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Renewable Musa Sapientum derived porous nano spheres for efficient energy storage devices
Biomass-based carbonaceous materials derived from Musa Sapientum have gained much attention in recent years for their application in energy storage devices, especially supercapacitors. In the present work, we synthesized carbonaceous material from banana peel as the biomass precursor by using a pyrolysis method carried out at various temperatures (600, 800, and 1000 C). The characterization of the prepared carbonaceous materials BP600, BP800 and BP1000 was done by using different characterization techniques such as FTIR, XRD, FE-SEM, and TEM, studies. The electrochemical study of the synthesized material was carried out by cyclic voltammetry (CV), galvanostatic charge-discharge (GCD) electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The supercapacitive performance of the material was studied using a 3-electrode system with 3M KOH as an electrolyte. As a result, the BP600 exhibited a better specific capacitance with higher energy and power densities along with a maximum cyclic stability of 16,000 cycles. To show the practical applicability of the material BP 600, two electrode system studies were carried out as well, which showed preferentially good values for specific capacitance with appreciable power and energy density values. The study provides us with a green approach for the fabrication of non-toxic, low-cost, and environmentally friendly potential porous carbonaceous electrode materials by converting bio-waste into a clean and renewable source of energy. 2024 The Author(s). Published by IOP Publishing Ltd. -
Repercussions of global turbulence and market volatility in spot & futures market: India preparedness
This article examines the repercussions of global turbulence and market volatility in Indian Capital market for the period spanning from January 1, 2003 to August 31, 2013 with a total of 2654 observations and it is broken into pre-crisis and post-crisis respectively. The study employed Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity (1,1) model to measure the volatility persistence by employing dummy variables. Cointegrating Regression Augmented Dickey Fuller (CRADF) and Vector Error Correction Model (VECM) was employed to investigate the casual nexus between spot and futures market in both short and long run equilibrium. The squared residuals of VECM were applied to investigate the lead-lag relationship between the bivariate variables. Our findings indicate that there was a significant change in the post crisis period for spot and futures market volatility. Our result suggests that nothing can be learned and new regulation can only do more harm. Apart from this, nobody knows which financial instrument will be at the centre of the next crisis. Overall, the comprehensive financial sector reform like Credit Default Swap, Valuation Assumptions and Basel II Accord can create more problems and make the investors more complex to meet the global challenges environment. IJER Serials Publications. -
Reportage of AFSPA incidents in mainstream media: Media shying away from criticising army /
The primary focus of the research work deals with the limited coverage of Armed Forces Special Powers Act by the National Media. Armed Forces Special Powers Act came into existence in the newly formed India in the year 1957. Media has been catering the interest of millions, but what about those sections of the Indian society which are suppressed by the imperialistic state apparatus? -
REPRESENTATION OF ALTERNATIVE SEXUALITIES IN THE MAINSTREAM HINDI CINEMA
Alternative sexuality comprised of all those people who falls under the categories of Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals and Transsexuals. This paper basically talks about how in many Hindi films, characters with alternative sexuality have been represented in a negative way. Mainstream Hindi cinema which is the most widely distributed cinema in the country has traditionally adopted an attitude of denial or mockery towards alternative sexuality. Representations of gays, lesbians and transsexuals have veered between the comic and the criminal. It can also be pointed out that there has been criminalization of sexual minorities in movies like Mahesh Bhatt??s ??Sadak?? and the overtly sensitive ??Tamanna??.Along with this, there are many examples of such movies where these people have been portrayed as deviant, victim or criminal which reflects the mentality of the society which is still in a deep-seated denial that there may be multiple forms of sexuality in a society. This study attempts to answer the question whether in majority of the Hindi movies, the characters of ??Alternative sexualities?? have been represented positively or negatively. While finding out the answer for this question, views and opinions of today??s youth from the age 18-30 is taken into account. The methodology that the researcher followed was based both on secondary and primary data. The researcher tried to collect data and information from various reliable sources like journals,websites,articles,movies etc.Along with this, the researcher also conducted a questionnaire kind of survey on a sample of cinema lovers on the age group 18 -30 years to find out their views regarding the representation of alternative sexualities in the Mainstream Hindi cinema. -
Representation of Cancer in the Digital Space
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REPRESENTATION OF CLASS STRUGGLE AND CLASS CONFLICT IN FILMS: A MARXIST ANALYSIS
Films represent society and in a society there is a struggle between people and classes made by the people. In any type of film there is an underlying philosophy. Marxist philosophy or Marxism came out of classical German philosophy and it has a strong presence in countries like Russia and India. Marxism deals with various ideologies like capitalism, class struggle, class conflict and economy struggle. The study aims to analyze the portrayal of those ideologies through two Russian and two Indian films by applying qualitative (content analysis and in depth interview) methodology. -
Representation of folk art in Malayalam cinema - A case study /
The purpose of the study is to find out the Portrayal of Folk art in Malayalam films in different aspects and Parameters. Kerala is a Land of Arts. There are many Art oriented films Malayalam Films. In that Folk Art oriented films are among them. The researcher has taken the movies Chayilyam, Kaliyattam and Pulijanmam for the research. -
Representation of moral crisis and social order across cultures An analysis of three texts goldings lord of the flies camus s the plague and U R Ananthamurthy s samskara
