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PKM – Workshop Peningkatan Kapasitas dan Pemahaman Kemampuan Penelitian Tindakan Kelas bagi Guru Sekolah di Kabupaten Lebak
Authors: Karyaningsih Dentik
Published: August 2023

The objective of this activity is to improve the understanding and abilities of teachers in conducting classroom action research as a means to enhance the quality of education in schools. The workshop was conducted over two days and involved 30 participants from various schools in Lebak Regency. The results of this activity show that the workshop successfully increased the participants' capacity and understanding of classroom action research. Through pre-test and post-test assessments, a significant improvement was observed in the participants' comprehension of the concepts and steps involved in conducting classroom action research. The workshop materials, presented by competent facilitators using interactive and participative methods, provided a positive learning experience for the participants. The participants expressed their appreciation for the workshop and felt more prepared and confident in implementing classroom action research in their respective schools. The workshop achieved its intended objectives and brought positive benefits to the participants in enhancing the quality of education in Lebak Regency. In conclusion, this workshop successfully enhanced the capacity and understanding of classroom action research skills for school teachers in Lebak Regency. The workshop contributed positively to the development of education in the region and is expected to serve as a foundation for similar activities in the future, continually improving the quality of education and teacher competencies in Lebak Regency.
Program Peningkatan Kecakapan Hidup Berbasis Vocational Skill Untuk Membangun Jawa Wirausaha Mahasiswa Semester Akhir Mahasiswa Universitas Mathla'ul Anwar Banten
Authors: Wijaya Susilawati , Rizky Robby , Yunita Ayu mira , Hakim Zaenal , Heri Wibowo Andrianto , Gilar Pratama Aghi , Sugiarto Agung , Setyowati Sri , Nuraflian susanti Ervi , Nailul wardah Neli , Sujai Lili
Published: August 2023

The community engagement project titled "Program Peningkatan Kecakapan Hidup Berbasis Vocational Skill Untuk Membangun Jiwa Wirausaha Mahasiswa Semester Akhir Mahasiswa Universitas Mathla'ul Anwar Banten" aimed to enhance the life skills and foster an entrepreneurial mindset among final semester students at Universitas Mathla'ul Anwar Banten. The project addressed the need for preparing students to be competent and competitive in the dynamic job market, equipping them with vocational skills and instilling an entrepreneurial spirit to encourage self-employment and job creation. The project utilized a workshop-based approach, targeting 25 final semester students who demonstrated an interest in entrepreneurship. Pre-test and post-test assessments were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the workshop in improving participants' knowledge and skills related to life skills and entrepreneurship. The workshop focused on practical skill development through simulations, case studies, and group discussions, alongside providing insights into market understanding, business management, and financial literacy. The results of the project showed a significant improvement in participants' understanding of vocational skills and entrepreneurship, as evidenced by the post-test scores. The workshop succeeded in enhancing the participants' confidence and preparedness to face entrepreneurial challenges. Participants were motivated to explore business opportunities and recognize their potential to contribute to the local economy. Moreover, the workshop facilitated collaborative learning and encouraged participants to share ideas and experiences, fostering a supportive environment for entrepreneurial development. The project emphasized creative thinking and problem-solving, equipping participants with essential skills needed for entrepreneurial ventures. In conclusion, the community engagement project "Program Peningkatan Kecakapan Hidup Berbasis Vocational Skill Untuk Membangun Jiwa Wirausaha Mahasiswa Semester Akhir Mahasiswa Universitas Mathla'ul Anwar Banten" successfully achieved its objectives in improving life skills and cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset among final semester students. The project highlights the significance of vocational skill development and entrepreneurial spirit in preparing graduates for the job market and encouraging self-employment. The workshop's positive impact emphasizes the need for continuous efforts to support the development of competitive and innovative human resources, contributing to the advancement of both individuals and the community.
English for Tourism : Peningkatan Kemampuan Komunikasi Bahasa Inggris Bagi Anggota Geopark Youth Forum Kabupaten Lebak
Authors: Sumedi Siti Hanna , Pravitasari Hikmah
Published: August 2023

Improving English language communication skills is crucial for members of the Geopark Youth Forum (GYF) in Kabupaten Lebak to face the growing tourism sector. This study aims to conduct a community engagement program entitled "English for Tourism: Enhancing English Communication Skills for Members of the Geopark Youth Forum Kabupaten Lebak" to enhance the quality of tourism services through improved English language proficiency. The community engagement program includes an "English for Tourism" workshop that covers tourism-related vocabulary, daily conversations with tourists, and presentation of tourist attraction Geopark Bayah Dome. The implementation method involves needs analysis, curriculum development, facilitator training, pre-test, and post-test evaluation to measure the participants' progress in language proficiency. The results of the community engagement program indicate a significant improvement in the English language communication skills of GYF participants in Kabupaten Lebak. Pre-test and post-test scores show an average increase of 30 points in English language proficiency, showing the workshop's success in enhancing language skills. Participant evaluations also indicate that the workshop provides tangible benefits, boosting their confidence in speaking English and enhancing their understanding of tourism-related terms. This community engagement program is expected to make a positive contribution to the development of the tourism sector in the region of Kabupaten Lebak. As English communication skills of the participants improved, GYF members can provide better services to foreign tourists, elevate tourists' experiences in the region, and support the development of tourism potential. Furthermore, the successful implementation of this program emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the university and stakeholders in supporting community development and the tourism sector in Kabupaten Lebak.
Program PendampinganMahasiswa Pada PembuatanNaskah Tutorial Media Pembelajaran Matematika Berbasis Aplikasi
Authors: Sofwan Tb , Oktaviyanthi Rina
Published: August 2023

