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Hilbert Space Methods for Partial Differential Equations
Authors: Showalter Ralph E.
Published: May 2023

This book is an outgrowth of a course which we have given almost periodically over the last eight years. It is addressed to beginning graduate students of mathematics, engineering, and the physical sciences. Thus, we have attempted to present it while presupposing a minimal background: the reader is assumed to have some prior acquaintance with the concepts of ``linear ''and ``continuous'' and also to believe (\L^2\) is complete. An undergraduate mathematics training through Lebesgue integration is an ideal background but we dare not assume it without turning away many of our best students. The formal prerequisite consists of a good advanced calculus course and a motivation to study partial differential equations.
Jeopolitik Güç Mücadelesi: Çin’in Doğu Akdeniz’deki Varlığı
Authors: DİZDAROĞLU Cihan
Published: May 2023

Bu makale Çin’in Doğu Akdeniz bölgesindeki varlığını inceleyerek, Çin dış politikasında yaşanan değişime paralel olarak artan bu etkinin Çin-ABD mücadelesine etkilerini sorgulamaktadır. Çin, dış politikasında her ne kadar farklı bölgeleri önceliklendirmiş olsa da son on yıldır artan şekilde Doğu Akdeniz bölgesinde de varlık göstermektedir. Enerji, ulaşım, teknoloji ve telekomünikasyon alanlarına yaptığı yatırımlardan başlayarak, bölgesel işbirliğine yönelik sektörel forumlar ve askeri tatbikatlar aracılığıyla da Çin bölgede nüfuzunu artırmaya çalışmaktadır. 20 ve 21. yüzyıllarda büyük güçlerin çekişme sahnelerinden birini oluşturan Doğu Akdeniz’de Çin’in izlediği politikalar, ABD’nin bölge ülkeleriyle kurduğu ilişkilere alternatifler sunmaktadır. Ayrıca, Çin-ABD arasında farklı bölgelerde devam eden jeopolitik güç mücadelesine yeni bir boyut daha eklemektedir. Bu makale, Çin’in Doğu Akdeniz bölgesinde izlediği stratejiler ile bölgenin “Kuşak ve Yol Girişimi” açısından önemini Nicholas Spykman’ın Kenar Kuşak (Rimland) teorisi çerçevesinde açıklamayı amaçlamaktadır.
Analysis of Factors Affecting Regional Financial Independence in the Framework of a Policy Strategy For Increasing Regional Original Income
Authors: Haptari Vissia Dewi , Ginting Ari Mulianta , Aritonang Ferdinand David
Published: May 2023

The regional autonomy policy, which is accompanied by the provision of balancing funds, has a goal, one of which is to have an impact on the financial independence of regency/municipal governments in Indonesia. The balancing funds provided should have an effect or have an impact on regional financial independence. This research is directed to see to what extent the relationship of fiscal decentralization can provide an increase in regional financial independence. Based on the results of the panel data regression analysis of the district/city data clusters, the results showed various results. In clusters I and IV, it shows that there is a positive and significant effect of the provision of balancing funds on regional financial independence. Meanwhile, based on the results of panel regression analysis in regencies/cities in cluster II, it shows that the provision of balancing funds has no significant effect on regional financial independence. The districts/cities in cluster III show that the balancing fund variable has a negative and significant influence on the financial independence of local governments. This implies that the provision of balancing funds for districts/cities in cluster III actually makes local governments dependent on transfer funds from the central government.
RFID Based For Biometric Voting Machine
Authors:   Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Paavai Engineering College, Namakkal, Tamilnadu, India., V Maheskumar , K Karthikeyan , P Chandru , M Gunaseelan , P Hemanth Kumar Reddy , S Vasundharadevi
Published: May 2023

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a current era that permits digital devices, software, sensors, vehicles, and home appliances to interconnect with networks and transfer data without human or computer intervention. However, the current electronic voting machines lack recent security measures that allow voters to verify their identity before casting their vote, which can lead to false voters casting duplicate or fake votes. To address this issue, a proposed system utilizes RFID and IoT to enhance security mechanisms in electronic voting machines. The system replaces the traditional voter ID with an active RFID tag that the system can scan and match with collected fingerprints. To verify their identity, the voter must scan their RFID tag and confirm their identity with their fingerprints. The voting machine includes an active reading device (reader) to read data on the RFID tag and a fingerprint scanner to capture fingerprints. If the fingerprints match against the database, the individual can cast their vote. In addition, the voting machine includes an LCD display to show the voter's relevant information from the database. This approach can help prevent illegal voting or impersonation since fingerprints are unique to each individual. This paper describes the layout and operation of a Smart Electronic Voting Machine the usage of Arduino UNO, RFID, to improve the election process by preventing electoral fraud and ensuring safety, security, reliability, and seamless conduct of elections in the country. The proposed solution involves the device communicating with the RFID tag. When the voter scans their RFID card, the controller verifies the ID, and if it matches, the LCD displays the result and enables the voter to cast their vote for the corresponding party. It is essential to ensure the secure implementation of the system.
Modeling of the Operational Parameters on the Performance of an Air Conditioning System
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Kampala International University, Uganda., Sangotayo Emmanuel O. , Nnamchi Stephen N. ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Kampala International University, Uganda., Mundu Mustafa M. ,   Department of Electrical Telecommunication and Computing, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Kampala International University, Uganda.
Published: May 2023

