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Category Specific Semantic knowledge in Neuro-typical Participants and Persons with Cognitive Impairment
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to test category specific semantic knowledge in neuro-typical participants and persons diagnosed with cognitive impairment (mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia). A total of 91 (80 neuro typical, 5 persons with dementia and 6 persons with MCI). Neuro-typical participants could perform better compared to persons with cognitive impairment. Participants with MCI performed better compared to persons with dementia. Semantic knowledge is assumed to …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Zn2+ Biosorption Efficiency of a Nostoc sp. Isolated From a Coal Mine in Sohra, Meghalaya
Abstract: A Nostoc isolate obtained from a coal mine at Sohra in Meghalaya was evaluated for biosorption potential for Zn2+ which was one of the metal ions besides Cu2+, Cd2+, Fe3+, Mn2+ and Pb2+ found in water samples collected from the site. Zn2+ uptake potential of the cyanobacterium was analyzed calculating amount of ions removed by the isolate from Zn2+ supplemented media using atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). The organism recorded a …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 Read article
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A Comparative Study on Antioxidant Activities in Selected Citrus Fruits and Herbal Spices
Abstract: The compound which can suppress the free radicals generated in our body is known as antioxidant. Antioxidants are must for defense system of the body. Various types of foods taken by the body play an important role in body protection. Scientific evidence suggests that antioxidants reduce the risk for chronic diseases including cancer and heart disease. Primary sources of naturally occurring antioxidants are whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Plant sourced …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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The effect of wheat straw leachate on growth of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) spawn
Abstract: Wheat straw (Triticum aestivum – Duzi) is known for its growth inhibitor in both field and in vitro experiments. The roots of lettuce and wheat seedlings were particularly inhibited when incubated with leachate of wheat straw. In South Africa, mushroom industry is the only industry that directly converts straw into a protein source for human consumption. Therefore, the objectives of the study was to assess the potential growth inhibition of …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Elemental Profiling of Inkjet Printer Inks Extracted from Printed Documents Using Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry
Abstract: Various methodologies have been used for the comparison and identification of source of printed documents. Although little work has been reported for the identification of a printed document on the basis of elements present in the ink of that document, due to the increased use of coloured printing inks, the current study is focused on the elemental profiling of coloured printer inks. This study provides a successful methodology for the …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Spectrophtometric Study of Catalysed Oxidation of Some Cyclic Alcohols by N-bromophthalimide
Abstract: The spectrophotometric kinetic investigation of cyclohexanol and cycloheptanol catalysed by Keggin type anion [PW12O40]3- with N-bromophthalimide have been carried out in 30% acetic acid medium in absence of mercuric(II) acetate and in presence of sulphuric acid. The observed kinetic data was used for the justification of Beer-Lambert law. The reactions follow a fractional-order with respect to cyclic alcohols, PTA catalyst and first-order with respect to oxidant NBP. The added H+ …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 44–50 Read article
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SYNTHESIS AND IR-SPECTROSCOPIC STUDY OF MIXED LIGAND COMPLEX COMPOUNDS OF COPPER (II) FORMAT WITH SOME AMIDES
Abstract: Complex compounds of metals with amides, having biological activity are widely used in agriculture. Complex compounds of copper with organic ligands are physiologically active, participating in the vital processes of living organisms; the formiats have bactericidal and fungicidal properties. For the first time, mixed ligand complex compounds of copper (II) formate with formamide, thiocarbamide, acetamide and carbamide in an aqueous solution were synthesized. Using the methods of IR spectroscopy and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Examining the Rate of Change of Some Physicochemical Properties of a Polluted Water Environment as a Result of Crude Oil Spill
Abstract: This study was designed to look at how the physicochemical characteristics of the aquatic environment changed as a result of crude oil spillage. Samples were collected for analysis of physicochemical parameters, Total Dissolved Oxygen, Total Bacteria Counts (TBC) and Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon (TPH) content etc., for a period 84 days at 14 days intervals. Over the course of the analysis, the value of oil & grease varied between sampling points …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Impact of Additives on the Split Tensile Strength of Roller Compacted Concrete
Abstract: Additives are implemented as partial replacement of Portland cement in concrete to enhance the required physical properties. In the present investigation, roller compacted concrete slab samples were prepared using gap and dense aggregate gradation. Three percentages of Portland cement were adopted, (16, 12, and 10) % by weight of aggregates. Three types of additives, (hydrated lime, fly ash, and fumed silica) were implemented as partial substitute of Portland cement. Core …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Application of High Speed Videography and Digital Image Processing Software to Assess Performance of Blasts In Opencast Mines: A Case Study
Abstract: Rock mass can be fragmented by the process of blasting in which a known volume of the yield is obtained by using a calculated quantity of explosive. The explosive selected for blasting depends on factors like rock mass parameters, blasting economics and blast design. Assessment of the performance of a given blast is essential in the larger economics of the mining project. A study was conducted to know the blast …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Estimation of Burden Rock Movement using High Speed Videography: Case Study of A Limestone Mine
Abstract: In an opencast mine involving hard rock/deposit excavation, blasting becomes a very important activity. Effective usage of explosive energy to fragment and displace the hard strata results in considerable savings. However, the occurrence of blasts in mines is so rapid that the naked eye cannot detect the process. High speed videography can provide the progress of blast in millisecond time scale needed to analyze the happenings in the blast. An …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 14–25 Read article
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Location Search with Mobile Images Using Spatial Data
Abstract: This paper describes a method to do location recognition based on images taken from mobile devices. Its usefulness emerges out when we are in a foreign land and because of language barrier we fail to collect relevant information regarding popular monuments or structures. Now searching a matching image would mean comparing earth’s moon with billions of stars in the entire galaxy. It is computationally very expensive to match with billions …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 25–26 Read article
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High speed low power analysis of mixed logic line decoder using 45GPDK Technology.
