bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Role of Green Sukuk (Islamic Bonds/ Shariah-Compliant Bonds) in Enhancing Indonesia Economic Development Strategy in The New Normal Era
Authors: Sisdianto Ersi , . Dakun , Robiansyah Anton , Sharil Bin Ahmad Razimi Moh. , Luthfiah Afifah Aisyah
Published: May 2024

This study aims to determine the significance of Green Sukuk in enhancing Indonesia’s economic development strategy in the new normal era. - The method employed was quantitative with forecasting. Furthermore, the researchers employed the least squares quantitative and historical analogy qualitative techniques. The study’s findings indicate Green Sukuk’s role in boosting Indonesia’s economic development plan in the new normal era. The implications of the study are likely to add to the body of knowledge linked to the function of Green Sukuk in enhancing Indonesia’s economic growth strategy in the new normal era. Increasing the number of issuances and contributions of State Sukuk (Islamic bonds/ shariah-compliant bonds) to APBN funding, with an annual average of roughly 30% of total Government Securities (SBN) financing. To the best of the researchers’ knowledge, this is one of the first attempts to empirically study the function of Sukuk in boosting Indonesia’s economic development strategy in the new normal era.
Keywords: Green Sukuk, Development Strategy, Indonesian Economy, and the New Normal Era
Efficiency of Bank Aceh Syariah and Bank NTB Syariah After Conversion
Authors: Wildan Hakim Faqih , M. Aziz Roikhan , . Nur Hidayah
Published: May 2024

This study aims to compare the efficiency levels of Islamic commercial banks using the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) and Hahslm Reflexivity Dynamics (HEFDYN) methods before and after the spin-off period from 2008 to 2021. The implementation of Law (UU) No. 21 of 2008 concerning Sharia banking requires conventional commercial banks (BUK) to separate their Sharia business units (UUS) and establish Sharia commercial banks (BUS) when the assets of the UUS reach at least 50% of the total assets of the parent bank or after 15 years from the enactment of the Law. This research adopts a quantitative approach and focuses on a case study of two converted banks, namely Bank Aceh Syariah and NTB Syariah. The research methodology involves employing the data envelopment analysis with the VRS approach and the Hahslm Reflexivity Dynamics (HEFDYN) method. Based on the results of the DEA analysis, Bank Aceh Syariah successfully achieved a perfect efficiency value after undergoing conversion, demonstrating effective resource utilization and optimal operational performance. Conversely, Bank NTB Syariah experienced a slight decline in efficiency values, primarily attributable to decreased income variables and financing output in 2019. The HEFDYN analysis also revealed that although Bank Aceh Syariah attained perfect efficiency post-conversion, there is still potential for improvement, particularly in terms of financing growth. Similarly, Bank NTB Syariah, despite the decrease in efficiency values, has the opportunity to enhance its financial performance through targeted improvement efforts.
Keywords: efficiency, conversion, DEA, HEFDYN
The Influence of Zakat on Financial Performance (SCnP Model) with Islamic Corporate Social Responsibility as a Moderating Variable
Authors: Amelia Ilma , Kurniawan Muhammad , Nurmalia Gustika
Published: May 2024

Islamic banking is a financial institution that has a noble mission and goals. In addition to seeking profits, Islamic banks also pay attention to social aspects. This study aims to examine the effect of Zakat on Financial Performance (SCnP Model) with Islamic Corporate Social Responsibility as a Moderating Variable. This research uses a type of quantitative research with an associative approach. The population of this study is Islamic Commercial Banks registered with the Financial Services Authority (OJK) for the 2018- 2022 period. The sampling technique used purposive sampling to obtain 7 Islamic Commercial Banks. The data processed is secondary data obtained from annual reports published through the official website of each bank for 2018-2022. The data analysis technique used is multiple regression analysis with the help of the Eviews-10 software program. The results showed that Zakat has a positive and significant effect on Financial Performance (Sharia Conformity), Zakat has a negative and significant effect on Financial Performance (Profitability), Islamic Corporate Social Responsibility can moderate the effect of zakat on Financial Performance (Sharia Conformity) and Islamic Corporate Social Responsibility is not able to moderate the influence of zakat on Financial Performance (Profitability).
Keywords: Zakat, Financial Performace (SCnP Model), Islamic Corporate Social Responsibility
Analysis of Halal Tourism Development on Economic Development in Indonesia
Authors: . Madnasir , Binar Cahyani Anisa
Published: May 2024

Halal tourism is part of the tourism industry that provides tourism services regarding Islamic rules. The rapid development of tourism has led to a new trend of developing halal tourism. However, its development is still experiencing several obstacles and challenges in various regions of Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the development of halal tourism and its impact on economic development in Indonesia. Halal tourism prioritizes fulfilling the basic needs of Muslims in tourist destinations, such as worship, purification, and traveling according to Sharia provisions. Potential trips made by Muslim tourists show a positive increase. The government through the Ministry of Tourism must immediately complete regulations related to the development of halal tourism, as well as produce standardization regarding the concept of halal tourism that will be implemented in Indonesia. Halal tourism development has a significant impact on Indonesia’s economic development. This can be seen from the emergence of various types of businesses in tourist attraction locations, infrastructure improvements to and from tourist attraction locations, the opening of new jobs, and the increase of local revenue in various regions.
Keywords: development of halal tourism, halal tourism, economic development
Identifying Components of Marital Quality in Iranian Studies (2010-2022)
Authors: Sanagoeizadeh Mohammad
Published: May 2024