Heat and moisture are removed from occupied spaces by air conditioning systems. Air conditioners regulate moisture and temperature, and improve air quality. Human efficiency is dramatically boosted and worker's efficiency is affected by their work environment. Human being is more comfortable and productive with air conditioning. After a few years of excellent operation, the system began to fail, resulting in numerous resident complaints. The goal of this study is to establish operational characteristic models for an air conditioning system's performance in order to fulfill future client requirements. The inlet and output temperatures as a function of local time were measured for the LSBLG 1200/MCF model central water chiller air conditioning system. The COP and EER curves were examined. MiniTAB 16.0 was used to establish the characteristic curves and models, according to the findings. The regression models are statistically significant at 97.7 percent and 91.1 percent for p-value less than 0.05 and R2 , respectively. The COP and EER values were calculated, and it was determined that the best cooling occurred between 1 and 3 p.m. The chiller and cooling tower achieve maximum coefficients of performance (COP) of 52 and 20, respectively. The chiller and cooling tower have EER ratings of 177 and 68, respectively. Regression analysis is used to develop models that characterize the statistical relationship between operational parameters such as input and outlet temperatures as a function of local time and response variables such as COP and EER. The performance of the system can be monitored using existing models. Keywords: Modeling, operational parameters, performance, and air conditioning system.
R Statistics
Authors: Samuel D.K.
Published: May 2023

This book will help to learn people first steps, of R Statistics, this book contains the matter of R Statistics which is not available on the internet/print already. This book is fast paced, it is meant to be read sitting before a PC and to enter the commands.
Seed Processing: A Practical Approach
Authors: Mathad Rakesh C.
Published: May 2023

The book is an important publication featuring exhaustive technical information on practical aspects of seed processing. Some of these aspects are latest developments happening in vegetable seed industry and written by authors who are having immense experience of working in many national and multinational companies. This book help to prepare people associated with seed processing and offer great reference to academic, researchers and students who are studying courses in Seed Processing and Storage. This book serves as practical manual for these courses. • This book covers the following practical aspects and experimental techniques in seed processing with more emphasis on practical activity in each session: • Seed processing terminology and shop floor activities • Seed Extraction Methods and effect of physiological maturity on seed quality • Seed quality up-gradation by liquid density separation • Estimation of physical properties of Seeds by various methods • Method of seed blending and assessing mechanical injury after processing • Basic and advanced seed processing equipments • Standardization of screen sizes for seed processing and effect on seed quality • Importance of moisture in seed processing and Seed quality enhancement by use of spiral graders in soya bean • Seed drying, seed treating methods, equipments and evaluating the quality of treated seeds • Seed Priming and how to design a low cost drum seed priming unit • Study of packaging materials and fumigation • The relationship of seed moisture content and mechanical damage • Validating Harrington's rules for a particular area for seed storage • Quantification of seed processing efficiency (SPE) • Study of PPE and ESH in seed processing • Estimation of post harvest seed losses with management of stacking and the problem of “stackburn” The practical sessions contain data sheets to enter data after each experiment and provide detailed worksheets at the end of the manual
Seed Testing Techniques for Seed Spices
Authors: Yadav Sangeeta
Published: May 2023

Seed Testing Techniques for Seed Spices It is imperative to assess the seed quality with respect to field and laboratory standards as per Seed Act and ISTA rules. It is considered to be a boon in increasing the quality production and productivity of seed spices. The book entitled “Seed Testing Techniques for Seed Spices” will fulfill the long awaited need of researchers, students and progressive farmers. o Introduction o Notified Varieties o Seed and Seed Chain o Seed Sampling for Testing o Seed Standards o Physical Purity Test o Germination Test o Seed Viability Test o Seed Moisture Test o Seed Storage o Formats for Seed Analysis Report
Tea: Technological Initiatives
Authors: Baig Niladri
Published: May 2023