The use of mathematics learning media based on applications and online platforms has grown rapidly during the Covid-19 pandemic. Three years have passed, and the post-Covid-19 pandemic learning trend is conducted through blended learning or hybrid learning. Referring to this condition, both educators and prospective educators, including mathematics educators, need to respond to the needs of using mathematics learning media involving technology by preparing the best possible supporting tools such as teaching modules and application usage tutorials. In practice, the compilation of these tutorial scripts has been widely done, but those that adapt the content and objectives of mathematics learning in junior high schools and high schools made by prospective mathematics teachers is still very limited. Therefore, it is necessary to provide guidance to prospective mathematics teacher students in creating tutorial scripts for mathematics learning media based on applications. This guidance activity is carried out using the Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) method, which is divided into three stages: (1) the initial stage where the executing team formulates the activity scenario and presentation materials as well as examples of simulations to be delivered, (2) the core stage where the delivery of theory and practice activities is carried out, and (3) the final stage where the executing team evaluates the guidance activities, including assessing the participants' performance and their responses to the activities. In general, the success target of the guidance is achieved on average above 50%. A total of 11 out of 21 participants in the guidance, or 52%, fulfilled both completion indicators of the guidance, namely creating tutorial scripts and presentation videos.
Impact of Fundamental and Macroeconomic Factors on Stock Returns: A Study on Cement Industry in Bangladesh
Authors:   Department of Finance and Banking, Faculty of Business Administration, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, Trishal, Mymensingh-2224, Bangladesh., Rahman Md. Habibur , Shaha Krishna ,   Department of Finance and Banking, Faculty of Business Administration, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, Trishal, Mymensingh-2224, Bangladesh.
Published: August 2023

The main aim of this research is to figure out how fundamental and macroeconomic factors affect stock returns in Bangladesh. Five companies out of seven that are listed on the DSE and are part of the cement industry were randomly selected for this purpose. The companies involved are Heidelberg Cement Bangladesh Limited, Lafarge Holcim Bangladesh Limited, Premier Cement Mills Limited, Crown Cement PLC, and Meghna Cement Mills Limited. All the data were gathered as time series on a monthly basis, spanning the years 2012 through 2021. For the sake of the study's objective, some fundamental and macroeconomic factors are identified and incorporated into the framework of multiple regressions. In addition to these fundamental factors, which include debt to equity, return on asset (ROA), return on equity (ROE), price earnings (P/E) ratio, and earnings per share (EPS), macroeconomic factors, e.g., inflation (INF), gross domestic product (GDP), interest rate (INT), money supply (M2), foreign direct investment (FDI), and exchange rate (EX), are also considered. According to the study's overall findings, among key variables, Lafarge Holcim Bangladesh Ltd. and Heidelberg Cement Bangladesh Limited both had positive and statistically significant EPS and PE ratios, whereas Crown Cement PLC only had a positive and statistically significant PE ratio. However, only inflation was determined to have a negative and statistically significant effect on Meghna Cement Mills Ltd. among all sample companies. None of the fundamental or macroeconomic factors was found to be statistically significant in the case of Premier Cement Mills Limited. Since it includes a wide range of macroeconomic variables in addition to the selected fundamental variables, this study stands out from others for listed firms within the cement industry of DSE, Bangladesh. Such a study would be more beneficial if it took into account more exogenous variables and stocks that are listed in or outside of this sector. This study's entire data analysis was carried out with the use of the statistical software Eviews version 10.
Çocukların Ekran Kullanım Sürelerinin Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu Semptomlarındaki Etkisine Yönelik Yapılan Çalışmaların İncelenmesi
Authors: Torun Yeterge Hülya
Published: August 2023

