20 Articles
Niranjan Ramesh Giri
Anemia remains a major public-health challenge in India, particularly among tribal adolescents who face nutritional, social, and cultural disadvantages. This cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence and determinants of anemia among 200 adolescents (10–19 years) from a remote tribal area of the Peth region, Nashik District, Maharashtra. Hemoglobin levels were estimated using the cyanmethemoglobin method, and socio-dietary data were obtained through structured questionnaires. Results revealed that 68 % of girls and 54 % of boys were anemic, mostly of moderate severity. Inadequate dietary diversity, early menarche, poor sanitation, and limited healthcare access were key contributing factors. Compared with national data from NFHS-5 (2019–21), anemia prevalence in this tribal cohort was markedly higher. Gender-based disparities and cultural taboos restricting food intake during menstruation further worsened the problem. The findings underscore the need for targeted school-based iron supplementation, nutrition education, and culturally sensitive interventions. Addressing anemia in tribal adolescents is vital for improving health equity, educational outcomes, and future socioeconomic development.
Egbebike M. O, Ezeagu C. A, Iyeke S.D.
Crumb Rubber Modified Asphalt (CRMA) represents a major advancement in sustainable road construction, widely adopted in the United States to improve pavement durability, reduce rutting, and utilize waste tires. However, its application in developing countries like Nigeria remains limited, largely due to the lack of region-specific performance models, climatic differences, and infrastructural challenges. This study proposes a transfer learning approach to adapt predictive CRMA models from the United States to Nigerian climatic zones using climate matching, multivariate regression, artificial neural networks (ANN), and multi-objective optimization techniques. Using simulated data representative of U.S. state climates and traffic conditions, we modeled performance indices such as Marshall Stability, rutting resistance, and fatigue retention. The results identify optimal crumb rubber contents (CR%) of 10–15% for different climate-traffic scenarios. Enhanced models including traffic loads (ESALs) were developed and mapped to Nigerian conditions. This supports sustainable CRMA deployment for road infrastructure in Nigeria and similar regions.
Dr. Sadananda Nayak, Himanshu Behera
This research paper focuses on some aspects of agrarian unrest in Odisha from 1936 to 1939. This paper also focuses on the Socio-economic conditions of the agricultural population and how they led to mass Peasant Movements all over Odisha. This paper aims to provide the complexities of peasants' movements and how the provincial Congress government balances agrarian demands with limited constitutional powers.
Azaka Maduabuchuku, Nwakeze Osita Miracle, Obaze Caleb Akachukwu, Oboti Nwamaka Peace, Omorogie Michael
The recent proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) has increased the desire to have a secure, efficient, and scalable network, especially to devices with resource constraints. This paper proposes a blockchain-based secure communication model in IoT networks of the next generation, combining decentralized authentication, lightweight consensus, smart contract-based access control, as well as edge/fog computing. The framework is divided into four layers: IoT Device Layer, Edge/Fog Layer, Blockchain Layer, and Application Layer that guarantee secure generation of data, preprocessing, validation of transactions, and real-time monitoring. An implementation of a prototype based on Hyperledger Fabric and NS-3 was performed and tested in terms of latency, throughput, energy use, smart contract execution time and time to validate a transaction. The findings indicate that the latency decreased by 145ms to 120ms, throughput increased by 80 to 92 transactions/sec, energy consumption dropped by 1.20W to 0.95W per device, smart contract execution time dropped by 40ms to 30ms, and transaction validation time dropped by 50ms to 40ms with six consecutive epochs. Real-time detection of attacks and operation resilience were also proved by the framework, confirming its usefulness in the context of the safe, open, and scalable IoT communication. The results validate the fact that blockchain combined with edge computing can be used to deliver an effective solution to improve security and efficiency in the IoT networks of the next generation.
Er Medha Vyas
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a key component of Ayurvedic medicine and is seeing rising demand in India and internationally. This paper reviews agronomic practices, agro-climatic suitability, crop management, economic viability, and post-harvest handling in Madhya Pradesh. Drawing on local agro-ecological conditions, it offers practical recommendations for farmers and policymakers to improve yield, quality, and profitability while supporting sustainable agriculture.