Aim: Marital quality is one of the important structures for predicting the marriage stability and marital satisfaction, but there is no agreement on its components. The aim of this study is to review Iranian literature on the subject of marital quality, to extract the marital quality components in these studies and to arrive at an integrated list of components. Methods: The research method was a systematic review and the statistical population included all research articles of marital quality in Iran during (2010-2022). The sampling method was purposeful and included searching and performing the screening process and evaluating the quality of articles, leading to the final analysis on thirty six articles. Findings: Results showed that marital quality components classified into six factors: divine spirituality in life, intimacy in relationships, adaptation in relationships, management and planning, fair distribution of power, and committed relationships. Conclusion: Based on the findings of this research, each of the factors related to marital quality can predict the stability of marriage and its satisfaction. Therefore, family counselors need to improve the six factors of marital quality in the relationship for spouses.
Professional Identity Development of Novice Family Counselors in the Field of Social and InterpersonalRelations: AQualitative Study
Authors: Saeidi Milad , Keshavarz Afshar Hossein , Naeimi Ebrahim
Published: May 2024

Aim: The present study was conducted with the aim of qualitatively investigating the growth of career identity of novice family counselors in the context of social and interpersonal relationships. Methods: In terms of methodology, this research was carried out with a qualitative approach and grounded theory method (data base). The study population included 12 family counselors in Tehran with inclusion criteria in the first 6 months of 1401 (Persian calendar), who were selected and participated in the research using the purposeful sampling method. A semi-structured interview was used to collect data. The data obtained from the interviews were analyzed using the method of constant comparative analysis of Strauss and Corbin (2014) in three stages of open, central and selective coding. Findings: The results showed that the career identity growth of new family counselors has the main themes of importance of job, commitment and job centrality, job attachment, pure and practical aspects of consulting identity, and professional orientation in the job. This course shows that for a family counselor at the beginning of his development, counseling becomes twice important and later becomes the central core of his identity. Finally, a consultant tries to advance to the stage of becoming a professional. Conclusion: The identity of counselors is mainly interpersonal in nature. Striving for social well-being and responsibility towards the community is the center of gravity of the occupational identity of family counselors.
Using DCGAN and WGAN-GP to Generate Artificial Thermal RGB Images for Induction Motors
Authors: Hejazi S , Packianather M , Liu Y
Published: May 2024

The paper investigates the feasibility of using GANs to create realistic induction motor thermal RGB image datasets for multimodal condition-monitoring systems. Generating high-quality thermal images presents computational challenges, and in this study, two GAN frameworks, DCGAN and WGAN-GP, were used under different health conditions. Firstly, DCGAN was used on three conditions using various hyperparameters, but the results required further improvement. Secondly, WGAN-GP was used with an extensive training duration of 11 hours, utilising 10,000 epochs and a batch size of 64, targeting the inner fault dataset, which resulted in generating artificial images that closely resembled real images. This study highlights the impact of hyperparameters on GAN performance and demonstrates the capability of GANs in creating artificial thermal image datasets.
Modelling and Simulation of a Hydrogen-Based Energy Storage System
Authors: Sami S
Published: May 2024

In this study, a mathematical model of a Hydrogen-based Energy Storage System (HESS) was developed. The HESS includes sub-models of a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) water electrolyser stack, a PEM fuel cell stack, hydrogen storage tanks, a compressor and AC/DC converters. For validation, simulation results were compared to results reported in the literature. The model of the HESS can be used for power systems dynamic simulation studies, such as providing ancillary services to the power system operator.
Acoustic Noise Emission Detection and Location Analysis from a Scaled Laminated Transformer
Authors: Lugg-Widger P , Pearson M , Anderson P
Published: May 2024

In this paper the vibrational noise of a small scale laminated transformer core is measured to study the magnetic phenomena known as magnetostriction which generates its characteristic hum. Noise frequency measurements are recorded using traditional microphone arrangements and a highly sophisticated 2D acoustic camera array to trial its application. The recorded results examine the frequency harmonics of the transformer noise and analyze a method for specific frequency location detection.
Numerical Investigation of Size Effects in Tension and Torsion of Micro-scale Copper Wires using a Strain Gradient Modified Johnson-Cook Constitutive Model
Authors: Zhu S
Published: May 2024