Son yıllarda telefon, tablet ve bilgisayar kullanımının hızla artmasının yanında çocuklarda otizm spektrum bozukluğu semptomları ve tanısının da artması, ekran süresinin çocuklar üzerindeki sağlık etkilerinin gözden geçirilmesine ve aşırı ekran süresinin kontrol altına alınmasının gerekliliğine dikkat çekmiştir. Bu çalışmada, çocukların ekran kullanımı hakkında bilgi sunmak ve otizm spektrum bozukluğu ile ekran kullanım süreleri arasındaki ilişkiyi araştıran güncel çalışmaları çeşitli değişkenler açısından incelemek amaçlanmıştır. Özetleyici derleme ile gerçekleştirilen bu çalışmada Türkiye’de ve yurtdışında otizm spektrum bozukluğu semptomları ile ekran kullanımı arasındaki ilişkiyi araştıran çalışmalar incelenmiştir. Güncel veriler elde etmek amacıyla taranan çalışmaların yılı 2022 ve sonrası olan son bir yıllık dönem olarak sınırlandırılmıştır. Belirlenen “dahil etme ve dışlama” ölçütlerine uygun olarak yapılan araştırmalar bu çalışmaya veri sağlamak amacıyla ele alınmıştır. Bu kapsamda bir tane Türkiye ve yedi tane yurtdışı çalışması olmak üzere toplam sekiz araştırmaya erişilmiştir. İncelenen çalışmalarda otizm spektrum bozukluğu semptomları ve aşırı ekran kullanımı arasında ilişki bulunabileceği ifade edilmektedir. Bununla birlikte maruz kalınan ekran süresinin artması ile otizm spektrum bozukluğu semptomlarının şiddeti arasında da bir ilişki olabileceğini ve ekranların potansiyel yararları ile zararlarını da düşünerek uygun seviyelerde kullanılması gerektiğini açıklayan çalışmalar bulunmaktadır. Bu açıklamalar incelenen çalışmaların sonucu olarak karşımıza çıkmakla birlikte, ilişkiyi etkileyebilecek nedenlerin ayrıntılı olarak irdelenmesi açısından daha fazla ve daha ayrıntılı çalışmalara da ihtiyaç bulunmaktadır.
The Relationship Between Sustainable Food House (KRPL) Area Program Activities and Empowerment of Farmer Women
Authors: Faqih Achmad , Aisyah Siti , Sofiyuddin Sofiyuddin , Adiyansyah Sayu , Sawiko Sawiko , Rusiyanto Untung
Published: August 2023

National food production capacity is constrained by competition in land use, extreme climate change, phenomena of degradation of natural resources and the environment, and limited support for agricultural infrastructure. Therefore, it is necessary to empower agriculture, one of which is the strategy of utilizing yards to support food security and family food self-sufficiency. The study aims to relationship between sustainable food house (KRPL) area program activities and empowerment of farmer women. The study used a quantitative research design with descriptive survey techniques. The research was carried out from May to June 2023 in the Flower Farmer women's group in Grogol Village, Kapetaka District, Cirebon Regency with a total sample of 30 people. Data collection techniques using interview techniques. Research data were analyzed usingSpearman level correlation coefficient test. The results showed 1) there was a significant relationship between the use and arrangement of the yard and the empowerment of female farmers in Grogol Village, Kapetakan District, Cirebon Regency, 2) There was a significant relationship between the development of village nurseries (KBD) and the empowerment of female farmers in Grogol Village, Kapetakan District, Regency Cirebon.
Evaluation on the digital transformation of Vietnamese customs from 2014 to 2022
Authors:   Banking Academy of Vietnam, Nguyễn Hồng Hạnh
Published: August 2023

In order to catch up with the general trend of the world customs, and to facilitate cross-border trade between Vietnam and its partners, Vietnamese customs is drastically implementing the digital transformation process. Using an analysis-synthesis method based on domestic and foreign secondary data sources, the article has comprehensively assessed the digital transformation conducted by the Vietnamese customs authority from 2014 to 2022. In particular, the article (1) reviews the important milestones; (2) analyzes and evaluates in detail the achievements and limitations in the progress towards the goal of digitization;(3) makes some recommendations to the competent authority to help overcome the remaining limitations and to promote the digital transformation of Vietnamese customs
Entrepreneurship Development (Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Series:Volume 7)
Authors: Sheikh Bilal Ahmad , Baba S.H. , Isher Ashish Kumar , Khan Omer Fayaz , Sharma Sabbey
Published: August 2023

"Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that will redefine your future? Look no further than ""Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Spirit,"" a game-changing guidebook that will empower you to conquer the world of business and fulfill your wildest dreams. In today's dynamic and ever-evolving marketplace, entrepreneurship has become a beacon of opportunity, where individuals can carve their own paths, innovate, and create meaningful impact. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business owner seeking fresh insights, this book is your roadmap to unlocking your full potential and seizing the opportunities that lie ahead. ""Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Spirit"" goes beyond the conventional business advice. It delves into the core principles that drive successful entrepreneurs, exploring the power of resilience, adaptability, and innovation. From mastering the art of strategic planning and effective leadership to cultivating a growth mindset and building strong networks, this book encompasses the essential elements needed to flourish in today's competitive business landscape. Whether you aspire to launch a startup, scale your existing business, or simply unleash your entrepreneurial potential, this book is your catalyst for transformation. It's time to break free from the shackles of mediocrity and step into the realm of limitless possibilities. With ""Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Spirit"" as your guide, you'll embrace challenges as opportunities, chart your own course, and shape your destiny. Let the pages of this book serve as your empowering companion as you embark on your entrepreneurial journey. Get ready to unlock your full potential and blaze a trail of success that will inspire generations to come."
Information Technology,Plant Pathology and Biodiversity: Indian Print
Authors: Bridge P.D.
Published: August 2023