The book a consortium and provides adequate information derived from current research on tea and opens up new avenues for researchers as well as service for the tea growers, and offers solutions of persistent problems for policy makers. Colour photographs, useful diagrams have also been reproduced. This book has 10 chapters on VII different aspects. The first part deals with basic aspects on history and introduction with special reference to Darjeeling tea. Part II is devoted to the role of Small Tea Growers in Indian tea. The third part deals with Cultivation Practices. The forth part describes one of the important aspects of tea cultivation i.e., “Insect Pest Management and Pesticide Residue” in length. The part five describes research on Darjeeling tea and it’s contribution and impact. The part sixth describes health benefit of tea. Finally part seven deals with biotechnology on tea.
Temperate Horticulture: Current Scenario
Authors: Kishore D.K.
Published: May 2023

Temperate horticulture is a very important component of  horticulture as it is only confined to the hilly regions of a country.  For fruit crops, it represents a group, which is physiologically diverse from the sub-tropical and tropical fruit crops grown in other regions.  For vegetables and floriculture it has immense potential for the keeping the nation well supplied with off-season and exotic vegetables and flowers all the year round.   This book, being published to mark the centenary year of the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (1905 – 2005), strives to highlight the status of temperate horticulture in India.  Articles on biotechnological and bioinformatics, genetic resources and manipulation, cropping patterns, drip irrigation, hill horticulture and economics of temperate horticulture contributed by scientists from IARI, Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, NBPGR, CIPHET, CPRI and various RRS’s of IARI , NBPGR and ICAR Research Complex for Eastern and NEH Regions.     The book will prove as a complete handbook of temperate horticulture as it will not only serve as a reference material for research workers in horticulture, but will also play a vital role in combating problems and planning future strategies in the field of horticulture.
Research Methodology in Social Sciences
Authors: Patil Shridhar , k Aditya
Published: May 2023

The book clearly illustrates the fundamental concepts related to the aspect of social research in the context of Extension Education. The book is divided into 4 parts Foundations of social research deals with universal and basic units of social research like scientific approach, meaning, process and development of scientific research problem. It also deals with defining and measurement of variables and testing of reliability and validity of measuring instruments. Research Methods section deals with the three major research methods used in extension education/ Agricultural extension, namely Survey research, Action research and case study. This section discusses in detail the process, relative advantages and limitations of each of these three methods. There are numerous research methods used in social research. Tools and techniques of data collection deals with situation suitability, relative advantages and limitation of various data collections techniques like face to face interview, mailed questionnaire, observation method, content analysis, sociometry and projective methods. Data processing and report writing section deals with making the collected data amenable for statistical analysis i.e. coding. This section discusses in detail the various types of codes and their utility. It also deals with formulation and testing of hypothesis and writing of the research report.
Traditional Agricultural Practices: Applications and Technical Implementations
Authors: Rathakrishnan T.
Published: May 2023

Newer technologies for increasing agricultural production are now becoming available at a much faster rate. But the mechanism for transferring them to the uneducated and small producers in an effective manner does not exist. There is an urgent need for a communication network at the service of the poor farmers in our country like the global communication net work which makes the latest findings available without delay to research workers in any particular field. It is not only knowledge that is needed, but an approach which will be able to supply the right knowledge and tools to the right people, at the right time and above all at the right place. In developing countries, the other alternative viz., traditional methods have special advantages over modern agricultural techniques because: •  The capital and technological skill requirements in the use of traditional technologies are generally low. •  Their adoption often requires little restructure of the traditional societies. •  These traditional technologies are not other than the indigenous knowledge. •  By adopting such indigenous knowledge, our ancestors did not face any problem of large scale pest out break or economic crisis unlike the today's farmeThis book covers wide areas of traditional practices viz., traditional varieties, crop protection, crop management, storage structure, medicinal plants, farm tools, ethno veterinary practices, fisheries, post harvest techniques and other miscellaneous practices. The practices are rationalized and the rational practices will serve the scientists with new technology for test verification and to select the viable technology for field level recommendation. This book will serve as highly useful reference material to the community of scholars and scientific workers both in the laboratories and applied fields. This will set the phase for the future generation in this area.
Remote Sensing Applications in Dryland Natural Resource Management
Authors: Gaur Mahesh
Published: May 2023

Arid and semi-arid areas are now facing a threefold holistic crisis: economic, food, and climate. What has emerged from these crises is the vital importance of inter-linkages among them on the one hand, and the missed opportunities in putting these pieces together on the other. This book has tried to explore these challenges though in-depth discussions of the individual. It is anticipated to inspire a forward looking debate that looks at the lessons from the past and points to actions for the future. Expertise views have been shared scientists and persons of eminence on the national and state level challenges with futuristic remedial approaches.
The Pomegranate
Authors: Hiwale S.S.
Published: May 2023