Frichan A. B Ali, Gabriel O. Anyanwu, Nyaze Sharon Muchelo, Uju Dorathy Iliemene
Unhealthy dietary habits among university students represent a growing public health concern, contributing to both undernutrition and rising cases of overweight and obesity. This study evaluated the dietary patterns, dietary diversity, and associated factors influencing the nutritional status of undergraduate students in Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. A repeated cross-sectional survey in which data was collected at two different point in time.it was conducted using a structured questionnaire to collect data on food consumption, dietary practices, and socio-demographic factors. Anthropometric measurements were taken to assess nutritional status using Body Mass Index (BMI) classification. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and inferential methods to establish associations between dietary patterns, diversity, and nutritional outcomes. The findings revealed suboptimal dietary practices, characterized by frequent meal skipping, high consumption of energy-dense foods, and low intake of fruits and vegetables. Dietary diversity scores were generally inadequate, reflecting poor micronutrient-rich food consumption. Prevalence of malnutrition was evident, with significant proportions of students classified as underweight, overweight, or obese, highlighting the double burden of malnutrition within the study population. Socioeconomic factors, lifestyle practices, and food availability were key determinants of dietary behaviour and nutritional outcomes. The study concludes that undergraduate students face significant nutritional challenges arising from poor dietary patterns and limited dietary diversity. It recommends targeted nutrition interventions, awareness programs, and policy measures within tertiary institutions to promote healthier dietary practices and improve the overall nutritional well-being of students.
Genevieve Obiageli, Onwughalu, Rosemary Ogomegbunam Anazodo
The primary aim of this research paper was to investigate the effect of workplace stress on job performance and job satisfaction among healthcare professionals working in private hospitals in Nigeria. The study specifically focused on Holy Rosary Specialist Hospital and Maternity, Waterside, Onitsha, Anambra State. The specific objectives of the study were threefold: first, to examine the primary sources of workplace stress among healthcare professionals at Holy Rosary Specialist Hospital and Maternity, Waterside, Onitsha; second, to assess the extent to which workplace stress affects job satisfaction among healthcare professionals in the same hospital; and third, to evaluate the impact of workplace stress on job performance of healthcare professionals at Holy Rosary Specialist Hospital and Maternity, Onitsha. To guide the research, three research questions and corresponding hypotheses were formulated. The study adopted a survey research design. The total population of the study was 130 healthcare professionals, and due to the manageable size of the population, the entire group was included in the study. A structured questionnaire was administered to all respondents to gather data on their perceptions regarding the impact of workplace stress in their hospital environment. Data collected were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient and regression analysis to determine the significance of the relationship between workplace stress and job satisfaction, as well as job performance. The findings revealed a positive but weak relationship between workplace stress, job satisfaction, and job performance. Based on these findings, the study recommended that hospital management should implement policies that promote employee well-being, including adequate remuneration, stress management training, employee recognition programs, and fostering a positive work environment with open communication.
Dr. Annaliza C. Tibayde
This quantitative study examines college students' awareness and responses to Violence Against Women (VAW) at a Philippine State University, involving 209 students from the Education, Hospitality Management, and Information Technology programs. Using a structured questionnaire and SPSS analysis, the study reveals high awareness of VAW, but significant differences across gender and academic disciplines. Male students showed greater awareness of VAW's effects, challenging gendered assumptions. The study found a strong positive correlation (r = .82**) between perceived campaign effectiveness and overall awareness, highlighting the pivotal role of institutional advocacy. Based on these findings, the study recommends adopting a Tiered Action Plan for VAW Education and Prevention, focusing on leveraging male awareness, addressing program-specific curricular gaps, and institutionalizing continuous education and advocacy. This plan aims to transform awareness into proactive institutional and individual actions, fostering a gender-sensitive academic environment.
Ms. Syed Anjum
This article delves into the intricate relationship between cuisine and cultural preservation in Kashmiri literature, with a particular focus on Shahnaz Bashir’s Scattered Souls (2017). Through evocative descriptions of cooking rituals, traditional dishes, and communal feasts, Bashir’s narratives showcase the Kashmiri kitchen as a site of memory, identity, and resilience. The article explores how culinary practices, such as the preparation of Wazwan or the careful recreation of everyday meals, serve as mnemonic devices that connect individuals to their ancestral heritage and familial bonds. By highlighting the sensorial richness of food—its taste, aroma, and texture—the narrative underscores how these elements trigger memories and sustain cultural continuity, especially in times of displacement or social change. Rather than relying on overt declarations of cultural identity, the literature uses the subtleties of domestic life to reveal the enduring power of food in shaping collective memory. This study argues that food in Kashmiri writings functions as a silent but potent symbol, fostering belonging and anchoring tradition within the evolving landscape of Kashmiri society. Ultimately, the article demonstrates that cuisine is not merely sustenance but a vital repository of meaning and identity in Kashmiri culture.