While material behaviour on the micro to nanoscale may be investigated using various experimental methods, it is of interest to develop complementary 3-dimensional (3D) numerical approaches to simulate material deformation at such small scales. In particular, these simulations provide a means to shed further light on key mechanisms at play, especially in the region of plastic strain. The size effect in tension and torsion of micro-scale copper wires is numerically investigated in this study using a strain gradient modified Johnson-Cook method. This 3D algorithm is implemented by self-compiled subroutines using the ABAQUS/Explicit solver. The simulated flow stress and yield stress in torsion of micro-scale copper wires were observed to increase with the decrease of the wire diameter, which correlates well with experimental findings reported in the literature. A similar size effect, although not as significant as that in torsion, was also observed in the simulated tension experiments, again in line with existing experimental reports. This work contributes to the efforts of the research community in the simulation material behaviour at the micro- to nanoscale, especially when considering the combined influence of both size effect and strain rate.
Characterisation of Innovative Mortar Formulations for the Restoration of Roman Mosaics
Authors: Stucchi N M E , De Nardi C , Franceschin G , Ronchin L , Vavasori A , Traviglia A
Published: May 2024

This contribution is focused on the study of the workability and mechanical properties of innovative mortars previously developed for preservation of ancient mosaics. The new formulations are based on the study of the Vitruvian recipe for Roman mortars, respecting the compatibility criteria with the original material. Different additives in different concentrations have been added to the previous formulations with the aim of studying their role in improving the durability, physicochemical, and rheological properties of the consolidating formulations. Preliminary slump tests were carried out to evaluate the effect of the additives on the workability of designed lime-based mortars. The achieved results highlighted the benefits of the use of plant-derived gel and inorganic nanoparticles in mortar mixtures, when added in suitable concentration. Considering these results, the best mortars formulations have been selected to examine in depth their mechanical properties.
The Research on Mechanical Properties and Compressive Behavior of Graphene Foam with Multi-scale Model
Authors: Qi P , Zhu H
Published: May 2024

Computational simulation is an effective method to study the deformation mechanism and mechanical behaviour of graphene-based porous materials. However, due to limitations in computational methods and costs, existing research model deviate significantly from the real material in terms of the scale of structure. Therefore, building a highly accurate computational model and maintaining an appropriate cost is both necessary and challenging. This paper proposed a multi-scale modelling approach for finite element (FE) analysis based on the concept of structural hierarchy. The stochastic feature of the microstructure of porous materials are also considered. The simulation results of the regular structure model and the Voronoi tessellation model are compared to investigate the effect of regularity on the material properties. Despite some shortcomings, other microstructural features of porous graphene materials can be gradually introduced to improve the material model step by step. Thus the developed multiscale model has great potential to simulate the properties of materials with mesoscopic size structure such as graphene foam (GF).
Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Universities: Chances and Challenges on the Way to Greenhouse Gas Neutrality
Authors: Groß Britta
Published: May 2024

Universities contribute to the goal of climate neutrality with their research, but also emit greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by means of their operations. The aim of this paper is to assess the GHG emissions of a university as an institution, identify the main sources of emissions and analyse chances and challenges on the way to become a climate neutral university. The analysis is based on the GHG balance of Esslingen University developed according to the standards of the GHG protocol. While many academic institutions in Europe issue climate reports, they often do not or only partly include scope 3 emissions and therefore underestimate the emissions. With its broad accounting approach, this paper extends the knowledge about the emission sources of a university, but also shows the limitations of areas such as procurement, which lack data for an exact quantification of the emissions. Three main sources of emissions can be identified: commuting, procurement and buildings (electricity and heating). The main obstacles to implement the changes on part of the university are budget limitations, limited influence on the part of the university as well as staff shortages.
Life Cycle Analysis of Passenger Cars With Electric Drive (BEV)
Authors: Bongard Stefan , Wiegers Merle Sophie
Published: May 2024

The life cycle analysis examines whether alternative drive technologies, such as electromobility, are actually more climate-friendly than vehicles with combustion engines. For a detailed assessment and thus a holistic presentation of the life cycle assessment, the entire life cycle of the vehicles must be mapped, starting with the extraction of raw materials and the manufacturing process of a vehicle. Frequently, there are divergent statements about the sustainability of alternative drive systems. This is often due to the fact that topics such as production or the disposal/recycling of the vehicles and, above all, the central component of the battery are often ignored. The question arises as to how and whether the current state of research provides sufficient information about these phases and their ecological assessment. The aim of the work is to present the life cycle of an electric vehicle based on the current state of research. To this end, 15 relevant studies/publications were selected for analysis and comparison. The assumptions made in the publications lead to some significantly divergent results. The energy-intensive manufacturing process for battery cells is largely responsible for the resulting emissions. Due to different assumptions, the CO2 emissions for the battery are characterized by a wide variance.
New Meaning of CSR in Business: Support for Ukraine’s Societal Resilience in Wartime
Authors: Burlay Tetiana
Published: May 2024

The military shocks caused by the Russian-Ukrainian war became the hardest test for Ukrainian businesses and its social functions. In the first year of hostilities alone, losses of Ukrainian business-assets are estimated at $11.3 billion, which significantly limited companies’ opportunities for corporate social responsibility (CSR). The purpose of the article is to find out how the war changed the CSR model of Ukrainian businesses in the institutional and social dimension. The methodology of system analysis, sociology and institutionalism was used for the study. Primary limitations of our research are related to the objective impossibility in war conditions of obtaining actual statistical and corporate reporting data. Certain difficulties arise in finding publicly available information about relocated enterprises and companies. The key findings of our study lie in the substantiation of the connection between socially-oriented transformations in the Ukrainian CSR model under military shocks and the positive effect of these transformations on strengthening the Ukraine’s economic and societal resilience in wartime. It is advisable to take this into account in the case of developing government policy and state anti-crisis management.
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Consumer Behavior Management
Authors: Parkhomenko Nataliia
Published: May 2024