The book is a new and important addition to Quranic Literature. It gives comprehensive information about the plant and animal species cited in the verses of Holy Quran with respect to their biological status, specific characteristics, economic importance and their roles played in evolution and development of human cultures. All the respective verses citing the names of plants and animals or their products have been mentioned in the book and commented upon. The assigning of the proper biological status to them and their specific description have in a better way clarified the events associated with them and the messages and lessons conveyed through them. The book shall prove very useful to the scholars of the Quran and other religious scriptures who integrate science and religion.
Tropical Fruits: Vol.02: Fruit Science Culture & Technology
Authors: Bal J.S.
Published: May 2023

The various aspects of fruit cultivation mainly covered are nutritive and cultural significance; origin, history, and distribution; taxonomical and botanical description; climatic and soil adaptability; propagation technology and rootstocks; plant and fruit physiology; recommended and popular cultivars; planning and planting; soil cultural practices technology - water need, nutritional need, weed control, inter culture; plant cultural practices technology - training and pruning, fruit thinning, fruit quality improvement, use of plant growth regulators; special problems; harvesting and production of fruits; post-harvest fruit technology; insect-pests and diseases management; marketing and export potential. Section-1 covers 5 leading tropical fruits of the country. Similarly, Section- 2 and Section- 3 each covers 2 tropical fruits in order of their importance. Scientists working in different Universities/Institutions and Research Stations have contributed chapter on fruit crops in their respective areas of specialization. The book will be highly beneficial to the graduate and post-graduate students in Fruit Science, fruit growers, scientists and extension workers.
Temperate Fruits: Vol.04: Fruit Science Culture & Technology
Authors: Bal J.S.
Published: May 2023

The various aspects of fruit cultivation mainly covered are nutritive and cultural significance; origin, history, and distribution; taxonomical and botanical description; climatic and soil adaptability; propagation technology and rootstocks; plant and fruit physiology; recommended and popular cultivars; planning and planting; soil cultural practices technology - water need, nutritional need, weed control, inter culture; plant cultural practices technology - training and pruning, fruit thinning ,fruit quality improvement, use of plant growth regulators; special problems; harvesting and production of fruits; post-harvest fruit technology; insect-pests and diseases management; marketing and export potential. Section-1 cover 1; section- 2 covers 5; section-3 covers 4 and section 4 cover 1 temperate fruits in order of their importance. Scientists working in different Universities/Institutions and Research Stations have contributed chapter on fruit crops in their respective areas of specialization. The book will be highly beneficial to the graduate and post-graduate students in Fruit Science, fruit growers, scientists and extension workers.
Traditional Organic Farming Practices
Authors: Somasundaram E.
Published: May 2023

Understanding the basic principles of organic agriculture is as much important as that of knowing the latest developments scenario in the field of agriculture. It is strenuous strive to keep pace with the progress of such a vast area like organic farming which is in practice throughout the globe. The budding farmer / scientist have to brace him with the fundamentals of organic agriculture. This book provides attention of one and all concerned to promote organic farming as a measure to provide the elutes to posterity and to save our farm land that we inherited from our forefathers from being degraded and made in to wastelands through our excessive interventions. Opportunity for employment generation in rural India and making the rural roles empowered to produce their farm inputs and a message to live healthy by eating organic food. In addition this publication guides the farmer interested in organic farming.
Remote Sensing in Geomorphology
Authors: Ramasamy SM
Published: May 2023

Geomorphology is the study of external landscape/architecture of earth's crust which stands as a testimony not only for the palaeo morphotectonic and morpho-dynamic activities but also the present day geological processes as well, thus making geomorphology significant in understand the hierarchical evolution of the earth and related resources, environment/ecosystems and disaster proneness.   With remote sensing deepening its roots in all fields, the scope of geomorphology too has phenomenally widened as fabrication and animation of modern geologic/geomorphic processes are being easily done by remote sensing.
Rural Livelihood and Food Security
Authors: Wani M.H.
Published: May 2023

The book is the compilation of the research work conducted at macro/micro levels by eminent scientists and teachers of the country with diverse specializations. These scientists/teachers have willingly contributed their work in the form of the articles to this volume addressing various dimensions of the food security and livelihood scenario in various states of the country and the country as a whole. The book is most relevant in the present day owing to the fact that the food security and livelihood is the priority issue confronting the country, as also it demonstrates the use of quantitative techniques in estimating demand and supply gaps. The strategies for conservation of the food energies through proper processing and their value addition for enhancing livelihood options has been taken care of. The nutritional demand-supply gaps, malnutrition and other related issues are also addressed comprehensively. The book is expected to serve as a reference material for the researchers, planners and the public representatives for understanding the conceptual frame of livelihood and food security besides devising pragmatic policies in achieving the food security through attainment of livelihood security at macro and micro levels.
Scientific Seed Production of Horticultural Crops
Authors: Jayanthi M. , Sumathi S. , Venudevan B.
Published: May 2023

