214 research outputs found
Influence of extrusion conditions on the colour of millet-legume extrudates using digital imagery
peer-reviewedColour acts as one of the triggers for acceptance of snack foods. Digital imaging in
conjunction with Adobe Photoshop can help identification of variations in the colour of
extruded products. Response surface methodology-based central composite rotatable
designed experiments were conducted to understand the colour components and overall
acceptability (OAA) of extruded snacks made from millet–legume blends, 12–28%
legume, at different moisture content (MC) of 12–24% wet basis (w.b.), extruded at
varying die head temperatures (DHT) from 160–200 °C, barrel temperatures from
100–140 °C and screw speeds of 100–140 rpm. A simple digital camera was used for
capturing the images of the extrudates. An L*a*b* colour model (where L* is the black/
white element, a* is green/red and b* is blue/yellow) was used for colour characterisation
and OAA was determined by a hedonic scale. It was inferred from the analysis of
the resulting statistically valid second order models for the responses that all the colour
components were significantly affected by the amount of legume in the extruder feed
and by the DHT. It was also observed that DHT, synergistically with other processing
parameters, had a significant effect on all the responses. The OAA was highest for the
extrudates with higher L* values. Optimum processing conditions were derived while
the responses adhered to constraints. The responses of the extrudates prepared under
optimum conditions exhibited no significant variation from model predicted values
Naturally Occurring Hydroxy Napthoquinones and Their Iron Complexes as Modulators of Radiation Induced Lipid Peroxidation in Synaptosomes
The modulation of radiation induced lipid peroxidation in synaptosomes by iron (II) and iron (III) complexes of two naturally occurring and therapeutically relevant naphthoquinones viz.
5,hydroxy-1,4 naphthoquinone; juglone and 2,hydroxy-1,4 naphthoquinone; lawsone, have been studied. At lower concentrations the complexes enhance lipid peroxidation predominantly through
redox cycling as observed for Fe(II)- juglonate while at higher concentrations the complexes tend to
limit lipid peroxidation through fast recombinations
Study of Waders Diversity in the catchment area of Ujani Reservoir, Solapur District (MS), India.
The present study was an attempt to access and evaluate the status and distribution of
waders associated to wetlands of Ujani Reservoir with special reference to north - west region. Waders
are the birds generally observed along shorelines and mudflats that wade in order to forage for food in
mud or sand. Ujani wetlands provide feeding and roosting grounds for resident and migratory waders.
This study was conducted from December 2015 to November 2017 including seasonal visits to five
wetland sites i.e. Kumbhargaon, Diksal, Kondhar-Chincholii, Rajegaon (Bhigwan) and Khanota.
During study, about 38 species of waders were identified belonging to 14 families viz. Ardeidae,
Charadriidae, Ciconiidae, Jacanidae, Laridae, Rallidae, Motacillidae, Phalacrocoracidae,
Phoenicopteridae, Recurvirostridae, Rostratulidae, Scolopacidae, Threskiornithidae and Glariolidae
A short note on Magnetized Black-hole in Non-linear Electrodynamics
We have analyzed the thermodynamic properties of magnetized black-hole in the
background of non-linear electrodynamics with two parameters and
. We have studied the Bekenstein-Hawking entropy, Hawking temperature,
specific heats in two-dimesional surface plots as a function of event horizon
() and . We showed the variation profiles of the above
thermodynamic parameters for []. We identified
regions of parameters for the possible phase-transitions and the stability of
the black-holes.Comment: 6 pages, 8 figure
Nearly Static Magnetized Kerr Black-hole in Non-linear Electrodynamics
We have analyzed the thermodynamics of slowly rotating magnetized Kerr
black-hole, with typical spin parameter (nearly static) in the
background of non-linear electrodynamics. In particular we have studied the
Bekenstein-Hawking entropy, Hawking temperature, angular momentum, specific
heats and identified regions of parameters for possible phase-transitions. It
turns out that once the stability lost the black-hole never come back to its
original stable position.Comment: 9pages, 12 figure
Development of AODV Protocol and its Analysis
In today’s centuries the mobile Adhoc network plays very important role. Feasible path routing and protocol selection are basic need of design in wireless network. Adhoc network they are able to self-configure, adaptive which are applicable in many areas. Important classes of routing protocols are Proactive, Reactive, and Hybrid. Most popular routing category is reactive (on-demand) for wireless Adhoc routing. In this paper we will discuss basic introduction of on demand distance routing reactive protocol and simulation it’s done in MATLAB
An assessment of attitudes towards plastics and bioplastics in Europe
Over the last 50 years, conventional fossil-based plastics have become an integral part of our everyday lives. Apart from their low production costs, this is due to a number of their unique properties, including durability, strength, lightness, electrical and thermal insulation, resistance to chemicals and corrosion. The production of plastics has increased from 1.5 million metric tons in 1950 to 359 million metric tons in 2018. Of this total, 61.8 million metric tons were produced in Europe. There are various problems associated with plastic use and disposal that pose a serious threat to both the physical environment and human health. Since public behaviour plays a key role when it comes to the use of plastic, this paper reports on a study that focused on an assessment of attitudes towards plastics and bioplastics in Europe. The results showed that packaging is the most frequent modality of plastic used among participants. In addition, majority of participants are aware that plastic waste can affect environment and human health and therefore segregate and properly dispose plastics. Also, even though most respondents were aware of the environmental problems related to plastic use and showed a positive inclination towards using bioplastic materials, their limited availability and lack of relevant information about bioplastics pose a problem for wider use. Departing from the assumption that the public attitude is a determining factor in the consumption of plastics as a whole and bioplastics in particular, this paper also sheds some light on the current situation, identifying some trends and information gaps which should be addressed in order to encourage a more rational use of plastics in Europe
First report on induced spawning of Siganus vermiculatus in India
Siganids are widely distributed to Indo-West Pacific region and the Siganus vermiculatus (Maze rabbit fish/Vermiculated spinefoot) can reach sizes that weigh up 2.3 kg each. It is a species of great aquaculture importance and hence breeding and seed production protocols are necessary. A major breakthrough in the seed production of Siganus vermiculatus by inducing the fishes to spawn under controlled conditions with Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) during the first quarter of the lunar cycle is reported. The hatchery processes and early larval stages are described
G × E interactions in QTL introgression lines of Spanish-type groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.)
Multi-environment testing at five locations
for rust and late leaf spot (LLS) resistance with
41 introgressed lines (ILs) bred using marker-assisted
backcross breeding in the genetic background Spanish-
type groundnut varieties identified significant
genotype, and genotype 9 environment interactions
(GEI) for LLS disease resistance and yield parameters.
Significant GEI effects suggest the need to identify location specific breeding lines to achieve gains in pod
yield and LLS resistance. The observed variable LLS
disease reaction among the ILs in part suggests
influence of background genotype on the level of
resistance. A breeding scheme with early generation
selection using molecular markers followed by phenotyping
for LLS, and multi-location testing of fixed
breeding lines was optimized to enhance selection
intensity and accuracy in groundnut breeding. The ILs,
ICGVs 14431, 14436 and 14438 with pooled LLS
score at 90 DAS of 3.5–3.7 were superior to respective
recurrent parent for pod yield, with early maturing
similar to recurrent parents. The pod yield advantage in ILs is attributed by more number of pods, besides
resistance to LLS that contributes to better filling
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