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Assessment of Social, Environmental and Economic Aspects of Bamboo Furniture in India
Abstract: Bamboo the most versatile and sprightly growing perennial grass. With the rapid globalization and industrialization there have been a huge depletion of many viable natural resources, so a surpassing surrogate is necessary for one of such depleting resource timber. The sustainability which is defined by three pillars: social, economic and environment follows the principle of three ‘P’ (profit, people, planet). This paper covers social, economic and environmental impact of bamboo …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 55–66 Read article
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Use of GIS for Determining Water Logging in An Area and Proposing Solution to Eliminate the Problem
Abstract: Urban run-off increments essentially because of expanded impenetrable region and decreased drainage network. Assessment of land use in urban area assumes a fundamental part as input to the estimation of runoff. The hydrological plan standard for water resources planning and management is usually founded on the frequency of occurrence of heavy rainfall events. In the area of Kalyan-Vithalwadi (Maharashtra, India) the life and properties are under the threat of flooding …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Integrated Disaster Risk Management-Specific to Cyclone and Flood-prone area
Abstract: In India, disaster management is currently facing a big challenge in decreasing risk in the coastline zone. The community of such an area, which consists primarily of slum and squatter communities, makes the area vulnerable to cyclones, resulting in high susceptibility both directly and indirectly. The purpose of this article is to determine how communities might be better targeted to improve disaster risk reduction strategies. It looks at whether perceived …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 30–39 Read article
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The Man Who Redefined Indian Landscape Architecture: Dr. Ravindra Bhan
Abstract: Today in the buzzing world where people hardly get time for themselves and the world where the pollution level continuously rises it is a major need for having a tranquil environment for individuals, as the relationship between humans and nature is already very tumultuous, hence the necessity for a landscape architect increases even more. A landscape architect is the one who creates an environmentnaturally and socially, He is the one …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Design Procedure and Criteria Used in Vertical Gardens and Green Roof Constructions
Abstract: A vertical garden also known as living wall or green wall is an independent vertical garden attached to exterior or interior walls of a building. In vertical gardens, various types of modular panels can be used along with geo-textile fabrics, growing media, irrigation systems, and plants. Living walls are mainly appropriate for cities, as they permit good use of obtainable vertical surface areas. The living wall could also function for …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–78 Read article
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Spatiotemporal Analysis for Urban Pattern Evolution in Sacred District Mathura of India through K-means Classification
Abstract: When considering about the urban structures, morphology, and functions of a historic and pilgrimage place, it is very important to know the relationship between urban structures and urban functions. This relationship can be established at micro as well as macro level to understand the theory on urban lifecycles and urban sociological interactions. Also, growth of urbanization is directly proportional to economic development of the nation and so as the need …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Urban Renewal through Form-Based Codes
Abstract: Considering the population rise with the relationship to the limited land, the quality of life is decreasing especially in urban areas, the cities were planned in the past according to the need at that time but the question is can it sustain the present need, if not then what is the solution, what do we do to our old city areas which are rich in culture in terms of tangible …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 52–65 Read article
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Livability in the Micro-urban Blocks: A Case of an Urban Block in Oppanakara Street, Coimbatore
Abstract: India is among the most popular developing countries in the world. Urban Transformation in India have reflected on the Urban Expansion in the previous decades and called for the making of vital and lively urban places. The research has been taken forward by Urban Planner to test the relationship between Urban Design, Urban Morphology and Urban Vitality in Indian Cities. Coimbatore City, in State Tamil Nadu has faced Urban Agglomeration …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 01–09 Read article
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Application of Land Pooling and Land Readjustment Technique in Cities – Case Study of Kovilancheri
Abstract: This study explores the application of land pooling and land readjustment techniques in urban areas, using the case study of Kovilancheri, a rapidly urbanising town in Tamil Nadu, India. The study further evaluates the benefits of these techniques in addressing land fragmentation and inadequate infrastructure. It also examines the legal and institutional framework for implementation and discusses stakeholder roles. It later concludes with policy recommendations for effective implementation in urban …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Lipoxygenase (LOX) enzyme activity ofwheat during grain filling period under conservation agriculture management
Abstract: For smooth and wider adoption of conservation agriculture (CA), remaining uncertainties about its impacts on quality crop yield need to be reduced through study of physiological performance. The objectives of this study were to examine the lipoxygenase (LOX) enzyme activity in flag leaves of wheat as an important factor influencing future grain quality during the grain filling period. This study, carried out over two consecutive wheat growth seasons (rabi season …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Short Review Article: Defence Enzyme- Polyphenol Oxidases (PPO) in Lycopersicum esculentum (Tomato)
Abstract: Tomato (Lycopersicum esculentum) is one of the most important horticultural crops in the world. In India, tomato is considered as first rank vegetable crop because of its more use. The action of Polyphenol Oxidases (PPO) on phenolic oxidation has a role to play in the plant’s defense. This is a short review article on the mechanism and role of PPO in tomato.