The growth of human civilization has always been accompanied by unexpected turns and twists caused by individuals and communities exhibiting inexplicable behavior. For every effort of greatness, there has been an equal amount of meanness and debauchery making the humankind more and more inscrutable. Human beings have defied all definitions about themselves and still go about with a perplexing image of both noble and brutal. They create a social order to ensure a newlinecohesive existence but end up breaking it, unable to face the moral crisis caused by the extreme turn of events. This study attempts to see the staging of human recovery from such situations through the fictional narratives of three writers belonging to three cultures and the crises faced by those societies, through a study of The Plague (1947 ) by the French writer, Albert Camus (1913 -1960 ), Lord of the Flies (1954) by the English writer, William Golding (1911 1993) newlineand Samskara (1965) by the Indian writer, U. R. Ananthamurthy (1932 - newline2014). newlineNo society or culture has escaped the throes of crisis be it moral, social, political or otherwise. The crisis that may be surmountable in one culture may shake the foundation of another. Of all the crises prevalent in society, one of the major causes for concern in the eyes of the participants newlineof the New Dialogue is moral crisis . Studies undertaken across the globe have thrown up the alarming fact that this is a crisis which could jolt the social order with its amoral way of thinking. America s moral integrity has been eroded by an anything goes culture abetted by the moral permissiveness of contemporary liberalism. The concern that the waning of tradition is giving way to moral confusion and anarchy is shared the world over including China and India despite their strong traditions. The reasons could be aplenty-ranging from the outbreak of wars, outbreak of epidemics and even crumbling of societies under the burden of orthodoxy of religion and caste. -
Representation of print media in films /
This research is a study on Representation of print media in films. Creating awareness about the representation is one of the objectives of the study. Before forming an opinion about the representation of print media in films it is important to know what those representations represent. Today there are online newspapers and it co-exists with the traditional print media. Thus the researcher has found it more important to study the portrayal of the print media in films in the context of todays time and space. The researcher is not trying to appeal that print media should be potrayed in a certain way. The research contains analysis some films to study the representation. Researcher is not being judgemental about the representations but only investigating what is the depiction of print media, journalists and professions in films as films are a different medium from print. -
REPRESENTATION OF SOCIAL AND RELIGIOUS ISSUES IN THE FILMS DIRECTED BY PRIYANANDANAN
The medium of film has been one of the most effective communication tools to the masses since its emergence. Film represents various kinds of issues and incidents in the society and acts as a reflection of reality to the people. One of the main issues which have been portrayed in many of the films is on social and religious issues which had affected the society in very diverse ways. Films works as a channel to show the audience how these issues occur and how it can be resolved. This study aims to find how Priyanandanan has represented these kinds of issues through his films to his audience using qualitative research methodology. -
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REPRESENTATION OF THE LIFE OF ISLAMIC WOMEN IN FILMS CONTRADICTORY TO ACTUAL ISLAMIC BELIEFS- A CASE STUDY ON FIVE MALAYALAM MOVIES
Capital Punishment is a much debated topic in the country and around the world. Films are a major of information where one can propagate an idea to a wide range of audience. Being a topic of general concern, it is important to discuss the relevance of capital punishment on screen (in a movie) and carry forth the happening debate on-screen. The paper tries to do a comparative study between English and Indian movies dealing with the topic. -
Representation of women in fairytales: A comparison between three literary texts and their movie adaptations /
Fairytales have been known to create a beautiful world around us. Children have read it or heard it as bed time stories which lead them to dream, create their own fantasies or become a princess who waits for her Prince Charming. Through the passage of time these fairytales have undergone numerous changes with each being of them being of great significance to the norms and culture in place for the society that was in place at the time. -
Representation of women in media: A case study on Japanese anime naruto and one piece /
It seems that as the first decade of the twenty-first century comes to close that the media is growing exponentially. Information is readily available at the touch of a button. This presents more opportunities than a company could possibly hope for to advertise. Most commonly the Japanese anime shows a woman whose body is being objectified in order to make it popular. -
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Reproductive health vs overall well-being: systematic review of studies on women migration and health care utilization
Purpose: Sustainable development goals (SDGs) recognize the importance and interrelation between health and migration. Women migration and health is well researched, yet less attention is paid to their healthcare utilization, especially with regard to overall health and well-being. This paper aims to highlight the gap in the existing literature on health care utilization by women migrants. Design/methodology/approach: A systematic review was carried out following the PRISMA guideline. For the review, the literature was taken from three electronic databases, which were Springer Link, Taylor and Francis and PubMed. From a total of 1,575 studies, seven studies cleared the eligibility screening. Findings: Of seven studies, five were found to focus on the sexual and reproductive health of the women migrants than their general health and well-being, and less attention is paid to health promotion and illness prevention beyond reproductive and sexual health. While, studies on general health have focused on the influence of health status on health care utilization and the influence of health insurance in health care utilization. The review has revealed the disparities faced by migrant women in different countries while seeking health care. Originality/value: Studies on women migration and health care utilization have largely focused on the reproductive and sexual health needs of women, and this overemphasis often undermines their accessibility and affordability to overall health and well-being. Therefore, the present study has moved away from the concept of sexual and reproductive health tot that of overall health and well-being of women migrants. 2021, Emerald Publishing Limited. -