Thushara Thoty
Gendering Caste: Through feminist a lens (2018) is a feminist critique of Indian caste system written by Uma Chakravarti, who is an Indian historian and teacher. She is known to the readers as the founding mother of Women’s Movement in India and a feminist scholar in the subcontinent. The article aims to deal with the feminist experiments of gendering caste and casting gender with reference to marginalised Dalits, against the backdrop of Brahminical hegemony, patriarchism and their practice of untouchability. While analysing the infamous social practices, it traces the genealogy and history of harassment and discrimination of Dalits in this brahmin-oriented society, where gender and caste are often linked together in everyday life – in order to target the helpless Dalits and vulnerable women. It also focuses on the feminist’s observations on Hindu social practices, which target gender discrimination in general and the practice of caste/untouchability in particular- in ancient, pre -during- post-colonial India. Understanding the deep-rooted caste and its mysterious divide between the high caste brahmins and the low caste Dalits, has been a recurring and nagging theme in Humanities as well as Social Sciences. It records how the caste system has taken a socio-cultural construction promoting brahmins to the heights of honour/celebrity by giving approval to their fallacious practices on the one hand and pushing Dalits into the depths of degradation by branding them as untouchables, especially focusing on how women are used, misused, abused and seduced in this evil caste system on the other hand.
Chidimma Odira Okeke, Chikaosolu Blessing Obiasor., Stanley Arinze Anah
This study investigates the influence of green organizational culture on pro eco-friendly practices in public universities in Anambra State, Nigeria, focusing on three key proxies: green leadership, green employee behaviour, and stakeholders’ engagement. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, and data were collected from 369 respondents drawn from two major public universities using a structured questionnaire. The data were analyzed using linear regression analysis. The findings reveal that green leadership has a strong positive and statistically significant influence on pro-eco-friendly practices (R² = 0.712, β = 0.902, t = 13.632, p = 0.000), indicating that sustainability-driven leadership explains 71.2% of the variation in eco-friendly practices. Similarly, green employee behaviour has a significant effect on pro-eco-friendly practices (R² = 0.452, β = 0.312, t = 7.256, p = 0.000), showing that employees’ active participation in eco-friendly initiatives accounts for 45.2% of the variance. Furthermore, stakeholders’ engagement also significantly influences pro eco-friendly practices (R² = 0.398, β = 0.279, t = 6.767, p = 0.000), suggesting that collaborative participation among staff, students, government, and communities contributes to sustainability adoption. The study concludes that green organizational culture plays a pivotal role in shaping pro-eco-friendly practices in public universities. Strengthening sustainability-oriented leadership, promoting employee-driven green behaviour, and fostering effective stakeholder collaboration are essential to improving environmental management. The findings have practical implications for policymakers, university administrators, and stakeholders committed to achieving sustainable development goals in higher education.
Dr. Kamlesh Kumar Gurjar, Dr. Ravi Sharma
Obesity is the most common disorder of nutrition in affluent societies. It is associated with increased mortality, predisposes to many other diseases and reduces the individual’s happiness and efficiency. Charaka has described Sthaulya among the eight most unwanted diseases and Samtarpanajanita roga . In pathogenesis of Sthaulya , Kapha (Kledaka Kapha), Vata (Samana & Vyana Vayu) , Meda (fat /lipid) and Medodhatvagni Mandyata are main responsible factors. The obesity calculated on the basis of reduction of total body weight of patient, BMI =(Weight / Height ratio),Measurement of skin-fold thickness, Circumference ratio (Waist/Hip ratio), Computed tomography etc. analysis of symptoms of obesity in our samhitas i.e;lakshanas of atisathula person. The present day society expects peak physical and mental performance from each of its member and obese person is unable to find out himself physical and mental fit for it. It occurs as a result of lack of physical activities with increased intake of daily diet results into the clinical entity, which can be called as obesity,.Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have a negative effect on health leading to reduced life expectancy and /or increased health problems.