Information Technology is revolutionizing the handling of biological information. The British Society for Plant Pathology (BSPP) has been at the forefront of several initiatives in handling information electronically, while the Systematics Association (SA) has a long-standing involvement in computer-based species identification. BSPP and SA recognized the opportunity to join forces and develop a combined programme for a conference on these themes, which was held in December 1996 at the University of Kent at Canterbury. This also marked the 21 Anniversary of the Systematics Association's 1975 Symposium Biological identification with computers. This book presents forty edited and revised papers from that conference. The topics covered are wide-ranging and focus on four themes: handling facts to produce information, interpreting information to produce knowledge, passing on knowledge in education and training, and storing and disseminating knowledge. There are papers on subjects as diverse as biological databases, geographic information systems, probabilistic identification systems and electronic teaching aids. Written by authors from Europe, North and Central America, China, India and New Zealand, the book provides an essential review for plant pathologists and taxonomists, as well as other biologists wishing to keep up with the information revolution.
Basic Concepts in Fruit Science
Authors: Singh Niranjan , Sharma D.P. , Sankhyan Neerja
Published: August 2023

"Pomological crops include tropical, sub-tropical, temperate fruits, minor fruits and plantation crops. The present book “Basic Concepts of Fruit Science” is an up-to-date, enlarged comprehensive, and advanced book on these crops with an overview of advances in crop production and improvement; classification, nomenclature, systematics, genetics, breeding, crop improvement, and crop production management of fruit crops. All the information is presented point-to-point for easy understanding by the students, researchers, and teachers. This book is designed to serve as a handy guide for students, teachers, researchers, and amateurs engaged in Fruit Science. It will serve as a guide to the students and teachers to test their knowledge in the field of fruit science as a whole."
Modern Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture
Authors: Kumar Sunil
Published: August 2023

1. Application of biotechnology in Hi-tech agriculture/Atul Kumar and Vandana A. Kumar. 2. Crop selection an efficient tool for sustainable agricultural production in the impending climate change situation/Anil Kumar Singh, U.R. Sangle and Pravesh Kumar. 3. Management of soil fertility for sustainable vegetable production/Sobaran Singh, S.K. Maurya and Poonam Gangola. 4. Microbial inoculation through endophytic bacteria for sustainable agriculture/K. Swarnalakshmi, M. Senthikumar and Sanjay Sachan. 5. Seed enhancement technologies for assured plant stand establishment/S.K. Yadav, Arun Kumar M.B., Sangita Yadav, S.R. Jacob, V.A. Tonapi and Priya Ranjan Kumar. 6. Technology of nursery raising in vegetable crops/M.D. Ojha and P.K. Singh. 7. Pests and diseases management of mango/Sandhya Bahuguna, Abhishek Bahuguna and Birendra Prasad. 8. Horti-silvi pastoral system for development of watersheds/O.P. Maurya and S. Kumar. 9. Biofertilizers and green manuring for sustainable agriculture/Surender Singh, R.J. Singh, Kuldeep Kumar, Balkar Singh and Livleen Shukla. 10. Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria for sustainable agriculture/Ajay Veer Singh and Shachi Shah. 11. Potential of Bio Control, Soil Solarization and Botanicals in Plant Disease Management under Organic Farming. Jameel Akhtar, Zakaullah Khan, Amit Kumar, Dinhesh Chand, Atul Kumar and H.C. Lal. 12. Mites and their Management Surendra Prasad, Reena and B.K. Sinha 13. Sustainable Management of Agrobiodiversity Need of the hour Shachi Shah, V Venkat Ramanan, Ajay Veer Singh and Birendra Prasad 14. Medicinal and Aromatic Plants B Singh, Satender Khari and Aakansha Goswami 15. Post Harvest Management Technology of Under Utilized Fruits of Arid Zone Shobhana Gupta and RN Prasad 16. Biotechnological Tools in Modern Agriculture Sangita Bansal and Manisha Mangal 17. Seabuckthorn : A Miracle Therapeutic Plant of Himalaya Rajander S Bali, H S Chauhan, VK Sah, Abhishek Bahuguna and Birendra Prasad 18. Implications of Development Communication in the Functioning of KVKS : Key to Sustainable Development Netrapal Malik Ajay Kumar Prabhakar and Ajay Kumar 19. Lab Animal Care and Their use as Research Animal Models Manish Kumar, Teena Rani and Sunil Kumar 20. Organic Livestock Production Lokesh Gupta, SP Tailor and Nikhil Gupta 21. Role of Self Help Group in Poverty Elimination Through Micro Finance Ramesh Singh, OP Maurya, VK Varshney and SS Gangwar 22. Self Help Groups-An Approach to Strengthen the Rural Poor Kiran Yadav and Chandra Dev
Weed Science
Authors: Das P.C.
Published: August 2023