The book has been prepared keeping in view the course requirements of seed science and technology for undergraduate students at various institutions. The large volumes of materials are available for this subject. An attempt has been made to consolidate the scattered information and presented in a simple format. This publication describes the procedures involved in the production of quality seeds of 40 horticultural crops. The techniques involved in the certified and foundation stages of seed production from seed selection to storage including the quality standards and appropriate storage methods are explained in detail in this publication. From this the readers will get knowledge about seed production of horticultural crops. It is hoped that the publication will be useful for vegetable seed growers, research workers, teachers, students, planners, NGOs and extension personnel. We hope that this book “Scientific Seed Production of Horticultural Crops” will be helpful to our readers of this subject.
Statistics and Computers for Animal and Veterinary Sciences: Fundamentals and Applications
Authors: Goel Rakesh
Published: May 2023

The present book has been well prepared to meet the requirements of the students of Animal and Veterinary Science, Animal Biotechnology and other related fields. The book will serve as a text book not only for students in Veterinary science but also for those who want to know “What statistics in all about” or who need to be familiar with at least the language and fundamental concepts of statistics. The book will serve well to build necessary background for those who will take more advanced courses in statistics including the specialized applications. The salient features are: • The book has been designed in accordance with the new VCI syllabus, 2016 (MSVE-2016). • The book will be very useful for students of SAU's/ICAR institutes and those preparing for JRF/SRF/various competitive examinations. • Each chapter of this book contains complete self explanatory theory and a fairly number of solved examples. • Solved examples for each topic are given in an elegant and more interesting way to make the users understand them easily. • Subject matter has been explained in a simple way that the students can easily understand and feel encouraged to solve questions themselves given in unsolved problems.
Seed Technology: Progress and Recent Advances
Authors: Patel J.B. , Vaddoria M.A.
Published: May 2023

This book entitled “Seed Technology: Progress and Recent Advances” have been formulated to help the reader in acquiring the knowledge of Seed archaeology, Seed germination, Seed vigour testing, Seed certification and testing of genuineness of varieties through morphological, biochemical and molecular markers, advances in hybrid seed production, advances in plant pathology, advances in entomology, advances in seed enhancement techniques like, seed pelleting, seed coating, seed hardening, synthetic seed, etc. It also includes the area of applied science and covers the area of organic seed production, seed banks, seed legislation and law governing the seed production. The book would be also useful and instructive to students and researchers in the field of Seed Science and Technology in an efficient way.
Soil Sampling and Methods of Analysis
Authors: Pal Sushant
Published: May 2023

Soil Science is an important and basic science in agriculture which deals with different domains of soil research namely, soil formation, genesis and classification, soil physics, soil chemistry, soil fertility and plant nutrition, soil biology, etc. Characterization as well as our understanding of soils requires that they are precisely analysed and described. While the physical properties of soils determine their adaptability to cultivation, chemical properties tells about their chemical environment and nutrient status to the crop production - the most important use of soils on this densely populated planet. Determination of different soil physical and chemical properties in the field or in the laboratory following suitable analytical methods is first step towards appropriate soil managements and scientific recommendations for increasing crop production.
Question Bank in Plant Sciences
Authors: Patel Akshay I.
Published: May 2023

This book aimed at learning various aspects / disciplines covered under the very broad / plethora of plant sciences facts and figures. The primary objective of this compilation is to help students analyse their knowledge of plants in context to cell biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics, breeding, plant physiology, medicinal and aromatic plants along with botany. With the vast and enormous explosion of information available in plant sciences and allied disciplines, exam patterns are totally oriented towards multiple choice questions and objective type questions, as it is more reliable, precise and easier.
Solving The Pulses Crisis
Authors: Singh Anil , Gangwar B.
Published: May 2023

India has achieved self sufficiency in food grain production in recent years with record production of 250 mt during 2011-12. However, the pulses production remained low and considered to be the major concern for researchers and development planners. Considering the much more importance in near future and to avoid pulses crisis situation, the present attempt was made to compile the available scientific information, so as to highlight the issues, technologies and strategies in the title of "Solving Pulses Crisis" in India. The publication is divided into two parts. The first part deals national issues, technologies and strategies while the second part deals with crop based issue and technologies. The first part consists of 13 s. The first three s deals with pulses related national issues, technologies and strategies including NEH region too. The IV deals with crop diversification involving pulses while V focused on pulses production under organic system. The issues related to legumes as a nutrient supplement in VI, tillage and crop establishment in VII water management in pulses in VIII and Integrated nutrient management in IX are discussed in detail. The aspects of weed and pest management are presented in X to XI, respectively. The specific issues related to post harvest, value addition are discussed in XII, while trade related policy issues are focused in XIII. In part second, the crop issues, strategies and technologies are presented. Accordingly, XIV deals with pigeonpea while in XV issues related to greengram and black gram are discussed. The XVI to XIX deals with chickpea, lentil, field pea and lathyrus while in XX the issues technologies and prospects of Guar are discussed. In last XXI the issues and technologies related to arid legumes (mothbean, cowpea and horsegram) with special reference to arid areas are discussed. Hopefully, the publication will prove to be a reference and a way forward for solving pulses crisis in India and achieving the targets matching with food production strategies in years to come.
Statistical Designs and Analysis for Agricultural Field Experiments
Authors: Katyal Vijay , Hegde D.M.
Published: May 2023