Jaouad Moumni, Mohammed ELHADDOUCHI, Mouloud MAHI, Taoufiq MHAMDI
This study examines the crucial role of leadership in the context of higher education's digital transformation. It centres on a transition that involves behavioural changes and cultural transformations in the learning environment. Leadership is a driving force that initiates and sustains the digitalization of management. In this research, faculty management staff members are recognized as the leaders who promote an environment of change. They are advocates for adaptability and the integration of technology tools. The study includes qualitative data from semi-structured interviews. The participants are the staff of Mohammed I University Oujda (UMPO). They provide relevant data about their interactions with digital tools to enhance the administrative process. This work contributes to the existing body of research on leadership and the digital transformation of the workplace in educational settings by providing empirical evidence that facilitates the transition to digital education.
Aziz Ahmad, Spogmay Yousafzai, Syed Amir Ali Shah
Semiconductor manufacturing produces complex high-dimensional data datasets that contain mostly operational records and show product failure occurrences only in a limited portion. Several research studies use machine learning algorithms for predictive maintenance but very few address the issue of SECOM (imbalanced dataset) which contain up to 93% successful outcomes. This paper explains the existing research gap regarding imbalanced data of SECOM dataset and presents an integrated approach with innovative feature reduction and oversampling algorithms and model optimization methods. Our experiments involving the SECOM Semiconductor Manufacturing process dataset with an initial 591 features were reduced to 63 and processed by PCA which led to the Support Vector Classifier (SVC) producing the most accurate results at 98.6% while maintaining robust calibration. The visualization includes both a correlation heatmap showing related features and pie charts showing class distribution before and after data balancing techniques are applied. This research presents implications for predictive maintenance within semiconductor fabs together with future work recommendations.
J. Nayeem, M. A. Salek, M. Humayun Kabir
This abstract provides a summary of a study that employs mathematical modeling to analyze a dual-strain tuberculosis (TB) structure in Bangladesh, focusing on the identification of drug-resistant (DR) and drug-susceptible (DS) strains. The model features a distinctive element known as "amplification," which illustrates how insufficient treatment of DR TB can arise from the management of DS TB. Utilizing both analytical and numerical techniques, the research investigates the disease's dynamics and its potential long-term implications. The primary findings indicate that the long-term dynamics of TB within a population are influenced by the basic reproduction numbers for each strain, referred to as R_0 and R_0 r. The disease tends to naturally decline when there are fewer cases compared to a single growth rate. Conversely, if R_0 exceeds both R_0 and one, DR TB will continue to exist while DS TB is eradicated. If R_0 surpasses R_0 and one, both strains will persist together. Additionally, the research conducted an analysis of vulnerability to identify the key factors impacting the disease's transmission rate. It was determined that the transmission rates (β_s and β_r) of both strains significantly influence the progression of the illness. This underscores the necessity for public health initiatives to focus on strategies that minimize interactions between infected and uninfected individuals, such as educating patients on respiratory safety and enhancing ventilation systems. Another critical factor is the treatment rate (τ_s and τ_r). The social implications of this study are considerable, suggesting that an effective approach for nations like Bangladesh is to improve treatment accessibility by lowering costs through universal healthcare. Timely and appropriate treatment of DS TB is the most effective method to mitigate resistance development, while adequate management of DR TB is crucial to prevent its proliferation within the population.
Chol Jong, Il Jin Kim, Jae Myong Ri, Kum Hyok Choe, Yong Nam Kim
This study aims to analyze the impact of the sub-working layer width on the drilling performance of Sandwich-type Impregnated Diamond Bit (SIDB) in extra-hard, compact and weakly abrasive rock formation called the slipping formation and determine the appropriate sub-working layer width for improving the drilling performance. In this study, the rock-cutting simulation using Particle Flow Code in Three Dimension (PFC3D) software based on the discrete element method, the field drilling test and the particle-size analysis of the cuttings produced during the drilling were carried out. The results of the rock-cutting simulation using PFC3D indicate that the distance between two cutters clearly affect the cutting efficiency and the appropriate sub-working layer width for improving the drilling performance is 1.25mm. For the field drilling test, SIDB of Φ59/41 mm with the sub-working layer width of 1.25mm was manufactured and applied to the quartzite formation of Ongjin mining area. The result of field drilling test shows that the rate of penetration (ROP) and the drilling footage are 1.05m/h and 10.8m, respectively, and are 3-5 times bigger than those of the conventional bit. The particle-size of the cuttings produced during the drilling ranges from 34.5-108.6 μm, which is much larger than that of the conventional bit. This indicates that the rock-breaking mode is clearly transferred from micro-cutting mode to the combination mode of micro-cutting and volumetric-breaking. This study has proposed a new design approach to effectively overcome the slipping formation.