Weeds pose a major threat to the productivity of agricultural and horticultural crops. Weeds are the menace in agriculture and horticulture and cause in the lowering of yield of crops they infested. Keeping these facts in mind, Weed science is published to provide basic information of the weeds along with their control measures to Students, Teachers and persons engaged in agricultural activities. I do not pretend to claim credit for any original contribution on the subject. Rather; it should be viewed as a concise collection of various topics from different, books, bulletins, scientific paper, wave sight etc, the names of which are mentioned in the text itself or in the selected references.
The Weeds of Kumaun Himalayan Region (Uttarakhand)
Authors: Rana T.S.
Published: August 2023

Since the beginning of this century production of chemical fertilizers has increased many fold, and the production of pesticides for addition to the soil has become a new major industry. These are not the only chemicals added to the soil, because by accident or design many other chemicals which enter the environment end up in the soil. The soil has to produce the bulk of the food and fiber to sustain this growing population. In this volume a short historical outline of the development of soil science is given, touching briefly on soil formation, soil physics, and soil biology, as it can be misleading to regard soils simply as chemical entities. It is also important to have some appreciation of the several processes which have produced the particular soil found at any one place. The major soil types of the world differ according to their origin. Several systems exist for classifying them, and different names are in use for the same major soil types. The most common names of these are therefore introduced. The following two chapters deal with the inorganic and organic components of soils respectively. The chemical structures of the major inorganic components are now reasonably well known, but this is not true of the organic (or humic) materials in soils. The relevant chapter presents an account of what has been experimentally established regarding the constitution of the peculiarly intractable complex of organic compounds found in soils. Chemical processes in soils are largely determined by reactions at the surfaces of the soil colloids. The final three chapters are therefore concerned with the nature and extent of the surfaces of soil colloids, their electrical characteristics, and the ways in which ions and water are held and arranged at the surfaces.
Plantation Crops
Authors: Ram Bhani , Dall Mamta
Published: August 2023

The book covers almost all valuable chapters regarding subject matters on the below topics: Introduction, Arecanut, Cashew, Nut, Cocoa, Coconut, Tea, Rubber, Coffee, Palmyrah Palm, Oil Palm, Betelvine
Utilization of Agricultural Waste for The Production of High Valued Products (Co-Published With Crc Press,Uk)
Authors: Agrawal Renu
Published: August 2023

The present book deals with the research work carried out in the past related to conversion and utilization of agricultural waste into useful products and to increase their economic values. The book mainly aims in analysing the various application and research carried in the fields of potential utilization of agricultural wastes. The recycling and utilization of agricultural wastes is an important step forward towards environmental protection, energy structure and agricultural development. The recycling and utilization pathway of agricultural wastes have also been discussed. The book also deals with the laws and regulations and strengthening of rural market. It will provide more comprehensive fundamental information for the recycling and utilization of agricultural wastes during the modernization and urbanization around the globe.
Instant Notes Vegetable Science - Objective Type ARS, NET, SET, SRF, JRF And PhD Entrance Examinations
Authors: Rai Nagendra , Asati Bhagwat Saran , Rai Krishna Kumar
Published: August 2023

"Vegetable is considered one of the most important commodities in agriculture and an impressive growth has been recorded in vegetable production since independence, which was merely 5.8 tons per hectare. However, there is need of to increase the vegetable productivity to meet the increasing demand of the growing populations. Challenges of shrinking land and water resources with a threat of climate change need an effective support in term of human resources vis-a-vis financial support for the development of technologies. Development of vegetable hybrids embedded with gene for higher yield and resistance to biotic/ abiotic stresses; production and protection technologies for mitigating the problematic soil, use of less water and nutrient and safe management of pests and diseases, reduction in post -harvest losses and value addition are need of the hour. The book Vegetable Science: Objective Type is based on multiple choice questions, difference in between, fill in the blanks and true and false which covers vegetable crops based on production, breeding and biotechnology, statistics, biometrics and application of computer. In this book, authors have also given latest information's in agriculture as special chapter General Agriculture for updating knowledge in agriculture for readers. Memory based questions which had been asked last 22 years (from1997-2019) in competitive examinations of JRF/ SRF/ NET in Vegetable Science have also been given in this book ."
Animal Nutrition and Feed Technology (As Per Revised Vci Syllabus)
Authors: Rao Raman
Published: August 2023

The information of this book could be of use for the students, researcher any person willing to know about the subject of nutritional management of livestock, poultry and other animal species. Information is presented in a simple, lucid manner and concise form for the wide range of readers, academicians and researchers.
Fungi Classification and Identification
Authors: Singh Reeti , Kumar Ajay , Patidar Jagdish Kumar , Saini Pragati , Pandya R.K. , Bobade Ashish , Gupta Radha
Published: August 2023