The book is written in easy to understand language, in short paragraphs and is fully supported by adequate examples. The book consists of 11 chapters.
Safety and Quality Management in Food Supply Chain: A Farm To Fork Approach)
Authors: Sudheer K.P , Lakshmanan Bindu
Published: May 2023

Food safety and quality is a matter of international significance and a responsibility of food processors and governments in the global food supply chain. Technological interventions in food  quality  analysis  and  safety  detection  are  advancing  at  tremendous  rates.  A comprehensive documentation to create awareness, to implement strategies and to fill up the void in   research and development in safety of foods of plant and animal origin is a long standing demand of scientific and industrial communities. In this context, it is essential that the current procedures and protocols in the areas of safety and quality analysis/detection be made  available  in  an  easy  to  read  format  for  the  benefit  of  the  students,  analysts  and researchers.The disciplinary background of the contributors range from Food Engineering, Post-harvest Technology, Food technology, Food Microbiology, Meat Technology, Veterinary Public health, Biotechnology,  Biochemistry,  Food  Packaging  and  Quality  management,  to  Community science. It covers the most common and new techniques in safety and quality analysis while addressing the relevant food safety and quality issues. Besides compiling the safety aspects of various food products viz: cereals, fruits and vegetables, milk, meat, fish, water, bakery and confectionery, this book also documents the rules, regulation and certification associated with food industry. We are sure this book will be a good reading material for academia and industry in food processing sector.
Soil Microbiology
Authors: Thamizh Vendan R. , Balachandar D.
Published: May 2023

Soil Microbiology deals with fundamental aspects of microorganisms, their relationships to agriculture with an emphasis on improving the soil fertility and crop yields, biodegradation of crop residues, and combating pests and diseases. A fascinating and relatively interesting area of this Microbiology is the study of how these tiny life forms communicate and interact with each other in the soil environment. Soil microorganisms play essential roles in the nutrient cycling that are fundamental to life on the planet. The book covers the syllabus of various Universities, both undergraduate and postgraduate and the information presented in the book will fulfill the need. The text is clear and simple, which is explained through various diagrams. It is believed that the publication is needful not only to the students but also to the academic professionals.
Radio Tracer Techniques for Agriculturists and Biologists
Authors: Golakiya B.A.
Published: May 2023

"The book entitled Radio Tracer Techniques for Agriculturists and Biologist narrates the fundamentals and principles behind radio tracer techniques. Its application in agriculture and biological sciences and also the instrumentation and laboratory set up with safety aspects required to be followed while working with radio active substances. This is a comprehensive collection useful to all concerned with radio tracers."
Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management
Authors: Nanwal R.K.
Published: May 2023

The book is designed primarily for the students of agriculture as per the syllabus laid out by the 5th Dean’s Committee and as accepted by the ICAR. The syllabus is being followed by all agricultural universities in India. The book will cater the need of the students about rainfed agriculture. The chapters of this book have been selected and arranged in such a manner as to lead the students through the entire gamut of rainfed agriculture both theory and practical. It is supported by suitable examples and diagrams. The broad chapters included in the book are: Rainfed agriculture: Introduction, types, characteristics, distribution and importance; History of rainfed agriculture & watershed in India; Problems and prospects of rainfed agriculture in India ; Soil and climatic conditions prevalent in rainfed areas; Drought: types, effect of water deficit on physio- morphological characteristics of the plants, Mechanism of crop adaptation under moisture deficit condition; Water harvesting: importance, its techniques, Efficient utilization of water through soil and crop management practices, Study of mulches and antitranspirants; Management of crops in rainfed areas; Contingent crop planning for aberrant weather conditions; Concept, objective, principles and components of watershed management, factors affecting watershed management; Integrated watershed development. The need for comprehensive information on rainfed farming relevant to undergraduate and postgraduate students of agriculture has been felt for quite some time. The advanced, diverse and need-based topics have been together for a systematic and comprehensive reading by the students and faculty in agriculture. The materials on subject matter is set forth in such a manner and order as to enable them to better understand and follow to a reasonable degree of uniformity and their approach to the problems of rainfed agriculture.
Rainfed Agriculture: Principles and Practices
Authors: Jayadeva H.M. , Ramachandrappa B.K.
Published: May 2023

