where a greater number of women and youth are employed. The Middle East nations and India which are highly reliant on international tourism for economic growth, have been seriously affected by the Pandemic. Apart from the mainstream, a large number of people are informally associated with the tourism sector for their livelihood all over the world. Tourism industry occupies a significant position in enhancing the demand for products and services from different sectors of the economy. In the post covid- period there is a drastic fall in the GDP contribution of the Tourism sector to the economy of Middle East countries and India. This chapter examines the impact of the Pandemic on the Travel & Tourism sector of Middle East nations and India, and proposes the strategies to overcome the present adversities and to revive the industry in the new normal situation even though there is uncertainty and challenges in the road ahead. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024.
creator: Elias I.P.
source: Political Economy of the Middle East, Vol-Part F3369, pp. 285-300.
publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 25228854
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Elias I.P., School of Business and Management, Christ University, Bangalore, India

Improvement in food preservation with nanozymes
subject: Antimicrobial activity; Food preservation; Food quality; Nanozymes; Smart packaging
description: To ensure safety, quality, and extended shelf life of perishable food products, food preservation is a critical aspect of food industries. Concerns regarding the potential health risks and loss of nutritional value of food because of traditional methods of preservation such as using chemical additives and high temperatures have set the need for finding alternative methods of preservation, for the betterment of health and the environment. Enzymes have the potential to kill microorganisms. Enzymes such as oxidases, peroxidases, hydrolases, catalases, and others have been extensively studied for their microbicidal activities. However, natural enzymes have shortfalls as they can be easily denatured and cannot be recycled. Nanozymes have gained the limelight in recent years as they can be applied in food industries to overcome the shortfalls of natural enzymes. They embody the highly beneficial properties of both enzymes and nanoparticles at the same time. Due to their enzyme-mimicking properties and versatile applications, nanozymes have become more popular in the last few years. Nanozymes have evolved as a promising alternative for food preservation and the detection of various contaminants in food. However, before the integration of nanozymes into the food industry, several factors such as their stability, biocompatibility, longevity, toxicity, cost-effectiveness, scalability, and regulatory approval need to be addressed. This chapter discusses the concept of nanozymes, its classification, and various applications in food industries specially designed for preservation of food products. 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved including those for text and data mining AI training and similar technologies.
creator: Sridhar A.; Sunil C.K.; Al-Khayri J.M.; Nagella P.
source: Nanozymes: Approachable Bio-applications, pp. 361-383.
publisher: Elsevier
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-044313788-4; 978-044313789-1
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Sridhar A., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India; Sunil C.K., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India; Al-Khayri J.M., Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Food Sciences, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia; Nagella P., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India

Food Security and Its Impact on Society: Cases of Developing World
subject: Food crisis; Global resources; Sustainable consumers
description: Food security is a matter of concern in the twenty-first century as is evident from the importance given to it in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Despite attempts to address food scarcity concerns at global conventions such as the World Food Summit of 1996, food remains scarce. Scholars further suggest that though food scarcity is a global issue, its roots and impact is local. Consequently, a study of food must study the major challenges that converge to undermine food security worldwide including conflicts, climate change, global policies and in recent times even the Covid 19 pandemic. However, at a fundamental level food scarcity is the by-product of not just a legacy of past failures to build more just, sustainable, and resilient food systems, but rather a by-product of our inability to be responsible and sustainable consumers. This chapter highlights that despite surplus food production, developing nations often face food insecurity owing to the diversion of food towards developed nations. These nations, instead of sharing global resources (including food and agricultural labour), often contribute towards the global food crisis. Moreover, some of these developed nations engage in an industrialised system of food produc-tion which might meet the nations food requirements but are not sustainable modes of production and pose a serious threat to the environment. Nevertheless, the indis-cretions of the developed nations affect the developing nations economically as well as socially. As social outcasts, marginalised communities and individuals within the developing world are worst affected. As a result, this chapter offers insight into the social struggle brought on by inaccessibility to food. The chapter further suggests that addressing concerns of food security is not only a matter of addressing the inequalities manifest in the production, distribution and consumption of food but also learning to be responsible and sustainable consumers. Simply sta…
creator: Marshal R.; Datta R.; Latha K.
source: Food Security in a Developing World: Status, Challenges, and Opportunities, pp. 101-115.
publisher: Springer Nature
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-303157283-8; 978-303157282-1
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Marshal R., Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore Yeshwanthpur Campus, Bangalore, India; Datta R., Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore Yeshwanthpur Campus, Bangalore, India; Latha K., Christ (Deemed to be University), Bangalore Yeshwanthpur Campus, Bangalore, India