"The literature on fungi is huge and expanding rapidly. Many undergraduate students do not have sufficient time to read original publications, and rely solely on the course teacher due to non -availability of illustrated practical book in this field. The book tries to give important and useful information at one place. The main emphasis of this book is to present the fungi in such a simple way which can be understood by students. This book is designed to fulfill the syllabus by covering various aspects of fungi. It provides something for everyone from beginners to advanced students and researchers. There has been a continuous need to add atleast some additional recent text and more illustrations to the book for the subject which will benefit the students."
Functional Foods Processing and Packaging
Authors: Alam Tanweer , Kushwaha Saket
Published: August 2023

To provide better understanding of use, benefits, significance and impact of functional food ingredients on human health and to disseminate the recent developments in such a rapidly expanding field, this book has been compiled and edited. There are seventeen chapters in this book which not only cover many aspects of functional foods and bioactive compounds from various natural sources and its impacts, but also discuss on sources and applications of natural antioxidants, probiotics, prebiotics and synbiotics. The contributing authors are experts in their respective fields. This book will be of interest to a wide spectrum of professionals from food scientists and technologists, nutritionists, biochemists, and engineers to entrepreneurs worldwide. It will also serve as a unique reference for food scientists for the R&D departments of food companies that are working with functional foods and ingredients. Additionally, it will serve as a source of basic information for college and university students majoring in food science and technology, food processing, and engineering. Readers will obtain sound scientific knowledge about various aspects of nutraceuticals and functional foods or food ingredients, fermented functional food, various natural bioactive compounds and antioxidants.
Indian Mangroves: A Photographic Field Identification Guide
Authors: Ragavan P. , Rana T.S. , Mohan P.M. , Ravichandran K. , Kathiresan K. , Saxena Alok , Jayaraj R.S.C. , Mageswaran T.
Published: August 2023

India is one of the 17 mega biodiversity countries in the world. However, taxonomic inventory of India biota is far from complete. The goal of this publication is to identify and describe the mangrove plant species of India. Towards this objectives, the taxonomical identity and distribution of mangrove species found in the country is revised and described. During field investigations, each species of mangrove and associated plants were identified and sampled. Description and high-resolution image material for each species is provided, which allows easy identification of individual species. This information is needed for coastal management planning and policy development, especially in relation to shoreline rehabilitation and expansion of appropriate shoreline livelihood projects in the face of climate change and sea level rise. Furthermore, global distribution of each mangrove species and its conservation status is provided. Voucher specimens of all the mangrove species reported in the text have been deposited at CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (LWG) as well in Annamalai University and regional centres of Botanical Survey of India as reference collections for the country.
Problematic Soils and Their Management
Authors: Kumar Abhay , Sinha Asha Kumari , Shabnam Swati
Published: August 2023

The soils which possess characteristics that make them uneconomical for the cultivation of crops without adopting proper reclamation measures are known as problem soils. For the management of problematic soils, some general principles have to be considered for proper implementation of the reclamation measures. Some soils have serious physical and chemical limitations to cultivation. Physical limitations can be managed by irrigation, drainage, mulching, manuring, tillage, and soil conservation measures such as terracing, contouring, and cover crops, whichever is appropriate. Some chemicals are also added to the soil as an integral part of the reclamation program adopted to improve the saline, alkali and other soils.This book contains 19 chapters on Soil quality and health, Distribution of Waste land and problem soils in India and Jharkhand, Soil forming factors and Processes Reclamation and management of Saline and sodic soils, Acid soils and Acid Sulphate soils, Calcareous soils, Eroded and Compacted soils, Flooded soils, Polluted soils, Irrigation water-quality and standards, Efficient utilization of saline water in agriculture, Remote sensing and GIS in diagnosis and management of problem soils, Multipurpose tree species, Bio remediation through MPTs of soils, land capability land suitability classification, Problematic soils under different Agro-ecosystems, etc
Horticultural Crop Breeding: Principles & Practices
Authors: Naik Bhimasen
Published: August 2023

It is an introductory level textbook—a first course in plant breeding. So, the size is limited so that it can be taught in one semester. It will serve as a reference book for post-graduate students and horticultural plant breeders. The book is simple, lucid and correct in presentation.
Towards Optimized Management of Bullous Myringitis: A 5-Year Cohort Study Evaluating Treatment Efficacies, Surgical Risks, and Topical Interventions in Contemporary Practice
Authors: Kumar Sanjay , Kumar P. Praveen , Marlapudi Sudheer Kumar , Biradar Kashiroygoud
Published: August 2023