Phan Thi Hoa, Seema Sharma
Buddhism is a great religion in the world was born in India so far, and it has existed and developed for thousands of years. Buddhism has made many contributions to the historical flow of human thought, especially the present life of living being. So, the Buddha’s words: “Dharma is the practical present without time…”. The Buddha attained enlightenment at the Bodhi tree, he preached the first Dhamma: The Four Noble Truth (Cattāri Ariyasaccāni) mentioned in the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta (the Discourse on Turning the Wheel of Dhamma). After the five monks listened to the sermon on the Four Noble Truths, they all attained enlightenment. After that, the Buddha taught them the second sermon, the Sutra of Anatta. The essence in the Buddha’s teachings is that “all conditioned things are impermanent (aniccā) , Suffering (dukkhā) ”, and “all phenomena (dhammas) are non-self (anattā)”. Therefore, there is a way (magga) of purification which the Buddha followed and others can similarly follow to reach a state free from sorrow. The path leading to the realization of Truth, Freedom, happiness, talks about the principle of Selflessness to eliminate the attachment to ego that is the basis of ignorance and afflictions, talking them further and achieving Arahantship, liberation from samsara is so called No-Self (anattā).
Ekaterina Pogonina, Md Al Amin Ali, Md Roshaid Ahmed Tamim, Md Sazzad Hossain
This study investigates the impact of last-mile delivery performance on customer loyalty in the e-commerce sector. Using a quantitative research approach with data collected from 386 e-commerce customers, we examine how delivery speed, delivery accuracy, and return handling influence customer loyalty. Multiple regression analysis reveals that all three independent variables significantly predict customer loyalty (R² = 0.672, p < 0.001). Delivery accuracy emerged as the strongest predictor (β = 0.412, p < 0.001), followed by return handling (β = 0.298, p < 0.001) and delivery speed (β = 0.247, p < 0.001). These findings provide valuable insights for e-commerce retailers and logistics providers seeking to enhance customer retention through improved last-mile delivery performance. The study contributes to the growing body of literature on e-commerce logistics and offers practical implications for strategic decision-making in supply chain management.
Preya Darsine S, Senthil Kumar N, Sowmi Shruthiksha K
The "Pink Tax Effect," a pricing phenomenon in which goods marketed to women are sold for more than comparable or identical goods offered to men, is the subject of this study. Through an examination of pricing dynamics and consumer behavior, the study pinpoints the causes of this discrepancy, including societal standards, gendered marketing tactics, and brand perception. To determine why women are more vulnerable to these pricing strategies, psychological factors such as perceived value, brand loyalty, and the influence of societal expectations are examined. The study also looks into how merchants and manufacturers use packaging, product design, and targeted advertising to support charging more for women's goods. It draws attention to the financial burden that the Pink Tax places on women as well as its wider effects on economic justice and purchasing power. The study intends to increase awareness of the Pink Tax and its hidden consequences by thoroughly examining pricing structures and consumer behaviours. In order to combat gender-based price discrimination, it advocates for more pricing transparency, consumer education, and legislative actions. The study aims to educate consumers and persuade stakeholders to implement fair pricing methods by bringing these systematic practices to light.
Jemima N. A. A. Lomotey
This study examines how transnational identity shapes the work attitudes of Ghanaian professionals both within Ghana and in diaspora communities (specifically the UK, USA, Canada, and Germany). Using a cross-sectional survey design, we compare self-reported work values, career ambitions, and workplace attitudes between locally based Ghanaians (n=150) and diasporan Ghanaians (n=150). Simulated quantitative data analysis reveals significant differences: diasporan Ghanaians scored higher on measures of individualism, career ambition, and job satisfaction, whereas Ghana-based Ghanaians scored higher on collectivism and power-distance acceptance. Independent-samples t-tests confirmed these differences (p<.001). These findings suggest that exposure to Western work cultures and high educational attainment (noted among many Ghanaian migrants[1]) contribute to a more individualistic and achievement-oriented work ethos among the diaspora. By contrast, strong communal traditions and hierarchical norms (reflected in Ghana’s high power-distance index[2]) continue to influence the work attitudes of those in Ghana. The study highlights the complex interplay of cultural background and migration experience, with implications for employers and policymakers seeking to leverage Ghana’s transnational human capital.