Recent advances in cancer nanotheranostics
subject: biophysical chemistry; Cancer nanomedicine; drug delivery system; medical imaging; nanotechnology; spectroscopy; tumor
description: The innovative synthetic approaches coupled with bioengineering aptitude created multiple functional materials in the nanoscale dimension aiming for a combination of therapeutic and diagnostic capacities, often referred to as nanotheranostics. The diverse role played by nanomaterials has been broadly examined in biomedicine, especially in the disciplines of imaging and drug delivery. In this view, cancer is an intimidating foe to the entire human species by adopting various survival skills. Conventional therapies remain to be a failure in meeting the anticipations of the entire medical community. Stepping to the emphasis on cancer nanotheranostics, which requires more advancement to amalgamate and fine-tune diagnosis and therapy, has already attracted significant research interest among researchers in chemistry, material science, life science, and clinicians. Monitoring the therapeutic response in a real-time manner with the intelligent fabrication of nanotheranostic agents could strike down the daunting claws of cancer by facilitating personalized treatment approaches. Here, we aimed to portrait the key approaches and recent developments in nanotheranostics with a focus on its clinical impact in oncology. 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.
creator: Joseph M.M.; Maiti K.K.
source: Nanostructured Materials for Biomedical Applications, pp. 281-311.
publisher: Elsevier
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-032390838-2; 978-032390839-9
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Joseph M.M., Chemical Sciences & Technology Division (CSTD), CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science & Technology (CSIR-NIIST), Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, India, Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Maiti K.K., Chemical Sciences & Technology Division (CSTD), CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science & Technology (CSIR-NIIST), Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, India, Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), New Delhi, India

Traditional Ecological Knowledge Repository in the Indian Himalayas: An Overview
subject: Biodiversity; IHR; Indigenous peoples; Repository; Traditional ecological knowledge
description: Traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) refers to a body of informa-tion that is also referred to as local knowledge, traditional knowledge, native knowledge, and indigenous technological knowledge. A number of studies show the role of traditional ecological knowledge in decision-making in social-ecological systems that support sustainability and resilience. International agencies have also highlighted and emphasised the importance of TEK practises in the preservation of biological variation. For instance, the UN Convention on Biodiversity, Article 8 (j), makes it very plain that respect, maintain, and promote innovation and practises of indigenous and aboriginal populations connected with sustainable use of biolog-ical diversity are essential. The benefits of TEK for sustainable forest management were acknowledged in the 2005 Millennium Ecosystem Assessment Report by the World Bank. As environmentalists, anthropologists, and arborists share interests in TEK for academic, social, or economic reasons, this highlights the significance of TEK in difficulties relating to biodiversity protection. Numerous components of TEK are seen favourably by experts in fields of forestry, irrigation, architecture, ethno-biology, irrigation, agriculture, medicine, sun and water conservation, conventional weather prediction, adaptation to climate change, and disaster risk reduction. Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) is predominantly populated by indigenous peoples and local societies, which are quite diverse in terms of socio-culture and race. The region has nearly 40% of all of Indias indigenous tribes. This area is also special for its tradi-tional ecological knowledge. Many of the TEK-based practices have supported local communities in earning a livelihood. The indigenous peoples expertise and expe-riences are said to play a crucial part in preventing climate change, and they may give important information on the implications of climate change. Hence, sustaining biodiversity in the IHR i…
creator: Florence P.S.; Mishra A.
source: Addressing the Climate Crisis in the Indian Himalayas: Can Traditional Ecological Knowledge Help?, pp. 293-311.
publisher: Springer Nature
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-303150097-8; 978-303150096-1
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Florence P.S., School of Law, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India; Mishra A., School of Law, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India