Bullous Myringitis (BM) is a pathological condition characterised by the formation of painful blisters on the tympanic membrane, leading to challenges in its management. The present study investigated the effectiveness of BM treatment, the potential risks associated with surgical interventions, and the efficacy of topical therapy. The study consisted of a retrospective cohort analysis spanning a period of five years, involving a total of 50 patients diagnosed with Bullous Myringitis. The study encompassed an examination of various aspects, including demographics, symptoms, treatments, and outcomes. The efficacy of topical treatments was evaluated through a randomised controlled trial (RCT). The application of linear regression was employed in order to ascertain the predictors of treatment outcomes. The present study investigated the participants' quality of life and the occurrence of complications. The most commonly reported complaint, ear pain, demonstrated the greatest efficacy when treated with topical medication. The randomised controlled trial (RCT) demonstrated that the implementation of topical treatment resulted in a notable amelioration of symptoms and an increase in patient satisfaction. The treatment modality was found to be a significant predictor of positive outcomes, while no significant associations were observed between age and gender and treatment outcomes. The application of topical therapy resulted in a decrease in the occurrence of granular myringitis and a reduction in sensorineural hearing loss. The patients indicated an enhancement in their quality of life subsequent to the intervention. Personalised therapeutic strategies, surgical prudence, and topical therapies play a crucial role in the management of BM. This study presents a comprehensive framework for the implementation of evidence-based procedures related to bowel movements. In order to validate these findings, it is recommended that comprehensive, prospective studies be conducted on a large scale.
Fisheries and SDGs at Namasagali Fishing Village, Kamuli Disrtict, Uganda
Authors: Wafula Moris , Nakiyemba Alice , Kemigabo Chloe
Published: August 2023

Attainment of SDGs has been derailed mainly by conflicts, pandemics and climate change. In Uganda, limited quantification of the value Riverine fisheries provide to communities is a major driver to unsustainable harvesting and destruction fisheries resources. This study was conducted to determine the monetary value contributed to households by fisheries activities at Namasagali fishing Village, one of the spots along Victoria Nile, major challenges faced and possible strategies to be adopted to enhance community ownership and sustainable management. A cross sectional survey was conducted using questionnaires and data on major activities conducted around the fishery and the corresponding income recorded and as analyzed using SPSS statistical package. Results showed that fisheries activities aprovided the highest amount of daily household income of between (5000 - 100,000 Shillings; USD $1.35-2.70) to 45% of households in the community. This income was higher than the established World Bank poverty line of US $1.25/1.9 per day in the year 2005. Major challenge to sustainability of the fishery were use of illegal fishing gears and methods. Sensitization of the fisherfolk i and enforcement of fisheries regulations was recommended as the main strategy to advance sustainable fisheries resources at Namasagali Fishing Village.
Systematic Approach and Ethno Botanical Importance of Plants - Sugali Tribe inhabitants of Adilabad and Komaram Bheem Asifabad Districts, Telangana State, India
Authors: Priya Malishetty Vishnu , Begum Noorunnisa , Bheemalingappa Madiga , Naik Mudavath Chennakesavulu
Published: August 2023

The preliminary investigations of Systematic Approach and Ethno Botanical Importance of Plants used by Sugali Tribe inhabitants of Adilabad and Komaram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana State, India with their recipes, preparation of drugs, administration, and usage form several centuries. The Sugali tribe possessing rich folklore information forms the prime source and exists scope to extend scientific research in further isolation and characterization of active principle involved in the pharmacological utility. The folklore claims were conducted and collaborated with phyto-chemical evidences of the respective crude drugs. Keeping in view of the fact potential source of medicinal plants of folklore origin need to be preserved and conserved. 74 crude drugs (species) belong to 63 genera and 29 families were collected based on folk-lore knowledge. The pattern of the plant use as per habitat (terrestrial, aquatic/epiphytes), habit (growth form), plant part (tissue) and taxonomic category (Systematically families), nativity and occurrence (wild/cultivated) were established.
Concept of Blue Economy - a Qualitative Review for Sustainable Economic Development in Nigeria
Authors: Adepoju Olusegun Onifade , Abdullahi Mohammed Sekuru , Maji Abu
Published: August 2023

Ever since the Blue economy concept emerged, there were speculations on its potentials to diversify Nigeria’s economy and be used as alternative source of revenue. This paper qualitatively and descriptively examined the prospect and challenges of the concept through reviews and practices by nations that have ventured into it. It identified the areas of opportunities and strength by interviewing selected community members across selected coaster states in Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling technique was adopted to select Apapa in Lagos, Okerenkoko in Delta, Oron in Akwa Ibom, Agge in Bayelsa and Bonny in Rivers State. Secondary data was also used to determine the correlation between revenue from the maritime industry and Gross Domestic Product of Nigeria. It can be observed that, Nigeria stands to benefit a lot from Blue economy concept from hydro- electricity, pharmaceutical, exportation, tourism, e.t.c. However, it may be a dead end investment if care is not taken to properly weigh it opportunities, cost and financial requirements. Arrays of factors must be put into consideration before embarking on it like security, fund, bunkering, smuggling and Foreign Direct Investment. Ocean and maritime resources should be explored without degradation to marine ecosystem.
Fault Tree Analysis for Reliability Analysis of Wind Turbines Considering the Imperfect Repair Effect
Authors: Ali Kashif , Rana Zuraiz , Niaz Ashfaq , Liang Chen
Published: August 2023