The trends in the digitalization of marketing require the expansion of marketing management tools, which is primarily associated with the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The purpose of the paper is to study the modern capabilities of artificial intelligence tools for managing consumer behaviour. The methodological basis of the research is general (such as generalization, analysis and synthesis) and special (system and structural analysis) methods. System analysis identifies the features of artificial intelligence tools for consumer behaviour management, and structural analysis summarizes the functions of artificial intelligence tools for consumer behaviour management. In the paper, the artificial intelligence tools are structured according to the possibilities of their use in the process of consumer analysis, promotion, development and implementation of consumer behaviour management strategies. The result of the study is a grouping of artificial intelligence tools for managing consumer behaviour and the formation of models of interaction between objects and subjects of consumer behaviour management. The originality and value of the study lies in providing recommendations for the use of artificial intelligence tools to manage consumer behaviour, which will allow businesses to increase profits.
Creating a More Accurate Model - Options to Reduce the Use of Materials in Tramway Track Structures
Authors: Major Zoltán , Czédli Herta Mária , Horváth Róbert , Szigeti Cecilia
Published: May 2024

Since the 1990s, road rail has once again become a key element of public transport in liveable modern cities. The design of these structures is greatly complicated by their complexity and the limited availability of data on the pouring material. While the railway designer typically deals only with the rails and the pouring material, the structural engineer, ignoring these elements, often considers only the supporting beam as a single structural element. Breaking with this approach, a method is presented that, when implemented in an MS Excel environment, can be used to create an efficient tool for the joint analysis of the embedded rail structure and its supporting beam. The internal forces in the beam obtained by this method are more favourable than those calculated by the conventional method and thus provide the opportunity to optimise (minimise) the amount of material used. In this article, we present the potential applications of the complex model and, based on the calculations performed, highlight the material savings that can be achieved in the design of the supporting beam, which also proportionally reduces the costs, which are limited in the changing economic environment.
Agile Leadership Competencies: Trends and Development Among Hungarian Managers
Authors: Kurucz Attila , Dernóczi-Polyák Adrienn
Published: May 2024

Technological development, digitalization, and other innovations have significantly changed the world of work and other aspects of our daily lives (health, education, administration, et cetera). The present study focuses on agile leadership competencies emerging in the domestic economy. We measured these competencies with a questionnaire administered to Hungarian company managers. We calculated the means of the clusters of related variables, including agility, empathy, thoughtful decisiveness, and digital literacy. We defined the baseline characteristics relevant to these clusters. We then identified four different groups of companies. First, we identified those with average indicators across the board. Next, we found an outstanding and agile group. After that, we found those who are not yet receptive to adaptation to the digital era but may become so in due time. Finally, we identified those who are completely uninterested in the indicators studied. We have found that experienced senior managers in medium-sized companies are most likely to be agile leaders and able to embrace digitalization and modernization. Furthermore, we have analyzed and described the best agile practices in small and large companies, focusing on key competencies.
Examining the Key Role of the Onboarding Process From the Perspective of HR and the Experience of Employees
Authors: Süveges Marianna , Kurucz Attila
Published: May 2024

One of the greatest assets of a well-run organization is its people. However, it is not enough for an organization to find the best people. It also needs to be able to keep them. A well-run organization aims to quickly turn employees into engaged, motivated, and effective workers. One of the most important processes for achieving this is onboarding. This emerging discipline entails integrating, training, and mentoring a new employee. An effective onboarding program also helps to reduce staff turnover. This research aimed to assess 1) the focus and documentation of the onboarding process, 2) the continuous feedback generated during the onboarding process, 3) and the direct manager’s supporting role in the onboarding process. While the interviews conducted during this research suggested that only large companies have established mentoring or training programs, this was not confirmed by our analysis of the questionnaire data. Employee responses supported the facilitating role of direct colleagues in the process of onboarding and aided new employees in the process of integrating into the organizations studied. The results of this research provide suggestions for developing more effective and efficient onboarding processes.
Price Patterns in Vienna’s Hospitality: Analyzing the Impact of Ratings, Reviews, and Proximity on Hotel Rates
Authors: Eibl Stefan , Auinger Andreas
Published: May 2024

This scientific paper presents an empirical research study that aims to investigate the relationships between various factors and room rates within the context of 346 hotels in Vienna listed on booking.com. The research utilized a combination of web content mining and multiple linear regression techniques to collect and analyze data. The variables extracted from the hotel listings included customer rating valence, amount of ratings, star category, distance to town center, and room rates. The statistical analysis employed multiple linear regression to examine the links between the variables and room rates. The results indicated significant links between star category and price, distance to town center and price, amount of customer ratings and price, and the valence of customer ratings and price. These findings provide valuable insights into the factors influencing room rates in the Vienna hotel market and contribute to the understanding of pricing strategies and customer preferences in the context of information systems and tourism.
The Effect of Stakeholders on Sustainability Disclosure Quality: A Theoretical Framework
Authors: Akgul Ersin Firat , Durukan Sali Banu
Published: May 2024