Abstract: A huge challenge faced by this era of development is power reduction. The low power circuit designs are a requesting issue in high performance digital frameworks, for example, microchips, DSPs, and other different applications. Power and speed are the main highlights considered when comparing any circuit or design. The diminishing chip area is additionally truly impressive factor, creators need to recall when suggesting any novel design. 2×4 Decoder Using 12 …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Spectral Analysis of Heart Rate Variability Signals using Stockwell-Transform
Abstract: This paper introduces the use of Stockwell transform (ST) for spectral analysis of heart rate variability (HRV) signals in time-frequency domain. The ST is depicted numerically and compared with well-liked method of wavelet transform known as continuous Morlet wavelet transform (CMWT). The results of this study show that the normalized mean power and total normalized power in VLF (0.004–0.04 Hz), LF (0.04–0.15 Hz) and HF (0.15–0.4 Hz) were improved compared …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Risk Assessment of Flood for Various Spatial and Temporal Mining Scales Using Flood Vulnerability Index [FVI] – A Case Study of Madhubani Kosi River Flood Affected District in North Bihar, India
Abstract: Several countries experience fatalities, injuries, property damage, economic and social disruption resulting from natural disasters. The natural hazards kill thousands of people and destroy billions of dollars’ worth habitat and property each year. The rapid growth of the world’s population has escalated both the frequency and severity of the natural disasters. Flood disaster has a special place in natural hazards. Floods are the costliest types of natural hazards in the …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Predicting the Team Based on Player Performance and Formation in Sports Match by Machine Learning Approach
Abstract: In the field of sports evaluation of player performance and predicting the weight of the player for the formation of a well efficient team is very important. The main aim is to pick the best squad from all the available players. This will help to decide which team of players is the best to play against a particular opponent, perform prediction of the performance of the players in future matches …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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TRANSMISSION PARAMETERS OF TWO PORT CIRCUITS USING SPICE SIMULATION
Abstract: Models for linear two port analysis are given. The ABCD parameter determination using SPICE2/Pspice is carried out. While the first procedure and files are for the calculation of ABCD parameters where the circuit is purely resistive and dependent sources, the second is for general two port network using linear elements and small signal models of active devices. In the second method the frequency description of analog behavioral modeling options of …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Design CMOS Low Power High Speed Digital 4-Bit Counter at 45 GPDK Technology
Abstract: The low power VLSI circuit is meant to reduce power consumption, chip size, and improve the system'sbattery life and performance. The scaling design, often known as a counter, is used to increase ordecrease the values of an operator based on its prior state. Frequency and time may be monitoredthroughout the counting process. The main issue with scaling circuits is power consumption caused bypower dissipation in the clock while it is …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 40–51 Read article
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Design of High Speed Parallel Prefix Adder Using Triple Carry Operator
Abstract: The parallel prefix adder (PPA) performs the addition operation for N-bit simultaneously. PPA enhances the processor's performance in terms of area and speed. Hence, PPA is considered an appropriate adder in the ALU unit of the processor. In this paper, a PPA with a triple carry operator (TCO) is proposed and compared with standard PPAs having the traditional carry operator. In TCO, the generate and propagate signals of N-bits of …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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Preparation of Cu2O/ZnO Heterojunction Thin Film Solar Cell grown by RF Magnetron Sputtering
Abstract: Both cuprous oxide (Cu2O) and zinc oxide (ZnO) hold a very important position in the fields of materials science due to great potential in many acoustic, electric and optical applications. Cu2O, a direct-gap semiconductor with band gap energy of 2.0 eV has been regarded as one of the most promising materials for application to photovoltaic cells, especially for the top cell in a tandem structure. The attractiveness of Cu2O and …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 27–30 Read article