The book makes an earnest  attempt  to  include  various  issues  related  to  Rainfed  Agriculture  viz.  soil  and  water conservation, drought management strategies, rain water harvesting, crops and cropping  system  for  dryland  agriculture,  conservation  agriculture,  climate- smart agriculture and watershed management as per the recommendation of fifth Dean's Committee of Indian Council of Agricultural Research has been presented. The subject matter is both narrative and critical. Illustrations have been added to make the subject matter more clear.
Soil Quality and Pesticide Residue Analysis
Authors: Prasad Mahendra , Koli Pushpendra
Published: May 2023

This book includes the techniques of soil quality and pesticide residue analysis in field of forage science. The collection and compilation of laboratory methods and techniques from various concrete sources and has been endeavored to include as much information as could be possible. It covers latest methods and interpretations from sampling to testing platforms. Provides detailed testing protocols and quality assurance protocols. This book helps the young researchers, scientists, students of M.Sc. and Ph.D. in field of soil science and pesticide residue analysis.
Stem Cell Research in Lab Animals
Authors: Maiti Swapan
Published: May 2023

This book covers most of the topics with latest information on stem cell in general and mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) research in particular. The book is divided into 17 chapters covering almost all aspect of stem cell technology including definition of different types of stem cells, isolation of MSC from different animals, culture and characteristics of mesenchymal stem cell, osteoinduction potential of MSC, protocol for isolation of bone marrow derived MSC, fat derived MSC, embryonic stem cells (ESC), protocol for MSC passaging. This book also includes different research findings on application of bioengineered stem cell technologies in skin wound healing, burn wound healing, critical bone defect healing, large bone defect healing, corneal wound healing and in liver regeneration. The main objective of this book is to provide the latest information to meet the requirements of not only undergraduate and post graduates research scholars but also to the teachers, biologists and clinician involved in animal treatment and research. With more than 150 good quality colour photographs of stem cell isolation, stem cell culture, stem cell morphology, stem cell characteristics and stem cell application in different surgical interventions.
Text Book on Environmental Science
Authors: Sivashanmugam P.
Published: May 2023

The book on Textbook on Environmental Science will provide complete overview of the status and role of various resources on environment, environmental awareness and protection. With a holistic and simple approach on various factors for undergraduate and post graduate level, the book will prove useful for all concerned with environmental sciences. All efforts have been made to cover the present topics on environmental issues with adequate and relevant examples.
Tractors and Agricultural Machinery: 2Nd Fully Revised and Updated Edition
Authors: Srinivasan K.
Published: May 2023

This fully revised and uated second edition contains uated information on working of different subassemblies that make a tractor. Uses of tractor for various agricultural and non agricultural operations are vividly described. Besides, uates are also incorporated on various implements, equipment and machinery developed in India for different agricultural operations, viz,. land preparation, sowing/planting, weeding, plant protection, harvest threshing, post harvest and agro-processing. Information on agriculture relation sections like special tools and equipment used in horticulture, water lifting devices, calibration of seed drills has also been given. The first edition was widely used as a standard reference book for graduate students in agricultural engineering and regular engineering colleges. The present edition would also serve the same purpose and can be used as a ready reference for the teaching staff in educational institutions and testing institutions, extension workers, scientists and farmers.
Traditional Foods and Nutritional Security
Authors: Agrawal Renu
Published: May 2023

The book aims at creating awareness in nutrition security management and the relation with traditional practices in food. It has also dealt with the progress made  on  the  ways  of  Nutrition  security  and  different  aspects  of  traditional foods.  It  is  the  various  plant  and  animal  systems  which  are  the  reservoirs of  fibre,  proteins,  vitamins,  minerals,  antioxidants,  lipids,  flavourants  and essential phyto-chemicals. The intake of balanced diet can provide nutrition security.  Consumers  around  the  world  have  been  preparing  food  items  for balanced diet which has a direct link towards good human health. The book is very interesting in bridging the traditional foods and their use in nutritional security as it covers the coherence of food supply policies with respect to nutrition and food security. The book has been divided into 13 chapters covering various aspects including those flavouring agents, the principle behind the preparations of the foods, functions of these foods, nutritional value, fortification of foods and policy issues for Nutritional Security  and  the  role  of  FAO  and  WHO.  Importance  of  traditional  Spices in  Foods  for  Nutritional  security  has  been  written  in  a  very  comprehensive manner. This book provides a very comprehensive review starting from the introduction of nutrition s
Robotics in Agriculture
Authors: Singh Rajesh , Gehlot Anita
Published: May 2023

This book is a platform for anyone who wishes to explore robotics in the field of agriculture and broaden their understanding and its uses. This book offers an expert system with proper examples to understand. The book also covers the basics of robotics with example so that anyone can easily understand the concept. The book is divided into fifteen chapters and explores the areas where robotics can play an important role to enhance the efficiency and productivity in agricultural field. After reading this book, you'll understand what robotics is, where it is applicable, and what are its different branches, which can be useful in different scenarios.
Soil Chemistry and Plant Nutrients (Recommended Text As Per5Th Deans Committee)
Authors: Sukul Premasis
Published: May 2023