As sustainable business practices continue to gain prominence in the corporate landscape, stakeholders play a pivotal role in influencing organizations' commitment to sustainability disclosure. This paper proposes a stakeholder theory-based model to examine how stakeholders influence firms' sustainability disclosure quality. The framework includes board composition, capital structure, ownership structure, and culture as key variables. Size, industry affiliation, profitability and growth opportunities are considered, with firm-specific characteristics as control variables.
Application of Proact Model in Innovation Decision-Making
Authors: Zlatanović Dejana , Nikolić Jelena , Dukanac Milica
Published: May 2024

Innovations represent one of the key factors in improving business and a source of a company's competitive advantage. The PrOACT model has been identified as one of the methods that provide decision-makers with a holistic and systemic approach to decision-making. The research in this paper focuses on decision-making about innovations within the PrOACT framework. The research goal is to emphasize the importance of a systematic approach to innovation decision-making within the PrOACT framework. A case study was applied as a qualitative method of empirical research, involving a comprehensive analysis of collected data. Interviews were used as a primary data collection technique, and the analysis of regular financial reports served as a secondary data collection technique. The theoretical and methodological contribution of the paper lies in providing a holistic framework for innovation decision-making through the application of the PrOACT decision-making model. In practical terms, the research can offer guidance to managers of small businesses, especially teams in the IT industry, for decision-making based on the PrOACT model, allowing them to define goals adequately and consider relevant alternatives in making innovative decisions.
Effect of a Simultaneous Increase in Crude Protein and Total Digestible Nutrients Contents on Late Fattening Hanwoo Steers
Authors: Park B.K.
Published: May 2024

Background: Shortening the fattening period can reduce production costs and inedible fat, but may simultaneously negatively affect productivity and profitability. We hypothesized that increasing the crude protein and total digestible nutrients (TDN) in the formula feed could address the issues associated with shortened fattening periods without adversely affecting rumen fermentation. This study investigated the effect of a simultaneous increase of crude protein and TDN contents compared to conventional formula feed on growth performance, blood metabolites, carcass characteristics and meat composition of late fattening Hanwoo steers. Methods: Thirty Hanwoo steers were randomly assigned to one of two dietary groups: control group (16.4% crude protein and 83.6% TDN based on dry matter) and treatment group (17.4% crude protein and 84.6% TDN based on dry matter). Result: The rumen parameters were similar between the control and treatment groups. Likewise, the effect of additional crude protein and TDN contents in the formula feed showed no significant impact on the growth performance or blood metabolites. The carcass weight and yield index were slightly higher in the treatment group compared to the control, yet these differences were not statistically significant. Furthermore, the dietary treatment did not affect marbling score, meat color, fat color, texture, maturity, pH, surface colors, drip loss, cooking loss, sensory characteristics, or fatty acid composition in the longissimus muscle.
Studying agri-food supply chains: an analytical framework
Authors:   Wageningen University, The Netherlands, de Leeuw Sander , Akkerman Renzo ,   Wageningen University, The Netherlands
Published: May 2024

Agri-food supply chains have unique characteristics and challenges for which we need an appropriate analytical framework. In addressing these issues, we first discuss agri-food supply chain characteristics, after which we provide a framework for designing agri-food supply chains. The chapter also provides a quick overview of the structure of the rest of the book.
Information and communication technology in agri-food supply chains
Authors:   University of Bonn, Germany, Schiefer Gerhard
Published: May 2024

Food production builds on the cooperation of enterprises within agri-food supply chains reaching from agriculture to retail. The interdependencies between enterprises require coordination of decisions and activities for assuring efficiency in production along the chain and serving the expectations of consumers and society regarding quality and sustainability. Coordination requires information and the availability of appropriate IT-based information and communication systems. The complexity of food chains in markets with changing trade relationships is mirrored in the complexity of suitable organizations of IT-based information and communication systems. This chapter outlines challenges in communicating information across food chains, discusses alternative solutions and identifies issues that require further research and development.
Improving agri-food supply chains in Asia
Authors:   China Agricultural University, China, Li Yijun ,   Wageningen University, The Netherlands, Meng Ting ,   China Agricultural University, China, Wang Jingjing ,   China Agricultural University, China, Liu Lu ,   China Agricultural University, China, Li Mo ,   China Agricultural University, China, Zhang Xin ,   China Agricultural University, China, Cong Wen-Feng ,   China Agricultural University, China
Published: May 2024