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 10–12 Read article
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Properties of Tagetes erecta (Marigold): Short Review Article
Abstract: Marigold is an annual herb with pale-green leaves. Flowers in this plant are produced from the beginning of summer until frost and have a strong but rather unpleasant odor. It also has anti- inflammatory properties and used in the healing of wounds. This is a brief review article on the different properties of the plant Tagetes erecta (marigold).
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 19–21 Read article
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Antagonistic Activity of Fungi and Bacterium against Red Rot Disease of Saccharum officinarum: An Approach for Biocontrol
Abstract: The Two species of fungus Trichoderma harzianum and Aspergillus flavus and one species of bacterium viz. Bacillus subtilis were tested for antagonistic activity in vitro against Colletotrichum falcatum, pathogen of red rot disease of sugarcane. Two Saccharum officinarum cultivars viz. CoS 98231 and CoLK 8102 in pot and field experiments, by a dual culture technique. It was found that isolates of fungal and bacterial inhibited the mycelial growth of C. …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Effect of Different Types of Cytokines on Bryophyllum pinnatum Micropropagation and Evaluating the Antimicrobial Activity of In-Vivo and In-Vitro Methonolic Leaf Extract
Abstract: Medicinal plants have played an important role in primary health care system among local people in India. The present paper is a study of the traditional knowledge of Bryophyllum pinnatum, its antimicrobial activity and micropropagation. In our experiment methanolic extracts of B. pinnatum leafs were examined for antimicrobial activity against a number of bacteria and different types of cytokinins (growth hormone) e.g.thidiazuron(TDZ), diphnyleurea(DPU), and benzyl amino purine (BAP) were also …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Local Oil Palm Fibre Dried in Dark Environment for Bioremediation of Crude Oil Polluted Soil
Abstract: The research work was carried out to investigate the effectiveness of the oil palm fibre dried in dark environment for bioremediation of crude oil polluted loamy soil. Experimental analysis was conducted to examine the characteristics of the effectiveness of the oil palm fibre dried in dark environment on the degradation of the crude oil in loamy soil. Gas Chromatograph (GC) made of x-ray fluorescence spectrometer was used in the analysis …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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An Overview on Cannabis and its Medical Applications
Abstract: Today, cannabis plant is raising interest in medical field due to its potential applications, for example, in antitumor drugs, to treat inflammation, cell proliferation, and cell survival. Cannabinoid receptors have a major role in the mechanism of cancer therapy. But in spite of its advantages in medical field, it has some disadvantages also. Due to lack of proper information, it may cause severe side effects. This paper reviews recent work …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Complex Weed Flora Management in Irrigated Wheat Using Ready-Mix Post-Emergence Herbicides
Abstract: A field experiment was conducted during the Rabi season of 2015-16 and 2017-18 at Junagadh (Gujarat) to evaluate the efficacy of some post-emergence herbicides and their mixtures against complex weed flora in wheat. The major weed flora noticed in the experimental field were Echinochloa colona, Cynodon dactylon, Brachiaria spp. and Dactyloctenium aegyptium among the monocots; Amaranthus viridis, Chenopodium album, Digera arvensis, Melilotus indica, Portulaca oleracea, Convolvulus arvensis, Euphorbia hirta and …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Productivity of wheat as influenced by seeding rate and split application of nitrogen at Parwanipur, Bara
Abstract: Field experiments were conducted at the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Parwanipur, Bara, Nepal during winter seasons of 2014/2015 and 2015/2016 to assess the effect of seed rate and time of nitrogen application on wheat. The experiment consisted of three levels of seed rate (100, 120 and 140 kg ha-1) and three levels of split application of nitrogen viz. 2 splits ( ½ dose of N at basal + ½ at …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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Insight into Research and Studies on Botrytis Cinerea: Control and Analysis
Abstract: Agriculture and agriculture-based industries are backbone of the Indian economy. Crop cultivation in the rural area has become challenging task due to competition in terms of cost and quality. Increasing the yield of the crop by using different modern techniques has become the crucial part of research in this field. Use of the fungicides is one of the important aspects of the modern agricultural practices. Plants such as grapes, raspberries, …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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In- vitro Effect of Control Measures on Alternaria Tenuissima isolated from Lathyrus sativus L
Abstract: Lathyrus sativus L. is a plant having good nutritional values and medicinal importance. They have high protein content and play a significant role in human nutrition. It has been used for various medicinal purposes in Ayuredic and Unani systems of medicine. In Chattisgarh it is popularly known as “Teora” and consumed as a leafy vegetable crop by the local masses. A periodical survey was conducted during November 2012 to March …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article