Wind turbines are complex and expensive equipment, requiring high reliability and low maintenance costs. However, most of the existing fault tree analysis (FTA) methods for reliability analysis of wind turbines assume that the repair of wind turbines can restore them to as good as new condition, which is called perfect repair. This assumption may not be realistic in practice, as the repair may not fully recover the original performance or functionality of the equipment or may introduce new defects or errors. This phenomenon is called imperfect repair, which can reduce the reliability of wind turbines over time. To consider the imperfect repair effect in reliability analysis, we present a new FTA approach in this study. In order to predict and assess the failure intensity and dependability of wind turbines under imperfect repair, the proposed FTA technique uses a log-linear proportional intensity model (LPIM). Failure probability, failure rate, and mean time to failure can all be improved with the suggested FTA technique for wind turbines operating with poor repair. The proposed FTA method can also identify the critical components or failure modes most affected by the imperfect repair effect and suggest preventive maintenance actions to improve the reliability of wind turbines. We demonstrate the applicability and effectiveness of the proposed FTA method through a case study on a real or hypothetical wind turbine system under imperfect repair. The findings indicate that the proposed FTA method offers a more precise and authentic assessment of the reliability of wind turbines in the presence of imperfect repair, in contrast to existing FTA methods that assume perfect repair. The findings also demonstrate that the electrical system, hydraulic system, gearbox, generator, and blade are the most critical components or failure modes affecting the system's reliability.
Adaptive and Re-adaptive Pedagogies in Higher Education: A Comparative, Longitudinal Study of Their Impact on Professional Competence Development across Diverse Curricula
Authors: Vindigni Giovanni
Published: August 2023

This study addresses concerns that traditional, lecture-based teaching methods may not sufficiently develop the integrated competencies demanded by modern professional practice. A disconnect exists between conventional pedagogy and desired learning outcomes, prompting increased interest in innovative, student-centered instructional models tailored to competence growth. Despite this, nuanced differences in competence development across diverse university curricula remain underexplored, with research predominantly relying on students’ self-assessments. To address these gaps, this study employs longitudinal mixed-methods approaches with regard to theory triangulation and investigator triangulation to better understand how professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions evolve across varied curricula and contexts. This research emphasizes adaptive and re-adaptive teaching approaches incorporating technology, individualization, and experiential learning, which may uniquely integrate skill development with contextual conceptual learning. Specific attention is paid to professional education paths like design, media, and communications degrees, where contemporary competence models stress capabilities beyond core conceptual knowledge. Results from this study aim to guide reform efforts to optimize professional competence development across diverse academic areas.
Factors Leading the Failure of ICT Project Management in the Public Sectors in Tanzania
Authors: Liana Dr Yustina , Mazana Ms Mzomwe Yahya , Hamisi Mussa
Published: August 2023

The research study focuses on investigating the factors leading the failure of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) project management in the public sectors of Tanzania. The study utilizes a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. The research includes a comprehensive literature review to identify factors associated with previous ICT project failures. Interviews and surveys are conducted with key stakeholders involved in ICT project management in Tanzania's public sectors. The findings highlight various factors contributing to the failure of ICT project management, including inadequate project planning and initiation, insufficient budget allocation, lack of skilled personnel, ineffective communication, and poor stakeholder engagement. Additionally, poor risk management strategies, organizational culture, political interference, and limited commitment from top management are identified as significant barriers to successful ICT project implementation. The implications of these findings emphasize the need for effective measures to address these challenges. Recommendations include improved project planning and initiation processes, increased budget allocation, enhanced human resource capabilities, and the establishment of effective communication channels. Creating a supportive organizational culture, minimizing political interference, and securing strong commitment from top management are also crucial to successful ICT project implementation in the public sectors of Tanzania. This research contributes valuable empirical evidence on the factors leading to ICT project management failure in Tanzania's public sectors. The findings can serve as a foundation for developing strategies and policies to promote successful ICT project implementation in similar contexts. Ultimately, addressing these challenges can lead to improved public service delivery and socio-economic development in the country.
Unified Power Flow Controller: A Brief Review on Tuning and Allocation for Power System Stability
Authors: Sule Aliyu Hamza
Published: August 2023

The Power System can become unstable due to disturbances. To enhance system stability the Unified Power Flow Controller (UPFC) is tuned and allocated in the System. In this paper, a brief review of UPFC tuning and allocation studies for power systems stability is presented. The databases consulted for literature are the IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar and IOP Publications. The search terms used are Allocation, Tuning, UPFC, Power System and Stability to find the literature used in this review. A total of 26 Journal articles and conference papers were found and reviewed based on tuning and allocation studies. The Researchers applied Fuzzy coordination, Genetic Algorithm (GA), Particles Swarm Optimization (PSO), Grey Wolf Optimization (GWO) and Linear Quadratic Tracker (LQT) to tune the UPFC for enhancing power system stability. For studies on UPFC allocation in power systems, the Researchers applied frequency response of power system transfer function, power flow, Tabu Search (TS), PSO and GA. For allocation based on optimization, the Researchers minimized power losses, voltage index and investment costs considering equality and inequality constraints.