"This book is primarily supposed to be used as a textbook on Soil Chemistry and Plant Nutrients. This has been written to fulfil the requirements of the students studying agriculture at the undergraduate level of all agricultural Universities or other educational institutes in India and abroad. However, postgraduate student and research scholars of soil science and allied field may also equally be benefitted. This book is dealing with fourteen chapters covering chemical and elemental composition of Earth and Earth crust; rocks and minerals, their weathering processes leading to soil formation; soil reactions (pH) and its buffering capacity; soil organic matter; inorganic soil colloids such as silicate clays and others; essential plant nutrients, their sources and transformation chemistry in soil; organic manures, chemical fertilizers and biofertilizers, ion exchange reactions and chemical equilibria in soil, soil biology and chemistry of related soil processes; soil erosion and its impact on soil fertility; problem soils such as acid soil, salt-affected soil, submerged or waterlogged soil. All these aspects have been dealt from chemistry point of view with sufficient explanation and mechanisms of certain processes, wherever it is applicable, in order to make the subject more meaningful, logical, simple, and understandable to the learners as well as the teachers. Finally, it deals with present day burning issue of environmental pollution due to intensive and extensive agricultural practices leading to soil contamination with pesticides, fertilizers, and other hazardous compounds which, in turn, cause air and water pollution too. With my vast teaching and research experience that started from 1985, The book has been prepared in such a manner that students may find their all sorts of queries in soil science from chemistry point of view through a holistic approach. The chapters have been arranged systematically, so that the readers will enter the domain of soil chemistry in a proper way step by step. Model questions, both subjective and objective type, have been incorporated at the end of each chapter; so that students may be able to get an idea about the pattern of questions which are being asked during various competitive examinations."
NGHIÊN CỨU THỰC NGHIỆM SỰ LÀM VIỆC CỦA DẦM BÊ TÔNG
CÁT NHIỄM MẶN CỐT THÉP PHỦ SƠN EPOXY
Authors: Nguyễn Nam Thắng , Phan Văn Chương , Phạm Trung Thành
Published: May 2023

This paper presents the results of comparing the instantaneous working performance in the period before the plastic reinforcement, of the saline aggregate reinforced concrete beams and the clean sand aggregate reinforced concrete beams. The authors performed theoretical and experimental calculations on the bearing capacity of three pairs of beams (salinated sand beams – clean sand beams) corresponding to concrete with strength levels B20, B30 and B45. Concrete with salt-contaminated sand aggregates using corrosion inhibitors and reinforced steel is coated with epoxy coating with thickness 175±18µm. Saline sand aggregates Thuan An - Hue, Tra Khuc - Quang Ngai and Bai Dai - Van Don (Quang Ninh), clean sand aggregates are Song Lo yellow sand. Concrete beams are calculated according to TCVN 5574-2018 standard and tested according to TCVN 9347-2012.
In Parallel
Authors: Weir Grace
Published: May 2023

The film 'In Parallel' begins with the drawing of a straight line and is an exploration of Euclid’s Elements, a geometry book written in c.300BC. Second only to the Bible, in the number of editions published on the invention of the printing press, it has been influential in both mathematics and philosophy through the axiomatic structures that Euclid's work introduced.
Referencing a particular edition by Oliver Byrne published in 1847 that involved for the first time a graphic conception, the film considers the history of the concept of a parallel line. Through a sequence of coloured drawn geometrical propositions including the vanishing point of linear perspective, the film reflects on how the shapes of thought in which our beliefs are expressed affect our perception of ourselves within our environment.
Living in the event of technology
Authors: Schirmacher Wolfgang
Published: May 2023

In this essay Wolfgang Schirmacher argues for an approach that perceives technology as an event, as a happening that is concealed and yet obvious. His position can be distinguished in two ways. To Schirmacher our present understanding is governed by the bias that technology is a means to an end, what Martin Heidegger referred to as Gestell, or (technological) enframing. In Schirmacher’s view such a craft or tool-oriented approach is upheld by a technological-scientific world-view that is characterised by its “mad attempt to deny the world in which we live.” On the other hand Schirmacher goes beyond Heidegger’s view by claiming that technology should be perceived as an event rather than as simply a frame. In this manner we are enabled to grasp the technological phenomenon as a cosmic relation manifest in our lived experience.
After religion: the commitment and love of This Life
Authors: Fjeld Torgeir
Published: May 2023

Review of Hägglund, Martin (2019), This Life: secular faith and spiritual freedom, Anchor Books: New York.