The agri-food supply chains in Asia face multiple challenges and threats, such as malnutrition, environmental degradation and unexpected risks. Here, we suggest possible interventions to improve nutrition and health, increase resource use efficiency and reduce adverse environmental impacts. To comprehensively explore the priority of each stage and potential pathways along the agri-food supply chains, this chapter introduces various interventions for crop production, storage, transportation, processing, consumption, food environment and policy perspectives resulting from an extensive literature review. Furthermore, this research illustrates four case studies in which these interventions are comprehensively estimated or successfully implemented in India, China and Singapore. Improving agri-food supply chains requires synergies along all sections, co-operation among multiple sectors, policy innovations and effective investment.
Studies in Indian Euphorbiaceae III: Miscellaneous Notes
Authors: Balakrishnan N. P.
Published: May 2024

Tritaxis beddomei Benth. is transferred to Trigonostemon. Trifaxis beddomei sensu D. Sunderraj is synonymous to Jatropha maheshwarii Subr. & Nayar. Mallotus muricatus (Wt.) Bedd. is given the new combination, Mallotus intermedius (Baill.) Balak.
Pharmacognostic Studies on the Stem Bark of Streblus asper Lour.
Authors: Chaudhuri Rai H. N.
Published: May 2024

The macroscopic and microscopic studies of the stem bark of Streblus asper Lour. are made. Macroscopic characters reveal that the outer surface of the bark has got longitudinal wrinkles with transverse channels. On drying the bark can be easily separated into two layers; the outer hard and the inner fibrous layer. Two types of stone cells, phloem fibres with broad lumen and large prismatic crystals of calcium oxalate are the chief diagnostic characters.
New or Noteworthy Species of Graphina from Darjeeling Himalayas-I
Authors: Dharne G. G. , Roychoudhury K. N.
Published: May 2024

This paper deals with two new species and two new records of the genus Graphina collected from Darjeeling Himalayas.
The Genus Alangium in India
Authors: Mukerjee S. K.
Published: May 2024

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A New Species and Notes on the Genus Cyanandrium Stapf (Melastomataceae)
Authors: Nayar M. P.
Published: May 2024

A new species Cyanandrium osmanthum Nayar is described from Borneo with illustrations. Additional notes and illustrations have been given for the first time for the following species: C. guttatum Stapf, C. rufum Stapf, C. jacobsianum Nayar and C. glabrum Nayar. A key to the species so far known is also presented.
Taxonomic Position of the Genus Nyctanthes
Authors: Kundu B. C. , De Anima
Published: May 2024

The genus Nyctanthes with only one species N. arbor-tristis Linn. having flowers like that of Jasminum was originally induded in Oleaceae. In view of its strongly quadrangular stem and its apparent resemblance to Tectona and other members of the family Verbenaceae, Airy Shaw (1952) placed the genus in a new subfamily under the family Verbenaceae. Stant (1952) gave some anatomical evidence for the inclusion of Nyctanthes in the Verbenaceae. On the basis of comparative study of Nyctanthes, along with some members of Oleaceae, Verbenaceae and Loganiaceae on cytology, general anatomy of stem and leaf, wood anatomy, floral anatomy and palynology and also on the preliminary data of the chemical constituents present in the plants, the authors state that Nyctanthes has not much affinity to the members of the Verbenaceae, although it has some similarity with several oleaceous members. After taking all points into consideration this genus is assigned to a new family Nyctanthaceae.
Thrixspermum muscaeflorum A. S. Rao & J. Joseph-A New Orchid Species from K. & J. Hills, Assam
Authors: Rao A. S. , Joseph J.
Published: May 2024

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A Note on the Cytomorphology of Taraxacum officinale Complex from N. W. Himalayas
Authors: Gill L. S.
Published: May 2024

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Thecagonum Babu-A New Generic Name in Rubiaceae
Authors: Babu C. R.
Published: May 2024

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Porteresia Tateoka (Gramineae)
Authors: Henry A. N. , (nee Roy) Safui
Published: May 2024

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Studies in Indian Pteridophytes-III the Family Marattiaceae (Sensu Copeland, 1947) in India
Authors: Dixit R. D. , Panigrahi G.
Published: May 2024

The family is represented by 6-7 living genera and about 100-214 spp. in the world flora. With a view to bringing out an illustrated manual on the systematics of the family Marattiaceae in India, the three living genera Angiopteris 1 spp. (3 spp. according to Nishida, 1966), Marattia 1 sp., and Christerisenia 1 sp. occurring m India have been dealt with. It shows that while Angiopteris is distributed throughout India, Marattia and Christensenia are restricted to the Southern and the Eastern India, respectively.
Contributions to the Botany of North Lakhimpur Subdivision, Assam
Authors: Rao A. S. , Verma D. M.
Published: May 2024

An account of the vegetation with an enumeration of 604 species of vascular plants from North Lakhimpur subdivision in Upper Assam, based on a fortnightâ€™s collection of the junior author in May, 1966, and 3 previous collections by others. The account emphasises the aquatic vegetation of the area.
Twelve Noteworthy Lichens from India
Authors: Roychoudhury K. N.
Published: May 2024

This paper deals with twelve noteworthy lichens, nine of which are reported for the first time from the main land of India, two are new record for the Indian subcontinent and the remaining one has been previously reported only from Manipur. Two of these belong to the family Pyrenulaceae, two to Opegraphaceae, one to Graphidaceae, four to Lecideaceae and the rest three belong to Lecanoraceae.
New Records of Plants from South India - IV
Authors: Subba Rao G. V. , Kumari G. R.
Published: May 2024