Applications of artificial intelligence in Echo Global Logistics
subject: artificial intelligence; Echo Global Logistics; industrial internet of things; internet of things; supply chain operations; transportation management system (TMS)
description: Echo Global Logistics is a premier provider of business process outsourcing, using technology to meet its clients logistics and transportation needs. They deliver substantial transportation savings to clients while providing top-tier service, thanks to state-of-the-art web-based technologies, dedicated service teams, and significant purchasing power. The most significant business risk in 2023 will be supply chain interruptions, which can impact cash flow, growth, and shareholder value. Echo Global Logistics has introduced an innovative self-service website called Echo Ship, designed for shippers of less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments. Echo Ship simplifies LTL shipping with excellent visibility, outstanding functionality, and a quick, user-friendly design. Logistics is evolving at Echo Global Logistics, with patented technology incorporating the latest developments in the most flexible and reliable transport management system (TMS) currently available. This TMS is developed using Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and complex load-matching algorithms. Echos unique software is user-friendly, adaptable, and highly scalable, addressing the evolving needs of carriers and shippers regarding transportation management, enabling customers to move their goods swiftly, securely, and affordably. A transportation management company leverages AI to provide supply chain solutions that optimize transportation and logistics needs. The list of services also encompasses executive dashboard presentations, rate negotiation, transportation procurement, shipment execution and tracking, carrier management, carrier selection, reporting, compliance, and comprehensive shipment reports, Over the next five years, supply chain companies anticipate a twofold increase in the use of machine automation in their operations. Similarly, there is a projected 40% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next seven years, going from $1.67 billion in 2018 to $12.44 billion in 2024. Supply c…
creator: Chaurasia A.; Parashar B.; Kautish S.
source: Computational Intelligence Techniques for Sustainable Supply Chain Management, pp. 405-428.
publisher: Elsevier
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-044318464-2; 978-044318465-9
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Chaurasia A., School of Commerce, Finance and Accountancy Christ (Deemed to be University), Uttar Pradesh, Ghaziabad, India; Parashar B., VIT-Bhopal University, Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal, India; Kautish S., LBEF Campus (APU Malaysia) Kathmandu, Nepal, Model Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jammu and Kashmir, Jammu, India

Waste Management for Waste Entrepreneurship: An Emerging Concept
subject: Challenges; Circular economy; Entrepreneurs; Opportunities; Waste management
description: Since the very beginning of civilization, waste has always been an incessant problem and their management remains burdensome till date, as the rate of waste generation is increasing with the increase in population, land use and development of economy. Waste is generally considered as an unavoidable trash/nuisance with zero value and concerns which can be overruled by the waste management system. It is a well-organized holistic expensive process that includes segregation at sources, on-time collection, transportation, reuse, recycle, reprocess and disposal of the leftover materials into the landfills, which usually receives inadequate attention as public get easily acclimatized to live along with the generated wastes. Managing waste in an environmentally favorable, culturally acceptable and techno-economically feasible manner is a need in recent times. Society is in a need to think of ways to minimize and utilize waste for other uses. Understanding waste management in terms of its challenges involves knowledge dissemination to the public, waste prevention, valorization, responsible material production and packaging, maximum recycling, conservation of resources, enhancement of sustainability and reduction of greenhouse gasses. Opportunities in waste management could be achieved by exercising circular economy practices which reinforce environmental, societal and economic benefits. Role of entrepreneurs in the waste management system encompasses a cluster of skilled as well as unskilled workers, as it is a labor-intensive system. Entrepreneurs may invest money as well as infuse novel skills and technologies to transform trash into treasures. The efficacy and significance of waste management will eventually increase with the active participation of entrepreneurs. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.
creator: Umesh M.; Basheer T.; Sarojini S.; Santhosh A.S.; Suresh S.; James N.
source: Trash Or Treasure: Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Waste Management, pp. 231-253.
publisher: Springer Nature
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-303155131-4; 978-303155130-7
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Umesh M., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Basheer T., Waste Management Division, Integrated Rural Technology Centre (IRTC), Kerala, Palakkad, India; Sarojini S., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Santhosh A.S., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Suresh S., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; James N., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India

Autoimmune diseases and an approach to type 1 diabetes analysis using PSO, K-means, and silhouette values
subject: Autoimmune diseases; K-means; PSO; Silhouette coefficient; Type 1 diabetes
description: An estimated 50 million Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases, as per the report from AARDA (American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association). More than 30 million people suffer in India from type 1 diabetes. More than $100 billion is spent on healthcare for autoimmune diseases in America, more than for cancer healthcare. Host genes and environmental factors control autoimmune diseases, and typically they do not have any specific cure. This paper proposes an artificial intelligence-based framework for the initial prediction of autoimmune diseases. This work attempts to identify characteristics of autoimmune diseases, and it lists the commonly occurring autoimmune diseases, the organs attacked by them, and the different stages involved. It also seeks to identify ways to prioritize the severity of the patient's disease, for providing treatments based on the severity, with the goal of reducing the pressure on the healthcare sector. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease and identifying the risk associated with diabetes and other related health problems could help to improve health worldwide. This work proposes a framework while exploring autoimmune disease prediction using machine learning techniques. The autoimmune disease considered is type 1 diabetes. The usage of machine learning techniques can help to enhance patient care and early prediction. This research is an attempt to explore the possibilities and also to propose a framework for early prediction of type 1 diabetes. Clustering is performed using K-means and PSO K-means. Validation of the clusters is carried out using silhouette coefficient. 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved including those for text and data mining AI training and similar technologies.
creator: Goswami M.
source: Recent Trends in Swarm Intelligence Enabled Research for Engineering Applications, pp. 159-186.
publisher: Elsevier
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-044315533-8; 978-044315532-1
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Goswami M., CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India