Republic of India 1950
Republic of India, Inauguration Jan 26, 1950 stamp was originally issued on 26 January 1950. A new series of Postage stamps commemorating the inauguration of the republic of India was issued by the Indian Posts and Telegraphs department. A boy and a girl watching the procession of cavaliers carrying flags and blowing trumpets which herald India's attainment of full nationhood. This stamp was intended for Inland Postage. -
Rescue Operation with RF Pose Enabled Drones in Earthquake Zones
The main objective of this research is to use machine learning algorithms to locate people stranded by an earthquake or other big disasters. Disasters are often unpredictable, they can result in significant economic loss, and the survivors may struggle with despair and other mental health issues. The time, the victim's precise location, the possible condition of the victim, the resources and manpower on hand are the main challenges the rescue team must deal with. This article examines a model that gathers data and, using that data, predicts risk analysis and probability of finding the shortest distance to reach the person in need. Using a drone equipped with RF-pose technology and EHT sensors, it will be able to locate any individuals trapped inside a collapsed structure. To determine the dataset's extreme points and the shortest route to the victim's location by using the Dijkstra's algorithms. The primary aim of this article is to discuss the idea of applying these ML (Machine Learning) algorithms and creating a model that aids in rescuing those trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Devices that are part of the Internet of Things (IoT) have grown in popularity over the past few years as a result of their capacity for data collection and transmission. Particularly in disaster management, search and rescue operations, and other related disciplines, drones have shown to be useful IoT devices. These tools are perfect for emergency response circumstances because they can be utilized to access locations that are hard to get to or too dangerous for humans. Drones with cameras and other sensors can be used in disaster management to gather data in real-time on the severity of the damage caused by earthquakes and other disasters. The afflicted area may be mapped out with their help, and they can also be used to find survivors and spot dangerous places that should be avoided. The rescue operation can then be planned and the resource allocation made more efficient using this information. Drones can be used in search and rescue operations to find and follow people who are stuck or lost. Drones can be equipped with the RF-pose sensors used in the research described in the abstract to assist in locating people who are buried under debris. Thermal camera-equipped drones can also be used to locate people in low-light or night-time conditions by detecting their body heat. The capacity of drones to offer real-time data is one of the benefits particularly disaster management. 2023 IEEE. -
Research & development premium in the Indian equity market: An empirical study
This article aims to investigate the research and development (R&D) premium and explore the three most prominent asset pricing models: capital asset pricing and the three-and five-factor models (Fama & French, 1993; 2015). The results show that India's annualized average R&D premium is significantly higher than the existing value, market, profitability, size and investment premiums, implying that the R&D premium is a more significant concern for Indian investors, particularly for high R&D firms. It was also observed that by applying the GRS test and the Fama and MacBeth (1973) two-pass procedure, the R&D risk factor augmented the CAPM, FF3F and FF5F models outperforming the existing CAPM, FF3F and FF5F models, respectively. We can also report that R&D is, unquestionably, a priced ingredient and a critical factor in developing pricing models for developing markets such as India. The paper's conclusions add to the current literature in R&D and asset pricing and assist investment professionals in developing better investment and trading strategies. 2021 AESS Publications. All Rights Reserved. -
Research Advancements In Autism Spectrum Disorder Using Neuroimaging
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurological condition that manifests as a spectrum of symptoms at varying levels of severity.. Insufficient data and heterogeneous characteristics of ASD are the primary causes of it being a complex, challenging, and intriguing field of research. ASD is declared one of the fastest-growing mental disorders affecting the normal life of subjects at various levels of severity and stages of age. Recent research work observed a significant change in brain structure, functional connectivity, and network using neuroimaging resources. Each autistic brain is as unique as a fingerprint for typically developed subjects. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is accepted as an excellent diagnostic technology for numerous disorders with a satisfactory amount of information by medical experts. Cognitive deficits brain MRI modalities contain microscopic information, which is time-consuming and needs experts to interpret. Artificial intelligence (AI) strategies (Machine Learning and Deep Learning) are implemented with various imaging modalities to decrypt the information for diagnosis and to support computer-added solutions for appropriate treatment. The research aims to discover the various evolutionary impacts of artificial intelligence for the diagnosis of Autism syndrome disorder using neuroimaging. To automate the diagnosis using artificial intelligence methodologies, medical imaging has proved to be of immense use. Though neuroimaging and AI produced satisfactory diagnostic solutions for many mental disorders, research is required to explore the autistic brain for more neuroimaging information to be used for further investigation. Some of the Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for detection and training are also invented but not with the use of Neuroimaging. Autism is a neurological condition that affects the brain, and hence more research is advised using imaging and AI techniques to support the community to enjoy a normal life. 2023 American Institute of Physics Inc.. All rights reserved.