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Ludwigia Hyssopifolia (G. Don) Exell - A New Record for the Upper Gangetic Plain and Rajasthan
Authors: Janardhanan K. P. , Prasad R.
Published: May 2024

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In Memoriam: Dr. Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972)
Authors: Jain S. K.
Published: May 2024

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Review
Authors: Thothathri K.
Published: May 2024

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Flowering Plants of Shankaracharya Hill, Srinagar, Kashmir
Authors: Kaul M. K.
Published: May 2024

This paper describs the angiospermic flora of the Shankaracharya Hill, covering 204 species of flowering plants belonging to 38 families. Analysis of the species collected shows that the following five families are the richest ones as indicated by the number of species in each family; Gramineae 1451, Compositae (22), Cruciferae (17), Leguminosae (16) and Labiatae (12). These together represent about 56% of the species collected.
Some More Plants from Khedbrahma Region, North Gujarat
Authors: Shah G. L. , Yogi D. V.
Published: May 2024

In this paper 49 angiospermous species - 32 dicotyledons and 17 monocotyledons are listed. Polypogon monspeliensis Desf. and Medicago polymorpha L. are recorded for the first time from Gujarat.
Studies on the Limestone Vegetation of Sahasradhara near Dehradun (U.P.)-7. Phytosociological Studies : Community Co-Efficient
Authors: Malhotra S. K.
Published: May 2024

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Orchids of the Plains of North Bengal
Authors: Mukerjee S. K.
Published: May 2024

The present paper deals with the Orchids of North Bengal. There are 54 species growing in that area. These fall under 24 genera ; 23 species are epiphytic and 31 are terrestrial. Among the terrestrials, one is saprophytic, viz. Didymoplexis pallens Griff.
Materials towards a Monocot Flora of Assam-II. (Zingiberaceae & Marantaceae)
Authors: Rao A. S. , Verma D. M.
Published: May 2024

The families Zingiberaceae and Marantaceae in the above series are presented in this paper.
Euphorbia agowensis Hochst. Ex Boiss.-A New Record for India
Authors: Kumari G. R. , Subba Rao G. V.
Published: May 2024

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Studies in South Indian Hepaticae: Cephalozia siamensis Kitagawa-A New Record from India
Authors: Udar Ram , Nath Virendra
Published: May 2024

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Materials towards a Monocot Flora of Assam-III. (Taccaceae, Dioscoreaceae & Stemonaceae)
Authors: Rao A. S. , Verma D. M.
Published: May 2024

In continuation with the previous publications in the Bulletin, preliminary taxonomic studies on three more families of the Monocotyledons of Assam region (Taccaceae, Dioscoreaceae and Stemonaceae) are presented here.
Ecology as an Aid to Floristics. II-Autecology
Authors: Pandeya S. C.
Published: May 2024

Paper describes how autecology can, (i) distinguish between species which are genetically different but otherwise look similar, (ii) species which have been given different latin names on the basis of morphology alone and which are only ecological variants of a particular species ; and (iii) the distribution of a species.Suitable examples have been described for each study.A tentative scheme has also been given for Biological Flora studies for unification of the work.
Some Additions to "Flora of the Presidency of Madras"
Authors: Sebastine K. M.
Published: May 2024

J. S. Gamble began the compilation of the Flora of the Presidency of Madrasin the year 1912 and the first part was published in the year 1915. In 1925, after completing part VII Gamble died. The work was then continued by C. E. C. Fischer and finished with part XI in 1935. This monumental work on Systematic Botany deals with 4,516 species of plants from the old Madras Presidency which comprises the present states of Madras, Kerala, parts of Mysore and Andhra Pradesh. During the 26 years that have elapsed since its publication several botanists have studied the Flora of the region and have been able to discover many taxa new to science and several new records. The scattered information on the new taxa described by various authors in different journals and periodicals has been presented in this paper.The following data are given for each taxon : citation of the original publication, critical notes if any, the place of collection, collectorâ€™s number and the Herbarium where the Type specimen is permanaently preserved (if known).
Notes on Indian Commelinaceae-IV: Cyto-Taxonomic Observations
Authors: Kammathy R. V. , Rao R. S.
Published: May 2024

Chromosome numbers of 29 species and one variety under six genera have been studied of which the chromosome numbers of 9 species and one variety are recorded for the first time. Five species show different chromosome number from previous reports. Further cyto-taxonomic evidence confirm that Aneilema (sensu stricto) is distinct from Murdannia. Majority of the Indian species of Commelina and Cyanotis (sensu stricto) show x=15 and 12 respectively. A new genus name Amis-chophacelus Rolla et Kammathy has been proposed for the ochraeflora section of Cyanotis (sensu lato) on the basis of clear cyto-taxonomic evidence. Aneuploidy, euploidy and intra-specific polyploidy have been observed in different species of Murdamia. Both morphological as well as cytological evidence do not suggest the separation of Aclisia from Pollia. Consideration of the hairy form of Streptolirion as S. volubile var. khasiana seems to be approprate. A new combination is proposed.
Ecological Studies of Saurashtra Coast and Neighbouring Islands: I. Diu Island
Authors: Rao T. A. , Aggarwal K. R.
Published: May 2024