Production of bioactive compounds from cell and organ cultures of Centella asiatica
subject: bioreactor; Centella asiatica; centellosides; elicitation; plant tissue culture
description: Centella asiatica, commonly known as mandukaparni, has garnered recognition for its efficacy in addressing a spectrum of health concerns. Its diverse pharmacological properties encompass roles in treating neuro-related issues, gastrointestinal problems, and cardiovascular conditions. Furthermore, it exhibits multifaceted therapeutic effects, including antioxidant, antidiabetic, wound healing, skin protective, and anti-osteoporotic properties. This herbaceous plant is rich in bioactive compounds such as centellosides (triterpene saponins) including madecassoside, madecassic acid, asiatic acid, and asiaticoside. These compounds, crucial for their pharmacological potential, are biosynthetically produced through the mevalonate and methylerythritol phosphate pathways. However, the challenge lies in the production of these important secondary metabolites, given the adverse impact on the availability of mandukaparni due to increasing demand. To address this concern, this chapter emphasizes the biotechnological interventions for the production of bioactive phytochemicals. These include plant tissue culture techniques, such as cell and organ cultures, along with elicitation strategies, genetic engineering approaches, and bioreactor-scale production. These methods aim to enhance the sustainable production of centellosides, providing valuable insights for researchers and paving the way for future opportunities in the field of plant-based therapeutics. 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved including those for text and data mining AI training and similar technologies.
creator: Vasantha V.L.; Sudheer W.N.; Al-Khayri J.M.; Jain S.M.; Nagella P.
source: Biotechnological Production of Bioactive Phytochemicals of Medicinal Value: a Comprehensive Treatise, pp. 585-603.
publisher: Elsevier
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-044321818-7; 978-044321819-4
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Vasantha V.L., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Sudheer W.N., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India; Al-Khayri J.M., Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Food Sciences, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia; Jain S.M., Department of Agricultural Sciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland; Nagella P., Department of Life Sciences, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Karnataka, Bangalore, India

A fuzzy soft coronavirus alarm model
subject: Covid-19 prediction; Fuzzy soft MCDM; PRONE index; Self-organization; Swarm intelligence and Covid
description: The entire world experienced a rampant outbreak of Covid-19 beginning in December 2019. The spread of this disease was so rapid and aggressive that many developed countries struggled to control it. However, some countries such as China and Australia have done a commendable job of controlling this virus. Various studies have been done in parallel to analyze strategies to curb the spread of the virus. In many locations, people displayed swarm intelligence. The collective behavior of people was mixed. Some people followed the instructions of the health authorities. In addition to the instructions, people in some localities developed self-organization to resist the spreading of the virus. This research work mainly focuses on the prediction of coronavirus spread in different districts of Kerala by use of a fuzzy approach as the fuzzy approach is considered the best tool that would not show imprecise data in any situation. The PRONE (Predicted Risk of New Event) indexing algorithm was used for finding the intensity of the spread in five districts of Kerala (Trivandrum, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Kannur, and Kasargod) and was evaluated under the input parameters of immunity of person, food habits, financial factors, and age with the total number of infected people as the output variable. An eight-step algorithm is provided to determine the PRONE index. Kasargod is more vulnerable to the virus. The final results show that this proposed model better predicts virus spread. 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved including those for text and data mining AI training and similar technologies.
creator: Kalayathankal S.J.; Sukumaran A.; Kureethara J.V.
source: Recent Trends in Swarm Intelligence Enabled Research for Engineering Applications, pp. 331-341.
publisher: Elsevier
date: 2024-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISBN: 978-044315533-8; 978-044315532-1
format: Online
language: English
type: Book chapter
coverage: Kalayathankal S.J., Jyothi Engineering College, Cheruthuruthy, Thrissur, India; Sukumaran A., Jyothi Engineering College, Cheruthuruthy, Thrissur, India; Kureethara J.V., Christ University, Bengaluru, India