The plant ecology of Diu, an island of irregular outline, situated in 20Â°43' N & 71Â°02' E and separated from the southern extremity of the peninsula of Saurashtra by a narrow channel on western shore of India is presented in this paper. Several plant communities are grouped into three ecosystems : Rock-strand, Strand and Inland sandy plain. The community type is a sub-division of an ecosystem, that is, it is recognised by the features of both its plant cover and its habitat. Plant communities under each of the three abovementioned ecosystems are described and also analysis of rocks and soils presented in tabular form to study soil features in relation to vegetation.
Asplenium rockii C. Chr.-a New Record for Peninsular India
Authors: Balakrishnan N. P. , Hazra P. K.
Published: May 2024

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Bremekampia-a New Generic Name
Authors: Sreemadhavan C. P.
Published: May 2024

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Notes on Indian Desert Plants 4-New Names and Combinations
Authors: Bhandari M. M.
Published: May 2024

No Abstract.
Terminalioxylon tomentosum Spec. Nov. A Fossil Wood from Ghala (Gujarat State) Belonging to the Family Combretaceae
Authors: Mahabale T. S. , Deshpande S. R.
Published: May 2024

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A Contribution to the Vascular Flora of Balapalle Range of Seshachellam Reserve Forest, Cuddapah District, Andhra Pradesh
Authors: Ellis J. L.
Published: May 2024

This account deals with 334 taxa spread over 78 families collected from Balapalle Range during 1962-63. This area was botanically under-explored excepting some strong collections by Beddome, Camble & Jacob; no detailed account, however, seems to have recorded.
Studies in the Foliar Analysis of Sal (Shorea robusta Gaertn. F.) and the Physico-Chemical Status of the Underlying Soils in Madhya Pradesh
Authors: Pandeya S. C. , Jain N. K.
Published: May 2024

The paper describes the foliar analysis of sal (Shores robusta Gaertn. f.) and the physico-chemical status of soils under the respective sal forests of Madhya Pradesh.The soils are fresh, immature to leached down ones. The best growth of sal, as determined by Relative Growth Index (RGI-a new concept) is base poor, leached-down sandy loams. Coarse, fresh and thin soils under sal climate have poor growth of the species; and medium growth is registered in comparatively base richer soils.The soils are discussed to have been derived so by the process of 'laterisation' under the forest floor and the existing climate.Further, foliar analysis confirms the chemical status of the soils and reveals that sal is not a heavy demander of soil bases.
Notes on Indian Grasses-V. Type Material of the Genus Cynodon Rich in Indian Herbaria
Authors: Jain S. K.
Published: May 2024

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Some Additions to the Flora of the Presidency of Madras-II
Authors: Sebastine K. M. , Ramamurthy K.
Published: May 2024

No Abstract.
On the Identity of Lysimachia santapaui Subbarao et Halim
Authors: Deb D. B.
Published: May 2024

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Studies on the Vascular Flora of Sultan's Battery and Chedaleth Forest Ranges, Kozhikode District, Kerala
Authors: Ellis J. L. , Swaminathan M. S. , Chandrabose M.
Published: May 2024

This paper deals with all the vascular plants of Sultan's Battery and Chedaleth ranges, Kozhikode Dt., Kerala collected during the year 1964-65. The ranges lie between 8Â° & 12Â°N and 76Â° & 80Â°E. Various types of vegetation ranging from tropical evergreen, semi-evergreen, moist and dry deciduous to scrub are seen. Altogether 528 plants, spread over 87 families and 370 taxa are enumerated. From a careful study of literature and collections made earlier by others and presently kept in the herbarium of the Southern Circle, Botanical Survey of India, twelve new records for the area are discovered.
Contribution to the Flora of the Gorakhpur Forest Division, Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Panigarhi G. , Sharan Ram
Published: May 2024

The paper presents the main features of the geology, topography, climate and vegetation together with floristic analysis of the 313 species collected from the forests of the Gorakhpur forest division. In the enumeration of species, data on the flowering and fruiting condition and exact localities where it occurs and the field number of the collector, are furnished.
Contribution to the Botany of Madhya Pradesh-VI. (Compositae to Sapataceae)
Authors: Lal Ram , Panigrahi G.
Published: May 2024

The paper which represents the sixth part in a series of communications on the flowering planta from Madhya Pradesh, present, an enumeration of 105 species, belonging to the families Compositae to Sapotaceae, following Bentham & Hooker's (1883) system. Notes on habitat, flowering and fruiting condition, exact localities from where species have been collected together with field nos. of the collector's, abundance in the area are appended to every specieo enumerated.
On Two Unrecorded Species of Graphinae from India
Authors: Dharne C. G. , Roy Chaudhuri K. N.
Published: May 2024

No Abstract.
Scleria africana Benth. (Cyperaceae) - New Record from India
Authors: Jain S. K. , Raghawan R. S.
Published: May 2024

No Abstract.